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BUILT BETTER THAH IT HAS TO BE

Owner's

Manual
Keep

instructions

for

future

reference.

Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe
)lace in case warranty service is required.

Contents
Introduction ............................................................

Important Safety Information ................................. 3
Installing Your Refrigerator .................................... 4
How to Remove the Doors and Hinges ............ 4
How to Reverse the Doors ................................ 5
How to Install and Remove Handles ................ 5
How to Replace the Doors and Hinges ............ 6
How to Remove and Install the Pullout Drawer 7
How to Connect the Water Supply ..................... 8
How to Level Your Refhgerator .......................... 9
How to Adjust the Temperature Controls .......... 9
Fresh Food Features ........................................... 10
Intedor Shelves ................................................ 10

Bottom

Freezer

Refrigerator
Ordering
Questions

parts
about

and

accessories?

your

features?
Please contact us with your model and serial number:
Consumer Affairs Department
Amana Appliances
2800 - 220th Trail
Amana, lowa 52204
Ph# 1(800)843-0304

in U.S.A.

1(866)587-2002
au Canada
Internet: htlp://www.amana.com

Part No. 12642702
Printed in U.S.A. 01102

Door Storage ....................................................
Accessories .....................................................
Climate-Controlled Drawers ...........................
Storage Drawers ..............................................
Freezer Features .................................................

10
10
11
11
12

Pdrnary Features ............................................. 12
Shelves ............................................................ 12
Drawers ........................................................... 12
Door Storage ....................................................
Accessories .....................................................
Hints and Care ....................................................
How to Clean Your Unit ....................................

12
13
14
14

How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs ...... 15
Trouble Shooting ................................................. 16
Wan'anty ...............................................................

Thank

you for buying

Please read this Owner's
maintenance
information.

Manual

thoroughly.

Complete
registration
card and promptly
call the Consumer Affairs Department.

an Amana

This manual
return,

provides

If registration

proper

card is missing,

Warranty service must be performed
by an authorized
servicer. Amena also
recommends contacting an authorized servicer if service is required after warranty
expires. To locate an authorized servicer, call 1-800-NAT-LSVC
(t-800-628-5782),
or call 1(319)622-5511
if outside the U.S.A. You may also contact us on the web at
www.amana.com.
When contacting Amana, please pmvide the following information. Product
information
is on the sedal plate, located on ceiling of fresh food section.

refrigerator!
Asure
Service

Extended
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,
or contact us at
www.amana.com
for more information.

Model Number
If something seems unusual, please
check "Trouble Shooting" section,
which is designed to help you solve
problems before calling service.

'P' Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date

What

Dealer Name
Dealer

Address

Dealer

Phone

This book is intended to show the
variety of features that are available in
the product line. If your refrigerator
does not have all the options that are
shown, many of these options may be
purchased by contacting the Consumer
Affairs Department.
See contact
information on the cover of your
manual.

Important
Recognize

Safety

Symbols,

Words,

Safety

Information

What

Labels

DANGER

WARNING

You

about

Need

Safe_

to Know

Instructions

Warning and Important Safety
DANGER--immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injuryor
Instructions appearing in this manual
death,
are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may
occur. Common sense, caution, and care
must be exercised when installing,
WARNING--Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe
maintaining, or operating refrigerator.
personal injury or death.
Always contact your dealer, distributor,
service agent, or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not
CAUTION--Hazards or unsafepractices
which COULD result
inminorpersonal understand.
injury
or productor property
damage.

CAUT,ON

WARNING

To reduce
risk of fire,
electric
refrigerator,
follow
these
basic
1. Read all instructions before using 8.
refrigerator.
2. Observe all local codes and
9.
ordinances
10.
3. Be sure to follow grounding
instructions.
4. Check with a qualified electrician
11.
if you are not sure this appliance
is properly grounded.
5. DO NOT ground to a gas line.
6. DO NOT ground to cold water
pipe.
7. Refrigerator is designed to
operate on a separate 103 to 126
volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line. DO
12.
NOT modify plug on power cord. If
plug does not fit electrical outlet,
have proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.

shock,
serious
injury,
or
precautions,
including
DO NOT use a two-prong adapter,
extension cord or power strip.
DO NOT remove warning tag from
power cord.
DO NOT tamper with refrigerator
controls.
DO NOT service or replace any
part of refrigerator unless
specifically recommended in
owner's manual or published
user-repair instructions. DO NOT
attempt service if instructions are
not understood or if they are
beyond personal skill level.
Always disconnect refrigerator
from electrical supply before
attempting any sen/ice. Disconnect
power cord by grasping the plug,
not the cord.

death
when
using
your
the following:
13. Install refrigerator according to
Installation
connections

licensed personnel
when required.
14. Keep your refrigerator

including

risk of injury

or death,

basic

If damage occurs, have
refrigerator checked by qualified
service technician.
15. Replace worn power cords and/or
loose plugs.
16. Always read and follow
manufacturer's
storage and ideal
environment
instructions for items
stored in refrigerator.

precautions,

the following."

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 sit out for "just a few days". If you are
getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructionsbelow to help prevent accidents.
BEFORE YOU TH ROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER:
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.

