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Amana ATX 518 VW Service Manual

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Service
"V" Model International
Top Mount Refrigerators
Refer to Technical Information for
values and wiring schematics.
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.
Models and manufacturing
numbers in this manual
ATX 518 VW P1322503W W
HT600W P1322901W W
TR521VW P1322601W W
TR525VW P1322701W W
TW518VW P1322501W W
TX518VW P1322502W W
RS5280001
Revision 0
September 2001

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  • Page 1 Refer to Technical Information for values and wiring schematics. 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.

  • Page 2: Important Information

    (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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Information ..........2 Defrost Timer ............40 Owner’ s Manual Moisture Control Heater Switch ......41 Installation Instructions .......... 6 Refrigerator Light Switch ........41 Controls ..............9 Center Mullion ............. 41 Fresh Food Features ........... 10 Light Lens and Light Bulbs ........

  • Page 4: Rs5280001 Rev. 0

    Table of Contents Kit Instructions DT17, DT18 and DT19 Kits ........55 DT14 And DT15 1/4” Top Freezer Refrigerator Trim Kit ...... 57 TDMK14 And TDMK15 Top Freezer Refrigerator Trim Kits ....63 RS5280001 Rev. 0...
  • Page 5 Purchase replacement parts and additional accessories (e.g. refrigerator shelves) over the phone. To order Servicing of Earthed Appliances accessories for your Amana product. Refer to your local The standard accepted color coding for earth wires is distributor. green or green with yellow stripe. These earth leads are Proper Disposal of your not to be used as current carrying conductors.

  • Page 6: Owner's Manual Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Proper installation will ensure that this refrigerator • Make sure refrigerator cabinet is level from side to operates most efficiently. Amana cannot be responsible side by adjusting left and right roller adjustment for improper installation. screw. Turn stabilizing leg (some models) clockwise until firmly against floor.
  • Page 7 Owner's Manual A. End cap B. Handle screws C. End Caps Handle removal • Remove end cap from top of freezer handle using a screwdriver with the blade covered with masking A. 5/16" screws B. Door closure tape. Remove one top and two bottom mounting C.
  • Page 8 Owner's Manual • Place freezer door on center hinge and door closure. Install top hinge and shims on opposite side of cabinet using hex nut driver. Snap hinge CAUTION cover in place on hinge. • Use a penny at top to space door "...

  • Page 9: Controls

    Owner's Manual Controls This refrigerator operates at household temperatures of Procedure 55° to 110°F (13° to 43°C). 1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ® Controls ® Fresh Food and Deepfreeze controls are located on center divider between Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ®...

  • Page 10: Fresh Food Features

    Owner's Manual Fresh Food Features ™ Chiller Fresh System (Some models) Caution ™ Chiller Fresh system features a drawer inside a sleeve. Air circulates between drawer and sleeve. This system To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure keeps food fresh longer and up to 5°F (3°C) colder than before placing items on shelf.
  • Page 11 Owner's Manual Storage Rack (Some models) ™ Garden Fresh Crispers (Some models) ™ Storage rack provides convenient storage for items such Garden Fresh crispers keep produce fresh longer. as a large bottle, eggs, etc. Wrap produce tightly. Do not wash produce before •...
  • Page 12 Owner's Manual Dairy Center Door Buckets Dairy center provides convenient storage for items such Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage needs. as butter, cheese, etc. • Remove door buckets by pushing tabs toward center • Remove dairy center by lifting door, pushing tabs and pulling out.

  • Page 13: Deepfreeze Features

    Owner's Manual Deepfreeze ® Features Adjustable Divider (Some models) Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to Caution meet individual storage needs. Divider fits in any door To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure bucket or door shelf. before replacing items on shelf.
  • Page 14 Owner's Manual Ice Service Rack (Some models) Wire Rack (Some models) Ice service rack provides easy access of ice cube trays Wire rack provides space saving storage above or below and ice bucket. wire shelf. Move ice service rack by completing the following steps. •...

  • Page 15: Care And Cleaning

    Owner's Manual Care and Cleaning 8. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers. 9. Complete steps 2-3. WARNING Contact your Distributor if odor was still not eliminated or To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe call 001-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning.
  • Page 16 Owner's Manual Energy Tips Glass Shelves This refrigerator is designed to be one of the most energy efficient refrigerators available. Reduce energy use by observing the following. Caution • Operate in normal household temperatures of 55° to 110°F (13° to 43°C) away from heat sources and To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle direct sunlight.

