Amana ARB2217CSR - User Manual

Owner's Manual
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Bottom Freezer
Refrigerator
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Maytag Appliances
Attn: Amana CAIR °_Center
RO. Box 39
403 West 4th Street North
Newton, Iowa 50208-0039
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1-866-587-2002 au Canada
Internet: http://www.amana.com
Introduction ................................................................. 2
Important Safety Information ...................................... 3
Installing Your Refrigerator .................................... 4-11
Measuring the Opening ............................................ 4
Transporting Your Refrigerator ................................. 4
Selecting the Best Location ...................................... 4
How to Remove the Doors and Hinges .................... 4
How to Reverse the Doors ....................................... 5
How to Install and Remove Handles ........................ 6
How to Replace the Doors and Hinges .................... 7
How to Remove and Install the Pullout Drawer ....... 8
How to Connect the Water Supply ........................... 9
How to Level Your Refrigerator .............................. 10
How to Adjust the Temperature Controls .................. 11
How to Perform a Temperature Test ....................... 11
About Your Water Filter ............................................. 12
Fresh Food Features ........................................... 13-15
Water Dispenser ..................................................... 13
Interior Shelves ....................................................... 13
Door Storage .......................................................... 13
Climate-Controlled Drawers ................................... 14
Storage Drawers ..................................................... 14
Accessories ............................................................ 15
Freezer Features ................................................. 16-17
Automatic Ice Maker ............................................... 16
Shelves ................................................................... 16
Drawe rs .................................................................. 16
Door Storage .......................................................... 17
Accessories ............................................................ 17
Hints and Care .................................................... 18-19
How to Clean Your Refrigerator ............................. 18
How to Remove Odors from Refrigerator ............... 19
Energy Saving Ideas .............................................. 19
How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs ............. 19
Trouble Shooting ................................................. 20-22
Water Filter Data ................................................. 23-24
Part No. 12642722 @2002 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
Form A/11/02 MCS 16021937

Summary

Important Safety Information

Installing Your Refrigerator

Initial Setup: Space, Transport, and Location

Door and Handle Installation Procedures

Steps for reversing doors, installing/removing handles, and replacing hinges.

Drawer, Water, and Leveling Installation

Procedures for pullout drawer, water supply connection, and leveling the appliance.

Temperature Controls and Operation

Adjusting Temperature Settings

Guide to setting and adjusting refrigerator and freezer temperatures for optimal cooling.

About Your Water Filter

Water Filter Removal and Installation

Steps for removing and installing the water filter cartridge for clean water.

Water Filter Replacement and Usage

Information on when to change the filter and how to use the water filtration system.

Fresh Food Features

Climate-Controlled and Storage Drawers

Freezer Features

Automatic Ice Maker Operation

Guide to using and maintaining the automatic ice maker for ice production.

Hints and Care

Cleaning the Refrigerator

Odor Removal, Energy Saving, and Bulb Replacement

Trouble Shooting

Common Refrigerator Sounds Explained

Addressing Operational Issues

Ice Maker and Water Flow Problems

Water Filter Data

Water Filter Specifications and Performance Data

Technical data on filter capabilities, flow rates, and tested contaminants for water quality.

Amana ARB2217CSR Specifications

General

Brand	Amana
Model	ARB2217CSR
Category	Refrigerator
Type	Top Freezer
Color	Stainless Steel
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Number of Shelves	3
Number of Door Bins	4
Ice Maker	No
Total Capacity	21.7 cu ft
Refrigerator Capacity	15.7 cu ft
Height	65.5 in.
Defrost Type	Frost Free