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USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL Model: UACR015-SS01A...
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USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL Click on any section below to jump directly there Table of Contents Intro Parts Ordering Replacement Parts Safety R600a Specifications Safety and Warning System Diagnosis Guide Disposal And Recycling Compressor Specifications Troubleshooting Extended Installation Defrost Environmental Requirements Replace Ice Maker Electrical...
U-Line Customer Care must be contacted immediately at +1.414.354.0300. 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 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. use. Do not use sharp objects to expedite defrosting.
USER GUIDE 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:...
USER GUIDE 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.
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USER GUIDE 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.
Cutout & Product Dimensions 14 ⁄ ” (376 mm) PREPARE SITE Your U-Line product has been designed for either free- standing or built-in installation. When built-in, your unit 27 ¼” 10” does not require additional air space for top, sides, or...
The water valve uses a standard 1/4" (6.35 mm) is under pressure at all times. Plastic may crack compression fitting. U-Line recommends using accessory or rupture with age and cause damage to your water hook up kit – part # ULAWATERHOOKUP. The kit home.
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USER GUIDE 3. Locate water valve inlet. 9. Install retaining clip. 4. Break away filler feature in bushing with flat screwdriver. Remove screwdriver 5. Thread water line through back panel hole (with bushing). 6. Locate water valve inlet and connect to valve. 7.
USER GUIDE General Installation LEVELING INFORMATION NOTICE Because these units do not have leveling legs, it is extremely important that they sit on a level surface. If they are not level, the ice mold will not fill evenly. Use a level to confirm the unit is level.
USER GUIDE Grille Installation REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE WARNING Disconnect electric power to the unit before removing the grille. When using the unit, the grille must be installed. WARNING DO NOT touch the condenser fins. The condenser fins are SHARP and can be easily damaged. Removing the grille Disconnect power to the unit.
USER GUIDE 16-1/2" 16-1/2" 90° 90° Door Swing Door Swing Door Swing Black, White and Wood Overlay Stainless Steel 2175R(F) & 2275WC Models Wall Wall 1/4" Min. 2-1/8" Min. (6 mm) (54 mm) 90° 90° Door Swing Door Swing Integrated Stainless Steel, Black and White 2175BEV This unit requires zero clearance for the door to open 90...
USER GUIDE Door Adjustments TO REVERSE THE DOOR Remove top hinge and door: DOOR ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENT Hold door to keep it from falling. 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 Remove top hinge from cabinet using a Torx T-25 properly, or excessive frost may form in the interior.
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USER GUIDE Remove corresponding screws on opposite side of cabinet. Install bottom hinge on opposite side. Install top hinge: Top Hinge Right Side Top Hinge Left Side Pivot Screw Remove pivot screw from hinge, flip hinge over, and install the pivot screw in the same hole from the opposite surface.
USER GUIDE First Use Initial startup requires no adjustments. NOTICE 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. To turn the unit on or off: Press the rocker switch located inside the door on the front panel, or behind the grille.
USER GUIDE CAUTION ICE MAKER OPERATION NEVER use an ice pick, knife or other sharp When the ice bucket is full, the ice making mechanism will instrument to separate cubes. Shake the ice shut off. However, the refrigeration system will continue bucket instead.
USER GUIDE ICE MAKER ADJUSTMENT 3. Turn the adjusting screw toward the minus (-) sign (clockwise) for smaller cubes or toward the plus (+) Ice Cube Thickness Adjustment sign (counterclockwise) for larger cubes. Interval - As Required 4. Install the ice maker assembly cover. On ice maker equipped models, adjust the cube size by changing water amount injected into the ice maker assembly as follows:...
Do not install the unit behind a door. Depending on the model, your grille may not match exactly with the below illustrations. USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Airflow and Product Loading NOTICE The unit requires proper airflow to perform at its highest efficiency.
USER GUIDE 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. ® Always finish with Claire Stainless Steel Polish and Vinyl Clad (Black or White) Models Cleaner or comparable product to prevent further Clean surfaces with a mild detergent and warm water...
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USER GUIDE DEFROSTING NOTICE Manual Defrost Models DO NOT clean ice bucket using a dishwasher. The This unit is a manual defrost model and will require bucket is not dishwasher safe and will be damaged. occasional defrosting. When there is build-up of 1/4" (6 mm) or more of frost, manually defrost the unit.
USER GUIDE 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. Depending on environmental conditions, more or less frequent cleaning may be necessary. WARNING Disconnect electric power to the unit before cleaning the condenser.
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 414.354.0300. CAUTION Damage caused by freezing temperatures is not covered by the warranty.
• Condenser Fan: Air moving through a condenser may BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE be heard. If you think your U-Line product is malfunctioning, read • Running Water: As your unit continues to produce the CONTROL OPERATION section to clearly understand ice you will hear water flowing into the collection the function of the control.
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.
Claims must be submitted online at • Final billing - Remodel www.U‑LineService.com Warranty parts will be shipped at no charge after U-Line • 60 day submittal deadline from date of completed confirms warranty status. Please provide the model, serial service number, part number and part description.
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USER GUIDE Parts UACR015-SS01A Item Description U-Line P/N BACK PANEL 80-54392-00 COMPRESSOR ELECTRICALS W/COVER 80-54377-00 COMPRESSOR EM2C46CLC,115V,R600 80-55658-11 CONDENSER ASSEMBLY 80-54601-00 CONDENSER FAN BLADE 80-54379-00 CONDENSER FAN W/BLADE 80-54378-00 CONTROL ASSEMBLY, MCR014 * 80-55673-01 DOOR ASSEMBLY,15"STAINLESS SOLID 80-54593-03 FACEPLATE 115V, R600...
