U-Line U-2218WCS-00A, User Manual & Service Manual

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE SERVICE MANUAL Model U 2218WCS 00A ...

Page 2: ...tallation Door Swing Door Stop Door Adjust Maintenance Cleaning Cleaning Condenser Extended Non Use Operating Instructions First Use Control Operation Sabbath Mode Airflow and Product Loading U Line Wine Guide Recommended Wine Storage Service Wine Rack Installation Troubleshooting Wire Diagram Product Liability Warranty Claims Parts Ordering Replacement Parts R600a Specifications System Diagnosis ...

Page 3: ...rldwide U Line RIGHT PRODUCT RIGHT PLACE RIGHT TEMPERATURE 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...

Page 4: ...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 DANGER This unit contains R600a Isobutane which is a flammable hydrocarbon It is safe for regular use Do not use sharp objects to e...

Page 5: ...er 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 t...

Page 6: ...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 ...

Page 7: ...he 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 breake...

Page 8: ...ont grille plinth strip base fascia must NOT be obstructed CAUTION Unit can NOT be installed behind a closed cabinet door U Line products are designed and manufactured to be installed in the specified cutout openings shown and variance to the floors or cabinetry must be accounted for in your installation CUTOUT DIMENSIONS Metric measurements rounded and optimized 4 102 mm 7 178 mm 17 7 8 455 mm 33...

Page 9: ...oduct Dimensions 1 SAFETY INSTALLATION INTEGRATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SERVICE Product Dimensions 33 11 16 to 34 11 16 856 mm to 881 mm 17 3 4 450 mm 3 5 16 84 mm Not Including Handle 23 7 16 590 mm 9 ...

Page 10: ...ensions in each unit s Installation Guide Each door can be opened individually one at a time without interference However to ensure unobstructed door swing opening both doors at the same time 1 4 6 4 mm of space needs to be maintained between the units Hinge by Hinge Installation Mullion When installing two units hinge by hinge 13 16 22 mm is required for integrated models Additional space may be ...

Page 11: ... a 2 Phillips head screwdriver 3 Completely slide the unit into its position in the cabinet Be certain unit height is properly adjusted See GENERAL INSTALLATION 4 Open door completely Make certain door clears surrounding cabinetry 5 Using a 3 32 drill bit drill 3 pilot holes 5 8 16 mm deep into bottom of counter top Use the anti tip bracket as a template 6 Install the 3 remaining 8x5 8 screws into...

Page 12: ...GRATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SERVICE 5 Using a 3 32 drill bit drill 3 pilot holes 5 8 16 mm deep into cabinetry frame using the anti tip bracket as a template 6 Install the 3 remaining 3 8x5 8 screws into the plate using a 2 Phillips head screwdriver 12 ...

Page 13: ...l 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 Adjust the front legs to level the unit after it is correctly positioned in the opening INSTALLATION 1 Plug in the power electrical cord 2 Gently push the unit into position Be careful not to entangle the cord ...

Page 14: ...l to match your surrounding furniture Finish front back and edges to prevent warping Carefully follow the manufacturer s recommendations for finish application and cure times 3 Apply double sided tape to the backside of the integrated grill plinth strip base fascia Use the diagram below for reference U Line recommends 3M VHB tape a high strength bonding tape 4 Remove backing paper from double side...

Page 15: ...ia When using the unit the grille plinth strip base fascia must be installed WARNING DO NOT touch the condenser fins The condenser fins are SHARP and can be easily damaged Removing the grille plinth strip base fascia 1 Disconnect power to the unit 2 Loosen the two screws 1 3 Remove grille plinth strip base fascia 2 from unit Installing the grille 1 Align cabinet and grille holes and secure but do ...

Page 16: ... the door to open 90 Allow for additional space for any knobs or pulls installed on the integrated panel frame Stainless Steel models that are installed adjacent to a wall require 2 1 4 57 mm door clearance on hinge side to allow for door handle Units have a zero clearance when installed adjacent to cabinets Wall Wall 90 Door Swing 90 Door Swing Space Required For any Knobs or Pulls 2 1 4 MIN 57 m...

