Sharp R-231NW User manual

R-231NW
6 Pan
COCCIONRECALENTAR
1 Caserola
2 Sopa
3 Pizza
4 Bebida
5 Plato Principal
Derretir Suavizar Calentar
Function Rapida
Cronometro
Reloj
Nivel de
Potencia
Comienzo
Detencion
Cancelacion
1 Papa Asada
2 Verdura Fresca
3 Verdura Congelada
4 Entradas Congeladas
Minuto Extra
DescongelacionPalomitas de Maiz
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND
DURING SERVICING TO AVOID EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
BEFORE SERVICING
CHAPTER 1. WARNING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL
CHAPTER 2. MICROWAVE MEASUREMENT PRO-
CEDURE
CHAPTER 3. FOREWORD AND WARNING
CHAPTER 4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
CHAPTER 5. GENERAL INFORMATION
CHAPTER 6. OPERATION
S3911R231NPAL
MICROWAVE OVEN
R-231NW
In the interests of user-safety the oven should be restored
to its original condition and only parts identical to those
speci?ed should be used.
WARNING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL: Microwave ovens
contain circuitry capable of producing very high voltage
and current, contact with following parts may result in a se-
vere, possibly fatal, electrical shock. (High Voltage Capaci-
tor, High Voltage Power Transformer, Magnetron, High
Voltage Rectifier Assembly, High Voltage Harness etc..)
SERVICE MANUAL
This document has been published to be used for after sales service only.
The contents are subject to change without notice.
CHAPTER 7. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CHAPTER 8. TEST PROCEDURES
CHAPTER 9. TOUCH CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY
CHAPTER 10. PRECAUTIONS FOR USING LEAD-
FREE SOLDER
CHAPTER 11. COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
CHAPTER 12. CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS
Parts Guide
MODEL
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PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE
AND DURING SERVICING TO AVOID EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
BEFORE SERVICING
CHAPTER 1. WARNING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL
[1] Before Servicing ...........................................1-1
[2] When the testing is completed ....................1-1
[3] After repairing..............................................1-1
CHAPTER 2. MICROWAVE MEASUREMENT
PROCEDURE
[1] Requirements: ..............................................2-1
[2] Preparation for testing: ................................2-1
[3] Leakage test:...............................................2-1
CHAPTER 3. FOREWORD AND WARNING
[1]
FOREWORD ................................................3-1
[2] WARNING ...................................................3-1
[3] DANGER .....................................................3-1
CHAPTER 4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
[1] SPECIFICATIONS.......................................4-1
CHAPTER 5. GENERAL INFORMATION
[1] GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ..................5-1
[2] OVEN DIAGRAM.........................................5-1
CHAPTER 6. OPERATION
[1] DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SE-
QUENCE .....................................................6-1
[2] OVEN SCHENATIC.....................................6-2
[3] DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTION OF
COMPONENTS...........................................6-3
CHAPTER 7. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
[1] TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ...................7-1
CHAPTER 8. TEST PROCEDURES
[1] A: MAGNETRON ASSEMBLY TEST... ........8-1
[2] B: POWER TRANSFORMER TEST............8-1
[3] C: HIGH VOLTAGE RECTIFIER TEST .......8-1
[4] D: HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR TEST......8-2
[5] E: THERMAL CUT-OUT (OVEN ) TEST......8-2
[6] E: TEMPERATURE FUSE (OVEN)
TEST ...........................................................8-2
[7] F: SECONDARY INTERLOCK SWITCH
TEST ...........................................................8-2
[8] F: PRIMARY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
TEST ...........................................................8-3
[9] G: MOTOR SWITCH TEST .........................8-3
[10] H: BLOWN MINITOR FUSE TEST..............8-4
[11] I: NOISE FILTER TEST ...............................8-4
[12] J: TOUCH CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY
TEST ...........................................................8-4
CONTENTS
[13] K: KEY UNIT TEST ..................................... 8-5
[14] L: RELAY TEST .......................................... 8-6
[15] M: DEFROST TEST ................................... 8-6
[16] N: FOIL PATTERN ON THE PRINTED
WIRING BOARD TEST .............................. 8-6
CHAPTER 9. TOUCH CONTROL UNIT ASSEMBLY
[1] OUTLINE OF TOUCH CONTROL UNIT ....... 9-1
[2] DESCRIPTION OF LSI ................................ 9-1
[3] SERVICING FOR TOUCH CONTROL
PANEL ......................................................... 9-3
CHAPTER 10. PRECAUTIONS FOR USING LEAD-
FREE SOLDER
[1] Employing lead-free solder ...........................10-1
[2]
Using lead-free wire solder ...........................10-1
[3] Soldering .....................................................10-1
CHAPTER 11. COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
[1] WARNING ...................................................11-1
[2] OUTER CASE REMOVAL...........................11-2
[3] MAGNETRON REMOVAL...........................11-2
[4] HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS REMOVAL
(HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR AND HIGH
VOLTAGE RECTIFIER ASSEMBLY) ...........11-2
[5] POWER TRANSFORMER REMOVAL........11-2
[6] POSITIVE LOCK CONNECTOR (NO-
CASE TYPE) REMOVAL.............................11-3
[7]
CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY REMOVAL ..11-3
[8] GRAPHIC SHEET AND MEMBRANE
SWITCH REPLACEMENT ..........................11-3
[9] POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT...11-4
[10] TURNTABLE MOTOR REMOVAL...............11-4
[11] COOLING FAN MOTOR REMOVAL ...........11-4
[12] DOOR SENSING SWITCH/SECONDARY
INTERLOCK SWITCH AND MONITOR
SWITCH REMOVAL ....................................11-5
[13] DOOR SENSING SWITCH/SECONDARY
INTERLOCK SWITCH AND MONITOR
SWITCH ADJUSTMENT .............................11-5
[14] DOOR REPLACEMENT..............................11-6
CHAPTER 12. CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS
[1] Pictorial Diagram (Figure S-1).....................12-1
[2] Control Panel Circuit (Figure S-2) ...............12-2
[3] Printed Wiring Board (Figure S-3) ...............12-3
Parts Guide
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R230KW
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICING TO AVOID
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
BEFOR SERVICING
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND
DURING SERVICING TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not operate or allow the oven to be operated with the door open.
