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DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING                            

Amana Compact Washer   

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Section 2:

Diagnostics & 

Troubleshooting

This section provides diagnostic, fault codes, and 

troubleshooting information for the “Amana® Compact 

Washer.”  

 

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Control Panel

 

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Diagnostic Guide

 

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Manual Test Mode

 

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Spin Test

 

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Lid Switch Test

 

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UI/LED Test

 

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Manual Load Test

 

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Fault/Error Codes

 

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Troubleshooting Guide

 

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Notes

Summary of Contents for L-90

Page 1: ...L 90 SERVICE MANUAL AMANA COMPACT WASHER WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUB W10871034 NTC3500FW represents engineering versions...

Page 2: ...Installation Instructions provided with the washer GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The goal of this Service Manual is to provide information that will enable the In Home Service Professional to properly diagnose...

Page 3: ...G GUIDE 2 5 NOTES 2 8 SECTION 3 COMPONENT TESTING COMPONENT TESTING SAFETY INFORMATION 3 2 WIRING DIAGRAM 3 3 COMPONENT TESTING 3 4 TEST 1 UI CONTROL BOARD 3 4 UI CONTROL BOARD CONNECTORS PINOUTS 3 5...

Page 4: ...iv n Amana Compact Washer PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCES inside back cover...

Page 5: ...This section provides general safety parts and information for the Amana Compact Washer Washer Safety General Information Control Panel and Features Using the Dispensers Model Serial Number Location...

Page 6: ...hat can happen if the instructions are not followed Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always...

Page 7: ...sign that s long lasting and gentle on clothes Figure 2 Versatile Installation This compact washer is easy to use and fits just where you need it It helps you save space and has an optional stacking k...

Page 8: ...OFF Press POWER ON OFF to turn the washer on or off Press once while a cycle is running to stop the washer 1 Control Panel and Features 1 LED TIME STATUS DISPLAY The Estimated Time Remaining display...

Page 9: ...turn on the washer Figure 2 IMPORTANT Use only High Efficiency detergents The package will be marked HE or High Efficiency Low water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non HE detergent...

Page 10: ...Washer GENERAL INFORMATION Model Serial Number Label Tech Sheet Location Model Serial Number Label Location Tech Sheet Location Access Behind Rear Panel Figure 8 Model Serial Number Location Figure 9...

Page 11: ...BRAND N Amana ACCESS T Top Load PRODUCT C Compact Washer FEATURE SET 3500 1 5 Cu Ft Stainless Steel Tub YEAR OF INTRODUCTION F 2016 G 2017 COLOR CODE W White ENGINEERING CHANGE 0 Basic Release 1 Firs...

Page 12: ...Cold two inlets on back Portable Faucet Hookup Control Panel Electronic 7 Segment LED Display Drive System PSC Motor with Clutch Spin Speed Max 850 RPM Basket Material Stainless Steel Wash Action Impe...

Page 13: ...cs Troubleshooting This section provides diagnostic fault codes and troubleshooting information for the Amana Compact Washer Control Panel Diagnostic Guide Manual Test Mode Spin Test Lid Switch Test U...

Page 14: ...ime delay fuse is required For permanent installations make sure both hot and cold water faucets are open and water supply hoses are unobstructed Make sure drain hose is not sealed into drain pipe and...

Page 15: ...Activation of the Cold Water Valve Size of tub up drain Spin Activation of the Hot Water Valve Min Max water level frequency Clean Washer Activation of the lid lock solenoid lid will lock Release of...

Page 16: ...cycle See TEST 2 Water Valves on page 3 6 See TEST 3 Pressure Sensor on page 3 7 E2 Abnormal Drain This error code will appear if the washer fails to reach the reset level after draining the water Se...

Page 17: ...Lid Lock Assembly page 3 15 4 Check lid lock solenoid in Manual Load Test page 2 3 User Interface See Test 4 UI LED Test page 3 8 Control problem See Test 1 UI Control Board page 3 4 UI Won t Accept...

Page 18: ...trol Board page 3 4 Won t Agitate Lid not closed lid lock mechanism not functioning 1 Lid not closed due to interference 2 Lock not closed due to interference 3 See Test 8 Lid Lock Assembly page 3 15...

Page 19: ...e washer Make sure that drain hose is not sealed into drain and that there is an air gap for ventilation Draining slowly Check for drain hose obstructions Water pressure drop Results in longer fill ti...

Page 20: ...aucet adjust it so it is not fully open Squealing buzzing rattling during wash or rinse 1 Loose belt or pulley Adjust tighten or replace 2 Check for foreign objects underneath the impeller Squealing b...

Page 21: ...ing procedures and strip circuits for the Amana Compact Washer Testing Safety Information Wiring Diagram Component Testing TEST 1 UI Control Board TEST 2 Water Valves TEST 3 Pressure Sensor TEST 4 UI...

Page 22: ...een ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance Before removing the part from its package touch the anti static bag to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the applian...

Page 23: ...ER VALVE HOT COLD LID LOCK ASSEMBLY PRESSURE SENSOR OUT OF BALANCE SWITCH BU BK W W W W W BK W G W W Y Y W Y R R Y R Y Y W W R Y PK PK R R PK W W W V W W V W W W W W LBU V OR GY W GY BU BU BK BK BK R...

