LG MB-309XED Service Manual

MICROW AVE OVEN

SER VICE MANUAL

MODEL : MB-309XED

CAUTION

BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT, READ THE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.

This device is to be serviced only by properly qualified service personnel.
Consult the service manual for proper service procedures to assure continued safety operation and for precautions to be
taken to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy.

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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Inside front cover

SPECIFICATIONS

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1-1

CAUTIONS

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2-1

INSTALLATIONS

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3-1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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4-1

FEATURES

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4-1

CONTROL PANEL

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4-1

OPERATING SEQUENCE

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4-2

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

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4-3

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION

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4-4

SERVICE INFORMATION

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5-1

TOOLS AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

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5-1

MICROWAVE LEAKAGE TEST

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5-1

MEASUREMENT OF MICROWAVE POWER OUTPUT

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5-3

DISASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

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5-3

INTERLOCK CONTINUITY TEST

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5-8

COMPONENT TEST PROCEDURE

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5-9

TROUBLE SHOOTING

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5-13

EXPLODED VIEW

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6-1

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

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7-1

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF P.C.B.

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8-1

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD

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8-2

P.C.B. PARTS LIST

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CONTENTS

1-1

This microwave oven is designed for household use only.
It is not recommended for commercial purposes.

ITEM

MODEL

Power Requirement

Power Output
Microwave Frequency
Magnetron
Timer
Outside Dimensions
Cavity Dimensions
Net Weight
Shipping weight
Control Complement

Nameplate Location

Accessories

DESCRIPTION

MB-309XED

220 Volts AC 50 Hz

MICROWAVE

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1,400 Watts (6.3A)

GRILL

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1,000 Watts (4.5A)

Single phase, 3 wire grounded

1,000 Watts full microwave power (IEC705)

2,450 MHz

2M248

0 ~ 99 min. 99 sec.
530mm (W) x 315mm (H) x 394mm (D)
348mm (W) x 222mm (H) x 373mm (D)

17.5 Kg (approx.)

19.0 Kg (approx.)
Touch Control System
Clock : 1:00 - 12:59
Microwave Power for Variable Cooking
Power level

HIGH

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Full power throughout the cooking time

9 (Saute)

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approx. 90% of Full power, 8 (Reheat)

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approx. 80%

7 (Med.-High)

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approx. 70%, 6 (Medium)

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approx. 60%

5 (Med.-Low)

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approx. 50%, 4 (Defrost)

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approx. 40%

3 (Low)

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approx. 30%, 2 (Simmer)

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approx. 20%

1 (Warm)

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approx. 10%

Owner's manual & cooking guide
Glass turntable
Rotating ring
Grill rack

SPECIFICATIONS

Back Side

• DO NOT operate on a 2-wire extension cord during
repair and use.

• NEVER TOUCH any oven components or wiring during
operation.

• BEFORE TOUCHING any parts of the oven, always
remove the power plug from the outlet.

• For about 30 seconds after the oven stops, an electric
charge remains in the high voltage capacitor. When
replacing or checking, you must discharge the high
voltage capacitor by shorting across the two terminals
with an insulated screwdriver.

•

Remove your watches whenever working close to or

replacing the Magnetron.

• DO NOT touch any parts of the control panel circuit. A
resulting static electric discharge may damage this
P.C.B.

• NEVER operate the oven with no load.

• NEVER injure the door seal and front plate of the oven
cavity.

• NEVER put iron tools on the magnetron.

• NEVER put anything into the latch hole and the
interlock switches area.

• Proper operation of the microwave oven requires that
the magnetron be assembled to the waveguide and
cavity. Never operate the magnetron unless it is
properly installed.

• Be sure that the magnetron gasket is properly
installed around the dome of the tube whenever
installing the magnetron.

2-1

CAUTIONS

Unlike other appliances, the microwave oven is
high-voltage and high-current equipment.
Though it is free from danger in ordinary use,
extreme care should be taken during repair.

THE OVEN IS TO BE SERVICED ONLY
BY PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

MICROWAVE RADIATION

Personnel should not be exposed to the
microwave energy which may radiate from the
magnetron or other microwave generating
device if it is improperly used or connection.
All input and output microwave connections,
waveguide, flange, and gasket must be secure
never operate the device without a microwave
energy absorbing load attached.
Never look into an open waveguide or antenna
while the device is energized.

Gasket

ANTENNA

COOLING FIN

MAGNETRON
CHASSIS GROUND

FILAMENT
TERMINALS

MAGNETRON

INSTALLATIONS

3-1

INSTALLING

1. Empty the microwave oven and clean inside it with
a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as
misaligned door, damage around the door or dents
inside the cavity or on the exterior.

2. Put the oven on a counter, table, or shelf that is
strong enough to hold the oven and the food and
utensils you put in it. (The control panel side of the
oven is the heavy side. Use care when handling.)

