U-Line ULN-75WCSS-00 Installation Manual

Installation Guide

75R Refrigerator,
75WC Wine Captain
75BEV Beverage Center

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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

Adding a Final Finish Coat to Wood Trim . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Staining Wood Trim a Different Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Checking Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Adjusting Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

Leveling Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Installation Tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Installation of the 75R/75WC/75BEV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

Glass Shelf Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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

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

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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 75R
Refrigerator, 75WC Wine Captain
Center with a package 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.

75R units are available in Black or White 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 75R unit doors have a
slightly contoured handle across the top and are
reversible. The black and white doors have recessed front
panels that will accept a custom 1/4 inch thick door panel.
75R units have two full and one “half” tempered glass
shelves.

75WC 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 75WC
units have six fixed wine racks with no wood trim and one
“half” tempered glass shelf.

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or 75BEV Beverage

75BEV units have a black, vinyl-clad cabinet, a brushed
aluminum-framed, tinted glass door, a straight, vertical
brushed aluminum handle and a black grille. They are
ordered left- or right-hinged and the door is not
reversible. 75BEV units come with two maple trim wine
racks that can be finished or stained and two full and one
“half“ tempered glass shelves. They have anti-tip brackets
for freestanding installations.

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 thick door panel material and cutting tools
(75R units)

• Sandpaper; low odor, water clean up, quick drying
finish; tack cloth and, if desired, water-based wood
stain and synthetic foam brush (75BEV 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 and White Models:

• Black and White 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

for Power Supply

34-1/4"

to

35-1/8"

7"

4"

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 counter depth in most installations.
The unit is 23-7/16" deep including the door and not the
handle on Stainless models and 23-7/16" deep including
the handle on Black and White models (see Figure 2).

23-7/16"

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Product Dimensions

23-7/16"

Including

Handle

34-1/8"

23-15/16"

Black and White Refrigerator 75R

Black Wine Captain® 75WC

and

25-7/16"

Including

Handle

24"

Including

Handle

23-15/16"

Stainless Refrigerator 75R

Stainless Wine Captain

and

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75WC

34-1/8"

Door Swing/Clearances Information

Black and White 75R units have a zero clearance for the
door to open 90° (see Figure 3). Stainless 75R and 75WC
units require a minimum of 9/16", Black 75WC units
require a minimum of 3/16" and 75BEV units require
a minimum of 2" door clearance to accommodate the
handle if the unit is installed next to a wall or similar
type of structure.

Wall

1/4" Min.

20-7/8"

25-1/2"

90

Door Swing

Black and White Refrigerator 75R

Black Wine Captain

and

®

75WC

Door Swing

Stainless Refrigerator 75R

Stainless Wine Captain® 75WC

Wall

11/16" Min.

20-7/8"

25-1/4"

90

and

34-1/8"

23-15/16"

Beverage Center 75BEV

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 20 on Page 11).

Figure 3

2" Min.

90

Door Swing

Beverage Center 75BEV

Wall

20-7/8"

25-1/4"

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Reversing the Door

(75R Units Only)

All units may be left- or right-hand opening (75BEV units
cannot be field-reversed).

Black and White 75R Units

Note: The grille should not yet be installed. If it has been
installed, remove it for door reversing. See Page 11.

To reverse the door on Black or White 75R Refrigerator
models:

1. Remove top hinge from cabinet (four screws). See

Figure 4. Hold door to keep it from falling.

2. Lift the door off the bottom hinge.

6. Remove pivot screw from bottom hinge, invert screw
and reinstall pivot screw in hinge. See

Figure 6

.

7. Install bottom hinge on cabinet, opposite side, aligning
flat edge of hinge with outer edge of unit. Partially
tighten screws. See

Figure 8

.

Figure 7 Figure 8

8. Relocate plastic spacer/bushing on bottom of door to
the opposite side. See

Figure 9.

Clean out bushing hole

in door bottom if necessary.

Figure 4 Figure 5

3. Remove four plastic plugs in hinge holes, top of cabinet,
opposite side. See

Figure 5.

Be careful not to scratch

cabinet.

4. Remove pivot screw from top hinge, invert screw and
reinstall pivot screw in top hinge. See

Figure 6

. Do not

install hinge on cabinet at this time.

Hinge

Plastic

Plug Hole

Right Side

Door Swing

Right Side

Hinge

Screw

Invert
Screw

Invert
Hinge

Plastic

Plug Hole

Left Side

Door Swing

Figure 6

5. Remove bottom hinge from cabinet (four screws) and
screws on opposite side of cabinet. See

Figure 7

.

