Sub-Zero UC-15I Owner's manual

Brand: Sub-Zero

Model: UC-15I

Type: Owner's manual

Undercounter Ice Machine Use & Care Guide

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UNDERCOUNTER ICE MACHINE

Contents

4 Ice Machine Features

5 Operation

6 Care Recommendations

10 Water Filtration System Data

12 Troubleshooting

14 Sub-Zero Warranty

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING

This product may contain chemicals known to the state

of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Customer Care

The model and serial number are printed on the enclosed

product registration card. Both numbers are also listed on

the product rating plate. Refer to page 4 for rating plate

location. For warranty purposes, you will also need the date

of installation and name of your authorized Sub-Zero dealer.

Record this information below for future reference.

If your product ever needs attention, be sure to use a

Sub-Zero factory certied service provider recommended

by our customer care center, or select one from our list of

providers available at subzero.com/locator. All factory certi-

ed service providers are carefully selected and thoroughly

trained by us.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Installation

Certied Service Name

Certied Service Number

Authorized Dealer

Dealer Number

Important Note

To ensure this product is installed and operated as safely

and efciently as possible, take note of the following types

of highlighted information throughout this guide:

IMPORTANT NOTE highlights information that is especially

important.

CAUTION indicates a situation where minor injury or product

damage may occur if instructions are not followed.

WARNING states a hazard that may cause serious injury or

death if precautions are not followed.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Throughout this guide, dimensions in

parentheses are millimeters unless otherwise specied.

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Thank You

Thank you for your purchase. We look forward to being part of your home for decades to

come. As a third-generation family-owned company, we take a very personal stake in the

preservation of your family’s food. We built our business and our reputation on helping

families serve the freshest food possible.

With your purchase, you receive one of the strongest warranties in the appliance industry.

Take a moment to read the full warranty statement on pages 14–15. It’s also important to

such as; assurance that you will be taken care of in the unlikely event that service

becomes necessary during the warranty period, and a proof-of-purchase record in case

of a home insurance claim. You may register by one of the following options:

• Mail in the completed Sub-Zero product registration card.

• Register online at subzero.com/register and create a personalized My Sub-Zero/Wolf

account using the serial number on your product.

• Register by phone by calling Sub-Zero Customer Care at 800-222-7820.

As a Sub-Zero owner, you can count on ongoing support, day in and day out. Our cus-

tomer care center is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and staffed by knowl-

edgeable product experts at our factory in Madison, Wisconsin. Should the need arise,

simply call 800-222-7820 and speak with one of our product experts. They will help

troubleshoot any issues you might have.

We are condent this guide will answer your questions about the features, operation, and

maintenance of your Sub-Zero, but if you have additional questions, please contact us at

800-222-7820 or visit us online at subzero.com.

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Control Panel

FUNCTION

POWER Touch to turn the unit on or off. ‘POWER’ will illumi-

nate green when the ice machine in on.

ICE ‘ICE’ will illuminate blue when the unit is in ice

making operation.

DELAY Touch once to initiate a 2-hour delay in ice produc-

tion, touch a second time for a 4-hour delay and a

third time for an 8-hour delay. The corresponding

number will illuminate indicating the delay period.

Touch a fourth time to cancel.

CLEAN Touch to initiate the cleaning cycle. ‘CLEAN’ will

illuminate green during the cleaning cycle and will

ash to signal time to add cleaner and sanitizer.

REPLACE

FILTER

When the unit completes 8000 ice making cycles,

‘REPLACE FILTER’ will illuminate red to indicate the

water lter needs to be replaced. Touch and hold

‘CLEAN’ for 6 seconds to reset the indicator.

Ice Machine Features

FEATURES

Product Rating Plate

Control Panel

Water Shutters

Automatic Ice Maker

Large-Capacity Ice Storage Bin

Ice Scoop

Water Filter

ICE MACHINE FEATURES

Ice machine.

Control panel.