3. Do not block the vent and the air intake openings.
Blocking vent or air intake openings can cause
damage to the oven and poor cooking results.
Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to
ensure proper air flow.

4. The oven should not be installed in any area where
heat and steam are generated, because they may
damage the electronic or mechanical parts of the
unit.
Do not install the oven next to a conventional
surface unit or above a conventional wall oven.

5. Use microwave oven in an ambient temperature
less than 104°F (40°C).

6. Place the microwave oven on a sturdy and flat
surface at least 10 cm (4 inches) from the wall.

7. Place the microwave oven as far away as possible
from TV, RADIO, COMPUTER, etc., to prevent
interference.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For personal safety, this appliance must be fully
grounded at all times.

In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electrical shock.
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN, READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY.

WARNING

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a
risk of electric shock.

10cm

FEATURES

CONTROL PANEL

1. ONE TOUCH COOK: To select the desired auto cook

setting.

2. GRILL

3. CUSTOM SET: You can select ON/OFF of beeper,

automatic start or manual start of the one touch cook, and
food weight measurement unit, pounds or kilograms.

4. COMBI

5. TIME ADJUSTMENT PADS: To set the cooking time.

6. POWER: To select the desired power level for cooking.

7. QUICK START: To set the cooking time and directly start.

8. AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST: To select the desired auto

weight defrost programmed with weight pad.

9. NUMBER

10. CLOCK: To set the clock.

11. HOLD WARM: To keep the food warm after the cooking

is done.

12. STOP/CLEAR: To stop oven and clear all entries except
time of day.

13. START: One tap allows oven to begin functioning.

14. DISPLAY WINDOW: Provides indications of the functions

selected, normally current time displayed.

4-1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Oven Front Plate

Window Door Screen
Door Seal

Grill Rack

Control Panel

Door Open Button
Safety Door Lock System

Turntable

Rotating Ring

Display Window

Cocinado Al Toque

Reloj

Mantener
Caliente

Papas Al Horno

Huevo

Pollo

Arroz

Pizza

Tiempo

Potencia

Inicio Rapido

21
4
7

8

5

6
9

0

3

Programa

Personal

Inicio

Parar/Borrar

Auto Descong

Por Peso

Palomitas

Grill Combi

14

6

4

7

13

12

1

2
3

5
8

11

9

10

OPERATING SEQUENCE

The following is a description of component functions
during oven operation.

1. SETTING THE CLOCK

ex.) To set 4:30, touch number key [4],[3], and [0].

NOTE: 1) This is a 12 hour clock.

2) Clock will operate as long as power is
applied to the oven.

2. CANCEL FUNCTION

Touch the pad whenever you need to
cancel an entry or a function currently in use.
The display will either return to the last item entered
or to the clock.

3. QUICK START

4. ONE TOUCH COOKING

NOTE: Heat only 1 package at a time

5. TIME COOKING

6. MULTI-STAGE COOKING

7. AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST COOKING

8. CHILD LOCK

This oven has a CHILD LOCK feature

TO SET CHILD LOCK

• Touch the pad

• Touch and hold

PARAR/BORRAR

pad

LOCK

appear on the display.

TO CANCEL CHILD LOCK

• Touch the pad

• Touch and hold

PARAR/BORRAR

pad

LOCK

disappears.

9. CUSTOM SET

You can select ON/OFF of beeper, automatic start or
manual start of the one touch cook, and food weight
measurement unit, pounds of kilograms.

• Lbs/kg of beeper

• To select automatic language selection

• To select sound ON/OFF

• To select language speed

4-2

PARAR/BORRAR PALOMITAS

PARAR/BORRAR INICIO RAPIDO

PARAR/BORRAR

1ST STAGE

RELOJ

PARAR/BORRAR

AUTO DESCONG

POR PESO

NUMBER OF

WEIGHT

INICIO

PARAR/BORRAR

PROGRAMA

PERSONAL

1

INICIO

PARAR/BORRAR

PROGRAMA

PERSONAL

2

INICIO

PARAR/BORRAR

PROGRAMA

PERSONAL

3

INICIO

PARAR/BORRAR

PROGRAMA

PERSONAL

4

INICIO

PARAR/BORRAR

TIEMPO

NUMBER

POTENCIA

NUMBER INICIO

PARAR/BORRAR

TIEMPO

NUMBER

POTENCIA

NUMBER

TIEMPO

NUMBER

INICIO

POTENCIA

NUMBER

2ND STAGE

PARAR/BORRAR

PARAR/BORRAR

PARAR/BORRAR RELOJ

NUMBER

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: THE SHADED AREAS ON THIS SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM INCORPORATE SPECIAL FEATURES

IMPORTANT FOR PROTECTION FROM MICROWAVE RADIATION, FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND

HAZARDS. WHEN SERVICING IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT ONLY MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFIED PARTS

BE USED FOR THE CRITICAL COMPONENTS IN THE SHADED AREAS OF THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM.

