Amana ATX 518 VW User manual

Service
Refer to Technical Information for
values and wiring schematics.
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 unqualified person. RS5280001
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September2001
“V” Model International
Top Mount Refrigerators
Models and manufacturing
numbersinthismanual
ATX518VW P1322503WW
HT600W P1322901WW
TR521VW P1322601WW
TR525VW P1322701WW
TW518VW P1322501WW
TX518VW P1322502WW

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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
!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.
Amana will not be responsible for any injury or property damage from improper service procedures. If preforming
service on your own product, assume responsibility for any personal injury or propertydamage which may result.
Tolocateanauthorizedservicer,pleaseconsultyour telephone bookorthedealerfromwhomyoupurchased this
product. For further assistance, please contact:
CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT. OR 1-319-622-5511 or (1-800-843-0304)
AMANA REFRIGERATION, INC. CALL and ask for
AMANA, IOWA 52204 Consumer Affairs
If outside the United States contact:
AMANA
ATTN: CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT.
AMANA, IOWA 52204, USA
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: 001(319)622-2180
TELEX: 4330076 AMANA
CABLE: "AMANA", AMANA, IOWA, USA
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels
DANGER
!
DANGER—Immediate hazards whichWILL result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
!
WARNING—Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
!
CAUTION—Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property
damage.
Important Information
CAUTION
!

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Table of Contents
Important Information ................................................. 2
Owner’s Manual
Installation Instructions .......................................... 6
Controls ................................................................ 9
Fresh Food Features........................................... 10
Deepfreeze®Features ........................................ 13
Automatic Ice Maker ........................................... 13
Care and Cleaning .............................................. 15
Normal Operating Sounds ................................... 17
Before Calling For Service................................... 17
Troubleshooting Chart ............................................... 19
System Diagnosis
Pressure and Temperature Relationship Chart..... 22
Component Testing ................................................... 23
Service Procedures
ServiceEquipment .............................................. 29
Drier Replacement .............................................. 29
Refrigerant Precautions....................................... 30
Line Piercing Valves ............................................ 30
Open Lines ......................................................... 30
Compressor Operational Test .............................. 30
Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System............ 31
Leak Testing ....................................................... 31
Testing Systems Containing a
Refrigerant Charge.......................................... 31
Testing Systems Containing
No Refrigerant Charge .................................... 31
Restrictions......................................................... 32
Symptoms........................................................... 32
Testing for Restrictions ........................................ 32
Evacuation and Charging .................................... 33
Evacuation .......................................................... 33
Charging ............................................................. 34
Refrigerant Charge.............................................. 34
HFC134a Service Information ............................. 35
Health, Safety, and Handling ............................... 35
Comparison of CFC12 and HFC134a Properties .35
Replacement Service Compressor ...................... 36
Compressor Testing Procedures ......................... 36
Brazing ............................................................... 36
Checking Electric Heater Assembly ..................... 36
RefrigerantFlow Diagram.................................... 37
Air Flow Diagram ................................................ 38
TypicalExternal Sweat Pattern ............................ 39
Disassembly
Doors.................................................................. 40
Freezer and Refrigerator Doors ........................... 40
Door stops .......................................................... 40
Door Handles...................................................... 40
Door Gasket ....................................................... 40
Inner Door........................................................... 40
Cabinet Components .......................................... 40
Refrigerator Control Housing ............................... 40
RefrigeratorDamper Control ............................... 40
FreezerTemperature Control............................... 40
DefrostTimer....................................................... 40
Moisture Control Heater Switch ............................ 41
Refrigerator Light Switch ...................................... 41
CenterMullion ..................................................... 41
Light Lens and Light Bulbs................................... 41
RefrigeratorLightSocket...................................... 41
FreezerWire Shelfand ShelfRetainers ................ 41
FreezerBasket Slide Retainer.............................. 41
FreezerLight Reflector and Socket....................... 41
Evaporator ........................................................... 41
Freezer Back Panels (Top and Bottom) ................ 41
Drain Block ......................................................... 41
DefrostThermostat .............................................. 41
EvaporatorDefrostHeater .................................... 42
Evaporator ........................................................... 42
EvaporatorFanMotor........................................... 42
EvaporatorFanBlade........................................... 42
DrainHeatTransferClip ....................................... 42
Cantilever Ladders(708Litre models only)........... 42