Bushing

Figure 9 Figure 10

9. Place door on lower hinge pin. Align flat edge of top
hinge with outer edge of unit and fasten upper hinge
to unit (four screws). Partially tighten screws until door
is aligned. See

Figure 10

.

10. Adjust door to assure proper seal. Tighten upper and
lower hinge screws securely.

11. Replace four plastic plugs removed in Step 4 into holes
on top of unit. Replace screws in holes in bottom of unit
on opposite side.

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Stainless 75R Units and All 75WC Units

Note: The grille should not yet be installed. If it has been
installed, remove it for door reversing. See Page 11.

Stainless 75R Refrigerator
models and Black and
Stainless 75WC Wine Captain
models are reversible by
moving the hinge hardware
to the opposite side
(Figure 11) as follows:

1. Remove the bottom hinge
(two screws) from door.

2. Remove top hinge (two
screws) from door.

3. Remove door.

4. Remove top hinge (four
screws for 75R or three
screws for 75WC) from
cabinet. Invert and install on bottom, opposite side of
cabinet.

5. Remove bottom hinge (four screws for 75R or three
screws for 75WC) from cabinet. Invert and install on
top, opposite side of cabinet.

6. Attach top hinge to door.

7. Attach botton hinge to door.

8. Adjust door to assure proper seal.

Figure 11

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 10.

Environmental Requirements

The surrounding air temperature must be at least 50°F
(10°C) but must not exceed 110°F (40°C). Units may be
installed outdoors in a covered area. The unit must not be
located near heat-generating equipment or in direct
sunlight.

Side-By-Side Installation
Instructions

For a complete refreshment center, install two of the
following 75 series units side by side: 75R, 75WC and CO75
Combo Ice Maker/Refrigerator. Note that each Side-By­Side 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 75R next to another 75 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

Typical Side-By-Side Cut-Out

34-1/4"

to

35-1/8"

1/4" Space

Between

Appliances

23-7/16"

7"

4"

Figure 12

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4 Prepare/Install Door Panel or

Prepare Racks

Three types of custom treatments may be involved in your
installation:

• 75R Refrigerators will accept a Custom 1/4" Thick Insert
to harmonize with or accent the surrounding decor.

• 75BEV Beverage Centers are equipped with two maple­trimmed 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. The trim on the racks may be coated with
a final finish or stained.

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

Custom 1/4'' Thick Door Panel Insert

(75R Refrigerator Units Only)

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.

Figure 13 Figure 14

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 14

some force.

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

4. Pull handle up and off.

). This may take

Figure 15

Figure 15

).

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 (see Page 5).

Cut the panel insert to the following dimensions.

Custom 1/4" Dimensions for Black and White units:

Width: 22-15/16"
Height: 28-5/32"

Custom 1/4" Dimensions for Stainless units:

Width: 22-15/16"
Height: 29-13/32"

The door panel must not weigh more than 20 lbs.

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 (7/64" Allen wrench, see

Figure 13

off bottom hinge pin.

). Remove door by tilting forward and lifting

IMPORTANT

Use care not to bend light switch bracket (where
installed), located on door bottom when installing door
insert. Do not set door on bottom edge when pushing
insert into place.

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

6. Holding door gasket out of the way, replace handle on
door, making sure it is seated properly on insert and
that screw holes line up.

7. Install two small screws removed in

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

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

10. Go on to

5 Adjust Door

.

Step 3

.

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CAUTION

To prevent permanent damage to the inner liner of the
Beverage Center, 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 Beverage Center. Failure to do so may cause
the inner liner of the unit to have a permanent odor,
which is not covered by the warranty.

Adding a Final Finish Coat to Wood
Trim

(75BEV Beverage Center Units Only)

1. Remove each wine rack by
sliding it out and up. See
Figure 16.

2. Remove and save screws
securing wood trim to the
racks.

3. Lightly scruff sand the
wood trim with 280 grit
3M Tri-M-Ite sandpaper.

4. Remove sanding dust with
a tack cloth.

Slide Out

and Up

Figure 16

Staining Wood Trim a Different
Color

(75BEV Beverage Center Units Only)

1. Remove each wine rack by sliding it out and up. See
Figure 16.

2. Remove and save screws securing wood trim to the
racks.

3. Apply Minwax Water-Based Wood Stain to wood with a
synthetic foam brush. Stain must penetrate
approximately 3 minutes. After this period, while stain
is still wet, take a stain-dampened rag and remove all
excess stain. Wipe in the direction of the grain with
medium pressure to achieve the desired stain color.