(b) Make the following safety checks on all ovens to be serviced before activating the magnetron or other
microwave source, and make repairs as necessary: (1) interlock operation, (2) proper door closing, (3)
seal and sealing surfaces (arcing, wear, and other damage), (4) damage to or loosening of hinges and
latches, (5) evidence of dropping or abuse.
(c) Before turning on microwave power for any service test or inspection within the microwave generating
compartments, check the magnetron, wave guide or transmission line, and cavity for proper alignment,
integrity, and connections.
(d) Any defective or misadjusted components in the interlock, monitor, door seal, and microwave
generation and transmission systems shall be repaired, replaced, or adjusted by procedures described
in this manual before the oven is released to the owner.
(e) A microwave leakage check to verify compliance with the Federal Performance Standard should be
performed on each oven prior to release to the owner.
BEFORE SERVICING
Before servicing an operative unit, perform a microwave emission check as per the Microwave
Measurement Procedure outlined in this service manual.
If microwave emissions level is in excess of the specified limit, contact SHARP ELECTRONICS
CORPORATION immediately @1-800-237-4277.
If the unit operates with the door open, service person should 1) tell the user not to operate the oven
and 2) contact SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION and Food and Drug Administration's
Center for Devices and Radiological Health immediately.
Service personnel should inform SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION of any certified unit found
with emissions in excess of 4mW/cm . The owner of the unit should be instructed not to use the unit
until the oven has been brought into compliance.
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[1] Before Servicing
CHAPTER 1. WARNING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL
Microwave ovens contain circuitry capable of producing very high voltage and current, contact with following parts may result in a
severe, possibly fatal, electrical shock.
(Example)
High Voltage Capacitor, High Voltage Power Transformer, Magnetron, High Voltage Rectifier Assembly, High Voltage Harness etc..
Read the Service Manual carefully and follow all instructions.
Don't Touch !
Danger High Voltage
1. Disconnect the power supply cord , and then remove outer
case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCHARGE THE
HIGHVOLTAGE CAPACITOR BEFORE SERVICING.
The high-voltage capacitor remains charged about 60 seconds
after the oven has been switched off. Wait for 60 seconds and
then shortcircuit the connection of the high-voltage capacitor
(that is the connecting lead of the high-voltage rectifier) against
the chassis with the use of an insulated screwdriver.
Whenever troubleshooting is performed the power supply must
be disconnected. It may, in some cases, be necessary to con-
nect the power supply after the outer case has been removed,
in this event,
1) Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Disconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5) Ensure that the leads remain isolated from other components
and oven chassis by using insulation tape.
6) After that procedure, reconnect the power supply cord.
[2] When the testing is completed,
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Reconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
6.
Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
7. Run the oven and check all functions.
[3] After repairing
1. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
2. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
3. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
4. Run the oven and check all functions.
Microwave ovens should not be run empty. To test for the pres-
ence o microwave energy within a cavity, place a cup of cold
water on the oven turntable, close the door and set the power
to HIGH and set the microwave timer for two (2) minutes. When
the two minutes has elapsed (timer at zero) carefully check that
the water is now hot. If the water remains cold carry out Before
Servicing procedure and re-examine the connections to the
component being tested.
When all service work is completed and the oven is fully as-
sembled, the microwave power output should be checked and
microwave leakage test should be carried out.
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CHAPTER 2. MICROWAVE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
[1] Requirements:
1. Microwave leakage limit (Power density limit): The power density of microwave radiation emitted by a microwave oven should not
exceed 1mW/cm2at any point 5cm or more from the external surface of the oven, measured prior to acquisition by a purchaser,
and thereafter (through the useful life of the oven), 5 mW/cm2at any point 5cm or more from the external surface of the oven.
2. Safety interlock switches: Primary interlock relay and door sensing switch shall prevent microwave radiation emission in excess of
the requirement as above mentioned, secondary interlock switch shall prevent microwave radiation emission in excess of 5 mW/
cm2at any point 5cm or more from the external surface of the oven.
[2] Preparation for testing:
Before beginning the actual measurement of leakage, proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the actual instrument is operating normally as specified in its instruction booklet.
Important:
Survey instruments that comply with the requirement for instrumentation as prescribed by the performance standard for microwave
ovens, 21 CFR 1030.10(c)(3)(i), must be used for testing.
2. Place the oven tray in the oven cavity.
3. Place the load of 275±5 ml (9.8 oz) of tap water initially at 20±5°C (68?F) in the center of the oven cavity.
The water container shall be a low form of 600 ml (20 oz) beaker with an inside diameter of approx. 8.5 cm (3-1/2 in.) and made of
an electrically nonconductive material such as glass or plastic.
The placing of this standard load in the oven is important not only to protect the oven, but also to insure that any leakage is meas
ured accurately.
