General Information

Built-In (BI) Series

INTRODUCTION

This Technical Service Manual provides the most recent service information for Built-In Series appliances manufactured prior to serial #4100000. It is designed to enable service technicians to diagnose malfunctions, perform necessary repairs, and ensure proper operational condition of a Built-in Series unit. Service technicians should read all instructions in this manual before beginning any repairs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

This section outlines the Product Safety Labels used within the manual, employing "Signal Words" such as WARNING or CAUTION. It is crucial to follow the instructions provided in these safety labels to prevent personal injury and/or product damage. The following examples illustrate the precautions associated with each signal word:

[WARNING]INDICATES THAT HAZARDOUS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH!

[CAUTION]Indicates that hazardous or unsafe practices could result in minor personal injury, and/or product damage, and/or property damage!

Additionally, pay attention to the signal word "NOTE", which highlights information particularly important for the topic being covered.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

For questions regarding Sub-Zero appliances or this manual, please contact:

Sub-Zero, Inc.
ATTN: Service Department
P.O. Box 44988
Madison, WI 53744-4988

Customer Assistance:
Phone: (800) 332 - 9513
Facsimile: (608) 441 - 5887

Technical Assistance (For Technicians):
Phone: (800) 919 - 8324

Warranty Claims:
Phone: (800) 332 - 9513
Facsimile: (608) 441 - 5886

Service Department e-mail:
customerservice@wolfappliance.com

Office Hours:
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Central Time
Monday through Friday

This manual is intended for use by Authorized Service Personnel only. Sub-Zero, Inc. is not responsible for repairs performed by individuals other than Authorized Service Technicians.

The content of this manual, including information and images, is the copyright property of Sub-Zero, Inc. Reproduction or use of this manual, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Sub-Zero, Inc. is prohibited. All rights reserved.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

This section summarizes the 2, 5, and 12-Year Warranties provided with Sub-Zero appliances, along with two special warranties:

Non-Residential Warranty: Applies to units installed in non-residential settings.
Display/Model Home Warranty: Applies to distributor and dealer display units, and units in model homes, sold within three years of manufacture.

Detailed warranty summaries and notes follow.

TWO, FIVE & TWELVE YEAR Warranty

2 Year TOTAL PRODUCT: Covers parts and labor.
NOTE: Stainless Steel doors, panels, grilles & product frames have a 60-day warranty for cosmetic defects (parts & labor).
5 Year SEALED SYSTEM: Covers parts and labor.
6th - 12th year LIMITED SEALED SYSTEM: Covers parts only.

ONE & FIVE YEAR Non-Residential Warranty (Example: Office, Yacht, etc.)

1 Year TOTAL PRODUCT: Covers parts and labor.
NOTE: Stainless Steel doors, panels, grilles & product frames have a 60-day warranty for cosmetic defects (parts & labor).
5 Year SEALED SYSTEM: Covers parts and labor.

ONE & FIVE YEAR Display/Model Home Warranty (Display units sold three years after date of manufacture)

1 Year TOTAL PRODUCT: Covers parts and labor.
NOTE: Stainless Steel doors, panels, grilles & product frames have a 60-day warranty for cosmetic defects (parts & labor).
5 Year SEALED SYSTEM: Covers parts and labor.

Warranty Details:

* Includes, but is not limited to: Electronic Control System Components, Fan & Light Switches, Fan Motors & Blades, Defrost Heaters, Defrost Terminator, Drain Pan, Drain Tubes, Wiring, Light sockets & bulbs, Icemaker, Water Valve, Door hinges, Door closers & Cams, Compressor Electricals, etc.

** Includes: Compressors, Condenser, Evaporators, Filter-Driers, Heat-exchangers, All Tubing that Carries the Freon.
NOTE: Condenser Fan Motors, Freon, Solder and compressor electricals are NOT considered sealed system parts.

Warranty Notes:

All warranties begin at the unit's initial installation date.
Warranty and Service information is stored under the unit serial number and customer's last name. Please have model and serial numbers available when contacting the factory or parts distributor.
The serial tag on ALL-REFRIGERATOR and ALL-FREEZER models is located by the top door hinge in the refrigeration compartment.
The serial tag on SIDE-BY-SIDE models is located by the top door hinge in the freezer compartment.
The serial tag on OVER / UNDER models is located by the top door hinge in the refrigerator compartment.

Figure 1-1. Serial Tag Layout (Layout Reference Only)

Illustration of a typical Sub-Zero appliance serial tag. Key elements include: Sub-Zero logo, Model (e.g., BI-36U), Serial Number (e.g., F3000000), Product Type (REFRIGERATOR FREEZER), Refrigerant Charge (e.g., 5.5 oz), Total Amps (e.g., 6.5 oz), Refrigerant Type (e.g., R134a), Voltage/Frequency (115Vac, 60Hz, 1 Phase), UL Listing marks, and Date Code.

MODEL DESCRIPTIONS

The following diagram and tables explain the full model number code for the Built-in Series. Model numbers listed in this manual refer to the basic configuration (digits up to the first forward slash) and are accompanied by diagrams of the basic models. Functional parts are common across different configurations of the same basic model.

