Gladiator Gladiator Garage Works Freezerator GAFZ21XXMK... User manual

CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL
EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS
R-98
JOB AID
Part No. 8178384
GLADIATOR
GARAGE WORKS
FREEZERATOR
Model GAFZ21XXMK00
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made
on our products by anyone other than Authorized ervice Technicians.
FORWARD
This Whirlpool Job Aid, “Gladiator Garage Works Freezerator ” (Part No. 8178384), provides the
technician with information on the operation and service of the Gladiator Garage Works
Freezerator. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and ervice Manual. For specific information
on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech heet” provided with the
refrigerator.
The Wiring Diagrams and trip Circuits used in this Job Aid are typical and should be used for
training purposes only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing
the unit.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician to
properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Gladiator Garage Works Freezerator.
The objectives of this Job Aid are to:
• Understand and follow proper safety precautions.
• uccessfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
• uccessfully perform necessary repairs.
• uccessfully return the refrigerator to its proper operational status.
Copyright © 2003, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GENERAL............................................................................................................................... 1-1
afety First......................................................................................................................... 1-1
Model & erial Number Designations ................................................................................ 1-3
Model & erial Number Label Location ............................................................................. 1-4
pecifications..................................................................................................................... 1-5
THEORY OF O ERATION ..................................................................................................... 2-1
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 2-1
COM ONENT ACCESS ......................................................................................................... 3-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 3-1
Removing The Top Compartment Thermostat
And The Freezer/Refrigerator elector witch .............................................................. 3-2
Removing The Auxiliary Heater ......................................................................................... 3-5
Removing The Top Compartment Light ocket And Door witch ..................................... 3-6
Removing The Evaporator Fan Motor, Liner Heater Bimetal & Defrost Bimetal,
Defrost Heater, And Evaporator .................................................................................... 3-8
Removing The Bottom Compartment Thermostat, Defrost Control,
Light ocket, And Door witch .................................................................................... 3-11
Removing The Condenser Fan Motor And Ambient Bimetal ........................................... 3-13
Removing The Relay/Overload And Run Capacitor Assembly
And The Compressor................................................................................................... 3-15
Removing A Caster.......................................................................................................... 3-17
Removing A Roller And Condenser Fan Motor Housing ................................................. 3-18
COM ONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Top Compartment Thermostat & Freezer/Refrigerator elector witch ............................ 4-1
Defrost Bimetal & Defrost Heater ...................................................................................... 4-2
Auxiliary Heater ................................................................................................................. 4-3
Liner Heater ....................................................................................................................... 4-3
Liner Heater Bimetal .......................................................................................................... 4-4
Ambient Bimetal................................................................................................................. 4-4
Bottom Compartment Thermostat ..................................................................................... 4-5
Door witch ....................................................................................................................... 4-5
Relay/Overload & Run Capacitor....................................................................................... 4-6
Compressor ....................................................................................................................... 4-6

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DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................. 5-1
Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................ 5-1
Adaptive Defrost Control (ADC) Test Mode................................................................... 5-1
Troubleshooting Chart ....................................................................................................... 5-2
WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRI CIRCUITS ............................................................................. 6-1
Wiring Diagram 1 ............................................................................................................... 6-1
Wiring Diagram 2 ............................................................................................................... 6-2
trip Circuits ...................................................................................................................... 6-3
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Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to ollow these instructions can
result in death, ire, or electrical shock.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power be ore servicing.
Replace all parts and panels be ore
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
Your sa ety and the sa ety o others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the appliance. Always
read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word
“DA GER” or “WAR I G.” These words mean:
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance
of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
You can be killed or seriously injured i you don’t
immediately ollow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured i you don’t
ollow instructions.
GENERAL
SAFETY FIRST

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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
(ESD) SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS
ESD problems are present everywhere. ESD
may damage or weaken the electronic control
assembly. The new control assembly may ap-
pear to work well after repair is finished, but
failure may occur at a later date due to ESD
stress.
• Use an antistatic wrist strap. Connect the
wrist strap to a green ground connection
point or unpainted metal in the appliance; or
touch your finger repeatedly to a green ground
connection point or unpainted metal in the
appliance.
• Before removing the part from its package,
touch the antistatic bag to a green ground
connection point or unpainted metal in the
appliance.
• Avoid touching electronic parts or terminal
contacts. Handle the electronic control as-
sembly by the edges only.
• When repackaging the failed electronic con-
trol assembly in an antistatic bag, observe
the above instructions.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Connect green ground wire to ground
screw.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER E P 0 3 10001
MANUFACTURING SITE
E = Evansville, IN
YEAR OF PRODUCTION
P = 2003
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
03 = 3rd Week
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER GA FZ 21 X X M K 0 0
BRAND
PRODUCT GROUP
AC = Accessory
CP = Compactor
CS = Cleaning Station
DP = Display For Trade Partner
FL = Flooring
FM = Floor Module
FZ = Freezerator
GB = Gear Box
GD = Gear Drawer
GP = Gator Pak
RF = Refrigerator
RK = Gear Rack
TB = Tall Gear Box
TL = Tall Gear Locker
VA = Vacuum
WA = Wall Accessory
WB = Workbench
WG = Wall Gear Box
CAPACITY/CUBIC FOOT
SIZE (IN / FT / OR CU FT)
05 = 5 cu ft or 5′ 30 = 30″
06 = 6′
XX = No Size
08 = 8′
10 = 10′
15 = 15″
18 = 18″
19 = 19″
21 = 21 cu ft
24 - 24″
27 = 27″
28 = 28″
MODEL TYPE
1D = One Door PD = Pump Drain
2D = Two Doors PS = Power Strip
1P = One Piece SF = Shelf
2P = Two Pieces SH = S Hook
6P = Six Pieces SK = Starter Kit
BD = Builder Display SR = Shoe Rack
BH = Big Hook TH = Tool Hook
BK = Basket TR = Tool Rack
DD = Direct Drain UH = Utility Hook
DH = Deep Hook VB = Vert. Bike Hook
MT = Maple Top WH = Whlbarrow Hook
XX = No Type
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
M = 2003, P = 2004, R = 2005
COLOR CODE
G = Hammered Granite Y = Gray
H = Hammered Graphite X = No Color
K = Graphite
ENGINEERING CHANGE (NUMERIC)
00 = Original, 01 = 1st Change, 02 = 2nd Change, Etc.

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL LOCATION
The Model/Serial umber Label location is shown below.
Model & Serial Number Location
(Upper Le t Re rigerator Liner)

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NUMBER GAFZ21XXMK
Total AHAM Volume (Cu Ft) 21.0
Top Compartment Volume (Cu Ft) 5.67
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 15.37 Bottom Compartment
Total AHAM Shelf Area (Sq Ft) 29.9
Exterior Dimensions (Nearest 1/8")
Cabinet Height (Floor To Top Of Cabinet) (in) 72 3/4"
Overall Height (Floor To Top Of Hinge Covers) (in) 73 3/4"
Cabinet Width (in) 33 1/8"
Overall Depth (Including Hardware & Handles) (in) 31 1/2"
Depth - Less Doors/Base Grille (Minimum Opening) (in) 26 7/8"
Weight (Indicate Net/Shipping/Crated) 271 lb/280 lb/280 lb
Exterior
Factory-Built Door Swing Right-Hand Reversible
Cabinet Color(s) Graphite
Exterior Door Contoured / Tread Plate
Silver Tread
Warranty 12 Month Standard 60 Month
Full Liner & Sealed System

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