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RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE. SINCE 1962.
1000 Series • 1215WC • 15" Single Zone Wine Captain® Model
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Contents
Intro |
Wine Rack Installation |
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Extended Non-Use |
Safety |
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Safety and Warning |
Service |
Disposal and Recycling |
Troubleshooting |
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Warranty |
Installation |
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Environmental Requirements |
Service Extended |
Electrical |
Wire Diagram |
Cutout Dimensions |
Product Liability |
Product Dimensions |
Warranty Claims |
Side by Side Installation |
Parts |
Anti-Tip Bracket |
Ordering Replacement Parts |
General Installation |
System Diagnosis Guide |
Grille / Plinth Installation |
Compressor Specifications |
Door Swing |
Troubleshooting Extended |
Door Stop |
Control Quick Guide |
Door Adjust |
Thermistor |
Wood Trim Finishing |
Defrost |
Operating Instructions |
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First Use |
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Control Operation |
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Sabbath Mode |
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Airflow and Product Loading |
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U-Line Wine Guide |
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Recommended Wine Storage |
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Maintenance |
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Cleaning |
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Cleaning Condenser |
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WELCOME TO U-LINE
Congratulations on your U-Line purchase. Your product comes from a company with over five decades of premium modular ice making, refrigeration, and wine preservation experience. U-Line continues to be the American leader, delivering versatility and flexibility for multiple applications including residential, light commercial, outdoor and marine use. U-Line’s complete product collection includes Wine Captain® Models, Beverage Centers, Clear Ice Machines, Crescent Ice Makers, Glass & Solid Door Refrigerators, Drawer Models, Freezers, Combo® Models, and more.
U-Line has captivated those with an appreciation for the finer things with exceptional functionality, style, inspired innovations and attention to even the smallest details. We are known and respected for our unwavering dedication to product design, quality and selection. U-Line is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and has shipped product to five continents for over two decades and is proud to have the opportunity to ship to you.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Looking for additional information on your product? User Guides, Spec Sheets, CAD Drawings, Compliance Documentation, and Product Warranty information are all available for reference and download at u-line.com.
PROPERTY DAMAGE / INJURY CONCERNS
In the unlikely event property damage or personal injury is suspected related to a U-Line product, please take the following steps:
1.U-Line Customer Care must be contacted immediately at +1.800.779.2547.
2.Service or repairs performed on the unit without prior written approval from U-Line is not permitted. If the unit has been altered or repaired in the field without prior written approval from U-Line, claims will not be eligible.
GENERAL INQUIRIES
U-Line Corporation
8900 N. 55th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53223 USA Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST T: +1.414.354.0300
F: +1.414.354.7905 Email: sales@u-line.com u-line.com
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SERVICE & PARTS ASSISTANCE
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST T: +1.800.779.2547
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Service Email: onlineservice@u-line.com Parts Email: onlineparts@u-line.com
Designed, engineered and assembled in WI, USA
Introduction 1
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Safety and Warning
NOTICE
Please read all instructions before installing, operating, or servicing the appliance.
Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow these general precautions with those listed throughout this guide:
SAFETY ALERT DEFINITIONS
Throughout this guide are safety items 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.
! DANGER
This unit contains R600a (Isobutane) which is a flammable hydrocarbon. It is safe for regular use. Do not use sharp objects to expedite defrosting. Do not service without consulting the “R600a specifications” section included in the User Guide. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
! WARNING
Service must be done by factory authorized service personnel. Any parts shall be replaced with like components. Failure to comply could increase the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.
! 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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Disposal and Recycling
! DANGER
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer, take off the doors and leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.
If the unit is being removed from service for disposal, check and obey all federal, state and local regulations regarding the disposal and recycling of refrigeration appliances, and follow these steps completely:
1.Remove all consumable contents from the unit.
2.Unplug the electrical cord from its socket.
3.Remove the door(s)/drawer(s).
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Environmental Requirements
This model is intended for indoor/interior applications only and is not to be used in installations that are open/ exposed to natural elements.
This unit is designed to operate between 50°F (10°C) and 100°F (38°C). Higher ambient temperatures may reduce the unit’s ability to reach low temperatures and/or reduce ice production on applicable models.
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 evaporate when the humidity drops.
! CAUTION
Damages caused by ambient temperatures of 40°F (4°C) or below are not covered by the warranty.
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Electrical
! WARNING
SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding Required. Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the unit until the electricity has been disconnected.
Never remove the round grounding prong from the plug and never use a two-prong grounding adapter.
Altering, cutting or removing power cord, removing power plug, or direct wiring can cause serious injury, fire, 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.
NOTICE
Electrical installation must observe all state and local codes. This unit requires connection to a grounded (three-prong), 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. A GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) is usually not required for fixed location appliances and is not recommended for your unit because it could be prone to nuisance tripping. However, be sure to consult your local codes.
See CUTOUT DIMENSIONS for recommended receptacle location.
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Cutout Dimensions
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 an electrical connection in the rear.
! CAUTION
Unit can NOT be installed behind a closed cabinet door.
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
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15-1/4" 
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Product Dimensions
Not Including Handle
23-1/4" (591 mm)
34-1/8" to 35-1/8"
(867 mm to 892 mm)
3-5/8" (92 mm)
14-15/16" (379 mm)
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Place bracket over holes and attach to unit with two |
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Two units may be installed side-by-side. |
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Tighten screws fully. |
Cutout width for a side-by-side installation is the cutout |
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No trim kit is required. However, 1/4" (6 mm) of space |
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Re-check the leveling, from front to back and side to |
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Units must operate from separate, properly grounded electrical receptacles placed according to each unit’s electrical specifications requirements.
