Summary of Contents for U-Line Captain 1000 Series
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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 1024WC 24" Single Zone Wine Captain Model ® • •...
Grille / Plinth Installation Compressor Specifications Door Swing Troubleshooting Extended Door Stop Defrost Door Adjust Wood Trim Finishing Free Standing Kit Operating Instructions First Use Airflow and Product Loading U-Line Wine Guide Recommended Wine Storage Maintenance Cleaning Cleaning Condenser Wine Rack 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 NOTICE Please read all instructions before installing, operating, or servicing the appliance. Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow...
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 for either free- standing or 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 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.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Anti-Tip Bracket FLOOR MOUNTED ANTI-TIP INSTALLATION 1. Locate two anti-tip brackets included in the kit. 1. Slide unit out so screws on top of unit are easily accessible.
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USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 4. Remove the unit. Using a square, extend center line 5. Place the anti-tip brackets on the floor against the line “B” (see chart below). This line serves as the back drawn for the outer edge.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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°...
Not following this warning may cause the inner liner of the unit to have a permanent odor, which the warranty will not cover. ® U-Line recommends Minwax Brand Water Based Stains ® and Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish.
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.
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.
Anything in direct contact with the evaporator is subject to freezing. When properly loaded, your U-Line unit will store up to 48 (750 ml) bottles of wine. Airflow and Product Loading 1...
YOUNG wine OLD wine LIGHT-BODIED wine FULL-BODIED wine Any step back in quality will be noticed. If a fine wine is tasted prior to a lesser wine, many of the fine wine’s subtle qualities may be missed. U-Line Wine Guide 1...
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Great Bordeaux’s may have as much as a 10-year plateau before fading. Myth 4: Wine color does not change with aging. Truth: As red wines age they get lighter in color while whites get darker. U-Line Wine Guide 2...
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Wines can become flat or tired when voids and vacuums are created inside the wine bottle. In order to create voids and vacuums within a liquid, aggressive motion or shaking of the wine bottle would have to occur. U-Line Wine Guide 3...
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Approximately 45°F (7°C) Sparkling ® Wine Captain Models - A Touch of Elegance In 1985 U-Line was the first North American appliance manufacturer to develop a residential wine storage unit, ® ® the Wine Captain . Each U-Line Wine Captain...
Specially designed horizontal wine racks properly position the bottles so the wine remains in contact with the cork, which ensures the cork does not become dry. U-Line recommends arranging wine bottles as shown in the illustrations below. Racks 1 through 5:...
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.
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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.
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.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Wine Rack Installation To remove rack from the cabinet: 1. Remove any bottles stored on the rack. 2. Grasp the end of the rack and gently slide it out until it stops.
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.
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 Causes which affect the internal temperatures of Problem Possible Cause and Remedy the cabinet include: Product Is Not Air temperature does not indicate product • Temperature setting.
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.
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.
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: •...
Parts U-1024WCS-00B Item Description U-Line P/N Anti tip brackets w/screws 80-54221-00 Back panel 80-54204-00 Compressor electricals only 80-54227-00 Compressor w/electricals 80-54226-00 Condenser assembly 80-54212-00 Condenser fan w/screws 80-54014-00 Control assembly 80-54228-00 Door assembly w/hinges 80-54224-00 Gasket, door 80-54213-00 10 Door light, bracket...
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.
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...
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...
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.
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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.
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.