Maytag Jenn-Air Amana JS229FSBGB Service Manual

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Page 1 Service International This Base Manual covers general information Refer to individual Technical Sheet Integrated for information on specific models This manual includes, but is not limited to the following: Side-by Side AS229CSBGB JS229FSBGB AS229FBBGB JS229FSXPB Refrigerators AS229FSBGB JS229FSXPB AS229FSXPB JS229SEBGB AS229FWWGB JS229SEXPB AS229FWXPB...
Page 2 Important Information Important Notices for Servicers and Consumers IT IS THE TECHNICIANS RESPONSIBLITY TO REVIEW ALL APPROPRIATE SERVICE INFORMATION BEFORE BEGINNING REPAIRS. WARNING Customer Service Support Center Web Site Telephone Number Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels DANGER DANGER— WILL WARNING WARNING—...
Page 3 Table of Contents...
Page 4 General Information The following is a listing of the phone numbers and web site to be used in the Service Manuals. Model Identification Parts and Accessories Extended Service Plan Service...
Page 5 General Information Refrigerator Nomenclature Production Code 2002 Brand Amana Jenn-Air Maytag Dispensing Provisional Factory Ice Elect. Fountain, Crushed Ice & Water w/ filter & reminder Platform Dispenser Color Side-by-Side Black White Trim & Handle Black White Silver Etch Euro Size None 48”...
Page 6 General Information Model & Serial Number Label And Technical Data Sheet Locations The Model/Serial Number Label and Technical Data Sheet locations are shown below. Model & Serial Number Location Upper Trim Refrigerator Compartment Remove machine compartment cover to access Technical Data Sheet Technical Data Sheet located in machine compartment right side...
Page 7 Check Voltage at CNO5 at pins 3 and 6 voltage should read approximately 230VAC The readings at all three above readings should be the same if not bad PCB board If voltage is the same suspect a failed compressor. 16021926 Rev.0 ©2002 Maytag Appliances Company...
Page 8 Opens and breaks circuit After defrost thermostat opens, thermostat remains open until end of defrost when thermostat senses preset high cycle and refrigerator starts cooling again. Defrost thermostat senses a preset temperature. low temperature and resets (closes). 16021926 Rev.0 ©2002 Maytag Appliances Company...
Page 9 If resistance heater is open and should be replaced. Diagnostic mode. In diagnostic mode test # 11 Energize heater (the defrost system should draw about 3 amps). 16021926 Rev.0 ©2002 Maytag Appliances Company...
Page 10 Troubleshooting Chart WARNING Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Unit does not run No power to unit Check for power at outlet. Check fuse box/circuit breaker for blown fuse or tripped breaker. Replace or reset. Faulty power cord Check with test light at unit; if no circuit and current is indicated at outlet, replace or repair.
Page 11 Troubleshooting Chart WARNING Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Refrigerator section too cold Refrigerator temperature control set Adjust refrigerator temperature too cold control. Refrigerator airflow not properly Check air flow. adjusted Freezer and refrigerator sections too Temperature controls set too warm Reset temperature controls.
Page 12 Troubleshooting Chart WARNING Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Frost or ice on evaporator Defrost thermostat faulty Check defrost thermostat. Replace if failed. Evaporator fan faulty Check fan motor. Replace if failed. Defrost heater remains open Check defrost heater continuity. Replace if failed. Defrost control faulty Check control and replace if failed.
Page 13 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 14 System Diagnosis Symptoms of a Restriction Symptoms of Air in System NOTE 2:...
Page 15 System Diagnosis Symptoms of Low or High Ambient Temperature Installation Heat Load...
Page 16 Service Procedures WARNING Service Equipment Evacuation pump • Four-way manifold gauge set, with low loss hoses Leak detector Charging cylinder Line piercing saddle valve Refrigerant Precautions WARNING Swagging tools Flaring tools Tubing cutter Flux Sil-Fos Silver solder CAUTION Oil for swagging and flaring •...
