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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 NOTICE Please read all instructions before installing, operating, or servicing the appliance.
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 unit is designed to operate between 50°F (10°C) and 100°F (37°C). High ambient temperatures (100°F [37°C] or higher) may reduce the unit’s ability to reach low temperatures. For best performance, keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heat generating equipment.
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 CUT-OUT DIMENSIONS Follow the cut-out drawing. The 24-1/4" (616 mm) width allows 1/4" (6 mm) for ease in installation and removal of Your U-Line product has been designed for either free- the unit. When the unit is properly centered the gap on standing or built-in installation. When built-in, your unit each side will be 1/8".
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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 screws. 1215 models only have three screws, but same screws are used in both applications. FLOOR MOUNTED ANTI-TIP INSTALLATION 1.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 4. Remove the unit. Using a square, extend center line 5. Place the anti-tip brackets on the floor against the line “B” (see chart below). This line serves as the back drawn for the outer edge. Mark spots for the screw edge for the anti-tip brackets. From the center line, holes. measure “A” to the left and right. This line is the outer edge of each bracket.
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 REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE ! WARNING Disconnect electric power to the unit before removing the grille. ! 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. Remove control knob (3). 3. Loosen the screw (1) in the center. 4. Remove grille (2) from unit.
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 bottom hinge from cabinet by removing three screws. Support the door and hinge assembly and Prepare door for reinstallation: 1. Rotate door 180° to reverse. remove it from the cabinet. 2. Remove gasket. This will reveal mounting holes for the door light activation bracket. 3. Remove door light activation bracket from door.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 8. Align flat edge of the hinge with the outer edge of the 3. Reinstall the slide with the original 2 screws. unit. 9. Tighten three screws. 4. Remove 2 screws from the other side. 5. Place the spacer in between the liner and slide. SHIFTING WINE RACK SPACERS (OPTIONAL) NOTICE Only perform these steps if you require wine rack clearance with a 90° door opening.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Wood Trim Finishing The wine rack fronts are solid natural beech wood. They are factory coated with a clear vinyl sealer, which will sufficiently protect the wood in normal use. You may coat the trim with stain and/or a final finish to match surrounding cabinetry.
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 U-Line Wine Guide Guide To Common Styles Of Wine LOOKING BEHIND THE LABEL Red Wines To most, wine is a delicious mystery.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE The Cork: A Mystery on Its Own Common Food and Wine Matches Cork Presentation. The ritual of the presentation of the Foods Wines Fish, Shell Fish, Crab, Oysters Dry White Wines, Light Sparkling or Extra Dry Champagne late 1800’s.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Common Tasting Terms Terminology Description Acidity A critical element of wine that is responsible for preserving the wines freshness. Excess acidity results in an overly tart and sour wine. Balance A desired trait where tannin, fruit and acidity are in total harmony. Wines with good balance tend to age gracefully.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE The Right Temperature for Wine Temperature Wines Approximately 60°F (15°C) Red 50°F - 55°F (10°C -12°C) White Approximately 45°F (7°C) Sparkling Wine Captain® Models - A Touch of Elegance In 1985 U-Line was the first North American appliance manufacturer to develop a residential wine storage unit, the Wine Captain®.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Recommended Wine Storage Specially designed horizontal wine racks properly position the bottles so the wine remains in contact with the cork, which ensures the cork does not become dry. U-Line recommends arranging wine bottles as shown in the illustrations below.
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 Wine Rack Installation To remove rack from the cabinet: 1. Remove any bottles stored on the rack. 2. Grasp the end of the rack and gently slide it out until it stops. 3. Press the left rack release lever down. At the same time, lift the matching right rack release lever up. Pull the rack out until it is free of the tracks and the cabinet. NOTICE Do not remove the track rails from the cabinet.
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 5. During periods of non-use, the cabinet must remain open to prevent formation of mold and mildew. Open STORAGE, VACATION AND MOVING door a minimum of 2 in. (5 cm) to provide the If not using the unit for an extended period, or otherwise necessary ventilation. stored, follow these steps completely: ! WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before servicing.
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 Warranty unit is completed and mailed back or electronically U-LINE CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY apply to cosmetic damages. A proof of purchase may 1. U-Line Corporation (“U-Line”) warrants each U-Line be required. submitted to U-Line.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 7. If a product defect is discovered during the applicable warranty period, you must promptly notify either U-Line at 8900 N. 55th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53223 USA or at +1.800.779.2547 or the dealer from whom you purchased the product. In no event shall such notification be received later than 30 days after the expiration of the applicable warranty period.
