Through-the-Wall Wine Cellar Refrigeration Systems
Examples: WhisperXLT or Breezeaire W
Advantages
- Lower cost for initial investment.
- Lower cost for installation.
- Licensed HVAC contractor not required for installation.
- All the cooling system’s components are in one unit.
Disadvantages
- The maximum temperature differential allowable for required venting is 25° for Breezeaire and 30° for Whisperkool.
- Cannot vent outdoors if the temperature will rise above 85°.
- Cannot be set cold enough to store white wines or champagne at serving temperature.
- The cooling units utilize a slow-reacting liquid measuring thermostat.
- Considered noisy compared to split systems.
- The entire assembly must be removed and returned to the factory for any repairs.
US Cellar Systems Split Cooling Units for Wine Cellars
Advantages
- The separation of components reduces noise near the wine cellar.
- The separation of components eliminates heat venting into living areas.
- Several coil sizes, shapes, and mounting possibilities are available.
- Condensers can be installed indoors or outdoors without temperature differential concerns.
- Water Cooled Condensers are available for locations with a water source or Geothermal technology.
- Condensers can be located up to 50′ from the fan coil with no additional preparations.
- The entire system can be serviced and repaired in place by almost any HVAC technician.
- Many replacement components are available locally nationwide.
- The air temperature probe used with a remote-mounted programmable thermostat is more responsive to changing conditions.
- Unlimited technical assistance is readily available direct from US Cellar Systems.
Disadvantages
- Greater initial investment and installation cost.
- An HVAC technician must install copper line sets.
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