Save These

Instructions
3

in good

condition.
Bumping or dropping
refrigerator
can damage unit or
cause unit to malfunction
or leak.

DANGER

To reduce

All

for water, electrical

power, and grounding
must compl,
with local codes and be made by

being

Instructions.

Installing
These instructions

How

Your

were provided

do I measure

opening

Refrigerator

to aid you in the installation

How

to Transport

Your

for improper

installation.

Unit

Follow these tips when moving the unit to final location:
NEVER transport unit on its side, If an upright position is not possible, lay unit on its back.
Allow unit to sit upright for approximately
30 minutes prior to plugging unit in to assure oil
return to the compressor. Plugging unit in immediately may cause damage to internal parts.

to insure

proper

of your unit. Amat_a cannot be responsible

fit?

A W' of air space should be provided
for the top and back of the unit to allow
for proper air circulation. When
installing your unit, measure carefully.
Subflooring or floor coverings (i,e.
carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may
make your opening smaller than
anticipated.

Use an appliance
front or back.

doily when moving unit. ALWAYS truck unit from its side- NEVER from its

Protect outside finish of unit during transport by wrapping
padding between the unit and dolly.

cabinet in blankets or inserting

Secure unit to dolly firmly with straps. Thread straps through handles when possible.
overtighten. Overtightening
restraints may
dent or damage outside finish.

Some clearance may be gained by using
the leveling procedure under How to
Level Your Refrigerator.

How

to Select

the

Best

DO NOT

Location

Observe these points when choosing the final location for your unit:
DO NOT install refrigerator near oven, radiator, or other heat source. If not possible,
with cabinet material.
DO NOT install where temperature
temperature.

falls below 55°F (13°C).

Malfunction

shield unit

may occur at this

Make sure floor is level. If floor is not level, shim rear wheels of unit with a piece of plywood
or other shim material.
•

How

to Remove

the

Some in stallations require door removal
How
to Remove
and
Install

To assure proper door closure, verify that the unit is leveled with a W' tilt to the back.

Doors

and

Hinges

to get refrigerator to final location, if removal
the
Pullout
Drawer

of the pullout drawer is required, see later section entitled

_ WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe pert_onal injury or death, observe the following:
• Disconnect
power to refrigerator
before removing doors. Connect power only after replacing doors.

To avoid damage

i l

CAUTION

to walls and flooring, protect sof_ vinyl or other floodng with cardboard,

Unplugpower

cord from power source.

)

f _

rugs, or other

protective

material.

.,o,.
,,o

Lift refrigerator doo, from

6Hold
freezer door in place
while removing center hinge

p,n

Remove
•

he=n.,

I ]
_ I

freezer door.

Retain hinge pin for later use.

1
remove

Remove

center

Phillips

Retain all screws

from
•

top hinge

to remove

hinge._

]

'/."he=headscrew"
;JL--'I

Retain all screws for later use.

o° ..,.'_11,_ I

hinge,

screws

for later use.

Installing
How

to Reverse

the

Perform all the
Remove
steps Doors
listed

J
|

opposite

J
I

with 3/e' hex head driver.

Install

_-_/'_

and

Remove

Handles
$ee
How
handles.

IjProceed
Doors

face

with

hex

nut

edge.

to remove
to Install

and reinstah
and Remove

and
to How
Hinges
to Replace
to mount the
doors.

Removing
Fresh Food Front-Mounted
Handles
Removing handles may be necessary when transportingunit through
tight spaces, or when reversing

driver.

• If reversing door, remove door plugs |
from opposite
of door
and insert,=t
_
Remove
_ "hexsidenut
screws
from
in screw holes.

of door

Handles

Installing
Fresh Food Front-Mounted
Handles
If installing handles for the firsttime, the fresh food handles can be
located within the flesh food section. The handle trimwill be located
in the literature pack.
t

door

side

Use a Phillips screwdriver for removal and
installation.

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I_'i'_,--../."'---._-../L
,_
:r-t_q_.._ [_
_1_:
I

For swing doors only
,
_.:,._ _
Remove bottom mullion screws _,_-_._ _._

bottom
fresh from
fooa
Transfer edge
door ofstops
and freezer
door to

and cabinet
of cabinet.

Remove cabinet plugs with flat
blade screwdriver tip wrapped
in masking tape.
Remove center mullion screws
with s/_" hex head driver.

How

IMPORTANT: When working directly on doors, place doors
on a nonabrasive surface protected by towels or rugs to
avoid damage to door finish.

Doors

inand
How Hinges.
to

Transfer
cabinet
plugs
screws
to opposite
side

Your Refrigerator

the door.

Remove
top handle trim b7
removing
top handle screw.
Retain trimand screwfor later
replacement.
PrY bottom handle ttfm from
handle with screwdriver
tIat blade

_.t

on door face and secure

wrapped in masMng
tape.
Retain trimfor later replacement.

with _

,")doorhandleholes
withscrewbo
[JI1
face screws from
step 1.
_
Locate

handle

trim

literature

pack and install over top ana
bottom of handle, as illustrated.

Remove
two remaining
handle
screws and remove handle.

Secure top handle trim with remaining
screw removed in step 1.
Snap bottom
handle.

trim over bottom

portion

•

Retain

screws for later replacement.