Page 17 Service Procedures WARNING Testing Systems Containing No Refrigerant Charge Open Lines Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System Restrictions Symptoms Evacuation Leak Testing DANGER Testing Systems Containing a Refrigerant Charge NOTE...
Page 18 Service Procedures WARNING Testing for Restrictions NOTE Evacuation and Charging CAUTION NOTE NOTE Evacuation CAUTION NOTE...
Page 19 Service Procedures WARNING Charging High Side Gauge Low Side Gauge Thermistor NOTE Vacuum Gauge Valve Drier/Process Tube Valve NOTE Charging Hose Charging Hose Compressor Compressor Process Tube .6 cm Copper Tubing Valve Vacuum Pump Charging Cylinder NOTE Refrigerant Charge NOTE:...
Page 20 Service Procedures WARNING HFC134a Service Information Properties/Characteristics CFC12 HFC134a Ozone Depletion Potential 1.0* 0.0* (ODP) Global W arm ing Potential 3.2* 0.27* (GPW ) Molecular weight Boiling point at 1 atm osphere -22°F (-30°C) -15°F (-126°C) Vapor pressure at 77°F 80 psig 82 psig (25°C)
Page 21 Service Procedures WARNING • Important: Brazing CAUTION Replacement Service Compressor Copper to copper joints Do not Compressor Testing Procedures use for copper to steel connection. Copper to steel joints WARNING Steel to steel joints Brass to copper joints Brass to steel joints pull down...
Page 22 Refrigerant Flow Side by Side Refrigerant Flow Diagram...
Page 23 Cabinet Air Flow Side by Side Cabinet Air Flow Diagram...
Page 24 Ice and Water Dispenser Diagram Ice Maker .96cm Water line to Dispenser .63cm Water Line Water Coil Secondary Water Valve Water Filter Primary Water Valve Side by Side Ice and Water Flow Diagram...
Page 25 Water Valves Diagram Primary Valve Secondary Valve Bottom View Bypass Filter Head Back View...
Page 26 Disassembly Procedures COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT Cut Here Cut Here NOTE...
Page 27 Disassembly Procedures Wicks Main Power Switch Centigrade / Fahrenheit Switch Figure 1 Defrost Water Drain Pan Filter Drier CONDENSER REPLACEMENT Figure 2...
Page 28 Disassembly Procedures Do not allow more than 2.7mm of the cap tube to penetrate the drier. Figure 3 EVAPORATOR REPLACEMENT High Side Process Line to the Drier Low Side Process Line Wire Lead Connector Figure 4...
Page 29 Disassembly Procedures Figure 3 Mounting Screw Disconnect Drain Tube Heater Hose Clamp Mounting Screw Figure 2...
Page 30 Disassembly Procedures HEAT EXCHANGER REPLACEMENT Figure 5 Cut Line ELECTRICAL SYSTEM always reconnect the ground wire. The Compressor Cut Line Figure 6...
Page 31 Disassembly Procedures Condenser Fan Motor Replacement Fan Bracket Mounting Screws Freezer Fan Motor Wire Lead Connector Fresh Food Fan Motor Assembly Freezer Fan Motor Replacement Fresh Food Fan Motor Replacement.
Page 32 Disassembly Procedures Mounting Screws Figure 3 Figure 1 Defrost Heaters REPLACING THE DEFROST HEATERS Mounting Mounting Shut the main power switch off. Screw Screw Evaporator Replacement. Figure 2...
Page 33 Disassembly Procedures REPLACING THE AUTO DAMPER STEPPER MOTOR ASSEMBLY Radiant Shut the main power switch off. Heaters Evaporator Replacement. Clips REPLACING THE DRIP PAN AND DRAIN TUBE HEATERS Shut the main power switch off. Evaporator Replacement. Fountain Assembly ce & Water Fountain PC Board/Frame Removal Foil Drain Pan Heater Drain Tube Heater REPLACING THE DEFROST THERMISTOR AND...
