U-Line Echelon 2175WC Wine Captain, Echelon 2175WCOL2 Wine Captain Installation Manual

Installation Guide

2175WC Wine Captain
and 2175WCOL2 Wine Captain

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with Overlay

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Contents

1-Follow Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2-Inspect and Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

3-Prepare Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Cut-Out Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Product Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Door Swing/Clearances Information . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Other Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Side-By-Side Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 6

4-Prepare Racks and Door Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Wine Rack Removal/Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Wood Trim Finishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Reversing the Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Overlay Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Frame Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Prepare the New Overlay Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Attaching the Overlay Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Assembling Door to Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

5-Adjust Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Checking Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Adjusting Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

6-Prepare Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

7-Level the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Leveling Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Installation Tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

8-Install the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Anti-Tip Bracket Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Single Unit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Side-by-Side Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Installation Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

9-Start-Up for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Start-Up Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Who to Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

1 Follow Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT

PLEASE READ all instructions completely before
attempting to install or operate the unit.

• This unit requires connection to a grounded (three­prong), polarized receptacle that has been placed by a
qualified electrician in accordance with applicable
electrical codes.

Safety Alert Definitions

Safety items throughout this guide are labeled with a
Danger, Warning or Caution based on the risk type:

DANGER

Danger means that failure to follow this safety
statement will result in severe personal injury or
death.

WARNING

Warning means that failure to follow this safety
statement could result in serious personal injury,
or death.

CAUTION

Caution means that failure to follow this safety statement
may result in minor or moderate personal injury, property
or equipment damage.

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General Precautions

Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and
follow these general precautions along with those listed
throughout this guide:

WARNING

SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding Required.

• Keep the unit unplugged throughout installation
except during testing.

• Never remove the round grounding prong from
the plug and never use a two-prong grounding
adapter.

• Never use an extension cord to connect power to
the unit.

• Always keep your working area dry.

CAUTION

• Use care when moving and handling the unit. Use
gloves to prevent personal injury from sharp edges.

• Do not lift the unit by the door or door handle.

• Do not install the unit behind closed doors or in any
way that would obstruct airflow to the front grille,
which may cause the unit to malfunction.

2 Inspect and Plan

You have received a carton containing your 2175WC or
2175WCOL2 Wine Captain® with a package inside
containing a Use and Care Guide, a Product Registration
Card and an Anti-Tip Bracket Installation Kit. 2175WCOL2
units are shipped with an additional package of
hardware. Complete and mail
the Product Registration Card or register online at
www.U-LineService.com. Once your unit is installed, keep
the Use and Care Guide and this Installation Guide in a
safe place for future reference.

2175WC units are Black or Stainless Steel. Black units have
a reversible door with a slightly contoured handle across
the top. Stainless Steel units are covered with a protective
coating and have been ordered left- or right-hand
hinged. The Stainless doors are not reversible.

2175WCOL2 units are Black with a door that requires the
construction of a 3/4-inch thick wood overlay frame. You
must determine left- or right-hand opening before
construction.

All units come with maple trim wine racks that can be
finished or stained. Please carefully follow the directions
that apply to your unit and your intended design.

Tools/Materials Required

• Screwdrivers — slotted and Phillips head

• Sandpaper; low odor, water clean up, quick drying
finish; tack cloth and, if desired, water-based wood
stain and synthetic foam brush

• 3/4-inch overlay frame material, cutting tools, drill and
bits (2175WCOL2 units)

Inspection

Unwrap and inspect the unit on a flat, level surface
capable of supporting its entire weight.

Removing Protective Coating

(Stainless Steel Units Only)

When inspecting/installing a Stainless Steel unit, the
protective coating covering the unit must be removed
first. Start at a corner of the unit/door and pull back the
protective coating to remove it from the unit/door.

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After all the protective coating has been removed from
the unit/door, clean all Stainless Steel surfaces with Claire
Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or comparable product
or a mild detergent and warm water solution and soft
cloth. Do NOT use abrasive cleaning agents.

Note: If cleaning with mild detergent and warm water
solution and soft cloth, the unit MUST be treated with
Claire Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or comparable
product to prevent discoloration.

Exterior Cleaning

(As Required)

Black Models:

• The door, grille and cabinet may be cleaned with a mild
detergent and warm water solution. Do not use
solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. Use a soft sponge
and rinse with clean water. Wipe with a soft, clean
towel to prevent water spotting.

