Procedure For Measuring Microwave Energy Leakage - Panasonic Microwave Ovens with Inverters Technical Manual

Procedure for measuring microwave energy leakage

A radiation leakage test should be done every time the unit is repaired. If the
result of the test registers a reading higher than 2mW/cm
companies, PASC, PSC, or PCI immediately.
The U.S. Government standard is 5 mW/cm
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2mW/cm stated here is our own voluntary standard. (1mW/cm
Equipment
• Electromagnetic radiation monitor
• Glass thermometer 212°F or 100°C
• 600cc glass beaker
Procedure for measuring radiation leakage
1. Do not exceed the meter full-scale deflection. The leakage monitor should
initially be set to the highest scale.
2. To prevent false readings, the test probe should be held by the grip
portion of the handle only.
3. Pour 275 ± 15cc (9Oz± 1/2oz) of 68° ± 9°F water in a 600cc beaker and
place in the center of the oven.
4. Set the radiation monitor to 2450MHz and use it following the
manufacturer's recommended test procedure to assure correct results.
When measuring the leakage, always use the 2" (5cm) spacer supplied
with the probe.
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while in the customer's home.
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