Page 34 Disassembly Procedures Figure 4 Mounting Screws Figure 2 Mounting Screws Figure 5 Figure 3...
Page 35 Disassembly Procedures Fountain Bracket Assembly Removal Shut the main power switch off. PC Board Frame Removal. Fountain Bracket Mounting Screws F i g u r e 6 Touch Fountain Assembly Removal Shut the main power switch off. the PC Board/ Frame Removal.
Page 36 Disassembly Procedures Ice Door Bin Front Solenoid Bin Front Mounting Screws Bin Front Mounting Screws Crusher Housing Fountain Light Mounting Screws Socket Actuator Switch Checking and Replacing the Ice Door Solenoid Inside of Bin Fountain Bracket Assembly Removal. Crusher Housing Mounting Screws ICE CRUSHER BIN AND SHELF ASSEMBLY...
Page 37 Disassembly Procedures Control Rod ICE/CRUSHER BIN SHELF ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY Yoke / Solenoid Auger Motor Mounting Mounting Control Rod Disconnect the unit from the power source. Crusher Blades Fixed Blades Auger Nut Auger Yoke / Solenoid...
Page 38 Disassembly Procedures l l i r t i ” 8 ” 3 ” 9 ” 4 ” 4 ” 5 ” 2 ” 1 ” 2 ” 0 NOTE: CLIMATE ZONE TECHNOLOGY (CZT) Shape Memory Outer Enclosure Wall Polymer (S.M.P.) Permeable Fabric Inner Enclosure Wall (Air Jacket)
Page 39 Disassembly Procedures NOTE: TO REPLACE THE BULB BEHIND THE UPPER CLIMATEZONE DRAWER: NOTE: TO REPLACE THE BULB BEHIND THE LOWER CLIMATEZONE DRAWER:...
Page 40 Disassembly Procedures CZT TEST MODE...
Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES WATER FILTER POWER DOOR UNIT CLEAN CONDENSER WORKING -88 -88 RESET REFRIGERATOR FREEZER SERVICE REPLACE INTERRUPT POWER ALARM SERVICE POWER SUPPLY DIAGNOSTICS Check for line voltage inputs and outputs per label on top of the power supply. 1.
Page 42 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES Software Revision Diagnostic Control Mode Unit always start in normal operation or showroom mode. To get into “mode selection” with fresh food door open and the fresh food door switch taped in the closed position, press “Power Interrupt”...
Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES Diagnostic Control Mode PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - Initiate Damper Movement PI - Initiate Damper Movement...
Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST...
Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST PI - START & STOP TEST...
Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES PI - START & STOP TEST Temperature select switch in °C check for 5 V on JP6-1,2. °F check for 0 V on JP6- 1,2. PI - START & STOP TEST If display does not change. Verify communications by removing tape from FF door switch.
Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES PI - START & STOP TEST Measure line voltage at JP8-1, JP12-4 when actuator pushed PI - START & STOP TEST Measure line voltage at JP8-1,8 when actuator pushed PI - START & STOP TEST Measure line voltage at JP8-1,6 when actuator pushed...
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Page 49 U S E R G U I D E Form No. A/05/02 Part No. 111405-1 MCS p/n 61005583 Litho U.S.A. ©2002 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
Page 50 ABLE OF ONTENTS ELCOME Welcome ..................1 Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of a Jenn-Air ® Luxury™ Safety Instructions................2 Series Built-In refrigerator! Installation..................3 Machine Compartment..............4 Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. For best results, we Electronic Control Center............5-6 suggest reading this material to help Fresh Food Compartment ............7 acquaint you with proper operating...
Page 51 I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S WARNING: When using your appliance, always follow WARNING: This ap- basic precautions, including the following: pliance is designed to operate on a normal 115 volt, 15 amp, •...
