Amana AQC1526AEW, AQU1824BRW, AFU2067BW Owner’s Manual
Dee freeze ®
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Owner' I
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Upright Freezers
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Maytag Services LLC
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Cleveland, TN
37320-2370
Ph# 1-800-688-9900 in U.S.A.
1-800-688-2002 in Canada
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Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place
in case wan'anty service is required.
Contents
Introduction ................................................................. 2
Important Safety Information ................................... 3-4
Installation Instructions ............................................... 4
Temperature Control ................................................... 5
Custom Features ........................................................ 6
Hints and Care ........................................................ 7-9
Freezing Guidelines ............................................. 10-12
Troubleshooting ................................................... 13-14
Warranty ................................................................... 16
Manuel du proprietaire ............................................. 17
Manual del Usuario ................................................... 33
WCW Part No. 1-82034-003 rev. 01
Part No. 12631111
Form A/11/05
@2005 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
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Please read this Owner's Manual thoroughly. This manual provides proper maintenance
information.
Complete registration card and promptly return. If registration card is missing, see
contact information on the front cover of your manual.
When contacting Amana, please provide the following information. Product information
is on the serial plate, located on the inside wall of the freezer.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone
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If something seems unusual, please
check Troubleshooting section, which is
designed to help you solve problems
before calling service.
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This book is intended to show the variety
of features that are available in the prod-
uct line, If your freezer does not have all
the options that are shown, it is not a mis-
take. The information provided applies to
all of the models in the product line.
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Warning and Important Safety
Instructions appearing in this manual are
not meant to cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution, and care must be
exercised when installing, maintaining, or
operating this freezer.
Always contact your dealer, distributor,
service agent, or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not under-
stand.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY
SYMBOLS, WORDS,
LABELS
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[ Ni ON;
This appliance is equipped with a three-
prong grounding plug for your protection
against possible electrical shock hazards.
It must be plugged into a grounding
receptacle. Where a standard two-prong-
wall receptacle is encountered, it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of
the customer to have it replaced with a
properly grounded three-prong wall
receptacle. Do not under any circum-
stances, cut or remove the third (ground)
prong from the power cord. Do not use an
adapter plug.
Power supply cord with
three-prong grounding plug
Grounding type
wall receptacle
REMOVE PACKING
MATERIALS:
Remove materials, tape and labels
before using the freezer.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing
alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive
cleaners. These can damage the
material.
Clean your freezer before using it:
1. Use a sponge, cloth or paper towel
and mild detergent in warm water to
clean outside and inside of freezer,
door liner and gasket,
2. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
CHOOSE FREEZER
LOCATION:
1. Locate the freezer in a safe place,
indoors, away from direct sunlight or
heat sources such as a range, dish-
washer, laundry equipment, heat
vents or radiator.
2. DO NOT store flammables such as
gasoline near the freezer.
3. Check the strength of the floor. It
should hold the weight of a fully
loaded freezer.
4. Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) between top
of freezer and the ceiling.
5. Allow at least 1" (2.5 cm) between
back of freezer and the wall.
6. Allow 3" (7.5 cm) on each side of the
freezer for ease of installation.
7. If the freezer is to be against a wall,
you might want to leave extra space
on the hinge side so the door can be
opened wider.
8. This freezer is designed to operate at
a household temperature of 32° to
110° F (0 ° to43 ° C).
INSTALL FREEZER:
1. Adjust the 2front legs so that the front
of the freezer is slightly higher than the
back. When adjusted properly, the
door will swing shut from 10" open.
NOTE:Ifthefreezerislaidonitsside
duringshippingortransport,placethe
freezeruprightandwait12hoursbefore
pluggingitin.Thispreventsdamageto
thefreezer.
Thefreezercontrolturnsthecooling
systemon.
Initialcontrolsetting:
1.Setthefreezercontrolon4.
2.Allowthefreezertocool6to8hours
beforefillingwithfrozenfood.Letthe
freezercoolovernightbeforeadding
largeamountsofunfrozenfood.
Neveraddmorethan2to3poundsof
unfrozenfoodpercubicfootoffreezer
space.
