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18, 21, & 22 Cu. Ft.
Bottom Mount Refrigerators
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
This Base Manual covers 18, 21, and
22 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Refrigerators.
Refer to individual Technical Sheet
for specific information on models.
RS1200004
Revision 0
May 2001
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- Page 1 18, 21, & 22 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Refrigerators 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 RS1200004...
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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 performing service on your own product, assume responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Refrigerant Flow 18, 21, 22 cu. ft ........18 Appendix C Cabinet Air Flow 21, 22 cu. ft ........19 Owner’s Manual..........C-2 18 cu. ft Cabinet Air Flow Diagram ......20 Machine Compartment Air Flow Diagram ..... 21 Typical External Sweat Pattern........22 Troubleshooting Chart..........23 System Diagnosis ............ -
Page 4: Product Design
Product Design 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Refrigeration System Refrigerated Chiller Fresh Deli Drawer Compressor forces high temperature vapor into fan... -
Page 5: Component Testing
Component Testing 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Component Description Test Procedures... - Page 6 Component Testing 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Component Description Test Procedures...
- Page 7 Component Testing 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Component Description Test Procedures...
- Page 8 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 9 Component Testing 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Component Description Test Procedures...
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Page 10: 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 ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Service Equipment Drier Replacement Listed below is equipment needed for proper... -
Page 11: 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 ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Refrigerant Precautions To AC supply WARNING... -
Page 12: 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 ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Testing Systems Containing No Refrigerant Charge Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System 1. -
Page 13: Restrictions
Total restriction on the discharge side of compressor, NOTE: Do not use captured or recycled refrigerant in when restriction is between compressor and first half Amana units. Captured or recycled refrigerant of condenser, results in higher than normal head voids any Amana and/or compressor pressure and wattage while low side is being pumped manufacturer's warranty. -
Page 14: 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 ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Evacuation and Charging High Side Gauge Low Side Gauge... -
Page 15: 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 16: 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 ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. HFC134a Service Information CAUTION HFC134a is alternative refrigerant for CFC12. -
Page 17: 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 ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Replacement Service Compressor Brazing HFC134a service compressors will be charged with... -
Page 18: Refrigerant Flow 18, 21, 22 Cu. Ft
Refrigerant Flow Suction Tube Evaporator Capillary Tube Compressor DIscharge Tube Process Tube Drier Condenser Subcooler 18, 21, 22 cu. ft. Bottom Mount Refrigerant Flow Diagram RS1200004 Rev. 0... -
Page 19: Cabinet Air Flow 21, 22 Cu. Ft
Cabinet Air Flow Refrigerator Air Deli Drawer Air Supply Tunnel To Supply Ports Fresh Food (some models) Compartment Control Damper Refrigerator Return Air Duct Evaporator Fan Assembly Freezer Air Supply Grille Evaporator Freezer Return Air Through Bottom of Evaporator Cover 21, 22 cu. -
Page 20: Cu. Ft Cabinet Air Flow Diagram
Supply Tunnel To Fresh Food Compartment Control Damper Refrigerator Return Air Tunnels Freezer Supply Grille Evaporator Fan Assembly Evaporator Evaporator Cover Freezer Return Air Through Bottom of Evaporator Cover 18 cu. ft. Bottom Mount Cabinet Air Flow Diagram RS1200004 Rev. 0... -
Page 21: Machine Compartment Air Flow Diagram
Machine Compartment Air Flow Condenser Fan Assembly Compressor Drip Pan Condenser 18, 21, 22 cu. ft. Model Bottom Mount Machine Compartment Air Flow Diagram RS1200004 Rev. 0... -
Page 22: Typical External Sweat Pattern
Typical External Sweat Pattern No sweat on side when compressor is running CLASSIFICATION OF CONDENSATION 1 = Haze or fog 2 = Beading 3 = Beads or small drops 4 = Drops running together Refrigerator door bottom No sweat on side when compressor is running Center... -
Page 23: 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground 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 24 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action...
- Page 25 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action...
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Page 26: System Diagnosis
System Diagnosis SUCTION HEAD T1 INLET T2 OUTLET T3 SUCTION WATTAGE PRESSURE PRESSURE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE VARIATION CONDITION VARIATION VARIATION VARIATION VARIATION VARIATION FROM FROM FROM FROM NORMAL FROM NORMAL FROM NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL Refrigerant Increase Increase Warmer Warmer Colder Increase Overcharge... - Page 27 System Diagnosis the high side (condenser) of the system. To diagnose for a restriction versus a refrigerant shortage, discharge the system, replace the drier-filter, • Only partial frosting of evaporator instead of even evacuate and recharge with the specified refrigerant frosting of entire coil.
