U-Line Echelon CLRCO2175 Combo Installation Manual

Installation Guide

CLRCO2175 Combo®—
Clear Ice Maker/Refrigerator

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Contents

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

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

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

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

Reversing the Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Other Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Side-By-Side Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Custom 1/4'' Door Panel Insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Full Overlay Door Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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

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

Drain Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Water Supply Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Leveling Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Installation Tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Installation of the CLRCO2175 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Relocating the Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Installation Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Start-Up Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

1 Follow Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT

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

• This unit requires connection to the water supply.
Improper hook-up can result in substantial property
damage! If you are unsure of your ability to safely
connect the water supply to the unit, consult a licensed
plumber for assistance.

• This unit requires connection to a drain. Improper
connection can result in substantial property damage!
If you are unsure of your ability to safely connect the
unit to a drain, consult a licensed plumber for
assistance.

• 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 CLRCO2175
Clear Ice Maker/Refrigerator with a package inside
containing a Use and Care Guide, a Product Registration
Card and water connection parts. 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.

Your unit is Black, White or Stainless Steel. Black and
White units have a reversible door with a slightly
contoured handle across the top. They come with a flush
mounted door panel that, when removed, will accept a
custom 1/4-inch thick door panel or a 3/4-inch thick full
overlay door panel. Stainless Steel units are covered with
a protective coating and have been ordered left- or right­hand hinged. The Stainless doors are not reversible and
do not accept custom panels. CLRCO2175 Clear Ice Maker/
Refrigerators may be ordered with or without a factory­installed drain pump. Please carefully follow the
directions that apply to your unit and your intended
design.

Tools/Materials Required

• Screwdrivers — slotted and Phillips head

• 1/4-inch OD copper tubing and shut-off valve for water
supply line

• 5/8-inch ID drain line

• P60 Drain Pump (if required and not already factory
installed, see Page 13)

• 1/4-inch thick door panel material and cutting tools
(Black or White units) (If installing a 1/4”Panel)

• Full Overlay Door Panel Kit (part number U-OL2175B —
Black or part number U-OL2175W — White), 3/4-inch
door panel overlay, cutting tools, drill and bits (Black or
White units) (If installing a 3/4” Full Overlay)

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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 and White 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 water, drain and electrical
connections in the rear.

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

Cut-Out Dimensions

See Electrical

Specifications

34-1/4"

to

35-1/8"

8"

for Power Supply

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. The 24" depth is the cabinet depth in most
installations. The unit is 24" deep including the handle
on Black and White models and 24" deep including the
door and not the handle on Stainless Steel models (see

Figure 2).

IMPORTANT

If you would like to align the face of the unit with other
adjacent cabinet doors in certain installations, you may
need to alter the wall just behind the drain connection on
the unit to accommodate the drain. The actual amount of
alteration will be determined by your actual drain
connection components.

24"

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Product Dimensions

24"

Including

Handle

34-1/8"

23-15/16"

Black and White Stainless Steel

Figure 2

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 44 on Page 17).

26-1/8"

Including

Handle

34-1/8"

23-15/16"

Door Swing/Clearances Information

Black and White 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.

Reversing the Door

(Black and White 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 4).

To reverse the door:

Remove top hinge screw

1.
pin from door (Phillips
screwdriver) (see

).

Remove

5

Figure

door by tilting

forward and lifting off bottom hinge pin.

Remove plastic screw plugs (3 each, top and bottom)

2.
from new hinge location. Do not discard (see

Figure 4

Figure 6

ULIN_0015_A

).

90°

Door Swing

Figure 3

Wall Wall

1/4" Min.

21-3/4"

25-1/2"

90°

Door Swing

Black and White

2-1/8" Min.

Stainless Steel

21-3/4"

25-1/2"

Screw Plugs

Figure 6

Figure 5

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

Figure 7

).

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

1

Figure 7

Figure 8

2

).

ULIN_0003_A

Door

Closer

Inserts

Figure 8

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 9

). Be sure notch in plate faces center.

Figure 9

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

Figure 10

).

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

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 16.

Water Supply

The unit requires a 1/4-inch OD water supply line and a
shut-off valve. For more information see Page 15.

Drain

The unit’s generous 7-inch drain connection height
extends the distance the unit can be located from a
gravity drain. For more information see Page 13.