Page 52 I N S T A L L A T I O N For complete directions on proper instal- ™ LIMATE NOTE: lation of this refrigerator, please refer to IVERTER the separate installation instructions pro- Install the fresh food and freezer light vided.
Page 53 M A C H I N E C O M P A R T M E N T The Machine Compartment is located at power switch, the water filter, the con- NOTE: the top of the refrigerator. Within the denser and a switch to change the elec- Machine Compartment are the main tronic control from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
Page 54 E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L C E N T E R The electronic control center is located at • Press the Door Alarm pad again to NOTE: the top of the fresh food compartment. deactivate.
Page 55 • Set the switch to the desired mode - °C OWER NTERRUPT NOTE: or °F. When enabled, Power Frozen foods which have thawed com- All temperature displays will change to Interrupt will record and pletely should not be refrozen. Discard the selected mode, including the display the highest temp- these items.
Page 56 F R E S H F O O D C O M P A R T M E N T • Push up the tabs under the outside HELVES ARTE TORAGE edges of the shelf behind the front RAWER The Fresh Food Compartment is bracket and continue pulling the shelf equipped with Standard Adjustable out, until it clears frame.
Page 57 C L I M A T E Z O N E ™ S T O R A G E D R A W E R S The two lower drawers in the fresh food NOTES: compartment equipped with ClimateZone™ Technology. This tech- •...
Page 58 C L I M A T E Z O N E ™ S T O R A G E D R A W E R S , C O N T . A fabric-like material* covers small air * The Automatic Humidity Control UTOMATIC UMIDITY vents in the drawer housing above the...
Page 59 F R E E Z E R C O M P A R T M E N T TO REINSTALL SHELF: DJUSTABLE RAWER • Align the shelf into the guides on the HELVES (Non-dispenser Models) frame. TO REMOVE WIRE SHELVES: The automatic icemaker keeps this •...
Page 60 A U T O M A T I C I C E M A K E R After the refrigerator has been connected CAUTION: to the water supply, move the wire lever To check the ice level or gain access to arm on the icemaker into the down •...
Page 61 A U T O M A T I C I C E A N D W A T E R D I S P E N S E R ( S E L E C T M O D E L S ) ISPENSING ATER ISPENSER...
Page 62 W A T E R F I L T E R 3. Carefully remove the filter from its NITIAL ILTER ERIODS OF packaging. ARTRIDGE If the refrigerator has been out of use or 4. Remove the red cap from the filter. ice and water have not been dispensed for NSTALLATION more than 2 weeks, the filter should be...
Page 63 ARTRIDGES Water Treatment Device For replacement filter cartridges or for service, contact your local dealer or Certificate Number Maytag Appliance Sales Company, Jenn-Air Customer Assistance, 1-866-459-6298 99 - 1408 (USA and Canada) Date Issued: December 14, 1999 Replacement Filter Model Number:...
Page 64 F O O D P U R C H A S I N G , S T O R A G E & H A N D L I N G G U I D E L I N E S EMPERATURE RESH EATS AND...
Page 65 V E G E T A B L E S E L E C T I O N A N D S T O R A G E C H A R T FRESH VEGETABLES SELECTION STORAGE Artichokes Choose tight, compact heads that feel heavy for their size. Store in the ClimateZone™...
Page 66 F R U I T S E L E C T I O N A N D S T O R A G E C H A R T FRESH FRUITS SELECTION STORAGE Apples Look for apples with firm, smooth skin and good color.The Store in the ClimateZone™...
Page 67 FRESH FRUITS SELECTION STORAGE Peaches Avoid peaches that show signs of green, are very hard or Ripen at room temperature, then store in have wrinkled skin. The skin should have a background the ClimateZone™ drawer on the color that is creamy or yellowish. “Produce”...
Page 68 M A I N T E N A N C E TO ACCESS THE UPPER LIGHT • Remove ClimateZone™ Air ONDENSER BULB AREA IN EITHER Diverter located at the rear of the fresh Cleaning of the condenser is recom- COMPARTMENT: food compartment.
