Wine Guardian Through-the-Wall, Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Page 1: ...ems Installation OperationandMaintenanceGuide Manufactured by WineGuardian AnAir Innovations Company North Syracuse NY USA www wineguardian com www airinnovations com Wine Guardian is a registered Trademark 76 551 126 of Air Innovations Inc ...

Page 2: ...fety 11 SafetyMessageConventions 11 Danger 11 Warning 11 Caution 11 Lockout Tagout Procedure 12 SafetyConsiderations 12 SafetyHazards 12 Electrical Hazards 12 ElectricalShockHazards 12 Hot Parts Hazards 12 MovingPartsHazards 13 EquipmentSafetyInterlocks 13 On Off Switch 13 Installation 15 PlanningtheInstallation 16 AddressingItemsinthePlanningProcess 16 Performing aPre installationCheck 17 Locatin...

Page 3: ... Unit is Operating and Blows EvaporatorAir but the SupplyAir 33 CellarTemperatureisTooLowwhenSystemisRunning 33 CellarTemperature isToo Cold when System is Not Running 33 CellarTemperature isToo High but SupplyAir is Cold 33 CellarHumidity 34 HumidityTooLoworSupplyAirisTooCold WithoutOptionalHumidifier 34 HumidityTooLowandWithoutOptionalHumidifier 34 HumidityTooLowandWithOptionalHumidifier 34 Humi...

Page 4: ...tionCardalongwithcopiesofyouroriginalpurchase receipts within ten days from date of sale to enroll inWine Guardian s Consumer Protection Program Note The Product Registration Card is included in the system s packaging Byregisteringyourpurchase youwillautomaticallybeenrolled OurConsumerProtectionProgram providesyouwiththefollowing New ProductAnnouncements so you can be kept informed of the latestWi...

Page 5: ...ier and file a claim immediately If this procedure is not followed the shipping company may reject the claim and the consignee may suffer the loss Do not return the shipment to the factory IMPORTANT DO NOT LIFT THE UNIT UP FROM ITS PLASTIC FRONT PIECES TO AVOID DAMAGING THEM The system should be lifted form underneath its base at both ends of the sys tem Review the Packing Slip to Verify Model num...

Page 6: ...ratororcooling section and the condenser or heat rejection section Each section contains a coil to add or remove heat and a fan to move the air through the coil and into or out of the cellar or adjacent space Air from the cellar first enters the cooling coil Air passes through the cooling coil and is cooled by the refrigerant inside the coil This causes any excess humidity in the air to condense a...

Page 7: ...ocalandremoteuserinterfacecontrolsemployuser friendly menu drivenprogrammingfeatures that can easily be accessed by holding the mode button on the control for 5 seconds Once in the program menu the user can scroll through the settings by pressing the mode button and can adjust each setting by using the up and down arrows The programming mode allows the user to customize features such as F or C tem...

Page 8: ... from the unit Temperature Humidity Sensor Can be used in conjunction with the Main Control to report temp humidity from inside the wine cellar without requiring a user interface to be located inside the wine cellar Two way communications local user interface reports settings back to main control main control energizes outputs and reports alarms and temp humidity readings to local user interface T...

Page 9: ...ecorrosion Thesystemusesaninternal drainsystemtoremoveexcess moistureandnotreintroduceitintothecellarorambientspace Anauxiliarydrainportislocatedatthe condenser end of the unit should there be a need to physically remove the excessive moisture Eachsystemisprovidedwithapre wiredandtestedelectronicdigitalthermostat localuserinterface as standard or an optional remote mounted thermostat remote user i...

Page 10: ...The kit does not include connections at the tie in point to the remote location or outdoors Remote Temperature Humidity Controller The remote temperature humidity controller Remote Interface Controller is intended to provide a meansforuserinterfaceataremotelocation Thecontrollercanbeusedasaremotesensor controller mountedwithinthewinecellarremotefromtheThrough the Wallsystem Thecontrolleralsocan be...

Page 11: ...he factory mounted and wired control All internal wiring is in accordance with the National Electrical Code Wires are numbered and color coded to match the wiring diagrams Factory Tested All Wine Guardian systems are factory run tested and checked for operational performance Internal DrainTrap Condensate from the evaporator coil fills the trap and forms a seal to prevent airfrombeingdrawnbackthrou...

Page 12: ...10 Overview and back view ...

Page 13: ...R CORD POSITION GRN WHT BLK WHT WHT 171 170 170 15 16 10 11 16 LCDI PLUG TERMINAL 190 BLK D C B A B C D 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 E F E F 36H0035 00 SHEET 1 OF 1 SCHEMATIC WIRING X X UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED SCALE 1 1 WEIGHT REV DWG NO C SIZE TITLE NAME DATE MATERIAL MFG APPR ENG APPR CHECKED DRAWN PART NUMBER COMMENTS INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING PER DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES TOLERANCES...

