Amana Refrigerator Repair – Alliance, OH (ARS9169AS)

Our team handled an Amana refrigerator service call in Alliance, OH today. The customer came home to find the GFCI outlet tripped, and now the outlet continues to trip when the refrigerator is plugged in. We identified a faulty defrost timer as the culprit.

The Problem

The customer reported that their refrigerator was serviced today, and after leaving home and returning, they found the GFCI outlet tripped. The outlet continues to trip when the refrigerator is plugged back in, even when trying other outlets.

Diagnosis

A tripping GFCI outlet when a refrigerator is plugged in typically indicates a ground fault or electrical short within the appliance. Our inspection revealed that the defrost timer was the source of the electrical issue, causing the safety circuit to activate and protect the home’s electrical system.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: R0131577 — defrost timer
• Work performed: Replaced the defrost timer
• Result: GFCI outlet no longer trips when refrigerator is connected

Is It Worth Repairing?

Amana refrigerators are reliable appliances that typically provide many years of service when properly maintained. A defrost timer replacement is a straightforward repair that addresses a specific electrical component failure. For most Amana units, this type of repair is cost-effective compared to replacement.

Maintenance Tips for Amana Refrigerators

• Test GFCI outlets monthly using the test and reset buttons to ensure proper electrical protection
• Keep the area around your refrigerator’s electrical connection dry and free from moisture
• Clean refrigerator coils every 6 months to reduce strain on electrical components like defrost timers

Appliance Repair in Alliance, OH

Alliance is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Canton, North Canton, and Hartville. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.