Installation Guide

SP18 Ice Maker for Marine or Recreational Vehicle Use

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Contents

Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Cut-Out Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Product Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Door Swing/Clearances Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Reversing the Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Other Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Checking Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Adjusting Door Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Water Supply Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Leveling Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installation of the SP18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installation Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Start-Up Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1 Follow Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT

PLEASE READ all instructions completely before attempting to install or operate the unit.

• This unit requires connection to the water supply.

Improper hook-up can result in substantial property damage! If you are unsure of your ability to safely connect the water supply to the unit, consult a licensed plumber for assistance.

• This unit requires connection to a grounded (threeprong), polarized receptacle that has been placed by a qualified electrician in accordance with applicable electrical codes.

Safety Alert Definitions

Safety items throughout this guide are labeled with a

Danger, Warning or Caution based on the risk type:

DANGER

Danger means that failure to follow this safety statement will result in severe personal injury 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.

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General Precautions

Use this appliance for its intended purpose only and follow these general precautions along with those listed throughout this guide:

WARNING

SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding Required.

• Keep the unit unplugged throughout installation except during testing.

• Never remove the round grounding prong from the plug and never use a two-prong grounding adapter.

• Never use an extension cord to connect power to the unit.

• Always keep your working area dry.

CAUTION

• Use care when moving and handling the unit. Use gloves to prevent personal injury from sharp edges.

• Do not lift the unit by the door or door handle.

• Do not install the unit behind closed doors or in any way that would obstruct airflow to the front grille, which may cause the unit to malfunction.

2 Inspect and Plan

You have received a carton containing your SP18 Ice

Maker with a package inside containing a User Manual, a

Product Registration Card and water connection parts.

Complete and mail the Product Registration Card or register online at www.U-LineService.com. Once your unit is installed, keep the User Manual and this Installation

Guide in a safe place for future reference.

Please carefully follow the directions that apply to your unit and your intended design.

Tools/Materials Required

• Screwdrivers — slotted and Phillips head

• 1/4-inch OD copper tubing and shut-off valve for water supply line

Inspection

Unwrap and inspect the unit on a flat, level surface capable of supporting its entire weight.

Exterior Cleaning

(As Required)

Black and White Models:

Black and white surfaces may be cleaned with a mild detergent and warm water solution. Do not use solventbased or abrasive cleaners. Use a soft sponge and rinse with clean water. Wipe with a soft, clean towel to prevent water spotting.

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3 Prepare Site

Your U-Line product has been designed for 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 water and electrical connections in the rear.

Note: Unit can NOT be installed behind a closed cabinet door.

Cut-Out Dimensions

Product Dimensions

15-1/16"

13-13/16"

Filler Panel (Not Provided by U-Line) –

Needed to Attach Mounting Flange on Unit

18-7/8"

18-1/2"

8-1/8"

1/2"

24-13/16"

Including

Handle

Figure 2

Door Swing/Clearances Information

Units have a zero clearance for the door to open

90° (see Figure 3 ). U-Line recommends a minimum door clearance of 3/4" to accommodate the flange if the unit is right-hand hinged and installed next to a wall or similar type of structure.

Cut-Out

Height

18-3/4"

26-5/16" Minimum

See Electrical

Specifications for Power Supply

8" Height

From Floor

3/4"

Minimum Flange

Mounting Area

Figure 1

14-1/16"

Cut-Out Width

15-3/16"

Minimum Opening

Toe Kick

Follow the cut-out drawing in Figure 1 . The unit must sit in a frame structure with a frame thick enough to accommodate mounting the 1/2" flange to its sides and top and a base high enough to align the door with other cabinet doors. Make the frame’s inside dimensions 1/4" larger than the cabinet’s dimensions (without flange) for ease in installation and removal of the unit. 24" is the counter depth in most installations. 26-5/16" depth includes the door, handle and water line connection (see

Figure 2 ).

IMPORTANT

It is extremely important that the unit sits on a level surface, as it does not have feet levelers. If it is not level, the ice mold will not fill evenly.

Figure 3

90°

Door Swing

Wall

3/4" Min.

15-1/8"

22"

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Reversing the Door

All units may be left- or right-hand opening.

To reverse the door:

1. Remove travel pin from cabinet (two screws).

See Figure 4 . Slide assembly through flange and set aside to be used later.

2. Remove top hinge from cabinet (three screws).

See Figure 5 . Hold door to keep it from falling.

Slide hinge through flange.

