Amana BC20TL Manual Del Usuario página 18

Before Calling For Service
Problem
Water droplets form on inside of
refrigerator.
Water droplets form on outside of
refrigerator.
Garden Fresh™ crispers or Chiller
Fresh™system does not close freely
(some models).
Refrigerator has an odor.
Refrigerator makes unfamiliar
sounds or seems too loud.
Ice cubes have an odor.
Ice cubes stick together or "shrink".
Ice maker is not producing ice.
Solution
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It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened
frequently.
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Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the
refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation.
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Check door seals for proper seal. Gaskets should seal tightly to
cabinet.
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It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened
frequently.
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Check for a package which may prevent drawer from closing properly.
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Confirm drawer is in proper position.
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Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
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Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer channels.
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Confirm refrigerator is level.
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See "Odor Removal" instructions in "Care and Cleaning" section.
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It may be normal. See "Normal Operating Sounds" section
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See "Odor Removal" instructions in "Care and Cleaning" section.
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Ice maker was recently installed. Discard first few batches of ice to
avoid discolored or off-flavored ice.
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Food has not been wrapped tightly in either refrigerator or freezer
compartment. Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food
is not wrapped properly.
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Discard ice and clean ice bucket or trays more frequently. Ice cubes
are porous and absorb odors easily.
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Water supply contains minerals such as sulfur. In some situations a
filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems
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Empty ice cube bucket or trays more frequently. If used infrequently,
ice cubes may stick together or shrink.
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Water pressure may be to low or high. Ice maker requires a water
pressure of 20-120 psi to function properly.
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Confirm ice maker arm is down. See "Automatic Ice Maker" section.
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Confirm household water supply is reaching water valve. Make sure
the water valve shut off is fully turned on.
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Confirm ice maker wiring harness is inserted completely in proper
holes.
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Check for kinks in copper or plastic tubing. Remove kinks or replace
tubing.
• Check electrical connections to water valve coil and connector block
on refrigerator cabinet.
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If a water filter has been installed on the water line outside the
refrigerator, check the filter for clogs or improper installation of the
filter.
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