CellarPro 1800H-HE Houdini wine cooling units deliver 1900 BTUH total / 1505 BTUH sensible capacity at 55F, providing 1/4-ton cooling for shallow-depth glass-enclosed wine cellars using appropriate sizing assumptions.* Designed specifically for modern glass wine displays, the 1800H-HE Houdini combines a compact, low-profile design with flexible airflow configurations, making it ideal for installations where standard cooling units are too deep or visually intrusive. This upgraded HE model features a powerful low-GWP compressor, upgraded EC fans, longer-lasting aluminum coils and robust components engineered for demanding glass-cellar installations.
Just 10 1/2 inches deep and 10 inches tall, the 1800H-HE Houdini is designed to sit inside the cellar, atop the cellar, partially in the cellar ceiling or remotely from the cellar with approved ducting. Dual independent variable-speed EC fans provide flexibility to balance quiet operation with maximum cooling performance.
For example, using the following assumptions, the 1800H-HE Houdini would be sized appropriately for the following applications*:
Proper construction with a vapor barrier,
R13 insulation in the non-glass walls, ceiling and floor,
75F ambient temperature surrounding the cellar, and
No ducting
Cellar Dims
Cellar Cu Ft
Glass Sq Ft – Not to Exceed
Type of Glass
Cellar Temp
Cellar BTUH
6’w x 2 1/2’d x 9’h
135
54 sf (eg Front Wall)
Single-Pane
60F
1991
6’w x 2 1/2’d x 10’h
150
60 sf (eg Front Wall)
Double-Pane
55F
1507
7’w x 2 1/2’d x 10’h
175
120 sf (eg Front & Side Walls)
Double-Pane
60F
2002
CellarPro 1800H-HE Houdini cooling units are self-contained, fully charged units designed to be attached to the ceiling inside the cellar, installed above the cellar or located remotely from the cellar with approved ducting.
1800H-HE Houdini units are designed specifically for shallow-depth glass wine cellars, with a compact, low-profile design that allows the cooling unit to “disappear” inside or atop the cellar.
Bottle probe required: bottle probe for use in liquid must be used with Houdini cooling units
1800H-HE Houdini units can be located remotely from the cellar with the addition of one of our cold-side duct packages. Offered with or without insulated flex ducting, our cold-side duct packages allow these cooling units to be ducted up to 50 equivalent feet(25′ per duct). Cold-side ducting must be insulated and 8-inch or greater from start to finish.
When calculating equivalent feet, each 90-degree turn counts for 8 feet.
For remote or inaccessible installations, we offer a remote display kit that can be wired to the cooling unit and allows the digital display to be mounted inside or outside the cellar.
1800H-HE Houdini units require fresh air intake without interference from the unit’s hot air exhaust. The fresh air intake must come from outside the wine cellar and should be within a range of 40F to 95F.
If sufficient space does not exist to provide fresh air, or if the hot air exhaust cannot dissipate properly, you may need one of our approved hot-side duct packages.
When ducted on the hot side without an auxiliary inline fan, the 1800H-HE Houdini supports up to 50 equivalent feet(25′ per duct) with required 6-inch ducting.
When ducted on the hot side with an auxiliary inline fan, the 1800H-HE Houdini supports up to 100 equivalent feet(50′ per duct) with required 6-inch ducting.
High fan speed is required for ducted installations, and auxiliary fans should never be used on the cold side.
CellarPro OEM duct hoods must be used for ducted installations, otherwise warranty coverage will be voided.
The cold side of the cooling unit should never be exposed to temperatures below 32F.
A CellarPro cooling unit must always be used in the upright position, and should never be operated on its side or upside down.
All air-cooled refrigeration equipment requires fresh air intake to dissipate the heat generated by the cooling unit. The fresh air intake cannot come from the wine cellar space — it must come from space outside the cellar.
Variable-speed EC fans with independent control provide maximum flexibility and versatility, allowing customers to choose between quieter operation and maximum cooling performance based on the cellar design, installation type and cooling load.
R-290 Compressor: delivers powerful cooling performance with lower energy use and environmentally friendly refrigerant.
Features energy-efficient EC fans on both the cold and hot sides.
Dual high-output fans include independent variable-speed settings, allowing customers to choose between maximum cooling power at high fan speed or super-quiet operation at low fan speed.
High fan speed is required for ducted installations.
The unit requires fresh air intake from outside the wine cellar. If the unit’s location does not provide sufficient room for hot air exhaust to dissipate and/or fresh air to be provided, an approved hot-side duct package may be required.
Designed for indoor use only, the unit must be installed in an area above 32F, and the cold side of the cooling unit should never be exposed to temperatures below 32F.
Adjustable humidity control combines a high-output compressor with flexible fan cycles to maintain a recommended level of moisture inside your cellar.
Custom coils generate maximum cooling power inside the cellar.
Now with coated aluminum evaporator coils, which help resist formicary corrosion, the leading cause of cooling unit failure.
Excess condensate is managed with a high-capacity stainless-steel condensate pan and 100W electric heating element.
The intuitive LED display panel with digital programmable thermostat is simple and easy to use. A remote thermostat is available as an upgrade.
Bottle probe is included as standard equipment and must be used in a bottle with liquid with 1800H-HE Houdini cooling units.
Reusable filter is included with non-ducted units.
