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Amana 22, 24, & 26 Cu. Ft. Side by Side Refrigerators Service Manual

Amana 22, 24, & 26 Cu. Ft. Side by Side Refrigerators Service Manual

22, 24, and 26 cu. ft. side by side refrigerators
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This Base Manual covers 22, 24, and
26 Cu. Ft. Side by Side Refrigerators.
Refer to individual Technical Sheet
for specific information on models.
22, 24, & 26 Cu. Ft.
Side by Side 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
RS 1300005
Revision 0
November 2001

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  • Page 1 Service 22, 24, & 26 Cu. Ft. Side by Side 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...

  • 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

    Table of Contents Important Information ..........System Diagnosis ............ Product Design ............Disassembly Procedures Component Testing ............ Refrigerator Compartment ........Service Procedures ..........Upper Light Socket & Lens ......... Freezer Cold Control .......... Service Equipment ..........Defrost Timer ............Drier Replacement ........... Refrigerant Precautions ...........

  • 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 Defrost Timer System (some models)

  • 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. Test Procedures Component Description...
  • 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. Test Procedures Component Description...
  • 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. Test Procedures Component Description...
  • Page 8 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. Test Procedures Description Water valve...

  • 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. Drier Replacement Service Equipment Listed below is equipment needed for proper servicing...

  • 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...

  • 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. Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System...

  • Page 13: Restrictions

    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 Low Side...

  • Page 15: Charging

    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...

  • 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...

  • Page 18: Refrigerant Flow 22, 24, 26 Cu. Ft

    Refrigerant Flow SUCTION LINE FLANGE INLET HIGH DRIER CONDENSER COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE 22, 24, 26 cu. ft. Side by Side Refrigerant Flow Diagram RS1300005 Rev. 0...

  • Page 19: Cabinet Air Flow 24, 26 Cu. Ft

    Cabinet Air Flow SIDE BY SIDE AIRFLOW DIAGRAM REFRI GERATOR AI R SUPPLY TUNNEL FREEZER BACK TO FRESH FOOD (AIR BAFFLE) COMPARTMENT CONTROLS EVAPORATOR FAN ASSEMBLY AIR SUPPLY (IN FOAM) LARGE BEVERAGE CHILLER AIR SUPPLY (SOME MODELS) BEVERAGE CHILLER AIR SUPPLY SOME MODELS) CONDENSER ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 20: Cabinet Air Flow 22 Cu. Ft

    Cabinet Air Flow REFRIGERATOR AIR COM PARTM ENT CONTROLS SUPPLY TUNNEL FREEZER BACK TO FRESH FOOD (AIR BAFFLE) EVAPORATOR FAN ASSEMBLY AIR SUPPLY LARGE BEVERAGE CHILLER (IN FOAM) AIR SUPPLY (SOME MODELS) EVAPORATOR REFRIGERATOR AIF SMALL BEVERAGE CHILLER RETURN TUNNEL AIR SUPPLY (SOME MODELS) i i!!

  • Page 21: Ice And Water Dispenser Diagram

    Ice and Water Dispenser Diagram SIDE BY SIDE ICE & WATER DISPENSER WITH FILTER ICE FILL TUBE WATER TANK 5/16" X 5/16" TUBE UNION 22, 24, 26 cu. ft. Model Side by Side Ice and Water Flow Diagram RS1300005 Rev. 0...

  • Page 22: Water Valves Diagram

    Vater Valves Diaaram INCOMING WATER LINE CONNECTION 1/4" O.D PRIMARY COPPER TUBE SOLENOID COMPRESSION FITTING VALVE BLUE COIL WATER BROWN COIL ICEMAKER P RI MARY VALVE OUTLET TO FILTER BLUE STRIPE SECONDARY VALVE SECONDARY INLET FROM FILTER SOLENOID VALVE BLUE COIL WATER YELLOW STRIPE .,."...

  • Page 23: Typical External Sweat Pattern

    Typical External Sweat Pattern Classification of condensation: Conditions after 4 hour laboratory test: 1 = Haze or Fog 2 = Beading Ambient: 90°F, 84% relative humidity 3 = Beads or Small Drops Refrigerator compartment at 40°F Freezer compartment at 0°F 4 = Drops Running Together IBTM f--i...

  • Page 24: 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 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.
  • Page 26 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. Corrective Action Symptom Possible Causes...

  • Page 27: 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 28 System Diagnosis the high side (condenser) of the system. To diagnose for a restriction versus a refrigerant • Only partial frosting of evaporator instead of even shortage, discharge the system, replace the drier-filter, frosting of entire coil. evacuate and recharge with the specified refrigerant charge.
  • Page 29 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.

  • Page 30: 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. Freezer Cold Control Refrigerator Compartment...

  • Page 31: Damper 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. Damper Control 9.

  • Page 32: Auger Motor Capacitor

    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. Auger Motor Capacitor NOTE: Reclaim refrigerant per instructions in "Service 1.

  • Page 33: Ice Maker 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. 4.

