Amana BR22TW-P1196709WW, BR22TW-P1196710WW Owner’s Manual

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Keep these instructions for future reference. Be sure this manual stays with refrigerator

Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

Owner's Manual

Contents Electrical Requirements

Electrical Requirements .............................................. 2

Model Identification ..................................................... 2

Service ....................................................................... 3

Asure TM Extended Service Plan .................................. 3

Parts and Accessories ................................................ 3

Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator .......................... 3

Installation Instructions

Space Requirements ............................................... 4

Leveling Refrigerator ............................................... 4

Door Reversal ......................................................... 4

Connect Ice Maker Water Supply Line

(some models) ........................................................ 6

Controls ................................................................... 7

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls ........................... 7

Setting Controls ....................................................... 7

Installation Checklist ................................................... 8

Refrigerator Features

Refrigerator Shelves ................................................ 9

Chiller Fresh TM System ........................................... 9

Garden Fresh TM Crispers ...................................... 10

Storage Rack ........................................................ 10

Covered Storage Bucket ....................................... 10

Dairy Center .......................................................... 11

Snaccess TM Bin (Some models) ........................... 11

Door Buckets ......................................................... 11

Door Shelves ......................................................... 12

Adjustable Divider ................................................. 12

Freezer Features

Ice Service Rack ................................................... 12

Glass Shelf ............................................................ 12

Wire Basket ........................................................... 13

Wire Divider .......................................................... 13

Tall Package Retainer ........................................... 13

Care and Cleaning

General ................................................................. 13

Odor Removal ....................................................... 13

Adhesives .............................................................. 14

Door Gaskets ........................................................ 14

Condenser Coils .................................................... 14

Glass Shelves ....................................................... 14

Light Bulbs ............................................................ 14

Energy Tips .............................................................. 15

Vacation Tips ............................................................ 15

Normal Operating Sounds ........................................ 15

Before Calling For Service ........................................ 16

Warranty ................................................................... 17

as a safety precaution.

Model Identification

Thank you for purchasing this Amana refrigerator.

Please read this Owner's Manual thoroughly. This manual provides proper maintenance information. Any questions, call the Consumer Affairs Department at

1-800-843-0304 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622-5511

outside U.S.A.

Complete registration card and promptly return. If registration card is missing, call the Consumer Affairs Department.

When contacting Amana Appliances, provide product

information. Product information is on the serial plate, located on (upper left corner, ceiling) of refrigerator section. Record the following information:

Model Number: Manufacturing Number:

S/N or Serial Number: Date of purchase:

Dealer's name and address:

Recognize this symbol

WARNING I

Electrical Grounding Instructions -- This refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for protection against possible shock hazards. If a two- prong wall receptacle is encountered, contact a

qualified electrician and have the two-prong wall

receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three- prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National

Electrical Code. Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate 103

to 126 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove

the round grounding prong from the plug.

Refrigerator must be grounded at all times. Do not remove warning tag from power cord.

Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do not use an extension cord.

Keep a copy of sales receipt for future reference.

Proper Disposal of your

Refrigerator

Service

Keep a copy of sales receipt for future reference or in

case warranty service is required. Any questions or to locate an authorized servicer, call 1-800-NAT-LSVC

(1-800-628-5782) inside U.S.A. 319-622-5511 outside U.S.A. Warranty service must be performed by an

authorized servicer. Amana, also recommends contacting an authorized servicer if service is required

after warranty expires.

AsureT" Extended Service

Plan

Amana offers long-term service protection for this new refrigerator. Asure TM Extended Service Plan is specially designed to supplement Amana's strong warranty. This plan covers parts, labor, and travel charges. Call

1-800-528-2682 for information.

Parts and Accessories

Purchase replacement parts and additional accessories (e.g. refrigerator shelves) over the phone. To order accessories for your Amana product, call 1-800-843-

0304 inside U.S.A. or 319-622-5511 outside U.S.A.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous--even if they sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow

the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER:

• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.

