11. Troubleshooting
Microwave oven interferes with
television reception
Dim oven light
Build-up of steam on the door,
hot air escaping from the air
vents
Accidental oven activation with
no food inside.
Malfunction
The oven will not start
The oven does not
heat up
The glass tray makes
a noise when the
microwave oven is
running
Sparks and popping
noises in the oven
(Electric arcs)
Optimal radio and television reception may be affected while
the microwave oven is in use. This interference is similar to
that caused by small domestic electric appliances, such as
blenders, vacuum cleaners and fans. This is an entirely
During microwave cooking at low power, the oven light may
become dim. This is an entirely normal occurrence.
During cooking, food may release steam. In particular, hot air
may escape from the ventilation openings. Some steam may
also build up on the oven door. This is an entirely normal
The oven must not be operated without food inside. This is
Power plug not inserted properly.
Make sure the oven power supply is enabled.
Door not closed properly.
Make sure there is no foreign material trapped between the door
and the front of the cavity.
Build-up of dirt in the roller seat and on the bottom of the oven.
Plates used have metallic decorations.
A metal fork or cooking utensil has been forgotten inside the oven.
Too much aluminium foil is being used.
A metal bag clip is being used.
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normal occurrence.
occurrence.
actually very dangerous.
Possible cause