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Component testing information, Warning – Amana RS3100007 User Manual

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Component Testing Information

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WARNING

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to washer before servicing, unless
testing requires it.

RS3100007 Rev. 0

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Illustration

Component

Test Procedure

Results

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Pressure switch

Do not disconnect the pressure
hose from pressure switch to
perform measurements.
Measure resistance across the
following terminals on the pressure
switch:

Terminal 1 to 2
Terminal 1 to 3

Refer to wiring diagram/schematic for
correct contacts.

Continuity (no pressure)
Continuity (pressure)

Motor

Three types of motors

One speed
Two speed
Three speed

See following section “Internal Motor
Diagram and Schematic” for correct
wiring contacts.

Drain pump

Verify drain pump is not clogged or
damaged.

Remove clog and verify proper operation.

Replace drain pump if damaged.

Brake pad

If washtub does not stop spinning
within seven second after opening
loading door (no load).

If brake pads makes noises.

Replace all three brake pads.

Apply a thin layer of silicone on pads, see
Service Bulletin “ASQ

213

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Transmission
assembly

Two type of transmissions:
640 rpm
710 rpm

Externally identical, must be identified by
part number.

If transmission locks-up during agitate cyle,
replace.

Drive belt

Two type of drive belts:
640 rpm
710 rpm

There are two different types of
pulley sizes as well.

Refer to “Parts Manual”, to verify which
drive belt and pulley is required.

Lid switch

SPST

Disconnect wire terminals from
switch.
Test terminals with switch closed.
Test terminals with switch open.

Continuity

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Infinite

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