U-Line 2115RS, 2175WCC, 2175RC User Manual
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USE AND CARE GUIDE
2000 SERIES
WINE CAPTAIN
BEVERAGE CENTERS
REFRIGERATORS
® MODELS
2175WCC
2175BEVC
2175RC 2115RS
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Introduction
IMPORTANTIMPORTANT
Congratulations on your purchase of a U-Line refrigeration
product.
Building on 45 years, U-Line has captivated those with an
appreciation for the finer things with exceptional design, inspired
innovations and attention to even the smallest details.
U-Line is synonymous with premium built-in under counter ice
making, refrigeration and wine storage appliances, the U-Line
Corporation is committed to luxury under the counter. U-Line is
known and respected for unwavering dedication to product
innovation, quality and selection. A bold and broad line of models
is the product of visionaries in the pursuit of distinctive living
environments in the kitchen and spaces beyond.
In 1962, Henry Uihlein founded U-Line Corporation as an
outgrowth of Ben-Hur Freezer Company and was the first to
develop and patent an automatic stand-alone under counter
residential ice maker. His foresight and determination to develop
new ideas and to succeed when there were no clear guidelines or
solutions are evident today. The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based
family operated business provides continuity and vision from which
innovations continue to be born.
Going forward, U-Line will continue offering best-in-class products
that build on the company's numerous patents and world firsts to
guide the under counter industry in realizing its unlimited
potential.
Read and save this Use and Care Guide.
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You will need your product model and serial number when you
request additional information or services. You can find this
information on the serial plate located on the upper right or back
wall in the interior of your product. This information also appears
on the warranty registration card.
Please record the model number (1), serial number (2), date of
purchase, and dealer contact information for your U-Line product
below:
Model Number:
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Serial Number:
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Purchase Date:
READ all instructions in this guide completely before
using the appliance for the first time.
For future reference, keep this guide in a safe, accessible location.
If you need additional information or assistance, please contact ULine Corporation direct. Contact information appears on the back
cover of this guide.
Before Calling Service. If you think your U-Line product is
malfunctioning, read the OPERATION section of this guide to
understand clearly the function of the control. If the problem
persists, read the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE section of this
guide to help you quickly identify common problems, and provide
information on possible causes and remedies.
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Introduction to U-Line
1 Table of Contents
U-Line 2000 Series
i - Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................i
Read and save this Use and Care Guide. .........................................................................................................i
Please Record Your Model Information ...........................................................................................................i
1 - Table of Contents .....................................................................................................................................................1
2 - Safety Precautions .....................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Alert Definitions ........................................................................................................................................3
General Precautions .............................................................................................................................................3
3 - 2000 Series Product Features ................................................................................................................................4
All 2000 Series Models Feature: ........................................................................................................................4
Wine Captain® Model and Beverage Center Features: ..............................................................................4
Wine Captain® Model Features: .......................................................................................................................4
Beverage Center Features: .................................................................................................................................4
Refrigerator Features: ..........................................................................................................................................4
4 - Product Operation ...................................................................................................................................................5
Air Flow ...................................................................................................................................................................5
Electronic Control Panel .....................................................................................................................................5
Adjusting Air Temperature .................................................................................................................................5
Initial Startup ..........................................................................................................................................................5
Checking Product Temperature ........................................................................................................................6
Interior Lighting .....................................................................................................................................................6
Electronic Control Quick Guide .......................................................................................................................7
5 - Food Storage ..............................................................................................................................................................8
Drawers ..................................................................................................................................................................8
Other Models ........................................................................................................................................................8
6 - U-Line Wine Guide ..................................................................................................................................................9
Looking Behind the Label ....................................................................................................................................9
Wine Selections Suggestions ..............................................................................................................................9
Ideal Wine Storage Considerations ............................................................................................................... 10
Wine Stocking Recommendation ................................................................................................................... 11
Wine Rack Removal and Installation ............................................................................................................. 11
Wood Trim Finishing ........................................................................................................................................ 12
7 - Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................ 13
Lightbulb Replacement ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Removing and Installing Grille ......................................................................................................................... 13
Leveling ................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Removing and Installing Interior Shelves ...................................................................................................... 14
Removing and Installing Door Shelves .......................................................................................................... 14
8 - Self-Closing Doors ................................................................................................................................................ 16
Door Alignment and Adjustment ................................................................................................................... 16
Door Reversability ............................................................................................................................................. 16
Reversing the door ............................................................................................................................................ 16
9 - Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Exterior Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................... 18
Interior Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................ 18
Defrosting ............................................................................................................................................................ 18
Condensor Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Storage, Vacation and Moving ......................................................................................................................... 19
Product Disposal ................................................................................................................................................ 19
10 - Service .................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Before Calling for Service ................................................................................................................................ 20
If Service is Required ........................................................................................................
