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Owner's Manual
English ........................................................................ 2
Fran£ais .................................................................... 19
Seccion de castellano ............................................... 39
Keep these instructions for future reference. Be sure this manual stays with refrigerator
Electrical Requirements .............................................. 2
Model Identification ..................................................... 2
Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator ............................ 3
Installation Instructions ................................................ 4
Installation Checklist ................................................... 6
Controls ...................................................................... 7
Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ®Controls ...................... 7
Setting Controls ....................................................... 7
Touchmatic TM Electronic Controls (some models) .... 7
Fresh Food Features
Fresh Food Shelves ................................................. 8
Chiller Fresh TM System (some models) .................... 9
Garden Fresh TM Crispers ......................................... 9
Storage Rack (some models) ................................... 9
Covered Storage Bucket (some models) ................ 10
Dairy Center (some models) ................................... 10
Snack Chiller (some models) ................................. 10
Temperature Controlled Beverage Chiller TM
(some models) ....................................................... 10
Door Buckets ......................................................... 11
Door Shelves .......................................................... 11
Adjustable Divider (Some models) .......................... 11
Deepfreeze ®Features
Automatic Ice Maker (some models) ...................... 12
Deepfreeze ®Rack (some models) .......................... 12
Stor-Mor¢ System .................................................. 13
Door Dikes (some models) ..................................... 13
Tall Package Retainer (some models) .................... 13
Ice 'N' Water TM Dispenser
(some models) ....................................................... 13
Water Dispenser Operation ................................. 13
Ice Dispenser Operation ..................................... 14
Removing Ice Bucket .......................................... 14
Dispenser Light (some models) .......................... 14
Taste and Odor ................................................... 14
Care and Cleaning
General .................................................................. 15
Odor Removal ........................................................ 15
Adhesives .............................................................. 15
Door Gaskets ........................................................ 15
Condenser Coils .................................................... 15
Glass Shelves ........................................................ 15
Light Bulbs ............................................................. 16
Normal Operating Sounds ......................................... 17
Before Calling For Service ......................................... 17
Asure TM Service Plan ................................................ 18
Energy Tips ............................................................... 18
Vacation Tips ............................................................ 18
Warranty (Nonelectronic Models) .............................. 19
Warranty (Electronic Models) .................................... 19
I WARNING
To prevent electrical shock which can cause severe
person injury or death this refrigerator must be properly grounded.
Electrical Grounding Instructions -- This refrigerator is
equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for
protection against possible shock hazards. Ifa 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.
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. Keep a copy of sales receipt for future
reference.
When contacting Amana, provide product information.
Product information is on the serial plate, located on (upper left corner, ceiling) of Fresh Food section. Record
the following information:
Model Number: Manufacturing Number:
SIN or Serial Number: Date of purchase:
Dealer's name and address:
Recognize this symbol
as a safety precaution.
Amanaalsohasanetworkofindependentauthorized technicians.LocateaFactoryServiceCenteror independentauthorizedAmanatechnicianbycalling1-
800-628-5782insideU.S.A.and1-319-622-5511outside
U.S.A.Warrantyservicemustbeperformedbyan
authorizedAmanatechnician.Amanaalsorecommends contactinganauthorizedAmanatechnicianifserviceis
requiredafterwarrantyexpires. Amanaoffersacompletelineofappliances:cooktops,
dishwashers,dryers,freezers,microwaveovens,ranges, wallovens,andwashers.Amanaalsomanufacturesa completeselectionofhighefficiencygasfurnacesplus
bothcentralandroomairconditioners.
EnjoythisnewAmana®refrigerator.
Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous--even if they will 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 YOU R OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER:
Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in place so that children may
not easily climb inside.
Installation Instructions
Proper installation will ensure this refrigerator operates most efficiently. Amana cannot be responsible for improper installation.
1. Remove doors if necessary.
WARNING
Toavoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before removing doors. After replacing
doors, connect power.
a. Remove toe grille. b. Electronic Models
Unplug wiring harness from voltage box.
d. Remove top hinge covers. (A below)
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, green ground wire must remain attached to hinge.
