Amana W10249208A, W10249209A installation instructions Refrigerator Doors, Cabinet

Models: W10249208A W10249209A

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Complete the Installation

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.

Refrigerator Doors

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, ⁵⁄₁₆" open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

If you only want to remove and replace the doors, see “Remove Doors and Hinges” and “Replace Doors and Hinges.”

Depending on your model, you have either standard doors or contour doors. If you are going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door style.

All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.”

Remove Doors and Hinges

⁵⁄₁₆" Hex-head hinge screw

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator. See Base Grille graphic.

3.Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

4.Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

5.Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

6.Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the Bottom Hinge graphic.

Reverse Doors (optional)

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not reversing the doors, see “Replace Doors and Hinges.”

Round-Head

Door Handle

Handle Screw

Screw Hole Plug

Cabinet

1.Remove ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1.

2.Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 2.

Doors

1.Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator doors and move to the other side. See Graphics 3 and 4.

Replace Doors and Hinges

NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

1.Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten screws. See Bottom Hinge graphic. Replace the refrigerator door.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

2.Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten all screws. See Center Hinge graphic. Replace the freezer door.

3.Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Do not tighten screws completely.

4.Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all screws.

Final Steps

1.Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in place. Reinstall top hinge cover. See Top Hinge graphic.

2.Replace the base grille. See Base Grille graphic.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

3.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

4.Return all removable door parts to doors and food to refrigerator.

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Amana W10249208A, W10249209A installation instructions Refrigerator Doors, Cabinet

W10249208A, W10249209A specifications

The Amana W10249209A and W10249208A are essential components for users seeking to maintain or enhance the performance of their refrigeration systems. These models are primarily recognized for their compatibility with various Amana refrigerators, playing a crucial role in ensuring optimal cooling efficiency.

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