Amana ABD2233DEQ User manual

Foral No. A/01/06 Pa_ No. 12828158
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Refri Freezer
Important Safety Instructions ............... 1=2
Installation ............................... 3=9
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Temperature Controls .................... 10=11
Fresh Food Features ..................... 12-14
Freezer Features ........................... 15
Ice and Water ........................... 16-17
Water Filter ............................. 17-19
Food Storage Tips ....................... 20=22
Care and Cleaning ...................... 23=26
Operating Sounds .......................... 27
Troubleshooting ........................ 28=30
Warranty & Service ......................... 31
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien ............. 32
Guia de uso ycuidado ...................... 64
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ImportentSefetyinstructions
Installer: Please leave this guide with thB apphance.
Consumer: Please read and keep this Use and
Care Guide for future reference; mtprovides the
proper use and maintenance reformation.
Keep sales receipt and/or canceled check as proof
of purchase.
Call: 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A.
1-800-688-2002 Canada
1-800-688-2080 (U.S. TTY for hearing or
speech impaired)
(Mon.-Fn., 8 am-8 pm Eastern THee)
Have complete model and senal number
identification of your refrngerator. This is located on a
data plate reside the fresh food compartment, on the
upper right s_de. Record these numbers below for
easy access.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
In our continuing effort to improve the quahty and
performance of our apphances, it may be necessary
to make changes to the apphance without rewsmg
this guide.
What You Need to Know About
Safety Instructions
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearulg ul
this guide are not meant to cover all possible
cond=tions and situations that may occur. Conlmon
sense, caLitlon and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining or operating apphance.
Always contact the manufacturer about problems or
conditions you do not understand.
To reduce risk of injury or death, foflow basic
precautions, including the following:
Important: Child entrapment and suffocation are
no_ problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators are still dangerous - even mfthey s_t out
for "just a few days." If you are getting nd of your old
refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old
refrigerator or freezer:
,Take off the doors.
•Leave the shelves m place so
children may not easily chmb
reside.
This apphance is eqLnpped with a three-prong
grounding plug for your protection against possible
electncal shock hazards. It must be plugged into a
grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong
wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal
responsibihty and obhgation of the customer to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall
receptacle. Do not under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug.
Power supply cord with
three-prong grounding plug
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,
Labels
DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result
in severe personal Injury or death.
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result m severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
result m minor personal injury or property damage.
Grounding type
wall receptacle

ImportentSefetyinstructions
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or 13. Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical
death when using your refrigerator, follow these basic supply before attempting any service. Disconnect
precautions, including tile following: power cord by grasping the plug, not tile cord.
1. Read all instructions before using tile refngerator. 14.
2. Observe all local codes and ordinances.
3. Be sure to follow grounding instructions.
4. Check with a qualified electnclan mfyou are not
sure thB apphance _sproperly grounded. 15.
5. Do not ground to a gas hne.
6. Do not ground to a cold-water p_pe.
7. Refngerator _sdesigned to operate on a separate
115 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle hne. 16.
8. Do not modify plug on power cord. If plug does 17.
not fit electrical outlet, have proper outlet installed
by a quahfled electrician.
9. Do not use a two-prong adapter, extension cord 18.
or power strip.
10. Do not remove warning tag from power cord. 19.
11. Do not tamper w_th refrigerator controls.
12. Do not serwce or replace any part of refrigerator 20.
unless spec#lcally recommended m Use & Care
Guide or pubhshed user-repmr instructions. Do
not attempt serwce _finstructions are not
understood or _fthey are beyond personal skill
level.
Install refngerator according to Installation
Instruct,ons. All connections for water, electncal
power and grounding must comply with local
codes and be made by hcensed personnel when
requmred.
Keep your refngerator in good condition. Bumping
or dropping refrigerator can damage refngerator
or cause refngerator to malfunctnon or leak. If
damage occurs, have refrigerator checked by
quahfled service techmclan.
Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
Always read and follow manufacturer's storage
and mdealenwronment instructions for _tems being
stored m refrigerator.
Your refrigerator should not be operated In tile
presence of exploswe fumes.
Children should not chmb, hang or stand on any
part of the refrigerator.
Clean up spills or water leakage associated with
water installation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment.
Remove and discard shelf packaging and tape. Do not
remove the serial plate.
Location
•Do not install refrigerator near oven, radiator or other
heat source. If not possible, shield refrigerator with
cabinet material.
Do not install where temperature falls below 55° F
(13° C) or rises above 110° F (43° C). Malfunction
may occur at this temperature.
• Refrigerator is designed for indoor household
application only.
Measuring the Opening
When installing your refrigerator, measure carefully.
Allow '/2"space at top and '/Z space behind the
machine compartment cover (located in the rea0 for
proper air circulation.
Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood
floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller than
anticipated.
Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling
procedure under Leveling.
Important: If refrigerator is to be installed into a
recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely
covered, use dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap
to verify proper clearance.
Transporting Your Refrigerator
•NEVER transport refrigerator on its side. If an
upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator on its
back. Allow refrigerator to sit upright for
approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in to
assure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging the
refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to
internal parts.
Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator.
ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or
back-NEVER from its front.
Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport
by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding
between the refrigerator and dolly.
•Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or
bungee cords. Thread straps through handles when
possible. Do not over-tighten. Over-tightening
restraints may dent or damage outside finish.
Leveling
To enhance the appearance and maintain performance,
the refrigerator should be level.
NOte-" Complete any required door reversal, panel
installation and/or a water supply connection, before
leveling.
Materials Needed
•3/8"hex head driver
•Carpenter's level
1. Remove toe grille.
•Grasp firmly and pull outward
to unclip.
2. Remove bottom bracket cover(s).
•Place the eraser end of a pencil or similar blunt
tool in the cover notch.
Notch
Location
•Use slight pressure to pry the
cover loose.
Continue to maintain
downward pressure to the
notched side of the cover while
swinging it off.

3. Usinghexheaddriver,turnthefrontadjustment
screws(A)oneachsideto raiseorlowerthefront
oftherefrigerator.
Door and Drawer Removal
Some installations require door/drawer removal to
transport the refrigerator to its final location.
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i Note-" Some models only have adjustment screws
,:A:,
4. Select models also have rear adjustment screws
(B). Using the hex head driver, turn each of these
adjustment screws (B) to raise or lower the rear of
the refrigerator.
5. Using the carpenter's level, make sure front of
refrigerator is Y4"(6 ram) or '/zbubble higher than
back of refrigerator and that the refrigerator is level
from side to side.
6. Turn stabilizing legs (C) clockwise until firmly
against floor.
7. Freezer drawer models only: Turn adjustment
screws (A) counterclockwise to allow the full
weight of the refrigerator to rest on the stabilizing
legs.
8. Replace bracket cover(s).
• Position cover into the outer edge of the hinge.
•Swing the cover toward the cabinet and snap it
into place.
9. Replace the toe grille.
i Note." For proper reinstallation, follow the "top"marking on the interior of the toe grille.
• Align the toe grille mounting clips with the lower
cabinet slots.
• Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into place.
1. Unplug power cord from power source.
2. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket
cover(s) (see page 3).
3. Remove top hinge cover from
refrigerator door by removing Phillips
screw and retain screw and cover for
later use.
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6.
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Unscrew -_,6"hex head screws from
top hinge to remove hinge and retain
all screws for later use.
Lift refrigerator door from center
hinge pin.
For swing freezer door models
only: Hold freezer door while
removing hinge pin with a t,6" hex
head driver. Remove door from
bottom hinge and retain hinge pin
for later use.
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For pullout freezer drawer models
only: Remove plastic sleeve, if l
Remove center hinge pin with a ?,_"hex"
head driver. Retain hinge pin and
plastic sleeve for later use.
Remove Phillips screws to remove
center hinge and retain all screws for
later use.
Remove bottom hinge or stabilizing
bracket with -7_"hex head driver and
retain screws for later use. Lift out
bottom hinge pin (on freezer door
models).
If your model has a pullout freezer drawer, see
page 5 for drawer removal instructions.

