Amana Bottom Mount Refrigerator service manual Troubleshooting Guide

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Troubleshooting Guide

Problem	Possible Cause

Freezer too cold	•Freezer temperature set too cold

Long off cycle	•Low ambient
	•Freezer temperature set too warm

Short off cycle	•Heavy usage
	•High ambient
	•Freezer temperature set too cold
	•Light constantly on
	•Poor door gasket seal

Long or continuous run cycle	•Heavy usage
	•High ambient
	•Inadequate condenser air flow
	•Freezer temperature set too cold
	•Loss or restricted refrigerant

Short run cycle	•Light usage
	•Low ambient
	•Freezer temperature set too warm

Exterior cabinet condensation	•High humidity. Design accepts beads of water on
	cabinet exterior after 4 hours with 0° to 2°F (-18° to -17°C)
	freezer food temperature and 38° to 40°F (3° to 4°C)
	refrigerator food temperature in 84% R.H. conditions.
	See “Typical Sweat Pattern”section under above
	conditions.
	•Freezer temperature set too cold
	•Poor door gasket seal
	•Insulation void

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