Amana 22 Cu. Ft., 24 Cu. Ft., 26 Cu. Ft. side by side refrigerator Service Manual

Service

22, 24, & 26 Cu. Ft.

Side by Side Refrigerators

This Base Manual covers 22, 24, and

26 Cu. Ft. Side by Side Refrigerators.

Refer to individual Technical Sheet for specific information on models.

This manual is to be used by qualified appliance technicians only.

Amana does not assume any responsibility for property damage or personal injury for improper service procedures done by an

RS 1300005

Revision 0

November 2001

Important Information

Pride and workmanship go into every product to provide our customers with quality products.

It is possible, however, that during its lifetime a product may require service.

Products should be serviced only by a qualified service technician who is familiar with the safety procedures required in the repair and who is equipped with the proper tools, parts, testing instruments and the appropriate service manual. REVIEW ALL SERVICE INFORMATION

IN THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE MANUAL BEFORE BEGINNING REPAIRS.

Important Notices for Consumers and Servicers

I _, WARNING

To avoid risk of serious injury or death, repairs should not be attempted by unauthorized personnel, dangerous conditions (such as exposure to electrical shock) may result.

CAUTION

Amana will not be responsible for any injury or property damage from improper service procedures. If performing service on your own product, assume responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result.

To locate an authorized servicer, please consult your telephone book or the dealer from whom you purchased this product.

For further assistance, please contact:

CONSUMER

AMANA,

AFFAIRS

AMANA APPLIANCES

IOWA 52204

DEPT.

OR

CALL

1-319-622-5511 and ask for

Consumer Affairs or (1-800-843-0304)

If outside the United States contact:

AMANA

ATTN: CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT.

AMANA, IOWA 52204, USA

Telephone: (3t9) 622-5511

Facsimile: (3t9) 622-2180

TELEX: 4330076 AMANA

CABLE: "AMANA", AMANA, IOWA, USA

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels

_IL DANGER

DANGER--Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death.

_IL WARNING

WARNING--Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.

_k, CAUTION

CAUTION--Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property damage.

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Table of Contents

Important Information ................................................

Product Design ..........................................................

Component Testing ....................................................

Service Procedures .................................................

Service Equipment ..................................................

Drier Replacement ...................................................

Refrigerant Precautions ...........................................

Line Piercing Valves .................................................

Open Lines .............................................................

Compressor Operational Test ...................................

11

11

Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System ..................

12

Leak Testing ............................................................

12

10

10

11

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Testing Systems Containing a

Refrigerant Charge ............................................

Testing Systems Containing

No Refrigerant Charge .......................................

Restrictions .............................................................

12

12

13

2

4

5

10

Symptoms .........................................................

Testing for Restrictions .......................................

Evacuation and Charging .........................................

Evacuation ........................................................

Charging ...........................................................

Refrigerant Charge ............................................

HFC134a Service Information ...................................

Health, Safety, and Handling ...............................

16

Comparison of CFC12 and HFC134a Properties .. 16

Replacement Service Compressor ............................

17

Compressor Testing Procedures .........................

17

Brazinc ...................................................................

17

13

13

14

14

15

15

16

Refrigerant Flow 22, 24, 26 cu. ft ..............................

Cabinet Air Flow 24, 26 cu. ft ....................................

Cabinet Air Flow 22 cu. ft ..........................................

18

19

20

Ice and Water Dispenser Diagram ............................

21

Water Valves Diagram ..................................................

22

Typical External Sweat Pattern ..................................

23

Troubleshooting Chart ................................................

24

System Diagnosis ....................................................

Disassembly Procedures

27

Refrigerator Compartment ....................................

Upper Light Socket & Lens .................................

Freezer Cold Control ..........................................

30

30

30

Defrost Timer ..........................................................

30

Adaptive Defrost Control ....................................

30

Damper Control .......................................................

31

Water Filter Assembly .............................................

31

Water Tank Assembly ..............................................

31

Crisper Cover and Socket ..................................

Freezer Compartment

31

Freezer Light Socket ..........................................

Auger Motor Assembly .......................................

31

31

Auger Motor ......................................................

31

Auger Motor Capacitor ............................................

32

Evaporator Fan Motor Assembly .........................

32

Evaporator Fan Motor and Fan Blade ..................... 32

Evaporator Removal ...............................................

32

Defrost Terminator (Thermostat) .........................

32

Defrost Heater ...................................................

32

Ice Maker Removal .................................................

33

Machine Compartment

Water Valves .....................................................

33

Condenser Fan motor and Blade ........................

33

Compressor ......................................................

Condensate Drain Tube .....................................

Condensate Drain Pan .......................................

33

33

33

Overload/Relay ..................................................

Condenser ........................................................

Bottom of Cabinet

Front Leveling Rollers ........................................

Rear Leveling Rollers .........................................

Cabinet Doors

Door Gaskets ....................................................

34

34

34

34

34

Dispenser Facade (Messenger Model) ................

34

Dispenser Ice Chute Door ..................................

35

Dispenser Light Socket ......................................

Dispenser D/C Solenoid .....................................

35

35

Dispenser Water Tube .......................................

35

High Voltage Board (Messenger Model) .............. 35

Ice 'N Water Systems

Troubleshooting of 5 button Dispenser ................

36

Troubleshooting of Messenger Dispenser ............ 40

Troubleshooting of 3 button Dispenser ................

45

Appendix A

Owner's Manual ..................................................

A-2

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Product Design

WARNING

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a resistor before attempting to service.

Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational.

Refrigeration System

Compressor forces high temperature vapor into fan cooled tube and wire condenser where vapor is cooled and condensed into high pressure liquid by circulation of air across condenser coil. (See Refrigerant Flow

Diagram, page 18)

High pressure liquid passes into post-condenser loop which helps to prevent condensation around freezer compartment opening and through molecular sieve drier and into capillary tube. Small inside diameter of capillary offers resistance, decreasing pressure, and temperature of liquid discharged into evaporator.

Capillary diameter and length is carefully sized for each system.

Capillary enters evaporator at top back. Combined liquid and saturated gas flows through back to bottom of coil and into suction line. Aluminium tube evaporator coil is located in freezer compartment where circulating evaporator fan moves air through coil and into fresh food compartment.

Large surface of evaporator allows heat to be absorbed from both fresh food and freezer compartments by airflow over evaporator coil causing some of the liquid to evaporate.

Temperature of evaporator tubing near end of running cycle may vary from -13 ° to -25°F.

Saturated gas is drawn off through suction line where superheated gas enters compressor.

To raise temperature of gas, suction line is placed in heat exchange with capillary.

Temperature Controls

Freezer compartment temperature is regulated by air sensing thermostat at rear back of fresh food compartment which actuates compressor.

Control capillary is inserted in well which routes capillary into freezer.

Control should be set to maintain freezer temperature between 0 ° to -2°F.

Fresh food compartment temperature is regulated an air damper control governing amount of refrigerated air entering fresh food compartment from freezer.

Fresh food compartment temperature should be between 38 ° and 40°F.

Defrost Timer System (some models)

Every 8 hours of compressor run time defrost timer activates radiant electric defrost heater suspended from evaporator.

After 33 minutes of defrost cycle time, timer restores circuit to compressor.

Defrost terminator (thermostat) is wired in series with defrost heater. Terminator opens and breaks circuit when preset high temperature is reached. After defrost thermostat opens, thermostat remains open until end of defrost cycle when cooling cycle starts and terminator senses present low temperature and closes.

Defrost heater is suspended on left side of evaporator coil and across bottom to keep defrost drain free flowing during defrost.

Defrost water is caught in trough under evaporator coil and flows through drain hole in liner and drain tubing into drain pan. Air circulated by condenser fan over pan evaporates water.

Adaptive Defrost System (some models)

The ADC adapts the compressor run time between defrosts to achieve optimum defrost intervals by monitoring the cold control and length the defrost heater is on.

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Component

Compressor

Description

When compressor

With "shorted" relay or capacitor, compressor will start and overload

_rotector will quickly open due to high current of combined run and start windings.

electrical circuit is energized, the start winding current causes relay to heat. After an amount of starting time, the start winding circuit

turns off. The relay will switch off the start winding circuit even though compressor has not started (for example, when attempting to restart after momentary power interruption).

With "open" relay, compressor will not start because there is little or no current

to start windings.

Overload protection will open due to high locked rotor run winding current.

With open or weak capacitor, compressor will start and run as normal but will consume more energy.

Test Procedures

Resistance test

1. Disconnect power to unit.

2. Discharge capacitor by shorting across terminals with a resistor for 1 minute.

NOTE: (Some compressors do not have a run capacitor.)

3. Remove leads from compressor terminals.

4. Set ohmmeter to lowest scale.

5. Check for resistance between

Terminals "S" and "C", start winding

Terminals "R" and "C", run winding

If either compressor winding reads open (infinite or very high resistance) or dead short (0 ohms), replace compressor.

Ground test

1. Disconnect power to refrigerator.

2. Discharge capacitor, if present, by shorting terminals through a resistor.

3. Remove compressor leads and use an ohmmeter set on highest scale.

4. Touch one lead to compressor body (clean point of contact) and other probe to each compressor terminal.

• If reading is obtained, compressor is grounded and must be replaced.

Operation test

If voltage, capacitor, overload, and motor winding tests do not show cause for failure, perform the following test:


2. Discharge capacitor by shorting capacitor terminals through a resistor.

3. Remove leads from compressor terminals.

4. Wire a test cord to power switch.

5. Place time delayed fuse with UL rating equal to amp rating of motor in test cord socket. (Refer to Technical Data Sheet)

6. Remove overload and relay.

7. Connect start, common and run leads of test cord on appropriate terminals of compressor.

8. Attach capacitor leads of test cord together. If capacitor is used, attach capacitor lead to a known good capacitor of same capacity.

To AC supply

_Capacitor

Test configuration

9. Plug test cord into multimeter to determine start and run wattage and to check for low voltage, which can also be a source of trouble indications.

10. With power to multimeter, press start cord switch and release.

• If compressor motor starts and draws normal wattage, compressor is okay and trouble is in capacitor, relay/overload, freezer temperature control, or elsewhere in system.

• If compressor does not start when direct wired, recover refrigerant at high side. After refrigerant is recovered, repeat compressor direct wire test. If compressor runs after recovery but would not run when direct wired before recover, a restriction in sealed system is indicated.

• If compressor does not run when wired direct after recovery, replace faulty compressor.

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Component

Capacitor

Condenser

Description

Run capacitor connects to relay terminal 3 and L side of line.

Some compressors do not require a run capacitor; refer to the Technical Data

Sheet for the unit being serviced.

Test Procedures

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, discharge capacitor through a resistor before handling.


2. Remove capacitor cover and disconnect capacitor wires.

3. Discharge capacitor by shorting across terminals with a resistor for 1 minute.

4. Check resistance across capacitor terminals with ohmmeter set on "X1 K" scale.

• Good--needle swings to 0 ohms and slowly moves back to infinity.

• Open--needle does not move. Replace capacitor.

• Shorted--needle moves to zero and stays. Replace capacitor.

• High resistance leak--needle jumps toward 0 and then moves back to constant high resistance (not infinity).

Condenser is a tube and wire construction located in machine compartment.

Leaks in condenser can usually be detected by using an electronic leak detector or soap solution. Look for signs of compressor oil when checking for leaks. A certain amount of compressor oil is circulated with refrigerant.

Condenser is on high pressure discharge side of compressor.

Condenser function is to transfer heat absorbed by refrigerant to ambient.

Higher pressure gas is routed to condenser where, as gas temperature is reduced, gas condenses into a high pressure liquid state. Heat transfer takes

_lace because discharged gas is at a higher temperature than air that is passing over condenser.

It is very important that adequate air flow over condenser is maintained.

Leaks in post condenser loop are rare because loop is a one-piece copper tube.

For minute leaks

1. Separate condenser from rest of refrigeration system and pressurize condenser up to a maximum of 235 PSI with a refrigerant and dry nitrogen combination.

2. Recheck for leaks.

Condenser is air cooled by condenser fan motor. If efficiency of heat transfer from condenser to surrounding air is impaired, condensing temperature becomes higher. High liquid temperature means liquid will not remove as much heat during boiling in evaporator as under normal conditions.

This would be indicated by high than normal head

_ressures, long run time, and high wattage. Remove any lint or other accumulation, that would restrict normal air movement through condenser.

WARNING

To avoid severe personal injury or death from sudden eruption of high pressures gases, observe the following:

Protect against a sudden eruption if high pressures are required for leak checking.

Do not use high pressure compressed gases in refrigeration systems without a reliable pressure regulator and pressure relief valve in the lines.

From condenser the refrigerant flows into a post condenser loop which helps control exterior condensation on flange, center mullion, and around freezer door.

Refrigerant the flows through the drier to

_vaporator and into compressor through suction line.

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Component

Overload / Relay

Description

When voltage is connected and relay is cool, current passes through relay to start winding.

After a short time, current heats the resistor in relay and resistance will rise blocking current flow through relay.

Test Procedures

1. Disconnect power to the refrigerator.

2. Remove relay cover and disconnect leads.

3. Check resistance across terminals 2 and 3 with an ohmmeter:

Normal = 3 to 12 ohms

Shorted = 0 ohms

Open = infinite ohms

Start winding remains in the circuit through run capacitor.

Freezer temperature control

Solid state relay plugs directly on compressor start and run terminals.

Relay

terminals 2 and 3 are connected within relay. Run capacitor is connected to relay

terminal 3. L2 side of 120 VAC power is connected to relay terminal 2.

Freezer temperature control is a capillary

tube operating a single pole, single throw switch.

Check for proper calibration with thermocouple capillary in air supply well by recording cutqn and cut-out temperatures at middle setting. Refer to tech sheet for model being serviced for expected temperatures.

Ice Maker

ECM condenser motor

Freezer temperature control controls cycle through defrost timer.

run Check control contacts are opening by disconnecting electrical leads to control and turning control knob to coldest setting. Check for continuity across terminals.

Altitude Adjustment

When altitude adjustment is required on a

G.E. control, turn altitude adjustment screw 1/7 turn counter clockwise for each

1,000 feet increase in altitude up to 10,000 feet. One full turn equals 10,000 feet maximum.

In most cases the need for altitude adjustments can be avoided by simply

turning temperature control knob to colder setting.

2,000

4,000

6,000

8,000

10,000

Altitude Counter in Feet

Feet Above

Sea Level

Turn Screw

Clockwise (Angular

Degrees)

3O

81

129

174

216

Optional on some models.

See "Ice Maker" section for service information.

Condenser fan moves cooling air across condenser coil and compressor body.

Check resistance across coil.

Condenser fan motor is in parallel circuit with compressor.

Evaporator fan motor

Evaporator fan moves air across evaporator coil and throughout refrigerator cabinet.

1. Disconnect power to unit.

2. Disconnect fan motor leads.

3. Check resistance from ground connection solder. Trace to motor frame must not exceed .05 ohms.

4. Check for voltage at connector to motor with unit in refrigeration mode and compressor operating.

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Component

Refrigerator light switch

Freezer light /

Interlock switch

Drier

Description

Single pole, single throw switch completes circuit for light when door is open.

Test Procedures

Check resistant across terminals.

Switch arm depressed

"NO" terminals

Switch arm up

"NO" terminals

Open

Closed

Single pole, Double throw switch completes circuit for light when door is open. Completes circuit for dispenser when door is closed

Drier is placed at post condenser loop outlet and passes liquefied refrigerant to capillary.

Desiccant

Grams

(20) 8 x 12 4AXH - 7 M>S> -

Check resistant across terminals.

Switch arm depressed

"NO" terminals

"NC" terminals

Open

Closed

Switch arm not depressed

"NC" terminals

"NO" terminals

Open

Closed

Drier must be changed every time the system is opened for testing or compressor replacement.

NOTE: Drier used in R12 sealed system is not interchangeable with drier used in R134a sealed system. Always replace drier in R134a system with Amana part number B2150504.

Before opening refrigeration system, recover HFC134a refrigerant for safe disposal.

1. Cut drier out of system using the following procedure.

Do not unbraze drier.

2. Applying heat to remove drier will drive moisture into the system.

3. Score capillary tube close to drier and break.

4. Reform inlet tube to drier allowing enough space for large tube cutter.

5. Cut circumference of drier 1 W' below condenser inlet tube joint to drier.

6. Remove drier.

7. Apply heat trap paste on post condenser tubes to protect grommets from higt heat.

8. Unbraze remaining part of drier. Remove drier from system.

9. Discard drier in safe place. Do not leave drier with customer.

If refrigerator is under warranty, old drier must accompany warranty claim.

Defrost timer

Z

Adaptive defrost control (ADC)

1 WARNING

To avoid death or severe personal injury, cut drier at correct location.

Cutting drier at incorrect location will allow desiccant beads to scatter. If spilled, completely clean area of beads.

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Timer motor operates control is closed.

only when freezer

After specified amount of actual operating time, inner cam in timer throws the contacts from terminal 4, compressor circuit, to terminal 2, defrost thermostat/defrost heater circuit.

After specified defrost cycle time, timer cam resets the circuitry through terminal

4 to compressor.

1. To check timer motor winding, check for continuity between terminals 1 and of timer.

2. Depending on rotating position of the cam, terminal 1 of timer is common to both terminal 2, the defrost mode, and terminal 4, the compressor mode.

There should never be continuity between terminals 2 and 4.

3. With continuity between terminals 1 and 4, rotate timer knob clockwise until audible click is heard. When the click is heard, reading between terminals 1 and 4 should be infinite and there should be continuity between terminals 1 and 2.

4. Continuing to rotate time knob until a second click is heard should restore circuit between terminals 1 and 4.

The ADC adapts the compressor run time between defrosts to achieve optimum defrost intervals by monitoring the cold control and length the defrost heater is on.

Refer to specific Technical Data Sheet with unit for troubleshooting procedure.

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Water valve

Description

Controls water flow to the ice maker.

Controlled by thermostat in ice maker.

See Ice Maker Section for further information.

Test Procedures

Check resistance across coil windings.

Evaporator Inner volume of evaporator allows liquid refrigerant discharged from capillary to

9xpand into refrigerant gas.

Test for leaks in evaporator with electronic leak detector or with soap solution.

Compressor oil is circulated with refrigerant; check for oil when checking for leaks.

Expansion cools evaporator tube and fin

temperature to approximately -20°F

transferring heat from freezer section to refrigerant.

For minute leaks

1. Separate evaporator from rest of refrigeration system and pressurize evaporator up to a maximum of 140 PSI with a refrigerant and dry nitrogen combination.

2. Recheck for leaks.

Passing through suction line to compressor, the refrigerant picks up superheat (a relationship between pressure and temperature that assures complete vaporization of liquid refrigerant) as the result of capillary tube soldered to suction line.

Refrigerant gas is pulled through suction line by compressor, completing refrigeration cycle.

WARNING

To avoid severe personal injury or death from sudden erruption of high pressurres gases, observe the following:

•

• Protect against a sudden eruption if high pressures are required for leak checking.

