Amana SXD22S2 User Manual

Service
Refer to Technical Sheet
for values and wiring
schematics.
This manual is to be used by qualified appliance technicians
only. Amana does not assume any responsibility for property
damage or personal injury for improper service procedures
done by an unqualified person.
RS1300003
Revision 0
December 1997
Side-by-Side “S” Model
Refrigerators
Models and manufacturing
numbers in this manual
SXD25S2 P1303513W
SBD20S4 P1190007W
SBD20TP P1190009W
SBD20TPS P1190008W
SRD20S4 P1190816W
SX22S P1190213W
SGD22T P1303514W
SCD22TB P1303515W
SXD22S2 P1303512W
SRD22S3 P1190327W
SS25T P1194004W
SCD25T P1303516W
SQD25V P1314202W
SRD25S3 P1190325W
SBDE20S4SW P1190906W
SX25S P1190214W
SRD25VP P1190326W
SRD25VPS P1190331W
SBI20TP P1190711W
SBI20TPS P1190712W
SBDE20TP P1190905W
SRD22VPS P1190330W
SSD25T P1314201W
SBI20S2 P1190710W
SXD27T P1302802W
SBIE20TPS P1190709W
SBIE20TP P1190708W
SRD22VP P1190328W
SRD27S2 P1190329W
SCD25TB P1303517W
SM22TB P1190215W

Amana SXD22S2 Specifications

General

Configuration	Side-by-Side
Ice Maker	Yes
Water Dispenser	Yes
Defrost Type	Frost-Free
Color	Stainless Steel

Summary

Service

Side-by-Side "S" Model Refrigerators

Manual for servicing Amana Side-by-Side refrigerators, referring to technical sheets for details.

User Operation

Electrical Requirements

Details electrical specifications, grounding, and voltage requirements for safe operation.

Installation Instructions

Step-by-step guide for installing the refrigerator, including door removal and reattachment.

Connecting Water Supply

Detailed instructions for connecting the refrigerator to a water supply, including precautions.

Controls

Explains the operation of various refrigerator controls, including temperature settings and special modes.

Fresh Food Features

Describes features related to the fresh food compartment, such as alarms, lights, and shelves.

Ice 'N' Water™ Dispenser

Safety precautions and operational instructions for the Ice 'N' Water dispenser.

Automatic Ice Maker

Instructions for operating and ensuring the automatic ice maker functions correctly.

Care and Cleaning

General and specific cleaning instructions for the refrigerator's interior and exterior components.

Before Calling For Service

Provides troubleshooting tips and when to contact service for common issues.

Troubleshooting Chart

Unit does not run

Identifies possible causes and corrective actions for a refrigerator that fails to run.

Refrigerator section too cold

Addresses causes and fixes for the refrigerator section being too cold.

Frost or ice on evaporator

Addresses causes and solutions for frost or ice buildup on the evaporator.

Refrigerator section too warm

Lists causes and solutions for the refrigerator section being too warm.

Freezer and refrigerator sections too warm

Details common causes and corrective actions when both sections are too warm.

Unit starts and stops frequently (cycles on and off)

Explains why the unit cycles on and off frequently and how to fix it.

Unit runs continuously

Explains reasons for continuous operation and how to resolve them.

Noisy operation

Lists common causes of noise and their corresponding solutions.

System Diagnosis

Pressure and Temperature Relationship Chart

A chart detailing how pressure and temperature variations indicate system conditions.

Display Panel Operation

Keyboard Pad Functions

Details the function of each button on the electronic control panel.

Electronic Functional Description

Alarms

Details the various alarms, their triggers, and how to deactivate them.

Temperature Control Operation

Describes how temperature settings are managed by thermistors and control outputs.

Adaptive Defrost Operation

Explains how the adaptive defrost system works and its cycle logic.

Refrigeration and Defrost Component Checks Made at High Voltage Board

Lists voltage checks for various components connected to the high voltage board.

Freezer Compartment

Describes how the freezer thermistor signals the electronic control for compressor and fan operation.

Refrigerator Compartment

Details how the refrigerator thermistor signals the control for damper and fan operation.

Refrigerator and Freezer Compartment

Describes how thermistor states affect compressor, fan, and damper operation in both compartments.

Adaptive Defrost

Explains how the adaptive defrost system works and its cycle logic.

Program Mode

Accessing Program Mode

Step-by-step instructions to enter and navigate the refrigerator's programming modes.

Temperature Offset Calibration

Explains how to adjust temperature settings using offsets for precise control.

Mode B Functions

Details programming functions for automatic keyboard, door alarm delay, and run times.

Electronic Testing

Electronic Testing Mode

Instructions for entering the electronic testing mode for diagnostics.

Open Thermistor Detect

Explains how the system detects open thermistor circuits and associated alarms.

Evaporator Fan Suppression

Details tests for the evaporator fan's behavior when doors are opened or the light is off.

Component Testing

Capacitor

Instructions for testing a capacitor's resistance and identifying faults.

Condenser

Explains how to check the condenser for leaks and its role in heat transfer.

Thermostat

Instructions for testing thermostats, including their role in defrost and cooling circuits.

Ice Maker

Refers to the Ice Maker section for service information.

Thermistor

Instructions for testing thermistors and referencing resistance charts.

Timer, defrost

Explains how to test the defrost timer motor and its contacts.

Drier

Instructions for replacing the drier filter and its importance.

Overload/Relay

Explains how to test overload protectors and relays for proper function.

Service Procedures

Service Equipment

Lists necessary equipment for servicing HFC134a systems.

Refrigerant Precautions

Safety warnings regarding handling refrigerants to avoid injury and property damage.

Dehydrating Sealed Refrigeration System

Explains the process and importance of dehydrating the refrigeration system.

Restrictions

Evacuation and Charging

Explains the importance of evacuation and provides detailed instructions for the process.

Charging

Step-by-step instructions for charging the system with the specified refrigerant amount.

HFC134a Service Information

Replacement Service Compressor

Electronic Control

Notes that the electronic control is not repairable and must be replaced if faulty.

Leak Testing

Outlines methods for checking the refrigeration system for leaks, with safety warnings.

Testing for Restrictions

Step-by-step guide to identify and address restrictions within the system.

Refrigerant Charge

Health, Safety, and Handling

Compressor Testing Procedures

Detailed steps for testing compressor operation and identifying issues.

Drier Replacement

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the drier filter, emphasizing safety.

Testing Systems Containing a Refrigerant Charge

Brazing

Compressor Operational Test

Detailed procedure for testing compressor operation directly, including safety precautions.

Testing Systems Containing No Refrigerant Charge

Disassembly

Compressor

Comprehensive instructions for removing the compressor, including refrigerant capture and tubing disconnection.

Evaporator

Continued instructions for removing the evaporator assembly.

Overload and Relay

Ice Maker

Testing Procedures

Detailed steps for testing the ice maker's functionality, including voltage and component checks.

Servicing Thermostat

Dual Water Valve

Ice Maker Troubleshooting Chart

I. NO ICE/LOW ICE PRODUCTION

Troubleshooting steps for no or low ice production, covering various causes.

I. NO ICE/LOW ICE PRODUCTION (cont)

Further troubleshooting for low ice production, including ejector position and contamination.

II. OVER PRODUCTION OF ICE

III. HOLLOW ICE CUBES

IV. FLOODING OR ICE SLABS IN BUCKET OR FREEZER