VIKING DFWB300 (01) PDF MANUAL

VIKING DFWB300 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

What is your responsibility when installing the wine cellar?

It is your responsibility to:

• Comply with installation specifications and dimensions.
• Properly install wine cellar.
• Remove any moldings or decorative panels that prevent the wine cellar from being serviced.
• Assure that the floor will support wine cellar, door panels, and contents (approximately 1200 lbs. [540 kg]).
• Provide a properly grounded electrical outlet.
• Assure that location will permit appliance doors to open 90° minimum.

---

What should the installer do with the instructions?

The installer should leave these instructions with the consumer who should retain them for local inspector’s use and for future reference.

---

What should you do to prevent the wine cellar from tipping forward?

To prevent the wine cellar from tipping forward, it must be secured in place with a solid soffit or wood block.

---

What should you verify before moving the wine cellar in place?

Before moving the wine cellar in place, confirm the finished dimensions, electrical location, minimum door and shelf clearances, and door panel instructions.

---

What should you do to operate the wine cellar after positioning it in front of the cutout?

Verify operation by plugging the power cord into the receptacle. Note that the power switch will be shipped in the “ON” position and the showroom switch will be in the “OFF” position. If the showroom switch is switched to the “ON” position, showroom mode is engaged and power is shut-off to the compressor, which is only for showroom display.

---

What should you do to avoid kitchen cabinet damage?

To avoid kitchen cabinet damage, place cardboard between cabinets and wine cellar. Push cardboard back with wine cellar and remove cardboard when wine cellar is in place.

---

How do you lift the wine cellar off the rollers, adjust it to the desired height, and level it?

Lift the wine cellar off the rollers, adjust to desired height and level wine cellar by using a 5/16” hex head wrench.

• To raise/lower the right side rear, rotate the right side rear hex rod.
• To raise/lower the left side rear, rotate the left side rear hex rod.
• To raise/lower the right side front, rotate the right side front hex rod.
• To raise/lower the left side front, rotate the left side front hex rod.

Note: Do NOT use an electric driving device as overtightening can cause damage.

---

How do you align the wine cellar with the sides of the cabinets?

Align the wine cellar with the sides of the cabinets by adjusting leveling legs. Rotate leveling legs until firmly in place against the floor.

---

How do you secure the wine cellar?

Raise the unit until the compartment cover is firmly seated under the soffit or anti-tip boards.

---

What should you verify once the door is opened?

Open the door and verify that the control panel is lit. If there is no power to the wine cellar, check the position of the power on/off and showroom switch.

---

What do you do if a solid soffit is 1” (2.5 cm) or less above the wine cellar?

If a solid soffit is 1” (2.5 cm) or less above the wine cellar, anti-tip boards are not required. To secure the wine cellar raise unit until compartment is firmly seated under the soffit.

---

What do you do if a solid soffit is not available or the soffit is more than 1” (2.5 cm) above the wine cellar?

If a solid soffit is not available or soffit is more than 1” (2.5 cm) above wine cellar, center wood boards on rear wall 1/4” (.6 cm) maximum above wine cellar. Attach wood boards to wall studs with six of the provided wood screws, making sure that screws are engaged in wall studs 1 1/2” (3.8 cm) minimum and that boards extend 2” (5.0 cm) minimum over the top rear of wine cellar compressor cover. To secure the wine cellar, raise unit until compartment is firmly seated under the anti-tip board.

---

What is another option to secure the wine cellar?

Position the wood block over the unit and secure it to wall studs using eight of the provided wood screws and “L” brackets. Make sure screws extend a minimum of 1” (2.5 cm) into each of the two wall studs. The wood block must extend a minimum of 3” (7.6 cm) over the unit. To secure the wine cellar, raise unit until compartment is firmly seated under the anti-tip boards.

---

How do you install the kickplate?

The kickplate consists of a two-part assembly: one top louvered panel and one bottom solid panel. Install the kickplate with the louvered section on the top. Flooring must allow the kickplate to be removed.

1. Insert the bottom (solid) panel into the open end of the top (louvered) panel. The holes in the bottom panel should line up with the slots in the top panel.
2. Position the kickplate assembly along the front edge of the wine cellar.
3. Align the holes on both ends of the top (louvered) panel with the holes in the base of the wine cellar.
4. Attach the kickplate to the wine cellar on each side with the two black Phillips head screws provided.
5. Adjust the bottom (solid) panel to the desired height and fasten in place by tightening the screws in the slots.

There is approximately 1” (2.5 cm) of vertical adjustment on the kickplate.

---

How do you adjust the door stop?

1. Using a 3/16” Allen wrench, remove the door stop pin located in the bottom hinge.
2. The pin is factory set to 110°. For a 120° swing, move the pin to the utmost forward stop hole. For a 90° swing, move the pin to the utmost rear stop hole.

---

How do you adjust the hinge?

1. Using a 3/16” Allen wrench, remove the door stop pin located in the bottom hinge.
2. Using the height adjustment shim as a wrenching device, rotate the height adjustment bushing counterclockwise to raise or clockwise to lower the location of the door.
3. When proper adjustment is reached, align the shim with the door stop pin holes and replace the door stop pin. Firmly tighten the pin in place.

---

How do you connect the wine cellar to a home security system?

Note: Contact a qualified electrician or authorized agent from alarm company to connect your home security system to the wine cellar.

Home security system connection must be hooked up before the unit is installed.

1. Remove the four mounting screws attaching the unit compartment cover to the cabinet (2 per side).
2. Remove the grille louver assembly to access the black safety grille.
3. Turn the power off.
4. Remove the four screws that attach the top grille assembly to the mounting brackets.
5. Remove the 3 screws at the right side of the unit that attach the safety grille to the compartment cover.
6. Choose the desired switching position and connect according to alarm system requirements.
7. Replace the unit compartment cover.

The home security system will be activated if temperatures in the wine cellar fluctuate outside of the set point by 5° for an extended time period.

---

How to install the door panel for full overlay model?

1. Pre-drill the holes in the panel per the panel dimension instructions. (See panel dimensions for proper hole locations.).
2. Place the panel onto the door and using 1/2” #8 wood screws, attach the panel in 12 places (2 at the top and bottom, 4 on each side).
   • Note: The handle must be attached to the panel prior to installing the panel onto the door. See panel dimensions for proper attachment locations of the handles.
3. Use the enclosed adhesive-backed Mylar pieces to cover the screws after installation of the panel.

Note: Panels must not weigh more than 50 pounds per door.

---

How do you replace the wood facings on the wine racks?

1. Remove the wood facing by removing the four 1/4” (.6 cm) hex head screws located on the inner edge of the wine rack.
2. Remove the wood facing.
3. Follow the dimensions to cut wood facing out of alternative woods.

Note: A scrap sample should be tested in the unit before attaching permanent changes to your wine cellar fronts. Some paints and/or stains can cause undesirable odors.