Amana AAC081SRA Service Manual page 11

Troubleshooting information
WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit and
discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service, unless test procedures require
power to be connected. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or
operational.
Corrective Action
Symptom
Excessive noise.
No cooling.
Possible Causes
Fan motor mounting hardware!
bracket loose.
Copper tubing improperly routed.
Compressor internal noise.
No refrigerant charge in sealed system.
Restriction in sealed system.
Compressor faulty.
Rotary Control faulty.
Undercharged, restricted strainer or plugged
capillary tube.
Wattage slowly decreases below
minimum specification.
Check mounting bolts/bracket
for tightness. Tighten if
necessary.
Inspect copper tubing for
excessive vibration. Secure
tubing.
Inspect compressor for proper
operation. Replace.
Test sealed system for leak.
Recharge unit.
Evacuate sealed system.
Remove restriction, recharge
unit.
Check compressor motor
windings for open / shorts.
Replace compressor.
Ensure all control connections
are tight and secure. Check
control for proper operation
and installation. Replace if
faulty.
Test sealed system for proper
charge. Ensure system is free
of leaks/restriction. Repair
Evacuate & recharge
sealed system.
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