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ADU3000D P1309614W ADU3000D P1309615B 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. RS3300002 Revision 0 August 1997...
(such as exposure to electrical shock) may result. CAUTION 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 property damage which may result.
Contents Important Information ..........2 Service Information Water Valve and Inlet System ........23 Product Information Disassembly ............23 Models and Features ..........4 Water Valve Operation ........23 Model Identification ........... 4 Float Switch ............... 24 Service Information ........... 4 Disassembly ............
Product Information Model Identification WARNING Rating label, which gives the model number, is located on the left side of the tub at the front, and is Disconnect power and close water supply valve visible when the door is opened. This series of models before servicing dishwasher.
Product Information Features and Specifications BRAND AMANA CALORIC MODEL ADU7000 ADU6000 ADU5000 ADU3000 CDU520 CDU300 CDU220 Colors White Black Gold Almond Cup Shelf 2 Metal 2 Plastic Silverware Basket Super Super Timer Rotary Push Buttons Cycles Pots and Pans Heavy Wash...
Installation Instructions Buit-In Installation Instructions Preparing Cabinet Opening Dishwasher is designed to fit into a minimum 34 1/2" height and 24" width and depth. A minimum of 2" is required between dishwasher and perpendicular cabinet or wall. Dishwasher must not be installed more than 10' from sink for proper drainage.
Installation Instructions Preparing Hot Water Line Installing Dishwasher Note: WARNING • Plumbing must meet local codes and ordinances. If plumbing does not, contact a licensed plumber. To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe • Hot water line must accommodate 3/8" copper personal injury or death, open household circuit tubing or 1/2"...
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Installation Instructions 2. Remove access panel by removing screws then Note: If an air gap is not code required, drain hose lifting panel up and over tabs. must have a high drain loop, which is 18" minimum above floor level. This prevents back flow of water into dishwasher or water siphoning out during operation.
Use & Care Instructions Dishwasher-Safe Items Material Usually Safe Exceptions Special Instructions Aluminum Some colored anodized aluminum Some darkening or spotting can fade. possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/Stoneware Antique, metal trimmed, If in doubt, check with hand-painted or over-the-glaze china/stoneware manufacturer or patterns fade.
Use & Care Instructions Loading Dishwasher Cup Retainer (some models) Cup retainer secures tall cups and bowls in upper rack. Preparing Dishes Cup Shelf (some models) Prerinsing of normal food soils is not necessary. Cup shelf features a fold down shelf for two levels of Remove foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice that can cause discoloration of stainless smaller dishware.
Use & Care Instructions Automatic Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser Use main dispenser for all wash programs except RINSE & HOLD. Reserve dispenser is for two cycle washes and if extra detergent is necessary. 1. Confirm cycle indicator dial is in OFF position, otherwise main dispenser will not close properly.
Use & Care Instructions Changing Color Panels Before Calling for Service Dishwasher will not operate WARNING • Check fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, unplug power cord or Automatic dishwasher detergent is left in dispenser open household circuit breaker to dishwasher •...
Operation Basic Operation User Operation For dishes to wash properly, consumer must load 1. Load dishes correctly—so spray gets to all surfaces. dishwasher correctly as described in Use and Care 2. Add dishwasher detergent. Section of this manual, and in more detail in the Use 3.
Operation Basic Components Basic Functions Illustration identifies the basic parts of the dishwasher. During normal wash cycle, dishwasher performs these Hot water supply connects to water valve which controls functions. flow through the water fill hose into side of tub. Fill with Hot Water Enough water is necessary to enable good washing action.
Operation Action of wash system is exactly the same for washing and rinsing periods except detergent is introduced during wash period. A covered detergent cup is tripped and detergent is dispensed during main wash period (after fourth water fill in Normal Wash cycles). First wash action period is usually called Pre-wash .
Operation Highly featured models have Water Temperature Boost Inlet, Tub, and Thermostat Temperatures using calrod heater during wash periods. A timer is Drawing shows locations where water temperature is used to extend wash period and heat water for a measured. specified time.
Operating Instructions CDU300 Note: Before operating dishwasher, read "Important Safety Instructions" section in User Maintenance Instructions. 1. Push POTS & PANS or NORMAL WASH button, as desired. 2. Select HEATED DRY or NATURAL DRY . 3. Select POTS & PANS or NORMAL WASH cycle by turning knob to START . Select LIGHT WASH, RINSE &...