4. Set the cooking control on Full Power Cooking Mode
5. Close the door and select a cook cycle of several minutes. If the water begins to boil before the survey is completed, replace it with
275 ml of cool water.
[3] Leakage test:
Closed-door leakage test (microwave measurement)
1. Grasp the probe of the survey instrument and hold it perpendicular to the gap between the door and the body of the oven.
2. Move the probe slowly, not faster than 1 in./sec. (2.5 cm/sec.) along the gap, watching for the maximum indication on the meter.
3. Check for leakage at the door screen, sheet metal seams and other accessible positions where the continuity of the metal has
been breached (eg., around the switches, indicator, and vents).
While testing for leakage around the door pull the door away from the front of the oven as far as is permitted by the closed latch
assembly.
4. Measure carefully at the point of highest leakage and make sure that the highest leakage is no greater than 4mW/cm2, and that
the secondary interlock switch and the primary interlock relay do turn the oven OFF before any door movement.
NOTE: After servicing, record data on service invoice and microwave leakage report.
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CHAPTER 3. FOREWORD AND WARNING
[1] FOREWORD
This Manual has been prepared to provide Sharp Electronics Corp. Service Personnel with Operation and Service Information for the
SHARP MICROWAVE OVENS, R-230KK and R-230KW.
It is recommended that service personnel carefully study the entire text of this manual so that they will be qualified to render satisfac-
tory customer service.
Check the interlock switches and the door seal carefully. Special attention should be given to avoid electrical shock and microwave
radiation hazard.
[2] WARNING
Never operate the oven until the following points are ensured.
(A) The door is tightly closed.
(B) The door brackets and hinges are not defective.
(C) The door packing is not damaged.
(D) The door is not deformed or warped.
(E) There is not any other visible damage with the oven.
Servicing and repair work must be carried out only by trained service personnel.
[3] DANGER
Certain initial parts are intentionally not grounded and present a risk of electrical shock only during servicing. Service personnel - Do
not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized;
High Voltage Capacitor, Power Transformer, Magnetron, High Voltage Rectifier Assembly, High Voltage Harness;
If provided, Vent Hood, Fan assembly, Cooling Fan Motor.
All the parts marked “S” on parts list are used at voltages more than 250V.
Removal of the outer wrap gives access to voltage above 250V.
All the parts marked “*” on parts list may cause undue microwave exposure, by themselves, or when they are damaged, loosened or
removed.
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NOITPIRCSEDMETI
Power Requirements
120 Volts
60 Hertz
Single phase, 3 wire grounded
Power Consumption 1170W / Approx. 10 Amperes
Power Output 800 W nominal of RF microwave energy (IEC Test procedure)
Operating frequency 2450 MHz
Case Dimensions
Width 18-1/8” (460mm)
Height 10-7/8” (275mm)
Depth 14-1/8” (370mm)
Cooking Cavity Dimensions
(0.8 Cubic feet)
Width 12-1/2” (319mm)
Height 8” (215mm)
Depth 13-1/4” (336mm)
NOTE: Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum
width, depth and height. Actual capacity for holding food is
less.
Control Complement
Touch Control System
Clock (1:00 - 12:59)
Timer (0 - 99 minutes 99 seconds)
Microwave Power for Variable Cooking
Repetition Rate;
P-HI -------------------- Full power throughout the cooking time
P-90 -------------------- approx. 90% of FULL Power
P-80 -------------------- approx. 80% of FULL Power
P-70 -------------------- approx. 70% of FULL Power
P-60 -------------------- approx. 60% of FULL Power
P-50 -------------------- approx. 50% of FULL Power
P-40 -------------------- approx. 30% of FULL Power
P-30 -------------------- approx. 40% of FULL Power
P-20 -------------------- approx. 20% of FULL Power
P-10 -------------------- approx. 10% of FULL Power
P-0 ---------------------- No power throughout the cooking time
“Palomitas de Maíz” pad
“Descongelación” pad
Number selection pads
“Nivel de Potencia” pad
“Cronómetro / Reloj” pad
“Detencion / Cancelacion” pad
“Comienzo / Minuto Extra” pad
“Functión Rápida” pad
“Derretir” pad
“Suavizar” pad
“Calentar” pad
“RECALENTAR” pad
“COCCIÓN” pad
Oven Cavity Light Yes
CHAPTER 4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
[1] SPECIFICATIONS
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CHAPTER 5. GENERAL INFORMATION
[1] GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This oven is equipped with a three prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.
In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Electrical Requirements
The electrical requirements are a 115 -120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amp. fused electrical supply.
It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. When
installing this appliance, observe all applicable codes and ordinances. A short power-
supply cord is provided to reduce risks of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord. Where a twopronged wall-receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility
and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have it replaced with
a properly grounded threepronged wall receptacle or have a grounding adapter properly
grounded and polarized. If the extension cord must be used, it should be a 3-wire, 15 amp.
or higher rated cord. Do not drape over a countertop or table where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over accidentally.
CAUTION: DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE ROUND
GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG.
3-Pronged
Plug
Grounded
Receptacle Box
Grounding Pin
3-Pronged Receptacle
[2] OVEN DIAGRAM
1. OVEN
1. Door open button
Push to open door.
2. Oven door with see-through window
3. Safety door latches
The oven will not operate unless the door is
securely closed.
4. Door hinges
5. Door seals and sealing surfaces
6. Turntable motor shaft
7. Removable turntable support
Carefully place the turntable support in the
center of the oven floor.
