Samsung GE82N-B Manual

Microwave oven

Owner’s instructions & Cooking guide

GE82N

GE82NT

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contents
Quick look-up guide.................................................................................	2
Oven........................................................................................................	3
Accessories.............................................................................................	3
Control panel............................................................................................	4
Using this instruction booklet....................................................................	5
Safety information....................................................................................	5
Installing your microwave oven.................................................................	12
Setting the time........................................................................................	12
How a microwave oven works..................................................................	13
Checking that your oven is operating correctly.........................................	13
What to do if you are in doubt or have a problem.....................................	14
Cooking / Reheating................................................................................	14
Power levels.............................................................................................	15
Stopping the cooking...............................................................................	15
Adjusting the cooking time.......................................................................	15
Manual defrosting food.............................................................................	15
Using the auto defrosting feature..............................................................	16
Auto defrost settings................................................................................	16
Using the crusty plate (GE82NT)...............................................................	16
Crusty plate setting (GE82NT)..................................................................	17
Choosing the heating element position.....................................................	18
Choosing the accessories........................................................................	18
Grilling......................................................................................................	19
Combining microwaves and the grill.........................................................	19
Cookware guide.......................................................................................	20
Cooking guide..........................................................................................	21
Cleaning your microwave oven.................................................................	30
Storing and repairing your microwave oven..............................................	30
Installation & Wiring Instructions...............................................................	30
Wiring instructions....................................................................................	31
Cooking instructions on food packaging...................................................	31
Cooking instructions.................................................................................	32
Technical specifications............................................................................	32

Quick look-up guide

If you want to cook some food

1.Place the food in the oven.

Select the power level by rotating the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob.

2.Select the cooking time by rotating the TIME/ WEIGHT() dial. .

Result: Cooking starts after about two seconds.

If you want to Auto Defrost some food

1.Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to the Auto Defrost () symbol.

2.Turn the TIME/WEIGHT () dial to select the appropriate weight.

Result: Cooking starts after about two seconds.

If you want to adjust the cooking time Leave the food in the oven.

Turn the TIME/WEIGHT () dial to the desired time.

If you want to grill some food

1.Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to the Grill ( ) symbol.

2.Turn the TIME/WEIGHT () dial to select the appropriate time.

Result: Cooking starts after about two seconds.

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Oven	Accessories

							Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with
1	2	3	4	5	6	7	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 :	The coupler rotates the turntable.
							2.	Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.
								Purpose : The roller ring supports the turntable.
							3.	Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the
								centre fitting to the coupler.
								Purpose : The turntable serves as the main
									cooking surface; it can be easily
									removed for cleaning.
	8	9	10	11	12
							4.	Metal rack, to be placed on the turntable.

1.	DOOR HANDLE	7.	VARIABLE COOKING POWER
2.	DOOR		CONTROL KNOB
		8.
3.	VENTILATION HOLES		DOOR LATCHES
		9.
4.	GRILL		TURNTABLE
		10. COUPLER
5.	LIGHT
		11. ROLLER RING
6.	TIMER KNOB

12. SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES

Purpose : The metal rack can be used in grill and combination cooking.

5.Crusty plate (GE82NT only)

Purpose: 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.

DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and turntable.

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Control panel

Model : GE82N Model : GE82NT

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4	7	4	7
	8		8
5		5

1.		5.
	DISPLAY		COMBI(Microwave + Grill)			1.		DISPLAY	5.	COMBI(Microwave + Grill)
2.	TIME/WEIGHT DIAL	6.	CLOCK SETTING BUTTON			2.		TIME/WEIGHT DIAL	6.	CLOCK SETTING BUTTON
3.	MANUAL DEFROST	7.	AUTO DEFROST			3.		MANUAL DEFROST	7.	AUTO DEFROST
4.	VARIABLE COOKING POWER	8.	GRILL			4.		VARIABLE COOKING POWER	8.	GRILL
	CONTROL KNOB							CONTROL KNOB

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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 four basic cooking operations:

•Cooking food

•Auto Power Defrosting of food

•Grilling food

•Adding extra 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.

Safety information

•Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it at a safe place near the appliance for your future reference.

•Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have

been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your appliance.

•Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your microwave oven may differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service center or find help and information online at www. samsung.com.

Important safety symbols and precautions.

The following symbols are used in the text of this Owner’s Manual:

			Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe
		WARNING	personal injury or death.
			Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor
		CAUTION	personal injury or property damage.
			To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock,
		CAUTION	or personal injury when using your microwave oven,
			follow these basic safety precaution

Do NOT attempt.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

Follow directions explicitly.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Call the service center for help.

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Important

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WARNING Severe warning signs for installation

The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer. Please see the section “Installing your Microwave Oven”.

Plug the power cord into the proper wall socket or higher and use the socket for this appliance only. Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. In addition, do not use an extension cord.

-Failure to do so and sharing a wall socket with other appliances using a power strip or extending the power cord may result in electric shock or fire.

-Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fire.

The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company.

-Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury.

The microwave oven is intended to be used on the counter or counter top use only, the microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet.

Do not install this appliance near a heater, inflammable material. Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water (rain drops).

Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak. - This may result in electric shock or fire.

The appliance is not intended for installing in road vehicles, caravans and similar vehicles etc.

This appliance must be properly grounded.

Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.

-This may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, or problems with the product.

-Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure that it is in accordance with local and national codes.

CAUTION Caution signs for installation

This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible to the power plug.

-Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.

Install your appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its weight.

-Failure to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product.

Install the appliance while maintaining the proper distance from the wall. - Failure to do so may result in fire due to overheating.

The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven.

WARNING Severe warning signs for electric

Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.

-Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.

-Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the cord runs towards the floor.

-If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the electric wires within the cable may be damaged and 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.

- This may result in electric shock or fire.

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Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. Do not twist or tie the power cord.

Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.

- This may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not pull the power cord, when unplugging the power plug.

-Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.

-Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

When the appliance or the cord is damaged, contact your nearest service centre.

CAUTION Caution signs for electric

Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or during a thunder/lightning storm.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

WARNING Severe warning signs for using

In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate immediately without touching the power plug. Do not touch the appliance or power cord.

-Do not use a ventilating fan.

-A spark may result in an explosion or fire.

Take care that the door, heater or any of the other parts do not come into contact with the body while cooking or just after cooking.

- Failure to do so may result in burns.

During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

When moving heating elements, make sure to use the equipment designed to move heating element while wearing safety gloves provided with the product, and see if temperature drops sufficiently (at least 10 minutes after grill or combination cooking operation) after operation.

ALWAYS use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven to avoid unintentional burn.

Stand at arms length from the oven when opening the door. Reason : The hot air or steam released may cause scalding.

Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container; To prevent this situation 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. 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.

-Contact a doctor

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended.

WARNING : The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

WARNING : Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.

WARNING : When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.

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Appliance is not to be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction.

WARNING : Accessible parts may become hot during use. To avoid burns young children should be kept away.

WARNING : Ensure that the appliance is switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock.

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 an operation is in progress.

-Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in electric shock or fire.

Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be dangerous to children.

- If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

-Failing to do so may result in electric shock, burns or injury. Never use this appliance for purposes other than cooking.

-Failure to do so may result in fire.

Open sealed containers (baby bottles, milk bottles, etc.) and make a hole in food items such as shells or nuts (eggs, chestnuts, etc) with a knife, before cooking them.

- Failure to do so may result in burns or injury due to the item bursting.

Do not touch the inside of the appliance immediately after cooking, because the inside of the appliance is hot after being heated for a long time or heating a small amount of food.

- Failure to do so may result in burns.

Do not use aluminium foil, metal objects (such as containers, forks, etc.) or containers with golden or silver trims.

- This may result in sparks or fire.

Never heat plastic or paper containers and do not use them with the oven function.

- Failure to do so may result in fire.

Take care that food does not come into contact with the heater when cooking food with the oven.

-This may result in fire. Do not over-heat food.

-This may result in fire.

Do not heat food wrapped in paper such as magazines or newspaper. - This may result in fire.

Do not use or place inflammable sprays or objects near the oven. - This may result in fire or an explosion.

Do not open the door when the food in the cooking compartment is burning.

-If you open the door, an inflow of oxygen occurs and this may result in fire.

