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Amana Distinctions User Manual

Amana Distinctions
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Part No. 12591321
Form No. A/05/03
©2003 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.
Side by Side
Refrigerator
Questions about your features?
Please contact us with your model and serial number:
Maytag Services
SM
Attn: Amana CAIR
®
Center
P.O. Box 39
403 West 4th Street North
Newton, Iowa 50208-0039
Ph# 1-800-843-0304 in U.S.A.
1-866-587-2002 au Canada
Internet: http://www.amana.com
Owner’s Manual
Covering and Models
Keep instructions for future reference.
Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place
in case warranty service is required.
Contents
Introduction..........................................................................................2
Important Safety Information ...............................................................3
Installing Your Refrigerator.............................................................4-10
Measuring the Opening.....................................................................4
Transporting Your Refrigerator ..........................................................4
Selecting the Best Location ..............................................................4
How to Install and Remove Handles.................................................5
Removing the Doors and Hinges ......................................................7
Replacing the Doors..........................................................................7
How to Install and Remove Panels...................................................8
How to Connect the Water Supply....................................................9
How to Level Your Refrigerator .......................................................10
Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures ..................................11
Initial Temperature Settings .............................................................11
Adjusting the Controls .....................................................................11
How to Perform a Temperature Test ...............................................11
About Your Water Filter .....................................................................12
Water Filter Removal and Installation .............................................12
Water Filter Data ...............................................................................13
Fresh Food Features....................................................................14-16
Interior Shelves ...............................................................................14
Door Storage...................................................................................14
Climate-Controlled Drawers ............................................................15
Storage Drawers .............................................................................16
Accessories .....................................................................................16
Freezer Features..........................................................................17-18
Automatic Ice Maker........................................................................17
Interior Shelves ...............................................................................17
Door Storage...................................................................................18
Dispenser Features......................................................................19-20
Dispenser Light ...............................................................................19
Dispenser Pad.................................................................................19
Removable Tray ..............................................................................19
Water Dispenser Operation.............................................................19
Control Features .............................................................................20
Hints and Care .............................................................................21-22
How to Clean Your Refrigerator ......................................................21
How to Remove Odors from Refrigerator .......................................22
Energy Saving Ideas .......................................................................22
How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs ......................................22
Normal Operating Sounds.................................................................23
Troubleshooting............................................................................24-26
Warranty ............................................................................................28
As an Energy Star
®
Partner,
Amana
®
has determined that this
product* meets the Energy Star
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
* This manual covers several models. Please refer to the feature
sticker on the interior of the fresh food door to verify that your
model number complies with Energy Star
®
standards.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Amana Distinctions Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmana
ModelDistinctions
CategoryRefrigerator
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

General guidance on understanding safety warnings and precautions in the manual.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

Explanation of safety symbols, words like DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION.

Installing Your Refrigerator

Measuring the Opening

Details on required clearances for installing the refrigerator in an opening.

Transporting Your Refrigerator

Tips and precautions for safely moving the refrigerator to its final location.

Selecting the Best Location

Guidelines for choosing an optimal and safe location for the refrigerator.

How to Install and Remove Handles

Installing Front-Mounted Handles

Step-by-step instructions for attaching front-mounted handles to the refrigerator doors.

Removing Front-Mounted Handles

Procedure for detaching front-mounted handles from the refrigerator doors.

Installing Full-Length Extruded Handles

Guide for installing long, extruded handles on the refrigerator doors.

Removing Full-Length Extruded Handles

Instructions for taking off full-length extruded handles from the doors.

Refrigerator Handle Installation (Stainless Steel)

Installing Standard Handles

Detailed steps for attaching standard handles to refrigerator doors.

Removing Standard Handles

Procedure for detaching standard handles from refrigerator doors.

Installing Front-Mounted Handles for Stainless Steel

Instructions for installing front-mounted handles on stainless steel models.

Removing Front-Mounted Handles for Stainless Steel

Procedure for removing front-mounted handles from stainless steel models.

Removing the Doors and Hinges

Replacing the Doors

Steps for reinstalling refrigerator doors and hinges after removal.

Refrigerator Panel Installation

How to Install and Remove Panels

Instructions for installing and removing decorative panels on refrigerator doors.

