How to Troubleshoot an Amana Refrigerator Light Bulb

Kitchen refrigerators have light bulbs that can go bad.

Refrigerators, such as those from Amana, have a light bulb that comes on each time the refrigerator door is opened. When the light bulb in your refrigerator is starting to fail or isn't functioning properly, you'll need to troubleshoot to find the cause of the problem. Problems with the light bulb include a flickering light or no light when the refrigerator door is opened.

Things You'll Need

• 40-watt light bulb

Instructions

Check the Switch

1. Open the refrigerator door, and verify that the switch for the light bulb is in the "on" position.

2. Examine the switch for the refrigerator to see if it is covered with food or other material that is causing it to stick. Clean the switch using a wash cloth and warm water.

3. Press, then release the switch for the light to see if the light comes on. Alternatively, you can close, then open the refrigerator door.

4. Hold the switch for the light for up to a minute to see if the bulb stays on or begins to flicker. If the bulb starts to flicker, the switch may be loose. Tighten the switch by turning it to the right.

Examine the Light Bulb

1. Unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet. This is a safety measure to prevent electrical shock.

2. Remove the shield that covers the bulb by sliding it toward the back of the refrigerator. This will release the shield from the light assembly.

3. Unscrew the light bulb, and take it out of the socket. Examine the bulb to see if the filament is discolored or black. This indicates a burned out bulb.

4. Insert a new 40-watt bulb into the socket. Plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet, and press the light switch to see if the light comes on. If the light comes on, the old bulb was burned out and can be discarded.

Tips & Warnings

• Wear gloves when examining the light bulb.

• If you touch the socket of the bulb with the refrigerator still plugged in, you may get injured by an electrical shock.

• Some refrigerator light shields are secured with screws that you will need to remove.

References

• OwnerIQ: Amana Owners Manual
• Amana: How do I replace the light bulb?