R Temp Lo 12H+ · U-Line Refrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo: cautious overview for homeowners. Right-zone temperature more than 10°F below set point for over 12 hours. Book U-Line Appliance Repair if it returns after one careful reset.
Reviewed by Ethan Cole · Last reviewed August 11, 2026
Written by
Ethan Cole Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished August 11, 2026Technically reviewed August 11, 2026
Error codeR Temp Lo 12H+
ApplianceRefrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo
Affected model seriesU-Line undercounter Refrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo controls that show service or alert codes
Quick answer
Decode R Temp Lo 12H+ for U-Line Refrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo owners: Right-zone temperature more than 10°F below set point for over 12 hours..
Model compatibility: U-Line reuses display codes across control platforms, so R Temp Lo 12H+ may mean something different on another appliance family or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Seeing R Temp Lo 12H+ in a U-Line undercounter fridge or wine cabinet? Typical reading: Right-zone temperature more than 10°F below set point for over 12 hours.. Exact U-Line wording can differ by control platform and model year — confirm against your unit’s documentation before acting.
Before you call
Safe checks you can make
These are simple, non-hazardous checks only. If anything is unclear, stop and contact a technician.
Record the exact display string shown (including flash patterns)
Photograph the display and rating label so an independent tech can match the code to your model
Confirm doors/drawers are fully closed and seals are clear of debris
Perform a manufacturer-approved power restart once if safe to do so
Important safety warning. Do not open internal panels, access high-voltage wiring, or attempt sealed refrigeration work. Never bypass safety devices. If you see smoke, sparks, a burning smell, or water near electrical parts, switch the appliance off at the outlet if it is safe to do so and call a professional.
Please avoid
What not to attempt
Do not open internal panels or access high-voltage components
Do not open or attempt to recharge the sealed refrigerant system
Do not bypass door switches, safety devices or interlocks
Do not keep running the appliance if there is water near electrical parts, a burning smell or sparks
Get help
When to call a technician
When R Temp Lo 12H+ keeps returning, stop DIY inside the cabinet and schedule U-Line Appliance Repair — bring photos of the display and rating label.
Code still showing?
Get this U-Line fault diagnosed properly
A returning error code usually needs model-specific testing. Book a visit for a clear estimate — no surprise add-ons.
