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  • Page 1 I© user manua the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product, Please register your product at www, samsung,comiglobaliregister...
  • Page 2 Lighting and oven control the degree of lighting (High/Low/Off) Sensor Cooking Don't know how to cook? Samsung's new OTR sensor technology offers preset functions resulting in perfectly cooked dishes every time. Simply select a cooking menu, and the cooking results will astound you. VFD display...
  • Page 3 It's your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operation your microwave oven. Samsung is not liable for damages resulting from improper use. WHAT THEICONS ANDSIGNSINTHISMANUALMEAN: WARNING: Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
  • Page 4 Always observe Safety Precautions when using your oven. Never try to repair the oven on your own - there is dangerous voltage inside. If the oven needs to be repaired, call 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) for the name of an authorized service center near you.
  • Page 5 When cleaning t hedoorandovensurfaces, useonlymild,nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied witha sponge or softcloth. Remove l idsfrombaby foodbefore heating. Afterheating babyfood,stirwell a nd testtemperature bytastingbefore serving. This over-the-range ovenwasdesigned f oruseoverranges nowiderthan36 inches. I tmaybeinstalled o verbothgasandelectric c ooking equipment. Liquids, suchaswater, c offee, o rteaareableto beoverheated beyond the boiling pointwithout a ppearing to beboiling.
  • Page 6 TO REDUCE T HERISKOFFIREINTHEOVEN: Remove wire twist-ties from plastic cooking bags before placing bags in oven. not use the oven compartment for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the oven when not in use. Do not overcook food.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT G ROUNDING I NSTRUCTIONS _This appliance 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 electrical current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord that includes a grounding wire and a grounding plug.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    ontent SETTING UP YOUR NEW Checking the parts MICROWAVE OVEN Warranty and service information Setting up your microwave oven Checking the control panel Setting the time USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Using the Kitchen Timer Button Using the One Minute+ Button Using the More/Less Buttons Using theVent Hi/Lo/Off Button Using the Light Hi/Lo/Off Button...
  • Page 9 CLEANING AND MAINTAiNiNG YOUR Cleaning the exterior MICROWAVE OVEN Cleaning the interior Cleaning the door and door seals Cleaning the turntable and roller rings Cleaning the grease filter Storing and repairing your microwave oven Replacing the Cooktop/Night light Replacing the oven light Replacing the charcoal filter TROUBLESHOOTING Check these points if your microwave oven...

  • Page 10: 10 Setting Up Your New Microwave Oven

    Carefully unpack your microwave oven, and make sure you've received all the parts shown below. If your microwave oven was damaged during shipping, or if you do not have all the parts, contact Samsung Customer Service. (Refer to the "WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION" on page 11 .)

  • Page 11: Setting Up Your Microwave Oven

    AND SERVICE INFORMATION To help us to serve you better, please complete the enclosed registration card and promptly return it by mail. If the registration card is missing, you can call Samsung Electronics, Inc., at 1-SO0=SAMSUNG (726-7864) or register online at www.samsung.com/globaVregistero When contacting Samsung, please provide the specific model and serial number information which is usually located on the back or bottom of the product.

  • Page 12: Checking The Control Panel

    CHECKING THE CONTROL PANEL _ Ba_ ¸ ICL%, ',,P_ ;_ ® _4i_ute ® ® ® ® ® ,... ® 12 setting up your new microwave oven...
  • Page 13 DISPLAY The display displays the time when the microwave is not being used, as well as your selected cooking time settings and cooking functions. AUTO DEFROST Use this button to defrost food according to its weight. BUTTON Use these buttons to select a preset cooking cycle. ENSOR COOK BUTTON ENSOR REHEAT...

  • Page 14: Setting The Time

    SETTING THE TIME Your microwave oven is equipped with a built-in clock. Set the clock when first installing your microwave oven and after a power failure. The time is displayed whenever the microwave oven is not being used. 1, Press the Clock button. 2, Select AM/PM by press Clock button.

  • Page 15: Using The One Minute+ Button

    Cooking has never been easier than with your new Samsung microwave oven. The following section describes everything you need to know about using your microwave oven. USING THE KITCHEN TIMER BUTTON This microwave allows you to use your microwave oven as a timer. Use the Kitchen Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

  • Page 16: Using The Turntable On/Off Button

    USING THE TURNTABLE ON/OFF BUTTON For best cooking results leave the turntable on. However, for large dishes it can be turned off. Press the TURNTABLE ON/OFF button to turn the turntable on or off. The turntable may become too hot to touch. Use pot holders to touch the turntable during and after cAuT,o, cooking.

  • Page 17: Using The Sensor Cook Buttons

    USING THE SENSOR COOK BUTTONS The Sensor Cook buttons consist of frequently used settings allowing you to select them quickly and conveniently. Use the More (9}/Less (1} buttons to set your temperature preference. If the food is not thoroughly cooked or reheated when using the auto cook feature, complete the cooking process by selecting a power level and cooking time.

