Amana AXP Series - Interlock Switch Service and Adjustment

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Oven Switch Replacement &
Interlock Switch Adjustment
Figure 1
Attach Ohm-Meter to
Wire Harness Connectors
Mounting Screw
When the door is opened or closed, the left door hinge activates the secondary / monitor switches.
1. Connect an ohm-meter to wire harness (as shown in figure 1, to verify switch activation).
Note: The switch assembly should activate when the door gap is approximately 1/4 inch (6mm).
Switch Adjustment:
1. Loosen mounting screws.
2. Slide adjustment lever for proper switch activation.
3. Tighten mounting screws.
4. Preheat oven to set temperature and verify switch adjustment settings and function.
Note: To ensure proper switch adjustment, the switch mounting MUST be tightened after each adjustment
prior to testing the door alignment.
Removal:
1. Remove switch assembly
mounting screw.
2. Push switch assembly 1/2 inch (13mm)
towards back of oven.
3. Twist mounting leg towards
oven cavity to release mounting tab.
4. Push assembly towards back of oven
to remove.
Note: New replacement switch assembly
has been adjusted at the factory, no adjustment
should be necessary.
Switch Test:
Switch Adjustment
Lever
Mounting Screw
Mounting Leg
Replacement
Adjustment