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 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 happens 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.
Odor and smoke coming from microwave oven during convection cooking
■This is normal for the first few convection cycles. The odor will dissipate with repeated use.
Quartz bulb does not appear to be on
■This is not unusual. See “Grill Element” in the “Features” section.
■Is the element still working properly?
Place 2 slices of bread on the tall grill rack, place the rack on the turntable and close the door. Program the microwave oven using manual grill – without microwaves – for 4 minutes. The bread should toast dark brown. If it does not toast, call for service.
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
Some 2.4
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.
Fan running after cooking is finished
■This is normal for convection and grill use. The fan may run for up to 10 minutes to cool the microwave oven.
Replacement Parts, Accesssories 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
■Turntable
■Turntable support & rollers
■Turntable hub
■Cooking rack (for some models)
■Rack spacer
■Rack hook
■Grease filters
■Charcoal filter(s)
■Cooktop light bulb
■Cavity light bulb
Provided Accessories
■Steamer vessel
■Pan and handle
■Convection rack (provided with some models)
■Grill rack (provided with some models)
Cleaning Supplies
■Heavy Duty Degreaser
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■KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
■KITCHENAID® Stainless Steel Wipes
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