Do not use high pressure compressed gases in refrigeration systems without a reliable pressure regulator and pressure relief valve in the lines.

Evaporator defrost heater

&ctivated when defrost thermostat, defrost timer, and freezer control complete circuit through heater.

Thermostat

Check resistance across heater.

To check defrost system :

1. Thermocouple defrost thermostat and plug refrigerator into wattmeter.

2. Turn into defrost mode. Wattmeter should read specified watts (according to

Technical Data Sheet).

3. When defrost thermostat reaches specified temperature +5°F (see Technical

Data Sheet), thermostat should interrupt power to heater.

Test continuity across terminals.

Thermostat is in a series circuit with

terminal 2 of defrost timer, and defrost heater. Circuit is complete if evaporator ran motor operates when cold.

With power off and evaporator coil below freezing, thermostat should show continuity when checked with ohmmeter.

See "Heater, evaporator (defrost)" section for additional tests.

Controls the circuit from freezer

thermostat through defrost terminator to defrost heater. Opens and breaks circuit when thermostat senses preset high temperature.

After defrost thermostat opens, thermostat remains open until end of defrost cycle and refrigerator starts cooling again. Defrost thermostat senses a preset low temperature and resets (closes).

Damper Control Damper control balances the air delivery between refrigerator and freezer compartments providing temperature control for refrigerator.

Subject capillary to appropriate temperature (refer to Technical Data Sheet for model being serviced).

Damper door should close to within _A" of completely shut.

Internal capillary activates damper control and door closes restricting flow of air from freezer compartment to refrigerator compartment.

If altitude adjustment is required, turn altitude adjustment screw 1/8 turn clockwise for each 1,000 feet increase in altitude.

There are no electrical connections to damper control. See Technical Data Sheet for damper specifications for unit being serviced.

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Service Procedures

WARNING

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational.

Service Equipment

Listed below is equipment needed for proper servicing of HFC134a systems. Verify equipment is confirmed by manufacturer as being compatible with HFC134a and ester oil system.

Equipment must be exclusively used for HFC134a.

Exclusive use of equipment only applies to italic items.

• Evacuation pump

Check with vacuum pump supplier to verify equipment is compatible for HFC134a. Robinair, Model 15600

2 stage, 6 cubic feet per minute pump is recommended.

• Four-way manifold gauge set, with low loss hoses

• Leak detector

• Charging cylinder

• Line piercing saddle valve

(Schroeder valves). Seals must be HFC134a and ester oil compatible. Line piercing valves may be used for diagnosis but are not suitable for evacuation or charging, due to minute holes pierced in tubing. Do not leave mechanical access valves on system.

Valves eventually will leak. Molecules of HFC134a are smaller than other refrigerants and will leak where other refrigerants would not.

Swagging tools

Flaring tools

Tubing cutter

Flux

SiI-Fos

Silver solder

Oil for swagging and flaring

Use only part # R0157532

• Copper tubing

Use only part # R0174075 and # R0174076

• Dry nitrogen

99.5% minimum purity, with -40°F or lower dew point

• Crimp tool

• Tube bender

• Micron vacuum gauge

• Process tube adaptor k#

• Heat trap paste

• ICI appliance grade HFCI34a

Drier Replacement

Before opening refrigeration system, recover

HFC134a refrigerant for safe disposal.

Every time sealed HFC134a system is repaired, drier filter must be replaced with, part # B2150504.

Cut drier out of system by completing the following steps. Do not unbraze drier filter. Applying heat to remove drier will drive moisture into system.

WARNING

To avoid risk of severe personal injury or death, cut drier at correct location. Cutting drier at incorrect location will allow desiccant beads to scatter.

Completely clean area of beads, if spilled.

1.

Score capillary tube close to drier and break.

2.

Reform inlet tube to drier allowing enough space for large tube cutter.

3.

Cut circumference of drier at 1-1/4", below condenser inlet tube joint to drier.

4.

Remove drier.

5.

Apply heat trap paste on post condenser tubes to protect grommets from high heat.

6.

Unbraze remaining part of drier. Remove drier from system.

7.

Discard drier in safe place. Do not leave drier with customer.

If refrigerator is under warranty, old drier must accompany warranty claim.

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Refrigerant Precautions

WARNING

To avoid risk of personal injury, do not allow refrigerant to contact eyes or skin.

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To AC supply

Switch

Compressor

Fuses

CAUTION

To avoid risk of property damage, do not use refrigerant other than that shown on unit serial number identification plate.

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NOTE: All precautionary measures recommended by refrigerant manufacturers and suppliers apply and should be observed.

Line Piercing Valves

Line piercing valves can be used for diagnosis, but are not suitable for evacuating or charging due to holes pierced in tubing by valves.

NOTE: Do not leave line piercing valves on system.

Connection between valve and tubing is not hermetically sealed. Leaks will occur.

Open Lines

During any processing of refrigeration system, never leave lines open to atmosphere.

Open lines allow water vapor to enter system, making proper evacuation more difficult.

Compressor Operational Test

(short term testing only)

If compressor voltage, capacitor, overload, and motor winding tests are successful (do not indicate a fault), perform the following test:

1.Disconnect power to unit.

2.Discharge

capacitor by shorting capacitor terminals through a resistor.

NOTE: Not all units have run capacitor.

3.Remove

leads from compressor terminals.

4.Attach test cord to compressor windings.

• Common lead on test cord attaches to C terminal on compressor.

• Start lead on test cord attaches to S terminal on compressor.

• Run lead on test cord attaches to M terminal on compressor.

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Attaching Capacitor for Compressor Test

5. Connect a known good capacitor into circuit as shown above. For proper capacitor size and rating, see technical data sheet for unit under test.

NOTE: Ensure test cord cables and fuses meet specifications for unit under test (see Technical

Sheet for unit under test).

6. Replace compressor protector cover securely.

7. Plug test cord into outlet, then press and release start cord switch.

i CAUTION

To avoid risk of damage to compressor windings, immediately disconnect (unplug) test cord from power source if compressor does not start. Damage to compressor windings occurs if windings remain energized when compressor is not running.

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If compressor runs when direct wired, it is working properly. Malfunction is elsewhere in system.

If compressor does not start when direct wired, recover system at high side. After the system is recovered, repeat compressor direct wire test.

If compressor runs after system is recovered (but would not operate when wired direct before recovery) a restriction in sealed system is indicated.

If motor does not run when wired direct after recovery, replace faulty compressor.

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Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System

Moisture in a refrigerator sealed system exposed to heat generated by the compressor and motor reacts chemically with refrigerant and oil in the system and forms corrosive hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acids.

These acids contribute to breakdown of motor winding insulation and corrosion of compressor working parts, causing compressor failure.

In addition, sludge, a residue of the chemical reaction, coats all surfaces of sealed system, and will eventually restrict refrigerant flow through capillary tube.

To dehydrate sealed system, evacuate system (see paragraph Evacuation).

Leak Testing

[ DANGER

To avoid risk of serious injury or death from violent explosions, NEVER use oxygen or acetylene for pressure testing or clean out of refrigeration systems. Free oxygen will explode on contact with oil. Acetylene will explode spontaneously when put under pressure.

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Testing Systems Containing No Refrigerant Charge

1. Connect cylinder of nitrogen, through gauge manifold, to process tube of compressor and liquid line strainer.

2. Open valves on nitrogen cylinder and gauge manifold.

Allow pressure to build within sealed system.

3. Check for leaks using soap suds.

If a leak is detected in a joint, do not to attempt to repair by applying additional brazing material. Joint must be disassembled, cleaned and rebrazed. Capture refrigerant charge (if system is charged), unbraze joint, clean all parts, then rebraze.

If leak is detected in tubing, replace tubing. If leak is detected in either coil, replace faulty coil.

It is important to check sealed system for refrigerant leaks. Undetected leaks can lead to repeated service calls and eventually result in system contamination, restrictions, and premature compressor failure.

Refrigerant leaks are best detected with halide or electronic leak detectors.

Testing Systems Containing a Refrigerant Charge

1. Stop unit operation (turn refrigerator off).

2. Holding leak detector exploring tube as close to system tubing as possible, check all piping, joints, and fittings.

NOTE: Use soap suds on areas leak detector cannot reach or reliably test.

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Restrictions

Symptoms

Restrictions in sealed system most often occur at capillary tube or filter drier, but can exist anywhere on liquid side of system.

Restrictions reduce refrigerant flow rate and heat removal rate. Wattage drops because compressor is not circulating normal amount of refrigerants.

Common causes of total restrictions are moisture, poorly soldered joints, or solid contaminants.

Moisture freezes at evaporator inlet end of capillary tube. Solid contaminants collect in filter drier.

If restriction is on low side, suction pressure will be in a vacuum and head pressure will be near normal.

If restriction is on high side, suction pressure will be in a vacuum and head pressure will be higher than normal during pump out cycle.

Refrigeration occurs on low pressure side of partial restriction.

There will be a temperature difference at the point of restriction.

Frost and/or condensation will be present in most case at the point of restriction.

Also, system requires longer to equalize.

Slight or partial restriction can give the same symptoms as refrigerant shortage including lower than normal back pressure, head pressure, wattage, and warmer temperatures.

Total restriction on the discharge side of compressor, when restriction is between compressor and first half of condenser, results in higher than normal head pressure and wattage while low side is being pumped out.

Testing for Restrictions

To determine if a restriction exists:

1. Attach gauge and manifold between suction and discharge sides of sealed system.

2. Turn unit on and allow pressure on each side to stabilize. Inspect condenser side of system. Tubing on condenser should be warm and temperature should be equal throughout (no sudden drops at any point along tubing).

• If temperature of condenser tubing is consistent throughout, go to step 4.

• If temperature of condenser tubing drops suddenly at any point, tubing is restricted at point of temperature drop (if restriction is severe, frost may form at point of restriction and extend down in direction of refrigerant flow in system). Go to step 5.

3. Visually check system for kinks in refrigeration line which is causing restriction. Correct kink and repeat step 2.

4. Turn unit off and time how long it takes high and low pressure gauges to equalize:

• If pressure equalization takes longer than 10 minutes, a restriction exists in the capillary tube or drier filter. Go to step 5.

• If pressure equalization takes less than 10 minutes, system is not restricted. Check for other possible causes of malfunction.

5. Recover refrigerant in sealed system.

NOTE: Before opening any refrigeration system, capture refrigerant in system for safe disposal.

6. Remove power from unit.

CAUTION

To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, take necessary precautions against high temperatures required for brazing.

7. Remove and replace restricted device.

8. Evacuate sealed system.

9. Charge system to specification.

NOTE: Do not use captured or recycled refrigerant in

Amana units. Captured or recycled refrigerant voids any Amana and/or compressor manufacturer's warranty.

NOTE: Charge system with exact amount of refrigerant.

Refer to unit nameplate for correct refrigerant charge. Inaccurately charged system will cause future problems.

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WARNING


Evacuation and Charging

1

CAUTION

To avoid risk of fire, sealed refrigeration system must be air free. To avoid risk of air contamination, follow evacuation procedures exactly.

] Thermistor

Vacuum Gauge

Low Side auge i

E

Side Gauge

D

Drier/Process Tube

Hose

Compressor

NOTE: Before opening any refrigeration system, EPA regulations require refrigerant in system to be captured for safe disposal.

Proper evacuation of sealed refrigeration system is an important service procedure.

Usable life and operational efficiency greatly depends upon how completely air, moisture and other non-condensables are evacuated from sealed system.

Air in sealed system causes high condensing temperature and pressure, resulting in increased power requirements and reduced performance.

Moisture in sealed system chemically reacts with refrigerant and oil to form corrosive hydrofluoric and hydrochloric acids. These acids attack motor windings and parts, causing premature breakdown.

Before opening system, evaporator coil must be at ambient temperature to minimize moisture infiltration into system.

Evacuation

To evacuate sealed refrigeration system:

1. Connect vacuum pump, vacuum tight manifold set with high vacuum hoses, thermocouple vacuum gauge and charging cylinder as shown in illustration.

Evacuation should be done through I.D. opening of tubes not through line piercing valve.

2. Connect low side line to compressor process tube.

3. Connect high side line to drier/process tube.

4. Evacuate both simultaneously. With valve "C" and "F" closed, open all other valves and start vacuum pump.

_Tube

.6 cm

Tubing

Vacuum Pump

Charging

Cylinder

Equipment Setup For Evacuation And Charging

5. After compound gauge (low side) drops to approximately 29 inches gauge, open valve "C" to vacuum thermocouple gauge and take micron reading.

NOTE: A high vacuum pump can only produce a good vacuum if oil in pump is not contaminated.

,

Continue evacuating system until vacuum gauge registers 600 microns.

7.

At 600 microns, close valve "A" to vacuum pump and allow micron reading in system to balance. Micron level will rise.

• If in 2 minutes, micron level stabilizes at 1000 microns or below, system is ready to be charged.

• If micron level rises above 1000 microns and stabilizes, open valve "A" and continue evacuating.

• If micron reading rises rapidly and does not stabilize, a leak still exists in system.

Close valve "A" to vacuum pump and valve "C" to vacuum gauge. Invert charging cylinder and open charging cylinder valve "F" to add partial charge for leak checking. With leak detector, check manifold connections and system for leaks. After locating leak, capture refrigerant, repair leak, and begin at step 1.

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WARNING


Charging

NOTE: Do not use captured or recycled refrigerant in

Amana units. Captured or recycled refrigerant voids any warranty.

NOTE: Charge system with exact amount of refrigerant.

Refer to unit serial plate for correct refrigerant charge. Inaccurately charged system will cause future problems.

To charge system:

1. Close valves "A" to vacuum pump and "C" to vacuum gauge and "E" to low side manifold gauge.

2. Set scale on dial-a-charge cylinder for corresponding

HFC134a pressure reading.

3. Open valve "F" to charging cylinder and let exact amount of refrigerant flow from cylinder into system.

Close valve.

Low side gauge pressure should rise shortly after opening charging cylinder valve as system pressure equalizes through capillary tube.

If pressure does not equalize, a restriction typically exists at capillary/drier braze joint.

4. If pressure equalizes, open valve "E" to low side manifold gauge and pinch off high side drier process tube.

5. Start compressor and draw remaining refrigerant from charging hoses and manifold into compressor through compressor process tube.

6. To check high side pinch-off drier process tube. Close valve "D" to high side gauge. If high side pressure rises, repeat high side pinch-off and open valve "D".

Repeat until high side pinch-off does not leak.

7. Pinch-off compressor process tube and remove charging hose. Braze stub closed while compressor is operating.

8. Disconnect power. Remove charging hose and braze high side drier process tube closed.

9. Recheck for refrigerant leaks.

Refrigerant Charge

Refrigerant charge in all capillary tube systems is critical and exact amount is required for proper performance.

Factory charges are shown on serial plate.

NOTE: Do not use refrigerant other than shown on serial plate.

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WARNING


HFC134a Service Information

HFC134a is alternative refrigerant for CFC12.

HFC134a has an ozone depletion potential (ODP) factor of 0.0 and a global warming potential (GWP) factor of 0.27. HFC134a is not flammable and has acceptable toxicity levels. HFC134a is not interchangeable with CFC12. There are significant differences between HFC134a and CFC12 which must be considered when handling and processing refrigeration system.

Health, Safety, and Handling

Health, safety and handling considerations for

HFC134A are virtually no different than those for

CFC12.

CFC12 HFC134a Health, Safety, and

Handlina

Allowable overall exposure limit

Vaoor exposure to skin

Liauid exposure to skin

Vaoor exoosure to eve

Lieuid exoosure to eve

Above minimum exposure limit

Safety and handling

Spill management

Fire explosion hazards

Disoosal procedures

1,000 ppm

No effect

Can cause frostbite

Very sliaht eve irritant

Can cause frostbite

Can cause Asphyxiation,

Tachycardia, and Cardia

Arrhvthmias

Wear appropriate skin and eye protection.

Use with adequate ventilation.

Remove or extinguish ignition or combustion sources. Evacuate or ventilate area

May decompose if contact with flames and heating elements.

Container may explode if heated due to resulting pressure rise.

Combustion products are toxic.

Recvcle or reclaim.

Same

Same

Same

Same

Same

Same

Same

Same

Same

Same

Com 3arison of CFC12 and HFC134a Properties i=roDerties/Characteristics CFC12 HFCI34a

Ozone Depletion Potential

(QPP)

1.0" 0.0"

GlobalWarming Potential

3.2* 0.27*

(GPW)

Molecular weight

Boiling point at 1 atmosphere

121

-22°F (-30°C)

102

80 psig

-15°F (-

126°C)

82 psig Vapor pressure at 77°F

(25oc/

Liauid densitv at 77°F (25°C_

Flammability

High-side system operating

Pressure at 65°F (18°C)

Low-side system operating

Pressure at 65°F (18°C)

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No

75 tb/ft _

No

HFC134a approximately 3 psig higher than CFC12

HFC134a approximately 2 psig lower than CFC12

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CAUTION

To minimize contamination, exercise extreme care when servicing HFC134A sealed systems.

• No trace of other refrigerants is allowed in HFC134a systems. Chlorinated molecules in other refrigerants such as CFC12, etc. will lead to capillary tube plugging.

• Ester oil is used in HFC134a systems. Do not use mineral oil. HFC134a and mineral oils cannot be mixed. If mineral oils were used in HFC134a systems, lubricant would not return to compressor and would cause early compressor failure. If significant amount of oil has been lost from compressor, replace oil rather than adding oil.

• Ester oils used in HFC134a systems are so hydroscopic that by the time an inadequate system performance is detected, oil will be saturated with moisture.

• CFC12 has much higher tolerance to system processing materials, such as drawing compounds, rust inhibitors, and cleaning compounds, than

HFC134a. Such materials are not soluble in HFC134a systems. If materials were to be washed from system surfaces by ester oils, they could accumulate and eventually plug capillary tube.

• Care must be taken to minimize moisture entering

HFC134a system. Do not leave compressor or system open to atmosphere for more than 10 minutes.

Excessive moisture in HFC134a system will react with compressor oil and generate acid.

• Compressor must be replaced when performing low side leak repair.

• Drier filter must always be replaced with service drier filter, part #B2150504.

Important: Unbrazing drier filter from tubing will drive moisture from desiccant and into system, causing acids to form. Do not unbraze filter drier from tubing. If

CFC12 service drier was installed in HFC134A system, drier could overload due to excessive moisture.

• HFC134a compatible copper tubing, part #R0174075

(1/4" O.D. X 18" length) and part #R0174076 (5/16"

O.D. X 24" length) must be used when replacing tubing.

• Avoid system contamination by using Towerdraw E610 evaporating oil, part # R0157532, when flaring, swagging, or cutting refrigeration tubing.


WARNING


Replacement Service Compressor

HFC134a service compressors will be charged with ester oil and pressurized with dry nitrogen. Before replacement compressor is installed, pull out 1 rubber plug. A pop from pressure release should be heard. If a pop sound is not heard, do not use compressor.

