Installation Guide 2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer 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.
175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Contents Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cut-Out Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Product Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Swing/Clearances Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reversing the Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Other Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer 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 2175R Refrigerator or 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer with a package inside containing a Use & Care Guide and a Product Registration Card. Complete and mail the Product Registration Card or register online at www.U-LineService.com.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer After all the protective coating has been removed from the unit/door, clean all Stainless Steel surfaces with Claire Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or comparable product or a mild detergent and warm water solution and soft cloth. Do NOT use abrasive cleaning agents. 3 Prepare Site Your U-Line product has been designed for either freestanding or built-in installation.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Product Dimensions Reversing the Door (Black and White Units Only) 25-3/8" Including Handle 23-1/4" Including Handle 34-1/8" 23-15/16" All U-Line units (except Stainless Steel models) may be left- or right-hand opening. The door opening is easily reversed by moving the hinge hardware to the opposite side.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer 8. Holding door upright with top of door tilted forward, place hole of door pivot plate on bottom hinge screw pin (see Figure 10). 4. Remove the two door closer inserts from the existing bottom hinge and install as shown on the new bottom hinge (see Figure 8). 9. Tilt top of door into position in top hinge and install top hinge screw pin. 1 10. Install plastic screw plugs removed in Step 2 in old hinge holes (3 each, top and bottom).
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Side-By-Side Installation Instructions 4 Prepare and Install Door Panel (Black and White Units Only) For a complete refreshment center, install your 2175R or 2175RF Model beside a U-Line Ice Maker, Combo or Wine Captain Model (see Figure 11 for typical cut-out). Note that each Side-By-Side Installation will be different.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Full Overlay Door Panel Door Panel Preparation A full overlay door panel completely covers the doorframe and handle to give a built-in appearance. See your U-Line dealer for the optional Full Overlay Door Panel Kit.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Installation Instructions 2. Create a relief (Figure 15) for pivot plate by cutting notch in top corner of overlay panel. Refer to Figure 16 for exact specifications. Removing Existing Door 1. Remove the door shelves by first pulling shelves up at a 45° angle, then straight out. 15/32" 2. Remove top hinge screw pin (Phillips screwdriver). Remove the door by tilting forward and lifting off the bottom hinge pin. ø 0.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Removed Door Panel Back of Wood Panel Typical Wood Panel Door Panel Tape 1-3/4" Top Side of Wood Panel #10 x 5/8" Round Head Screw Seven Required Top of Wood Panel 3/8" Both Sides Figure 19 Plastic Spacer Seven Required Figure 21 4. Remove the existing bottom pivot plate and replace with the Full Overlay pivot plate (see Figure 22).
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer 4. Attach Top Pivot Plate to door handle, on side where hinges will be. Use the two #8-32 x 1/2" Flat Head Phillips screws (Black) supplied with kit (see Figure 24).
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer 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. Slotted Mounting Holes Notch IMPORTANT Properly aligned, the door should be 1/8" below the top of the unit’s cabinet, NOT flush with the top (see Figure 27). Raise Outside Door Edge Lower Outside Door Edge Figure 29 1/8" 3. See Figure 29.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer 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 32). Electrical installation must observe all state and local codes.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Door Shelves 8 Install the Unit 1. First pull shelf up at a 45° angle, then straight out (see Figure 35). Installation of the 2175R/2175RF 1. Plug in the power cord. Notch 2. Choose new location and line up on bosses. First push straight in, then down at a 45° angle. 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.
2175R Refrigerator and 2175RF Refrigerator/Freezer Start-Up Troubleshooting 9 Start-Up for the First Time Q: Initial Start-Up Problem Unit does not appear to turn on when plugged in. The unit is shipped with the control preset. No adjustments should be necessary at this time. For information about Adjusting the Temperature, see the Use & Care Guide. A: Solution Make sure unit is plugged in and outlet has power (circuit breaker has not tripped).
Who to Call Service Information If the need for service arises, call the U-Line Customer Care Center directly @ 800-779-2547. To ensure accurate assistance, please have your Model Number and Serial Number and an explanation of 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.