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e. Electronic and Dispenser Models
Unplug top hinge wire connectors. Do not remove green ground wire from hinge. Carefully lift and remove top hinges. Do not disturb position of hinge shims. (B)
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A. Wiring harness
c. Dispenser Models
Loosen water tube clamp screw. Loosen plastic water tube union nut. Pull water tube away from union nut and through tube clamp.
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Plastic water tube union nut
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B.
Water tube clamp screw Water tube
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C. Hingecover F. Wire connectors
D. Door hinge screws G. Green groundwire E. Top hinge
f. Remove doors.
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To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective
material when moving refrigerator.
g. Slide appliance cart under side of refrigerator. Wrap
refrigerator with blanket or pad. Thread cart strap around refrigerator and tighten. Do not overtighten strap. Move refrigerator in front of final location.
h.
Rehang doors by reversing steps a-f. Use a penny at
top of doors to space doors 3/4"(18 ram) from cabinet.
2. Connecting Water Supply
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before connecting water supply. After
connecting water supply, connect power.
Caution
Toavoid property damage, observe the following:
Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 20 and 100 pounds per square inch.
Tighten nut by hand to avoid cross threading. Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches. Do not overtighten.
Check for water leaks and correct if necessary before returning refrigerator to normal location and 24 hours after connecting.
Important
Before connecting water supply, contact a plumber to connect copper tubing to household plumbing in compliance with local codes and ordinances.
Aself-piercing or3/16'' saddle valve is not recommended. Both reduce water flow, become clogged with time and may cause leaks if repair is attempted. The correct type of shut off valve requires a %" hole to be drilled in water supply pipe prior to valve attachment. The manufacturer is not responsible for property damage caused by improper water
connection.
Materials Required
V4"(6 mm) flexible copper tubing. Length of copper tubing must reach from water supply connection plus an additional 8' (2 m)for service loop behind refrigerator.
Procedure
1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Place brass nut and brass sleeve on copper tubing. Insert copper tubing into water valve inlet port. Connect brass nut on copper tubing to water valve inlet port. Confirm copper tubing is secure by pulling on copper tubing.
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Create service loop using extreme care to avoid kinks. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with a "P" clamp.
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Plug in power cord.
4.
Move refrigerator into final location.
5.
Level refrigerator and align doors.
a.Remove toe grille.
b.Turn roller adjustment screw to raise or lower
refrigerator cabinet until refrigerator is stable. Some models have both front and rear adjustable rollers.
c.Models with Hinge Adjusting Cam
If tops of doors are not aligned after leveling, loosen refrigerator door hinge screws _/2turn. Turn cam
clockwise 1 increment at a time until doors are aligned. Open and close doors. Tighten hinge
screws.
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A. Rear roller adjustment screw
B. Door hinge screws C. Hinge adjusting cam D. Front rolleradjustment screw
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Review "Installation Checklist" in Owner's Manual with consumer.
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A. "P"clamp B. Coppertubing C. Brass nut D. Brass sleeve
E. Water valve inlet connection
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Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.
Installation Checklist
This checklist is for personal records only.
Consumer Installer
Doors
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Doors are aligned with each other. (After food has been added to refrigerator, consumer should check door alignment).
Doors seal completely to refrigerator cabinet. Handles are solidly attached to doors.
Touchmatic TM Electronic and Ice 'N Wate( ° Dispenser Models If doors were removed to install refrigerator, top hinge wire connectors are
reconnected.
Leveling
Refrigerator is stable.
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Toe grille is properly attached torefrigerator.
Ice Maker
Water supply torefrigerator 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
Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ®controls
Chiller Fresh TM system
Garden Fresh ," crispers
normal operating sounds
Notes
Consumer's Signature
Installer's Signature
Installer's Company Name/Phone Number
Date
Controls
This refrigerator is designed to operate at normal household temperatures of 55°to 110°F (13° to 43°C).
Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ® Controls
Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ®controls are located on
upper rear wall of Fresh Food ®section.
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A. Deepfreeze control B. Freshfood control
When Deepfreeze ®control is set to off, neither Fresh
Food nor Deepfreeze ®sections will cool. Initially, set both
controls to 4. Wait 24 hours for Fresh Food and
Deepfreeze ®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 with a household thermometer that includes temperatures between -5°to 50°F (-21 °to 10°C).
Put thermometer snugly between frozen packages in
Deepfreeze ®section. Wait 5-8 hours. If Deepfreeze ® 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 Fresh
Food section. Wait 5-8 hours. If Fresh Food temperature is not 38° to 40°F (3° to 4°C), adjust control, 1 number at a time. Check again after 5-8 hours.
Touchmatic 'MElectronic Controls (some models)
Locate power switch on right side of black box in center of cabinet behind toe grille. Turn power switch on before programming.
Touchmatic electronic controls are located on refrigerator between door handles. Press * pad to activate control panel. All other pads, except for ALARM OFF pad, remain inactive until * pad is pressed. Once activated, pads remain programmable for at least 10 minutes.
Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ®controls are preset at 5. Wait 24 hours after connecting
power for Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ® sections to reach desired temperatures. After 24 hours, adjust controls as desired. 1 is warmest setting and 9 is coldest. Refer to "Setting Controls" section to set controls
precisely.
Adjust Fresh Food or Deepfreeze ® temperatures by pressing * pad then REFRIG TEMPpad or FREEZER TEMP pad. Press WARMERpad or COLDER pad to adjust temperature setting 1level at a time. Holding down WARMERpad or COLDER pad adjusts temperature more
than 1 level at a time.
Entry Tone Entry tone indicates a pad was pressed and
command was read and accepted.
Deactivate entry tone by pressing and holding * pad for 3 to 5 seconds. Three short beeps indicate instructions were accepted.
Activate entry tone by pressing and holding * pad for 3 to 5 seconds.
Vacation Mode Vacation mode defrosts refrigerator less often
during extended non-use periods.
Activate vacation mode by pressing * pad then VACATION pad. Indicator light will glow.
Deactivate vacation mode by pressing * pad then VACATION pad. Opening Fresh Food or Deepfreeze ®door will also
deactivate vacation mode.
Max Cool Mode Max cool mode adjusts Fresh Food
temperature to coldest setting. After 10 hours,
Fresh Food temperature automatically returns
to previous setting.
Activate max cool mode by pressing * pad then MAX COOL pad. Indicator light will
glow.
Deactivate max cool mode before automatic reset by pressing * pad then MAX COOL pad.
Fast Freeze Mode Fast freeze mode adjusts Deepfreeze ®
temperature to coldest setting. After 24 hours,
Deepfreeze ®temperature automatically returns to previous setting.
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Activate fast freeze mode by pressing * pad then FAST FREEZE pad. Indicator light will glow.
Deactivate fast freeze mode before automatic reset by
pressing * pad then FAST FREEZE pad.
Door Open Alarm Door open alarm sounds and indicator light blinks if either door is open for more than 3 minutes.
Deactivate door open alarm by pressing ALARM OFF pad or by closing either door.
Activate door open alarm by pressing * pad then holding ALARM OFFpad for 3 to 5 seconds. Three short beeps indicate instructions were accepted.
Fresh Food Features
Caution
To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure
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before placing items on shelf.
Fresh Food Shelves
Models feature either glass orwire shelves. Shelves
adjust up or down to meet individual storage needs. Some
models feature Spillsaver TM shelves. Spillsaver T'_'shelves hold simple spills for easier cleaning.
High Temperature Alarm High temperature alarm sounds and indicator light glows if Fresh Food or Deepfreeze ®temperature is high for 2 hours. A blinking light signals affected compartment. Alarm ends when proper temperature is reached.
Deactivate high temperature alarm by pressing ALARM OFF pad.
