The way wine is stored has a big impact on how well it ages. Unfortunately, most people are unaware of this, particularly those who have only recently begun collecting wines. In order to prevent the wine from turning bad, proper wine storage must be done.
Humidity, temperature, and light are all important factors – plus, having a wine cellar cooling unit installed in your wine room is vital.
A wine cellar cooling unit will keep a consistent temperature of 55°F and help regulate relative humidity when installed in a properly insulated room. So, it’s very crucial to choose a high quality cooling system that performs excellently and lasts for a long time.
If you’re looking for a system that will maintain a steady temperature, perhaps the WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 might be the perfect wine cellar cooler for you. Do you want to learn more about this product? Let’s move on to the WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 review!
How Do Wine Cellar Cooling Units Work?
A wine cellar cooling unit works in the same way that a standard air conditioner does. Unlike a standard air conditioner, wine cellar cooling systems make the air colder by removing excess water. To put it another way, cold air is pushed into the wine room while heat is exhausted out. Since it’s a must to maintain a certain level of humidity in the wine cellar, a wine cellar cooling unit eliminates less water during the process.
A wine cellar cooling unit consists of two components:
- The cooling system, also known as the “evaporator”
- The “condensing” unit
In a WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 unit, which is a self-contained system, these two components are housed together. One end of the system or the evaporator blows cool air into the cellar or cabinet, and the other end has a condenser, which exhausts heat from the cellar into an adjacent room or an area next to the cellar.
The WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 Wine Cellar Cooling Unit
The WhisperKOOL SC PRO Series incorporates the latest and greatest system design innovations into a brand-new housing design. SC PRO modern wine room cooling units include a range of high-end components, which were developed based on direct feedback from customers and installers.
The WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 model is perfect when it comes to efficiently cooling small home wine cellars to mid-sized modern wine cellars as it combines powerful airflow with quiet operation technology.
The SC PRO 4000 is a self-contained wine cellar cooling system – also known as a through-the-wall wine cooling system.
- The most cost-effective and simple to install because they do not require any ductwork.
- Built to fit between the studs of an existing wall and doesn't require a professional HVAC technician to install.
- One end delivers cool air into the cellar or cabinet, and the other blows heat out of the cellar into a nearby room or utility area.
What separates the original SC Series from the SC PRO Series?
The WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 is equipped with revolutionary blower fan technology that improves performance while reducing noise levels dramatically. There’s also the reintroduction of the condensate management system, which effectively evaporates water up to 3oz in an hour. The drain line is seen as a precautionary measure rather than a mandatory need as a result of this condensate management system.
In fact, the SC PRO Series is the direct successor to the SC Series, which was preceded by the XLT series, one of the most well-known wine cooling units.
The direct replacement of the WhisperKOOL XLT 4200 is the WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000. Here’s a quick comparison between the 2 wine cooling units.
As you can see from the image above, the WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 offers more advanced features compared to the XLT 4200 unit. If you want to learn more about the XLT 4200, here's a detailed article about it: All About the WhisperKOOL XLT 4200 Wine Cellar Cooling Unit
Features of WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000
DIGITAL CONTROLLER
The SC PRO 4000 comes with a WhisperKOOL Thermostat that is located in front of the unit. It is equipped with Advanced System Protection, which uses alarms to notify you if certain parameters are not reached.
WHISPERKOOL BOTTLE PROBE
A Liquid Temperature Probe is included in the unit, which allows it to accurately measure the temperature of the wine in the cellar. Measuring the temperature of a liquid is a precise and accurate reflection of the temperature of the wines stored in the cellar compared to monitoring the wine cellar’s ambient air temperature.
CENTRIFUGAL BLOWER
In addition, the new SC PRO has a redesigned fan system that provides direct and robust airflow. This centrifugal blower system offers a more quiet operation and is designed to efficiently distribute the conditioned air evenly around the room.
CONDENSATE EVAPORATOR
A new and improved condensate management system has been introduced to the unit, which can successfully evaporate up to 3 ounces of condensate per hour of operation. The drain line is seen as an additional safeguard rather than a mandatory need under this management system.
