Samsung CE287CN User Manual

MICROWAVE OVEN

Owner’s Instructions and Cooking Guide

CE287CN / CE287CNT

Quick Look-up Guide .............................................................................2

Oven.......................................................................................................2

Control Panel .........................................................................................3

Accessories............................................................................................3

Using this Instruction Booklet.................................................................4

Safety Precautions.................................................................................5

Installing Your Microwave Oven ............................................................6

Setting the Time.....................................................................................7

How a Microwave Oven Works..............................................................7

Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly...................................8

What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem...............................8

Cooking / Reheating...............................................................................9

Power Levels..........................................................................................9

Stopping the Cooking...........................................................................10

Adjusting the Cooking Time .................................................................10

Using the Auto Reheat/Cook Feature..................................................11

Auto Reheat/Cook Settings.................................................................11

Using the Auto Defrost Feature ...........................................................12

Auto Defrost Settings ...........................................................................12

Using the Instant Reheat Feature........................................................13

Instant Reheat Settings........................................................................13

Using the Crusty Plate (CE287CNT) ...................................................14

Crusty Plate Setting (CE287CNT) .......................................................15

Choosing the Heating Element Position ..............................................16

Choosing the Accessories ...................................................................16

Grilling..................................................................................................17

Combining Microwave and the Grill .....................................................18

Using the Deodorization Feature.........................................................18

Switching the Beeper Off .....................................................................19

Safety-Locking Your Microwave Oven.................................................19

Cookware Guide ..................................................................................20

Cooking Guide .....................................................................................21

Cleaning Your Microwave Oven ..........................................................29

Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven......................................29

Technical Specifications.......................................................................30

Code No.: DE68-00000N

Quick Look-up Guide

If you want to cook some food

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1. Place the food in the oven.

2. Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob as

Select the power level by pressing the button one or
more times.

required.

Oven

VENTILATION HOLES

DOOR HANDLE

GRILL

LIGHT

DISPLAY

3. Press the button.
Result :

Cooking starts. The oven beeps four times
when cooking is over.

If you want to auto defrost some food

1. Place the frozen food in the oven.
Press the Auto ( ) button once or more times according
tothetypeoffoodtobedefrosted.

2. Select the weight by turning the dial knob as required.

3. Press the button.

If you want to add extra minute

Leave the food in the oven.
Press +30s one or more times for each extra 30 seconds
thatyouwishtoadd.

If you want to grill some food

1. Press the button.

2. Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob.

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3. Press the button.

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Control Panel Accessories

Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied
with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways.

1. Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the base
of the oven.
Purpose :

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2. Roller ring,tobeplacedinthecentreoftheoven.
Purpose :

3. Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the centre
fitting to the coupler.
Purpose :

4. Metal rack,tobeplacedontheturntable.
Purpose :

5. Crusty plate(CE287CNT only), see page 14.
Purpose :

The coupler rotates the turntable.

The roller ring supports the turntable.

The turntable serves as the main cooking
surface; it can be easily removed for cleaning.

Themetalrackcanbeusedingrilland
combination cooking.

The crusty plate is used to brown food better in
the microwave or grill combination cooking
modes. It helps keep pasty and pizza dough
crisp.

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☛ DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and

turntable.

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1. AUTO DEFROST SELECTION

2. AUTO REHEAT/COOK

SELECTION

3. DISPLAY

4. DEODORIZATION BUTTON

5. MICROWAVE/ POWER LEVEL

MODE SELECTION

6. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON

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7. INSTANT REHEAT BUTTON

8. COMBI MODE SELECTION

9. GRILL MODE SELECTION

10. START BUTTON/ DIAL KNOB

(cook time, weight and serving
size)

11. CLOCK SETTING

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Using this Instruction Booklet

You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s

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Instructions contain much valuable information on cooking with your
microwave oven:

• Safetyprecautions

• Suitable accessories and cookware

• Useful cooking tips

Inside the cover you will find a quick look-up guide explaining four
basic cooking operations:

• Cooking food

• Auto Defrosting of food

• Grillingfood

• Addingextra cooking time

At the front of the booklet you will find illustrations of the oven, and
more importantly the control panel, so that you can find the buttons
more easily.