Installing Panels

Step-by-step guide for fitting and securing decorative panels onto the refrigerator doors.

Removing Panels

Procedure for safely detaching decorative panels from the refrigerator doors.

How to Connect the Water Supply

How to Level Your Refrigerator

Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures

Initial Temperature Settings

Guidance on setting initial temperatures for the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Adjusting the Controls

Instructions for modifying temperature controls for desired cooling levels.

How to Perform a Temperature Test

Method for testing refrigerator and freezer temperatures using thermometers.

About Your Water Filter

Water Filter Removal and Installation

Steps for removing and installing the refrigerator's water filter cartridge.

Initial Install of Water Filter

Procedure for installing a new water filter for the first time.

Replacing Water Filter

Instructions on how to replace an existing water filter with a new one.

Water Filter Maintenance and Ordering

Guidance on changing, ordering, flushing, and bypassing the water filter system.

Fresh Food Compartment Features

Interior Shelves

Information on various types of interior shelves, including SpillSaver, SideGlide, and extensions.

Door Storage Features

Details on door storage components like the Beverage Chiller or Mini Chiller.

Freezer Compartment Features

Automatic Ice Maker

Information and operating instructions for the automatic ice maker system.

Interior Shelves

Details on fixed, hanging wire, and Stor-Mor system shelves in the freezer.

Quick Chill Zone

Description of the Quick Chill Zone shelf for rapid chilling or freezing of items.

Freezer Compartment Features (Continued)

Ice Storage Bin

Instructions for removing and installing the ice storage bin in the freezer.

Door Storage

Details on adjustable and fixed door buckets for organizing items in the freezer door.

Tilt-Out Door Buckets

Information on tilt-out door bucket assemblies for convenient freezer door storage.

Ice and Water Dispenser Features

Dispenser Light

Explanation of the light that activates in the dispenser area during use.

Dispenser Pad

Location and function of the dispenser pad used for selecting and dispensing ice/water.

Removable Tray

Description of the removable tray at the dispenser base for collecting spills.

Front Fill Button

Details on the front fill button feature for dispensing water into large containers.

Water Dispenser Operation

Guidelines and precautions for operating the water dispenser.

Dispenser Control Features

Control Features

Overview of the 5-button and 3-button control panels for the dispenser.

Ice Dispenser Operation

Instructions on how to select and dispense cubed or crushed ice.

Dispenser Lock

Explanation of the dispenser lock feature to prevent accidental dispensing.

Filter Status Indicator Light

Meaning of the filter status light and how to reset it after filter replacement.

Auto Light

Information on the auto light function that activates the dispenser light in low light.

Sabbath Mode

How to activate and deactivate Sabbath mode to disable lights and dispenser during rest periods.

Refrigerator Hints and Care

How to Clean Your Refrigerator

Detailed instructions for cleaning different parts of the refrigerator, including warnings.

Refrigerator Hints and Care (Continued)

How to Remove Odors from Refrigerator

Steps to eliminate unpleasant odors from the refrigerator interior.

Energy Saving Ideas

Tips for optimizing refrigerator efficiency and reducing energy consumption.

How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs

Procedure for safely replacing light bulbs in the fresh food and freezer sections.

Understanding Normal Refrigerator Sounds

Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide

Operation Problems

Solutions for issues related to compressors, drawers, and general operation of the refrigerator.

Food Temperature Issues

Troubleshooting problems with food being too cold or too warm, and door sealing.

Refrigerator Odor and Water Droplets

Addressing issues with refrigerator odors and water droplets forming inside or outside.

Troubleshooting: Operation and Ice/Water

Drawer and Refrigerator Operation Issues

Solutions for drawers not closing freely and refrigerator running too frequently.

Ice and Water Issues

Troubleshooting cloudy water, particles, dispenser lights, and ice/water dispensing problems.

Troubleshooting: Ice Maker and Water Flow

Ice Maker and Water Filter Issues

Solutions for ice maker not producing ice, red filter light, and leaking water.

Water Flow and Dispenser Temperature

Troubleshooting slow water flow, improper water installation, and dispenser water not being cold.

Amana Refrigerator Warranty Information

Owner's Responsibility

List of responsibilities for the refrigerator owner regarding care, maintenance, and service.

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