Samsung M1732N User Manual

MICROWAVE OVEN
Owner’s Instructions and Cooking Guide
M1732N
Quick Look-up Guide ................................................................ 2
Oven..........................................................................................2
Accessories ............................................................................... 3
Control Panel ............................................................................ 3
Safety Precautions ....................................................................4
Installing Your Microwave oven ................................................6
Setting the Time ........................................................................ 6
How a Microwave Oven Works .................................................7
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly ...................... 7
What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem .................. 8
Cooking / Reheating.................................................................. 8
Power Levels .............................................................................9
Stopping the Cooking ................................................................ 9
Adjusting the Cooking Time ......................................................9
Using the Instant Reheat Feature ........................................... 10
Instant Reheat Settings ...........................................................10
Using the Auto Defrost Feature............................................... 11
Auto Defrost Settings .............................................................. 11
Multistage Cooking.................................................................. 12
Cookware Guide ..................................................................... 13
Cooking Guide ........................................................................14
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven .............................................19
Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven .........................20
Technical Specifications.......................................................... 20
Code No. : DE68-02100A
Quick Look-up Guide
If you want to cook some food
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1. Placethefoodintheoven.
2. Select the cooking time by pressing the 10min. 1min or
3. Press the button.
If you want to defrost some food
1. Placethefrozenfoodintheoven.
2. Select the weight by pressing the 100g button as required.
Select the power level by pressing the button once or more times.
10s button as required.
Result :
Press the Auto ( ) button.
Cooking starts. The oven beeps four times when cooking is over.
Oven
VENTILATION HOLES
DOOR
TURNTABLE
DOOR LATCHES
ROLLER RING
COUPLER
DISPLAY
LIGHT
CONTROL PANEL
OPEN DOOR PUSH BUTTON
SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES
3. Press the button.
If you want to add an extra minute
Leave the food in the oven. Press +30s once or more times for each extra 30 seconds that you wish to add.
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Accessories
Control Panel
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:
2. Roller ring,tobeplacedinthecentreoftheoven. Purpose:
3. Turntable,tobeplacedontherollerringwiththecentre fitting to the coupler. 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.
DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and
turntable.
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1. DISPLAY
2. AUTO REHEAT/COOK
SELECTION
3. AUTO DEFROST FEATURE SELECTION
4. WEIGHT SELECTION
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5. MICROWAVE MODE SELECTION
6. TIME SETTING
7. START BUTTON
8. CLOCK SETTING
9. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON
Using this Instruction Booklet
Safety Precautions
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:
Safety precautions
Suitable accessories and cookware
Useful cooking tips
Inside the cover you will find a quick look-up guide explaining three basic cooking operations:
Cooking food
Defrosting 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.
The step-by-step procedures use two different symbols.
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Important Note
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 doorsealingsurfacesarekeptcleanbywipingafterusefirstwithadampcloth 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, door seals and sealing surfaces (2) Door hinges (broken or loose) (3) Power cable
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly
qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.
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:
2. DO NOT heat:
Airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers
Airtight food.
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 use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven. Reason:
6. DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls. Reason:
7. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
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, keep the oven door closed and switch off or
Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.
Ex) Baby food jars
Ex) Eggs, nuts in shells, tomatoes
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.
The cloths 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.
These walls 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.
disconnect the oven from the power supply
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Safety Precautions (continued)
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:
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 cable away from heated surfaces.
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:
During the heating of liquids the boiling point can be delayed; this means that eruptive boiling can start after the container is removed from the oven. You may scald yourself.
The hot air or steam released may cause scalding.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
During cooking, you should look into the oven from time to time when food is being 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.
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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
13. When the microwave oven is operating without any load, the power will be cut off automatically for safety. You can operate normally after letting it stand for over 30 minutes.
Food particles or spattered oils stuck to oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven.
: This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing.
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Installing Your Microwave oven
Setting the Time
Place the oven on a flat, level surface that strong enough to safely bear
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the weight of the oven.
20 c m above
10 cm
behind
of 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, on the sides of the oven and 20
10 cm
cm (8 inches) of above.