Stainless Steel Models:

• Stainless steel models can discolor when exposed to
chlorine gas, pool chemicals, salt water or cleaners with
bleach.

• Keep your stainless steel unit looking new by cleaning
with a good quality all-in-one stainless steel cleaner/
polish on a monthly basis. For best results use Claire
Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner, which can be
purchased from U-Line Corporation. (The part number
is 173348.) Comparable products are acceptable.
Frequent cleaning will remove surface contamination
that could lead to rust. Some installations may require
cleaning on a weekly basis.

• Do not clean with steel wool pads.

• Do not use cleaners that are not specifically
intended for stainless steel (this includes glass,
tile and counter cleaners).

• If any surface discolors or rusting appears, clean it
quickly with Bon-Ami or Barkeepers Friend Cleanser
and a non-abrasive cloth. Always clean in the direction
of the grain. Always finish this process with Claire
Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or comparable
product to prevent further problems.

• Use of abrasive pads such as Scotchbrite will
cause the graining in the stainless to become
blurred.

• Rust that is allowed to linger can penetrate into the
surface of the stainless steel and complete removal of
the rust may not be possible.

3 Prepare Site

Your U-Line product has been designed for either free­standing or built-in installation. When built-in, your unit
does not require additional air space for top, sides or rear.
However, the front grille must NOT be obstructed and
clearance is required for electrical connection in the rear.

Note: Unit can NOT be installed behind a closed cabinet
door.

Cut-Out Dimensions

23-1/4"

7"

1-1/2"

24-3/16"

Figure 1

Follow the cut-out drawing in Figure 1. The 24-3/16"
width allows 1/4" for ease in installation and removal of
the unit. 24" is the cabinet depth in most installations.
The unit is 23-1/4" deep including the handle on Black
2175WC models, 23-1/4" deep including the wood overlay
frame on 2175WCOL2 models and 23-1/4" deep including
the door and not the handle on Stainless Steel models
(see Figure 2).

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Product Dimensions

23-1/4"

Including

Handle

25-3/8"

Including

Handle

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Wall Wall

2-1/8" Min.

34-1/8"

Figure 2

34-1/8"

23-15/16"

Black Stainless Steel

23-1/4"

Including

Wood

Overlay

23-15/16"

Wood Overlay

23-15/16"

34-1/8"

Please note that the unit has adjustable feet that can add
one additional inch to height during leveling or to match
adjacent cabinets (see Figure 26 on Page 13).

Door Swing/Clearances Information

Black and Wood Overlay units have a zero clearance for
the door to open 90° (see Figure 3). Stainless Steel
models require a minimum of 2-1/8" door clearance to
accommodate the handle if the unit is installed next to a
wall or similar type of structure.

90°

Door Swing

Black, White and Wood Overlay

21"

25-1/2"

90°

Door Swing

Stainless Steel

21"

25-1/2"

Figure 3

Other Site Requirements

Power Supply

The unit requires a grounded and polarized 115 VAC,
60 Hz, 15A circuit (normal household current). See
Electrical Specifications on Page 13.

Environmental Requirements

Many U-Line models are designed to operate in harsh
outdoor/marine environments. Special considerations
include the following:

• The units are designed to operate between 50°F (10°C)
and 110°F (40°C). High ambient temperatures (110°F
[40°C] or higher) may reduce the unit’s ability to reach
low temperatures.

• For best performance, keep the unit out of direct
sunlight and away from heat generating equipment.

• In climates where high humidity and dew points are
present, condensation may appear on outside surfaces.
This is considered normal. The condensation will
disappear when the humidity drops.

• U-Line does not recommend installation of glass front
models (Wine Captain
Beverage Centers) as well as the Combo Drawer model
(Refrigerator/Freezer/Ice Maker) outdoors, or in tropical
climates where high humidity and dew point are present
on a regular basis, unless air-conditioning (typical 72°F,
75%RH) will be used.

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Side-By-Side Installation
Instructions

For a complete refreshment center, install your 2175WC or
2175WCOL2 unit beside a U-Line Refrigerator, Ice Maker
or Combo Model (see Figure 4 for typical cut-out). Note
that each Side-By-Side Installation will be different.