3.24hoursafteraddingfood,adjust
controlasdesired.
NOTE:Whenthefreezerisfirststarted,
thecompressorwillrunconstantlyuntil
thecabinetiscooled.Thismaytakeupto
6-8hoursorlonger,dependingonroom
temperatureandthenumberoftimesthe
freezerisopened.
Theoutsideofyourfreezermayfeel
warm,Thisisnormal,Thefreezer's
designandmainfunctionistoremovethe
heatfrompackagesandairspaceinside
thefreezer.Thisheatistransferredtothe
roomair,sotheoutsideofthefreezermay
feelwarm.
Adjustingthecontrol:
1.Sethouseholdthermometersnugly
betweenfrozenpackagesorplace
thermometerinaglassofvegetable
oil,placedinfreezer(vegetableoilwill
notfreeze).
•Thermometershouldbedesignedfor
usewithfreezer.
•Thermometershouldreadtempera-
turesrangingfrom-50to50°F
(-21°to10°C).
Wait5to8hours.
3.Checktemperature.
•Temperatureshouldread0°F(-18°C)
orslightlybelow.
4.Iftemperatureisnotinrange,adjust
controlonlyonenumberatatime.
•Turnthecontroltoahighernumberif
acoldertemperatureisdesired.
•Turnthecontroltoalowernumberifa
lesscoldtemperatureisdesired.
5.Waitanadditional24hoursand
rechecktemperature.
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(SELECT MODELS)
The Amana Free-O-Frost TM system auto-
matically defrosts the freezer so you don't
have to. This allows the freezer to run
more efficiently and quietly, minimizes
odors, and takes the hassle out of keep-
ing a freezer clean.
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(SELECT MODELS)
Fast Freeze is a convenient feature that
enables quicker freezing of large
amounts of food. During Fast Freeze, the
freezer runs continuously, to drive the
freezer temperature down to its coldest
level.
To use Fast Freeze, simply turn the con-
trol knob to the Igloo symbol. Then place
unfrozen foods in the freezer cavity,
spreading them out as much as possible.
Return freezer to its normal setting after
24 to 48 hours.
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(SELECT MODELS)
Some freezer models feature a tempera-
ture monitor that provides an audible
alarm. The temperature monitor alarm is
located near the temperature control.
The alarm sounds if the temperature in
the freezer rises 10° F (12 0 C) or more
above normal for selected setting. Alarm
may sound if temperature control dial is
turned to a much colder setting or if a
large amount of unfrozen food is added at
one time. Alarm is controlled by a three
position switch.
• 0 = OFF prevents alarm from sounding
when freezer is warm, such as during
initial start-up or defrosting.
• _I'= TEST sounds alarm regardless of
temperature. Alarm system should be
tested at least once a month.
• 1 = ON is proper setting for normal
freezer use. Return switch to 1 after
defrosting.
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(SELECT MODELS)
To use the door lock:
1. Insert key into lock approximately X"
(6 mm).
2. Turn key clockwise to lock freezer and
counterclockwise to unlock.
Once locked or unlocked, the lock will
push the key out, preventing the key from
being kept in the lock.
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(SELECT MODELS)
The interior light works to light the freez-
er in poor or dimly lit conditions. The light
is designed and tested to provide illumi-
nation while minimizing heat generated if
the door is accidentally left ajar. To
replace the interior light, see the Hints
and Care section.
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(SELECT MODELS)
The power light normally will be "ON." Its
purpose is to warn you when there is a
power absence. If for any reason the
power to the freezer is interrupted (blown
fuse, loose plug, etc.) the indicator light
will be "OFR"
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PART
Textured Doors
and Exterior
Cabinet interior
Door Gaskets
Accessories
Shelves, etc.
DO NOT USE
• Abrasive or harsh cleaners
• Ammonia
• Chlorine bleach
• Concentrated detergents or
solvents
• Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
• Abrasive or harsh cleaners
• Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
• An automatic dishwasher
DO
• Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart warm
soapy water.
• Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to
avoid water spots.
Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.
Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to
avoid water spots.
Allow items to adjust to room temperature.
Dilute mild detergent with water and use asoft clean cloth or
sponge for cleaning.
Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices.
Rinse surfaces with clean warm water.
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1. Move all food to another freezer.
2. Disconnect power to the freezer.
3. Wash all interior surfaces including
door, floor and walls.
4. Clean corners, crevices and grooves
thoroughly.
5. Wash all accessories and shelves by
hand.
6. Dry thoroughly with soft clean cloth.
7. Reconnect power to freezer and
allow it to cool back down.
8. Return food to freezer, Verify all food
is wrapped tightly or in sealed contain-
ers to prevent further odor problems.
9. After 24 hours, check freezer to verify
odor was eliminated.
If odor is still present:
1. Move all food to another freezer.
2. Disconnect power to the freezer.
3. Pack freezer with crumpled sheets of
black and white newspaper.
4. Place plain charcoal briquettes in
freezer on newspaper.
5. Close the freezer door and let stand
24 to 48 hours.
6. Remove charcoal briquettes and
newspapers. Clean according to
directions provided in the first column.
7. Reconnect power to freezer and
allow it to cool back down.
8. Replace food in freezer in sealed, air-
tight containers to minimize odor con-
tamination.
Placing a cotton swab soaked with
vanilla extract or an open box of
baking soda in the freezer may help
prevent odors from returning.
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Remove all frozen food and pack it in dry
ice. Unplug the freezer and clean it thor-
oughly. Tape the door shut and tape elec-
trical cord to the cabinet.
When you get to your new home, refer to
pages 4 and 5 for information on installa-
tion and setting controls.
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To conserve energy:
• Do not set controls colder than neces-
sary to maintain a temperature range
of O° F (-18 ° C) or slightly below.
• Operate in normal room temperatures
away from heat sources and direct
sunlight.
• Keep freezer full.
• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable.
Replace gaskets if worn.
MANUAL DEFROST
FREEZERS
(SELECT MODELS)
1. Transfer food to another freezer or a
2. Disconnect power to freezer.
3. Remove the toe grille (select models)
4. Reach underneath the freezer and pull
Manualdefrostfreezersneedtobe
defrostedwhenfrosthasaccumulatedto
approximatelyIA"(6ram)ofthickness.
Completedefrostingandcleaningshould
bedoneatleastonceayear.Inhigh
humidityareas,morefrequentdefrosting
andcleaningmaybenecessary.The
uppersectionofthefreezerwillgenerally
havemorefrostaccumulationthanthe
lower.Frostshouldnotbescrapedor
pulledoutofthefreezer,asdamagemay
result.
AmanaFree-O-FrostTT'_(selectmodels)
freezersdonotrequiredefrosting.
NOTE: Some models do not have a
drain plug and water collecting from the
defrost will have to be removed manually.
6. To speed defrosting, pans of hot water
7. Once defrosted, clean the freezer
8. Clean defrost drain using a bottle
9. Restore power to the freezer.
well insulated cooler.
by pushing down and pulling it forward.
out the defrost drain tube. Place the
tube in a shallow pan or in a nearby
floor drain.
Remove defrost drain plug (select
models) from the bottom front of the
freezer liner so the defrost water will
flow into the drain tube.
• Empty pan as often as necessary
during the defrost.
may be placed on shelves in the
freezer.
• Do not bend, scrape or try to
move shelves. Shelves are part of
the sealed cooling system and
can be damaged.
according to guidelines in Hints and
Care.
brush. Flush the drain with clear water
before replacing the drain tube and
drain plug.
• Drain plug must be properly
installed and tightly sealed for
efficient operation of the freezer.
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(SELECT MODELS)
(SELECT MODELS)
1. Disconnect freezer.
2. Remove light bulb.
3. Replace bulb.
NOTE: Replace bulb with same wattage
appliance bulb.
(SELECT MODELS)
1. Disconnect freezer.
2. Pinch tabs on light cover and pull
straight down.
3. Remove light bulb.
4. Replace bulb.
5. Replace protective cover.
6. Reconnect power supply.
NOTE: Replace bulb with same wattage
appliance bulb.
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RRZERBURR?
