Le Cache Contemp 2400 Chocolate #735

• SB/0™ Technology (top-vent exhaust): Heat exhausts through the top of the cabinet rather than the rear, so the unit can sit flush against a wall without clearance gaps. Relevant if you're fitting this into a dining room alcove or against a finished wall.
• CellarPro cooling unit options: Choose between the 1800QT-HE and 1800XT-HE based on the room's thermal load. The 1800QT-HE is the quietest option. Review the Cooling Unit Selection Guide before ordering.
• Active humidity management: The adjustable humidity control actively maintains cellar-level humidity, unlike wine coolers or refrigerators that only regulate temperature. This matters for long-term aging, particularly for natural corks.
• Foil-backed polyisocyanurate insulation: Higher R-value per inch than standard foam insulation, reducing thermal load on the cooling unit and improving energy efficiency over time.
• 286-bottle capacity with double-deep racking: 256 individual slots at 3 3/4-inch spacing accommodate oversized formats including Burgundy and Champagne bottles. An additional ~30-bottle bulk area handles magnums or stacked overflow.
• Audible and visual alarms alert to temperature or humidity excursions without requiring you to monitor the display.
• Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill modes on the CellarPro unit allow you to reduce operating costs during low-use periods or recover quickly after restocking.
• Keyed security lock on both doors; 5-year warranty on the cooling system and 2-year warranty on the cabinet, with an optional extended warranty available.

Pairs Well With

• The optional CellarPro bottle probe, which measures temperature at the bottle rather than at the air sensor - useful for verifying actual storage conditions in a densely packed cabinet.

Brand: Le Cache

UPC: 077757007354

Size: 39w x 29d x 82h (in)

Weight: 385 lbs

Capacity: 286 bottles
Double-Deep Storage
Racked Slots: 256 bottles (3 3/4-inch Slots)
Bulk Space: approximately 30 bottles (stacked)

Material: Cherry

Power/Rating:
115V AC / 60 Hz
Running / Startup Amps (compressor)
- CellarPro 1800QT-HE: 2.9 Amps / 20.1 Amps
- CellarPro 1800XT-HE: 3.0 Amps / 20.1 Amps
Thermal Load Calculations

Warranty:
2 Years (Cabinet) / 5 Years (Cooling Unit)
Optional Extended Warranty

What These Specs Mean

• Running vs. Startup Amps: Running amps reflect the unit's electrical draw during normal operation. Startup amps reflect the brief increase in current when the compressor starts. Refer to the cooling unit installation instructions for circuit requirements.
• Cooling Unit Options: The CellarPro 1800QT-HE is the quietest available option. Other compatible models provide additional cooling capacity for installations with higher thermal loads. Use the Cooling Unit Selection Guide to identify the correct model for the installation conditions.

• Owner's Manual
• Cooling Unit Selection Guide
• Placement Requirements
• Wine Cabinet Delivery & Inspection Instructions
• Wine Cabinet Filter: Top View
• Top View Drawings
• Adjustable Humidity Performance Chart
• Wine Cabinet Monthly Operating Cost
• Cooling Unit Sound Performance
• Interactive Product Demo

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PLACEMENT & VENTILATION

Before choosing a location for your Le Cache wine cabinet, make sure the installation meets the following requirements.

BASIC PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Power: Standard grounded outlet on a dedicated circuit
• Room Temperature: 50–95°F
• Floor: Hard, level surface capable of supporting the fully loaded cabinet
• Door Clearance: Allow approximately 1 inch of additional width in front of the cabinet for the doors to open 90°
• Ventilation: Requirements vary depending on the cabinet and cooling configuration

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS

Proper ventilation is essential. The cooling unit exhausts warm air, which must be able to dissipate without being drawn back into the unit. Poor ventilation can prevent the cabinet from reaching the desired temperature and may cause the cooling unit to overheat or run continuously.

SUMMARY

1. UPRIGHT CABINET / TOP-VENTED

Our upright wine cabinets with top-vented cooling are designed so the cabinet can be placed directly against the rear wall.

Warm air exhausts through the top of the cabinet, while return air enters from above. Sufficient clearance above and around the cabinet is therefore required.

Minimum clearance above the cabinet:

• 18 inches: Contemporary, Carolina, Loft, Vault and Semi-Custom wine cabinets
• 12 inches: European Country, Mission and Gallery wine cabinets

Important: The sides of the cabinet must remain open so that warm air can dissipate. Top-vented upright cabinets should not be placed in a corner, enclosed space, alcove or closet unless a Front-Vent Hood is used.

2. UPRIGHT CABINET / REAR-VENTED

Upright wine cabinets can also be configured with rear-vented cooling, with return air entering from behind the cabinet. This configuration is useful when sufficient clearance above the cabinet is not available.

Requirements:

• The cabinet must be positioned 3–4 inches away from the rear wall.
• If the rear of the cabinet is not accessible, allow at least 7 1/2 inches above the cabinet so the cooling-unit air filter can be removed and replaced.
• If the rear of the cabinet is accessible, allow at least 3 inches above the cabinet for airflow. We also recommend an air deflector to direct warm exhaust air to the left of the cabinet.

Important: The sides of the cabinet must remain open. Rear-vented upright cabinets should not be placed in a corner, enclosed space, alcove or closet unless a Front-Vent Hood is used.