  • Page 34: 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. leveling roller.

  • Page 35: Dispenser Ice Chute Door

    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 36: Ice 'N Water Systems

    Ice 'N Water Systems Troubleshooting of 5 button electronic Ice 'N Water dispenser ,4,,,=,,a FILTER DISPENSER LOCK WA'/I_R CRUHH _,'_ AUTO LIGHT FILTERED WATER Dispenser Operation Select WATER, CRUSHED or CUBED mode by pushing the button on the dispenser panel. A green indicator light above the button indicates the current selection.
  • Page 37 Ice 'N Water Systems Table A: Harness 10-pin Connector Configuration Color Siqnal Ice Door Chute Solenoid Dispenser Li,qht Crushed Cubed Line Out Main Actuator Water Valve Line In Neutral Note: All voltage measurements are referenced to line neutral or pin 10 (WH wire) of 10-pin connector. SvmDtom Possible Cause Test Procedure...
  • Page 38 Ice 'N Water Systems Possible Test Procedure Symptom Repair Cause Cubed LED is illuminated Failed Main Disconnect power. Remove both leads from the Replace switch. switch and measure resistance across switch but does not dispense dispenser cubed ice when Main terminals.
  • Page 39 10.0 New filter installed Amana specifies a minimum supply pressure of 35 psig for water filter units. Minimum pressure requirement ensures that water valves close and sufficient water volume is available to fill icemaker. Proper fill is 140 cc. of water in 7.5 seconds. Failure of water valves to close because of low pressure will result in fill-tube freeze-up or dripping at cavity.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Of Messenger Dispenser

    Ice 'N Water Systems Troubleshooting of Amana Messenger Ice 'N Water dispenser IJANI :25P ,q.,.,..=o i MESSAGE) Hidden Key Pad WATER j/ _._RUSHED CUBED WATE_ Power Board: This PCB is attached to the freezer door cavity. A wire harness from the door hinge runs through the door and terminates in the cavity.
  • Page 41 Ice 'N Water Systems Freezer Door Harness connection to the power board: Color Power Signal and State Definition Board Graphic Marking 0 VAC CONSTANT LINE NEUTRAL INPUT (TOP PIN OF LARGE CONNECTOR} NO CONNECTION RD/WH FRESH FOOD DOOR INPUT DOOR OPEN DOOR CLOSED 0 VAC 115VAC...
  • Page 42 Ice 'N Water Systems Possible Cause Test Procedure Symptom Repair Dead Open circuit in the Unplug the refrigerator. If the correct voltage is not measured, Control: L1 RED wire in the then locate source of the open on L1 or Remove the large 1g-pin connector from the power freezer door the ground wire/connection to the walt...
  • Page 43 Ice 'N Water Systems Svmotom Possible Cause Test Procedure Reuair Ice never Failed ice chute Listen for auger motor operation while the switch is If line voltage is present, then solenoid dispenses. pressed. If the auger motor is operating, then check repair/replace the wiring to the solenoid.
  • Page 44 Ice 'N Water Systems Possible Cause Test Procedure Symptom Repair The butb is not Dispenser light never Check to see if the bulb is tight in the socket. Screw the bulb in tight. turns on. screwed in tight in the socket. The bulb filament Check the bulb for continuity.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting Of 3 Button Dispenser