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 a special cable (I-SHENG SP022, KDK KKP4819D, EUROELECTRIC 3410, SAMIL SP­106B, MOONSUNG EP-48E, HIGH PROJECT H.P 3). Contact your local dealer to have it replaced. The power cable of ISRAEL is PENCON(ZD16A), S/AFRICA APEX LEADS SA16 and NIGERIA, GHANA, KENYA and U.A.E is PENCON(UD13A1).
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.
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. Set the hour with the h button and the minutes with the min button.
3. When the right time is displayed, press the button
again to start the clock. Result :
The time is displayed whenever you are not using the microwave oven
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How a Microwave Oven Works
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly
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:
Defrost
Instant Reheat
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. The microwaves are absorbed by the food up to a 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
The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is working correctly at all times.
First, place a bowl of water on the turntable. Then, close the door.
1. Press the button and set the time to 4-5 minutes by pressing the 1min button the appropriate number of times.
2. Press button. Result :
The oven heats the water for 4 to 5 minutes. The water should then be boiling.
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.
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What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a
Problem
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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)
• Haveyouusedadishwithmetaltrimmings?
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.
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 and close the door.
1. Press the button. Result :
2. Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min. 1min and 10s button.
3. Press the button.
Result :
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 (800W), simply press the +30s button once for each 30 seconds of cooking time. The oven starts immediately.
The 800W (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 on the next page.
The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating. Cooking starts and when it has finished the oven beeps four times.
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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Power Levels
Stopping the Cooking
You can choose among the power levels below.
Power Level
HIGH MEDIUM HIGH MEDIUM MEDIUM LOW DEFROST( ) LOW
Output
800 W 600 W 450 W 300 W 180 W 100 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.
You can stop cooking at any time to check the food.
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. Ifyouwishtocancelthecookingsettings,
press the Cancel()button.
You can cancel any setting before starting cooking by simply
pressing
Cancel ( ) button.
Adjusting the Cooking Time
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.
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Using the Instant Reheat Feature
Instant Reheat Settings
With the Instant Reheat feature, the cooking time is set automatically
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and you do not have to press the 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.
Press the Instant Reheat button which you want the required number of times.
Result :
Example: Press the button one times to reheat one cups of coffee. Refer
to the table on the next page.
Cooking starts after about two seconds. 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 Instant Reheat Programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations.
Button Food Serving Size Standing
Ready Meal
(chilled)
Drinks
(coffee, milk, tea, water with room temperature)
Ready Meal
(frozen)
300-350 g 400-450 g
150 ml (1 cup) 250 ml (1 mug)
300 - 350 g 400 - 450 g
Time
3 min. Put on a ceramic plate and
1- 2 min. Pour into a ceramic cup and
4 min. Take frozen ready meal and
Recommendations
cover it with microwave cling film. This programme is suitable for meals consisting of 3 components (e.g. meat with sauce, vegetables and side dish like potatoes, rice or pasta).
reheat uncovered. Place cup(150 ml) or mug(250 ml) in the centre of turntable. Stir carefully before and after standing time.
check if dish is suitable for 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).
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Using the Auto Defrost Feature
Auto Defrost Settings
The Auto Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry or fish. The defrost time and power level are set automatically. You simply
select the programme and the weight.
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 Auto( ) button. Result :
2. Select the food weight by pressing the 100g button. It is possible to set up to a maximum of 1500g.
3. Press button. Result :
The following indication is displayed:
Defrosting begins.
The oven beeps halfway through
defrosting to remind you to turn the food over.
Press again to finish defrosting.
You can also defrost food manually. To do so, select the
microwave cooking/reheating function with a power level of 180W. Refer to the section entitled “ Cooking/Reheating” on page 8 for further details.
Remove all kinds of packaging material before defrosting. Place the frozen foods on a turntable. Turn the food over when the oven beeps. Keep the corresponding standing time after Auto Defrosting has
finished
Food Portion Standing
Meat Poultry Fish
.
200-1500g 200-1500g 200-1500g
Time
20-60 min 20-60 min 20-50 min
Recommendation
Shield the edges with aluminium foil. Turn the food over when the oven beeps.
Select the defrosting fuction with a power level of 180W if you
want to defrost food manually. For further details on Manual defrosting and defrosting time, refer to the page 18.
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Multistage Cooking
Your microwave oven can be programmed to cook food in up to three
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stages.
