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  • Page 1 Side-by-Side Refrigerator Owner's Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Freezer Features Electrical Requirements .......... 2 General ..............18 Model Identification ..........3 Frost Free System ..........18 Installation Information Automatic Ice Maker ..........18 General ..............4 Storage System ........... 19 Removing Handles ..........4 Door Dike............. 19 Removing Doors ..........

  • Page 3: Model Identification

    Keep a copy of sales receipt for future reference. Locate an authorized servicer by calling 1-800-NATLSVC (628-5782) inside U.S.A. and 319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. Warranty service must be performed by an authorized servicer. Amana Refrigeration, Inc. also recommends contacting an authorized servicer if service is required after warranty expires.

  • Page 4: Installation Information General

    Installation Information General Caution To avoid personal injury, wear gloves when installing refrigerator. Caution To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs or other protective material. Removing Handles Crystal Choice Dispenser Models Remove crushed/cubed ice switch cover on dispenser by placing taped edge of putty knife underneath cover and pulling forward.

  • Page 5: Removing Doors

    Removing Doors Caution To avoid personal injury or property damage, two people should remove and rehang doors. Remove toe grille by pulling forward. Electronic Control Models Unplug wiring harness from voltage box in center of refrigerator cabinet behind toe grille. Crystal Choice Dispenser Models Loosen screw from water tube clamp on left side of refrigerator cabinet behind toe grille.

  • Page 6: Aligning Doors And Leveling Refrigerator

    WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, green ground wire must remain attached to wire connectors. Electronic Control and Crystal Choice Dispenser Models Unplug top hinge wire connectors. Remove top hinge screws then top hinges. Remove doors by lifting doors off bottom hinges.

  • Page 7: Connecting Ice Maker

    Before connecting ice maker, contact a plumber to connect copper tubing to household plumbing in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Do not use self-piercing valve. Amana Refrigeration, Inc. is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection.
  • Page 8 Assemble water valve coupling by removing nut and sleeve from adapter fitting. Slide brass nut Hose Washer and sleeve over end of copper tubing. Insert copper tubing completely into adapter fitting. Adapter Fitting Confirm hose washer is in place by checking adapter fitting.

  • Page 9: Model Diagram

    Model Diagram Active Temperature Control Snack Chiller Refrigerator and Freezer Controls Chilled Beverage Center (nonelectronic controls) Door Bucket SpilLimit Shelf Door Shelf Slide Out Shelf Adjustable Divider Fine Foods Chiller Automatic Ice Maker Produce Crispers Storage System Covered Multipurpose Bucket Door Dike Dairy Center Tall Package Retainer...

  • Page 10: Active Temperature Control

    Setting Controls This refrigerator operates most efficiently in normal household temperatures of 55° to 110°F. (13 C to 43 C.). Active Themperature Control Locate active temperature control on upper rear wall of refrigerator section. Active temperature control operates independently of freezer control. A hidden thermostatic sensor measures refrigerator air temperature constantly.

  • Page 11: Electronic

    Electronic Controls (electronic models) Confirm power switch is on before programming. Locate black box in center of cabinet behind toe grille. Power switch is on right side of box. Locate electronic control panel on refrigerator between handles. Press * pad to activate control panel. All other pads, except for Alarm Off pad, remain inactive until * pad is pressed.
  • Page 12 Entry Tone Entry tone indicates a pad was pressed and command was read and accepted. Deactivate entry tone by pressing and holding * pad for three to five seconds. Three short beeps indicate instructions were accepted. Repeat above to activate entry tone.

  • Page 13: General

    Refrigerator Features General Caution To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure before replacing items on shelf. SpilLimit Shelves SpilLimit shelves adjust to meet storage needs and hold simple spills for easier cleaning. Caution To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully.

  • Page 14: Fine Foods Chiller

    Fine Foods Chiller Fine foods chiller features a drawer inside a sleeve. Air circulates between drawer and sleeve. This keeps food fresh longer and up to 5°F. (3 C.) colder than refrigerator section. Locate control on front trim to adjust amount of air circulating between drawer and sleeve.

  • Page 15: Dairy Center

    Dairy Center Remove door by opening door, pushing in slightly near hinges and pulling out. Remove shelf by lifting and pulling out. Replace door and shelf by reversing steps. Snack Chiller Snack chiller stores small items and snacks in a convenient location.

