USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL Outdoor Collection ● UONB115/UONP115 ● 15” Nugget Ice Machine
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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 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 and Warning ! WARNING NOTICE CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Please read all instructions before installing, This product contains chemicals known to the operating, or servicing the appliance. state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow www.P65warnings.CA.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 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. If the unit is being removed from service for disposal, check and obey all federal, state, and local regulations regarding the disposal and recycling of refrigeration appliances, and follow these steps completely: 1. Remove all consumable contents from the unit. 2.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Environmental Requirements 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. For best performance, keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heat generating equipment. In climates where high humidity and dew points are present, condensation may appear on outside surfaces. This is considered normal.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 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. Altering, cutting or removing power cord, removing power plug, or direct wiring can cause serious injury, fire, loss of property and/or life, and will void the warranty.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Cutout & Product Dimensions 14 15⁄16” (379 mm) 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, FRONT and clearance is required for an electrical connection in 28” (711 mm) 34 1⁄8” to 35 1⁄8” (867 mm to 892 mm) the rear.
USER GUIDE Side-by-Side Installation u-line.com 3. Place bracket over holes and attach to unit with two screws removed in step 2 using a T-25 Torx driver. Two units may be installed side-by-side. Cutout width for a side-by-side installation is the cutout Tighten screws fully. 4. Gently push units into position. Be careful not to dimension of a single unit times two. No trim kit is required. However, 1/4" (6 mm) of space entangle the electrical cord or water line, if applicable. 5.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Water Hookup ! CAUTION PREPARE PLUMBING The water valve uses a standard 1/4" (6.35 mm) compression fitting. U-Line recommends using accessory water hook up kit – part # 80-54674-00. The kit includes a 10' (3 m) braided flexible water supply line and a brass Do not use any plastic water supply line. The line is under pressure at all times. Plastic may crack or rupture with age and cause damage to your home. hose fitting.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 1. Turn off water supply and disconnect electrical supply to 5. Turn on water supply and check for leaks. product prior to attempting installation. 6. Reinstall back panel. 2. Remove the back panel. 3. Thread water line through back panel hole (with bushing). 4. Locate water valve inlet and connect to valve.
USER GUIDE Drain u-line.com GRAVITY DRAIN Model numbers including “CL” or “NB” do not include a factory installed drain pump. Normal Proper Drain Model numbers including “CP” or “NP” include a factory installed drain pump. With Trap Poor Drainage, Water Will Back Up DRAIN CONNECTION ! CAUTION With Trap and Vent Proper Drain If your U-Line unit did not come with a factory installed drain pump you must use a gravity style drain connection.
USER GUIDE u-line.com FACTORY INSTALLED DRAIN PUMP Y-Branch Tailpiece P60 Pump Required If your drain line will run up to a stand pipe, disposal or Air Gap (Optional Hook-Up) spigot assembly, or does not otherwise meet the requirements for a gravity drain, you may have ordered a pre-installed U-Line P60 drain pump. Waste If you need to install a P60 drain pump into your unit, see 6KXW 2ɞ Valve DRAIN PUMP section in the User Manual.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 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). 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 unit into position. Be careful not to entangle the electrical cord or water line, if applicable. 5.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 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 or water and drain lines, if level. Level should applicable. be placed along top edge and side edge 3. Re-check the leveling, from front to back and side to as shown. side. Make any necessary adjustments.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Grille Installation REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE ! WARNING Disconnect electric power to the unit before removing the grille. When using the unit, the grille 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. Loosen the two screws (1). 3. Remove grille (2) from unit. Installing the grille 1.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Door Swing Wall 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 models require 2-1/8" (54 mm) door clearance to accommodate the handle if installed next to a wall.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Door Adjustments 6. Tighten top hinge screws and replace hinge cover. HINGE COVER Hinge cover included with the literature bag is optional. Reversing the Door To install hinge cover: Location of the unit may make it desirable to mount the 1. Press hinge cover squarely over hinge. door on the opposite side of the cabinet. Hinge Cover The hinge hardware will be removed and reinstalled on the opposite side of the cabinet.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Prepare door for reinstallation: 1. Remove gasket. This will reveal mounting holes for the magnet assembly. 2. Remove magnet assembly from door with T-10 TORX driver. Be sure to only remove the two screws holding the assembly to the door. Reinstall on the opposite end 3. Remove door by tilting forward and lifting door off of the door. bottom hinge. Retain shoulder washers; they will be reused. 3.
