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CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL KM-29 EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS SPEEDCOOK MICROWAVE OVEN WITH CONVECTION ������� ��������� �������� JOB AID Part No. 8178545...
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FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, “Speedcook Microwave Oven With Convection” (Part No. 8178545), pro- vides the technician with information on the installation, operation, and service of the Speedcook Microwave Oven With Convection. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,”...
GENERAL MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
WARNING TO SERVICE TECHNICIANS To avoid possible exposure to microwave Whirlpool microwave ovens have a monitoring radiation or energy, visually check the oven system designed to assure proper operation for damage to the door and door seal before of the safety interlock systems.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICING TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY Do not operate or allow the oven to be C. Before turning on the microwave power operated with the door open. for any service test or inspection within the microwave generating components, check Make the following safety checks on all the magnetron, waveguide or transmis-...
RF LEAKAGE TEST EQUIPMENT NOTE: Enter leakage readings in space BE- FORE and AFTER on the service document. Electromagnetic energy leakage monitor (NARDA 8100B, HOLADAY H 1501 ). All microwave ovens exceeding the emission level of 4 mw/cm must be reported to Dept. 275 ±15 ML glass beaker.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED WHILE TROUBLESHOOTING The microwave oven is a high voltage, high WARNING current appliance. It is free from danger dur- DISCHARGING HIGH ing ordinary use, but extreme care should be VOLTAGE CAPACITORS taken during repair. For about 30 seconds after the oven is CAUTION turned off, an electric charge remains in the Service technicians should remove their...
WHIRLPOOL MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS MODEL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER PRODUCT GROUP G = WHIRLPOOL GOLD M = MICROWAVE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION B = BROWNER C = CONVECTION G = GRILL / CRISPER H = OTR HOOD COMBO K = KITS...
MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL AND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS The Model/Serial Number label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below. Model/Serial Number Label Tech Sheet (Behind Decorative Panel)
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GH6208XRQ/B/S Model Description Whirlpool Speed Oven in White, Black, Stainless CONTROL SYSTEM Timer: Type Electronic Limits 90 Min. 00 Sec. Scale Linear (Digital) Operation Touch Screen LCD Touch Pad Glass Keypad Disable / Child Lockout Mode Yes - Cancel Button...
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MODEL GH6208XRQ/B/S DOOR FEATURES Stamped Steel Window Curved Glass Seals Two Stage - (Capacitive and Reflective) MICROWAVE/GRILL SYSTEM Distribution Top Feed w/o Stirrer Magnetron One - Inverter type Grill Halogen/Quartz SAFETY FEATURES Interlock Three Door/Latch Operated, Primary, secondary, and monitor Thermal Protectors Five - Magnetron, Oven Cavity, Hood, Grill, Waveguide VENTILATION SYSTEM...
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MODEL GH7208XRQ/B/T/S/Y Model Description Whirlpool Speed Oven with Convection CONTROL SYSTEM Sensor Timer: Type Electronic Limits 90 Min. 00 Sec. Scale Linear (Digital) Operation Touch Screen LCD Touch Pad Glass Display LCD, White Backlight/3 Shade Blue + White Pantone 293C Background KeyPad Disable/ Child Lockout Mode Yes, Press “Cancel”...
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MODEL GH7208XRQ/B/T/S/Y MICROWAVE/GRILL SYSTEM Distribution Top Feed w/o Stirrer Magnetron One - Inverter type Grill Halogen/Quartz SAFETY FEATURES Interlock Three Door/Latch Operated Primary, secondary and monitor Thermal Protectors Six - Magnetron, Oven Cavity, Hood, Grill, Convection, Waveguide VENTILATION SYSTEM Type Convertible Recirculation, Exhaust Vertical/Horizontal Duct Outlet Size 3-1/4"...
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS • For all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a ground- Electrical Shock Hazard ing wire with a grounding plug.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONVERT OVEN TO EXTERNAL When the vent deflector is as far back as it can easily slide, flip it so that the wide VENTING (WALL OR ROOF side is to the back of the oven, and the VENTING ONLY) narrow side (with holes) is down.
REPLACEMENT PARTS ACCESSORIES If any of the installation hardware needs to be Filler Panel Kits are available from your deal- replaced, call us at our toll free number listed er to use when installing this oven in a 36˝ in the Use and Care Guide, and reference the (91.4 cm) or 42˝...
