Amana AAC081SRB Service Service Manual Download Page 39

Summary of Contents for AAC081SRB Service

Page 1: ...damage or personal injury for improper service procedures done by an unqualified person This Base Manual covers general information Refer to individual Technical Sheet for information on specific mod...

Page 2: ...procedures If performing serv ce on your own product assume respons b ty for any persona njury or property damage wh ch may resu t To locate an authorized servicer please consult your telephone book o...

Page 3: ...unded through an individual wire attached to the electrical component and to another part of the air conditioner Grounding wires should not be removed from individual components while servicing unless...

Page 4: ...ut 14 Fan Motor 14 Leak Testing 14 Brazing 15 Restriction Testing 15 Evacuation 15 Charging 16 Using Line Piercing Valves 17 Open Lines 17 Disassembly Procedures 18 Air Filter Removal 18 Front Frame R...

Page 5: ...ge plenum reduce noise and increase efficiency Large evaporator and condenser coils are designed to provide maximum heat transfer Coils are manufactured from rifled copper tubing and embossed aluminum...

Page 6: ...and equipment In addition to standard hand tools screw drivers pliers sockets etc the following equipment is required Multimeter combination voltmeter ammeter and ohmmeter for reading current loads du...

Page 7: ...or blown fuse or tripped breaker Replace reset Check power cord for opens Replace cord if faulty Ensure all connections are tight and secure Check capacitor for open short Replace if faulty NOTE Disch...

Page 8: ...blower wheel loose or improperly aligned Worn fan motor bearings Fan motor mounting hardware bracket loose Wire s disconnected or loose Compressor capacitor faulty Compressor faulty Check fan blade bl...

Page 9: ...ompressor capacitor faulty Sealed refrigerant system fault Check protector for continuity If open replace Ensure all control connections are tight and secure Check control for proper operation and ins...

Page 10: ...ee parts loose screws causing or allowing excessive vibration Worn fan motor bearings Test sealed system for proper charge Ensure system is free of leaks Inspect air filter indoor outdoor coil for dir...

Page 11: ...aled system Compressor faulty Rotary control faulty Undercharged restricted strainer or plugged capillary tube Wattage slowly decreases below minimum specification Check mounting bolts bracket for tig...

Page 12: ...per charge Ensure system is free of leaks Repair as required Check compressor motor windings for open shorts Replace compressor if faulty Test sealed system for proper charge Inspect air filter indoor...

Page 13: ...ng initial start up and when compressor first starts but should always remain within specifications High Voltage High voltage causes motors to overheat cycle on their protectors or break down electric...

Page 14: ...mpressor Fan Motor 1 Disconnect power to unit 2 Discharge capacitor by shorting capacitor terminals through a 10 000 ohm resistor 3 Disconnect fan motor leads from selector switch and respective capac...

Page 15: ...perature drop if restriction is severe frost may form at point of restriction and extend down in direction of refrigerant flow in system Go to step 4 3 Turn unit off and time how long it takes high an...

Page 16: ...r process tube 3 Connect high side line to process tube of liquid line strainer NOTE If a compression or flare fitting cannot be attached to process tube s and still leave room for a pinch off swage t...

Page 17: ...manifold and pinch off both process tubes Remove manifold set crimp shut open ends of process tubes and braze 5 Recheck for refrigerant leaks Refrigerant Precautions To avoid personal injury do not al...

Page 18: ...assembly WARNING To avoid risk of personal injury or death due to electrical shock ground wires and wires colored like ground wires are NOT to be used as current carrying conductors The standard accep...

Page 19: ...ure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and or operational Front Frame Removal To remove front frame 1 Remove 2 screws securing front frame to air conditioner chassis 2 P...

Page 20: ...screw and power cord retainer screw 5 Remove temperature sensing bulb from bulb retainer in evaporator 6 Remove 3 screws securing control box top to chassis then slide box out left side of unit 7 Rem...

Page 21: ...8 Tilt CondenserAssembly out at top and lift and carefully rotate coil to the left to exposing Condenser Fan Blade 9 Using a long extension Philips screw driver remove 3 screws holding Fan Motor Assem...

Page 22: ...rotector 1 Remove outer case see Outer Case Removal 2 Remove nut securing terminal cover to compressor then lift terminal cover up and away from compressor 3 Disconnect overload protector leads 4 Lift...

Page 23: ...ssor Suction Discharge Conn_ _ NOTE Before opening any refrigeration system capture refrigerant in system for safe disposal To reduce risk of personal injury or property damage take necessary precauti...

Page 24: ...endi A 2003 Maytag Appliances Company 16022380 Rev 0 A 1...

