USER GUIDE & SERVICE MANUAL 3000 Series ● 3018CLR ● 18” Clear Ice Machine (115V)
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USER GUIDE u-line.com WELCOME TO U-LINE Congratulations on your U-Line purchase. Your product comes from a company with over five decades of premium modular ice making, refrigeration, and wine preservation experience. U-Line creates products focused on functionality, style, and inspired innovations — paying close attention to even the smallest details. Applications include residential, outdoor, ADA height compliant, marine, and commercial.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Safety and Warning ! DANGER NOTICE This unit contains R600a (Isobutane) which is a Please read all instructions before installing, flammable hydrocarbon. It is safe for regular operating, or servicing the appliance. use. Do not use sharp objects to expedite Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow these general precautions with those listed throughout this guide: defrosting.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Disposal and Recycling ! DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer, 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.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Environmental Requirements This model is intended for indoor/interior applications only and is not to be used in installations that are open/ exposed to natural elements. This unit is designed to operate between 50°F (10°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.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Electrical ! WARNING SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding Required. Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the unit until the electricity has been disconnected. Never remove the round grounding prong from the plug and never use a two-prong grounding adapter. Altering, cutting or removing power cord, removing power plug, or direct wiring can cause serious injury, fire, loss of property and/or life, and will void the warranty.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Side-by-Side Installation Hinge-by-Hinge Installation (Mullion) When installing two units hinge-by-hinge, 13/16" (22 mm) OTHER SITE REQUIREMENTS is required for integrated models. Additional space may be Side-by-Side Installation needed for any knobs, pulls or handles installed.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Water Hookup ! CAUTION PREPARE PLUMBING Do not use any plastic water supply line. The line The water valve uses a standard 1/4" (6.35 mm) is under pressure at all times. Plastic may crack compression fitting. U-Line recommends using accessory or rupture with age and cause damage to your water hook up kit – part # 80-54674-00. The kit includes a home.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 3. Locate water valve in the front of the unit and thread water supply line through. NOTICE Route the water supply line through the unit so it does not come into contact with any internal components other than the solenoid valve. Normal operation creates some vibration.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Drain GRAVITY DRAIN Model numbers including “-00” or “-07” do not include a factory installed drain pump. Normal Proper Drain Model numbers including “-40” or “-47” include a factory installed drain pump.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE FACTORY INSTALLED DRAIN PUMP Y-Branch Tailpiece P60 Pump Required If your drain line will run up to a stand pipe, disposal or Air Gap (Optional Hook-Up) spigot assembly, or does not otherwise meet the requirements for a gravity drain, you may have ordered a pre-installed U-Line P60 drain pump.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Drain Pump INCLUDED IN KIT: 1. 1x S-shaped Drain Tube NOTICE PLEASE READ this instruction completely before 1 2. 1x Straight Drain Tube attempting to install or operate the unit. Improper hook-up can result in substantial property damage! If you are unsure of your ability to safely connect the drain pump to the (Not used) 2 3. 1x Vent Tube 3 unit, consult a licensed plumber for assistance.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 8 Wiring Plug Ground Terminal Note: Slide clamp on hose end before installing hose. Do Discharge Tube Connector not tighten clamp until pump and hoses have been Drain Tube Connector Vent Tube Connector installed. Pump Assembly 4. Install the 3 hoses and hose clamps to the pump assembly as shown below. Do not tighten clamps at this time.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 8. Route the vent tube up ! CAUTION the back of the unit, next to the insulated tubes. When working with tools inside of unit, be Secure vent tube vertical careful so as not to nick or damage any to the insulated tubes refrigerant lines/pipes or wires. using plastic tie wraps. 9.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Anti-Tip Bracket SIDE MOUNT Left Hinged Cabinet Right Hinged Cabinet ! CAUTION The anti-tip bracket must be installed to prevent the unit from tipping when doors are fully opened or excess weight is placed on the front of the unit. The anti-tip bracket has multiple mounting options. Mounting will depend on your particular cabinet configuration. Locate 3 #8x5/8" screws included with your unit.