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MC35J8085**
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.
MC35J8085LT_EF_DE68-04346A-00_EN.indd 1
2014-12-22
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  • Page 1: Microwave Oven

    Microwave oven User manual MC35J8085** 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. MC35J8085LT_EF_DE68-04346A-00_EN.indd 1 2014-12-22 4:32:50...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using this user manual The following symbols are used in this User Manual: Safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protection de l’environnement Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) Installation What’s included Installation site Turntable Maintenance Cleaning Replacement (repair) Care against an extended period of disuse Before you start...

  • Page 3: Using This User Manual

    Using this user manual You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contains valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven: Safety precautions • • Suitable accessories and cookware • Useful cooking tips • Cooking tips The following symbols are used in this User Manual: WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. MAKE SURE THAT THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OBEYED AT ALL TIMES. BEFORE USING THE OVEN, CONFIRM THAT THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED. Microwave function only WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
  • Page 5 WARNING: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  • Page 6 Safety instructions Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. The appliance is not intended for installing in road vehicles, caravans and similar vehicles etc.
  • Page 7 Oven function only - Optional WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

  • Page 8: General Safety

    Safety instructions The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
  • Page 9 Do not place the oven over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object. Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, steam cleaner or high pressure cleaner to clean the appliance. Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the product specifications.
  • Page 10 Safety instructions Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags. Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven. Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or clothes. Use shorter times for smaller amounts of food to prevent overheating and burning food. Do not immerse the power cable or power plug in water and keep the power cable away from heat.
  • Page 11 Samsung will charge a repair fee for replacing an accessory or repairing a cosmetic defect if the damage to the unit and/or damage to or loss of the accessory was caused by the customer.

  • Page 12: Protection De L'environnement

    Safety instructions Product group definition This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The definition of group 2 which contains all ISM equipment in which radio-frequency energy is intentionally generated and/or used in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the treatment of material, and EDM and arc welding equipment.

  • Page 13: Installation

    What’s included Make sure all parts and accessories are included in the product package. If you have a problem with the oven or accessories, contact a local Samsung customer centre or the retailer. Oven at a glance 01 Control panel...
  • Page 14 Installation Accessories The oven comes with different accessories that help you prepare different types of food. Roller ring Turntable Crusty plate Low rack High rack Steam cooker * Pro Steamer * Glass container * Barbecue set * NOTE Availability of accessories with an asterisk (*) depends on the oven model.
  • Page 15 Roller ring Put in the centre of the base. It supports the turntable. Turntable Put on the roller ring with the centre fitting the coupler. It serves as a cooking base. Racks Use one of these racks as appropriate to cook two dishes simultaneously.
  • Page 16 Installation Pro Steamer (MC35J8085L* and MC35J8085V* models only) • The Pro Steamer is a set of the stainless-steel cover, steam tray, and Crusty plate, which is designed for steam cooking. Use the Pro Steamer to brown food such as pastry and pizza dough with Microwave mode.
  • Page 17 Barbecue set (MC35J8085P* and MC35J8085V* models only) The barbecue set consists of the roasting spit, coupler barbecue, and 6 skewers, making up the vertical multi-spit. Use this barbecue set to barbecue whole meats such as chicken. This set removes the need to turn the meat over manually, and can be also used with Grill combination mode.

  • Page 18: Installation Site

    Installation Installation site • Select a flat, level surface approx. 85 cm above the floor. The surface must support the weight of the oven. • Secure room for ventilation, at least 10 cm from the rear wall and both sides, and 20 cm from above.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning Clean the oven regularly to prevent impurities from building up on or inside the oven. Also pay special attention to the door, door sealing, and turntable and roller ring (applicable models only). If the door won’t open or close smoothly, first check if the door seals have built up impurities.

  • Page 20: Replacement (Repair)

    Samsung cord from the power source, service centre for technical and then contact a local assistance.

  • Page 21: Before You Start

    Before you start There are a couple of components that you should know before going directly to a recipe. Before or during any cooking mode, you can set/change the clock or the kitchen timer to your needs. Clock It is important to set the correct clock time to ensure correct automatic operations. 1.

  • Page 22: Sound On/Off

    Before you start Sound On/Off You can turn on or off the key tone, beep, or alarm. This setting is available only in Standby state (when the current time is displayed). To mute the sound, hold down for 3 seconds. “OFF” appears on the display. To unmute the sound, hold down again for 3 seconds.

  • Page 23: About Microwave Energy

    About microwave energy Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves. The oven uses the prebuilt magnetron to generate microwaves which are used to cook or reheat food without deforming or discolouring the food. 1. The microwaves generated by the magnetron are distributed uniformly through the whirling distribution system.

