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MICROWAVE OVEN
SERVICE MANUAL
MODEL: MB-387W

CAUTION
BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT, READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.

June, 2002
P/NO : 3828W5S2280 Printed in Korea
 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This device is to be serviced only by properly qualified service personnel.
Consult the service manual for proper service procedures to assure continued safety operation and for precautions to be
taken to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy.

PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND

DURING SERVICING TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
A) Do not operate or allow the oven to be operated with the door open.
B) Make the following safety checks on all ovens to be serviced before activating the magnetron or other
microwave source, and make repairs as necessary; (1) interlock operation, (2) proper door closing, (3)
seal and sealing surfaces (arcing, wear, and other damage), (4) damage to or loosening of hinges and
latches, (5) evidence of dropping or abuse.
C) Before turning on microwave power for any service test or inspection within the microwave generating
compartments, check the magnetron, wave guide or transmission line, and cavity for proper alignment,
integrity, and connections.
D) Any defective or misadjusted components in the interlock, monitor, door seal, and microwave generation
and transmission systems shall be repaired, replaced, or adjusted by procedures described in this manual
before the oven is released to the owner.
E) A microwave leakage check to verify compliance with the Federal Performance Standard should be
performed on each oven prior to release to the owner.

CAUTION
MICROWAVE RADIATION
DO NOT BECOME EXPOSED TO RADIATION FROM THE MICROWAVE GENERATOR
OR OTHER PARTS CONDUCTING MICROWAVE ENERGY.
 CONTENTS
(Page)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Inside front cover

SPECIFICATIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-1

CAUTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-1

INSTALLATIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3-1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-1

FEATURES- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-1

CONTROL PANEL - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-1

OPERATING SEQUENCE- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-2

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-3

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-4

SERVICE INFORMATION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-1

TOOLS AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-1

MICROWAVE LEAKAGE TEST - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-1

MEASUREMENT OF MICROWAVE POWER OUTPUT - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-3

DISASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-3

INTERLOCK CONTINUITY TEST- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-7

COMPONENT TEST PROCEDURE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-8

TROUBLE SHOOTING - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-12

EXPLODED VIEW - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6-1

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-1
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF P.C.B. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8-1
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8-2

P.C.B. PARTS LIST - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9-1

 SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION
MODEL MB-387W
Power Requirement 230 Volts AC 50 Hz
Single phase, 3 wire grounded
Microwave 1,200W
Gril 1,000W
Combination 2,150W
Power Output 800 Watts full microwave power (IEC60705)
Microwave Frequency 2,450 MHz
Magnetron 2M214 - 240GP
Timer 0 ~ 90 min.
Outside Dimensions 455 (W) x 281 (H) x 313 (D) mm
Cavity Dimensions 312 (W) x 203 (H) x 293 (D) mm
Net Weight 13 kg (approx)
Shipping weight 14.2 kg (approx)
Control Complement Microwave Power for Variable Cooking
Power level
MAX .................................................. Full power throughout the cooking time
MED.-HIGH ......................................... approx. 80% of Full power
MEDIUM ............................................. approx. 60% of Full power
DEFROST ........................................... approx. 40% of Full power
LOW/WARM........................................ approx. 20% of Full power

Nameplate Location

Control panel side

Accessories Owner's manual

Glass turntable
Roller Rest
Grill rack

This microwave oven is designed for household use only.

It is not recommended for commercial purposes.

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 CAUTIONS

Unlike other appliances, the microwave oven is

high-voltage and high-current equipment.
MICROWAVE RADIATION
Though it is free from danger in ordinary use, Personnel should not be exposed to the
extreme care should be taken during repair. microwave energy which may radiate from the
magnetron or other microwave generating
device if it is improperly used or connection.
• DO NOT operate on a 2-wire extension cord during All input and output microwave connections,
repair and use. waveguide, flange and gasket must be secure
• NEVER TOUCH any oven components or wiring during never operate the device without a microwave
operation. energy absorbing load attached.
• BEFORE TOUCHING any parts of the oven, always Never look into an open waveguide or antenna
remove the power plug from the outlet. while the device is energized.
• For about 30 seconds after the oven stops, an electric
charge remains in the high voltage capacitor. When
replacing or checking, you must discharge the high • Proper operation of the microwave oven requires that
voltage capacitor by shorting across the two terminals the magnetron be assembled to the waveguide and
with an insulated screwdriver. cavity. Never operate the magnetron unless it is
properly installed.
• Be sure that the magnetron gasket is properly
installed around the dome of the tube whenever
installing the magnetron.

ANTENNA
Gasket

COOLING FIN
FILAMENT
TERMINALS

MAGNETRON
CHASSIS GROUND

• Remove your watches whenever working close to or MAGNETRON

replacing the Magnetron.
• NEVER operate the oven with no load.
• NEVER injure the door seal and front plate of the oven
cavity. THE OVEN IS TO BE SERVICED ONLY
• NEVER put iron tools on the magnetron.
• NEVER put anything into the latch hole and the
BY PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE
interlock switches area. PERSONNEL.

