U-Line Origins 15WC Installation Guide

Installation Guide

15R Refrigerator
and 15WC Wine Captain

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15R and 15WC Models

Contents

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

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

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

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

Reversing the Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Other Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Side-By-Side Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Custom 1/4'' Thick Door Panel Insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Checking Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Adjusting Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Leveling Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installation Tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installation of the 15R/15WC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Grille Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Glass Shelf Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Start-Up Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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 15R
Refrigerator or 15WC Wine Captain
inside containing a User Manual and a Product
Registration Card. Complete and mail the Product
Registration Card or register online at
www.U-LineService.com. Once your unit is installed, keep
the User Manual and this Installation Guide in a safe place
for future reference.

15R units are available in Black vinyl clad cabinets with
matching doors and in Stainless models with a stainless
steel door panel, brushed aluminum doorframe and
handle, and a black cabinet. All 15R unit doors have a
slightly contoured handle across the top and are
reversible. The black doors have recessed front panels that
will accept a custom 1/4 inch thick door panel. 15R units
have three full and one “half” tempered glass shelves.

15WC units are Black or Stainless and have a vinyl-clad
cabinet and a framed, reversible, tinted glass door with
a slightly contoured handle across the top and a lock.
Stainless models have a black cabinet and grille and a
brushed aluminum doorframe and handle. All 15WC
units have five fixed wine racks and one “half” tempered
glass shelf.

Please carefully follow the directions that apply to your
unit and your intended design.

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Tools/Materials Required

• Screwdrivers — slotted and Phillips head

• 1/4-inch thick door panel material and cutting tools
(15R units)

Inspection

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

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Exterior Cleaning

(As Required)

Black Models:

• Black surfaces 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 Models:

• Stainless door panels, handles and frames can discolor
when exposed to chlorine gas, pool chemicals, salt
water or cleaners with bleach.

• Clean any glass door fronts with a non-chlorine glass
cleaner.

• Keep your Stainless 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 stainless steel cleaners/polishes on
any glass surfaces.

• Do not use cleaners that are not specifically
intended for stainless steel on stainless surfaces
(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

See Electrical

Specifications

34-1/8"

to

35"

for Power Supply

7"

1-1/2"

15-3/16"

Figure 1

Follow the cut-out drawing in Figure 1. The 15-3/16"
width allows 1/4" for ease in installation and removal of
the unit. 24" is the counter depth in most installations.
The unit is 23-1/8" deep including the door and not the
handle on Stainless models and 23-1/8" deep including
the handle on Black models (see Figure 2).

23-1/8"

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