• Cut-out width for a side-by-side installation is the total
of the widths listed under Cut-Out Dimensions in each
unit’s Installation Guide.

For example:

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Placing a 2175 Wine Captain
would require a cut-out width of:
24-3/16" + 15-3/16" = 39-3/8"

Placing a 2175 Wine Captain
would require a cut-out width of:
24-3/16" + 24-3/16" = 48-3/8"

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No trim kit is required. However, 1/4-inch space needs to
be maintained

between the units to ensure

unobstructed door swing.

• Units must operate from separate, properly grounded
electrical receptacles placed according to each unit’s
Electrical Specifications.

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next to a 2175 series unit

4 Prepare Racks and Door Frame

The U-Line Wine Captain® is equipped with wood­trimmed wine racks that are coated at the factory with a
clear vinyl sealer, which will adequately protect the wood
in normal usage. A final finish coat was not applied so
that the wood trim could be stained to match décor or
overlay frame. The trim on the racks may be coated with a
final finish or stained.

2175WCOL2 Models are designed for, and require
installation of, an Overlay Frame.

If none of these treatments are to be included in this
installation, go on to 5 Adjust Door.

CAUTION

To prevent permanent damage to the inner liner of the
Wine Captain®, the wine rack wood trim MUST be
removed from the unit for staining and/or finishing.
Allow stain/finish to dry thoroughly (at least 24 hours per
coat) in accordance with the stain/finish manufacturer’s
instructions prior to re-installing the wood trim inside the
cabinet of the Wine Captain
the inner liner of the unit to have a permanent odor,
which is not covered by the warranty.

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. Failure to do so may cause

Typical Side-By-Side Cut-Out

34-1/4"

to

35-1/8"

1/4" Space

Between

Appliances

Figure 4

7"

1-1/2"

23-1/4"

Wine Rack Removal/Installation

To remove a rack from the cabinet:

1. Grasp the end of the rack, and gently slide it out until
it stops.

2. Remove any bottles stored on the rack.

Figure 5

3. Press the left rack release lever

(Figure 5)

the same time, lift the corresponding right rack release
lever up, and pull the rack out until it is free of the
tracks and the cabinet.

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IMPORTANT

Do not remove the track side rails from the cabinet.

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To insert a rack in the cabinet:

1. Align the left and right rack channels with the tracks
in the cabinet, and ensuring an even track
engagement on both sides, gently push the rack into
the cabinet until it stops.

2. Before reloading the rack, ensure proper operation of
the travel stops in the left and right track rails by
pulling the rack out gently until it completely stops.

Wood Trim Finishing

Interior components of your U-Line unit are equipped
with a natural wood trim for appearance and durability.
Although this wood trim has been coated with a clear
sealer at the factory, it is recommended that the trim be
stained (if desired), and receive a final finish coating prior
to the unit going into full-time service.

WARNING

To prevent permanent damage to the inner liner
of your unit, the wood trim MUST be removed
from the unit for staining and/or finishing. Allow
stain/finish to dry thoroughly (at least 24 hours
per coat) in accordance with the product
manufacturer’s instructions prior to
reinstallation. Failure to do so may cause the
inner liner of the unit to have a permanent odor,
which is not covered by the warranty.

If staining the trim is desired, it must be done before the
application of any type of final finish. Review the
following staining/final finish and final finish-only
guidelines when staining/ and or sealing the wood to
ensure proper adhesion and durability of the finish.

NOTE: Glass in door is tinted. Stain may look darker
when door is closed.

Staining and final finish application:

1. Remove all screws securing wood trim to interior
components, and remove the trim from the cabinet
interior.

NOTE: Your model will contain an electronic display panel
in the lowest level trim piece. After removing the trim
screws, and gently pulling the trim from its location, a
wiring harness connector will become visible. Unplug the
connector, and remove the trim from the interior.

2. Apply Minwax® Water-Based Wood Stain to wood with
a synthetic bristle brush or a foam applicator. Allow
stain to penetrate approximately three minutes. Before
the stain is dry, take a stain dampened rag and remove
any excess stain remaining. Wipe in the direction of the
grain with medium pressure to achieve the desired stain
color.

