Amana Appliance Repair Services

When your Amana appliances need professional attention, Sears Home Services offers reliable Amana repair service to ensure your appliances are restored to peak performance. With trained technicians who specialize in Amana products, you can trust their expertise to handle everything from dishwashers to refrigerators.

Amana Appliances We Service

We specialize in repairing major Amana home appliances, including:

• Refrigerators: Addressing issues like cooling problems, leaks, and unusual noises.
• Washers and Dryers: Fixing problems such as spinning issues, water drainage, and heating malfunctions.
• Ovens and Ranges: Repairing temperature inconsistencies, ignition problems, and faulty burners.
• Dishwashers: Resolving issues like poor cleaning performance, water leaks, and drainage problems.
• Microwaves: Handling problems such as non-heating, turntable issues, and display malfunctions.

Why Choose Sears Home Services

• Certified Technicians: Our team is trained to handle repairs for all major Amana appliance models.
• Prompt Service: We offer same-day and next-day appointments to get your appliances back in working order quickly.
• Satisfaction Guarantee: All our appliance repairs come with a satisfaction guarantee.
• Comprehensive Coverage: We serve customers nationwide, ensuring expert Amana appliance repair services are available in your area.

Amana Appliance Repair Guide

We've fixed just about every Amana appliance out there, from refrigerators and ranges to washers and dryers. These machines tend to be pretty straightforward compared to fancier brands, which makes them easier to diagnose and repair them when things go wrong. Here's our breakdown of common Amana problems and how to handle them.

Refrigerator Problems

When Amana fridges act up, we usually see a pattern of issues. Cooling problems top the list of complaints.

First, check those condenser coils - they're usually underneath the fridge or on the back and collect dust like crazy. Pull the fridge out (carefully!), unplug it, and vacuum those coils thoroughly. You wouldn't believe how many "broken" refrigerators start cooling properly after this simple cleaning.

The defrost system causes all kinds of headaches in Amana models. If you notice frost building up on the back wall of the freezer, you're often looking at a defrost system issue. The problem could be caused by a faulty electronic control board, defrost heater or thermostat. The defrost heater typically looks like a long aluminum tube attached to the bottom of the evaporator cooling fins. Testing needs a multimeter to check for continuity after unplugging the fridge.

Evaporator fan motors quit working and cause temperature problems. This fan circulates cold air from the freezer throughout the refrigerator. When it fails, the freezer might still get cold while the fridge section warms up. Listen for the fan running - it should make a steady humming sound. No sound or strange noises mean trouble.

Door gaskets leak cold air when they get old and brittle. Run your hand around the edge of the door while it's closed - feel any cold air escaping? The rubber seal should be flexible and make complete contact all the way around. Sometimes cleaning with mild soap fixes minor issues but cracked or permanently deformed gaskets need replacement.

Compressor start relay problems show up as clicking followed by a buzzing sound, then the compressor shuts off. That relay helps the compressor motor start up, and when it fails, the fridge goes through this frustrating cycle without ever cooling properly. It's a small plastic device connected to the side of the compressor, relatively cheap and easy to replace.

Schedule refrigerator repair when you’re unable to find the cause and fix an Amana fridge problem own.

Oven and Range Issues

Here are the top issues that we face when repairing Amana ovens and ranges:

Broken Oven Elements

Bake elements burn out eventually in every electric oven. If your Amana oven heats unevenly or not at all, look at the bottom element. You'll see obvious damage like blistering, sagging, or breaks in the element if it's bad. Replacement is straightforward - usually just two screws and electrical connections in the back. Always unplug the range or shut off house circuit breakers for the oven to disconnect electrical power before troubleshooting and/or repairing problems.

Gas Oven Ignition Failure

Ignition problems plague gas models. If you hear clicking but no flame appears, the igniter might be weak or the gas supply restricted. Most Amana gas ranges use a hot surface igniter that glows bright orange/white before the gas valve opens. If it glows but no gas flows, the igniter may be working but weak or the safety valve might be stuck. If it doesn't glow at all, the igniter often needs replacement.

Oven Not Heating Properly

Temperature sensors drift out of calibration over time. Your oven might run too hot or too cold even when set correctly. That thin metal probe at the back of the oven cavity reads temperature and can develop problems. Some models allow recalibration through the control panel - check your manual for instructions specific to your model.

Electronic Control Problems

Control boards fail from heat exposure and power surges. Symptoms include erratic operation, displays that partially work, or ovens that won't maintain temperature properly. Board replacement requires matching your exact model number and usually some disassembly of the control panel area.

Surface Burner Failures

Surface burners develop hot spots or fail completely. Electric coil burners just plug into a socket, making them easy to replace when they wear out. Smooth-top ranges have elements underneath the glass that are a bit more involved to access but still manageable for a DIY repair.

Oven Door Problems

Door hinges wear out and cause alignment problems. If your oven door doesn't close properly or drops suddenly when opened, the hinges have weakened. Replacement involves removing the door and some disassembly but can be done with basic tools and care.