Thermistor Alarm Thermistor electronically senses Fresh Food and
Deepfreeze ®temperatures. Thermistor alarm sounds and indicator lights scroll if Fresh Food or Deepfreeze ®
thermistor is not operating properly.
Deactivate display by pressing ALARM OFF pad.
If thermistor alarm sounds, contact an authorized Amana _ technician immediately.
If ALARM OFFpad is pressed, thermistor control retests to confirm situation has been corrected. Alarm sounds
again if thermistor is still not operating properly. Display Lights
Deactivate temperature display lights by pressing * pad then pressing DISPLAY OFFpad.
Activate temperature display lights by pressing any of top 5 pads.
Clean Condenser Coil Light Clean condenser coil light glows every 3 months as a reminder to clean condenser coils. Light automatically
cancels in 72 hours.
Deactivate clean condenser coil light before automatic reset by pressing ALARM OFFpad.
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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.
EasyGlide T'_'shelves pull forward for easy access of items in back.
Chiller Fresh TM System (somemodels)
Chiller Fresh T"system features a drawer inside a sleeve. Air circulates between drawer and sleeve. This systems keeps food fresh longer and up to 5°F (3°C) colder than
Fresh Food temperature.
Chiller Fresh Try'control is located below front shelf trim. Control adjusts amount of air circulating around drawer.
Slide control to coldfor normal Fresh Food temperature and to coldestfor colder temperature. Ice crystals may form on drawer or food on coldestsetting. Cold air can decrease Fresh Food temperature. Fresh Food control may need to be adjusted.
Remove drawer by lifting and pulling out. Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track
then pulling out.
Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering front. Use slots 8 through 11 only. Replace
drawer by sliding in. Confirm boot is over air inlet in side wall.
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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 and garden fresh crispers by completing the
following steps.
1. Open crisper.
2. Remove shelf by gently pushing up from underneath. Tilt one end up then pull out.
3. Remove crisper by lifting front while supporting underneath then pulling out.
4. Replace crispers and shelf by reversing steps 1-3.
Garden Fresh TM Crispers
Garden Fresh Try'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.
Storage Rack (some models)
Storage rack provides convenient storage for items such
as a large bottle, eggs, etc.
Depending on location of shelf, hang rack using 1 of the
following methods. Rack cannot be installed next to lower
Fresh Food section light bulb.
Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track then pulling out. Hang rack by inserting tabs into slots on side of shelf. Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering front.
Slide rack along side of shelf until tabs are inserted into slots.
A. Storagerack
Covered Storage Bucket (somemodels)
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.
Snack Chiller (some models)
Snack chiller provides convenient storage for small items and snacks. Items are kept cooler with air circulating from Temperature Controlled Beverage Chiller TM.
Temperature Controlled Beverage Chiller TM
(some models)
Temperature Controlled Beverage Chiller TM keeps
beverages up to 5°F (3°C) colder than Fresh Food section. Air inlet allows air from Deepfreeze ®section to
pass to beverage chiller. Air inlet is located on interior wall of Fresh Food door.
Beverage chiller control is located on left front wall of
Fresh Food section. Control adjusts amount of air
circulating in beverage chiller. Turn control to coldfor
normal Fresh Food temperature and to colderfor colder temperature.
A. Lid B. Egg tray C. Storage bucket
Dairy Center (somemodels)
Dairy center provides convenient storage for items such as butter, cheese, etc.
A. Fresh food section B. Temperature control
Remove beverage chiller door by removing lower door buckets. Remove door buckets by pushing tabs toward center and pulling out. Slide door down and out through bottom of door track.
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Replacebeveragechillerdoorbyslidingdoorup throughbottomofdoortrack.Retentionglidesmust remaininplacetoreplacedoor.Replacedoorbuckets byslidinginuntiltabslockintoplace.
A. Doortrack B. Beveragechillerdoor
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.
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Shelf glide
Remove hook-style door shelves by lifting ends and releasing hooks on bottom of shelf. Replace hook-style shelves by inserting hooks and lowering bottom of shelf. Push down on ends.