Page 24: ...coming and outgoing power to and from the UI User Interface Control Board This test assumes that proper voltage is present at the outlet 1 Unplug washer or disconnect power 2 Access the UI Control Boa...

Page 25: ...CN1 Power Cord CN1 3 Neutral CN1 2 Open CN1 1 L1 CN2 Motor and Capacitor CN2 1 Main Drive Motor Left CN2 2 Open CN2 3 Main Drive Motor Right CN3 Water Inlet Valves CN3 3 Water Inlet Valve Cold CN3 2 O...

Page 26: ...d Orange Light Blue Resistance should be 900 1 320 If resistance readings are tens of ohms outside of range replace the valve assembly and retest If resistance readings are within range reconnect the...

Page 27: ...6 Check to ensure hose is routed correctly in the lower cabinet and not pinched or crimped inside the console or by the back panel 7 Verify there is no water suds or debris in the hose or dome Discon...

Page 28: ...indicators 1 Unplug washer or disconnect power 2 Replace the UI Control Board assembly 3 Reassemble all parts and panels 4 Plug in washer or reconnect power 5 To verify repair perform the UI LED Test...

Page 29: ...t the drain pump interconnect If visual check passes go to step 8 If connection is loose reconnect and repeat step 2 8 With an ohmmeter check harness for continuity between the drain pump interconnect...

Page 30: ...ng CW rotation go to step 9 If 120 VAC is not present go to Test 1 UI Control Board page 3 4 9 Unplug washer or disconnect power If not already connect black probe to CN1 3 N red probe to CN2 3 CCW Wi...

Page 31: ...erminals of the capacitor connector Method A If your meter has a capacitance function the motor capacitor inductance should be between 28 5 31 5 F across the connector terminals If the inductance abov...

Page 32: ...0 VAC is cycling ON during SPIN go to step 8 If 120 VAC is not present go to Test 1 UI Control Board page 3 4 8 Unplug washer or disconnect power Remove connectors CN1 and CN4 from the main control Wi...

Page 33: ...the UI Control Board and perform the Manual Load Test on page 2 4 to verify repair Figure 3 Shifter Motor Brake Components View From Bottom Figure 2 Shifter Brake Components Back Panel View IMPORTANT...

Page 34: ...If there is continuity reconnect the terminal and continue to step 5 If there is no continuity replace the switch and retest 5 Next off set the tub until it contacts the switch arm a click should be h...

Page 35: ...own below across the following CN7 connector pinouts SWITCH RESISTANCE Component Resistance Unlocked Resistance Locked Contacts Lock Switch Open Circuit 0 W CN7 1 CN7 3 Lid Switch Lid Closed 0 W Lid O...

Page 36: ...3 16 n Amana Compact Washer TESTING COMPONENT Notes...

Page 37: ...semblies and component locations for the Amana Compact Washer Parts Assemblies Top Control Parts Parts Assemblies Cabinet Parts Parts Assemblies Basket Gear Parts Component Locations Washer Top Compon...

Page 38: ...ew 7 Switch Pressure 8 Clamp Hose 9 Hose Pressure Switch 10 Sleeve Hose 11 Screw 12 Machine Control Unit 13 Screw 14 Cover Control Upper 15 Cover Control Lower 16 Cover Rear 17 Housing Detergent Dispe...

Page 39: ...num Handle 13 Foil Aluminum Left Right Base 14 Handle 15 Plug Cabinet 16 Sound Absorber Cabinet 17 Clamp Hose 18 Hose Tub to Pump 19 Clamp Hose 20 Base 21 Screw 22 Pump Drain 23 Screw 24 Wheel Caster...

Page 40: ...Filter 9 Filter Lint 10 Screw 11 Hose Overflow 12 Suspension Damper Assembly Includes 3 standard 1 motor side 4 ball seats and 4 retainer pins 13 Tub 14 Bolt 15 Clamp Hose 16 Hose Pressure Switch 17...

Page 41: ...nent Locations WASHER TOP UNDER TOP PANEL UI Control Board Detergent Drawer Out of Balance Switch Lid Lock Assembly UI Control Board Lock Harness Lint Filter Impeller Bleach Dispenser Detergent Drawer...

Page 42: ...MPONENT ACCESS Component Locations Power Cord Water Inlet Valves BEHIND BACK PANEL Out of Balance Switch Tub Assembly Pressure Hose Pressure Dome Motor Shifter Drain Pump Connector Bundle Drain Hose S...

Page 43: ...CCESS Amana Compact Washer n 4 7 Component Locations TOP REAR COVER Air Vent Lid Assembly Off Balance Switch Water Inlet Valve Assembly Pressure Switch User Interface Cold Inlet Valve Hot Inlet Valve...

Page 44: ...4 8 n Amana Compact Washer COMPONENT ACCESS Notes...

Page 45: ...R READY TO IDENTIFY YOU AS AN AUTHORIZED IN HOME SERVICE PROFESSIONAL FOR LITERATURE ORDERS CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER PHONE 1 800 851 4605 FOR TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND SERVICE POINTERS www servicema...

Page 46: ...AMANA COMPACT WASHER WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUB W10871034...

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