- Page 28 System Diagnosis Symptoms of Low or High Ambient Temperature Installation Lower ambient air temperature reduces the condensing temperature and therefore reduces the temperature of the liquid entering the evaporator. The increase in refrigeration effect due to operation in a lower ambient results in a decrease in power consumption and run time.
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Page 29: Disassembly Procedures
Disassembly 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Unpack unit 7. -
Page 30: Freezer Compartment Freezer Temperature Control
Disassembly 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. 4. -
Page 31: Evaporator Removal
Disassembly 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Evaporator Removal 3. -
Page 32: Overload/Relay
Disassembly 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 resistor before attempting to service. Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational. Overload/Relay 1. - Page 33 Appendix A A - 1 RS1200004 Rev. 0...
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Page 34: Ice Maker Service
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 35 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 36 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 appropriate and out of slot .
- Page 37 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 38 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 39 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 40 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 41 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 42 Ice Maker Wiring Diagram and Parts Layout RS120004 Rev. 0 A - 10...
- Page 43 Appendix B B - 1 RS1200004 Rev. 0...
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Page 44: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions This refrigerator operates most efficiently when it is Remove doors if necessary properly installed. Amana cannot be responsible for loss, injury or damage caused by improper installation or 1. Open both compartment doors. Remove door unqualified personnel. buckets, all shelving and drawers from refrigerator and freezer compartments. - Page 45 Installation Instructions NOTE: Grille and cover are fragile: keep both parts safe from harm. Door shim Center hinge pin Hinge Screws shims Center hinge bracket Button Center Hinge Nomenclature plug Screws Toe grille Bottom hinge pin Shim 7. Pull tape off freezer door and lift door off unit. Set Bottom door on a padded surface to prevent damage to hinge cap...
- Page 46 Installation Instructions Door Reversal Notches 1. Remove upper trim screw from top edge of refrigerator door. 2. Remove plastic trim strips from top and bottom of Trim cap refrigerator door handle by prying trim away from Screw door with a taped putty knife. Handle Upper trim screw...
- Page 47 Installation Instructions 10. Lift refrigerator door off center hinge pin. Be sure that all shims stay on center hinge pin. Set door aside on a clean, padded surface to protect the finish and customer’s property. 3 blank holes 11. Use a 5/16" nut driver (some units require a 9/32" nut driver) to remove the center hinge pin.
- Page 48 Installation Instructions 5. Use a 5/16" nut driver (some units require a 9/32" nut driver) to remove the center hinge pin. Note 20. On top edge of freezer door, on side opposite hinge, location of all shims (above or below hinge). Retain use a No.
- Page 49 Installation Instructions Screws Button plug Contour Door Nomenclature End cap Refrigerator door handle Handle clips Refrigerator door Handle clips Refrigerator door skin End cap Screws Button plug End cap Freezer door handle Handle clips Freezer door skin Freezer door End cap Screws B - 7 RS1200004 Rev.
- Page 50 Installation Instructions 9. Use a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver to remove center 14. Remove refrigerator door handle. hinge and all shims. Reinstall hinge and shims on • Use rubber mallet to tap underside of handle opposite side of cabinet, in holes vacated during toward top end of door.
- Page 51 Do not Door stop use a self-piercing shut-off valve or a valve of Screws any size other than 1/4" (6 mm). Amana is not responsible for property damage caused by Relocate Door Stop improper water connection.
- Page 52 Installation Instructions 4. Align refrigerator door. a. Lay a carpenter's level across front edge of unit. Water supply b. At bottom of unit, in front: Turn roller-adjustment screws and/or use shims as needed to raise or Brass nut 1/4" Copper tubing lower corners until unit is level and stable.
- Page 53 Appendix C C–1 RS1200004 Rev. 0...
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Page 54: Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual Keep these instructions for future reference. Be sure this manual stays with refrigerator. ® ® As an Energy Star Partner, Amana determined that this product* meets the ® Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Energy Star® applies to some models. Qualifying models are designated with the Energy Star®... - Page 55 Adjustable Divider (some models) ......11 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622-5511 outside the U.S.A., or Bottle Holder .............. 11 contact us on the internet at www.amana.com. Deepfreeze® Features ..........11 Frost-Free System ............12 Complete registration card and promptly return. If Automatic Ice Maker (some models) ......