  • Page 17: Normal Operating Sounds

    • Call your Distributor or 001-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. to locate an authorized Amana technician. 5. Defrost timer sounds like an electric clock and snaps in and out of defrost cycle. Food temperature appears too warm.
  • Page 18 Self-piercing valves cause low water pressure. Amana recommends using a saddle valve. Contact your dealer for availability. Do not use self-piercing valve. Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting Chart WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Troubleshooting chart on following pages contains symptoms that may be seen in malfunctioning units.
  • Page 20 Troubleshooting Chart WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action...
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting Chart WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action...

  • Page 22: System Diagnosis

    System Diagnosis Pressure and Temperature Relationship Chart See “ Service Procedures” section for additional information about items in this chart. For specific temperatures and pressure, see Technical Data Sheet for unit being repaired. Suction Head T1 Inlet T2 Outlet T3 Suction Wattage Pressure Pressure...

  • Page 23: Component Testing

    Component Testing Component Description Test Procedures Capacitor Run capacitor connects to relay terminal 3 and L side of line. WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, discharge capacitor through a resistor before handling. Disconnect power to refrigerator. Remove capacitor cover and disconnect capacitor wires.
  • Page 24 Component Testing Component Description Test Procedures Compressor When compressor electrical circuit is Resistance test energized, the start winding current Disconnect power to unit. causes relay to heat. After an amount of Discharge capacitor by shorting across terminals with a resistor for 1 starting time, the start winding circuit minute.
  • Page 25 Component Testing Component Description Test Procedures Condenser Condenser is a tube and wire Leaks in condenser can usually be detected by using an electronic leak detector construction located in machine or soap solution. Look for signs of compressor oil when checking for leaks. A compartment.
  • Page 26 NOTE: Drier used in R12 sealed system is not interchangeable with drier used in R134a sealed system. Always replace drier in R134a Desiccant (20) 8 x 12 4AXH - 7 M>S> - system with Amana part number B2150504. Grams Before opening refrigeration system, recover HFC134a refrigerant for safe disposal.
  • Page 27 Component Testing Component Description Test Procedures Heater, evaporator Activated when defrost thermostat, Check resistance across heater. (defrost) defrost timer, and freezer control complete circuit through heater. To check defrost system Thermocouple defrost thermostat and plug refrigerator into wattmeter. Force into defrost mode. Wattmeter should read specified watts (according to tech sheet).
  • Page 28 Component Testing Component Description Test Procedures Switch, moisture Two position, single throw switch in To check switch: control (energy series with hot side of circuit. Place switch in OFF position. saver) Read resistance from red lead to violet lead. Should indicate open circuit. OFF position opens circuit to heater.

  • Page 29: Service Procedures

    Service Procedures WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Service Equipment Drier Replacement Listed below is equipment needed for proper...

  • Page 30: Refrigerant Precautions

    Service Procedures WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Refrigerant Precautions To AC supply WARNING...

  • Page 31: Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System

    Service Procedures WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all eathing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Testing Systems Containing No Refrigerant Charge Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System 1.

  • Page 32: Restrictions

    Testing for Restrictions NOTE: Do not use captured or recycled refrigerant in To determine if a restriction exists: Amana units. Captured or recycled refrigerant 1. Attach gauge and manifold between suction and voids any Amana and/or compressor discharge sides of sealed system.

  • Page 33: Evacuation And Charging

    Service Procedures WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Evacuation and Charging CAUTION High Side Gauge...

  • Page 34: Charging

    Refrigerant Charge NOTE: Do not use captured or recycled refrigerant in Refrigerant charge in all capillary tube systems is Amana units. Captured or recycled refrigerant critical and exact amount is required for proper voids any warranty. performance. Factory charges are shown on serial plate.

  • Page 35: Hfc134A Service Information

    Service Procedures WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. HFC134a Service Information CAUTION HFC134a is alternative refrigerant for CFC12.

  • Page 36: Replacement Service Compressor

    Service Procedures WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Replacement Service Compressor Brazing HFC134a service compressors will be charged with...

  • Page 37: Refrigerant Flow Diagram

    Refrigerant Flow EVAPORATOR SUCTION TUBE CAPILLARY TUBE SUBCOOLER PROCESS TUBE COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE TUBE DRIER CONDENSER “V” Model Top Mount Refrigerant Flow Diagram RS5280001 Rev. 0...

  • Page 38: Air Flow Diagram

    Cabinet Air Flow EVAPORATOR FREEZER AIR RETURN FRESH FOOD AIR RETURN FRESH FOOD AIR SUPPLY CONDENSER FAN ASSEMBLY CONDENSER COMPRESSOR “V” Model Top Mount Air Flow Diagram RS5280001 Rev. 0...

  • Page 39: Typical External Sweat Pattern

    Typical External Sweat Pattern BACK BOTTOM FREEZER DOOR CENTER MULLION TOP REFRIGERATOR DOOR BOTTOM REFRIGERATOR DOOR CLASSIFICATIONS OF CONDENSATION 1 = Haze or Fog 2 = Beading 3 = Beads or Small Drops LOWER MULLION 4 = Drops Running Together SIDE FRONT SIDE...