IMPORTANT

Drain can NOT be located directly below unit. Unit has a
solid base that will not allow unit to drain below itself.

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 and may also reduce the ice
production rate for those models with icemakers.

• If the ambient temperature is expected to drop below
45°F (7°C), drain all water from the unit to prevent
freezing damage not covered by the warranty.

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

• For best performance and life outdoors, place under a
counter or provide shelter of some kind.

• 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.

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

Figure 10

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Side-By-Side Installation
Instructions

For a complete refreshment center, install your
CLRCO2175 Clear Ice Maker/Refrigerator beside a U-Line
Drawer or Wine Captain Model (see Figure 11 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:

Placing a CLRCO2175 Clear Ice Maker/Refrigerator next
to a 2115 series unit would require a cut-out width of:
24-3/16" + 15-3/16" = 39-3/8"

Placing a CLRCO2175 Clear Ice Maker/Refrigerator next
to a 2175 series unit would require a cut-out width of:
24-3/16" + 24-3/16" = 48-3/8"

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

•

be maintained
unobstructed door swing.

• Units must operate from separate, properly grounded

electrical receptacles placed according to each unit’s
Electrical Specifications.

between the units to ensure

4 Prepare and Install Door Panel

(Black and White Units Only)

Two types of custom door panels can be installed on your
Black or White unit to harmonize with or accent the
surrounding décor: a Custom 1/4" Insert or a Full Overlay.
If no custom door panel is used, go on to 5 Adjust Door.

Custom 1/4'' Door Panel Insert

Door Panel Preparation

A custom door panel can be inserted into the doorframe.
Custom door panels can be flat or raised, as long as the
maximum panel thickness where inserted into the door
reveal (channel) is 1/4"-thick. For raised panels, the depth
of the reveal is 1/4" on all four sides.

IMPORTANT

Raised panels will reduce the door’s 90° swing/zero
clearance if the unit is installed next to a wall or similar
type of structure.

For 2175 models cut the panel insert to the following
dimensions.

Custom 1/4" Dimensions:

Typical Side-By-Side Cut-Out

34-1/4"

to

35-1/8"

24"

1/4" Space

Between

Appliances

Figure 11

Width: 23-1/32"
Height: 27-11/16"

For 2115 & CLR2160 models cut the panel insert to the
following dimensions.

Acceptable

Location

7"

Preferred
Location for
CLRCO2175

Receptacle

Custom 1/4" Dimensions:

Width: 14-1/32"
Height: 27-11/16"

The door panel must not weigh more than 20 lbs.

1-1/2"

Door Panel Installation

Install the insert as follows:

CAUTION

Use care when handling the insert. Insert edges may be
sharp.

1. Remove top hinge screw pin (using a Phillips
screwdriver, see Figure 12). Remove door by tilting
forward and lifting off bottom hinge pin.

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A

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Figure 12 Figure 13

2. Pull door gasket out of groove (top edge of door only).
Start in the middle and pull outward, moving toward
the edge (see

Figure 13

). This may take some force.

3. Remove two outside screws holding door handle.
Slightly separate door handle from door (see

Figure 14

).

4. Pull handle up and off.

5. Remove and discard
existing panel and
cardboard spacer.

6. Slide custom door panel
insert into 1/4-inch
channel in door front.

7. Holding door gasket out
of the way, replace handle

Figure 14

on door, making sure it is
seated properly on insert
and that screw holes line up.

8. Install two small screws removed in Step 3.

9. Starting at the corners and working inward, push door
gasket into place on door.

Full Overlay Door Panel

Door Panel Preparation

A full overlay door panel completely covers the
doorframe and handle to give a built-in appearance. See
your U-Line dealer for the optional Full Overlay Door
Panel Kit.

2175 Models:

P/N U-OL2175B -- Black
P/N U-OL2175W -- White

2115 & CLR2160 Models:

P/N U-OL2115B -- Black
P/N U-OL2115W --White

Appropriate hardware, Modified Handle, Replacement
Hinges and a copy of these instructions will be included in
the kit.