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A. Tabs
Door Shelves
Remove slide-style door shelves by lifting ends up and pulling out.
Replace slide-style door shelves by placing shelf on glides and sliding down.
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Caution
To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure
before replacing items on shelf.
Adjustable Divider (Somemodels) Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to
meet individual storage needs. Divider fits inany door bucket or door shelf.
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A. Adjustabledivider
Deepfreeze ®Features
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Toavoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure before replacing items on shelf.
Automatic Ice Maker (somemodels)
Confirm ice bucket is in place and ice maker arm is down.
After ice is formed, ice maker drops ice cubes into ice storage bucket. During ice production, ice maker arm raises and lowers. When ice storage bucket is full, ice maker arm turns ice maker off. Discard first 3 harvests of ice after initially connecting refrigerator to household water supply and after extended periods of
non-use.
Stop ice production by raising ice maker arm. A definite click is heard when proper position is reached. Ice maker arm will remain in off position until pushed down.
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To avoid damage to ice maker, observe the following:
Do not force ice maker arm down or up.
Do not place or store anything in ice storage bucket.
Deepfreeze ® Rack (some models)
Deepfreeze ®rack holds ice cube trays and provides
additional storage.
Remove Deepfreeze ®rack by lifting rack and pushing front hooks in to release hooks from shelf. Pull front of
rack down. Push hooks in to release back hooks from shelf. Slide rack off shelf.
Replace Deepfreeze ®rack by pushing back hooks in and placing hooks over shelf. Push front hooks in and place hooks over shelf.
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A. OPposition B. On position
After Deepfreeze ®section reaches normal temperature, ice maker fills with water and begins
operating. Allow 24-48 hours after installation before first harvest of ice. Ice maker produces 7 to 9
harvests of ice in a 24-hour period under ideal conditions.
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Deepfreeze ®
Stor-Mor _ System
Wire shelves and baskets slide out for easy access of items in back and can be rearranged to meet individual storage needs.
Remove shelves and baskets by lifting and pulling out.
Replace shelves and baskets by placing shelves and baskets on side rails. Slide shelves and baskets right and back until round knob is behind stop on rail.
Tall Package Retainer (some models)
Tall package retainer keeps tall items secure. Retainer fits
in any door bucket or door shelf.
Ice 'N' Water TM Dispenser
(some models)
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A. Wire shelve B, Wire baskets
Door Dikes (some models)
Door dikes snap out for easy removal of Deepfreeze ®
shelves and baskets.
Remove door dike by pulling out.
Replace door dike by aligning dike with extrusions on Deepfreeze ®door. Push until dike snaps in place.
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A. Door dike
Door dike B.
To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe following instructions:
Do not operate dispenserwith Deepfreeze ®door open.
Do not put fingers, hands, or any foreign object into dispenser opening.
Do not use sharp objects to break ice.
Water Dispenser Operation
It takes approximately 1 minute after initially pressing
dispenser bar before water dispenses after initial
connection of water supply. Discard first 10 to 14
containers of water after initially connecting refrigerator to
household water supply and after extended periods of
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Dispense water by pressing sturdy wide mouthed container against water dispenser bar.
Stop water dispensing by releasing pressure on bar.
A small amount of water may continue to fall. Spill
shelf is not self-draining. Large spills should be wiped dry.
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Ice Dispenser Operation
Caution
Toavoid property damage, do not dispense ice directly into thin glass, fine china, or delicate crystal.
Select cubed or crushed mode by sliding lever on dispenser panel. Dispense ice by pressing wide mouthed container against ice dispenser bar.
Important Reduce spraying of crushed ice by holding wide mouthed container directly under ice chute and as high as possible in dispenser area.
Removing Ice Bucket
Remove ice bucket by lifting bucket and pulling out.
Replace ice bucket by sliding in until bucket locks in place. Ice bucket must be locked in place for proper ice dispensing, tf Deepfreeze ®door does not close, bucket is not in proper location.
