Amana F1961E Microwave Parts Owner’s Manual

Amana F1961E Microwave Parts

SERVICE INFORMATION

TOOLS AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

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

• Diagonal pliers
• Long nose pliers
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Wrench (size 5mm)
• Nutdriver (size 5mm)
• Adjustable wrench
• Soldering iron
• Solder
• Vinyl insulation tape
• Polishing cloth

NECESSARY MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

• TESTER (VOLTS-DC, AC, Ohmmeter)
• Microwave survey meter
  • Holiday H 1-1500 Hl-1501
  • Narda 8100 8200
• Inch scale
• 600 cc nonconductive material beaker (glass or plastic), inside diameter: approx. 8.5 cm (31 12 in.)
• Cylindrical and made of borosilicate glass vessel. max. thickness: 3 mm outside diameter: approx. 190mm height: approx. 90mm
• Glass thermometer: 100° c or 212° F (1 deg scale)

MICROWAVE LEAKAGE TEST

CAUTIONS

• Be sure to check microwave leakage before servicing the oven if the oven is operative before servicing.
• The service personnel should inform the manufacturer importer, or assembler of any certified oven unit found to have a microwave emission level over 5 mW/cm2 and should repair any unit found to have excessive emission levels at no cost to the owner and should ascertain the cause of the excessive leakage. The service personnel should instruct the owner not to use the unit until the oven has been brought into compliance.
• If the oven operates with the door open, the service personnel should:
  • Tell the user not to operate the oven.
  • Contact the manufacturer.
• The service personnel should check all surface and vent openings for microwave leakage.
• Check for microwave leakage after every servicing. The power density of the microwave radiation leakage emitted by the microwave oven should not exceed 4 mW/cm”. Always start measuring an unknown field to ensure the safety of operating personnel from radiation leakage.

MEASURING MICROWAVE ENERGY LEAKAGE

• Pour 275±15cc of 20±5 ° C(68±9 ° F) water into a beaker that is graduated to 600 cc, and place the beaker on the center of the turntable.
• Set the energy leakage monitor to 2,450 MHz and use it following the manufacturer’s recommended test procedure to ensure correct results.
• When measuring the leakage, always use the 2-inch (5cm) spacer supplied with the probe.
• Operate the oven at its maximum output.
• Measure the microwave radiation using an electromagnetic radiation monitor by holding the probe perpendicular to the surface being measured

Move the probe along the shaded area Probe scanning speed Less than 2.5 cm/sec ( 1 in/sec)

MEASUREMENT WITH OUTER CASE REMOVED

• When you replace the magnetron, measure for microwave energy leakage before the outer case is installed and after all necessary components are replaced or adjusted. Special care should be taken in measuring the following parts. (Circled area of Fig. below)
  • Around the magnetron
  • The waveguide

WARNING : AVOID CONTACTING ANY HIGH-VOLTAGE PARTS

MEASUREMENT WITH A FULLY ASSEMBLED OVEN

• After all components, including the outer case, are fully assembled, measure for microwave energy leakage around the door viewing window, the exhaust opening, and air inlet openings.
• Microwave energy leakage must not exceed the values prescribed below.

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

NOTE WHEN MEASURING

• Do not exceed meter full-scale deflection.
• The test probe must be removed no faster than 1 inch/sec (2.5 cm/sec) along the shaded area, otherwise, a false reading may result.
• The test probe must be held with the grip portion of the handle. A false reading may result if the operator’s hand is between the handle and the probe.
• When testing near a corner of the door, keep the probe perpendicular to the surface making sure the probe is horizontally along the oven surface; this may cause probe damage.

RECORD KEEPING AND NOTIFICATION AFTER MEASUREMENT

• After adjustment and repair of any microwave energy interruption or microwave energy blocking device, record the measured values for future reference. Also, enter the information on the service invoice.
• The microwave energy leakage should not be more than 4 mW/cm.sq. after determining that all parts are in good condition, functioning properly and genuine replacement parts which are listed in this manual have been used.
• At least once a year, have the electromagnetic energy leakage monitor checked for calibration by its manufacturer.

MEASUREMENT OF MICROWAVE POWER OUTPUT

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

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

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

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

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

• The microwave power output P in watts is calculated from the following formula
  and is measured while the microwave generator is operating at full power. Magnetron filament heat-up time is not included. (about 3 sec)

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

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

DISASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

OUTER CASE REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the power supply cord from the outlet.
2. Remove the screws from the rear of the case. The outer case must be moved backward to be lifted off.

POWER SUPPLY CORD

1. Remove the outer case.
2. Disconnect two terminals, and remove one screw from the ground terminal.

CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY

1. Open the door.
2. Disconnect the lead wire from RELAY (RY2) of the PCB SUB ASS’Y.
3. Disconnect the lead wire from the connector (CN1) of the PCB SUB ASS’Y.
4. Lift and pull out the control panel assembly carefully from the cavity.

