WhisperKool XLT SERIES XLT 6000 - Manual (Page 24)

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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.