Page 69 TO REPLACE THE BULB BEHIND • Slide the lower compartment assembly OWER REEZER THE LOWER CLIMATEZONE™ forward. OMPARTMENT DRAWER: • Unscrew the bulb and replace with a • Turn the power off (“O”) to the • Turn the power off (“O”) to the new T8-40 watt bulb.
Page 70 N O R M A L O P E R A T I N G S O U N D S Recent improvements in refrigeration design may introduce sounds in your new refrigerator that were not noticed in earlier models. These improvements were made to create a refrigerator that will preserve food better, run more energy efficiently, and perform quieter overall.
Page 71 C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G PARTS CLEANING PROCEDURE Condenser Clean with a soft bristle brush or vacuum cleaner every 3-6 months. For additional information, see page 19. Door Handles Clean with detergent and water and mild liquid sprays. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Doors - Painted Clean with detergent and water and mild liquid sprays.
Page 72 B E F O R E Y O U C A L L F O R S E R V I C E RESH FOOD OR FREEZER ARM AIR FROM MACHINE EFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT DOOR DIFFICULT TO OPEN COMPARTMENT TOO COLD •...
Page 73 A C C E S S O R I E S DDITIONAL ACCESSORIES ARE AVAILABLE FROM YOUR DEALER ONLINE AT THE ACCESSORY 1-866-459-6298: STORE AT WWW JENNAIR COM OR BY CALLING Width/Models Placement Accessory Model CJS483SSWA 48" (121.9 cm) Width Models: Shelving System Refrigerator Sealed Glass Shelf Refrigerator Compartment...
Page 74 Assistance at the number listed below. Should you not receive satisfactory Icemaker – when supplied with the refrigerator, the warranty service, please call or write: icemaker will be considered part of the refriger- Maytag Appliances Sales Company ator for warranty purposes. Attn: Jenn-Air CAIR ®...
Page 75 Appendix B B - 1...
Page 76 Installation Instructions Tool Requirements: Installation Checklist: Tape measure INSTALLER Level Doors Stud finder Drill with various bits Handles are solidly attached to doors. Socket set Doors seal completely to refrigerator cabinet. Utility knife Assure correct door handle alignment. Frame models. Magnetic extended screwdriver Assure door seals are not pinched.
Page 77 Uncrating the Unit: Uncrate the unit. Remove the lower shipping bolts and brackets. Slide the unit off of the crate base. Remove and save the lower kick plate, anti-tipping brackets and mounting hardware. (Fig. 2a) Remove the grille, this will help when moving the unit. (Fig. 2b) GRILLE PANEL TOOLS NEEDED MAIN POWER SWITCH...
Page 78 Blocking the Unit: More than 1" clearance: If there is a solid soffit above the unit and the clearance is 1" Use the anti-tipping kit provided with the shipping crate. Locate and or less you will not need to block the unit. For installations with mark the 2 wall studs behind the unit.
Page 79 Panel Installation for Dispenser Models: See section "Installing Backer Panels" for handle / trim piece Grille Panel 3/4" removal. With handle / trim piece removed slide upper and lower panels in postion. To replace dispenser panels, slide out Spill Tray "...
Page 80 Dispenser One-Piece Freezer Framed Panel 48” Wide Cabinet 42” Wide Cabinet Inches Inches 69 1/8 175.6 69 1/8 175.6 (A) Panel Height 15 1/16 38.26 17 5/16 43.97 (B) Panel Width 20 5/8 52.39 20 5/8 52.39 (C) Top of dispenser cutout to top of panel 35 7/16 90.01 35 7/16...
Page 81 Installing Side Panels: Optional side panels need to be 1/4-inch thick. 1/4" side panel fitted up to 1/4" side panel fitted up to Slide panel into position and secure with screws the cabinet trim (top view) the cabinet trim (top view) indicated by the shaded area (Fig.

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