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE General Installation INSTALLATION 1. Plug in the power/electrical cord. 1. Use a level to confirm the unit is level. Level 2. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to should be placed along top edge and side entangle the cord or water and drain lines. 1 edge as shown. 3. Re-check the leveling, from front to back and side to side. Make any necessary adjustments. The unit’s top 2.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Integrated Panel Dimensions Integrated Panel Dimensions Metric measurements rounded and optimized. BACK SURFACE MUST HAVE AMPLE FLAT SURFACE TO MOUNT OVERLAY PANEL FLAT AND WITHOUT INTERFERENCE 3/4" INTEGRATED PANEL (20 mm) NOTICE 17-5/8" (445 mm) Due to differences in surrounding cabinetry the panel may not perfectly align with door.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 3. Prepare the insert(s) that will back up the handleless HANDLELESS INTEGRATED DOOR PANEL The following procedure is designed to provide a finished, design. Wooden Insert – Cut 1/8" (3 mm) thick handleless solid panel for an 18" (450 mm) door that wooden insert(s) to the dimensions below. seamlessly integrates with its surrounding cabinetry.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Handleless Integrated Panel Dimensions 1/8" (3 mm) Top Design 1/4" (6 mm) 7/8" (22 mm) Ref.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE EXTENDED INTEGRATED PANEL NOTICE Due to differences in surrounding cabinetry the panel may not perfectly align with door. The procedure below is designed to provide a finished panel that seamlessly integrates with surrounding cabinetry. Panel Preparation An extended integrated panel can be used to maintain alignment with an adjacent extended cabinet height or a reduced toe-kick/grille application.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Front Side Integrated Panel/Integrated Frame Integrated Panel U-Line Unit Cabinet U-Line Unit 3-5/16" (89 mm) to 4-5/16" (114 mm) > 3-5/16" (> 89 mm) 3-5/16" (89 mm) to 4-5/16" (114 mm) Floor Front Side Extended Integrated Panel/Extended Integrated Frame U-Line Unit Cabinet Integrated Panel U-Line Unit * Panel can extend beyond the door frame.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Extended Integrated Panel Dimensions BACK SURFACE MUST HAVE AMPLE FLAT SURFACE TO MOUNT INTEGRATED PANEL FLAT AND 3/4" WITHOUT INTERFERENCE (20 mm) 17-5/8" (445 mm) 30.0" 33-7/8" (762 mm 860 mm)* Integrated Panel * A minimum of 1" (25 mm) is required from the floor to the bottom of the extended integrated panel/frame for proper ventilation.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Integrated Panel Installation NOTICE 1. Fully open door. It is important to ensure that all drilled holes are drilled to the correct depth in order to avoid splits in the wood when hardwood is installed. 2. Starting at corner, pull gasket away from door. 8. Locate 6 of the #6x 1-1/2" (38 mm) screws provided with your unit. 3. Continue to pull gasket free from gasket channel. 9.
USER GUIDE u-line.com Grille Installation REMOVING AND INSTALLING GRILLE ! WARNING Disconnect electric power to the unit before removing the grille. When using the unit, the grille must be installed. ! WARNING DO NOT touch the condenser fins (4). The condenser fins are SHARP and can be easily damaged. Removing the grille 1. Disconnect power to the unit. 2. Remove three screws (1). 3. Slide grille (2) away from bottom hinge and remove grille from unit. Installing the grille 1.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Swing 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.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Stop 3. Once cover is removed, slide hinge pin into hole as shown. Pin should slide into place, stopping the door at Your U-Line unit was shipped to you with the optional 90° 90°; if the pin does not go into the hole shown, hold pin. the door less than 90° open and try again. Your unit’s door(s) will open 115° straight from the factory.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Door Adjustments Alignment and Adjustment Procedure 1. Remove integrated panel, if installed. DOOR ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENT Align and adjust the door if it is not level or is not sealing 2. Using a T-25 Torx Bit, loosen each pair of Torx head properly. If the door is not sealed, the unit may not cool screws on both the upper and lower hinge plates.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE First Use All U-Line controls are preset at the factory. Initial startup requires no adjustments. NOTICE U-Line recommends discarding the ice produced during the first two to three hours of operation to avoid possible dirt or scale that may dislodge from the water line. When plugged in, the unit will begin operating under the factory default setting.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Control Operation Zone Toggle Up Select ICE PRODUCTION Power U-Select Lighting Down CONTROL FUNCTION GUIDE FUNCTION COMMAND DISPLAY/OPTIONS OFF Press and hold Display will count down from 5 to off. ON Press and release Unit will come on immediately. Adjust lighting Press to adjust lighting Press or to set low, medium or high.