3. After two hours, repeat step 2. This will even out the
color of the wood.

4. Allow stain to dry for a minimum of three hours before
applying the final finish.

5. If desired, sand the wood with very fine sandpaper to
smooth the surface after the staining process.

6. Remove all dust from the wood, and apply one coat of
Minwax

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Polycrylic® Protective Finish using a synthetic
bristle brush to the wood. This finish should be applied
in a thin coat following the direction of the grain.
Apply the finish to the back and sides of the wood first,
and allow it to dry for two hours. Apply the finish to the
front side of the wood next, and allow it to dry for two
hours. Sand with very fine 220 grit sandpaper. Apply
two addition coats of the finish in the same manner, but
do not sand the trim after the final third coat is applied.

7. Allow the final coat to dry for 24 hours before
reinstalling the trim to the cabinet interior components.

Final finish-only application:

1. Remove all screws securing wood trim to interior
components, and remove the trim.

2. Lightly scruff sand the wood trim with 280 or finer grit
sandpaper.

3. Remove sanding dust with a clean, dry cloth.

4. The factory-applied seal is compatible with virtually all
finishes. A low odor, water clean up, quick-drying finish
such as Minwax

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Polycrylic® Protective Finish is
recommended (Minwax® Polycrylic® is an ultra fast­drying water-based finish). Apply a thin coat of a clear,
protective finish, following the container label
directions.

5. Lightly sand and reapply if desired.

6. Allow the final coat to dry for 24 hours before
reinstalling the trim to the cabinet interior components.

IMPORTANT

DO NOT use oil-based stains on wood trim. Vapors from
oil-based stains will permanently penetrate the liner and
will not dissipate over time.

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Reversing the Door

(Black Units Only)

All U-Line units
(except Stainless
Steel models) may be
left- or right-hand
opening. The door
opening is easily
reversed by moving
the hinge hardware
to the opposite side.
The top hinge
hardware will be
used on the bottom
of the other side and
the bottom hinge
hardware will be
used on the top of
the other side (see
Figure 6).

To reverse the door:

1. Remove top

Figure 6

hinge screw pin
from door (Phillips screwdriver) (see Figure 7).
Remove door by tilting forward and lifting off bottom
hinge pin.

2.

Remove metal hinge screw plugs (3 each, top and
bottom)

Figure 8

from new hinge location. Do not discard (see
).

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Door
Closer
Inserts

2

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Figure 9 Figure 10

5. Remove existing bottom hinge (3 screws) and remount
on opposite side TOP. Remove hinge screw pin.

6. Remove the plastic hole plug from the top of the door
to allow the pivot pin to be inserted in the new
location. Install the plug into the vacated hole on the
opposite side.

7. With bottom of door facing up, remove pivot plate
(2 screws), flip over, and remount on opposite side of
door (see

Figure 11

). Be sure angled side of plate faces

center.

Screw Plugs

Figure 8

Figure 7

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3. Remove top hinge (3 screws), reinstall hinge screw pin,
and remount on opposite side BOTTOM (see

Figure 9

4. Remove the two door closer inserts from the existing
bottom hinge and install as shown on the new bottom
hinge (see

Figure 10

).

Figure 11

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8. Holding door upright with top of door tilted forward,
place hole of door pivot plate on bottom hinge screw
pin (see

Figure 12

).

9. Tilt top of door into
position in top hinge and
install top hinge screw pin.

10. Install metal hinge screw
plugs removed in Step 2 in
old hinge holes (3 each,
top and bottom).

11.

Figure 12

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Overlay Frame

(2175WCOL2 Units Only)

FRAME PREPARATION

IMPORTANT

The thickness of the wood overlay panel must be
3/4".

Right-hand
isometric view
shown.
Opposite
for left-hand

NOTE: Final component
is only a picture frame.
No panel inside of rails
and stiles.

1. Use the following instructions to create or have a
wood overlay panel created for your Échelon Wine
Captain or Beverage Center model as shown in Figure

13.

