Kenmore 228853 Use & Care Manual page 36

Fan running during cooktop usage
■ This is normal. The microwave oven's cooling fan, which is
separate from the vent fan, automatically comes on during
microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. Both
the vent fan and the cooling fan may also automatically come
on and cycle on and off to cool the microwave oven's
controls while the cooktop below is being used.
Cooking times seem too long
■ Is the cooking power set properly?
See "Microwave Cooking Power" section.
■ Are large amounts of food being heated?
Larger amounts of food need longer cooking times.
■
Is the incoming voltage less than specified in "Microwave
Hood Combination Safety?"
Have a qualified electrician check the electrical system in the
home.
Odor coming from microwave oven during convection
cooking
■ This is normal for the first few convection cycles. The odor
will dissipate with repeated use.
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Quartz bulb does not appear to be on
■ This is not unusual. See "Grill Element" section.
■
Is the element still working properly?
To check proper operation of elements, place 2 slices of
bread on the tall grill rack, place the rack on the turntable and
close the door. Program the microwave oven using Manual
Grill – without microwaves – for 4 minutes (see "Manual
Method Cooking" section). The bread should toast dark
brown. If the bread does not toast, contact a Sears trained
specialist. See back cover.
Radio, TV or cordless phone interference
■ Is the radio or TV receiver near the microwave oven?
Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust
the radio or TV antenna.
■
Are the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces clean?
Make sure these areas are clean.
■ Is the cordless phone frequency 2.4 GHz?
Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless
networks may experience static or noise while the microwave
oven is on. Use a corded phone or a different frequency
cordless phone, or avoid using these items during microwave
oven operation.