Use this summary if 3 Flashes interrupted a U-Line Refrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo. Orientation: Overflow protection circuit open plus thermistor failure on CLR2060 control. Sealed refrigeration and live-board work stay technician-only.
Reviewed by Ethan Cole · Last reviewed August 11, 2026
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Ethan Cole Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished August 11, 2026Technically reviewed August 11, 2026
Error code3 Flashes
ApplianceRefrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo
Affected model seriesSelect U-Line electronic-control Refrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo appliances (verify the code map for yours)
Quick answer
3 Flashes · U-Line Refrigerator / Wine / Beverage / Combo · Overflow protection circuit open plus thermistor failure on CLR2060 control. (platform-dependent).
Model compatibility: U-Line reuses display codes across control platforms, so 3 Flashes 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
3 Flashes on a U-Line refrigerator, wine, or beverage unit often means: Overflow protection circuit open plus thermistor failure on CLR2060 control.. Two U-Line appliances can share a display string yet map it differently by series; verify for your rating-label model.
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)
Record the full U-Line model number from the rating label
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
For recurring 3 Flashes, independent service is safer than guessing parts. U-Line Appliance Repair will diagnose on site and estimate before any repair.
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.
Try only the safe checks and one manufacturer-approved restart. If 3 Flashes returns, stop and book independent diagnosis with U-Line Appliance Repair.
Two U-Line appliances can share a display string yet map it differently by series; verify for your rating-label model.
References
Sources & references
U-Line product documentation / User Guide & Service Manual families
U-Line error/diagnostic code master list v2 (verified)
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.
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