Removing

Installing
Freezer
Handles
If installing handles for the first time, the freezer handles can be
located within the freezer section,

fI Inst'!handle
b,fasten'og
withL=
'l
screws removed
from edge ol
roll
I door.
iII
/ "
_,

If reversing freezer door, remove door plugs from
top edge of door and insert into screw holes.

Freezer

Handles

Removing handles may be necessary when transporting unit through
tight spaces, or when reversing the door.

Remove
handle
Phillipsscrewdziver.
1
,)

•

screws

with

Retain screws for later replacement.

_l
_J

Installing
How

Your

to Install

and

Refrigerator
Remove

Handles

,.o,,tJ,,,,._
Removing
Fresh Food Side-Mounted
Handles
Removing handles may be necessary when transporting unit
through tight spaces, or when reversing the door.

Installing
Fresh Food Side-Mounted
Handles
If installing handles for the first time, the fresh food handles
can be located on the back of the relhigerator.
Install
handle
by fastening
with T-15 Torx _ screws
removed

from

edge

NOTE: If _ve_ing a_
doo_!Ogs _

door.

side

of door.

Ilrl

,22 nWIote

re_Ve

Opp_ite _ide of

Removing
Freezer
Handles
Removing handles may be necessary
through tight spaces.

Installing
Freezer
Handles
If installing handles for the first time, the freezer handles can
be located on the back of the refrigerator.

tt I

""
when transporting unit

•removing

Torx° is a registered trademark of Textron Inc.
Installing

and Removing

Stainless

Steel

Front

-Mounted

Handles

To avoid risk of serious personal injury from sharp edges, do not remov
front-mounted

How

stainless steel handles from unit.

to Replace
Install

hinge

the

assemblies.

Doors

and

screws.
1

Install
center
hinge
with Phillips
Install top
hinge
Iooselywith
VI6 screws.
hex head
Install bottom hinge with */e" hex head screws.

Hinges
I

door on bottom hinge pin ana
hold
door ofuptight
Place freezer
hinge side
freezex
while installing center hinge
pin with s/u "hex head driver.
• Replaceany applicabledoor shims.
•

Make sure the hinge pin is installed tight.

Place
center

uptight,

hinge
hinge

side
pin. of refrigerator

tighten

down

top

door

_%_,_

J
|

[

hingewith% "he_heada_'ve, IN.®M
and replace
hinge
cover.
Ill T J

Installing
How

to Remove

and

Install

[

the

Pullout

Your

Refrigerator

Drawer

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before
removing doors. After replacing doors, connect power.

CAUTION

]

To avoid possible injury, product, or propertydamage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions.
Removing

Pullout

extension.

Installing

Drawer

Pullout

Drawer

Pull both rMls out to fu_

Remove

extension.

Philb'ps screw from each
Pull drawer open to fu_
side of rMl system.

em°ve werb k

llTdng basket

Hook door supports
into rail tabs, as
illustrated,
anO
lower door into t]n_fl

from ra_

system.

IY =e=et°ut°
1
t
position.

full extension,

and h'ft

out to remove.

unhook door supports
_om rail system. Lift
Liftt°p°fd°°rt°
door out to remove.

With drawer pulled out to
full extension,
insert lowel_
basket by Migning tabs
on both side ofloweJ
basket with notches in

]

•
_

]

rail assembly.

_,,

Installing
How

Your

to Connect

Refrigerator

the

Water

Supply

_
To reduce

the

risk of injury

Read all instructions

WARNING

or death,

basic

precautions,

including

the

following:

before installing device.

DO NOT attempt installation

if instructions

are not understood

or if they are beyond personal skill level

Observe all local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT service device unless specifically
instructions.
Disconnect

recommended

power to unit prior to installing device.

_
To avoid
following:

in owner's manual or published user-repair

property

damage

or possible

CAUTION
injury,

Consult a plumber to connect copper tubing to household
ordinances.

basic
plumbing

precautions,

including

to assure compliance

the

with local codes and

Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 20 and 100 pounds per square inch. If water filter is installed
water pressure to water valve must be a minimum of 35 pounds per square inch.
DO NOT use a self-piercing,
or 3116"saddle valvel
may cause leaks if repair is attempted.
Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.
overtighten.

Both reduce water flow, become clogged with time, and

Finish tightening

nuts with pliers and wrenches.

Do not

Wait 24 hours before placing unit into final position to check and correct any water leaks.
MateriMs Needed
• 1/,, outer diameter
flexible copper tubing

tubing

using

Mnks

in tubing

reate

• Shut-offvalve (requires a 1/4" hole
to be drilled into water supply
before valve attachment)

care

service

to avoid

loop with

I _

• Adjustable
wrench
• _A" hex nut driver

screw nut into inletport.
Tighten nut with wrench.
Slide brass nut over sleeve

and

F
water valve inlet port
(B).
Remove
plastic
cap (A) from

l _

Connect

sleeve
Joncoppe,

Place brass nut _)
and
tube end as illustrated.
_)

water

KINK-so
tubing tubing
Place end that
of copper
into
feeds
straight
into inlet port.

tubing
I

valve

inlet

sh'_hdy-DO

port.