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 INSTALLATIONS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN, READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY.

INSTALLING EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Empty the microwave oven and clean inside it with This microwave oven is designed to be used in a fully
a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as earthed condition.
misaligned door, damage around the door or dents It is imperative, therefore, to make sure it is properly
inside the cavity or on the exterior. earthed before servicing

2. Put the oven on a counter, table, or shelf that is

strong enough to hold the oven and the food and WARNING-
utensils you put in it. (The control panel side of the THIS APPLIANCE
oven is the heavy side. Use care when handling.)
MUST BE EARTHED
3. Do not block the vent and the air intake openings.
Blocking vent or air intake openings can cause
damage to the oven and poor cooking results. IMPORTANT
Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to
ensure proper air flow. The wires in this mains lead are colored in
accordance with the following code:
4. The oven should not be installed in any area where
heat and steam are generated, because they may Green-and-yellow: Earth
damage the electronic or mechanical parts of the Blue: Neutral
unit. Brown: Live
Do not install the oven next to a conventional
surface unit or above a conventional wall oven.
As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the colored
5. Use microwave oven in an ambient temperature
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
less than 104°F(40°C).
proceed as follows.
6. Place the microwave oven on a sturdy and flat
surface at least 10 cm(4 inches) from the wall. The wire which is colored green-and-yellow must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
7. Place the microwave oven as far away as possible with the letter E or by the earth symbol ( ) or
from TV, RADIO, COMPUTER, etc., to prevent colored green or green-and-yellow.
interference.

8. Do not touch the front glass during or after cooking The wire which is colored blue must be connected to
of the Grill and Combination mode. the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
This glass is very hot during heater operating. N or colored black.

9. Do not operate the oven at microwave and

combination mode with Grill rack placed in the The wire which is colored brown must be connected
cavity when the oven is empty. to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
10cm letter L or colored red.

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 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FEATURES
Oven Front Plate
Window Door Screen
Door Seal

Control Panel

Safety Door
Lock System
Turntable
Grill Rack
Roller Rest

CONTROL PANEL
1. POWER: Used to select the desired power level for
cooking.
480W
2. AUTO COOK: Used to cook the foods listed by
320W 640W one touch.
160W 800W
1 3. INDICATORS
4. AUTO DEFROST: Used to select the auto weight
defrost.
5. QUICK DEFROST: Used to select the auto weight
2 defrost.
6. STOP/CLEAR: Used to stop over and clear all
entries except time of day.
7. CLOCK: Used to set the time of day.
3
8. START/QUICK START: One tap allows over to
begin functioning.
7
9. DIAL:
4

8
6
9

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 OPERATING SEQUENCE
The following is a description of component functions 7. AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST
during oven operation.
Desired Number of
Stop defrost Start
1. SETTING THE CLOCK category weight(kg)

Stop Clock Number Clock 8. AUTO COOK

Stop Auto cook Start
NOTE: You can set 12 hour clock or 24 hour clock
optionally.
9. CHILD LOCK
2. CANCEL FUNCTION
Touch the STOP pad whenever you need to This oven has a CHILD LOCK feature
cancel an entry or a function currently in use. • TO SET CHILD LOCK
The display will either return to the last item entered • Touch the Stop pad
or to the clock. • Touch STOP pad L appear in
the display.
3. QUICK START • TO CANCEL CHILD LOCK
• Touch the Stop pad
Stop Start
• touch STOP pad L disappears.

4. MICROWAVE COOKING

Stop Micro Time Start

5. GRILL COOKING

Stop Grill Time Start

6. COMBI COOKING
Stop Combi Time Start

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SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

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CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
GENERAL DETAILS power of microwave oven as POWER LEVEL.
(refer to page 1-1)
• The low voltage transformer supplies the necessary
voltage to the micom controller when power cord is WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED DURING
plugged in. COOKING
• When the door is closed, the primary switch is ON, the
secondary switch is ON, and the monitor switch opens • Both the primary switch and relay 2 are cut off primary
(contact COM and NO). winding voltage of the high voltage transformer.
• ON-OFF of relay 2 is coupled electrically with opening
and closing of the secondary switch.
WHEN SELECTING COOKING POWER • When the door is opened, the secondary switch is
LEVEL AND TIME opened and when the door is closed, the secondary
• The micom controller memorizes the function you set. switch is closed.
• The time you set appears in the display window. • The cooking time stops counting down.
• Each indicator light turns on to indicate that the stage • Relay stops functioning.
has been set. • As the door is opened, if the contact of primary switch
and relay 2 and/or secondary switch fails to open, the
WHEN TOUCHING THE START PAD fuse opens due to the large current surge caused by
• The coil of the relay is energized by the micom the monitor switch activation, which in turn stops
controller. magnetron oscillation.
• Power input is supplied to the high voltage transformer
PRIMARY
through the fuse to the primary switch and relay 2. FUSE SWITCH
• Turntable rotates.
FUSE
PRIMARY L
SWITCH
H.V.
MONITOR TRANS-
SWITCH FORMER
L N
H.V.
MONITOR TRANS-
SWITCH FORMER
N RELAY 2 SECONDARY
SWITCH
MICOM CONTROLLER