2. Drill holes for pivot pins, upper door hinge and lower
door hinge as shown.

3. The overlay door panel must be installed in accordance
with the Installation Instructions starting on page 9.

See Detail A

Detail A
Scale 2:1

3/8”

9/32”

Door top
Ø 3/16” x 11/16” deep

NOTE: Front view of
wood panel with
right-hand hinge shown
(mirror image
for left-hand hinge)

3/4”

2-1/4”

Section A-A
Scale 2:1
Typ 4 places

29-3/4”

A

A

Dim A: 23-3/4”
2275WCOL
2175WCOL2
2175BEVOL2

Dim. A

Dim A: 14-3/4”
2115WCOL2

Figure 13

3/4”

See Detail C

Detail C
Scale 2:1

Door bottom
Ø 3/8” x 1/4” deep
Chamfer 1/32” x 45°

9/32

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PREPARE THE NEW OVERLAY PANEL

IMPORTANT

The overlay door panel must not weigh more than
20 lbs. The thickness of the door panel must be 3/4".

1. Place a towel, or other similar, soft, non-marking
material out on a flat clean surface. Be sure the
material is large enough to have the wood panel not
touch the hard, marking surface.

2. Lay the wood panel out with the front side of the wood
facing down.

3. Cut the foam tape into four pieces, two pieces the
width of the overlay and two pieces the height of the
overlay.

4. Remove adhesive protection strip from one piece of the
cut foam and align the edge of the foam tape to the
inside edge of the overlay as shown, adhering the foam
tape to the overlay

(Figure 14)

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Figure 15

8. Carefully lay the door over the wood panel, making
sure door is orientated correctly (top of door with top
of wood overlay).

9. Pull door gasket out of the groove completely. Start in
the middle and pull outward, moving towards the
corners

(Figure 16)

. This may take some force, but be

careful not to cut or rip the gasket.

Figure 14

5. Trim each piece of tape immediately after applying it to
the overlay. Do not allow any overlapping of the foam
tape. Damage to the overlay can occur if the foam tape
is not trimmed correctly

(Figure 14).

6. If required, attach any optional cabinet hardware to the
wood panel at this time. If an optional cabinet handle is
installed, make sure the mounting screw heads are
below (countersunk) the back surface of the overlay.

Note: After attaching the optional cabinet hardware,
additional supports may be needed to keep panel flat for
next steps.

ATTACHING THE OVERLAY PANEL

7. Remove the top hinge pivot pin with a Phillips
screwdriver and lift door off bottom hinge pin

15)

. Be careful not to lose the door closer insert sets.

Save pivot pin for use later.

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Figure 16

10. After gasket has been removed, place it on a flat, clean
surface.

11. Secure door to the back of the wood overlay using tape
on all four corners. Make sure all four edges are aligned
(Figure 17).

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15. Check the closure assembly on the bottom hinge to be

DOOR FRAME

sure it is seated correctly in the bosses in the hinge.

16. Position door over closer. Be sure the door hinge plate
holes align with the bosses on the closer
Failure to do so will result in the door not sitting in the
proper position and door will not align correctly.
(Sometimes it is helpful to open the door 180° to have
the closer and pivot plate align correctly.)

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(Figure 19)

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TOP OF
OVERLAY

BOTTOM OF
OVERLAY

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Figure 17

12. Use the door frame holes as a guide to lightly punch
pilot holes for the #6 x 1” pan head screws

(Figure 18).

Door closers

Figure 19

17. Holding the door in the closed position, install the pivot
post (removed in step 7) thru the top hinge into the top
pivot plate. Tighten securely with a Phillips screwdriver,
making sure post is seated fully.

18. Adjust door as needed for proper closure. Refer to the
following section for adjustment procedures.

Figure 18

13. Attach the door to the overlay using #6 x 1” wood
screws.

IMPORTANT

If you decide to drill pilot holes, remove the wood
overlay from the door, and do not use a drill larger
than 7/64”, and do not drill deeper than 3/8”. The
door frame and wood overlay must be aligned
properly or the door will not operate correctly.

Note: After attaching the wood to the door, double check
the bottom pivot hole location. If the hole in the pivot
bracket is covered by any wood, chase thru the hole with
a 11/32” drill to open hole in door panel. DO NOT drill
deeper than 1/4” deep.

ASSEMBLING DOOR TO CABINET

14. Starting at the corners and working toward the center,
push the door gasket back into place. Make sure gasket
is fully seated on all four sides and corners.

