Specifications

CellarMate Manual Page 11
Mounting the Unit
Floor Mounting
Elevate the CellarMate on a 2”x4” frame with a plywood surface to protect it from
water. Allow adequate space for the external drain.
Wall Mounting
Confirm that the load bearing capacity of the supports is adequate and meets local
codes and ordinances. Support the CellarMate on both sides of the wall. Use floor or
knee braces to transfer the load of the unit to the floor or wall.
Ceiling Mounting
CellarMate units are not designed for suspension from the top of the unit.
Construct a structurally sound platform on which to place the unit when hanging from
ceiling joists. Ensure that the platform is supported on all four corners.
Leave adequate space above the unit for service access.
To operate properly, the unit must be level within ¼” end to end and 1/8” side to side.
Place the unit as close to the wine cellar as possible to reduce the length of the duct
runs. Use straight, short ducting. To prevent transmitting vibration and noise, add
¼” thick rubber pads.
Installing the Condensate Drain Connection
The CellarMate dehumidifies the inside of the wine cellar. If the wine cellar vapor barrier is
poorly constructed or there is excess moisture in the adjacent area, the unit will remove the
excess moisture from the wine cellar.
Installing the Drain Line
1. Extend the drain line from the unit to an external drain or disposal site. Use
½” ID drain tubing or larger.
2. Splice the drain extension onto the drain outlet with a short piece of ½”
copper tubing and secure with clamps.
3. Install with a minimum pitch of ¼” per linear foot to allow the drain line to
function by gravity. Do not tie the condensate drain line directly into a
sanitary sewer system.
Your CellarMate unit has a built-in drain trap which creates a water seal to prevent air
from backing up into the drain pan and causing the drain pan to overflow.
Priming the Drain Trap
The internal drain trap primes itself automatically once the unit has run for a period of
time and after the unit cycles OFF. When functioning, water will drip from the drain.
Wiring the Unit for Power