  • Page 18: Using The Auto Defrost Button

    USING THE AUTO DEFROST BUTTON The defrost choices are preset in the oven. The defrost cycle provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods, because the oven automatically sets the defrosting times according to the entered weight. For added convenience, the auto defrost function beeps to remind you to check or turn over the food during the defrost cycle.
  • Page 19 Auto defrosting table Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. Start with the food placed fat side down. After each stage, turn the food over and shield any warm Roast Beef, 2.5-6.0 Ibs. Pork portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Let stand, covered for 10-20 minutes.

  • Page 20: Using The Sensor Reheat Button

    USING THE SENSOR REHEAT BUTTON Heating leftovers and precooked foods is easy with your new microwave. By actually sensing the humidity that escapes as the food is heated, the oven's heating time is automatically adjusted depending on the type and amount of precooked food. already precooked.

  • Page 21: Using The Custom Cook Button

    USING THE CUSTOM COOK BUTTON The custom cook button lets you store cooking instructions, and recall them later from memory and begin cooking quickly. Storing/Memorizing a recipe 1. Press the Custom Cook button. (Touch the pad twice to delete the previous Custom setting.) 2.

  • Page 22: Using The Kids Meals Button

    USING THE KIDS MEALS BUTTON 1. Press the Kids Meals button. The display will show C//iCf_Fi*qNUC(_E/-_4_. (Refer to the Kids meals table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size. (Refer to the Kids meals table for the serving size.) 3.

  • Page 23: Using The Snack Bar Button

    USING THE SNACK BAR BUTTON 1. Press the Snack Bar button. The display will show NAC//0,<_ 1 _4_i-7?!_'/qdlL (Refer to the snack bar table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size. Only number 1 (serving) is available for Nachos.

  • Page 24: Microwave Cooking Times & Power Levels

    MICROWAVE COOKING TIMES & POWER LEVELS Your oven allows you to set two different cooking stages, each with their own time length and power level. The power level lets you control the heating intensity from Warm (1) through to High (10). Cooking at high power levels...
  • Page 25 Cooking with more than one cook cycle For best results, some recipes call for one Power Level for a certain length of time, and another Power Level for another length of time. Your oven can be set to change from one to another automatically, if the first cycle is the defrost cycle.
  • Page 26 To cook food in the microwave oven, the 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, The table below lists various types of cookware and indicates if and how they should be used in a microwave oven, MICROWAVE=SAFE...
  • Page 27 Plates. cuds. napKins anc! For short cooking times and warming. Also K tchen uaDer to absorb excess moisture. Recycled paper Do not use recycled paper towels, which may contain metal and may catch fire or cause arcing. Plastic Containers Can be used if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some plastics may warp or discolor at high temperatures.
  • Page 28 MICROWAVES Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by the water, fat and sugar content. The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly and the rapid movement of these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food. Cooking meat Place the meat fat-side down on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish.
  • Page 29 Cooking poultry Place the poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish and cover with wax paper to prevent spattering. Use aluminum foil to shield the bone tips, thin pieces of meat, or areas that are starting to overcook. Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand the recommended time.
  • Page 30 Cooking eggs Never cook eggs in their shells, and never warm up boiled eggs in their shells as they can ..explode. Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting. Cooking vegetables Vegetables should be washed prior to cooking. Usually no extra water is needed. If dense vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and green beans are being cooked, add about 1/4 cup water.
  • Page 31 ceanng and ma nta n ng 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 32 ncj and rnantan'ncj CLEANING THE GREASE FILTER The grease filter should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operate oven hood without filters in place. WARNING 1. To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operate the oven hood without the filters in place.
  • Page 33 REPLACING THE COOKTOP/NIGHT LIGHT When replacing the 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 bulb cover, and mounting screws. 3, Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb.
  • Page 34 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 w_/.samsungparts. (Charcoal filter part no.: DE63-00367A} 1, Unplug the oven plug or turn off the power at the main power supply.
  • Page 35 CHECK THESE POINTS iF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN... Display is not working. Make sure the plug is properly connected to a grounded outlet. If the wall outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is turned on. Remove the plug from the outlet, wait ten seconds, and plug it in again.
  • Page 36 SPECIFICATIONS Oven Cavity 1.6 CuFt Controls 10 power levels, including defrost Timer 99 minutes, 99 seconds Power Source 120 VAC, 60 Hz Power Consumption 1500 Watts Power Output 950 Watts Oven Cavity Dimensions 20 1/4"(W) X 9 1/4"(H) X 14 13/32"(D) Outside Dimensions 29 7/8"(W) X 16 1/2"(H) X 151/16"(D) Shipping...
  • Page 37 SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG's authorized service center. SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, 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. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG.
  • Page 40 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ©ANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung,com Code No.: DE68-00355D...

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