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MC17T8000C*
MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 1
MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 1
2020-11-16
2020-11-16
1:42:46
1:42:46

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  • Page 1 Microwave Oven User manual MC17T8000C* MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 1 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 1 2020-11-16 2020-11-16 1:42:46 1:42:46...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important safety instructions Setting up your new microwave oven Checking the parts Setting up your microwave oven Checking the control panel Clock Settings Child Lock Eco mode Smart Control Voice Control Auto Connectivity My settings Using your microwave oven Kitchen Timer Vent Fan (High/Mid/Low/Off) Cooktop Lamp (High/Low/Off)
  • Page 3 Storing and repairing your microwave oven Replacing the cooktop/night light Replacing the oven light Cleaning the grease filter Replacing the charcoal filter Troubleshooting Check points Information codes Appendix Specifications Warranty Samsung over-the-range (otr) microwave oven English 3 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 3 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 3 2020-11-16 2020-11-16 1:42:46 1:42:46...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Congratulations on your new Samsung microwave oven. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your microwave oven’s many benefits and features.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean: WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death. CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage. NOTE To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your microwave oven, follow these basic safety precautions.
  • Page 6 Important safety instructions When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Warning To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. Read all safety instructions before using the appliance. 2.
  • Page 7 16. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together when the door closes, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. Unplug the plug before cleaning. 17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: a.
  • Page 8 Important safety instructions CAUTION 1. Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood of the filter. 2. When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on. 3. Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye- based oven cleaner, may damage the filter.
  • Page 9 USE OF EXTENSION CORDS A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of your becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and you can use them if you exercise care. If you use a long cord or extension cord: 1.
  • Page 10 Important safety instructions CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS This appliance must be installed by a qualified technician or service company. Failing to have a qualified technician install the oven may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury. Unpack the oven, remove all packaging material and examine the oven for any damage such as dents on the interior or exterior of the oven, broken door latches, cracks in the door, or a door that is not lined up correctly.
  • Page 11 Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily, or dusty location, or in a location exposed to direct sunlight or water (rain drops). This may result in electric shock or fire. Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
  • Page 12 Important safety instructions CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS If the microwave appliance is flooded, please contact your nearest service center. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy”, found in the beginning of this Safety Information Section.
  • Page 13 If any foreign substance such as water enters the microwave, unplug it, and then contact your nearest service center. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. This may result in electric shock. Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while the appliance is in operation.
  • Page 14 Important safety instructions USAGE CAUTIONS If the surface of the microwave is cracked, turn it off. Failing to do so may result in electric shock. Dishes and containers can become hot. Handle with care. Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Carefully remove container coverings, directing steam away from your hands and face.
  • Page 15 Do not stand on top of the microwave or place objects (such as laundry, oven covers, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. Items, such as a cloth, may get caught in the door. This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury. Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
  • Page 16 Important safety instructions CRITICAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it. Do not use benzene, thinner, or alcohol to clean the appliance. This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock, or fire. Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket and remove food waste from the door and cooking compartment.
  • Page 17: Setting Up Your New Microwave Oven

    (Top & Wall) NOTE If you need an accessory marked with an * (asterisk), please contact the Samsung Call Center using the phone number listed on the last page of this manual or visit our on-line parts web site at www.samsungparts.com.
  • Page 18: Setting Up Your Microwave Oven

    Setting up your new microwave oven Setting up your microwave oven 1. Open the door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door. 2. Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth. damp cloth 3. Install the pre-assembled ring into the indentation at the center of the microwave oven.
  • Page 19: Checking The Control Panel

    Checking the control panel 01 Popcorn Button 02 Cookie Button 03 Slim Fry Button 04 Auto Cook Button 05 Defrost Button 06 Microwave Button 07 Convection Bake/Roast Button 08 Speed Bake/Roast Button 09 Grill Button 10 Keep Warm Button 11 Steam Clean Button 12 Smart Control Button 13 Number Pad 14 Kitchen Timer/Clock Setting Button...
  • Page 20: Clock Settings

