In the interest of user-safety the oven should be restored to its original
condition and only parts identical to those specified should be used.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICE TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ...................INSIDE FRONT COVER
BEFORE SERVICING ...........................................................................................................................................1
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................................................................................................... 4
TEST PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................10
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL .................................................................................................................................15
COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE ................................................................19
POWER UNIT CIRCUIT ......................................................................................................................................26
CONTROL PANEL CIRCUIT ...............................................................................................................................27
PARTS LIST ........................................................................................................................................................29
PACKING AND ACCESSORIES .........................................................................................................................33
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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Service Headquarters: Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
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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/cm2. 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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MICROWAVE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
A. Requirements:
1) Microwave leakage limit (Power density limit): The power density of microwave radiation emitted by a microwave oven
should not exceed 1mW/cm2 at 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/cm2 at 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/cm2 at any point 5cm or more from the external surface of the oven.
B. 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±15 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 measured 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.
C. 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 does turn the oven OFF before any door movement.
NOTE: After servicing, record data on service invoice and microwave leakage report.
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SERVICE MANUAL
MICROWAVE OVEN
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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FOREWORD
This Manual has been prepared to provide Sharp Electronics
Corp. Service Personnel with Operation and Service Information for the SHARP MICROWAVE OVENS, R-312AW, R312AK.
It is recommended that service personnel carefully study the
entire text of this manual so that they will be qualified to render
satisfactory customer service.
Check the interlock switches and the door seal carefully.
Special attention should be given to avoid electrical shock and
microwave radiation hazard.
GENERAL INFORMATION
OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AND
TEST PROCEDURE
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
WIRING DIAGRAM
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
SHARP PLAZA, MAHWAH,
NEW JERSEY 07430-2135
PARTS LIST
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SPECIFICATION
ITEMDESCRIPTION
Power Requirements120 Volts / 13.0 Amperes
60 Hertz
Single phase, 3 wire grounded
Power Output 1000 watts (IEC-705 TEST PROCEDURE)
Operating frequency of 2450MHz
Case DimensionsWidth 20-1/2"
Height 11-7/8"
Depth 15-7/8"
Cooking Cavity DimensionsWidth 13-3/4"
Height 8-3/8"
0.9 Cubic FeetDepth 14-7/8"
Control ComplementTouch Control System
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. 40% of Full Power
P-30 .....................................................................approx. 30% 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
INSTANT ACTION pads
COMPU DEFROST pad
Number selection pads
POWER LEVEL pad
TIMER/CLOCK pad
STOP/CLEAR pad
START/MINUTE PLUS pad
Oven Cavity LightYes
Safety StandardUL and C-UL Listed FCC Authorized
DHHS Rules, CFR, Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter J
Department of National Health and Welfare CANADA.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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.
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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
3-Pronged Plug
Grounded
Receptacle Box
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 two-pronged wall-receptacle is encountered, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified
Grounding Pin
electrician and have it replaced with a properly grounded three-pronged
wall receptacle or have a grounding adapter properly grounded and
polarized. If an extension cord must be used, it should be a 3-wire, 15
3-Pronged Receptacle
amp. or more 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.
1. One touch door open button.
Push to open door.
2. Door latches.
The oven will not operate unless the
door is securely closed.
3. Removable turntable support.
4. Removable turntable.
The turntable will rotate clockwise or
counterclockwise.
5. Oven lamp.
It will light when oven is operating.
6. Oven door with see-through window.
7. Ventilation openings. (Rear)
8. Auto-Touch control panel.
9. Time display: Digital display, 99 minutes 99 seconds.
10.Coupling.
11.Wave guide cover.
12.Power supply cord
OVEN DIAGRAM
10
11
2
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
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7
9
8
12
1
4
3
DEF. LBS. QTY.
ON
INSTANT ACTION
To adjust quantity-touch pad again
POPCORN
DINNER
PLATE
BAKED
POTATO
FRESH
ROLL / MUFFIN
Ground meat
1
Steaks / chops
2
Chicken pieces
3
POWER
LEVEL
STOP
CLEAR
BEVERAGE
REHEAT
CASSEROLE
FRESH
VEGETABLE
FROZEN
ROLL / MUFFIN
COMPU
DEFROST
START
MINUTE PLUS
CHECK
TIMER
CLOCK
Time display
Indicator
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OPERATION
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SEQUENCE
The following is a description of component functions during
oven operation.
OFF CONDITION
Closing the door activates door sensing switch, primary
interlock switch and the third door switch. (In this condition,
the monitor switch contacts are opened.)
When oven is plugged in, 120 volts A.C. is supplied to the
noise filter and the control unit. (Figure O-1).
1. The display will show flashing “88:88”.
To set any program or set the clock, you must first touch
the STOP/CLEAR pad. The display will clear, and “ : “
will appear.
COOKING CONDITION
Program desired cooking time by touching the Number pads
and program the power level by touching the POWER
LEVEL pad and Number pad. When the START pad is
touched, the following operations occur:
1. The contacts of relays are closed and components
connected to the relays are turned on as follows.
(For details, refer to Figure O-2)
RELAYCONNECTED COMPONENTS
RY-1oven lamp/turntable motor/fan motor
RY-2power transformer
2. 120 volts A.C. is supplied to the primary winding of the
power transformer and is converted to about 3.2 volts
A.C. output on the filament winding, and approximately
2150 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
channeled through the waveguide into the cavity feedbox, 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 microwave energy is stopped. The oven
will revert to the OFF condition.
6. When the door is opened during a cook cycle, monitor
switch, door sensing switch, primary interlock switch and
third door switch are activated with the following results.
The circuits to the turntable motor, the cooling fan motor,
and the high voltage components are de-energized, and
the digital readout 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 primary interlock switch and it is mechanically
associated with the door so that it will function in the
following sequence.
(1)When the door opens from a closed position, the third
door switch, primary interlock switch and door sensing
switch open their contacts, and then the monitor switch
contacts close.
(2) When the door is closed from the open position, the
monitor switch contacts first open, and then the contacts
of the primary interlock switch, door sensing switch and
third door switch close.
If the primary interlock switch fails with their contacts closed
when the door is opened, the closing of the monitor switch
contacts will form a short circuit through the monitor fuse
and primary interlock switch causing the monitor fuse to
blow.
POWER LEVEL P-0 TO P-90 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 an interval second time base. Microwave power operation is as follows:
VARI-MODEON TIMEOFF TIME
Power 10(P-HI)32 sec.0 sec.
(100% power)
Power 9(P-90)30 sec.2 sec.
(approx. 90% power)
Power 8(P-80)26 sec.6 sec.
(approx. 80% power)
Power 7(P-70)24 sec.8 sec.
(approx. 70% power)
Power 6(P-60)22 sec.10 sec.
(approx. 60% power)
Power 5(P-50)18 sec.14 sec.
(approx. 50% power)
Power 4(P-40)16 sec.16 sec.