Operating Instructions ADU3000 Note: Before operating dishwasher, read "Important Safety Instructions" section in User Maintenance Instructions. 1. Push WASH TEMP BOOST ON button, if desired. 2. Select HOT DRY or COOL DRY . 3. Select NORMAL WASH cycle by turning knob to START . Select SHORT WASH, RINSE &...
Operating Instructions ADU5000 START SHORT NORMAL WATER TEMP BOOST POTS HEATED WASH & PANS WASH DRYING WATER HEAT DRY/PLATE WARMER NATURAL DRYING RINSE & HOLD Note: Before operating dishwasher, read "Important Safety Instructions" section in User Maintenance Instructions. 1. Push WATER TEMP BOOST ON button, if desired. 2.
Operating Instructions ADU6000 Note: Before operating dishwasher, read "Important Safety Instructions" section in User Maintenance Instructions. 1. Push WATER TEMP BOOST button, if desired. 2. Push HEATED DRYING button, if desired. 3. If START DELAY is desired, turn knob clockwise to desired delay time. 4.
Operating Instructions ADU7000 HRS TO START 1 START SHORT POTS HEAVY NORMAL LIGHT CHINA RINSE WATER TEMP BOOST HEATED NATURAL WASH & PANS WASH WASH WASH CRYSTAL DRYING & HOLD DRYING WATER HEAT START DELAY DRY/PLATE WARMER Note: Before operating dishwasher, read "Important Safety Instructions" section in User Maintenance Instructions. 1.
Service Information Water Valve and Inlet System • Solenoid De-energized: Plunger closes center hole in diaphragm. Water through bleeder hole causes Fill hose runs up left side of tub and is fastened by a pressure in plunger guide to push down diaphragm clamp to fill funnel.
Service Information Chart shown below outlines plumbing corrections that are recommended to reduce or eliminate water valve noise. POSSIBLE CAUSE REPAIR Drain air gap restricted. Clean air gap. Kink in drain hose. Replace or reposition hose. Disposer stopped up. Run the disposer to clean it out. (Some installations don’t Clean out dishwasher port.
Service Information Motor/Pump Mechanism and Boots If motor hums but does not pump, the cause may mechanical lockup or frozen bearings, check: Pump mechanism is supported by wire hangers from 1. Remove power. Try to turn fan blade clockwise to metal plate under dishwasher tub.
Service Information 2. Remove pump impeller. Hold motor fan blades and Motor/Pump Replacement Parts turn impeller with pliers. The entire mechanism, including drain solenoid and 3. Remove seal from impeller. Seal presses in place by associated parts, is available as a replacement part. In hand.
Service Information Drain Solenoid Spray Arm Spray arm speed should be between 12 and 35 RPM. WARNING 1. Spray arm must rotate freely. If it binds, remove tower (right hand threads). Power must be disconnected before attempting to measure electrical resistance. 2.
Service Information Filter System Filter and Drain 1. Remove filter screen. Check piston valve for jamming by toothpick or other object. Remove valve and check spring and rubber parts. 2. Check routing of hose system for kinks. 3. Drain line check valve must pass water in drain line direction only.
Service Information Tub Corner Baffles Detergent Cup Cover And Latch The detergent cup is molded as part of inner door panel. Two black baffles are used at front lower corners of tub. A cam on timer trips cup cover and rinse agent injector. Use waterproof rubber cement on surface contacting tub and press baffles in place during installation.
Service Information Drying Vent Push Button Switches The grid and baffle are welded together for a one-piece Switch contacts are opened or closed when a specific assembly, mounted by two screws. push button cycle selection is pressed in. Together with switches in timer control, push button switches set up Inner door flange above vent is flame treated to keep specific electrical circuits for cycle selected.
Service Information Switch Contact Chart WARNING A chart titled “Switch” is included with timer cam chart Power must be disconnected before attempting to and schematic wiring diagram in all mini-manuals. This measure electrical resistance. chart tells which switch contacts are open and closed when each of the push buttons is depressed.
Service Information Snap On Electrical Components Cover Latch Interlock Switches Two interlock switches are used and snap in place. CAUTION Assemble with flat end of coil spring pointing to left as shown. Always replace snap on electrical component covers after service is completed. Remove two screws at top of door.
Service Information Door Latch Harness leads go directly from timer connector plug or push button switch terminals to components. Door latch mechanism fits onto rear of inner door panel Testing and is replaceable as an assembly. Check voltage at a component (such as water valve or a Mechanism can be left in place, and can be latched to pump motor) before replacing as being inoperative.