3. Lift the door off the bottom hinge.

Figure 4

Figure 7 Figure 8

Figure 5 Figure 6

4. Remove bottom hinge from cabinet (two screws). See

Figure 6 . Remove screws on opposite side of cabinet

( Figure 7 ). Note that there may be a nut behind one or both screws on either side.

5. Install hinge on opposite side, bottom of cabinet. See

Figure 8 . Replace nut on back side where installed.

Align hinge outer edge with cabinet before tightening screws.

6. Relocate plastic spacer/ bushing on bottom of door to opposite side, and place door on bottom hinge pin. See

Figure 9 . Clean out bushing hole in door bottom with a screwdriver if necessary.

Bushing

7. Remove plastic travel pin from door handle and relocate on opposite side. See

Figure 10 .

Figure 9

Travel

Pin Hole

Hinge

Travel

Pin Hole

Screw

Right Side

Door Swing

Left Side

Door Swing

Right Side

Hinge

Invert

Screw

Invert

Hinge

Figure 10

8. Remove pivot screw from top hinge, invert screw and reinstall pivot screw in top hinge. See Figure 10 .

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Figure 11 Figure 12

9. Gently slide upper hinge through flange and fasten upper hinge to unit (three screws). Partially tighten screws. See Figure 11 .

10. Place door on lower hinge pin.

11. Align door pivot hole with pivot hole in upper hinge and insert pivot screw into upper hinge and tighten securely.

See Figure 12 .

12. Adjust door to assure proper seal. Tighten upper and lower hinge screws securely.

13. Gently slide travel pin assembly through flange and then fasten Figure 13 to unit. Make sure travel pin in door engages the closer in the assembly, then tighten screws on travel pin assembly securely. See Figure 13 .

Other Site Requirements

Power Supply

The unit requires a grounded and polarized 110/115 VAC,

60 Hz, 15A circuit (normal household current) or 220/230

VAC, 50/60 Hz. See Electrical Specifications on Page 8 .

Water Supply

The unit requires a 1/4-inch OD water supply line and a shut-off valve. For more information see Page 7 .

Environmental Requirements

The surrounding air temperature must be at least 45°F

(7°C) but must not exceed 110°F (40°C). Units may be installed outdoors in a covered area. The unit must not be located near heat-generating equipment or in direct sunlight.

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4 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.

IMPORTANT

Properly aligned, the door’s gasket should be firmly in contact with the cabinet all the way around the door (no gaps).

1. Carefully examine the door’s gasket to assure that it is firmly in contact with the cabinet.

Note: When inspecting door alignment, make sure the door gasket is not pinched on the hinge side of the door .

2. If the door is properly aligned, go on to 5 Prepare

Plumbing . If it is not, use the following procedure.

Adjusting Door Alignment

1. Loosen (do not remove) top and bottom hinge screws. See Figure 14 .

2. Align door squarely with cabinet. Make sure gasket is firmly in contact with cabinet all the way around the door (no gaps).

3. Tighten bottom hinge screws.

4. Tighten top hinge screws.

Go on to 5 Prepare

Plumbing .

Figure 14

5 Prepare Plumbing

CAUTION

Plumbing installation must observe all state and local codes. All water connections MUST BE made by a licensed/ qualified plumbing contractor. Failure to follow recommendations and instructions may result in damage and/or harm.

WARNING

To prevent accidental electrocution, make certain that the floor surfaces surrounding the unit are dry whenever power is removed from, or applied to, the unit.

Water Supply Connection

Note: Water temperature from source will affect ice production. U-Line recommends room temperature or colder water be used.

When connecting the water supply, follow these guidelines:

• Review any applicable plumbing codes before you install the unit.

• Connect to the cold water supply.

• The water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi.

• Install a shut-off valve in the 1/4 inch OD water supply line.

• Connect sufficient tubing to the unit so that tubing may be looped, allowing the unit to be removed for cleaning and servicing (see Figure 17 ). However, make certain that the tubing is not pinched or damaged during installation.

• U-Line recommends the use of copper tubing for installation.

To connect to water supply:

1. Install the 1/4 inch OD copper water line from the main water source.

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Figure 15 Figure 16

Water Line

2. Locate the compression fitting and ferrule packed with the unit. Slide the compression fitting and ferrule over the 1/4-inch OD water supply line. Do not use thread sealing compound or tape. Using two wrenches, tighten the compression fitting on the supply line (see

Figure 15 ).

3. Carefully bend the water supply line into position and connect the line to the solenoid valve (see Figure 16 ).

Avoid kinking the water supply line.