USER GUIDE u-line.com First Use Initial startup requires no adjustments. See CONTROL OPERATION section for more details. NOTICE U-Line recommends discarding the ice produced during the first two to three hours of operation to avoid possible dirt or scale that may dislodge from the water line. When plugged in, the unit will begin operating under the factory default settings. If the unit was turned off during installation, simply press and the unit will immediately switch on.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Control Operation CONTROL FUNCTION GUIDE FUNCTION COMMAND NOTES ON/OFF Press and release Unit will immediately turn ON or OFF. Press and hold for 5 seconds and Enable Sabbath Mode The oF / oC symbol will flash briefly after 5 seconds. Interior light and display will go dark and remain so release. until user resets mode - unit continues to operate. Disable Sabbath Mode Press and release.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Ice The Nugget Ice Machine produces cylindrical bits of compressed ice approximately 3/4” x 1/2”. Ice is produced until the machine senses the bin is full. As ice slowly melts in the bin, the level of ice drops and ice production resumes. This ensures a constant supply of fresh ice is always available.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Airflow and Product Loading NOTICE The unit requires proper airflow to perform at its highest efficiency. Do not block the front grille at any time, or the unit will not perform as expected. Do not install the unit behind a door.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Cleaning Using abrasive pads such as ScotchBrite™ will EXTERIOR CLEANING become blurred. cause the graining in the stainless steel to Vinyl Clad (Black or White) Models Clean surfaces with a mild detergent and warm water Rust not cleaned up promptly can penetrate the solution. Do not use solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. surface of the stainless steel and complete Use a soft sponge and rinse with clean water. Wipe with a removal of the rust may not be possible.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Under normal conditions cleaning should be done when the display shows CL. You may initiate a cleaning cycle at any time by pressing and holding the clean button for 10 seconds. Cl Cleaning Process (approximate time: 40 minutes) 01 will appear in the display indicating the start of the cleaning process. You may override 1. Press and Hold CL in the display without cleaning by a. pressing and holding the up, down, & light button for 10 c. Remove all ice in bin d.
USER GUIDE 4. u-line.com 04 will appear in the display a. The machine will circulate the solution, cleaning and sanitizing the internal components, for approximately 20 minutes b. While the machine is circulating the cleaning solution, use the remaining cleaning solution and a sponge to wipe down the inside of the ice bin and scoop. Rinse thoroughly with clean water 5. When 05 appears in the display, 3 soft tones will sound, indicating the cleaning phase is complete a.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 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. NOTICE DO NOT use any type of cleaner on the condenser unit. Condenser may be cleaned using a vacuum, soft brush, or compressed air. 1.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Extended Non-Use VACATION/HOLIDAY, PROLONGED SHUTDOWN For questions regarding winterization, please The following steps are recommended for periods of call U-Line at 800.779.2547. extended non-use: ! CAUTION 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. Damage caused by freezing temperatures is not covered by the warranty. Do not put anti-freeze in your unit.
USER GUIDE Quick Guide SERVICE MENU u-line.com 21. Model number 22. Light All Segments 23. Activate Defrost/Harvest- press and hold for 3 0. Exit 1. Thermistor 1 temperature not including offsets. 2. Thermistor 2 temperature not including offsets. 3. Thermistor 3 temperature not including offsets. 4. Thermistor 4 temperature not including offsets. 5. Thermistor 1 offset. (+/- 10) 6. Thermistor 2 offset. (+/- 10) 7. Thermistor 3 offset. (+/- 10) 8. Thermistor 4 offset. (+/- 10) 9.