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CUBE WEIGHT

Cube weight increases or decreases depending on the

amount of dimple, or depression in the octagonal-shaped

ice cube. Cube weight can be adjusted by increasing the

freeze time.

To adjust cube weight:

1 Touch and hold ‘POWER’.

2 Touch and release ‘CLEAN’ once to add one minute of

freeze time. Inspect the cubes after several production

cycles and repeat if a heavier cube is desired. Up to ve

minutes of additional freeze time can be added.

3 Touch ‘CLEAN’ six times to reset freeze time to the

factory setting.

ICE LEVEL

A thermostat in the ice storage bin signals ice production to

stop when the bin is full. If ice production stops before the

bin is full or continues after the bin is full, the ice level can

be adjusted. The thermostat control is located behind the

kickplate. Refer to the illustration below.

To adjust ice level:

1 Remove the kickplate to access the thermostat control.

2 Turn the control to the left to decrease the level of ice or

to the right to increase the level.

Operation

PRIOR TO USE

Clean the ice machine thoroughly with warm water and mild

detergent. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth to remove any

residual oil and grease left from the manufacturing process.

Refer to care recommendations on page 6.

All surfaces that come in contact with the water system

should be cleaned and sanitized prior to use. Refer to the

cleaning and sanitizing procedure on page 7. Use only the

cleaner and sanitizer made for the Sub-Zero ice machine.

Ice machine cleaner and sanitizer can be ordered online at

subzerowolfstore.com. For questions, contact Sub-Zero

customer care at 800-222-7820.

ICE PRODUCTION CYCLE

Depending on ambient conditions and water temperature,

one ice production cycle takes approximately 30 minutes.

1 Water ll cycle. The water inlet valve purges old water

from the system.

2 Refrigeration system start-up. The compressor starts

after the water ll cycle and remains on throughout the

freeze and harvest cycles. The condenser fan motor

starts and runs throughout the freeze cycle.

3 Freeze cycle. Water is sprayed into the inverted cups.

The water freezes layer by layer until an ice cube forms

in each cup. The control system adjusts the length of the

freeze cycle to conditions.

4 Harvest cycle. The evaporator warms, allowing the

cubes to be released and drop into the storage bin. The

control system adjusts the length of the harvest cycle

to conditions. At the end of the harvest cycle, another

freeze cycle begins.

5 Automatic shut-off. The level of ice in the storage bin

controls the automatic shut-off. When the bin is full, ice

will contact the bin thermostat, which cools, signaling ice

production to stop. When the ice level drops and ice no

longer contacts the bin thermostat, it will warm, signaling

ice production to resume.

OPERATION

THERMOSTAT

CONTROL

Ice level adjustment.

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CARE RECOMMENDATIONS

Interior Lighting

Interior lighting is located at the top of the ice storage bin.

To replace the light bulb, unscrew from the socket and

install a 25-watt replacement bulb.

CAUTION

Turn power off at the control panel before replacing light

bulbs. Wear protective gloves when handling bulbs.

Sabbath

This appliance is certied by Star-K to meet strict religious

regulations in conjunction with specic instructions found

on www.star-k.org.

Cleaning

INTERIOR CLEANING

To clean interior surfaces and all removable parts, wash with

a mild solution of soap, water and baking soda. Rinse and

dry thoroughly. Avoid getting water on lights and control

panel.

CAUTION

Do not use vinegar, rubbing alcohol or other alcohol-

based cleaners on any interior surface.

STAINLESS STEEL EXTERIOR

Use a nonabrasive stainless steel cleaner and apply with a

soft lint-free cloth. To bring out the natural luster, lightly wipe

surface with a water-dampened microber cloth followed by

a dry polishing chamois. Always follow the grain of stainless

steel.

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CARE RECOMMENDATIONS

Cleaning and sanitizing procedure:

1 Touch ‘CLEAN’. A two-minute harvest cycle will remove

any remaining ice from the evaporator.

2 Remove all ice from the storage bin.

3 Wait three minutes until the CLEAN light ashes, then

lift the water shutters and pour 4 ounces

(115 ml) of undi-

luted ice machine cleaner directly into the spray area.

