BEFORE CALLING
FOR SERVICE
You can often correct operating problems yourself. If your microwave oven fails to work properly,locate
the operating
problem in the list below and try the solutions listed for each problem.
If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest Sears Service Center. Sears Service Centers are
fully equipped to handle your service requirements.
PROBLEM
•
Oven will not start
• Is the power cord plugged in?
• Is the door closed?
• Is the cooking time set?
• Is the temperature set or probe plugged in?
Arcing
or Sparking
• Are you using the approved cookware?
• Is the temperature
probe properly positioned?
• Is the oven empty?
Incorrect
time of day
• Have you tried to reset?
Probe Light Flashes
•
Is the temperature
probe properly plugged in?
Unevenly
Cooked
Foods
• Are you using the approved cookware?
• Were the foods turned or stirred?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking
power level correct?
Overcooked
Foods
•
Is the temperature
probe properly positioned?
• Was the time/cooking
power level correct?
• Was the temperature
setting correct?
Undercooked
Foods
• Are you using the approved cookware?
•
Is the temperature
probe properly positioned?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking
power level correct?
• Was the temperature
control setting correct?
• Are the ventiation ports clear?
Improper
Defrosting
• Are you using the approved cookware?
• Were the foods turned
or stirred?
• Was the time/cooking
power level correct?
• Did you use the metal rack?
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