Amana ARB2217CW Owner's Manual page 22

Trouble shooting,
PROBLEM
Crisper drawers do not
close freely
Refrigerator runs too
frequently
Ice
PROBLEM
Refrigerator is leaking water Plastic tubing was used to complete water
Ice forms in inlet tube to
ice maker
Water flow is slower than
normal
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cont.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Contents of drawer, or positioning of items
in the surrounding compartment could be
obstructing drawer.
Drawer is not in proper position.
Refrigerator is not level.
Drawer channels are dirty or need treatment.
Doors have been opened frequently or for
long periods of time.
Humidity or heat in surrounding area is high.
Food has recently been added.
Refrigerator is exposed to heat by
environment or by appliances nearby.
Condenser coils are dirty.
Controls need to be adjusted.
Door is not closing properly.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
connection.
Improper water valve was installed.
Water pressure is low.
Freezer temperature is too high.
Water pressure is low.
Improper water valve was installed.
WHAT TO DO
Reposition food items and containers to avoid interference with
the drawers.
See crisper drawer section for proper placement.
See How to Level Your Refrigerator for details on how to level
your refrigerator.
Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer channels.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.
Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has
been opened.
Normal operation.
Allow time for recently added food to reach refrigerator or
freezer temperature.
Evaluate your refrigerator's environment. Refrigerator may need
to be moved to run more efficiently.
Clean according to cleaning instructions in your Owner's Manual.
See controls section in your Owner's Manual for assistance
on how to adjust your controls.
Refrigerator is not level. See How to Level Your Refrigerator
for details on how to level your refrigerator.
Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according
to cleaning instructions in Owner's Manual.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from closing
properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets, oversized
or improperly stored containers or foodstuffs, etc.)
WHAT TO DO
The manufacturer recommends using copper tubing for installation.
Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage. The manufac-
turer is not responsible for property damage due to
improper installation or water connection.
Check water connection procedure in the chapter called
Installing Your Refrigerator. Self-piercing and
cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time.
The manufacturer is not responsible for property damage
due to improper installation or water connection.
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square
inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per
square inch is recommended for refrigerators with water filters.
See controls section in chapter called Installing Your
Refrigerator on how to adjust your controls. Freezer is
recommended to be between 0 to 2° F (-18 to –17° C).
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square
inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per
square inch is recommended for refrigerators with water filters.
Check water connection procedure in the chapter called
Installing Your Refrigerator. Self-piercing and
cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time.
The manufacturer is not responsible for property damage
due to improper installation or water connection.
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