SHARP R-320HK, R-320HQ, R-320HW Service Manual
SERVICE MANUAL
S4309R320HPW/
MICROWAVE OVEN
R-320HK
R-320HQ
R-320HW
MODELS
R-320HK
R-320HQ
R-320HW
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.
WARNING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL: Microwave ovens contain circuitry capable of producing very high voltage and
current, contact with following parts may result in a severe,
possibly fatal, electrical shock. (High Voltage Capacitor, High
Voltage Power Transformer, Magnetron, High Voltage Rectifier Assembly, High Voltage Harness etc..)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICING TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY...................INSIDE FRONT COVER
BEFORE SERVICING ......................................................................................................INSIDE FRONT COVER
WARNING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL................................................................................................................1
MICROWAVE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE ...................................................................................................2
FOREWORD AND WARNING...............................................................................................................................3
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................................................4
GENERAL INFORMATION...................................................................................................................................4
OPERATION..........................................................................................................................................................6
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................................................................................................................10
TEST PROCEDURE............................................................................................................................................11
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL.................................................................................................................................20
COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE................................................................25
PICTORIAL DIAGRAM ........................................................................................................................................31
CONTROL UNIT CIRCUIT ..................................................................................................................................32
PRINTED WIRING BOARD ................................................................................................................................. 33
PARTS LIST ........................................................................................................................................................34
PACKING AND ACCESSORIES .........................................................................................................................38
SHARP CORPORATION
This document has been published to be used for after
sales service only.
The contents are subject to change without notice.
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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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WARNING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL
Microwave ovens contain circuitry capable of producing very high voltage and current, contact with
following parts
fatal, electrical shock.
(Example)
High Voltage Capacitor, High Voltage Power Trans-
former, Magnetron, High Voltage Rectifier Assembly, High Voltage Harness etc..
Read the Service Manual carefully and follow all
instructions.
may result in a severe, possibly
Don't Touch !
Danger High Voltage
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Before Servicing
1. Disconnect the power supply cord , and then remove
outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
WARNING:RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DISCHARGE THE HIGH-VOLTAGE
CAPACITOR BEFORE SERVICING.
The high-voltage capacitor remains charged about 60
seconds after the oven has been switched off. Wait for 60
seconds and then short-circuit the connection of the highvoltage capacitor (that is the connecting lead of the highvoltage rectifier) against the chassis with the use of an
insulated screwdriver.
Whenever troubleshooting is performed the power supply
must be disconnected. It may, in some cases, be necessary
to connect the power supply after the outer case has been
removed, in this event,
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove
outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Disconnect the leads to the primary of the power
transformer.
5. Ensure that the leads remain isolated from other
components and oven chassis by using insulation tape.
6. After that procedure, reconnect the power supply cord.
When the testing is completed,
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove
outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Reconnect the leads to the primary of the power
transformer.
5. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
6. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is
installed.
7. Run the oven and check all functions.
After repairing
1. Reconnect all leads removed from components during
testing.
2. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
3. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is
installed.
4. Run the oven and check all functions.
Microwave ovens should not be run empty. To test for the
presence of microwave energy within a cavity, place a cup
of cold water on the oven turntable, close the door and set
the power to HIGH and set the microwave timer for two (2)
minutes. When the two minutes has elapsed (timer at zero)
carefully check that the water is now hot. If the water
remains cold carry out Before Servicing procedure and reexamine the connections to the component being tested.
When all service work is completed and the oven is fully
assembled, the microwave power output should be checked
and a microwave leakage test should be carried out.
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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/cm
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.
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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 and the primary interlock relay do 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 MANU AL
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MICROWAVE OVEN
R-320HK/ R-320HQ/ R-320HW
FOREWORD
This Manual has been prepared to provide Sharp Electronics Corp.
Service Personnel with Operation and Service Information for the
SHARP MICROWAVE OVENS,R-320HK,R-320HQ and R-320HW.
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.
WARNING
Never operate the oven until the following points are ensured.
(A) The door is tightly closed.
(B) The door brackets and hinges are not defective.
(C) The door packing is not damaged.
(D) The door is not deformed or warped.
(E) There is no other visible damage with the oven.
Servicing and repair work must be carried out only by trained service
personnel.
DANGER
Certain initial parts are intentionally not grounded and present
a risk of electrical shock only during servicing. Service
personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the
appliance is energized;
High Voltage Capacitor, Power Transformer, Magnetron, High
Voltage Rectifier Assembly, High Voltage Harness;
If provided, Vent Hood, Fan assembly, Cooling Fan Motor.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AND
TEST PROCEDURE
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
WIRING DIAGRAM
PARTS LIST
All the parts marked “*” on parts list are used at voltages more than
250V.
