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USER GUIDE u-line.com WELCOME TO U-LINE Congratulations on your U-Line purchase. Your product comes from a company with over five decades and three generations of premium modular ice making, refrigeration, and wine preservation experience. U-Line continues to be the American leader, delivering versatility and flexibility for multiple applications including residential, light commercial, outdoor and marine use.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Safety and Warning ! DANGER NOTICE This unit contains R600a (Isobutane) which is a Please read all instructions before installing, flammable hydrocarbon. It is safe for regular operating, or servicing the appliance. use. Do not use sharp objects to expedite defrosting.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Disposal and Recycling ! DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer, take off the doors and leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Environmental Requirements This model is intended for indoor/interior applications only and is not to be used in installations that are open/ exposed to natural elements. This unit is designed to operate between 50°F (10°C) and 100°F (38°C). Higher ambient temperatures may reduce the unit’s ability to reach low temperatures and/or reduce ice production on applicable models.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Electrical ! WARNING SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding Required. Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the unit until the electricity has been disconnected. Never remove the round grounding prong from the plug and never use a two-prong grounding adapter.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Cutout Dimensions PREPARE SITE Your U-Line product has been designed for either freestanding or built-in installation. When built-in, your unit does not require additional air space for top, sides, or rear. However, the front grille must NOT be obstructed, and clearance is required for an electrical connection in the rear. ! CAUTION Unit can NOT be installed behind a closed cabinet door.
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USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Side-by-Side Installation Two units may be installed side-by-side. Cutout width for a side-by-side installation is the cutout dimension of a single unit times two. No trim kit is required. However, 1/4" (6 mm) of space 3. Place bracket over holes and attach to unit with two screws removed in step 2 using a T-25 Torx driver. Tighten screws fully. 4. Gently push units into position.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Anti-Tip Bracket 1. Slide unit out so screws on top of unit are easily accessible. 2. Remove the two screws from the opposite side of the hinge assembly using a T-25 Torx driver (see below). NOTE: 1224 models shown with four screw. 1215 models only have three screws, but same screws are used in both applications. 3.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE General Installation INSTALLATION 1. Plug in the power/electrical cord. LEVELING INFORMATION 1. Use a level to 2. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to confirm the unit is entangle the cord. level. Level should be placed along top 3. Re-check the leveling, from front to back and side to edge and side edge side. Make any necessary adjustments. The unit’s top as shown.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Grille - Plinth Installation 3 1 REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE ! WARNING 2 Disconnect electric power to the unit before removing the grille. When using the unit, the grille (plinth strip/base fascia) must be installed. ! WARNING DO NOT touch the condenser fins. The condenser fins are SHARP and can be easily damaged. Removing the grille 1. Disconnect power to the unit. 2.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Swing Wall Wall 1/4" Min. (6 mm) 90 Door Swing 2-1/8" Min. (54 mm) 90 Door Swing Units have a zero clearance for the door to open 90°, when installed adjacent to cabinets. Stainless Steel and black and white models require 2-1/8" (54 mm) door clearance to accommodate the handle if installed next to a wall. Integrated models require 1/4" (6 mm) clearance if installed next to a wall.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Stop 3. On 24" models, a second pin is included for the bottom hinge. Repeat steps above for second hinge. Your U-Line unit was shipped to you with the optional 90° pin(s). (Models that are 15" wide include 1 pin. Models that are 24" wide include 2 pins.) The unit’s door will open NOTE: Threaded pin will be inserted from the bottom. freely without a fixed opening angle limitation.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Adjustments DOOR ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENT Align and adjust the door if it is not level or is not sealing properly. If the door is not sealed, the unit may not cool properly, or excessive frost may form in the interior. NOTICE Properly aligned, the door’s gasket should be firmly in contact with the cabinet all the way around the door (no gaps).
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 3. Remove door by tilting forward and lifting door off 3. Rotate gasket 180°, aligning notch with plunger bottom hinge. Retain shoulder washers; they will be bracket and pressing firmly into the gasket channel reused. starting at the corners. 4. Remove four screws from hinge holes on the opposite 4. Rotate door 180° to reverse. side. Reinstall into holes where the hinge was removed.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE SHIFTING WINE RACK SPACERS (OPTIONAL) 5. Place the spacer in between the liner and slide. NOTICE Only perform these steps if you require wine rack clearance with a 90° door opening. Doors which are allowed to open past 90° do not require this step. 1. Remove wine rack (see WINE RACK INSTALLATION in Maintenance). 2. Starting from the side that has the spacers (previously 6.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Free Standing Kit The free standing kit is an optional accessory. It is only used when unit is not installed in surrounding cabinetry. To install the kit: 1. Remove grille (see GRILLE-PLINTH INSTALLATION section). 3. Align front hole with hole in shell accessory, hole in base, and hole in grille. Tighten screw. 2.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE First Use All U-Line controls are preset at the factory. Initial startup requires no adjustments. NOTICE U-Line recommends allowing the unit to run overnight before loading with product. MECHANICAL DIAL CONTROL The control dial turns unit ON/OFF and sets temperature. This set point temperature is a base setting used by the controller to maintain the temperature zone in the unit.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Airflow and Product Loading NOTICE The unit requires proper airflow to perform at its highest efficiency. Do not block the front grille, or the unit will not perform as expected. Do not install the unit behind a door. When loading your unit, leave space between the evaporator and product loaded. Anything in direct contact with the evaporator is subject to freezing.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Interior Shelves NOTICE REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTERIOR SHELVES Make sure the shelves are inserted fully into the unit. The edge strip toward the rear prevents cans and bottles from freezing against the cold evaporator. 3 1 2 For models equipped with glass shelves having recessed shelf supports, remove the shelves as follows: 1.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Cleaning If any surface discoloring or rusting appears, clean it EXTERIOR CLEANING and a nonabrasive cloth. Always clean with the grain. Vinyl Clad (Black or White) Always finish with Claire® Stainless Steel Polish and Clean surfaces with a mild detergent and warm water solution. Do not use solvent-based or abrasive cleaners.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE High ambient temperature and excessive humidity can also produce frost. ! CAUTION DO NOT use an ice pick or other sharp instrument to help speed up defrosting. These instruments can puncture the inner lining or damage the cooling unit. DO NOT use any type of heater to defrost. Using a heater to speed up defrosting can cause personal injury and damage to the inner lining.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Cleaning Condenser INTERVAL - EVERY SIX MONTHS To maintain operational efficiency, keep the front grille free of dust and lint, and clean the condenser when necessary. Depending on environmental conditions, more or less frequent cleaning may be necessary. ! WARNING Disconnect electric power to the unit before cleaning the condenser. ! WARNING DO NOT touch the condenser fins.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Light Replacement To replace the light bulb in your U-Line unit: NOTICE ALWAYS use a genuine U-Line replacement 120V 10 watt bulb (Part Number 31317) in the light housing. Use of any other bulb within the housing will produce excessive heat, causing damage to the light housing and cabinet interior, and will compromise the precise temperature control of the unit. 1.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Extended Non-Use VACATION/HOLIDAY, PROLONGED SHUTDOWN The following steps are recommended for periods of extended non-use: 1. Remove all consumable content from the unit. 2. Disconnect the power cord from its outlet/socket and leave it disconnected until the unit is returned to service. 3. If ice is on the evaporator, allow ice to thaw naturally. 4. Clean and dry the interior of the unit.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Troubleshooting • Evaporator: Refrigerant flowing through an evaporator may sound like boiling liquid. BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE If you think your U-Line product is malfunctioning, read the CONTROL OPERATION section to clearly understand the function of the control.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Problem Possible Cause and Remedy Product Is Not Cold Enough. Air temperature does not indicate product temperature. See CHECKING PRODUCT TEMPERATURE below. Adjust the temperature to a cooler set point. Ensure unit is not located in excessive ambient temperatures or in direct sunlight. Ensure the door is closing and sealing properly. Ensure the interior light has not remained on too long.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE U-Line Corporation (U-Line) Limited Warranty One Year Limited Warranty For one year from the date of original purchase, this U-Line product warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace any part of the product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship.
LIGHT DOOR SWITCH BLUE BLUE RED BLACK BROWN CONTROL WHITE TO COMPRESSOR 42342_A WIRING DIAGRAM BLACK GROUND: GREEN or GREEN W/ YELLOW WHITE BLACK-HOT (SMOOTH) BLACK-NEUTRAL (RIBBED) 115 VOLT PLUG PLUG RELAY NEUTRAL HOT EMBRACO COMPRESSOR 220-240 VOLT GROUND: GREEN or GREEN W/ YELLOW CAP OVERLOAD USER GUIDE u-line.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Product Liability Field service technicians are authorized to make an initial assessment in the event of reported damages. If there are any questions about the process involved, the technician should call U-Line for further explanation. While inspecting for defects or installation issues, photos should be taken to document any damages or issues found.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Warranty Claims warranty status. We also accept the following information to verify warranty status: The following information defines the parameters for filing a warranty claim: • New Construction Occupancy Documents • Valid serial number needed • Valid model number needed • Narda (or equivalent) form or submitted online at www.u-line.
Parts U-1024RS-00A 20 1 2 Item 19 17 8 9 16 Description U-Line P/N 1 Anti tip brackets w/screws 80-54239-00 2 Back panel 80-54204-00 3 Compressor eletricals only 80-54149-00 4 Compressor w/electricals 80-54150-00 5 Condenser assembly 80-54212-00 6 Condenser fan 80-54378-00 7 Control w/knob 80-54202-00 8 Door assembly w/hinges 80-54792-00 9 Gasket, door 80-54213-00 10 Door light, bracket 80-54215-00 11 Drain pan w/double sided tape 80-54217-00 13 14 25 11 6 24 10 3 1
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Ordering Replacement Parts If you have a purchasing account, please utilize our service website to order parts. Orders may also be placed by Fax or phone. See our contact information below: www.U-LineService.com (with service login) FAX Number: +1.414.354.5696 Phone Number: +1.800.779.2547 NOTICE Use only genuine U-Line replacement parts.
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USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Compressor Specifications OVERLOAD PROTECTOR STARTING RELAY ! DANGER C S Electrocution can cause death or serious injury. R Burns from hot or cold surfaces can cause serious injury. Take precautions when servicing RELAY COVER CAPACITOR this unit. Disconnect the power source.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Troubleshooting - Extended NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS All models incorporate rigid foam insulated cabinets to provide high thermal efficiency and maximum sound • Evaporator: Refrigerant flowing through an evaporator may sound like boiling liquid. reduction for its internal working components.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE THEORY OF OPERATION Cooling process Refrigerant is pumped from the compressor to the condenser as a high pressure, high temperature vapor. COMPRESSOR CONDENSER As the refrigerant cools in the high pressure condenser, the vapor condenses to liquid. During this phase change, a great amount of heat is rejected with the help of the DRYER CAPILLARY TUBE EVAPORATOR condenser fan.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Defrost These units are automatic (cycle) defrost unit will defrost itself when the control/sensor is satisfied of internal temperatures. Defrost mode ends when control/sensor asks for cooling.