Set up Amana range repair when you need to have your oven or stove fixed.

Amana Washing Machine Repair

Sears Home Services technicians face these common issues with Amana washers:

Common Amana Top-Load Washer Problems

Here are the most common top-load Amana washer failures and how to fix them.

Washer is Noisy or Shaking

There's an uncomfortable urgency to the sound of the washer banging against the dryer or walking across the laundry room floor. It's a noise that compels us to drop what we're doing and dash to the laundry room to try to calm the gyrating machine.

Here are top causes and solutions for a noisy or vibrating washer:

• The load is unbalanced. If you loaded the washer with heavier clothes on one side, or if they shift to one side of their own volition, the load becomes unbalanced. Unbalanced loads are especially common with large or bulky items, especially if the load is small. The solution is simple -- open the washer and redistribute the load.
• The leveling legs need to be adjusted. All four leveling legs should have full contact with the floor. To check, place your hands on the corners of the empty washer and rock it slightly side to side. If the washer rocks, adjust the legs following the directions in your owner's manual.
• Flooring under the washer is weak. Above-ground floor installations or pier-and-beam foundations may not offer adequate support for some washing machines, particularly washers with a high-speed spin. Securing a sheet of 3/4-inch plywood to the floor under the washer base sometimes resolves the excessive vibration.
• Something in the washer is broken. The problem might be that components that stabilize the washer have broken. Possibilities include suspension springs, balance rings, snubber pads and shock absorbers. Inspect these parts and replace any that are broken.

When you can’t find the cause of noise or fix the problem yourself, schedule a Sears Technician for Amana washer repair.

Washing Machine Won’t Start

If your Amana washer is getting power but doesn't start, the switch that senses whether the lid is shut or locked might have failed. A failed timer, main electronic control board, user interface board or motor control board can also prevent the washer from starting.

Washers with an electronic control system often signal an error code on the display when the washer won't start. If your washer display signals a code, use our washer error code charts to determine the cause of the code and fix the problem.

Vertical modular top-load washers signal a component problem in a unique way. This type of top-load washer locks the lid during the cycle because it spins the basket at a high rate of speed in the spin mode. A vertical modular top-load washer flashes the Lid Lock light instead of displaying a code when the washer won't start. Our How to troubleshoot flashing lid lock errors on a vertical modular washer video provides DIY tips on fixing your washer when you see the Lid Lock light flashing.

An Amana top-load, direct-drive washer uses an electro-mechanical timer to control washer functions, so it won't signal error codes. This type of washer doesn't lock the lid because it spins the basket at lower speeds than a vertical modular top-load washer. Instead, the direct-drive, top-load washer stops if you lift the lid. The wash cycle won't start if the direct-drive washer doesn't fill or the water-level pressure switch doesn't detect that the washer filled. Our Troubleshooting a direct-drive top-load washer that won't fill video shows you how to fix a direct-drive washer that isn’t filling:

As shown in the video, a failed water inlet valve assembly or bad water-level pressure switch can prevent a direct-drive, top-load washer from starting.

Amana Washer Won’t Spin

Many components come into play to drive the washer's spin basket, and a problem with any of them could prevent the washer from spinning.

For top-load, direct-drive washers (washers whose lid doesn't lock during the wash portion of the cycle), a bad clutch, worn clutch band or broken drive block could prevent the basket from spinning. A broken motor coupler, failed lid switch or bad timer could also prevent this type of washer from spinning.

On top-load, vertical modular washers (washers whose lid is always locked during the entire wash cycle), a failed shifter assembly or worn drive belt can prevent the washer from spinning the wash load. Watch our Troubleshooting a top-load washer that won't drain or spin video to see how to diagnose and fix a top-load washer that won't spin. That video provides solutions for spin problems on both types of top-load washers.

Water Won’t Drain

First check for a kink or clog in the drain hose or a backup in the house drain system. If the drain path is clear, the drain pump might have failed or a broken water-level pressure switch might not sense how much water is in the washer. A failed lid switch can also keep the washer from advancing to the drain and spin cycle in some top-load washing machines. A failed timer or problem with the drive motor can also prevent a top-load washer from draining.

Watch our Washer won't drain or spin video to see how to fix your washing machine when it won’t drain.

Common Amana Front-Load Washer Problems

Here are common problems that you may face when you have a front-load washer.

Bad Smell

Musty odor is the number one problems with front-load washers. These machines are tightly sealed around the door to prevent water leaks. The moist environment around the door boot seal quickly causes mold and mildew to form and start stinking up your laundry room. Fixing this issue is something that you can do yourself. Follow these steps to get rid of mildew and odor in your front-load washer:

1. Empty all garments from the washer.
2. Mix 3/4 cup of liquid chlorine bleach in 1 gallon of warm tap water.
3. Put on protective gloves and wipe the door boot seal area with the bleach solution. Be sure to wipe in between folds and thoroughly around the outer edge of the door boot. Let the solution stay on the boot for 5 minutes.
4. Rinse the area thoroughly with plain water.
5. Insert a washer cleaner tablet such as Affresh® into the washer and run a clean cycle or normal wash cycle using the hot water setting.
6. Clean out the drain pump filter as shown in your owner’s manual.