To Install:
1. Pull both rails out to full
extension.
2. While supporting door front,
hook supports into tabs
located on inside of rail.
3. Lower door front into
final position.
To Remove:
1. Pull drawer open to full extension.
2. Pull upper basket out to full extension and lift out
to remove.
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4.
Lift lower basket straight up and out to remove.
On each side rail is a
basket cradle with two snap
attachments. To release
each cradle, unlatch the
snaps by pushing them
inward, away from the side
rail system. Lift the cradles
off of the rails.
5. Remove Phillips screw
from each side of rail
system (select models).
6. Lift top of drawer front
to unhook supports
from rail system. Lift
door front out to
rein ove.
.Replace and tighten Phillips screws that were
removed from each side of rail system (select
models:).
Place the basket cradles back onto the side rails.
Align snaps with the slots on the side rails and
press each snap towards the rail until it clicks.
With rails pulled out to full extension, set the
basket straight down into the basket cradles.
Basket cradle
7. Slide upper basket into freezer. Make sure that rear
of basket hooks behind rail catch. f

Reinstallation of the Doors
1. install hinge assemblies:
•install top hinge loosely with %" hex head
sorews.
• install center hinge with Phillips screws.
•Freezer door models: install bottom hinge with
3/8"hex head screws.
2. Freezer door models: insert bottom
hinge pin.
• Locate bottom hinge hole closest to
outside edge of cabinet, and insert
bottom hinge pin. Replace any door
shims, if present.
3. Freezer door models: Place hinge
side of freezer door on bottom hinge
pin and hold freezer door upright
while installing center hinge pin with
_/,6"hex head driver.
• Replace plastic sleeve.
• Replace any applicable door shims.
• Make sure the hinge pin is installed tightly.
4. Place hinge side of refrigerator
door on center hinge pin.
5. While holding refrigerator door
upright, tighten down top hinge
with _/,6"hex head driver and
replace hinge cover.
Door Reversal
In some installations, reversing the door swing allows
for more convenient access to stored items. Both
doors can be reversed on freezer door models and the
fresh food door is reversible on freezer drawer models.
1. Remove door(s) (see page 4).
2. Transfer cabinet plugs and cabinet
screws to opposite side of cabinet.
• Remove cabinet plugs with flat
blade of screwdriver tip wrapped
in masking tape.
• Remove center mullion screws
with _/,;' hex head screwdriver.
•Freezer door models: Remove
bottom mullion screws with 3/8"hex head driver.
3. Transfer door stops from bottom edge of fresh food
door and freezer door, if applicable, to opposite
side of door edge.
• Use a Phillips screwdriver
for removal and installation.
4. install handles (see pages 6,
7 or 8).
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5. Reinstall the door(s).
Handles
If not installed, the handle is located in the interior of
the fresh food section or attached to the back of your
refrigerator.
Remove and discard handle packaging and tape.
Handle design varies from refrigerator to refrigerator.
Please reference the appropriate instructions for your
model below.
Fresh Food Handles
Standard Front Mount Handle
Materials Needed
•Phillips screwdriver
•_/,_"hex head driver
To Install:
1. Remove '/4"hex head screws from
door face with hex head driver, and
Phillips screw from top of door.
• If reversing door, remove door
plugs from opposite side of door
and insert in screw holes.
2. Align handle holes with screw holes on t 1
door face and secure with two door face
screws from step 1.

3. Locatehandletrimin literaturepackand
installovertopandbottomof handle,as
illustrated.
*Secure top handle trim with remaining
screw removed in step 1.
Snap bottom trim over bottom portion
of handle.
To Remove:
1. Remove top handle trim by removing
top handle screw.
•Retain trim and screw for later
replacement.
2. Pry bottom handle trim from handle with
screwdriver flat blade wrapped in
masking tape.
• Retain trim for later replacement.
3. Remove two hex head screws.
*Retain screws for later replacement.
Side Mount Handle
Materials Needed
*Phillips screwdriver
To Install:
1. Remove screws from the side of the
doon
2. Align the side mount handle with the
predrilled holes in the door panel.
3. insert the screws in the sequence as
shown.
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Lower
Handle
4. Ensure the door handle is snug to the
door panel.
To Remove:
Reverse installation procedure.
Freezer Handles
Partial-Width Handle
Materials Needed
*Phillips screwdriver
To Install:
1. Install handle by fastening with
screws removed from edge of door.
If reversing freezer door, remove
door plugs from top edge of door
and insert into screw holes.
To Remove:
1. Remove handle screws with Phillips
screwdriver and retain screws for
later use.
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Front Mount Freezer Handle
Materials Needed
Gloves to protect hands.
Phillips screwdriver.
•Plastic handle removal card (or '_2"thick plastic
card:). Retain the card.
Notes:
There is a slight curve to
this style of freezer
handle.
,, For proper installation, be
sure handle is oriented as
shown.
To install:
1. Align door handle clips slightly to the left of the
tabs attached to the freezer door.
2. Rotate the handle so the left base is flat against
the door.
Handle Door