(approx. 40% power)
Power 3(P-30)12 sec.20 sec.
(approx. 30% power)
Power 2(P-20) 8 sec.24 sec.
(approx. 20% power)
Power 1(P-10) 6 sec.26 sec.
(approx. 10% power)
Power 0(P-0) 0 sec.32 sec.
(0% power)
Note: The ON/OFF time ratio does not correspond with
the percentage of microwave power, because
approx. 2 seconds are needed for heating of the
magnetron filament.
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SCHEMATIC
NOTE: CONDITION OF OVEN
1. DOOR CLOSED
2. CLOCK APPEARS ON DISPLAY
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120V AC
60 Hz
OVEN
THERMAL
CUT-OUT
HN
FUSE 20A
CAPACITOR
NOISE FILTER
NOISE SUPPRESSION COIL
0.22µF / AC 250V
LINE CROSS CAPACITOR
LINE BYPASS
0.0033µF / AC 125V
CAPACITOR
LINE BYPASS
0.0033µF / AC 125V
Figure O-1. Oven Schematic-Off Condition
SCHEMATIC
NOTE: CONDITION OF OVEN
1. DOOR CLOSED
2. COOKING TIME PROGRAMMED
3. VARIABLE COOKING CONTROL "HIGH"
4. "START" PAD TOUCHED
MAGNETRON
THERMAL
CUT-OUT
OVEN
LAMP
A3
PRIMARY
INTERLOCK
SWITCH
OL
TURNTABLE
MOTOR
CONTROL UNIT
TTM
(RY-1)
FAN
MOTOR
THIRD
DOOR
SWITCH
POWER
SWITCH
TRANSFORMER
CAPACITOR
0.94µF
MAGNETRON
RECTIFIER
FM
DOOR
SENSING
SWITCH
A1
B1
COM.
(RY-2)
B2
SECONDARY
INTERLOCK
RELAY
N.O.
MONITOR
120V AC
60 Hz
HN
FUSE 20A
NOISE FILTER
NOISE SUPPRESSION COIL
CAPACITOR
LINE BYPASS
0.0033µF / AC 125V
0.22µF / AC 250V
LINE CROSS CAPACITOR
CAPACITOR
LINE BYPASS
0.0033µF / AC 125V
Figure O-2. Oven Schematic-Cooking Condition
OVEN
THERMAL
CUT-OUT
MAGNETRON
THERMAL
CUT-OUT
OVEN
LAMP
A3
PRIMARY
INTERLOCK
SWITCH
OL
TURNTABLE
MOTOR
CONTROL UNIT
7
TTM
(RY-1)
FAN
MOTOR
THIRD
DOOR
SWITCH
POWER
SWITCH
TRANSFORMER
CAPACITOR
0.94µF
MAGNETRON
RECTIFIER
FM
DOOR
SENSING
SWITCH
A1
B1
COM.
(RY-2)
B2
SECONDARY
INTERLOCK
RELAY
N.O.
MONITOR
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DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS
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 the
latch head. The latch heads are moved upward and released from latch hook. Now the door will open.
LATCH HOOK
DOOR SENSING
SWITCH
LATCH
HEADS
MONITOR
SWITCH
SWITCH
LEVER
THIRD DOOR
SWITCH
PRIMARY INTERLOCK
SWITCH
Figure D-1. Door Open Mechanism
DOOR SENSING, THIRD DOOR AND PRIMARY
INTERLOCK SWITCHES
The primary interlock switch is mounted in the lower position
of the latch hook and the door sensing switch in the
secondary interlock system is mounted in the upper position
of the latch hook. The third door switch is mounted in the
lower position at the back of the latch hook. They are
activated by the latch heads on the door. When the door is
opened, the switches interrupt the circuit to all components
except the oven lamp and the noise filter. A cook cycle
cannot take place until the door is firmly closed thereby
activating both interlock switches. The secondary interlock
system consists of the door sensing switch and secondary
interlock relay located on the control circuit board.
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
blowning the monitor fuse when the contacts of the primary
interlock switch fail to open when the door is opened.
Functions:
1. When the door is opened, the monitor switch contact
close (to the ON condition) due to their being normally
closed. At this time the primary interlock switch is 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, the primary interlock switch and third door switch
contacts close. (On opening the door, each of these
switches operate inversely.)
3. If the door is opened, and primary interlock switch
contacts fail to open, the monitor fuse blows
simultaneously with closing of the monitor switch contacts.
CAUTION: BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN MONITOR
FUSE TEST THE PRIMARY INTERLOCK
SWITCH AND MONITOR SWITCH FOR
PROPER OPERATION. (REFER TO CHAPTER “TEST PROCEDURE”).
NOTE: MONITOR FUSE AND SWITCH ARE REPLACED
AS AN ASSEMBLY
TURNTABLE MOTOR
The turntable motor rotates the turntable located on the
bottom of the oven cavity, so that the foods on the turntable
cook evenly during cooking. The turntable may turn in either
direction.
COOLING FAN MOTOR
The cooling fan motor drives a blade which draws external
cool air. This cool air is directed through the air vanes
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.
OVEN THERMAL CUT-OUT
The thermal cut-out, located on the top of the oven cavity, is
designed to prevent damage to the oven by fire. If the foods
load is overcooked, by either error in cook time or defect in
the control unit, the thermal cut-out 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 257˚F(125˚C), causing the oven to shut down.
MAGNETRON THERMAL CUT-OUT
The thermal cut-out located near the magnetron is designed
to prevent damage to the magnetron if an over heated
condition develops in the tube due to cooling fan failure,
obstructed air guide, dirty or blocked air intake, etc.
Under normal operation, the thermal cut-out remains closed.
However, when abnormally high temperatures are reached
within the magnetron, the thermal cut-out will open at
203˚F(95˚C) causing the oven to shut down, when the
magnetron has cooled to 167˚F (75˚C), the thermal cut-out
closes and cook cycle will resume.
NOISE FILTER
The noise filter prevents the redio frequency interference
that might flow back in the power circuit.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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 in the monitor switch and primary interlock
switch circuit, check the monitor switch and primary interlock switch before replacing the monitor fuse. If
monitor fuse is replaced, the mintor switch should be replaced at the same time.
CK = Check / RE = Replace
CONDITION
OFF
CONDITION
COOKING
CONDITION
TEST PROCEDURE
AND
POSSIBLE CAUSE
DEFECTIVE PARTS
PROBLEM
Home fuse or circuit breaker
blows when power cord is plugged
into wall receptacle
Monitor fuse blows when power
cord is plugged into wall receptacle.
All letters and 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 ":" or time of day should appear in display.)
Oven lamp does not light when
door is opened.
Oven lamp does not go out when
door is closed.
Oven lamp does not light in cooking cycle. (Lights when door is
opened.)
Oven lamp does not light at all.
Oven lamp lights but fan motor and
turntable motor do not operate.
