Samsung ME21M706BAS Installation manual
Microwave Oven
User manual
ME21M706BA*
ContentsContents
Important safety instructions 3
Contents
Setting up your new microwave oven 10
Checking the parts 10
Setting up your microwave oven 11
Installing the metal shelf 11
Learning about the control panel 11
Setting the time 12
Using my setting feature 12
Using your microwave oven 13
Using the stop/clear button 13
Using the child lock 13
Using the kitchen timer 14
Using the microwave +30 sec. feature 14
Using the more/less feature 14
Using the eco mode 14
Turntable on/off feature 15
Turning on the light 15
Turning on the vent 15
Using the keep warm feature 16
Using the auto defrost button 16
Using the 1 pound defrost button 17
Using the sensor cooking buttons 18
Using the microwave setting cooking times & power levels 20
Power levels 20
One-stage cooking 21
Multi-stage cooking (maximum of 2 stages) 21
Using the t choice button 22
Using the kids meals button 23
Using the snacks button 24
Using the soften/melt button 25
Cookware guide 26
Recommended cooking utensils 26
Limited use items 26
Not recommended 26
Testing utensils 26
Cooking guide 27
Cooking techniques 27
General cooking recommendations 28
Guide for cooking eggs in your microwave 28
Guide for cooking vegetables in your microwave 28
Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven 29
Cleaning the exterior 29
Cleaning under your microwave oven 29
Cleaning the control panel 29
Cleaning the door and door seals 29
Cleaning the interior 29
Cleaning the turntable and roller rings 29
Storing and repairing your microwave oven 30
Replacing the cooktop/night light 30
Replacing the oven light 31
Cleaning the grease lter 31
Replacing the charcoal lter 32
Troubleshooting 33
Check points 33
Information codes 37
Appendix 37
Specications 37
Warranty (USA) 38
Samsung over-the-range (otr) microwave oven 38
Warranty (CANADA) 39
Samsung over-the-range (otr) microwave oven 39
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Important safety instructions
Congratulations on your new Samsung microwave oven. This manual contains
important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please
take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your microwave oven’s
many benets and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use
common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your
microwave oven.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
A. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door
operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important
not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
B. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow
soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on the sealing surface.
C. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the
oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
1. Door (bent),
2. Hinges and latches, (broken or loosened),
3. Door seals and sealing surface.
D. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualied service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS
AND PRECAUTIONS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property
damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using
your microwave oven, follow these basic safety precautions.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch. Call the service center for help.
Follow directions explicitly. Note
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Please follow
them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
Unplug the power plug from the
wall socket.
Make sure the machine is
grounded to prevent electric shock.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION
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WARNING : This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
WARNING
To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, re, personal injury or exposure to
excessive microwave energy:
1. Read all safety instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specic PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY on page 3.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlets.
See Important Grounding instructions on page 5 of this manual.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers (for example, closed
glass jars) can explode if heated rapidly. Never heat them in a microwave
oven.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not
put corrosive chemicals or vapors in or on this appliance. This type of oven is
specically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial
or laboratory use.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when it is used by
children. Keep children away from the door when opening or closing it as they
may bump themselves on the door or catch their ngers in the door.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
9. This appliance should be repaired or serviced only by qualied service
personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination,
repair, or adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
11. Do not tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door.
12. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water, for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.
13. Do not immerse the cord or plug in water.
14. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. (including the back of the oven).
15. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.
16. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together when the
door closes, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth. Unplug the plug before cleaning.
17. To reduce the risk of re in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the appliance when paper, plastic,
or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate
cooking.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing the bags
in the oven.
c. If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the
oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power at the fuse
or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened, the re may spread.
d. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
18. Liquids, such as water, milk, coffee, or tea can be overheated beyond the
boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when
the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN
THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED
INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury:
a. Do not overheat liquid.
b. Stir liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
c. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
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d. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a
short time before removing the container.
e. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the
container.
19. Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not inserted into the
microwave oven as they may cause a re or risk of electric shock.
20. Do not clean the microwave with a metal scouring pad. A piece of metal could
come off the pad, contact electrical parts, and cause an electric shock.
