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- Page 1 MICROWAVE OVEN M1977 Owner’s Instructions Cooking Guide Code No. : DE68-01107A...
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Page 2: Quick Look-Up Guide
Quick Look-up Guide If you want to cook some food 1 Place the food in the oven. Select the power level by pressing the button once or more times. 2 Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob as required. 3 Press the button. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Quick Look-up Guide ................2 Oven ......................4 Control Panel ....................5 Accessories ....................6 Using this Instruction Booklet ..............7 Safety Precautions..................8 Installing Your Microwave Oven..............10 Setting the Time ..................11 How a Microwave Oven Works ..............12 Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly ........13 What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem........13 Cooking/Reheating..................14 Power Levels ....................14... -
Page 4: Oven
Oven LIGHT VENTILATION HOLES DISPLAY DOOR HANDLE ROLLER RING CONTROL PANEL DOOR COUPLER DOOR LATCHES SAFETY TURNTABLE INTERLOCK HOLES AMSUNG LECTRONICS... -
Page 5: Control Panel
Control Panel DISPLAY CLOCK SETTING AUTO REHEAT/COOK SELECTION AUTO POWER DEFROST BUTTON POWER LEVEL SETTING DEODORIZATION INSTANT REHEAT BUTTON BUTTON STOP/CANCEL START BUTTON/ BUTTON DIAL KNOB TURNTABLE ON/OFF BUTTON AMSUNG LECTRONICS... -
Page 6: Accessories
Accessories Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways. Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the base of the oven. Purpose: The coupler rotates the turntable. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven. -
Page 7: Using This Instruction Booklet
Using this Instruction Booklet You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contain much valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven: Safety precautions Suitable accessories and cookware Useful cooking tips Inside the cover you will find a quick look-up guide explaining three basic... -
Page 8: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven, please check that the following safety precautions are taken. DO NOT use any metallic cookware in the microwave oven: Metallic containers Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings Skewers, forks, etc. Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven. - Page 9 Safety Precautions (continued) Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods. ALWAYS allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off so that the temperature can equalize. Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating. Take care when handling the container after heating.
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Page 10: Installing Your Microwave Oven
Installing Your Microwave oven Place the oven on a flat, level surface strong enough to safely bear the weight of the oven. 10 cm 20 cm above behind 1 When you install your oven, Make sure there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least 10 cm (4 inches) of space behind, on the sides of the oven and 20 cm (8 inches) of above. -
Page 11: Setting The Time
Setting the Time Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. The time can be displayed in either the 24-hour or 12-hour notation. You must set the clock: When you first install your microwave oven After a power failure Do not forget to reset the clock when you switch to and from summer and winter time. -
Page 12: How A Microwave Oven Works
How a Microwave Oven Works Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the colour. You can use your microwave oven to: Auto Power Defrost Instant Reheat Auto Cook/Reheat Cook Cooking Principle... -
Page 13: Checking That Your Oven Is Operating Correctly
If interference is detected by the oven’s microprocessor, the display may be reset.To solve this problem, disconnect the power plug and reconnect it. Reset the time. If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem, contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service. AMSUNG LECTRONICS... -
Page 14: Cooking/Reheating
Cooking / Reheating The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food. ALWAYS check your cooking settings before leaving the oven unattended. First, place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door Press the button. Result: The 1000W (maximum cooking power) indications are displayed: Select the appropriate power level by pressing the button again until the corresponding wattage is displayed. -
Page 15: Stopping The Cooking
Stopping the Cooking You can stop cooking at any time to check the food. To stop temporarily; Open the door. Result: Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the door and press again. To stop Completely; Press the button. Result: The cooking stops. If you wish to cancel the cooking setting, press the Cancel( ) button again. -
Page 16: Using The Auto Reheat/Cook Feature
Using the Auto Reheat/Cook Feature The Auto Reheat/Cook feature has six pre-programmed cooking time. You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level. You can adjust the number of servings by turning the dial knob. First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door. -
Page 17: Auto Reheat/Cook Settings
Auto Reheat/Cook Settings The following table presents the various Auto Reheat & Cook Programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations. Button Food Serving Standing Recommendations Size Time Ready Meal 300-350 g 3 mins Put the meal on a ceramic plate and cover it Chilled 400-450 g with microwave cling film. -
Page 18: Using The Instant Reheat Feature