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
Power 5 mode. (Operates properly on Cooking Power 10 (HIGH)
mode.)
Oven goes into COMPU DEFROST but food is not defrosted
well.
RERE A B C D E F F G H RERECK J CKCKCK L K M NI
SHORT IN POWER CORD
SHORT OR OPENED WIRING
MAGNETRON
POWER TRANSFORMER
H.V. RECTIFIER ASSEMBLY
HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR
THERMAL CUT-OUT
SECONDARY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
PRIMARY INTERLOCK SWITCH
MONITOR SWITCH
MONITOR FUSE
OVEN LAMP OR SOCKET
COOLING FAN MOTOR
TURNTABLE MOTOR
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
WRONG OPERATION
LOW VOLTAGE
DIRTY OVEN CAVITY
RELAY (RY1)
KEY UNIT
COMPU DEFROST
FOIL PATTERN ON PWB.
NOISE FILTER
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TEST PROCEDURES
PROCEDURE
LETTER
AMAGNETRON ASSEMBLY TEST
HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT DURING THE COOK CYCLE, SO EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD
BE OBSERVED.
DISCHARGE THE HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR BEFORE TOUCHING ANY OVEN COMPONENTS
OR WIRING.
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.
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.
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 capacitor 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 thermocouple temperature tester. Stir the thermometer or thermocouple through
the water until the temperature stabilizes. Record the temperature of the water.
2. Place the cup of water in the oven. Operate oven at POWER 10(HIGH) 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 34.7
to 64.6˚F(19.3 to 35.9˚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 beyond the normal limits. The test is only accurate
if the power supply line voltage is 120 volts and the oven cavity is clean.
COMPONENT TEST
BPOWER TRANSFORMER TEST
DISCHARGE THE HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR BEFORE TOUCHING ANY OVEN COMPONENTS
OR WIRING.
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 86.4 ohms;
the resistance of the filament coil should be less than 1 ohm.
(HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT AT THE HIGH VOLTAGE TERMINAL, SO DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
MEASURE THE FILAMENT AND HIGH VOLTAGE.)
CHIGH VOLTAGE RECTIFIER TEST
DISCHARGE THE HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR BEFORE TOUCHING ANY OVEN COMPONENTS
OR WIRING.
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 resistance is read in both directions, the rectifier is
probably defective and should be replaced.
NOTE: Be sure to use an ohmmeter that will supply a forward bias voltage of more than 6.3 volts.
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TEST PROCEDURES
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PROCEDURE
LETTER
DHIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR TEST
DISCHARGE THE HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR BEFORE TOUCHING ANY OVEN COMPONENTS
OR WIRING.
If the capacitor is open, no high voltage will be available to the magnetron. Disconnect input leads and
check for short or open between 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.
EOVEN THERMAL CUT-OUT
A continuity check across the thermal cut-out terminals should indicate a closed circuit unless the
temperature of the thermal cut-out reaches approximately 257˚F(125˚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 cavity, especially the cooling fan and air guide.
MAGNETRON THERMAL CUT-OUT
A continuity check across the thermal cut-out terminals should indicate a closed circuit. If the temperature
of the magnetron reaches approximately 203˚F(95˚C), the thermal cut-out opens. The thermal cut-out
resets automatically below approximately 167˚F (75˚C). An open thermal cut-out indicates overheating
of the magnetron. Check for restricted air flow to the magnetron, especially the cooling fan air guide.
CAUTION: IF THE THERMAL CUT-OUT INDICATES AN OPEN CIRCUIT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE,
REPLACE THERMAL CUT-OUT.
COMPONENT TEST
FPRIMARY INTERLOCK SWITCH AND DOOR SWITCH TEST
Isolate the switch and connect the ohmmeter to the common (COM.) and normally open (NO) terminal
of the switch. The meter should indicated an open circuit with the door open and a closed circuit with the
door closed. If improper operation is indicated, replace the primary interlock switch.
SECONDARY INTERLOCK SYSTEM TEST
DOOR SENSING SWITCH
Isolate the switch and connect the ohmmeter to the common (COM.) and normally open (NO) terminal
of the switch, the meter should indicated an open circuit with the door open and a closed circuit with the
door closed. If improper operation is indicated, replace the door sensing switch.
NOTE: If the door sensing switch contacts fail in the open position and the door is closed, the
cooling fan, turntable and oven light will be activated by RY1.
SECONDARY INTERLOCK RELAY
Disconnect two (2) wire leads from the male tab terminals of the secondary 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.
GMONITOR SWITCH
Disconnect the oven from power supply. 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 monitor
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 operation is
indicated, the switch may be defective. After testing
the monitor switch, re-connect the wire lead to the
SCREW DRIVER
monitor switch (COM) terminal and check the continuity of the monior circuit.
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RED
GRY
MONITOR SWITCH
OHMMETER
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FUSE 20A
NOISE FILTER
NOISE SUPPRESSION COIL
LINE CROSS CAPACITOR
0.22µF / AC 250V
LINE BYPASS
CAPACITOR
0.0033µF / AC 125V
LINE BYPASS
CAPACITOR
0.0033µF / AC 125V
H
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TEST PROCEDURES
PROCEDURE
LETTER
HBLOWN MONITOR FUSE
If the monitor fuse is blown when the door is opened, check the primary 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
If the monitor fuse is blown by improper switch operation, the monitor fuse and the monitor switch must
be replaced with "monitor fuse and switch assembly" part number FFS-BA012WRK0, even if the monitor
switch operates normally. The monitor fuse and switch assembly is packed with 20 ampere fuse and
switch.
INOISE FILTER TEST
Disconnect the oven from power supply.
Disconnect the lead wires from the terminal the noise filter. Using
an ohmmeter, check between the terminals as described in the
following table.
MEASURING POINTINDICATION OF OHMMETER
Between N and HOpen circuit.
Between terminal N and GRAYShort circuit.
Between terminal H and REDShort circuit.
COMPONENT TEST
SWITCH AND MONITOR SWITCH FOR PROPER OPERATION.
If incorrect reading are obtained, replace the noise filter.
JTOUCH 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 also the Control Unit is divided into two units, CPU Unit and Power Unit, and troubleshooting
by unit replacement is described according to the symptoms indicated.
1. Key Unit. Note : Check key unit ribbon connection before replacement.
The following symptoms indicate a defective key unit. Replace the 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.
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.
2-1 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.
2-2 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.
2-3 Other possible problems caused by defective control unit.
a) Buzzer does not sound or continues to sound.
b) Clock does not operate properly.