Do not insert fingers, foreign substances or metal objects such as pins or needles into the inlet, outlet and holes. If foreign substances are inserted into any of these holes, unplug the power plug from the wall socket and contact your product provider or nearest service centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury.

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.

NEVER heat a babys bottle with the teat on, as the bottle may explode if overheated.

DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls until the oven be cooled down.

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Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power cable away from heated surfaces.

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

DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty. The power will be cut off automatically for safety. You can operate normally after letting it stand for over 30 minutes. It is best to leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times. The water will absorb the microwaves energy if the oven accidently started.

WARNING : If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

WARNING : Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

If the appliance is flooded cut the power immediately and please contact your nearest service centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.

-Since a high voltage current enters the product chassis, it may result in electric shock or fire.

-You may be exposed to electromagnetic waves.

-When repairing the appliance is required, contact your nearest service centre.

WARNING : It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames;

CAUTION Caution signs for using

Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens; DO NOT use any metallic containers, Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings, Skewers, forks, etc. Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags. Reason : Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.

When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition;

Small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating time. If normal times are allowed they may overheat and burn.

You may notice a Clicking sound during operation (especially when the oven is defrosting).

Reason : This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing.

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.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Take care as beverages or food may be very hot after heating.

-Especially when feeding a child, check that it has cooled sufficiently. Take care when heating liquids such as water or other beverages.

-Make sure to stir during or after cooking.

-Avoid using a slippery container with a narrow neck.

-Remove the container at least 30 seconds after heating.

-Failing to do so may result in an abrupt overflow of the contents and cause burns.

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Do not hold food or any part there of during or immediately after cooking.

-Use cooking gloves because it may be very hot and you could burn yourself.

-If you pull the ceramic dish or well-being multi-purpose pan forwards, food may spill and this may result in burns.

When the surface is cracked, turn the power switch of the appliance off.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock.

Do not scratch the glass of the oven door with a sharp object. - This may result in the glass being damaged or broken.

Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, oven cover, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.

-Items, such as a cloth, may be 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. - This may result in electric shock.

Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.

-As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in electric shock, fire or problems with the product.

Do not apply excessive pressure or impact to the door or to the inside of the appliance.

-This may result in deformation to the product or injury due to electric wave leakage.

-Hanging onto the door may result in the product falling and causing injury.

-If the door is damaged, do not use the appliance and contact your nearest service centre.

Do not place the appliance over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object.

- This may result in damage to the sink or glass object.

Use the appliance only after closing the door.

-If you use the appliance when it is contaminated by foreign substances such as food waste, it may result in problems with the appliance.

Take care when removing the wrapping from food that has just been taken out of the appliance.

-If the food is hot, hot steam may be emitted abruptly when removing the wrapping and you may burn yourself.

Do not unplug the appliance by pulling at the power cord, always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

-Damage to the cord may cause short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.

Do not put your face or body close to the appliance while cooking or when opening the door just after cooking.

-Take care that children do not come close to the appliance.

-Failure to do so may result in burns from the heat.

Do not place food or heavy objects over the door when opening the door.

- The food or object may fall and this may result in burns or injury.

Do not abruptly cool the door, the inside of the appliance, or the dish by pouring water over it during or just after cooking.

-This may result in damage to the appliance. The steam or water spray may result in burns or injury.

Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

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WARNING Severe warning signs for cleaning

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.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not use harsh abrasive cleane rs or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or clothes.

For your safety, do not use high-pressure water cleaners or steam jet cleaners.

during cleaning conditions the surfaces may get hotter than usual and children should be kept away. (cleaning model only)

excess spillage must be removed before cleaning and shall specify which utensils can be left in the oven during cleaning. (cleaning model only)

CAUTION Caution signs for cleaning

The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.

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.

Take care not to hurt yourself when cleaning the appliance (external/ internal).

-You may hurt yourself on the sharp edges of the appliance. Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaner.

-This may result in corrosion.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

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

(a)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.

(b)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.

(c)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 (bent)

(2)Door hinges (broken or loose)

(3)door seals and sealing surfaces

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

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.

For Class B equipment is equipment suitable for use in domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.

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