U-line UBI1215S00B User Manual

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RIGHT PRODUCT. RIGHT PLACE. RIGHT TEMPERATURE. SINCE 1962.

1000 Series • BI1215 • 15" Crescent Ice Maker

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Intro

Service

Safety

Safety and Warning
Disposal and Recycling

Installation

Environmental Requirements
Electrical
Cutout Dimensions
Product Dimensions
Side by Side Installation
Water Hookup
Anti-Tip Bracket
General Installation
Integrated Panel Dimensions
Integrated Panel Installation

Troubleshooting
Warranty

Service Extended

Wire Diagram
Product Liability
Warranty Claims
Parts
Ordering Replacement Parts
System Diagnosis Guide
Compressor Specifications
Troubleshooting Extended
Defrost
Replace Ice Maker

Grille / Plinth Installation
Door Swing
Door Stop
Door Adjust

Operating Instructions

First Use
Ice
Airflow and Product Loading

Maintenance

Cleaning
Cleaning Condenser
Extended Non-Use

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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

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.

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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: [e-mail]

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Parts Email: [e-mail]

CONNECT WITH US

Designed, engineered and assembled in WI, USA

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NOTICE

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Safety and Warning

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.

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.

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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34-1/4"

(870 mm)

to

35"

(889 mm)

15-1/4"

(387 mm)

24"

(610 mm)

4"

(102 mm)

7"

(178 mm)

5/8"
(16 mm)

Preferred location
for water line and
eletrical outlet is in
adjacent cabinet.

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Cutout Dimensions

PREPARE SITE

Your U-Line product has been designed for either free-

standing 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.

If you would like to align the face of the unit

with other adjacent cabinet doors, you may need

to alter the wall just behind the drain connection

on the unit to accommodate the drain.

CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

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23-1/4

" (591 mm)

(Includes

3/4

" [20 mm] Integrated Panel)

34-1/8" to 35-1/8"

(867 mm to 892 mm)

14-15/16" (379 mm)

3-9/16" (91 mm)

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Product Dimensions

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Side-by-Side Installation

Two units may be installed side-by-side.

Cutout width for a side-by-side installation is the cutout

dimension of a single unit times two.

No trim kit is required. However, 1/4" (6 mm) of 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 requirements.

Side-by-Side Installation with Bracket

1. Slide both units out so screws on top of units are easily

accessible.

3. Place bracket 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 units into position. Be careful not to

entangle the electrical cord or water line, if applicable.

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" (3 mm) below

the countertop.

2. Remove screws as shown below.

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Water Hookup

PREPARE PLUMBING

The water valve uses a standard 1/4" (6.35 mm)

compression fitting. U-Line recommends using accessory

water hook up kit – part # WATERHOOKUP. The kit

includes a 10' (3 m) braided flexible water supply line and

a brass hose fitting. When using a 1/4” (6.35 mm) O.D.

soft copper supply line use the brass nut and sleeve

included with the nut.

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.

CAUTION

!

Do not use any plastic water supply line. The line

is under pressure at all times. Plastic may crack

or rupture with age and cause damage to your

home.

Do not use tape or joint compound when

attaching a braided flexible water supply line

that includes a rubber gasket. The gasket

provides an adequate seal – other materials

could cause blockage of the valve.

Failure to follow recommendations and

instructions may result in damage and/or harm,

flooding or void the product warranty.

Use new hose set. Do not reuse old hose set.

Water Supply Connection

When connecting the water supply, please note the

following:

• Before installing the unit and connecting to the cold

water supply, review the local plumbing codes.

• The water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi

(138 and 827 kPa).

• The water line MUST have a shut-off valve in the

supply line.

• The water line should be looped into 2 coils. This will

allow the unit to be removed for cleaning and servicing.

Make certain that the tubing is not pinched or damaged

during installation.

CAUTION

!

Turn off water supply and disconnect electrical

supply to unit prior to installation.

Use caution when handling back panel. The

edges could be sharp.