You can prevent washer mold from forming by doing the following:

• Leave the door slightly open when you're not doing laundry.
• Frequently check for small items, such as socks, that can get caught in the door seal. Pull back the seal and carefully inspect all areas. If a small item goes undetected, it becomes moldy.
• Always use high-efficiency (HE) laundry detergent. Regular detergents encourage mold buildup. They also generate more suds than the machine can handle.

The Control Panel Displays an Error Code

One of the benefits of a front load washer is that it typically uses an electronic control board that detects problems in the machine and displays a code on the control panel when failures occur. You can fix some problems yourself while other failures typically require you to schedule a service technician to fix the washer.

To see whether you can fix a failure indicated by an error code on your washer, look up the code on our Washer Error Code Charts and view the troubleshooting recommended to fix the problem. If the washer troubleshooting is beyond your level of expertise, call in the technician for Amana washer repair.

Dryer Issues

Amana dryers suffer from these common failures:

• No heat complaints top the list for Amana dryers. First check the obvious - make sure it's set to a heat setting, not air fluff. Then check your circuit breakers. Electric dryers need two separate 120V circuits combining for 240V total. Sometimes one trips while the other stays on, giving you a running dryer with no heat.
• Heating elements burn out after years of use. They're just coils of wire that heat up when electricity flows through them. Over time, they develop weak spots and break. Visual inspection usually shows obvious damage when they fail. Replacement requires some disassembly but isn't overly complicated.
• Thermal fuses blow when dryers overheat. This safety device prevents fires but doesn't reset itself once triggered. Nearly always caused by restricted airflow from lint buildup. Always check and clean the entire vent path from dryer to outside when replacing a thermal fuse. They're usually located on the heating element housing or the blower housing.
• Clogged vents cause endless problems and create fire hazards. Pull the vent hose off the back and run a cycle. If it suddenly works better, you've found your problem. Clean from both the dryer end and the outside vent cap. Consider replacing accordion-style flexible ducts with smooth metal ones that collect less lint.
• Belt breaks happen eventually. Signs include the drum not turning while the motor runs, often with a burning smell from the belt. Accessing the belt means opening the cabinet - usually by removing the top and front panels. Note exactly how the old one routes before removing it!
• Moisture sensors fail and cause automatic cycles to run too long or shut off too early. Those metal strips in the drum detect moisture in clothing. Clean them with alcohol on a cotton swab first - fabric softener residue often coats them and causes malfunction. If cleaning doesn't help, they might need replacement.

Dishwasher Problems

Cleaning Problems

Cleaning performance issues frustrate Amana dishwasher owners.

• Check spray arms first - they get clogged with food particles or mineral deposits. * Look for blocked holes and clean with a toothpick or small wire.
• Make sure they spin freely when pushed gently.

Pump Problems

Pump and motor problems show up as humming without proper water circulation, or strange noises during operation. Access usually means removing the lower spray arm and screen, then the pump cover underneath. Look for obvious blockages before assuming the worst.

Water Filling Issues

Filling issues trace back to either the water inlet valve or float mechanism. If no water enters at all, listen for a humming when the cycle starts. No sound means the valve isn't getting power or has failed completely. Too much water usually means the float is stuck or damaged. Look for a small plastic dome or cylinder in the tub bottom that moves up and down.

Detergent Dispenser Failures

Detergent dispensers stick closed or won't latch properly. Residue builds up around the spring mechanism or hinges. Thorough cleaning with warm water and an old toothbrush often fixes this. If parts are broken, the whole dispenser assembly usually needs replacement.

Water Leaks

Door leaks develop as gaskets age and warp. Inspect the rubber seal around the door for damage, food debris, or deformation. Clean thoroughly and check alignment. Sometimes adjusting the door latch mechanism improves the seal without parts replacement.

Electronic Component Failures

Control board problems cause erratic operation or complete failure. Power surges damage these components, as does moisture intrusion over time. Replacement boards need to match your exact model number. Not the cheapest repair, but still less than a new dishwasher.

When to Call Us

Some Amana appliance repairs go beyond typical DIY territory. Sealed refrigeration system problems - like refrigerant leaks, compressor replacement, or evaporator repairs - require specialized tools and EPA certification. These components contain refrigerant under pressure that needs proper handling.

Gas appliance safety components shouldn't be modified by untrained hands. If your gas range or dryer has problems with gas valves, pressure regulators, or safety systems, professional service ensures proper repair and prevents dangerous situations.

Electronic control systems sometimes need specialized diagnostic equipment. If you've tried basic troubleshooting without success, our techs have proper testing tools to pinpoint issues efficiently.

We repair all models of Amana appliances daily and stock parts for units dating back many years. When a repair goes beyond your comfort level, our technicians can handle it with the right tools and experience.

Remember - always disconnect power before attempting internal repairs and never defeat safety features. No repaired appliance is worth risking safety over. When in doubt, give us a call.