CAUTION: DISCHARGE THE HIGH-VOLTAGE CAPACITOR BEFORE SERVICING (refer to pages 2-1)

PCB ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

1. Remove the control panel assembly from the cavity. (Refer to control panel assembly removal on the previous page.)
2. Remove screws that hold the PCB SUB ASS’Y to the control panel.
3. Disconnect the flat cable from the PCB SUB ASS’Y and take off the PCB SUB ASS’Y

DOOR MAIN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

1. Open the door.

2. Twist the stopper.
   CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the door seal plate with a screwdriver.

3. Lift and push the door.

NOTE

1. After replacing the door, be sure to check that the primary switch, monitor switch, and secondary switch operate normally.
2. After replacing the door, check for microwave energy leakage with a survey meter. Microwave energy must be below the limit of 4 mW/cm. (with a 275 ml water load)
3. When mounting the door assembly to the oven assembly, be sure to adjust the door assembly parallel to the chassis. Also, adjust so the door has no play between the inner door surface and oven frame assembly. If the door assembly is not mounted properly, microwaves may leak from the clearance between the door and the oven.

MAGNETRON REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the lead wire from the magnetron.
2. Carefully remove the mounting screws holding the magnetron and the waveguide.
3. Remove the magnetron ASS’Y until the tube is clear from the waveguide.

NOTE

1. When removing the magnetron, make sure its dome does not hit any adjacent parts, or it may be damaged.
2. When replacing the magnetron, be sure to install the magnetron gasket in the correct position and be sure that the gasket is in good condition.
3. After replacing the magnetron, check for microwave leakage with a survey meter around the magnetron. Microwave energy must be below the limit of 5 mW/cm2. (With a 275 ml. water load). Make sure that the gasket is rigidly attached to the magnetron. To prevent microwave leakage, tighten the mounting screws properly, making sure there is no gap between the waveguide and the magnetron.

REMOVING THE TURNTABLE MOTOR

1. Remove the turntable and rotating ring.
2. Lay the unit down on its back.
3. Remove the turntable motor cover. The turntable base cover is easily removed by pinching the eight parts with a wire cutting.
4. Disconnect the lead wire from the turntable motor terminals.
5. Remove the screw securing the turntable motor to the oven cavity ASS’Y
6. After repairing the motor, rotate the removed turntable motor cover.
7. Fit the turntable motor cover’s projecting part to the base plate slit.

NOTE

1. Remove the wire lead from the turntable motor VERY CAREFULLY.
2. Be sure to grasp the connector, not the wires, when removing.

REMOVING SENSOR

1. Disconnect the lead wire from the PCB Assembly.
2. Remove a screw securing the sensor duct.

HIGH VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER REMOVAL

1. Discharge the high-voltage capacitor.
2. Disconnect the lead wire from the magnetron, high voltage transformer, and capacitor.
3. Remove the screw holding the high-voltage transformer to the baseplate.

FAN MOTOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

1. Discharge the high-voltage capacitor.
2. Disconnect the lead wire from the fan motor, noise filter, and high-voltage capacitor.
3. Remove the two screws holding the suction guide ASS’Y to the oven cavity and remove the high voltage diode earth screw.
4. Remove the two screws holding the fan motor ASS’Y to the suction guide ASS’Y.

HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR AND DIODE REMOVAL

1. Discharge the high-voltage capacitor.
2. Disconnect the lead wire from the fan motor, noise filter, and high-voltage capacitor.
3. Remove the screw holding the suction guide ASS’Y to the oven cavity and remove the high voltage diode earth screw.
4. Remove the screw holding the high-voltage capacitor bracket.

INTERLOCK SYSTEM

1. INTERLOCK MECHANISM The door lock mechanism is a device that has been specially designed to eliminate microwave activity when the door is opened during cooking and thus to prevent the danger resulting from microwave leakage.
2. MOUNTING OF THE PRIMARY/MONITOR/ SECONDARY SWITCHES TO THE LATCH BOARD
3. INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE LATCH BOARD TO THE OVEN ASSEMBLY

• Mount the latch board to the oven assembly.
• Adjust the latch board in the arrow direction so that the oven door will not have any play in it when the door is closed.
• Tighten the mounting screw.
• Check for play in the door by pushing the door release button. Door movement should be less than 0.5 mm. (1/64 inch)
  Don’t push the door release button while making this adjustment. Make sure that the latch moves smoothly after adjustment is completed and that the screws are tight. Make sure the primary, monitor, and secondary switches operate properly by following the continuity test procedure.