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................................. 20
Normal Operating Sounds ............................................................................................................................... 20
Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................................................................................................... 20
ii - U-Line Corporation Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................... ii
................................. 20
U-Line Use and Care Table of Contents 1
2 U-Line Use and Care Guide
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2 Safety Precautions
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CAUTION
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• PLEASE READ all instructions before installing,
operating, or servicing the appliance.
General Precautions
Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow these
general precautions with those listed throughout this guide:
• Proper installation procedures must be followed when
completing an installation or relocation of a unit.
Consult the installation guide before any installation
begins. U-Line contact information appears on the rear
cover of this guide.
• This unit requires connection to a dedicated 15 Amp
grounded (three-prong), polarized receptacle, installed
by a qualified electrician, compliant with applicable
electrical codes.
Safety Alert Definitions
Throughout this guide are safety items labeled with a Danger,
Warning or Caution based on the risk type:
Danger means that failure to follow this safety statement will
result in severe personal injury or death.
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.
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 adaptor.
• Altering, cutting of power cord, removal of power
cord, removal of power plug, or direct wiring can
cause serious injury, fire and or 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.
Install provided Anti-Tip kit on all Wine Captain
Models and Beverage Centers. Serious personal injury
could occur.
Warning means that failure to follow this safety
statement could result in serious personal injury,
property or equipment damage.
Caution means that failure to follow this safety statement
may result in minor or moderate personal injury, property
or equipment damage.
• Use care when moving and handling the unit. Use gloves
to prevent personal injury from sharp edges.
• If your model requires defrosting, 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. DO NOT use any type
of heater to defrost. Using a heater to speed up
defrosting can cause personal injury and damage to the
inner lining.
• Do not lift unit by door handle.
• Never install or operate the unit behind closed doors.
Be sure front grille is free of obstruction. Obstructing
free airflow can cause the unit to malfunction and will
void the warranty.
• Failure to clean the condenser every six months can
cause the unit to malfunction. This could void the
warranty.
• Allow unit temperature to stabilize for 24 hours before
use.
• Do not Block any internal Fans
Use only genuine U-Line replacement parts. Imitation
parts can damage the unit, affect its operation or
performance and may void the warranty.
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3 2000 Series Product Features
All 2000 Series Models Feature:
Touch Sensitive Digital Controls. Provides ability to set and
see the temperature. Manages key model functions and provides
user alerts
Sabbath or "Black Out" mode. Easily turns off all lights and
control displays.
Vinyl-clad cabinet. Textured, rich appearance. More resistant to
scratching, peeling and flaking.
Integrated handle. Does not add depth to the cabinet when
built in. Black and white models only.
Contemporary grille design. Blends with the other models and
integrates with surrounding cabinetry.
Stainless steel model. Offers a bold stainless steel handle and
stainless steel wrap door.
Open Door Alarm. Audible alert when door is left open.
Field-reversible doors. Flexible installation options. All models
with black and white doors are field-reversible. Stainless steel
models must be order right- or left-hand hinged.
Adjustable leveling legs. Achieve a more precise under counter
fit. Durable, strong legs will not bend when unit is installed.
