Amana Upright Freezers User Manual [en, es, fr]
Owners Manual
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Contents
Introduction.................................................................2
Important Safety Information...................................3-4
Deepfreeze
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Upright Freezers
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Maytag Services
Attn: Amana CAIR®Center
P.O. Box 39
est 4th Street North
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403
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1-800-843-0304 in U.S.A.
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Internet: http://www.amana.com
WCW Part No. 1-82034-003 rev. 00
Part No. 12631111
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our model and serial number:
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Installation Instructions ...............................................4
Temperature Control...................................................5
Custom F
Hints and Care ........................................................7-9
Freezing Guidelines.............................................10-12
roubleshooting ...................................................13-14
T
Warranty ...................................................................16
Manuel du propriétaire .............................................17
Man
eatures ........................................................6
ual del Usuario...................................................33
©2005 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
Thank you for buying an amana freezer!
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.
Warranty service must be performed by an authorized servicer. Amana also
recommends contacting an authorized servicer if service is required after warranty
expires.To locate an authorized servicer, call 1-800-NAT-LSVC (1-800-628-5782).You
may also contact us on the web at www.amana.com.
When contacting Amana, please provide the following information. Product information
is on the serial plate, located on the inside wall of the freezer.
Before calling service...
If something seems unusual, please
check Troubleshooting section, which is
designed to help you solve problems
before calling service.
What if these features
are different from
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mine?
This book is intended to show the variety
of features that are available in the product line. If your freezer does not have all
the options that are shown, it is not a mistake. The information provided applies to
all of the models in the product line.
2
Important safety information
What you need to know
about safety instructions
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 understand.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY
SYMBOLS, WORDS,
LABELS
DANGER
DANGER – Immediate hazards which
WILL result in severe personal injury
or death.
WARNING
WARNING – Hazards or unsafe prac-
tices which COULD result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe prac-
tices which COULD result in minor
personal injury.
WARNING
DANGER
To reduce risk of injury or death,
follow basic precautions, including
the following:
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and
suffocation are not problems of the
past. Junked or abandoned freezers
are still dangerous – even if they sit
out for “just a few days.” If you are
getting rid of your old freezer, please
follow the instructions below to help
prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old
freezer:
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in
place so children
may not easily climb
inside.
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your freezer, follow these basic precautions,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the freezer.
2. Observe all local codes and ordinances.
3. Be sure to follow grounding instructions.
4. Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure this
appliance is properly grounded.
5. DO NOT ground to a gas line.
6. DO NOT ground to a cold-water pipe.
7. Freezer is designed to operate on a 115 Volt, 15 amp.,
60 cycle line
serving this appliance only.
8. DO NOT modify plug on power cord. If plug does not fit
electrical outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified
electr
9. DO NOT
strip.
10. DO NOT remove warning tag from power cord.
11. DO NOT tamper with freezer controls.
12. DO NOT service or replace any part of freezer unless
specifically recommended in Owner’s Manual or published
user-repair instr
are not understood or if they are beyond personal skill level.
13. Always disconnect freezer from electrical supply before
attempting any service. Disconnect power cord by grasping
the plug, not the cord.
. There should be a separate, grounded circuit
ician.
use a two-prong adapter, extension cord or power
uctions.
DO NOTattempt ser
vice if instructions
14. Install freezer according to Installation Instructions. All
connections for water, electrical power and grounding must
comply with local codes and be made by licensed
personnel when required.
15. Keep your freezer in good condition. Bumping or dropping
freezer can damage freezer or cause freezer to malfunction
or leak. If damage occurs, have freezer checked by qualified service technician.
16. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
17. Always read and follow manufacturer’s storage and ideal
environment instructions for items being stored in freezer.
18. Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument
when defrosting y
Do not operate the freezer in the presence of explosive
19.
fumes.
20. Do not store flammable substances near or in this appliance.
21. After your freezer is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands
are damp or w
surfaces.
22. This freezer should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed
cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.
23. Children should not climb, hang or stand on any part of the
er.
freez
our freez
et. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold
er.
Save these instructions
3
Important safety
information
Installation instructions
This appliance is equipped with a threeprong grounding plug for your protection
against possible electrical shock hazards.
It must be plugged into a grounding
eceptacle. Where a standard two-prong-
r
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 circumstances, 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
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, dishwasher, 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.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
8. This freezer is designed to operate at
a household temperature of 55° to
110° F (12.8° to 43° C).
INSTALL FREEZER:
Raise Lower
Adjust the 2 front legs so that the front
1.
of the freez
back. When adjusted properly, the
door will s
er is slightly higher than the
wing shut from 10" open.