_/,

Pull
on tubingis secuJte.
to cont_rm
connection
tubing

to frame

with

] _ _l

water
tubing
clamp andtunLt; ll°

\\1

on water supply.
Check
for
leaks and correct,
if present.

Shape
NOT

Monitor
Correct

water
leaks,

ifconnection
necessary.

IJ U_
II

for 24 hours.

I('

1
)

Installing
How

Level

Your

Refrigerator

If your refrigerator requires an ice maker water supply connection,
section before levelin_ your refrigerator.

proceed to How

to connect

the

water

supply

A CAUTION

To protect personal propertyor unit from damage, observe the following:
• Protect soff vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective material
• 13onot use power tools when performing leveling procedure,
Materials Needed

IT .L

• _1_"hex head driver

Move
andplug refrigerator
in power

tocord.
from

• Level

location

)

refrigerator
is _ " (6 ram) or ½ bubble
higher than back of refrigerator.
Using a level, make sure front ol
• See leveling step 3 for assistance.
Replace
toe grille and bracket cover(s).
See martdngs
on inside of toe grille to
insure proper placement.

Turn left and right
screws
(A) to raise
front
•

•

How

adiustment
or lower

\
......I
_J 8"
_ _ " "_
___,

of refrigerator.

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

_
_

•

_
ii

Snap bottom portion into place first. Press
down on top part of grille until top portion snaps
into place.

Turn stabilizing leg clockwise until firmly against
floor.

to Adjust

the

Temperature

Controls

This refrigerator is designed to operate at a household temperature of 55 ° to 110°F (13° to 43 ° C). For initial temperature
setting, follow all five steps listed below. If doing a simple temperature modification for an operational unit, only steps 3
through 5 are required.

compartment
and freezer
controls
both
to 4 controls
IMl_ORTA_
Locate controls
refrigerator
at the

at top of freezer
section.
Set]
_eithe_
seetJon_/_:_
f__¢_2 [)
top
of fresh
fooa

...............................

(2 Allow

24 hours

for temperatures

to stabilize.

Turn control to next highest number if too warm.

._d=_-_._

•

)

•

Repeatstepsb&d'asnecessary"

)
9

vegetable oil in middle of freezer
•

• Turn control to next highest number if too warm.
• Turn control
nextfresh
lowestfood
number
if too cold.
_'_--° F (3 ° to 4 ° C). )
4Check
to see tothat
section
is 38 ° to 40
• Allow 5 to 8 hours for adjustments to take effect.

2 thermometers measuring-5

2to drinking
50°F ('21°glasses
t° 10°C)
For Freezer

• Turn control
lowesttemperature
number if too cold.
Allow
yheck
to see toif next
freezer
is OO
to 2o5 FI,_)_[I
(_17o to _16o c).)|
to 8 hours for adjustments to take effect.
_
)

a temperature
test?
Materialsneeded
How do I perform

and
continue with step3
Placethermometeringlassof
Temperature Adjustment

of
section.

For Refrigerator
Place thermometer in glass of
water in middle of unit and
continue with step 3 of
Temperature Adjustment section.

Fresh

Food

nterior

Shelves

Features
Door

_]g CAUTION

Dairy

Shelf

•

,._
\

To remove, open dairy door, pull upward and tilt out.
To install, reverse above procedure.

TO remove shelves, unhook

Center

The dairycenter provides convenient IIA___F_
storage for items such as butter,
i i__L_.__jr
_
yogurt, cheese, etc. This compartment I _m'_'_-__
is an adjustable feature located in the I
door. It can be moved to several
different locations to accommodate storage needs.

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the
following:
• Confirm shelf is secure before placing items on shelf.
• Handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may
break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to
sudden temperature change.

• Full-Width

Storage

Door

shelf from rear ladder assembly "_I_.._i_l_L
and pull out.
^,_
_-_1_
To install shelves, insert shelf hooks
I_
into rear ladder assembly and lower
_
into place
-

Buckets

Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage
needs.
To remove, slide bucket up and pull
straight out.
To install, reverse above procedure.

Spillsaver

some

models
Door

Spillsaver TM stationary shelves
hold simple spills for easier
cleaning.
To remove shelves, lift up and out.
To install shelves, reverse above
procedure.

Spillsaver
some

EasyGlide

up and pull straight out.
•
_,

some

shelf frame.

Pads

some

models

The Grip Pads prevents objects from
sliding in the door bucket. Grip Pads are
removable and are top-rack dishwasher safe
for easy cleaning.

Wine

models

_ _'

Trivet/Can

Rack

some

models

The Wine Trivet/Can Rack accessory
fits in the bottom of most drawer
assemblies.

Rear shelf extensions help prevent articles from falling
off the back of the shelf.
To remove and install shelf extension:
To remove, pull extension
I_J--"
_
straight up from rear of shelf.
IIll,"
alll
To install, insert posts of the

shelfextension
intoholesinthe I_,
,, _,

procedure.

• Grip

To remove shelf and frame, see instructionsfor
Spillsaver TM stationary shelves.

Extensions

(

Accessories

Shelf

To install, reverse above

models

Spillsaver TM EasyGiide
shelves feature the convenience
of easy cleaning with a pullout
design to reach items in the
back. For ease of cleaning,
glass shelf may be removed by pulling to full
extension and lifting out of frame.