Positive pressure in compressor is vital to keep moisture out of ester oil. Do not leave compressor open to atmosphere for more than 10 minutes.

Compressor Testing Procedures

Brazing

1 CAUTION

To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, take necessary precautions against high temperatures required for brazing.

]

WARNING

To avoid death or severe personal injury, never use oxygen, air or acetylene for pressure testing or clean out of refrigeration system. Use of oxygen, air, or acetylene may result in violent explosion.

Oxygen may explode on contact with oil and acetylene will spontaneously explode when under pressure.

Refer to Technical Data Sheet "Temperature

Relationship Chart" for operating watts, test points, and temperature relationship test for unit being tested.

• Temperature testing is accomplished by using 3 lead thermocouple temperature tester in specific locations.

Test point T-1 is outlet on evaporator coil and T-2 is inlet. Test point T-3 is suction tube temperature midway between where armaflex ends and suction port of compressor (approximately 12 inches from compressor).

• Thermocouple tips should be attached securely to specified locations.

• Do not test during initial pull down. Allow one off cycle or balanced temperature condition to occur before proceeding with testing.

• Refrigerator must operate minimum of 20 minutes after thermocouples are installed.

• Turn control to colder to obtain required on time.

• Wattage reading must be recorded in conjunction with temperature test to confirm proper operation.

• Suction and head pressures are listed on

"Temperature and Relationship Chart". Normally these are not required for diagnosis but used for confirmation on systems which have been opened.

Satisfactory results require cleanliness, experience, and use of proper materials and equipment.

Connections to be brazed must be properly sized, free of rough edges, and clean.

Generally accepted brazing materials are:

• Copper to copper joints: SIL-FOS (alloy of 15 percent silver, 80 percent copper, and 5 percent phosphorous).

Use without flux. Recommended brazing temperature is approximately 1400°F. Do not use for copper to steel connection.

• Copper to steel joints: SILVER SOLDER (alloy of 30 percent silver, 38 percent copper, 32 percent zinc).

Use with fluoride based flux. Recommended brazing temperature is approximately 1200°F.

• Steel to steel joints: SILVER SOLDER (see copper to steel joints).

• Brass to copper joints: SILVER SOLDER (see copper to steel joints).

• Brass to steel joints: SILVER SOLDER (see copper to steel joints).

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Refrigerant Flow

SUCTION LINE

FLANGE

INLET

HIGH

DRIER

CONDENSER

COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE

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Refrigerant Flow Diagram

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Cabinet Air Flow

SIDE BY SIDE

AIRFLOW DIAGRAM

FREEZER BACK

(AIR BAFFLE)

EVAPORATOR

FAN ASSEMBLY /

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LARGE BEVERAGE CHILLER

AIR SUPPLY

(SOME MODELS)

BEVERAGE CHILLER

AIR SUPPLY

SOME MODELS)

REFRI GERATOR AI R

SUPPLY TUNNEL

TO FRESH FOOD

COMPARTMENT CONTROLS

AIR SUPPLY

(IN FOAM)

CONDENSER FAN

ASSEMBLY

DELl

AI R SUPPLY

CONDENSER

24, 26 cu. ft. Side by Side

Cabinet Air Flow Diagram

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Cabinet Air Flow

FREEZER BACK

(AIR BAFFLE)

EVAPORATOR

FAN ASSEMBLY

LARGE BEVERAGE CHILLER

AIR SUPPLY

(SOME MODELS)

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CONDENSER

REFRIGERATOR AIR

COM PARTM ENT CONTROLS

SUPPLY TUNNEL

TO FRESH FOOD

AIR SUPPLY

(IN FOAM)

REFRIGERATOR AIF

RETURN TUNNEL

CONDENSER FAN

ASSEMBLY

Ice and Water Dispenser Diagram

SIDE BY SIDE ICE & WATER

DISPENSER WITH FILTER

ICE FILL TUBE

WATER

TANK

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5/16" X 5/16"

TUBE UNION

22, 24, 26 cu. ft. Model Side by Side

Ice and Water Flow Diagram

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Vater Valves Diaaram

PRIMARY

SOLENOID

VALVE

BLUE COIL WATER

BROWN COIL ICEMAKER

INCOMING WATER

LINE CONNECTION

1/4" O.D

COPPER TUBE

COMPRESSION FITTING

P RI MARY

VALVE

OUTLET

TO FILTER

BLUE STRIPE

SECONDARY

VALVE

INLET

FROM FILTER

YELLOW STRIPE

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SECONDARY VALVE

OUTLET WATER

TO WATER TANK

DETAIL

22, 24, 26 cu. ft. Model Side by Side

Ice and Water Flow Diagram

SECONDARY

SOLENOID VALVE

BLUE COIL WATER

BROWN COIL ICEMAKER

SECONDARY VALVE

OUTLET TO ICEMAKER

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Typical External Sweat Pattern

Classification of condensation:

1 = Haze or Fog

2 = Beading

3 = Beads or Small Drops

4 = Drops Running Together i

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Conditions after 4 hour laboratory test:

Ambient: 90°F, 84% relative humidity

Refrigerator compartment at 40°F

Freezer compartment at 0°F

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Troubleshooting Chart

WARNING



Troubleshooting chart on following pages contains symptoms that may be seen in malfunctioning units. Each symptom is accompanied by one or more possible causes and by a possible remedy or test to determine if components are working properly.

Symptom

Unit does not run

Possible Causes

No power to unit

Corrective Action

Check for power at outlet. Check fuse box/circuit breaker for blown fuse or tripped breaker. Replace or reset.

Faulty power cord Check with test light at unit; if no circuit and current is indicated at outlet, replace or repair.

Low voltage Check input voltage for proper voltage. Take appropriate action to correct voltage supply problem.

Faulty motor or freezer temperature control

Refrigerator section too warm

Faulty timer

Faulty relay

Faulty compressor

Faulty overload

Excessive door opening

Overloading of shelves

Warm or hot foods placed in cabinet

Cold control set too warm

Poor door seal

Refrigerator airflow

Interior light remains on

Faulty condenser fan or evaporator fan

Faulty compressor

Check all connections are tight and secure.

Jumper across terminals of control. If unit runs, replace control.

Check with test light. Replace if necessary.

Check relay. Replace if necessary.

Check compressor motor windings for opens/shorts.

Perform compressor direct wiring test.

Replace if necessary.

Check overload for continuity.

NOTE: Ensure compressor/overload are below trip temperature before testing.


Consumer education

Consumer education

Consumer education

Set control to colder setting.

Level cabinet. Adjust hinges.

Replace gasket.

Check damper is opening by removing grille. With door open, damper should open. Replace if faulty.

Turn control knob to colder position.

Check switch. Replace if necessary.

Check fan and wiring. Replace if necessary.

Replace compressor.

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WARNING

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected.

Discharge capacitor through a resistor before attempting to service.


Possible Causes Corrective Action

Symptom

Refrigerator section too cold

Freezer warm and refrigerator sections too

Refrigerator temperature control set too cold

Refrigerator airflow not properly adiusted

Temperature controls set too warm

Poor door seal

Adjust refrigerator temperature control.

Check air flow.

Freezer section too cold

Unit runs continuously

Dirty condenser

Faulty control

Refrigerant

Freezer or obstructed shortage temp control

Faulty control grille or restriction set too cold

Cold control capillary not properly clamped to evaporator

Temperature control set too cold

Dirty condenser or obstructed grille

Poor door seal

Reset temperature controls.

Level cabinet.

Adjust hinges.

Replace gasket.

Check condenser and grille. Clean.

Test control.

Replace if failed.

Check for leak or restriction.

Repair, evacuate and recharge system.

Adjust freezer temperature control.

Test control.

Replace if failed.

Reposition clamp and tighten.

Unit runs continuously.

Temperature normal.

Unit runs continuously.

Temperature too cold.

Noisy operation

Interior light remains on

Faulty condenser fan or evaporator fan

Faulty control

Refrigerant

Refrigerant

Air in system

Faulty defrost shortage overcharge

Ice on evaporator

Loose flooring

Cabinet or restriction thermostat or floor not firm not level

Tubing in contact with cabinet, other tubing, or other metal

Drip pan vibrating

Fan hitting another part

Adjust temperature control.

Check condenser and grille. Clean.

Level cabinet.

Adjust hinges.

Replace gasket.

Check switch.


Check fan and wiring.


Test control.

Replace if failed.

Check for leak or restriction.

Repair, evacuate and recharge system.

Check for overcharge.

Evacuate and recharge system.

Check for low side leak. Repair, evacuate and recharge system.

See "Ice on evaporator".

Check thermostat.

necessary.

Repair floor or brace floor.

Level cabinet.

Adjust tubing.

Replace if

Worn fan motor

Compressor worn or missing.

Mounting hardware loose or missinq bearings mounting grommets

Free or loose parts causing or allowing noise during operation

Adjust drain pan.

Ensure fan properly aligned and all attaching hardware and brackets are tight and not worn.

Tighten or replace.

Check motor for loss of lubricant or worn bearings.


Tighten hardware.

Replace grommets if necessary.

Inspect unit for parts that may have worked free or loose or missing screws.

Repair as required.

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Symptom

Frost or ice on evaporator

Possible Causes

Defrost thermostat faulty

Corrective Action

Check defrost thermostat. Replace if failed.

Unit starts and stops frequently

(cycles on and off)

Evaporator fan faulty

Defrost heater remains open

Defrost control faulty

Open wire or connector

Refrigerant shortage or restriction

Loose wire or thermostat connections

Supply voltage out of specification

Overload protector open

Faulty compressor motor capacitor

(some compressors do not require motor capacitor)

Faulty fan motor

Restricted air flow

Refrigerant shortage or restriction

Check fan motor. Replace if failed.

Check defrost heater continuity.

Replace if failed.

Check control and replace if failed.

Check wiring and connections.

Repair as necessary.

Check for leak or restriction. Repair, evacuate and recharge system.

Check wiring and connections.

Repair as necessary.

Check input voltage. Correct any supply problems.

Check overload protector for continuity. If open, replace overload.

NOTE: Ensure overload/compressor are below trip temperature before testing.

Check capacitor for open/short.


NOTE: Discharge capacitor before testing.

Check fan motor. Replace if failed.

Check condenser and grille for dirt.

Clean.

Check for leak or restriction. Repair, evacuate and recharge system.

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System Diagnosis

CONDITION

SUCTION

PRESSURE

VARIATION

FROM

NORMAL

HEAD

PRESSURE

VARIATION

FROM

NORMAL

Refrigerant

Overcharge

Increase Increase

Shortage of

Refrigerant

Partial

Restriction

Decrease

Decrease

Decrease or

Increase

See Text

Decrease or

Increase

See Text

Note 2

T1 INLET

TEMPERATURE

VARIATION

FROM NORMAL

T2 OUTLET

TEMPERATURE

VARIATION

FROM NORMAL

T3 SUCTION

TEMPERATURE

VARIATION

FROM NORMAL

Warmer

Colder

Colder

Warmer

Warmer

Warmer

Colder

Warmer

Warmer

WATTAGE

VARIATION

FROM

NORMAL

Increase

Decrease

Decrease

Air in System Near Normal

Low Ambient

Installations

(High

Ambients the

Reverse)

Additional

Heat Load

Inefficient

Compressor

Decrease

Increase

Increase

Increase

Decrease

Increase

Warmer

Colder

Warmer

Normal or

Decrease

Warmer or

Colder

Symptoms of an Overcharge

• Above normal freezer temperatures.

• Longer than normal or continuous run.

• Freezing in refrigerator, especially on forced air meatkeeper models.

• Higher than normal suction and head pressure.

• Higher than normal wattage.

• Evaporator inlet and outlet temperatures warmer than normal.

• Suction tube temperature below ambient.

Always check for separated heat exchanger when suction temperature is colder than ambient.

Various conditons could indicate an overcharge.

For example, if the cooling coil is not defrosted at regular intervals, due to a failure of the defrost system, the refrigerant will "flood out" and cause the suction line to frost or sweat.

The cause of this problem should be corrected rather than to purge refrigerant from the sytem.

Running the freezer section colder than necessary (-2 to -1 F. is considered normal package temperatures) or continuous running of the compressor for a variety of reasons, or the freezer fan motor not running, may give the indication of an overcharge.

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Warmer

Warmer

Warmer

Warmer

Warmer

Warmer

Warmer

Warmer

Increase

Decrease

Increase

Decrease

Symptoms of Refrigeration Shortage

• Rise in food product temperature in both compartments.

(See Note 1 below.)

• Long or continuous run time.

• Look for obvious traces of oil that would occur due to a leak or cracked refrigerant line.

• Lower than normal wattage.

• Compressor will be hot to touch because of the heat generated by the motor windings from long continuous running.

It will not be as hot as it would be with a full charge and long run times for some other reason such as a dirty condenser.

• Depending on the amount of the shortage, the condenser will not be hot, but closer to room temperature.

The capillary tube will be warmer than normal from a slight shortage.

• If the leak is on the high side of the system, both gauges will show lower than normal readings and will show progressively lower readings as this charge becomes less.

The suction pressure guage will probably indicate a vacuum.

• If the leak is on the low side of the system the suction pressure guage will be lower than normal - probably in a vacuum - and the head pressure gauge will be higher than normal.

It will probably continue to become higher because air drawn in through the leak is compressed by the compressor and accumulates in

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System Diagnosis the high side (condenser) of the system.

• Only partial frosting of evaporator instead of even frosting of entire coil.

NOTE 1: Usually the first thing that is noticed by the user is a rise in temperature foods.

Although temperatures will rise in both the freezer section and the food compartment, the frozen meats and vegetables will not thaw immediately.

The customer doesn't associate the problem with the freezer section and will first notice that milk and other food beverages are not cold enough.

Under some circumstances, such as in the case of forced air meatkeeper model with a slight shortage of refrigerant, freezing in the food compartment may be experienced due to the additional running time.

With a refrigerant leak, however, it always gets worse and as the refrigerant charge decreases the temperature will continue to rise.

With a shortage of refrigerant the capillary line will not have a full column of liquid.

As a result, there is a noticeable hissing sound in the evaporator.

This should not be mistaken for the regular refrigerant boiling sounds that would be considered normal.

Symptoms of a Restriction

Always remember refrigeration (cooling) occurs on the low pressure side of a partial restriction (obviously a total restriction will completely stop the circulation of refrigerant and no cooling will take place).

Physically feel the refrigeration lines when a restriction is suspected.

The most common place for a restriction is at the drier-filter or at the capillary tube inlet or outlet.

If the restriction is not total there will be a temperature difference at the point of restriction, the area on the evaporator side will be cooler.

In many cases frost and/ or condensation will be present.

A longer time is required for the system to equalize.

Any kinked line will cause a restriction so the entire system should be visually checked.

A slight restriction will give the same indications as a refrigerant shortage with lower than normal back pressure, head pressure, and wattage, warmer product temperatures.

NOTE 2: If a total restriction is on the discharge side of the compressor, higher than normal head pressures and wattages would result.

This is true only while the low side is being pumped out and if the restriction was between the compressor and the first half of the condenser.

To diagnose for a restriction versus a refrigerant shortage, discharge the system, replace the drier-filter, evacuate and recharge with the specified refrigerant charge.

If the unit performs normally three possibilities exist: 1) refrigerant loss, 2) partially restricted drierfilter, and 3) moisture in system.

If the unit performs as it previously did you may have a restricted capillary line or condenser or kinked line.

Find the point of restriction and correct it.

A restriction reduces the flow rate of the refrigerant and consequently reduces the rate of heat removal.

Complete restriction may be caused by moisture, solid contaminants in the system, or a poorly soldered joint.

Moisture freezes at the evaporator inlet end of the capillary tube or solid contaminants collect in the drierfilter.

The wattage drops because the compressor is not circulating the usual amount of refrigerant.

As far as pressure readings are concerned, if the restriction, such as a kinked line or a joint soldered shut is anywhere on the low side, the suction pressure would probably be in a vacuum while the head pressure will be near normal.

If the restriction is on the high side, the suction pressure, again, will probably be in a vacuum while the head pressure will be higher than normal during the pump out period described earlier.

In either case, it will take longer than the normal ten minutes or so for the head pressure to equalize with the low side after the compressor stops.

Symptoms of Air in System

This can result from a low side leak or improper servicing.

If a leak should occur on the low side, the temperature control would not be satisfied; thus, continuous running of the compressor would result.

The compressor would eventually pump the low side into a vacuum drawing air and moisture into the system.

Air and R134A do not mix so the air pressure would be added to the normal head pressure, resulting in higher than normal head pressures.

One way to determine if air is in the system is to read the head pressure gauge with the product off and evaporator and condenser at the same temperature and then take the temperature on the condenser outlet tube.

This temperature should be within 3 ° or 4° F. of what the

Pressure-Temperature Relation chart shows for the given idle head pressure.

If the temperature of the condenser outlet is considerably lower than the idle head pressure of the gauge this would indicate there is air in the system.

Thorough leak checking is necessary.

Correct the source of the leak.

Do not attempt to purge off the air because this could result in the system being undercharged.

It is best to discharge, replace drier, evacuate and recharge with the specified refrigerant charge.

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System Diagnosis

Symptoms of Low or High Ambient

Temperature Installation

Lower ambient air temperature reduces the condensing temperature and therefore reduces the temperature of the liquid entering the evaporator.

The increase in refrigeration effect due to operation in a lower ambient results in a decrease in power consumption and run time. At lower ambients there is a reduction in cabinet heat leak which is partially responsibile for lower power consumption and run time.

An increase in refrigeration effect cannot be expected below a certain minimum ambient temperature.

This temperature varies with the type and design of the product.

Generally speaking, ambient temperatures cannot be lower than 60 ° F. without affecting operating efficiency.

Conversely, the higher the ambient temperature the higher the head pressure must be to raise the high side refrigerant temperature above that of the condensing medium.

Therefore, head pressure will be higher as the ambient temperature raises.

Refrigerators installed in ambient temperatures lower than 60 ° F. will not perform as well because the pressures within the system are generally reduced and unbalanced.

This means that the lower head pressure forces less liquid refrigerant through the capillary line. The result is the symptoms of a refrigerant shortage.

The lower the ambient temperature the more pronounced this condition becomes.

When a point where the ambient temperature is below the cut-in of the Temperature Control is reached, the compressor won't run.

The drain traps will freeze in ambient temperatures of

32 ° F.

Heat Load

A greater heat load can result from the addition of more than normal supply of foods, such as after doing the weekly shopping.

Other items contributing to an additional heat load would be excessive door openings, poor door sealing, interior light remaining on, etc.

An increase in heat being absorbed by the refrigerant in the evaporator will affect the temperature and pressure of the gas returning to the compressor.

Compartment temperatures, power consumption, discharge, and suction pressures are all affected by heat load.

Pressures will be higher than normal under heavy heat load.

