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BASIC: MC17J8000CS MODEL: MC17T8000C* MODEL CODE: MC17T8000C*/AA 1. Precaution 2. Product Specification 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 4. Alignment and Adjustments 5. Troubleshooting 6. PCB Diagrams 7. Wiring Diagrams 8. Schematic Diagrams Refer to the service manual in the GSPN(see rear cover) for the more information.
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 1. Precaution Follow these special safety precautions . Although the microwave oven is completely safe during ordinary use, repair work can be extremely hazardous due to possible exposure to microwave radiation, as well as potentially lethal high voltages and currents .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 1. Precaution 1-2 Special High Voltage Precautions 1. High Voltage Warning Do not attempt to measure any of the high voltages --this includes the filament voltage of the magnetron . High voltage is present during any cook cycle .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 2. Specifications 2-2 Accessory Item Description Code No. Q’ty TRAY COOKING DE74-20016A TRAY-CONVECTION DE63-00234A ASSY GUIDE ROLLER DE97-00368D ASSY HOOD DAMPER DE92-90242D ASSY HARD WARE DE92-90505P FILTER AIR DE63-00666A FILTER CHARCOAL...
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 2. Specifications 2-3 Table of Specifications Basic Model New Model Items MC17J8000CS/AA MC17T8000C*/AA Oven Cavity 1 .7 1 .7 Controls 10 power levels, including defrost 10 power levels, including defrost Timer...
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-1 Tool for assembly and disassembly MAGNETRON, MOTOR ASSEMBLY, VENT BLOWER AND HIGH VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER Oven must be removed from wall. REMOVING OVEN FROM WALL (2 PEOPLE REQUIRED) Oven is hooked on metal tabs at bottom of wall mounting plate and to cabinet by (3) top cabinet bolts .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-2 Disassembly of Assembly Grille and Panel Outer Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect oven power . 2. Remove Grille . 1) Remove 2 screws Grille 2) Slide the Grille to the left, then pull it straight out .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-2 Disassembly of Assembly Grille and Panel Outer Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 5. On right-hand side of the oven, remove 3 screws . 6. On the left-hand side of the oven, remove 2 screws .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-3 Replacement of Control Circuit Board 3-3-1 MAIN PBA Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect power and remove Grille . 2. Be sure to ground any static electric charge in your body and never touch the control circuit .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-3-2 SUB Module Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Remove the Door-E(Page 18) 2. Remove screws(2) on the Sub-PCB cover . 3. Disconnect 1 tail and 2 connectors from the Removal of P .C .B...
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-4 Replacement of High Voltage Transformer and HVC and Base bottom Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect Oven Power . 2. Remove Grille, Panel Outer and Control Box .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-5 Replacement of Magnetron Parts Explanation Photo Explanation Remove the magnetron including the shield case, permanent magnet, choke coils and capacitors (all of which are contained in one assembly) .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-6 Replacement of Door Assembly Parts Disassembly Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect the lead wire . 2. Remove the ground screw . Removal of 3. Remove Door pin .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly Parts Disassembly Photo Explanation Removal of 7. Detach the spring and key door from Door . Key Door & Spring 8. Remove 5 screws securing Door “E” to Door “A” .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-7 Replacement of Fuse Parts Explanation Photo Explanation The fuse is located on the noise filter. 1. Disconnect power and remove grille and Assembly Control Box .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-9 Replacement of Upper Duct Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect power and remove Grille and Duct-Upper Panel Outer . Bracket 2. Remove the Duct-upper Bracket .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-9 Replacement of Upper Duct Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 8. Disconnect all connectors and take out all wires from wire saddle . 9. Remove all screws(5) on the Duct- upper .
4. Assemble the lamp cover and the mounting screw . NOTE1: To purchase a new Incandescent lamp, visit an authorized service center or call 1-800-Samsung (1-800-726-7864) . NOTE2: The power consumption of the LED lamp is 1 .8W in AC 120V, 60Hz .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-11 Replacement of Oven Light Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect Oven power . 2. Remove the Grille and Panel Outer . 3. Remove the bracket Duct upper by Oven Light removing 1 screw .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-12 Replacement of Convection Fan Assembly Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect power and remove Grille and Panel Outer . 2. Remove Rubber band . Heater Air Guide 3.
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-13 Replacement of Grill Heater Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect power and remove Grille and Panel Outer . 2. Remove the Duct-upper . 3. Remove the nuts(2) .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-14 Replacement of Thermal Sensor Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect power and remove Grille and Panel Outer . 2. Remove the rubber gasket . 3. Remove the nut by using 7mm vox .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-15 Replacement of Damper Motor & Damper Motor Switch Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect power and remove Grille and Panel Outer . 2. Take out Noise Filter .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 3. Disassembly and Reassembly 3-16 Replacement of Fan Motor Parts Explanation Photo Explanation 1. Disconnect power and remove Grille and Panel Outer . 2. Remove the Fan Blade by using long nose .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 4. Alignment and Adjustments PRECAUTION 1. High voltage is present at the high voltage terminals during any cook cycle . 2. It is neither necessary nor advisable to attempt measurement of the high voltage .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 4. Alignment and Adjustments 4-4 High Voltage Diode 1. Isolate the diode from the circuit by disconnecting its leads . 2. With the ohm-meter set at the highest resistance scale, measure across the diode terminals .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 4. Alignment and Adjustments 4-7 Vent Exhaust Blower Motor THIS COMPONENT REQUIRES REMOVAL OF MICROWAVE OVEN FROM INSTALLATION FOR SERVICING . RUN CAPACITOR The run capacitor is located behind the top grill above the control area .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 4. Alignment and Adjustments 4-8 Thermal Cutout (TCO’S) There are 4 different thermal cutouts in this unit with 4 different purposes. They are : 1. Oven thermal cutout (flame sensor), on cavity top.
