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Amana B136CAL3 User Manual

Amana B136CAL3
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February 1998 1 12074208
Amana Technical Information—Refrigerator
B136CAL3 P1318401W B136CAR3 P1318402W
B136CAL1 P1318403W B136CAR1 P1318404W
Return Technical Sheet to envelope after service
Kw/24 hr
±
0.4
Percent Run
Time
±
10%
Cycles/24 hr
±
25%
Refrigerator Center
Compartment Food
Average Temperature
±
3
°
F
Freezer
Compartment
Food Average
Temperature
±
3
°
F
Ambient
°
F
65
°
90
°
110
°
65
°
90
°
110
°
65
°
90
°
110
°
65
°
90
°
110
°
65
°
90
°
110
°
1.2 2.3 4.2 28 52 100 30 32 0 39 39 45 3 3 3
Temperature Relationship Test Chart
T-1 Outlet
±
3
°
F T-1 Inlet
±
3
°
F
T-3 Suction
Line
±
7
°
F
Average Total
Wattage
±
10%
Suction Pressure
±
2 PSIG
Head Pressure
±
5 PSIG
Ambient
°
F
65
°
110
°
65
°
110
°
65
°
110
°
65
°
110
°
65
°
110
°
65
°
110
°
-14 -14 -14 -14 25 103 157 168 0 0 110 157
Due to a possibility of personal injury or property damage, always contact an authorized technician for
servicing or repair of this refrigerator.
Refer to Service Manual RS1200001 for design, disassembly, ice maker, safety, testing, and
troubleshooting information.
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator using
power switch before servicing. Wires removed during disassembly must be replaced on proper terminals to insure
correct earthing and polarization. After servicing, reconnect power using power switch.
Model B136CAL B136CAR
Capacity
21 cu ft 21 cu ft
Electrical
requirements
separate
circuit
115 VAC 60 Hz
15A
115 VAC 60 Hz
15A
Refrigerant
type
R134a R134a
Width
without side
extrusions
35
35
Depth
without handle
includes door
extrusions
23
7/8
23
7/8
Height range
rollers to top of
air grille
83
1/4
–84
1/4
83
1/4
–84
1/4
!
WARNING

Questions and Answers:

Amana B136CAL3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmana
ModelB136CAL3
CategoryRefrigerator
ConfigurationTop Freezer
Energy Star CertifiedNo

Summary

Refrigerant Flow

Cabinet Air Flow

Machine Compartment Air Flow

Component Specifications

Additional Part Numbers

Display Panel

Display Panel Keyboard

Diagram of the display panel's button layout and functions.

Display Panel Operation

Keyboard Pad Functions

Details on how each key on the display panel operates.

Electronic Functional Description

Power Disconnect Switch

Location and function of the power disconnect switch.

Showroom Switch

Function of the showroom switch for independent operation.

Alarms

Description of various alarm types and their triggers.

Temperature Control Operation

Adaptive Defrost Operation

Program Mode

Mode A Functions

Features and operations available in Program Mode A.

Mode B Functions

Features and operations available in Program Mode B.

Temperature Offset Calibration

Defrost Mode Selection

Choosing between adaptive and conventional defrost modes.

Forced Defrost

Initiating a forced defrost cycle.

Electronic Testing

Forced Defrost Start

Procedure to manually start the defrost cycle.

Forced Compressor Start

Procedure to manually start the compressor.

Open Thermistor Detect

How to detect an open thermistor circuit.

Wiring Schematic

Wiring Diagram

Ice Maker

Operation

How the ice maker functions and its components.

Specifications

Technical details and ratings for ice maker parts.

Testing Procedures

Methods for testing the ice maker's functionality.

Ice Maker Disassembly

Component Assemblies

Procedures for disassembling specific ice maker assemblies.

Ice Maker Procedures

Ejector Blades or Stripper

Procedure for removing and installing ejector blades.

Accessing Control Box

How to access the ice maker's control box.

Water Fill Adjustment

Adjusting the water fill volume for the ice maker.

Ice Maker Maintenance

Water Problems

Troubleshooting issues related to water quality and flow.

Temperature Problems

Diagnosing issues caused by incorrect freezer temperatures.

Thermostat Replacement

Procedure for replacing the ice maker thermostat.

Ice Maker Components

Water Valve

Information on the water valve's function and specifications.

Wiring Harness Details

Details about the wiring harness, including the thermal fuse.

Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart

No or Low Ice Production

Common problems and solutions for lack of ice production.

Ice Maker Troubleshooting: Ejector Positions

3:00 and 4:00 Ejector Positions

Troubleshooting issues at 3:00 and 4:00 ejector positions.

6:00 and 7:30 Ejector Positions

Troubleshooting issues at 6:00 and 7:30 ejector positions.

9:00 Ejector Position

Troubleshooting issues at the 9:00 ejector position.

Ice Maker Troubleshooting: Production Issues

Excessive Ice Production

Common problems and solutions for producing too much ice.

Hollow Ice Cubes

Troubleshooting causes of hollow ice cubes.

Flooding or Ice in Bucket or Freezer

Solutions for ice maker flooding or ice in the freezer.

Ice Maker Wiring Diagram and Parts Layout

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