Installation Instructions

Proper installation will ensure that this refrigerator operates most efficiently. Amana Appliances cannot be responsible for improper installation.

Space Requirements

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.

• To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a 1" (2.5 cm) space at the top of your refrigerator.

• If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave some extra space at the back to allow for the water line connection. The refrigerator can be flush with the back wall if you do not have an ice maker

installed.

• If your are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 21/2'' minimum on each side (depending on you model) to allow for the door to swing 90 °.

A. Stabilizing leg (some models) B. Hinge cover

C. Us" hex head screws

Leveling Refrigerator

Door Reversal

Caution

To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective

material when moving refrigerator.

NOTE: Do not install refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

Leveling Refrigerator

Some installations may require door reversal to achieve full door swing. If so proceed to "Door Reversal section before leveling your refrigerator.

If your refrigerator requires ice maker water supply connection, proceed to "Connect Ice Maker Water Supply" section before leveling you refrigerator.

1. Plug in power cord.

2. Mover refrigerator into final location.

3. Level refrigerator using a level placed on top of the

refrigerator.

• Remove toe grille. Remove bottom hinge cover if refrigerator has a stabilizing leg.

• Turn 3/8"hex headroller adjustment screws to raise or lower refrigerator cabinet. Front of refrigerator must be 1/4"(6 mm), or 1/2bubble on your level, higher than the back of your refrigerator.

• Make sure refrigerator cabinet is level from side to side by adjusting left and right roller adjustment

screw.

• Turn stabilizing leg (some models) clockwise until firmly against floor.

Tools Required

Putty knife (blade covered by masking tape)

5/16"hex nut driver 3/8"hex nut driver

Phillips screwdriver Blade screwdriver

Some installations may require door reversal to achieve full door swing. To reverse door swing direction perform the following steps:

1. Remove and reverse refrigerator and freezer handle. IMPORTANT: To prevent scratching of refrigerator

surfaces, blade of screwdriver and putty knife called

for in steps below must be covered with masking tape.

Refrigerator

• Pry up end caps using a putty knife with the blade

covered with masking tape. Remove end caps from refrigerator door. Remove handle from door

by removing 2 mounting screws at each end of handle. Nameplate logo will automatically reverse.

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A. Refrigerator door B. Handle C. Handle screws D. End caps

Refrigerator handle removal

Freezer

• Pry up back edge of handle cap using a putty knife

with the blade covered in masking tape. Remove

handle cap from handle. Remove handle from

door by removing mounting screw at each side of

handle.

• Pry 2 button plugs from hinge side of door using a putty knife with the blade covered in masking tape.

Save button plugs as they will be reused later.

A. Top hinge B. 5/16" screws C. Door closure (some models) D. Center hinge pin

E. Center hinge F. Phillips screws G. Bottom hinge pin H. Bottom Hinge

I. 3/s" screws J. Button plug

Hinges

Reverse doors as necessary by performing the

following steps:

• Remove button plugs from opposite side of refrigerator cabinet using putty knife covered with masking tape. Insert button plugs in holes left from hinge removal.

• Remove door stop from refrigerator and freezer doors with a Phillips screwdriver. Install door stop

on opposite side of door.

A. Handle Cap B. Screw C. Button Plug D. Freezer Handle

Freezer handle removal

2. Remove top hinge cover. Top hinge cover snaps off. Remove top hinge and hinge shim using hex nut

driver.

3. Remove refrigerator door by lifting off of center hinge pin.

4. Remove center hinge pin using hex nut driver.

5. Remove freezer door by lifting door off bottom hinge. An internal support rod may slide out of hinge socket. Replace rod on new hinge side before hanging door.

6. Remove center hinge bracket and hinge shim(s) using Phillips screwdriver.

7. Remove toe grille and bottom hinge cover. Both snap off.

8. Remove bottom hinge using hex nut driver.

A. Door stop Door stop

• Remove freezer door internal support rod located underneath freezer handle. Reinstall internal

support rod in hinge hole on opposite side of door.