PRODUCT OPERATION PARTS AND FEATURES A. Oven door F. Exhaust vent (for recirculation) K. Convection element and fan P. Model and serial number (top surface of oven) (behind screen) plate B. Metal-shielded window G. Intake vent L. Grill element Q. Turntable C.
SENSOR COOKING TURNTABLE The microwave system features the 6th The turntable can rotate in either direction to SENSE cooking system. A humidity sensor in help cook food more evenly. Do not operate the ™ the oven cavity detects moisture and humidity oven without having the turntable in place.
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When the manual cycle is over, the turntable Select “Off,” then touch “OK.” The turntable will automatically default to the “ON” mode. off indicator will appear on the display. To Turn On/Off: Repeat to turn the turntable back on. Touch TURNTABLE ON/OFF (see C below).
OVEN CONTROL MAIN MENU: Time / Temp / Cook Method Most Used Power Food Type Kids Menu Settings & Info A. Control panel B. Interactive touch display The oven’s controls are accessed through its When the oven is not in use (in standby mode), control panel and interactive touch display.
MAIN MENU Touch Screen The LCD touch screen is used to make menu The Main Menu is displayed on the default selections, adjust settings and input com- screen. mands. From the Main Menu, all automatic cooking programs can be activated; all manual cooking can be programmed;...
CLOCK Touch “Adjust Year,” and change the year, if desired. This is a standard 12-hour clock (12:00 AM- To Hide Date: On Date screen, touch “Hide 11:59 PM), or a 24-hour clock (0:00-23:59). Date.” The display will immediately return to When power is first supplied to the oven, or the Main Menu.
DISPLAY CONTRAST To Activate Learning Mode: The oven must be off. Display contrast has 11 settings, ranging from minimum to maximum. On the Main Menu, touch “Settings & Info.” To Set Display Contrast: On Settings & Info screen, touch “More On Main Menu, touch “Settings &...
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START NOTE: The Timer does not start or stop the oven. The START control will start any function. The Timer countdown can be seen in full screen If non-sensor cooking is interrupted, touching or in minimized view. In minimized view, the the START control pad will resume the preset countdown is always visible.
CHILD LOCK VENT FAN The Child Lock disables all controls to prevent The vent fan has 4 speeds: boost, high, me- unintended use of the oven. The only control dium and low. that will function while the Child Lock is active To protect the oven, the vent fan will automati- is the CANCEL pad on the control panel.
COOKING ANIMATION PROGRESS BAR The cooking animation appears during any The progress bar is a visual picture of the cooking cycle, whether automatic or manual. estimated running time of a sensor cooking The animation shows what type of cooking is cycle.
OVEN CONTROL PANEL PUSHBUTTON CONTROLS Quick Reference Guide Whirlpool Premium Speedcook Oven ® Use this as a quick reference when using your Whirlpool Premium Speedcook oven. ® For more information, see the Use and Care Guide. Quick Tips SETTING HOW TO TO SET CLOCK Touch “Settings &...
Accessory Use CYCLE TYPE ACCESSORY: DESCRIPTION SIZZLE PAN CYCLE Sizzle Pan: Use detachable handle to remove from oven. GRILL CYCLE Grill rack with Sizzle Pan underneath: Place food directly on rack. BOIL & SIMMER Steamer base and lid CYCLE STEAM CYCLE Steamer base, insert and lid REHEAT CYCLE Cooking Rack: for two-level reheating.
COMPONENT ACCESS This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Speedcook Microwave Oven with Convection. The components and their locations are shown below. COMPONENT LOCATIONS A. Halogen grill element N. Cooling fan motor AA. Hood/light switch B.
REMOVING THE BOTTOM COVER Partially lower the front of the cover and disconnect the connector from the turnta- ble motor terminals, then lower the cover the rest of the way. Disconnect the power connector from the bottom of the microwave oven. Unhook the bottom cover assembly from Electrical Shock Hazard the microwave oven and remove it.
REMOVING A HOOD LAMP SOCKET, BASE THERMOSTAT, & EXHAUST FAN MOTOR To remove the base thermostat: a) Disconnect the two wire connectors from the base thermostat terminals. b) Remove the two screws from the base thermostat and remove the thermostat. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.