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Disassembly Procedures

WARNING



Refrigerator Compartment

Upper Light Sockets and Lens

1. Unsnap light cover from top of compartment.

2. Remove screws holding light assembly to top of cabinet.

3. Light assembly can be removed after disconnecting wires.

4. Light sockets can be removed by squeezing tabs inward to release sockets.

5. Reverse procedure to reassemble.

Light Switch

Use a taped putty knife to carefully pry light switch out of liner. When light switch is free of compartment liner, remove wires from light switch. Remove light switch from unit.

Cold Control, Defrost Timer, Damper Control

Assembly

1. Remove cold control and fresh food control knobs.

2. Remove screw just between knobs and on right side of control cover.

3. Remove cover by pulling cover to the right and forward off tabs.

4. Disconnect wiring harness from cabinet.

5. Remove screws from side holding complete assembly to center bulkhead.

6. Release front tab by depressing rearward on tab.

7. Pull complete assembly carefully to your right and out from center bulkhead.

8. Carefully pull cold control capillary out of center bulkhead sleeve.


Freezer Cold Control

1. See disassembly instructions for removal of cold control, defrost timer, damper control assembly.

2. With assembly out disconnect wires and ground to cold control.

3. Carefully detach capillary tube from assembly holder.

4.

Depress tab at bottom of cold contol to relase control from assembly.

5.

Reverse procedure to reassemble.

Defrost Timer (some models)


2.

Remove screw just between knobs and on right side of control cover.

3.

Remove cover by pulling cover to the right and forward off tabs.

4.

Release tabs holding defrost timer to assembly.

5. Remove timer by lifting off of assembly.

6.

Disconnect harness from defrost timer.

7.


Adaptive Defrost Control (ADC) (some models)


2.


3.


4.

Release front left tab to remove ADC cover,

5.

Remove ADC board from locating tabs.

6.

Disconnect harness from ADC board.

7.


ADC CONTROL HOUSING

COLD CONTROL DAMPER CONTROL DEFROST TltV£R ASSEMBLy

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Damper Control

.

Remove cold control and fresh food control knobs.

2.


3.


4.

5.

Slide off styrafoam block. Retain for future use.

Pull shaft extension free of control.

NOTE: Observe wide and narrow clip leg orientation of shaft and damper cover.

6. Release side tabs holding damper control to assembly.

7. Lift damper control off of assembly

NOTE: Retain damper gasket for future use.


Water Filter Assembly

1. Remove filter cover opening cover and pulling rear left side of cover to the left to release cover from holding pin.

2. Filter head can be released from holding bracket by opening tabs on left side filter head and pulling downward and to your left to release filter head.

3. Tubing needs to be disconnected from water valves in the machine compartment. (see water valve removal)

4. After tubing is loose from water valves pull the filter head and tubing out the front of unit.


NOTE: Make sure to note tubing end colors when reinstalling new head and tubing assembly.

Water Tank Assembly

1. Remove crisper drawers from fresh food compartment.

2. Remove hex screw holding water tank to rear bulkhead.

3. On rear of cabinent remove hex screws holding water valve cover plate.

4. Remove plate and tubing away from cabinet to expose water valves and tubing.

5. Disconnect water tube from secondary valve coming from water tank, remove compression nut from tubing.

6. On front of unit remove toe grill and disconnect water coupler going to water dispenser

7. Remove compression nut from water tubing on cabinet side of connection.

8. From rear of cabinet pull water tube out of conduit going to dispenser.

9. From inside of fresh food compartment pull tubing up and out of cabinet to complete removal of water tank.

10.Reverse procedure to reassemble.

Crisper Light Cover and Socket

1. Push down and forward on light cover and lift off tabs.

2. Remove light bulb and pry socket with taped putty knife to release socket from liner.

3. Disconnect wires from socket.


Freezer Compartment

Freezer Light socket

1. Remove auger ice bucket and fast freeze shelf.

2. Remove auger motor assembly. (see auger motor assembly removal.

3. Remove light bulbs.

4. Disconnect wiring from light sockets.

5. Squeeze retaining tab to release sockets


Auger Motor Assembly


2. Remove light bulbs

3. Remove two hex head screws, one from each side of cover.

4. Lift and slide assembly toward the front, disconnect wiring harness and remove assembly.

Auger Motor

1. Remove auger drive hex nut.

2. Remove three hex nuts holding auger motor to assembly.

3. Disconnect wires from auger motor capacitor.


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WARNING



Auger Motor Capacitor


2. Remove auger motor assembly. (see auger motor assembly removal.

3. Disconnect leads from capacitor, remove hex screw and remove capacitor.


Evaporator Fan Motor Assembly

1. Remove all freezer shelving.

2. Remove lower evaporator cover hex head screws.

3. Remove evaporator cover.

4. Disconnect evaporator fan wiring and ground from motor.

5. Raise top freezer cover about two inches.

6. Grasp and pull complete evaporator motor assembly toward you.

7. Remove assembly from freezer.

SHROUD ASSEMBLY

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FAN BLADE

NOTE: Reclaim refrigerant per instructions in "Service

Procedures" before attempting evaporator removal. To avoid system contamination, do not leave system open for more than 10 minutes.


2.

Remove lower evaporator cover hex head screws.

3, Remove evaporator cover.

4.

Remove defrost thermostat and defrost heater from coil ( see disassembly instructions for both).

5.

Release evaporator coil from clips by pulling coil off of clips.

6.

Unsweat evaporator coil after completing reclaiming procedures found in Service Procedures section of this manual.

7.


Defrost Terminator (Thermostat)


2.

Remove lower evaporator cover hex head screws,

3.

Remove evaporator cover.

4.

Disconnect orange lead from defrost heater.

5. Cut Brown lead close to defrost terminator.

6.

Unclip defrost terminator from evaporator coil.

7.

Replace terminator and use wire nut(s) included in defrost terminator kit.

8.


Evaporator Fan Motor and Fan Blade

1. Remove evaporator fan motor assembly (see evaporator fan motor assembly removal).

2. Remove evaporator fan blade by pulling blade off evaporator fan shaft.

3. Remove fan motor by squeezing motor retainer clips together to release retainer.

4. Remove retainer and slide motor out.

5. Reverse procedure to reassemble. Evaporator fan blade should be pushed down on on shaft until it is seated.

HEATER CLIps

Evaporator Removal

DEFROSTHEATE_

Defrost Heater

1. Remove all freezer shelving..

2.

Remove lower evaporator cover hex head screws..

3.

Remove evaporator cover.

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WARNING



4. Grasp evaporator by left side to release coil from retainer clips.

5. Turn Evaporator slightly to expose heater leads.

6. Disconnect heater leads from harness.

7. Release heater clips holding heater to evaporator coil.

8. Remove heater.


Ice Maker Removal


2. Disconnect ice maker harness from rear bulkhead.

3. Remove front two screws from left ice bucket rail.

4. Remove screws supporting ice maker from side bulkhead.

5. Remove ice maker.


NOTE: Make sure to get fill tube inserted in to fill cup fully when reassembling

Machine Compartment

Water Valves

1. Remove water valve cover plate on left side of machine compartment.

2. Disconnect wiring from water valve, reference color of connector to correct solenoid.

3. Disconnect water tubing from water valves, reference or mark tubing to ensure correct hookup upon reassemble.

4. Remove hex screw attaching valve to water valve cover plate.


3. Disconnect wiring harness connector from condenser motor.

4. Remove hex screws from mounting brackets attached to motor.

5. Remove motor and fan blade out the rear of shroud.

6. Remove the retainer nut to remove fan blade.


Compressor

1. Remove machine compartment hex screws.

2. Remove cover.

3. Remove bale strap which retains overload/relay/ capacitor.

4. Pull overload/relay/capacitor assembly off of compressor terminals.

5. Disconnect ground wires attached to compressor.

6. Follow reclaiming procedures in Service Procedures section of this manual.

7. Remove drier.

8. Unbraze low and high pressure lines at compressor.

9. Remove compressor mounting bolts.

10.Lift compressor out of unit.

NOTE: Install new drier and compressor per instructions in "Service Procedures." Evacuate and recharge sealed system per instructions in

"Service Procedures."

Condensate Drain Tube


2. Remove cover.

3. Locate and remove hex screw holding drain tube in place.

4 Remove drain tube by pulling down on drain tube.

5. Reverse procedure to reassemble

Condensate Drain Pan

NOTE: Condensate drip pan may spill when steps 1 thru 4 are performed. Have a towel ready to mop up spillage.

1. Remove machine compartment and water valve cover hex screws.

2. Remove covers

3. Remove screws holding condenser shroud to base pan.

4. Raise rear of unit up about three inches and block up.

5. Remove two rear torx head screws holding rear of basepan to cabinet located under basepan.

Condenser Fan Motor and Blade


2. Remove cover

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6. Lower cabinet back to floor after removing blocks.

7. Raise cabinet off of basepan enough to allow removal of condenser shroud, disconnect any wiring attached to shroud to ease removal of shroud.

8. After shroud is removed bend copper tubing up out of condensate pan to allow removal of condensate pan.

9.


Overload/Relay


2. Discharge capacitor (if unit is so equipped) through a

10.000-ohm resistor.

3. Using fingers and standard screwdriver, press and pry bale strap off the overload/relay/capacitor assembly.


Condenser Removal

NOTE: Condenser is removed by laying unit on it's back and requires at least two people to do this procedure.


2. Remove cover.

3. Remove condenser fan motor and shroud.

4. Disconnect harness plug connecting machine compartment to cabinet.

5. Follow reclaiming procedures in Service Procedures section of this manual.

6. Remove drier and unbraze tubing connecting machine compartment to cabinet.

7. Disconnect all cabinet wiring from machine tray.

8. With the help of second person lay unit on back on raised surface.

9. Remove four torx head screws holding basepan to cabinet.

10. Lift and remove basepan to access condenser coil.

11. Unbraze condenser coil from connecting tubing.

12. Remove condenser coil by unsnapping it from retainers in basepan.


leveling roller.

4. Slide leveling roller out rear of slot to remove roller.

5.


Rear Leveling Rollers

1. Remove machine compartment and water valve cover hex screws.

2.

Remove covers.

3. Tilt unit forward lifting rear of unit up about three inches.

4.

Block unit up to keep weight off of rear leveling rollers.

5.

Un screw leveling bolts from rear leveling rollers.

6.

Push the leveling roller out the slots in the bottom of the unit.

7.


Cabinet Doors

Door Gaskets

1. Grasp gasket in upper corners and pull gasket out of dart retainer.

2. When reinstalling door gaskets start at corners pushing dart edge into retainer and make sure to seat gasket flush to door.

Dispenser Facade (Messenger model)

1. Remove drip tray by pulling it straight out from door.

2.

Remove two hex screws at the bottom of facade that were hidden by drip tray.

3.

Push down on facade to release retainer clips.

4.

Remove facade and disconnect ten pin connector and two pin speaker connector from display board.

5.


Bottom of Cabinet

Front Leveling Rollers

1. Remove toe grill and hinge caps.

2. Raise and block unit up three inches off of floor.

3. Screw front leveler bolts until they are loose from

RS1300005 Rev, 0 34


WARNING



GR LE S _M _o_

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Dispenser Ice Chute Door

1. Remove dispenser facade (see dispenser facade removal)

2. Remove ice chute assembly (see D/C solenoid removal)

3. After ice chute assembly is removed unsnap ice chute dispenser door from assembly.

4. Retain spring if good, replace if bad.

5. Remove rubber seal from door and replace if bad.


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4. Remove wires from dispenser light socket.

5. Disconnect ground wire from solenoid assembly.

6. Disconnect wires from D/C solenoid.

7. Remove screws holding D/C solenoid and ice chute assembly.

8. Remove complete assembly.

9. Rotate to backside and remove screws holding D/C solenoid to ice chute assembly.

10.Lift ice chute door to release plunger from retainer.

11.Slide D/C solenoid out of the side of ice chute assembly.

12.Reverse procedure to reassemble.

Dispenser Water Tube

1. Remove toe grill and left hinge cap to expose dispenser water line coupler.

2. Disconnect water line coupler.

3. Remove compression nut and sleeve from door side of coupler.

4. Remove dispenser facade (see dispenser facade removal).

5. Remove holding clip from water line in cavity.

6. Pull water tube up from conduit in cavity to remove water tube.


High Voltage Board (Messenger Model)


2. Disconnect high voltage and low voltage harness from high voltage board mounted on back wall of cavity.

3. Remove screws holding high voltage board to cavity.


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DC SOLENOID

LIGHT SOCKET

Dispenser Light Socket


2. Remove light bulb.

3. Disconnect wires to socket assembly.

4. Squeeze tabs located by terminals to release socket.


Dispenser D/C Solenoid


2. Remove dispenser water tube clip.

3. Remove water tube from assembly collar.

35 RS1300005 Rev. 0

Ice 'N Water Systems

Troubleshooting of 5 button electronic Ice 'N Water dispenser

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FILTERED WATER

Dispenser Operation

Dispenser Light

Light activates at full power when dispensing ice or water. A sensor activates light at half-power when light level around refrigerator is low. Activate or deactivate sensor by pushing AUTOLIGHTbutton located on control fa£ade.

Green light above AUTOLIGHTbutton indicates sensor is active.

Dispenser Lock button for 3 seconds. Green light above button indicates dispenser lock.

Automatic Lock Out

Shuts down both ice and water mechanisms of dispenser when either mechanism has run continuously for 5 automatically after 3 minutes of continuous operation. After about 3 minutes in shut-off state, auger motor resets automatically.

Filter Status Light

This feature reminds users to replace water filter after 6 months have passed or after 500 gallons of water are filtered, whichever happens first.

NOTE: Filter status light turns red after 6 months have passed or after 500 gallons of water are dispensed, even if bypass is installed and unit is used without filter cartridge.

Green light indicates filter in good condition. Red light indicates filter replacement needed.

The filter monitor works by keeping track of time:

• Six months is approximately 16 million seconds.

• The refrigerator's water system requires about 53,000 seconds to pass 500 gallons of water.

• Each second that water is dispensed counts as 1.20 ounces of water.

• An additional 3.20 ounces of water is counted every 30 minutes. This attempts to account for ice usage.

Filter Status Light Reset pushbuttons simultaneously and hold for 4 seconds. Make sure green light flashes 3 times when indicator resets.

RS1300005 Rev. 0 36


Table A:

Pin

7

8

9

10

3

4

5

6

1

2

Harness

Color

GY

BR

BU

OR

BK

RD

YL

VT

WH

10-pin Connector Configuration

Siqnal

Ice Door Chute Solenoid

Dispenser Li,qht

Crushed

Cubed

Line Out

Main Actuator

Water Valve

Line In

Neutral

Note: All voltage measurements are referenced to line neutral or pin 10 (WH wire) of 10-pin connector.

SvmDtom

No LED Iit

No dispenser light when Main or

Water dispenser switch is pressed in Water, Crushed or Cubed mode.

Possible Cause

Switch failure in freezer door.

Incorrect harness wiring,

No power to the PCB.

No continuity.

Failed light bulb or

PCB.

Failed Main dispenser switch (failed short)

Test Procedure

With unit powered, open freezer door. Press freezer door switch in. If freezer Iiaht does not turn off. switch is defective.

Verify wire color on 10-pin connector.

Refer to Table A.

With unit powered, measure voltage between (WH wire) and

(VT wire) pin 8 of 10-pin connector.

Meter should read

120VAC.

Disconnect power.

Measure continuity between (BR wire) pin

2 of 10-pin connector and dispenser lamp terminal.

With unit powered, press the Main dispenser switch.

Measure voltage on pin 2 (BR wire) of 10-pin connector.

Voltage should read 120 VAC.

Reoair

Replace switch.

Correct wiring,

Replace PCB if meter reads

120VAC.

Repair open connection.

Replace dispenser light bulb if voltage reads

120 VAC.

Replace switch

Dispenser light is on without pressing the Main or Water dispenser switch in Water,

Crushed or Cubed mode.

Water LED is illuminated but does not dispense water when Main dispenser switch is pressed.

Water starts to dispense as soon as Water mode is selected without pressing the Main dispenser switch

Failed PCB

Failed Main dispenser switch (failed open)

No continuity


Failed PCB

Disconnect power.

Remove both leads from the switch and measure resistance across switch terminals.

Resistance should read less than 1 _) in this position and higher than 10

M_) when switch is open.

With PCB powered, measure voltage on pin 3 (BU wire) of 10pin connector.


Disconnect power.


Resistance should read less than 1 _) in this position and higher than !0


Disconnect power.

Remove the cover of freezer door hinge located on top of the unit and disconnect the connectors.

Check OR wire (Din 4 of 10-Din connector1 for continuity.

Disconnect power.


Resistance should read less than 1 (-) in this position and higher than !0


With PCB powered, measure voltage on pin 7 (YL wire) of 10nin nnnn_nfnr \/nltan_ £hniiId r_ad N \/AC;

Replace PCB.

Replace switch.


Replace switch.

Replace PCB.

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Symptom

Cubed LED is illuminated but does not dispense cubed ice when Main dispenser switch is pressed.

Possible

Cause


No continuity

Cubed ice starts to dispense as soon as

Cubed mode is selected without pressing the Main dispenser switch

Dispenser operates continuously even when

Dispenser Lock mode is

_iv_,

Auto Lightmode does not operate.

Ice or Water dispenser mechanism runs continuously.

Filter Status LED never changes to red.

1. Auger motor operates in

Cubed or Crushed mode but ice door chute never opens.


Cubed or Crushed mode but ice door chute never cioses.

No LED lit, Water dispenser operates, auger motor operates only in

Cubed mode and ice chute door does not open or remains open.

No LED lit, Water dispenser operates, auger motor operates only in

Cubed mode and dispenser

Iiqht is on continuously.

Neither Water, Crushed or

Cubed LED will not illuminate but Water,

Crushed or Cubed mode operates properly when selected.

Failed auger motor or PCB.


Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Failed solenoid

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Test Procedure

Disconnect power.


Resistance should read less than 1 £_ in this position and higher than 10 M£_ when switch is open.

Disconnect power. Remove the cover of freezer door hinge located on top of the unit and disconnect the connectors.

Check OR wire (pin 4 of 10-Din connector_ for continuity.

With PCB powered, press the Main dispenser switch.

Measure voltage on pin 4 (OR wire) of 10-

Din connector.

Voltaae should re ad 120VAC.

Disconnect power.


Resistance should read higher than 10

M£_ when switch is open and Iess than 1 £_when switch is closed.

With PCB powered, measure voltage on pin 4

(OR wire)of 10-pin connector.


With PCB powered, measure voltage on pin 5 (BK wire) of 10-pin connector.

Voltage should read 0

VAC.

Replace switch.


Replace auger motor if voltage reads 120VAC.

If not. reDlace PCB.

Replace switch

Replace PCB.

Replace PCB

With PCB powered and Auto Light activated, cover the light sensor.

Measure voltage on pin 2

(BR wire) of 10-pin connector.

Voltage should read 1/2 the AC Dower SUDDIV(120 VAC_.

With PCB powered, measure voltage on pin 5 (BK wire) of 10-pin connector.


VAC.

Verify with the user if unit has been unplugged for a long period.