Refer to the illustration below.

4 A 10-minute cleaning cycle begins, followed by eight

rinse cycles. When the process is complete, the CLEAN

light will no longer be illuminated. The entire cleaning

cycle takes approximately 30 minutes.

5 Touch ‘CLEAN’. Wait three minutes until the CLEAN light

ashes, then lift the water shutters and pour 1 table-

spoon

(15 ml) of undiluted ice machine sanitizer directly

into the spray area.

6 A 10-minute sanitizing cycle begins, followed by eight

rinse cycles. When the process is complete, the CLEAN

light will no longer be illuminated. The entire sanitizing

cycle takes approximately 30 minutes.

Water shutters location.

WATER

SHUTTERS

Cleaning

CLEANING AND SANITIZING

All surfaces that come in contact with the water system

should be cleaned and sanitized prior to use and every six

months using the following procedure. Use only the cleaner

and sanitizer made for the Sub-Zero ice machine.

Ice machine cleaner and sanitizer can be ordered online at

subzerowolfstore.com. For questions, contact Sub-Zero

customer care at 800-222-7820.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Poor water quality may require more

frequent cleaning and sanitizing. Consult a qualied profes-

sional to test water quality and recommend appropriate

water treatment.

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Maintenance

WATER FILTER REPLACEMENT

The water lter should be replaced every six months, after

a prolonged shutdown or after 8000 ice making cycles.

‘REPLACE FILTER’ will illuminate on the control panel

indicating the water lter needs to be replaced. The ice

machine bypasses the lter when it is removed, so the water

supply does not need to be turned off.

Replacement Sub-Zero water lters can be ordered online

at subzerowolfstore.com. For questions, contact Sub-Zero

customer care at 800-222-7820.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Poor water quality may require more

frequent water lter replacement.

To replace water lter:

1 To remove the water lter, rotate one-quarter turn

counterclockwise and the lter will pop out. Refer to the

illustration below.

2 Reverse the process to install the new lter.

3 Touch and hold ‘CLEAN’ for 6 seconds to reset the

indicator.

Water lter location.

WATER

FILTER

Cleaning

CONDENSER CLEANING

CAUTION

Before cleaning the condenser, turn power off at the

control panel. Wear gloves to avoid injury from sharp

condenser ns.

The condenser is located behind the kickplate. To access,

remove the kickplate. Use a soft bristle brush and vacuum

to remove dust and lint from the condenser. Clean the con-

denser every six months. Refer to the illustration below.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To avoid damaging condenser ns,

vacuum in the direction of the ns.

CAUTION

Failure to clean the condenser could result in tempera-

ture loss, mechanical failure or damage.

Condenser location.

CONDENSER

CARE RECOMMENDATIONS

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CARE RECOMMENDATIONS

Maintenance

PROLONGED SHUTDOWN

If the ice machine is to be removed from service for an

extended period or exposed to temperatures of 32°F

(0°C)

or below, follow the procedure for prolonged shutdown and

winterization.

Prolonged shutdown and winterization procedure:

1 Perform the cleaning and sanitizing procedure on page 7

to prevent mildew growth.

2 Disconnect electrical power at the circuit breaker or

service panel.

3 Turn off the water supply.

4 Remove water from the water reservoir.

5 Disconnect the incoming water supply line at the rear of

the unit and allow it to drain.

6 Disconnect the vinyl hose from the water pump and

allow it to drain.

7 Verify water is not trapped in any of the water supply or

drain lines. Compressed air can be used to blow out the

lines.

8 Use a spray bottle with a solution of 1 tablespoon (15 ml)

sanitizer to 1 gallon

(3.8 L) water and spray all interior

surfaces. Do not rinse, allow it to air dry.

9 Block the door partially open to provide air exchange

and prevent mildew growth.

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APPLICATION GUIDELINES | WATER SUPPLY PARAMETERS

For cold water use only.