Page 17: ...ximately 90 2 Remove hinge cover by lifting top and bottom of hinge cover and sliding the cover inwards to remove from hinge 3 Once cover is removed slide hinge pin into hole as shown Pin should slide into place stopping the door at 90 if the pin does not go into the hole shown hold the door less than 90 open and try again 4 To fully seat the pin tap it lightly with a hammer 5 Carefully slide your...

Page 18: ...o make sure the door gasket is not pinched on the hinge side of the door CAUTION Do not attempt to use the door to raise or pivot your unit This would put excessive stress on the hinge system Removing Wrap 1 Open door completely 2 Remove the two wrap screws from the bottom of the stainless steel door wrap 3 Gently pull bottom of wrap away from door 4 The wrap hinges on top of the door Carefully pu...

Page 19: ... factory Initial startup requires no adjustments NOTICE U Line recommends allowing the unit to run overnight before loading with product When plugged in the unit will begin operating under the factory default settings If the unit was turned off during installation simply press and the unit will immediately switch on To turn the unit off press 19 ...

Page 20: ...UNCTION GUIDE FUNCTION COMMAND DISPLAY OPTIONS ON OFF Press and release Unit will immediately turn ON or OFF Toggle lights Press and release to leave interior light on for 3 hours Glass door wine and beverage centers only Adjust refrigerator set point Press and release When the F or C in the display is flashing press to adjust the set point temperature View temperature in unit Press together and r...

Page 21: ...internal temperatures and set points View a full list of Star K certified U Line units at www star k org To enable Sabbath Mode 1 Press 4 and hold for ten seconds and release the F C symbol will flash briefly at the end of the ten second period 2 The interior light and control display 3 will go dark until user resets mode 3 NOTE Although the display will not be visible the temperature controls in ...

Page 22: ...time or the unit will not perform as expected When loading your unit leave space between the internal fans or vents and product loaded Anything blocking the required airflow circulation will result in uneven temperature distribution in the cabinet and can also freeze product Do not install the unit behind a door When properly loaded your U Line unit will store up to 31 750 ml bottles of wine Door ...

Page 23: ...ject of wine is your own palate Do not be afraid to make mistakes Experiment discover but most of all enjoy yourself and your new U Line product Guide To Common Styles Of Wine Matching Food and Wine Although there are no hard fast rules for matching wine to food observe some guidelines Delicate dishes should be accompanied by lighter more delicate wines Full flavored foods should be matched with f...

Page 24: ...sentation of the cork has a rich and fascinating history dating back to the late 1800 s A phylloxera root louse devastation to the vineyards severely limited the supply of great wines Restaurateurs would remove labels on inferior wines and replace them with labels from superior wines This made it necessary for patrons to protect themselves by checking the branding on the cork to ensure that what t...

Page 25: ...diment is left undistributed and particles are not suspended vibration in a storage environment is not an issue Wines can become flat or tired when voids and vacuums are created inside the wine bottle In order to create voids and vacuums within a liquid aggressive motion or shaking of the wine bottle would have to occur Terminology Description Acidity A critical element of wine that is responsible...

Page 26: ... U Line Wine Captain model is designed to impress and inspire anyone with an interest in wine by providing cellar conditions in stylish undercounter units U Line Wine Captain models offer stable storage temperatures a 50 internal relative humidity and protection from UV light rays U Line has the largest product offering available making storing presenting and sharing your wine effortless and elega...

Page 27: ...e wine remains in contact with the cork which ensures the cork does not become dry U Line recommends arranging wine bottles as shown in the illustrations below Racks 1 through 5 Rack 6 Rack 7 Larger diameter bottles may be stored on the shaded racks illustrated below NOTE After stocking allow unit to stabilize product temperatures for 24 hours Use These Racks For Larger Diameter Bottles Champange ...

Page 28: ...brite will cause the graining in the stainless steel to become blurred Rust not cleaned up promptly can penetrate the surface of the stainless steel and complete removal of the rust may not be possible Integrated Models To clean integrated panels use household cleaner per the cabinet manufacturer s recommendation INTERIOR CLEANING Disconnect power to the unit Clean the interior and all removed com...