NOTICE: SINCE THIS IS BASIC SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM, THE VALUES OF COMPONENTS AND

SOME PARTIAL CONNECTIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR IMPROVEMENT.

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION

GENERAL DETAILS

• The low voltage transformer supplies the necessary
voltage to the micom controller when power cord is
plugged in.

• When the door is closed, the primary switch is ON, the

secondary switch is ON, and the monitor switch opens
(contact COM and NO).

WHEN SELECTING COOKING POWER
LEVEL AND TIME

• The micom controller memorizes the function you set.

• The time you set appears in the display window.

• Each indicator light turns on to indicate that the stage

has been set.

WHEN TOUCHING THE START PAD

• The coil of the relay is energized by the micom

controller.

• Power input is supplied to the high voltage transformer

through the fuse to the primary switch and relay 2.

• Turntable rotates.

• The fan motor rotates and cools the magnetron by

blowing the air (coming from the intake on the base­plate).

• The air is also directed into the oven to exhaust the

vapor in the oven through the upper plate.

• Cooking time starts counting down.

• 3.3 volts AC is generated from the filament winding of

the high voltage transformer. This 3.3 volts is applied to
the magnetron to heat the magnetron filament through
two noise-preventing choke coils.

• A high voltage of approximately 2100 volts AC is
generated in the secondary of the high voltage
transformer which is increased by the action of the high
voltage diode and charging of the high voltage
capacitor.

• The negative 4,000 Volts DC is applied to the filament
of the magnetron.

WHEN THE OVEN IS SET AT ANY LEVEL
EXCEPT MAXIMUM.

• The micom controller controls the ON-OFF time of
relay 2 by the applied signal to vary the average output
power of microwave oven as POWER LEVEL.
(refer to page 1-1)

• One complete cycle of relay 2 is 22 seconds.

WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED DURING
COOKING

• Both the primary switch and relay 2 cut off the primary
winding voltage of the high voltage transformer.

• ON-OFF of relay 2 is coupled electrically with opening
and closing of the secondary switch.

• When the door is opened, the secondary switch is
opened and when the door is closed, the secondary
switch is closed.

• The cooking time stops counting down.

• Relay stops functioning.

• As the door is opened, if the contact of primary switch
and relay2 and/or secondary switch fail to open, the
fuse opens due to the large current surge caused by
the monitor switch activation, which in turn stops
magnetron oscillation.

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L

FUSE

H.V.

TRANS-

FORMER

RELAY 2

MICOM CONTROLLER

SECONDARY
SWITCH

PRIMARY

SWITCH

MONITOR

SWITCH

N

FUSE

L

N

PRIMARY

SWITCH

MONITOR

SWITCH

RELAY 2

MICOM CONTROLLER

H.V.

TRANS-

FORMER

SECONDARY
SWITCH

CAUTIONS

• Be sure to check microwave leakage prior to
servicing the oven if the oven is operative prior to
servicing.

• The service personnel should inform the
manufacture importer, or assembler of any
certified oven unit found to have a microwave
emission level in excess of 5 mW/cm2and should

repair any unit found to have excessive emission levels
at no cost to the owner and should ascertain the cause
of the excessive leakage. The service personnel
should instruct the owner not to use the unit until the
oven has been brought into compliance.

• If the oven operates with the door open, the service
personnel should:

- Tell the user not to operate the oven.

- Contact the manufacturer.

• The service personnel should check all surface and
vent openings for microwave leakage.

• Check for microwave leakage after every servicing.
The power density of the microwave radiation leakage
emitted by the microwave oven should not exceed
4 mW/cm2. Always start measuring of an unknown field
to assure safety for operating personnel from radiation
leakage.

MEASURING MICROWAVE ENERGY
LEAKAGE

• Pour 275±15cc of 20±5°C(68±9°F) water in a beaker
which is graduated to 600 cc, and place the beaker
on the center of the turntable.

• Set the energy leakage monitor to 2,450 MHz and
use it following the manufacturer's recommended
test procedure to assure correct result.

• When measuring the leakage, always use the 2­inch (5cm) spacer supplied with the probe.

• Operate the oven at its maximum output.

• Measure the microwave radiation using and

electromagnetic radiation monitor by holding the
probe perpendicular to the surface being measured

Move probe along shaded area

Probe scanning speed
Less than 2.5 cm/sec
( 1in/sec)

5-1

SERVICE INFORMATION

TOOLS AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

MICROWAVE LEAKAGE TEST

NECESSARY TOOLS

Tools normally used for TV servicing are sufficient.
Standard tools are listed below.