    Setting up your new microwave oven Clock Settings Your microwave oven is equipped with a built-in clock. Set the clock when first installing your microwave oven or after a power failure. The time is displayed whenever the microwave oven is not being used. 1.
  • Page 21: Smart Control

    Smart Control To use the microwave oven’s Smart Control, you must download the SmartThings app to a mobile device. Functions operated by the SmartThings app may not work smoothly if communication conditions are poor or the microwave oven is installed in a place with a weak Wi-Fi signal. How to connect the microwave oven 1.
  • Page 22: Voice Control

    To use the microwave oven’s Voice Control function, you need Bixby / Amazon Alexa App / Google Assistant App on your mobile device. • Bixby : Start conversation with Bixby on SAMSUNG mobile by saying “Hi Bixby” or by pressing the side key.
  • Page 23 (Change Cook 1 hour Time) • Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant : Samsung smart home appliances are supported by SmartThings skill in Alexa & action in Google Assistant. Installation Guide Here’s how to link SmartThings account into Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
  • Page 24 Setting up your new microwave oven Function “Alexa” “Ok Google” Start • Set the microwave to Microwave • Set the microwave to Grill • Set the microwave to Convection bake • Set the microwave to Convection roast • Set the microwave to Keep warm •...
  • Page 25 Function “Alexa” “Ok Google” Turn Off/Stop • Turn off the microwave • Turn off the microwave • Stop the microwave • Stop the microwave Pause • Pause the microwave • Pause the microwave Resume • Resume the microwave • Resume the microwave •...
  • Page 26: Auto Connectivity

    Auto Connectivity function lets you quickly connect the hood via Wi-Fi with a compatible Samsung cooktop after the hood and cooktop have been paired. To turn the function on, press the Auto Connectivity button in SmartThings App. To disconnect the hood and cooktop, press the Auto Connectivity button again.
  • Page 27: My Settings

    My settings You can customize your new microwave oven to suit your preferences. To customize: 1. Touch the 0 button for 3 seconds. Touch the number pad to select a function you want to customize (Refer to the table below.) and then touch OK button.
  • Page 28 Setting up your new microwave oven Function Description Options Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi function can be turned On and Off. NOTE • If you change your mind while adjusting a setting, touch the STOP/CLEAR Eco button to cancel, and then adjust the setting again. •...
  • Page 29: Using Your Microwave Oven

    Using your microwave oven Kitchen Timer Your microwave has a built-in timer function - the Kitchen Timer. Use the Kitchen Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. 1. Touch the button. 2. Use the number pad to set the time you want the timer to run.
  • Page 30: Cooktop Lamp (High/Low/Off)

    Using your microwave oven Cooktop Lamp (High/Low/Off) Touch the button to turn the cooktop lamp on or off. Touch the button once for high, twice for low, and three times to turn the cooktop lamp off. On the display Hi, Lo, OFF will appear instead of High, Low, Off.
  • Page 31: 30Sec Button

    +30sec button This feature offers a convenient way to increase cooking time. +30sec feature is only for manual cooking mode. 1. In standby mode, touching +30sec button will add 30 seconds of microwave mode at 100 % power. (Power level can not be changed in this way.) 2.
  • Page 32: Popcorn

    Using your microwave oven Popcorn You can cook popcorn easily using the Popcorn button. You do not need to set either the cooking time or the power level. 1. Put a bag of unpopped popcorn on the tray. 2. Touch the Popcorn button. 3.
  • Page 33: Cookie

    Cookie You can cook cookies evenly using the Cookie button. A high speed fan circulates hot air inside the oven to heat food evenly. For best results, it is recommended to preheat and to grease the ceramic enamel plate and use it on the low rack. The ceramic enamel plate will shorten cooking time and the low rack helps heated air to move around the food.
  • Page 34: Slim Fry

    Using your microwave oven Slim Fry The Slim Fry menu contains pre-set cooking programs for 9 different items. You do not need to set the cooking times or the power level. 1. Place the food on the tray or the rack. (See Accessory Combination Guide on page 31) 2.
  • Page 35: Example For Slim Fry Operation