Example: You wish to defrost food and cook it without having to reset
the oven after each stage. You can thus defrost and cook a 500gfishinthreestages:
Defrosting
Cook I
Cook II
You can set between two and three stages in multistage cooking. If you set three stage, the first stage must be defrosting. Don’t press button until you’ve set the final stage.
1. Press the Auto ( ) button.
2. Set the weight by pressing the 100g buttons the
appropriate number of times(500g in the example).
3. Press the button. The microwave mode(I):
; if necessary, set the power level by pressing the
button again one or more times.(600W in
the example)
7. Press the button. Result :
The three modes [defrosting and cooking(I,II)] areselectedonafter.Accordingtothe defrosting mode that you have chosen, the oven may beep half way through defrosting to remind you to turn the food over.
When cooking is over, the oven beeps
four times.
4. Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min and 10s buttons the appropriate number of times (4 minutes in the example).
5. Press the button. The microwave mode(II):
; if necessary, set the power level by pressing the
button again one or more times.(450W in
the example)
6. Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min and 10s buttons the appropriate number of times (5 minutes in the example).
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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.
The following table lists various types of cookware and indicates whether and how they should be used in a microwave oven.
Cookware Microwave-
Aluminium foil
Browning plate
China and earthenware
Disposable polyester cardboard dishes
Fast-food packaging
Polystyrene cups containers
Paper bags or newspaper
Recycled paper or metal trims Glassware
Glassware
Oven-to-table ware
Fine glassware
•Glassjars
Metal
Dishes
Freezer bag twist ties
Safe
✓ ✗ Can be used in small quantities to
Do not preheat for more than eight Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware
Some frozen foods are packaged in
✗ ✗
✓ ✓
✗ ✗
Comments
protect areas against overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to the oven wall or if too much foil is used.
minutes.
and bone china are usually suitable, unless decorated with a metal trim.
these dishes.
Can be used to warm food. Overheating may cause the polystyrene to melt. May catch fire.
May cause arcing.
Can be used, unless decorated with a metal trim. Can be used to warm foods or liquids. Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly. Must remove the lid. Suitable for warming only.
May cause arcing or fire.
Paper
Plates, cups, napkins and Kitchen paper
Recycled paper
Plastic
Containers
•Clingfilm
Freezer bags
Wax or grease-proof paper
✗ ✓
✓ ✗
For short cooking times and warming. Also to absorb excess moisture.
May cause arcing.
Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some other plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures. Do not use Melamine plastic. Canbeusedtoretainmoisture. Should not touch the food. Take care when removing the film as hot steam will escape. Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be airtight. Prick with a fork, if necessary.
Canbeusedtoretainmoistureand
prevent spattering.
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Cooking Guide
MICROWAVES
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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 movement 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. Microwaves are reflected by metal, such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper, but they can penetrate through ceramic, glass, porcelain and plastic as well as paper and wood. So food must never be cooked in metal containers.
Foods suitable for microwave cooking:
Many kinds of food are suitable for microwave cooking, including fresh or frozen vegetables, fruit, pasta, rice, grains, beans, fish, and meat. Sauces, custard, soups, steamed puddings, preserves, and chutneys can also be cooked in a microwave oven. Generally speaking, microwave cooking is ideal for any food that would normally be prepared on a hob. Melting butter or chocolate, for example (see the chapter with tips, techniques and hints).
Covering during cooking
To cover the food during cooking is very important, as the evaporated water rises as steam and contributes to cooking process. Food can be covered in different ways: e.g. with a ceramic plate, plastic cover or microwave suitable cling film.
Standing times
After cooking is over food the standing time is important to allow the temperature to even out within the food.
Cooking Guide for frozen vegetables
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Cook covered for the minimum time - see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during standing time.
Food Portion Power Time (min.) Standing
Time (min.)
Spinach 150g 600 W 5 - 6 2 - 3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)
Broccoli 300g 600 W 9½ - 10½ 2-3 Add15ml(1tbsp.)
Peas 300g 600 W 8 - 9 2 - 3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)
Green Beans 300g 600 W 10 - 11 2-3 Add15ml(1tbsp.)
Mixed Vegetables (carrots/ peas/corn)
Mixed Vegetables (Chinese style)
300g 600 W 8½ - 9½ 2 - 3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)
300g 600 W 8-9 2-3 Add15ml(1tbsp.)
Instructions
cold water.
cold water.
cold water.
cold water.
cold water.
cold water.