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 4. Alignment and Adjustments 4-8-3 Hood Thermal Cutout This cutout will protect the touch control from excessive heat by turning the vent fan on at low speed . If the surface units of the range are used for long periods of time heat will build up and could damage the microwave control .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 4. Alignment and Adjustments 4-9 Output Power of Magnetron PRECAUTION MICROWAVE RADIATION PERSONNEL SHOULD NOT ALLOW EXPOSURE TO MICROWAVE RADIATION FROM MICROWAVE GENERATOR OR OTHER PARTS CONDUCTING MICROWAVE ENERGY . The output power of the magnetron can be measured by performing a water temperature rise test .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 4. Alignment and Adjustments 4-10 Procedure for Measurement of Microwave Energy Leakage 1. Pour 275±15cc of 20±5°C(68±9°F) water in a beaker which is graduated to 600cc, and place the beaker in the center of the oven .
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting 5-1 Information Code List Information Others (E-0X, Letter) Solution Code The temperature sensor reads the temperature C-20 incorrectly . Replace the Sensor Temperature sensor detects a higher temperature C-21 than the setting temperature .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting 5-1-1 C-20 Error “C-20” error code is displayed . Is the sensor Connect the sensor . disconnected? Is the sensor wire Connect the wires correctly connected properly? Does the voltage...
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting 5-1-2 C-21 Error “C-21” error code is displayed . Is it microwave mode? Is the oven internal tem- “C-21” error occurred . perature over 230℃? Clear the current state with the cancel key .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting 5-1-3 C-F0 / C-F2 Error “C-F0”/”C-F2” error code is displayed . Is the connection between Main PCB and Sub Connect the connector PCB(C-F0)/Touch IC(C-F2) disconnected? Change Main PCB or Sub PCB(C-F0)/Touch IC(C-F2) .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting 5-1-4 C-A1 Error “C-A1” error code is displayed . Is the wire between Main PCB and Damper Motor connected Replace the Damper Motor . properly? Connect the wires correctly .
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting 5-1-5 C-F1 Error “C-F1” error code is displayed . Has the EEPROM Insert and solder been inserted? an EEPROM Is the EEPROM Replace the terminal opened or is there...
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting 5-1-6 C-D0 Error “C-D0” error code is displayed . Is there water or moisture Remove moisture . around the button? Is the Wire Reassemble Wire and Touch and Touch Film well...
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 5. Troubleshooting PRECAUTION 1. CHECK GROUNDING BEFORE CHECKING FOR TROUBLE . 2. BE CAREFUL OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE CIRCUIT . 3. DISCHARGE THE HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR . 4. WHEN CHECKING THE CONTINUITY OF THE SWITCHES OR TRANSFORMER, DISCONNECT ONE LEAD WIRE FROM THESE PARTS AND THEN CHECK CONTINUITY WITHOUT THE POWER SOURCE ON .
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Oven does not accept key input Open or loose connection of This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. membrane key pad to Ass’y PCB 5. Troubleshooting Shorted or open membrane panel Replace PCB main. Defective Ass’y PCB Timer starts countdown but no microwave oscillation .
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Loose wiring of door sensing switch on when plugged in (Intermittent oscillation) Aging of magnetron Fan motor turns This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. Consult electrician. Loose wiring of door sensing switch on when plugged in Aging of magnetron Fan motor turns Consult electrician.
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 6. PCB Diagrams 6-1. Diagrams 6-1-1. PCB Diagrams (SUB MODULE) (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization) Part Number Part name Function and Rule CNS 100 Main PBA Connector...
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 6. PCB Diagrams 6-1-2. PCB Diagrams (SUB MODULE) (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization) ▶ CNS 301 1) +5V 2) GND 3) DIS-DIO 4) DIS-CLK 5) DIS-STB1 6) DIS-STB2...
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 6. PCB Diagrams 6-2. PCB Diagrams 6-2-1. PCB Diagrams (MAIN PBA) (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization) Parts Parts Name Function and Rule Number RY201 Main Relay Fan, Lamp, T/T Control...
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 6. PCB Diagrams 6-2-2. PCB Diagrams (MAIN PBA) (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization) ▶ RY214 ▶ CN401 1) CONVECTION1 RELAY CONTACT-1 CONTACT-2 2) CONVECTION1 RELAY 1) +12V...
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 7. Wiring Diagrams 7-1 Wiring Diagrams (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization) MODEL : MC17T8000C*/AA NOTE 1) INPUT POWER : AC120V 60HZ 2) OVEN DOOR OPENED AND UNLOCKED...
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This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 7. Wiring Diagrams 7-1 Wiring Diagrams (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization) MODEL NO . : MC17T8000C*/AA...
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 8. Schematic Diagrams 8. Schematic Diagrams 8-1 Schematic Diagrams (SUB MODULE) (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization)
This document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization. 8. Schematic Diagrams 8-2 Schematic Diagrams (MAIN PBA) (This Document can not be used without Samsung’s authorization)
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