Freezer burn occurs when air reaches the
surface of the food. The cold, dry air in the
freezer causes the foodstuff to dry out in
spots and lose quality. While freezer burn
may not taste good, it does not make the
food unsafe. Freezer burned portions
should be cut away either before or after
cooking the food.
COLOR(£ARGE
Color changes can occur in frozen foods.
This can cause ground beef to go from a
bright, red to a darker, duller brown due
to lack of oxygen, Freezing normally
doesn't cause color changes in poultry,
but it will cause changes to the color near
the bones resulting in bone darkening'.
These changes are only visual changes
and do not indicate poor quality or unsafe
food.
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Amana provides this information as a
guide to aid in food preservation. For spe-
cific questions regarding food handling,
cooking, or storage contact USDA Meat
and Poultry Hotline at 1-800-535-4555.
• You can freeze almost any food, the
main exceptions being eggs still in the
shell and cans of foods.
• Frozen food kept at 0° F (-18 ° C) or
slightly below will always be safe. Only
the quality of food suffers over time.
• It is safe to freeze meat or poultry
directly in supermarket wrapping. This
wrapping is air permeable which allows
freezer burn, so the meat should be
used within one to two months.
• Freeze foods as quickly as possible.
This prevents large ice crystals from
forming which decreases food quality.
• Never stack packages to be frozen. Lay
packages out in a single layer and then
stack them after they are frozen.
• During a power outage, a full freezer
will normally keep 2 days, a half full
freezer about 1 day. Food should be
stacked tightly to provide a nest of cold
air-resisting thawing.
• As a general guideline, food 2" thick
should freeze completely in about
2 hours.
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There are basic methods to defrost food
safely. Food should never be defrosted at
room temperature, This allows unsafe
bacteria to grow while the food is thawing.
To defrost safely use:
• Refrigerator: this allows the food to
thaw in an environment that controls
bacterial growth.
Most foods require a day or two to
defrost, approximately one day for
each 5 Ibs. of weight,
• Cold water: place food in a leakproof
bag and immerse it in cold water (If bag
leaks, food will become contaminated
by bacteria). Check water frequently to
verify it stays cold. Change water every
thirty minutes. After thawing, refrigerate
the food until it is ready to use.
• Microwave: cook food immediately
after using a microwave to defrost food.
Microwave defrosting warms food and
can partially cook it, allowing bacteria
to grow as it defrosts, Food cannot be
refrozen until it is cooked.
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Proper packaging helps prevent freezer
burn, and helps limit odor transfer in the
freezer.
For short term storage, freeze meat or
poultry directly in supermarket wrapping.
This meat should be used within 1 to 2
months.
For long term storage, follow these wrap-
ping guidelines:
• Overwrap store wrapped packages
with airtight heavy duty foil, plastic
wrap, freezer paper or freezer bags.
• Freeze unopened vacuum wrapped
packages as they are.
• Make sure lids are sealed tightly when
using airtight freezer containers.
• Break down foods into smaller portions
for faster freezing.
• Remove as much air as possible from
packages before placing in the freezer.
• If a package has accidentally been torn
or damaged while in the freezer, the
food is still safe to eat. Just overwrap it
or repackage it.
• It is not necessary to rinse meat or
poultry before freezing.
FREEZER
STORAGE CHART*
NOTE: Freezer storage time is for
quality only. Frozen foods remain safe
indefinitely.
Foodstuff Months
Bacon and Sausage 1 to 2
Casseroles 1 to 2
Egg whites or egg substitutes 12
Gravy, meat or poultry 2 to 3
Ham, Hot Dogs and
Lunch Meats 1 to 2
Meat, uncooked roasts 9
Meat, uncooked steaks or
chops 4 to 6
Meat, uncooked ground 3 to 4
Meat, cooked 2 to 3
Poultry, uncooked whole 12
Poultry, uncooked parts 9
Poultry, uncooked giblets 3 to 4
Poultry, cooked 3 to 4
Soups and Stews 2to 3
Wild game, uncooked 8 to 12
* Provided by the USDA.
Chart is based on food storage at
0° F (-18 ° C) or slightly below.
