U-Line 1000 SERIES Installation manual

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1000 Series •1224DWR •24" Drawer Model
RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE. SINCE 1962.

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Intro
Safety
Safety and Warning
Disposal and Recycling
Installation
Environmental Requirements
Electrical
Cutout Dimensions
Product Dimensions
Anti-Tip Bracket
General Installation
Grille / Plinth Installation
Drawers
Free Standing Kit
Operating Instructions
First Use
Control Operation
Sabbath Mode
Airflow and Product Loading
Maintenance
Cleaning
Cleaning Condenser
Extended Non-Use
Service
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Service Extended
Wire Diagram
Product Liability
Warranty Claims
Parts
Ordering Replacement Parts
System Diagnosis Guide
Compressor Specifications
Troubleshooting Extended
Control Quick Guide
Thermistor
Defrost

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Introduction 1
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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. U-Line’s complete
product collection includes Wine Captain®Models, Beverage Centers, Clear Ice Machines, Crescent Ice Makers, Glass & Solid
Door Refrigerators, Drawer Models, Freezers, Combo®Models, and more.
U-Line has captivated those with an appreciation for the finer things with exceptional functionality, style, inspired innovations
and attention to even the smallest details. We are known and respected for our unwavering dedication to product design,
quality and selection. U-Line is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and has shipped product to five continents for over
two decades and is proud to have the opportunity to ship to you.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Looking for additional information on your product? User Guides, Spec Sheets, CAD Drawings, Compliance Documentation,
and Product Warranty information are all available for reference and download at u-line.com.
PROPERTY DAMAGE / INJURY CONCERNS
In the unlikely event property damage or personal injury is suspected related to a U-Line product, please take the following
steps:
1. U-Line Customer Care must be contacted immediately at +1.800.779.2547.
2. Service or repairs performed on the unit without prior written approval from U-Line is not permitted. If the unit has been
altered or repaired in the field without prior written approval from U-Line, claims will not be eligible.
GENERAL INQUIRIES
U-Line Corporation
8900 N. 55th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53223 USA
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST
T: +1.414.354.0300
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Email: [e-mail]
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Designed, engineered and assembled in WI, USA

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Safety and Warning 1
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Safety and Warning
NOTICE
Please read all instructions before installing,
operating, or servicing the appliance.
Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow
these general precautions with those listed throughout this
guide:
SAFETY ALERT DEFINITIONS
Throughout this guide are safety items labeled with a
Danger, Warning or Caution based on the risk type:
DANGER
!
Danger means that failure to follow this safety
statement will result in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING
!
Warning means that failure to follow this safety
statement could result in serious personal injury
or death.
CAUTION
!
Caution means that failure to follow this safety
statement may result in minor or moderate
personal injury, property or equipment damage.
DANGER
!
This unit contains R600a (Isobutane) which is a
flammable hydrocarbon. It is safe for regular
use. Do not use sharp objects to expedite
defrosting. Do not service without consulting the
“R600a specifications” section included in the
User Guide. Do not damage the refrigerant
circuit.
WARNING
!
Service must be done by factory authorized
service personnel. Any parts shall be replaced
with like components. Failure to comply could
increase the risk of possible ignition due to
incorrect parts or improper service.

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Disposal and Recycling 1
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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. Unplug the electrical cord from its socket.
3. Remove the door(s)/drawer(s).

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Environmental Requirements 1
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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.
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. The condensation will
evaporate when the humidity drops.
CAUTION
!
Damages caused by ambient temperatures of
40°F (4°C) or below are not covered by the
warranty.

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Electrical 1
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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.
Never use an extension cord to connect power to
the unit.
Always keep your working area dry.
NOTICE
Electrical installation must observe all state and
local codes. This unit requires connection to a
grounded (three-prong), polarized receptacle
that has been placed by a qualified electrician.
The unit requires a grounded and polarized 115 VAC,
60 Hz, 15A power supply (normal household current). An
individual, properly grounded branch circuit or circuit
breaker is recommended. A GFCI (ground fault circuit
interrupter) is usually not required for fixed location
appliances and is not recommended for your unit because
it could be prone to nuisance tripping. However, be sure
to consult your local codes.
See CUTOUT DIMENSIONS for recommended receptacle
location.