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TEST PROCEDURES
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PROCEDURE
LETTER
Note: When defective components, the Power Unit or Key Unit are replaced, the defective part or parts
KKEY UNIT TEST
If the display fails to clear when the STOP/CLEAR pad is depressed, first verify the flat ribbon cable is
making good contact, verify that the door sensing switch (stop switch) operates properly; that is the
contacts are closed when the door is closed and open when the door is open. If the door sensing switch
(stop switch) is good, disconnect the flat ribbon cable that connects the key unit to the control unit and
make sure the door sensing switch is closed (either close the door or short the door sensing switch
connecter). Use the Key unit matrix indicated on the control panel schematic and place a jumper wire
between the pins that correspond to the STOP/CLEAR pad making momentary contact. If the control unit
responds by clearing with a beep the key unit is faulty and must be replaced. If the control unit does not
respond, it is a faulty and must be replaced. If a specific pad does not respond, the above method may
be used (after clearing the control unit) to determine if the control unit or key pad is at fault.
COMPONENT TEST
c) Cooking is not possible.
must be properly packed for return in the shipping carton, with its cushion material, in which the
new replacement part was shipped to you.
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5
4
3
09876
START
MINUTE
PLUS
POWER
LEVEL
G12 G11 G10 G 9
COMPU
DEFROST
TIMER
CLOCK
FRESH
VEGETABLE
FROZEN
ROLL
/ MUFFIN
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REHEAT
FRESH
ROLL
BEVERAGE
BAKED
POTATO
CASSEROLE
/ MUFFIN
POPCORN
DINNER
PLATE
STOP
CLEAR
LRELAY TEST
Remove the outer case and check voltage between Pin No. 3 of the 2 pin connector (A) and the common
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
RY1Approx. 14.0 D.C.Oven lamp / Turntable motor / Cooling fan motor
RY2Approx. 12.8 D.C.Power transformer
MCOMPU 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 " COMPU DEFROST " pad twice and touch the Number pad " 5 ". And
then touch the "START" pad.
(3) The oven is in Compu Defrost cooking condition.
(4) The oven will operate as follows
WEIGHT1ST STAGE2ND STAGE3RD STAGE
LEVELTIMELEVELTIMELEVELTIME
0.5lbs70%40sec.50%38sec.30%43sec.
unit is defective.
(5) If improper operation is indicated, the control unit is probably defective and should be checked.
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TEST PROCEDURES
PROCEDURE
LETTER
NPROCEDURES TO BE TAKEN WHEN THE FOIL PATTERN ON THE PRINTED WIRING BOARD
(PWB) IS OPEN
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. If the foil pattern is open, follow the troubleshooting
guide given below for repair.
Problem: POWER ON, indicator does not light up.
STEPSOCCURRENCECAUSE OR CORRECTION
1The rated AC voltage is not present between Check supply voltage and oven power cord.
Pin No. 3 of the 2-pin connector (A) and the
common terminal of the relay RY2.
2The rated AC voltage is present at primaryLow voltage transformer or secondary circuit defective.
side of low voltage transformer.Check and repair.
3Only pattern at "a" is broken.*Insert jumper wire J1 and solder.
4Pattern at "a" and "b" are broken.*Insert the coil RCILF2003YAZZ between "c" and "d".
NOTE: *At the time of making these repairs,
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 563Ω± 10%). If any abnormal condition is detected, replace the
defective parts.
COMPONENT TEST
VH
CN - A
c
3
(J1)
3
a
b
XH
(COM)
AC
d
HVT
RY2
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TOUCH CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY
OUTLINE OF TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
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The touch control section consists of the following units.
(1) Key Unit
(2) Control Unit (The Control Unit consists of Power Unit
and CPU Unit).
The principal functions of these units and the signals
communicated among them are explained below.
Key Unit
The key unit is composed of a matrix, signals generated
in the LSI are sent to the key unit through P73, P81, P82,
P83, P90 and P91.
When a key pad is touched, a signal is completed
through the key unit and passed back to the LSI through
P60 - P63 to perform the function that was requested.
Control Unit
Control unit consists of LSI, ACL circuit, indicator circuit,
power source circuit, relay circuit, buzzer circuit, synchronizing signal circuit, absolute humidity sensor circuit and
back light circuit.
1) ACL
This circuit generates a signal which resets the LSI to the
initial state when power is supplied.
3) Power Source Circuit
This circuit generates voltages necessary in the control
unit from the AC line voltage.
In addition, the synchronizing signal is available in order
to compose a basic standard time in the clock circuit.
SymbolVoltageApplication
VC-5.3VLSI(IC1)
4) Relay Circuit
A circuit to drive the magnetron, fan motor, turntable
motor and light the oven lamp.
5) Buzzer Circuit
The buzzer is responsive to signals from the LSI to emit
audible sounds (key touch sound and completion sound).
6) Synchronizing Signal Circuit
The power source synchronizing signal is available in
order to compose a basic standard time in the clock
circuit.
It accompanies a very small error because it works on
commercial frequency.
7) Door Sensing Switch
A switch to “tell” the LSI if the door is open or closed.
2) Indicator Circuit
This circuit consists of 12 segments and 3 common
electrodes using a Liquid Crystal Display.
8) Back Light Circuit
A circuit to drive the back light (Light emitting diodes
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DESCRIPTION OF LSI
LSI(IZA758DR)
The I/O signal of the LSI(IZA758DR) is detailed in the following table.
Pin No.SignalI/ODescription
1-12SEG0-SEG11OUTSegment data signal.
Connected to LCD.
The relation between signals are as follows:
LSI signal (Pin No.)LCD (Pin No.)LSI signal (Pin No.)LCD (Pin No.)
SEG 0 (1) ................................ S12SEG 6 (7)................................. S6
SEG 1 (2) ................................ S11SEG 7 (8)................................. S5
SEG 2 (3) ................................ S10SEG 8 (9)................................. S4
SEG 3 (4) .................................. S9SEG 9 (10)............................... S3
SEG 4 (5) .................................. S8SEG 10 (11)............................. S2
SEG 5 (6) .................................. S7SEG 11(12).............................. S1
13R60INSignal coming from touch key.
When either G12 line on key matrix is touched, a corresponding signal out of R73, R81R83 and R90-R91 will be input into R60. When no key is touched, the signal is held at
"H" level.
14R61INSignal similar to R60.
When either G11 line on key matrix is touched, a corresponding signal will be input into
R61.
15R62INSignal similar to R60.
When either G10 line on key matrix is touched, a corresponding signal will be input into
R62.
16R63INSignal similar to R60.
When either G9 line on key matrix is touched, a corresponding signal will be input into
R63.
17AIN0INTo input signal which communicates the door open/close information to LSI.
Door close "H" level signal (0V). Door open "L" level (-5V)
18-20AIN1-AIN3INTerminal to change functions according to the Model.
By using the A/D converter contained in the LSI, DC voltage in accordance with the Model
in operation is applied to set up its function.
To turn on and off the cook relay (RY2). The
signals holds "L" level during microwave cooking and "H" level while not cooking. In other
cooking modes (variable cooking) the signal
turns to "H" level and "L" level in repetition
according to the power level.
OFF
P-HI
OFFOFF
P-70
ON
ON
24 sec.