The step-by-step procedures use four different symbols.

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Important Note Caution Turn

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful exposure
to microwave energy.

1. Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to operate the oven with
the door open or to tamper with the safety interlocks (door latches) or to insert
anything into the safety interlock holes.

2. Do not place any object between the oven door and front face or allow food or
cleaner residues to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Ensure that the door and
door sealing surfaces are kept clean by wiping after use first with a damp cloth
and then with a soft dry cloth.

3. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by a
qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer. It is
particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no
damage to the:
(1) Door, door seals and sealing surfaces
(2) Door hinges (broken or loose)
(3) Power cable

4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly
qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.

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Safety Precautions

Important Safety Instructions.
Read Carefully and keep for future reference.
Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven, please check

that the following safety precautions are taken.

1. DO NOT use any metallic cookware in the microwave oven:

• Metallic containers

• Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings

• Skewers, forks, etc.
Reason

: Electricarcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.

2. DO NOT heat:

• Airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers
Ex) Baby food jars

• Airtight food.
Ex) Eggs, nuts in shells, tomatoes

Reason:

Tip:

3. DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty.
Reason:
Tip:

4. DO NOT cover the rear ventilation slots with cloths or paper.
Reason

5. ALWAYS useovengloveswhenremovingadishfromtheoven.
Reason:

6. DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls.
Reason

7. Toreducetheriskoffireintheovencavity:

• Do not store flammable materials in the oven

• Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags

• Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers If smoke is observed,

The increase in pressure may cause them to explode.

Remove lids and pierce skins, bags, etc.

The oven walls may be damaged.

Leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times.
The water will absorb the microwaves if you accidentally set the
oven going when it is empty.

: Thecloths or paper may catch fire as hot air is evacuated from the

oven.

Some dishes absorb microwaves and heat is always transferred
from the food to the dish.The dishes are therefore hot.

: Thesewalls may be hot enough to burn even after cooking has

finished, even though they do not appear to be so. Do not allow
inflammable materials to come into contact with any interior area of
the oven. Let the oven cool down first.

keep the oven door closed and switch off or disconnect the oven from the
power supply

8. 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. You may burn
yourself if the container is too hot.

• A risk of delayed eruptive boiling exists.

• To prevent delayed boiling and possible scalding, you should put a plastic
spoon or glass stick into the beverages and stir before, during and after
heating.
Reason

: During the heating of liquids the boiling point can be delayed;

this means that eruptive boiling can start after the container is

• In the event of scalding, follow these FIRST AID instructions:

* Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at least 10 minutes.
* Cover with a clean, dry dressing.
* Do not apply any creams, oils or lotions.

• NEVER fill the container to the top and choose a container that is wider at
the top than at the bottom to prevent the liquid from boiling over. Bottles
with narrow necks may also explode if overheated.

• ALWAYS check the temperature of baby food or milk before giving it to the
baby.

• NEVER heat a baby’s bottle with the teat on, as the bottle may explode if
overheated.

9. Be careful not to damage the power cable.

• Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power
cableawayfromheatedsurfaces.

• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug.

10. Stand at arm’s length from the oven when opening the door.
Reason

11. Keep the inside of the oven clean.
Reason

12. You may notice a “Clicking” sound during operation(especially when the oven
is in defrosting).
Reason

removed from the oven. You may scald yourself.

: Thehot air or steam released may cause scalding.

: Food particles or spattered oils stuck to oven walls or floor can

cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven.

: Thissound is normal when the electrical power output is changing.

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Safety Precautions(continued)

InstallingYour Microwave Oven

13. When the microwave oven is operating without any load, the power will be cut

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off automatically for safety. You can operate the oven normally after letting it
stand for over 30 minutes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Duringcooking,youshouldlookintotheovenfromtimetotimewhenfoodisbeing
heated or cooked in disposable containers of plastic, paper or other combustible
materials.

IMPORTANT

Young children should NEVER be allowed to use or play with the microwave oven.
Nor should they be left unattended near the microwave oven when it is in use.
Items of interest to children should not be stored or hidden just above the oven.

Place the oven on a flat, level surface that strong enough to safely bear
the weight of the oven.

20cm

above

85cm of
the floor

10cm

behind

on the side

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 and, on the sides of the oven

10cm

and 20 cm (8 inches) of space above and 85 cm(thirty
three inches) of the floor.

2. Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
Install the roller ring and turntable.
Check that the turntable rotates freely.

3. This microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is
accessible.

❉ Never block the air vents as the oven may overheat and

automatically switch itself off. It will remain inoperable until it has
cooled sufficiently.

❉ For your personal safety, plug the cable into a 3-pin, 230 Volt,

50Hz, AC earthed socket. If the power cable of this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

❉ Do not install the microwave oven in hot or damp surroundings

like next to a traditional oven or radiator. The power supply
specifications of the oven must be respected and any extension
cable used must be of the same standard as the power cable
supplied with the oven. Wipe the interior and the door seal with a
damp cloth before using your microwave oven for the first time.

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Setting the Time

How a Microwave Oven Works

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.

1. To display the time Then press the
in the... button...

24-hour notation Once
12-hour notation Twice

2. Turn the dial knob to set hour.

3. Press the button.

4. Turn the dial knob to set minute.

5. Press the button.

Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy
released enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing
either the form or the colour of the food.

You can use your microwave oven to:

• Auto Defrost

• Auto Reheat/Cook

•InstantCook

• Cook

Cooking Principle

1. The microwaves generated by the magnetron are
distributed uniformly as the food rotates on the
turntable. The food is thus cooked evenly.

2. Themicrowavesareabsorbedbythefooduptoa
depth of about 1 inch (2.5 cm). Cooking then
continues as the heat is dissipated within the food.

3. Cooking times vary according to the recipient used
and the properties of the food:

• Quantity and density

• Water content

• Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)

☛ As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation, cooking

continues even when you have taken the food out of the oven.
Standing times specified in recipes and in this booklet must
therefore be respected to ensure:

• Even cooking of the food right to the centre

• The same temperature throughout the food

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Checkingthat Your Oven is Operating Correctly

The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is

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working correctly at all times.
Open the oven door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door.

Place a glass of water on the turntable. Then, close the door.

1. Press the button.

2. Set the time to 4-5 minutes by turning the dial knob as

requried.

3. Press the button.
Result :

✉ The oven must be plugged into an appropriate wall socket. The

turntable must be in position in the oven. If a power level other
than the maximum is used, the water takes longer to boil.

The oven heats the water for 4 to 5 minutes.
The water should then be boiling.

What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a

Problem

If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given.

◆ This is normal.

• Condensation inside the oven

• Air flow around the door and outer casing

• Light reflection around the door and outer casing

• Steam escaping from around the door or vents

◆ The oven does not start when you press the button.

• Is the door completely closed?

◆ The food is not cooked at all

• Have you set the timer correctly and/or pressed the button?

• Is the door closed?

• Have you overloaded the electric circuit and caused a fuse to blow or a
breaker to be triggered?

◆ The food is either overcooked or undercooked

• Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food?

• Was an appropriate power level chosen?

◆ Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven (arcing)

• Have you used a dish with metal trimmings?

• Have you left a fork or other metal utensil inside the oven?

• Is aluminium foil too close to the inside walls?

◆ The oven causes interference with radios or televisions

• Slight interference may be observed on televisions or radios when the
oven is operating. This is normal.To solve this problem, install the oven
away from televisions, radios and aerials.

• 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.