  • Page 24: Cookware For Microwave

    Before you start Cookware for microwave Cookware used for Microwave Mode must allow microwaves to pass through and penetrate food. Metals such as stainless steel, aluminum and copper reflect microwaves. Therefore, do not use cookware made of metallic materials. Cookware marked microwave - safe is always safe for use.
  • Page 25 Microwave- Material Description safe Oven-to-table Microwave-safe unless decorated with ware metal trims. Delicate glassware may break or crack Glassware Fine glassware by rapid heating. Appropriate for warming only. Remove Glass jars the lid before cooking. Dishes Metal These may cause arcing or fire. Freezer bag with twist-ties Plates, cups,...

  • Page 26: Operations

    Operations Control panel The front panel comes in a wide range of materials and colours. For improved quality, the actual appearance of the oven is subject to change without notice. 03 05 10 11 01 Mode dial Turn the mode dial to select a desired cooking mode or function. 02 Keep warm Use this only for keeping foods warm that have just been cooked.
  • Page 27 Feature overview Temperature Default Feature Max. time range temperature 160-230 °C 200 °C 60 min. Hot Blast is similar to Convection mode. However, the heating elements generate Hot Blast stronger heat and distribute stronger air current inside the oven. This is designed to cook faster while keeping or improving the taste.
  • Page 28 Operations Temperature Default Feature Max. time range temperature To accommodate first-time users of Hot Blast Hot Blast Auto mode, the oven offers 10 auto programmes. For cooking beginners, the oven offers a total Auto mode Auto of 25 auto cooking programmes. The oven offers 5 defrosting programmes for Power Defrost your convenience.

  • Page 29: Manual Mode

    Manual mode Step 1. Select mode Turn the mode dial to select a manual mode, for example, Convection. The default temperature blinks. Step 2. Set temperaure or Power level Use the value dial to adjust the default temperature (or power level). When done, press OK to move to the time elements.
  • Page 30 Operations CAUTION • Always use oven gloves while taking out • Microwave oven may operate for food. 5 minutes to be cooled when the temperature of oven cavity is hot after cooking. will be displayed. To change the cooking time during cooking Use the value dial to adjust the cooking time.
  • Page 31 Hot Blast Hot Blast is similar to Convection mode. However, the heating elements generate stronger heat and distribute stronger air current inside the oven. This is designed to cook faster while keeping or improving the taste. You can use the Low rack, or combination of the Low rack and Crusty plate on the turntable.
  • Page 32 Operations Convection The heating elements generate heat, which is evenly distributed inside the oven by the convection fan. You can use the Low rack, or combination of the Low rack and Crusty plate on the turntable. Use this mode for biscuits, individual scones, rolls, and cakes as well as fruit cakes, choux, and soufflés.
  • Page 33 Convection Combo This combination mode combines the microwave energy with hot air, resulting in reduced cooking time and producing a brown, crispy surface of the food. Use this for all kinds of meat and poultry as well as casseroles and gratin dishes, sponge cakes and light fruit cakes, pies and crumbles, roast vegetables, scones, and breads.
  • Page 34 Operations Microwave Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves. The microwave energy enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the colour. • Use only microwave-safe cookware. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 > > >...
  • Page 35 Grill The heating elements generate heat. Make sure they are in the horizontal position. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 > > > Grill Cooking time 1. Put the High rack, or the combination of High rack and Crusty plate on the turntable.

  • Page 36: Auto Mode

    Operations Auto mode The oven offers 3 different auto modes for your convenience: Hot Blast Auto, Auto Cook, and Power Defrost. Select one that best fits your needs. Step 1. Select mode Turn the mode dial to select an auto mode (Hot Blast Auto and Auto Cook) or press Power Defrost.
  • Page 37 Hot Blast Auto Hot Blast is similar to Convection mode. However, the heating elements generate stronger heat and distribute stronger air current inside the oven. This is designed to cook faster while keeping or improving the taste. To accommodate first-time users of Hot Blast mode, the oven offers 10 auto programmes. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3...

  • Page 38: Special Functions

    Operations Power Defrost The oven offers 5 defrosting programmes for your convenience. The time and power level are automatically adjusted according to the selected programme. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 > > Power Defrost 1 to 5 weight 1. Put food in suitable cookware, then on the turntable, and then close the door.
  • Page 39 3. Use the value dial to set the time, and then press START ( ). The oven starts warming. CAUTION NOTE • Always use oven gloves while taking out • To change the temperature during the food. cycle, press , and repeat step 2 above. •...

