Installation Guide 15R Refrigerator and 15WC Wine Captain® www.U-LineService.com Phone (414) 354-0300 • FAX (414) 354-7905 Service & Parts Tech Lines Phone (800) 779-2547 • FAX (414) 354-5696 OnlineService@U-Line.
15R and 15WC Models Contents Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cut-Out Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Product Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Swing/Clearances Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reversing the Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side-By-Side Installation Instructions . . . .
15R and 15WC Models General Precautions 2 Inspect and Plan Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow these general precautions along with those listed throughout this guide: You have received a carton containing your 15R Refrigerator or 15WC Wine Captain® 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.
15R and 15WC Models Exterior Cleaning 3 Prepare Site (As Required) 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. Black Models: • Black surfaces may be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water solution. Do not use solvent-based or abrasive cleaners.
15R and 15WC Models Product Dimensions Door Swing/Clearances Information Black 15R units have a zero clearance for the door to open 90° (see Figure 3). U-line recommends a minimum clearance of 1/4” for black units and 11/16” for Stainless units to accommodate the handle if the unit is installed next to a wall or similar type of structure. 23-11/16" Including Handle 23-1/8" Including Handle 34" Wall Wall 1/4" Min. 11/16" Min.
15R and 15WC Models Reversing the Door 5. Relocate plastic spacer/ bushing on bottom of door to opposite side, and place door on bottom hinge pin. See Figure 8. Clean out bushing hole in door bottom with a screwdriver if necessary. All units may be left- or right-hand opening. Black 15R 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 15R Refrigerator models: 1.
15R and 15WC Models 10. Fasten upper hinge to unit (three screws). Partially tighten screws. See Figure 11. 7. Remove the bottom pivot plate from the door (two screws). Invert and install it on the top of the opposite side of the door. 8. Locate the bushing saved in Step 3. Holding the bushing in place, lift the door onto the newly located bottom hinge bracket. See Figure 14. 11. Adjust door to assure proper seal. Tighten upper and lower hinge screws securely. 12.
15R and 15WC Models Side-By-Side Installation Instructions 4 Prepare/Install Door Panel For a complete refreshment center, install two of the 15 series units side by side: 15R and 15WC. 15R Refrigerators will accept a Custom 1/4" Thick Insert to harmonize with or accent the surrounding decor. • 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.
15R and 15WC Models 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 Figure 16 Properly aligned, the door's gasket should be firmly in contact with the cabinet all the way around the door (no gaps). Figure 17 1. Carefully examine the door's gasket to assure that it is firmly in contact with the cabinet. 3.
15R and 15WC Models 6 Prepare Power Supply 7 Level the Unit Electrical Specifications Leveling Information Note: It is recommended that the unit is level. CAUTION 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 21). Electrical installation must observe all state and local codes.
15R and 15WC Models 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 24. 8 Install the Unit Installation of the 15R/15WC 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.
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 Q: Problem Who to Call Service Information If the need for service arises, contact the dealer from whom the unit was purchased.
