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USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL
SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE
RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE. SINCE 1962.
1000 Series
1024R
24" Refrigerator

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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE. SINCE 1962. 1000 Series 1024R 24" Refrigerator • •...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Contents Service Intro Troubleshooting Safety Warranty Safety and Warning Service Extended Disposal and Recycling Wire Diagram Installation Product Liability Environmental Requirements Warranty Claims Electrical Parts...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4: Safety And Warning

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Safety and Warning DANGER NOTICE This unit contains R600a (Isobutane) which is a Please read all instructions before installing, flammable hydrocarbon. It is safe for regular operating, or servicing the appliance.
  • Page 5: Disposal And Recycling

    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.
  • Page 6: Environmental Requirements

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 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.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8: Cutout Dimensions

    SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 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.
  • Page 9: Product Dimensions

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Product Dimensions Not Including Handle 23-1/4" (591 mm) 34-1/8" to 35-1/8" (867 mm to 892 mm) 24" (610 mm) 3-9/16" (91 mm) Product Dimensions 1...
  • Page 10: Side By Side Installation

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Side-by-Side Installation 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.
  • Page 11: Anti-Tip Bracket

    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).
  • Page 12: General Installation

    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.
  • Page 13: Grille / Plinth Installation

    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. When using the unit, the grille (plinth strip/base fascia) must be installed.
  • Page 14: Door Swing

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Swing Wall Wall 1/4" Min. 2-1/8" Min. (6 mm) (54 mm) Door Swing Door Swing Units have a zero clearance for the door to open 90°, when installed adjacent to cabinets.
  • Page 15: 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 NOTE: Threaded pin will be inserted from the bottom.
  • Page 16: Door Adjust

    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.
  • Page 17 USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 3. Remove door by tilting forward and lifting door off 3. Rotate gasket 180°, aligning notch with plunger bottom hinge. Retain shoulder washers; they will be bracket and pressing firmly into the gasket channel reused.
  • Page 18 USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE SHIFTING WINE RACK SPACERS (OPTIONAL) 5. Place the spacer in between the liner and slide. NOTICE Only perform these steps if you require wine rack clearance with a 90° door opening. Doors which are allowed to open past 90°...
  • Page 19: Free Standing Kit

    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.
  • Page 20: First Use

    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.
  • Page 21: Airflow And Product Loading

    Anything in direct contact with the evaporator is subject to freezing. When properly loaded, your U-Line unit will store up to 185 (12 oz. [330 ml]) cans or 123 (12 oz. [330 ml]) bottles.
  • Page 22: Interior Shelves

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Interior Shelves NOTICE Make sure the shelves are inserted fully into the REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTERIOR unit. SHELVES The edge strip toward the rear prevents cans and bottles from freezing against the cold evaporator.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • SERVICE MAINTENANCE Cleaning If any surface discoloring or rusting appears, clean it ® ® quickly with Bon-Ami or Barkeepers Friend Cleanser EXTERIOR CLEANING and a nonabrasive cloth. Always clean with the grain.
  • Page 24 USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • SERVICE MAINTENANCE 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.
  • Page 25: Cleaning Condenser

    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.
  • Page 26: Light Replacement

    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.
  • Page 27: Extended Non-Use

    If the unit will be exposed to temperatures of 40°F (5°C) or less, the steps above must be followed. For questions regarding winterization, please call U-Line at +1.800.779.2547. CAUTION Damage caused by freezing temperatures is not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 28: 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 • Condenser Fan: Air moving through a condenser may the CONTROL OPERATION section to clearly understand be heard.
  • Page 29 USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE • Temperature setting. Problem Possible Cause and Remedy Product Is Not Air temperature does not indicate product Cold Enough. temperature. See CHECKING PRODUCT • Ambient temperature where installed.
  • Page 30: Warranty 1

    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.
  • Page 31: Wire Diagram

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Wire Diagram Wire Diagram 1...
  • Page 32: Product Liability

    The part that caused the damage must be returned to U-Line in its entirety. The part must be clearly labeled with the serial number of the unit it was removed from, the date, and the servicer who removed the part.
  • Page 33: Warranty Claims

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Warranty Claims warranty status. We also accept the following information to verify warranty status: The following information defines the parameters for filing a warranty claim: •...
  • Page 34: Parts

    Parts U-1024RS-00A Item Description U-Line P/N Anti tip brackets w/screws 80-54239-00 Back panel 80-54204-00 Compressor eletricals only 80-54149-00 Compressor w/electricals 80-54150-00 Condenser assembly 80-54212-00 Condenser fan 80-54378-00 Control w/knob 80-54202-00 Door assembly w/hinges 80-54792-00 Gasket, door 80-54213-00 10 Door light, bracket...
  • Page 35: Ordering Replacement Parts

    Warranty parts will be shipped at no charge after U-Line confirms warranty status. Please provide the model, serial number, part number and part description. Some parts will require color or voltage information.
  • Page 36: System Diagnosis Guide

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE System Diagnosis Guide REFRIGERATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS GUIDE System Suction Suction Compressor Condenser Capillary Evaporator Wattage Condition Pressure Line Discharge Tube Normal Normal Slightly below Very hot...
  • Page 37: Compressor Specifications

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Compressor Specifications OVERLOAD PROTECTOR STARTING RELAY DANGER Electrocution can cause death or serious injury. Burns from hot or cold surfaces can cause serious injury. Take precautions when servicing...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting Extended

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Troubleshooting - Extended NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS • Evaporator: Refrigerant flowing through an evaporator All models incorporate rigid foam insulated cabinets to may sound like boiling liquid.
  • Page 39 USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE THEORY OF OPERATION Cooling process Refrigerant is pumped from the compressor to the condenser as a high pressure, high temperature vapor. COMPRESSOR CONDENSER As the refrigerant cools in the high pressure condenser, DRYER the vapor condenses to liquid.
  • Page 40: Defrost

    USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Defrost These units are automatic (cycle) defrost unit will defrost itself when the control/sensor is satisfied of internal temperatures. Defrost mode ends when control/sensor asks for cooling.

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