  • Page 40: Cooking Smart

    Cooking Smart Auto cooking Hot Blast Auto guide Food Serving size Directions Frozen Pan 400-450 Remove a package and place the Pizza on a low Pizza rack. Put in the oven. After cooking, stand for 2-3 minutes. Homemade 500-550 Ingredients Pizza •...
  • Page 41 Food Serving size Directions Homemade 1000-1100 Ingredients Lasagne 2 tbsp olive oil, 500 g minced beef, 100 g tomato sauce, 100 ml beef stock, 150 g dried lasagne sheets, 1 onion (chopped), 1 tsp each of dried parsley flakes, oregano, basil, 200 g grated mozzarella cheese Method Sauce: Heat the oil in a frying pan, then cook the...
  • Page 42 Cooking Smart Food Serving size Directions Frozen French 300-350 Distribute frozen oven chips evenly on the crusty Fries 400-450 plate. Set plate on low rack. After cooking, stand for 2-3 minutes. 400-450 Put the Frozen Buffalo wings (pre-cooked and Frozen Buffalo 500-550 spiced) on a crusty plate.
  • Page 43 Food Serving size Directions Homemade 400-500 Ingredients Mini Quiche • Pastry 200 g plain flour, 80 g butter, 1 egg • Mixture 30 g bacon, cubed, 60 g Cream, 60 g Cream fraiche, 2 egg, 40 g grated cheese, salt and pepper Method To make the pastry, put the flour, butter and eggs...
  • Page 44 Cooking Smart Food Serving size Directions Roast Fish 300-400 Brush skin of whole fish (trout or gilthead) with 500-600 oil and add herbs and spices. Put fish side by side, head to tail on the high rack. Turnover as soon as the beep sounds.
  • Page 45 Food Serving size Directions Roast 200-250 Slice fresh vegetables (e.g. pieces of pepper, Vegetables 300-350 onions, courgette slices and mushrooms) and brush oil, spice. Put them on crusty plate. Set plate on the high rack. After cooking, stand for 2-3 minutes.
  • Page 46 Cooking Smart Food Serving size Directions Bread Dough 600-900 Put dough in suitable sized bowl and set on the low rack. Cover with aluminium foil. Yogurt – Small Distribute 150 g natural yogurt into 5 ceramic cups or small glass jars evenly (30 g each). Add Ceramic Cup 100 ml milk into each cup.
  • Page 47 Power Defrost guide Food Serving size Directions Meat 200-1500 Shield the edges with aluminium foil. Turn the meat over, when the oven beeps. This programme is suitable for beef, lamb, pork, steaks, chops, minced meat. Stand for 20-60 minutes. Poultry 200-1500 Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium foil.

  • Page 48: Manual Cooking

    Cooking Smart Manual cooking Microwave cooking guide • Do not use metal containers with Microwave mode. Always put food containers on the turntable. • It is recommended to cover the food for best results. After cooking is complete, let the food settle in its own steam. •...
  • Page 49 Fresh vegetables • Use a glass Pyrex container with a lid. • Add 30-45 ml of cold water for every 250 g. • Stir once during cooking, and once after cooking. • Add seasoning after cooking. • For faster cooking, it is recommended to cut into smaller, even sizes. •...
  • Page 50 Cooking Smart Food Serving size (g) Cooking time (min.) Standing time (min.) Onions Cut onions into slices or halves. Add only 15 ml (1 tbsp.) water. Peppers Cut pepper into small slices. Potatoes Weigh the peeled potatoes and cut them into similar sized halves or quarters.
  • Page 51 Reheating • Do not reheat large-sized foods such as joints of meat, which easily overcook. • It is safer to reheat foods at lower power levels. • Stir well or turn over during and after cooking. • Use caution for liquids or baby foods. Stir well before, during, and after cooking with a plastic spoon or glass stirring stick to prevent eruptive boiling and scalding.
  • Page 52 Cooking Smart Cooking time Standing Food Serving size Power (W) (min.) time (min.) Plated meal 450 g (chilled) Plate a meal of 2-3 chilled components on a ceramic dish. Cover with microwave cling-film. Baby foods & milk Cooking time Standing time Food Serving size Power (W)
  • Page 53 Defrost Put frozen food in a microwave-safe container without a cover. Turn over during defrosting, and drain off liquid and remove giblets after defrosting. For faster defrosting, cut the food into small pieces, and wrap them with aluminum foil before defrosting. When the outer surface of frozen foods begins to melt, stop defrosting and let stand as instructed in the table below.
  • Page 54 Cooking Smart Grilling guide The grill-heating elements are located on the ceiling of the cooking chamber. These elements operate only when the door is closed and the turntable is rotating. When grilling food, put the food on the high rack unless otherwise instructed. Preheat the grill for 2-3 minutes with Grill mode, and, unless otherwise instructed below, grill food on the high rack.
  • Page 55 Cooking time Cooking time Food Serving size Mode (1st side) (min.) (2nd side) (min.) Baked apples 2 apples 300 W + Grill Core the apples and fill them with raisins and jam. Put some almond slices on top. Put apples on a flat glass pyrex dish. Place the dish directly on the low rack.
  • Page 56 Cooking Smart Preheat Cooking Serving size Food Mode Time (min.) Mode Time (min.) Grilled tomatoes 600 W + 300 W + 3½-4½ Grill Grill Preheat crusty plate. Cut tomatoes in halves. Put some cheese on top. Arrange in a circle on plate and set on high rack. 600 W + 450 W + 8-10...
  • Page 57 Hot blast guide Cooking with hot blast is a powerful combination of the inner grill heater and the convection ring heater with fan at side. The hot air blows from the top of the cavity through holes into the oven. The heating element at top and side and the fan at the side-wall, keeps the hot air circulating evenly.
  • Page 58 Cooking Smart Convection guide Convection In Convection mode, both the heating element and the side-wall fan operate together to circulate the heat inside the cooking chamber. Use this mode for biscuits, individual scones, rolls, and cakes as well as fruit cakes, choux, and soufflés. All conventional ovenproof cookware, baking tins and sheets –...
  • Page 59 Food Serving size (g) Mode Cooking Time (min.) Marble cake Only 180 °C 70-80 Put the fresh dough in a small rectangular black metal baking dish (length 25 cm). Put the dish on the low rack. After baking stand for 5-10 minutes. Small Cakes each 30 Only 165°C...
  • Page 60 Cooking Smart Steam cooking guide Food Serving size (g) Mode Cooking Time (min.) Artichokes 300 (1-2 pcs) 900 W Rinse and clean artichokes. Put into bowl. Add one tablespoon lemon juice. Cover with lid. Stand for 1-2 minutes. Fresh Vegetables 900 W Weigh the vegetables (e.g.
  • Page 61 Food Serving size (g) Mode Cooking Time (min.) Stew (chilled) 600 W Put stew into the bowl. Cover with lid. Stir well before standing. Stand for 1-2 minutes. Frozen Yeast Dumpling 600 W with Jam Filling Moist the top of filled dumplings with cold water. Put 1-2 frozen dumplings side by side into the basket.