Using the Instant Reheat Feature With the Instant Reheat feature, the cooking time is set automatically and you do not have to press the Start button. You can adjust the number of servings by pressing the appropriate Instant Reheat button the required number of times. First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door. -
Page 19: Using The Auto Power Defrost Feature
Using the Auto Power Defrost Feature The Auto Power Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry or fish. The defrost time and power level are set automatically. Use only dishes that are microwave-safe. First, place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable and close the door. 1 Press the Power Defrost( ) button which you want the required number of time. -
Page 20: Auto Power Defrost Settings
Auto Power Defrost Settings Remove all kinds of package material before defrosting. Place the frozen foods on a turntable. Turn the food over when the oven beeps. Keep the standing time of corresponding food after Auto Defrosting being finished. Food Portion Standing Time Recommendation... -
Page 21: Switching The Beeper Off
Switching the Beeper Off You can switch the beeper off whenever you want. Press the buttons at the same time. Result: The oven does not beep each time you press a button. To switch the beeper back on, press the buttons again at the same time. -
Page 22: Manual Stop Turntable Function
Manual Stop Turntable Function The turntable on/off( ) button enables you to use large dishes which fill the whole oven by stopping the turntable from rotating (only maual cooking mode). The results will be less satisfactory in this case as the cooking is less even. We recommend that you turn the dish by hand halfway through the cooking process. -
Page 23: Cookware Guide
Cookware Guide To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food, without being reflected or absorbed by the dish used. Care must therefore be taken when choosing the cookware. If the cookware is marked microwave-safe, you do not need to worry. -
Page 24: Cooking Guide
Cooking Guide MICROWAVES Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by its water, fat and sugar content. The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid move- ment of these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food. COOKING Cookware for microwave cooking: Cookware must allow microwave energy to pass through it for maximum efficiency. - Page 25 Cooking Guide Cooking Guide for fresh vegetables Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45 ml cold water (2-3 tbsp.) for every 250 g unless another water quantity is recommended - see table. Cook covered for the minimum time - see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during and once after cooking.
- Page 26 Cooking Guide Cooking Guide for rice and pasta Rice : Use a large glass pyrex bowl with lid - rice doubles in volume during cook ing. Cook covered. After the cooking time is over, stir before standing time and salt or add herbs and butter.
- Page 27 Cooking Guide REHEATING Your microwave oven will reheat food in a fraction of the time that conventional ovens and hobs normally take. Use the power levels and reheating times in the following chart as a guide. The times in the chart consider liquids with a room temperature of about +18 to +20°C or a chilled food with a temperature of about +5 to +7°C.
- Page 28 Cooking Guide Reheating Liquids and Food Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating. Food Portion Power Time Standing Instructions (min.) Time (min.) Drinks 150 ml (1 cup) 1000 W 1 - 2 Pour into cups and reheat uncovered: (coffee, tea 300 ml (2 cups)
- Page 29 Cooking Guide Reheating Frozen Food Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for reheating. Food Portion Power Time Standing Instructions (min) Time (min.) Pasta 400 g 600 W 15 - 17 Put frozen pasta, for example tortellini (frozen) or ravioli in a flat glass pyrex dish.
- Page 30 Cooking Guide DEFROSTING Microwaves are an excellent way of defrosting frozen food. Microwaves gently defrost frozen food in a short period of time. This can be of great advantage, if unexpected guests suddenly show up. Frozen poultry must be thoroughly thawed before cooking. Remove any metal ties and take it out of any wrapping to allow thawed liquid to drain away.
- Page 31 Cooking Guide SPECIAL HINTS MELTING BUTTER Put 50 g butter into a small deep glass dish. Cover with plastic lid. Heat for 30-40 seconds using 1000 W, until butter is melted. MELTING CHOCOLATE Put 100 g chocolate into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 3-5 minutes, using 450W until chocolate is melted.
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Page 32: Cleaning Your Microwave Oven
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven The following parts of your microwave oven should be cleaned regularly to pre- vent grease and food particles from building up: Inside and outside surfaces Door and door seals Turntable and Roller rings ALWAYS ensure that the door seals are clean and the door closes properly. Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. -
Page 33: Storing And Repairing Your Microwave Oven
Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven A few simple precautions should be taken when storing or having your microwave oven serviced. The oven must not be used if the door or door seals are damaged: Broken hinge Deteriorated seals Distorted or bent oven casing Only a qualified microwave service technician should perform repair NEVER remove the outer casing from the oven. -
Page 34: Technical Specifications
Technical Specification SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifi- cations and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice. Model M1977 Power source 230V ~ 50 Hz Power consumption Microwave 1400 W... - Page 35 Memo AMSUNG LECTRONICS...
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