3. Pushthelefthandle
baseagainsttheleft
doortabandslightly ......
totheright,just
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hangunsupported.
4.Whilefirmlysupportingthelefthandlebaseagainst
thedoor,aligntherightbaseofthehandlewiththe
righttabsthatareattachedtothedoor.
5. Now,whilefirmlyholdingthehandleattheleftand
rightbases,gentlyslidethe handletowardsthe
rightuntiltherightbasesettlesin.Thehandle
shouldnowbeflatagainstthefaceofthefreezer
doorat boththeleftandrightbases.
6.Withhandsstillfirmlykeepingthehandleflat
againstthefreezerdoor,youmayhavetoreverse
directionsmomentarilyto assureclip/tab
engagement.Thenfirmlyslidethehandletothe
rightuntilit clicks.Theaudible"click"indicates
thatthefasteningclipsaresecurelyinterlocked.
To Remove:
1. At the right end, flex the handle base away from
the surface of the freezer drawer. Simultaneously
slide the door handle removal card that came with
your refrigerator under the right side base of the
handle. Slide the card to the line indication or until
it stops, which will be approximately 1'/_".
2. With both hands, firmly grasp the handle towards
the right base.
3. Slide toward the left, lift and remove from the
surface.

Connecting the Water Supply
Cselect models)
To reduce the risk of injury or death, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before installing ice maker.
,Do not attempt installation _finstructions are not
understood or if they are beyond personal skill
level.
° Observe all local codes and ordinances.
Do not service racemaker unless specifically
recommended m Use & Care Grade or pubhslled
user-repaw instructions.
Disconnect power to refrigerator before mstalhng
ice maker.
+ Water damage due to an u_proper water
connecbon may cause mold/mildew growth.
Clean up spills or leakage uamedlately.
To avoid property damage or possible injury,
follow basic precautions, including tile
following:
°Consult a plumber to connect , O.D. copper
tubing to household plumbing to assure
comphance with local codes and ordinances.
+ Confirm water pressure to water valve _sbetween
35 and 100 pounds per square inch.
+ Do not use a self-piercing, or -1,+"saddle valve.
Both reduce water flow can become clogged over
tulle, and may cause leaks if repaw is attempted.
+ Tmghten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.
FmBh bghtenmg nuts with phers and wrenches.
Do not overt_ghten.
+Wmt 2-3 hours before placing refrigerator into final
potation to check and correct any water leaks.
Reclleck for leaks after 24 hours.
+ Verify tile copper tubing under the sleeve is
smooth and free from defects. Do not reuse an old
sleeve.
Materials Needed
+'2' outer diameter flexible copper tubing
+Shut-off valve (requwes a L" hole to be drilled into
water supply line before valve attachment)
+Adjustable wrench
+_" hex nLIt driver
Note: Add 8' to tubing length needed to reach
water supply for creation of service loop.
1. Create service loop with copper
tubing (mulimum 2+diameter).
Avoid kinks m the copper tubing
when bending it into a seMce
loop.
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Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet _
port. olluo .
3. Place brass nut (A) and sleeve (B) A B
on copper tube end as illustrated.
Important: Do not use an old
sleeve.
4. Place end of copper tubing into water
valve inlet port. Shape tubing shghtly. Do
not kink - so that tubing feeds straight
into inlet port.
5. Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw nut
into inlet port. Tighten nut with wrench.
Important: Do not over-tighten. Cross
threading may occur.
.Pull oil tubing to confirm connection is
secure. Connect tubing to frame with
water tubing clamp (C) and turn oil
water supply. Check for leaks and
correct if necessary. Continue to
observe the water supply connection
for two to three hours prior to moving
the refrigerator to _ts permanent
location.
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7. Monitor water connection for 24 hours. Correct
leaks, if necessary.