8 sec.
H : GND
L : -5V
H : GND
L : -5V
(ON and OFF times for other power level.)
23PULSEOUTSignal to sound buzzer (2.0 kHz).
A: key touch sound.
B: Completion sound.
0.1 sec.
A
2 sec.
B
24R72OUTOven lamp, fan motor and turntable motor driving signal
To turn on and off shut off relay (RY1). The
16.7 msec.
square waveform voltage is delivered to the
RY1 driving circuit and RY2 control circuit.
During cooking
H : GND
L : -5V
H : GND
L : -5V
H : GND
L : -5V
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Pin No.SignalI/ODescription
16.7 msec.
H : GND
L : -5V
25R73OUTKey strobe signal.
Signal applied to touch-key section. A pulse signal is input to R60 - R63 terminal while
one of G8 line keys on key matrix is touched.
26INT2INSignal synchronized with commercial power source frequency.
This is the basic timing for time processing of LSI.
27R81OUTKey strobe signal.
Signal applied to touch-key section. A pulse signal is input to R60 - R63 terminal while
one of G7 line keys on key matrix is touched.
28R82OUTKey strobe signal.
Signal applied to touch-key section. A pulse signal is input to R60 - R63 terminal while
one of G6 line keys on key matrix is touched.
29R83OUTKey strobe signal.
Signal applied to touch-key section. A pulse signal is input to R60 - R63 terminal while
one of G5 line keys on key matrix is touched.
30R90OUTKey strobe signal.
Signal applied to touch-key section. A pulse signal is input to R60 - R63 terminal while
one of G4 line keys on key matrix is touched.
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31R91OUTKey strobe signal.
Signal applied to touch-key section. A pulse signal is input to R60 - R63 terminal while
one of G3 line keys on key matrix is touched.
32R92OUTTerminal not used.
33XININInternal clock oscillation frequency setting input.
The internal clock frequency is set by inserting the capacitor and resistor circuit with
respect to XOUT terminal.
34XOUTOUTInternal clock oscillation frequency control output.
Output to control oscillation input of XIN.
35RESETINAuto clear terminal.
Signal is input to reset the LSI to the initial state when power is supplied. Temporarily set
to "L" level the moment power is supplied, at this time the LSI is reset. Thereafter set at
"H" level.
36HOLDIN/OUT Connected to GND.
37VLCINSignal synchronized with commercial power source frequency.
Signal similar to VSS.
38COM1OUTCommon data signal: COM1.
Connected to LCD (Pin No. C1)
39COM2OUTCommon data signal: COM2.
Connected to LCD (Pin No. C2)
40COM3OUTCommon data signal: COM1.
Connected to LCD (Pin No. C3)
41COM4OUTTerminal not used.
42VDDINPower source voltage input terminal.
Connected to GND.
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SERVICING
1. Precautions for Handling Electronic Components
This unit uses CMOS LSI in the integral part of the
circuits. When handling these parts, the following precautions should be strictly followed. CMOS LSI have
extremely high impedance at its input and output terminals. For this reason, it is easily influenced by the
surrounding high voltage power source, static electricity
charge in clothes, etc. and sometimes it is not fully
protected by the built-in protection circuit.
In order to protect CMOS LSI.
1) When storing and transporting, thoroughly wrap them in
aluminium foil. Also wrap all PW boards containing them
in aluminium foil.
2) When soldering, ground the technician as shown in the
figure and use grounded soldering iron and work table.
approx. 1M ohm
2. Shapes of Electronic Components
Transistor
2SA933S
B
C
E
KRC243M
3. Servicing of Touch Control Panel
We describe the procedures to permit servicing of the
touch control panel of the microwave oven and the
precautions you must take when doing so. To perform
the servicing, power to the touch control panel is available either from the power line of the oven itself or from
an external power source.
(1) Servicing the touch control panel with power supply
of the oven:
CAUTION:
THE HIGH VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN IS STILL LIVE DURING SERVICING PRESENTS A HAZARD.
Therefore, when checking the performance of the touch
control panel, put the outer cabinet on the oven to avoid
touching the high voltage transformer, or unplug the
primary terminal (connector) of the high voltage transformer to turn it off; the end of such connector must be
insulated with an insulating tape. After servicing, be sure
to replace the leads to their original locations.
A. On some models, the power supply cord between the
touch control panel and the oven itself is so short that the
two can’t be separated. For those models, check and
repair all the controls (sensor-related ones included) of
the touch control panel while keeping it connected to the
oven.
B. On some models, the power supply cord between the
touch control panel and the oven proper is long enough
that they may be separated from each other. For those
models, therefore, it is possible to check and repair the
controls of the touch control panel while keeping it apart
from the oven proper; in this case you must short both
ends of the door sensing switch (on PWB) of the touch
control panel with a jumper, which brings about an
operational state that is equivalent to the oven door
being closed. As for the sensor-related controls of the
touch control panel, checking them is possible if dummy
resistor(s) with resistance equal to that of the controls
are used.
(2)Servicing the touch control panel with power supply
from an external power source:
Disconnect the touch control panel completely from the
oven proper, and short both ends of the door sensing
switch (on PWB) of the touch control panel, which brings
about an operational state that is equivalent to the oven
door being closed. Connect an external power source to
the power input terminal of the touch control panel, then
it is possible to check and repair the controls of the touch
control panel it is also possible to check the sensorrelated controls of the touch control panel by using the
dummy resistor(s).
4. Servicing Tools
Tools required to service the touch control panel assembly.
1) Soldering iron: 30W
(It is recommended to use a soldering iron with a
grounding terminal.)
2) Oscilloscope: Single beam, frequency range: DC-10MHz
type or more advanced model.
3) Others: Hand tools
5. Other Precautions
1) Before turning on the power source of the control unit,
remove the aluminium foil applied for preventing static
electricity.
2) Connect the connectors of the key unit to the control unit
being sure that the lead wires are not twisted.
3) After aluminium foil is removed, be careful that abnormal
voltage due to static electricity etc. is not applied to the
input or output terminals.
4) Attach connectors, electrolytic capacitors, etc. to PWB,
making sure that all connections are tight.
5) Be sure to use specified components where high precision is required.
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COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
CAUTION: DISCONNECT OVEN FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE REMOVING OUTER CASE.
DISCHARGE HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR BEFORE TOUCHING ANY OVEN COMPONENTS OR WIRING
AFTER REMOVING OUTER CASE.
WARNING FOR WIRING
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To prevent an electric shock, take the following manners.
1. Before wiring,
1) Disconnect the power supply.
2) Open the door and wedge the door open.
3) Discharge the high voltage capacitor and wait for 60
seconds.
2. Don’t let the wire leads touch to the following parts;
1) High voltage parts:
Magnetron, High voltage transformer, High voltage
capacitor and High voltage rectifier assembly.
2) Hot parts:
Oven lamp, Magnetron, High voltage transformer
and Oven cavity.