8. Removable turntable
Place the turntable securely on the turntable support. The turntable will rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. Only remove for
cleaning.
9. Ventilation openings (Rear)
10. Oven light
It will light when oven is operating.
11. Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE.
12. Auto-Touch control panel
13. Time display: 99 minutes, 99 seconds
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2. TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
NOTE: Some one-touch cooking features such as “MINUTE PLUS” are disabled after three minutes when the oven is not in use.
These features are automatically enabled when the door is opened and closed or the STOP/ CLEAR pad is pressed.
6 Pan
COCCIONRECALENTAR
1 Caserola
2 Sopa
3 Pizza
4 Bebida
5 Plato Principal
Derretir Suavizar Calentar
Function Rapida
Cronometro
Reloj
Nivel de
Potencia
Comienzo
Detencion
Cancelacion
1 Papa Asada
2 Verdura Fresca
3 Verdura Congelada
4 Entradas Congeladas
Minuto Extra
Descongelacion
Palomitas de Maiz
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CHAPTER 6. OPERATION
[1] DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SEQUENCE
The following is a description of component functions during
oven operation.
1. OFF CONDITION
Closing the door activates door sensing switch and secondary
interlock switch. (In this condition, the monitor switch contacts
are opened.)
When oven is plugged in, 120 volts A.C. is supplied to the
control unit. through the noise filter (Figure O-1).
1) The display will show flashing “88:88”.
2)
To set any program or set the clock, touch the STOP/CLEAR pad.
The display will clear, and “ : “ will appear.
2. COOKING CONDITION
Program desired cooking time by touching the NUMBER pads.
And program the power level by touching the POWER LEVEL pad.
When the START pad is touched, the following operations occur:
1) The contacts of the relays are closed and components con-
nected to the relays are turned on as follows.
(For details, refer to Figure O-2)
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RELAY CONNECTED COMPONENTS
RY-1 oven lamp/turntable motor/fan motor
RY-2 power transformer
2) 120 volts A.C. is supplied to the primary winding of the power
transformer and is converted to about 3.35 volts A.C. output
on the filament winding, and approximately 2000 volts A.C.
on the high voltage winding.
3)
The filament winding voltage heats the magnetron filament and
the H.V. winding voltage is sent to a voltage doubler circuit.
4) The microwave energy produced by the magnetron is chan-
nelled through the waveguide into the cavity feed-box, and
then into the cavity where the food is placed to be cooked.
5) Upon completion of the cooking time, the power transformer,
oven lamp, etc. are turned off, and the generation of micro-
wave energy is stopped. The oven will revert to the OFF con-
dition.
6) When the door is opened during a cook cycle, monitor switch,
door sensing switch, secondary interlock switch and primary
interlock relay are activated with the following results. The
circuits to the oven lamp, turntable motor, the cooling fan
motor, and the high voltage components are de-energized,
and the digital read-out displays the time still remaining in the
cook cycle when the door was opened.
7) The monitor switch is electrically monitoring the operation of
the secondary interlock switch and primary interlock relay
(RY2) and is mechanically associated with the door so that it
will function in the following sequence.
a) When the door opens from the closed position, the sec-
ondary interlock switch, door sensing switch and primary
interlock relay (RY2) open their contacts. Then the moni-
tor switch contacts close.
b) When the door is closed from the open position, the
monitor switch contacts open first. Then the contacts
of the secondary interlock switch and door sensing switch
close.
If the secondary interlock switch and primary interlock relay
(RY2) fail with the contacts closed when the door is opened, the
closing of the monitor switch contacts will form a short circuit
through the monitor fuse, primary interlock relay (RY2) and sec-
ondary interlock switch, causing the monitor fuse to blow.
3. POWER LEVEL COOKING
When Variable Cooking Power is programmed, the 120 volts
A.C. is supplied to the power transformer intermittently through
the contacts of relay (RY-2) which is operated by the control unit
within a 32 second time base. Microwave power operation is as
follows:
VARI-MODE ON TIME OFF TIME
P-HI (100% power) 32 sec. 0 sec.
P-90 (approx. 90% power) 30 sec. 2 sec.
P-80 (approx. 80% power) 26 sec. 6 sec.
P-70 (approx. 70% power) 24 sec. 8 sec.
P-60 (approx. 60% power) 22 sec. 10 sec.
P-50 (approx. 50% power) 18 sec. 14 sec.
P-40 (approx. 40% power) 16 sec. 16 sec.
P-30 (approx. 30% power) 12 sec. 20 sec.
P-20 (approx. 20% power) 8 sec. 24 sec.
P-10 (approx. 10% power) 6 sec. 26 sec.
P-0 (0% power) 0 sec. 32 sec.
NOTE: The ON/OFF time ratio does not correspond with
the percentage of microwave power, because
approx. 3 seconds are needed for heating of the
magnetron filament.
4. POWER OUTPUT REDUCTION
If the oven is set for more than 20 minutes at 80, 90 or 100%
power level, after the first 20 minutes the power level will auto-
matically adjust itself to 70% power to avoid overcooking.
