Amana B136CAL1 User manual

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Electrical Requirements
Recognize this symbol as a safety
precaution.
WARNING
Electrical Grounding Instructions—This
refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong
(grounding) plug for protection against
possible shock hazards. If a two-prong wall
receptacle is encountered, contact a qualified
electrician and have the two-prong wall
receptacle replaced with a properly grounded
three-prong wall receptacle in accordance
with the National Electrical Code.
Refrigerator is designed to operate on a
separate 1115 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.
Do not under any circumstances cut or
remove the round grounding prong from
the plug. Refrigerator must be grounded
at all times. Do not remove warning tag
from power cord.
WARNING
Do not use a two-prong adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Model Identification
Model information is on the serial plate, located on left
wall of refrigerator section. Record the following
information:
Model Number
Manufacturing Number
S/N or Serial Number
Date of purchase
Dealer’s name and address
Keep a copy of sales receipt for future reference.
Complete registration card and promptly return. If
registration card is missing, call the Consumer Affairs
Department at 1-800-843-0304 inside U.S.A. and
1-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A.
Contents
Electrical Requirements ............................................2
Model Identification...................................................2
Model Diagram .........................................................3
Controls
Posi-Temp™System ...............................................4
Showroom Switch ..................................................4
Power Disconnect Switch .......................................4
Touchmatic™ Electronic Controls ............................4
Setting Controls .....................................................5
Refrigerator Features
Water Filtration System .........................................5
Spillsaver™Shelves ...............................................5
Chill Zone ..............................................................6
Humidity Controlled Crispers..................................6
Chef’s Pantry™.......................................................6
Covered Storage Bucket ........................................7
Dairy Centers.........................................................7
Door Shelves .........................................................7
Adjustable Dividers ................................................7
Freezer Features
Automatic Ice Maker ..............................................8
Care and Cleaning
General..................................................................8
Odor Removal .......................................................8
Adhesives ..............................................................9
Door Gaskets .........................................................9
Glass Shelves........................................................9
Door Stop Adjustment ............................................9
Drain Pan...............................................................9
Light Bulbs.............................................................9
Energy Tips.............................................................10
Vacation Tips ..........................................................10
Normal Operating Sounds .......................................10
Before Calling For Service ...................................... 11
Factory Service Centers..........................................12
Keep these instructions for future reference. Be sure this
manual stays with refrigerator.

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Model Diagram
1. Touchmatic™ Electronic Control
2. Spillsaver™ Shelves
3. Humidity Controlled Crispers
4. Chef’s Pantry™
5. Ice Pan
6. Dairy Centers
7. Door Shelves
8. Adjustable dividers
9. Wire freezer baskets.
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Controls
This refrigerator operates most efficiently in normal
household temperatures of 55° to 110°F (13°to 43°C).
Posi-Temp™System
Posi-Temp™system automatically maintains selected
temperatures in both refrigerator and freezer sections.
Refrigerator thermistor controls fresh food fan operation
while a separate freezer thermistor controls compressor
and freezer fan operation. These thermistors allow foods
to cool or freeze quickly and provide even temperatures
throughout refrigerator and freezer sections.
Showroom Switch
Showroom switch allows electronic controls and interior
lights to function independently of refrigeration system.
Showroom switch is located behind air grille to right of
control panel. Refrigerator is shipped with showroom
switch in unit run position.
Power Disconnect Switch
Use power disconnect switch to disconnect power
without unplugging refrigerator. Power disconnect switch
is located behind air grille on top right side. Refrigerator
is shipped with power disconnect switch in on position.
Touchmatic™Electronic Controls
Touchmatic™electronic controls are located behind the
refrigerator door above the refrigerator section. Press
Display On pad to activate control panel. All other pads,
except for Alarm Off pad, remain inactive until Display
On pad is pressed. Once activated, pads remain
programmable for at least 10 minutes.
Refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at 5. Wait
24 hours after connecting power for refrigerator and
freezer sections to reach desired temperatures. After 24
hours, adjust controls as desired. 1 is warmest setting
and 9 is coldest. Refer to “Setting Controls” section to
set controls precisely.
•Adjust refrigerator or freezer temperature by
pressing Display On pad then Ref Temp pad or
Freezer Temp pad. Press Warmer pad or Colder
pad to adjust temperature setting 1 level at a time.
Holding down Warmer pad or Colder pad adjusts
temperature more than 1 level at a time.
Vacation Mode
Vacation mode defrosts refrigerator less often during
extended non-use periods.
Refrigerator will automatically go into vacation mode
during extended non-use periods. Vacation pad is a
feature reminder. Pressing Vacation pad does not send
refrigerator into vacation mode or cause light to glow.
Max Refrigerator Mode
Max refrigerator mode adjusts refrigerator temperature
to coldest setting. After 10 hours, refrigerator
temperature automatically returns to previous setting.
•Activate max refrigerator mode by pressing Display
On pad then Max Ref pad. Indicator light will glow.
•Deactivate max refrigerator mode before automatic
reset by pressing Display On pad then Max Ref pad.
Max Freezer Mode
Max freezer mode adjusts freezer temperature to
coldest setting. After 24 hours, freezer temperature
automatically returns to previous setting.
•Activate max freezer mode by pressing Display On
pad then Max Frz pad. Indicator light will glow.
•Deactivate max freezer mode before automatic
reset by pressing Display On pad then Max Frz pad.
Entry Tone
Entry tone indicates a pad was pressed and command
was read and accepted.
•Deactivate entry tone by pressing and holding
Display on pad for 3 to 5 seconds. Three short
beeps indicate instructions were accepted.
•Activate entry tone by pressing and holding Display
On pad for 3 to 5 seconds.
Showroom
switch
Power
switch

