U-Line 1224RF Installation manual

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1000 Series •1224RF •24" Refrigerator / Freezer
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Contents
Intro
Safety
Safety and Warning
RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE. SINCE 1962.

Disposal and Recycling
Installation
Environmental
Requirements
Electrical
Cutout Dimensions
Product Dimensions
Side by Side Installation
Anti-Tip Bracket
General Installation
Grille / Plinth Installation
Door Swing
Door Stop
Door Adjust
Free Standing Kit
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
Remove Fan and Cover
Operating Instructions
First Use
Control Operation
Sabbath Mode
Airflow and Product Loading
Interior Shelves
Maintenance
Cleaning
Cleaning Condenser
Extended Non-Use
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,
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to five continents for over two decades and is proud to have the opportunity to ship to you.
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GENERAL INQUIRIES
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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.
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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
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
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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Electrical 1
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.
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
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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 needs to be maintained between the units to
ensure unobstructed door swing.
Units must operate from separate, properly grounded
electrical receptacles placed according to each unit’s
electrical specifications requirements.
Side-by-Side Installation with Bracket
1. Slide both units out so screws on top of units are
easily accessible.
2. Remove screws as shown 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 units into position. Be careful not to
entangle the electrical cord or water line, if
applicable.
5. 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.
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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.
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
LEVELING INFORMATION
1. Use a level to
confirm the unit is
level. Level should
be placed along top
edge and side edge
as shown.
1
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 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.
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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.
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Door Swing
Wall Wall
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. Allow for additional space for
any knobs or pulls installed on the integrated
panel/frame.
90
Door Swing
90
Door Swing
2-1/8
" Min.
(54
mm
)
1
/4" Min.
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Door Stop
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 freely without a fixed opening angle
limitation. If you would like the door stop at 90° follow
these instructions.
NOTICE
The pin is designed to stop the door at 90° under
normal operating conditions. It is not designed
for excessive force. Do not use the door to move
the unit in/out of the cutout during installation.
If your unit is already undercounter, it might
need to be moved out/forward to access the
hinge.
1. Locate the threaded pin.
2. With the door between 0° (closed) and 90° and
using a 3/32" hex driver, install the threaded pin
through the hinge.
3. On 24" models, a second pin is included for the
bottom hinge. Repeat steps above for second
hinge.
NOTE: Threaded pin will be inserted from the bottom.
4. Carefully slide your unit back in place.
NOTICE
The pin can be removed to return the door swing
back to its original state by unscrewing the
threaded pin.
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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). Carefully examine
the door’s gasket to ensure that it is firmly in
contact with the cabinet. Also make sure the
door gasket is not pinched on the hinge side of
the door.
TO ALIGN AND ADJUST THE DOOR
Remove grille:
Remove the grille (see GRILLE-PLINTH INSTALLATION
section of this guide).
1. Loosen (do not remove) top and bottom hinge
screws.
2. Align door squarely with cabinet.
3. Make sure gasket is firmly in contact with cabinet
all the way around the door (no gaps).
4. Tighten bottom hinge screws.
5. Tighten top hinge screws.
REVERSING THE DOOR
Location of the unit may make it desirable to mount
the door on the opposite side of the cabinet.
The hinge hardware will be removed and installed on
the opposite side of the cabinet.
TO REVERSE THE DOOR
Remove grille:
Remove the grille (see GRILLE-PLINTH INSTALLATION
section of this guide).
Remove top hinge and door:
1. Hold door to keep it from falling.
2. Remove top hinge from cabinet by removing three
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3. Remove door by tilting forward and lifting door off
bottom hinge. Retain shoulder washers; they will
be reused.
4. Remove four screws from hinge holes on the
opposite side. Reinstall into holes where the hinge
was removed. Take care not to scratch cabinet.
Remove and reinstall bottom hinge:
1. Remove bottom hinge from cabinet by removing
three screws.
2. Remove corresponding screws on opposite side of
cabinet.
3. Flip hinge plate over and reinstall on opposite side.
Prepare door for reinstallation:
1. Remove gasket. This will reveal mounting holes for
the magnet assembly
2. Remove plunger bracket 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 of the door
3. Rotate gasket 180°, aligning notch with magnet
assembly and pressing firmly into the gasket
channel starting at the corners.
4. Rotate door 180° to reverse.
Install top hinge and door:
1. Use alternate hinge supplied with unit and reinstall
the screws. Do not tighten..
2. Lift the door on to the bottom hinge.
3. Align flat edge of the hinge with the outer edge of
the unit.
4. Tighten three screws.
Align and adjust the door:
Align and adjust the door (see DOOR ALIGNMENT AND
ADJUSTMENT).
Install grille:
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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
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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 .