FrontRollerAssembly.......................................... 43
RearRollerAssembly .......................................... 43
Water Valve ......................................................... 43
MachineCompartment......................................... 43
Condensate Drain Pan ......................................... 43
Compressor Run Capacitor
(Fan Shroud Mounted) .................................... 44
Compressor Run Capacitor
(Control Housing Mounted).............................. 44
Overloadand Relay............................................. 44
Condenser Fan Blade ......................................... 44
Condenser Fan Motor ......................................... 44
Compressor ........................................................ 44
Condenser .......................................................... 45
Ice Maker
Operation............................................................ 46
Specifications...................................................... 46
Testing Procedures ............................................. 46
Shunt Connection................................................ 47
Disassembly Procedures..................................... 47
Cover.................................................................. 47
Module, Motor, and Support Assembly................. 47
Shut-OffArm....................................................... 47
Module and Heater Assembly.............................. 47
Fill Cup ............................................................... 48
Ejector Blades or Stripper.................................... 48
Accessing Control box......................................... 48
WaterFill Adjustment .......................................... 49
Water Problems .................................................. 49
Temperature Problems ........................................ 49
Servicing Thermostat .......................................... 50
Servicing Wire Harness....................................... 50
Dual Water Valve ................................................ 50
Wiring Harness.................................................... 50
IceMaker Troubleshooting Chart .......................... 51

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Kit Instructions
DT17,DT18 and DT19 Kits ................................... 55
DT14AndDT151/4”
TopFreezer Refrigerator TrimKit ...................... 57
TDMK14AndTDMK15
TopFreezer Refrigerator TrimKits .................... 63

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To avoid the risk of electric shock, property damage,
personal injury or death:
When installing an earthed appliance in a home not
having a three wire earthed receptacle, under no
conditions is the earthing prong to be cut off or
removed. It is the personal responsibility of
customer to contact a qualified electrician and have
a properly earthed, three prong wall receptacle
installed in accordance with appropriate electrical
codes.
Servicing of Earthed Appliances
Thestandardacceptedcolorcodingforearthwiresis
greenorgreenwithyellowstripe. Theseearthleadsare
notto be used ascurrent carrying conductors. It is
extremelyimportanttheservicerreplaceanyandall
earthspriortocompletionoftheservicecall. Underno
conditionshouldanearthwirebeleftoffcausinga
potentialhazardtotheservicerandthecustomer.
Power Cord Electrical Rating 250 V./16A.
Service
Keep a copy of sales receipt for future reference or in
case warranty service is required. Any questions or to
locate an authorized servicer, call 1-800-NAT-LSVC
(1-800-628-5782) inside U.S.A. 319-622-5511 outside
U.S.A. Warranty service must be performed by an
authorized servicer. Amana, also recommends
contacting an authorized servicer if service is required
after warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories
Purchase replacement parts and additional accessories
(e.g. refrigerator shelves) over the phone. To order
accessoriesfor yourAmana product. Refer to yourlocal
distributor.
Proper Disposal of your
Refrigerator
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators
are still dangerous—even if they sit for “just a few days”.
If you are getting rid 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 in place so children may not easily
climb inside.

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Installation Instructions
Properinstallation will ensure that this refrigerator
operates most efficiently. Amana cannot be responsible
forimproper installation.
Space Requirements
WARNING
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can
result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.
•To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow
a 1" (2.5 cm) space at the top of your refrigerator.
•If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you
allow extra space at the back for the water line
connection. The refrigerator can be flush with the back
wall if you do not have an ice maker installed.
•If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed
wall, leave 21/2" (6.5 cm) minimum on each side
(depending on your model) to allow the door to swing
open 90°.
NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven,
radiator, or other heat source, nor in a location where the
temperature will fall below 55°F (13° C).
Leveling Refrigerator
CAUTION
To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other
flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective
material when moving refrigerator. Make sure
stabilizing leg is raised before moving refrigerator.
Raise stabilizing leg by turning counterclockwise.
Some installations may require door reversal to achieve
full door swing. If so proceed to Door Reversal section
before leveling your refrigerator.
If your refrigerator requires ice maker water supply
connection, proceed to Connect Ice Maker Water Supply
section before leveling your refrigerator.
1. Plugin power cord.
2. Moverefrigeratorintofinallocation.
3. Levelrefrigeratorusing alevel placedon top ofthe
refrigerator.
•Removetoegrille.Removebottomhingecoverif
refrigeratorhasastabilizingleg.
•Turn hexheadrolleradjustmentscrewstoraiseor
lowerrefrigeratorcabinet.Frontofrefrigeratormust
be1/4"(6mm),or1/2bubbleonyourlevel,higher
thanthebackofrefrigerator.
•Makesurerefrigeratorcabinetislevelfromsideto
sideby adjusting leftand right rolleradjustment
screw.Turn stabilizing leg (somemodels)
clockwiseuntilfirmlyagainstfloor.
