Troubleshooting; Refrigerator Operation; Temperature And Moisture - Amana UKF8001AXX-200 Instructions D'installation

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The refrigerator will not operate
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong
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outlet.
Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is
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working.
Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
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Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician.Are controls on? Make sure
the refrigerator controls are on. See "Using the Control(s)."
New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for
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the refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting
will not cool either compartment more quickly.
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to
its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even
longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors
are opened often, or if the doors have been left open.
The refrigerator seems noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to
this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new
refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below
are listed some normal sounds with explanations.
Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice
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maker
Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize
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performance
Hissing/Rattling - flow of refrigerant, movement of water
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lines, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator
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Refrigerator Operation

Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater
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duringdefrost cycle
Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially
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during initial cool-down
Water running - may be heard when ice melts during the
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defrost cycle and water runs into the drain pan
Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from
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the ice maker mold.
The doors will not close completely
Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.
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Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the
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correct position
The doors are difficult to open
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and contact
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surfaces with mild soap and warm water. Rinse and dry with
soft cloth.

Temperature and Moisture

Temperature is too warm
New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for
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therefrigerator to cool completely.
Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows warm air to
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enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors
fully closed.
Large load of food added? Allow several hours for
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refrigerator to return to normal temperature.
Controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
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Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check temperature in
24 hours. See "Using the Control(s)."
There is interior moisture buildup
NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal.
Humid room? Contributes to moisture buildup.
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Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows humid air to
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enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors
fully closed.