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Refrigerator
Owner’s Manual
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Contents Electrical Requirements ..................................................... 2 This refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong Model Identification ............................................................ 2 (grounding) plug for protection against Service ............................................................................... 2 possible shock hazards. If a two-prong ™ Asure Extended Service Plan........................................... 2 wall receptacle is encountered, co
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For more information visit our web site: b. Dispenser Models Loosen water tube clamp screw. Loosen plastic www.amana.com water tube union nut. Pull water tube away from union nut and through tube clamp. A ! DANGER Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned C refrigerators are still dangerous—even if they will sit B for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instr
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repair is attempted. The correct type of shut off CAUTION ! valve requires a ¼" (6 mm) hole to be drilled in water supply pipe prior to valve attachment. The To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other manufacturer is not responsible for property flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective damage caused by improper water connection. material when moving refrigerator. Materials Required f. Rehang doors by reversing steps a–e. Use a dime ¼" (6 mm) flexible copper tubing. Length of
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Controls This refrigerator is designed to operate at normal � Remove toe grille to gain access to roller household temperatures of 55° to 110°F (13° to 43°C). adjustment screws. Refrigerator and Freezer Controls ! CAUTION Refrigerator and freezer controls are located on upper rear wall of refrigerator section. To avoid property damage and damage to the unit, do not use power tools to adjust leveling. Use hand tools only. � Turn rear roller adjustment screw clockwise to raise corner that is rock
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Installation Checklist This checklist is for personal records only. Consumer Installer Doors 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. ™ Ice ’N Water Dispenser Models If doors were removed to install refrigerator, top hinge wire connectors are reconnected. Leveling Refrigerator is stable. Toe grille is properly attached to refrigerator
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Refrigerator Features � Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering front. Use slots 8 through 11 only. Replace ! CAUTION drawer by sliding in. Confirm boot is over air inlet in To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure side wall. before placing items on shelf. Refrigerator Shelves ™ ™ All models feature Spillsaver shelves. Spillsaver shelves hold simple spills for easier cleaning. Shelves adjust up or down to meet individual storage needs. CAUTION ! To avoid personal
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Covered Storage Bucket (Some models) ! CAUTION Storage bucket has a lid and removable egg tray. When tray is removed, bucket will accept items such as a To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle standard egg carton, ice, etc. tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. A B C A A. Lid B. Egg tray C. Storage bucket A. Crisper Drawer Dairy Center (Some models) Remove Garden Fresh™ crispers by completing the Da
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™ Temperature-Controlled Beverage Chiller IMPORTANT (Some models) For proper operation of Beverage Chiller™, one of the ™ cold air intake holes must line up with notch in right door Temperature-Controlled Beverage Chiller keeps dike. beverages up to 5°F (3°C) colder than refrigerator section. Air inlet allows air from freezer section to pass to A Beverage Chiller™. Air inlet is located on interior wall of A refrigerator door. B B Beverage Chiller™ control is located on left front wall of refrige
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Freezer Features Adjustable Divider (Some models) Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to CAUTION ! meet individual storage needs. Divider fits in any door To avoid property damage, confirm shelf is secure bucket or door shelf. before replacing items on shelf. Automatic Ice Maker (Dispensing models) � Confirm ice bucket is in place and ice maker arm is down. A Tall Package Retainer (Some models) Tall package retainer keeps tall items secure. Retainer fits in any door bucket. Tall
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� Remove shelf by lifting right side of shelf out of clips and pulling out of left side mounting holes. Reverse procedure to reinstall shelf. A B A. Wire shelves B. Wire baskets Tilt-Out Bin (some models) The tilt-out bin provides convenient storage for frozen food items in freezer door. It can be moved to fit different areas on freezer door and tilts forward for easy access of those items. For adjusting or cleaning: � Remove bin bucket by pushing bucket up and pulling out. � Replace bucket by
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™ Ice ’N Water Slide Control Dispenser (Some models) � Stop ice dispensing by releasing pressure on bar CAUTION before container is full. Some ice will continue to fall. ! Do not remove container until last of ice falls. To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe If dispensing ice continuously, dispenser motor is following instructions: designed to shut off after 3 to 5 minutes. Motor resets � Do not operate dispenser with freezer door open. after 3 minutes and dispensing can continue.
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™ Ice ’N Water Electronic Control Dispenser (Some models) CRUSHED CUBED AUTO LIGHT DISPENSER LOCK OK CHANGE LIGHT SENSOR FILTERED ICE FILTERED WATER Taste and Odor ! CAUTION Observe the following to minimize taste and odor difficulties: To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe following instructions: � Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers or moisture proof bags. � Do not operate dispenser with freezer door open. � Contact local water treatment company for specialized � Do not p
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Care and Cleaning all drawers, shelves, and gaskets. ! WARNING 3. Connect power to refrigerator and return food to refrigerator. Wash and dry all bottles, containers and To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe jars. Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers to personal injury or death, disconnect power to prevent further odor. After 24 hours, check if odor refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect was eliminated. power. Complete the following steps if odor was not eliminated.
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Lower refrigerator section (Some models) Glass Shelves � Remove light bulb cover by removing screw. Replace bulb with 40-watt tubular appliance bulb. CAUTION ! � Replace light bulb cover by placing cover over light To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle bulb. Insert and tighten screw. tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden A temperature change. B Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track then pull
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Normal Operating Sounds This new refrigerator may be replacing a differently designed, less efficient or smaller refrigerator. Today’s 7 1 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. 2 1. Freezer control clicks when starting or stopping compressor. 2. Freezer fan air rushes and whirs. 3 3. Sealed
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Before Calling For Service Refrigerator does not operate. No indicator lights are lit on dispenser control (some models). � Confirm freezer control is on. � Verify that freezer door is closed. Power is removed from the control � Confirm refrigerator is plugged in. when the freezer door is opened. � Check fuse or circuit breaker. Plug in another item at that wall outlet. Neither ice nor water is dispensed when the paddles are pushed � Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts. If freezer co
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Energy Tips Vacation Tips This refrigerator is designed to be one of the most energy Complete the following steps for short vacations. efficient refrigerators available. Reduce energy use by 1. Remove perishable foods. Warranty does not cover observing the following. food loss. Check warranty certificate for specific � Operate in normal household temperatures of coverage. 55°–110°F (13°–43°C) away from heat sources and 2. If an ice maker is installed, move ice maker arm up, direct sunlight. to o
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Warranty Refer to model number on serial plate to verify model warranty Warranty applies to model numbers having ARS or DRS as first three characters of model number, and contain the numbers 7, 8, or 9 in the seventh position (i.e. ARSxxx7xx). Full One Year Warranty 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 workmans
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Contenido Requerimientos eléctricos ................................................ 20 Este refrigerador viene equipado con un enchufe de tres Identificación del modelo .................................................. 20 puntas (para conexión a tierra) para proveer protección Servicio .............................................................................. 20 contra posible riesgos de descargas eléctricas. Si el Plan de servicio extendido Asure™ .................................. 20 tom