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Foods can be cooked or reheated directly
from the frozen state. The cooking time
will increase to almost one and a half
times it would normally take. Remember
when cooking poultry or meat to remove
paper wrapping, giblet sacks, and any
strings that might burn during cooking.
Some meats, such as pre-stuffed whole
birds, must be cooked from the frozen
state to ensure food safety. Remember to
read the USDA label on the meat.
NOTE: Do not use a slow cooker for
preparing foods from the frozen state.
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The chart below is provided by the USDA and should be used as a guideline only. When in doubt about food safety, it is always bet-
ter to throw questionable food out.
Thawed.
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Refreeze
Discard
Discard
Discard
or sliminess develops
Discard after held above
40 ° F (4° C) for 6 hours
Discard after held above
Refreeze
Discard
Discard
Refreeze
Refreeze
Food or Food Type
MEAT, POULTRY and SEAFOOD
Beef, veal, lamb, pork and ground meats
Poultry and ground poultry
Variety meats
(liver, kidney, heart, chitterlings)
Fish, shellfish, breaded seafood products
DAIRY
Milk
Eggs (out of shell) and egg products
Ice cream, frozen yogurt
Cheese (soft and semi-soft)
Hard cheeses
Shredded cheeses
Casseroles containing milk, cream,
eggs, soft cheeses
Cheesecake
FRUITS and VEGETABLES
Juices--fruit
Juices--vegetables
Home, commercially packaged or
blanched
BREADS and PASTRIES
Breads, rolls, muffins,
cakes (without custard fillings)
Cakes, pies, pastries with custard or
cheese filling
Pie crusts, commercial and homemade
bread dough
OTHER
Casseroles--pasta or rice based
Flour, cornmeal, nuts
Breakfast items-
waffles, pancakes, bagels
Frozen meal, entree, specialty items
(pizza, sausage and biscuit,
meat pie, and convenience foods)
Still contains ice crystals and
feels as cold as if refrigerated
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze, however, there will be
some texture and flavor loss.
Refreeze, may lose some texture.
Refreeze
Discard
Refreeze, may lose some texture.
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze, will change in
texture and flavor.
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze, some quality loss
may occur.
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze Discard
Held above 40 ° F for over 2 hours
Refreeze, discard if mold, yeasty smell
40 ° F (4° C) for 6 hours or if mold,
yeasty smell or sliminess develops
Refreeze, quality loss is considerable.
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You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that are not
the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact the CAIR ® Center at
1-800-688-9900 in the U.S.A., or 1-800-688-2002 in Canada.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Appliance not working Power outage Make sure appliance is plugged in.
Circuit breaker has tripped Verify that circuit breaker is not tripped.
Fuse has blown Replace fuse, but do not change fuse capacity.
Freezer not cooling Temperature control Change control setting to 4 or above.
Poor gasket seal Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.
Failed gasket Have gasket replaced
Food added recently Wait 5 to 8 hours for temperature to stabilize after the
Freezer runs frequently Normal Needs to run to maintain an even temperature.
Door open Close door.
Temperature set too cold Adjust temperature control to maintain freezer
Poor gasket seal Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.
Poor clearance Confirm that freezer has proper clearance on each side
Light fails to illuminate Bad bulb Replace bulb as described in Hints and Care section.
Switch not opening Clean switch plunger to ensure proper operation.
Bad switch Have authorized servicer replace switch.
Door lock key will not Normal Locks have "pop out key" function, preventing the key
stay in lock from being kept in the lock. This feature is to prevent
Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket.
addition of large quantities of unfrozen food.
temperature.
Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket.
and vents are unobstructed as specified in Installation
Instructions.
child entrapment.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Clicks Normal Temperature control clicks when starting or stopping
compressor.
Gurgles and pops Normal Refrigerant flow through evaporator coil.
(like boiling water)
Hum or pulsing sound Normal Compressor operation.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Water droplets on Poor gasket seal Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.
outside of freezer Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket.
Water pooling in floor Poor or missing drain plug Verify that drain plug is properly in place and sealed.
by freezer Replace drain plug if seal is poor.
Defrost drain pan On Free-O-Frost TT'_models, confirm that the defrost
drain pan is properly positioned.
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