MICROWAVE OVEN
Owner’s Instructions and Cooking Guide
M1777NCE
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 .....................................................................................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 .................................................................10
Using the Auto Reheat/Cook Feature ..................................................10
Auto Reheat/Cook Settings..................................................................11
Using the Instant Reheat Feature ........................................................11
Instant Reheat Settings........................................................................11
Using the Auto Power Defrost Feature ................................................12
Auto Power Defrost Settings................................................................12
Using the Deodorization Feature .........................................................13
Switching the Beeper Off......................................................................13
Safety-Locking Your Microwave Oven.................................................13
Cookware Guide...................................................................................14
Cooking Guide......................................................................................15
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven...........................................................20
Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven......................................21
Technical Specifications.......................................................................21
Code No. : DE68-01782L
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 once or
more times.
required.
Oven
VENTILATION HOLES
DOOR HANDLE
LIGHT
DISPLAY
3. Press the button.
Result :
Cooking starts.
The oven beeps four times when cooking is
over.
If you want to auto power defrost some food
1. Place the frozen food in the oven.
Press the Power Defrost ()button.
2. Select the weight by turning the dial knob as required.
3. Press the button.
If you want to add an extra minute
Leave the food in the oven.
Press +30sbutton once or more times for each extra 30
seconds that you wish to add.
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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 :
2. Roller ring,tobeplacedinthecentreoftheoven.
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☛ DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and
Purpose :
3. Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the centre
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.
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turntable.
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1. DISPLAY
2. AUTO POWER DEFROST
BUTTON
3. DEODORIZATION BUTTON
4. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON
5. CLOCK SETTING
6. AUTO REHEAT/COOK
SELECTION
7. POWER LEVEL SETTING
8. INSTANT REHEAT BUTTON
9. START DIAL KNOB
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Using this Instruction Booklet
You havejustpurchasedaSAMSUNGmicrowaveo ven. YourOwner’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
• Auto power defrosting of 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 three different symbols.
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Important Note 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.
(a) Undernocircumstancesshouldanyattempt be made tooperatetheovenwith
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, 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.
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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.
: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.
Reason
2. DO NOT heat:
• Airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers
Ex) Baby food jars
• Airtight food.
Ex) Eggs, nuts in shells, tomatoes
Reason
: The increase in pressure may cause them to explode.
Tip
: Remove lids and pierce skins, bags, etc.
3. DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty.
Reason
: The oven walls may be damaged.
Tip
: Leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times.
The water will absorb the microwaves if you accidentally set the
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, keep the oven door closed and switch off or
8. Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods.
• ALWAYS allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has
• Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating.
• Take care when handling the container after heating. You may burn
• A risk of delayed eruptive boiling exists.
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
been switched off so that the temperature can equalize.
yourself if the container is too hot.
• 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 defrosting).
Reason
13. When the microwave oven is operating without any load, the power will be cut
off automati-cally for safety. You can operate normally after letting it stand for
over 30 minutes.
removed from the oven. You may scald yourself.
: The hot 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.
: This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing.
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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InstallingYourMicrowave Oven
Setting the Time
Place the oven on a flat, level surface that is strong enough to safely
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bear the weight of the oven.
20cm
above
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, at
10cm
least 20 cm (8 inches) of space above the oven.
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).
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
summerorwintertime.
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 the hour.
3. Press the button.
4. Turn the dial knob to set the minute.
5. Press the button.
☛ 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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How a Microwave Oven Works
Checking that YourOven 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 of the food.
You can use your microwave oven to:
• Auto Power Defrost
• Instant Reheat
• Auto Cook/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. 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
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.
1. Press the button and set the time to 4-5 minutes by
turning the dial knob as required.
2. Press the 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 Youare 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)
• 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?
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. Then, close the
door.
1. Press the button.
Result :
2. Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob as required.
3. Press the button.
Result :
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.
The oven light comes on and the turntable
starts rotating.
Cooking starts and when it has finished the
oven beeps four times.
◆ 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.
☛ 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
seconds of cooking time. The oven starts immediately.
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+30s button once for each 30
Power Levels
Stoppingthe Cooking
You can choose from among the power levels below.
Power Level Output
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM LOW
DEFROST
LOW / KEEP WARM
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.
If you want to add the cooking time by turning dial knob.