4
Temperature control
NOTE: If the freezer is laid on its side
during shipping or transport, place the
freezer upright and wait 12 hours before
plugging it in. This prevents damage to
the freezer.
The freezer control turns the cooling
system on.
Initial control setting:
1. Set the freezer control on 4.
2. Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours
before filling with frozen food. Let the
freezer cool overnight before adding
large amounts of unfrozen food.
Never add more than 2 to 3 pounds of
unfrozen food per cubic foot of freezer
space.
3. 24 hours after adding food, adjust
control as desired.
NOTE: When the freezer is first started,
the compressor will run constantly until
the cabinet is cooled. This may take up to
6-8 hours or longer, depending on room
temperature and the number of times the
freezer is opened.
The outside of your freezer may feel
warm. This is normal. The freezer’s
design and main function is to remove the
heat from packages and air space inside
the freezer. This heat is transferred to the
room air, so the outside of the freezer may
feel warm.
Adjusting the control:
1. Set household thermometer snugly
between frozen packages or place
thermometer in a glass of vegetable
oil, placed in freezer (vegetable oil will
not freeze).
• Thermometer should be designed for
use with freezer.
• Thermometer should read tempera-
tures ranging from -5° to 50° F
(-21° to 10° C).
2. Wait 5 to 8 hours.
3. Check temperature.
• Temperature should read 0° F (-18° C)
or slightly below.
4. If temperature is not in range, adjust
control only one number at a time.
• Turn the control to a higher number if
a colder temperature is desired.
• Turn the control to a lower number if a
less cold temperature is desired.
5. Wait an additional 24 hours and
recheck temperature.
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Custom features
Free-o-frost™ frost
control system
(SELECT MODELS)
The Amana Free-O-Frost™ system automatically 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 keeping a freezer clean.
Fast freeze
(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 control 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.
Temperature monitor
alarm
(SELECT MODELS)
Some freezer models feature a temperature 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° 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.
• = TEST sounds alarm regardless of
temperature. Alarm system should be
tested at least once a month.
Door lock
(SELECT MODELS)
To use the door lock:
1
1. Insert key into lock approximately
(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.
¼4"
WARNING
To prevent child entrapment keep key
out of reach of children and away from
freezer.
Interior light
(SELECT MODELS)
The interior light works to light the freezer in poor or dimly lit conditions. The light
is designed and tested to provide illumination 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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• 1 = ON is proper setting for nor
freezer use. Return switch to 1 after
defrosting.
mal
Power light
(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 “OFF.”
CAUTION
The presence of the light does not
indicate proper food temperatures, or
proper operation of the refrigeration
system.
Hints and care
How to clean your freezer
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or death,
disconnect power to freezer before
cleaning. After cleaning, reconnect
power.
PART DO
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
To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:
• Read and follow manufacturer’s directions for all cleaning products.
• DO NOT place shelves or accessories in dishwasher. Cracking or warping of
accessories may result.
• Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart warm
• Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to
• Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.
• Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to
• Allow items to adjust to room temperature.
• Dilute mild detergent with water and use a soft clean cloth or
• Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices.
• Rinse surfaces with clean warm water.
CAUTION
soapy water.
avoid water spots.
avoid water spots.
sponge for cleaning.
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Hints and care, cont.
How to remove odors
from freezer
WARNING
• To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or
death, disconnect power to freezer
before cleaning.
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.
If you are moving:
Remove all frozen food and pack it in dry
ice. Unplug the freezer and clean it thoroughly. Tape the door shut and tape electrical cord to the cabinet.
When you get to your new home, refer to
pages 4 and 5 for information on installation and setting controls.
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 containers to prevent further odor problems.
9. After 24 hours, check freezer to verify
odor was eliminated.
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, airtight containers to minimize odor contamination.
9. Placing a cotton swab soaked with
vanilla extract or an open box of
baking soda in the freezer may help
prevent odors from returning.
Energy saving ideas
To conserve energy:
• Do not set controls colder than necessary to maintain a temperature range
of 0° 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.
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Defrosting
WARNING
• To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or
death, disconnect power to freezer
before defrosting.
• Water damage due to improper
defrosting or drainage may cause
mold/mildew growth.
CAUTION
To avoid property damage, do not use
sharp or pointed instruments to scrape
frost from shelves or interior surfaces.
Manual defrost freezers need to be
defrosted when frost has accumulated to
approximately
Complete defrosting and cleaning should
be done at least once a year. In high
humidity areas, more frequent defrosting
and cleaning may be necessary. The
upper section of the freezer will generally
have more frost accumulation than the
lower. Frost should not be scraped or
pulled out of the freezer, as damage may
result.
Amana Free-O-Frost™ (select models)
freezers do not require defrosting.
1
¼4" (6 mm) of thickness.
