RS1500000 Revision 2 November 1999 - Upright Freezers Manual - Important Information

Oct 28, 2026

Service manual for Amana Upright Freezers, intended only for qualified appliance technicians familiar with required safety procedures and proper tools, parts, and testing instruments. It emphasizes reviewing all service information in the appropriate service manual before repairs and warns against attempting service by unauthorized individuals due to risks such as electrical shock. It includes consumer and servicer notices, safety symbol definitions (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION), model identifiers (e.g., ESU and ESUF series), and an extensive table of contents covering installation, operating instructions, care, and component testing procedures.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages52

Reading Time2 h 11 min

AccessFree to download

Important Information

Important Notices for Consumers and Servicers

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels

Model Identification

Installation Instructions

Unpacking

General

Location

Electrical Connection

Door Handle

Leveling

Test After Installation

General Instructions

Electrical Requirements

Asure® Extended Service Plan

Proper Disposal of your Freezer

Operating Instructions

Setting Controls

Temperature Control

Audible Alarm (Some models)

Features

Reversible Rack (some models)

Freezing Guide

Care and Cleaning

General

Adhesives

Door Gaskets

Odor Removal

Defrosting

Light Bulb (some models)

Energy Tips

Vacation Tips

Normal Operating Sounds

Before Calling For Service

Operating Sounds

Component Testing

Refrigeration System Test Procedures

Testing Main Condenser

Testing for Leaks

Electrical System

Compressor Electrical Tests

Testing Compressor Direct

Capacitor

Overload Protector

Testing Overload Protector

PTC Relay

Models and manufacturing numbers in this manual Service Upright Freezers 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. ESU12JW ESU15JW ESU17JW ESU20JW ESUF15JW ESUF17JW ESUF20JW ESU12JW ESU15JW ESU17JW ESU20JW ESUF15JW ESUF17JW ESUF20JWAU120KW AU120KW AU150KW AU150KW AU170KW AU170KW AU200KW AU200KW AUF150KW AUF150KW AUF170KW AUF170KW AUF200KW AUF200KW P1311101W P1311102W P1311103W P1311104W P1311105W P1311106W P1311107W P1179615W P1179616W P1179617W P1179618W P1179619W P1179620W P1179621W P1317701WW P1317714WW P1317702WW P1317715WW P1317703WW P1317716WW P1317704WW P1317717WW P1317705WW P1317718WW P1317706WW P1317719WW P1317707WW P1317720WW RS1500000 Revision 2 November 1999 Important Information Pride and workmanship go into every product to provide our customers with quality products. It is possible, however, that during its lifetime a product may require service. Products should be serviced only by a qualified service technician who is familiar with the safety procedures required in the repair and who is equipped with the proper tools, parts, testing instruments and the appropriate service manual. REVIEW ALL SERVICE INFORMATION IN THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE MANUAL BEFORE BEGINNING REPAIRS. Important Notices for Consumers and Servicers | | | --- | | ! WARNING | | To avoid risk of serious injury or death, repairs should not be attempted by an unauthorized personal, dangerous conditions (such as exposure to electrical shock) may result. | | CAUTION
! | | --- | | Amana will not be responsible for any injury or property damage from improper service procedures. If performing service on your own product, assume responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result. | To locate an authorized servicer, consult your telephone book or the dealer from whom you purchased this product. For further assistance, contact: 1 (800) 628-5782 first, if no answer call number listed below. CONSUMER AFFAIRSAMANA APPLIANCESAMANA, IOWA 52204 DEPT. OR CALL 1 (800) 843-0304 If outside the United States contact: AMANA ATTN: CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT AMANA, IOWA 52204, USA Telephone: (319) 622-5511 Facsimile: (319) 622-2180 TELEX: 4330076 AMANA CABLE: "AMANA", AMANA, IOWA, USA Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels ! DANGER DANGER- Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death. ! WARNING WARNING- Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death. ! CAUTION CAUTION- Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property damage. RS1500000 Rev 2 2 Table of Contents Important Information ................................................. 2 Model Identification .................................................... 4 Installation Instructions Unpacking ............................................................... 5 General ................................................................... 5 Location ................................................................... 5 Electrical Connection ............................................... 5 Door Handle ............................................................ 6 Leveling ................................................................... 6 Test After Installation ............................................... 6 General Instructions Electrical Requirements .......................................... 7 Asure􀂙 Extended Service Plan .............................. 7 Proper Disposal of your Freezer .............................. 7 Model Identification ................................................. 7 Operating Instructions Setting C

FAQs

Who is this manual intended for?

It is intended for qualified appliance technicians only. It requires familiarity with safety procedures for repair work and the proper tools, parts, and testing instruments.

What should technicians do before starting repairs?

Review all service information in the appropriate service manual before beginning repairs.

What risks are highlighted in the safety notices?

The notices warn that unauthorized or improper repairs can cause serious injury or death, including hazards such as exposure to electrical shock. Proper procedures are required to avoid injury or property damage.

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