Capacity: 2,800 gallons (10,600 liters) depending on local water conditions

Service ow: 0.75 gpm (2.84 lpm)

Water supply: Community or private well

Water pressure: 25–125 psi (172–862 kPa)

Water temperature: 35°F–100°F (1.7°C–38°C)

SPECIAL NOTES

• It is essential that operational, maintenance and lter replacement requirements be carried out for this product to perform as advertised. Change

cartridges every 6 months. Use replacement cartridges 7012333.

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

• Systems must be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedures and guidelines.

• Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.

Manufactured for: Sub-Zero, Inc., P.O. Box 44848, Madison, WI 53744, 800-222-7820

WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE DATA

SUB-ZERO WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM MODEL 56145 (REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE 7012333)

System tested and certied by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the

reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor, Particulate Class III.

Average Inuent

Concentration

Inuent Challenge

Concentration—

Units apply

to each row

Average Product

Water

Concentration

Average %

Reduction

NSF Reduction

Requirements NSF TestContaminant Reduction

Particulate

Class III Particle size: >5 to <15 um

6533

At least 10,000

particles/ml

1479 97.7 ≥ 85% 516550-05

Chlorine, Taste and Odor 2.1 2.0 mg/L ± 10% 0.27 87.1 ≥ 50% 516549-05

WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE LIMITED WARRANTY

Sub-Zero will repair or replace any lter cartridge which proves to be defective in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the

date of purchase. The warranty does not cover routine replacement due to normal use. For warranty claims, call 800-222-7820.

The warranty applies only to products installed in any one of the fty states of the United States, the District of Columbia or the ten provinces

of Canada. This warranty does not cover any parts or labor to correct any defect caused by local poor water quality, negligence, accident or

improper use, maintenance, installation, service or repair.

The remedies described above for each warranty are the only ones that Sub-Zero will provide, either under these warranties or under any

warranty arising by operation of law. Sub-Zero will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental damages arising from the breach of

these warranties or any other warranties, whether express, implied or statutory.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply

to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other legal rights, which vary from state to state.

These systems have been tested according to Standard NSF/ANSI 42 for the reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indi-

cated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system

as specied in NSF/ANSI 42.

CONTAMINANT REDUCTION DETERMINED BY NSF TESTING

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA CERTIFICATION

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

UNIT OPERATION

Ice machine does not operate.

• Verify power is on.

• Verify electrical power to ice machine and home circuit

breaker is on.

Ice machine operates, but no ice is produced.

• Verify connection to water supply.

• Verify water lter is not clogged. Replace water lter,

then follow cleaning and sanitizing procedure on page 7.

• Verify spray nozzles are not blocked. Follow cleaning and

sanitizing procedure on page 7.

• Verify water pressure at 20 psi

(1.4 bar) to 80 psi (5.5 bar).

• Verify bin thermostat adjustment, refer to page 5.

• Verify ambient air temperature between 50°F

(10°C) and

100°F

(40°C) for indoor model and between 50°F (10°C)

and 110°F

(45°C) for outdoor model.

Unit requires frequent cleaning and sanitizing.

• Consult a qualied professional to test water quality and

recommend appropriate water treatment.

• Contact Sub-Zero factory certied service to disas-

semble unit and thoroughly clean and sanitize.

ICE PRODUCTION

Low ice production.

• Clean condenser area, refer to page 8.

• Verify connection to cold water supply.

• Verify water lter is not clogged. Replace water lter,

then follow cleaning and sanitizing procedure on page 7.

• Verify operation of water inlet valve.

• Verify ambient air temperature between 50°F

(10°C) and

100°F

(40°C) for indoor model and between 50°F (10°C)

and 110°F

(45°C) for outdoor model.

• Contact Sub-Zero factory certied service if unresolved.

Poor ice quality, cubes are shallow, incomplete or white.

• Follow cleaning and sanitizing procedure on page 7.

• Replace water lter, refer to page 8.

• Adjust cube weight, refer to page 5.

