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USER GUIDE

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Troubleshooting Extended

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Concern

Potential Causes

Action

Not Cooling

Compressor overheating

Verify proper air flow through condenser. Is condenser clean?
Confirm condenser fan operation.

Compressor not operating

Test overload and relay, replace as needed.

Compressor operating - no cooling

Refer to System Diagnosis Guide.

Frozen Product

Control set too cold

Adjust Set Point Temp accordingly.

Thermistor failure

Check Error Log in Service Mode, OHM thermistor.

Frost Buildup

Inside Unit

Door Ajar or Restricted from Closing

Check door clearance to adjoining cabinetry. Check

distribution of product in unit.

Thermistor failure

OHM thermistor

Display Not

Working

Display unplugged

Verify that both ends of the display wiring are firmly

connected.

Display wiring broken or damaged

Perform continuity test of wiring and replace as needed.

Interior Lights Not

Working

Door switch misaligned or defective

Check the function of reed switch and door magnet

adjustment.

Noisy

Refrigeration tubing touching cabinet

Carefully reposition tubing.

Fan blade obstruction (wiring, foam

insulation, packaging material)

Remove obstruction.

Summary of Contents for UHWC124

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE SERVICE MANUAL 1 Class UHWC124 24 Wine Refrigerator ...

Page 2: ...or Adjust Maintenance Free Standing Kit Cleaning Cleaning Condenser Extended Non Use Operating Instructions First Use Control Operation Airflow and Product Loading Recommended Wine Storage Service Wine Rack Installation Troubleshooting Wire Diagram Product Liability Warranty Claims Parts Ordering Replacement Parts R600a Specifications System Diagnosis Guide Compressor Specifications Troubleshootin...

Page 3: ...elect products are available worldwide 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...

Page 4: ...r or moderate personal injury property or equipment damage 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 Service must be done by factory authorized service personnel Any p...

Page 5: ...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 DANGER 5 ...

Page 6: ...emperatures 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...

Page 7: ...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 break...

Page 8: ...e 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 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS REAR FRONT TOP SIDE 4 102 mm 7 178 mm 24 610 mm 24 1 4 616 mm 34 1 8 867 mm to 35 1 8 892 mm Preferred location for electrical outlet is in adjacent cabinet 5 8 16 mm Power Cord 6 ft 183 cm 6 3 8 162 mm 3 7 8...

Page 9: ...ced 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 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 ...

Page 10: ...make sure the door opens and closes freely 3 Remove grille and place a mark on the floor at the front of the unit Also place a mark on the floor in the center of the unit 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 C ...

Page 11: ...an 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 INSTALLATION 1 Plug in the power electrical cord 2 Gently push the unit into position Be careful not to entangle the cord or water and drain lines if applicable 3...

Page 12: ... 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 from unit Installing the grille 1 Align cabinet and grille holes and secure but do not over tighten grille screws 1 Note When installing next to a 15 wide U Line product use the supplied spacers behind the grille The 24 grille will now be on the same plane as the 15 g...

Page 13: ...ing Units have a zero clearance for the door to open 90 when installed adjacent to cabinets Stainless Steel models require 2 1 8 54 mm door clearance to accommodate the handle if installed next to a wall Wall 90 Door Swing 2 1 8 Min 54 mm 13 ...

Page 14: ...the door To align and adjust the door 1 Gently pry off hinge cover from top of unit 2 Loosen do not remove top and bottom hinge screws using a Torx T 25 screwdriver 3 Align door squarely with cabinet 4 Make sure gasket is firmly in contact with cabinet all the way around the door no gaps 5 Tighten bottom hinge screws 6 Tighten top hinge screws and replace hinge cover REVERSING THE DOOR Location of...

Page 15: ...move three screws 2 Remove corresponding screws on opposite side of cabinet On some models there may be a nut behind one or both screws on either side Install bottom hinge Install two or three screws depending on model Replace nuts if used Install top hinge and door 1 Install hinge with longer straight edge aligned to outside edge of cabinet Do not tighten 2 Rotate door 180o and set on bottom hing...

Page 16: ...nto a cabinet Available at u line com To install the kit 1 Remove grille see GRILLE INSTALLATION section 2 Place shell accessory over front and back of cabinet base aligning holes of shell accessory with the holes on the base Insert sheet metal screw in back of base 3 Align front hole wit hole in shell accessory hole in base and hole in grille Tighten screw 16 ...

Page 17: ...n for more details NOTICE Temperature displayed reflects actual temperature inside unit If the temperature displayed is different than selected the unit is progressing towards the selected temperature Time to reach set point varies based upon ambient temperature temperature of product loaded door openings etc U Line recommends allowing the unit to reach set point before loading 17 ...

Page 18: ...for 5 seconds The display will change units Enable Sabbath Mode Press and hold for 5 seconds and release The oF oC symbol will flash briefly after 5 seconds Interior light and display will go dark and remain so until user resets mode unit continues to operate Disable Sabbath Mode Press and release Display and interior light return to normal operation Showroom Mode Hold and for 5 seconds Display wi...

Page 19: ...ties U Line uses the following sizes Combinations of red and white bottles are used in Wine Captain Models and Beverage Centers NOTICE Restricting airflow may result in poor product performance product failure and uneven internal temperatures and may freeze contents Typical Can 12 oz 4 123 mm 66 mm 2 27 32 19 32 Typical Bottle 12 oz 9 5 2 7 16 5 16 135 mm 64mm 229 mm Typical Red Wine Bottle 11 302...

Page 20: ...ottles so the 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 illustration below Racks 1 through 5 NOTE After stocking allow unit to stabilize product temperatures for 24 hours 1 2 3 4 5 Use Bottom Shelf for Larger Diameter Bottles and Champagne 20 ...