RELAY 2 SECONDARY
SWITCH
MICOM CONTROLLER

WHEN TOUCHING THE START KEY

• The fan motor rotates and cools the magnetron by WITH THE GRILL COOKING FUNCTION
blowing the air (coming from the intake on the SELECTED
baseplate). • The contacts of the primary switch and the secondary
• The air is also directed into the oven to exhaust the switch close the circuit.
vapor in the oven through the upper plate. • A.C. voltage is applied to the grill heater through grill
• Cooking time starts counting down. thermostat as shown by the solid line.
• 3.2 volts AC is generated from the filament winding of
the high voltage transformer. This 3.2 volts is applied to GRILL
THERMOSTAT
the magnetron to heat the magnetron filament through
two noise-preventing choke coils.
• A high voltage of approximately 2100 volts AC is L
generated in the secondary of the high voltage L G -Y
E GRILL
transformer which is increased by the action of the high N HEATER
N
voltage diode and charging of the high voltage
capacitor.
• The negative 4,000 Volts DC is applied to the filament
RELAY 3
of the magnetron.
• Turntable rotates.
WHEN THE OVEN IS SET AT ANY LEVEL • The fan motor rotates.
EXCEPT MAXIMUM. • The air is also directed into the oven to exhaust the
• The micom controller controls the ON-OFF time of relay vapor in the oven through the base plate and upper
2 by the applied signal to vary the average output plate.
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 SERVICE INFORMATION
TOOLS AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS
NECESSARY TOOLS NECESSARY MEASURING INSTRUMENTS
Tools normally used for TV servicing are sufficient. • TESTER(VOLTS-DC, AC., Ohmmeter)
Standard tools are listed below. • Microwave survey meter
• Diagonal pliers - Holaday HI-1500
• Long nose pliers HI-1501
• Phillips screwdriver - Narda 8100
• Flat blade screwdriver 8200
• Wrench (size 5mm) • Inch scale
• Nutdriver (size 5mm) • 600 cc non conductive material beaker (glass or plastic),
• Adjustable wrench inside diameter: approx. 8.5 cm(31/2 in.)
• Soldering iron • Cylindrical and made of borosilicate glass vessel.
• Solder max. thickness: 3 mm
• Vinyl insulation tape outside diameter: approx. 190mm
• Polishing cloth height: approx. 90mm
• Glass thermometer: 100°C or 212°F (1 deg scale)

MICROWAVE LEAKAGE TEST

CAUTIONS MEASURING MICROWAVE ENERGY
LEAKAGE
• Be sure to check microwave leakage prior to
servicing the oven if the oven is operative prior to • Pour 275±15cc of 20±5°C(68±9°F) water in a beaker
servicing. which is graduated to 600 cc, and place the beaker
• The service personnel should inform the on the center of the turntable.
manufacture importer, or assembler of any • Set the energy leakage monitor to 2,450 MHz and
certified oven unit found to have a microwave use it following the manufacturer's recommended
emission level in excess of 5 mW/cm2 and should test procedure to assure correct result.
repair any unit found to have excessive emission levels • When measuring the leakage, always use the 2-
at no cost to the owner and should ascertain the cause inch (5cm) spacer supplied with the probe.
of the excessive leakage. The service personnel • Operate the oven at its maximum output.
should instruct the owner not to use the unit until the • Measure the microwave radiation using and
oven has been brought into compliance. electromagnetic radiation monitor by holding the
• If the oven operates with the door open, the service probe perpendicular to the surface being measured
personnel should:
- Tell the user not to operate the oven. Move probe along shaded area
- Contact the manufacturer.
• The service personnel should check all surface and Probe scanning speed
vent openings for microwave leakage. Less than 2.5 cm/sec
• Check for microwave leakage after every servicing. ( 1in/sec)
The power density of the microwave radiation leakage
emitted by the microwave oven should not exceed
4 mW/cm2. Always start measuring of an unknown field
to assure safety for operating personnel from radiation
leakage.

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MEASUREMENT WITH OUTER CASE NOTES WHEN MEASURING
REMOVED • Do not exceed meter full scale deflection.
• When you replace the magnetron, measure for • The test probe must be removed no faster than
microwave energy leakage before the outer case is 1 inch/sec (2.5 cm/sec) along the shaded area,
installed and after all necessary components are otherwise a false reading may result.
replaced or adjusted. • The test probe must be held with the grip portion of the
Special care should be taken in measuring the handle.
following parts. (Circled area of below Fig.) A false reading may result if the operator's hand is
- Around the magnetron between the handle and the probe.
- The waveguide • When testing near a corner of the door, keep the probe
perpendicular to the surface making sure the probe
horizontally along the oven surface, this may possibly
WARNING : AVOID CONTACTING ANY cause probe damage.
HIGH VOLTAGE PARTS
RECORD KEEPING AND NOTIFICATION
AFTER MEASUREMENT
• After adjustment and repair of any microwave energy
interruption or microwave energy blocking device,
record the measured values for future reference. Also
enter the information on the service invoice.
• The microwave energy leakage should not be more
than 4 mW/cm.sq. after determining that all parts are in
good condition, functioning properly and genuine
replacement parts which are listed in this manual have
been used.
• At least once a year, have the electromagnetic energy
leakage monitor checked for calibration by its
manufacturer.

