Sanyo EMS-8600S Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Trouble Possible Cause Possible Remedy

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MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each problem. If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest authorized service center.

TROUBLE	POSSIBLE CAUSE	POSSIBLE REMEDY

Oven will not	• Electrical cord for oven is not plugged in.	• Plug into the outlet.
start.	• Door is open.	• Close the door and try
	• Wrong operation is set.	again.
		• Check instructions.

Arcing or	• Materials to be avoided in microwave	• Use microwave-safe
sparking.	oven were used.	cookware only.
	• The oven is operated when empty.	• Do not operate with oven
	• Spilled food remains in the cavity.	empty.
		• Clean cavity with wet towel.

Unevenly	• Materials to be avoided in microwave	• Use microwave-safe
cooked foods.	oven were used.	cookware only.
	• Food is not defrosted completely.	• Completely defrost food.
	• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.	• Use correct cooking time,
	• Food is not turned or stirred.	power level.
		• Turn or stir food.

Overcooked	• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.	• Use correct cooking time,
foods.		power level.

Under cooked	• Materials to be avoided in microwave	• Use microwave-safe
foods.	oven were used.	cookware only.
	• Food is not defrosted completely.	• Completely defrost food.
	• Oven ventilation ports are restricted.	• Check to see that oven
	• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.	ventilation ports are not
		restricted.
		• Use correct cooking time,
		power level.

Improper	• Materials to be avoided in microwave	• Use microwave-safe
defrosting.	oven were used.	cookware only.
	• Cooking time, power level is not suitable.	• Use correct cooking time,
	• Food is not turned or stirred.	power level.
		• Turn or stir food.

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Contents EM-S8600S Door Seals and Sealing Surfaces SpecificationsTable of Contents Oven must be on a leveled surface SafetyKeep in mind the following rules at all times If materials inside the oven ignitePersonal Injury Hazard Grounding InstructionsUtensils Electric Shock HazardUtensils Remarks Materials you can use in microwave ovenDoor Handle SET UPNames of Oven Parts and Accessories Turntable InstallationCounter top Installation InstallationOperation Control Panel and FeaturesStopping the Oven While in Operation Setting ClockTo cancel Child LOCK-OUTPress STOP/CLEAR to cancel Kitchen Timer Kitchen TimerTime Cooking Five beeps indicate the Memory program is finished Power Level Setting GuideMemory Cooking To start a Memory cooking programPizza Direct Access CookingPopcorn PotatoFresh Vegetable BeverageSoup Dinner Plate Converting pounds into ounces Direct Access COOKING/REHEATING Guide Weight Defrost Time DefrostFast Starting Defrosting ChartCooking Principles and Techniques Cooking GuideRoasted bird Troubleshooting MaintenanceTrouble Possible Cause Possible Remedy Special Care Questions and AnswersCleaning Removable PartsOriginal Retail PURCHASER’S Responsibility Warranty ApplicationWhat is not Covered Warranty Becomes VoidQuick Reference