USER GUIDE u-line.com GENERAL BOARD FUNCTIONS ON/OFF Light Change F/C Showroom Mode Press power button and unit will turn on or off. Hold the Down key and Light key. Adjust between settings 0, 1, or 2. Tap Light key to save. Hold Up and Down buttons for 5 seconds. Hold Light and Power buttons for 5 seconds to enter. Unplug to exit. The degree symbol will flash while in Showroom mode. Sabbath Mode Hold Light button for 5 seconds to enter. Tap Light button to exit.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Troubleshooting • Evaporator: Refrigerant flowing through an evaporator may sound like boiling liquid. BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE • Condenser Fan: Air moving through a condenser may be heard. • Running Water: As your unit continues to produce ice you will hear water flowing into the collection chambers and running through the evaporator. If you think your U-Line product is malfunctioning, read the CONTROL OPERATION section to clearly understand the function of the control.
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USER GUIDE Reference Diagrams u-line.com 4. Remove cable tie and disconnect door switch (plunger switch) lead. ! DANGER Electrocution can cause death or serious injury. Burns from hot or cold surfaces can cause serious injury. Take precautions when servicing this unit. Disconnect the power source. Do not stand in standing water when working around electrical appliances. Make sure the surfaces you touch are not hot or frozen.
USER GUIDE 6. u-line.com At the back of the unit, 11. Cut cable tie from wires and disconnect bin thermistor squeeze grommet on wire (BIN TEMP). power cord and push cord through opening. 7. Take out 14 screws to remove upper and lower back panels. 11 8. On top of reservoir, disconnect waterline coming from inlet valve. 9. Loosen hose clamp and disconnect ice transport tube, 12. Disconnect cabinet from base. a. Remove 3 screws from each side of cabinet remove hose clamp. b.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Reference Diagrams 6. Remove M6 socket head allen screw 7. Remove compression nozzle retainer DISASSEMBLE EVAPORATOR MODULE 8. Remove compression nozzle 6 Remove Gear Motor and Auger 1. Unplug the gear motor (three connectors) 2. Remove ground screw connection. 7 8 3. 9. Remove main housing • Disconnect vent line from T fitting Remove gear motor 9 a. Remove M6 allen screw, retainer, spacer and key b. Remove two M6x90 allen screws c. Pull gear motor from auger d.
USER GUIDE u-line.com EVAPORATOR 1. 3. 4. Install compression nozzle • Remove and inspect compression nozzle O-ring seal replace if damaged in any way Remove and inspect main housing O-ring seal. Re• place if damaged in any way 2. 7. Clean O-ring groove. Lubricate O-ring with Petrol-gel Clean O-ring groove. Lubricate O-ring with Petrol-gel and reinstall. and reinstall. a. Install compression nozzle Use cardboard disc to press new mating ring into main b.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 11. Use screwdriver to orient auger shaft to align with 16. Install screw and tighten motor shaft keyway 12. Install key into keyway 12 11 17. Plug in gear motor 13. Install spacer, ensure that key is captured in slot • BLUE to BLUE • BLACK to BLACK • WHITE to WHITE • Connect ground wire with ground screwemove 13 14. Insert screwdriver into groove of auger shaft and pry shaft outwards 15. Insert retainer into groove, ensure that retainer is aligned with hole in spacer.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 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 Warranty Claims The following information defines the parameters for filing a warranty claim: Units must be registered prior to warranty submittal. Customers may register at www.U-Line.com. A proof of purchase is required. We also accept the following information to update warranty: • Valid serial number needed • Valid model number needed • Claims must be submitted online at www.U-LineService.com • u-line.
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USER GUIDE u-line.com Ordering Replacement Parts Parts may be ordered online at www.U-Line.com See our contact information below: www.U-LineService.com (with service login) Phone Number: +1.800.779.2547 NOTICE Use only genuine U-Line replacement parts. The use of non-U-Line parts can reduce speed of ice production, cause water to overflow from ice maker mold, damage the unit, and void the warranty. Warranty parts will be shipped at no charge after U-Line confirms warranty status.
USER USER GUIDE GUIDE u-line.com u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE R-600A Specifications Gloves and Eye Protection must be used. For R-600a refrigerant service tips and more videos, go to: www.u-line.com/videos. ! WARNING Flammability warnings for a pure-iso-butane refrigerant. R-600a is considered non-toxic, but is flammable when mixed with air. Keep a dry powder type fire extinguisher in the work area.