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Checking Door Alignment

The unit’s door is aligned at the factory before shipment.
However, its alignment could have been disturbed during
shipment or during overlay frame installation.

IMPORTANT

Properly aligned, the door should be 1/8" below the top of
the unit’s cabinet, NOT flush with the top (see

1/8"

Figure 20

1. Compare the top edge of the door to the top edge of
the cabinet.

2. If the door edge is 1/8" below and parallel to the top of
the cabinet, go on to

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not, note whether the side opposite the hinge needs to
be moved UP or DOWN, and use the following
procedure.

Figure 20

. If it is

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Adjusting Door Alignment

1. Remove top hinge screw
pin (Phillips screwdriver,
see Figure 21). Remove
door by tilting forward
and lifting off bottom
hinge pin.

2. With door upside-down,
loosen but do not remove
the two screws on the
door’s bottom hinge plate.

Slotted

Mounting

Holes

Raise

Outside

Door Edge

Angled Edge

Towards Center

of Door

Lower

Outside

Door Edge

Figure 22

3. See

Figure 22

. If the top far edge of the door needs to
move UP, move the hinge plate toward the outside of
the door and retighten screws. If the top far edge of the
door needs to move DOWN, move the hinge plate
toward the inside of the door and retighten screws.

4. Mount the door to recheck alignment and repeat
Steps 2 and 3 if further adjustment is necessary.

5. When top edge of door is parallel to top edge of
cabinet, remove the door and ensure the two screws
are secure.

6. Remove the door closers from the bottom hinge, clean
thoroughly and lubricate the mating surfaces with
petroleum jelly.

7. Reinstall the closers, lining
up the bosses with holes in
hinge and hinge plate (see

Figure 23

8. Mount the door, install top
hinge pivot pin and go on

6 Prepare Power

to

Supply

).

Door

Closer

Inserts

.

Boss

Figure 23

Figure 21

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6 Prepare Power Supply

Electrical Specifications

CAUTION

Electrical installation must observe all state and local
codes. This unit requires connection to a grounded (three­prong), polarized receptacle that has been placed by a
qualified electrician.

The unit requires a grounded and polarized 115 VAC,
60 Hz, 15A power supply (normal household current).
An individual, properly grounded branch circuit or circuit
breaker is recommended. GFCI (ground fault circuit
interrupter) is usually not required for fixed location
appliances and is not recommended for your unit because
a GFCI could be prone to nuisance tripping. However, be
sure to consult your local codes.

See Figure 24 for recommended receptacle location.

7 Level the Unit

Leveling Information

Note: It is recommended that the unit is level.

1. Use a level to
check the
levelness of the
Wine Captain
from front to
back and from
side to side. Level
should be placed
along top edge
and side edge as
shown (see
Figure 25).

2. If the

Wine Captain® is not level, adjust the feet on the

corners of the unit as necessary (see

®

Figure 25

Figure 26

ULIN_0206_A

).

23-1/4"

7"

1-1/2"

Figure 24

WARNING

SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding Required.

• Never remove the round grounding prong from
the plug and never use a two-prong grounding
adapter.

• Never use an extension cord to connect power to
the unit.

Go on to 7 Level the Unit.

Turn Foot to Adjust

Figure 26

3. Check the levelness after each adjustment and repeat
the previous steps until the unit is level. Go on to

8 Install the Unit

.

Installation Tip

If the room floor is higher than the floor in the cut-out
opening, adjust the rear feet to achieve a total unit rear
height of 1/8" less than the opening’s rear height. Shorten
the unit height in the front by adjusting the front feet.
This allows the unit to be gently tipped into the opening.
Readjust the front feet to level the unit after it is correctly
positioned in the opening.

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8 Install the Unit

Anti-Tip Bracket Installation

1. Locate two Anti-Tip Brackets included inside the unit.

2. Place the unit into the area where it will be installed.
Check the door, sides and top for a proper fit. Also test
to make sure the door opens and closes freely.

3. Remove grill and place a mark on the floor at the front
of the unit. Also place a mark on the floor in the center
of the unit. See

Figure 27

.