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Cutout Dimensions 1
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Cutout Dimensions
PREPARE SITE
Your U-Line product has been designed for either free-
standing 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.
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
4"
(102 mm)
7"
(178 mm)
24"
(610 mm)
24-1/4"
(616 mm)
34-1/4"
(870 mm)
to
35-1/8"
(892 mm)
Preferred location
for electrical outlet
is in adjacent
cabinet. 5/8"
(16 mm)

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Product Dimensions 1
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Product Dimensions
23-1/4"
(591 mm)
34-1/8" to 35-1/8"
(867 mm to 892)
3-7/8" (99 mm) 24"
(610 mm)

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Anti-Tip Bracket 1
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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. Place bracket (part #14154) 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. Check to be sure the unit is level from front to back
and side to side. Make any necessary adjustments.
The unit’s top surface should be approximately 1/8"
(3 mm) below the countertop.
6. Secure bracket into adjoining surface.

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General Installation 1
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General Installation
LEVELING INFORMATION
1. Use a level to confirm
the unit is level. Level
should be placed along
top edge and side edge
as shown.
2. If the unit is not level, adjust the legs on the corners of
the unit as necessary.
3. Confirm the unit is level after each adjustment and
repeat the previous steps until the unit is level.
INSTALLATION TIP
If the room floor is higher than the floor in the cutout
opening, adjust the rear legs to achieve a total unit rear
height of 1/8" (3 mm) less than the opening’s rear height.
Shorten the unit height in the front by adjusting the front
legs. This allows the unit to be gently tipped into the
opening. Readjust the front legs to level the unit after it is
correctly positioned in the opening.
INSTALLATION
1. Plug in the power/electrical cord.
2. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to
entangle the power cord.
3. Re-check the leveling, from front to back and side to
side. Make any necessary adjustments. The unit’s top
surface should be approximately 1/8" (3 mm) below
the countertop.
4. Remove the interior packing material and wipe out the
inside of the unit with a clean, water-dampened cloth.
1
2
1
2
Turn to Adjust

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Grille - Plinth Installation 1
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Grille - Plinth Installation
REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE
WARNING
!
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. Loosen the two screws (1).
3. Remove grille (2) from unit.
Installing the grille
1. Align cabinet and grille holes and secure, but do not
over tighten grille screws (1).
2. Reconnect power to the unit.
2
1

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Drawers 1
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Drawers
CHECKING DRAWER ALIGNMENT
The unit’s drawers are aligned at the factory before
shipment. However, their alignment could have been
disturbed during shipment or during overlay panel
installation. Check each drawer to confirm that it is
aligned:
•Side-to-Side — When viewed from the top, the
drawer front should be square with the sides of the
cabinet.
•Front-to-Back — When viewed from the side, the
drawer front should be straight with the cabinet’s sides,
not cocked forward or back.
•Top-to-Bottom — When viewed from the front, the
drawer should be level horizontally.
ADJUSTING DRAWER ALIGNMENT
WARNING
!
SHOCK HAZARD — The unit must be unplugged
from the wall outlet during drawer removal,
adjustment and re-installation.
DRAWER REMOVAL
1. Confirm that the unit is
unplugged from wall outlet.
2. Unplug the drawer’s
connection wiring (top
drawer only).
3. Remove the mounting
screws.
4. Pull the drawer completely out of the unit.
CAUTION
!
Use care when handling the drawer. Drawer
edges, drawer rail and the unit’s slide may be
sharp.
NOTICE
Drawer adjustments are made by moving the
slide that carries the drawer’s rail. Minor
adjustments may be made by loosening one of
the slide’s mounting screws, adjusting the slide
and retightening the screw. Severe adjustments
may be made by removing the slides’ mounting
screws, drilling new mounting holes and
remounting the slide.
Aligned
Side-to-Side
Aligned
Front-to-Back
Aligned
Top-to-Bottom
Mounting
Screw

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Drawers 2
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SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
The drawer will need a Side-
to-Side Adjustment if, when
viewed from the top, the
drawer front is not square with
the sides of the cabinet. This
is caused by one of the slides
being mounted too far forward
on the unit’s liner.
Minor Adjustment:
Note: The mounting holes on
the slide are slightly larger
than the screws’ diameter.
1. Loosen the slide’s
mounting screws.
2. Push the slide backward.
3. Retighten the screws.
Severe Adjustment:
Note: The slides have extra
mounting holes that may be
used.
1. Remove the slide’s
mounting screws.
2. Reposition the slide so it is
the same distance from
the front of the liner as the other slide. Measure to
confirm.
3. Mark new drilling holes using different sets of mounting
holes on the slide.
Note: Front location holes are shown. Corresponding rear
holes will also need to be marked.
4. Drill all the new holes with a #30 drill bit.
5. Remount the slide.
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
The drawer will need a Front-
to-Back Adjustment if, when
viewed from the side, the
drawer front is cocked
forward or back. This is
caused by the front slide
mountings not being level
with the rear slide mountings.
Minor Adjustment:
Note: The mounting holes on
the slide are slightly larger
than the screws’ diameter.
1. Loosen one slide’s
mounting screws.
2. Level the slide.
3. Retighten the screws.
4. Repeat procedure for the other slide.
Top View of Unit
Not Aligned Side-to-Side
Push Slide
Backward
Loosen
Mounting Screws
Mark and Drill New
Mounting Holes
Push Slide
Backward
Not Aligned Front-to-Back
Side View of Unit
Screws Should
Be Loose
Level the Slide