  • Page 40: Disassembly

    Disassembly WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Cabinet Components Doors Freezer and Refrigerator Doors...

  • Page 41: Moisture Control Heater Switch

    Disassembly WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Evaporator Moisture Control Heater Switch 1.

  • Page 42: Evaporator Defrost Heater

    Disassembly WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Evaporator Defrost Heater Evaporator Fan Motor See Drain block disassembly procedure.

  • Page 43: Front Roller Assembly

    3. Remove two hex head screws mounting roller Replace drier when performing a sealed system bracket housing. repair with Amana drier. 4. Remove roller bracket housing from under cabinet. 2. Remove one bolt from left rear and one bolt from 5.

  • Page 44: Compressor Run Capacitor (Fan Shroud Mounted)

    Disassembly WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. and pull relay off compressor start and run terminals.

  • Page 45: Condenser

    Disassembly WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a 10,000 ohm resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all earthing wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. NOTE: Install new or reuse compressor grommets in reassembly.

  • Page 46: Ice Maker

    Ice Maker The test holes are identified as N, M, V, etc. Operation Specifications When the thermostat has sensed temperature -8.3° Mold Heater - 185 Watts, 264 Ohms ±1.5° C (17° ±3° F), the thermostat closes. The cur- Thermostat - Close -8 ±1°C (17 ±3°F) rent now has a path through the thermostat to the mo- (Bimetal) Opens 0°...

  • Page 47: Shunt Connection

    Ice Maker Shunt Connection A wire shunt made from an insulated piece of 14- gauge wire with the ends stripped back about 5/8 inch (1.5 cm). MODULE OHMMETER CHECKS (NO POWER TO ICE MAKER & EJECTOR Module, Motor, and Support Assembly BLADES IN END OF CYCLE POSITION) Insert phillips driver in access ports in module.

  • Page 48: Fill Cup

    Ice Maker Fill Cup Remove module and support assembly. Remove CAUTION ejector blades and shut-off arm. Pull fill cup from mold. To avoid damange to main assembly, do not rotate blades or drive gear. Forcefully pull cup up Remove appro pria te a nd ou t o f slot.

  • Page 49: Water Fill Adjustment

    Ice Maker Water Fill Adjustment Water Problems Turning the water level adjustment screw will move Water quality can cause ice makers to fail, or produce the contact in its relationship with the contact ring seg- unacceptable cubes. If mineral content or sand is a ment.

  • Page 50: Servicing Thermostat

    Ice Maker CAUTION Servicing Thermostat The thermostat can be removed and replaced having To avoid property damage, always test for water been diagnosed as inoperative. Remove control box leaks after repair or replacement of the water valve. from mold by taking out two phillips screws. Do not over tighten connection to household water supply.

  • Page 51: Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart

    Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart I. NO ICE/LOW ICE PRODUCTION 1. Freezer not cold enough 1. Adjust Freezer or Repair Freezer 2. Broken Locking Tab on Vertical Cam 2. Change Ice Maker Module 3. Module Shut-Off Switch And Contacts Shorted & 3.
  • Page 52 Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart NO ICE/LOW ICE PRODUCTION (cont.) 5. Check Ejector Position (cont) B. 3:00 Ejector Position Contamination 1. Replace Ice Maker Module Cube Jammed (Notice Size of Cube, 2. Un-Jam Cubes Hollow?) Ice Maker or Refrigerator Not Level 3.
  • Page 53 Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart II. OVER PRODUCTION OF ICE Bail Shut-off Arm Not in Actuator Replace Bail Shut-off Arm in Actuator, Note for Loose Fit 2. Misformed Bail Shut-off Arm Replace Bail Shut-off Arm 3. Shut-Off Lever Broken or Bypassing Vertical Cam Replace Ice Maker Module 4.
  • Page 54 Ice Maker Wiring Diagram and Parts Layout RS5280001 Rev. 0...
  • Page 55 Kit Instructions DT17, DT18 and DT19 Top Freezer Refrigerator Trim Kits Installation Instructions Decorator Panel Dimensions Introduction Listed below are required height x width dimensions for RECOGNIZE THIS SYMBOL AS A decorator panels. Panels are not supplied with this kit SAFETY PRECAUTION and can be purchased locally.
  • Page 56 Kit Instructions Procedure 15. Place door stop on door bottom. Insert and tighten screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Insert and tighten screws on opposite side of door with a Phillips Caution screwdriver. To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other 16.