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Cooking Guide (continued)
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. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during a standing time of 3 minutes.
Hint: Cut the fresh vegetables into even sized pieces. The smaller they
All fresh vegetables should be cooked using full microwave power (800 W).
Food Portion Time
Broccoli 250g
Brussels Sprouts
Carrots 250g 4½ - 5 3 Cut carrots into even sized slices.
Cauliflower 250g
Courgettes 250g 3½ - 4 3 Cut courgettes into slices. Add 30
Egg Plants 250g 4½ - 5 3 Cut egg plants into small slices
Leeks 250g 5 - 5½ 3 Cut leeks into thick slices.
Mushrooms 125g
Onions 250g 5½ - 6 3 Cut onions into slices or halves.
Pepper 250g 4½ - 5 3 Cut pepper into small slices.
Potatoes 250g
Turnip Cabbage
are cut, the quicker they will cook.
Standing
(min.)
500 g
250g 6-7 3 Add 60-75 ml (5-6 tbsp.) water.
500 g
250g
500 g
250g 5-5½ 3 Cut turnip cabbage into small
4½ - 5 8-8½
5-5½ 8½ - 9
1½ - 2 3½ - 4
4½ - 5½
Time (min.)
8-9
Instructions
3 Prepare even sized florets.
Arrange the stems to the centre.
3 Prepare even sized florets. Cut big
florets into halves. Arrange stems to the centre.
ml (2 tbsp.) water or a knob of butter. Cook until just tender.
and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
3 Prepare small whole or sliced
mushrooms. Do not add any water. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Spice with salt and pepper. Drain before serving.
Add only 15 ml (1 tbsp.) water.
3 Weigh the peeled potatoes and cut
them into similar sized halves or quarters.
cubes.
Cooking Guide for rice and pasta
Rice: Use a large glass pyrex bowl with lid - rice doubles in volume during
Pasta: Use a large glass pyrex bowl. Add boiling water, a pinch of salt and
Food Portion Power Time (min.) Standing
White Rice (parboiled)
Brown Rice (parboiled)
Brown Rice 250g 800 W 22 - 23 10 Add 600 ml cold
Mixed Rice (rice + wild rice)
Mixed Corn (rice + grain)
Pasta 250g 800 W 11 - 12 5 Add 1000 ml hot
cooking. Cook covered. After the cooking time is over, stir before standing time and salt or add herbs and butter. Remark: the rice may not have absorbed all water after the cooking time is finished.
stir well. Cook uncovered. Stir occasionally during and after cooking. Cover during standing time and drain thoroughly afterwards.
Instructions
Time (min.)
250g 800 W 17 - 18 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
250g 800 W 22 - 23 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
water.
250g 800 W 18 - 19 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
250g 800 W 19 - 20 5 Add 400 ml cold
water.
water.
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Cooking Guide (continued)
REHEATING
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Your microwave oven will reheat food in a fraction of the time that conventional ovens 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.
Arranging and covering
Avoid reheating large items such as joint of meat - they tend to overcook and dry out before the centre is piping hot. Reheating small pieces will be more successful.
Power levels and stirring
Some foods can be reheated using 800 W power while others should be reheated using 600 W, 450 W or even 300 W. Check the tables for guidance. In general, it is better to reheat food using a lower power level, if the food is delicate, in large quantities, or if it is likely to heat up very quickly (mince pies, for example). Stir well or turn food over during reheating for best results. When possible, stir again before serving. Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods. To prevent eruptive boiling of liquids and possible scalding , stir before, during and after heating. Keep them in the microwave oven during standing time. We recommend putting a plastic spoon or glass stick into the liquids. Avoid overheating (and therefore spoiling) the food. It is preferable to underestimate cooking time and add extra heating time, if necessary.
Heating and standing times
When reheating food for the first time, it is helpful to make a note of the time taken - for future reference. Always make sure that the reheated food is piping hot throughout. Allow food to stand for a short time after reheating - to let the temperature even out. The recommended standing time after reheating is 2-4 minutes, unless another time is recommended in the chart.. Take particular care when heating liquids and baby food. See also the chapter with the safety precautions.
REHEATING BABY FOOD
BABY FOOD:
Empty into a deep ceramic plate. Cover with plastic lid. Stir well after reheating! Let stand for 2-3 minutes before serving. Stir again and check the temperature. Recommended serving temperature: between 30-40°C.