1. Cut the overlay to the following dimensions (see
Figure 15).

Full Overlay Dimensions:

2175 Models: 2115 & CLR2160 Models:

Width: 23-3/4" Width: 14-3/4"
Height: 29-3/4" Height: 29-3/4"

The door panel must not weigh more than 20 lbs.

31/32"

Relief Notch

for Pivot Plate

3/4"

1/8"

10. Place door on bottom hinge pin and install upper hinge
screw.

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Figure 15

Rear View

of

Wood Panel

Width

ULIN_0400_A

Height

IMPORTANT

Rear View of wood panel for right-hand hinge shown. Use
mirror image for left-hand hinges.

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2. Create a relief (

Figure 15

) for pivot plate by cutting

notch in top corner of overlay panel. Refer to

16

for exact specifications.

15/32"

ø 0.177" (#16 Drill)

11/16" Deep

3/8"

31/32"

Ref

3/4" Min Ref

.125"

11/16"

1/4" Ref

3/8"

SIDE VIEW

13/32"

Figure 16

Figure

TOP VIEW

BACK VIEW

BOTTOM VIEW

x

ø 5/16"

1/4" Deep

Chamfer 1/32" x 45°

ULIN_0401_A

Installation Instructions

Removing Existing Door

1. Remove the door shelves by first pulling shelves up at
a 45° angle, then straight out.

2. Remove top hinge screw pin (Phillips screwdriver).
Remove the door by tilting forward and lifting off the
bottom hinge pin.

3. Pull door gasket out of the groove (top edge of door
only). Start in the middle and pull outward, moving
toward the edge (see

Figure 17

force.

Figure 17 Figure 18

). This may take some

Old Handle

New Handle

ULIN_0403_A

Route notch in top corner of overlay panel as shown
(see Top and Side Views). Top of notch is entire depth
of panel, front to back.

Width: 31/32"

Depth: 1/8"

CAUTION

Be careful not to drill too deep! Drilling holes too deep
may destroy your door panel.

3. Drill hole for upper door hinge (top of panel) (see

Figure 16

, Top View).

0.177" diameter
(#16 drill) x 11/16" deep

4. Drill hole for lower door hinge (see

Figure 16

, Bottom

View).

5/16" diameter x 1/4" deep

CAUTION

It is important to ensure that all drilled holes are drilled to
the correct depth in order to avoid splits in the wood
when hardware is installed.

4. Remove the two screws located on both sides of the
handle.

5. Remove the handle and discard. (This handle will be
replaced with the Overlay Handle included in the Full
Overlay Door Panel Kit.)

6. Slide the existing door panel out of the doorframe.

Attaching the Full Overlay Panel

1. Place and tape the existing door panel on the back of
the overlay panel (see Figure 19) and drill holes
through both panels according to Figure 20. Remove
tape adjoining the panels and enlarge the six holes in
the steel (black/white vinyl color) panel using a 0.201"
(#7) drill.

2. If a user-supplied cabinet handle will be used, attach its
hardware to the overlay panel at this time.

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Back of

Wood
Panel

1-3/4" Top

Wood Panel

Figure 19

Tape

Top of

Drill ø 5/32" x 3/8" Deep

6 places Model 2115 and CLR2160

7 Places Model 2175

For use with #10 x 5/8"

Wood Screw and Nylon Spacer

3/8"

Both Sides

2-5/8"±1/4"

15-9/16"±1/4"

Removed

Door Panel

Side of

Wood Panel

Typical

Wood Panel

Figure 21

Door Panel

Plastic Spacer

Seven Required

#10 x 5/8"

Round Head Screw

Seven Required

4. Remove the existing bottom pivot plate and replace
with the Full Overlay pivot plate (see

Existing

Door

Existing Bottom Pivot Plate

(Remove and Discard)

Figure 22

Wood Panel Bottom Pivot Plate

(5/8" Longer Than

Existing Bottom Pivot Plate,

Flush Side Facing Out)

#8-32 x 3/8" SEMS Hex Screw

Two Places

).

±

28-7/8"

1/4"

1"

11-7/8±1/32

For use on

Model 2175 Only

1"

ULIN_0402_A

Figure 20

3. Attach the door panel to the overlay panel using #10 x
5/8" wood screws and nylon spacers. The nylon spacers
fit between the overlay panel and the door panel as
shown in

Figure 21

door panel to slide back into the

. The spacers

allow the original

1/4"-thick door

reveal (channel).