Page 21: ...less 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 components using a mild nonabrasive detergent...

Page 22: ...r 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 reconnect power and turn unit on 22 ...

Page 23: ...environmental conditions more or less frequent cleaning may be necessary WARNING Disconnect electric power 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 See GRILLE INSTALLATION 2 Clean the condenser coil using a soft brush or vacuum cleaner 3 Install the ...

Page 24: ...release lever up Pull the rack out until it is free of the tracks and the cabinet NOTICE Do not remove the track rails from the cabinet To insert rack 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...

Page 25: ...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 must be followed For questions rega...

Page 26: ...compressor makes a hum or pulsing sound that may be heard when it operates BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the unit before disconnecting the main electrical power Troubleshooting What to check when problems occur NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS IF SERVICE IS REQUIRED Troubleshooting Evaporator Refrigerant flowing throu...

Page 27: ...ing the testing period 6 After 24 hours check the temperature of the water If required adjust the temperature control in a small increment see CONTROL OPERATION Causes which affect the internal temperatures of the cabinet include Temperature setting Ambient temperature where installed Installation in direct sunlight or near a heat source The number of door openings and the time the door is open Th...

Page 28: ...ue White Black N C 1 6 Evap Cond fan Light Evap temp Zone temp Door switch Compressor FUSE Programming U s e r I n t e r f a c e 42376_C If Applicable POWER CORD ASSEMBLY 220 240 VOLT PLUG LIVE BLACK 115V BROWN 220 240V NEUTRAL WHITE 115V DARK BLUE 220 240V 1 1 5 5 28 ...

Page 29: ...ized 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 consumer would be notified and the is...

Page 30: ...ting for warranty labor Units must be registered prior to warranty submittal Customers may register at www U Line com A proof of purchase is required We also accept the following information to update warranty New construction occupancy documents Closing paperwork Final billing Remodel Warranty parts will be shipped at no charge after U Line confirms warranty status Please provide the model serial...

Page 31: ...4 00 3 COMPRESSOR ELECTRICALS 80 54150 00 4 COMPRESSOR 80 54149 00 5 CONDENSER ASSY 80 54801 00 6 CONDENSER FAN 80 54014 00 7 DISPLAY ASSEMBLY W OVERLAY 80 55594 00 8 DOOR ASSEMBLY 80 55593 00 9 DOOR GASKET 80 54213 00 10 DRAIN PAN 80 54217 00 11 DRIER 80 54055 00 12 EVAPORATOR ASSY 80 55411 00 13 EVAPORATOR FAN WITH COVER SCREWS 80 54151 00 14 EVAPORATOR COVER 80 55550 00 15 GRILLE ASSY 80 55597 ...

Page 32: ...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 emailed to you Please enclose a copy of the parts packing list and be sure the model and serial numb...

Page 33: ...ician must observe all federal 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 syste...

Page 34: ...acuum pump and recovery equipment 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 an...

Page 35: ...gerant is left within the system 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 R600...

Page 36: ... Install a Schrader Type access 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...

Page 37: ...perature 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 normal Complete Restriction In de...

Page 38: ...earing an anti static wrist strap 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 ...

Page 39: ...9 2547 for assistance NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS All models incorporate rigid foam insulated cabinets to provide high thermal efficiency and maximum sound reduction for its internal working components Despite this technology your model may make sounds that are unfamiliar Normal operating sounds may be more noticeable because of the unit s environment Hard surfaces such as cabinets wood vinyl or tiled...

Page 40: ...e Mode OHM thermistor Frost Buildup Inside Unit Door Ajar or Restricted from Closing Check door clearance to adjoining cabinetry Check distribution of product in unit Thermistor failure OHM thermistor Display Not Working Display unplugged Verify that both ends of the display wiring are firmly connected Display wiring broken or damaged Perform continuity test of wiring and replace as needed Interio...

Page 41: ...ce Plunger Switch Replace Main Board Replace Fuse Replace Power Cord Alert Customer Of Power Failure Is the Plunger Switch Operating Properly Inspect Customer UI and Data Cable Connect Test Display Cycle Power And Check For Operation No Voltage No Voltage Voltage Continuity Operating Not Operating No Continuity No Yes Voltage CAUTION Precautions must be taken while working with live electrical equ...

Page 42: ...u LED activated with button activation CONTROL FUNCTION GUIDE FUNCTION COMMAND NOTES Defrost Duration Enter menu by pressing for more than 5 seconds Use or to increase reduce defrost duration Press to select Display shows df defrosting This controls how long the unit defrosts Defrost Period Press once again Use or to increase reduce defrost period Press again Display shows the interval in which th...

Page 43: ...RE Zone Thermistor If the zone thermistor in the unit fails the unit will continue to cool in a backup mode Self Preservation Mode to preserve the integrity of the contents The unit will otherwise operate normally USER GUIDE u line com Thermistor Thermistors are used for various temperature readings Thermistors provide reliable temperature readings using a resistance which varies based on surround...

Page 44: ...oor units defrost every 12 hours of compressor runtime for 45 minutes If you have verified that the unit does not have an ambient air leak utilize the Control Operation Service section and adjust unit to defrost every 9 hours for 60 minutes 44 ...

Page 45: ...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 below 1 Remove...

Page 46: ...rator 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 train trough 17 Use sealant gum to seal any openings at rear of unit before replacing rear cover 18 Reinstall unit taking care to level space and secure as found 46 ...

Page 47: ...od 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 responsible for any consequential or incidental damages arising from the breach of...

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