A
B
C
A. Roller adjustment screw B. Stabilizing leg (some models)
C. Bottom hinge cover
Leveling refrigerator
Door Reversal
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before removing doors. After replacing
doors, connect power.
Tools Required
Puttyknife (blade covered with maskingtape)
Hexnut drivers
Phillipsscrewdriver
Blade screwdriver
Some installations require door reversal to achieve full
door swing. To reverse door swing perform the following
steps:
1. Removeandreverserefrigeratorandfreezer
handlesperformingthefollowingsteps:
IMPORTANT:To prevent scratching refrigerator
surfaces, blade of screwdriver and putty knife called for
in steps following must be covered with masking tape.
•Remove end caps from top (some models) and
bottom of refrigerator door handle using a
screwdriver with blade covered in masking tape
(see illustration following). Remove one bottom
and two top handle screws to remove handle.

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C
B
A
or
A. End cap B. Handle screws
C. End Caps
Handle removal
•Remove end cap from top of freezer handle using
a screwdriver with the blade covered with masking
tape. Remove one top and two bottom mounting
screws.
2. Removetophingecover.Tophingecover snaps
off.Remove top hinge and shim using hex nut
driver.
3. Liftfreezerdoor offcenter hinge.
4. Liftdoorclosureoffcenterhingepin. Remove
centerhingepinwithhexnutdriver.
5. Removerefrigeratordoorbyliftingoffbottomhinge.
6. Removecenterhingebracketandshimusing
Phillipsscrewdriver.
7. Removetoegrilleandbottomhingecover.Both
snapoff.
8. Remove bottom hinge and shim using hex nut
driver.
A
J
F
D
E
C
I
G
H
B
A. 5/16" screws B. Door closure
C. 5/16” hex nut D. Center hinge pin
E. Center hinge bracket F. Phillips screws
G. 3/8” screws H. Bottom hinge
I. Center hinge J. Top hinge
Hinges
9. Reversedoors by performing the followingsteps:
•Replace bottom hinge and shim on opposite side
of cabinet.
•Remove button plugs from center mullion. Place
button plugs in holes left when center hinge
bracket was removed. Rotate center hinge
bracket 180° and install center hinge bracket on
opposite side of cabinet with hinge screws. Reuse
plastic hinge pin washers.
•Remove door stop from refrigerator and freezer
doors with a Phillips screwdriver. Install door stop
on opposite side of door.
A
A. Door stop
Door stop
•Place refrigerator door on bottom hinge. Install
center hinge pin in center hinge bracket. Place
door closure on center hinge pin.
•Remove button plugs from top of refrigerator
cabinet. Replace button plugs in holes left when
top hinge was removed. Remove hinge hole cover
from freezer door. Replace on opposite side of
freezer door.

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•Place freezer door on center hinge and door
closure. Install top hinge and shims on opposite
side of cabinet using hex nut driver. Snap hinge
cover in place on hinge.
•Use a penny at top to space door 3/4" (19 mm)
from cabinet. Make sure handle side of door is
1/8" (3 mm) higher than hinge side of door before
tightening top hinge screws.
1/8" (3 mm)
3/4" (19 mm)
Door spacing
10. Removebuttonplugsfrom sideofrefrigerator and
freezer doors using a putty knife with the blade
coveredinmaskingtape.
A
B
A. Remove button plugs B. Install button plugs here
Button Plugs
11. Mountfreezer handle on opposite sideof
refrigeratordoorusingmountingscrews previously
removed.Snapend cap(s)into place.
12.Mountrefrigerator handleon oppositesideof
freezerdoorusing mountingscrews previously
removed.Snapend cap(s)into place.
13. Replacebutton plugs in empty side mounting
holes on refrigerator doors.
14. Proceed toLeveling Refrigerator procedures for
finalplacementofrefrigerator.
CAUTION
To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other
flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective
materials when moving refrigerator. Make sure
stabilizing leg is raised before moving refrigerator.
Raise stabilizing leg by turning counterclockwise.
CAUTION
Observe the following to avoid property damage:
•Confirmwater pressure to water valve is between
1.37and6.89 bar.
•Copper supply tubing must be routed where the
temperature is 55°F (13°C) or higher to prevent
freeze-ups.
•Start adaptor fitting and nuts by hand to avoid cross
threading. Tighten adaptor fitting and nuts with
pliers and wrenches. Do not overtighten.
•Check for water leaks and correct if necessary
before returning refrigerator to normal location, and
24 hours after connecting.
Important
•Before connecting water supply, contact a plumber to
connect copper tubing to household plumbing in
compliance with local codes and ordinances.
•DONOT use self-piercing type saddle valves! Both
reducewaterflow, develop sedimentbuild-up more
rapidly, and may cause leaks if repair is attempted.