Removal of the outer wrap gives access to voltage above 250V.
All the parts marked “∆” on parts list may cause undue microwave
exposure, by themselves, or when they are damaged, loosened
or removed.
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
SHARP PLAZA, MAHWAH,
NEW JERSEY 07430-2135
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SPECIFICATION
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Power Requirements 120 Volts / 14.2 Amperes
60 Hertz
Single phase, 3 wire grounded
Power Output 1200 watts (IEC TEST PROCEDURE)
Operating frequency of 2450MHz
Case Dimensions Width 20-1/2"
Height 12-1/4"
Depth 17-1/4"
Cooking Cavity Dimensions Width 14-3/4"
Height 8-7/8"
1.2 Cubic Feet Depth 15-1/4"
Control Complement Touch Control System
Clock ( 1:00 - 12:59 )
Timer (0 - 99 min. 99 seconds)
Microwave Power for Variable Cooking
Repetition Rate;
HIGH................................................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
POPCORN pad, KEEP WARM PLUS pad, SENSOR REHEAT pad
CUSTOM HELP pad, SENSOR COOK pad, HOT WATER pad
INSTANT ACTION pads, DEFROSTpad, Number selection pads
POWER LEVEL pad, TIMER/CLOCK pad
STOP/CLEAR pad, START/MINUTE PLUS pad
Oven Cavity Light Yes
Safety Standard UL Listed FCC Authorized
DHHS Rules, CFR, Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter J
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.
Electrical Requirements
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only,
15 or more protected electrical supply. It is recommended that a separate 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
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contact a qualified electrician and have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-pronged wall receptacle or have a grounding adapter
properly grounded and polarized. If the extension cord must be used, it
should be a 3-wire, 15 amp. or higher rated 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 RE-
MOVE THE ROUND GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS
PLUG.
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OVEN DIAGRAM
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13
4
6
12
1
2
3
11 3
8
7
1 Door opening button
Push to open door.
2 Oven door with see-through window
3 Safety door latches
The oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed.
4 Door hinges
5 Door seals and sealing surfaces
6 Turntable motor shaft
7 Removable turntable support
Carefully place the turntable support in the center of the oven floor.
8 Removable turntable
Place the turntable on the turntable support securely. The turntable will
rotate clockwise or counterclockwise.
Only remove for cleaning.
9 Ventilation openings (Rear)
10 Oven light
It will light when oven is operating door is open.
11 Waveguide cover: DO NOT REMOVE.
12 Auto-Touch control panel
13 Time display: 99 minutes, 99 seconds
14 Power supply cord
Grounded
Receptacle Box
3-Pronged
Plug
Grounding Pin
3-Pronged Receptacle
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TOUCH CONTROL PANEL
NOTE:
Some one-touch cooking features such as "MINUTE PLUS" are disabled after three minutes when the oven is not in use. These features
are automatically enabled when the door is opened and closed or the
STOP/ CLEAR pad is pressed.
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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 the door sensing switch and
secondary interlock switch. (In this condition, the monitor
switch contacts are opened.)
When oven is plugged in, 120 volts A.C. is supplied to the
control unit. (Figure O-1).
1. The display will show "ENJOY YOUR OVEN PRESS
CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK".
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. Program the power level by touching the POWER
LEVEL 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)
the secondary interlock switch and primary interlock
relay and is mechanically associated with the door so
that it will function in the following sequence.
(1)When the door opens from the closed position, the
primary interlock relay (RY2) and secondary interlock
switch open their contacts. And contacts of the relay
(RY1) remains closed. Then the monitor switch contacts
close.
(2)When the door is closed from the open position, the
monitor switch contacts open first. Then the contacts of
the secondary interlock switch and door sensing switch
close. And contacts of the relay (RY1) open.
If the secondary interlock switch and primary interlock relay
(RY2) fail with the contacts closed when the door is opened,
the closing of the monitor switch contacts will form a short
circuit through the C/T fuse, secondary interlock switch,
relay (RY1) and primary interlock relay (RY2), causing the
C/T 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 a 32 second time base. Microwave power
operation is as follows:
RELAY CONNECTED COMPONENTS
RY-1 oven lamp/turntable motor/fan motor
RY-2 power transformer
2. 120 volts A.C. is supplied to the primary winding of the
power transformer and is converted to about 3.3 volts
A.C. output on the filament winding, and approximately
2360 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
channelled 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, the
monitor switch, door sensing switch, secondary interlock
switch, relay (RY1) and primary interlock relay are
activated with the following results. The circuits to the
turntable motor, the cooling fan motor, and the high
voltage components are de-energized, the oven lamp
remains on, and the digital read-out displays the time still
remaining in the cook cycle when the door was opened.
