General. Maytag MQU1556AEW, AFU2067BW, MQU1554AEW, AQU1525AEW, AFU1505BW, AFU1767BW, MQU2056ARW, AFU1567BW, AFU1705BW, AFU2005BW
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Care and Cleaning
!
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to freezer before cleaning. After cleaning, restore power.
!
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property damage, read and follow all cleaning product manufacturer's directions.
General
1. Wash surfaces with four tablespoons baking soda dissolved in one quart warm water and a soft, clean cloth.
2. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.
NOTE:
• Do not use the following items:
- abrasive or harsh cleaners, ammonia, chlorine bleach, etc.
- concentrated detergents or solvents
- metal scouring pads
These items can scratch, crack and discolor surfaces.
• Do not place shelves or accessories in dishwasher.
Odor Removal
1. Remove all food.
2. Wash all interior surfaces including door, floor and walls according to "General" instructions. Pay special attention to corners, crevices and grooves. Include all accessories, shelves and gaskets.
3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4. Wrap foods in tightly sealed wrap or containers to prevent further odor. After 24 hours, check if odor was eliminated.
If odor was not eliminated, do the following:
1. Complete procedures in steps 1–3 above.
2. Pack freezer with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper.
3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly throughout newspaper.
4. Close door and let stand 24–48 hours.
5. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers.
Wash all interior surfaces including door, floor and walls according to "General" instructions. Pay special attention to corners, crevices and grooves. Include all accessories, shelves and gaskets.
6. Wrap foods in tightly sealed wrap or containers to prevent further odor. After 24 hours, check if odor was eliminated.
Adhesives
Remove glue residue by dabbing toothpaste over adhesive. Rub toothpaste into adhesive with fingers until adhesive loosens. Rinse surface with warm water. Dry surface with a soft, clean cloth.
Door Gaskets
1. Clean door gaskets every three months or more frequently if necessary.
2. Rinse and dry gaskets thoroughly.
3. Apply a light film of petroleum jelly on cabinet hinge side to keep gaskets pliable.
10 16023585 ©2004 Maytag Services
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Table of contents
- 2 Important Information
- 4 Model Identification
- 5 Unpacking
- 5 General
- 5 Location
- 5 Electrical Connection
- 6 Door Handle
- 6 Leveling
- 6 Test After Installation
- 7 Electrical Requirements
- 7 Proper Disposal of your Freezer
- 7 Model Identification
- 8 Setting Controls
- 8 Temperature Control
- 9 Features
- 9 Reversible Rack (some models)
- 9 Freezing Guide
- 10 General
- 10 Adhesives
- 10 Door Gaskets
- 10 Odor Removal
- 11 Defrosting
- 11 Light Bulb (some models)
- 12 Energy Tips
- 12 Vacation Tips
- 12 Normal Operating Sounds
- 12 Before Calling For Service
- 13 Operating Sounds
- 14 Refrigeration System Test Procedures
- 15 Testing Main Condenser
- 16 Testing for Leaks
- 16 Electrical System
- 16 Compressor Electrical Tests
- 16 Testing Compressor Direct
- 17 Capacitor
- 17 Overload Protector
- 17 Testing Overload Protector
- 18 PTC Relay
- 18 Testing PTC Relay
- 18 Interior Light and Switch
- 18 Checking Control Operation
- 19 Temperature Control
- 19 Defrost Timer
- 20 Checking Timer
- 20 No-Defrosting Models
- 21 Freezer Fan No-Defrosting Models
- 21 Testing Freezer Fan Motor
- 22 Performance Data
- 23 Troubleshooting
- 26 Replacing Drier
- 26 Replacing Compressor
- 27 Refrigerated Shelf Model
- 28 No-Defrosting Models
- 29 Refrigerated Shelf Models
- 30 Replacing Freezer Coil No-Defrosting Models
- 31 Replacing Light Switch
- 31 Replacing Control
- 32 Replacing Heater
- 32 Replacing Freezer Fan Motor
- 33 Cabinet Door Assembly
- 34 Door Handle
- 34 Door Lock Assembly
- 35 Removing Door Lock Assembly
- 35 Cabinet Door Alignment
- 35 Checking Gasket Seal
- 35 Improving Gasket Seal
- 35 Hinge Adjustments
- 36 Cabinet Assembly
- 37 System Operation
- 38 Checking Operating Pressures
- 39 Operational Testing
- 39 Service Hints
- 40 Refrigeration System Complaints
- 41 Refrigerant Leaks
- 42 Evacuation and Charging Procedures
- 43 HFC134a Service Information
- 43 Health, Safety, and Handling
- 44 Service Equipment
- 44 Drier Replacement
- 45 Replacement HFC134a Service Compressor
- 45 Refrigerant Charge
- 45 Leak Testing
- 45 Evacuation and Charging
- 47 Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System
- 47 Brazing
- 47 Refrigerant Precautions
- 47 Open Lines
- 48 Line Piercing Valves
- 48 Altitude Adjustment
- 49 Cabinet Shell
- 49 Cabinet Liner (Food)
- 49 Drain System
- 50 Wiring Diagram and Schematic