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Caution
To avoid personal injury and property
damage, confirm shelf is secure before
placing items on shelf.
Water Filtration System
The Amana®Clean ‘n Clear™water filtration system
provides water treatment with a revolutionary 2-stage
design. Refer to Clean ‘n Clear™water filtration
system installation and operating instructions.
Spillsaver™Shelves
Spillsaver™shelves are constructed of polypropylene
molded around the glass and metal rail. Therefore,
Spillsaver™shelves are completely encapsulated and
liquids cannot seep under the glass. This localizes spills
and provides easier cleaning. Spillsaver™shelves also
adjust to meet individual storage needs.
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.
Door Open Alarm
Door open alarm sounds and indicator light blinks if
either door is open for more than 3 minutes.
•Deactivate door open alarm by pressing Alarm Off
pad or by closing either door.
•Activate door open alarm by pressing Display On
pad then holding Alarm Off pad for 3 to 5 seconds.
Three short beeps indicate instructions were
accepted.
High Temperature Alarm
High temperature alarm sounds and indicator light glows
if refrigerator or freezer temperature is high for 2 hours.
A blinking light signals affected compartment. Alarm
ends when proper temperature is reached.
•Deactivate high temperature alarm by pressing
Alarm Off pad.
Thermistor Alarm
Thermistor electronically senses refrigerator and freezer
temperatures. Thermistor alarm sounds and indicator
lights scroll if refrigerator or freezer thermistor is not
operating properly.
•Deactivate display by pressing Alarm Off pad.
If thermistor alarm sounds, contact an authorized
Amana®technician immediately. If Alarm Off pad is
pressed, thermistor control retests to confirm situation
has been corrected. Alarm sounds again if thermistor is
still not operating properly.
Display Lights
•Deactivate temperature display lights by pressing
Display On pad then pressing Display Off pad.
•Activate temperature display lights by pressing
Display On pad.
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
freezer section. Wait 5-8 hours. If freezer 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
refrigerator section. Wait 5-8 hours. If refrigerator
temperature is not 38° to 40°F (3° to 4°C), adjust
control, 1 number at a time. Check again after 5-8
hours.
Refrigerator Features

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•Remove one pan with 90° door opening, center
glide support will slide out for removal of second
pan.
Chef’s Pantry™
As the drawer glides forward on an inner and outer
track, the lid raises for easy access of items. Chef’s
Pantry™holds extra-large deli trays, wine bottles, etc.
The lid can also be removed and the crispers
repositioned for tall items such as tiered cakes, flower
arrangements, etc.
1. Raise humidity controlled crispers. Chef’s Pantry™
cover is not designed for use as shelf when crispers
are raised.
2. Remove lid by lifting back to release hooks then
pulling out. Remove drawer by lifting and pulling
out.
3. Replace drawer by sliding in. Replace lid by
inserting hooks into drawer then placing back and
front down.
Chill Zone
Chill Zone features 2 humidity controlled crispers and
the Chef’s Pantry™. Freezer air circulating in the Chill
Zone is contained by gaskets in the shelf above the
crispers. Chill Zone keeps food up to 3 - 5°F colder than
refrigerator temperature.
Chill Zone control is located to the right of the Chef’s
Pantry™underneath the Chef’s Pantry™lid. Control
adjusts amount of freezer air circulating in this area.
Slide control down for normal refrigerator temperature
and up for colder temperature.
Humidity Controlled Crispers
Humidity controlled crispers are constructed of both
clear and white bonded plastic. This process produces a
solid piece which allows deli and produce items to stay
fresh longer.
The following will also help produce to stay fresh longer.
•Wrap produce tightly.
•Do not wash produce before placing in crispers.
Excess moisture could cause produce to spoil
prematurely.
•Do not line drawers with paper towels. Paper towels
will retain moisture.
Humidity controlled crisper controls are located
underneath front trim. Control adjusts crisper humidity.
Slide control right for deli items and produce with leaves
such as lettuce, spinach, or cabbage. Slide control left
for produce with skins such as cauliflower, corn, or
tomatoes.
Humidity controlled crispers also adjust to meet
individual storage needs.
•Remove drawers 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. Replace drawers by sliding in.