MANUAL DEFROST
FREEZERS
(SELECT MODELS)
1. Transfer food to another freezer or a
well insulated cooler.
2. Disconnect power to freezer.
3. Remove the toe grille (select models)
by pushing down and pulling it forward.
4. Reach underneath the freezer and pull
out the defrost drain tube. Place the
tube in a shallow pan or in a nearby
floor drain.
5. 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.
NOTE: Some models do not have a
drain plug and water collecting from the
defrost will have to be removed manually.
How to remove and
replace light bulb
(SELECT MODELS)
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or death,
disconnect power to freezer before
replacing light bulb. After replacing
light bulb, connect power.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, observe the following:
• Allow light bulb to cool.
• Wear gloves when replacing light
bulb.
(SELECT MODELS)
1. Disconnect freezer.
2. Remove light bulb.
3. Replace bulb.
NOTE: Replace bulb with same wattage
appliance bulb.
6. To speed defrosting, pans of hot water
may be placed on shelves in the
freezer.
• Do not bend,
move shelves. Shelves are part of
the sealed cooling system and
can be damaged.
Once defrosted, clean the freezer
7.
according to guidelines in Hints and
Care.
Clean defrost drain using a bottle
8.
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.
9. Restore power to the freezer.
scrape or try to
(SELECT MODELS)
1. Disconnect freezer.
2. Pinch tabs on light cover and pull
aight down.
str
3. Remove light bulb.
4. Replace bulb.
5. Replace protective cover.
6. Reconnect power supply.
TE:
NO
appliance bulb.
Replace b
ulb with same w
attage
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Freezing guidelines
Freezer burn?
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 changes
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.
freezing facts
Amana provides this information as a
guide to aid in food preservation. For specific 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.
Defrosting foods
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 lbs. 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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• As a general guideline, food 2" thick
should freeze completely in about
2 hours.
Packaging
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 wrapping 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 2 to 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.
Cooking frozen foods
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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Freezing guidelines, cont.
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 better to throw questionable food out.
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, entrée, 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 fla
Refreeze
ma
Refreeze
Refreeze
, some quality loss
y occur
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
Refreeze
vor.
.
Thawed.
Held above 40° F for over 2 hours
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Discard
Refreeze
Discard
Discard
Discard
Refreeze, discard if mold, yeasty smell
or sliminess develops
Discard after held above
40° F (4° C) for 6 hours
Discard after held above
40° F (4° C) for 6 hours or if mold,
yeasty smell or sliminess develops
Refreeze
Discard
Refreeze
, quality loss is considerable.
Discard
Refreeze
Refreeze
Discard
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Troubleshooting
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 Amana CAIR
1-800-843-0304 in the U.S.A., or 1-866-587-2002 in Canada.
®
Center at
Operation
PROBLEM
Appliance not working
Freezer not cooling
Freezer runs frequently
Light fails to illuminate
Door lock key will not
stay in lock
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Power outage
Circuit breaker has tripped
Fuse has blown
Temperature control
Poor gasket seal
Failed gasket
Food added recently
Normal
Door open
Temperature set too cold
Poor gasket seal
Poor clearance
Bad bulb
Switch not opening
Bad switch
Normal
WHAT TO DO
Make sure appliance is plugged in.
Verify that circuit breaker is not tripped.
Replace fuse, but do not change fuse capacity.
Change control setting to 4 or above.
Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.
Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket.
Have gasket replaced
Wait 5 to 8 hours for temperature to stabilize after the
addition of large quantities of unfrozen food.
Needs to run to maintain an even temperature.
Close door.
Adjust temperature control to maintain freezer
temperature.
Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.
Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket.
Confirm that freezer has proper clearance on each side
and vents are unobstructed as specified in
Instructions.
Replace bulb as described in
Clean switch plunger to ensure proper operation.
Have authorized servicer replace switch.
Locks have “pop out key” function, preventing the key
from being kept in the lock. This feature is to prevent
child entrapment.
Hints and Care section.
Installation
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Troubleshooting, cont.
Noise
PROBLEM
Clicks
Gurgles and pops
(like boiling water)
Hum or pulsing sound
Appearance
PROBLEM
Water droplets on
outside of freezer
Water pooling in floor
by freezer
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Normal
Normal
Normal
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Poor gasket seal
Poor or missing drain plug
Defrost drain pan
WHAT TO DO
Temperature control clicks when starting or stopping
compressor.
Refrigerant flow through evaporator coil.
Compressor operation.
WHAT TO DO
Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.
Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket.
Verify that drain plug is properly in place and sealed.
Replace drain plug if seal is poor.
On Free-O-Frost™ models, confirm that the defrost
drain pan is properly positioned.
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Notes
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