WhisperKool XLT 6000 Condensation, Icing Up, Power Requirements, Drainline, Water Leaking, Front

Condensation

Water Leaking, Front

The WhisperKOOL product is designed to dissipate excessive moisture by collecting it in the compressor pan and using a heating element to remove condensation. Operating the WhisperKOOL in excessively humid conditions can cause the unit to accumulate more condensation (water) then the unit can dissipate while operating, resulting in leakage. In order to resolve this issue, the unit is designed with both a Condensate Evaporator control switch and an external drain line (see page 13). The Condensate Evaporator switch will allow you to operate the heating element continuously whether the unit is operating or not. (See Condensate Evaporator on page 13.)

Icing Up

Icing up can occur if the airflow through the coil is limited or obstructed by any type of cover or obstruction, such as racking & bottles in front of unit. In the unlikely event that your WhisperKOOL unit is icing up in front, unplug the unit for 24 to 36 hours and allow the ice to melt away (collect liquid in pan to avoid damaging racks). Check to see if bottle probe is securely in the bottle. Plug the unit back in and test on the by-pass plug for 24 hours (refer to page 21 and 26). Clean the front and back coils before retesting. Within the 24 hour period the unit should not develop ice and should be generating cold air. If the unit is functioning properly when on by-pass, the icing may have been a result of a faulty thermostat (see page 21). If while on by-pass, the unit continues to form ice, first check that all 4 fans are working. Secondly, check to see if the unit is blowing cold air. If the air is cool to lukewarm, but not cold, the unit requires further service. Do not allow your unit to continue running if ice appears on your coil. This can create warm air to be released from unit.

Please contact Customer Service for assistance and guidelines. Before contacting Customer Service, see pages 24-28.

Power Requirements

When the WhisperKOOL starts to operate, it draws several times more power (amps) during the start-up cycle than it does during normal operation. Make sure you have the WhisperKOOL on a dedicated electrical line at a minimum of 20 amps. See the Product Information Table on page 10 to find the correct amperage requirement for your unit. Make sure that the power line for the WhisperKOOL does not have any additional equipment installed on that circuit. An extra load on the line may be drawing power away from the WhisperKOOL unit. In some cases it may not be readily apparent that an additional appliance or electrical device has been installed on the circuit breaker. In addition, the unit may not be used on an electrical line with a Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI). The WhisperKOOL will draw more amperage than the GFI will allow with the exception of the ducting kit.

Drainline

Daily use of your Wine Cellar Cooling System can cause debris to clog the condensation line. When your unit’s condensation line becomes clogged, it can cause the condensation to back up into your unit and your cellar. It is recommended to replace a clogged drainline.

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