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• Activate the Sabbath Mode.
To access the User Preferences menu, press and hold
the 

Door Alarm

pad for 

three

seconds.  When in the

User Preferences mode, a short title for the feature will
appear in the Freezer temperature display and the
feature status will appear in the Refrigerator display.  

1. Use the Freezer        and       control to scroll

through the features.  

2. When the desired feature is displayed, use the

Refrigerator        and        control to change the
status.

3. When changes are complete, press the 

Door Alarm

pad for 

three

seconds OR close the Refrigerator

door.

Temperature Display  (F_C)

Change the display to show temperatures in degrees
Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius.

Alarm  (AL)

When the Alarm mode is off, all audible alarms will be
disabled until the feature is turned on.

Auto Light Level Selection  (LL)  

This setting adjusts the light level at which the
dispenser light will illuminate when the sensor detects
that the light levels in the room are low.  Setting 1 is
the darkest light level setting, setting 9 is the brightest
light level setting.  

Important: 

The Auto Light must be

activated on the ice and water dispenser control to
take advantage of this option.

Sabbath Mode  (SAb)

When the Sabbath Mode is on, all control lights,
interior lights, and the night light will be disabled until
the feature is turned off. Press the 

Door Alarm

pad

for

three

seconds to restore the lights.

Warm Cabinet Surfaces

At times, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be
warm to the touch. This is a normal occurrence that
helps prevent moisture from condensing on the
cabinet. This condition will be more noticeable when
the refrigerator is first started, during hot weather and
after excessive or lengthy door openings.

Using the Controls

To Activate Continuous Light:

Press 

Light

pad again. The On indicator light will

illuminate.

To Deactivate Auto or Continuous Light:

Press the 

Light

pad a 

third

time. This will turn off the

dispenser and indicator light. 

Door Alarm

The Door Alarm feature will alert you when one
of the doors has been left open for
approximately three minutes. When this happens, the
Door Alarm light will flash and an audible alarm will
sound. 

To Activate:

Press the 

Door Alarm

pad 

once

. The Door Alarm

indicator light will illuminate.

To Deactivate:

Press the 

Door Alarm

pad 

once

. The indicator light will

go off.

To Turn Off the Audible Alarm:

Press the 

Door Alarm

pad 

once

or close the door.

Max Cool

The Max Cool feature is automatically
activated and the indicator light illuminates.
This feature provides the ability to cool down the
refrigerator and freezer after extended door openings
or when loading either compartment with warm food.
This feature causes the refrigerator and freezer
temperatures to drop to the minimum seetings on the
control. 

Important:

When the Max Cool feature is in

operation, the        and        pads for the Refrigerator
and Freezer controls will not operate. 

To Activate:

Press the 

Max Cool

pad 

once

. The Max Cool indicator

light will illuminate.

To Deactivate:

Press the 

Max Cool

pad 

once

. The indicator light will

go off.

Max Cool will deactivate automatically after 2 hours. 

User Preferences

Access the User Preferences menu to:

• Change the temperature display from °F to °C.
• Enable or disable audible alarms.
• Adjust the light level at which the Dispenser Auto

Light will illuminate when this feature is activated on
the ice and water dispenser.

Notes:

• Dispenser light will not activate during dispensing

while in Sabbath Mode.

• If the power fails, the control will remain in

Sabbath Mode when power returns.

Summary of Contents for AFD25BCZX Series

Page 1: ...includes but is not limited to the following Amana AFI2237AE AFI2538AE AFD25BCZX AFD25WBZX Service This manual is to be used by qualified appliance technicians only Maytag does not assume any responsi...

Page 2: ...AIRS WARNING To avoid risk of severe personal injury or death disconnect power before working servicing on appliance to avoid electrical shock To locate an authorized servicer please consult your tele...

Page 3: ...tem Diagnosis 27 Disassembly Procedures DoorRemoval Fresh Food Doors 30 Freezer Drawer 30 Refrigerator Compartment Upper Light Bulb Cover 30 Light Bulb Assembly 30 Light Bulb Sockets 30 Light Switches...

Page 4: ...ood compartment Large surface of evaporator allows heat to be absorbed from both fresh food and freezer compartments by airflow over evaporator coil causing some of the liquid to evaporate Temperature...

Page 5: ...1 Disconnect power to refrigerator 2 Discharge capacitor if present by shorting terminals through a resistor 3 Remove compressor leads and use an ohmmeter set on highest scale 4 Touch one lead to comp...

Page 6: ...ser It is very important that adequate air flow over condenser is maintained Condenser is air cooled by condenser fan motor If efficiency of heat transfer from condenser to surrounding air is impaired...

Page 7: ...l board testing to check operation of motor 2 If fan motor does not operate check for voltage at motor leads 3 Replace motor if power is present 4 Replace Control board if no power Ice Box fan motor I...

Page 8: ...frigerant Passing through suction line to compressor the refrigerant picks up superheat a relationship between pressure and temperature that assures complete vaporization of liquid refrigerant as the...