4. After 2 hours, repeat Step 3.

5. Allow stain to dry for a minimum of 3 hours before
finishing.

6. Sand the wood with very fine sandpaper to smooth the
surface from the staining process.

7. Remove sanding dust with a tack cloth.

8. Apply a thin coat of Minwax Polycrylic, following
container label for directions. Allow to dry 24 hours.

9. Lightly sand, tack and reapply 2 times, if desired.

10. Allow the final coat to dry for 24 hours.

5. Apply a thin coat of Minwax Polycrylic, following
container label for directions. Allow to dry 24 hours.

6. Lightly sand, tack and reapply 2 times, if desired.

7. Allow the final coat to dry for 24 hours.

8. Reinstall wood trim to wine racks using screws
removed in Step 2.

9. Reinstall wine racks in unit.

10. Go on to

5 Adjust Door

.

11. Reinstall wood trim to wine racks using screws removed
in Step 2.

12. Reinstall wine racks in unit.

13. Go on to

5 Adjust Door

.

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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's gasket should be firmly in
contact with the cabinet all the way around the door (no
gaps).

1. Carefully examine the door's gasket to assure that it is
firmly in contact with the cabinet.

Note: When inspecting door alignment, make sure the
light switch bracket makes contact with the light switch
plunger. Also make sure the door gasket is not pinched on
the hinge side of the door.

2. If the door is properly aligned, go on to

Power Supply

. If it is not, use the following procedure.

6 Prepare

Adjusting Door Alignment

75R, 75WC and
75BEV Units

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 18 for recommended receptacle location.

1. Loosen (do not remove)
top and bottom hinge
screws. See Figure 17.

2. Align door squarely with
cabinet. Make sure gasket
is firmly in contact with
cabinet all the way around
the door (no gaps).

3. Tighten bottom hinge
screws.

4. Tighten top hinge screws. Go on to

Supply

.

Figure 17

23-7/16"

7"

4"

Figure 18

6 Prepare Power

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.

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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 unit from
front to back and from
side to side. Level should
be placed along top edge
and side edge as shown
(see Figure 19).

Check

Level

Figure 19

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

Figure 20

).

8 Install the Unit

Installation of the 75R/75WC/75BEV

1. Plug in the power cord.

2. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to
entangle the electrical 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" below the
countertop.

Grille Installation

1. Locate and remove the grille screw from the cabinet,
using a standard blade screwdriver (or a 1/4"
nutdriver). See Figure 21

Grille Screw

.

.

Turn Foot to Adjust

Figure 20

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.

Figure 21

2. Remove the control knob by pulling it away from the
cabinet.

3. Identify the grille screw hole on the grille itself. It is
located toward the top of the middle recessed section
of the grille.

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4. Place the two hook-hinges (located on the rear bottom
side of the grille) onto the front lip of the unit base.
Swing the grille up into position, aligning the grille
screw hole on the grille to the grille screw hole on the
cabinet. See

Figure 22

.

.

Grille

Hook-Hinge

Unit Base

Front Lip

Hook-Hinge

Figure 22

5. Insert the screw. Do not overtighten.

6. Reinstall control knob.

Glass Shelf Installation

(75R Refrigerator and 75BEV Beverage Centers Only)

1. Carefully remove the glass shelves from the packaging.

2. Slide the shelves onto lower sets of ribs, making sure
the decorative graphics are on the underside of the
shelves. While edge strips go toward the rear and silver
edge strips (75R Only) go toward the front. See

Figure 23

.

9 Start-Up for the First Time

Initial Start-Up

The unit is shipped with the control preset to a mid-point
setting between 4 and 5. Assure that setting was not
altered in shipment. No other adjustments should be
necessary at this time. For information about Adjusting
the Temperature Control, see the User Manual.

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).

Problem

Q:

The light stays on when the door is closed.

Solution

A:

Make sure on/off switch is turned OFF. Check to see that
light switch actuator bracket is contacting the light switch
properly.

IMPORTANT

See the User Manual’s Troubleshooting Guide for more
solutions.

Figure 23

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Who to Call

Service Information

If the need for service arises, contact the dealer from
whom the unit was purchased. State the Model Number
and Serial Number and explain 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

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

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