{"product_id":"breezaire-wkl-8000","title":"Breezaire WKL 8000 Wine Cellar Cooling Unit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Breezaire WKL 8000 Wine Cellar Cooling Unit is a self-contained, through-the-wall cooling system designed for properly insulated wine cellars up to 2,000 cubic feet. With 8,000 BTU of cooling capacity and an integrated Sentry III+ electronic control system, the WKL 8000 is designed for large residential wine cellars, custom wine rooms, and other appropriately constructed wine storage spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe self-contained design integrates the cooling components into a single cabinet for through-the-wall installation. The standard configuration exhausts warm condenser air through the rear of the unit into an appropriately ventilated adjacent space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for cellars up to 2,000 cubic feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for properly insulated and sealed wine storage spaces within the manufacturer's recommended capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8,000 BTU cooling capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides cooling capacity for large residential wine cellar applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-contained system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooling components are integrated into a single cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrough-the-wall installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to install through a properly prepared wall opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSentry III+ electronic controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides electronic temperature control with an LED digital display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50°F–60°F temperature range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides an adjustable operating range for wine cellar applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic humidity management:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cooling system includes automatic humidity management as part of its operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic defrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps manage frost accumulation during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower interruption protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes control-system protection associated with power interruptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlocked-airflow protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a protective function for restricted airflow conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Large Wine Cellars\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WKL 8000 is rated for wine cellars up to 2,000 cubic feet when the enclosure meets the appropriate insulation, vapor-barrier, sealing, ventilation, and installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual cooling requirements depend on factors beyond cellar volume, including insulation quality, surrounding temperature, glass exposure, sunlight, door usage, ceiling height, and other heat loads. Proper sizing should therefore be confirmed for the specific installation, particularly when approaching the maximum recommended cellar capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSentry III+ Digital Temperature Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated Sentry III+ electronic controller provides digital temperature monitoring and adjustable settings. Its LED display allows the cellar temperature to be monitored directly from the cooling unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe control system also incorporates protective functions designed to help manage operating conditions, including features associated with power interruptions and restricted airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSelf-Contained Through-the-Wall Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WKL 8000 is designed as a self-contained cooling unit that installs through a suitable wall opening. This configuration does not require a separate remote condenser or field-installed refrigerant lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe condenser side releases warm air into the adjacent room. The exhaust area must therefore provide adequate ventilation and sufficient clearance to prevent warm air from recirculating back into the cooling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperly insulated wine cellar walls and ceiling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppropriate vapor-barrier construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA properly insulated and sealed cellar door assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA suitable through-wall opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ventilated adjacent space for condenser exhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear airflow around the unit's intake and exhaust areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated 115V, 60Hz electrical service with adequate capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exhaust room should be capable of dissipating the heat produced by the cooling system. Avoid installations where warm condenser air can become trapped or recirculate into the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview the manufacturer's installation documentation and confirm the site requirements before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFactory Modifications and Configuration Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WKL 8000 is available with several factory modification options for installations with specific routing requirements. Modified units are special orders and may have additional production lead times and different return or cancellation conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot Air Out the Top (HAU):\u003c\/strong\u003e Routes condenser exhaust from the top rather than the standard rear configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCord Out the Back (COB):\u003c\/strong\u003e Routes the power cord through the rear of the unit for installations requiring alternate cord placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Air Out the Top (CAT):\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides an alternate cold-air routing configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Drain Fitting (RDF):\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a rear fitting for condensate drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Aluminum Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special-order configuration with an aluminum cabinet and black finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory modifications may add production time and can affect cancellation and return eligibility. Confirm the selected configuration before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Breezaire Bottle Probe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn optional Breezaire Bottle Probe is available for compatible WKL-series cooling units. The accessory is designed to monitor the temperature of the wine bottle rather than relying only on the surrounding cellar air temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breezaire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e WKL 8000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine cellar cooling unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooling Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8,000 BTU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Cellar Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 2,000 cubic feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Through-the-wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-contained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eController:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sentry III+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e LED digital readout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50°F–60°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Exhaust Direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115V, 60Hz, 10A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22\" H × 16.25\" W × 22.25\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 101 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year labor \/ 5 years parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreezaire WKL 8000 wine cellar cooling unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated Sentry III+ electronic control system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional accessories and factory modifications, including the Bottle Probe and alternate exhaust or drainage configurations, may be available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the unit's intake and exhaust areas clear of dust, debris, and other airflow obstructions. Periodically inspect the surrounding installation area to ensure adequate ventilation remains available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper cellar insulation, sealing, and vapor-barrier construction should also be maintained. Follow the manufacturer's installation and maintenance instructions for additional service requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Sizing Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stated capacity of up to 2,000 cubic feet assumes a properly constructed wine cellar and suitable operating conditions. 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