Page 29: ...in pan and possibly damaging water sensitive flooring the unit must be removed from cabinetry To defrost 1 Disconnect power to the unit 2 Remove all products from the interior 3 Prop the door in an open position 2 in 50 mm minimum 4 Allow the frost to melt naturally 5 After the frost melts completely clean the interior and all removed components See INTERIOR CLEANING 6 When the interior is dry rec...

Page 30: ...cessary Depending on environmental conditions more or less frequent cleaning may be necessary WARNING Disconnect electric current to the unit before cleaning the condenser NOTICE DO NOT use any type of cleaner on the condenser unit Condenser may be cleaned using a vacuum soft brush or compressed air 1 Remove the grille plinth strip base fascia See GRILLE PLINTH INSTALLATION 2 Clean the condenser c...

Page 31: ...net NOTICE Do not remove the track rails from the cabinet To insert wine racks in the cabinet 1 Align the left and right rack channels with the tracks in the cabinet Ensure an even track engagement on both sides by gently pushing the rack into the cabinet until it stops 2 Before reloading the rack ensure proper movement of the travel stops in the left and right track rails by pulling the rack out ...

Page 32: ... returned to service 3 If ice is on the evaporator allow ice to thaw naturally 4 Clean and dry the interior of the unit Ensure all water has been removed from the unit 5 The door must remain open to prevent formation of mold and mildew Open door a minimum of 2 50 mm to provide the necessary ventilation WINTERIZATION If the unit will be exposed to temperatures of 40 F 5 C or less the steps above mu...

Page 33: ...ed Compressor The compressor makes a hum or pulsing sound that may be heard when it operates Evaporator Refrigerant flowing through an evaporator may sound like boiling liquid Condenser Fan Air moving through a condenser may be heard Automatic Defrost Drain Pan Water may be heard dripping or running into the drain pan when the unit is in the defrost cycle TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE DANGER ELECTROCUTION...

Page 34: ...ings and the time the door is open The time the internal light is illuminated This mainly affects product on the top rack or shelf Digital Display Shows 1 16 or 99 A factory test mode may be enabled Adjust the temperature to 99 and press the LIGHT icon Product Is Freezing Because product in contact with the rear wall may freeze ensure no product is touching the rear wall Adjust the temperature to ...

Page 35: ...O COMPRESSOR 1 10 CONTROL BOARD ZONE TEMP FUSE T O D I S P L A Y 115 VOLT PLUG 220 240 VOLT PLUG 16 8 9 1 NEUTRAL WHITE 115v DARK BLUE 220 240v TO COMPRESSOR 6 1 10 5 T O U S B ZONE EVAP DOOR SWITCH AMBIENT TEMP TEST TERMINAL LIGHT EVAP FAN CONDENSER FAN GROUND GREEN or GREEN W YELLOW NEUTRAL WHITE 115v DARK BLUE 220 240v P R O G R A M I N G OPEN NEUTRAL HOT RELAY EMBRACO COMPRESSOR GREEN or GREEN...

Page 36: ...f a part the servicer is authorized to replace the part in question The part that caused the damage must be returned to U Line in its entirety The part must be clearly labeled with the serial number of the unit it was removed from the date and the servicer who removed the part If the service technician determines the damage is the result of installation issues water connection drain etc the consum...

Page 37: ... 12 represents the production month In most cases warranty status can be verified by the production date information within the serial number Alternatively a Proof of Purchase or equivalent may submitted with the warranty claim to document warranty status We also accept the following information to verify warranty status New Construction Occupancy Documents Closing Paperwork Final Billing Remodel ...

Page 38: ... 54415 00 18 Grille w screws 80 54011 00 19 Handle w logo 80 54214 00 20 Hinge covers 2 pcs 80 54001 00 21 Hinge mounting hole covers 80 54024 00 22 Hinges 2 w screws and covers 80 54013 00 23 LED light strip and cover assy 80 54000 00 24 Leg Levelers 4 80 54019 00 25 Main board w inst sheet 80 54297 00 26 Packaging 80 54143 00 27 Power cord 80 54413 00 28 Rack Assembly Bottom 80 54030 00 29 Rack ...

