HOT ! Breezaire WKL 2200 Wine Cellar Cooling System (Up to 265 Cu. Ft.)

Is the Breezaire WKL 2200 Right for Your Wine Cellar?

The Breezaire WKL 2200 is a through-the-wall, self-contained wine cellar cooling unit designed for properly insulated wine cellars up to 265 cubic feet.

It is best suited for residential collectors and small commercial installations that need reliable, quiet cooling without complex ducting or HVAC systems.

Available in WKL 1060 for 140 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 2200 for 265 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 3000 for 650 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 4000 for 1000 cu.ft. cellar size, WKL 6000 for 1500 cu.ft. cellar size, and WKL 8000 for 2000 cu.ft. cellar size.

✅ Best For

• Wine cellars up to 265 cu. ft.
  


• Fully enclosed, insulated rooms (R-13+ recommended)


• Traditional cellar builds (minimal glass)


• Homeowners, designers, and builders seeking simple installation
  


• Projects where ducting is not required
  

❌ Not Suitable For

• Glass wine rooms or modern glass enclosures


• Cellars with poor insulation or vapor sealing


• Spaces exposed to heat sources (garages, kitchens, sun-facing walls)


• Large cellars exceeding 265 cu. ft.


• Projects requiring ducted or split systems

👉 If your cellar falls into any of these categories, you likely need a more powerful or ducted system.

Do you have a different size wine cellar? Or just want to check your options? Check out other Breezaire WKL Series Through-the-Wall Cooling Units now! You can also browse our other Self Contained Wine Cellar Systems.

📏 Cooling Capacity & Real-World Sizing

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  Maximum Coverage: 265 cu. ft.


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  Cooling Output: 2200 BTU


• 
  Ideal Temperature Range: 50°F – 60°F

What “265 Cu. Ft.” Actually Means

This rating assumes:

• Proper insulation (walls, ceiling, door)


• Airtight vapor barrier


• Minimal glass exposure


• Controlled ambient temperature outside the cellar

📐 Specifications

• 
  Dimensions (H x W x D): 13.25\" x 14.25\" x 16.38\"


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  Cooling Capacity: Up to 265 cu. ft.


• 
  BTU Cooling: 2200


• 
  Installation Type: Through-the-Wall


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  Electrical Requirements: 115V, 60Hz, 4A


• 
  Humidity Control: Automatic


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  Defrost System: Automatic


• 
  Exhaust Direction: Rear


• 
  Weight: 55 lbs

Manuals

• Installation Manual


• Sentry III Plus Controller Owner\'s Manual


• Warranty Details

⚠️ When You Should Size Up

Choose a larger unit (e.g., WKL 3000) if your cellar has:

• Glass doors or walls


• High ceilings


• Weak insulation


• Warm surrounding rooms

👉 Undersizing is the #1 cause of cooling failure and wine damage.

🔧 Installation Requirements (Critical Before Purchase)

The WKL 2200 is a through-the-wall system, meaning it installs directly into your cellar wall.

✔️ Installation Setup

• Mounts through a wall between cellar and adjacent room


• Exhausts warm air into another space


• Requires standard 115V power
  

⚠️ Ventilation Requirements

• Exhaust room must be equal or larger than the cellar
  


• Must be well-ventilated (heat cannot build up)


• Not suitable for sealed or small utility rooms

❌ Not Compatible With

• Ducted installations


• Remote condenser setups


• Outdoor venting systems

Improper installation will significantly reduce performance.

🔇 Quiet Operation & Vibration Protection

• Engineered for low noise output
  


• Designed to preserve the quiet atmosphere of a wine cellar


• Built-in vibration control protects wine sediment during aging

💧 Automatic Humidity Control

Maintains 50%–75% humidity, helping to:

• Prevent cork drying


• Protect labels


• Support proper wine aging conditions

⚠️ In very dry climates, a separate humidifier may still be required.

⚙️ Sentry III+ Digital Control System

The Breezaire WKL 2200 includes the advanced Sentry III+ controller, offering:

• Digital temperature display (LED)


• Precise temperature adjustment


• Continuous temperature monitoring


• Power outage protection


• Automatic shutdown for:
  
  
  
  • Blocked airflow
  
  
  • Fan failure
  
  
  
  

👉 This protects both your wine collection and the cooling unit.

🏗️ Simple Installation (No HVAC Required)

• Factory pre-charged system


• No refrigerant handling required


• No plumbing needed


• Plug-and-play after installation

Ideal for:

• Homeowners


• Contractors


• Custom builders

🧱 Build Quality & Design

• Durable metal cabinet


• Compact footprint


• Flush-mount installation capability

📊 Breezaire WKL Series Comparison

🔌 Optional Upgrade: Bottle Probe

The optional Bottle Probe allows the system to regulate temperature based on liquid temperature instead of air.

When to Use It:

• Long-term wine aging


• High-value collections


• Precision storage environments

🛡️ Warranty

• 
  Parts: 5 Years


• 
  Labor: 1 Year

📞 Need Help Choosing the Right Cooling System?

Choosing the wrong unit can lead to:

• Temperature instability


• Wine damage


• System failure

👉 Get a Free Wine Cellar Design Consultation📞 +1-888-407-7770📧 support@winecoolersempire.com

🛒 Buy the Breezaire WKL 2200 Today

A reliable, quiet, and easy-to-install cooling solution for properly built wine cellars up to 265 cu. ft.