BABY MILK:
Pour milk into a sterilised glass bottle. Reheat uncovered. Never heat a baby's bottle with teat on, as the bottle may explode if overheated. Shake well before standing time and again before serving ! Always carefully check the temperature of baby milk or food before giving it to the baby. Recommended serving temperature: ca. 37°C.
REMARK:
Baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before serving to prevent burns. Use the power levels and times in the next table as a guide lines for reheating.
REHEATING LIQUIDS
Always allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off to allow the temperature to even out. Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating. To prevent eruptive boiling and possible scalding, you should put a spoon or glass stick into the beverages and stir before, during and after heating.
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Cooking Guide (continued)
Reheating Baby Food and Milk
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for reheating.
Food Portion Power Time
Baby food (vegetables + meat)
Baby porridge (grain + milk + fruit)
Baby milk 100ml
190g 600 W 30 sec. 2 - 3 Empty into ceramic deep
190g 600 W 20 sec. 2-3 Empty into ceramic deep
200ml
(min.)
300 W 30-40 sec.
1min.to1
min. 10
sec.
Standing Time (min.)
Instructions
plate. Cook covered. Stir after cooking time. Stand for 2-3 minutes. Before serving, stir well and check the temperature carefully.
plate. Cook covered. Stir after cooking time. Stand for 2-3 minutes. Before serving, stir well and check the temperature carefully.
2 - 3 Stir or shake well and pour
into a sterilised glass bottle. Place into the centre of turn­table. Cook uncovered. Shake well and stand for at least 2 minutes. Before serving, shake well and check the temperature carefully.
Reheating Liquids and Food
Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating.
Food Portion Power Time
Drinks (coffee, milk, tea, water with room temperature)
Soup (chilled)
Stew (chilled) 350g 600 W 5 - 6 2 - 3 Put stew in a deep
Pasta with sauce (chilled)
Filled pasta with sauce (chilled)
Plated Meal (chilled)
150 ml (1 cup) 250 ml
(1 mug)
250g 450g
350g 600 W 4-5 3 Put pasta (e.g. spaghetti
350g 600 W 4½ - 5½ 3 Put filled pasta (e.g.
350g 450g
(min.)
800W 1-1½
1½ - 2
800 W 3-3½
4-4½
600 W 5-6
6-7
Standing Time (min.)
1 - 2 Pour into a ceramic cup
2-3 Pour into a deep ceramic
Instructions
and reheat uncovered. Place cup(150 ml) or mug(250 ml) in the centre of turntable. Stir carefully before and after standing time.
plate. Cover with plastic lid. Stir well after reheating. Stir again before serving.
ceramic plate. Cover with plastic lid. Stir occasionally during reheating and again before standing and serving.
or egg noodles) on a flat ceramic plate. Cover with microwave cling film. Stir before serving.
ravioli, tortellini) in a deep ceramic plate. Cover with plastic lid. Stir occasionally during reheating and again before standing and serving.
3 Plate a meal of 2-3
chilled components on a ceramic dish. Cover with microwave cling-film.
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Cooking Guide (continued)
DEFROSTING
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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.
Put the frozen food on a dish without cover. Turn over half way, drain off any liquid and remove any giblets as soon as possible. Check the food occasionally to make sure that it does not feel warm. If smaller and thinner parts of the frozen food start to warm up, they can be shield by wrapping very small strips of aluminium foil around them during defrosting.
Should poultry start to warm up on the outer surface, stop thawing and allow it to stand for 20 minutes before continuing. Leave the fish, meat and poultry to stand in order to complete defrosting. The standing time for complete defrosting will vary depending on the quantity defrosted. Please refer to the table below.
Hint: Flat food defrosts better than thick and smaller quantities need less
For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about -18 to - 20 °C, use the following table as a guide.
time than bigger ones. Remember this hint while freezing and defrosting food.
All frozen food should be defrosted using defrosting power level (180 W, ).
Food Portion Time
Meat
Minced beef
Pork steaks
Poultry
Chicken pieces
Whole chicken
Fish
Fish fillets 250g
Fruits
Berries
Bread
Bread rolls (each ca. 50 g) Toast/ Sandwich German bread (wheat + rye flour)
(2 pcs)
(2 pcs)
(4 pcs)
(min.)