1. Turn off water supply and disconnect electrical supply

to product prior to attempting installation.

2. Remove the back panel.

WARNING

!

Connect to potable water supply only.

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screwdriver

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3. Locate water valve inlet.

4. Break away filler feature

in bushing with flat

screwdriver.

9. Install retaining clip.

5. Thread water line

through back panel hole

(with bushing).

6. Locate water valve inlet

and connect to valve.

7. Turn on water supply

and check for leaks.

8. Reinstall back panel.

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Anti-Tip Bracket

1. Slide unit out so screws on top of unit are easily

accessible.

2. Remove the two screws from the opposite side of the

hinge assembly using a T-25 Torx driver (see below).

NOTE: 1224 models shown with four screw. 1215 models

only have three screws, but same screws are used in both

applications.

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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General Installation

LEVELING INFORMATION

1. Use a level to

confirm the unit is

level. Level should

be placed along top

edge and side edge

as shown.

1

2. If the unit is not level, adjust the legs on the corners of

the unit as necessary.

INSTALLATION

1. Plug in the power/electrical cord.

2. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to

kink the water supply line or 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. Install the anti-tip bracket.

5. Remove interior packing material and wipe out the

inside of the unit with a clean, water-dampened cloth.

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.

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NOTICE

BACK SURFACE MUST HAVE AMPLE FLAT SURFACE
TO MOUNT OVERLAY PANEL FLAT AND WITHOUT
INTERFERENCE

3/4"
(20 mm)

Integrated Panel

14-3/4"

(375 mm)

30-1/4"
(768 mm)

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Integrated Panel Dimensions

INTEGRATED PANEL

Due to differences in surrounding cabinetry the

panel may not perfectly align with door. The

procedure below is designed to provide a

finished integrated panel that seamlessly

integrates with surrounding cabinetry.

The door panel must not weigh more than 20 lbs

(10 kg).

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.

When applying an integrated panel to a unit,

ensure that both sides are finished in order to

prevent warping. In some panel installations,

the panel may be visible through the glass while

the door is open.

Integrated Panel Dimensions

A full integrated door panel completely covers the door

frame and provides a built-in appearance.

Integrated Panel Preparation

1. Cut the panels to the dimensions listed in the diagram

below.

2. Optional: Stain or Finish panel to desired stain or color.

Be sure to closely follow the instructions provided by

the manufacturer.

3. Optional: Install handles and hardware.

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NOTICE

Align Panel

Against

Door/Drawer

Edge First

Align Top Of Panel With Highest Point Of Door/Drawer

Door

Panel

Integrated Panel

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Integrated Panel Installation

1. Fully open door/drawer.

2. Starting at corner, pull

gasket away from door/

drawer.

3. Continue to pull gasket

free from gasket channel.

4. Upon removal, lay gasket down on a flat surface.

5. The panel should be aligned with the outside edge

(opposite the hinge) and high enough to align with the

highest point in the door/drawer.

6. Secure integrated

panel to door/drawer

Bar

Clamp

using clamps. A

robust tape may also

be used. U-Line

recommends the use

of bar clamps to

Door/Drawer

secure the panel to

the door/drawer. If

using tape, be

Wood
Panel

certain the tape will

not damage panel

finish upon removal.

7. Using a 7/64" (3 mm)

Bar

Clamp

drill bit, drill 6 pilot

holes into the wood

panel 1/2" (12 mm)

deep using the holes in the door/drawer frame as a

guide.

Due to differences in floor construction or

surrounding cabinetry, the panel may not sit

flush with the top of the door/drawer.

It is important to ensure that all drilled holes are

drilled to the correct depth in order to avoid

splits in the wood when hardwood is installed.

8. Locate 6 of the #6x 1-1/4" (32 mm) screws provided

with your unit.

9. Using a Phillips screwdriver, place one screw into each

of the 6 pilot holes and screw down. Do not overtighten

screws.

10.Be sure the screws force their way past the opening on

the gasket channel and sit flush against the bottom of

the channel.

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