  • Page 16: Chilled Beverage Center

    Chilled Beverage Center Chilled beverage center keeps beverages up to 5°F. 3°C.) colder than refrigerator section. Air inlet allows air to pass to chilled beverage center. Locate air inlet on interior wall of refrigerator door. Locate control dial on left front wall of refrigerator section.

  • Page 17: Door Shelves

    Door Shelves Remove slide-style door shelves by lifting and pulling out. Replace slide-style door shelves by reversing step. Remove hook-style door shelves by tapping up each end. Lift bottom of shelf to release hooks. Replace hook-style shelves by inserting hooks and lowering bottom of shelf.

  • Page 18: Freezer Features General

    Freezer Features General Caution To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure before replacing items on shelf. Frost Free System Refrigerator and freezer sections are completely frost- free. Evaporator coil stops frost before frost starts. Defrosting is automatic. Under normal conditions, refrigerator and freezer sections never have to be defrosted.

  • Page 19: Storage System

    Storage System Wire shelves and baskets slide out for easier access of items in back and can be rearranged to meet storage needs. Remove shelves and baskets by lifting and pulling out. Replace shelves and baskets by placing shelves and baskets on side rails. Slide shelves and baskets right and back until round knob is behind Round Knob stop on rail.

  • Page 20: Crystal Choice Dispenser (Some Models)

    Optional Accessories Caution To avoid property damage, do not Contact an Amana dealer for availability of optional dispense ice directly into thin glass, fine accessories such as ice makers, trim kits, etc. china or delicate crystal. Stop ice dispensing by releasing pressure on bar before container is full.

  • Page 21: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Condenser Coils WARNING Clean condenser coil every three months. To avoid electrical shock which can cause Accumulated dust and lint cause the following: severe personal injury or death, disconnect reduced cooling performance power to refrigerator before cleaning. increased energy usage After cleaning, restore power.

  • Page 22: Odor Removal

    Odor Removal Remove all food. Wash all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor and walls according to "General" instructions. Pay special attention to corners, crevices and grooves. Include all accessories, drawers, shelves and gaskets. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wash all bottles, jars and containers before returning food to refrigerator.

  • Page 23: Light Bulbs

    Light Bulbs WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After replacing light bulb, restore power. Caution To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following: Allow light bulb to cool.

  • Page 24: Energy Tips

    Freezer Section Remove ice bucket by lifting bucket and pulling forward. Remove light bulb cover using socket wrench. Replace light bulb cover and ice bucket by reversing steps 1-2. Crystal Chioce Dispenser (some models) Locate light bulb between dispenser arms. Unscrew light bulb and replace with 6-watt, 120-volt bulb.

  • Page 25: Normal Operating Sounds

    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.

  • Page 26: Before Calling For Service

    It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors low water pressure. Do not use self-piercing have been opened frequently. valve. Amana Refrigeration, Inc. is not responsible for property damage due to Water droplets form on outside of refrigerator.

  • Page 27: Factory Service Centers

    Also dispatches service in areas of Oregon Asure Extended Service Plan Amana Refrigeration, Inc. is pleased to offer long-term service protection on this new refrigerator. Asure Extended Service Plan is specially designed to supplement Amana's strong warranty. Asure provides budget- protecting coverage on refrigerator for up to five full years and includes parts, labor and travel charges.

  • Page 28: Nonelectronic Refrigerator Warranty

    LIMITED TEN YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED SYSTEM COMPONENTS FIRST YEAR Amana Refrigeration, Inc. will repair or replace, free of charge, any part which is defective due to workmanship or materials. SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR Amana Refrigeration, Inc. will replace, free of charge, any sealed system component (compressor, condenser, evaporator and interconnecting tubing) and repair any food compartment liner (exclusive of door liner) which is defective due to workmanship or materials.

  • Page 29: Electronic Refrigerator Warranty

    LIMITED TEN YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED SYSTEM COMPONENTS FIRST YEAR Amana Refrigeration, Inc. will repair or replace, free of charge, any part which is defective due to workmanship or materials. SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR Amana Refrigeration, Inc. will replace, free of charge, any electronic control component (high voltage and low voltage P.C.

  • Page 30: Installation Checklist

    Installation Checklist Consumer Installer Doors Doors are aligned with top and side edges of refrigerator cabinet. Doors seal completely to refrigerator cabinet. Handles are solidly attached to doors. Electronic Control and Crystal Choice Dispenser Models If doors were removed to install refrigerator, top hinge wire connectors are reconnected.
  • Page 32 Part No. 10894803 1995 Amana Refrigeration, Inc. Printed in U.S.A. Amana, Iowa 52204...

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