MEASUREMENT WITH A FULLY

ASSEMBLED OVEN
• After all components, including the outer case, are fully
assembled, measure for microwave energy leakage
around the door viewing window, the exhaust opening,
and air inlet openings.
• Microwave energy leakage must not exceed the values
prescribed below.

NOTE: Leakage with the outer case removedless than

5 mW/cm.sq. Leakage for a fully assembled
oven (Before the latch switch (primary) is
interrupted) with the door in a slightly opened
position-less than 2 mW/cm.sq.

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MEASUREMENT OF MICROWAVE POWER OUTPUT
• Microwave power output measurement is made with • The microwave power output P in watts is calculated
the microwave oven supplied at its rated voltage and from the following formula :
operated at its maximum microwave power setting with
4187 x (∆T)
a load of (1000±5) g of potable water. P=
• The water is contained in a cylindrical borosilicate glass T
vessel having a maximum material thickness of 3 mm
and an outside diameter of approximately 190mm. is measured while the microwave generator is
• The oven and the empty vessel are at ambient operating at full power. Magnetron filament heat-up
temperature prior to the start of the test. time is not included. (about 3 sec)
• The initial temperature (±1) of the water is (10±2)°C. It • The water is stirred to equalize temperature throughout
is measured immediately before the water is added to the vessel, prior to measuring the final water
the vessel. After addition of the water to the vessel, temperature.
the load is immediately placed on the center of the • Stirring devices and measuring instruments are
turntable which is in the lowest position and the selected in order to minimize addition or removal of
microwave power switched on. heat.
• The time T for the temperature of the water to rise by a
value ∆ T of (10±2)°K is measured, where T is the time WATER LOAD
in seconds and ∆T is the temperature rise. The initial
and final water temperatures are selected so that the
maximum difference between the final water
temperature and the ambient temperature is 5°K.

TURNTABLE

DISASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

A. OUTER CASE REMOVAL C. CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY
1) Disconnect the leadwire from the PCB SUB ASS’Y.
1) Disconnect the power supply cord from the outlet. 2) Remove the screws for the earth and securing the
2) Remove the screws from the rear and along side control panel.
edges of the case. 3) Lift control panel ASS’Y from the oven by the tab
The outer case must be moved backward to be lifted unhooked.
off.

B. POWER SUPPLY CORD

1) Remove the outer case.
2) Disconnect two terminals, and remove one screw of
the earth terminal.

CAUTION: DISCHARGE THE HIGH VOLTAGE

CAPACITOR BEFORE SERVICING
(refer to page 2-1)

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D. DOOR GROSS ASSEMBLY REMOVAL E. HIGH VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER
1) Open the door. REMOVAL
2) Pull out the door protector very carefully with a flat-
1) Discharge the high voltage capacitor.
blade screwdriver.
2) Disconnect the leadwire from magnetron, high voltage
CAUTION : Be careful not to damage door seal plate
transformer, and capacitor.
by screwdriver.
3) Remove the screw holding the high voltage
3) Lift up and push the door.
transformer to the baseplate.
NOTE:
1. After replacing the door, be sure to check that the F. FAN MOTOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
primary switch, monitor switch, and secondary switch 1) Discharge the high voltage capacitor.
operate normally. 2) Disconnect the leadwire from fan motor, noise filter
2. After replacing the door, check for microwave energy and high voltage capacitor.
leakage with a survey meter. Microwave energy must 3) Remove the two screws holding the the suction guide
be below the limit of 5 mW/cm. (with a 275 ml water ASS’Y to the oven cavity and remove the high voltage
load) diode earth screw.
3. When mounting the door assembly to the oven 4) Remove the screw of the capacitor bracket.
assembly, be sure to adjust the door assembly parallel 5) Remove the two screws holding the fan motor ASS’Y
to the chassis. Also adjust so the door has no play to the suction guide ASS’Y.
between the inner door surface and oven frame
assembly. If the door assembly is not mounted
properly, microwaves may leak from the clearance
G. HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACITOR AND
between the door and the oven. DIODE REMOVAL
1) Discharge the high voltage capacitor.
Remove choke cover 2) Disconnect the leadwire from fan motor, noise filter
and high voltage capacitor.
3) Remove the screw holding the suction guide ASS’Y to
the oven cavity and remove the high voltage diode
earth screw.
4) Remove the screw holding the high voltage capacitor
bracket.