Thecorrect type of shut-offvalve requires a holeto be
drilled on top or side (not bottom of horizontal pipe) of
water supply pipe prior to valve attachment.
Materials Required
1/4" O.D. (6 mm) flexible copper tubing. Length of copper
tubing must reach from water supply connection to water
valve inlet port on back of refrigerator plus an additional
8 ft. (2 m) of tubing for a service loop. A service loop will
allow refrigerator to be pulled away from the wall without
disconnecting tubing.

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Procedure
1. Removeplasticcapfromwatervalveinletport.
B
A
A. Water valve inlet port B. Plastic cap
Cap removal
2. Place brass nut and brass sleeve on copper tubing
(Brassnut and sleeveare found inliterature
packet).Insertcoppertubingintowatervalveinlet
port. Connect brass nut on copper tubing to water
valveinletport. Startconnectionby handthenuse
a 1/2" (13 mm) open end wrench. Make sure copper
tubingis secureby pullingon coppertubing.
A
B
C
D
E
A. “P” clamp B. Copper Tubing
C. Brass sleeve D. Brass nut
E. Water valve inlet port
Connect ice maker water supply line
3. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for
leaks.Correct anyleaks atconnection. Becareful
nottoovertightenconnection.
4. Createa serviceloop using extreme care toavoid
kinks.Secure copper tubing to refrigeratorcabinet
witha “P” clamp.
5. Proceed toLeveling Refrigerator forfinal
refrigeratorplacement.
6. Review Installation Checklist in Owner’s Manual
withconsumer.
Controls
This refrigerator operates at household temperatures of
55° to 110°F (13° to 43°C).
Fresh Food and Deepfreeze®Controls
Fresh Food and Deepfreeze®controls are located on
center divider between Fresh Food and Deepfreeze®
sections.
When Deepfreeze®control is set toOFF, neither Fresh
Food nor Deepfreeze®sections will cool. Initially, set
both controls to 4. Wait 24 hours for Fresh Food and
Deepfreeze®sections to reach desired temperatures.
After 24 hours, adjust controls, one number at a time, as
desired. 1 is warmest setting and 7 is coldest.
Setting Controls
Set controls precisely with a household thermometer that
includes temperatures between -5° to 50°F
(-21° to 10°C).
Put thermometer snugly between frozen packages in
Deepfreeze®section. Wait 5-8 hours. If Deepfreeze®
temperature is not 0° to 2°F (-17° to -16°C), adjust
control, 1 number at a time. Check again after 5-8 hours.
Put thermometer in a glass of water in middle of Fresh
Food section. Wait 5-8 hours. If Fresh Food temperature
is not 38° to 40°F (3° to 4°C), adjust control, 1 number at
a time. Check again after 5-8 hours.
Exterior Moisture Control
Exterior Moisture Control is located on center divider
between Fresh Food and Deepfreeze®sections.
In humid conditions, refrigerators form condensation
around doors. Special heaters in refrigerator cabinet
minimize condensation.
Humidity depends on location of refrigerator. Set control
to ON if refrigerator is in a humid area or whenever
moisture is evident around doors. Set control toOFF if
refrigerator is in a less humid area. Setting can be
adjusted as conditions change.
High quality steel is used in this refrigerator. However,
constant exposure to moisture may cause refrigerator
cabinet to rust. Set control toON anytime condensation
forms on refrigerator cabinet.

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Fresh Food Features
Caution
To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure
before placing items on shelf.
Fresh Food Shelves
Models feature either glass or wire shelves. Shelves
adjust to meet individual storage needs. Some models
feature Spillsaver™shelves. Spillsaver™shelveshold
simple spills for easier cleaning.
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle
tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden
temperature change.
•Remove shelves by lifting front, releasing hooks
from metal track then pulling out.
•Replace shelves by inserting hooks into metal track
and lowering front.
Spillsaver™ shelf
EasyGlide™shelves pull forward for easy access of items
in back.
EasyGlide™ shelf
Chiller Fresh™System (Some models)
Chiller Fresh™system features a drawer inside a sleeve.
Air circulates between drawer and sleeve. This system
keeps food fresh longer and up to 5°F (3°C) colder than
Fresh Food temperature.
Chiller Fresh™control is located below front shelf trim.
Control adjusts amount of air circulating around drawer.
Slide control to cold for normal Fresh Food temperature
and to coldest for colder temperature. Ice crystals may
form on drawer or food on coldest setting. Cold air can
decrease Fresh Food temperature. Fresh Food control
may need to be adjusted.
Chiller Fresh
climate control coldest cold temperature
Chiller Fresh control
•Remove drawer by lifting and pulling out. Remove
shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track
then pulling out.
•Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and
lowering front. Use slots 1 through 3 only. Replace
drawer by sliding in.
When moving Chiller Fresh™system left or right, move
control, located on center back wall of Fresh Food
section, to same side as system.
Chiller Fresh
Position
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Garden Fresh™Crispers (Some models)
Garden Fresh™crispers keep produce fresh longer.
Wrap produce tightly. Do not wash produce before
placing in crispers. Excess moisture could cause
produce to spoil prematurely. Do not line crispers with
paper towels. Paper towels will retain moisture.
Garden Fresh™control is located below front shelf trim.
Control adjusts humidity in crispers. Slide control tohigh
for produce with leaves such as lettuce, spinach or
cabbage. Slide control to low for produce with skins
such as cauliflower, corn or tomatoes.
Remove shelf and garden fresh crispers by completing
the following steps.
1. Openleft* crisper. *For doors hinged on left, open
rightcrisper.
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle
tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden
temperature change.
2. Removeshelfbygentlypushingupfrom
underneath.Tilt oneend upthen pullout.
BA
A. Crisper shelf B. Push shelf up
Garden fresh crisper
3. Removeleft*crisperbyliftingfrontwhile
supporting underneaththenpullingout.*For
doorshinged on left, remove rightcrisper.
4. Remove support post at recess in bottom center of
FreshFood section.
5. Removeothercrisperby slidingtoopposite wall.
Liftfrontwhilesupportingunderneaththenpullout.
6. Replace crispers and shelf by reversing steps 1-5.
Storage Rack (Some models)
Storage rack provides convenient storage for items such
as a large bottle, eggs, etc.
•Hang rack by inserting tabs into holes on side of shelf.
A
A. Storage Rack
Storage rack
Covered Storage Bucket
Storage bucket has a lid and removable egg tray. When
tray is removed, bucket will accept items such as a
standard egg carton, ice, etc.
B
C
A
A. Cover B. Egg tray
C. Storage bucket
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Dairy Center
Dairy center provides convenient storage for items such
as butter, cheese, etc.
•Remove dairy center by lifting door, pushing tabs
toward center and pulling out.
•Replace dairy center by sliding in until tabs lock into
place and lowering door.
A
A. Dairy Center door
Dairy center
Snaccess™Bin (Some models)
Snaccess bin provides convenient storage for small
items and snacks. Top can be removed and bottom can
be used as an additional door bucket.
•Remove snaccess bin by lifting door, pushing tabs
toward center and pulling out.
•Replace snaccess bin by sliding in until tabs lock into
place and lowering door.
A
A. Snaccess™bin door
Snaccess™bin removal
Door Buckets
Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage needs.
•Remove door buckets by pushing tabs toward center
and pulling out.
•Replace door buckets by sliding in until tabs lock
into place.
A
A. Tabs
Door bucket
Door Shelves
•Remove door shelves by lifting both ends up and
pulling out.
•Replace door shelves by placing both ends of shelf on
glides and sliding down.
A
A. Lift shelf up
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Deepfreeze®Features
Caution
To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure
before replacing items on shelf.
Automatic Ice Maker
•Confirm ice bucket is in place and ice maker arm is
down.
A
B
A. Off position B. On position
Ice Maker
•After Deepfreeze®section reaches normal
temperature, ice maker fills with water and begins
operating. Allow 24-48 hours after installation before
first harvest of ice. Ice maker produces 7 to 9 harvests
of ice in a 24-hour period under ideal conditions.
•After ice is formed, ice maker drops ice cubes into
ice storage bucket. During ice production, ice maker
arm raises and lowers. When ice storage bucket is
full, ice maker arm turns ice maker off. Discard first 3
harvests of ice after initially connecting refrigerator to
household water supply and after extended periods of
non-use.
•Stop ice production by raising ice maker arm. A
definite click is heard when proper position is reached.
Ice maker arm will remain in that position until pushed
down.
Caution
To avoid damage to ice maker, observe the following:
•Do not force ice maker arm down or up, past stop
position.
•Do not place or store anything in ice storage bucket.
Adjustable Divider (Some models)
Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to
meet individual storage needs. Divider fits in any door
bucket or door shelf.
A
A. Adjustable divider
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Ice Service Rack (Some models)
Ice service rack provides easy access of ice cube trays
and ice bucket.
Move ice service rack by completing the following steps.
1. Removeiceservice rackby slidingrackforward
until screws are in middle of mounting holes then
pullingout.
2. Removescrews. Removeplugs fromopposite
side. Replace plugs with screws and screws with
plugs.
