Samsung M197DL User Manual

MICROWAVE OVEN

Owner’s Instructions

M197DL

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

Accessories .....................................................................................2

Control Panel...................................................................................2

Using this Instruction Booklet ..........................................................3

Safety Precautions...........................................................................3

Installing Your Microwave Oven......................................................4

Setting the Time...............................................................................5

What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem.........................5

Cooking / Reheating........................................................................6

Power Levels ...................................................................................6

Stopping the Cooking ......................................................................6

Adjusting the Cooking Time.............................................................7

Setting a Standing Time ..................................................................7

Using the Auto Reheat Feature.......................................................7

Auto Reheat Settings.......................................................................8

Using the Indian Recipe Feature.....................................................8

Indian Recipe Setting.......................................................................9

Using the Auto Power Defrost Feature..........................................10

Auto Power Defrost Settings .........................................................10

Using the Good Morning Cook Function.......................................11

Using the Deodorization Feature...................................................12

Manual Stop Turntable Function ...................................................12

Switching the Beeper Off...............................................................12

Safety-Locking Your Microwave Oven ..........................................12

Cookware Guide............................................................................13

Cleaning Your Microwave Oven....................................................14

Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven...............................14

Technical Specifications................................................................15

Code No. : DE68-02800A

Oven

VENTILATION HOLES

DOOR HANDLE

DOOR

DOOR LATCHES

TURNTABLE

COUPLER

Control Panel

LIGHT

SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES

DISPLAY

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.

☛ DO NOT

turntable.

Purpose :

2. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven. Purpose :

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

4. Good Morning Kit, see page 11. Purpose :

operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and

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.

The tost kit when using toast, toast & fride egg, grillde sand witch function.

1. DISPLAY

2. STANDING TIME SETTING

3. DEODORIZATION BUTTON

4. GOOD MORNING COOK

SELECTION

5. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON

6. CLOCK SETTING

7. INDIAN RECIPE BUTTON

8. AUTO POWER DEFROST BUTTON

9. AUTO REHEAT SELECTION

10. POWER LEVEL SETTING

11. TURNTABLE ON/OFF BUTTON

12. START BUTTON/ DIAL KNOB

(cook time, weight and serving size)

Using this Instruction Booklet

Safety Precautions

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

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) 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 wip ing after use f irst with a damp cloth and then with a soft dry cloth.

qualified microwave service technician tra ine d b y the ma nu f actur er. 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 rep ai re d by a nyone ot he r th an a pr op er ly

qualified microwave service technician tra ine d b y the manu f act ur er .

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

: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.

2. DO NOT heat:

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

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

: 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 oven going when it is empty.

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

: The cloths or paper may catch fire as hot air is evacuated from the oven.

5. ALWAYS use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven. Reason

: Some dishes absorb microwaves and heat is always transferred from the

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 disconnect the

8. Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods.

•

• Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating.

• Take care when handling the container after heating. You may burn yourself, if the

• A risk of delayed eruptive boiling exists.

• To prevent delayed boiling and possible scalding, you should put a plastic spoon Reason

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.

oven from the power supply

ALWAYS

switched off so that the temperature can equalize.

container is too hot.

or glass stick into the beverages and stir before, during and after heating.

allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been

: 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.

Safety Precautions (continued)

Installing Your Microwave Oven

• 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

•

NEVER

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

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 operatin g withou t any load, the p ower will be cut off automati-cally for safety. You can ope rat e nor mally af t er le ttin g it st an d f or over 30 minutes.

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

heat a baby’s bottle with the teat on, as the bottle may explode if

: 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 tim e whe n foo d is b eing heated or cooked in disposable containers of pla stic , paper or othe r com bu stib le materials.

IMPORTANT

Young children should should they be left unattended near the microw ave ove n whe n it is in use . Items of interest to children should not be stored or hidden just abo ve th e ov en.

NEVER

be allowed to use or play with the microwave oven. Nor

WARNING:

If the door or door seals are damaged, th e oven must n ot be oper ated unt il it has b een repaired by a competent perso n.

WARNING:

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

WARNING:

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

WARNING:

Only allow children to use the oven without supervicion wh en ad equ ate in st ru ctio ns have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe wa y and understands the hazards of improper us e.

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

20cm

10cm

above

behind

on the side

☛ Never

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

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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 m ust be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

☛ Do not

to a traditional oven or radiator. The power supply specifications of the oven must be respected and any extension cable used must be of th e same standard as the power cable supplied with the ov en . Wipe the interior and the door seal with a damp cloth befor e usin g yo ur micr owav e oven for the first time.

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.

block the air vents as the oven may overheat and aut om atic ally

install the microwave oven in hot or damp surroundings like next

Setting the Time

Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. The time can be displayed in either the 24-hour or 12-hour notatio n. 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 or winter time.

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

24-hour notation Once 12-hour notation Twice

2. Turn the dial knob to set the hour.

3. Press the button.

What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a

Problem

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

◆ This is normal.

• Condensation inside the oven.

• Air flow around the door and outer casing.

• Light reflection around the door and outer casing.

• Steam escaping from around the door or vents.

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

• Is the door completely closed?

◆ The food is not cooked at all

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

• Is the door closed?

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

◆ The food is either overcooked or undercooked

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

• Was an appropriate power level chosen?

4. Turn the dial knob to set the minute.

5. Press the button.

◆ Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven (arcing)

• Have you used a dish with metal trimmings?

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

• Is aluminium foil too close to the inside walls?

◆ The oven causes interference with radios or televisions

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

• If interference is detected by the oven’s microprocessor, the display may be reset.To solve this problem, disconnect the power plug and reconnect it. Reset the time.

✉ If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem,

contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service.

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