6 Prepare Power Supply

Electrical Specifications

CAUTION

Electrical installation must observe all state and local codes. This unit requires connection to a grounded (threeprong), polarized receptacle that has been placed by a qualified electrician.

The unit requires a grounded and polarized 110/115 VAC,

60 Hz, 15A power supply (normal household current) or a 220/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz power supply. An individual, properly grounded branch circuit or circuit breaker is recommended. GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) is usually not required for fixed location appliances and is not recommended for your unit because a GFCI could be prone to nuisance tripping. However, be sure to consult your local codes.

See Figure 18 for recommended receptacle location.

26-5/16" Minimum

7"

1-1/2"

Figure 17

Figure 18

IMPORTANT

Route the water supply line through the unit so it does not come into contact with any internal components other than the solenoid valve. See Figure 17 . Normal operation creates some vibration. A water supply line contacting an internal component or cabinet wall can cause excessive noise during operation or damage to the line.

4. For recessed installations, allow extra water supply line length to provide slack for easy removal from the recessed area (see Figure 17 ). This will also safeguard against kinking the line.

5. Go on to 6 Prepare Power Supply .

WARNING

SHOCK HAZARD — Electrical Grounding Required.

• Never remove the round grounding prong from the plug and never use a two-prong grounding adapter.

• Never use an extension cord to connect power to the unit.

Go on to 7 Level the Unit .

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7 Level the Unit

Leveling Information

IMPORTANT

It is extremely important that the unit sits on a level surface, as it does not have feet levelers. If it is not level, the ice mold will not fill evenly.

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

19 ). Go on to

8 Install the Unit .

Figure 19

Check

Level

8 Install the Unit

Installation of the SP18

1. Open the water supply valve in the main water source.

2. Plug in the power cord.

3. Gently push the unit into position. Be careful not to kink the water supply line or entangle the electrical cord.

4. Re-check the leveling, from front to back and side to side. Make any necessary adjustments.

5. Secure the flange to the frame structure using the four holes in the flange. The type of fasteners will depend on the structure you are mounting the flange to.

Installation Troubleshooting

Q:

Problem

Water is leaking under the unit.

A:

Solution

A water leak under the unit is most likely caused by a bad connection in the water supply line. Make sure the water line’s brass fitting is screwed tight to its valve and threaded correctly. Make sure that plumbers tape was

NOT used; if it was remove all traces before reinstalling.

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9 Start-Up for the First Time

Initial Start-Up

The on/off switch is located on the front grille. Ensure that the switch is turned on.

No setting adjustments should be necessary at this time.

For information about Adjusting the Temperature

Control, see the User Manual.

As soon as the ice maker mold reaches the proper temperature, the ice maker mechanism will fill the mold with water.

Note: The first cubes may be small because of air in the water line. After two hours, cubes will be standard size.

The ice maker will continue to produce until the bin is full. You may interrupt production by raising the bin

Figure 20 arm into an upright and locked position (see Figure 20 ).

While the bin arm is locked, the unit will maintain temperature for ice storage.

IMPORTANT

It is possible that dirt or scale will dislodge in the water line. Always throw away all ice cubes made during the first twenty-four (24) hours of operation.

Start-Up Troubleshooting

Q:

Problem

Unit does not appear to turn on when plugged in.

A:

Solution

Make sure outlet has power (circuit breaker has not tripped). Make sure the on/off switch is turned on.

Q:

Problem

Water does not appear to be flowing into unit.

A:

Solution

Check that the water is connected and turned on and the line is not obstructed. Water coming into the unit may take an hour or more.

Q:

Problem

The cubes produced during the first two to three hours of operation have been discarded. New cubes still appear cloudy.

A:

Solution

This is normal and is caused by air being trapped in the cube during fast freezing.

IMPORTANT

See the User Manual’s Troubleshooting Guide for more solutions.

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Who to Call

Service Information

If the need for service arises, contact the dealer from whom the unit was purchased. State the Model Number and Serial Number and explain the problem. The Model and Serial Number plate is located inside unit behind the ice bucket.

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.

For more than four decades, U-Line has distinguished itself as the leader in built-in undercounter ice making, refrigeration and wine storage appliances.

U-Line Corporation, located in Milwaukee, WI, is a family operated manufacturer of built-in undercounter icemakers, Combo ® icemaker/refrigerators, Wine Captain ® wine storage units, refrigerators, refrigerated drawers and refrigerator/freezers.

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