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A. Internal support rod Moving internal support rod

10. Rehang doors by replacing bottom, center, and top hinges, along with freezer and refrigerator doors on opposite side of refrigerator performing steps 2-8 in

reverse order.

• Move plastic plug from left side of bottom hinge to

right side. Pinch tabs from underside of hinge to remove.

• Use a penny at top to space door 3/4"(18 mm)

from cabinet.

• handle side of door should be approximately 1/8"

(3 mm) higher than hinge side.

Door spacing

11.

Replace freezer door handle.

• Mount handle to opposite side of door using

mounting screws removed in previous step.

• Angle front edge of handle cap downward toward

back lip of freezer handle. Verify bottom tab on freezer cap slides under rear lip of freezer handle. Snap rear edge of handle cap in place. Place 2 button plugs in empty mounting holes.

Connect Ice Maker Water Supply Line

some models)

WARNING I

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe

personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before connecting water supply. After replacing doors connect power.

l CAUTION

Observe the following to avoid property damage:

• Make sure water pressure to water valve is between 20 and 100 pounds per square inch.

• Tighten adapter fitting and nuts with pliers and wewrenches. Do not overtighten.

• Check for water leaks and correct if necessary

before retruning refrigerator to normal location. After

24 hours check again for leaks.

Important

• Before connecting water supply, contact plumber to connect copper tubing to household plumbing in compliance with local codes and ordinances.

• Amana does not recommend using a self-piercing, or 3/16"saddle valve! Both reduce water flow, become

clogged with time and in addition may cause leaks if

repair is attempted. The correct type of shut-off valve requires a 1/4"hole to be drilled in the water supply pipe prior to valve attachement. Amana is not responsible for property damage cuased by improper

water connection.

A. Handle cap B. Screws C. Freezer handle

Handle replacement

12. Replace refrigerator door handles.

• Pry button plugs from hinge side of door with putty knife, blade covered with masking tape. Mount handle on opposite side of door using mounting screws removed previously.

• Snap end caps into place. Replace 4 button plugs in empty mounting holes.

Materials Required

1/4"O.D. (6 mm) flexible copper tubing is required. Length of copper tubing must reach from water supply connection to water valve inlet port on back of refrigerator, plus an additional 8 ft. (2 m) of tubing for a service loop. A service loop will allow refrigerator to be pulled away from the wall without disconnecting tubing.

Controls

Procedure

1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port.

A. Water valve inlet port B. Plastic cap

Cap removal

Place brass nut and brass sleeve on copper tubing. (Brass nut and sleeve are found in your literature packet.) Insert copper tubing into water valve inlet port. Connect brass nut on copper tubing to water valve inlet port. Make sure copper tubing is secure by pulling on copper tubing.

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A. "P" clamp B. Copper tubing C. Brass sleeve D. Brass nut

E. Water valve inlet port Water connection

3. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks, Correct any leaks at connection, Be careful not to overtighten connection,

4. Create a service loop using extreme care to avoid kinks, Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with a "P" clamp,

This refrigerator is designed to operate at normal

household temperatures of 55°to 110°F (13 ° to 43°C).

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls

Refrigerator control is located on upper rear wall of refrigerator section. Freezer control is located on left

front ceiling of freezer section.

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A. Refrigerator control B. Freezer control Controls

When freezer control is set to OFF, neither refrigerator

nor freezer sections will cool. Initially, set both controls to

4. Wait 24 hours for refrigerator and freezer sections to reach desired temperatures. After 24 hours, adjust

controls, one number at a time, as desired. 1 is warmest setting and 7 is coldest.

Setting Controls

Set controls precisely with a household thermometer that includes temperatures between -5 ° to 50°F (-21 oto 10°C).

Put thermometer snugly between frozen packages in

freezer section. Wait 5-8 hours. If freezer temperature is

not 0° to 2°F (-17 ° to -16°C), adjust control, 1 number at a time. Check again after 5-8 hours.