Figure 22

IMPORTANT

Door panel and overlay panel must be aligned properly or
the door will not operate correctly.

Assembling the Door

1. Install the assembled panel by sliding the original door
panel back into the doorframe.

2. Replace the Overlay Handle and secure with the two
screws removed in Step 4 under Removing Existing
Door.

3. Attach Overlay cap to door, opposite side of where
hinges will be (see

3/4" Wood Panel

Figure 23

).

Overlay Cap

Replacement Handle

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Figure 23

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4. Attach Top Pivot Plate to door handle, on side where
hinges will be. Use the two #8-32 x 1/2" Flat Head
Phillips screws (Black) supplied with kit (see

#8-32 x 1/2" Flat Head Screws

Black, Two Places

Figure 24

).

3/4" Wood Overlay

Top Pivot Plate

Screw to attach Handle

Removed in step 4

Figure 24

5. Starting at the corners and working toward the center,
push the door gasket back into place.

Installing the Door

1. Remove the existing hinges from the unit, saving the
door closure assembly.

2. Install the new Replacement Top Hinge onto the unit
(see

Figure 25

Wood Panel Top Hinge Plate

(5/8" Longer than Existing Top Hinge Plate)

).

Pivot Post

Door Closure Top

Door Closure

Bottom

Boss

Pivot Post

Boss

Existing Door

#8-32 x 1/2" Flat Head Screw

Three Places

Wood Panel Bottom Hinge Plate

(5/8" Longer than Existing Bottom Hinge Plate)

Figure 26

IMPORTANT

Pivot posts must be cleaned. Closers must also be clean
and greased to ensure proper operation.

5. Place the modified door onto the pivot post.

6. Position door and install the pivot post into the top
hinge (using the Phillips screwdriver).

7. Adjust door as needed for proper closure.

8. Check to see that light goes off when the door closes.

9. Reinstall the door shelves by lining up the bosses and
first pushing straight in, then down at a 45° angle.

#8-32x 1/2"

Flat Head Screw

Three Places

Top Pivot Plate

Figure 25

Door Panel

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3. Install the pivot post into the new Replacement Bottom
Hinge (using the Phillips screwdriver) and install the
hinge onto the unit.

4. Replace the door closure assembly onto the bottom
pivot post (see

Figure 26

). Be sure that bosses on

closers align with holes in hinge and hinge plate.

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5 Adjust Door

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 door panel 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 27

).

Figure 27

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

6 Prepare Plumbing

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

Note: If door is adjusted correctly, but panel is not square
with the adjacent cabinets, slight adjustments can be
made by drilling the holes in the vinyl coated steel panel
slightly oversized. See Figure 21 on Page 10.

Adjusting Door Alignment

1. Remove top hinge screw
pin (Phillips screwdriver,
see Figure 28). 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

Outside

Door Edge

Raise

Lower

Outside

Door Edge

Notch

Figure 29

3. See

Figure 29

. 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 30

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

6 Prepare Plumbing

to

).

Door

Closer

Inserts

.

Boss

Figure 30

Figure 28

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CAUTION

Plumbing installation must observe all state and local
codes. All water and drain connections MUST BE made by
a licensed/qualified plumbing contractor. Failure to follow
recommendations and instructions may result in damage
and/or harm.

Drain Connection

IMPORTANT

Drain can NOT be located directly below unit. Unit has a
solid base that will not allow unit to drain below itself.

The CLRCO2175 can be installed using a Gravity Drain, a
Factory-Installed Drain Pump (U-Line P60) or a Locally­Installed (U-Line P60) Drain Pump. Drain lines must have a
5/8-inch inside diameter. The floor drain must be large
enough to accommodate drainage from all attached
drains.

