U-Line U-CO1224FB-00B Installation manual

USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL
Model: U-CO1224FB-00B

USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL
Table of Contents
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Intro
Safety
Safety and Warning
Disposal And Recycling
Installation
Environmental Requirements
Electrical
Cutout Dimensions
Product Dimensions
Side by Side Installation
Water Hookup
Anti-Tip Bracket
General Installation
Grille / Plinth Installation
Door Swing
Door Adjust
Maintenance
Free Standing Kit
Cleaning
Cleaning Condenser
Extended Non-Use
Operating Instructions
First Use
Control Operation
Ice
Sabbath Mode
Airflow and Product Loading
Service
Interior Shelves
Troubleshooting
Wire Diagram
Product Liability
Warranty Claims
Parts
Ordering Replacement Parts
System Diagnosis Guide
Compressor Specifications
Troubleshooting Extended
Control Operation - Service
Thermistor
Defrost
Remove Fan and Cover
Replace Ice Maker
Warranty

USER GUIDE
Introduction
WELCOME TO U-LINE
Congratulations on your U-Line purchase. Your product comes from a company with over ve decades of premium modular ice
making, refrigeration, and wine preservation experience. U-Line creates products focused on functionality, style, and inspired
innovations — paying close attention to even the smallest details. Applications include residential, outdoor, ADA height
compliant, marine, and commercial. Complete product categories include Beverage Centers, Wine Refrigerators, Ice Machines,
Refrigerators, Freezers, and Dispensers.
Our advanced refrigeration systems, large and exible capacities, and Built-In to Stand Out®clean integrated look allow you
to preserve the right product, in the right place, at the right temperature. Since 2014, U-Line has been part of the Middleby
family of brands. All products are designed, engineered, and assembled in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, and select products
are available worldwide. U-Line - RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE®.
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 +1.414.354.0300.
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 eld 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
Email: [e-mail]
u-line.com
CONNECT WITH US
SERVICE & PARTS ASSISTANCE
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST
T: +1.800.779.2547
Service Email: [e-mail]
Parts Email: [e-mail]
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.
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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
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
and water line
is in adjacent
cabinet. 5/8"
(16 mm)
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Product Dimensions 1
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Product Dimensions
34-1/8 " to 35-1/8 "
(867 mm to 892 mm)
24 " (610 mm)
3-9/16
" (91 mm)
Not Including Handle
23-1/4
" (591 mm)
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Side-by-Side Installation
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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Door Swing 1
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Water Hookup
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
hose fitting.
CAUTION
!
Plumbing installation must observe all state and
local codes. All water and drain connections
MUST BE made by a licensed/qualified plumbing
contractor. Failure to follow recommendations
and instructions may result in damage and/or
harm.
Water Supply Connection
When connecting the water supply, please note the
following:
• Before installing the unit and connecting to the cold
water supply, review the local plumbing codes.
• The water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi
(138 and 827 kPa).
• The water line MUST have a shut-off valve in the
supply line.
• The water line should be looped into 2 coils. This will
allow the unit to be removed for cleaning and servicing.
Make certain that the tubing is not pinched or damaged
during installation.
WARNING
!
Connect to potable water supply only.
CAUTION
!
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.
Do not use tape or joint compound when
attaching a braided flexible water supply line
that includes a rubber gasket. The gasket
provides an adequate seal – other materials
could cause blockage of the valve.
Failure to follow recommendations and
instructions may result in damage and/or harm,
flooding or void the product warranty.
Use new hose set. Do not reuse old hose set.
CAUTION
!
Turn off water supply and disconnect electrical
supply to unit prior to installation.
Use caution when handling back panel. The
edges could be sharp.
1. Turn off water supply and disconnect electrical supply
to product prior to attempting installation.
2. Remove the back panel.
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Door Swing 2
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3. Locate water valve inlet.
4. Break away filler feature
in bushing with flat
screwdriver.
5. Thread water line
through back panel hole
(with bushing).
6. Locate water valve inlet
and connect to valve.
7. Turn on water supply
and check for leaks.
8. Reinstall back panel.
9. Install retaining clip.
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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
kink the water supply line or 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. Install the anti-tip bracket.
5. Remove interior packing material and wipe out the
inside of the unit with a clean, water-dampened cloth.
1
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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Door Swing 1
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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. Allow for additional space for any
knobs or pulls installed on the integrated panel/frame.
Wall Wall
90
Door Swing
90
Door Swing
2-1/8" Min.
(54 mm)
1/4" Min.
(6 mm)
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Door Adjustments 1
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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
screws. Set aside and save for possible future use.
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Door Adjustments 2
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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:
Install the grille.
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Free Standing Kit 1
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Free Standing Kit
The free standing kit is an optional accessory
(ULAFREESTANDS).It is onlyused when unit is not
installed in surrounding cabinetry. Available at u-line.com
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.
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. To turn the unit off, press and hold for 5
seconds and release.
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