• Verify water softener is working properly (if applicable).

• Consult a qualied professional to test water quality and

recommend appropriate water treatment.

• Contact Sub-Zero factory certied service to disas-

semble unit and thoroughly clean and sanitize.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

SERVICE

• Maintain the quality built into your product by contacting

Sub-Zero factory certied service. For the name of the

nearest Sub-Zero factory certied service, check the

contact & support section of our website, subzero.com

or call Sub-Zero customer care at 800-222-7820.

• When contacting service, you will need the model and

serial number of your unit. Both numbers are listed on

the product rating plate. Refer to page 4 for rating plate

location.

• For warranty purposes, you will also need the date

of installation and name of your authorized Sub-Zero

dealer. This information should be recorded on page 2.

Sub-Zero Residential Limited Warranty

FOR RESIDENTIAL USE

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY*

For two years from the date of original installation, this Sub-Zero product warranty covers all parts and

labor to repair or replace, under normal residential use, any part of the product that proves to be defec-

tive in materials or workmanship. All service provided by Sub-Zero under the above warranty must be

performed by Sub-Zero factory certied service, unless otherwise specied by Sub-Zero, Inc. Service will

be provided during normal business hours.

FULL FIVE YEAR SEALED SYSTEM WARRANTY

For ve years from the date of original installation, this Sub-Zero product warranty covers all parts and

labor to repair or replace, under normal residential use, these parts that prove to be defective in materials

or workmanship: compressor, condenser, evaporator, drier and all connecting tubing. All service provided

by Sub-Zero under the above warranty must be performed by Sub-Zero factory certied service, unless

otherwise specied by Sub-Zero, Inc. Service will be provided during normal business hours.

LIMITED TWELVE YEAR SEALED SYSTEM WARRANTY

For twelve years from the date of original installation, Sub-Zero will repair or replace the following parts

that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship: compressor, condenser, evaporator, drier and all

connecting tubing. If the owner uses Sub-Zero factory certied service, the service provider will repair or

replace these parts with the owner paying for all other costs, including labor. If the owner uses non-certi-

ed service, the owner must contact Sub-Zero, Inc. (using the information below) to receive repaired or

replacement parts. Sub-Zero will not reimburse the owner for parts purchased from non-certied service

or other sources.

TERMS APPLICABLE TO EACH WARRANTY

The warranty applies only to products installed for normal residential use. The warranty applies only to

products installed in any one of the fty states of the United States, the District of Columbia or the ten

provinces of Canada. This warranty does not cover any parts or labor to correct any defect caused by

negligence, accident or improper use, maintenance, installation, service or repair.

THE REMEDIES DESCRIBED ABOVE FOR EACH WARRANTY ARE THE ONLY ONES THAT SUB-ZERO, INC.

WILL PROVIDE, EITHER UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR UNDER ANY WARRANTY ARISING BY OPERATION OF

LAW. SUB-ZERO, INC. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES

ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS,

IMPLIED OR STATUTORY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above

limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also

have other legal rights that vary from state to state.

To receive parts and/or service and the name of Sub-Zero factory certied service nearest you, contact

Sub-Zero, Inc., P.O. Box 44848, Madison, WI 53744; check the contact & support section of our website,

subzero.com, email us at [email protected] or call 800-222-7820.

*Stainless steel (doors, panels, handles, product frames and interior surfaces) are covered by a limited

60-day parts and labor warranty for cosmetic defects.

*Replacement water lters and air purication cartridges are not covered by the product warranty.

Sub-Zero Outdoor Limited Warranty*

FOR RESIDENTIAL USE

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY**

For one year from the date of original installation, this Sub-Zero product warranty covers all parts and labor

to repair or replace, under normal residential use, any part of the product that proves to be defective in

materials or workmanship. All service provided by Sub-Zero under the above warranty must be performed

by Sub-Zero factory certied service, unless otherwise specied by Sub-Zero, Inc. Service will be provided

during normal business hours.