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Cooking / Reheating

Power Levels

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. Then, close the door

1. Press the button.
Result :

2. Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob.

3. Press the button.

Result :

The 850W (maximum cooking power)
indications are displayed:
Select the appropriate power level by pressing
the button again until the corresponding
wattage is displayed. Refer to the power level
table.

The oven light comes on and the turntable
starts rotating.

1) Cooking starts and when it has finished the
oven beeps four times.

2) The end reminder signal will beep 3
times(once every minute).

3) The current time is displayed again.

☛ Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty.
✉ If you wish to heat a dish for a short period of time at maximum

power(850W), simply press the
seconds of cooking time. The oven starts immediately.

+30s button once for each 30

You can choose among the power levels below.

Power Level Output

MWO GRILL

HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM LOW
DEFROST
LOW / KEEP WARM
GRILL
COMBI I( )
COMBI II( )
COMBI III( )

850 W
600 W
450 W
300 W
180 W
100 W

­600 W
450 W
300 W

✉ If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be

decreased.

✉ If you select lower power level, the cooking time must be

increased.

If you want to add the cooking time by turning dial knob.

Time Increasing Time Time Increasing Time

upto1min

1-3min

3-10min

5 sec. unit
10 sec. unit
30 sec. unit

10 - 20 min
20 - 40 min
40 - 99 min

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1100 W
1100 W
1100 W
1100 W

1minunit
2minunit

5 min unid.

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St oppi ngthe Cooking

Adjusting the Cooking Time

You can stop cooking at any time to check the food.

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1. To stop temporarily;

Open the door.
Result :

2. To stop completely;
Press the button
Result :

Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the
door and press again.

The cooking stops. If you wish to cancel the
cooking settings, press the Cancel ()

button again.

☛ You can also cancel any setting before starting by simply pressing

Cancel ().

You can increase the cooking time by pressing the +30s button once
for each 30 seconds to be added.

Press the +30s button once for each 30 seconds to be added.

☛ You can only adjust the time during cooking when the Microwave,

Auto Reheat/Cook, Grill and Combi modes are selected.

During the cooking to increase or decrease the cooking time of
your food, turn the dial knob right or left.

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Using the Auto Reheat/Cook Feature

Auto Reheat/Cook Settings

The Auto Reheat/Cook feature has four 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.

1. Select the type of food that you are cooking by pressing
the Auto Reheat/Cook(Auto) button once or more times.

2. Select the size of the serving by turning the dial knob.
(Refer to the table on the next page.)

3. Press the button.
Result :

Cooking starts. When it has finished.

1) The oven beeps four times.

2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times
(once every minute).

3) The current time is displayed again.

✉ Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.

The following table presents the various Auto Reheat & Cook
Programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate
recommendations.

Code/
Symbol

1

2

3

4

Serving
Type

Ready Meal

(Chilled)

Ready Meal

(frozen)

Pasta Gratin

(frozen)

Mini ­Quiche/Mini
Pizza

(frozen)

Portion Standing

Time

300-350 g
400-450 g

300 - 350 g
400 - 450 g

200 g
400 g

150 g
(4-6pcs)
250 g
(7-9pcs)

3 min. Put on a ceramic plate and cover

4 min. Take frozen ready meal and

3 min. Put the frozen pasta gratin into a

- Put the frozen mini-quiches or

Recommendations

with microwave cling film. This
programme is suitable for meals
consisting of 3 components (e.g.
meat with sauce, vegetables and
a side dish like potatoes, rice or
pasta).

checkifdishissuitablefor
microwave. Pierce film of ready
meal. Put the frozen ready meal
in the centre. This programme is
suitable for frozen ready meals
consisting of 3 components (e.g.
meat with sauce, vegetables and
a side dish like potatoes, rice or
pasta).

suitable sized glass pyrex dish.
Put the dish on the rack.
This programme is suitable for
frozen pasta geatin such as
lasagne, cannelloni or macaroni.

mini-pizzas evenly on the rack.

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