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L-90

SERVICE MANUAL

AMANA® COMPACT WASHER
WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUB
NTC3500FW*
* represents engineering versions
W10871034

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  • Page 1: Service Manual

    L-90 SERVICE MANUAL AMANA® COMPACT WASHER WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUB NTC3500FW* * represents engineering versions W10871034...
  • Page 2 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The goal of this Service Manual is to provide information that will enable the In-Home Service Professional to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the “AMANA® COMPACT WASHER.” The objectives of this Service Manual are to: • Understand and follow proper safety precautions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Amana Compact Washer SECTION 1 — GENERAL INFORMATION WASHER SAFETY ..........................1-2 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................1-3 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES .......................1-4 USING THE DISPENSERS ........................1-5 MODEL/SERIAL NUMBER LABEL LOCATION ..................1-6 TECH SHEET LOCATION ........................1-6 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER NOMENCLATURE ................1-7 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........................1-8...

  • Page 4: Amana Compact Washer

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS & WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCES (inside back cover) Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 5: Section 1 - General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Section 1: General Information This section provides general safety, parts, and information for the “Amana® Compact Washer.” n Washer Safety n General Information n Control Panel and Features n Using the Dispensers n Model/Serial Number Location n Tech Sheet Location n Model &...
  • Page 6 You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow WARNING instructions. 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. Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 7 Amana® Compact Washer with Stainless Steel Tub kit, casters and a traditional hook up. The Amana® Compact Washer with its space-efficient 1.5 cu. ft. capacity is stackable and easy to install. With its Stainless Steel Tub, 3 Temperature Settings and 6 Wash Cycles, you’ll get all the options you need to get a load off your mind.

  • Page 8: Control Panel And Features

    Press POWER ON/OFF to turn the washer on or off. Press Press and hold the plus (+) button for 3 seconds to enable once while a cycle is running to stop the washer. or disable the end of cycle signal. Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 9: Using The Dispensers

    It is normal for a small amount of water to remain in the Close the washer lid. Washer will not fill, agitate or spin Use only High Efficiency detergents. The Amana Compact Washer dispenser at the end of a cycle. with the lid open. Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed package will be marked “HE”...

  • Page 10: Model/Serial Number Label Location

    GENERAL INFORMATION Model/Serial Number Label & Tech Sheet Location Model & Serial Number Label Location Figure 8 - Model / Serial Number Location Tech Sheet Location (Access Behind Rear Panel) Figure 9 - Washer Rear Panel Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 11: Model And Serial Number Nomenclature

    GENERAL INFORMATION Model & Serial Number Nomenclature MODEL NUMBER 3500 INTERNATIONAL SALES OR MARKETING CHANNEL BRAND N = Amana ACCESS T = Top Load PRODUCT C = Compact Washer FEATURE SET 3500 = 1.5 Cu. Ft., Stainless Steel Tub YEAR OF INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    Depth : 23" (584 mm) Gross Weight : 78 lbs. (35.38 kg) * Do not place single-dose laundry packets or powder detergent into the dispenser. Add single-dose laundry packets or powder detergent directly to the washer basket. Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 13: Diagnostic Guide

    DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING Section 2: Diagnostics & Troubleshooting This section provides diagnostic, fault codes, and troubleshooting information for the “Amana® Compact Washer.” n Control Panel n Diagnostic Guide n Manual Test Mode n Spin Test n Lid Switch Test n UI/LED Test...
  • Page 14 All tests/checks should be made with a VOM (volt- connectors attached to the boards. ohm-milliammeter) or DVM (digital-voltmeter) having a sensitivity of 20,000 Ω per volt DC or greater. n Resistance checks must be made with washer unplugged or power disconnected. Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 15: Manual Load Test Chart

    Activation of the Hot Water Valve Min-Max water level frequency Activation of the lid lock solenoid (lid Clean Washer will lock) (Release of START will unlock Washer serial number the lid) Press POWER to exit the test. Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 16: Fault/Error Codes

    See TEST #8: Lid Lock Assembly on page 3-15. Lid Lock Malfunction This error code will appear if the washer makes 5 unsuccessful attempts to lock the lid. See TEST #8: Lid Lock Assembly on page 3-15. Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    Manual Load Test, page 2-3. See Test #2: Water Valve, page 3-6. Pressure (water level) sensor. See Test #3: Pressure Sensor, page 3-7. Control problem. See Test #1: UI/Control Board, page 3-4. Continued on next page ... Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 18 Check harness connections between UI/Control Board and drive system. Motor problem. See Test #6a: Drive Motor/Capacitor, page 3-10. Shifter problem. See Test #6b: Shifter Motor/Brake, page 3-12. Control problem. See Test #1: UI/Control Board, page 3-4. Continued on next page ... Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 19 4. Shifter not moving into position. See Spin Test, page 2-3. Fabric damage. 1. Washer overloaded. 2. Bleach added incorrectly. 3. Sharp items in tub. Wrong option or cycle selection. Refer customer to “Use & Care Guide”. Continued on next page ... Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 20: Notes