• Diagonal pliers

• Long nose pliers

• Phillips screwdriver

• Flat blade screwdriver

• Wrench (size 5mm)

• Nutdriver (size 5mm)

• Adjustable wrench

• Soldering iron

• Solder

• Vinyl insulation tape

• Polishing cloth

NECESSARY MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

• TESTER (VOLTS-DC, AC, Ohmmeter)

• Microwave survey meter

- Holaday HI-1500
HI-1501

- Narda 8100

8200

• Inch scale

• 600 cc non conductive material beaker (glass or plastic),
inside diameter: approx. 8.5 cm (3

1

/2 in.)

• Cylindrical and made of borosilicate glass vessel.
max. thickness: 3 mm
outside diameter: approx. 190mm
height: approx. 90mm

• Glass thermometer: 100°C or 212°F (1 deg scale)

MEASUREMENT WITH OUTER CASE
REMOVED

• When you replace the magnetron, measure for
microwave energy leakage before the outer case is
installed and after all necessary components are
replaced or adjusted.

Special care should be taken in measuring the

following parts. (Circled area of Fig. below)

- Around the magnetron

- The waveguide

MEASUREMENT WITH A FULLY
ASSEMBLED OVEN

• After all components, including the outer case, are fully
assembled, measure for microwave energy leakage
around the door viewing window, the exhaust opening,
and air inlet openings.

• Microwave energy leakage must not exceed the values
prescribed below.

NOTE: Leakage with the outer case removed less than

5 mW/cm.sq. Leakage for a fully assembled
oven (Before the latch switch (primary) is
interrupted) with the door in a slightly opened
position-less than 2 mW/cm.sq.

NOTES WHEN MEASURING

• Do not exceed meter full scale deflection.

• The test probe must be removed no faster than
1 inch/sec (2.5 cm/sec) along the shaded area,
otherwise a false reading may result.

• The test probe must be held with the grip portion of the
handle.

A false reading may result if the operator's hand is

between the handle and the probe.

• When testing near a corner of the door, keep the probe
perpendicular to the surface making sure the probe
horizontally along the oven surface; this may possibly
cause probe damage.

RECORD KEEPING AND NOTIFICATION
AFTER MEASUREMENT

• After adjustment and repair of any microwave energy
interruption or microwave energy blocking device,
record the measured values for future reference. Also
enter the information on the service invoice.

• The microwave energy leakage should not be more
than 4 mW/cm.sq. after determining that all parts are in
good condition, functioning properly and genuine
replacement parts which are listed in this manual have
been used.

• At least once a year, have the electromagnetic energy
leakage monitor checked for calibration by its
manufacturer.

5-2

WARNING : AVOID CONTACTING ANY

HIGH VOLTAGE PARTS

• Microwave power output measurement is made with
the microwave oven supplied at its rated voltage and
operated at its maximum microwave power setting with
a load of (1000±5) g of potable water.

• The water is contained in a cylindrical borosilicate glass
vessel having a maximum material thickness of 3 mm
and an outside diameter of approximately 190mm.

• The oven and the empty vessel are at ambient
temperature prior to the start of the test.

• The initial temperature (T1) of the water is (10±2)°C It
is measured immediately before the water is added to
the vessel. After addition of the water to the vessel,
the load is immediately placed on the center of the
turntable which is in the lowest position and the
microwave power switched on.

• The time T for the temperature of the water to rise by a
value ∆ T of (10±2)°K is measured, where T is the time
in seconds and ∆T is the temperature rise. The initial
and final water temperatures are selected so that the
maximum difference between the final water
temperature and the ambient temperature is 5°K.

• The microwave power output P in watts is calculated
from the following formula :

4187 x (∆T)

T

is measured while the microwave generator is
operating at full power. Magnetron filament heat-up
time is not included. (about 3 sec)

• The water is stirred to equalize temperature throughout
the vessel, prior to measuring the final water
temperature.

• Stirring devices and measuring instruments are
selected in order to minimize addition or removal of
heat.

A. OUTER CASE REMOVAL

1) Disconnect the power supply cord from the outlet.

2) Remove the screws from the rear of the case.
The outer case must be moved backward to be lifted
off.

B. POWER SUPPLY CORD

1) Remove the outer case.

2) Disconnect two terminals, and remove one screw of
the ground terminal.

C. CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY

1) Open the door.

2) Disconnect the leadwire from RELAY (RY2) of the

PCB SUB ASS’Y.

3) Lift up and pull out control panel assembly carefully

from the cavity.

4) Disconnect the leadwire from connector (CN1) of the
PCB SUB ASS’Y.

CAUTION: DISCHARGE THE HIGH VOLTAGE

CAPACITOR BEFORE SERVICING

(refer to page 2-1)

5-3

WATER LOAD

TURNTABLE

MEASUREMENT OF MICROWAVE POWER OUTPUT

P =

Remove the screw

Lift up and pull out control panel

DISASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

securing screw

ground screw