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Drawers 3
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Severe Adjustment:
Note: The slides have extra mounting holes that may be
used.
1. Loosen one slide’s rear mounting screws.
2. Remove the slide’s front
mounting screws.
3. Reposition the slide so it is
level.
4. Mark new front drilling
holes using a different set
of mounting holes on the slide.
5. Drill the new holes with a #30 drill bit.
6. Remount the slide.
7. Repeat procedure for the other slide.
TOP-TO-BOTTOM (AND LEFT-TO-RIGHT)
ADJUSTMENT
The drawer will need a Top-to-Bottom Adjustment if, when
viewed from the front, the drawer is not level horizontally.
Viewed from the top, one side will protrude. This is caused
by one of the slides being mounted higher than the other
slide on the unit’s liner.
Minor Adjustment:
Note: The mounting holes on the slide are slightly larger
than the screws’ diameter.
1. Loosen one slide’s mounting
screws.
2. Push the slide upward or
downward to match the
position of the other slide.
3. Retighten the screws.
4. Repeat the procedure with the other slide if necessary.
Severe Adjustment:
Note: The slides have extra mounting holes that may be
used.
1. Remove one slide’s
mounting screws.
2. Reposition the slide so it is
the same distance from the
bottom of the liner as the
other slide. Measure to
confirm.
3. Mark new drilling holes using different sets of mounting
holes on the slide.
Note: Front location holes are shown. Corresponding rear
holes will also need to be marked.
4. Drill all the new holes with a #30 drill bit.
5. Remount the slide.
Mark and Drill New
Mounting Holes
Level the Slide
Not Aligned Left-to-Right
Top View of UnitFront View of Unit
Not Aligned
Top-to-Bottom
Push
Slide
Upward
or
Downward
Loosen
Mounting Screws
Mark and Drill New
Mounting Holes
Push Slide
Upward or
Downward

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Drawers 4
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RE-INSTALLATION OF DRAWER
CAUTION
!
Use care when handling the drawer. Drawer
edges, drawer rail and the unit’s slide may be
sharp.
1. Set the drawer’s rails onto the slides.
2. Re-install the rails’ mounting screws.
3. Plug in the drawer’s connection wiring (top drawer
only).

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Free Standing Kit 1
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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).
2. Place shell accessory over front and back of cabinet
base, aligning holes of shell accessory with the holes
on the base. Insert sheet metal screw in back of base.
3. Align front hole with hole in shell accessory, hole in
base, and hole in grille. Tighten screw.

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First Use 1
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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. As warm
air rises, the temperature inside the unit tends
to be slightly warmer at the top and slightly
cooler at the bottom.
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. To turn the unit off, press .

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Control Operation 1
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Control Operation
DOOR ALERT NOTIFICATION
When the door is left open for more than 5 minutes:
• An audible tone will sound for several seconds every
minute.
• “dr” will appear in display.
Close door to silence alert and reset.
Up Down Light Power
Not
Used LED
CONTROL FUNCTION GUIDE
FUNCTION COMMAND DISPLAY/OPTIONS
ON/OFF Press and release Unit will immediately turn ON or OFF.
Toggle lights Press and release to leave interior
light on for 3 hours Glass door wine and beverage centers only.
Adjust refrigerator set
point Press and release When the “F” or “C” in the display is flashing, press to adjust the set point temperature.
View temperature in unit Press together and release The display will flash and then toggle from set point
to temperature in unit.
Toggle between F/C Hold for 5 seconds The display will change units.
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Sabbath Mode 1
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Sabbath Mode
This unit is Star-K certified and offers a Sabbath mode.
Sabbath mode disables system responses to user initiated
activities and all external functions, including lighting,
display and audible alarms. The unit will still maintain
internal temperatures and set points. View a full list of
Star-K certified U-Line units at www.star-k.org.
To enable Sabbath Mode:
1. Press (4) and hold for ten seconds and release (the
°F/°C symbol will flash briefly at the end of the ten
second period).
2. The interior light and control display (3) will go dark
until user resets mode.
3. NOTE: Although the display will not be visible, the
temperature controls in the unit remain active and
preserve the interior temperature.
Sabbath Mode remains active until (4) is quickly
pressed and released.
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