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c) Lift the bottom cover and remove the e) Remove the two T10 torx screws from four indicated screws from the exhaust the exhaust fan housing, and remove motor and U bracket. the housing from the motor and fan. f) Pull the blower off the motor shaft. Exhaust Fan Motor Screws...
REMOVING THE TURNTABLE MOTOR & THE AIR TUBE & VENT BASE To remove the air tube & vent base: a) Pull out on the two clips, and pull the end of the air tube off the 90° vent base. b) Cut the wire tie from around the air tube (see the left photo), and pull the end of the air tube out of the door Electrical Shock Hazard...
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REASSEMBLY NOTE: When you reinstall the air tube on the 90° vent base, twist the tube so that the two tabs are out of alignment with the two locking arms on the vent base. Slide the tube into the base, and allow the tube to Twist Air untwist so that the tabs clip into the arms and Tube...
REMOVING THE RELAY CONTROL BOARD AND LINE FUSE Remove the four indicated screws from the right panel cover, then pull the cover forward, and remove it. Remove the screw from the right panel. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating.
To remove the relay control board: d) Remove the T10 torx screw from the green ground wire and remove the a) Lift the right panel and relay control relay control board. NOTE: The relay board and unhook the two side T-tabs, control board and its connectors and and pull the right panel and relay con- wire colors are shown on the following...
REMOVING THE OVEN DOOR COMPONENTS b) Open the microwave oven door. c) Remove the screw at the top of the oven door hinge. d) Close the oven door but do not latch it. Lift the door, unhook the bottom hinge pin from the bracket, and remove the door.
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g) Pull the wires and the UIB connector b) Using a putty knife, pry out on the out- out through the chassis cutout, and er door frame along the top to release position the oven door with the top the retainer clips. Then use a regular edge facing you.
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f) Release the four clips from the LCD c) Remove the two T10 torx screws from display board and remove it from the the electronic control cover and re- door frame. move the cover from the door. Electronic Control Cover Screws d) Disconnect the wire connectors be- tween the user interface and the LCD display boards.
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i) Lift the door glass assembly off the door frame. Door Glass Assembly Remove Door Glass 4-13...
REMOVING THE CAVITY LAMP AND THE HOOD/LIGHT SWITCH BOARD b) Remove the clip from the cavity lamp socket and remove the lamp and socket. Electrical Shock Hazard Clip & Socket Disconnect power before servicing. To remove the hood/light switch board: Replace all parts and panels before operating.
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c) Disconnect the hood/light switch board connector from the chassis and re- move the board. Hood/Light Switch Board Connector Hood/Light Switch Board 4-15...
REMOVING THE PRIMARY, SECONDARY, AND MONITOR INTERLOCK SWITCHES Insert a small screwdriver blade into each of the switch actuator slots, and rotate the switch actuators to unlock them, then remove the switch assemblies from the oven. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating.
REMOVING THE OVEN FROM THE INSTALLATION Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move or install microwave oven. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. While supporting the bottom of the mi- crowave oven, locate and remove the Replace all parts and panels before two mounting bolts from the top of the...
REMOVING THE CABINET Remove the three T10 torx screws from the top of the cabinet. Remove the T10 torx screw from the power cord cover and remove the cover. Power Cord Cover & Screw Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating.
REMOVING THE FC (FORCED CONVECTION) THERMOSTAT, THE FC MOTOR, AND THE FC RING HEATER To remove the FC motor: a) Disconnect the two wires from the FC motor terminals. b) Remove the three T10 torx screws from the FC motor bracket, and remove the motor from the heater cover.
d) Pry the clip off the FC motor shaft, FC Ring Heater Wires and remove the fan blade and the flat washer below the blade from the shaft. Remove the FC fan motor. Heater Cover Cover Screw Clip (1 of 4) c) Pry the clip off the FC motor shaft, and remove the fan blade and the flat washer below the blade from the shaft...
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e) Remove the two 5/16˝ hex-head screws FC Ring Heater Screws from the FC ring heater bracket on the inner cover, and remove the element. 4-21...
REMOVING THE FC THERMISTOR, AND THE CAVITY THERMOSTAT & HUMIDITY SENSOR Cavity Thermostat & Humidity Sensor Electrical Shock Hazard FC Thermistor Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before To remove the FC thermistor: operating. a) Squeeze the ends of the clip and re- Failure to do so can result in death or move the clip and the FC thermistor.
To remove the cavity thermostat and b) Disconnect the wires from the cavity humidity sensor: thermostat terminals. c) Remove the sensor wires from the NOTE: The cavity thermostat and humid- standoffs at the top of the chassis. ity sensor are serviced as an assembly. a) Lift and unhook the clip at the rear of the mounting bracket for the cavity thermostat and humidity sensor.
REMOVING THE GRILL THERMOSTAT AND GRILL ELEMENTS b) Remove the two screws from the ther- mostat terminals, and remove the thermostat. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Grill Thermostat Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
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NOTE: Use a pair of clean cotton gloves d) Remove the six 7/32˝ nuts and wash- to handle the grill elements, otherwise, ers from the wire guard. the oil from your fingers could shorten their life. b) Softstart Quartz Element Only: Press down on the locking tabs, and pull the wire connectors off the ends of the quartz element, then remove the...
REMOVING THE POWER SUPPLY CORD AND AC LINE FILTER To remove the power supply cord: a) Disconnect the white wire on the pow- er supply cord from the AC line filter board at terminal P31, and the black wire at terminal P32. b) Remove the chassis screw from the green ground wire on the power sup- Electrical Shock Hazard...
REMOVING THE FC (FORCED CONVECTION) THERMOACTUATOR, THE MAGNETRON THERMISTOR, AND THE MAGNETRON To remove the FC thermoactuator: a) Remove the right cover and panel (see page 4-7 for the procedure). b) Remove the top (secondary) door switch assembly (see page 4-16 for the procedure).
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To remove the magnetron thermistor: d) Remove the three air duct screws, and remove the air duct from the chassis. a) Remove the screw from the magne- NOTE: Remove the channel wires tron thermistor and remove the therm- from the air duct as you remove the istor from the magnetron.
REMOVING THE WAVEGUIDE THERMOSTAT & EXHAUST FAN MOTOR CAPACITOR To remove the waveguide thermostat: a) Disconnect the two wire connectors from the waveguide thermostat termi- nals. b) Remove the two hex nuts from the waveguide thermostat bracket and re- move the thermostat. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.
REMOVING THE COOLING FAN MOTOR Cooling Fan Motor Housing Screws Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Motor Connector Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
REMOVING THE INVERTER BOARD Touch Screwdriver Tip To Chassis Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before Touch Screwdriver Shaft To Filament Terminals operating. Failure to do so can result in death or Disconnect the two magnetron filament electrical shock.
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Disconnect the black and blue wires 12. Disconnect the two filament wires from (CN702) and the 3-wire connector the inverter board at CN703. (CN701) from the inverter board. 13. Remove the T10 torx mounting screw Remove the screw from the green-yel- from the inverter board and unclip it from low ground wire on the inverter board the base.
REMOVING THE RELAY BOARD Push out on the three outside tabs of the relay board holder, and lift the relay board out of the holder as far as the wires will allow. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Relay Board Replace all parts and panels before operating.
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GR & BU WH & BU 2 BU GY & BK 4 Wires 2 RD 3 Wires 2 BR 3 YL 10 Wires 3 Wires 2 WH Relay Board W/Connector Wire Color Callouts 4-34...
COMPONENT TESTING IMPORTANT: Before performing any tests on • Conduct a microwave energy test after the microwave oven, be sure to observe the performing any tests or repairs to the mi- following: crowave oven. • Unplug microwave oven or disconnect •...
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Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. TURNTABLE MOTOR LINE FUSE Refer to page 4-7 for the procedure for access- ing the line fuse. Refer to page 4-5 for the procedure for access- ing the turntable motor.
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Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. DOOR INTERLOCK SWITCHES FC THERMOSTAT Refer to page 4-16 for the procedure for ac- Refer to page 4-19 for the procedure for ac- cessing the door interlock switches.
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Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. FC MOTOR FC RING HEATER Refer to page 4-19 for the procedure for ac- cessing the FC ring heater. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect Refer to page 4-19 for the procedure for ac- power.
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Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. FC THERMISTOR CAVITY THERMOSTAT & HUMIDITY SENSOR Humidity Sensor Cavity Refer to page 4-22 for the procedure for ac- Thermostat cessing the FC thermistor.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. GRILL THERMOSTAT GRILL ELEMENTS Refer to page 4-24 for the procedure for ac- cessing the grill thermostat. Refer to page 4-24 for the procedure for ac- Unplug microwave oven or disconnect cessing the grill elements.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. FC THERMOACTUATOR MAGNETRON THERMISTOR Magnetron Thermistor Refer to page 4-27 for the procedure for ac- cessing the FC thermoactuator.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. MAGNETRON WAVEGUIDE THERMOSTAT Refer to page 4-29 for the procedure for ac- Filament cessing the waveguide thermostat. Terminals Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. EXHAUST FAN MOTOR CAPACITOR COOLING FAN MOTOR Refer to page 4-29 for the procedure for ac- Refer to page 4-30 for the procedure for ac- cessing the exhaust fan motor capacitor.
DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING PRIMARY, SECONDARY, AND MONITOR INTERLOCK SWITCH CHECKOUT PROCEDURE Primary, Secondary, and Monitor Interlock Switch Checkout Procedure Switch Check By Door Open Door Closed 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power. 2. Disconnect the wires at the Primary Interlock Switch. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING CIRCUIT TEST CHART Convection Hood Exhaust Cooking Mode Magnetron Element Grill Elements Cooling Fan Convection Fan Microwave only Convection Grill Microwave and Grill Combination Microwave and Convection Combination *Magnetron and convection elements turn on alternately, not simultaneously. NOTE: After convection or grill elements are on, the cooling fan and hood exhaust fan may be on for up to 10 minutes for cooling.
MICROWAVE OVEN POWER OUTPUT TEST NOTE: If the water takes longer than 2 minutes to heat, this may indicate 1. Place 8 oz (250 mL) of lukewarm water in the center of the either the operating voltage is lower than 110 volts or there is a problem microwave oven.
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Display Likely Failure Condition Recommended Repair Procedure Power to magnetron 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power. interrupted 2. After 40 seconds, check to see whether this solves the problem. 3. Check cooling fan operation. 4. Check the magnetron. 5. Check P65 connection on the relay control board. 6.
CHECKING THE INVERTER Measure Oven Input Current If more than 0.5A: The 1200W inverter is probably OK. Check the magnetron. See Magnetron test in “Component Tests.” If less than 0.5A: There is no input to the 1200W inverter. Amps Check the following: No AC voltage supply.
WIRING DIAGRAM & STRIP CIRCUITS SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 45 Y/G 47 R 46 R FC Ring Heater 16 R Quartz Grill Heater 15 BU Halogen Grill Element 13 W 10 W Softstart Quartz Tube 14 BK 42 GY 40 GY 39 BU 36 R 24 G 35 BR...
TECH TIPS GRILL COOKING OPTIONS The microwave oven provides 1200 Watts of The third element is a 60 volt, 600 watt Soft- cooking power. The grill provides 1500 watts Start quartz element. This element is not used of grilling power. The grill assembly consists for grilling heat.
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Each of the three grill elements is controlled of the line. The halogen grill element is On by its own relay. At the instant of start, the when the circuit is complete from the L1 side quartz heater and SoftStart relays are closed of the line through the halogen element and (the grill relay is open).
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During oven grilling, only the halogen element To remove the quartz or halogen grill ele- glows (the quartz element is operational, but ment from the oven cavity: not noticeable). a) Pull the guard down and remove it from the top of the oven cavity. The grill is controlled by a grill thermostat.
HIGH VOLTAGE INVERTER POWER SUPPLY TEST NOTE: Do not attempt to repair the high voltage inverter power supply board. Replace the com- plete inverter board assembly. Electrical Shock Hazard Power is present during the following tests. Verify proper operation of the inverter board by performing the following two tests. It is recom- mended to use an AC line input current amp meter for testing.
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TEST #2 Leave the magnetron wires disconnected and disconnect connector P65 from the relay control board. Program the oven for high power for 1 minute. Press START and observe the meter. It should indicate between 0.4 and 0.8 amps. After ap- proximately 3 seconds, the oven will turn off, and the display will indicate an F7 error code.
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