Demonstrate reset operation to customer.

Disconnect power.

Remove both leads from the solenoid and measure the resistance across solenoid terminals.

Resistance should read

101.2 + 10%.

Measure voltage on pin 1 (GY wire) of 10-pin connector.

Voltage should read approximately

55VDC when ice chute door is open (solenoid energized) or 0VDC when closed (solenoid not enerqized/.

Repair

Replace PCB.

Replace PCB.

Replace water filter and reset Filter Status.

Replace PCB if problem continues.

Customer education.

Replace solenoid.

Replace PCB.

Replace PCB

Replace PCB

Replace PCB

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Symptom

Crushed LED is illuminated but does not dispense crushed ice when Main dispenser switch is pressed.

Possible

Cause


No continuity

Crushed ice starts to dispense as soon as

Crushed mode is selected without pressing the Main dispenser switch.



Failed PCB

Test Procedure Repair

Disconnect power.


Resistance should read less than 1 £_ in this position and higher than 10 M£_ when switch i_ epen,

Disconnect power.


Check BU wire (pin 3 of 1 0.pin connector) for continuity.

With PCB powered, press the Main dispenser switch.

Measure voltage on pin 3 (BU wire) of 10-

Din connector.

Voltaae should read 120VAC.

Disconnect power.



With PCB powered, measure voltage on pin 3 (BU wire) of 10-pin connector.


VAC.

Replace switch.



If not. replace PCB.

Replace switch

Replace PCB.

Supply pressure

Seconds to dispense 10 oz. water

35 psig 45 psig 55 psig

Filter model

Bypass installed

Filter model

New filter installed

9.0

11.0

8.0

10.0

7.0

8.0

75 psig

6.0

7.0

Amana specifies a minimum supply pressure of 35 psig for water filter units. Minimum pressure requirement ensures that water valves close and sufficient water volume is available to fill icemaker.

Proper fill is 140 cc. of water in 7.5 seconds. Failure of water valves to close because of low pressure will result in fill-tube freeze-up or dripping at cavity.

39 RS1300005 Rev. 0

Ice 'N Water Systems

Troubleshooting of Amana Messenger Ice 'N Water dispenser

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Power Board: This PCB is attached to the freezer door cavity. A wire harness from the door hinge runs through the door and terminates in the cavity. The power board receives its power from this harness.

This PCB has 4 relays and a triac onboard that control the water valve, the night-light, the ice chute solenoid as well as the auger motor for crushed and cubed ice.

Control Board: This PCB is attached to the dispenser fa£ade by 2 screws. All of the LCD Modules graphic information, message center voice information and the microcontroller logic are onboard.

There is also a breakaway PCB with a microphone for the message center and a light sensor for automatic night-light operation.

The breakaway PCB attaches to the fa£ade by 2 snaps and a couple of alignment rails. This PCB sends command signals to the power board to energize the relays and triac on the power board. The control board receives its power from the power board through the 10-pin jumper harness.

The voltage signals on this board do not exceed 5 VDC when the refrigerator is operating.

LCD Module: This PCB is attached to the dispenser facade insert-molded, clear polycarbonate lens by 4 screws.

It receives its power and information from a 20-pin ribbon cable that attaches to the control board.

It is a 288x96 FSTN liquid crystal graphic display utilizing 2 TAB drivers.

It also has 7 ultra-bright blue colored LEDs positioned along the top of the module that together form a backlight so that graphic information is easily read in low ambient light oonditions.

Keyboard: This component has 6 switches and is attached to the front of the fagade. The switch circuits attach to the control PCB via a tail through the back of the fagade.

Speaker: This component is attached to the ice chute extension by slidhg into a slot. A speaker cap is pushed into place to hold the speaker in place. It couples the speaker energy into the surrounding plastic ant prevents the speaker from rattling during high volume playback.

The speaker will distort at high volume

message playback levels but it should not rattle. The speaker wires attach to the control board just under th_ keyboard connector.

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Freezer Door Harness connection

Pin Color Power

Board

1 WH

Graphic

Marking

NEU

2

3

N/C

RD/WH FF

to the power board:

Signal and State Definition

LINE NEUTRAL INPUT (TOP PIN OF

LARGE CONNECTOR}

NO CONNECTION

FRESH FOOD DOOR INPUT

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

VT

RD

YL

OR

BU

GY

BR

FZ

L1

WAT

CUB

CSH tCE

LIT

FREEZER DOOR INPUT

LINE POWER INPUT

WATER SOLENOtD OUTPUT

CUBED tCE MOTOR DRIVE

CRUSHED tOE MOTOR DRIVE tCE CHUTE SOLENOID OUTPUT

NIGHT-LIGHT OUTPUT

(BOTTOM Pt N OF LARGE

CONNECTOR)

Jumper

Harness from the power board header J1 to the control board header Jl:

3

6

7

4

5

8

9

Pin

I

Color

GY

BR

VT

OR

BU

RD

YL

WH

N/C

Si£1nal

NIGHT-LIGHT (0, 2 or4 VDC) (TOP PIN OF SMALL

CONNECTOR ON POWER BOARD)

Door status input (both doors open or closed - 2.0 VDC, FZ door open - 5VDC_ FF door open - < 0.5 VDC)

Reference (2.0 - 2.5 VDC continuous)

ICE CHUTE (5VDC WHEN ENERGIZED}

CRUSHED tCE (5VDC WHEN ENERGIZED)

CUBED ICE (5VDC WHEN ENERGIZED)

WATER (5VDC WHEN ENERGIZED)

(5VDC CONSTANT)

NO CONNECTION

10 BK

Keyboard switch

PRESS PAD NAME

GROUND (BOTTOM PIN OF SMALL CONNECTOR) test:

MEASURE 100 - 500 OHMS ACROSS TRACES

MESSAGE

MENU

LEFT

CENTER

RIGHT

HIDDEN

MESSAGE LED CIRCUIT

2AND4

3AND4

1 AND 3

1 AND 4

1 AND 5

2 AND 5

7 TO 8 (< 2 K OHMS)

8 TO 7 (INFINITE OHMS)

0 VAC CONSTANT

DOOR OPEN

0 VAC

DOOR OPEN

112 YAQ

115 VAC CONSTANT

VALVE ON

115 VAC

CUBE WINDING

ON 115 VAC

CRUSHED

WINDING

ON 115 VAC

SOLENOID ENERGIZED

115 VAC

NIGHT-LIGHT OFF

0 VAC

DOOR CLOSED

115VAC

DOOR CLOSED g VA_

VALVE OFF

0 VAC

CUBE WINDING

OFF 0 VAC

CRUSHED WINDtNG

OFF 0 VAC

SOLENOID NOT ENERGIZED

0 VAC

HALF-BRIGHT LEVEL

65 VAC

OR

FULL BRIGHT LEVEL

115 VAC

Dispenser

Switch Harness

2

3

4

Pin

1

Color

B U

RD

BK

Signal

DISPENSER SWITCH

WATER SWITCH

N/C

COMMON

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Symptom

Dead

Control:

No display

No sound

No dispensing

Possible Cause

Open circuit in the

L1 RED wire in the freezer door harness.

Open circuit in the neutral WHITE wire in the freezer door harness.

Test Procedure

Unplug the refrigerator.

Remove the large 1g-pin connector from the power board.

Power up the refiigerator.

Take line voltage reading between RED wire on pin 5 (L1) on the connector across to the unit chassis. The reading must be line voltaee level.

Perform test above first, then if it passes, take tine voltage reading between RED wire pin 5 (L1) on the connector across to WHITE wire pin 1 (NEU). The reading must be tine voltage level.

Failed power board

Failed control board or LCD

Module.

Unplug the refrigerator.

Remove the small 10-pin connector at the bottom of the power board from the power board. Power up the refrigerator.

Take a voltage reading between pin 8 and pin 10 at the very bottom of the header on the PCB.

The reading must be 5.0 VDC +/- 0.25 VDC.

Place one Probe Ieft of the C4 graphic on the PCB. The other probe needs to be placed on the solder test point just right d J1 the 10 pin header.

Control Board

Repair

If the correct voltage is not measured, then locate source of the open on L1 or the ground wire/connection to the walt outlet and repair/replace as necessary.

If voltage reading is ok, then go to the frame below.

If the correct voltage is not measured, then locate source of the open and repair/replace as necessary.

If break in the wire is not accessible, then replace the door.


If the correct voltage is not measured, then replace the power board.


If the correct voltage is present, then replace the control board.

If the correct voltage is not present, then disconnect the LCD Module tail at the control board and check the voltage again.

Now if the correct voltage is present, replace the LCD Module.

If the black and white jumper harness wires are not making good contact, then repair/replace the jumper harness wires, otherwise replace the control board.

Either ice or water never dispenses.

Animation does not display when the switch is pressed.

Water never dispenses.

Animation displays when the switch is pressed.

Ice never dispenses.

Animation displays when switch is closed.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Open wire on the dispenser harness

Control board failure.

Switch failure

Mechanical failure of pushbatton or dispenser pad.

Failed control board, power board, watervalve or harness.

Failed control board, power boa_,auger motor or harness.

With the unit powered up, connect a voltmeter configured for DC volts:

For a "no auger motor operation", check across pins 1 and 4 of the dispenser connector. For a "no water flow", check across pins 2 and 4 of the dispenser connector.

When the switch is not pressed there should be 5.0

VDC. When the switch is pressed, there should be 0

VDC.

Measure voltage without pressing the switch. The meter should measure 5.0 VDC.

Setup voltmeter to read line voltage. Attach meter probes to Power board J2 pins 1 (WH) and 6 (YL).

When the system is powered up and the dispenser switch is open, < 15 VAC must be read. When the switch is closed, line voltage must be read.

Setup voltmeter to read line voltage. Attach meter probes to Power board J2 pins 1 (WH) and 7 (OR) for cubed ice or 8 (BL) for crushed ice direction. When the system is powered up and the dispenser switch is open,

<15 VAC must be read. When the switch is closed, line voltage must be read.

If there is 0 VDC, then disconnect the dispenser harness and read the meter again.

If there is still 0 VDC then replace the control board.

Otherwise if the meter reads 5.0 VDC, then close the switch. The meter must read OVDC. If it does not, then test the dispenser harness connectiors, water and dispenser switch function and mechanical functioning of the pushbattons.

Repair or replace as needed.

If the proper voltages are read, then the problem is in the wiring back to the water valve or one of the water valves.

If the proper voltages are not read, then setup voltmeter to read 5.0 VDC.

Measure voltage on the power board from

J1 pins 7 to 10.5 VDC must be read when the switch is closed.

If the proper voltage is read, then replace the power board otherwise check the harness and replace either the harness or the controI board.

If the proper voltages are read, then the problem is in the wiring back to the auger motor or the auger motor itself.

If the proper voltages are not read, then setup voltmeter to read 5VDC. Measure voltage on the power board from J1 pins 6

(RD) for cubed or 5 (BU) for crushed and pin 10 (BK). 5 VDC must be read when the switch is closed.

If the proper voltage is read, then replace the power board otherwise check the harness and replace either the harness or the control board.

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Svmotom

Ice never dispenses.

Animation displays when switch is closed.

Possible Cause

Failed ice chute solenoid

Test Procedure

Listen for auger motor operation while the switch is pressed. If the auger motor is operating, then check that the ice chute door is not mechanically stuck closed. If there is not a mechanical problem, then check for line voltage across the solenoid during operation.

If line voltage is present then replace the solenoid. Otherwise, verify that there is line voltage on

J2 of the power board pins 1 to 9 during operation.

Set up meter to read 5 VDC. Check across pins 1 and

4 of the dispenser connector.

Without pressing dispenser switch the voltage should be 5 VDC.

Reuair

If line voltage is present, then repair/replace the wiring to the solenoid.

Otherwise check for 5.0 VDC present at the power board J1 pins 4 to 10. If5.0

VDC is present, then replace the power board. If no voltage is present, then check the same pins on J! of the control board.

If5 VDC is present on the control board then repair/replace the harness, else replace the control board.

If the reading is 0 VDC, then the dispenser switch is closed in error.

Troubleshoot the pad assembly and switch. Repair or replace as necessary.

Auger motor continuously cycling on and off when dispenser button is not being pressed.

Water flowing continuously without pressing a dispensing button.

Motor is cycling on thermal overload. Switch is stuck closed or mechanical obstruction is forcing switch closure.

Water valve stuck open.

Dispensing switch stuck closed

Open the freezer door.

Set up meter to read 5 VDC. Check across pins 1 to 4 and 2 to 4 of the dispenser connector.

Without pressing dispenser switch the voltage should be 5 VDC.

If voltage measures ok, then remove probe from pin 1 and check voltage at J1 pins 4 and 5. If 5 VDC is read at either point, then replace the control board otherwise replace the Dower board.

If the water flow does not stop, then replace the water valve.

Otherwise ao to the frame below.

If either reading is 0 VDC, then the switch is closed in error. Troubleshoot the pad assembly or Front Fill button and switch.

Repair or replace as necessary.

Cannot turn off the door alarm and the display says one of the doors is open all the time.

Failed or improperly adjusted door or the door switch.

Open the door signaled as being open.

close the door switch.

Manually

Does the alarm stop? If so, then check the door adjustment. Otherwise go to the next frame below.

If voltage measures ok, then remove probe from pin 1 and check voltage at J1 pin 7. If 5 VDC is read, then replace the control board otherwise replace the power board.

Adjust door, door switch or replace the door switch as needed to turn off the alarm.

Failed wiring harness or connection to the power board.

Unplug the refrigerator. Remove the fa(2adefrom the door. Disconnect the freezer door harness from the power board.

To test the freezer door connections, attach the voltmeter probes to J2, VT wire (pin 4) and WH (pin

10) on the harness. Set up the meter for line voltage

AC type. Place the meter so that it is not held or touching any metal.

Power up the refrigerator. There must be line voltage across the meter when the door is closed and <!5

VAC when the door is open.

To test the refrigerator door connections, use the same procedure as for the freezer door test above except attach the voltmeter probes to J2, RD/VVHwire

(pin 3) and WH (pin !0) on the harness.

If the voltage readings are incorrect, then power down the refrigerator and replace the power board.

Otherwise power down the refrigerator.

Attach the control board to the unit. Move the probes to J1 pins 10 and 2 on the control board. Repeat the last test. If the voltage readings are incorrect, then replace the jumper harness, otherwise replace the control board.

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Symptom

Dispenser light never turns on.

Possible Cause

The butb is not screwed in tight in the socket.

The bulb filament has opened.

The bulb socket contacts are not contacting the butb

Test Procedure

Check to see if the bulb is tight in the socket.

Check the bulb for continuity.

Test for the presence d tine voltage across the terminals on the socket while dispensing.

No prerecorded sounds or messages can be heard.

No message LED

Prerecorded sounds are ok but cannot hear user messages at alt.

The votume is set too low.

A speaker wire is not attached or is broken.

Failed keyboard.

Control board microphone malfunctioning

Press the MESSAGE PAD. Record and play back a message.

Adjust the volume until it can be heard.

Measure the resistance of the speaker and wire harness, it should be 8 +/- 1 Ohms.

Set up meter to read 5 VDC. Press the

MESSAGE PAD. Record a message and press STOP button. The message LED should begin to flash. If it does not, then measure the voltage from pin 4 of the dispenser switch header J4 on the control board to R14 just above and to the right of the keyboard connector

Press the MESSAGE PAD. Record and play back a message.

Try adjusting the volume.

Repair

Screw the bulb in tight.

Replace the butb.

Repair/replace the butb socket.

Done.

If the reading is within range, then replace the control board. Otherwise, replace the speaker or repair the wire connection.

The voltage should being cycling between

5 and 0 VDC.

If it does not, then replace the control board, otherwise replace the keyboard.

If user messages cannot be heard but prerecorded sounds can be heard, then replace the Control board.

Messages can be heard but there are no prerecorded sounds

Control not responding to keyboard pad presses

The NO SOUND option has been set in the control.

Keyboard tail not fully inserted into control board header.

From the dispenser screen press the MENU pad. For the SOUND Option select either

TONE or VOICE and retest.

Reinstall the keyboard tail into the control board and retest.

If the control does not respond to keyboard pad presses then test the keyboard as defined above.

When the LIGHT is ON, then in low light the light is on at ½ power and when there is a lot of ambient light, the light is on full power.

If it works, then done.

If it fails, then verify the volume is turned up loud enough to hear. If it still fails then replace the control board.

Replace the keyboard if it fails the test, otherwise replace the control board.

Done.

Night-Light is always on. Sometimes it is dim and sometimes it is bright.

LCD Module is hard to read.

The LIGHT option is configured ON.

LCD backlight sometimes is dim, sometimes bright.

No LCD Graphics visible

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The LCD backlight has been turned off.

The LCD Contrast is too low.

Automatic backlight level adjustment.

Failed LCD Module or control board.

From the dispenser screen, press and hold the MENU pad for 3 seconds until the screen changes. Press the buttons under the arrow pads until TURN ON THE DISPLAY LIGHT is highlighted.

Press the pad under SELECT to turn on the display ti,qht.

From the dispenser screen press MENU pad

3 times until SET AUDIO VOLUME appears in the disptay banner. Press SELECT pad to display the SET LCD CONTRAST screen.

Press the up and down arrows untit the desired contrast is achieved.

The LCD backtight has 3 separate levels; tow, medium and high. When the room is dark the backlight automatically wilt be in the

Iow state. In medium light tevet conditions the LCD backlight witl be at a medium level.

In bright rooms the LCD backlight level wilt be hiqh.

1. Press the message pad to get into the message center.

2. Press the LEFT pad under the display to record a message. Speak into the microphone area for about 10 seconds.

3. Press the LEFT pad again to stop recording. Does the message begin to flash on and off?

4. Press the MESSAGE pad and then press and hold the CENTER pad under the display to begin playback of the message and begin increasing the votume of the playback. Can the recorded messaae be heard?

44

Done.

Done.

No manual adjustment is available.

If the answer to either of these questions is YES, then replace the LCD module.

Otherwise replace the control board.


Troubleshooting of 3 button electronic Ice 'N Water dispenser

_1 notions

FILTEREE) [_IA TE,_

Dispenser Operation

Select WATER,CRUSHEDor CUBEDmode by pushing the button on the dispenser panel. A green

indicator light above the button indicates the current selection.

Dispenser Light

Light activates at full power when dispensing ice or water.

Table A: Harness 9-pin Connector Configuration

Pin

1

Color

GY

Signal

Ice Door Chute

Solenoid

2

3

BR

OR

Dispenser Light

Cubed

6

7

4

5

8

9

BU

RD

YL

VT

Crushed

Line

Main Actuator

Line In

WH Neutral

Note: All voltage measurements connector are referenced to line neutral or pin 9 (WH wire) of 9-pin

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Symptom Test Procedure

No LED lit

Possible

Cause

Switch failure in freezer door.

No dispenser light when dispenser switch is pressed in

Water, Crushed or Cubed mode.

Incorrect harness wirina.

No power to the PCB.