Fan Motor
ASS’Y

Suction
Guide

H.V.
Remove door Capacitor

H.V. H.V.
Transformer Diode

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H. AIR DUCT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL J. REMOVING THE TURNTABLE MOTOR
1) Disconnect the leadwire from lamp, A.C Relay and 1) Remove the turntable.
monitor resistor and magnetron. 2) Remove the turntable shaft VERY CAREFULLY.
2) Remove the screw to the magnetron cavity. 3) Lay the unit down on its back.
4) Remove the turntable motor cover.
The turntable base cover is easily removed by
I. MAGNETRON REMOVAL pinching the six parts with a wire cutting.
1) Disconnect the leadwire from the high voltage 5) Disconnect the leadwire from the turntable motor
transformer and high voltage capacitor. terminals.
2) Remove the air duct ASS’Y. 6) Remove the screw securing the turntable motor to
3) Carefully remove the mounting screws holding the the oven cavity ASS’Y
magnetron and the waveguide. 7) After repairing the motor, rotate the removed
4) Remove the magnetron ASS’Y until the tube is turntable motor cover.
clear from the waveguide. 8) Fit the turntable motor cover’s projecting part to the
base plate slit.
NOTE:
1. When removing the magnetron, make sure its NOTE:
dome does not hit any adjacent parts, or it may be 1. Remove the wire lead from the turntable motor
damaged. VERY CAREFULLY.
2. When replacing the magnetron, be sure to install 2. Be sure to grasp the connector, not the wires, when
the magnetron gasket in the correct position and removing.
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/cm2. (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

Air Duct

Magnetron
Wire Leads
Magnetron
Gasket
Waveguide
Turntable Motor
Bracket
Dome

Waveguide

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K. PCB ASSEMBLY REMOVAL L. INTERLOCK SYSTEM
1) Remove the control panel assembly from the 1) INTERLOCK MECHANISM
cavity. (Refer to control panel assembly removal The door lock mechanism is a device which has
on previous page.) been specially designed to eliminate completely
2) Remove screws which hold the PCB SUB ASS’Y to microwave activity when the door is opened during
the control panel. cooking and thus to prevent the danger resulting
3) Disconnect the flat cable from the PCB SUB from the microwave leakage.
ASS’Y and take off the PCB SUB ASS’Y. 2) MOUNTING OF THE PRIMARY/MONITOR/
SECONDARY SWITCHES TO THE LATCH
BOARD
ADJUSTMENT
DIRECTION

PRIMARY
SWITCH

MONITOR
SWITCH

SECONDARY
SWITCH

3) INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE

LATCH BOARD TO THE OVEN ASSEMBLY
• Mount the latch board to the oven assembly.
• Adjust the latch board in the arrow direction so that
oven door will not have any play in it when the door
is closed.
• Tighten the mounting screw.
• Check for play in the door by pushing the door
release button. Door movement should be less
than 0.5 mm. (1/64 inch)
Don't push the door release button while making
adjustment. Make sure that the latch moves
smoothly after adjustment are completed and that
the screws are tight. Make sure the primary, monitor,
and secondary switches operate properly by
following the continuity test procedure.

FIG. 1 CAUTION: CHECK THE CORRECT POSITION

MAGNETRON

H.V. TRANSFORMER
H.V.FUSE
H.V.
DIODE

H.V. CAPACITOR

PRIMARY

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INTERLOCK CONTINUITY TEST
WARNING : FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE RADIATION
EMISSION, REPLACE ONLY WITH IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
TYPE NO. SZM-V 16-FA-63 OR VP-533A-OF FOR PRIMARY SWITCH
TYPE NO. SZM-V 16-FA-61 OR VP-531A-OF FOR MONITOR SWITCH
TYPE NO. SZM-V 16-FA-63 OR VP-533A-OF FOR SECONDARY SWITCH

A. PRIMARY INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST B. SECONDARY INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST

When the door release button is depressed slowly Disconnect the wire lead from the secondary
with the door closed, an audible click should be switch.
heard at the same time or successively at Connect the ohmmeter leads to the common
intervals. When the button is released slowly, the (COM) and normally open (NO) terminals of the
latches should activate the switches with an switch. The meter should indicate a open circuit in
audible click. the door open condition. When the door is closed,
If the latches do not activate the switches when meter should indicate an closed circuit. When the
the door is closed, the switches should be a secondary switch operation is abnormal, make the
adjusted in accordance with the adjustment necessary adjustment or replace the switch only
procedure. Disconnect the wire lead from the with the same type of switch.
primary switch. Connect the ohmmeter leads to
the common (COM) and normally open (NO) C. MONITOR SWITCH TEST
terminal of the switch. The meter should indicate
Disconnect the wire lead from the monitor switch.
an open circuit in the door open condition.
Connect the ohmmeter leads to the common
When the door is closed, the meter should
(COM) and normally closed (NC) terminals of the
indicate a closed circuit.
switch. The meter should indicate closed circuit in
When the primary switch operation is abnormal,
the door open condition. When the door is closed,
make the necessary adjustment or replace the
meter should indicate an open circuit. When the
switch only with the same type of switch.
monitor switch operation is abnormal, replace with
the same type of switch.
NOTE: After repairing the door or the interlock
system, it is necessary to do this continuity
test before operating the oven.