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Page 56: Service
Asure™ Extended Service Plan Amana offers long-term service protection for this new Tools Required refrigerator. Asure™ Extended Service Plan is specially Putty knife (blade covered with masking tape) designed to supplement Amana’s strong warranty. This " hex nut driver (some models) plan covers functional parts, labor, and travel charges. -
Page 57: To Reverse Doors
2. Remove 1 plug from top hinge side of door and 2 from To Reverse Doors front hinge side of door. Replace 3 plugs in empty Service Notice: Contour Door Models Only mounting holes. Only a qualified servicer can reverse this door. To have 3. -
Page 58: Connect Ice Maker Water Supply Line (Some Models)
Note: If not proceeding with Connect ice maker water Procedure supply line , continue with section entitled 1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Leveling Refrigerator . 1/8" (3 mm) 11/16" (18 mm) Connect ice maker water supply line A Plastic cap B Water valve inlet port... -
Page 59: Leveling Refrigerator
Leveling Refrigerator CAUTION Protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs or other protective material to avoid property damage. If your refrigerator requires an ice maker water supply connection, proceed to Connect ice maker water supply section before leveling your refrigerator. 1. -
Page 60: Installation Checklist
Installation Checklist This checklist is for personal records only. Consumer Installer Doors Handles are solidly attached to doors. Handle side of door is " (3 mm) higher than hinge side. (Door lowers when loaded with food.) Doors seal completely to refrigerator cabinet. Leveling Refrigerator is tilted "... -
Page 61: Controls
Controls This refrigerator is designed to operate at normal CAUTION household temperatures of 55° to 110°F (13° to 43°C). Fresh Food and Deepfreeze® Controls Make sure shelf is secure before replacing items on shelf to avoid property damage. Fresh Food control is located on upper rear wall of Fresh Food section. -
Page 62: Beverage Organizer
2. Remove glass crisper top by gently pushing up from Beverage Organizer (some models) underneath. Tilt one end up and pull out. The beverage organizer slides out from underneath the glide-out shelf. This may hold 12 cans or other desired beverages. -
Page 63: Storage Rack (Some Models)
5. Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and Storage Rack (some models) lowering the front. Use slots 4 though 6 only. Storage rack provides convenient storage for a large 6. Replace drawer by sliding in. Make sure boot fits bottle, eggs, etc. -
Page 64: Door Buckets
Adjustable Divider (some models) Door Buckets Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage needs. meet individual storage needs. Divider fits in any door • Remove door buckets by pushing tabs on both bucket or door shelf. -
Page 65: Deepfreeze® Features
Deepfreeze® Features Frost-Free System CAUTION The Fresh Food and freezer sections are completely Make sure shelf is secure before placing items on frost-free. Defrosting is automatic under normal shelf to avoid property damage. conditions. Automatic Ice Maker (some models) Slideout Shelf (some models) •... -
Page 66: Wire Basket (Some Models)
Wire Basket Tilt-Out Bin (some models) Wire basket slides out for easy access to items in back. The tilt-out bin provides convenient storage for frozen • Remove wire basket by lifting and pulling out. food items in freezer door and tilts forward for easy •... -
Page 67: Care And Cleaning
CAUTION cleaining products, is not covered under warranty. For Amana recommended products, call our Consumer Handle tempered glass shelves carefully to avoid Affairs division at 1(800) 843-0304, or contact us on the personal injury or property damage. Shelves may internet at www.amana.com. -
Page 68: Odor Removal
Freezer Light Odor Removal • Remove light bulb cover by removing ¼" hex nut 1. Remove all food and disconnect power to refrigerator. screws. Replace with appliance bulb no greater than 2. Clean all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor, and 60 watts. -
Page 69: 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 to you. -
Page 70: Before Calling For Service
Before Calling For Service Problem Solution • Refrigerator does not Make sure freezer control is on. • operate. Make sure refrigerator is plugged in. If not, firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. • Check fuse or circuit breaker. Plug in another item at that wall outlet. If outlet does not work, replace the fuse or reset the circuit. - Page 71 Problem Solution • Water droplets form on inside of It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened refrigerator. frequently. • Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation. •...
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Page 72: Warranty
Food Compartment Liner Limited Ten Year Warranty on Sealed System Components First Year Amana Appliances will repair or replace, free of charge, any part which is defective due to workmanship or materials. Second through Fifth Year Amana Appliances will replace, free of charge, any sealed system component (compressor, condenser, evaporator, drier, and interconnecting tubing) and repair any food compartment liner (exclusive of door liner) which is defective due to workmanship or materials.
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