3. Replaceiceservice rackby liningupmounting
holes with screws. Slide rack back until secure.
A
A. Ice service rack
Ice service rack
Wire Shelf
•Remove wire shelf by tilting one end up and
pulling out.
•Replace wire shelf by tilting one end up and placing
end on ledge. Tilt other end down and place on ledge.
Wire shelf
Wire Rack (Some models)
Wire rack provides space saving storage above or below
wire shelf.
•Remove rack by releasing round knobs from shelf
wires. Pull down if located under shelf or lift up if
located above shelf.
•Replace rack by positioning on above or below center
wire. Slide rack until round knobs lock in place.
A
B
C
A. Round knobs B. Wire rack
C. Wire shelf
Wire rack
Tall Package Retainer (some models)
Tall package retainer keeps tall items secure. Retainer
fits in any door bucket or door shelf.
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Care and Cleaning
WARNING
Toavoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect
power.
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property damage, read and
follow all cleaning product manufacturer's directions.
General
1. Washsurfaceswith59.14mlbakingsodadissolved
in1.10literwarmwaterandasoft,cleancloth.
2. Rinsesurfaceswithwarmwater.Drysurfaceswith
asoft, clean cloth.
•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 buckets, shelves, etc. in dishwasher.
Odor Removal
1. Removeall food and disconnect powerto
refrigerator.
2. Cleanallinteriorsurfacesincludingceiling,floor,
andwalls according to “General” instructions. Pay
specialattention tocorners, crevices,and
grooves.Includeall drawers,shelves, and
gaskets.
3. Connect power to refrigerator and return food to
refrigerator.Washand dry allbottles, containers
andjars. Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers to
prevent further odor. After 24 hours, check if odor
waseliminated.
Complete the following steps if odor was not eliminated.
4. Completesteps 1-2.
5. Place garden fresh crispers on top shelf of Fresh
Foodsection. Pack Fresh Food andDeepfreeze®
sections including doors with crumpled sheets of
black and white newspaper.
6. Placecharcoalbriquettesrandomlythroughout
newspaper.
7. Closedoorsandletstand24-48hours.
8. Removecharcoalbriquettesandnewspapers.
9. Completesteps2-3.
Contact your Distributor if odor was still not eliminated or
call 001-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A.
Adhesives
1. Removeglueresiduebyrubbingtoothpaste into
adhesivewithfingersuntiladhesiveloosens.
2. Rinse surface with warm water. Dry surface with a
soft,cleancloth.
Door Gaskets
1. Cleandoor gaskets every 3 months according to
“General”instructions.
2. Applyalight filmof petroleumjelly to keepgaskets
pliable.
Condenser Coils
Clean condenser coil every 3 months to ensure
maximumperformance of refrigerator. Accumulateddust
and lint may cause the following:
•reduced cooling performance
•increased energy usage
•premature part failure
1. Removetoegrillebyholdingendsandpulling
forward.
2. Clean front surface of condenser coil with a
vacuumcleanerhosenozzle.
3. Replacetoe grille byinserting clips in holes and
snapping in.
Caution
To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other
flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective
material. Verify stabilizing leg is raised before moving
refrigerator. Raise stabilizing leg by turning
counterclockwise.
4. Pullrefrigeratoraway fromwall. Runavacuum
brush across condenser fan outlet grille on back
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Glass Shelves
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle
tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden
temperature change.
Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal
track then pulling out. Place shelf on a towel. Allow shelf
to adjust to room temperature before cleaning.
Clean crevices by completing the following steps:
1. Dilutemilddetergentandbrushsolution into
crevices using a plastic bristle brush. Let set for 5
minutes.
2. Spraywarm water into crevices using faucet spray
attachment.
3. Dryshelfthoroughlyandreplaceshelfby inserting
hooksinto metal track and loweringfront.
Light Bulbs
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After replacing
light bulb, connect power.
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe
the following:
•Allow light bulb to cool.
•Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.
•Remove light bulb cover by removing screw at back
center. Pull cover down. Replace bulb(s) with 40-watt
appliance bulb(s).
•Replace light bulb cover by placing cover over light
bulb. Insert and tighten screw.
Light bulb
Energy Tips
This refrigerator is designed to be o ne of the most
energyefficient refrigeratorsavailable. Reduceenergy
use by observing the following.
•Operate in normal household temperatures of 55° to
110°F (13° to 43°C) away from heat sources and
direct sunlight.
•Set Fresh Food, Deepfreeze®, and Chiller Fresh™
system controls no colder than necessary.
•Keep Deepfreeze®section full.
•Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace gaskets
if worn.
•Keep condenser coils clean.
•Turn exterior moisture control ON when necessary.