Rear

Retainer

Door retainers remove for easy
cleaning.

Beer bottles can be laid cross- ____'_wise, or a single bottle may be
__
laid in the center depression, Cans "_,_
may also be stored, as illustratecL

Pantry

'=_
,,_

Divider

some

The pantry divider is used to
organize the Chef's Pantry TM
into sections, and features a
collapsable joint on the front
edge to ensure a snug fit.

To remove and replace
divider.

To install, hook back of
divider over rear wall of

models
_"="_'_

,©

Fresh
Climate-Controlled
Humidity-Controlled

Food

Features

Drawers
Crisper

Drawers

The crisper drawer keeps produce fresh longer by providing an environment with adjustable humidity.
The crisper controls regulate the amount of humidity in the crisper drawer. Use the low
setting for produce with outer skins. Use the high setting for leafy produce.
Controls

Temperature-Controlled
Chefs

Pantry

Drawer

The Chefs Pantry TM system provides a drawer with a variable temperature control that keeps
the compartment up to 5°F (3°C) colder than refrigerator temperature. This drawer can be
used for large party trays, deli items, or beverages.
Control
The Chefs Pantry TM control regulates the air temperature in the drawer. Set control level to co/d to
provide normal refrigerator temperature. Use the coldest setting for meats or other dell items.

Storage
Snack

What

Drawers

if I can't

wide
enough
drawers?

Drawer

This drawer can be used for storage of food items
or extra produce.

•

The Beverage Organizer TM slides out
_
from undemeath the Spillsaver TM stationary
.,,,_'j_,
shelf. The Beverage Organizer TM holds up _JJjJ'_
twelve 12-ounce
beverage cans.
_____/
L to
Beverage
Organizer
TM
some models
_

open

to remove

door
the

Remove drawer
1
furthest from hinge t]""__
_'_"
side of cabinet.
_
..,.=======.-_
Remove glass as _-___--._-------------"_k
previously instructed.
Lift center divider from frame. Slide
existing drawer away from hinge side of
cabinet and remove.

What can I do to prolong
life of my produce?
To remove and install drawers:
/_/
• To remove drawer, pull drawer /_._
out to full extension. Tilt up front "_
of drawer and pull straightout.
To install, insert drawer into
frame rails and push back into
place.

the

Please observe the following rules when
storing produce in humidity-controlled
crisper
drawers:
DO NOT wash produce before placing in
crispers. Any additional moisture added to
the drawers may cause produce to
prematurely spoil.
DO NOT line crispers with paper towels.
Towels will retain moisture.

To remove and install glass and frame:
Remove drawers as instructed above.

Follow control instructions carefully. Not
setting controls correctly may damage
produce.

Place hand beneath frame to push up
glass from underneath. Lift glass out.
Lift frame from refrigerator liner rails.
To install, repeat above instructionsin
reverse order.

See chart below for assistance with controls:

LOW

HIGH

•
•
•
•

cauliflower
apples
corn
oranges

• lettuce
• asparagus
• spinach
• cabbage

• zucchini
,grapes
, cucumbe_

•
•
•
•

celery
broccoli
fresh sprouts
fresh herbs

Freezer
Primary

Features
Features

Automatic

Ice

Maker

(some models)

Using Ice Maker for the First Time
Confirm ice bin is in placa
•

and

ice

maker

arm

_-_
_

Operating
Instructions
Confirm ice bin is in place and ice maker
down.

rwire

Basket

]il__

TO remove and insta,t basket: ;I;_1
I_..,,,,,,,.,,,..,,,,,.._,,
• TO remove basket, pull baske_l_!
/
out to full extension. Tilt up fro_
of basket and pull straight outl_---__:'_
To install, insert basket into refrigerator liner rails ant
push back into place

arm is

Pullout

Stop ice production by raising
_
ice maker arm until click is heard.
Ice maker will remain in the off
position until arm is pushed down.

Drawer

Baskets

To remove and replace top basket:
Remove basket by pulling
basket oat to its full extension
and lift out,
Replace basket by
sliding into upper
molded railing.
To remove and re
basket:
Remove basket by lifting basket from rail guides.
Replace basket by placing into rail guides.

_--_

Shelves
Rack

DANGER

To install and remove rack:
_-'°_
• To install, slide L-shaped
_1.'_"_%
%__
groove of shelf down over
_NI _.[_.\%.. %__
back wall screw. Push rack back O"
_._-_
until screw is stopped in L-shaped
e$
groove (1), Slide front portion of
shelf over front wall screw (2).

To prevent accidental child entrapment or suffocation
risk,DO NOT remove the divider in the top freezer
_basket,

Door

Storage

To remove, perform above steps in reverse order,

Door Shelf
Fixed

Freezer

Shelf

To remove and install shelves:
Remove shelf by pulling
out to full extension. Tilt up
front of shelf and pull
straight out.
To install, insert shelf into
refrigerator liner rails and
push to back of compartment.