COMPONENTS TEST PROCEDURE RESULTS

SWITCHES Check for continuity of the Door Door
(Wire leads removed) switch with an Ohm-meter open closed

Primary
NO
Switch COM

Monitor NC

COM
Switch

Secondary COM
NO

Switch

NOTE : After checking for the continuity of switches, make sure that are
connected correctly.

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COMPONENT TEST PROCEDURE
CAUTIONS
1. DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD FROM THE OUTLET WHENEVER REMOVING THE
OUTER CASE FROM THE UNIT. PROCEED WITH THE TEST ONLY AFTER DISCHARGING THE HIGH
VOLTAGE CAPACITOR AND REMOVING THE WIRE LEADS FROM THE PRIMARY WINDING OF THE
HIGH VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER. (SEE PAGE 2-1)
2. ALL OPERATIONAL CHECKS WITH MICROWAVE ENERGY MUST BE DONE WITH A LOAD (1 LITER
OF WATER IN CONTAINER) IN THE OVEN.

COMPONENTS TEST PROCEDURE RESULTS

HIGH VOLTAGE FILAMENT
TRANSFORMER WINDING
(Wire leads removed) TERMINAL

SECONDARY
TERMINAL

PRIMARY
TERMINAL

1. Measure the resistance.

(Ohm-meter scale: Rx1)
• Primary winding Approx.: 1.4 ohm
• Secondary winding Approx.: 90 ohm
• Filament winding Less than: 1 ohm

2. Measure the resistance.

(Ohm-meter scale: Rx1000)
• Primary winding to ground Normal: Infinite
• Filament winding to ground Normal: Infinite

MAGNETRON
(Wire leads removed)
1. Measure the resistance.
(Ohm-meter scale: Rx1) Normal: Less than 1 ohm
• Filament terminal

2. Measure the resistance.

(Ohm-meter scale: Rx1000) Normal: Infinite
• Filament to chassis

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 COMPONENTS TEST PROCEDURE RESULTS
Antenna
Gasket

Chassis

Filament

NOTE: When testing the magnetron, be sure to install the magnetron gasket
in the correct position and be sure that the gasket is in good condition.

HIGH VOLTAGE Measure the resistance. Normal: Momentarily indicates

CAPACITOR (Ohm-meter scale: Rx1000) several ohms, and then
• Terminal to terminal. gradually returns to
infinite.

Measure the resistance. Normal: Infinite.

(Ohm-meter scale: Rx1000)
• Terminal to case.

HIGH VOLTAGE Measure the continuity (Forward). Normal: Continuity.

DIODE (Ohm-meter scale: Rx10000) Abnormal: Infinite.

NOTE :
Some inexpensive meters
may indicate infinite
resistance in both direction. Normal: Infinite.
Measure the continuity (Reverse).
(Ohm-meter scale: Rx10000) Abnormal: Continuity.

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 COMPONENTS TEST PROCEDURE RESULTS
FUSE Check for continuity of the fuse with an Normal Abnormal
multi-meter.

NOTE: If the fuse is blown, check the primary, the secondary, and the monitor switches,
H.V.D. and H.V.C. before replacing the fuse.
If the fuse is blown by improper switch operation replace the defective switch and the
fuse at the same time. Replace just the fuse if the switches operate normally.
H.V. FUSE Check for continuity of the H.V.Fuse with Normal Abnormal
multi-meter.

HEATER ELEMENT Measure the resistance.

Normal:
(Wire leads removed.) (Multi-meter scale: Rx1)
*Grill heater
Approx. 38 ohm
(at 20 ~ 30oC)

Measure the resistance with 500V-100M ohm

insulation resistance meter. Normal: more than 0.5 Mohm

NOTE: Make sure heater is fully cooled when tested.

0°C~Approx.90°C Approx.90°C
GRILL THERMOSTAT

OVEN THERMOSTAT 0°C~Approx.145°C Approx.145°C

MAGNETRON
THERMOSTAT

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 COMPONENTS TEST PROCEDURE RESULTS
Disconnect the 8 pin Check for P.C.B. connector. Cooking Start OFF
connector from P.C.B.
(Refer to schemetic diagram)

1 3 5

RELAY 2, RELAY 3 Cooking Start OFF

Relay 3
OF P.C.B.
(Wire leads removed.)
Note: Relay Relay 1
Relay 1: Fan motor
Turntable motor
Oven lamp
Relay 2: Microwave
Relay 3: Grill
Relay 2

FAN MOTOR Measure the resistance. Normal:

(Wire leads removed) (Ohm-meter scale: R x 100) A~B A~C

40 ~ 60Ω 300~500Ω

Abnormal: ∞ or several Ω
A
B
C

Measure the resistance.