    Example for Slim Fry operation To set SF-4. Frozen Chicken Nuggets with 2 servings for example, follow the instructions below. Touch Display shows Time counting down English 35 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 35 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 35 2020-11-16 2020-11-16 1:42:51 1:42:51...
  • Page 36 Using your microwave oven Cook Accessory Food Amount Directions Type Place frozen hash brown patties on 2 servings : 4ea Frozen Hash greased ceramic enamel tray. Put tray on Brown Patties 4 servings : 8ea the center of glass tray. 2 servings : 8 oz, 227 g Frozen French Place frozen french fries on greased...
  • Page 37: Auto Cook

    Auto Cook The Auto Cook menu contains pre-set cooking programs for 71 different items. You do not need to set the cooking times or the power level. 1. Place the food on the tray or the rack. (See Accessory Combination Guide on page 31) 2.
  • Page 38: Example For Auto Cook Operation

    Using your microwave oven Example for Auto Cook operation To set A-23. Frozen Waffles with 3 servings for example, follow the instructions below. Touch Display shows Time counting down English MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 38 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 38 2020-11-16 2020-11-16 1:42:52 1:42:52...
  • Page 39 Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type 2 Slices Put the pizza on a microwave- (3-4 oz, 85-113 g/ safe plate with wide end of slices each) Reheat Pizza towards the outside edge of the Slices plate. Do not let slices overlap. 4 Slices Do not cover.
  • Page 40 Using your microwave oven Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type 1 serving : 8 oz, 227 g 2 servings : Use only refrigerated food. Pour 16 oz, 454 g Reheat Soup, into a deep ceramic plate or bowl. broth Cover with lid or vented plastic 3 servings : wrap.
  • Page 41 Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type 1 serving : 1/2 cup Wash and clean broccoli and prepare florets. Put into a microwave-safe ceramic or 2 servings : 1 cup glass bowl and add 1/2 to 2 oz Broccoli (15-60 ml) of water (1/2 oz or 3 3 servings : 1.5 cups 15 ml per serving).
  • Page 42 Using your microwave oven Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type 1 serving : 1/2 cup Wash and clean frozen broccoli florets. Put into a microwave-safe 2 servings : 1 cup ceramic or glass bowl and add Broccoli 1/2 to 2 oz (15-60 ml) of water 3 3 servings : 1.5 cups (1/2 oz or 15 ml per serving).
  • Page 43 Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type Pierce each potato several times 2 ea (8-10 oz, 227- with a fork. Place on the turntable 283 g/each) Baked Potato in a spoke-like fashion. After 4 ea (8-10 oz, 227- cooking, let the potatoes stand for 283 g/each) 3-5 minutes.
  • Page 44 Using your microwave oven Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type Frozen pizza, Place pizza on rack. Place the low 6 inches individual 6 inch rack on ceramic enamel tray. Frozen Pizza, Place pizza on rack. Place the low 12 inches regular, 12 inch rack on ceramic enamel tray.
  • Page 45 Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type Remove wrapping and cut butter 1 1 stick : 4 oz, 113 g in half vertically. Place butter in Melt Butter dish, cover with wax paper. Stir 2 sticks : 8 oz, well after finishing and let stand 227 g 1-2 minutes.
  • Page 46 Using your microwave oven Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type 2 ea Place chicken breast on high rack. (6 oz, 170 g/each) Place the rack on ceramic enamel Chicken Breast tray. When the oven beeps, flip 4 ea chicken and re-start the oven. (6 oz, 170 g/each) Place chicken wings on low rack.
  • Page 47 Cook Accessory Category Food Amount Directions type Place beef on low rack. Place 2 lbs, 907 g the rack on ceramic enamel tray. Roast Beef When the oven beeps, flip beef 3 lbs, 1361 g and re-start the oven. 2 servings : Place beef in microwave safe 0.5 lb, 227 g 2 quart casserole glass dish then...
  • Page 48: Defrost