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.
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Never use a torch on a fully charged refrigeration system. Never substitute U-Line OEM replacement parts or methods of construction. R-600a must be stored and transported in Technician must observe all federal, state and local laws regarding refrigerants.
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USER GUIDE USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE R-600A SPECIFICATIONS/LABELING WARNING R-600a equipped products are labeled (both the unit and the compressor). Only skilled and well trained service technicians permitted to service R-600a equipped products.
USER GUIDE USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Evacuate/reclaim via the piecing pliers to ensure the When re-brazing, the system must be purged with dry system is empty of R-600a before any system work is nitrogen and at least one access point open to the performed.
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USER GUIDE USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE The low side of the refrigeration system (evaporator, Proper ventilation during service is required. compressor and suction line) must be leak tested with the compressor off (equalized pressure).
USER GUIDE System Diagnosis Guide REGRIGERATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS GUIDE System Suction Suction Compressor Condenser Capillary Evaporator Wattage Condition Pressure Line Discharge Tube Normal Normal Slightly Very hot Very hot Warm Cold Normal below room temperature Overcharge Higher than Very cold Slightly warm Hot to warm Cool...
USER GUIDE Compressor Specifications DANGER EM2C46CLC-115V REFRIGERANT R600a VOLTAGE 115V – 127V Electrocution can cause death or serious injury. FREQUENCY 50Hz Burns from hot or cold surfaces can cause serious START WINDING 5.20 +/- 8% Q at 25 °C (77°F) injury.
USER GUIDE Troubleshooting - Extended SPECIFIC ERRORS & ISSUES CAUTION Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the unit until the main electrical power has been disconnected from the unit. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Concern Potential Causes Suggested Remedy Will not eject ice Control setting too cold.
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USER GUIDE Concern Potential Causes Suggested Remedy Not freezing Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord. (compressor On/Off switch in off position. Turn switch to on position. and fans not On/Off switch inoperable (open). Replace On/Off switch. operating). Hold switch inoperable (open).
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USER GUIDE ICE MAKER DIAGNOSIS FLOW CHART DOES THE UNIT REFRIGERATE? Sealed System Leak Low Voltage Electrical Failure Voltage Drop Compressor Failure Fan Wiring Motor Failure Defrost System Failure DOES THE UNIT HARVEST ICE IF THE EJECTOR BLADES ARE MOVED BY HAND OR WITH A WRENCH ? Temperature Control Failure Water Adjustment...
USER GUIDE ICE MAKER OPERATING CYCLES Freeze Cycle • Temperature control terminals 2 and 3 are closed. • Power to the condenser. • Power to the condenser fan. black black black SWITCH ground MOTOR brown WATER white VALVE COMP. OVER START LOAD black...
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USER GUIDE Harvest-1 Cycle • Temperature control terminals 2 and 3 are open - 2 and 1 close. • No power to the compressor or condenser fan. • If bin arm is down, power goes through bin arm switch to the ice maker motor.
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USER GUIDE HARVEST-2 CYCLE • Ice maker ejector blades reach approximately 2:00 position and cam depresses the hold switch. Power goes through the hold switch to the ice maker motor and mold heater. • Ejector blades stall on ice and ice maker motor pulsates until mold heater warms and ice releases.
USER GUIDE WATER FILL CYCLE • Ice maker ejector blades reach approximately 10:00 position and cam depresses the water fill switch. • Power to the water valve. Ice maker mold fills. black black black SWITCH ground MOTOR brown WATER white VALVE COMP.
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USER GUIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS Double Throw Ice Maker Thermostat Numbers 4548, AR-19-12, 2636, 2690, 2691, 2717, 2783, 2782-S, 2763-S, 2780, 80-26005-02 These temperature controls are double throw, single pole controls. The sensing tube is inserted into the ice maker mold and senses mold temperature.
USER GUIDE LIMIT SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS • Normally closed Bi-metal switch • Open temperature: 104°F • Close temperature: 83°F The function of this switch is to open in the event of an overheating condition. This bi-metal thermostat is normally closed and does not initiate the ice harvest cycle.
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USER GUIDE REPLACING ICE MAKER ASSEMBLY (CO29F 8. Remove ice maker assembly. ONLY) 1. Unplug the unit from the main power source. 9. Place new ice maker assembly into position and secure with three screws (5). 2. Disconnect ice maker wire harness at plug (1). 10.Reconnect wire harness at plug.
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USER GUIDE REPLACING ICE MAKER ASSEMBLY (ALL MODELS 17.Mount the back panel. EXCEPT CO29F) 1. Remove back panel. 18.Plug in unit and test. 2. Disconnect all wires at bell connectors (5 wires-Models 220 Volt Conversion List BI95, BI98 or SP18; or Plug-Models). All models listed in this manual are equipped to run on 110/115 volt.
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USER GUIDE Defrost This unit requires manual defrost, periodically. Inspect the interior walls for frost build up every 3 - 4 weeks. Defrost your unit when 1/4” of frost builds up on the interior walls. Frost will build up faster in humid environments and when the door is opened frequently.
USER GUIDE USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Replace Ice Maker INSTALL ICE MAKER 1. If ice maker sits on evaporator (as shown) be sure to The new ice maker assembly you have received will have apply the included Alumilastic paste.
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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. All service provided by U-Line under the above warranty must be performed by a U-Line factory authorized servicer, unless otherwise specified by U-Line.
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