Page 9: ...erate check for voltage at damper 3 If no voltage at damper replace control board Auger Motor Auger motor is controlled by Dispenser switch Depressing dispenser switch activates Auger Motor Ice Box So...

Page 10: ...ester oil system Equipment must be exclusively used for HFC134a Exclusive use of equipment only applies to italic items Evacuation pump Check with vacuum pump supplier to verify equipment is compatibl...

Page 11: ...Run lead on test cord attaches to R terminal on compressor Service Procedures C R S Fuses Capacitor Compressor Switch To AC supply Attaching Capacitor for Compressor Test 5 Connect a known good capac...

Page 12: ...gerant leaks are best detected with halide or electronic leak detectors Testing Systems Containing a Refrigerant Charge 1 Stop unit operation turn refrigerator off 2 Holding leak detector exploring tu...

Page 13: ...han normal head pressure and wattage while low side is being pumped out Testing for Restrictions To determine if a restriction exists 1 Attach gauge and manifold between suction and discharge sides of...

Page 14: ...ll other valves and start vacuum pump Vacuum Pump 6 cm Copper Tubing Compressor Compressor Process Tube Charging Hose Thermistor Vacuum Gauge Low Side Gauge E Valve B D Valve High Side Gauge Charging...

Page 15: ...e 5 Start compressor and draw remaining refrigerant from charging hoses and manifold into compressor through compressor process tube 6 To check high side pinch off drier process tube Close valve D to...

Page 16: ...R0174075 1 4 O D X 18 length and part R0174076 5 16 O D X 24 length must be used when replacing tubing Avoid system contamination by using Towerdraw E610 evaporating oil part R0157532 when flaring sw...

Page 17: ...of 20 minutes after thermocouples are installed Turn control to colder to obtain required on time Wattage reading must be recorded in conjunction with temperature test to confirm proper operation Suc...

Page 18: ...Flow 20 22 25 cu ft Bottom Mount Refrigerant Flow Diagram EVAPORATOR COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE TUBE CONDENSER CAPILLARY TUBE SUCTION TUBE DRYER PRO CESS TUBE POST CONDENSER TUBE Note Capillary Tube and Suc...

Page 19: ...2006 Maytag Services 16026312 19 Cabinet Air Flow 20 22 25 cu ft Bottom Mount Cabinet Air Flow Diagram...

Page 20: ...20 16026312 2006 Maytag Services 20 22 25 cu ft Model Bottom Mount Machine Compartment Air Flow Diagram Machine Compartment Air Flow COMPRESSOR CONDENSER FAN ASSEMBLY CONDENSER DRIP PAN...

Page 21: ...penser 20 22 25 cu ft Model Bottom Mount Water Flow Diagram Water Line Water Inlet to Ice Maker Water Inlet to Dispenser Water Solenoid to Ice Maker Dispenser Water Tank to Ice Maker Dispenser Water S...

Page 22: ...22 16026312 2006 Maytag Services 20 22 25 cu ft Model Bottom Mount Water Flow Schematic Water Flow Schematic 1 4 O D PLASTIC TUBING 1 4...

Page 23: ...Sweat Pattern TOP Classification of Condensation 1 Haze or Fog 2 Beading 3 Beads or small drops 4 Drops running together Conditions after 4 hour Laboratory Sweat Test Ambient 90 dF Relative humidity 8...

Page 24: ...nsumer education Warm or hot foods placed in cabinet Consumer education Cold control set too warm Set control to colder setting Poor door seal Level cabinet Adjust hinges Replace gasket Refrigerator a...

Page 25: ...ystem Refrigerant overcharge Check for overcharge Evacuate and recharge system Unit runs continuously Air in system Check for low side leak Repair evacuate and recharge system Unit runs continuously T...

Page 26: ...som e com pressors do not require m otor capacitor Check capacitor for open short Replace if necessary NO TE Discharge capacitor before testing Faulty fan m otor Check fan m otor Replace if failed Re...

Page 27: ...st system the refrigerant will flood out and cause the suction line to frost or sweat The cause of this problem should be corrected rather than to purge refrigerant from the sytem Running the freezer...

Page 28: ...the system replace the drier filter evacuate and recharge with the specified refrigerant charge If the unit performs normally three possibilities exist 1 refrigerant loss 2 partially restricted drier...

Page 29: ...mbient temperature raises Refrigerators installed in ambient temperatures lower than 60 F will not perform as well because the pressures within the system are generally reduced and unbalanced This mea...

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Page 41: ...t Safety Instructions 1 2 Quick Reference Guide 3 Installation 4 9 Using the Controls 10 11 Ice And Water 12 13 Water Filter 14 15 Fresh Food Features 16 17 Freezer Features 18 Food Stor age T ips 19...

Page 42: ...adapter plug Power supply cord with three prong grounding plug Grounding type wall receptacle To reduce risk of injury or death follow basic precautions including the following Important Child entrapm...

Page 43: ...air instructions Do not attempt service if instructions are not understood or if they are beyond personal skill level 13 Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply before attempting any ser...

Page 44: ...f lights Use to lock all functions To activate press until green light illuminates To deactivate press and hold the pad for three seconds until green light turns off Use to select water Use to fill la...

