It’s common for reputed manufacturers to code the unit specifications into the model numbers. Amana doesn’t make an exception; the model number styles vary in size and efficiency. Below are details about Amana’s alphanumeric identification code (Model Number Nomenclature).
You will need the model number if your Amana air conditioner needs repairs or parts replacement.
Many parts are model-specific, making it crucial to identify the model number of your air conditioner whenever in need. Model numbers are typically located on a data plate or sticker. You will notice on the tag several numbers, which contain: the model number, serial number, tonnage, and airflow specifications.
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Where do you find the model number?
You will find the date plate on the side panel behind the front panel of the Amana air conditioner unit. It’s necessary to remove the front door to access the date plate; tools will be necessary for the removal. The data plate sticker is relatively small and you will need a flashlight to read the model number. You can contact an HVAC technician if this sounds like a lot of work.
How to read the Amana model number?
Examining the model number on the date plate will help you discover the nominal tonnage of the Amana HVAC system. Since Goodman makes Amana products, the most recent Amana models have a number format similar to the Goodman model number style. The 6th, 7th, and 88th digits will typically inform on the tonnage system.
Here are some examples:
- #APC1536H41** (Up to 15 SEER High-Efficiency Packaged Amana Air Conditioner, 2 – 5 Tons)
- #ACNF240516AA (Ceiling-Mount Amana Air Handler , 1½ – 2½ Tons)
To find out the tonnage from the Amana model number, you have to divide the BTUs by 12,000, which is the weight of one refrigeration ton. For instance, a unit with 48,000 BTUs has a tonnage of 4.
Types of serial numbers for Amana air conditioners
Finding and reading the model number is crucial when you need replacement parts for your Amana air conditioners. Amana has several types of serial numbers, so keep reading for the details:
10 Characters
Amana serial numbers or ids that consist of 10 characters include digits exclusively. The first and second digits are the years of manufacturing. The third and fourth digits inform the month of the manufacturer.
Let’s say your unit’s model number is 0108145321. With 0 and 1 as the first digits, the year is 01, which is 2001. The next two digits are 08, the manufacturer’s month. 0 and 8 combined give the month 08, which is August. So the month and year of the manufacturing are August 2001.
9 Characters
A serial number consisting of 9 characters resembles a lot to a serial number made of 10 characters in decoding. The nine-character model number only includes digits. Again, the first two digits inform on the year of the manufacture, whereas the following two digits inform on the month of the manufacture.
Let’s say that the model number on your air conditioner is 030330381. The first two digits are 0 and 3, which combined give 03. Therefore, the year of manufacture is 2003. The next two digits are 0 and 3. The third month of the year is March, so the air conditioner was made in March 2003.
8 Characters
You will notice seven digits and a hyphen when the serial number consists of 8 characters. Within this 8-characters serial number, you will notice a hyphen separating the first two digits from the five others. The first two digits inform the year of manufacture. If the serial number is 97-90491, here’s how you will read it:
9 and 7 are the first two digits that inform the manufacturing year. The two digits combined give 97, so the year of manufacture is 1997.
Reading your Amana air conditioner’s model number is much less complicated than you think. Next time you need to get a new part on your air conditioner, you can easily read your unit’s serial number.
Here’s a video on how to find the serial number on your central AC unit:
