Magnetron Thermal Cut-Out (Tco); Cavity Thermal Fuse; Tray Replacement; Oven Light Removal - Amana Menumaster DECS11MA Service

Disassembly Procedures
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WARNING

Magnetron Thermal Cut-Out (TCO)

1. Disconnect power to oven and remove outer case,
(see "Outer Case" procedure).
2. Remove outer case.
3. Remove TCO by removing screws.
4. Disconnect wiring.
5. Replace component and reverse procedure to
reassemble.
NOTE: When reconnecting wiring to thermal fuses the
connectors must be tight.

Cavity Thermal Fuse

1. Disconnect power to oven and remove outer case,
(see "Outer Case" procedure).
2. Remove outer case.
3. Remove thermal fuse mounting screw.
4. Disconnect wiring.
5. Replace component and reverse procedure to
reassemble.
NOTE: When reconnecting wiring to thermal fuses the
connectors must be tight.

Tray Replacement

1. Unplug oven from outlet.
2. Using a suction cup to pry upward on front portion and
remove tray from unit.
3. Thoroughly clean and degrease sump area.
4. Clean oven cavity bottom where new oven tray will
make contact using mineral spirits or any
non-flammable degreasing solvent.
NOTE: Detergents, soap, and water are not sufficient to
remove oil and grease.
5. Clean cavity with mild detergent to remove any
remaining degreasing solvent and place new tray into
unit.
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To avoid the risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death,
disconnect power to oven and discharge the capacitors before
following any disassembly procedure.

Oven Light Removal

The light bulb for inside of the oven can be changed only
from the side of the unit. On the left hand side of the oven
is a metal plate with one screw. The light bulbs are
located behind this plate.
Follow these steps to change the bulb:
1. Disconnect power to oven and remove outer case,
(see "Outer Case" procedure).
2. Remove screw and plate from side of unit.
3. To remove bulb, turn it counterclockwise, being
careful not to burn fingers or break the bulb.
4. Replace bulb with a 20 watt, 230 - 240 volt appliance
bulb.
5. Reposition plate, being careful not to bend hinge tab.
Replace and tighten screw. Do not operate oven
without plate in place.
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