Slide-Out

Freezer

Shelf

To remove and install shelves:
l _,_
• Remove shelf by pulling out to full
I_
extension. Tilt up front of shelf and _"_P_j_.
pull straight out.
_._h__
• To install, insert shelf into
"
refrigerator liner rails and push to_
back of compartment.
IE:'_F"

(some models)

Door assembly of drawer removed from illustration for
visual clarity)

After freezer section reaches 0 ° to 2°F (-18 ° to
-17 ° C), ice maker fills with water and begins
operating, You will have a complete harvest of
ice approximately every 3 hours,

•

is down.

Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operatior
to verify system is flushed of impurities.

Service

CAUTION

Drawers

....

After freezer section reaches
_
between 0° to 2°F (-18° to -17 ° C), ice maker fills
with water and begins operating.
Allow approximately 24 hours after installation to
receive first harvest of ice.

Ice

avoidproperly
damage, observethefollowing:
Do not force ice maker arm down or up.
Do not place or store anything in ice storage bin.

Tilt-Out
_

Bin

(somcmodels)

The tilt-out bin (A) provides
A
convenient storage for frozen
__
food items in freezer door and
tilts forward for easy access of
those items.
To remove and install door shelf:
See above instructionslisted for
Fixed Door Shelf.

Freezer
Accessories
• ice

Cube

Tray

(some

The ice cube tray provides
Ireeeze cubes

for manual

models)

an area to
dispensing

JJ_;_,,_
of _,_"

To re_ease ice cubes from tray, hold tray
upside down over a storage container and twist
ends of tray until cubes

Basket
(some models)
The lower basket

Divider

divider

the option to organize
area into sections.
To remove

allows

the basket

and replace

To remove,

both

release.

divider:

pull divider

straight

To install,

hook top corners

horizontal

basket

up.

of divider

over top

rungs.

Features

Hints

and

Care
How

Amana
recommend
What
cleaners
does
my stainless
steel
•

product?

Amana has a cleaner available for
purchase (Part # 31960801)
through our
Consumer Affairs division.
For this, or a list of other
cleaning products, please
Amana Consumer Affairs
information on the cover
Manual.

How

do I remove

from

recommended
contact us at
using the
of your Owner's

Unit

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death,
disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect power.

CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage:
• Read and follow manufacturer's directions for all cleaning products.
• Do not place buckets, shelves, or accessories in dishwasher. Cracking or
warping of accessories may result

"-_-_lJ _'_

4. Pay special attention to clean all
crevices by completing the following
steps:
• Dilute mild detergent and brush
solution into crevices using a plastic
bristle brush.
• Let stand for 5 minutes.
• Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry
surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.
5. Wash and dry all bottles, containers, and
jars. Discard spoiled or expired items.
6. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in
tightly-sealed containers to prevent
reoccurring odors.
7. Connect power to refrigerator
food to unit.

DO NOT

AREA

3. Clean the following items
using the appropriate instructions in
How to Clean Your Unit :
• Walls, floor, and ceiling of cabinet
interior.
• Drawers, shelves, and gaskets
according to the instructions in this
section.

USE

DO.°.

Textured Doors
and Extedor

Abrasive or harsh cleaners

Cabinet Intedor

Chtodne

Ammonia
bleach

Concentrated
solvents

detergents

Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
Stainless Steel Doors
and Extedor
IMPORTANT:

Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Ammonia
Chlorine

Damage to sMinless steel
finish due to improper use
of cleaning products or
non-_ecommended
products is not covered
under any warranty

bleach

Concentrated
solvents

DoorGaskets

detergents or

Metal or plastic-textured
scoudng pads
Vinegar-based
Citrus-based
Abrasive

Use 4 tablespoons (60
milliliters) of baking soda
dissolved in 1 quart (1
liter) warm soapy water.
Rinse sudaces vdth clean
warm water and dry
immediately to avoid
water spots
Use warm, soapy water
and a soft, clean cloth or
sponge.
Rinse surfaces vdth clean
warm water and dry
immediately to avoid
water spots

product
cleaners

or harsh cleaners

Metal or plastic-textured
scoudng pads
Condenser Coil Remove
toe grille to access

NIA

A Dishwasher

Accessories Shelves,
buckets, drawers, etc

and return

Use a vacuum cleaner
hose nozzle
Use a vacuum cleaner
hose nozzle With brush
attachment.

Condenser Fan OuUet
Gdlle
See back of refrigerator

Follow removal and
installation instructions
from appropdate feature
section.
Allow items to adjust to
room temperature.

8. After 24 hours, check if odor has been
eliminated.

Dilute mild detergent and
use a soft clean cloth or
sponge for cleaning,

If odor is still present...
1. Remove drawers and place on top shelf
of refrigerator.

Use a plastic bristle brush
to get into crevices
Rinse surfaces _th clean
warm meter.

2. Pack refrigerator and freezer sectionsincluding doors-with crumpled sheets
of black and white newspaper.

Dry glass and clear items
immediately to avoid
spots.