Follow these guidelines when installing drain lines to
prevent water from flowing back into the ice maker
storage bin and/or potentially flowing onto the floor,
causing water damage:

Gravity Drain

Waste

Shut-Off

Valve

Cold

Water

Figure 32

Waste

Hot

Water

If using a Gravity Drain:

1. Attach the 5/8-inch ID drain connection on the back of
the unit to a 5/8-inch OD rigid tube, using a worm
clamp.

2. Attach the other end of the rigid tube to your 5/8-inch
ID drain line with a worm clamp.

3. Insulate the drain line, if necessary to prevent
condensation. Go on to Water Supply Connection.

Gravity Drain

A Gravity Drain may be used if:

• Drain line has at least a 1-inch drop per 48 inches of
run (1/4 inch per foot).

• Drain line does not create traps or created traps are
vented (see Figure 31).

Normal

Proper Drain

Poor Drainage, Water Will Back Up

Figure 31

See Figure 32 for a typical Gravity Drain installation.

With Trap

With Trap and Vent

Proper Drain

Factory-Installed Drain Pump

If your drain line will run up to a stand pipe, disposal
assembly or spigot assembly or does not otherwise meet
the requirements for a Gravity Drain, you may have
ordered the CLRCO2175 with a U-Line P60 Drain Pump.
See Figures 33, 34 and 35 for typical installations
requiring a Drain Pump. If you need to install a P60 Drain
Pump into your unit, see Locally-Installed Drain Pump on

Page 15.

Stand Pipe

Waste

Shut-Off

Valve

Cold

Water

Hot

Water

Figure 33

Waste

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Air Gap

(Optional Hook-Up)

Waste

Cold

Water

Hot

Water

Shut-Off

Valve

Figure 34

Spigot Assembly

Air Gap

(Optional Hook-Up)

Waste

Shut-Off

Valve

Cold

Water

Hot

Water

Figure 35

IMPORTANT

Before installing your U-Line CLRCO2175 with Factory­Installed U-Line P60 Pump, it is extremely important to
check and test all hose connections at the drain pump.
There is a possibility that hose connections may have
loosened during shipment.

To check and test hose connections:

1. Make certain the unit is not plugged into an electrical
outlet.

2. Carefully push the power cord grommet through the
hole in the back panel (see

Screws

Grommet

Power

Cord

Figure 36

Drain

Fitting

).

Water

Connection

Back

Panel

Figure 36

3. Remove 12 screws and back panel.

WARNING

Back panel serves as a guard. DO NOT put your
hands inside the ice maker cabinet or attempt to
touch any components except the discharge tube
during testing. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or death.

4. Check that the clamps and hose connections are tight at
the following areas (see

• Discharge tube (A)

• Drain tube (B)

• Vent tube (C)

Figure 37

):

WARNING

To prevent accidental electrocution, make certain
that the floor surfaces surrounding the unit are
dry whenever power is removed from, or applied
to, the unit.

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C

A

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5. Place a suitable container beneath the pump’s discharge
tube. (The bucket must be able to hold a minimum of
one gallon.)

6. Plug the ice maker power cord into a properly
grounded, polarized electrical outlet.

7. Verify pump operation by pouring one gallon of water
into the ice storage bin of the ice maker. The pump
should energize and pump the water into the container.

8. At this time, verify that all tube and clamp connections
are tight and leak free.

9. Unplug unit power cord from electrical outlet.

10. Reinstall back panel.

To connect to drain:

1. Attach the 5/8-inch ID drain connection on the back of
the unit to a 5/8-inch OD rigid tube, using a worm
clamp.

2. Attach the other end of the rigid tube to your 5/8-inch
ID drain line with a worm clamp.

3. Insulate the drain line, if necessary to prevent
condensation. Go on to Water Supply Connection.

Locally-Installed Drain Pump

If a gravity drain connection is not possible, and you have
not purchased the CLRCO2175 with factory-installed
pump, we strongly recommend the use of the U-Line P60
drain pump. The U-Line P60 drain pump is available
through your Dealer, or direct from U-Line with complete
installation instructions. If a pump other than the U-Line
P60 drain pump is to be used, it must meet the following
specifications:

CAUTION

In the event of a power outage, restricted drain or pump
failure, the failure to use the U-Line P60 drain pump or a
pump with the above listed specifications, could result in
substantial water leakage and pooling with severe and
costly water damage and related consequential damages
and harm.

Water Supply Connection

When connecting the water supply, follow these
guidelines:

• Review the local plumbing codes before you install the
unit.

• Connect to the cold water supply.

• The water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi.