    Squealing/buzzing/rattling during 1. Worn bearings/shaft. Replace gearcase. spin. 2. Worn suspension rod assembly. Replace suspension rods. 3. Belt/pulley is loose. Adjust or repair as necessary. 4. Load is out of balance. Check that clothes are arranged evenly. Notes Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 21: Section 3 - Component Testing

    COMPONENT TESTING Section 3: Component Testing This section provides a wiring diagram, control board specifications, testing procedures and strip circuits for the “Amana® Compact Washer.” n Testing: Safety Information n Wiring Diagram n Component Testing n TEST #1: UI/Control Board...
  • Page 22 Any attempt to repair a major appliance may result in personal injury and property damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible, nor assume any liability for injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this data sheet. Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 23 Wiring Diagram COMPONENT TESTING IMPORTANT: Electrostatic discharge may cause damage to machine control electronics. See page 1 for ESD information. For Service Technician Use Only WIRING DIAGRAM Line 1 Neutral Ground +5 VDC Amana Compact Washer Figure 4 - Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 24: Test #1: Ui/Control Board

    Plug in washer or reconnect power. Perform the of needle probes to measure voltage. Failure to use needle Manual Load Test to verify repair. probes may damage the connectors. Continue to next page for UI/Control Board diagram and Control Board connectors & pinouts Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 25 Lid Lock Solenoid CN5-1 Interlock CN5-1 (GY) Interlock CN5-2 Open CN5-2 Open CN5-3 Interlock Motor Blue CN5-3 Interlock Water Inlet Out Of Logic/Low Voltage Connections Lid Lock Amana Compact Washer Valves Capacitor Pressure Sensor Solenoid CN6-1 Water Level Sensor CN6-2...

  • Page 26: Test #2: Water Valves

    Figure 1 - Water Valve Assembly WATER VALVES WATER VALVES MAIN BOARD MAIN BOARD HOT VALVE CN3-1 CN1-1 CN1-3 COLD VALVE CN3-3 WATER INLET VALVES 900 - 1,320 Figure 2 - Water Valves Strip Circuit Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 27: Test #3: Pressure Sensor

    Pressure Hose to Tub cabinet and not pinched or crimped inside the console or by the back panel. Figure 2 PRESSURE SENSOR PRESSURE SENSOR MAIN BOARD MAIN BOARD PRESSURE SENSOR CN6-2 CN6-1 Figure 3 - Pressure Sensor Strip Circuit Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 28: Test #4: Ui/Led Test

    LOAD button TEMP button button to exit the 7-segment display. turns on/off each turns on/off each turns on/off each UI/LED Test Mode. corresponding corresponding corresponding cycle indicator. load size indicator. temperature indicator. Figure 1 - User Interface Test Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 29: Test #5: Drain Pump

    Manual Load Test on page 2-4 to verify repair. Figure 1 - UI/LED Test DRAIN PUMP DRAIN PUMP MAIN BOARD MAIN BOARD DRAIN PUMP CN4-1 CN1-3 CN1-1 14.24 - 17.4 Figure 2 - Drain Pump Strip Circuit Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 30: Test #6A: Drive Motor/Capacitor

    1. MOTOR & CAPACITOR DRIVE MOTOR MAIN BOARD MAIN BOARD RUN CAP 30 uF CN2-1 6.9 - 8.8 Ω THERMAL CN1-3 CN1-1 7.1 - 9.0 Ω CN2-3 DRIVE MOTOR Figure 1 - Drive Motor Strip Circuit 3-10 Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 31 17. Discharge the capacitor by touching the leads of a 20,000 ohm resistor to the two terminals of the capacitor connector. Figure 2 - Drive System Components Actuator Shifter Motor Figure 3 - Run Capacitor Drive Belt Drive Motor Gearcase Pulley Motor Pulley Amana Compact Washer 3-11...

  • Page 32: Test #6B: Shifter Motor/Brake

    ¾ Yes, both the impeller and basket move. Replace the ¾ If there is no continuity, replace the harness between gearcase assembly. SHIFTER MOTOR SHIFTER MOTOR MAIN BOARD MAIN BOARD SHIFTER MOTOR CN1-3 CN4-1 CN1-1 984 - 1,476 Figure 2 - Shifter Motor Strip Circuit 3-12 Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 33 Actuator Brake Lining Brake Lever Large Pulley Figure 2 - Shifter & Brake Components - Back Panel View Shifter Motor Actuator Brake Lever Gearcase Figure 3 - Shifter Motor & Brake Components - View From Bottom Amana Compact Washer 3-13...