  • Page 57: Top Freezer Refrigerator Trim Kit

    Freezer: installation. If parts are missing, contact the Up to 6.8 kilograms refrigerator: Up to 13.6 kilograms local Amana dealer. Part numbers are not used in installation instructions. Use parts list only for ordering. RS5280001 Rev. 0...
  • Page 58 Kit Instructions 510 liter and 538 liter Units On both doors, remove screws from top and Freezer Door Panel 18-23/32" x 28-7/8" bottom of each handle. 47.54 cm x 73.34 cm Refrigerator Door Panel 28-7/8" x 39-27/32" 73.34 cm x 101.20 cm 594 liter and 623 liter Units Freezer Door Panel 19-7/32"...
  • Page 59 Kit Instructions Install decorator panel on front of refrigerator door. Install the handle (left) side 6.35 mm trim on pre-cut To prevent scratching refrigerator door when refrigerator panel. sliding panel into trim slots, cover outside edges Be sure front surface of trim piece faces decora- of rear panel surface with masking tape and put tor surface of pre-cut panel.
  • Page 60 Kit Instructions Press handle (left) side trim into place over the IMPORTANT: Permanent-type, double-sided adhesive edges of trim on top and bottom of door. tape is attached to all trim pieces for easy installation. Before peeling away paper backing from tape, check the fit of the trim pieces and be sure you understand how to install each one.
  • Page 61 Kit Instructions Repeat Step 8 to install trim on each of the three 10. Attach handle (left) side trim to freezer door. remaining sides of the freezer panel. Remove paper backing from alternating adhe- sive tape. Install decorator panel on front of freezer door. A.
  • Page 62 Kit Instructions 11. Re-attach freezer door handle. Secure screws on side and bottom of handle. Re-install screw cap cover by snapping into place. RS5280001 Rev. 0...

  • Page 63: Tdmk14 And Tdmk15 Top Freezer Refrigerator Trim Kits

    NOTE: Use only supplied parts. Check the kit to be Liter Units sure all parts are included before starting installation. If parts are missing, contact the PART local Amana dealer. ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER Part numbers are not used in installation instructions.
  • Page 64 Kit Instructions To avoid personal injury or property damage, use only To avoid personal injury or property damage from panels within recommended weight range. Freezer: falling doors during removal and installation, use Up to 15 pounds refrigerator: Up to 30 pounds strapping (safety) tape on the left and right corners of the freezer and refrigerator doors to temporarily hold 510 and 538 Liter Units...
  • Page 65 Kit Instructions Remove top freezer door hinge cover. Remove center hinge-pin. Raise rear of hinge cover about 6.35 mm Use hex-head nutdriver to loosen screws. Slide cover toward front and remove from hinge. Release center hinge-pin by pulling it straight up with holding refrigerator door closed.
  • Page 66 Kit Instructions IMPORTANT: Permanent-type, double-sided adhesive On both doors, remove and save screws from tape is attached to all trim pieces for easy top and bottom of each handle. installation. Before peeling away paper backing from tape, check the fit of the trim pieces and be sure you understand how to install each one.
  • Page 67 Kit Instructions On the hinge (right) side of the door, use two (2) Align screw holes. Phillips screws to secure trim. Remove paper backing from adhesive on trim and press into place. 11. Remove refrigerator door stop from bottom of door, On the side of the door opposite the hinge, use using a Phillips screwdriver to remove two (2) screws.
  • Page 68 Kit Instructions 15. Install hinge (right) side trim on refrigerator door. Be Re-attach center hinge-pin on top side of door sure holes in trim align with holes in door. using hex-head nutdriver. Remove paper backing from adhesive on hinge (right) side trim and press into place over the edges of trim on top and bottom of door.
  • Page 69 Kit Instructions Remove paper backing from alternating adhe- 19. Re-attach refrigerator door handle. sive tape. Secure screws on top and side of handle. Press handle (left) side trim into place over the edges of trim on top and bottom of door. Re-install screw cap cover by snapping into place.
  • Page 70 Kit Instructions 21. Remove freezer door stop from bottom of freezer door, using a Phillips screwdriver to remove and save two (2) screws. 23. Re-install freezer door stop, using a Phillips screw- driver to secure door stop by replacing the two (2) screws.
  • Page 71 Kit Instructions 25. Install hinge (right) side trim on freezer door. Be sure holes in trim align with holes in door. Remove 28. Install decorator panel on front of freezer door. paper backing from adhesive on hinge (right) side To prevent scratching freezer door when sliding trim and press into place over edges of trim on top and panel into trim slots, cover outside edges of rear bottom of door.
  • Page 72 Kit Instructions 30. Re-attach freezer door handle. Secure screws on bottom and side of handle. Re-install screw cap cover by snapping into place. 31. Install freezer side-trim hole plug supplied with kit. Installation of 3.175 mm trim kit is now complete. RS5280001 Rev.

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