Dispenser Light (some models)
A light is activated when dispensing ice or water. Some
models feature a night light.
Activate night light by pushing switch, located underneath dispenser and left of ice dispenser bar.
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Stop ice dispensing by releasing pressure on bar before container is full. Some ice will continue to fall.
Do not remove container until last of ice falls.
If dispensing ice continuously, dispenser motor is designed to shut off after 3 to 5 minutes. Motor resets after 3 minutes and dispensing can continue.
A slight delay occurs when switching between cubed and crushed modes. Pieces of crushed ice will vary in size and shape. "Snow" may form on door and ice chute when repeatedly dispensing crushed ice. Allow "snow" to evaporate or wipe dry.
Dispenser operates only with cubes of proper size and crescent shape. Do not add purchased ice cubes or other shaped cubes to ice bucket.
A. Night light switch
Taste and Odor
Observe the following to minimize taste and odor
difficulties:
Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers or moisture proof bags.
Install water filter, part #R0185011 on water line.
Contact local water treatment company for specialized help if difficulties persist.
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Care and Cleaning
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect power.
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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.
Toavoid 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.
Odor Removal
1. Remove allfood 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 ifodor 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 Fresh
Food section. Pack Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ® 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.
Contact Consumer Affairs Department if odor was still not eliminated. Refer to Model Identification section for phone
number.
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 compressorfailure
1. Remove toe grille by holding ends and pulling forward.
2. Clean front surface of condenser coil with avacuum cleaner hose nozzle.
3. Replace toe grille by inserting clips in holes and snapping in.
I Caution
To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective
material.
4. Pull refrigerator away from wall. Run a vacuum brush across condenser fan outlet grille on back
of refrigerator.
Glass Shelves
I 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.
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.
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.
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Light Bulbs
Toavoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After replacing light bulb, connect power.
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To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:
Allow light bulb to cool.
Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.
Deepfreeze ® Section
1. Remove ice bucket by lifting bucket and pulling out.
2. Remove light bulb cover by removing screw. Replace bulb with 40-watt appliance bulb.
3. Replace light bulb cover by holding cover in place over light bulb. Insert and tighten screw.
4. Replace ice bucket by sliding in until bucket locks in place.
Upper Fresh Food Section
Remove light bulb cover by removing ¼" hex nut screws. Replace bulb(s) with 40-watt appliance bulb(s).
Replace light bulb cover by replacing ¼" hex nut screws.
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A. Light bulbcover
Lower Fresh Food Section (somemodels)
Remove light bulb cover by removing screw. Replace bulb with 40-watt tubular bulb.
Replace light bulb cover by placing cover over light bulb. Insert and tighten screw.
B. Light bulbs
A. Light bulb cover B. Lightbulb
Ice 'N' Water TM Dispenser (somemodels) Light bulb is located between dispenser arms.
Remove light bulb by unscrewing light bulb. Replace light bulb with a 6-watt, 120-volt bulb.
Replace light bulb by inserting and tightening bulb.
A. Lightbulb B. Light bulbcover C. Screw
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Normal Operating Sounds Before Calling For Service
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. Deepfreeze _control clicks when starting or stopping compressor.
2. Deepfreeze <_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. Condenser fan air rushes and whirs.
6. Compressor has a high pitched hum or pulsating sound.
7. Ice cubes from ice maker (some models) drop into ice bucket.
Ice auger (Ice 'N' Water T_'Dispenser models) hums as auger agitates ice during dispensing. Ice auger is located in freezer door. (not shown) 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, tf refrigerator is not connected to water supply, stop sound by raising ice maker arm to off position. Water valve hook up is located in back, bottom, left hand corner. (not shown)
Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has excellent insulating capabilities. However, foam insulation is not as sound absorbent as previously used fiberglass insulation. (not shown)
Refrigerator does not operate.
Confirm Deepfreeze ®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
Deepfreeze ®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 Deepfreeze ®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 Fresh
Food or Deepfreeze <_temperature.