• Install a shut-off valve in the 1/4 inch Outside Diameter
water supply line.

• Connect sufficient tubing to the unit so that tubing
may be looped, allowing the unit to be removed for
cleaning and servicing (see Figure 40). However, make
certain that the tubing is not pinched or damaged
during installation.

Note: U-Line recommends the use of copper tubing
for installation. The use of other types of tubing is not

recommended due to potential aftertaste & deterioration
over time.

To connect to water supply:

1. Install the 1/4 inch Outside Diameter copper water line

from the main water source (see Figure 38).

It must be UL listed and have a UL listed, 120 VAC,

•
3-wire grounded power cord.

It must have overall maximum outside dimensions of

•
8-3/4" wide x 5-3/4" deep x 7-3/4" high.

• It must have a minimum flow rate of 1.5 gallons per
minute at 10 feet of lift.

• It must have a sealed sump which does not allow water
leakage in the case of a power outage, restricted drain
or pump failure.

• It must have a check valve in the discharge line to
prevent waste water return to the pump.

• It must have an overflow protection control which will
shut off power to the ice maker in the event of a pump
failure.

• It must have an operating temperature range of 50°F
to 110°F (10°C to 40°C).

Water

Connection

Figure 39Figure 38

2. Locate the compression fitting and ferrule packed with
the unit. Slide the compression fitting and ferrule over
the 1/4-inch Outside Diameter water supply line. Do
not use thread sealing compound or tape. Using two
wrenches, tighten the compression fitting on the
supply line (see Figure 39).

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3. Carefully bend the water supply line into position and
connect the line to the solenoid valve (see

Figure 40

).

Avoid kinking the water supply line.

Figure 40

IMPORTANT

Normal operation creates some vibration. A water supply
line contacting cabinet wall may cause excessive noise
during operation or damage to the line.

4. For recessed installations, allow extra water supply line
length to provide slack for easy removal from the
recessed area (see
against kinking the line.

5. Go on to

7 Prepare Power Supply

Figure 40

). This will also safeguard

.

7 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 41 for recommended receptacle location.
Plugging the unit into a receptacle located behind an
adjacent cabinet will allow the CLRCO2175 to be more
easily serviced with self-diagnostics without disturbing
your installation.

Preferred

Acceptable

Location

24"

Location

for CLRCO2175

Receptacle

7"

1-1/2"

Figure 41

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.

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8 Level the Unit

Leveling Information

IMPORTANT

It is extremely important that the unit is level. If it is not
level, the ice mold will not fill evenly.

A unit that is not level can
cause a reduction in ice rate,
uneven sized cubes or water
spilling into the storage
area, which will cause the ice
in the bin to melt
prematurely (see Figure 42).

Remember that floors near
drains have a tendency to
slope towards the drain.

1. Use a level to check the
levelness of the ice maker
from front to back and
from side to side. Level
should be placed along
top edge and side edge
as shown (see Figure 43).

Figure 42

1

2. If the ice maker is not level, adjust the feet on the
corners of the unit as necessary (see

Turn Foot to Adjust

Figure 44

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

9 Install the Unit

.

Figure 44

).

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.

Figure 43

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Installation of the CLRCO2175

1. Open the water supply valve in the main water source.

2. Plug in the power cord.

3. Open the door and press the POWER icon (see

47, 1

) on the display until OFF is displayed..

Note: If the unit is NOT turned OFF, water will
immediately start flowing into the unit when it is first
plugged into the electrical outlet.

4. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to
kink the drain or water supply line or entangle the
electrical cord.

5. Re-check 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.

6. Test the drain system by pouring one gallon of water
into the ice bin. The water should drain freely and there
should be no leakage.

7. Remove the tape from the glass shelves and wipe out
the inside of the unit with a clean, water-dampened
cloth.

Figure

Relocating the Shelves

Both the glass shelves in the refrigerator and the inner
door shelves can be moved to accommodate your bottles,
cans and containers.

Glass Shelves on Right-Hand Hinge Units

Door Shelves

1. First pull shelf up at a 45°
angle, then straight out
(see Figure 46).

2. Choose new location and
line up on bosses. First
push straight in, then
down at a 45° angle.

Figure 46

Notch

Boss

Installation Troubleshooting

Problem

:

Water is leaking under the unit.