3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly on
crumpled newspaper in both freezer and
refrigerator compartments.
4. Close doors and let stand 24M8 hours.
5. Repeat steps 5 through

Your

an odor

refrigerator?_

I. Remove all food.
2. Disconnect refrigerator.

to Clean

for

j-- Iints
How

Remove

and

Replace

Light

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,

CAUTION

section

,I_

1. Remove screw from light shield. Retain for
replacement.

Remove

Replace with appliance
40 watts,

light bulbs.
bulbs no greater

than

of
the

Dollar
• When placing refrigerator into final
position, allow for 1" clearance
around the top and sides of unit to
supply ample ventilation for
optimum energy efficiency.
• Avoid overcrowding refrigerator
shelves. This reduces effectivity of
air circulation around food and
causes refrigerator to mn longer.

• Do not use aluminum foil, wax
paper, or paper toweling as shelf
liners. This decreases air flow and
causes unit to run less efficiently.

4. Replace light bulb cover by inserting
tabs on light shield into liner holes on
each side of light assembly. Slide shield
toward front of unit until it locks into place,
DO NOT force shield beyond locking point.
Doing so may damage light shield.

• A freezer that is 2/3full runs most
efficiently.

5. Replace screw removed in step 1.

Freezer

Out

• Avoid adding too much warm food
to unit at one time. This overloads
compartments and slows rate of
cooling.

1. Slide shield toward back of compartment to
release from light assembly.
2.

Most

How
Your
to Get
Energy

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:
• Allow light bulb to cool.
• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.

Fresh food

Care

Bulbs U

WARNING

and

section

1. Pinch rear tabs (,4) on light cover and pull straight
out.
2. Remove light bulb.
3. Replace bulb with appliance bulb no greater
than 40 watts.
4. Insert top tabs (£3)of light cover into refrigerator
liner and snap back portion over light assembly.

• Locate refrigerator in coolest part of
room. Avoid areas of direct sunlight,
or near heating ducts, registers, or
other heat producing appliances. If
this is not possible, isolate exterior
by using a section of cabinet or an
added layer of insulation.
• Refer to owner's manual section on
temperature controls for
recommended control settings

• Clean door gaskets every three
months according to Owner's
Manual cleaning instructions. This
will assure that door seals properly
and unit runs efficiently.
• Take time to organize items in
refrigerator to reduce time that door
is open.
• Be sure your doors are closing
securely by leveling unit as
instructed in your Owner's Manual.
• Clean condenser coils of as
indicated in the owner's manual
every 3 months. This will increase
energy efficiency and cooling
performance.

Trouble
NOISE

)))_

Today's refrigerators have ncw features and are more energy efficient. Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has
excellent insulating capabilities, however, foam insulation is not as sound absorbent. As a result, certain sounds may be
unfamiliar. In time, these sounds will become familiar. Please refer to this infomlation before ca[lir service.

TOPIC

POSSIBLE

Clicking

Freezer control (A) clicks when starting or
stopping compressor.
Defrost timer (B) sounds like an electric
clock and snaps in and out of defrost
cycle.

Normal operation

Air rushing or
whirring

Freezer fan (C) and condenser fan (D)
make this noise while operating.

Normal operation

Gurgling or
boiling sound

Evaporator (E) and heat exchanger (F)
refrigerant makes this noise when flowing.

Normal operation

Thumping

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

Normal operation

Vibrating noise

Compressor (H).makes a pulsating sound
while running.
Refrigerator is not level.

Normal operation

Ice maker water valve (I) hookup (some
models) buzzes when ice maker fills with
water.

Normal operation

Ice maker (J) is in the 'on' position without
water connection,

Stop sound by raising ice
maker arm to 'off petition.
See Automatic Ice Maker
section in your owner's
manual for details.

Compresser (H).can make a high pitched
hum while operating.

Normal operation

Defrost beater(K) hisses, sizzles, or pops
when operational,

Normal operation

Buzzing

Humming

Hissing or
popping

Shooting

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Normal operation

See Installation
Instructionsfor details on
how to level your unit.

()OO

OPERATION
Freezer control
and lights are on,
but compressor
Is not operating.

Refdgerator is in defrost mode.

Normal operation Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator
restarts.

Crisper drawer
temperature is

Control settings are too low.
Freezer controls are set too low.

See section on Cdsper drawer to adjust controls.

Drawer is improperly positioned.

See section on Crisper drawer to verify drawer positioning.

Refrigerator is not plugged in.
Freezer control is not on.

Plug in unit.
See section on controlsin your owner's manual.

Fuse is blown, or circuit breaker needs
to be reset.

Replace any blown fuses. Check circuit breaker and reset if
necessary.

tOO warm

Refrigerator
not operate

does

See controlssection in owner's manual on how to adjust
your controls.

Power outage has occurred

Call local power company listingto report outage.

Refrigerator still
won't operate

Unit is malfunctioning.

Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another unit. If
another unit is not available, place dry ice in freezer section
to preserve food, Warranty does not cover food loss.
Contact service for assistance.

Food temperature
Is too cold

Condenser coils are dirty.

Clean according to cleaning instructions in your owner's
manual.

Refrigerator or freezer controls are set
too high.

See controls section in owner's manual on how to adjust
,our controls.

Trouble

Shooting

OPERATION_

TOPIC

POSSIBLE

Food temperature
appears too warm

Door is not closing properly.

SOLUTION

CAUSE

Refrigerator is not level. See How to Level Your Refrigerator for
details on how to level your unit,
Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according to
cleaning instructions in owner's manual
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from
closing property (i.e, improperly closed drawers, ice buckets,
oversized or impropedy stored containers or foodstuffs, etc.).