OUTER CASE REMOVAL
To remove the components, procedure as follows.
1. Disconnect oven from power supply.
2. Remove four(4) screws from rear and one (1) screw
along the right side of case.
3. Slide the entire case back out about 1 inch(3 cm) to free
POWER TRANSFORMER REMOVAL
3) Sharp edge:
Bottom plate, Oven cavity, Waveguide flange,
Chassis support and other metallic plate.
4) Movable parts (to prevent a fault)
Fan blade, Fan motor, Switch, Switch lever, Open
button.
3. Do not catch the wire leads in the outer case cabinet.
4. Insert the positive lock connector certainly until its pin
is locked. And make sure that the wire leads should not
come off even if the wire leads is pulled.
5. To prevent an error function, connect the wire leads
correctly, referring to the Pictorial Diagram.
it from retaining clips on the cavity face plate.
4. Lift entire case from the unit.
CAUTION: DISCONNECT OVEN FROM POWER SUP-
PLY BEFORE REMOVING OUTER CASE.
1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Disconnect wire leads from power transformer,
magnetron and capacitor terminals.
4. Remove four (4) screws holding transformer to bottom
plate right.
5. Remove transformer from bottom plate right.
6. Remove the one (1) terminal insulator and tube from
filament lead (longer one) of power transformer.
Re-install
1. Install the terminal insulator to receptacle of filament
TERMINAL INSULATOR REPLACEMENT
1. Open covers of the terminal insulator by using small flat
type screw driver.
2. Remove the receptacle from the terminal insulator.
3. Now, the terminal insulator is free.
Terminal
insulator
Flat type
screw driver
lead (longer one) of power transformer.
2. Rest transformer on the bottom plate right with its primary
terminals toward the oven face plate.
3. Secure transformer with four screws to bottom plate
right.
4. Re-connect wire leads (primary and high voltage) to
power transformer and filament leads of transformer to
magnetron and high voltage capacitor. Refer to
"PICTORIAL DIAGRAM".
5. Re-install outer case and check that oven is operating
properly.
Installation
1. Insert the receptacle into terminal insulator.
2. Close covers of the terminal insulator, as shown below.
COVERS
RECEPTACLE
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MAGNETRON REMOVAL
Removal
1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Disconnect wire leads from magnetron.
4. Remove the one (1) screw holding chassis support to
magnetron.
5. Remove the chassis support from oven.
6. Carefully remove the two (2) screws holding magnetron
to waveguide flange.
7. Lift up magnetron with care so that magnetron antenna
is not hit by any metal object around antenna.
8. Now, the magnetron is free.
Re-install
1. Re-install the magnetron to waveguide flange with the
two (2) screws diagonally as shown in Figure C-1.
2. Insert the two (2) tabs of the chassis support to the oven
cavity front plate and the back plate.
3. Re-install the chassis support to magnetron with the one
(1) screw.
POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT
4. Reconnect the wire leads to the magnetron. Refer to
"PICTORIAL DIAGRAM".
5. Re-install outer case and check that the oven is operating
properly.
CAUTION: WHEN REPLACING MAGNETRON, BE SURE
THE R.F. GASKET IS IN PLACE AND MOUNTING SCREWS ARE TIGHTENED SECURELY
SCREWS
MAGNETRON
WAVEGUIDE
FLANGE
Figure C-1. Magnetron replacement
Removal
1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Disconnect the white and black wires of the power supply
cord from the noise filter.
4. Remove the one (1) screw holding the earth wire of the
power supply cord to the bottom plate right.
5. Remove the power supply cord from the oven cavity
back plate.
Re-install
1. Insert the power supply cord into the oven cavity back
plate.
2. Connect the white and black wires of the power supply
cord into the terminal of noise filter, referring to the
Pictorial Diagram.
3. Re-install the earth wire of the power supply cord to the
bottom plate right with the one (1) screw.
HIGH VOLTAGE RECTIFIER AND HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR REMOVAL
1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Remove the power supply cord, referring the "POWER
SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT".
4. Disconnect wire leads from the noise filter.
5. Remove one (1) screw holding the noise filter angle to
the oven cavity back plate.
6. Remove the noise filter angle with noise filter from the
oven cavity back plate.
7. Disconnect the high voltage wire B from the high voltage
capacitor.
8. Disconnec t he high voltage wire of high voltage rectifier
assembly from the magnetron.
Black wire
Power supply cord
Oven cavity
back plate
White wire
Noise
filter
RED GRY
Green wire
Bottom plate right
H
N
Figure C-2. Power supply cord replacement
9. Remove one (1) screw holding capacitor holder to oven
cavity rear plate.
10.Disconnect rectifier terminal from capacitor.
High voltage rectifier assembly is now free.
11.Remove one (1) screw holding high voltage rectifier
assembly to capacitor holder.
12.Remove capacitor holder. Capacitor is now free.
CAUTION: WHEN REPLACING HIGH VOLTAGE RECTI-
FIER AND HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR,
GROUND SIDE TERMINAL OF THE HIGH
VOLTAGE RECTIFIER MUST BE SECURED
FIRMLY WITH A GROUNDING SCREW.
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1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Bend the tab of the partition angle holding the lamp
socket.
4. Lift up the oven lamp socket.
5. Pull the wire leads from the oven lamp socket by pushing
the terminal hole of the oven lamp socket with the small
flat type screw driver.
6. Now, the oven lamp socket is free.
®
POSITIVE LOCK
Push the lever of positive lock® connector. Pull down on the
positive lock® connector.
CAUTION: WHEN YOU CONNECTING THE POSITIVE
LOCK® CONNECTORS TO THE TERMINALS,
INSTALL THE POSITIVE LOCK® SO THAT
THE LEVER FACES YOU
CONNECTOR (NO-CASE TYPE) REMOVAL
Oven lamp
socket
Terminal
Wire lead
Flate type small
screw driver
Figure C-3. Oven lamp socket
Positive lock®
connector
Lever
Figure C-4. Positive lock® connector
Terminal hole
Terminal
1
Push
2
Pull down
CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Disconnect wire leads from the door sensing switch and
the oven cavity front flange.
4. Disconnect the wire leads from panel components.
5. Make one (1) tab of the oven cavity front plate straight
holding the control panel assembly to the oven flange.
6. Slide the control panel assembly upward and remove it.
7. Now, individual components can be removed.
NOTE: 1. Before attaching a new key unit, wipe off remaining
adhesive on the control panel frame surfaces
completely with a soft cloth soaked in alcohol.
2. When attaching the key unit to the control panel
frame, adjust the upper edge and right edge of
the key unit to the correct position of control panel
frame.
3. Stick the key unit firmly to the control panel frame
by rubbing with soft cloth not to scratch.
CPU UNIT AND POWER UNIT
NOTE: When soldering the CPU unit and the power unit,
make sure both the CPU unit and the power unit are
parallel, as shown figure C-5.