POWER SUPPLY
The SC PRO 4000 unit can be powered from either the front or the back, whichever works best for you. A standard electrical outlet is used to power the unit.
WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 Specifications
Model: SC PRO 4000
Cellar Size: Approx. 1000 cu.ft.
BTU/h: 2253 (85°F condenser air intake temperature)
Dimensions (L x W x H): 17.5" x 14.25" x 15.75"
Voltage Rating: 115V
Weight: 65 lbs
WhisperKOOL Warranty: Two-year limited warranty (WhisperKOOL parts and labor) / Five-year limited warranty (compressor)
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PROS
- Advanced blower fans
- TXV expansion valve
- Quiet operation
- Condensate management system
- Smart refrigerant metering
- Liquid-temperature-measuring bottle probe
- Advanced digital controller
- Coated evaporator coil
- Front or rear power switch
- Single-piece mounting bracket
- Easy Installation
- Made in the USA
CONS
- If exhaust air needs to be ducted, this is an extra expense.
WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 Upgrade Options
WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 can be customized with an exhaust ducting kit and exterior housing. WhisperKOOL is leading when it comes to upgrading options.
WhisperKOOL Exterior Grille
If your unit is installed through an exterior wall, the exterior grille protects the exhaust side of the system from outdoor elements.
- Protects your SC PRO through-the-wall wine cooling unit from the elements of weather.
- Small is compatible with WhisperKOOL SC PRO 2000/WhisperKOOL SC PRO 3000/WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000, WhisperKOOL SC 2000i/WhisperKOOL SC 3000i/WhisperKOOL SC 4000i, and WhisperKOOL 1600 XLT/WhisperKOOL 3000 XLT/WhisperKOOL 4200 XLT.
- Large is compatible with WhisperKOOL SC PRO 8000, WhisperKOOL SC 6000i/WhisperKOOL SC 8000i, and WhisperKOOL 6000 XLT/WhisperKOOL 8000 XLT.
- WhisperKOOL provides ½” pan-head screws.
WhisperKOOL Duct Kit
Heated exhaust air can be routed to another area using the exhaust duct kit. If the adjacent room to your cellar is not suitable for exhausting warm air, the duct kit is the solution. The kit includes the Thermostat Controller, which will turn on and push warm exhaust air away from the ducting (not included)
- Small is compatible with WhisperKOOL SC PRO 2000/WhisperKOOL SC PRO 3000/WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000, WhisperKOOL SC 2000i/WhisperKOOL SC 3000i/WhisperKOOL SC 4000i, and WhisperKOOL 1600 XLT/WhisperKOOL 3000 XLT/WhisperKOOL 4200 XLT.
- Large is compatible with WhisperKOOL SC PRO 8000, WhisperKOOL SC 6000i/WhisperKOOL SC 8000i, and WhisperKOOL 6000 XLT/WhisperKOOL 8000 XLT.
- ONLY the exhaust side of the SC PRO can be ducted.
UV-C Lighting System
This upgrade adds a UV-C light bulb to the SC PRO cooling system to increase overall indoor air quality while improving performance. The UV-C Light Technology protects your unit from mold and other bacterial growth, extending the life of your wine cooler cellar unit.
Where to Buy WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000
No need to look further as you can easily get the new and improved WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 at Wine Coolers Empire! Contact us or call our Sales Expert at +1-888-407-7770 if you need assistance.
The SC PRO series also comes in other models, depending on your cellar size requirements, such as:
- WhisperKOOL SC PRO 2000 for 300 cu.ft. wine cellar
- WhisperKOOL SC PRO 3000 for 650 cu.ft. wine cellar
- WhisperKOOL SC PRO 8000 for 1500 cu.ft. wine cellar
If you have the old XLT 4200 unit and wanted to look for an upgrade that is easy to install and manage, not to mention without the outrageous price and hassle, then the WhisperKOOL SC PRO 4000 is the perfect replacement!
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