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Door Shelves
•Remove door shelves by lifting and pulling out.
•Replace door shelves by placing shelf over glide
and sliding down.
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.
Dairy Centers
Dairy center doors are surrounded by gaskets for a
tighter seal which allows items to stay fresh longer.
Dairy centers also adjust to meet individual storage
needs.
•Remove dairy center by lifting and pulling out.
•Replace dairy center by placing shelf over glide and
sliding down.
Adjustable Dividers
Adjustable dividers keep items in place and adjust to
meet individual storage needs. Dividers fit in any door
shelf.
Adjustable divider

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Freezer Features
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property damage,
confirm shelf is secure before placing items
on shelf.
Automatic Ice Maker
Ice pan is positively located in wire basket. Therefore,
ice bucket is always in correct position. Wire basket
slides forward for easy access of ice. Ice maker will not
produce ice when ice pan is not in place.
•After freezer 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 pan. During ice production, ice maker arm raises
and lowers. When ice pan 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.
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
bucket.
Care and Cleaning
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause
severe personal injury or death, turn power
disconnect switch to off position before
cleaning. After cleaning, return power
disconnect switch to on position.
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property damage,
read and follow all cleaning product
manufacturer's directions.
General
1. Wash surfaces with 4 tablespoons baking soda
dissolved in 1 quart warm water and a soft, clean
cloth.
2. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a
soft, 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. Remove all food and turn power disconnect switch
to off position.
2. Clean all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor,
and walls according to “General” instructions. Pay
special attention to corners, crevices, and grooves.
Include all drawers, shelves, and gaskets.
3. Turn power disconnect switch to on position and
return food to refrigerator. Wash and dry all bottles,
containers and jars. Wrap foods in tightly sealed
containers to prevent further odor. After 24 hours,
check if odor was eliminated.
Complete the following steps if odor was not eliminated.
4. Complete steps 1-2.
5. Place humidity controlled crispers on top shelf of
refrigerator section. Pack refrigerator and freezer
sections including doors with crumpled sheets of
black and white newspaper.
6. Place charcoal briquettes randomly throughout
newspaper.
7. Close doors and let stand 24-48 hours.
8. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers.
9. Complete steps 2-3.
Contact Consumer Affairs Department if odor was still
not eliminated.

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Adhesives
1. Remove glue residue by rubbing toothpaste into
adhesive with fingers until adhesive loosens.
2. Rinse surface with warm water. Dry surface with a
soft, clean cloth.
Door Gaskets
1. Clean door gaskets every 3 months according to
“General” instructions.
2. Apply a light film of petroleum jelly to keep gaskets
pliable.
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. Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into
crevices using a plastic bristle brush. Let set for 5
minutes.
2. Spray warm water into crevices using faucet spray
attachment.
3. Dry shelf thoroughly and replace shelf by inserting
hooks into metal track and lowering front.
Door stop arm
Door Stop Adjustment
1. Remove center grille blade from top air grille.
2. Remove top air grille by removing (4) ¼” screws
with a magnetic screw driver. Pull assembly
forward.
3. Open refrigerator door so door stop arm and
shoulder screw are accesible. Shoulder screws
should be in 110° door opening position.
4. Remove shoulder screw and place shoulder screw
in the 90° or 120° door opening postion.
5. Replace air grille assembly.
Shoulder screw 120° door opening
position
90° door
opening
position
110° door
opening
position
Freezer lights
Light Bulbs
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause
severe personal injury or death, turn power
disconnect switch to off position before
replacing light bulb. After replacing light bulb,
return power disconnect switch in on position.
Caution
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, observe the following:
•Allow light bulb to cool.
•Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.
•Remove cover by removing screws. Cover drops
down. Replace with maximum 40 watt light bulbs.
•Replace cover by holding cover against ceiling.
Insert and tighten screws.
Refrigerator
lights
Drain Pan
Prevent condensation from overflowing by checking
drain pan periodically. To remove drain pan, remove 4
screws in toe grille. Pull drain pan forward. Dump any
condensation and replace drain pan.
cover
cover

