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Warning: To avoid electrical shock, which can cause severe personal injury or death, do not remove the outer case at any time. Only an authorized
SPECTRUM servicer should conduct repairs.
Unauthorized repair will void your warranty.
Troubleshooting
ISSUE
MIGHT BE CAUSED BY
RECOMMENDED SOLUTION
Oven will not start
Electrical cord for oven is not plugged in
Plug cord into outlet correctly
Door is open
Close the door and try again
Wrong operation is set
Check instructions
Fuse blown or circuit breaker is open
Replace fuse (should be repaired by authorized
servicer) or reset breaker
Malfunctioning outlet
Test outlet with other electrical appliances
Arcing or sparking
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used
Use microwave-safe cookware only
The oven is operated when empty
DO NOT operate with cavity empty
Spilled food remains in the cavity
Clean cavity with a wet towel
Dim oven light
Cooking at low power level
This is normal
Steam forms on oven door
When cooking foods in a microwave, steam is generated This is normal
Hot air expelled from vents
Food cooking in a microwave may release heat
This is normal
Unevenly cooked foods
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used
Use microwave-safe cookware only
Food is not defrosted completely
Completely defrost food prior to using oven
Cooking time, power level, are not suitable
Use correct cooking time and power level
Food is not turned or stirred
Turn or stir food. Follow food distributor's
instructions if necessary
Overcooked foods
Cooking time, power level, are not suitable
Use correct cooking time and power level
Undercooked foods
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used
Use microwave-safe cookware only
Food is not defrosted completely
Completely defrost food prior to using oven
Oven ventilation ports are restricted
Check to see that oven ventilation ports are not
restricted
Cooking time, power level, are not suitable
Use correct cooking time and power level
Improper defrosting
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used
Use microwave-safe cookware only
Cooking time, power level, are not suitable
Use correct cooking time and power level
Food is not turned or stirred
Turn or stir food. Follow food distributor's
instructions if necessary
Fan continues after food is
done and door open
Unit keeps fan on to cool the electronics
This is normal