TURNTABLE (Ohm-meter scale: R x 1000) Normal: Approx. 100~200 Ω
MOTOR Abnormal: ∞ or several Ω
(Wire leads removed)

NOTE : • A MICROWAVE LEAKAGE TEST MUST ALWAYS BE PERFORMED WHEN THE UNIT IS
SERVICED FOR ANY REASON.
• MAKE SURE THE WIRE LEADS ARE IN THE CORRECT POSITION.
• WHEN REMOVING THE WIRE LEADS FROM THE PARTS, BE SURE TO GRASP THE
CONNECTOR, NOT THE WIRES.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

WHEN YOU GET A COMPLAINT FROM YOUR CUSTOMER, EVALUATE THE COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. IF
THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS APPLY, PLEASE INSTRUCT THE CUSTOMER IN THE PROPER USE OF THE
MICROWAVE OVEN. THIS CAN ELIMINATE AN UNNECESSARY SERVICE CALL.

CAUTIONS
1. Check grounding before checking for trouble.
2. Be careful of the high voltage circuit.
3. Discharge the high voltage capacitor. (See page 2-1)
4. When checking the continuity of the switches or of the high voltage transformer, disconnect one lead wire
from these parts and then check continuity with the AC plug removed. To do otherwise may result in a
false reading or damage to your meter.
5. Do not touch any part of the circuitry on the digital programmer circuit since static electric discharge may
damage this control panel.
Always touch yourself ground while working on this panel to discharge any static charge built up in your
body.

CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY

Microwave oven Inserting many plug into one Avoid using other electrical
does not work. plug outlet and using appliances when you use the
them at the same time microwave oven.
(causes overloading).

Microwave oven plug is not Insert microwave oven plug

inserted tightly. securely.

Output power is too low. Low AC input voltage. Use the microwave oven at
adequate line voltage.

Food temperature is too low. This may not be a defect.

It is possible that the food
should be cooked for a
longer time period.

Sparks occurring. Using metallic ware and Do not use metallic ware for
allowing it to touch the oven cooking except where noted
wall. in the cooking guide.

Ceramic ware trimmed in Do not use any type of

gold or silver powder is used. cookware with metallic
trimming.

Uneven cooking. Inconsistent intensity of 1. Wrap the thinner part with

microwave by their aluminum foil.
characteristics. 2. Use plastic wrap or lid.
3. Stir once or twice while cooking
soup, cocoa or milk, etc.

Turntable drags or makes Distribute food evenly. Cook

Excessive weight on tray or
noise. smaller portions and,or use
improperly balanced.
lighter weight cookware.
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 (TROUBLE 1) The following visual conditions indicate a probable defective control circuit.

1. Incomplete segments.
• Segment missing.
• Partial segment missing.
• Digit flickering (NOTE: Slight flickering is normal.)
2. Colon does not turn on or blink.
3. A distinct change in the brightness of one or more numbers in display.
4. One or more digits in the display are not lighting.
5. Display indicates a number different from one touched, for example, key in 5 and 3 appears in the display.
6. Specific numbers (for example 7 or 9) will not display when key pad is touched.
7. Display does not count down with time blinking or up with clock operation.
8. Display obviously jumps in time while counting down.
9. Display counts down too fast while cooking.
10. Each indicator light does not turn on after setting cooking cycle.
11. Display time of day does not reappear when cooking is finished.
12. Beep sound is not heard when correct key is touched.

CONDITION CHECK RESULT CAUSE REMEDY

1. No input can be Check the conn- Defective PCB Replace PCB

Continuity.
programmed. ection between assembly. assembly.
membrane key
assembly and Loose Connect them
No continuity.
PCB assembly. connection. tightly.

2. Some inputs Replace key Everything works Defective key Replace key
cannot be membrane as specified. membrane membrane
programmed. assembly and assembly. assembly.
check operation.

3. Display shows a Defective PCB Replace PCB

Still have trouble.
number or figure assembly. assembly.
different from one
touched.

4. Random
programming
when touching
other pads.

5. Display is fixed
at some figure
and can not
accept any
input.

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 (TROUBLE 2) Oven does not operate at all ; Display window does not display any figures and
no input is accepted.

CONDITION CHECK RESULT CAUSE REMEDY

Check continuity Malfunction of the Replace primary

1. Fuse blows. Continuity.
of monitor monitor switch. and monitor
switch (with switches.
door closed). No continuity.

Replace fuse

Check continuity Replace primary

Continuity. Shorted contact at
of primary and monitor
the primary switch.
switch (with switches.
door opened). No continuity.

Disconnect one Defective high Replace high

Normal.
side of the wire voltage capacitor. voltage capacitor.
lead connected
from transformer Defective high volt- Replace high volt-
Fuse blows again
to the high age transformer. age transformer.
voltage
capacitor and
operate the unit.

NOTE : All these switches must be replaced at the same time. Refer to page 5-6, 5-7

2. Fuse does not Check continuity Defective mag- Replace mag-

No continuity.
blow. of magnetron netron thermostat. netron thermostat.
thermostat.

