Installing/Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs
■Grease filters: Grease filters are on the underside of microwave oven. Clean monthly. Slide the filter away from the tab area, and drop out the filter. To reinstall, place end of the filter into the opening opposite the tab area, swing up the other end, and slide it toward the tab area.
■Charcoal filter: The charcoal filter is behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned, and should be replaced about every 6 months, or as prompted by filter status indicator. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, lift it out, and remove filter. To reinstall, place the filter into its slotted area – wire mesh side up, replace vent grille, and secure with screws.
■Cooktop light: The cooktop light bulb is located on the underside of the microwave oven, and is replaceable. Remove bulb cover screws, and open the bulb cover. Replace bulb, close bulb cover, and secure with screws.
■Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and is replaceable. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, and lift it out. Remove bulb cover screw, open bulb cover and replace bulb. Close bulb cover, and secure with screw. Replace vent grille, and secure with screws.
Troubleshooting
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
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Microwave oven will not operate
Check the following:
■Household fuse or circuit breaker
If a household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped, replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■Magnetron
Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps in the bullets below. If microwave oven still does not operate, call for service.
■Door
Firmly close door. On some models, if a packaging spacer is attached to inside of the door, remove it, then firmly close door.
If a message about the door appears in the display, the door has been closed for 5 minutes or more without the microwave oven being started. This occurs to avoid unintended starting of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then start
the cycle.
■Control
Make sure control is set properly. Make sure Control Lock is off. Make sure Demo Mode (on some models) is off.
Arcing in the microwave oven
Check the following:
■Soil buildup
Soil buildup on cavity walls, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame can cause arcing. See “General Cleaning” in “Microwave Oven Care” section.
Turntable alternates rotation directions
■This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the cycle.
Display shows messages
■A flashing “:” or “PF” means there has been a power failure. Reset the clock.
■A letter followed by a number is an error indicator. Call for assistance.
Fan running during cooktop usage
■This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan (on some models), which is separate from the vent fan, automatically comes on during microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. It may also automatically come on and cycle on and off to cool the microwave oven’s controls while the cooktop below is being used.
Radio, TV or cordless phone interference
Check the following:
■Proximity
Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust the radio or TV antenna.
■Soil
Make sure the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces are clean.
■Frequency
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Replacement Parts and Cleaning Supplies
Following is a list of available parts and supplies which may be purchased separately. Please refer to the cover for contact and model identification information.
Replacement Parts | Cleaning Supplies | ||
■ | Turntable | ■ | Heavy Duty Degreaser |
■ Turntable support and rollers | ■ | ||
■ | Turntable hub | ■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish | |
■Grease filters
■Charcoal filter
■Cooktop light bulb
■Cavity light bulb
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