Put thermometer in a glass of water in middle of refrigerator section. Wait 5-8 hours. If refrigerator

temperature is not 38 ° to 40°F (3° to 4°C), adjust control,

1 number at a time. Check again after 5-8 hours.

Installation Checklist

This checklist is for personal records only.

Consumer Installer

Doors

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Handles are solidly attached to doors. Handle side of door is 1/8"(3 mm) higher than hinge side. (Door lowers when

loaded with food.) Doors seal completely to refrigerator cabinet.

Leveling

Refrigerator is tilted 1/4"(6 mm) from front to rear.

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Notes

Toe grille is properly attached to refrigerator.

Ice Maker

Water supply to refrigerator is turned on. Water leaks are not present at connection between household water supply and

refrigerator. (After 24 hours, consumer should check connection for water leaks.)

Ice maker arm is in on position for ice production. (It may take up to 24 hours

for first harvest of ice.)

Product Literature

Owner's manual is reviewed including the following information.

• product registration card

• Refrigerator and freezer controls

• Chiller Fresh TM system

• Garden Fresh TM crispers

• normal operating sounds

Consumer's Signature

Installer's Signature

Installer's Company Name/Phone Number

Date

Refrigerator Features

Caution

To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure

before placing items on shelf.

Refrigerator Shelves

Shelves adjust to meet individual storage needs. Some models feature Spillsaver TM shelves. Spillsaver TM shelves hold simple spills for easier cleaning. EasyGlide TM shelves pull forward for easy access of items in back.

I Caution I

To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.

• Remove shelves by lifting front, releasing hooks

from metal track then pulling out.

• Replace shelves by inserting hooks into metal track

and lowering front.

Chiller Fresh TM System

The temperature controlled meat drawer features a

drawer inside a sleeve. Freezer air circulates between drawer and sleeve. This systems keeps food fresh

longer and up to 5°F (3°C) colder than refrigerator

temperature. Temperature controlled meat drawer control is located

below front shelf trim. Control adjusts amount of air circulating around drawer. Slide control to COLD for normal refrigerator temperature and to COLDER for colder temperature. Ice crystals may form on drawer or

food on COLDER setting. Cold air entering the meat

drawer can decrease refrigerator temperature. Refrigerator control may need to be adjusted to a lower

number to compensate for colder air. Temperature controlled meat drawer can be moved from the left to the

right side of the refrigerator compartment to accomodate different storage needs. To move drawer perform the

following steps:

1. Remove drawer by lifting and pulling out. Remove shelf by lifting from front, releasing hooks from metal

track, then pulling out.

2. Remove plastic cap from back wall of refrigerator section by placing a knife covered with masking tape

underneath cap and pulling forward.

A. Spillsaver shelf Shelves

B. Slide out shelf

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A. Air inlet C. Sleeve

Chiller position

Rotate boot 180 ° to opposite side.

Insert plastic cap in opposite side of refrigerator

B. Boot

section. Confirm cap is snugly in place. Cold air may cause food to freeze if cap is not replaced.

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A. Plastic cap removed B. Plastic cap C. Right D. Left

Cap placement

5. Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering the front. Use slots 4 though 6 only.

6. Replace drawer by sliding in. Make sure boot fits snugly over air inlet in back wall.

Garden Fresh TM Crispers

Garden Fresh TM crispers keep produce fresh longer. Wrap produce tightly. Do not wash produce before placing in crispers. Excess moisture could cause produce to spoil prematurely. Do not line crispers with paper towels. Paper towels will retain moisture.

Garden Fresh TM control is located below front shelf trim. Control adjusts humidity in crispers. Slide control to high

for produce with leaves such as lettuce, spinach or cabbage. Slide control to Iowfor produce with skins such

as cauliflower, corn or tomatoes. Remove shelf and garden fresh crispers by completing

the following steps.