Side-by-Side Installation with Bracket
1.Slide both units out so screws on top of units are easily accessible.
2.Remove screws as shown below.
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1.Slide unit out so screws on top of unit are easily accessible.
2. Place the unit into the area where it will be installed.
Check the door, sides, and top for a proper fit. Also 2. Remove the two screws from the opposite side of the test to make sure the door opens and closes freely.
hinge assembly using a T-25 Torx driver (see below).
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3. Place bracket (part #14154) over holes and attach to unit with two screws removed in step 2 using a T-25 Torx driver. Tighten screws fully.
4. Gently push unit into position. Be careful not to entangle the electrical cord or water line, if applicable.
5. Check to be sure the unit is level from front to back and side to side. Make any necessary adjustments. The unit’s top surface should be approximately 1/8" (3 mm) below the countertop.
6. Secure bracket into adjoining surface.
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4.Remove the unit. Using a square, extend center line “B” (see chart below). This line serves as the back edge for the anti-tip brackets. From the center line, measure “A” to the left and right. This line is the outer edge of each bracket.
5.Place the anti-tip brackets on the floor against the line drawn for the outer edge. Mark spots for the screw holes.
Surrounding area (Top view)
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Drill holes and mount anti-tip
brackets to floor
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6.Use a 1/8" drill to make two starter holes and fasten the anti-tip brackets to the floor using the screws provided.
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.
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LEVELING INFORMATION |
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1. Use a level to confirm the unit is level. Level should be placed along top edge and side edge as shown.
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2.If the unit is not level, adjust the legs on the corners of the unit as necessary.
Turn to Adjust
3.Confirm the unit is level after each adjustment and repeat the previous steps until the unit is level.
INSTALLATION TIP
If the room floor is higher than the floor in the cutout opening, adjust the rear legs to achieve a total unit rear height of 1/8" (3 mm) less than the opening’s rear height. Shorten the unit height in the front by adjusting the front legs. This allows the unit to be gently tipped into the opening. Readjust the front legs to level the unit after it is correctly positioned in the opening.
2.Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to entangle the cord.
3.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" (3 mm) below the countertop.
4.Remove the interior packing material and wipe out the inside of the unit with a clean, water-dampened cloth.
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Grille - Plinth Installation
REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE
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When using the unit, the grille (plinth strip/base fascia) must be installed.
! WARNING
DO NOT touch the condenser fins (4). The condenser fins are SHARP and can be easily damaged.
Removing the grille
1.Disconnect power to the unit.
2.Loosen the two screws (1).
3.Remove grille (2) and grille cap (3) from unit.
Installing the grille
1.Make sure grille cap (3) is behind grille in slots (2) provided in grille before attaching grille to unit.
2.Align cabinet and grille holes and secure, but do not over tighten grille screws (1).
3.Reconnect power to the unit.
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Door Swing
Wall |
Wall |
1/4" Min. |
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90 Door Swing
90 Door Swing
Units have a zero clearance for the door to open 90°, when installed adjacent to cabinets.
Stainless Steel and black and white models require 2-1/8" (54 mm) door clearance to accommodate the handle if installed next to a wall.
Integrated models require 1/4" (6 mm) clearance if installed next to a wall. Allow for additional space for any knobs or pulls installed on the integrated panel/frame.
Door Swing 1
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Door Stop
Your U-Line unit was shipped to you with the optional 90° pin(s). (Models that are 15" wide include 1 pin. Models that are 24" wide include 2 pins.) The unit’s door will open freely without a fixed opening angle limitation. If you would like the door stop at 90° follow these instructions.
NOTICE
The pin is designed to stop the door at 90° under normal operating conditions. It is not designed for excessive force. Do not use the door to move the unit in/out of the cutout during installation.
If your unit is already undercounter, it might need to be moved out/forward to access the hinge.
3.On 24" models, a second pin is included for the bottom hinge. Repeat steps above for second hinge.
NOTE: Threaded pin will be inserted from the bottom.
1.Locate the threaded pin.
2.With the door between 0° (closed) and 90° and using a 3/32" hex driver, install the threaded pin through the hinge.
4. Carefully slide your unit back in place.
NOTICE
The pin can be removed to return the door swing back to its original state by unscrewing the threaded pin.
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Door Adjustments
DOOR ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENT
Align and adjust the door if it is not level or is not sealing properly. If the door is not sealed, the unit may not cool properly, or excessive frost may form in the interior.
NOTICE
Properly aligned, the door’s gasket should be firmly in contact with the cabinet all the way around the door (no gaps). Carefully examine the door’s gasket to ensure that it is firmly in contact with the cabinet. Also make sure the door gasket is not pinched on the hinge side of the door.
To align and adjust the door:
1.Loosen (do not remove) top and bottom hinge screws.
2.Align door squarely with cabinet.
3.Make sure gasket is firmly in contact with cabinet all the way around the door (no gaps).
4.Tighten bottom hinge screws.
5.Tighten top hinge screws.
REVERSING THE DOOR
Location of the unit may make it desirable to mount the door on the opposite side of the cabinet.
The hinge hardware will be removed and installed on the opposite side of the cabinet.
TO REVERSE THE DOOR Remove grille:
Remove the grille (see GRILLE-PLINTH INSTALLATION section of this guide).
Remove top hinge and door:
1.Hold door to keep it from falling.
2.Remove top hinge from cabinet by removing three screws. Set aside and save for possible future use.
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