7. The monitor switch electrically monitors the operation of
VARI-MODE ON TIME OFF TIME
HIGH (100% power) 32 sec. 0 sec.
P-90 (approx. 90% power) 30 sec. 2 sec.
P-80 (approx. 80% power) 26 sec. 6 sec.
P-70 (approx. 70% power) 24 sec. 8 sec.
P-60 (approx. 60% power) 22 sec. 10 sec.
P-50 (approx. 50% power) 18 sec. 14 sec.
P-40 (approx. 40% power) 16 sec. 16 sec.
P-30 (approx. 30% power) 12 sec. 20 sec.
P-20 (approx. 20% power) 8 sec. 24 sec.
P-10 (approx. 10% power) 6 sec. 26 sec.
P-0 (approx. 0% power) 0 sec. 32 sec.
Note: The ON/OFF time ratio does not correspond with
the percentage of microwave power, because
approx. 3 seconds are needed for heating of the
magnetron filament.
SENSOR COOKING CONDITION
Using the SENSOR function, the food is cooked without
figuring time, power level or quantity. When the oven senses
enough steam from the food, it relays the information to its
microprocessor which will calculate the remaining cooking
time and power level needed for best results. When the food
is cooked, water vapor is developed. The sensor “senses”
the vapor and its resistance increases gradually. When the
resistance reaches the value set according to the menu,
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supplementary cooking is started. The time of supplementary cooking is determined by experiment with each food
category and inputted into the LSI.
An example of how sensor works: (POTATOES)
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1. Potates at room temperature. Vapor is emitted very
slowly.
MICROWAVE
2. Heat Potates. Moisture and humidity is emitted rapidly.
You can smell the aroma as it cooks.
AH SENSOR
MICROWAVE
3. Sensor detects moisture and humidity and calculates
cooking time and variable power.
Cooking Sequence.
1. Operate the oven in sensor cooking mode by referring to
the operation manual.
NOTE: The oven should not be operated on SENSOR
immediately after plugging in the unit. Wait two
minutes before cooking on SENSOR.
2. The coil of shut-off relay (RY-1) is energized, the turntable
motor, oven lamp and cooling fan motor are turned on,
but the power transformer is not turned on.
3. After about 16 seconds, the cook relay (RY-2) is
energized. The power transformer is turned on,
microwave energy is produced and first stage is started.
The 16 seconds is the cooling time required to remove
any vapor from the oven cavity and sensor.
NOTE: During this first stage, do not open the door or touch
STOP/CLEAR pad.
4. When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the
food, the display switches over to the remaining cooking
time and the timer counts down to zero.
At this time, the door may be opened to stir, turn, or
season food.
5. When the timer reaches zero, an audible signal sounds.
The shut-off relay and cook relay are de-energized and
the power transformer, oven lamp, etc. are turned off.
6. Opening the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad, the
time of day will reappear on the display and the oven will
revert to an OFF condition.
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NOTE: CONDITION OF OVEN
SCHEMATIC
1. DOOR CLOSED
2. CLOCK APPEARS ON DISPLAY NOTE: " " indicates components with potential above 250V.
AH SENSOR
120V AC
60 Hz
C/T FUSE TEMPERATURE
GRN
OVEN LAMP
RELAY
N.O.
(RY1)
FUSE 150˚C (OVEN)
OVEN
LAMP
OL
SECONDARY
INTERLOCK
SWITCH
COM.
CONTROL UNIT
TTM
TURNTABLE
MOTOR
FM
FAN
MOTOR
N.O.
COM.
B2
F3
PRIMARY
INTERLOCK
RELAY
DOOR
SENSING
SWITCH
F1
F2
(RY2)
B1
MONITOR
SWITCH
POWER
TRANSFORMER
CAPACITOR
1µF
AC 2300V
RECTIFIER
Figure O-1. Oven Schematic-Off Condition
NOTE: CONDITION OF OVEN
1. DOOR CLOSED
2. COOKING TIME PROGRAMMED
3. VARIABLE COOKING CONTROL "HIGH" (100%)
4. "START" PAD TOUCHED
SCHEMATIC
C/T FUSE TEMPERATURE
FUSE 150˚C (OVEN)
N.O.
AH SENSOR
F2
F3
POWER
TRANSFORMER
F1
MAGNETRON
120V AC
60 Hz
GRN
N.O.