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[2] OVEN SCHENATIC
1. Off Condition
Figure O-1. Oven Schematic-Off Condition
2. Cooking Condition
Figure O-2. Oven Schematic-Cooking Condition
SCHEMATIC
NOTE: CONDITION OF OVEN
1. DOOR CLOSED
2. CLOCK APPEARS ON DISPLAY
SCHEMATIC
NOTE: CONDITION OF OVEN
1. DOOR CLOSED.
2. COOKING TIME PROGRAMMED.
3. VARIABLE COOKING CONTROL "P-HI".
4. START PAD TOUCHED.
POWER
TRANSFORMER
RECTIFIER
MAGNETRON
CAPACITOR
0.82µF
AC2100V
or
AC1900V
OVEN
LAMP
TURN-
TABLE
MOTOR
FAN
MOTOR
MONITOR
SWITCH
SECONDARY
INTERLOCK
SWITCH
TTM
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A3
COM.
DOOR
SENSING
SWITCH
B2 B1
(RY-1) (RY-2)
CONTROL UNIT
PRIMARY
INTERLOCK
RELAY
A1
N.O.
TEMPERATURE
FUSE (OVEN)
THERMAL
CUT-OUT (OVEN)
120V AC
60 Hz
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FUSE
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NOTE: " " indicates components with potentials above 250V
POWER
TRANSFORMER
RECTIFIER
MAGNETRON
CAPACITOR
0.82µF
AC2100V
or
AC1900V
OVEN
LAMP
TURN-
TABLE
MOTOR
FAN
MOTOR
MONITOR
SWITCH
SECONDARY
INTERLOCK
SWITCH
TTM
OL FM
A3
COM.
DOOR
SENSING
SWITCH
B2 B1
(RY-1) (RY-2)
CONTROL UNIT
PRIMARY
INTERLOCK
RELAY
A1
N.O.
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1. DOOR OPEN MECHANISM
The door is opened by pushing the open button on the control
panel, refer to the Figure D-1.
When the open button is pushed, the open button pushes up
the switch lever, and then the switch lever pushes up the latch
head. The latch heads are moved upward and released from
latch hook. Now the door will open.
[3] DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS
2. DOOR SENSING AND SECONDARY
INTERLOCK SWITCHES
The secondary interlock switch is mounted in the lower position
of the latch hook and the door sensing switch in the primary
interlock system is mounted in the upper position of the latch
hook. They are activated by the latch heads on the door. When
the door is opened, the switches interrupt the power to all high
voltage components. A cook cycle cannot take place until the
door is firmly closed thereby activating both interlock switches.
The primary interlock system consists of the door sensing switch
and primary interlock relay located on the control circuit board.
3. MONITOR SWITCH
The monitor switch is activated (the contacts opened) by the
latch head on the door while the door is closed. The switch is
intended to render the oven inoperative, by means of blowing
the monitor fuse, when the contacts of the primary interlock relay
(RY2) and secondary interlock switch fail to open when the door
is opened.
Functions:
1) When the door is opened, the monitor switch contacts close
(to the ON condition) due to their being normally closed.
At this time the primary interlock relay (RY2) and secondary
interlock switch are in the OFF condition (contacts open)
due to its being normally open contact switches.
2) As the door goes to a closed position, the monitor switch
contacts are first opened and then the door sensing switch
and secondary interlock switch contacts close.
3) If the door is opened, and the primary interlock relay (RY2)
and the secondary interlock switch contact fail to open, the
monitor fuse blows simultaneously with closing of the
monitor switch contacts.
CAUTION: BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN MONITOR FUSE,
TEST THE DOOR SENSING SWITCH, PRIMARY INTERLOCK
RELAY (RY2), SECONDARY INTERLOCK SWITCH AND
MONITOR SWITCH FOR PROPER OPERATION. (REFER
TO CHAPTER “TEST PROCEDURE”).
NOTE: MONITOR FUSE AND MONITOR SWITCH ARE
REPLACED AS AN ASSEMBLY.
Figure D-1. Door Open Mechanism.
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4. TURNTABLE MOTOR
The turntable motor rotates the turntable located on the bottom
of the oven cavity, so that the food on the turntable is cooked
evenly. The turntable may turn in either direction.
5. COOLING FAN MOTOR
The cooling fan motor drives a blade which draws external cool
air. This cool air is directed through the air vents surrounding
the magnetron and cools the magnetron. This air is channelled
through the oven cavity to remove steam and vapours given
off from the heating foods. It is then exhausted through the
exhausting air vents at the oven cavity.
6. TEMPERATURE FUSE (OVEN)
The temperature fuse, located on the top of the oven cavity, is
designed to prevent damage to the oven by fire. If the food load
is overcooked, by either error in cook time or defect in the control
unit, the temperature fuse will open.
Under normal operation, the temperature fuse remains closed.
However, when abnormally high temperatures are reached within
the oven cavity, the temperature fuse will open at 302°F(150°C),
causing the oven to shut down.
7. THERMAL CUT-OUT (OVEN)
The thermal cut-out, located on the top of the oven cavity, is
designed to prevent damage to the oven by fire. If the food load
is overcooked, by either error in cook time or defect in the control
unit, the thermal cutout will open.
Under normal operation, the oven thermal cut-out remains
closed. However, when abnormally high temperatures are
reached within the oven cavity, the oven thermal cut-out will open
at 293°F(145°C), causing the oven to shut down.
8. MONITOR FUSE
1) The monitor fuse blows when the contacts (COM-NO) of the
primary interlock relay (RY2) and the secondary interlock
switch remain closed with the oven door open and when the
monitor switch closes.
2) If the wire harness or electrical components are short-
circuited, this monitor fuse blows to prevent an electric
shock or fire hazard.
9. NOISE FILER
The noise filter prevents the radio frequency interference that
might flow back in the power circuit.
