The temperature range on the DBC120BLS beverage center is 42.8°F ~ 57.2°F. It is not rated as a refrigerator and isn't recommended for long term storage of perishable food.
You can absolutely switch the direction in which the door swings. While I have not needed to do so, there are detailed instructions in the factory manual. (The unit as it shipped to me has a door that opens to the right, as in the hinge is on the right side but can be made to hinge from the left) the wire shelves inside the refrigerator can in fact be adjusted or removed to suit whatever it is you want to store in there.
The shelves in this unit are adjustable and removable, so you most certainly can lay call wine bottles on their sides. It is important to note though that the shelves do not have individual curved depressions as would be in the case of a wine refrigerator. Still, your wine bottles can fit in there just fine laying down, provided that you are not looking for the exact same type of presentation you will find in a "wine only" refrigerator. Another caveat that would apply to any situation where you are storing both beer and wine in the same unit, is that you would have to select a single temperature that is a happy medium for both beverages.
We have been really impressed with this particular compact refrigerator in both looks and performance. And when you add the versatility of use it is a great package.
This is not a built-in approved product and requires 2-3 inches of space on the sides and rear of the unit for the compressor to breathe. Please note that "building in" this unit will likely cause the compressor to overheat and not cool properly.
The temperature range on a beverage center is going to be higher than the temperature range on a true refrigerator. The temperature range on this beverage center is 42.8°F ~ 57.2°F.
I have seen two different sets of measurements for this model. One stating it is 34.44" to top of door hinge and then the measurement of 32.6" given on this website. Which is correct? I want it to fit under the counter (but not be built-in).
Hello, Our units are meant to be used indoors, factory specifications note the refrigerator will function properly at a temperature above 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the room temperature falls below 45 degrees, it can affect the cycling of the compressor (cooling process), by giving false readings to the units internal thermostat. Danby recommends selecting a location with reasonable year round temperatures. It should be noted that this refrigerator is intended for indoor residential use and exposure to extreme temperatures may damage the appliance and void the warranty.