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Vacation Tips
Complete the following steps for short vacations.
1. Remove perishable foods. Warranty does not
cover food loss. Check warranty certificate for
specific coverage.
2. Move ice maker arm to off position.
Complete the following steps for long vacations.
1. Empty refrigerator and freezer sections.
2. Turn power disconnect switch to off position.
3. Clean refrigerator and door gaskets according to
“General” instructions in “Care and Cleaning”
section.
4. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.
5. Turn water supply to refrigerator off and move ice
maker arm to off position.
Energy Tips
Reduce energy 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 refrigerator, freezer, and Chill Zone controls no
colder than necessary.
•Keep freezer section full.
•Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace
gaskets if worn.
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.
•Freezer and fresh food fan air rushes and whirs.
•Sealed system (evaporator and heat exchanger)
refrigerant flow gurgles, pops or sounds like boiling
water.
•Defrost heater sizzles, hisses or pops.
•Condenser fan air rushes and whirs.
•Compressor has a high pitched hum or pulsating
sound.
•Ice cubes from ice maker drop into ice bucket.
•Ice maker water valve hookup buzzes when ice
maker fills with water. This occurs whether or not
refrigerator is connected to water supply. If
refrigerator is not connected to water supply, stop
sound by raising ice maker arm to off position.
•Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has
excellent insulating capabilities. However, foam
insulation is not as sound absorbent as
previously used fiberglass insulation.

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Before Calling For Service
Refrigerator does not operate.
• Confirm showroom switch is off.
• Confirm power disconnect switch is off.
• Check fuse or circuit breaker.
• Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts. If
lights work but fans and compressor are not
operating, refrigerator may be in defrost cycle.
Refrigerator still won’t operate.
• Turn on disconnect switch. Transfer food to another
unit or place dry ice in freezer section to preserve
food. Warranty does not cover food loss. Check
warranty certificate for specific coverage.
• Call 1-800-628-5782 inside U.S.A. and
1-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. to locate an
authorized Amana®technician.
Food temperature appears too warm.
• See above sections.
• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach
refrigerator or freezer temperature.
• Check gaskets for proper seal.
• Adjust refrigerator and/or freezer setting.
Chill Zone temperature is too warm.
• Slide control to colder setting.
• Adjust freezer control to colder setting.
Food temperature is too cold.
• Adjust refrigerator control.
• Adjust freezer 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
refrigerator or freezer temperature.
• Adjust freezer setting.
• 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.
Crispers or Chef’s Pantry™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.
Refrigerator has 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 tubing. Remove kinks or replace
tubing.
• Check electrical connections to water valve coil.
• Confirm freezer section is operating at proper
temperature.
• Water filter cartridge may need replaced.
Ice cubes have an odor.
• See “Odor Removal” instructions in “Care and
Cleaning” section.
• Discard ice and clean ice bucket more frequently.
Ice cubes are porous and absorb odors easily.
• Water filter cartridge may need replaced.
Ice cubes stick together or ‘shrink’.
• Empty ice bucket 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 Refrigeration, Inc.
recommends using a saddle valve. Contact
1-800-843-0304 or an Amana®dealer for
availability. Do not use self-piercing valve.
Amana Refrigeration, Inc. is not responsible for
property damage due to improper installation or
water connection.

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Factory Service Centers
Listed below are Factory Service Centers which service
most metropolitan and surrounding areas. Amana
Refrigeration, Inc. also has a network of independent
authorized technicians. Locate a Factory Service Center
or independent authorized Amana®technician by
calling 1-800-628-5782 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622-
5511 outside U.S.A. When contacting Amana
Refrigeration, Inc., provide product information. Product
information is on the serial plate, located on left wall of
refrigerator section. Warranty service must be
performed by an authorized Amana®technician.
Amana Refrigeration, Inc. also recommends contacting
an authorized Amana®technician if service is required
after warranty expires.
•Amana Factory Service Center Arizona
Also dispatches service in areas of Nevada
•Amana Factory Service Center California
•Amana Factory Service Center Colorado
Also dispatches service in areas of Utah
•Amana Factory Service Center Florida
•Amana Factory Service Center Georgia
Also dispatches service in areas of Alabama,
North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee
•Amana Factory Service Center Iowa
Also dispatches service in areas of Kansas,
Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin
•Amana Factory Service Center Illinois
Also dispatches service in areas of Indiana and
Kentucky
•Amana Factory Service Center Massachusetts
Also dispatches service in areas of New Hampshire
and Rhode Island
•Amana Factory Service Center Maryland
Also dispatches service in areas of Pennsylvania,
Virginia, and Washington D.C.
•Amana Factory Service Center New York
Also dispatches service in areas of Connecticut and
New Jersey
•Amana Factory Service Center Ohio
Also dispatches service in areas of Michigan and
Pennsylvania
•Amana Factory Service Center Texas

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Part No.10937003
Printed in U.S.A. 1996 Amana Refrigeration, Inc. Amana, Iowa 52204