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When troubleshooting the microwave oven, it is helpful to follow the Sequence of Operation in performing the checks. Many of the
possible causes of trouble will require that a specific test be performed. These tests are given a procedure letter which will be found in
the “Test Procedure “section.
IMPORTANT:
If the oven becomes inoperative because of a blown monitor fuse, check the monitor switch, primary interlock relay (RY2), door
sensing switch and secondary interlock switch before replacing the monitor fuse. If monitor fuse is replaced, the monitor switch must
also be replaced. Use part FFSBA026WRKZ as an assembly.
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CHAPTER 7. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Never touch any part in the circuit with your hand or an uninsulated tool while the power supply is connected.
IMPORTANT:
Whenever troubleshooting is performed with the power supply
cord disconnected. It may in, some cases, be necessary to
connect the power supply cord after the outer case has been
removed, in this event,
1) Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer
case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Disconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5) Ensure that the leads remain isolated from other components
and oven chassis by using insulation tape.
6) After that procedure, reconnect the power supply cord.
When the testing is completed,
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) Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Reconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5) Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
6) Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is
installed.
7) Run the oven and check all functions.
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Home fuse blows when power cord is plugged
into wall receptacle.
Monitor fuse blows when power cord is plugged
into wall receptacle.
Any letters or indicators do not appear in display
when power cord is first plugged into wall outlet.
Display does not operate properly when
STOP/CLEAR key is touched. (Buzzer should
sound and time of day should appear in display.)
Monitor fuse blows when the door is opened.
Fan motor does not operate. (All other electric
components function.)
Oven lamp does not light at all. (All other electric
components function.)
Turntable motor does not operate. (All other
electric components function.)
Oven does not go into cook cycle when START
pad is touched
Oven seems to be operating but little or no heat
is produced in oven load. (Food incompletely
cooked or not cooked at all at end of cook cycle.)
Oven goes into a cook cycle but extremely
uneven heating is produced in oven load (food).
Oven does not cook properly when programmed
for Cooking 50% mode. (Operates properly on
Cooking Power 100% mode.)
Oven lamp, turntable motor and fan motor do not
operate.
Oven goes into DEFROST but food is not
defrosted well.
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[1] Procedure A : MAGNETRON ASSEMBLY TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. To test for an open filament, isolate the magnetron from the high voltage circuit. A continuity check across the magnetron filament
leads should indicate less than 1 ohm.
5. To test for a shorted magnetron, connect the ohmmeter leads between the magnetron filament leads and chassis ground. This test
should indicate an infinite resistance. If there is little or no resistance the magnetron is grounded and must be replaced.
6. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
7. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
8. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
9. Run the oven and check all functions.
1. MICROWAVE OUTPUT POWER
The following test procedure should be carried out with the microwave oven in a fully assembled condition (outer case fitted).
HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT DURING THE COOK CYCLE, SO EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE OBSERVED.
Power output of the magnetron can be measured by performing a water temperature rise test. This test should only be used if above
tests do not indicate a faulty magnetron and there is no defect in the following components or wiring: silicon rectifier, high voltage ca-
pacitor and power transformer.
This test will require a 16 ounce (453cc) measuring cup and an accurate mercury thermometer or thermocouple type temperature
tester. For accurate results, the following procedure must be followed carefully:
1. Fill the measuring cup with 16 oz. (453cc) of tap water and measure the temperature of the water with a thermometer or thermo
couple temperature tester. Stir the thermometer or thermocouple through the water until the temperature stabilizes. Record the tem-
perature of the water.
2. Place the cup of water in the oven. Operate oven at P-HI (100% Power) selecting more than 60 seconds cook time. Allow the water
to heat for 60 seconds, measuring with a stop watch, second hand of a watch or the digital read-out countdown.
3. Remove the cup from the oven and again measure the temperature, making sure to stir the thermometer or thermocouple through
the water until the maximum temperature is recorded.
4. Subtract the cold water temperature from the hot water temperature. The normal result should be 20 to 38°F(11.1 to 21.1°C) rise in
temperature. If the water temperatures are accurately measured and tested for the required time period the test results will indicate
if the magnetron tube has low power output (low rise in water temperature) which would extend cooking time or high power output
(high rise in water temperature) which would reduce cooking time. Because cooking time can be adjusted to compensate for power
output, the magnetron tube assembly should be replaced only if the water temperature rise test indicates a power output well be-
yond the normal limits. The test is only accurate if the power supply line voltage is 120 volts and the oven cavity is clean.
[2] Procedure B : POWER TRANSFORMER TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Disconnect the primary input terminals and measure the resistance of the transformer with an ohmmeter. Check for continuity of the
coils with an ohmmeter. On the R x 1 scale, the resistance of the primary coil should be less than 1 ohm and the resistance of the
high voltage coil should be approximately 202 ohms (RTRN-A727WRZZ) or 190 ohms (RTRN-A728WRZZ); the resistance of the
filament coil should be less than 1 ohm.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
(HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT AT THE HIGH VOLTAGE TERMINAL, SO DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MEASURE THE FILAMENT
AND HIGH VOLTAGE.)
[3] Procedure C : HIGH VOLTAGE RECTIFIER TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Isolate the rectifier from the circuit. Using the highest ohm scale of the meter, read the resistance across the terminals and observe,
reverse the leads to the rectifier terminals and observe meter reading. If a short is indicated in both directions, or if an infinite resist-
ance is read in both directions, the rectifier is probably defective and should be replaced.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
NOTE: Be sure to use an ohmmeter that will supply a forward bias voltage of more than 6.3 volts.
