Installation Guide 75R Refrigerator, 75WC Wine Captain® and 75BEV Beverage Center www.U-LineService.com Phone (414) 354-0300 • FAX (414) 354-7905 Service & Parts Tech Lines Phone (800) 779-2547 • FAX (414) 354-5696 OnlineService@U-Line.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models Contents Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cut-Out Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Product Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Swing/Clearances Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reversing the Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models General Precautions 2 Inspect and Plan Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow these general precautions along with those listed throughout this guide: You have received a carton containing your 75R Refrigerator, 75WC Wine Captain® or 75BEV Beverage Center with a package inside containing a User Manual and a Product Registration Card. Complete and mail the Product Registration Card or register online at www.U-LineService.com.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models Exterior Cleaning 3 Prepare Site (As Required) 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 electrical connection in the rear. Black and White Models: • Black and White surfaces may be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water solution.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models Product Dimensions Door Swing/Clearances Information Black and White 75R units have a zero clearance for the door to open 90° (see Figure 3). Stainless 75R and 75WC units require a minimum of 9/16", Black 75WC units require a minimum of 3/16" and 75BEV units require a minimum of 2" door clearance to accommodate the handle if the unit is installed next to a wall or similar type of structure.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models Reversing the Door 6. Remove pivot screw from bottom hinge, invert screw and reinstall pivot screw in hinge. See Figure 6. (75R Units Only) 7. Install bottom hinge on cabinet, opposite side, aligning flat edge of hinge with outer edge of unit. Partially tighten screws. See Figure 8. All units may be left- or right-hand opening (75BEV units cannot be field-reversed). Black and White 75R Units Note: The grille should not yet be installed.
5R, 75WC and 75BEV Models Stainless 75R Units and All 75WC Units Other Site Requirements Note: The grille should not yet be installed. If it has been installed, remove it for door reversing. See Page 11. Power Supply The unit requires a grounded and polarized 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 15A circuit (normal household current). See Electrical Specifications on Page 10.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models 4 Prepare/Install Door Panel or Prepare Racks Three types of custom treatments may be involved in your installation: • 75R Refrigerators will accept a Custom 1/4" Thick Insert to harmonize with or accent the surrounding decor. • 75BEV Beverage Centers are equipped with two mapletrimmed wine racks that are coated at the factory with a clear vinyl sealer, which will adequately protect the wood in normal usage.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models Staining Wood Trim a Different Color CAUTION To prevent permanent damage to the inner liner of the Beverage Center, the wine rack wood trim MUST be removed from the unit for staining and/or finishing. Allow stain/finish to dry thoroughly (at least 24 hours per coat) in accordance with the stain/finish manufacturer’s instructions prior to re-installing the wood trim inside the cabinet of the Beverage Center.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models 5 Adjust Door 6 Prepare Power Supply Electrical Specifications Checking Door Alignment CAUTION The unit’s door is aligned at the factory before shipment. However, its alignment could have been disturbed during shipment or during door panel installation. Electrical installation must observe all state and local codes. This unit requires connection to a grounded (threeprong), polarized receptacle that has been placed by a qualified electrician.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models 7 Level the Unit 8 Install the Unit Leveling Information Installation of the 75R/75WC/75BEV Note: It is recommended that the unit is level. 1. Plug in the power cord. 1. Use a level to check the levelness of the unit from front to back and from side to side. Level should be placed along top edge and side edge as shown (see Figure 19). 2. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to entangle the electrical cord. 3.
75R, 75WC and 75BEV Models 4. Place the two hook-hinges (located on the rear bottom side of the grille) onto the front lip of the unit base. Swing the grille up into position, aligning the grille screw hole on the grille to the grille screw hole on the cabinet. See Figure 22. 9 Start-Up for the First Time Initial Start-Up The unit is shipped with the control preset to a mid-point setting between 4 and 5. Assure that setting was not altered in shipment.
Who to Call Service Information If the need for service arises, contact the dealer from whom the unit was purchased. State the Model Number and Serial Number and explain the problem. The Model and Serial Number plate is located inside unit at upper right hand corner. If you need to locate a service company, you can go online at www.U-LineService.com and search for a service company by zip code.