Time Increasing Time
Up to 1 min
1-3min
3-10min
10 - 20 min
20 - 40 min
40 - 99 min
5 sec. unit
10 sec. unit
30 sec. unit
1 min unit
2 min unit
5 min unit
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 :
Cookingstops.Toresumecooking,closethe
door and press again.
The cooking stops.
If you wish to cancel the cooking setting,
press the Cancel( ) button again.
☛ You can cancel any setting before you start cooking by simply
pressing
Cancel().
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Adjusting the Cooking Time
Using the Auto Reheat/Cook Feature
You can increase the cooking time by pressing the +30s button once
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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
or Auto Reheat/Cook modes are selected.
During the cooking, to increase or decrease the cooking time
of your food, turn the dial knob right or left.
The Auto Reheat/Cook feature has four pre-programmed cooking
times. 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) Theovenbeepsfourtimes.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times
(once every minutes)
3) The current time is displayed again.
✉ Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
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Auto Reheat/Cook Settings
Using the InstantReheat Feature
The following table presents the various Auto Reheat & Cook
Programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate
recommendations.
Button Food Serving
Ready Meal
1
(chilled)
Ready Meal
2
(frozen)
Fresh
3
Vegetables
Frozen
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Vegetables
Size
300-350 g
400-450 g
300 - 350 g
400 - 450 g
100 - 150 g
200 - 250 g
300 - 350 g
400 - 450 g
100 - 150 g
200 - 250 g
300 - 350 g
400 - 450 g
Standing
Time
3min. Putthemealonaceramicplate
4 min. Take frozen ready meal and check
3 mins Weigh the vegetables after
4 mins Weigh the frozen vegetables
Recommendations
and 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).
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).
washing, cleaningand cutting into
similar size. Put them into a glass
bowl with lid.
Add 30 ml (2 tablespoons) water
when cooking for 100-250 g,
add 45 ml ( 3 tablespoons) for
300-450 g. Stir after cooking
(-18°C) and put them in a suitable
sized glass pyrex bowl with lid.
Whencooking 100-350 g add 15 ml
(1 tablespoon) water for 400-450 g
add 30 ml (2 tablespoons).
Stir after cooking and during
standing time. This programme is
suitable for peas, sweet corn,
broccoli, cauliflower and mixed
vegetables such as peas, carrots
and cauliflower.
With the Instant Reheat feature, the cooking time is set automatically
and you do not have to press the Start button. You can adjust the
number of servings by pressing the appropriate Instant Reheat button
the required number of times.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
Press the Instant Reheat( ) button which you want the
required number of times
Result :
Example:PresstheInstant Reheat( ) button one times to reheat one
cups of coffee.
Refer to the table below.
Cooking starts after about two seconds. When
it has finished:
1) Theovenbeepsfourtimes.
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.
InstantReheat Settings
The following table presents the standing time, quantitles, and
appropriate recom-mendations for the Instant Reheat Programme.
Button Food Serving
Size
Drinks
(coffee,
milk, tea,
water with
room
temperature)
150 ml
(1 cup)
250 ml
(1 mug)
Standing
Time
1- 2 min. Pour into a ceramic cup and
Recommendations
reheat uncovered.
Place cup(150 ml) or mug(250 ml)
in the centre of turntable.
Stir carefully before and after
standing time.
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Using the Auto Power Defrost Feature
Auto Power Defrost Settings
The Auto Power Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry
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or fish. The defrost time and power level are set automatically.
✉ Use only dishes that are microwave-safe.
First, place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable and close the
door.
1. Press the Power Defrost( ) button.
Result :
2. Select the food weight by turning the dial knob.
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 button 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 Power Defrosting
has finished.
Food Portion Standing
Meat
Poultry
Fish
200-1500g
200-1500g
200-1500g
Time
20-60min.
20-60min.
20-50min.
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 19.
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Using the Deodorization Feature
Switching the Beeper Off
Use this feature after cooking odorous food or when there is a lot of
smoke in the oven interior.
First clean the oven interior.
Press the Deodorization( ) button after you have
finished cleaning. you will hear four beeps.
✉ The deodorization time has been specified as 5 minutes. It
increases by 30 seconds whenever the
+30s button is pressed.
✉ You can also adjust deodorization time by turning the dial knob
right or left.
✉ The maximum deodorization time is 15 minutes.
You can switch the beeper off whenever you want.