Handle the CPU unit carefully so that the ribbon
cable does not come off. Because the ribbon cable
is sticked on the LCD and the printed wiring board
only by heated paste.
CPU unit
Connector
Solder
These should be parallel
Power unit
Figure C-5. Side view of CPU unit and Power unit
Ribbon cable
Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD)
of CPU unit
Printed wiring board
Figure C-6. CPU unit
TURNTABLE MOTOR REMOVAL
1. Disconnect oven from power supply.
2. Remove turntable and turntable support from oven cavity.
3. Lay the oven on it's backside. Remove the turntable
motor cover by snipping off the material in four corner.
4. Where the corners have been snipped off bend corner
areas flat. No sharp edge must be evident after removal
of the turntable motor cover.
5. Disconnect wire leads from turntable motor.
(See "Positive lock connector removal")
6. Remove two (2) screws holding turntable motor to oven
cavity.
7. Now the turntable motor is free.
8. After replacement use the one (1) screw to fit the
turntable motor cover.
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COOLING FAN MOTOR REMOVAL
1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Disconnect the wire leads from the fan motor.
4. Remove one (1) screw holding the chassis support to
magnetron. And remove chassis support.
5. Release the snap of the main wire harness from the fan
duct.
6. Remove one (1) screw holding the fan duct assembly to
oven cavity.
7. Release the main wire harness from the hole of the fan
duct.
8. Release the fan duct from the waveguide flange.
9. Release the fan duct assembly from the oven cavity.
10.Remove the fan blade from the fan motor shaft according
the following procedure.
1) Hold the edge of the rotor of the fan motor by using a pair
of grove joint pliers.
CAUTION:
* Make sure that any pieces do not enter the gap
between the rotor and the stator of the fan motor
because the rotor is easily shaven by pliers and
metal pieces may be produced.
* Do not touch the pliers to the coil of the fan motor
because the coil may be cut or injured.
* Do not disfigure the bracket by touching with the
pliers.
2) Remove the fan blade from the shaft of the fan motor by
pulling and rotating the fan blade with your hand.
3) Now, the fan blade will be free.
CAUTION:
* Do not reuse the removed fan blade because the
hole (for shaft) may be larger than normal.
11.Remove the two (2) screws holding the fan motor to the
Coil
fan duct.
12.Now, the fan motor is free.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the fan motor to the fan duct with the two (2)
screws.
2. Install the fan blade to the fan motor shaft according the
following procedure.
1) Hold the center of the bracket which supports the shaft
of the fan motor on the flat table.
2) Apply the screw lock tight into the hole (for shaft) of the
fan blade.
3) Install the fan blade to the shaft of fan motor by pushing
the fan blade with a small, light weight, ball peen hammer
or rubber mallet.
CAUTION:
* Do not hit the fan blade strongly when installed
because the bracket may be disfigured.
* Make sure that the fan blade rotates smooth after
installation.
* Make sure that the axis of the shaft is not slanted.
3. Catch three holes of fan duct on three tabs of the
waveguide flange.
4. Install the fan duct assembly to the oven cavity with the
one (1) screw.
5. Insert the snap of the main wire harness to the hole of the
fan duct and insert the main wire harness into the hole of
the fan duct.
6. Install one (1) tab of the chassis support to oven cavity
front plate and install another tab of it to rear plate. And
then screw chassis support to magnetron with one (1)
screw.
7. Connect the wire leads to the fan motor, referring to the
pictorial diagram.
Shaft
Center of
bracket
Stator
Gap
Bracket
Rotor
Groove joint pliers
Shaft
Axis
Stator
Side ViewRear View
Rotor
These are the position
where should be
pinched with pliers
Table
DOOR SENSING / THIRD DOOR/ PRIMARY INTERLOCK AND MONITOR SWITCHES REMOVAL
1. Disconnect oven from power supply and remove outer
case.
2. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
3. Disconnect wire leads from the switches.
4. Remove two (2) screws holding latch hook to oven
flange.
5. Remove latch hook assembly from oven flange.
6. Push outward on the two (2) retaining tabs holding switch
in place.
7. Switch is now free.
At this time switch lever will be free, do not lose it.
Re-install
1. Re-install each switch lever and interlock switch in its
place. The primary interlock switch is in the lower position
and the door sensing switch is in the upper position. The
third door switch is in the lower position at the back of the
latch hook. The monitor switch is in the upper position of
the primary interlock switch.
2. Re-connect wire leads to each switch.
Refer to pictorial diagram.
3. Secure latch hook (with two (2) mounting screws) to
oven flange.
4. Make sure that the monitor switch is operating properly
and check continuity of the monitor circuit. Refer to
chapter "Test Procedure" and Adjustment procedure.
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LATCH HOOK
DOOR SENSING
SWITCH
MONITOR
SWITCH
THIRD DOOR
SWITCH
SWITCH
LEVER
PRIMARY INTERLOCK
SWITCH
LATCH
HEADS
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DOOR SENSING / THIRD DOOR/ PRIMARY INTERLOCK AND MONITOR SWITCHES ADJUSTMENT
If the door sensing switch, primary interlock switch, third
door switch and monitor switch do not operate properly due
to a misadjustment, the following adjustment should be
made.
1. Loosen the two (2) screws holding latch hook to the oven
cavity front flange.
2. With door closed, adjust latch hook by moving it back and
forth, and up and down. In and out play of the door
allowed by the upper and lower position of the latch hook
should be less than 0.5mm. The vertical position of the
latch hook should be adjusted so that the door sensing
switch, primary interlock switch and third door switch are
activated with the door closed. The horizontal position of
the latch hook should be adjusted so that the plunger of
the monitor switch is pressed with the door closed.
3. Secure the screws with washers firmly.
4. Check the all switches operation. If each switch has not
activated with the door closed, loosen screw and adjust
the latch hook position.
After adjustment, check the following.
1. In and out play of door remains less than 0.5mm when in
the latched position. First check upper position of latch
hook, pushing and pulling upper portion of door toward
the oven face. Then check lower portion of the latch
hook, pushing and pulling lower portion of the door
toward the oven face. Both results(play in the door)
should be less than 0.5mm.
2. The door sensing switch, third door switch and primary
interlock switch interrupt the circuit before the door can
be opened.
3. Monitor switch contacts close when door is opened.
4. Re-install outer case and check for microwave leakage
around door with an approved microwave survey meter.
(Refer to Microwave Measurement Procedure.)
Figure C-7. Latch Switch Adjustments
DOOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect oven from power supply.
2. Push the open button and open the door slightly.
3. Insert an putty knife (thickness of about 0.5mm) into the
gap between the door stopper and the choke cover to
free engaging parts as shown in Figure C-8.
4. Try the principles of the lever and lift up the door stopper.
5. Now, the door stopper is free from the door assembly.
6. Release two (2) pins of door panel from two (2) holes of
upper and lower oven hinges by lifting up.