Solution

:

A water leak under the unit is most likely caused by a bad
connection in the water supply line. Make sure the water
line’s brass fitting is screwed tight to its valve and
threaded correctly. Make sure the fill tube’s connection to
the water line is also tight. Check drain line to make sure
it has not been disconnected from drain connection on
back of the unit or disconnected from the drain.

Problem

:

The door remains open unless it is pushed closed.

1. Open door fully, grasp shelf firmly, lift front edge
slightly, and pull straight out.

2. Choose new location and slide shelf onto the
appropriate rib.

Glass Shelves on Left-Hand Hinge Units

1. See Figure 45. Pull shelf
out about 6” to clear the
wall’s molded protrusion.

2. Tilt right-hand edge of
shelf up.

3. Keeping at this angle and
hugging the right wall,
pull the shelf out.

4. Choose new location and
insert over ribs, tilting
right-hand edge up. Push
in, then lower shelf onto
ribs.

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1. Pull Out 6"

3. Pull

2. Tilt

Figure 45

Solution

:

The hinges should be self-closing when the door is open

"

approximately 8
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.

Problem

:

The custom overlay door was designed to align with the
rest of the cabinet doors, but the unit has crept forward.

Solution

:

First, make sure that the electrical cord and water supply
line are not obstructing the installation. If they are not,
there is mostly likely not enough room allowed for the
drain connection on the rear of the unit. You may need to
alter the wall behind the unit to accommodate the drain
connection.

. If this is not the case, make sure the

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10 Start-Up for the First Time

Initial Start-Up

Once installation and leveling is complete, the unit is
ready for initial start-up and operation. The Display panel
is located inside the unit, on the top of the refrigerator
side(see Figure 47, 1).

The LED display shows the temperature set point
and is calibrated in degrees Fahrenheit. The
controller is factory programmed for a set point of
38°F which will show when the unit is first powered
up

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Figure 47

1. Open the door and remove the cover in front of the
evaporator by gently compressing and pulling
forward. This will enable you to observe the water
flow over the evaporator.

2. Check that the overflow tube is inserted securely into
the water trough.

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Other settings for the Clear Ice Maker side of the
CLRCO2175 are factory preset. No adjustments should be
necessary at this time. For information about Ice Cube
Thickness, or additional settings, see the Use and Care
Guide.

3. Press the POWER icon
aproximately five seconds until the
and release
the water reservoir. The water fill valve shuts off after
approximately 180 seconds (3 minutes). The compressor
begins to operate.

4. Watch the water flow over the evaporator assembly (ice
cube tray) to familiarize yourself with the operation.
Upon initial start-up, water flow over the evaporator
may be uneven. This may cause uneven sized cubes or
water spilling into the ice storage bin. This is a normal
situation and will correct itself within the first 24 hours
of operation.

5. Replace the evaporator cover. Note that after the first
slab of ice is produced, ice production will stop until the
refrigerator side of the CLRCO2175 reaches the set
point temperature. Then, ice production will begin
again.

6. Allow unit to run for at least 24 hours to stabilize
before making any temperature or ice adjustments.

. The water fill valve will energize and fill

(see Figure 47, 1)

°F symbol flashes

and hold for

IMPORTANT

It is possible that dirt or scale will dislodge in the water
line. Always throw away all ice cubes made during the
first two to three hours of operation.

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Problem

:

Unit does not appear to turn on when POWER icon is
pressed.

Solution

:

Remember that the compressor will not operate until the
water has been filling for about 3 minutes. Make sure unit
is plugged in and outlet has power (circuit breaker has
not tripped). If the unit is equipped with a drain pump,
check that the drain line is not obstructed, unit will shut
down due to the safety design of the pump if water
cannot drain.

Problem

:

Water does not appear to be flowing into unit.

Solution

:

Check that the water is connected and turned on, the line
is not obstructed and the overflow tube is inserted
securely into water trough.

Problem

:

The unit has been operating for 24 hours and water is still
not flowing evenly over evaporator.

Solution

:

Level unit for even water flow. Uneven water flow will
reduce ice rate and cause water to spill in ice bin.

IMPORTANT

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

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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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