Page 14: ...hemostserioushazards Following is a typical example of a DANGER message as it could appear in the manual DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH High voltages are present in the cabinets Before opening panels turn off all power Use the Lockout Tagout procedure Warning AWARNINGmessageindicatesapotentiallyhazardoussituationwhich ifnotavoided couldresult indeathorseriousinjury Following i...

Page 15: ...sonnelwhoare familiarwithlocalcodesandregulations andareexperiencedwiththistypeofequipment Safety Hazards Exposure to safety hazards is limited to maintenance personnel working in and around the system Whenperformingmaintenance alwaysusetheLockout Tagoutprocedure whichisdescribed inthis chapter ObservethemaintenancesafetyguidelinesintheWineGuardianManual IMPORTANT The equipment described in this m...

Page 16: ... the power sources prior to working on any part of the electri calsystem On Off Switch To shut down all high volt power internally the power cord must be removed from power outlet Energy Type Voltage Hazard Electrocution electrical burns and shock Magnitude 120 Vac and 230 Vac 1 phase 60 cycles Control Method Disconnect power cord and On Off Switch DANGERS Never reach into the system while the fan...

Page 17: ...e this equipment from a 120 VAC 1 phase 60 Hz power sources only Always ground the outlet to provide adequate protection against voltage surges and built up static charges see Section 810 of the National Electric Code Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the system has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spil...

Page 18: ...ug in the system Press the on off switch control illuminates This indicates the system has power The built in timer prevents short cycling and keeps the system from turning on right away The system comes on and runs as long as the temperature of the space is above the thermostat set point After several minutes cold air comes out of the system from the evaporator section side and hot air comes from...

Page 19: ...em is turned off and the power cord is unplugged Use only dedicated power outlet boxes of the correct capacity and configuration for the system model CAUTION RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT Improper installation may result in the equipment malfunctioning and a safety hazard Read all of the installation instructions before installing the Wine Guardian system Planning the Installation...

Page 20: ...rendsothisshouldbeconsideredwhendeter mining the location for the system Locating the system adjacent to a mechanical room or in close proximity to an exterior wall may be required if ducting the warm condenser air is being considered The warmer condenser air can be ducted up to15 feet away Power Cord Location As previously noted the power cord is factory wired on the condenser side of the system ...

Page 21: ...ionsisnotrequired Caution RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT Flange side of the sleeve must be mounted on side of wall you intend to have the WG flush mounted CAUTION RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT Ensure that the area chosen does not have electrical or plumbing interference within the wall or along the outside of the wall Failure to do so could cause property damage or...

Page 22: ...positionsandtightenuntilall aresnug Donotovertighten Onceeachscrewhasbeeninstalledrepeat the progression 1 through 6 so that each screw is tight Ensure screws are inserted flush with wall sleeveinsidesurface Step 5 Slide the Wine Guardian Through the Wall system through the EasyMountTM sleeve to the desired depth lease note the Through the Wall system must be slid so that the power cord side is la...

Page 23: ...valsystemlocatedbelowthecompressor TheWineGuardiansystemfeatures anauxiliarydrainportconnectionlocatedatthecondenserendofthesystemdirectlybelowtheplastic face plate In the event of excessive moisture we recommmend connecting the drainport as indicated below Installing the Drain Line The drain line must extend from the system to an external drain or disposal site Do not usedraintubinganysmallerthan...

Page 24: ...cal outlet to the plug provided on theWine Guardian Provide dedicated circuit and wiring for the system Match the wiring and breaker size to the rated load as shown on the serial plate and in thisguide SeeSampleSerialPlateillustrationbelow DO NOT DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUGS IN ANY WAY Do not use extension cords IMPORTANT The electrical power supply must be 115 volt AC 1 phase 60 cycle depending on the...

Page 25: ...tection device to reduce the risk of an arc fault occuring in the power cord These provideareliablewaytopreventtheriskoffireduetoadamagedpowercord Theyfeatureelectronic detectiontoautomaticallycutoffpowertotheunitwhenacurrentleakageconditionisdetectedinthe systems power cord Oncepowerisshutoff thedevicewillnotbeabletoberesetuntiltheunsafecurrentleakagesituation is resolved Power is restores by the...

Page 26: ...hermostat directly on an outside wall or wall adjacent to a boiler room Useapieceoffoaminsulationbehindthethermostattoinsulateitfromahotorcoldsurface The recommended height is 4 feet to 5 feet above the floor Remote Temperature Humidity Sensor Previouslydescribedoperation ThisisalsoconnectedtotheWineGuardianchassisviaaphonecord stylecable whichmaybefactorysupplied Starting up and Operating the Win...