Front

of Unit

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Line Marks

Back
Wall

Back

of Unit

20-1/4"

Marks on floor

Figure 27

4. Remove the unit. Using a square, extend a centerline
20-1/4" toward the back wall. See

Figure 28

. At the
back of the centerline, mark a line that measures
11-1/16" to the left and right. This line serves as the
back edge for the Anti-Tip Brackets and its furthest
points mark the outer edge of each bracket.

Note: Instructions are shown for built-in installation. Use
same dimensions for free-standing installation.

Marks

on Floor

11-1/16" 11-1/16"

Centerline

Figure 28

5. Place the Anti-Tip Brackets on the floor against the line
drawn for the outer edge. Mark spots for the screw
holes. See

Figure 29

.

Drill Holes and

Mount Anti-Tip

Brackets to Floor

Back

of Unit

Front

of Unit

Back
Wall

Figure 29

6. Use a 1/8" drill to make two starter holes and fasten the
Anti-Tip Brackets to the floor using the screws provided.

CAUTION

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Other hardware is required for floors made of materials
other than wood.

7. Place the unit back into position, making sure the feet
engage the Anti-Tip Brackets properly. Check the
alignment of the lines made on the floor in Step 3 with
the position of the front feet to ensure proper
positioning.

2175WC/2175WCOL2 Wine Captain

®

Single Unit Installation

1. Remove the two screws from the opposite side of the
hinge assembly using a Phillips screwdriver (Figure

30).

Right–handed units shown, Left–handed units are mirrored

Figure 30

2. Place bracket (part # 14154) over holes and attach to
unit with two screws removed in step 1 using a Phillips
screwdriver. Tighten screws fully.

3. Recheck the leveling, from front to back and side to
side. Make any necessary adjustments. The unit's top
surface should be approximately 1/8" below the
countertop.

4. Secure bracket into adjoining surface.

Side-by-Side Installation

1. Remove screws shown (Figure 31).

CAUTION

Be sure to remove and discard screw shown. Failure
to do so may cause damage to the bracket and/or
unit.

surface should be approximately 1/8" below the
countertop.

Installation Troubleshooting

Problem

Q:

The door remains open unless it is pushed closed.

Solution

A:

The hinges should be self-closing when the door is open
approximately 8". If this is not the case, make sure the
closers (at the bottom of the hinge pin) are clean, greased
and installed correctly. Also, re-check leveling from front
to back of the unit and readjust if necessary. Make sure
that pivot plate is installed correctly.

9 Start-Up for the First Time

Initial Start-Up

The unit is shipped with the control preset. No adjustments
should be necessary at this time. For information about
Adjusting the Temperature Control, see the Use and Care
Guide.

Start-Up Troubleshooting

Problem

Q:

Unit does not appear to turn on when plugged in.

Solution

A:

Make sure outlet has power (circuit breaker has not
tripped). Check to see that control is turned on.

1/4”

Figure 31

2. Place bracket as shown, and re-attach screws to unit
using a Phillips screwdriver. Tighten screws fully.

3. Recheck the leveling, from front to back and side to
side. Make any necessary adjustments. The unit's top

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Remove and
discard screw

Problem

Q:

Light is on with door closed.

Solution

A:

Touch the LIGHT icon on the display panel. This will cancel
out the light function and just allow the light to turn on
and off with the door opening and closing.

®

The Wine Captain
when the door is opened. The light can be left on while
the door is closed by pressing the LIGHT icon. This will
turn interior light on for 4 hours, then it will turn off.

See the Use and Care Guide’s Troubleshooting Guide for
more solutions.

has an interior light that is illuminated

IMPORTANT

Who to Call

Service Information

If the need for service arises, call the U-Line Customer
Care Center directly @ 800-779-2547. To ensure accurate
assistance, please have your Model Number and Serial
Number and an explanation of the problem. The Model
and Serial Number plate is located inside unit at upper
right hand corner.

If you need to locate a service company, you can go online
at www.U-LineService.com and search for a service
company by zip code.

For more than four decades, U-Line has distinguished itself as the leader in built-in

undercounter ice making, refrigeration and wine storage appliances.

U-Line Corporation, located in Milwaukee, WI, is a family operated manufacturer of built-in

undercounter icemakers, Combo

refrigerators, refrigerated drawers and refrigerator/freezers.

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Publication No. 30224E
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icemaker/refrigerators, Wine Captain® wine storage units,