No continuity.

Failed light bulb or PCB.

With unit powered, open freezer door.

Press freezer door switch in. If freezer light does not turn off, switch is defective.

Verify wire color on 9-pin connector.

Table A.

Refer to

With unit powered, measure voltage between pin

9 (WH wire) and pin 7 (VT wire) of 9-pin connector.

Meter should read 120VAC.

Disconnect power.

Measure continuity between pin 2 (BR wire) of 9-pin connector and dispenser lamp terminal.

With unit powered, press the dispenser switch.

Measure voltage on pin 2 (BR wire) of 9-pin connector.

Voltage should read 120VAC.

Repair

Replace switch.

Correct wiring.

Replace PCB if meter reads 120VAC.


Replace dispenser light bulb.

If not, replace PCB.

Dispenser light is on without pressing the dispenser switch in Water,

Crushed or

Cubed mode.

Water LED is illuminated but does not dispense water when dispenser switch is pressed

Water starts to dispense as soon as Water mode is selected without pressing the dispenser switch

Crushed illuminated does not ice when is pressed.

LED is but dispense crushed dispenser switch

Failed dispenser switch (failed short)

Failed

Failed

PCB dispenser switch (failed open)

No continuity

Failed water valve or PCB.


Failed

Failed

PCB dispenser switch (failed open)

No continuity


Disconnect power.



With unit powered, measure voltage on pin 2

(BR wire) read 0VAC of 9-pin connector.

Voltage should

Disconnect power.


Resistance should read less than 1 £_ in this position and higher than 10 M£) when switch is open.

Disconnect power.


Check YL wire (pin 6 of 9-Din connector1 for continuitv.

With PCB powered, press dispenser switch.

Measure voltage on pin 6 (YL wire) of 9-pin connector.

Volta,qe should read 120VAC.

Disconnect power.




(YL wire) of 9-pin connector.


Disconnect power.



Disconnect power.


of 9-pin connector)

Check for continuity.

BU wire (pin 4

With PCB powered, press dispenser switch.

Measure voltage on pin 4 (BU wire) of 9-pin connector.

Voltaae should read 120VAC.

Replace

Replace

Replace

Repair switch.

PCB.

switch.

open connection.

Replace water vane if voltage reads 120VAC.


Replace switch.

Replace

Replace

Repair

PCB.

switch.

open connection.


not. reolace PCB.

If

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Cubed or

Crushed mode but ice chute door never _le_e_,

No LED lit, auger motor operates only in Cubed mode, and ice chute door never opens or never closes.

No LED lit, auger motor operates only in Cubed mode, and dispenser light never switches on or never switches off.

Neither Water,

Crushed or

Cubed LED will not illuminate but

Water, Crushed or Cubed mode operates properly when selected.


Symptom

Crushed ice starts to dispense as soon as

Crushed mode is selected without pressing the dispenser switch,

Cubed LED is illuminated but does not dispense cubed ice when dispenser switch is pressed.

Cubed ice starts to dispense as soon as Cubed mode is selected without pressing the dispenser switch


Cubed or

Crushed mode but ice chute door never opens.

Possible

Cause


Failed PCB

Failed dispenser switch (failed open)

No continuity



Failed PCB

Failed solenoid

Failed PCB

Test Procedure

Disconnect power.


Resistance should read less than 1 _) in this position and higher than 10 M£) when switch is open.


(BU wire) of 9-pin connector.


Disconnect power.


Resistance should read less than 1 _) in this position and higher than 10 M_) when switch is open.

Disconnect power.


Check OR wire (pin 3 of 9-pin connector) for continuity.

With PCB powered, press the dispenser switch.

Measure voltage on pin 3 (OR wire) of 9-pin connector.

Volta,qe should read 120VAC.

Disconnect power.


Resistance should read higher than 10

M£_ when switch is open and less than 1 £_ when switch is closed.


(OR wire) of 9-pin connector.

read 0 VAC.

Voltage should

Disconnect power.

Remove both leads from the solenoid and measure the resistance across solenoid terminals.

Resistance should read-

101.2

ohms +I0%

Measure voltage on pin 1 (GY wire) of 9-pin connector.

Voltage should read approximately

55VDC when ice chute door is open (solenoid energized) energized).

or 0 VDC when closed (solenoid not

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Failed PCB

Repair

Replace switch

Replace PCB.

Replace switch.




Replace switch

Replace PCB.

Replace solenoid.

Replace PCB.

Replace PCB

Replace PCB

Replace PCB

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Appendix A

A1

RS1300005 Rev. 0

ana

BUmLT BEI_ER [XAH |r HAS T& BE'

Owner's Manual

Distinctions°

Models Covering _nd

Side by Side

Refrigerator

Ordering

Questions parts about and your accessories?

features?

Please contact us with your model and serial number:

Consumer Affairs Department

Amana Appliances

2800 - 220th Trail

Amana, Iowa 52204

Ph# 1(800)843-0304

1(319)622-5511 outside U.S.A.

Intemet: http:ii www.amana.com

Keep instructions for future reference.

Keep this manual and your sales receipt together place in case warranty service is required.

in a safe

Contents

Introduction ...................................................................

2

Important

Installing

Safety

Your

Information

Refrigerator

.....................................

........................................

How to Remove the Doors and Hinges .............. 4

How to Install the Handles ....................................

5

How to Connect the Water Supply .......................

6

3

4

How to Level Your Refrigerator

How to Adjust the Temperature

.............................

7

Controls ........... 7

About Your Filtration System .....................................

Fresh Food Features ..................................................

Interior Shelves ........................................................

8

9

9

Door Storage ..........................................................

Drawers ..................................................................

Freezer Features .......................................................

Primary Features ...................................................

Shelves ...................................................................

Door Storage ..........................................................

Dispenser Features .................................................

13

14

Primary Features ...................................................

Water Dispenser Operation ................................

14

14

Control Features ...................................................

15

Hints and Care ..........................................................

How to Clean Your Unit ........................................

16

16

How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs ....... 17

Trouble Shooting .......................................................

Water Filter Data ........................................................

18

22

10

11

12

12

13

Warranty ......................................................................

23

Amana ® has determined guidelines that this meets Star the Energy Star ® for energy efficiency.

A2

Please read this Owner's Manual thoroughly.

maintenance information.

This manual provides proper

Complete registration call the Consumer card and promptly

Affairs Department.

return.

If registration card is missing,

Warranty recommends service must contacting be performed an authorized by an authorized servicer if service servicer.

is required

Amana after also warranty expires.

To locate an authorized or call 1(319)622-5511 www.amana.com.

servicer, call 1-800-NAT-LSVC (1-800-628-5782), if outside the U.S.A.

You may also contact us on the web at

When contacting information

Amana, is on the serial please plate, provide located the following on ceiling information.

of fresh food

Product section.

Model Number

'P' Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Dealer Name

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone

Features

ata Glance

A-

@

3

Service Plan

Amana offers long-term service protection t_r this new refrigerator.

Asure

TM

Extended Service Plan is specially designed to supplement

Amana's strong warranty. This plan covers parts, labor, and travel charges.

Call 1(800)528-2682,

_vw.amana.com

or contact us at for more information.

Before Calling ServiCe:X

If smnething seems unusual, please check "Trouble Shooting" section, which is designed to help you solve problems before calling service.

are Different

This book is intended

from Mine?

to show the variety of features that are available the product line.

If your refrigerator does not have all the options that are in shown, many of these options may be purchased by contacting

Aflhirs Department.

the Consumer

See contact information manual.

on the cover of your

5.

6.

7.

8.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Temp Assure ® controls

Spill Saver

Spill Saver

Side Glide

Rear shelf

Dell/Crisper

TM

TM

TM extensions drawer

(pg. 9)

(pg. 11 )

Snack drawer (pg. 11 )

Crisper drawer (pg. 11 )

(pg. 7) shelf (pg. 9)

Easy Glide

TM shelves-not shelf (pg. 9) shown (pg. 9

9.

Beverage Organizer

10.

Dairy center (pg.

10)

TM

(pg. 11 )

11.

Door buckets (pg. 10)

11 a. Bucket grippers-not shown (pg. 10)

12.

Tilt-out bucket (pg. 10)

13.

Beverage Chiller

TM

(pg. 10)

13a. Mini-Beverage Chiller TM (pg. 10)

13b. Kid Zone

TM

-not shown (pg.

10)

14.

Ice storage bin (pg. 12)

15.

Ice maker-not shown (pg. 12)

16.

Quick Chill Zone

TM

(pg. 12)

17.

Stor-Mor®system (pg. 13)

18.

Hanging wire shelf-not shown (pg. 13)

19.

Fixed freezer shelf (pg. 13)

20.

Water filter-not shown (pg. 8)

21.

Airfilter-not dispenser shown instructions)

(see LCD

22.

Lights-not shown (pg.

17)

Upper fresh food (pg.

17)

Lower fresh food (pg.

17)

Freezer (pg. 17)

Dispenser (pg. 17)

RS1300005 Rev. 0

Important Safety Information

Recognize Safety Symbols,

DANGER---Immediate death.

Words, Labels

DANGER hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or

[

WARNING--Hazards injuryor death.

WARNING

or unsafe practices which COULD resultin severe personal

]

[ CAUTION

CAUTION--Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property damage.

]

What You Need to Know about safety InstruCtions

Warning and Important Safety

Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations occur.

Colinilon sense, that may caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating refrigerator.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

[

WARNING

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

To reduce risk of fire, electric refrigerator, follow these basic shock, serious precautions,

1.

7.

Read all instructions before using refrigerator.

Observe all local codes and ordinances

Be sure to follow grounding instructions.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure this appliance is properly grounded.

DO NOT ground to a gas line.

DO NOT ground to cold water pipe.

Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate 103 to 126 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.

DO

NOT modify plug on power cord.

If plug does not fit electrical outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

injury, including

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

DO NOT use a two-prong extension cord or power adapter, strip.

DO NOT remove warning tag from power cord.

DO NOT tamper with refrigerator controls.

DO NOT service or replace any part of refrigerator unless specifically owner's recommended manual or published in user-repair instructions.

DO NOT attempt service if instructions are not understood beyond personal or if they are skill level.

Always disconnect from electrical refrigerator supply before attempting any service.

Disconnect power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

or death the when following= using your

13.

install refrigerator installation according

Instructions.

All to connections for water, electrical power, and grounding must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required.

14. Keep your refrigerator in good condition.

Bumping or dropping refrigerator can damage unit or cause unit to malfunction or leak.

If damage occurs, have refrigerator checked service technician.

by qualified

15. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.

16. Always read and follow manufacturer's environment storage instructions and ideal for items being stored in refrigerator.

1

WARNING

To reduce risk of injury or death, follow basic precautions,

Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment the following: and suffocation are still dangerous-even getting rid of your old refrigerator, are not problems if they sit out for "just please follow the instructions of the past.

below a few days".

to help

Junked prevent or

If you are accidents.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER:

• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.

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Save These Instructions

A4

Installing Your Refrigerator

These instructions were provided to aid you in the installation of your unit. Amana cannot be responsible t\_r improper installation.

How do I measure an opening to insure proper fit?

This refrigerator was designed to fit a 69" tall opening to allow for proper ventilation, leveling, and door adjustments.

Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller than anticipated.

How to Transport Your Unit

Follow these tips when moving the unit to final location:

• NEVER transport unit on its side. If an upright position is not possible, lay unit on its back. Allow unit to sit upright for approximately 30 minutes prior to plugging unit in to assure oil return to the compressor.

Plugging unit in immediately may cause damage to internal parts.

• Use an appliance dolly when moving unit. ALWAYS truck unit from its side

NEVER fi:olnits front or back.

Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling procedure under How to Level Your

Refrigerator.

Protect outside finish of unit during transport by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding between the unit and dolly.

IMPORTANT: If u_it is to be h_stalled h_toa recess where top of unit is completely covered, use dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap to verify proper clearance.

Secure unit to dolly firmly with straps or bungee cords. Thread straps through handles when possible. DO NOT overtighten. Overtightening restraints may dent or damage outside finish.

How to Select the Best Location

Observe these points when choosing the final location for your unit: of cabinet

(68 ¾") possible, shield unit with cabinet material.

DO NOT install where temperature falls below 55°F (13°C). Malfunction may occur at this temperature.

V__

L__L _ of top hinge

A = Floor to top

(70 Vs") of t,_p h of unit with %" tilt to back (68 ½") piece of plywood or other shim materiah

Allow a minimum of 1/2"clearance along top and back of unit t\_r proper ventilation.

To assure proper door closure, verity that the unit is leveled with a V4"tilt to the back.

How to Remove the Doors and Hinges

Some installations require door removal to get refrigerator to final location.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, observe the following:

• Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing doors.

Connect power only after replacing doors.

• Green ground wire must be attached to top hinge while performing door removal and replacement.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to walls and flooring, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective material.

removing Phillips screw.


How to Remove the Doors and Hinges _0_,ti_.,e_t

with doors. (,_;,pe.,i,_g moad, o.ijO

• Use a flat blade screwdriver or fingernail to press junction point between two connectors to release.

. )x _ _

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_ !IY_

(som _ m odds)

Press tab on underside

Detatch of red wire harness connector to release.

How to Replace the Doors

How to Install and Remove Handles

Handles are located x_ithin fresh food section of refrigerator.

Trim, plugs, and accent pieces x_ill be located x_ithin the literature assembly.

LCD and 5-button Dispenser

Remove screws re£rigera door.

two from

/4 bottom tot and hex freezer nut of

Models (non-stainless steel) into screw holes at bottom o£ handle section.

Align door handles with top and bottom sets of door clips, and slide down until screw holes on bottom of handles match with door screw holes.

To remove a£ter initial install...

Follow steps 3 through 4 in reverse order.

NOTE; Fit may be tight. When removing handle, pu!! up and out.

Distinctions 3-button Dispenser Models

1 screws From top and bottom o£ doors.

nut

Align door handles

screws removed in step 1.

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U

with

Snap colored handle trim over screw holes at top and bottom handles.

• Snap in trim by inserting end first.

large round of

A-

" To remove a£ter initial install...

through tight spaces.

• Follow steps 2 and 3 in reverse order.

IMPORTANT: To avoi d damage to handle, use a flat blade screwdriver edge wrapped

6 Handles may need to be removed tape to remove colored handle trim.

in masking if transporting unit


How to Install the Handles

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Stainless Steel Models

Insert I/4" hex nut driver into predrilled hole at base of handle and tighten screw.

predrilled illustrated.

5Insert hole, as screvc plug into i6

Repeat steps 2 through 5 to install

To rein ore after initial in s tall...

Follow steps 2 through 5 in reverse order.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to unit, use a flat blade screwdriver edge wrapped in masking tape to remove screw plugs.

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How to Connect the Water Supply

WARNING

To avoid electrical connecting water shock supply.

which

After can cause connecting severe water personal supply,

injury or death, connect power.

disconnect power to refrigerator before

CAUTION

To avoid property damage, observe the following:

• Consult a plumber to connect copper tubing to household ordinances.

plumbing to assure compliance with local codes and

• Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 20 and 100 pounds per square inch.

If water filter is installed, water pressure to water valve must be a minimum of 35 pounds per square inch.

• DO NOT use a self-piercing, or 3/16" (4.8 mm) saddle valve.

Both reduce water flow, become clogged with time, and may cause leaks if repair is attempted.

• Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.

Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches.

Do not overtighten.

• Wait 24 hours before placing unit into final position to check and correct any water leaks.

M_teHMs Needed

• 14 (6 ram) outer diameter flexible copper tubing

NOTE" Add 8' (2 m) to tubing length needed to reach water supply for creation of service loop.

• Brass nut and sleeve (see literature pack)

Shut-off valve (requires a 1/4" or 6 mm hole to be drilled into water supply before valve attachment)

• Adjustable wrench

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2Place end and insert tube into valve inlet port.

Attach nut on copper sleeve tubing to valve inlet port.

tube

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How to Connect the Water Supply <o,,..,<._

I3 on_rm secure attachment bypulling on

[ correct any leaks.

Create service loop with remaining

Turn tubing on water supply and

"P" clamp as illustrated.

Avoid kinks.

How to Level Your Refrigerator

CAUTION

• To avoid damage to walls and flooring, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective material

• To avoid damage or breakage to adjusting bolt, do not use power tools to correct leveling.

• DO NOT adjust unit to be any shorter than 68 ½" inches tall (minus hinge and cap).

Doing so may damage underside components.

3/[a t_dMs Needed

• 3/8" hex head driver • Level

3

Turn both front adjustment

screws (A) clockwise to rais&

and lower.

counterclockwise to tl_

What if my doors are not aligned?

Locate the higher door, and turn front adjustment screw counterclockwise.

Continue until doors are level.

If bottom of adjustment range is reached, and doors are not level raise opposite door by turning front adjustment screw clockwise.

Replace toe grille

Check with level to verify 1/4'' tilt to the back for proper door closure.

If unit is aligned and stable, replace toe grille.

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What if my unit rocks?

Turn rear adjustment screw clockwise to raise rocking corner.

Replace toe grille.

How to Adjust the Temperature

This refrigerator is designed to operate at a household

Controls

temperature of 55 ° to 110°F (13 ° to 43 ° C).

Loca te refrigerator and Freezer controls on fA Check to see that Fresh Food section set both controls to 4.

IMPORTANT: Neither section will cool if freezer control is upper left wall of fresh food section, and set to Off.

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Turn control to next highest number if too warm.

Turn control to next lowest number if too cold.

[ m _[.s38 ° to 40 ° F (3 ° to 4 ° C).

Allow 5 to 8 hours for adjustments to take effect.

(2Allow24hoursfortemperatures tostabilize)(5Repeatprocess , asnecessary.

)

IMPORrANr:Dueto designofunit,a!waysstarttomporature How do I perform a temperature

adjustments With freezer section.

Materials needed

test?

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Check to see if freezer temperature is 0 ° to

2 thermometers measuring -5° to 50°F (-21 ° to

•

For Freezer

For Refrigerator

I3

2 ° F (-17 ° to -16 ° C).

•

•

•

Turn control to next highest number if too warm.

Turn control to next lowest number if too cold.

Allow 5 to 8 hours for adjustments to take effect,

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1 " 2 drinking glasses with step 3 of Temperature

Adjustment section.

A8 and continue with step 3 of Temperature Adjustment section.

10°C) _,,

Place thennolneter in glass of water in middle of unit

About

Your Filtration

System...

Water Filter Removal and Installation

WARNING

To avoid serious illness or death, do not use unit where water is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after use of filter.

CAUnON

when filter change is required.

• Bypass cartridge DOES NOT filter water.

Be sure to have replacement cartridge available

• If water filtration system has been allowed to freeze, replace filter cartridge.

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• If system has not been used for several months, and water has an unpleasant

2-3 glasses of water.

If unpleasant taste or odor persists, change filter cartridge.

taste or odor, flush system by dispensing

Initial Install of Water Filter

Remove retain blue bypass cap and for later use.