500g
250g
500 g
900g
400g
250g 7-8 5-10
2pcs 4pcs
250g
500g
14 - 15
7-7½
15 - 16
32 - 34
12 - 13
1½ - 2
4-5
8-10
7-8
3-4
Standing Time (min.)
5-20
15 - 40
5-20
5-10
Instructions
Place the meat on a flat ceramic plate. Shield thinner edges with aluminium foil. Turn over after half of defrosting time!
First, put chicken pieces first skin-side down, whole chicken first breast-side­down on a flat ceramic plate. Shield the thinner parts like wings and ends with aluminium foil. Turn over after half of defrosting time!
Put frozen fish in the middle of a flat ceramic plate. Arrange the thinner parts under the thicker parts. Shield narrow ends with aluminium foil. Turn over after half of defrosting time!
Distribute fruits on a flat, round glass dish (with a large diameter).
Arrange rolls in a circle or bread horizontally on kitchen paper in the middle of turntable. Turn over after half of defrosting time!
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Cooking Guide (continued)
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven
SPECIAL HINTS
MELTING BUTTER
Put 50 g butter into a small deep glass dish. Cover with plastic lid. Heat for 30-40 seconds using 800 W, until butter is melted.
MELTING CHOCOLATE
Put 100 g chocolate into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 3-5 minutes using 450 W, until chocolate is melted. Stir once or twice during melting. Use oven gloves while taking out!
MELTNG CRYSTALLIZED HONEY
Put 20 g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 20-30 seconds using 300 W, until honey is melted.
MELTING GELATINE
Lay dry gelatine sheets (10 g) for 5 minutes into cold water. Put drained gelatine into a small glass pyrex bowl. Heat for 1 minute using 300 W. Stir after melting.
COOKING GLAZE/ICING (FOR CAKE AND GATEAUX)
Mix instant glaze (approximately 14 g) with 40 g sugar and 250 ml cold water. Cook uncovered in a glass pyrex bowl for 3 ½ to 4 ½ minutes using 800 W, until glaze/icing is transparent. Stir twice during cooking.
COOKING JAM
Put 600 g fruits (for example mixed berries) in a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 300 g preserving sugar and stir well. Cook covered for 10-12 minutes using 800 W. Stir several times during cooking. Empty directly into small jam glasses with twist-off lids. Stand on lid for 5 minutes.
The following parts of your microwave oven should be cleaned regularly to prevent 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.
1. Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
2. Remove any splashes or stains on the inside surfaces or on the roller ring with a soapy cloth. Rinse and dry.
3. To loosen hardened food particles and remove smells, place a cup of diluted lemon juice on the turntable and heat for ten minutes at maximum power.
4. Wash the dishwasher-safe plate whenever necessary.
DO NOT spill water in the vents. NEVER use any abrasive
products or chemical solvents. Take particular care when cleaning the door seals to ensure that no particles:
Accumulate
Prevent the door from closing correctly
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COOKING PUDDING
Mix pudding powder with sugar and milk (500 ml) by following the manufacturers instructions and stir well. Use a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with lid. Cook covered for 6 ½ to 7 ½ minutes using 800 W. Stir several times well during cooking.
BROWNING ALMOND SLICES
Spread 30 g sliced almonds evenly on a medium sized ceramic plate. Stir several times during browning for 3 ½ to 4 ½ minutes using 600 W. Let it stand for 2-3 minutes in the oven. Use oven gloves while taking out!
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Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven
Technical Specifications
A few simple precautions should be taken when storing or having your
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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. If the oven is
faulty and needs servicing or you are in doubt about its condition:
Unplug it from the wall socket
Contact the nearest after-sales service centre
If you wish to store your oven away temporarily, choose a dry,
dust-free place.
Reason: Dust and damp may adversely affect the working parts in the oven.
This microwave oven is not intended for commercial use.
SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
Model M1732N
Power source
Power consumption
Microwave
Output power
Operating frequency
Magnetron
Cooling method
Dimensions (WxHxD)
Outside Oven cavity
Volume
Weight
Net
230V ~ 50 Hz
1150 W
100 W / 800 W (IEC-705)
2450 MHz
OM75S(31)
Cooling fan motor
489 x 275 x 361 mm 306 x 211 x 320 mm
20 liter
12.5 kg approx
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