WineKeeper MAGNUM Series - Manual (Page 13)

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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I change a light tube?
Light tubes are held in place by two nylon clamps, and are connected using male/female plug connections on each of the wires. First
unplug the unit that you are working on (there maybe more than one electrical cord on your unit). Carefully separate the blue male
connector from the blue female connector on each electrical wire. DO NOT PULL ON THE WIRE TO SEPARATE PLUGS. You
may use pliers if needed. Next, slide disconnected light tube to the left until it comes out of one the retaining clamps, then slide the
light tube to the right until it drops free. Reverse process to re- install.
2. Where can I find the light switch?
The light switch for these models is located on the metal temperature display plate mounted on the front of your cabinet.
3. What temperature should my thermostat be set to?
WineKeeper has preset the white wine side to 44 o - 45 o F. The thermostat has an operational range of approximately 43 o - 62 o F.
Important note: If your unit is running at the proper temperature for an extended period of time and suddenly or gradually strays
from the optimal temperature, take note, this may be a sign of a more serious problem. Such problems may include inadequate air
flow across the rear coils, low refrigerant levels, or a compressor failure.
4. How do I adjust the divider? (If no divider, it is a single zone unit).
Plexiglas Magnum dividers can be repositioned to change the split between red and white wines. In most cases, they can also be ad-
justed to allow more or less cold air into the red wine compartment. To reposition the divider, gently knock the bottom of the divider
loose about 3-4 inches from the silicone sealant that holds it in place. Twist the rear of the divider away from the back wall and slide
the divider to its new location. Use a razor blade to scrape away the old silicone. Stand the divider upright and square it to the rear
wall. Next, apply small beads of silicone along the entire bottom edge of both sides of the divider. Open the tear-drop shaped cover
over the upper and lower holes in the divider to decrease the temperature in the red wine compartment. Close the covers to increase
the temperature in the red wine compartment.
5. How do I adjust the heat pad located in the red wine compartment of my Magnum unit?
6-10 bottle Magnums have a red wine compartment heating device to raise the temperature in the compartment if needed. The
control knob is located on the back of the unit for rear-venting refrigerators and behind the covered face plate on front venting
refrigerators. A full counterclockwise turn is off and a clockwise rotation increases the amount of heat transferred into the red wine
compartment. Only use this device after both the tear-dropped shaped Plexiglas cover plates have been fully closed in the divider wall
between the red and white wine compartments! Use a maximum of 1/4 turn adjustment, while waiting a minimum of two hours
between adjustments.
6. Where do I find the filter screen, and how do I clean it?
The Magnum refrigerator air intake filter screen is located on the back of the cabinet on all rear-venting units. Front venting units
do not use a filter screen. Once the filter screen is removed from its retaining clips, it can be cleaned in any conventional dishwasher.
Dry the filter before re-installing.
7. Why is my unit having a cooling problem?
Most Magnum cooling problems on new units are caused by inadequate air ventilation or improper thermostat settings. Unless
specified to the contrary by the purchaser, WineKeeper sets all Magnum refrigeration units to run at 45 o Fahrenheit. If you need to
change the set point, see the controller section. For adjustment of more then 5-10 o degrees, contact WineKeeper. Adequate vented
air space for a Magnum is: 3-6" behind, 12" above and 1-2" each side, minimum. If a new unit is not cooling correctly, follow these
instructions before adjusting the thermostat. (A new unit can take up to six hours to cool down to its operating temperature.) While
running, note the temperature on the digital display, then move the Magnum so as to increase air ventilation dramatically. Let the
unit run for one hour. If the temperature has dropped, the problem is ventilation. If the temperature does not drop, verify the fans
are running. When the fan icon is lit on the controller, you should feel air movement from the cutout above the cooling fan inside
the bottle compartment, and air out the top vent at the rear of the Magnum. If these are both operating, call WineKeeper for further
help. On older units, follow the steps above, as well as removing the filter screen on the rear of the unit, this screen may be dirty, and
may need to be cleaned. If these steps do not work, unplug the unit for two hours, then reconnect and note results. If this fails to fix
the problem, call WineKeeper for further instructions.