3. UPRIGHT CABINET / TOP-VENTED + FRONT-VENT HOOD

A Front-Vent Hood can be added to a top-vented upright cabinet when:

• The cabinet will be placed flush against the rear wall but does not have the required clearance above for a standard top-vented installation
• The cabinet will be installed in an alcove, closet or other enclosed space

Allow at least 7 1/2 inches above the cabinet for removal of the hood and air filter.

Compatibility:

• Contemporary, Loft and Vault: The Front-Vent Hood may be used with or without the decorative grille.
• European Country, Mission, Carolina and Gallery: The Front-Vent Hood may be used without the decorative grille. The grille will not fit with the crown moldings.

4. CREDENZA

Credenzas do not require clearance above the cabinet; however, because both intake and exhaust ventilation occur behind the cabinet, credenzas require 3–4 inches of clearance behind the cabinet, and the sides must remain open for proper ventilation.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

The cooling unit plugs into a standard grounded wall outlet. The power cord extends approximately 6 1/2 feet from the rear of the cabinet.

The outlet must be on a dedicated circuit. The cooling unit components draw 3 amps, and the electrical outlet on the side of the cooling unit is also rated for 3 amps.

Do not share the circuit with another motor- or compressor-driven appliance such as a refrigerator, wine cooler, air conditioner or garage door opener.

We recommend using a surge protector rated for at least 15 amps to protect the cooling unit from power surges.

If an extension cord is necessary, use a grounded cord with 14-gauge wire or heavier, and keep it as short as possible.

FLOOR & WEIGHT REQUIREMENTS

A fully loaded wine cabinet is extremely heavy. Make sure the floor can support the combined weight of the cabinet and wine.

The cabinet should also be placed on a hard, level surface. On thick carpeting, the cabinet may settle unevenly over time, which can affect door alignment.

If installing on thick carpet, place a carpet board beneath the cabinet. You may purchase one from Le Cache or have a local hardware store cut a 3/4-inch plywood board to the width x depth of the cabinet.

DOOR SWING CLEARANCE

When opened to 90 degrees, the doors extend approximately 1 inch beyond the width of the cabinet.

For cabinets without moldings, allow for this additional space when planning the installation. The extra clearance is required in front of the cabinet for the doors to open fully.

Can the Le Cache 2400 be placed flush against a wall, or does it need clearance space behind it?

A: The 2400 is built with Le Cache's SB/0™ Technology, which allows it to sit completely flush against a wall with zero rear clearance required. Heat exhaust is routed through a top-vent rather than the back, so placement against a wall, in a niche or between furniture pieces doesn't compromise cooling performance. It is a freestanding unit — not designed for cabinetry cutout installation — but its wall-flush design makes it integrate cleanly into most room layouts.

How many bottles does the 2400 actually hold, and will it fit oversized Burgundy or Champagne bottles?

A: Total capacity is 286 bottles: 256 individually racked in all-wood interlock racks with 3.8-inch slots and approximately 30 bottles in bulk stacked storage. The universal racking system accommodates oversized bottles including large-format Burgundy and Champagne shapes, so you won't need to pull racks or rearrange to fit heavier or wider bottles. The double-deep storage layout makes good use of the cabinet's 29-inch depth.

Does the 2400 actively manage humidity, or does it just cool like a refrigerator?

A: This is one of the key differences between a true wine cabinet and a standard cooler or refrigerator. The 2400 includes adjustable humidity control alongside its electronic thermostat and digital display — something wine coolers and refrigerators do not offer. Le Cache is explicit that refrigerators aren't recommended for long-term wine storage precisely because they can't maintain the humidity levels needed to protect corks and preserve aging conditions. The CellarPro cooling unit also features Energy-Saver and Quick-Chill modes plus audible and visual alarms for temperature or humidity excursions.

Which CellarPro cooling unit should I choose for the 2400, and what are the electrical requirements?

A: The 2400 is available with three CellarPro 1800-series options, all running on a standard 115V AC / 60 Hz circuit. The 1800QTL-ECX draws 2.4 amps running / 14.2 amps startup and is the quietest option — the best choice for dining rooms or living spaces where noise matters. The 1800QT-ECX runs at 2.9A / 20.1A startup and the 1800XT-ECX at 3.0A / 20.1A startup. Which unit is right depends on your room's thermal load (ambient temperature, insulation, sun exposure). Le Cache provides a Thermal Load Calculation guide and a Cooling Unit Selection Guide to help match the unit to your specific environment before purchase.

What does the warranty actually cover, and for how long?

A: The cabinet itself carries a 2-year warranty and the CellarPro cooling unit is covered separately for 5 years. An optional extended warranty is also available if you want coverage beyond those terms. The cooling unit being made in the USA by CellarPro means parts and service are domestically supported, which matters for long-term ownership — particularly on a cabinet in this price range.

How quiet is the 2400 in a living space or dining room?

A: Le Cache specifically updated the 2400 line with what they describe as the most advanced and quietest cooling units from CellarPro. The quietest configuration is the 1800QTL-ECX, which runs at just 2.4 amps — the lowest draw of the three available units. CellarPro publishes a detailed sound performance chart for the 1800-series so you can review decibel levels across operating modes before deciding. For placement in a living area or dining room, the QTL-ECX variant is the one to specify.