Defrost Type: Automatic (cycle) Defrost
Outdoor: Models designated with the OD prefix are designed to
be operated in outdoor environments. For best performance keep
units out of direct sunlight and under some type of shelter if
possible.
Wine Captain® Model and Beverage
Center Features:
Adjustable on/off interior light. Automatically illuminates
when the door is opened. May be manually turned on when door is
closed for viewing one's wines. Auto shut-off after four hours.
Recessed so as not to interfere with access to wine
Low-E coated, gas filled thermal glass door. Allows for
effective product presentation. Protects wine and other products
from potentially harmful ultraviolet light rays
Full extension slide-out coated wine racks. Allow for easy
access to all wine bottles.
Wood trimmed wine racks. Wood can be stained or replaced
with a solid surface material to match surrounding décor.
Wine Captain® Model Features:
Capacity.15” Wine Captain Model up to 24 Bottles. 24" Wine
Captain Model up to 48 Bottles.
Multiple temperature zones. Maintains wine at their proper
serving temperature. Top Approximately 55°F (Red). Middle
Approximately 50°F (White). Bottom Approximately 45°F
(Sparkling). Safely stores three or two types, or a single type, of
wine.
Stable temperatures. Stable, consistent temperatures provide
longer-term storage capability.
Built-in. Provides custom look. No additional clearance around
sides, top or rear of unit for ventilation. Do not obstruct front
grille.
Black model. Offers a black elegant integrated handle and grille
with a black vinyl-clad steel cabinet
Beverage Center Features:
Capacity. 24" Beverage Center 5.5 cubic feet
Multiple temperature zones. Top two wine racks
approximately 45°. Middle to lower refrigeration shelves approximately 38°. - Store and serve beverages at their best-suited
temperatures. Soda, water and beer at cooler temperatures. Wine
at a warmer temperature - up to 16 (0.75 L) bottles.
Two full-size, removable glass shelves. Generous storage area
for beverages.
Built-in or freestanding. Provides custom look when built-in
with no additional venting clearance needed on sides, top or rear.
Do not obstruct the grille.
Refrigerator Features:
Capacity.15” Refrigerator 3.0 cubic feet. 24" Refrigerator
Capacity 5.4 cubic feet.
Recessed interior light. Automatically illuminates when door is
opened. Does not interfere with product access or storage
Three adjustable tempered glass shelves. Sleek, streamlined
interior. Allows flexible shelf locations to meet varying food and
beverage storage needs
Two adjustable in-door storage shelves. Easiest access
storage area right where you need it. Adjustable to allow flexible
storage options
Door will accept a 1/4" panel. Ability to match surrounding
décor and cabinets. Black and white models only.
Built-in or freestanding. Provides custom look when built-in
with no additional venting clearance needed on sides, top or rear.
Do not obstruct the grille.
15” and 24" Refrigerator are Energy Star qualified. Saves
energy, saves money, saves our natural resources.
All features and specifications are subject to change.
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4 Product Operation
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Air Flow
The unit requires proper air flow to perform at its highest
efficiency. Do not block the front grille or internal fans at
any time, or the unit will not perform as expected. Do not
install the unit behind a door.
Initial Startup
All U-Line controls are preset at the factory. Initial startup requires
no adjustments.
U-Line recommends allowing the unit to run overnight
before loading refrigerator or freezer with product.
To turn the unit on or off, press and hold the POWER icon (1) for
about ten seconds and release. The display will show the unit setpoint temperature when turned on and display OFF when the unit
is off.
Electronic Control Panel
Digital Display. Wine Captain Models provide three temperature
zones within the cabinet to satisfy the specific storage
requirements of your finest wines.
The electronic control with digital display shows a single
continuous set-point temperature. This set point is for the middle
zone, it is a base number used by the controller to maintain the
multiple temperature zones in the unit. The factory default setpoint for Beverage Center and Refrigerator models is 38°F. The
factory default set-point Wine Captain models is 50°F. The setpoint temperature is a gauge for further temperature adjustments.
