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USER GUIDE SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE. SINCE 1962. 2000 Series 2218R 18" Solid Door Refrigerator • •...
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Contents Intro Extended Non-Use Safety Service Safety and Warning Troubleshooting Disposal and Recycling Warranty Installation Environmental Requirements Electrical Cutout Dimensions Product Dimensions Side by Side Installation...
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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.
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.
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 model is intended for indoor/interior applications only and is not to be used in installations that are open/ exposed to natural elements.
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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.
SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Cutout Dimensions PREPARE SITE Your U-Line product has been designed exclusively for a built-in installation. When built-in, your unit does not require additional air space for top, sides, or rear.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Side-by-Side Installation Hinge-by-Hinge Installation (Mullion) When installing two units hinge-by-hinge, 13/16" (22 mm) OTHER SITE REQUIREMENTS is required for integrated models. Additional space may be Side-by-Side Installation needed for any knobs, pulls or handles installed.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Anti-Tip Bracket SIDE MOUNT Left Hinged Cabinet Right Hinged Cabinet CAUTION The anti-tip bracket must be installed to prevent the unit from tipping when doors are fully opened or excess weight is placed on the front of the unit.
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 confirm 2. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to the unit is level.
3. Apply double sided tape to the backside of the integrated grill (plinth strip/base fascia). Use the diagram below for reference. U-Line recommends ™ ™ tape, a high strength bonding tape.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Grille - Plinth Installation REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE (PLINTH STRIP/BASE FASCIA) WARNING Disconnect electric power to the unit before removing the grille (plinth strip/base fascia).
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Swing Wall For Integrated models that are installed adjacent to a wall, 1/4" (6 mm) 1/4" (6 mm) clearance is recommended from wall on hinge side to allow the door to open 90°.
3. Once cover is removed, slide hinge pin into hole as shown. Pin should slide into place, stopping the door at Your U-Line unit was shipped to you with the optional 90° 90°; if the pin does not go into the hole shown, hold pin.
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...
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USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 3. Using T-25 Torx bit loosen screw #1 and remove screw #2 on top and bottom hinge. Slide and remove the door from unit. Completely remove screw #1 on top and bottom.
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.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Control Operation CONTROL FUNCTION GUIDE FUNCTION COMMAND DISPLAY/OPTIONS ON/OFF Press and release Unit will immediately turn ON or OFF. Press and release to leave interior Toggle lights Glass door wine and beverage centers only.
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...
Do not install the unit behind a door. When properly loaded, your U-Line unit will store up to 123 (12 oz. [330 ml]) cans or 79 (12 oz. [330 ml]) bottles. For optimal airflow, leave approximately two inches of space around the fan and one inch around the back wall and lower vents.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Interior Shelves CAUTION REMOVING AND INSTALLING GLASS SHELVES Clips MUST be installed with the ribbed side Adjusting Interior Shelves down. Failure to do so may result in shelf or unit Models equipped with glass shelves have an adjustable damage.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Cleaning Refrigerator Bins - Crisper Bins may be cleaned in a soapy warm water solution. A general household disinfectant, safe for plastics, may be REFRIGERATOR BIN INSTALLATION & REMOVAL used if necessary.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • SERVICE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Integrated Models To clean integrated panels, use household cleaner per the EXTERIOR CLEANING cabinet manufacturer’s recommendation. Stainless Models Stainless door panels and handles can discolor when...
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USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • SERVICE MAINTENANCE NOTICE The drain pan was not designed to capture the water created when manually defrosting. To prevent water from overflowing the drain pan and possibly damaging water sensitive flooring, the unit must be removed from cabinetry.
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 (plinth strip/base fascia) free of dust and lint, and clean the condenser when necessary.
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.
• 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.
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USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 6. After 24 hours, check the temperature of the water. If Problem Possible Cause and Remedy required, adjust the temperature control in a small Digital Display A factory test mode may be enabled.
2. During the initial one year warranty period (two years on Modular 3000 Series) for all U-Line products U-Line 5. U-Line products are designed to operate in ambient shall: (1) repair any product or replace any part of a temperatures between 50°F and 100°F unless...
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ARE DISCLAIMED. U-Line’s sole liability and your exclusive remedy under this warranty are set forth in the paragraphs above. U-Line shall have no liability whatsoever for any incidental, consequential or special damages arising from the sale, use or installation of...
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