Page 39: ...ll be shipped at no charge after U Line confirms warranty status Please provide the model serial number part number and part description Some parts will require color or voltage information If U Line requires the return of original parts we will inform you when the parts order is taken This requirement will be noted on your packing list A prepaid shipping label will be included with the replacemen...

Page 40: ...al state and local laws regarding refrigerants Gloves and Eye Protection must be used R 600a is considered non toxic but is flammable when mixed with air Keep a dry powder type fire extinguisher in the work area R 600a is heavier than air do not allow any leakage migration to low areas such as basements and stairs Never use a torch on a fully charged refrigeration system Never substitute U Line OE...

Page 41: ...ipment should be at least 10 feet from the work area It is recommended that a simple LPG gas detector is on site during service Ensure that all R 600a is removed from the system prior to brazing any part of the sealed system Only a clean dry leak free system should be charged with R 600a R 600A SPECIFICATIONS LABELING R 600a equipped products are labeled both the unit and the compressor R 600a is ...

Page 42: ...stem prior to repair simple venting is not sufficient Evacuate and charge with dry nitrogen for leak checks Repair leaks or replace system parts as required When re brazing the system must be purged with dry nitrogen and at least one access point open to the atmosphere When re brazing proper ventilation is required along with constant monitoring for the presence of R600a refrigerant The filter dry...

Page 43: ...cess port on the compressor process stub Evacuate the system to 100 microns prior to charging Weigh in the R 600a charge using a refrigerant scale run compressor an extra two minutes to clear the charging hoses Seal the Schrader Type access port a proper cap and seal must be used to close the system SUMMARY Safely handling R 600a requires proper procedures and training R 600a approved service tool...

Page 44: ...er than normal Warm near room temperature Hot Warm Warm Extremely cold near inlet Outlet below room temperature Lower than normal Partial Restriction Somewhat lower than normal vacuum Warm near room temperature Very hot Top passes warm Lower passes cool near room temperature due to liquid Room temperature cool or colder Extremely cold near inlet Outlet below room temperature backing up Lower than ...

Page 45: ...rap that is grounded to an electrical ground or grounded water pipe Handle circuit boards carefully and avoid touching components To measure the start winding resistance measure across the C and S pins To measure the run winding resistance measure across the C and R pins Also check S to R and you should get the sum of the run and start windings To ensure the windings are not shorted check the S an...

Page 46: ...dy Not Cooling Compressor overheating Verify proper air flow through condenser Is condenser clean Confirm condenser fan operation Confirm proper compressor operating voltage Use 19 Component Testing in Service Mode Compressor not operating Confirm proper compressor operating voltage Use 19 Component Testing in Service Mode Test overload and relay replace as needed Compressor operating no cooling R...

Page 47: ... the unit does not or seems to not power on follow the flow chart below to help diagnose the issue Before beginning it is important to first verify the unit is not simply set to sabbath mode System Condition Suction Pressure Suction Line Compressor Discharge Condenser Capillary Tube Evaporator Wattage Normal Normal Slightly below room temperature Very hot Very hot Warm Cold Normal Overcharge Highe...

Page 48: ... have been ruled out as being faulty but the unit continues to have operating issues it is most likely due to a configuration error Configuration errors can be cleared by restoring the unit to its factory default setting Factory defaults may be restored through the service menu CAUTION Precautions must be taken while working with live electrical equipment Be sure to follow proper safety procedures...

Page 49: ...ill otherwise operate normally Evaporator thermistor errors will be displayed in the error log Always assure that all thermistor connections are clean and dry Whenever opening a thermistor connection be sure to apply a fresh dab of die electric grease REED SWITCH A reed switch is used to monitor door state When the door is closed magnetic force pulls the reed to its contact and closes the circuit ...

Page 50: ...ture Navigates through service menu LED activated with button activation 4 Light Button Activates light for 3 hours on select models Used to select items in service menu LED activated with button activation 5 Power Button Turns unit off on LED activated with button activation only turning unit off 6 Clean Button Activates Clean Cycle on CLR models LED activated with button activation 7 Alert LED N...

