U-LINE BI-95 (01) PDF Document

Please READ all instructions completely before attempting to install or operate the U-LINE BI-95.

• 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 (three-prong), polarized receptacle that has been placed by a qualified electrician in accordance with applicable electrical codes.

Use the U-LINE BI-95 for its intended purpose only and follow these general precautions:

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.

• Screwdrivers – slotted and Phillips head

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

• 1/4-inch thick door panel material and cutting tools (if installing a custom panel)

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

The U-LINE BI-95 is designed for either free-standing or built-in installation. When built-in, the unit does not require additional air space for the top, sides, or rear. However, the front grille must NOT be obstructed, and clearance is required for water and electrical connections in the rear. The unit cannot be installed behind a closed cabinet door.

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.

Cut-Out Dimensions:

• Height: 24-7/8″ to 25″

• Width: 14-3/16″

• Depth: 18-1/2″ Minimum

Door Swing Clearance:

The unit has zero clearance for the door to open 90°. A minimum door clearance of 1/4″ is recommended to accommodate the handle if the unit is right-hand hinged and installed next to a wall or similar structure.

Note: The grille should not yet be installed. If it has been installed, remove it before reversing the door.

1. Remove the top hinge from the cabinet (three screws). Hold the door to keep it from falling.

2. Lift the door off the bottom hinge.

3. Remove the bottom hinge from the cabinet (two screws). Remove the screws on the opposite side of the cabinet. Note that there may be a nut behind one or both screws on either side.

4. Install the hinge on the opposite side, bottom of the cabinet. Replace the nut on the back side where installed. Align the hinge’s outer edge with the cabinet before tightening screws.

5. Relocate the plastic spacer/bushing on the bottom of the door to the opposite side, and place the door on the bottom hinge pin. Clean out the bushing hole in the door bottom with a screwdriver if necessary.

6. Remove the plastic hole plug from the door handle and relocate it on the opposite side.

7. Remove the pivot screw from the top hinge, invert the screw, and reinstall the pivot screw in the top hinge.

8. Remove the three plastic screw plugs from the hinge holes on the top of the cabinet, opposite side. Be careful not to scratch the cabinet.

9. Place the door on the lower hinge pin. Invert and install the upper hinge on the door.

10. Fasten the upper hinge to the unit (three screws). Partially tighten the screws.

11. Adjust the door to assure a proper seal. Tighten the upper and lower hinge screws securely.

12. Replace the three plastic plugs removed in Step 8 into the holes on top of the unit. Replace screws in holes in the bottom of the unit on the opposite side.

Power Supply: The U-LINE BI-95 requires a grounded and polarized 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 15A circuit (normal household current).

Water Supply: The unit requires a 1/4-inch OD water supply line and a shut-off valve.

Environmental Requirements: The surrounding air temperature must be at least 50°F (10°C) but must not exceed 110°F (40°C). The unit may be installed outdoors in a covered area. It must not be located near heat-generating equipment or in direct sunlight.

Door Panel Preparation

A custom door panel can be inserted into the doorframe. The panel can be flat or raised, as long as the maximum panel thickness where inserted into the door reveal (channel) is 1/4″-thick. For raised panels, the depth of the reveal is 1/4″ on all four sides. Raised panels will reduce the door’s 90° swing/zero clearance if the unit is installed next to a wall.

Cut the panel insert to the following dimensions:

• Width: 12-15/16″

• Height: 13-15/32″

The door panel must not weigh more than 20 lbs.

Door Panel Installation

CAUTION: Use care when handling the insert. Insert edges may be sharp.

1. Remove the top hinge screw pin with a Phillips head screwdriver. Remove the door by tilting it forward and lifting it off the bottom hinge pin.

2. Pull the door gasket out of its groove (top edge of the door only). Start in the middle and pull outward, moving toward the edge. This may take some force.

3. Remove the two outside screws holding the door handle. Slightly separate the door handle from the door.

4. Pull the handle up and off.

5. Slide the custom door panel insert into the 1/4-inch channel in the door front.

6. Holding the door gasket out of the way, replace the handle on the door, making sure it is seated properly on the insert and that screw holes line up.

7. Install the two small screws removed in Step 3.

8. Starting at the corners and working inward, push the door gasket into place on the door.

9. Place the door on the bottom hinge pin and install the upper hinge screw.

10. Proceed to adjust the door alignment.

Checking Door Alignment

Properly aligned, the door’s gasket should be firmly in contact with the cabinet all the way around the door with no gaps. Carefully examine the gasket to ensure it is firmly in contact. Make sure the door gasket is not pinched on the hinge side of the door.

Adjusting Door Alignment

If the door is not properly aligned, use the following procedure:

1. Loosen (do not remove) the top and bottom hinge screws.

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

3. Tighten the bottom hinge screws.

4. Tighten the top hinge screws.

CAUTION: Plumbing installation must observe all state and local codes. All water connections MUST BE made by a licensed/qualified plumbing contractor.

Follow these guidelines:

• Review local 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 it may be looped, allowing the unit to be removed for cleaning and servicing. Ensure the tubing is not pinched or damaged during installation.

• U-Line recommends using copper tubing for installation.

To connect to the water supply:

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

2. Locate the compression fitting and ferrule packed with the unit. Slide them 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.

3. Carefully bend the water supply line into position and connect the line to the solenoid valve. Avoid kinking the water supply line.

IMPORTANT: Route the water supply line through the unit so it does not contact any internal components other than the solenoid valve. A water supply line contacting an internal component or cabinet wall can cause excessive noise or damage.

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

Electrical installation must observe all state and local codes. The U-LINE BI-95 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 breaker is recommended. A 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.

The recommended receptacle location is in the wall behind the unit, within the cut-out dimensions, at least 1-1/2″ up from the floor.

It is extremely important that the U-LINE BI-95 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. The level should be placed along the top edge and side edge of the unit.

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. The unit’s top surface should be approximately 1/8″ below the countertop.

1. Locate and remove the grille screw from the cabinet, using a standard blade screwdriver (or a 1/4″ nutdriver).

2. Identify the grille screw hole on the grille itself. It is located toward the top of the middle recessed section of the grille.

3. 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.

4. Insert the screw. Do not overtighten.

A water leak under the U-LINE BI-95 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.

The on/off switch is located behind the front grille. A small opening in the top of the grille is provided to access the switch. Ensure that the switch is turned on.

No setting adjustments should be necessary at this time. 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 arm into an upright and locked position. 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.

Make sure the outlet has power (circuit breaker has not tripped). Make sure the on/off switch on the U-LINE BI-95 is turned on.

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.

Yes, this is normal. The cloudy appearance is caused by air being trapped in the cube during fast freezing.

The Model and Serial Number plate is located inside the U-LINE BI-95 unit at the upper right hand corner.