Replacing Water Filter

cartridge to eject. Use caution when removing.

Turn from

_lter

_lter coun head.

terclockwise un tJl it relea sos

_2Remove sealing label from

• end of _lter and insert

iterhead.

• Rotate gently clockwise

Jnto_ until filter stops and snap filter cover close&

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'_, J Wipe up excess water in _lter cover and

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Reduce water spurts by tTushing air from system.

Run water continuously

(approxim a rely 2 rain u tes) through dispenser until water runs steady.

Additional flushing may be required in some households where water is of poor quality.

When do I change the water filter?

Select dispenser

For instructions models feature a water filter change indicator.

on how to operate and reset this feature, refer to the dispenser dispenser booklet features section for LCD-style in your dispensers.

manual, or the LCD

For units without indicator feature, filter should be changed approximately every 6 months.

IMPORTANT: Condition of water and amount used determines/ife span of water filter cartridge, tf water use is

high: or if water is of poor quality, replacement may need to take place more often.

I'm trying to dispense flush the system, water

Where's the to water?

During initial use, allow about a 1 to 2 minute delay in water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.

What if I choose not to use the water filtration system?

Dispenser feature :nay be used without water filter cartridge.

If you choose this option, replace filter with blue bypass cap.

How do I order a replacement cartridge?

filter

Amana ® Replacement is available through

Water Filter cartridge model WF 50

Amana _ dealers and servicers.

You :nay also order through Amana ® Consumer infi_rmation on the cover of your

Aft'airs manual.

by using the

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Fresh Food Features

What if These Features

are

This book is intended to show the variety of features that are available in the product

Different from Mine?

line. If your refrigerator does not have all the options that are shown, many of these options may be purchased by contacting the Consumer Affairs Department.

See contact information on the cover of your manual.

Interior Shelves

CAUTION

To avoid personal injuryor property damage, observe the following:

• Confirm shelf is secure before placing items on shelf.

• Handle tempered glass shelves carefully.Shelves

may break suddenly ifnicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.

Side Glide

TM

Shelves (some models)

Side Glide

TM shelves hook onto a rear double-crossbar by side to create a full width level surface, or if attached to separate crossbars, the shelves may slide accommodate assembly.

left or right storage needs.

Shelves may be aligned side to Ill WI

To remove and install shelf:

To remove shelf, raise shelf I,I

10 ° to unhook from double crossbar and lift out.

To install, reverse above procedure.

To slide shelves:

Lift front of shelf slightly and slide left or right.

To remove and install double-crossbar assembh

To remove, slide assembly up to unhook from metal track.


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Spillsaver

TM

Easy Glide

TM

(some models)

Spillsaver

TM

Easy Glide

TM shelves feature the convenience of easy cleaning with a pull-out design to reach items in the back.

For ease of cleaning, glass shelf may be removed by pulling to full extension and lifting out of frame.

• To remove shelf and frame, see instructions

Spillsaver

TM stationary shelves.

for

Spillsaver

TM

Spillsaver

TM stationary shelves hold simple spills for easier cleaning.

• To remove shelves, lift up and out.

To install shelves, reverse above procedure.

Rear Shelf Extensions

(some models)

Rear shelf extensions off the back of the shelf.

help prevent articles from falling

To remove and install shelf extension:

• To remove, pull extension straight up from rear of shelf.

• To install, insert posts of the shelf extension into holes in the shelf frame.

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Fresh Food Features

Door Storage

Dairy Center

The dairy center provides convenient

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storage L -_ for items such as butter, yogurt, cheese, etc.

This compartment is an adjustable feature located in the door.

It can be moved to several different locations to accommodate storage needs.

To remove, slide dairy center up and pull straight out.


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Kid Zone

TM

(some models)

The Kid Zone

TM provides adjustable storage for your child's preferred snacks and beverages.

To remove, slide Kid Zone

TM assembly up and pull straight out.


Beverage

Mini-Chiller

ChillerTM/

TM

(some models)

The Temperature-Controlled Beverage Chiller

TM and

Temperature-Controlled Mini Beverage Chiller

TM keep beverages and other items up to 5°F(3°C) colder than the rest of the fresh food section.

Air inlet allows air from the freezer section to pass to Beverage

Chiller

TM.

The Beverage Chiller TMcontrol is located I I1/€_ on the left wall of fresh food section.

Control adjusts amount of air circulating

Beverage Chiller

TM.

Turn control toward in the

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large snowflake icon for colder temperature.

To remove and install Beverage ChillerTM:

If located directly above Chiller, _ " dairy center or door bucket may need to be removed.

Referto appropriate instructions and remove item.

Slide Beverage

Chiller

TM assembly straight out.

up and pull_

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To install, align one of the

Beverage Chiller

TM cold air intake holes (A) with one of the two air inlets (13) in door liner.

Push assembly down onto door liner retainer until it stops.

IMPORTANT: Beverage Chil!e rTM Will not operate properly if air intake holes are not aligned with air inlet in door tiner.

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Tilt-Out Door Buckets

(some models)

The Tilt-Out Bucket assembly consists of a bucket and frame, providing adjustable, convenient food items in door.

The bucket assembly storage tilts for forward for easy access of items, and lifts out for ease in cleaning and adjusting.

To remove and install bucket:

To remove bucket, tip bucket forward and pull straight out to remove.

To install bucket, slide bucket into bucket frame and push bucket upright.

To adjust bucket frame:

Remove bucket per above instructions.

Lift frame off door support and place in desired door location.

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Door Buckets

Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage needs.

To remove, slide bucket up and pull straight out.


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Grip Pads

The Grip Pads prevents objects from sliding in the door bucket.

Grip Pads are removable are top-rack dishwasher safe for and easy cleaning.

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D rawers

Snack Drawer (some models)

To remove, pull drawer out to full extension.

Tilt up front of drawer and pull straight out.


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Dell/Crisper Drawer climuh co_m'olled

The DeN/Crisper system provides a drawer_-,4_Y with a variable temperature keeps the compartment control that up to 5°F (3°C)

( o_t_,'

\ 'li_ ,-_._

colder than refrigerator temperature.

be used for den storage or additional storage.

This drawer can produce

NOTE: Cold air directed to the Dell/Crisper can decrease refrigerator temperature.

System

Refrigerator control may need to be adjusted.

Controls

Located on the wall to the left of the drawer, the climate controls regulate the air temperature in the

DeN/Crisper drawer.

Set control level to cold to provide normal refrigerator temperature for produce with outer sMns.

Use the coldest setting for meats or other den items.

Crisper Drawer clim_ifec'olm'olled_'_.

Garden Fresh

TM crisper keeps produce fresh longer by providing an environment adjustable humidity.

with

Controls

The Garden Fresh

TM controls regulate the amount of humidity in the crisper drawer.

Use the Iowsetting for produce with outer skins.

Use the high setting for leafy produce.

To remove and install drawers:

To remove drawer, pull drawer out to full extension.

Tilt up front of drawer and pull straight out.


To remove and install crisper shelf:

Lift off wall supports and remove.

To instaN shelf, lower shelf onto wall supports and push in until shelf is flush with rear wall.

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Beverage Organizer

TM

(some models)

The Beverage Organizer

TM slides out from underneath the Spillsaver

TM

Easy Glide

TM shelf.

The Organizer holds up to twelve 12-ounce beverage cans.

To remove and install Organizer:

• To remove, empty contents of Organizer.

Pull Organizer forward to full extension and lift front to release from shelf rail.

Pull straight out to remove.

• To install, reverse above procedure.

What setting should I use for items in my humiditycontrolled drawers?

• corn • oranges

• cauliflower

• grapes

• cucumbers • tomatoes

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high

o lettuce

• spinach • asparagus cabbage

• fresh sprouts • fresh herbs

What setting should I use for items in my temperaturecontrolled drawer?

cold

• cauliflower

• oranges

• zucchini • grapes

• cucumbers • tomatoes

col<.les,.,,.,

steaks bacon

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_-_ _

x %.J,_3

" cold cuts

• hot dogs

° hard cheeses

• bacon

It is not recommended leafyproduce, be stored that lettuce, in this or other drawer.

What can I do to prolong

life of my produce?

the

Please observe storing drawers: produce the following rules when in humidity-controlled

• DO NOT wash produce before placing in crispers. Anyadditional moisture added to the drawers :nay cause produce to prematurely spoil.

• DO NOT line crispers with paper towels.

Towels will retain moisture.

• Follow control instructions carefully.

Not setting controls correctly may damage produce.

Freezer

Features

What if These Features

are

This book is intended to show the variety of features that are available in the product line. If your refrigerator does not have all the options that are shown, many of these

Different from Mine?

options may be purchased by contacting the Consumer Aft'airs Department.

See contact int\_rmation on the cover of your manual.

Primary Features

CAUTION

To avoid property damage, observe the following:

• Do not force ice maker arm down or up.

• Do not place or store anything in ice storage bin.

WARNING

To avoid possible injury, including death, do not place glass items in Quick Chill Zone

TM

. Glass objects may shatter or explode if exposed to extreme cold.

Quick Chill Zone

TM

Quick Chill Zone

TM provides a space for items to be chilled or frozen quickly.

• To remove, lift Quick Chill

Zone

TM from ice bin rails and pull straight out.

• To install, reverse above procedure.

Automatic Dispensing Ice Maker

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This ice maker creates the ice used in the dispensing system.

Using Ice Maker for the First Time

Confirm ice bin is in place and ice maker arm is down.

After freezer section reaches between 0 ° to 2°F (-18 ° to

-17 ° C), ice maker fills with water and begins operating.

Allow approximately 24 hours after installation to receive first harvest of ice.

Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operation to verify system is flushed of impurities.

Operating

• Confirm down.

Instructions ice bin is in place and ice maker arm is

• After freezer section reaches 0 ° to 2°F (-18 ° to -17 ° C), ice maker fills with water and k

•

• have a complete begins operating.

hours.

harvest of

Stop ice production by raising ice maker arm until click is heard.

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Ice maker will remain in the offposition pushed down.

until arm is

Ice Storage Bin _2:_

The ice storage bin is located below the automatic dispensing ice maker.

To remove and install ice storage bin:

• To remove bin, remove Quick Chill

Zone

TM.

Raise ice maker arm to deactivate ice maker.

• Lift front of bin and pull out to its full extension.

front of bin and remove.

Lift up

• To install, slide bin into rails below ice maker until bin locks into place.

Drop ce maker arm to activate ice maker, and replace Quick Chill Zone

TM.

IMPORTANT: Ice bin must be locked in proper place for proper ice dispensing.

If freezer door does not close, bin is not in proper location.

Turn auger driver as shown to properly align ice bin with back of unff.

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Freezer Features

Shelves

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Stor-Mor _ System

Baskets slide out for easy access of items in back.

Shelves can be removed to meet individual storage needs.

To remove and install Stor-Mor ® shelf: I

• To remove, snap right side of shelf from cabinet railing and remove from wall mounting clips.

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NOTE: Back Of sheffmust be flush with back of cabinet to secure firmly in cabinet railing.

Improper alignment will cause shelf to slide.

To remove and install baskets:

To remove, pull basket forward to full extension. Lift front handle to release basket from rails and remove.

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Door Storage

• Refer to Fresh Food section for instructions.

I Door Buckets

Hanging Wire Shelf (some models}

Hanging wire shelf provides extra storage for ice cube trays, boxed frozen foods, ice packs, etc.

To remove shelf:

Pinch rung hook of hanging wire shelf inward to release hanging wire shelf from right side of Stor-Mor e_shelf.

Shelf will swing downward.

Press rung hook of hanging wire shelf outward to remove shelf from freezer section.

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To install shelf:

• Perform above steps in reverse order.

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(some models)

I ilt-Out Door Buckets

• Refer to Fresh Food section for instructions.

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Dispenser Features

Primary Features

I ispenser Light _ots/Jo_,_

A light activates within the dispenser area at full power when dispensing ice or water.

Front Fill Button (some models)

The Front Fill button works independently of the dispenser controls, providing an up-front alternative to the dispenser pad for dispensing large items that will not fit into the dispenser water.

This feature is convenient for filling area (i.e. sport bottles, pitchers, large pans, coffee pots).

This feature allows added convenience

To use, choose your preferred ice mode of dispensing from dispenser ice and water simultaneously.

control panel.

Press container against dispenser

Dispenser

pad while pressing the Front Fill button.

Pad

The dispenser pad is located on the back wall of the dispensing pad is pressed, the selection chosen on your dispenser control area.

panel

When the dispenser will dispense.

Removable

The removable

Tray tray at the bottom of the dispenser area is designed to collect small spills and may b e easily removed for cleaning and emptying purposes.

IMPORTANT: Removable tray does not drain , Continuous water

Water Dispenser Operation

[ CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe following instructions:

• Do not put fingers, hands, or any foreign object into dispenser opening.

• Do not use sharp objects to break ice.

• Do not dispense ice directly into thin glass, fine china, or delicate crystal.

NOTE: During initial use of water dispenser, dispersal to allow interna!

water tank allow to fill, Discard an approximate first

!,2

! 0- !4 containers minute delay of water in water after initially connecting refrigerator to household water supply and extended periods of nonuse.

To use dispenser pad:

Choose water selection

Press sturdy, wide-mouthed

Release water pressure may continue from dispenser on dispenser container to dispense, control against panel.

dispenser pad.

pad to stop water from dispensing.

A small amount of and collect in dispenser tray.

Large spills should be wiped dry.

To use Front Fill button (some models):

Align container under Front Fill button using blue water droplet as guide.

Press and hold Front Fill button.

Release button when desired fill is reached.

A small amount of water may continue to dispense, and collect in dispenser tray.

Large spills should be wiped dry.

NOTE; !f wate r dispenser i s active for more than 3 minutes, an automatic lock out sensor will shut down power to dispenser are& See Automatic Lock Out for further information.

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Control Features

Dispenser Features

NOTE: These directions pertain to 5.button

LCD controls, please refer to the information and 3,button controls only. if your Unit has booklet located in your literature packet.

Nl'ttlttD _PIFN rice Dispenser Operation _ l l To dispense ice:

Select Cubed or Crushed ice mode by pushing button on dispenser l shows mode selection.

l " Press container against dispenser pad. When dispensing crushed control panel.

A green

ice, hold container indicator as close

_ light to chute above button l as possible t o [educe spraying.

Selection

_ N__E; _f dispenseris active f_r m_re mode than 3 m_nutes_ may not be changed an aut_mat_c

whil e ic e dispenser

__ck _ut sens_r _i__ shut d__n is i n 0Peration.

P__er

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L to clispenser area, See Automatic Lock Out for further information, ' q _ _ i l

Dispenser

To lock dispenser, press and hold Dispenser indicator light above button confirms dispenser

Lock button for 3 seconds.

A green is locked.

above button will 3 out.

Filter Status

Lock (some

Indicator

models)

Light (some models)

The Filter Status Indicator Light serves as a reminder to replace the water filter.

A green light indicates that the filter is in good condition.

indicates the filter should red until function is reset.

be changed.

A red light

Once light turns red, it will remain

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To reset indicator:

• Press and hold both Dispenser seconds.

The green Filter Status

Lock and Water

Indicator Light buttons will flash simultaneously

3 times when for 4 the function has successfully reset.

V/h_t Js the Automatic

Lock Out £e_ture?

The Automatic Lock Out feature shuts down power to the water and ice dispenser when either dispenser has run continuously for approximately 3 minutes.

If this mode goes into effect, the green light will activate above the

Dispenser Lock button.

To unlock dispenser:

To unlock dispenser, hold

Dispet_ser Lock button for 3 seconds.

Green indicator light above button will go out.

Auto Light (some models)

The Auto Lightfunction offers the ability to activate the dispenser light at half-power detects that the light levels in room are low.

.

when the Light Sensor ,,,.I_-_ ,_,/':_'

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To activate and deactivate

To activate, press Auto

Auto Light:

Lightbutton located on control panel.

A green indicator light above button displays to show that sensor is active,

To deactivate, pressAuto Lightbutton.

Green indicator light will go out.

NOTEDispenserlight will operate whether ornotAuto Lightis selected.

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Sabbath Mode

This mode is intended to deactivate power to the LED and dispenser while allowing the controls to remain operational.

lights,

To activate Sabbath Mode:

• Press and hold both Dispenser for 3 to 4 seconds.

After

Lock

3 to 4 seconds, and Auto Lightbuttons the LED and dispenser simultaneously lights will turn off. Dispenser light will not activate during dispensing while in this mode.

To deactivate

• Press

Sabbath Mode: and hold both Dispenser the LED and dispenser

Lock and Auto Lightbuttons lights will activate.

simultaneously for 3 to 4 seconds.

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After 3 to 4 seconds,

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Hints and Care

What cleaners does f* Amana recommend f my stainless steel for product?

Amana has a cleaner available for purchase

Consumer

For

(Part # 31960801)

Affairs division.

through this, or a list of other recommended our cleaning information

Manual.

products,

Amana Consumer please contact

Afthirs on the cover us at using the of your Owner's

How do I remove

from my refrigerator?

1. Remove all food.

an odor

2. Disconnect refrigerator.

3. Clean the t_llowing items using the appropriate instructions in

How to ('lean Your Unit :

• Walls, floor, and ceiling of cabinet interior.

• Drawers, according section.

shelves, and gaskets to the instructions in this

4. Pay special attention to clean all crevices steps: by completing

• Dilute mild detergent solution into crevices bristle brush.

the t\_llowing and using brush a plastic

• Let stand for 5 minutes.

• Rinse surthces with warm water.

Dry surt:aces with a soft, clean cloth.

5. Wash and dry all bottles, containers, jars.

Discard spoiled or expired items.

and

6. Wrap or store tightly-sealed reoccurring odor-causing containers odors.

foods in to prevent

7. Connect power to refrigerator t\_od to unit.

and return

8. Alter 24 eliminated.

hours, check if odor has been

If odor is still present...

1. Remove drawers and place on top shelf of refrigerator.

2. Pack refrigerator and freezer sections including doors with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper.

3. Place charcoal briquettes randmnly on crumpled newspaper in both freezer and refrigerator compartments.

4. Close doors and let stand 24 48 hours.

5. Repeat steps 5 through 7.

If odor was not eliminated, contact

Consumer Affairs Department using the inff_rmation in the front of your Owner's

Manual.

How to Clean Your Unit

[ WARNING

To avoid electrical disconnect power shock which to refrigerator can cause before severe cleaning.

personal

After injury cleaning, or death, connect power.

[ CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage:

• Read and follow

• Do not place warping manufacturer's buckets, of accessories directions shelves, or accessories may result for all cleaning products.

in dishwasher.

Cracking or

]

]

AREA

Textured Doors and Exterior

Cabinet Interior

Stainless Steel Doors and Exterior

IMPORTANT."

Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products or

non -recommended products is not covered under any warranty

Dispenser Controls

Door Gaskets

Condenser Coil Remo*e toe gri/le to acce*>

Condenser Fan Outlet

Grille

See back of refrigerator

Accessories She/v'es, bzmkets, drawers, erc

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DO NOT USE

Abrasive or harsh cleaners

Ammonia

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Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads


Ammonia

Chlorine bleach

Concentrated detergents or solvents


Vinegar-based product

Citrus-based cleaners


Ammonia

Chlorine bleach

Concentrated detergents or solvents




N/A

• A Dishwasher

DO*.*

• Use 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) of baking soda dissolved in I quart (1 liter) warm soapy water.

• Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots

• Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.

• Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots

• Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle

• Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush attachment.

• Follow removal and installation instructions from appropriate feature section.

• Allowitems to adjust to room temperature.

• Dilute mild detergent and use a soft clean cloth or sponge for cleaning.

• Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices

• Rinse surfaces with clean warm mater.

• Dry glass and clear items immediately to avoid spots.

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Hints and Care

How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs

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To avoid electrical disconnect power shock which to refrigerator can cause before severe replacing personal light

injury or death, bulb. After replacing light bulb, connect power.

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CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage,

• Allow light bulb to cool.

• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.

observe the following:

Upper fresh food section

1.

Locate finger gaps on each side of clear light shield.

Insert fingers and press in on each side of shield.

Pull shield down and remove.

2.

Remove light bulbs.

3.

Replace with appliance

40 watts.

bulbs no greater than

4.

Replace light bulb cover by inserting front tabs of light shield into holes in liner directly in front of light assembly.

Lower fresh food section and

Non-dispensing model freezer section

1.

Pinch bottom tabs (A) on light cover and pull straight out.

2.

Remove light bulb.

3.

4.

Replace watts.

Insert bulb top tabs with appliance

(B) of light cover bulb no greater than 40 into refrigerator snap bottom portion over light assembly.

liner and

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Dispensing model freezer section

1.

Remove ice bin by lifting front of bin and pulling out.

2.

Remove light bulb cover by pinching top tab (A) and pulling cover out of liner.

3.

Remove light bulb.

Replace with appliance no greater than 40 watts.

bulb

4.

insert bottom tab (B) of light cover into liner and snap top portion over light assembly.

5.

Replace ice bin by sliding in until bin locks into place.

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Ice 'N Water dispenser

1.

L2c2t2oi_get:tbulb inside top edgeof dispenser frame.

Unscrew

2 Replace light bu!b with a 6-watt, 120 volt bu!b.

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• When placing refrigerator into final position, allow t\)r 1" clearance around the top and sides of unit to supply ample ventilation optimum energy efficiency.

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Avoid overcrowding refrigerator shelves. This reduces effectivity of air circulation around food and causes refrigerator to run longer.

Avoid adding too much warm food to unit at one time. This overloads compartments and slows rate of cooling.

Do not use aluminum toil, wax paper, or paper toweling as shelf liners. This decreases air flow and causes unit to run less efficiently.

• A freezer that is

2/3 full runs most efficiently.

Locate refrigerator in coolest part of room. Avoid areas of direct sunlight, or near heating ducts, registers, or other heat producing appliances. If this is not possible, isolate exterior by using a section of cabinet or an added layer of insulation.

• Refer to owner's manual section on temperature controls for recommended control settings

Clean door gaskets every three months according to Owner's

Manual cleaning instructions.

This will assure that door seals properly and unit runs efficiently.

• Take time to organize items in refrigerator to reduce time that door is open.

• Be sure your doors are closing securely by leveling unit as instructed in your Owner's Manual.

Clean condenser coils of as indicated in the owner's manual every 3 months. This will increase energy efficiency and cooling performance.

Trouble Shooting

NOISE l'))_

Today's refi'igerators have new features and are more energy efficient.

Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has excellent insulating capabilities, however, foam insulation is not as sound absorbent.

As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar.

In time, these sounds will become familiar.

Please refer to this infomlation before calling service.

TOPIC

Clicking

Air rushing or whirring

Gurgling or boiling sound

Thumping

Vibrating noise

Buzzing

Humming

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Freezer control (.4) clicks when starting or stoppin,q compressor.

Defrost timer (B) sounds like an electric clock and snaps in and out of defrost cycle.

Freezer fan (C) and condenser fan (D) make this noise while operating.

Evaporator (E) and heat exchanger (F) refrigerant makes this noise when flowing.

Normal operation

Normal operation

Normal operation

Normal operation

Ice cubes from ice maker(some models) drop into ice bucket (13).

Dispenser ice chute (H_ closinq.

Compressor (I) makes a pulsating sound while running.

Refrigerator is not level.

Ice maker water valve (J) hookup (some models) buzzes when ice maker fills with water.

Ice maker (14)is in the 'on' position without water connection,

Normal operation

Normal operation

Normal operation

See Installation

Instructions for details on how to level your unit.

Normal operation

Ice auger (L) (some models) hums as auger a,qitates ice during dispensing.

Compresser (I) can make a high pitched hum while operating.

Solenoid valve (M) operating ice chute door.

Stop sound by raising ice maker arm to 'off' position.

See Automatic Ice Maker section in your owner's manual for details.

Normal operation

Normal operation

Normal operation

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OPERATION

Freezer control and lights are on, but compressors are not operating,

Dell/Crisper system temperature is

too warm

Refrigerator is in defrost mode.

Normal operation Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts,

Refrigerator does not operate

Refrigerator still won't operate

Food temperature is too cold

Control settin,qs are too low.

Freezer controls are set too low.

Drawer is improperly positioned.

Refrigerator is not plugged in.

Freezer control is not on.

Fuse is blown, or circuit breaker needs to be reset.

Power outage has occurred

Unit is malfunctioning.

Condenser coils are dirty.

Refrigerator or freezer controls are set too high.

Beverage Chiller

TM

(some models) is improperly positioned.

See section on Dell/Crisper system to adiust controls.

See controls section in owner's manual on how to adjust

/our controls.

See section on Dell/Crisper system to verify drawer positioning.

Plug in unit.

See section on controls in your owner's manual.

Replace any blown fuses. Check circuit breaker and reset if necessary.

Call local power company listing to report outage.

Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another unit. If another unit is not available, place dry ice in freezer section to preserve food. Warranty does not cover food loss.

Contact service for assistance.

Clean according to cleaning instructions in your owner's manual.

See controls section in owner's manual on how to adjust

/our controls.

See section on Temperature-Controlled to verify proper positionin¢i.

Beverage Chiller

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Trouble Shooting

TOPIC

Food temperature appears too warm

Refrigerator has an odor

Water droplets form on outside of refrigerator

Water droplets form on inside of refrigerator

Refrigerator or ice maker make unfamiliar sounds or seems too loud

DelilCrisper System and/or crisper drawers do not

close freely

Refrigerator runs too frequently

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Door is not closing properly.

Controls need to be adjusted.

Condenser coils are dirty.

Rear air grille is blocked.

Door has been opened frequently, or has been opened for long periods of time.

Food has recently been added.

Compartment is dirty or has odorcausin,q food.

Air filter (some models) needs to be chan,qed.

Check gaskets for proper seal.

Humidity levels are high.

Controls require adjustment

Humidity levels are high or door has been opened frequently.

Check gaskets for proper seal.

Normal operation

SOLUTION

Refrigerator is not level. See Installation Instructions for details on how to level your unit.

Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according to cleaning instructions in owner's manual.

Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets, oversized or improperly stored containers or foodstuffs, etc.).

See the controls section in your owner's manual for assistance in how to adiust your controls.

Clean accordinq to cIeaninq instructions in your owner's manual.

Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to make sure grille is not blocked. Rear air grille is located behind crisper drawers.

Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open for as short a time as possible.

Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has been open.

Allow time for recently-added food to reach refrigerator or freezer temperature.

Refer to odor removal instructions in owner's manual.

Change air filter.

Clean, if necessary, according to cleaning instructions in owner's manual.

Normal durinq times of hiqh humidity.

See the controls section in your owner's manual for assistance in how to adjust your controls.



Clean, if necessary, according to cleaning instructions in owner's manual.

Refer to noise section of troubleshooting guide in owner's manual.

Contents of drawer, or positioning of items in the surrounding compartment could be obstructing drawer

Drawer is not in proper position

Refrigerator treatment.

time.

is not level.

Drawer channels are dirty or need

Doors have been opened frequently or have been opened for long periods of

Humidity or heat in surrounding area is high.

Food has recently been added.

Reposition food items and containers the drawers.

to avoid interference with

See section on Dell/Crisper System and/or crisper drawer section for proper placement.

See Installation Instructions for details on how to level your unit.

Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Apply a thin layer of petroleum ieIly to drawer channels.


Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has been open.

Normal operation

Unit is exposed to heat by environment

Condenser or by appliances coils are dirty.

nearby,

Allow time for recently-added food to reach refrigerator or freezer temperature.

Evaluate your unit's environment.

Unit may need to be moved to run more efficiently.

Clean according to cleaning instructions in your owner's manual.

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Trouble Shooting

TOPIC

Refrigerator runs too frequently (continued)

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Controls need to be adjusted.

Door is not c(osing properly

SOLUTION


Refrigerator is not level. See Installation Instructions for details on how to level your unit

Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets, oversized or improperly stored containers or foodstuffs, etc.).

Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according to cleaning instructions in owner's manual.

ICE &

Water appears cloudy

Particles cubes.

No indicator dispenser models)

Neither dispensed pushed

Ice maker in water lights control (some ice nor water when

(some are lit on pads models) is are

is not producing enough ice or ice is malformed

(some models) and/or ice

Ice maker is not producing

(some models) ice

Air or air bubbles

Carbon dust in water.

from water filter cartridge.

Water filter is clogged or needs to be changed.

Ice maker arm is not in correct position

Household water supply is not reaching water valve

Copper or plastic tubing has kinks.

This is normal when first using dispenser and wil! disappear with use.

Initial water ejected through cartridge may contain harmless carbon dust flushed from cartridge.

Particles are safe for consumption.

Wil! disappear after the first few uses.

Particles are not harmful and naturally occur in water supplies.

Concentrations of minerals in water will form particles when water becomes frozen and melts.

Freezer door is not closed.

Refrigerator is not plugged in.

Fuse is blown, or circuit breaker needs to be reset,

Power outage has occurred.

Refrigerator is in Sabbath Mode.

Freezer door is not closed.

Controls are in lock mode.

Water tank is fi!ling.

Ice maker or ice maker-equipped unit has just recently been installed or a large amount of ice has just been used.


Ice maker has just recently been installed or a large amount of ice has just been used.

Water pressure is too low.

Water

Check pressure freezer is too low.

temperature.

Ice bin is not installed properly

Verify that freezer door is closed.

Power is removed from the control when freezer door is opened.

Plug in unit.

Replace any blown fuses.

Check circuit breakers for any tripped circuits.

Call local power company listing to report outage.

See dispenser control instructions for further information.

Verify that freezer door is closed.

Power is removed from the control when freezer door is opened.

See dispenser control instructions for further information.

At initial use, there is an approximate 45-second delay in dispensing while the internal water tank is filling.

Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin and for ice maker to restock after emptied.

Change water filter.

Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin and for ice maker to restock after emptied.

Low water pressure can cause valve to leak. Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly.

A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for units with water filters.


Confirm ice maker arm is down.

See Automatic Ice Maker section in your owner's manual for details.

Check water connection procedure in your Installation

Instructions.

Turn off water supply and remove kinks.

If kinks cannot be removed, replace tubing.

Water pressure must be between 20 to I00 pounds per square inch to function properly.

A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for un)ts with water filters.

See the controls sect)on )n your owner's manual for assistance on how to adjust your controls.

Freezer must be between 0 to

2°F (-I8 to-I7°C)to produce ice.

See ice bin section for proper installation and alignment.

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Trouble Shooting

TOPIC

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Ice maker is not producing ice (some models-continued)

Improper water valve was installed.

Unit is leaking water

Ice forms in inlet tube to ice maker

Water pressure is low.

Water flow is slower than normal

Plastic tubing was used to complete water connection.


Freezer temperature is too high.

Water pressure is low.


Dispenser water is not cold

Copper or plastic tubing has kinks.


Refrigerator has been recently installed

Water supply in holding tank has been depleted.

Water has settle into water lines outside holding tank and has warmed to room temperature.

SOLUTION

Check water connection procedure in your Installation

Instructions.

Self-piercing and 3116"saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time.

Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection.

Amana recommends using copper tubing for installation.

Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage. Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection.

Check water connection proce_Jure in your Installation

Instructions.

Self-piercing and V1G"saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time. Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection,

Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for units with water filters.

See the controls section in your owner's manual for assistance on how to adjust your controls.

Freezer is recommended to be between Oto 2°F (-18 to -17°C).

Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for units with water filters.

Check water connection proce£ture in your Installation

Instructions.

Self-piercing and V16" saddle valves cause low water pressure and and may clog the line over time.

Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection.

Turn off water supply and remove kinks.

If kinks cannot be removed, replace tubing.


Allow approximately !2 hours for water in holding tank to chill.

Discard first glass of water and refill.

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Water Filter Data

System Specification

Refrigerator Water and

Filter

Performance

Cartridge

Data Sheet

Model WF50

Specifications

Service Flow Rate (Maximum) .............................................

Rated Service Life WF50-NI300

Rated Service Life WF50-WI500

(Maximum)

(Maximum)

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Maximum Operating Temperature

Minimum Pressure Requirement

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Maximum Operating Pressure ..............................................

0.75 GPM (2.83 Limin)

300 gallons/1135 liters

500 gallons/1892 liters

100° F/38 ° C

35 psi/138 kPa

120 psi/827 kPa

General Use Conditions: water treatment needs.

Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual

DO NOT use this product where water is microbiologically before filterable or after cysts.

the system.

System certified for cyst unsafe reduction or of unknown

may be used quality on disinfected without water adequate

that may disinfection contain

The Amana _ Clean 'n Clear

TM retractable water filtration system uses a WF50 replacement cartridge (see Amana _ contact information at the front of your manual to order).

Timely replacement from this filtration system.

Please refer to the applicable section of filter cartridge

in this owner's manual is essential for general for performance operation, satisfaction maintenance requirements and troubleshooting.

This systems has been tested according to ANSI/NSF below.

The concentration of the indicated substances concentration

ANSI/NSF less than or equal

42 and 53.

to the permissible

42 and 53 for reduction of the substances limit for water leaving the system, as specified listed in water entering the system was reduced to a in

Performance Data*

3ubstance

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I-urbidity

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Influent

Water

0.15 m,q/L

0.15 ma/L

25000 count/mL

11.8 NTU

0.00063

mu/L

0.0097

moiL

1.9 ma/L

286667 count/mL

291.6667

ua/L

Effluent

Averaue

0.001

m,q/L

0.002

malL lcount/mL

0.12

NTU

0.00005

malL

0.0002

me/L

0.09

ma/L

900 count/mL

45.45

ua/L

Average

%

Reduction

99.33%

98.66%

99.99%

98.98%

92.06%

97.93%

95.26%

99.68%

84.42%

Maximum

Effluent

0.001

m,q/L

0.003

me/L

3 count/mL

0.18 NTU

0.00005

mo/L

0.0006 ma/L

0.17 ma/L

2400 count/mL

100 ua/L

Min.

Required

Reduction

0.010

m,q/L

0.010

ma/L

> 99.95%

0.5 NTU

0.00001

mulL

0.003

ma/L

275%

285%

0.0017

ma/L inlet

DH

6.5

8.5

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NA

NA

NA

NA

NA

NA ksbestos

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458 MFLtmL O.16 MFL/mL 99.96% 0.16 MFL/mL 99% NA

Tested using a flow rate of 0.75 GPM (2.83

L/min.) and a maximum pressure of 120 psi (827 under standard laboratory conditions, however, actual performance may vary.

Health Claim

Performance tested and certified by NSF international kPa)

** Particle size range classification of test.

Particles used were 0.5 -1 microns.

California Certificate number 01-1486

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Amana Refrigerator Warranty

First Year

Amana will replace, free of charge, any part which is defective due to workmanship or materials.

Second through Fifth Year

Amana will replace free of charge, any sealed system component (compressor, condenser, evaporator, drier and interconnecting tubing) and repair any food compartment liner (exclusive of door liner) which is defective due to workmanship or materials.

Warranty Limitations

Begins at date of original purchase.

Excludes original and replacement water or air filter cartridges (if equipped with the filtration system).

Original and replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days, parts only, against defects of material or workmanship.

Service must be performed by an authorized Amana technician.

Damage due to shipping and handling is not covered by this warranty.

Warranty Is Void If

Repairs resulting from the following:

• Serial plate is defaced.

• Product is used on a commercial, rental, or leased basis.

• Product has defect or damage due to product accident, alteration, connection to an improper electrical supply, fire, flood, lightning, or other conditions beyond the control of Amana.

• Product is improperly installed or used.

Owner's Responsibility

Provide proof of purchase (sales receipt).

Provide normal care and maintenance. Replace owner replaceable items where directions appear in

Owner's Manual.

Make product reasonably accessible for service.

Pay premium service costs for service outside technician's normal business hours.

Pay for service calls related to product installation and usage.

Amana Appliances Factory Service

1-800-628-5782 inside USA

For more information,

Amana Appliances Consumer Services

Amana Appliances

2800 220th Trail

Amana, Iowa 52204

1-800-843-0304 inside USA

(3t9) 622-5511 worldwide www.amana.com

IN NO EVENT SHALLAMANA BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have others which vary from state to state.

For example, some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.

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Assistant Bot

Service

Important Notices for Consumers and Servicers

Refrigeration System

Temperature Controls

Defrost Timer System (some models)

Adaptive Defrost System (some models)

Component Testing

WARNING

Component Testing

Service Equipment

Drier Replacement

WARNING

Refrigerant Precautions

WARNING

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CAUTION

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Line Piercing Valves

Open Lines

Compressor Operational Test

Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System

Leak Testing

Restrictions

Evacuation and Charging

CAUTION

Refrigerant Charge

HFC134a Service Information

CAUTION

Replacement Service Compressor

Brazing

SUCTION LINE

FLANGE

INLET

HIGH

DRIER

CONDENSER

COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE

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SIDE BY SIDE

AIRFLOW DIAGRAM

FREEZER BACK

(AIR BAFFLE)

EVAPORATOR

FAN ASSEMBLY /

LARGE BEVERAGE CHILLER

AIR SUPPLY

(SOME MODELS)

BEVERAGE CHILLER

AIR SUPPLY

SOME MODELS)

REFRI GERATOR AI R

SUPPLY TUNNEL

TO FRESH FOOD

COMPARTMENT CONTROLS

AIR SUPPLY

(IN FOAM)

CONDENSER FAN

ASSEMBLY

DELl

AI R SUPPLY

CONDENSER

FREEZER BACK

(AIR BAFFLE)

EVAPORATOR

FAN ASSEMBLY

LARGE BEVERAGE CHILLER

AIR SUPPLY

(SOME MODELS)

EVAPORATOR _,

SMALL BEVERAGE CHILLER _!!

AIR SUPPLY i!!

(SOME MODELS) _!!

DELl

AIR SUPPLY

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CONDENSER

REFRIGERATOR AIR