7. Now, door assembly is free from oven cavity.
8. Insert an putty knife (thickness of about 0.5mm) into the
gap between the choke cover and door frame as shown
in Figure C-8 to free engaging parts.
9. Try the principles of the lever and lift up the choke cover
by inserting a putty knife as shown Figure C-8.
10.Release choke cover from door panel.
11.Now choke cover is free.
Door stopper
12.Release door panel from nine (9) tabs of door frame by
Choke Cover
11
12
10
9
8
Figure C-8. Door Disassembly
sliding door panel downward.
1
6
2
3
4
5
Door Frame
Putty Knife
13
7
13.Now, door panel with sealer film is free.
14.Tear sealer film from door panel.
15.Now, door panel is free.
16.Slide latch head upward and remove it from door frame
with releasing latch spring from door frame and latch
head.
17.Now, latch head and latch spring are free.
18.Remove door screen from door frame by releasing two
(2) tabs.
19.Now, door screen is free.
RE-INSTALL
1. Re-install door screen to door frame by fitting two (2) tabs
of door frame to two (2) holes of door screen.
2. Re-install the latch spring to the latch head. Re-install the
latch spring to the door frame. Re-install latch head to
door frame.
3. Re-install door panel to door frame by fitting nine (9) tabs
of door frame to nine (9) holes of door panel.
4. Hold the door panel to the door frame by sliding the door
panel upward.
5. Put sealer film on door panel. Refer to "Sealer Film"
about how to handle new one.
6. Re-install choke cover to door panel by pushing.
7. Catch two (2) pins of door panel on two (2) hole of upper
and lower oven hinges.
8. Re-install the door stopper to the door assembly.
Note: After any service to the door;
(A) Make sure that door sensing switch and secondary
interlock switch are operating properly. (Refer to
chapter "Test Procedures".).
(B) An approved microwave survey meter should be
used to assure compliance with proper microwave
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radiation emission limitation standards.
After any service, make sure of the following :
1. Door latch heads smoothly catch latch hook through
latch holes and that latch head goes through center of
latch hole.
2. Deviation of door alignment from horizontal line of cavity
face plate is to be less than 1.0mm.
3. Door is positioned with its face pressed toward cavity
face plate.
4. Check for microwave leakage around door with an
approved microwave survey meter. (Refer to Microwave
Measurement Procedure.)
Note: The door on a microwave oven is designed to act as
an electronic seal preventing the leakage of
microwave energy from oven cavity during cook
cycle. This function does not require that door be airtight, moisture (condensation)-tight or light-tight.
Therefore, occasional appearance of moisture, light
or sensing of gentle warm air movement around
oven door is not abnormal and do not of themselves,
indicate a leakage of microwave energy from oven
cavity.
Pin
Upper oven hinge
Door panel
Lower oven
hinge
Pin
Lower
oven
hinge
Door
stopper
Choke cover
Figure C-9. Door Replacement
SEALER FILM
Installation
1. Put the adhesive tape on the backing film of the sealer
film as shown in Fig. C-10.
2. Tear the backing film by pulling the adhesive tape.
3. Put the pasted side of the sealer film on the door panel
Sealer film
Backing film
Adhesive tape
Figure C-10. Sealer film
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1
A
POWER
SUPPLY
CORD
BLK
GRN
WHT
B
REDBLK
OVEN
C
THERMAL CUT-OUT
WHT
RED
2
BLK
WHT
N
H
MAGNETRON
THERMAL CUT-OUT
3
GRYRED
GRY
RED
RED
RED
BLK
45
RECTIFIER
H.V.
HIGH VOLTAGE
CAPACITOR
MAGNETRON
POWER
TRANSFORMER
HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS
BLK
WHT
6
A
B
C
D
E
NOTE:
OVEN LAMP
AND SOCKET
Hot (RED) wire must be
F
G
BLUE
MARK
connected to the
terminal with blue mark
on the oven light socket.
GRY
GRN
N.O.
COM.
DOOR
SENSING
SWITCH
GRY
GRN
SH-A
BLK
WHT
FAN MOTOR
WHT
CN-A
1
2
RED
3
WHT
RY2 (N.O.)
GRY
GRY
RY2 (COM)
RED
GRY
N.C.
COM.
MONITOR
SWITCH
BLK
NO
THIRD
DOOR
SWITCH
(OVEN SIDE)
BRN
COM.
RED
WHT
TURNTABLE
MOTOR
BRN
NO
PRIMARY
BLK
RED
RED
COM.
INTERLOCK
SWITCH
D
E
F
G
H
1
CONTROL UNIT
2
CN-G
IC1
SH-B
RY1
RY2
T1
PRIMARY
INTERLOCK
RELAY
N.O.
CN-A
1
3
COM.
Figure S-1. Pictorial Diagram
3
45
25
H
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1
A
B
AC
C
D
A 3
2
T1
1
VRS1
2
d
a
b
(J1)
c
RY1
3
D1-D4
11ES1
3
D3
4
D4
VR
LD1-LD5
D1
D2
45
LD1 LD2 LD3 LD4 LD5
WH-1
V
R
R4 27
D5
C1 0.1µ/50v
D6
+
–
Q2 2SA933
R5 4.7k
C2 1000µ/25v
R3 910 1/2w
SP1
C 1
C 2
C 3
C 4
C 5
6
A
B
C
D
TURNTABLE
MOTOR
OVEN LAMP
FAN
MOTOR
E
MICRO
AC
F
G
A 1
N.O.
COM
RY2
D7
R6 3.3k
C 6
C 7
E
D8
C 8
C 9
Q3 KRC243M
F
SH-B
B 1
+
C5
10µ/35v
–
SH-A
B 2
G
J2
VR
H
1
NOTE
2
: IF NOT SPECIFIED, 1/4w ± 5%
: IF NOT SPECIFIED, 1SS270A
7- 1XFPSD40P08K00Screw : 4mm x 8mm10AA
7- 2XFPSD30P06000Screw : 3mm x 6mm1AA
7- 3XHTSD40P08RV0Screw : 4mm x 8mm4AA
7- 4XOTSF40P08000Screw : 4mm x 8mm [R-312AK]1AA
7- 4XOTSE40P08000Screw : 4mm x 8mm [R-312AW]1AA
7- 5XOTSD40P12RV0Screw : 4mm x 12mm8AA
7- 6XOTSD40P12000Screw : 4mm x 12mm12AA
7- 7XOTSD40P08000Screw : 4mm x 8mm2AA
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS
To have your order filled promptly and correctly, please furnish the following information.
1. MODEL NUMBER2. REF. NO.3. PART NO.4. DESCRIPTION
Order Parts from the authrized SHARP parts Distributor for your area.
Defective parts required return should be returned as indicated in the Service Policy.
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INFORMATION FOR PARTS CHANGE
The instruction book will be changed from June 1997 production (Serial number from 9706xxxxx).