Check gaskets for proper seal.
Clean condenser coils.
Adjust Fresh Food and/or Deepfreeze ®control.
Confirm rear air grille is not blocked. Rear air grille is
located behind left garden fresh crisper.
Chiller fresh system temperature is too warm.
Slide control to colder setting.
Adjust Deepfreeze ¢ control to colder setting.
Food temperature is too cold.
Clean condenser coils.
Adjust Fresh Food control.
Adjust Deepfreeze ®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 orfor an
extended period of time.
Allow time for recently added warm food to reach Fresh
Food or Deepfreeze <_temperature.
Clean condenser coils.
Adjust Deepfreeze ®control.
Check gaskets for proper seal.
Water droplets form on inside of refrigerator.
tt 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.
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Garden Fresh TMcrispers or Chiller Fresh TM system does not close freely.
Check for a package which may prevent drawerfrom 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 or ice maker make unfamiliar sounds or seems too loud.
It may be normal. See "Normal Operating Sounds" section.
Ice maker is not producing ice.
Confirm ice maker arm is down.
Confirm household water supply is reaching water valve.
Confirm ice makerwiring harness is completely inserted into proper holes.
Check for kinks in copper or plastic tubing. Remove kinks or replace tubing.
Check electrical connections to water valve coil and connector block on refrigerator cabinet.
Confirm Deepfreeze ®section is operating at proper temperature.
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.
Ice forms in inlet tube to ice maker.
Check water pressure. Low water pressure will cause valve to leak. Self-piercing valves cause low
water pressure. Amana recommends using copper tubing to connect household plumbing to
refrigerator. Do not use self-piercing valve. Amana is not responsible for property damage due to
improper installation or water connection.
Amana is pleased to offer long-term service protection on this new refrigerator. Asure TMExtended Service Plan is specially designed to supplement Amana's strong warranty. Asure TM provides budget-protecting coverage on
refrigerator that includes parts, labor and travel charges. A participating Amana dealer has details, or call Asure TM department at 1/800-528-2682.
Energy Tips
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 ° to43°C) away from heat sources and direct sunlight.
Set Fresh Food, Deepfreeze ®,and Chiller Fresh T'_ system controls no colder than necessary.
Keep Deepfreeze ®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 up, to off position.
Complete the following steps for long vacations.
1. Empty Fresh Food and Deepfreeze ®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 up, to off position.
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Warranty (Electronic Models)
Full One Year Warranty
Full Five Year Warranty on Sealed System Components and Food Compartment Liner
Limited Five Year Warranty on Electronic Control Components Limited Ten Year Warranty on Sealed System Components
First Year
Amana will repair or 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 and interconnecting tubing) and
repair any food compartment liner (exclusive of door liner) which is defective due to workmanship or materials.
Second through Fifth Year
Amana will provide a free replacement part, f.o.b. Amana, Iowa, for any electronic control component (high voltage and low voltage P.C.
boards, upper trim keyboard assembly) which is defective due to workmanship or materials.
Sixth through Tenth Years
Amana will provide a replacement part f.o.b. Amana, Iowa, for any sealed system component (compressor, condenser, evaporator, and
interconnecting tubing), which is defective due to workmanship or materials.
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 improperelectricat supply, fire, flood, lightning, shipping and handling, or other conditions beyond the
control of Amana.
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 and usage.
In no event shall Amana 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.
Warranty (Nonelectronic Models)
Full Five Year Warranty on Sealed System Components and Food Compartment Liner
Limited Ten Year Warranty on Sealed System Components
First Year
Amana will repair or 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 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 wiiI provide a replacement part f.o.b. Amana, Iowa, for any sealed system component (compressor, condenser, evaporator, and interconnecting tubing), which is defective due to workmanship or materials.
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.
_/arranty 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,
shipping and handling, or other conditions beyond the control of Amana.
Product is improperly installed or used.
Full One Year Warranty
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 and usage.
In no event shall Amana 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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