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[4] Procedure D : HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. If the capacitor is open, no high voltage will be available to the magnetron. Disconnect input leads and check for short or open be-
tween the terminals using an ohmmeter.
Checking with a high ohm scale, if the high voltage capacitor is normal, the meter will indicate continuity for a short time and should
indicate an open circuit once the capacitor is charged. If the above is not the case, check the capacitor with an ohmmeter to see if it
is shorted between either of the terminals and case. If it is shorted, replace the capacitor.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
[5] Procedure E : THERMAL CUT-OUT (OVEN ) TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. A continuity check across the thermal cut-out terminals should indicate a closed circuit unless the temperature of the thermal cut-
out reaches approximately 293°F(145°C).
An open thermal cut-out indicates overheating of the oven, exchange the oven thermal cut-out and check inside of oven cavity and
for improper setting of cooking time or operation of control unit. Check for restricted air flow through the vent holes of the oven cav-
ity, especially the cooling fan and air guide.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
CAUTION: IF THE THERMAL CUT-OUT INDICATES AN OPEN CIRCUIT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, REPLACE IT
[6] Procedure E : TEMPERATURE FUSE (OVEN) TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. A continuity check across the temperature fuse terminals should indicate a closed circuit unless the temperature of the temperature
fuse reaches approximately 302°F(150°C).
An open temperature fuse indicates overheating of the oven, exchange the temperature fuse and check inside of oven cavity and
for improper setting of cooking time or operation of control unit. Check for restricted air flow through the vent holes of the oven cav-
ity, especially the cooling fan and air guide.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
CAUTION: IF THE TEMPERATURE FUSE INDICATES AN OPEN CIRCUIT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, REPLACE IT
[7] Procedure F : SECONDARY INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Isolate the switch and connect the ohmmeter to the common (COM.) and normally open (NO) terminal of the switch. The meter
should indicate an open circuit with the door open and a closed circuit with the door closed. If improper operation is indicated, re-
place the secondary interlock switch.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
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[8] Procedure F : PRIMARY INTERLOCK SYSTEM TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Isolate the switch and connect the ohmmeter to the common (COM.) and normally open (NO) terminal of the switch. The meter
should indicate an open circuit with the door open and a closed circuit with the door closed. If improper operation is indicated, re-
place the door sensing switch.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
2. PRIMARY INTERLOCK RELAY (RY2)
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Disconnect two (2) wire leads from the male tab terminals of the Primary Interlock Relay. Check the state of the relay contacts using
a ohmmeter.
The relay contacts should be open. If the relay contacts are closed, replace the circuit board entirely or the relay itself.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
[9] Procedure G : MONITOR SWITCH TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Before performing this test, make sure that the secondary interlock switch and the primary interlock relay are operating properly,
according to the above Switch Test Procedure. Disconnect the wire lead from the monitor switch (COM) terminal. Check the moni-
tor switch operation by using the ohmmeter as follows. When the door is open, the meter should indicate a closed circuit. When the
monitor switch actuator is pushed by a screw driver through the lower latch hole on the front plate of the oven cavity with the door
opened (in this condition the plunger of the monitor switch is pushed in), the meter should indicate an open circuit. If improper op-
eration is indicated, the switch may be defective. After testing the monitor switch, reconnect the wire lead to the monitor switch (COM)
terminal and check the continuity of the monitor circuit.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
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[10] Procedure H : BLOWN MINITOR FUSE TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. If the monitor fuse is blown when the door is opened, check the primary interlock relay, secondary interlock switch and monitor
switch according to the “TEST PROCEDURE” for those switches before replacing the blown monitor fuse.
CAUTION: BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN MONITOR FUSE, TEST THE PRIMARY INTERLOCK RELAY, SECONDARY INTER
LOCK SWITCH, DOOR SENSING SWITCH AND MONITOR SWITCH FOR PROPER OPERATION.
If the monitor fuse is blown by improper switch operation, the monitor fuse and monitor switch must be replaced with “monitor fuse
and monitor switch assembly” part number FFS-BA026WRKZ, even if the monitor switch operates normally. The monitor fuse and
monitor switch assembly is comprised of a 15 ampere fuse and switch.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
[11] Procedure I : NOISE FILTER TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Disconnect the lead wires from the terminal the noise filter. Using an ohmmeter, check
between the terminals as described in the following table. If incorrect reading are obtained,
replace the noise filter.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
MEASURING POINT INDICATION OF OHMMETER
Between N and L Open circuit.
Between terminal N and WHITE Short circuit.
Between terminal L and RED Short circuit.
[12] Procedure J : TOUCH CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY TEST
The touch control panel consists of circuits including semiconductors such as LSI, ICs, etc. Therefore, unlike conventional microwave
ovens, proper maintenance cannot be performed with only a voltmeter and ohmmeter.
In this service manual, the touch control panel assembly is divided into two units, Control Unit and Key Unit, and troubleshooting by
unit replacement is described according to the symptoms indicated.
Before testing,
1) Disconnect the power supply cord and then remove outer case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Disconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5) Ensure that these leads remain isolated from other components and oven chassis by using insulation tape.
6) After that procedure, re-connect the power supply cord.
1. Key Unit
NOTE:
1) Check key unit ribbon connection before replacement.
2) Re-install the outer case (cabinet).
3) Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
4) Run the oven and check all functions.
The following symptoms indicate a defective key unit.
a) When touching the pads, a certain pad produces no signal at all.
b) When touching a number pad, two figures or more are displayed.
c) When touching the pads, sometimes a pad produces no signal.