  • Page 62: Quick & Easy

    Cooking Smart Quick & Easy Melting butter Cooking jam Put 50 g butter into a small deep glass Put 600 g fruits (for example mixed berries) dish. Cover with plastic lid. Heat for 30-40 in a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with seconds using 900 W, until butter is melted.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    You may encounter a problem using the oven. In that case, first check the table below and try the suggestions. If a problem persists, or if any information code keeps appearing on the display, contact a local Samsung service centre. Checkpoints If you encounter a problem with the oven, first check the table below and try the suggestions.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action The power turns off The oven has been cooking for After cooking for an extended during operation. an extended period of time. period of time, let the oven cool. The cooling fan is not working. Listen for the sound of the cooling fan.
  • Page 65 Problem Cause Action The oven does not The oven may not work, too Put one cup of water in a heat. much food is being cooked, or microwave-safe container and improper cookware is being run the microwave for 1-2 used. minutes to check whether the water is heated.
  • Page 66 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action The interior light is The door has been left open for The interior light may dim or does not turn a long time. automatically turn off when the Eco function operates. Close and reopen the door or press the "Cancel"...
  • Page 67 Problem Cause Action The brightness inside Brightness changes depending Power output changes during the oven varies. on power output changes cooking are not malfunctions. according to function. This is not an oven malfunction. Cooking is finished, To ventilate the oven, the This is not an oven malfunction.
  • Page 68 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Grill Smoke comes out During initial operation, smoke This is not a malfunction, and if during operation. may come from the heating you run the oven 2-3 times, it elements when you first use the should stop. oven.
  • Page 69 Problem Cause Action The oven does not The oven door is frequently Do not frequently open the door cook properly. opened during cooking. unless you are cooking things that need to be turned. If you open the door often, the interior temperature will be lowered and this may affect the results of your cooking.

  • Page 70: Information Codes

    ) to try again. Unplug the power cord for cooling enough time, and clean the button. (Dust, The touch key is malfunction. C-d0 Water) When appear same problem, contact a local Samsung service centre. 70 English MC35J8085LT_EF_DE68-04346A-00_EN.indd 70 2014-12-22 4:33:01...

  • Page 71: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice. Power Source 230 V - 50 Hz Maximum power 2950 W Microwave 1450 W...
  • Page 72 0,60 €/Anruf) ITALIA 800-SAMSUNG (800.7267864) www.samsung.com/it/support CYPRUS 8009 4000 only from landline, toll free www.samsung.com/gr/support 80111-SAMSUNG (80111 726 7864) only from land line GREECE (+30) 210 6897691 from mobile and land line LUXEMBURG 261 03 710 www.samsung.com/support NETHERLANDS 0900-SAMSUNG (0900-7267864) (€ 0,10/Min) www.samsung.com/nl/support...

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