1. Open left* crisper. *For doors hinged on left, open right crisper.

A. Glass crisper top Removing crisper top

3. Remove left* crisper frame by lifting front while supporting underneath and pulling out. *For doors hinged on left, remove right crisper.

4. Remove support post at recess in bottom center of Refrigerator section.

5. Remove other crisper by sliding to opposite wall. Lift front while supporting underneath and pull out.

6. Replace crispers and shelf by reversing steps 2-5.

Storage Rack

Storage rack provides convenient storage for items such as a large bottle, eggs, etc.

• Hang rack by inserting tabs into holes on side of shelf.

Caution

To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.

2. Remove glass crisper top by gently pushing up from underneath. Tilt one end up and pull out.

A. Storage rack Storage rack placement

Covered Storage Bucket

Storage bucket has a lid and removable egg tray. When

tray is removed, bucket will accept items such as a

standard egg carton, ice, etc.

A. Cover C. Storage bucket

Storage bucket

B. Egg tray

A. Snaccess TM bin door

Snaccess bin removal

Dairy Center

Dairy center provides convenient storage for items such as butter, cheese, etc.

• Remove dairy center by lifting door, pushing tabs toward center and pulling out.

• Replace dairy center by sliding in until tabs lock into

place and lowering door.

A. Dairy Center door Dairy center

Snaccess TM Bin (Some models)

Snaccess TM bin provides convenient storage for small items and snacks. Top can be removed and bottom can

be used as an additional door bucket.

• Remove snaccess TM bin by lifting door, pushing tabs toward center and pulling out.

• Replace snaccess TM bin by sliding in until tabs lock.

Door Buckets

Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage needs.

• Remove door buckets by pushing tabs toward center and pulling out.

• Replace door buckets by sliding in until tabs lock into place.

A. Tabs Door bucket

Door Shelves

• Remove door shelves by lifting ends and pulling out.

• Replace door shelves by placing shelf on glides and sliding down.

A. Lift shelf up Door shelf

Freezer Features

Caution

To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure

before replacing items on shelf.

Ice Service Rack

Ice service rack provides easy access of ice cube trays and ice bucket.

Move ice service rack by completing the following steps.

1. Remove ice service rack by lifting rack off washer and pulling out.

2. Remove screws and washers. Remove plugs from opposite freezer wall. Replace plugs with screws and washers, and screws and washers with plugs.

3. Replace ice service rack by placing rack on washer and sliding down until

Adjustable Divider

Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to meet individual storage needs. Divider fits in any door

bucket or door shelf.

A. Adjustable divider Adjustable divider

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A. Ice service rack B. Screw C. Washer

Ice service rack

Glass Shelf

• Remove wire shelf by pulling out. A sharp tug may be

necessary.

• Replace glass shelf by sliding in until back locks in

place.

Glass shelf

Wire Basket

Wire basket slides out for easy access of items in back.

• Remove wire basket by lifting and pulling out.

• Replace wire basket by sliding in.

A. Wire basket Wire basket

Wire Divider

Wire divider organizes storage space. Divider can be moved left or right.

Care and Cleaning

I WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe

personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect

power.

Caution I

To avoid personal injury or property damage, read and follow all cleaning product manufacturer's directions.

General

1. Wash surfaces with 4 tablespoons baking soda dissolved in 1 quart warm water and a soft, clean

cloth.

2. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.

• Do not use the following items:

abrasive or harsh cleaners, ammonia, chlorine bleach, etc.

concentrated detergents or solvents metal scouring pads

These items can scratch, crack, and discolor

surfaces.

• Do not place buckets, shelves, etc. in

dishwasher.

A. Wire divider Wire divider

Tall Package Retainer

Tall package retainer keeps tall items secure. Retainer fits in any door bucket or door shelf.

A. Tall package retainer Tall package retainer

Odor Removal

1. Remove all food and disconnect power to refrigerator.

2. Clean all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor, and walls according to "General" instructions. Pay special

attention to corners, crevices, and grooves. Include all drawers, shelves, and gaskets.