USER USER GUIDE GUIDE u-line.com u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE ! WARNING Only skilled and well trained service technicians permitted to service R-600a equipped products. R-600A SPECIFICATIONS/LABELING R-600a equipped products are labeled (both the unit and the compressor). R-600a is colorless and odorless. All tools and equipment must be approved for use with R-600a refrigerant.
USER GUIDE GUIDE USER u-line.com u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Evacuate/reclaim via the piecing pliers to ensure the When re-brazing, the system must be purged with dry system is empty of R-600a before any system work is nitrogen and at least one access point open to the performed. atmosphere. When re-brazing, proper ventilation is required along with constant monitoring for the presence of R600a refrigerant.
USER GUIDE GUIDE USER u-line.com u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE The low side of the refrigeration system (evaporator, Proper ventilation during service is required. compressor and suction line) must be leak tested with the compressor off (equalized pressure). Never apply a torch to a charged R-600a refrigeration system. RECHARGING No air is ever to be allowed inside the refrigeration system (R-600a refrigerant or dry nitrogen only).
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USER GUIDE USER u-line.com u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Compressor Specifications ! DANGER OVERLOAD PROTECTOR Electrocution can cause death or serious injury. Burns from hot or cold surfaces can cause serious injury. Take precautions when servicing R S C this unit. STARTING RELAY Disconnect the power source. RELAY COVER ULIN_0576_AW Do not stand in standing water when working around electrical appliances.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Troubleshooting - Extended Listed below are common refrigeration components with a SPECIFIC ERRORS AND ISSUES Your product may not contain all the components listed. The advanced diagnostic capabilities of the electronic controls utilized on the 1, 3, and 5 Class units allow for brief description of the normal sounds they make. NOTE: • sound that may be heard when it operates. easy and thorough troubleshooting.
USER GUIDE u-line.com MAIN CONTROL Check Voltage At Wall Outlet The main control board is very robust and is rarely the cause of system issues. It is important to fully diagnose No Voltage Alert Customer Of Power Failure No Voltage Replace Power Cord No Continuity Replace Fuse Voltage the board for any suspected failures before attempting to remove the board for replacement or service.
USER GUIDE Relay & DC Outputs One of the primary functions of the main control is to operate the multiple relay and DC outputs during each cycle. Verify proper operation of these relays using the following procedure. 1. Enter “Relay Toggle” through the service menu. u-line.com PLUNGER SWITCH A plunger switch is used to monitor door state. When the door is closed it comes into contact with the plunger which closes a circuit which turns the light and display off.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Control Operation-Service CONTROL FUNCTION GUIDE UI BUTTON LAYOUT 1 1. 2 3 4 5 6 Hidden Button -Access Service Menu -No LED directly above. All LEDs turn on with button 2.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SERVICE MODE GUIDE SERVICE MODE GUIDE 0. Exit 1. Thermistor 1 temperature not including offsets. 2. Thermistor 2 temperature not including offsets. 3. Thermistor 3 temperature not including offsets. 4. Thermistor 4 temperature not including offsets. 5. Thermistor 1 offset. (+/- 10) 6. Thermistor 2 offset. (+/- 10) 7. Thermistor 3 offset. (+/- 10) 8. Thermistor 4 offset. (+/- 10) 9. Thermistor 2 set point 10. Thermistor 3 set point. 11. Thermistor 4 set point. 12.
USER GUIDE u-line.com 15. CLEAR ERROR LOG To clear errors, press and hold (5 seconds) when CLR is flashing. 16. THERMISTOR - 1 DIFFERENTIAL This number should not be adjusted 17. Does not apply to this model 18. Does not apply to this model 19. Does not apply to this model 20.
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USER GUIDE Thermistor u-line.com Thermistor Resistance Data Thermistors are used for various temperature readings. Thermistors provide reliable temperature readings using a resistance which varies based on surrounding temperatures. If a faulty thermistor is suspected, it may be tested using an accurate ohmmeter. Thermistor connections must be kept clean.
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. For products installed and used for normal residential use, material cosmetic defects are included in this warranty, with coverage limited to 60 days from the date of original purchase.
