RS3100007Revision 0October 1999
Top Load Washer
Service
Service Manual forAmana
®
This manual is to be used by qualified appliancetechnicians only. Amana does not assume anyresponsibility for property damage or personalinjury for improper service procedures done byan unqualified person.
This Base Manual coversnew double front panel series,Top Load Wash Machines.Refer to individual Technical Sheetfor specific information on models.
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RS3100007 Rev. 02Important Information...................................................3Important Safety Information........................................4General InformationProper Grounding and Polarization of120 Volts Wall Outlets............................................5Grounding Instructions..............................................5General Operation Definition.....................................6Component Testing Information...................................7Internal Motor Diagram and Schematic........................9Troubleshooting ProceduresNo hot water............................................................12No cold water..........................................................12No warm water........................................................12Water fill does not stop at proper level....................13Timer does not advance..........................................13Motor does not operate...........................................13Washer smokes, overheats, and cycles onprotector or switch actuator kicks in and out........14No agitation.............................................................14Constant agitation...................................................14Slow spin or no spin................................................15Constant spin..........................................................15Washer stops in middle of cycle or quits aftera couple loads–intermittent..................................15Washer locks-up or binding....................................16Outer tub does not empty........................................16Excessive vibration.................................................16Water leaking from outer tub...................................16Disassembly ProceduresControl Hood Assembly..........................................17Control Hood End Panels........................................17Electronic Control....................................................17Timer.......................................................................17Temperature and Speed Switch..............................18Pressure Switch......................................................19Rocker Switch.........................................................19Graphic Panel.........................................................19Loading Door..........................................................19Agitator....................................................................20Agitator, Drive Bell and Seal Assembly...................20Installing Drive Bell..................................................21Service Access Panel.............................................22Front Panel.............................................................22Motor and Mounting Bracket...................................22Pump and Belt Removal.........................................23Reassembly of Pump and Belt................................23Motor Disassembly.................................................24Idler lever and Pulley...............................................24Motor Drive Belt......................................................24Motor Switch...........................................................24Cabinet Top.............................................................25Door Switch.............................................................25Mixing Valve............................................................25Tub Cover and Gasket............................................26Washtub and Balance Ring.....................................26Outer Tub................................................................26Drive Pulley, Helix and Brake..................................27Weldment and Bearing Assembly...........................28Transmission Assembly..........................................29Upper Bearing Assembly........................................29Friction Ring............................................................29Appendix AInstallation Instructions (New Graphics).................A-2Appendix BOwner's Manual (New Graphics)...........................B-2Appendix COwner's Manual (Old Graphics).............................C-2Amana Appliances Inc. • 2800 220thTrail • Amana, Iowa • 52204 • Printed in the U.S.A.
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3RS3100007 Rev. 0Pride 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 qualifiedservice technician who is familiar with the safety procedures required in the repair and who is equipped with theproper tools, parts, testing instruments and the appropriate service manual.
REVIEW ALL SERVICE INFORMATIONIN 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 personnel, dangerousconditions (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 performingservice on your own product, assume responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result.To locate an authorized servicer, please consult your telephone book or the dealer from whom you purchased thisproduct. For further assistance, please contact:CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT.
OR
1-319-622-5511 or (1-800-843-0304)AMANA APPLIANCES, INC.
CALL
and ask forAMANA, IOWA 52204Consumer AffairsIf outside the United States contact:AMANAATTN: CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPTAMANA, IOWA 52204, USATelephone:(319) 622-5511Facsimile:(319) 622-2180TELEX: 4330076 AMANACABLE: "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 propertydamage.
Important Information
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