3. Connect power to refrigerator and return food to refrigerator. Wash and dry all bottles, containers and

jars. Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers to

prevent further odor. After 24 hours, check if odor

was eliminated.

Complete the following steps if odor was not eliminated.

4. Complete steps 1-2.

5. Place garden fresh crispers on top shelf of refrigerator section. Pack refrigerator and freezer sections including doors with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper.

6. Place charcoal briquettes randomly throughout newspaper.

7. Close doors and let stand 24-48 hours.

8. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers.

9. Complete steps 2-3.

ContactConsumerAffairsDepartmentifodorwasstill noteliminated.RefertoModelIdentificationsectionfor

phonenumber.

Adhesives

1. Remove glue residue by rubbing toothpaste into adhesive with fingers until adhesive loosens.

2. Rinse surface with warm water. Dry surface with a soft, clean cloth.

Door Gaskets

1. Clean door gaskets every 3 months according to "General" instructions.

2. Apply a light film of petroleum jelly to keep gaskets pliable.

Condenser Coils

Clean condenser coil every 3 months to ensure maximum performance of refrigerator. Accumulated dust and lint may cause the following:

• reduced cooling performance

• increased energy usage

• premature part failure

1. Remove toe grille by holding ends and pulling forward.

2. Clean front surface of condenser coil with a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle.

3. Replace toe grille by inserting clips in holes and snapping in.

Clean crevices by completing the following steps:

1. Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices using a plastic bristle brush. Let set for 5 minutes.

2. Spray warm water into crevices using faucet spray attachment.

3. Dry shelf thoroughly and replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering front.

Light Bulbs

I WARNING I

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe

personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After replacing light bulb, connect power.

I Caution I

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:

• Allow light bulb to cool.

• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.

• Remove light bulb cover by removing 1¼,,hex nut

screws. Replace bulb(s) with 40-watt appliance

bulb(s). Replace light bulb cover by replacing 1¼,,hex nut

screws.

Caution I

To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective

material.

4. Raise stabilizing leg (some models) by turning counterclockwise.

5. Pull refrigerator away from wall. Run a vacuum brush across condenser fan outlet grille on back of refrigerator.

Glass Shelves

Caution I

To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.

Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track then pulling out. Place shelf on a towel. Allow shelf to adjust to room temperature before cleaning.

Energy Tips Normal Operating Sounds

This refrigerator is designed to be one of the most energy efficient refrigerators available. Reduce energy use by observing the following.

• Operate in normal household temperatures of 55°to 110°F (13 ° to 43°C) away from heat sources and

direct sunlight.

• Set refrigerator, freezer, and Chiller Fresh TM system

controls no colder than necessary.

• Keep freezer section full.

• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace gaskets ifworn.

• Keep condenser coils clean.

Vacation Tips

Complete the following steps for short vacations.

1. Remove perishable foods. Warranty does not cover food loss. Check warranty certificate for specific coverage.

2. If an ice maker is installed, move ice maker arm to

offposition.

Complete the following steps for long vacations.

1. Empty refrigerator and freezer sections.

2. Unplug refrigerator.

3. Clean refrigerator and door gaskets according to "General" instructions in "Care and Cleaning"

section.

4. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.

5. If an ice maker is installed, turn water supply to refrigerator off and move ice maker arm to off position.

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. These sounds also indicate refrigerator is operating and

performing as designed.

1. Freezer control clicks when starting or stopping compressor.

2. Freezer fan air rushes and whirs.

3. Sealed system (evaporator and heat exchanger) refrigerant flow gurgles, pops or sounds like boiling

water.

4. Defrost heater sizzles, hisses or pops.

5. Defrost timer sounds like an electric clock and snaps in and out of defrost cycle.

6. Condenser fan air rushes and whirs.

7. Compressor has a high pitched hum or pulsating sound.

8. Ice cubes from ice maker (some models) drop into ice bucket.

9. Ice maker water valve hookup (some models) buzzes when ice maker fills with water. This occurs

whether or not refrigerator is connected to water

supply. If refrigerator is not connected to water supply, stop sound by raising ice maker arm to off position.

10. Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has excellent insulating capabilities. However, foam

insulation is not as sound absorbent as previously used fiberglass insulation.

Before Calling For Service

Refrigerator does not operate.

• Confirm freezer control is on.

• Confirm refrigerator is plugged in.

• Check fuse or circuit breaker. Plug in another item at that wall outlet.

• Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts. If freezer control is on, lights work but 2 fans and compressor are not operating, refrigerator may be in defrost cycle.

Refrigerator still won't operate.

• Unplug refrigerator. Transfer food to another unit or place dry ice in freezer section to preserve food. Warranty does not cover food loss. Check warranty certificate for specific coverage.

• Call 1-800-628-5782 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622- 5511 outside U.S.A. to locate an authorized Amana technician.

Food temperature appears too warm.

• See above sections.

• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach refrigerator or freezer temperature.

• Check gaskets for proper seal.

• Clean condenser coils.

• Adjust refrigerator and/or freezer control.

Chiller fresh system temperature is too warm.

• Slide control to colder setting.

• Adjust freezer control to colder setting.

Garden Fresh TM crispers or Chiller Fresh TM system does not close freely. (some models)

• Check for a package which may prevent drawer from closing properly.

• Confirm drawer is in proper position.

• Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water.

Rinse and dry thoroughly.

• Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer channels.

• Confirm refrigerator is level.

Refrigerator has an odor.

• See "Odor Removal" instructions in "Care and Cleaning" section.

Refrigerator makes unfamiliar sounds or seems too loud.

• It may be normal. See "Normal Operating Sounds" section.

Ice cubes have an odor.

• See "Odor Removal" instructions in "Care and Cleaning" section.

• Discard ice and clean ice bucket or trays more frequently. Ice cubes are porous and absorb odors easily.

Ice cubes stick together or "shrink".

• Empty ice cube bucket or trays more frequently. If

used infrequently, ice cubes may stick together or

shrink.

Food temperature is too cold.

• Clean condenser coils.

• Adjust refrigerator control.

• Adjust freezer control to warmer setting. Allow several hours for temperature to adjust.

Refrigerator runs too frequently.

• It may be normal to maintain constant temperature.

• Doors may have been opened frequently or for an extended period of time.

• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach refrigerator or freezer temperature.

• Clean condenser coils.

• Adjust freezer control.

• Check gaskets for proper seal.

Water droplets form on inside of refrigerator.

• It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened frequently.

Water droplets form on outside of refrigerator.

• Check door gaskets for proper seal.

Warranty

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.

Sixth through Tenth Year

Amana Appliances will provide a replacement part for any sealed system component (compressor, condenser, evaporator, drier, and interconnecting tubing), f.o.b. Amana, Iowa, which is defective due to workmanship or materials.

Full One Year Warranty

Full Five Year Warranty on Sealed System Components

and Food Compartment Liner

Warranty Limitations

• Begins at date of original purchase.

• Applies to product used within the United States or in Canada if product has Canadian Standards Association listing when shipped from the factory.

• Service must be performed by an authorized Amana technician.

Warranty Is Void If

• Serial plate is defaced.

• Product is used on a commercial, rental or leased

basis.

• Product has defect or damage due to product accident, alteration, connection to an improper electrical supply, fire, flood, lightning, or other conditions beyond the control of Amana Appliances.

• Product is improperly installed or used.

Owner's Responsibilities

• Provide proof of purchase (sales receipt).

• Provide normal care and maintenance. Replace owner replaceable items where directions appear

in Owner's Manual.

• Make product reasonably accessible for service.

• Pay premium service costs for service outside technician's normal business hours.

• Pay for service calls related to product

installation.

In no event shall Amana Appliances be liable for incidental or consequential damages including

food loss*.

*This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have others which vary from state to state. For example, some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so

this exclusion may not apply to you.

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