OVEN LAMP
RELAY
(RY1)
COM.
OL
PRIMARY
INTERLOCK
RELAY
CONTROL UNIT
OVEN
LAMP
SECONDARY
INTERLOCK
SWITCH
TTM
TURNTABLE
MOTOR
FM
FAN
MOTOR
COM.
(RY2)
B2
DOOR
SENSING
SWITCH
B1
Figure O-2. Oven Schematic-Cooking Condition
MONITOR
SWITCH
CAPACITOR
1µF
AC 2300V
RECTIFIER
MAGNETRON
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DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS
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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
latch head. The latch heads are moved upward and released from latch hook. Now the door will open.
Door
Latch
Heads
Switch Lever
Latch Hook
Door Sensing
Switch
Monitor Switch
Secondary
Interlock Switch
Figure D-1. Door Open Mechanism
DOOR SENSING AND SECONDARY INTERLOCK
SWITCHES
The secondary interlock switch is mounted in the lower
position of the latch hook and the door sensing switch in the
primary interlock system is mounted in the upper position of
the latch hook. They are activated by the latch heads on the
door. When the door is opened, the switches interrupt the
power to all high voltage components. A cook cycle cannot
take place until the door is firmly closed thereby activating
both interlock switches. The primary interlock system consists of the door sensing switch and primary 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
blowing the C/T fuse, when the contacts of the primary
interlock relay (RY2) and secondary interlock switch fail to
open when the door is opened.
Functions:
1. When the door is opened, the monitor switch contacts
close (to the ON condition) due to their being normally
closed. At this time the primary interlock relay (RY2) and
secondary interlock switch are 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 and secondary interlock switch contacts close.
3. If the door is opened, and the primary interlock relay
(RY2) and the secondary interlock switch contact fail to
open, the C/T fuse blows simultaneously with closing of
the monitor switch contacts.
CAUTION: BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN C/T FUSE,
TEST THE DOOR SENSING SWITCH, PRIMARY INTERLOCK RELAY (RY2), SECONDARY INTERLOCK SWITCH AND MONITOR
SWITCH FOR PROPER OPERATION. (REFER TO CHAPTER "TEST PROCEDURE").
NOTE: C/T FUSE AND MONITOR 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 food on the turntable
is cooked evenly. 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 vents
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.
TEMPERATURE FUSE (OVEN)
The temperature fuse, located on the top of the oven cavity,
is designed to prevent damage to the oven by fire. If the food
load is overcooked, by either error in cook time or defect in
the control unit, the temperature fuse will open.
Under normal operation, the temperature fuse remains
closed. However, when abnormally high temperatures are
reached within the oven cavity, the temperature fuse will
open at 302˚F(150˚C), causing the oven to shut down.
C/T FUSE
1. The C/T fuse blows when the contacts (COM-NO) of the
primary interlock relay (RY2) and secondary interlock
switch remain closed with the oven door open and when
the monitor switch closes.
2. If the wire harness or electrical components are shortcircuited, this C/T fuse blows to prevent an electric shock
or fire hazard.
3. The C/T fuse, located near the magnetron, is designed
to prevent damage to the magnetron. If an over heated
condition develops in the magnetron due to cooling fan
failure, obstructed air guide, dirty or blocked air intake,
etc., the C/T fuse will open.
Under normal operation, the C/T fuse remains closed.
However, when abnormally high temperatures are reached
within the oven cavity, the C/T fuse will open at 302˚F
(150˚C), causing the oven to shut down or when the electric
currents beyond 20A flow, the C/T fuse will open.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Never touch any part in the circuit with your hand or an uninsulated tool while the power supply is connected.
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 C/T fuse, check the monitor switch, primary
interlock relay (RY2), door sensing switch and secondary interlock switch before replacing the C/T fuse.
If C/T fuse is replaced, the monitor switch must also be replaced. Use part FFS-BA034WRKZ as an
assembly.
IMPORTANT: Whenever troubleshooting is performed with the power supply cord disconnected. It may in, some cases,
be necessary to connect the power supply cord after the outer case has been removed, in this event,
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Disconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5. Ensure that the leads remain isolated from other components and oven chassis by using insulation tape.
6. After that procedure, reconnect the power supply cord.
When the testing is completed,
1. Disconnect the power supply cord, and then remove outer case.
2. Open the door and block it open.
3. Discharge high voltage capacitor.
4. Reconnect the leads to the primary of the power transformer.
5. Reinstall the outer case (cabinet).
6. Reconnect the power supply cord after the outer case is installed.
7. Run the oven and check all functions.
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