Page 27: ...f even though the control will not allow it to switch to the outputs UpArrow The Up arrow will allow the user to increase settings Down Arrow The Down arrow will allow the user to decrease settings Mode The mode button will be used to select between heat and cool mode as well as enteringtheconfigurationsettings HoldingtheModebuttonfor5secondswillenterconfigura tion mode Once in configuration mode ...

Page 28: ...ngwithvitalsystemsetting thattheymaynotunderstand Theywillberequiredtotypeinthefixedthree digitcodeof212inorder to access any further features Setting 7 Setting 7 is the adjustable anti short cycle delay for the compressor It will be adjustable from 0 10 minutesin1minuteincrements Thedefaultis5minutes Setting 8 Setting 8 allowsl allow the user to select the type of interface they will be using loc...

Page 29: ...ting16isthehumidifieron offfeature Ifsettooff thehumidifieroutputandsetpointadjustment willbedisabled Ifsettoon theuserwillbeabletoenterahumiditysetpointinthelocaluserinterface and the humidifier output will energize based on that set point The local user interface will always display the RH even if this feature is set to off Setting 17 Setting 17 is the fan auto on feature The user will have the ...

Page 30: ...temperature Once the system reaches the set point temperature it shuts off and starts to cycle on and off as it continues to lower the cellar temperature to the set point The cellar air reaches set point before the bottles If the cellar temperature started at 750 F the supply air temperature discharged from the system will probably be 15 to 200 F colder As the cellar temperature decreases to 550 F...

Page 31: ...es Only qualified personnel should per form maintenance Some tasks require knowledge of mechanical and electrical methods Make sure you are familiar with all hazards general safety related procedures and safety labels on the system CAUTION EXPOSURE TO MICROBIAL GROWTH MOLD CAN CAUSE SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS Standing water in drain pans promote microbial growth mold that cause unpleasant odors and s...

Page 32: ...dirt use a vacuum with a brush attachment to clean the coils Clean condensate pan under the evaporator coil by flushing Be careful to keep the drain pans clear of any and all debris Inspect cabinet for corrosion or rusting clean and paint Inspectfordirtbuilduponorinsidetheunit Cleansystembyvacuumingorwipingit down Check for loose insulation fasteners gaskets or connections Check the wiring connect...

Page 33: ...Instructions to Reset High Pressure Switch Turn theWine Guardian system off at the control local or remote Locate the high pressure reset switch which is located within the air outlet section at the condenser side of the system The switch has a red push button and is accessible by removingtheplasticendcover Remove the condenser side plastic access panel Locate the high pressure switch reset in the...

Page 34: ...heck the following table for some solutions before calling a service technician Typical Start up Problems Possible Cause Solution Incorrectthermostatorhumidistat Check the thermostat and optional settings humidistat setup for the application Read the thermostattroubleshootguidelinesinthe Thermostat Installation and Operating Instruc tions Changedsettingsonthethermostat Acommonproblemisnotwaitinglo...

Page 35: ...et up properly Check thermostat set up in the guide System is Operating and Blows Evaporator Air but the Supply Air is Not Colder Than the Return Air from the Cellar Possible Cause Solution Thermostat not set up properly Check thermostat setup in the manufacture s thermostatguide Compressor not operating High pressure switch open button up see below Condenser airflow isblocked Removeblockage Clean...

Page 36: ...h heat loss to adjacent spaces Increaseinsulationaroundtheductwork and doorways Add heater Cellar Temperature is Too High but Supply Air is Cold Possible Cause Solution Notenoughevaporatorairflow Removeblockageinsupplyorreturn Check and clean coil Coilfrozen shutoffunitfortwohours Cellar heat loads are too high Installadditionalinsulation Replacewithlargersizedunit Problems Controlling Cellar Temp...

Page 37: ... humidifier Humidity Too Low with Optional Humidifier Read Humidifier Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution Humidifiernotoperating Check wiring for loose broken or frayedconnections Checkhumidistatsetup Checkforwaterflow solenoidvalveoperation Humidifieroperating Check for water being hot Check drip pad replace if scaled No vapor barrier installed around cellar Humidity Too High When Unit is Run...

Page 38: ...arrier installation Humidifiermalfunctionrefertothe humidifier instructions Adddehumidifiertosurroundingspace Other Miscellaneous Problems System is leaking water Possible Cause Solution Need external drain line Connect external drain line Trapplugged Clean trap Condensate pan plugged Remove blockage and clean Systemnotlevel Levelwithshims System is Running Properly but the Sound of System is Obje...

Page 39: ...y other obligations or liabilities for Wine Guardian in connection with the sale of its systems INDEMNIFICATION Purchaser agrees to indemnify hold harmless and defend seller and its officers directors agents and employees from and against any and all claims liabilities costs and expenses arising out of or related to Purchaser s use of the goods or in any way involving injury to person or property ...