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Energy Saver Mode 3000 Series - Customer Menu Up Up Energy Saver Mode Indicator Select WELCOME TO THE CUSTOMER MENU. USE UP/DOWN ARROWS TO SCROLL SETTINGS. Select ICE PRODUCTION (12m remaining) Down Down 1. To access the Customer Menu hold Energy Saver mode reduces overall energy consumption for 5 seconds.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Languages 2. Press . The current setting will begin to flash. Up Select RETURN TO MENU LANGUAGES ENGLISH 3. Press or to select a different level. 4. Press to confirm your choice. Down The U-Line 3000 Series of models supports a number of Fahrenheit / Celsius display languages including English, Spanish, French, Up Select German and Italian.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE To activate Silent Mode: Clean Cycle Up 1. Press Select RETURN TO MENU CLEAN CYCLE CLEAN? 2. Press to select “Silence?”. . Silent Mode will now begin. To cancel Silent Mode: Down A clean cycle can be initiated through this menu. Once the cleaning cycle starts, the cycle cannot be stopped until 1. Press to select “Cancel?”. 2. Press . Silent Mode will end. complete.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Help Up Select RETURN TO MENU Help Model 3018CLR 1-800-779-2547 Down To access the Help Menu, select “Help” from the Customer Menu. Press or to scroll through available information. To return to the Customer Menu, press “Return to Menu” and press to select to confirm.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Ice Your clear ice machine is pre-set to produce ice between the optimal dimensions illustrated below: ICE CUBE THICKNESS ADJUSTMENT Cube Details 1/4" TO 1/2" (6.4 mm to 12.7 mm) DIMPLE NOTICE Ice thickness adjustment should only be made 1/16" TO 1/8" (1.6 mm to 3.2 mm) ICE BRIDGE one increment at a time. Allow ice maker production to stabilize for 24 hours before rechecking ice thickness.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE ICE ADJUST Up Select RETURN TO MENU ICE ADJUST ICE ADJUST = 0 Down Adjust ice thickness as follows: 1. Press and and hold for 5 seconds to enter the Customer Menu. 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press to select “Ice Adjust”. . The selection will begin to flash. to make the ice thicker or thinner. Press to make the ice to confirm your choice.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Airflow and Product Loading NOTICE The unit requires proper airflow to perform at its highest efficiency. Do not block the front grille at any time, or the unit will not perform as expected. Do not install the unit behind a door.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Cleaning Integrated Models To clean integrated panels, use household cleaner per the EXTERIOR CLEANING cabinet manufacturer’s recommendations. Stainless Models Stainless door panels and handles can discolor when INTERIOR CLEANING exposed to chlorine gas, pool chemicals, saltwater or Disconnect electric current to the unit. cleaners with bleach.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 5. Re-install the standpipe into the water trough. Use only U-Line Ice Machine Cleaner (Part No. 37050), available from your dealer or direct from your local parts distributor. To locate a parts distributor near you, visit www.u-line.com. It is a violation of federal law to use this solution in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE 9. When water begins flowing over the evaporator (approximately 3 minutes), pour 1 packet of CLR cleaner into the water trough. The cleaning process will last approximately 45 minutes. 10.Dilute 1 tablespoon (15 ml) bleach in 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of warm water. Apply this solution to the entire inside of the storage area. Then rinse thoroughly with water.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Cleaning Condenser INTERVAL - EVERY SIX MONTHS To maintain operational efficiency, keep the front grille (plinth strip/base fascia) free of dust and lint, and clean the condenser when necessary. Depending on environmental conditions, more or less frequent cleaning may be necessary. ! WARNING Disconnect electric current to the unit before cleaning the condenser.
USER GUIDE u-line.com SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • MAINTENANCE • SERVICE Extended Non-Use VACATION/HOLIDAY, PROLONGED SHUTDOWN For questions regarding winterization, please The following steps are recommended for periods of call U-Line at 414.354.0300. extended non-use: ! CAUTION 1. Remove all consumable content from the unit. Damage caused by freezing temperatures is not 2. Disconnect the power cord from its outlet/socket and covered by the warranty.
U-Line Corporation (U-Line) Limited Warranty One Year Limited Warranty For one year from the date of original purchase, this warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace any part of the product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. For products installed and used for normal residential use, material cosmetic defects are included in this warranty, with coverage limited to 60 days from the date of original purchase.