1. Press the and buttons at the same time.
Result :
2. To switch the beeper back on, press the and
buttons again at the same time.
Result :
The oven will not beep each time you press a
button.
The oven operates with the beeper on again.
Safety-Locking Your Microwave Oven
Your microwave oven is fitted with a special Child Safety programme,
which enables the oven to be “locked” so that children or anyone
unfamiliar with it cannot operate it accidentally.
The oven can be locked at any time.
1. Press the and buttons at the same time.
Result :
The oven is locked (no functions can be
selected).
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2. To unlock the oven, press the and buttons again at
the same time.
Result :
The oven can be used normally.
Cookware Guide
To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to
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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-
Safe
Aluminium foil ✓ ✗ Can be used in small quantities to
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
• Glass jars
✓ Do not preheat for more than eight
✓ Porcelain, pottery, glazedearthenware
✓ Some frozen foods are packaged in
✓
✗
✗
✓
✓
✓
Comments
protect areas against overcooking.
Arcing can occur if the foil is too close
totheovenwalloriftoomuchfoilis
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.
Metal
•Dishes
• Freezer bag twist
ties
Paper
• Plates, cups,
napkins and
Kitchen paper
• Recycled paper
Plastic
• Containers
• Cling film
• Freezer bags
Wax or grease-proof
paper
✗
May cause arcing or fire.
✗
✓
✗
✓
✓
✓ ✗
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.
Can be used to retain moisture.
Should not touch the foo d. 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.
✓ Can be used to retain moisture and
prevent spattering.
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Cooking Guide
MICROWAVES
Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by its water,
fat and sugar content.
The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid
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 600W 5 - 6 2 - 3 Add 15 ml (1 tablespoon)
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 600W 10 - 11 2-3 Add15ml(1tbsp.)
Mixed
Vegetables
(carrots/
peas/corn)
Mixed
Vegetables
(Chinese
style)
300g 600W 8½ - 9½ 2 - 3 Add15 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
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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.)
4½ - 5
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
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
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. A void 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 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.
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 Baby Food and Milk
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for reheating.
Food Portion Power Time(min.) Standing
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
300 W 30-40 sec.
200ml
1min.to
1min.
10 sec.
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.
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Cooking Guide(continued)
Reheating Liquids and Food
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Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating.
Food Portion Power Time
(min.)
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)
150 ml
(1 cup)
250 ml
(1 mug)
250g
450g
350g 600 W 4-5 3 Put pasta (e.g.
800 W 1 - 1½
1½ - 2
800 W 3-3½
4-4½
Standing
Time (min.)
1 - 2 Pour into a ceramic
2-3 Pour into a deep
Instructions
cup and reheat
uncovered.
Place cup(150 ml) or
mug(250 ml) in the
centre of turntable.
Stir carefully before
and after standing time.
ceramic 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.
spaghetti or egg
noodles) on a flat
ceramic plate.
Cover with microwave
cling film. Stir before
serving.
Food Portion Power Time
(min.)
Filled pasta
with sauce
(chilled)
Plated Meal
(chilled)
350g 600 W 4½- 5½ 3 Put filled pasta (e.g.
350g
450g
600 W 5-6
6-7
Standing
Time (min.)
Instructions
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
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 upon 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
time than bigger ones. Remember this hint while freezing and
defrosting food.
For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about -18 to - 20 °C, use the
following table as a guide.
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
8-10
7-8
3-4
4-5
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!
Distributefruitsonaflat,
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
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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
• Dooranddoorseals
• 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
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
coveredfor6½to7½minutesusing800W.
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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St oringand Repairing Your Microwave Oven
Technical Specifications
A few simple precautions should be taken when storing or having your
microwave oven serviced.
The oven must not be used if the door or door seals are damaged:
• Broken hinge
• Deteriorated seals
• Distorted or bent oven casing
Only a qualified microwave service technician should perform repair
☛ NEVER remove the outer casing from the oven. 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 M1777NCE
Power source 230V ~ 50 Hz
Power consumption
Microwave
Output power 100 W / 800 W (IEC-705)
Operating frequency 2450 MHz
Magnetron OM75S(31)
Cooling method Cooling fan motor
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Outside
Oven cavity
Volume 20 liter
Weight
Net
1150 W
489 x 275 x 397 mm
306 x 211 x 320 mm
13.5 kg approx
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Note
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