Amana
Upright Freezer

Model #S23 Official Amana upright freezer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Amana S23 upright freezer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Error Codes

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    GRAMMET, SCREW#107

    Door assembly (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Grammet, screw

    Part #A0288701

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Speed Nut

    #NI

    All parts Diagram

    Speed nut

    Part #A0284901

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    ALUMINUM WASHER, DESSERT DOOR MFG., 7/32 I.D. X 1 1/2" O#64

    Door assembly (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Aluminum washer, dessert door mfg., 7/32 i.d. x 1 1/2" o

    Part #A0310201

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    GROMMET, LATCH BR@CKMT MFG.#80A

    Door assembly (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Grommet, latch br@ckmt mfg.

    Part #A0364601

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    LATCH STRIKE ASSEMBLY#49

    (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Latch strike assembly

    Part #A0365401

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Dial Pointer#33B

    (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Dial pointer

    Part #B0486401

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    SCREW, LINER TO CABINET MTG. 1/4-14 X 1 1/8" HEX. HD.#7

    (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Screw, liner to cabinet mtg. 1/4-14 x 1 1/8" hex. hd.

    Part #A0381901

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    SEMS FASTENER BOLT, METAL & THERMAL SPACER MTG. 1/4-20 N#134A

    Door assembly (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Sems fastener bolt, metal & thermal spacer mtg. 1/4-20 n

    Part #A0285001

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    BRACKET LATCH MECHANISM MFG.#74

    Door assembly (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Bracket latch mechanism mfg.

    Part #B0511801

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    PLUG BUTTON, DOOR LINER#146

    Door assembly (16) (20) (25c) (25sc) Diagram

    Plug button, door liner

    Part #A0292802

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

    Symptoms common to all freestanding freezers

    Choose a symptom to see related freezer repairs.

    Main causes: burned out light bulb, bad door or lid switch, faulty LED light board, wiring failure, control system failure
    Main causes: lack of power, bad compressor, refrigerant leak, bad thermistor, defrost system failure, dirty condenser coils, control failure
    Main causes: leaky door or lid gasket, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, defrost control failure, faulty compressor
    Main causes: compressor failure, no refrigerant, faulty sensor, control failure, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat
    Main causes: excessive frost, bad defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal, control system failure, low refrigerant charge, compressor problems
    Main causes: damaged door or lid gasket, cracked cabinet liner, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, bad defrost timer
    Main causes: lack of power, control system failure, broken compressor start relay, locked up compressor, compressor motor failure
    Main causes: dirty condenser coils, condenser fan failure, dirty bottom front grill, leaky door or lid gasket

    Repair guides for upright freezers

    February 20, 2015
    By Lyle Weischwill
    How to replace a freezer control panel

    A freezer control panel that doesn’t show the temperature or respond when you press the buttons could be broken. This DIY repair guide and video show how to replace a freezer control panel in less than 15 minutes.

    Repair difficulty
    Time required
     15 minutes or less
    February 20, 2015
    By Lyle Weischwill
    How to replace a freezer door switch

    When the door switch fails, the freezer can’t detect that the door is closed. Follow the steps in this repair guide to replace a defective freezer door switch.

    Repair difficulty
    Time required
     15 minutes or less
    February 20, 2015
    By Lyle Weischwill
    How to replace a freezer thermistor

    When the thermistor can’t sense the freezer temperature, the freezer is colder or warmer than the set temperature. Follow these step-by-step instructions to replace a defective freezer thermistor.

    Repair difficulty
    Time required
     45 minutes or less

    Articles and videos common to all freestanding freezers

    Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your freezer.

    August 5, 2022

    Introducing new technical repair content that we’re developing for the Sears Technical Institute

    By Lyle Weischwill

    Learn about Sears Technical Institute and the advanced technical content being developed for aspiring appliance techs.

    April 12, 2021

    7 tips to prevent freezer burn

    By Lyle Weischwill

    See how you can save frozen food from freezer burn.

    December 15, 2014

    5 tips for finding food in the freezer faster

    By Lyle Weischwill

    Don't get chapped hands digging through the icy depths. Get organized! Here's how.