Energy-saver mode, quick-chill mode and auto-defrost cycle provide convenient solutions to common cellar needs.
Temperature set point range is 51F to 62F when the cooling unit is properly sized.
Unit operates with minimal vibrations and less noise than comparable units from competitors.
Audible and visual alarms and maintenance-needed indicator protect the cooling unit and the wine cellar.
With dual power sources and a 10-foot power cord, the unit can be plugged into a receptacle from either the rear or right side of the cooling unit, providing flexibility for most installations.
A common dedicated 15-amp circuit is required to power the unit.
Mounting brackets, included as standard equipment, ensure easy installation.
Removable steel case provides access to the internal components for servicing and repair.
CellarPro’s 5-Year Standard Warranty, the most thorough in the industry, protects the unit against manufacturing defects.
An optional Extended Warranty (P/N 1836) is available for additional protection.
ETL Tested and Certified to rigorous UL Standards for safety.
1900 SENSIBLE BTUH @ 55F. CellarPro 1800H-ECX Cooling Unit (P/N 25544). CellarPro’s 1800H-ECX cooling unit (1/8 Ton Nominal) is the first cooling unit designed specifically for shallow-depthglass-enclosed wine cellars, and uses energy-efficient variable-speed EC fans for maximum performance.
The BTU/h value shown here is a theoretical number. There are often circumstances under which a cellar design may require a larger unit due to variables not accounted for in the formula. For example, these variables could be building materials (such as glass, stone, concrete, etc.)
Which do not offer the insulation capacity required to maintain the optimal cellar environment. We recommend purchasing a unit with a larger capacity to compensate for these unaccounted-for variables. An undersized unit can lead to premature failure and will most likely prevent the cellar from reaching your desired temperature.
Brand: CellarPro
UPC: 077757374029
Size: 36 1/2w x 10 1/2d x 10h (in)
Weight: 70 lbs
Power/Rating: 115V AC / 60 Hz Compressor Amps: – Startup (LRA): 29.8 Amps – Unit Amp Rating: 5.5 Amps – Total Watts with Fans on High: 327 – Total Watts with Fans on Low: 358 – Compatible with Dedicated 15-Amp Circuit
Decibels: – Low fan speed: 49 dBA – High fan speed: 55 dBA
TOTAL BTUH @ 55F: – Low Fan Speed: 1486 BTUH – High Fan Speed: 1900 BTUH – 1/4 Ton Nominal
Cold Temperature
CellarPro 1800H Houdini units should be installed in a conditioned environment from 40F to 95F
Duct and Sound Hoods
Hot Side Duct Hood#25563and Kit#25562: allows you to install the unit in a small space with limited airflow, and duct the airflow up to 50 equivalent feet (25 feet per duct)
Cold Side Duct Hood#35618and Kit#35619: permits the cooling unit to be located remotely and duct the airflow up to 50 equivalent feet (25 feet per duct).
Duct Kits are the same as Duct Hoods, and also include 2 x 25-feet of R-6 insulated flex ducting.
Sound Hood #30827: reduces the noise level of our Houdini cooling unit by 5 decibels; no assembly is required.
Filters & Grills
Use our filter & grill guide to find the cooling unit filter or duct filter and/or duct grill that is appropriate for your cooling unit.
Remote Control & Probe
Networkable Thermostats #27346 and #27310: Included as standard equipment allowing connection of your cooling unit to a networkable, Wi-Fi enabled thermostat (sold separately, Ecobee SmartThermostat Pro #31453). Must be ordered at the same time that the equipment is ordered. Other limitations apply – read the networkable thermostat description for more information.
Remote Display #1603: lets you place the digital panel wherever you want, whether inside or outside the cellar. Includes 10 feet of wiring.
Bottle Probe #1434: this remote thermostat with a 10-foot cord overrides the thermostat on the face of the cooling unit, and allows it to monitor air or liquid temperatures at various locations inside the cellar. The bottle probe is highly recommended unless the unit is configured with the networkable thermostat upgrade
Extension cords available in 25-foot (#1780) and 50-foot (#1781) lengths.
Other Options & Upgrades
Condensate Drain Line: strongly recommended for wine cellar installations that are not airtight, a drain line allows excess moisture to drain from the the cooling unit (#1606).
DID YOU KNOW? Nobody protects your wine cellar better than CellarPro Cooling Systems! In the event your cooling unit fails and the failed components are covered by our warranty, we’ll send a replacement cooling unit to you per the terms of our Replacement Unit Program
CellarPro Replacement Unit Program If your CellarPro cooling unit fails and the parts that failed are still covered by warranty, we’ll send a replacement cooling unit to you, as follows:
Your cooling unit must be registered at CellarPro
Your cooling unit must have been properly sized, installed and maintained
Your cooling unit may not have been permanently modified, damaged or disfigured
Please note:
Replacement units are factory-refurbished cooling units with a similar build date as your original unit
You are responsible for the shipping cost to send the replacement unit to you and return the original unit to us, and the cost (if any) to remove the original unit and install the replacement unit
In order to send a replacement unit, we require a deposit, which will be refunded minus shipping costs upon the return and pending the inspection of the original unit
If the original unit failed due to improper intallation or use, the failure is not covered by warranty and we will deduct the cost of the repairs from the refund of your deposit