Page 51: ... begin to flash When the degree symbol is flashing the unit will allow the use of the control for demonstrations The unit can be left in this mode indefinitely To exit this mode interrupt power to the unit 3 SERVICE MODE This mode has 28 different options available for service diagnostics To enter the mode hold the hidden key for 10 seconds The display will show 0 When in this mode use the up and ...

Page 52: ... icon to enter and save change 14 Display error log Use up down to access and light bulb key to view 15 Clear error log Use up down to access and light bulb key to clear 16 View thermistor 1 differential Do not make any changes to this 17 Fan on delay start of cooling cycle Up down to select light icon to enter and save change 18 Fan off delay after cooling cycle stops Up down to select light icon...

Page 53: ... VIEW THERMISTOR 2 SET POINT MINUS OFFSET 10 Does not apply to this model 11 Does not apply to this model 12 DEFROST INTERVAL ADJUST 3 TO 24 HOURS This will adjust the interval between defrosts from 3 to 24 hours Adjusting from the factory settings may cause undesired temperature in the refrigerator section 13 DEFROST LENGTH ADJUSTMENT UP TO 99 MINUTES The length of the defrost can be adjusted up ...

Page 54: ...rs 23 COMPRESSOR RUNTIME BASED ON LAST CYCLE This will show the number of minutes the compressor has run in the prior cycle or current cycle if the compressor was running when service mode was entered 24 ACTIVATE DEFROST Turns on the hot gas bypass valve allowing hot gas to circulate through the evaporator causing frost to melt 25 RESTORE FACTORY DEFAULTS Will restore all adjustable functions to t...

Page 55: ...s F C Defrost Duration Minutes 45 Next Defrost Hours 12 Thermistor Four OFFSET 0 Thermistor Three OFFSET 0 Thermistor Two OFFSET 0 Thermistor One OFFSET 2 Thermistor One Differential Up 1 Thermistor One Differential Down 1 Thermistor Four Set Point 0 18 Thermistor Three Set Point 0 18 Thermistor Two Set Point 45 7 Refrigeration Set Point 45 7 Light Key 1 Has Ice 0 Maximum Ice Set Point 42 6 Minimu...

Page 56: ...and side wall It is used to maintain the operating temperature within the unit Thermistor two is located on the back of the evaporator It is used for defrost purposes Thermistor three is located by the condenser and is used mainly for diagnostics All three of the thermistors in the unit are identical If a thermistor is suspected of being defective it can be OHMed out In an ice water bath the therm...

Page 57: ...E Defrost These units are frost free technology Model Hrs Between Defrost Time Length Minutes Stop Point 2218R WC 12 45 42 2224BEV R WC 12 45 42 3018R WC 12 45 40 1224DWR 12 45 42 1224WC 12 45 45 3024DWR FZR BEV R 12 42 40 3036BVWC RR WCWC 12 42 40 C01224F 12 18 42 C029F 12 18 1224RF 12 18 42 57 ...

Page 58: ...and clear any condensation that may have appeared on glass doors and shelves Note If the unit is set to sabbath mode the evaporator fan will no longer respond to the state of the door switch In order to operate efficiently the evaporator fan blade and vents should be unobstructed and free of any dust buildup Evaporator Fan Replacement Should the evaporator fan need to be replaced follow the steps ...

Page 59: ... NOTICE Fan must be oriented to pull air in through lower evaporator cover vents and push air out at fan mounting location 15 Installation is the reverse of removal 16 Care must be taken to assure the bottom of the evaporator cover is reinstalled behind the front edge of the drain trough 17 Use sealant gum to seal any openings at rear of unit before reinstalling rear cover 18 Reinstall unit taking...

Page 60: ... improper use maintenance installation service repair acts of God fire flood or other natural disasters The product must be installed operated and maintained in accordance with your product s User Guide The remedies described above for each warranty are the only ones that U Line will provide either under these warranties or under any warranty arising by operation of law U Line will not be responsi...