Page 25: ...conditioner These general instructions apply to all models Section VII provides control operation information for each model After reading Sections Ithrough VI turn to Section VII and find the control...

Page 26: ...CTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for protection against possible shock hazards lfa two prong wall receptacle is encountered the customer is r...

Page 27: ...out storm windows To accommodate unit in window frame with storm window modify sill by adding wood strips to inner and outer sills This raises the unit and eliminates interference of storm window fram...

Page 28: ...500 23 000 5 100 5 500 6 000 6 400 6 800 7 200 7 600 8 000 8 400 8 900 9 300 9 700 10 100 10 600 11 000 11 400 11 600 12 300 13 100 13 900 14 700 15 600 4 5 400 5 900 6 400 6 900 7 400 7 900 8 400 8...

Page 29: ...100 17 100 19 700 28 800 18 400 21 000 30 100 1400 14 300 17 100 26 900 18 100 20 900 30 700 19 400 22 200 32 000 NORTH OR EAST OR WEST SHADED SOUTH t_i _ E _ t_ c 02 _ ___ Oo _z z o z o Required Air...

Page 30: ..._ __ _ gasket _ ____j _ _ _ I___ _ _ L foot _ _ external brace _ _ curtain attachment _ _ _ mounting screws _ external braces andtop rail screws __ left and right side curtains 10 mm drain elbow Model...

Page 31: ...itting work gloves when handling air conditioner or its parts WARNING To avoid risk of personal injury or death due to electrical shock Observe all local codes and ordinances Disconnect electrical pow...

Page 32: ...tely 6 long by 3 2 wide and same thickness as first strip in the center of the outer sill flush against the back off the inner sill This will raise basepan angle 4 If the distance between STORM WINDOW...

Page 33: ..._ BOTTOM GU DE Z I _ BASEPAN ANGLE f SASH GASKET INSTALL THE SASH GASKET NOT ADHESIVE BACKED AND SASH LOCK BASEPAN ANGLE SHORT SCREW Extend the side curtains to fill the window opening using 4 screws...

Page 34: ...ace for mounting air conditioner 1 1 2 _ Minimum _ Wood Srp I N D 0 0 R 1 2 Minimum 0 T U T D 0 i Storm Window 0R Frame Mobile home window installation Add wood strip at least 1 1 2 wide along entire...

Page 35: ...nt screw Screw location based on unit style Separate the outercase from the front with a putty knife at the catch points designated by the arrows Remove one screw securing basepan locking bracket Remo...

Page 36: ...raises unit and eliminates interference of storm window frame Storm window installation If storm window frame does not allow adequate clearance below sill 1 2 required remove storm window frame or cre...

Page 37: ...l Install outdoor supports on under side of outer case Mount outdoor supports as close to sill as possible CAUTION Use a hard wood block between the adjusting foot and the surface it may contact This...

Page 38: ...hing end into hole until it locks into position RETURN CHASSIS TO OUTER CASE Find someone to help you replace chassis in outer case Install basepan clip Replace front panel and grille Where possible i...

Page 39: ...141SRA AAC 182S RA AAC202SRA AAC242SRA Dimension A B C 14 1 2 21 7 1 2 17 22 1 2 10 5 8 17 22 1 2 10 5 8 18 1 8 26 1 2 10 5 8 19 1 8 28 1 8 11 5 16 19 1 8 28 1 8 11 5 16 19 1 8 28 1 8 11 5 16 Install...

Page 40: ...Virginia KMP FRONT GRILLE AND FILTER REMOVAL The front contains a removable air filter To clean the filter use one of the following methods Models AAC051FRA AAC071FRA AAC081SRB AAC051 FRB METHODONE G...

Page 41: ...FRA AA CO81SRB MODEL S AACO81SRA AAC I OI SRA AAC121SRA AAC141SRA AAC182SRA AAC202SRA AA C242SRA PA_I _ED Fan Control OFF Completely shuts off the unit To prevent blowing fuses wait three minutes afte...

Page 42: ...Compressor cycles on and off frequently MOUNTING SUPPORT Storm window frame has been installed into window NOT INSTALLED FROST ON INDOOR COIL Dirty air filter Normal for low outdoor temperatures Remov...

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Page 44: ...by Amana please call us _ CONSUMER INFORMATION LINE Amana Toll Free 1 800 843 0304 Not a technicalassistance linefor dealers Asure TMExtended Service Plan EXTENDED SEFr ICE PLAN For more information o...

Page 45: ...flood lighting or other conditions beyond the control of Amana Product is installed in a non Amana wall sleeve used with a non Amana outdoor grille or any other use which causes intake or discharge a...

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