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Service and Troubleshooting
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Copyright © 2015-2017, 2019, 2021 Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P.
RS6215001r5
January 2021
®
is a registered trademark of Maytag Corporation or its related companies and is used under license.
All rights reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ............................................. 2
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ............................................ 4
SYSTEM OPERATION ....................................................... 5
SERVICING ........................................................................ 9
CHECKING VOLTAGE ................................................. 9
CHECKING WIRING ..................................................... 9
CHECKNG THERMOSTAT, WIRING ........................... 9
THERMOSTAT AND WIRING ....................................... 9
CHECKING TRANSFORMER AND CONTROL
CIRCUIT ......................................................................... 9
CHECKING HIGH PRESSURE SWITCH .................. 10
CHECKING INDOOR AND OUTDOOR HI/LOW
PRESSURE SENSOR................................................. 10
CHECKING COMPRESSOR ...................................... 10
COMPRESSOR WINDING INSULATION TEST ....... 11
GROUND TEST ........................................................... 11
TESTING TEMPERATURE SENSORS AND EEV
COIL RESISTANCE..................................................... 12
TESTING EEV COIL RESISTANCE .......................... 12
TESTING REVERSING VALVE .................................. 12
AVPEC* HEATER CONTROL ..................................... 13
REFRIGERATION REPAIR PRACTICE .................... 14
LEAK TESTING (NITROGEN OR NITRO-
GEN-TRACED) ............................................................ 14
STANDING PRESSURE TEST (RECOMMENDED) . 14
EVACUATION .............................................................. 15
CHARGING .................................................................. 16
FINAL CHARGE ADJUSTMENT ................................ 16
CHECKING COMPRESSOR EFFICIENCY .............. 16
CHECKING SUBCOOLING ........................................ 16
NON-CONDENSABLES .............................................. 17
COMPRESSOR BURNOUT ....................................... 17
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our customers with quality products. It is possible, however,
that during its lifetime a product may require service.
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Warnings and Notices

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Product Identification

Nomenclature

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Explains the function of the outdoor unit and its components during operation.

Cooling, Heating, and Defrost Cycles

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System Startup and Modes

Covers startup tests, charge mode, boost, and dehumidification settings.

Fault Code History

Explains how to access and interpret stored fault codes for diagnostics.

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Electrical Component Checks

Procedures for checking voltage, wiring, thermostat, and transformer.

Pressure Sensor and Switch Checks

Testing high/low pressure switches and sensors for proper function.

Compressor Checks

Safety precautions and initial checks for the compressor.

Compressor Insulation and Ground Test

Procedures for testing compressor winding insulation and grounding.

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Procedures for testing thermistors, EEV coils, and reversing valves.

Refrigerant Leak Testing and Evacuation

Methods for detecting leaks and performing system evacuation.

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Procedures for measuring static pressure in ductwork and coils.

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Diagnostic Codes and Display

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Troubleshooting

Analysis Charts

Diagnostic charts to identify causes based on operating conditions.

Outdoor Unit Error Codes

Lists and explains specific error codes for the outdoor unit.

Network Troubleshooting

Addresses issues related to system communication and network status.

Electrical Board Servicing

Procedures for installing and uninstalling the main electrical board.

Wiring Diagram

System Wiring Diagram

Visual representation of the unit's electrical connections and components.

Accessories

Heater Kit Installation

Details heater kit compatibility, kW ratings, and switch settings.

Checking Heater Components

Procedures for testing heater limit controls, elements, and fuse links.

Summary

Important Information

Safe Refrigerant Handling

Covers safe practices and precautions for handling refrigerants, including warnings about hazards.

Warnings and Notices

Contains critical warnings and general notices for users and technicians regarding safety and compliance.

Product Identification

Nomenclature

Details model identification codes and their meanings for proper unit recognition.

System Operation

Condensing Unit Operation

Explains the function of the outdoor unit and its components during operation.

Cooling, Heating, and Defrost Cycles

Describes the operational principles of the refrigeration cycles and defrost management.

System Startup and Modes

Covers startup tests, charge mode, boost, and dehumidification settings.

Fault Code History

Explains how to access and interpret stored fault codes for diagnostics.

Servicing

Electrical Component Checks

Procedures for checking voltage, wiring, thermostat, and transformer.

Pressure Sensor and Switch Checks

Testing high/low pressure switches and sensors for proper function.

Compressor Checks

Safety precautions and initial checks for the compressor.

Compressor Insulation and Ground Test

Procedures for testing compressor winding insulation and grounding.

Sensor and Valve Testing

Procedures for testing thermistors, EEV coils, and reversing valves.

Refrigerant Leak Testing and Evacuation

Methods for detecting leaks and performing system evacuation.

Duct Static Pressure Measurement

Procedures for measuring static pressure in ductwork and coils.

Indoor Unit Troubleshooting

Diagnosing issues specific to the indoor unit and its components.

Diagnostic Codes and Display

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Analysis Charts

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Network Troubleshooting

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Electrical Board Servicing

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Wiring Diagram

System Wiring Diagram

Visual representation of the unit's electrical connections and components.

Accessories

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Checking Heater Components

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Amana AVZC18 Specifications

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BrandAmana
ModelAVZC18
CategoryHeat Pump
LanguageEnglish

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