    Using your microwave oven Defrost Remove all packaging material before defrosting. Place meat, poultry, fish, bread, etc. on a turntable (glass tray). General defrosting instructions: 1. Place the food on the turntable. 2. Touch the Defrost button. 3. To select the number that corresponds to the food you want to defrost, touch the number pad.
  • Page 49 For specific instructions for different kinds of food, see the table below. Cook Food Amount Time (Min) Directions Meat 0.1-6.0 lbs 10-30 Shield the edges with aluminium foil. Flip the meat when the 100-2700 g oven beeps. This program is suitable for lamb, pork, steaks, chops, and ground meat.
  • Page 50: Microwave

    Using your microwave oven Microwave Microwave mode can operate with One-stage cooking mode and Multi-stage cooking mode (maximum of 2 stages). You can also change power level (10-100) if needed. 1. Touch the Microwave button. (You can skip this step and start at the next step.) 2.
  • Page 51: Convection Bake/Roast

    Convection Bake/Roast The Convection Bake/Roast mode uses dry heat to cook and brown food. A high speed fan circulates hot air inside the oven to heat food quickly and evenly. When you cook using convection, you would generally use the low rack. 1.
  • Page 52: Speed Bake/Roast

    Using your microwave oven NOTE • If the oven reaches the temperature setting, ‘Beep’ sound will occur in both preheat and cooking mode. • To maintain a constant temperature, keep the oven door closed while the food is cooking. Open as infrequently as possible. •...
  • Page 53: Cookware For Cooking With Speed Bake/Roast

    NOTE • This mode combines microwave energy with hot air. This combination reduces the cooking time while giving the food a brown and crispy surface. • The vent fan operates at low speed while the oven operates in Speed Bake/Roast mode. Cookware for cooking with speed bake/roast Use only cookware that is specially manufactured for microwave ovens.
  • Page 54: Speed Bake/Roast Cooking Guide

    Using your microwave oven Speed Bake/Roast Cooking Guide Use the cooking mode, power levels, and times in this table as guides for speed cooking. NOTE Always use oven gloves when taking the food out of the microwave oven. Type Food Amount Mode Time (Min)
  • Page 55: Grill

    Type Food Amount Mode Time (Min) Directions Snack, Chicken 5-10 ea Speed Roast 30 % 5-10 Place the chicken nuggets on Frozen Nuggets the ceramic enamel tray, then place the tray on the high rack. Chicken 10-20 ea Speed Roast 50 % 12-17 Place the chicken wings on Wings...
  • Page 56: Keep Warm

    Using your microwave oven Keep Warm You can keep cooked food warm in your microwave oven for up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. 1. Touch the Keep Warm button. 2. Enter the time by touching the number pad. If you don’t set the cook time, your oven will maintain the Keep Warm function for 99 minutes.
  • Page 57: Steam Clean

    Steam Clean The steam provided by the steam clean system will soak the cavity surface. After using the steam clean function, you can easily clean the cavity of the oven. 1. Open the door. 2. Carefully pour about 2fl.oz. of water into a wide plate.
  • Page 58: Cookware Guide

    Cookware guide To cook food in your microwave oven, microwaves must be able to penetrate the food without being reflected or absorbed by the dish. It is important to choose the correct cookware, therefore look for cookware that is marked microwave-safe.
  • Page 59: Testing Utensils

    Testing utensils If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave-safe or not, you can perform this test: 1. Fill a 1 cup glass measuring cup with water and put it inside your oven, next to the dish you want to test. 2.
  • Page 60: Cooking Guide

    Cooking guide Microwave energy actually penetrates food and is attracted to and absorbed by the water, fat, and sugar molecules in the food. The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid movement of these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food.
  • Page 61: Recommended Cooking Utensils

    Recommended cooking utensils • Dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to heat than lighter foods. Food with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to prevent it from becoming tough. • Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can affect cooking time. When trying a new recipe, use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to prevent overcooking.
  • Page 62: Guide For Cooking Vegetables In Your Microwave

    Cooking guide Guide for cooking vegetables in your microwave • Vegetables should be washed just before cooking. Often, no extra water is needed. If you are cooking dense vegetables such as cubed potatoes, carrots, or green beans, add about ¼ cup water. •...
  • Page 63: Cleaning And Maintaining Your Microwave Oven

    Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave oven clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. Cleaning the exterior It’s best to clean spills on the outside of your microwave oven as they occur. Use a soft cloth and warm, soapy water.
  • Page 64: Cleaning The Interior

    Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Cleaning the interior CAUTION To avoid injury, ensure that the microwave oven has cooled down before cleaning it. CAUTION Remove the glass tray from the oven when cleaning the oven or tray. To prevent the tray from breaking, handle it with care and do not put it in water immediately after cooking.
  • Page 65: Replacing The Cooktop/Night Light

    Replacing the cooktop/night light When replacing the cooktop/night light, make sure that you are wearing gloves to avoid injury from the heat of the bulb. 1. Unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main power supply. 2. Remove the screw from the light cover and lower the cover.
  • Page 66: Cleaning The Grease Filter

    Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Cleaning the grease filter Your microwave oven has two metal reusable grease filters. The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once every four months or as required. NOTE Your microwave oven has a filter reminder function. See page 28 for details. WARNING To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operate the oven hood without the filters in place.
  • Page 67: Replacing The Charcoal Filter

    If your oven is vented to the inside, the charcoal filter should be replaced every 6 to 12 months and more often if necessary. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To order a new charcoal filter, contact the Parts Department at 1-800-627-4368 or your Samsung dealer. You can also order online at www.samsungparts.com 1.
  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    Check points If you encounter a problem with your oven, first check the table below and try the recommendations. If a problem persists, or if an information code keeps appearing on the display, contact a local Samsung service center. Problem Cause...
  • Page 69 Problem Cause Action The power The oven has been cooking for After the oven has cooked for an turns off during an extended period of time. extended period of time, let the operation. oven cool. The cooling fan is not working. Listen for the sound of the cooling fan.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action The oven exterior There is not enough ventilation There are intake/exhaust outlets gets too hot space around the oven. on the front and rear of the during operation. oven for ventilation. Check the installation guide and make sure that the microwave is far enough away from walls and cabinets for proper ventilation.
  • Page 71 Problem Cause Action The warm The oven may not work if too To test the oven, put one cup function does not much food is being warmed or of water in a microwave-safe work. improper cookware is being container, put the container used.
  • Page 72 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action There are sparks Metal containers are used during Do not use metal containers. during cooking. cooking or thawing. When power is The door is not properly closed. Close the door and check again. connected, the oven immediately starts to work.
  • Page 73 Problem Cause Action Turntable While turning, the There is no roller ring, or the Install the roller ring and then turntable comes roller ring is not properly in try again. out of place or place. stops turning. The turn table The roller ring is not properly Adjust the amount of food.
  • Page 74 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Oven The oven does The door is open. Close the door and try again. not heat. Smoke comes During initial operation, smoke This is not a malfunction. After out during may come from the heating you run the oven 2-3 times, it preheating.
  • Page 75: Information Codes

    The oven has failed to Unplug the power cord of the oven, sense the opening or C-A1 and contact a local SAMSUNG Customer closing of the damper for Care Center. 1 minute. Only occurs when C-F1 EEPROM Read or Write is not working.
  • Page 76: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications Model MC17T8000C* Oven Cavity 1.7 cu ft Controls 10 power levels, including Defrost Timer 99 minutes, 99 seconds Power Source 120 VAC, 60 Hz Power Consumption 1700 Watt Microwave / 1750 Watt Heater Microwave Power Output 950 Watts Cook Top Light LED lamp ( 2 EA ) Oven Light...
  • Page 77: Warranty

    The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG’s authorized service center. SAMSUNG will repair this product or replace it if cannot repair it, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above.
  • Page 78 SAMSUNG which damage this product or result in service problems; incorrect electrical line voltage, fluctuations and surges;...
  • Page 79 Memo English 79 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 79 MC17T8000C_AA-01_EN+MES.indb 79 2020-11-16 2020-11-16 1:42:55 1:42:55...
  • Page 80 How-to Videos and Live Shows * Requires reader to be installed on your smartphone Please be advised that the Samsung warranty does NOT cover service calls to explain product operation, correct improper installation, or perform normal cleaning or maintenance. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

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