Turning the Display Off. Wine Captain Models and Beverage
Centers have a DISPLAY OFF mode available through the control
panel. This allows you to control if the display (3) will be ON or
OFF with the door closed. The icon sequence that follows will
switch between both modes, On or Off:
1. Press and hold the WARMER icon (2), and simultaneously
within five seconds press the ON OFF icon (1) three times.
2. The display will be either visible or dark with the door closed.
To return to the previous mode, repeat Step 1.
Adjusting Air Temperature
Adjust the set point temperature in single increments,
and wait 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize before
rechecking.
To adjust the set point temperature:
1. Press and release either the WARMER (2) or COOLER (4)
icon to put the controller in the SET TEMPERATURE mode.
The display (3) will begin to flash the °F (or °C) symbol.
NOTE: This mode will self-cancel in five seconds, and the
display (3) will show the original set-point temperature.
2. Within five seconds (while the °F (or °C) symbol is flashing),
press the WARMER or COOLER icon as required to adjust the
set point temperature.
3. The change sets five seconds after adjusting the temperature,
and the display (3) will show the new set-point temperature.
Temperature °F °C Selection. U-Line products supplied for
110 VAC have temperatures displayed (3) default in Fahrenheit
(°F). Models supplied for 220 VAC have temperatures displayed (3)
default in Celsius (°C).
Easily adjust the display for either type temperature display.
Press and hold the LIGHT icon (1) and simultaneously within
five seconds press the COOLER icon (5) three times to change
the display (3) as needed.
Temperature Display. The digital display shows set-point. air
temperature. Under normal operating conditions the
temperatures will fluctuate based on a number of factors including
door openings, product load, room temperature, and humidity. On
passive cooled units the temperature will always be cool toward
the top and coolest toward the bottom.
To display actual temperature:
1. Press the WARMER icon (2) for five seconds. The display (3)
will indicate the actual temperature.
2. After about 10 seconds, the set point temperature will return to
the display.
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Checking Product Temperature
To check the actual product temperature in the unit.
1. Partially fill a plastic (nonbreakable) bottle with water.
2. Insert an accurate thermometer.
3. Tighten the bottle cap securely.
4. Place the bottle in the desired area for 24 hours.
5. Avoid opening the unit during the testing period.
6. After 24 hours, check the temperature of the water. If required,
adjust the temperature control in a small increment (See
ADJUSTING TEMPERATURE).
Causes which affect the internal temperatures of the
cabinet include:
• Temperature setting.
• Ambient temperature where installed.
• Installation in direct sunlight or near a heat source.
• The number of door openings and the time the door is open.
• The time the internal light is illuminated. (This mainly affects
product on the top rack or shelf.)
• The front grille or condenser are obstructed.
Interior Lighting
Normal Operation. Opening the door will cause the interior of
the cabinet to illuminate.
Use the LIGHT icon (5) on the control panel to change the lighting
functions.
Timed Lighting. For Wine Captain Models and Beverage
Centers the interior of the cabinet is illuminated for a timed fourhour period.
1. Press and release the LIGHT icon (5) (the °F symbol will flash
briefly) to switch from door-operated lighting control to the
timed four hour lighting period.
2. At the end of the four-hour period, the light will turn OFF and
door-operated lighting control will resume.
3. To exit the timed lighting control before the end of the fourhour period, repeat Step 1.
Blackout (Sabbath) Mode. The interior of the cabinet and
control display will remain darkened (Blackout (Sabbath Mode) is
not Star K certified).
To enable Blackout / Sabbath Mode.
1. Press and hold the LIGHT icon (5) for ten seconds and release
(the °F / °C symbol will flash briefly at the end of the ten
second period).
2. The interior light and control display (3) will go dark until user
resets mode.
3. NOTE: Although the display will not be visible, the temperature
controls in the unit remain active, and preserve the interior
temperature.
To exit the Blackout (Sabbath) Mode, repeat Step 1.
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