To Clean Your Refrigerator:
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, muriatic acid, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on exterior surfaces (doors and cabinet), plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
3.Clean the exterior surfaces.
Painted metal: Wash painted metal exteriors with a clean, soft cloth or sponge and a mild detergent in warm water. Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots.
Stainless steel: Wash stainless steel surfaces with a clean, soft cloth or sponge and a mild detergent in warm water. Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots.
NOTE: When cleaning stainless steel, always wipe with the grain to avoid
4.Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy.
■Pull refrigerator out away from the wall. See “Unpack the Refrigerator.”
■Vacuum coils when they are dusty or dirty.
■Roll refrigerator back into place. Make sure to leave 1" (2.5 cm) between the cabinet back and the wall.
■Check to see that the refrigerator is level.
5.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Changing the Light Bulb
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same size, shape, and wattage (no greater than 40 watts).
1.Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Remove the light shield (on some models).
■Top of the refrigerator compartment - Slide the light shield toward the back of the compartment to release it from the light assembly.
3.Replace the
4.Replace the light shield.
5.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
In the U.S.A., www.amana.com In Canada, www.amanacanada.ca
Refrigerator Operation
The refrigerator will not operate
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.
■Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
■Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See “Using the Control(s).”
■New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will not cool either compartment more quickly.
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
The refrigerator seems noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations.
■Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker
■Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance
■Hissing/Rattling - flow of refrigerant, movement of water lines, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator
■Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle
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