Controls need to be adjusted.

See the controls section in your for assistance in how to adjust
your controls.
Clean according to cleaning instructionsin your owner's manual.

Condenser coils are dirty.
Rear air gdlle is blocked.

Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to make sure
grille is not blocked. Rear air grilles are located under crisper
drawers.

Door has been opened frequently, or
has been opened for long bededs of
time.

Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.

Food has recently been added.

Allow time for recently-added food to reach refrigerator or
freezer temperature.
Refer to Hints and Care in this owner's manual for odor removal
instructions.

Allow intebor environment to adjust for peded the door has been
open.

Refrigerator has an odor

Compartment is dirty or has edorcausing food.

Water droplets form on
outside of refrigerator

Check gaskets for proper seal.

Clean, if necessary, according to cleaning instructions in
owner's manual.

Humidity levels are high.
Controls require adjustment

Normal dudng times of high humidity.

Humidity levels are high or door has
been opened frequently.

See the controls section in your Owner's Manual for assistance
in how to adjust your controls.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.

Water droplets form on
inside of refrigerator

See the controls section in your Owner's Manual for assistance
in how to adjust your controls.

Check gaskets for proper seal.

Clean, if necessary, according to cleaning instructions in
owner's

manual.

Refrigerator or ice maker
make unfamiliar sounds or
seems too loud

Normal operation

Crisper drawers
close freely

Contents of drawer, or positioningof
items in the surrounding compartment
could be obstructingdrawer

Repesition food items and containers to avoid interference with
the drawers.

Drawer is not in proper position
Refrigerator is not level.

See section Crisper drawer section for proper placement.

Drawer channels are dirty or need
treatment.

Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.

do not

Refer to noise section of troubleshooting guide in owner's
manual.

See How to Level Your Refrigerator for details on how to level
your unit.

Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer channels.
Refrigerator runs too
frequently

Doors have been opened frequently or
have been opened for long pededs of
time.

Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.

Humidity or heat in surrounding area is
high.

Normal operation

Food has recently been added.

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

Unit is exposed to heat by
environment or by appliances nearby,

Evaluate your unit's environment. Unit may need to be moved to
run more efficiently.

Condenser coils are dirty.

Clean according to cleaning instructions in your owner's
manual.

Allow intedor environment to adjust for peded the door has been
open.

Trouble
OPERATION_

Shooting

(continued)

TOPIC

POSSIBLE

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Refrigerator runs too
frequently (continued)

Controls need to be adjusted.

See controls section in your Owner's Manual for assistance
in how to adjust your controls.

Door is not closing properly.

Refrigerator is not level, See How to Level Your
Re#igeratorfor details on how to level your unit.
Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary,
according to cleaning instructions in owner's manual.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from
closing propedy (i.e. impropedy closed drawers, ice
buckets, oversized or improperly stored containers or
, foodstuffs, etc.).

ICE
Unit is leaking

water

Ice forms in inlet tube to ice
maker

Water flow is slower than
normal

Plastic tubing was used to complete water
connection.

Amana recommends using copper tubing for installation.
Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage. Amana Is
not responsible for property damage due to improper
installaUon or water connection.

Improper water valve was installed.

Check water connection
procedure
in your Installation
Instructions. Self-piercing
and 3/1s"saddle valves cause low
water pressure and may clog the line over time, Amana is
not responsible
for property damage due to improper
installation
or water connection.

Water pressure is low.

Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function propedy. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for units with
water filters.

Freezer temperature is too high.

See the controls section in your owner's manual for
assistance on how to adjust your controls. Freezer is
recommended to be between 0 to 2=F (-18 to -17°C).

Water pressure is low.

Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function propedy. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for units with
water filters.

Improper water valve was installed.

Check water connection procedure in your Installation
Instructions. Self-piercing and 3/16" saddle valves cause low
water pressure and may clog the line over time, Amana is
not responsible for property damage due to Improper
installation or water connection,

Amana

Refrigerator

Warranty

First
Year
Amana will replace, free of charge, any part which is defective due to workmanship or materials.
Second
through
Fifth
Year
Amana will replace free of charge, any sealed system component (compressor, condenser, evaporator, drier and
interconnecting tubing) and repair any food compartment liner (exclusive of door liner) which is defective due to
workmanship or materials.

Warranty

Owner's
Responsibility
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.

Limitations

Begins at date of original purchase,
Excludes original and replacement water or air filter
cartridges (if equipped with the filtration system).
Original and replacement cartridges are warranted
for 30 days, parts only, against defects of material
or workmanship.
Service must be performed by an authorized Amana
technician.
Damage due to shipping and handling is not covered
by this warranty.

Warranty

Is Void

Amana Appliances Factory
1-800-628-5782 inside USA

Service

If
For more information,
Amana Appliances Consumer
Amana Appliances
2800 220th Trail
Amana, Iowa 52204
1-800-843-0304 inside USA
1-866-587-2002 au Canada
www.amana.com

Repairs resulting from the following:
• 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.
• Product is improperly installed or used.

Services

IN NO EVENT SHALLAMANA BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
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.

part No. 12642702
Printed in U.S.A.

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