INTERLOCK CONTINUITY TEST

WARNING : FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE RADIATION EMISSION, REPLACE ONLY WITH IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

• TYPE NO. SZM-V 16-FA-63 OR VP-533A-OF FOR PRIMARY SWITCH
• TYPE NO. SZM-V 16-FA-62 OR VP-532A-OF FOR MONITOR SWITCH
• TYPE NO. SZM-V 16-FA-63 OR VP-533A-OF FOR SECONDARY SWITCH

PRIMARY INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST

When the door release button is depressed slowly with the door closed, an audible click should be heard at the same time or successively at intervals. When the button is released slowly, the latches should activate the switches with an audible click. If the latches do not activate the switches when the door is closed, the switches should be adjusted under the adjustment procedure. Disconnect the wire lead from the primary switch. Connect the ohmmeter leads to the common (COM) and normally open (NO) terminal of the switch. The meter should indicate an open circuit in the door open condition. When the door is closed, the meter should indicate a closed circuit. When the primary switch operation is abnormal, make the necessary adjustments or replace the switch only with the same type of switch.

SECONDARY INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST
Disconnect the wire lead from the secondary switch. Connect the ohmmeter leads to the common (COM) and normally open (NO) terminals of the switch. The meter should indicate an open circuit in the door open condition. When the door is closed, the meter should indicate a closed circuit. When the secondary switch operation is abnormal, make the necessary adjustments or replace the switch only with the same type of switch.

MONITOR SWITCH TEST

Disconnect the wire lead from the monitor switch. Connect the ohmmeter leads to the common (COM) and normally closed (NC) terminals of the switch. The meter should indicate a closed circuit in the door open condition. When the door is closed, the meter should indicate an open circuit. When the monitor switch operation is abnormal, replace it with the same type of switch.

NOTE: After repairing the door or the interlock system, it is necessary to do this continuity test before operating the oven.

COMPONENT TEST PROCEDURE

CAUTIONS

1. DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD FROM THE OUTLET WHENEVER REMOVING THE OUTER CASE FROM THE UNIT. PROCEED WITH THE TEST ONLY AFTER DISCHARGING THE HIGH-VOLTAGE CAPACITOR AND REMOVING THE WIRE LEADS FROM THE PRIMARY WINDING OF THE HIGH-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER. (SEE PAGE 2-1)
2. ALL OPERATIONAL CHECKS WITH MICROWAVE ENERGY MUST BE DONE WITH A LOAD (1 LITER OF WATER IN CONTAINER) IN THE OVEN.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WHEN YOU GET A COMPLAINT FROM YOUR CUSTOMER, EVALUATE THE COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. IF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS APPLY, PLEASE INSTRUCT THE CUSTOMER IN THE PROPER USE OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN. THIS CAN ELIMINATE AN UNNECESSARY SERVICE CALL.

CAUTIONS

1. Check grounding before checking for trouble.
2. Be careful of the high-voltage circuit.
3. Discharge the high-voltage capacitor. (See page 2-1)
4. When checking the continuity of the switches or of the high voltage transformer, disconnect one lead wire from these parts and then check continuity with the AC plug removed. To do otherwise may result in a false reading or damage to your meter.
5. Do not touch any part of the circuit on the PCB since static electric discharge may damage this control panel. Always touch yourself to the ground while working on this panel to discharge any static charge built up in your body. (Micom model only)

(TROUBLE 1) The following visual conditions indicate a probable defective control circuit.

1. Incomplete segments.
   • Segment missing.
   • Partial segment missing.
   • Digit flickering (NOTE: Slight flickering is normal.)
2. The colon does not turn on or blink.
3. A distinct change in the brightness of one or more numbers in the display.
4. One or more digits in the display are not lit.
5. The display indicates a number different from one touched, for example, keys 5 and 3 appear in the display.
6. Specific numbers (for example 7 or 9) will not display when key pad is touched.
7. The display does not count down with time blinking or up with clock operation.
8. The display obviously jumps in time while counting down.
9. Display counts down too fast while cooking.
10. Each indicator light does not turn on after setting the cooking cycle.
11. The display time of day does not reappear when cooking is finished.

(TROUBLE 2) The oven does not operate at all, the Display window does not display any figures, and no input is accepted.

NOTE : All these switches must be replaced at the same time. Refer to

(TROUBLE 3) The display shows all figures set, but the oven does not start cooking while desired program times are set and the START pad is touched .

(TROUBLE 4) The oven seems to be operating but little heat is produced in the oven load.

NOTE : Simple test of power output conducted by heating one liter of water for one min. if available. A minimum 8.5 ° C temperature rise is a normal condition.

(TROUBLE 5) No microwave oscillation even though the oven lamp and fan motor run.  (Display operates properly)

NOTE :

• Make sure the wire leads correct position.
• When Removing the wire leads from the parts, be sure to grasp the connector, not the wires.
• When removing the magnetron, be sure to install the magnetron gasket in the correct position and good condition.

References

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