Page 45: ...pace behind the machine compartment cover located in the rear for proper air circulation Subflooring or floor coverings i e carpet tile wood floors rugs may make your opening smaller than anticipated...

Page 46: ...efrigerator door from center hinge pin Remove door closure from center hinge pin on the right side and retain for later use right side door closure Note For refrigerators in operation shut off water b...

Page 47: ...ile holding refrigerator door upright tighten down top hinge with 5 16 hex head driver 4 Reconnect connector 5 Connect the waterline tubes firmly by pushing one waterline inside the other 6 Slide the...

Page 48: ...ront hook supports into slots located on inside of each slide Note All four drawer bracket supports must be in the proper slots for the drawer to function properly see inset for detail 3 Lower door fr...

Page 49: ...are inch without filter Do not use a self piercing or 3 16 saddle valve Both reduce water flow and can become clogged over time and may cause leaks if repair is attempted Tighten nuts by hand to preve...

Page 50: ...tion is secure Connect tubing to frame with water tubing clamp C Slide waterline into retainer then turn on water supply Check for leaks and correct if necessary Continue to observe the water supply c...

Page 51: ...large items that will not fit into the dispenser area i e sport bottles pitchers large pans coffee pots This feature allows added convenience of dispensing ice and water simultaneously To use choose...

Page 52: ...after excessive or lengthy door openings Using the Controls To Activate Continuous Light Press Light pad again The On indicator light will illuminate To Deactivate Auto or Continuous Light Press the L...

Page 53: ...onal flushing may be required in some households where water is of poor quality To Dispense Ice and Water Select Water or Cube ice mode by pushing button on dispenser control panel A green light above...

Page 54: ...quick chilling These items can cause the ice maker to malfunction Press the switch on the ice maker front to OFF when the water supply is to be shut off for several hours To avoid personal injury or...

Page 55: ...o sink and dispose in normal household trash 3 Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue with Initial Installation steps 2 through 3 The filter should be changed at least every 12 months Impor...

Page 56: ...s Taste and Odor Reduction Chlorine Taste Odor Mechanical Filtration Unit Particulate Reduction Class 1 Standard No 53 Health Effects Chemical Reduction Unit Lead Atrazine Lindane Benzene Carbofuran p...

Page 57: ...ompartment can be moved to different locations to accommodate storage needs To use the dairy center raise the cover To Remove Raise the cover push upward and pull out To Install Slide the dairy center...

Page 58: ...a shelf Bottles or cans can be laid crosswise or a single bottle may be laid in the center depression To Remove Drawer Lift lid Pull drawer out to full extension Tilt up front of drawer and pull strai...

Page 59: ...wer drawer and drawer removal To Remove Pull upper drawer out to full extension and lift out to remove To Install Slide upper drawer into freezer Make sure the large square holes along outer bin align...

Page 60: ...the mold itself Do not try to save individual cheese slices soft cheese cottage cheese cream sour cream or yogurt when mold appears Dairy Food For milk and cream store in the Beverage Chiller which is...

Page 61: ...6 months May become crumbly Not recommended 9 to 12 months 8 months cooked 6 months whole peeled Not recommended 6 months 1 month whole Not recommended 6 to 12 months STORAGE TIPS Wrap tightly or cove...

Page 62: ...ys 3 to 5 days 3 to 5 days 1 to 2 days 7 days 3 to 5 days 7 days FREEZER 8 to 10 months 8 to 10 months Not recommended 8 to 10 months Not recommended 12 months 9 months 2 to 6 months 1 month 3 to 4 mo...

Page 63: ...wers etc DO NOT USE Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach Concentrated detergents or solvents Metal or plastic textured scouring pads Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach Co...

Page 64: ...oid overcrowding refrigerator shelves Overcrowding reduces air circulation around food and causes refrigerator to run longer Avoid adding too much warm food to refrigerator at one time This overloads...

Page 65: ...osure The freezer light bulb is located at the top front of the freezer section Fresh food section upper front 1 Squeeze both sides of light shield in the open area while pulling downward to remove 2...

Page 66: ...harvests Preparing to Move Follow the above instructions for long vacations absences through step 7 Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent dama...

Page 67: ...le Condenser fan D makes this noise while operating Freezer fan C makes this noise while operating Freezer fan C slows to a stop as the freezer door is opened Evaporator E and heat exchanger F refrige...

Page 68: ...ng Plug in refrigerator See pages 10 and 11 to adjust controls Replace any blown fuses Check circuit breaker and reset if necessary Call local power company listing to report outage Unplug refrigerato...

Page 69: ...refrigerator or freezer temperature Evaluate your refrigerator s environment Refrigerator may need to be moved to run more efficiently Clean according to the chart on page 22 See pages 10 and 11 to ad...

Page 70: ...nsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection Water pressure must be between 35 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per squ...

Page 71: ...t to Celsius rather than Fahrenheit Confirm ice maker switch is ON See Automatic Ice Maker pages 12 13 See Connecting the Water Supply pages 8 9 Turn off water supply and remove kinks If kinks cannot...

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