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If the key unit is defective.
1) Disconnect the power supply cord and then remove outer case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Replace the key unit.
5) Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6) Re-install the outer case (cabinet).
7) Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8) Run the oven and check all functions.
2. Control Unit.
The following symptoms indicate a defective control unit. Before replacing the control unit, perform the Key unit test (Procedure K) to
determine if control unit is faulty.
1) In connection with pads.
a) When touching the pads, a certain group of pads do not produce a signal.
b) When touching the pads, no pads produce a signal.
2) In connection with indicators
a) At a certain digit, all or some segments do not light up.
b) At a certain digit, brightness is low.
c) Only one indicator does not light.
d) The corresponding segments of all digits do not light up; or they continue to light up.
e) Wrong figure appears.
f) A certain group of indicators do not light up.
g) The figure of all digits flicker.
3) Other possible problems caused by defective control unit.
a) Buzzer does not sound or continues to sound.
b) Clock does not operate properly.
c) Cooking is not possible.
When testing is completed,
1) Disconnect the power supply cord and then remove outer case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
5) Re-install the outer case (cabinet).
6) Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
7) Run the oven and check all functions.
[13] Procedure K : KEY UNIT TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Using an ohmmeter and referring to the key unit matrix indicated on the control unit circuit, check the circuit between the pins of the
key unit that correspond to the STOP/CLEAR pad. When the pad is pressed, the ohmmeter should indicate short circuit. When the
pad is released, the ohmmeter should indicate open circuit. If incorrect readings are obtained, the key unit is faulty and must be re-
placed. About the other pads, the above method may be used.
5. Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
6. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
7. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
8. Run the oven and check all functions.
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[14] Procedure L : RELAY TEST
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Disconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5. Ensure that these leads remain isolated from other components and oven chassis by using insulation tape.
6. After that procedure, re-connect the power supply cord.
7. Remove the outer case and check voltage between Pin No. 1 of the 3 pin connector (A) and the normal open terminal of the relay
RY2 on the control unit with an A.C. voltmeter.
The meter should indicate 120 volts, if not check oven circuit.
RY1 and RY2 Relay Test
These relays are operated by D.C. voltage
Check voltage at the relay coil with a D.C. voltmeter during the microwave cooking operation.
DC. voltage indicated ................. Defective relay.
DC. voltage not indicated ........... Check diode which is connected to the relay coil. If diode is good, control unit is defective.
RELAY SYMBOL OPERATIONAL VOLTAGE CONNECTED COMPONENTS
RY1 Approx. 12.5V D.C. Oven lamp / Turntable motor / Cooling fan motor
RY2 Approx. 11.2V D.C. Power transformer
8. If any abnormal condition is defected, replace the control unit.
9. Disconnect the power supply cord and then remove outer case.
10.Open the door and block it open.
11.Discharge high voltage capacitor.
12.Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
13.Re-install the outer case (cabinet).
14.Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
15.Run the oven and check all functions.
[15] Procedure M : DEFROST TEST
1. Place one cup of water in the center of the turntable tray in the oven cavity.
2. Close the door, touch the “DEFROST ” pad once.
3. The oven is in Defrost cooking condition.
4. The oven will operate as follows.
MENU 1ST STAGE 2ND STAGE 3RD STAGE 4TH STAGE
Steaks/
Chops
0.5lb
LEVEL TIME LEVEL TIME LEVEL TIME LEVEL TIME
70% 1min 2sec. 0% 50sec. 50% 37sec. 30% 40sec.
5. If improper operation is indicated, the control unit is probably defective and should be checked.
[16] Procedure N : FOIL PATTERN ON THE PRINTED WIRING BOARD TEST
To protect the electronic circuits, this model is provided with a fine foil pattern added to the primary on the PWB, this foil pattern acts
as a fuse.
1. Foil pattern check and repairs.
1) Disconnect the power supply cord and then remove outer case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Follow the troubleshooting guide given below for repair.
STEPS OCCURRENCE CAUSE OR CORRECTION
1 Only pattern at “a” is broken. *Insert jumper wire J1 and solder.
2 Pattern at “a” and “b” are broken. *Insert the coil RCILF2003YAZZ between “c” and “d”.
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5) Make a visual inspection of the varistor. Check for burned damage and examine the
transformer with a tester for the presence of layer short-circuit (check the primary coil
resistance which is approximately 915Ω±10%). If any abnormal condition is detected,
replace the control unit.
6) Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
7) Re-install the outer case (cabinet).
8) Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
9) Run the oven and check all functions.
2. Follow the troubleshooting guide given below, if indicator does not light up after above
check and repairs are finished.
1) Disconnect the power supply cord and then remove outer case.
2) Open the door and block it open.
3) Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4) Disconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5) Ensure that these leads remain isolated from other components and oven chassis by using insulation tape.
6) After that procedure, re-connect the power supply cord.
7) Follow the troubleshooting guide given below for repair.
a
d
b
c
STEPS OCCURRENCE CAUSE OR CORRECTION
1The rated AC voltage is not present between Pin No. 1 of the
3-pin connector (A) and the normal open terminal of the relay RY2 Check supply voltage and oven power cord.
2The rated AC voltage is present at primary side of low voltage
transformer.
Low voltage transformer or secondary circuit defective.
Check and replace control unit.
8) Disconnect the power supply cord and then remove outer case.
9) Open the door and block it open.
10)Discharge high voltage capacitor.
11)Reconnect all leads removed from components during testing.
12)Re-install the outer case (cabinet).
13)Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
14)Run the oven and check all functions.
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