Vacation Tips
Complete the following steps for short vacations.
1. Remove perishable foods.Warrantydoesnot
cover food loss.Checkwarranty certificatefor
specificcoverage.
2. Ifan ice makeris installed, move ice maker arm to
offposition.
Complete the following steps for long vacations.
1. EmptyFreshFoodand Deepfreeze®sections.
2. Unplugrefrigerator.
3. Clean refrigerator and door gaskets according to
“General”instructions in “Careand Cleaning”
section.
4. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.
5. Ifan ice maker is installed, turn water supply to
refrigeratoroff and move ice makerarm tooff
position.

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Before Calling For Service
Refrigeratordoes not operate.
•Confirm Deepfreeze®control is on.
•Confirm refrigerator is plugged in.
•Check fuse or circuit breaker. Plug in another item at
that wall outlet.
•Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts. If
Deepfreeze®control is on, lights work but 2 fans and
compressor are not operating, refrigerator may be in
defrost cycle.
Refrigerator still won’t operate.
•Unplug refrigerator. Transfer food to another unit
or place dry ice in Deepfreeze®section to preserve
food. Warranty does not cover food loss. Check
warranty certificate for specific coverage.
•Call your Distributor or 001-319-622-5511 outside
U.S.A. to locate anauthorized Amana technician.
Foodtemperature appears too warm.
•See above sections.
•Allow time for recently added warm food to reach
Fresh Food or Deepfreeze®temperature.
•Check gaskets for proper seal.
•Clean condenser coils.
•Adjust Fresh Food and/or Deepfreeze®control.
•Confirm rear air grille is not blocked. Rear air grille is
located behind left garden fresh crisper.
Chiller Fresh™system temperature is too warm.
•Slide control to colder setting.
•Adjust Deepfreeze®control to colder setting.
Food temperature is too cold.
•Clean condenser coils.
•Adjust Fresh Food control.
•Adjust Deepfreeze®control to warmer setting. Allow
several hours for temperature to adjust.
Refrigerator runs too frequently.
•It may be normal to maintain constant temperature.
•Doors may have been opened frequently or for an
extended period of time.
•Allow time for recently added warm food to reach
Fresh Food or Deepfreeze®temperature.
•Clean condenser coils.
•Adjust Deepfreeze®control.
•Check gaskets for proper seal.
Water droplets form on inside of refrigerator.
•It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors
have been opened frequently.
Water droplets form on outside of refrigerator.
•Check door gaskets for proper seal.
•Turn exterior moisture control switchON.
Normal Operating Sounds
This new refrigerator may be replacing a differently
designed, less efficient or smaller refrigerator. Today’s
refrigerators have new features and are more energy
efficient. As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar.
These sounds are normal and will soon become familiar.
These sounds also indicate refrigerator is operating and
performing as designed.
1. Deepfreeze®fan air rushes and whirs.
2. Sealedsystem (evaporatorandheatexchanger)
refrigerant flow gurgles, pops or sounds like
boilingwater.
3. Condenser fan air rushes and whirs.
4. Compressor hasa high pitched hum or pulsating
sound.
5. Defrost timer sounds like an electric clock and
snaps in and out of defrost cycle.
6. Deepfreeze®control clickswhenstarting or
stopping compressor.
7. Defrost heater sizzles, hisses or pops.
8. Ice cubes from ice maker (some models) drop into
icebucket.
Water valve (some models) buzzes when ice maker
fills with water. This occurs whether or not
refrigeratoris connected to water supply.If
refrigerator is not connected to water supply, stop
sound by raising ice maker arm tooff position.(Not
shown)
Foaminsulation isveryenergyefficientandhas
excellentinsulatingcapabilities.However,foam
insulation is not as sound absorbent as
previouslyusedfiberglassinsulation.(Notshown)
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Garden Fresh™crispers or Chiller Fresh™system does
not close freely.
•Check for a package which may prevent drawer
from closing properly.
•Confirm drawer is in proper position.
•Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water.
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
•Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer
channels.
•Confirm refrigerator is level.
Refrigeratorhas an odor.
•See “Odor Removal” instructions in “Care and
Cleaning” section.
Refrigerator or ice maker make unfamiliar sounds or
seems too loud.
•It may be normal. See “Normal Operating Sounds”
section.
Ice maker is not producing ice.
•Confirm ice maker arm is down.
•Confirm household water supply is reaching water
valve.
•Confirm ice maker wiring harness is completely
inserted into proper holes.
•Check for kinks in copper or plastic tubing. Remove
kinks or replace tubing.
•Check electrical connections to water valve coil and
connector block on refrigerator cabinet.
•Confirm Deepfreeze®section is operating at proper
temperature.
