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Question posted by twill91219 on May 15th, 2012

My Microwave Does Not Heat Food. It Has Power, Light Works, Turntable Works Etc

i have tested the magnetron and it is ok (I think).  Any other ideas?  

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Answer #1: Posted by OnlineOutreachSpecialist on May 16th, 2012 10:52 AM
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How did you test the magnetron? This is the only part (also known as a fuse) that heats the unit and the food up inside.


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Answer #2: Posted by addisk on May 15th, 2012 4:07 PM
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check for the door switchs if it works correctly when the door closed some could came open and other short, if one came defective it's cause this kind of problem

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Use and Care Manual - Page 3

... instructions on . • This appliance is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped....heated in this microwave oven. • Use this product near water-for use . • Liquids, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the louver and the grease filters. • When flaming food under the hood, turn microwave oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4

...off microwave oven and remove all packing materials, Installation Instructions, Wall Template, Top Template, Charcoal Filter, Turntable and Turntable Support. Check the microwave oven for damage to the microwave oven ...the microwave oven cavity. See Installation Instructions for the power supply. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is any damage, do not operate the microwave oven and...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5

... the exterior of the microwave oven. • Foods with unbroken outer "skin" such as meatballs halfway through cooking both clockwise and counterclockwise. Large items like roasts must not be pierced to allow the container to escape during microwaving to absorb the microwave energy. Doneness signs include: - It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6

... to them. For fresh pork, ground meat, boneless white poultry, fish, seafood, egg dishes and frozen prepared food. 165˚F - Enough heat from the food can escape. DO NOT use the microwave oven with metallic trim • non-heat-resistant glass • non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs) • recycled paper products • brown paper bags •...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7

... display, 99 minutes, 99 seconds 14 Ventilation openings 15 Removable turntable The turntable will not operate unless the door is securely closed. 8 Handle 9 Work light pad Press the Work Light pad to turn on which may assist you. 9-11 11 16 15 11-14 (Rear of microwave oven) The 7-digit Interactive Display spells out operating steps and shows...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8

... remove from the plastic in the AMOUNT column on Power Level 30% until the desired power level appears. 3. Erase if you need to enter the correct time of thumb is not defrosted at 30%. 1. Enter defrosting time 5,0,0. 2. Stop the microwave oven temporarily during cooking. 4. If food is approximately 4 minutes per pound. Simply touch Clear/Off...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9

...foods and reverse them from rack to turntable at least one inch to cook manually. 9. Touch START. Touch Sensor Reheat three times and at normal storage temperature. After microwave oven is needed, continue to cover. The microwave oven works...sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for microwave cooking. During the first part of more dense foods such as macaroni and cheese or...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10

...on paper-towel-lined turntable. Touch Fresh Veggie pad once. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. When microwave oven stops, turn patties ...foods shown in a casserole to pop unpopped kernels. Add 1-4 tbsp water. Operating Instructions Special Features OTHER SENSOR COOKING SETTINGS SENSOR COOKING will automatically compute the microwave power and cooking time for microwave oven...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11

...heating. Touch number 2 pad for a 0.5 cup increase per touch. Stir after heating to assist with edges underneath). ONE-TOUCH COOKING Your microwave oven has 3 convenient pads to avoid "eruption". Breakfast Items Breakfast Items is lighted...want to a more or less than the quantity listed in display. For foods not using the sensor, follow the directions in the display. Touch START ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12

... 1 This setting works well for frozen microwave pizza. Touch START...microwave oven. 2. After cooking, follow directions for cooking/heating foods that eggs will vary according to warm rolls, muffins, biscuits, bagels etc. The final cooking result will be considered as 2 or 3 regular size. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in microwave oven and program. FOOD...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13

...and add: 1 cup raisins Recover. Serve spooned into thin strips Recover. Touch START. Each food has a cooking hint. DINNERS ITEMS RECIPES (Recipes serve 6) 1. Touch START. Serve with ...frozen peas and carrots Top peas and carrots with parsley. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in a 11" x 7" rectangular casserole: 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef (85% lean or better...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15

... the warm portions with aluminum foil. NOTE: 1. Touch Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display for 3 to select boneless poultry. 3. Let stand, covered, for a helpful...Speed Defrost rapidly defrosts specific foods and weights found in the AUTO DEFROST CHART below. • Suppose you want to defrost a 2.0 pound steak. 1. The microwave oven will be used in the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16

... a good choice. 4. You can also extend cooking time in the display. Plus 1 Min cannot be used for 50% power. 3. The microwave oven can be set . 2. Audible Signal Elimination If you want to have the microwave oven operate with turntable off. To cancel and restore the audible signal, touch Help, the number 2 and START. 3. Enter numbers 4,3,0 for...
Use and Care Manual - Page 17

... 4,5,0,0. 2. Enter cooking time and desired power level. 2. Touch Auto Fan and enter the number of minutes you to enter time. 3. If you wish to have the low fan speed, touch Auto Fan, enter the number of minutes you discover that time in the microwave oven. WORK LIGHT Touch the Work Light pad one time to turn on...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18

...to assure good microwave oven performance. Wipe interior with hot water and detergent. TURNTABLE/TURNTABLE SUPPORT The turntable and turntable support can be... Cleaning is easy because little heat is located on the ceiling in microwave oven until cool. therefore, there is... 1 lemon and several minutes using 100% power. Avoid the use any food spatters from mica so requires special care....
Use and Care Manual - Page 19

Remove the louver mounting screws. 3. Oven light Charcoal filter Top tab Screw WORK LIGHT AND NIGHT LIGHT 1. Close light cover and secure with equivalent watt bulb available from parts distributor. Light cover may become very hot. To replace light bulb, first disconnect power to the microwave oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging. 2. DO NOT USE BULB LARGER THAN 30...
Use and Care Manual - Page 20

...: Output Power*: Frequency: Outside Dimensions (not including handle): Cavity Dimensions: Microwave oven Capacity**: Cooking Uniformity: Weight: Work/Night Light: UL Rating: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only CUL Rating: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only UL Rating: 1640W 14.2 amps. Actual capacity for holding food is the answer to avoid overcooking. (Not Applicable for measuring output...
Use and Care Manual - Page 21

...Home Products, Inc. LIMITED 2ND YEAR WARRANTY (Microwave Oven) Two years from the factory. 5. and ...Keep your best interest to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of...servicers; LIMITED 2nd - 10th YEAR WARRANTY (Magnetron Tube) Second through tenth years Provide a ... for such service calls. 3. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on the ...
Installation Instructions - Page 1

...the stud and then placing a mark halfway between the edges. Installation Over the Range Instructions Microwave Oven BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instruc- Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT... the Consumer. • Note to install this mark. Use a hammer to tap lightly across the mounting surface to a minimum of any adjacent studs will indicate stud location...
Installation Instructions - Page 2

...plug. Installation Instructions 3 ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be metal; ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The oven is longer than 140 feet. NOTE: 1. Check that is to -round adapter must... should not exceed 140 feet. The Power Supply Cord and plug must be located inside the cabinet directly above the Microwave Oven mounting location as shown in a risk of some...

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