  • Page 34: Test #7: Out Of Balance Switch

    Reassemble all parts and panels and retest. OUT OF BALANCE SWITCH UT OF BALANCE SW MAIN BOARD MAIN BOARD OUT OF BALANCE SW CN8-1 CN8-2 NORMALLY CLOSED Figure 1 - Out of Balance Switch Strip Circuit 3-14 Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 35: Test #8: Lid Lock Assembly

    LID LOCK ASSEMBLY MAIN BOARD LID LOCK ASSY LOCK SOLENOID CN5-1 76-94 W CN5-3 LOCK SWITCH CN7-1 LOCK SW INPUT CN7-3 + 5 VDC LID REED SW INPUT CN7-2 LID REED SWITCH Figure 1 - Lid Lock Schematic Amana Compact Washer 3-15...

  • Page 36: Notes

    TESTING COMPONENT Notes 3-16 Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 37: Section 4 - Component Access

    COMPONENT ACCESS Section 4: Component Access This section provides service parts, assemblies, and component locations for the “Amana® Compact Washer.” n Parts & Assemblies-Top & Control Parts n Parts & Assemblies-Cabinet Parts n Parts & Assemblies-Basket & Gear Parts n Component Locations-Washer Top...

  • Page 38: Component Access

    7. Switch, Pressure 18. Connector, Water Valve 8. Clamp, Hose 19. Valve, Water Inlet 9. Hose, Pressure Switch 20. Main Harness 10. Sleeve, Hose 21. Drawer, Detergent 11. Screw 22. Latch, Lid Lock 12. Machine Control Unit 23. Cover, Lid Lock 13. Screw 24. Bezel, Bleach Dispenser 14. Cover, Control (Upper) 25. Cap, Inlet Valve 15. Cover, Control (Lower) Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 39 13. Foil, Aluminum (Left & Right Base) 25. Wheel Caster (Left) 31. Absorber, Impact 14. Handle 26. Screw 32. Hose Coupler Assembly 15. Plug, Cabinet 27. Cup, Overflow Hopper 33. Bracket, Drain Hose 16. Sound Absorber (Cabinet) 28. Clamp, Wire 34. Clamp, Hose 17. Clamp, Hose 29. Sound Absorber (Base) 18. Hose (Tub to Pump) 35. Pin, Suspension Retainer 30. Foil, Aluminum (Front Base) 36. Feet, Leveling (Set of 4) 19. Clamp, Hose Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 40 25. Bracket, Actuator 10. Screw 26. Screw 11. Hose, Overflow 27. Spacer (Motor) 12. Suspension Damper 28. Screw Assembly (Includes 3 standard, 29. Motor, Drive 1 motor side, 4 ball seats, and 4 30. Pulley, Motor retainer pins) 31. Belt, Drive 13. Tub 32. Bracket, Motor Support 14. Bolt 33. Screw 15. Clamp, Hose 16. Hose, Pressure Switch Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 41 Component Locations WASHER TOP Detergent Drawer Lint Filter Basket Assembly Impeller Lid Lock Notch Bleach Dispenser User Interface (UI) UNDER TOP PANEL UI/Control Board Lid Lock Assembly Detergent Drawer UI/Control Board & Lock Harness Out of Balance Switch Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 42 COMPONENT ACCESS Component Locations BEHIND BACK PANEL Power Cord Water Inlet Valves Out of Balance Switch Tub Assembly Pressure Hose Pressure Dome Suspension Damper Motor & Shifter Connector Bundle Drain Pump Drain Hose Drain Outlet Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 43 COMPONENT ACCESS Component Locations TOP REAR COVER Lid Handle User Interface Air Vent Lid Assembly Pressure Switch Off Balance Switch Cold Inlet Valve Hot Inlet Valve Water Inlet Valve Assembly Amana Compact Washer...

  • Page 44: Notes

    COMPONENT ACCESS Notes Amana Compact Washer...
  • Page 45 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS & WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCES IN THE UNITED STATES: FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CALL: FOR WHIRLPOOL PRODUCTS: 1-800-253-1301 FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WHILE AT THE CUSTOMER’S HOME CALL: THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE LINE: 1-800-832-7174 HAVE YOUR STORE NUMBER READY TO IDENTIFY YOU AS AN AUTHORIZED IN-HOME SERVICE PROFESSIONAL FOR LITERATURE ORDERS (CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER): PHONE: 1-800-851-4605...

  • Page 46: Amana Compact Washer

    AMANA® COMPACT WASHER WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUB W10871034...

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