Ice cubes have an odor.
•See “Odor Removal” instructions in “Care and
Cleaning” section.
•Discard ice and clean ice bucket or trays more
frequently. Ice cubes are porous and absorb odors
easily.
Ice cubes stick together or ‘shrink’.
•Empty ice cube bucket or trays more frequently. If
used infrequently, ice cubes may stick together or
shrink.
Ice forms in inlet tube to ice maker.
•Check water pressure. Low water pressure will
cause valve to leak. Self-piercing valves cause low
water pressure. Amana recommends using a
saddle valve. Contact your dealer for availability.
Do not use self-piercing valve. Amana is not
responsible for property damage due to improper
installation or water connection.

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Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action
No power to unit 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 Check all connections are tight and secure.
Jumper across terminals of control. If
unit runs, replace control.
Faulty timer Check with test light. Replace if
necessary.
Faulty relay Check relay. Replace if necessary.
Faulty compressor Check compressor motor windings
for opens/shorts.
Perform compressor direct wiring
test.
Replace if necessary.
Unit does not run
Faulty overload Check overload for continuity.
NOTE:Ensure
compressor/overload are below
trip temperature before testing.
Replace if necessary.
Excessive door opening Consumer education
Overloading of shelves Consumer education
Warm or hot foods placed in cabinet Consumer education
Cold control set too warm Set control to colder setting.
Poor door seal Level cabinet. Adjust hinges.
Replace gasket.
Refrigerator airflow Check damper is opening by
removing grille. With door open,
damper should open. Replace if
faulty.
Turn control knob to colder position.
Check airflow fan. Replace if faulty.
Interior light remains on Check switch. Replace if necessary.
Faulty condenser fan or evaporator
fan Check fan switch, fan, and wiring. Replace if necessary.
Refrigerator section too warm
Faulty compressor Replace compressor.
Troubleshootingcharton followingpagescontains symptomsthatmay beseenin malfunctioningunits.Each
symptom is accompanied by one or more possible causes and by a possible remedy or test to determine if
componentsareworking properly.
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
toservice.Ensureallearthingwiresareconnectedbeforecertifyingunitasrepairedand/oroperational.
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Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action
Refrigerator temperature control set
too cold Adjust refrigerator temperature control.
Refrigerator section too cold
Refrigerator airflow not properly
adjusted Check air flow.
Temperature controls set too warm Reset temperature controls.
Poor door seal Level cabinet. Adjust hinges.
Replace gasket.
Dirty condenser or obstructed grille Check condenser and grille. Clean.
Faulty control Test control. Replace if defective.
Freezer and refrigerator sections too
warm
Refrigerant shortage or restriction Check for leak or restriction. Repair,
evacuate and recharge system.
Freezer temp control set too cold Adjust freezer temperature control.
Faulty control Test control. Replace if defective.
Freezer section too cold
Cold control capillary not properly
clamped to evaporator Reposition clamp and tighten.
Temperature control set too cold Adjust temperature control.
Dirty condenser or obstructed grille Check condenser and grille. Clean.
Poor door seal Level cabinet. Adjust hinges.
Replace gasket.
Interior light remains on Check switch. Replace if necessary.
Faulty condenser fan or evaporator
fan Check fan switch, fan, and wiring. Replace if necessary.
Faulty control Test control. Replace if defective.
Refrigerant shortage or restriction Check for leak or restriction. Repair,
evacuate and recharge system.
Refrigerant overcharge Check for overcharge. Evacuate and
recharge system.
Unit runs continuously
Air in system Check for low side leak. Repair,
evacuate and recharge system.
Unit runs continuously. Temperature
normal. Ice on evaporator See “Ice on evaporator”.
Unit runs continuously. Temperature
too cold. Faulty defrost thermostat Check thermostat. Replace if necessary.
Loose flooring or floor not firm Repair floor or brace floor.
Cabinet not level Level cabinet.
Tubing in contact with cabinet, other
tubing, or other metal Adjust tubing.
Drip pan vibrating Adjust drain pan.
Fan hitting another part Ensure fan properly aligned and all
attaching hardware and brackets are
tight and not worn. Tighten or
replace.
Worn fan motor bearings Check motor for loss of lubricant or
worn bearings. Replace if necessary.
Compressor mounting grommets
worn or missing. Mounting hardware
loose or missing
Tighten hardware. Replace
grommets if necessary.
Noisy operation
Free or loose parts causing or
allowing noise during operation Inspect unit for parts that may have worked free or loose or missing
screws. Repair as required.
Troubleshooting Chart
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
toservice.Ensureallearthingwiresareconnectedbeforecertifyingunitasrepairedand/oroperational.
!WARNING