Figure 1-2. Model Number Code Breakdown

Diagram illustrating the components of a Sub-Zero Built-In (BI) Series model number, such as BI-36UG/S/PH-RH. Components include: Model Type (e.g., S=Side-by-Side, U=Over/Under, R=All Refrigerator, F=All Freezer), Additional Model Type Information (e.g., G=Glass Door, A=High Altitude Glass Door, D=Ice & Water Dispenser), Trim Style (e.g., /F=Framed, /O=Overlay, /S=Stainless Steel), Door Swing (e.g., -RH=Hinge on Right Side, -LH=Hinge on Left Side), Model Line Identifier (e.g., BI=Domestic, ICBBI=International), Nominal Cabinet Width (e.g., 30", 36", 42", 48"), and Stainless Steel Handle Style (e.g., /TH=Tubular, /PH=Pro Style, /CH=Curved).

BI-36R Series (36" Wide, All-Refrigerator)

BI-36R/F: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Refrigerator, Framed Door Trim with Handle, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-36R/O: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Refrigerator, Overlay Door Trim (No Handle), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-36R/S: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Refrigerator, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Door, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-36R (36-inch wide, all-refrigerator unit).

BI-36RG Series (36" Wide, All-Refrigerator, Glass Door)

BI-36RG/F: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Refrigerator, Glass Door, Framed Door Trim with Handle, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-36RA/F: Same as BI-36RG/F but with High Altitude Glass Door.

BI-36RG/O: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Refrigerator, Glass Door, Overlay Door Trim (No Handle), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-36RA/O: Same as BI-36RG/O but with High Altitude Glass Door.

BI-36RG/S: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Refrigerator, Glass Door, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Door, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

BI-36RA/S: Same as BI-36RG/S but with High Altitude Glass Door.

Illustration of a Model BI-36RG (36-inch wide, all-refrigerator unit with glass door).

BI-36F Series (36" Wide, All-Freezer)

BI-36F/F: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Freezer, Framed Door Trim with Handle, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-36F/O: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Freezer, Overlay Door Trim (No Handle), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-36F/S: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, All-Freezer, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Door, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-36F (36-inch wide, all-freezer unit).

BI-30U Series (30" Wide, Over/Under)

BI-30U/F: Built-In Series, 30" Wide, Over/Under, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-30U/O: Built-In Series, 30" Wide, Over/Under, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-30U/S: Built-In Series, 30" Wide, Over/Under, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-30U (30-inch wide, over/under unit).

BI-30UG Series (30" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Door)

BI-30UG/F: Built-In Series, 30" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Refrigerator Door, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-30UA/F: Same as BI-30UG/F but with High Altitude Glass Door.

BI-30UG/O: Built-In Series, 30" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Refrigerator Door, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-30UA/O: Same as BI-30UG/O but with High Altitude Glass Door.

BI-30UG/S: Built-In Series, 30" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Refrigerator Door, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

BI-30UA/S: Same as BI-30UG/S but with High Altitude Glass Door.

Illustration of a Model BI-30UG (30-inch wide, over/under unit with glass door).

BI-36U Series (36" Wide, Over/Under)

BI-36U/F: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Over/Under, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-36U/O: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Over/Under, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-36U/S: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Over/Under, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-36U (36-inch wide, over/under unit).

BI-36UG Series (36" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Door)

BI-36UG/F: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Refrigerator Door, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-36UA/F: Same as BI-36UG/F but with High Altitude Glass Door.

BI-36UG/O: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Refrigerator Door, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-36UA/O: Same as BI-36UG/O but with High Altitude Glass Door.

BI-36UG/S: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Over/Under, Glass Refrigerator Door, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

BI-36UA/S: Same as BI-36UG/S but with High Altitude Glass Door.

Illustration of a Model BI-36UG (36-inch wide, over/under unit with glass door).

BI-36S Series (36" Wide, Side-by-Side)

BI-36S/F: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Side-by-Side, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-36S/O: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Side-by-Side, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-36S/S: Built-In Series, 36" Wide, Side-by-Side, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-36S (36-inch wide, side-by-side unit).

BI-42S Series (42" Wide, Side-by-Side)

BI-42S/F: Built-In Series, 42" Wide, Side-by-Side, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-42S/O: Built-In Series, 42" Wide, Side-by-Side, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-42S/S: Built-In Series, 42" Wide, Side-by-Side, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-42S (42-inch wide, side-by-side unit).

BI-42SD Series (42" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser)

BI-42SD/F: Built-In Series, 42" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-42SD/O: Built-In Series, 42" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-42SD/S: Built-In Series, 42" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Louver Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-42SD (42-inch wide, side-by-side unit with dispenser).

BI-48S Series (48" Wide, Side-by-Side)

BI-48S/F: Built-In Series, 48" Wide, Side-by-Side, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-48S/O: Built-In Series, 48" Wide, Side-by-Side, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Panel Grille (Standard)

BI-48S/S: Built-In Series, 48" Wide, Side-by-Side, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Stainless Steel Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-48S (48-inch wide, side-by-side unit).

BI-48SD Series (48" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser)

BI-48SD/F: Built-In Series, 48" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser, Framed Door Trim with Handles, Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-48SD/O: Built-In Series, 48" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser, Overlay Door Trim (No Handles), Louver Grille (Standard)

BI-48SD/S: Built-In Series, 48" Wide, Side-by-Side, Ice/Water Dispenser, Classic Stainless Steel Wrapped Doors, Louver Grille (Standard)

Illustration of a Model BI-48SD (48-inch wide, side-by-side unit with dispenser).

Models: Series-1, Series-8, BI Series 36 Inch Classic Refrigerator, BI Series, 36 Inch Classic Refrigerator, Classic Refrigerator

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