Continuity.

Check continuity
No continuity. Defective power Replace power
of power supply
cord. supply cord. supply cord.

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 (TROUBLE 3) Display shows all figures set, but oven does not start cooking while
desired program times are set and START pad is touched.

CONDITION CHECK RESULT CAUSE REMEDY

Check continuity Defective Replace

1.Setting time does No continuity.
of secondary secondary switch. secondary switch.
not count down
when touching switch (with
START pad. door closed). continuity.

Check the con-

nection between Defective P.C.B Replace P.C.B
No continuity.
connector and assembly. assembly.
P.C.B assembly.
Connection then
Continuity. Loose connection.
tightly.

2. Fan motor or Defective fan Replace fan

oven lamp Check fan motor. Abnormal. motor. motor.
do not turn
on. Defective fan Replace fan
Check oven lamp. Abnormal. motor. motor.

Normal.

(TROUBLE 4) Oven seems to be operation but little heat is produced in oven load.

CONDITION CHECK RESULT CAUSE REMEDY

Check the Lower than 90% of Decrease in power Suggest customer

Output is low.
power source rating voltage. source voltage contact local
voltage. with load. electric power
utility co. or
Normal.
qualified
electrician.
Disconnect the
wire leads from Defective P.C.B Replace P.C.B
relay 2 and check Abnormal.
assembly. assembly.
on and off time
with multitester. Normal.

Measure the Defective Replace

output power. Abnormal.
magnetron. magnetron.
NOTE: Simple test of power output-conducted by heating one liter water for one min. if available.

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 (TROUBLE 5) No microwave oscillation even though oven lamp and fan motor run
(Display operates properly)

CONDITION CHECK RESULT CAUSE REMEDY

No microwave Disconnect the Defective P.C.B Replace P.C.B

No continuity.
oscillation. wire leads from assembly assembly
relay 2 and
check continuity
Continuity.
of relay2.
(Operate the
unit)

Check H.V. Defective high Replace high

Abnormal
transformer. voltage voltage
transformer. transformer .

normal

Check H.V. Defective high Replace high

Abnormal
capacitor. voltage capacitor. voltage capacitor.

normal

Check H.V. Defective high Replace high

Abnormal
diode. voltage Diode. voltage Diode.

normal

Check Defective Replace

Abnormal
Magnetron. magnetron. magnetron .

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 (TROUBLE 6) Oven does not cook properly when programmed for the set power level
(Operates properly on HIGH)

CONDITION CHECK RESULT CAUSE REMEDY

Output is full when Disconnect the Defective P.C.B. Replace P.C.B.

Abnormal.
you set lower wire leads from assembly. assembly.
power level. relay 2 and check
continuity relay 2.
(Operate the unit)

(TROUBLE 7) Grill

CONDITION CHECK RESULT CAUSE REMEDY

1. Heater is not Malfunction the

Heater. Abnormal. Replace.
operating. heater.

Normal.

Thermostat and Malfunction the

Abnormal. Replace.
relay3.(Grill) thermostat.

Normal.

Replace or
Wire connection. No continuity. Open or loosen.
connect tightly.

1. Lower tempera- Malfunction the

Heater. Abnormal. Replace.
ture the oven. heater.

Normal.

Thermostat and Malfunction the

Abnormal. Replace.
relay3.(Grill) thermostat.

NOTE: * Make sure the wore leads correct position.

* When removing the wire leads from parts be sure to grasp the connector not the wires.
* When removing the magnetron, be sure to install the magnetron gasket in the correct position and in
good condition.

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EXPLODED VIEW

INTRODUCTION
MODEL : MB-387W

OVEN CAVITY PARTS

INTERIOR PARTS

DOOR PARTS BASE PLATE PARTS

LATCH BOARD PARTS

CONTROL PANEL PARTS

6-1
#EV#

DOOR PARTS

13581A

13552A 13536A

13213A

14890A

13720D

14026A

14970A

6-2
#EV#

CONTROL PANEL PARTS

24781S

268711

23572A 249402 WTP004

250202

23790D

249401

250201
250203

6-3
#EV#

OVEN CAVITY PARTS

WTT021

35264A

33112U
WTT021

948502

WNZ015

WSZ131

33052M

WTT020

35026G

33390G
35300S
WSZ228 35889A

36549S

WTP013

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#EV#

LATCH BOARD PARTS

43500A

466001

466003

466001

44510A
WSZ085

6-5
#EV#

INTERIOR PARTS

33808A WTT021

56201B
WSZ062 56411A
56930V
WSZ002

56324A
50FZZA
34930W WSZ002 56201A

WTT037

56549F
55900A

54974S

56851D

WSZ002
50CZZH

56912B 54810C 56901A

WSZ002

948501
568771

55262A

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#EV#

BASE PLATE PARTS

56170D

63303A

63302A

WTT021

65006B

WSZ002

6-7
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF P.C.B

8-1
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD

8-2