    Ice 'N Water Systems Troubleshooting of 3 button electronic Ice 'N Water dispenser notions FILTEREE) [_IA TE,_ Dispenser Operation Select WATER,CRUSHEDor CUBEDmode by pushing the button on the dispenser panel. A green indicator light above the button indicates the current selection. Dispenser Light Light activates at full power when dispensing ice or water.
  • Page 46 Ice 'N Water Systems Possible Test Procedure Symptom Repair Cause No LED lit Switch failure With unit powered, open freezer door. Press Replace switch. freezer door. freezer door switch in. If freezer light does not turn off, switch is defective. Incorrect Verify wire color on 9-pin...
  • Page 47 Ice 'N Water Systems Possible Symptom Test Procedure Repair Cause Crushed Failed Disconnect power. Remove both leads from the Replace switch switch and measure resistance across switch starts to dispense dispenser as soon as terminals. Resistance should read less than 1 _) switch (failed...
  • Page 48 Appendix A RS1300005 Rev. 0...
  • Page 49 Water Filter Data ............Please contact us with your model and serial number: Warranty ..............Consumer Affairs Department Amana Appliances 2800 - 220th Trail Amana ® has determined that this Amana, Iowa 52204 As an Energy Star ® Partner,...
  • Page 50 To locate an authorized servicer, call 1-800-NAT-LSVC (1-800-628-5782), Amana's strong warranty. This plan or call 1(319)622-5511 if outside the U.S.A. You may also contact us on the web at www.amana.com. covers parts, labor, and travel charges.
  • Page 51 Important Safety Information Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels What Need to Know DANGER about safety InstruCtions Warning and Important Safety DANGER---Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or Instructions appearing in this manual death. are not meant to cover all possible conditions situations that...
  • Page 52 Installing Your Refrigerator These instructions were provided to aid you in the installation of your unit. Amana cannot be responsible t\_r improper installation. to Transport Your Unit do I measure Follow these tips when moving the unit to final location:...
  • Page 53 Installing Your Refrigerator to Remove Doors Hinges _0_,ti_.,e_t (,_;,pe.,i,_g moad, o.ijO . )x _ _ with doors. • Use a flat blade screwdriver or fingernail to press junction . __,,I,_ point between two connectors !IY_ to release. (som _ m odds) Press tab on underside Detatch...
  • Page 54 Installing Your Refrigerator to Install Handles _,o,,fi,,,,e_t Stainless Steel Models Insert I/4" hex driver into predrilled hole at base of handle tighten screw. predrilled hole, illustrated. 5Insert screvc plug into freezer handle. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to install To rein ore after initial in s tall...
  • Page 55 Installing Your Refrigerator to Connect the Water Supply <o,,..,<._ correct leaks. on_rm secure attachment bypulling tubing. Create service loop with remaining tubing and attach to unit with "P" Turn water supply clamp as illustrated. Avoid kinks. to Level Your Refrigerator CAUTION •...
  • Page 56 I order a replacement filter cartridge? What if I choose to use water Amana ® Replacement Water Filter cartridge model filtration system? is available through Amana _ dealers and servicers. You :nay...
  • Page 57 Fresh Food Features What if These Features This book is intended to show the variety of features that are available in the product Different from Mine? line. If your refrigerator does not have all the options that are shown, many of these options may be purchased by contacting the Consumer Affairs Department.
  • Page 58 Fresh Food Features Door Storage Dairy Center ,J_-_ Beverage ChillerTM/ The dairy center provides convenient storage L -_ Mini-Chiller (some models) for items such as butter, yogurt, cheese, etc. The Temperature-Controlled Beverage Chiller This compartment is an adjustable feature Temperature-Controlled Mini Beverage Chiller keep...
  • Page 59 Fresh Food Features D rawers Snack Drawer (some models) Beverage Organizer (some models) The Beverage Organizer slides out from underneath the Spillsaver Easy Glide shelf. The Organizer holds up to twelve 12-ounce beverage cans. To remove and install Organizer: • To remove, empty contents of Organizer.
  • Page 60 Freezer Features This book is intended to show the variety of features that are available in the product What if These Features line. If your refrigerator does not have all the options that are shown, many of these Different from Mine? options may be purchased by contacting the Consumer Aft'airs Department.
  • Page 61 Freezer Features Shelves V¸ Stor-Mor _ System Baskets slide out for easy access of items in back. Shelves can be removed to meet individual storage needs. To remove and install Stor-Mor ® shelf: • To remove, snap right side of shelf from cabinet railing remove...
  • Page 62 Dispenser Features Primary Features ispenser Light _ots/Jo_,_ A light activates within the dispenser area at full power when dispensing ice or water. Front Fill Button (some models) The Front Fill button works independently of the dispenser controls, providing an up-front alternative to the dispenser pad for dispensing...
  • Page 63 Dispenser Features Control Features 5.button NOTE: These directions pertain and 3,button controls only. if your Unit has LCD controls, please refer to the information booklet located in your literature packet. Nl'ttlttD _PIFN rice Dispenser Operation To dispense ice: Select Cubed or Crushed ice mode by pushing...
  • Page 64 Care What cleaners does to Clean Your Unit f* Amana recommend my stainless steel product? WARNING Amana has a cleaner available for purchase (Part # 31960801) through To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death,...
  • Page 65 Hints and Care to Remove Replace Light Bulbs !I _._ ,ilk WARNING Most ow to Get To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, Your Energy disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After replacing light Dollar bulb, connect...
  • Page 66 Trouble Shooting Today's refi'igerators have new features and are more energy efficient. Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has NOISE l'))_ excellent insulating capabilities, however, foam insulation is not as sound absorbent. As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar.
  • Page 67 Trouble Shooting POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION TOPIC Food temperature Door is not closing properly. Refrigerator is not level. See Installation Instructions for details appears too warm on how to level your unit. Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according cleaning instructions in owner's manual.
  • Page 68 Trouble Shooting POSSIBLE CAUSE TOPIC SOLUTION Refrigerator runs Controls need to be adjusted. See the controls section in your owner's manual for assistance frequently (continued) in how to adjust your controls. Door is not c(osing properly Refrigerator is not level. See Installation Instructions for details...
  • Page 69 Improper water valve was installed. Check water connection proce_Jure in your Installation Instructions. Self-piercing and V1G" saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time. Amana is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation...
  • Page 70 System certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts. The Amana _ Clean 'n Clear retractable water filtration system uses a WF50 replacement cartridge (see Amana _ contact...

  • Page 71: Appendix A Owner's Manual

    Amana Refrigerator Warranty First Year Amana will replace, free of charge, any part which is defective due to workmanship or materials. Second through Fifth Year Amana 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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