Amana RFS12SW2C Service Manual page 18

F. MAGNETRON REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the lead wire from the magnetron.
2) Remove the duct ASS'Y.
3) Carefully remove the mounting screws holding the
magnetron and the waveguide.
4) 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/cm 2 . (With a 275 ml. water load).
Make sure that 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.
Magnetron
Magnetron
5-5
G. REMOVING THE BOTTOM STIRRER
FAN MOTOR
1) Lay the unit down on its back.
2) Remove the screw securing the base cover.
3) Disconnect the leadwire from the stirrer fan motor
terminals.
4) Remove the screw securing the stirrer fan motor to
the oven cavity ASS'Y
5) After repairing the motor, replace the removed
base cover.
6) The taptite screw shall be used when a turntable
motor cover is secured with a screw.
NOTE:
1. Remove the wire lead from the stirrer fan motor
VERY CAREFULLY.
2. Be sure to grasp the connector, not the wires, when
removing.
Taptite Screw
Base cover
Wire Leads
Stirrer Fan Motor