21. Do not put paper products into the oven when you are operating it in the
toaster mode.
22. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended
accessories, in this oven when not in use.
23. Do not cover the racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will
cause the oven to overheat.
WARNING
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
• Plug into a grounded, 3 pronged outlet. Do not remove the third (grounding)
prong. Do not use an adaptor or otherwise thwart the safety function of the
grounding plug.
• Consult a qualied electrician or service person if you do not understand
the grounding instructions or if you are not sure if the appliance is properly
grounded.
• We do not recommend using an extension cord with this appliance. If the
power-supply cord is too short, have a qualied electrician or serviceman
install an outlet near the appliance. However, if it is necessary to use an
extension cord, read and follow the “Use of Extension Cords” section below.
Important safety instructions
CAUTION
1. Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on the hood of the lter.
2. When aming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
3. Use care when cleaning the vent-hood lter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such
as lye-based oven cleaner, may damage the lter.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electrical current. This appliance is equipped with a cord that includes a grounding
wire and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of your becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords
are available and you can use them if you exercise care. If you use a long cord or
an extension cord:
1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be
plugged into a 3-slot outlet.
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
accidentally. If you use an extension cord, the interior light may icker and the
speed of the blower may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times
may be longer too.
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CRITICAL INSTALLATION
WARNINGS
This appliance must be installed by a qualied technician or service
company.
• Failing to have a qualied technician install the oven may result in
electric shock, re, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury.
Unpack the oven, remove all packaging material and examine the oven for
any damage such as dents on the interior or exterior of the oven, broken
door latches, cracks in the door, or a door that is not lined up correctly.
If there is any damage, do not operate the oven and notify your dealer
immediately.
Make sure to install your oven in a location with adequate space.
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug
terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
• Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded 3 pronged outlet. Your oven
should be the only appliance connected to this circuit.
• Sharing a wall socket with other appliances, using a power strip, or
extending the power cord may result in electric shock or re.
• Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or re.
• Ensure that the voltage, frequency and current provided match the
product’s specications. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or
re.
Keep all packaging materials out of the reach of children. Children may use
them for play.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Read and follow the specic
“Grounding instructions” found in the beginning of this section. Do not
ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
• This may result in electric shock, re, an explosion, or problems with the
product.
• Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly
and make sure that it is grounded in accordance with local and national
codes.
Do not cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord under
any circumstances.
Connect the oven to a 20A circuit. If you connect the oven to a 15A circuit,
make sure that the circuit breaker is operable.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily, or dusty location, or in a
location exposed to direct sunlight or water (rain drops).
• This may result in electric shock or re.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket rmly. Do not use a damaged
power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
• This may result in electric shock or re.
Do not mount over a sink.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the
power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord
into the space behind the appliance.
• This may result in electric shock or re.
Do not pull the power cord when you unplug the oven.
• Unplug the oven by pulling the plug only.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
If the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service
center for a replacement or repair.
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INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
Position the oven so that the plug is easily accessible.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re due to electric
leakage.
Unplug the oven when it is not being used for long periods of time or during
a thunder/lightning storm.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS
If the microwave appliance is ooded, please contact your nearest Samsung
service center. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
Read and follow the specic “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy”, found in the beginning of this Safety
Information Section.
If the microwave generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke,
unplug it immediately and contact your nearest Samsung service center.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
In the event of a gas leak (propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate the room
immediately. Do not touch the microwave, power cord, or plug.
• Do not use a ventilating fan.
• A spark may result in an explosion or re.
Take care that the door or any of the other parts do not come into contact
with your body while the microwave is cooking or just after cooking.
• Failing to do so may result in burns.
In the event of a grease re on the surface units below the microwave oven,
smother the aming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely
with a lid, a cookie sheet, or a at tray.
Never leave surface units beneath your microwave oven unattended at high
heat settings. Boil overs cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite
and spread if the vent fan is operating. To minimize automatic fan operation,
use adequate sized cookware and use high heat on surface units only when
necessary.
If materials inside the microwave oven should ignite, keep the oven door
closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at
the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened, the re may spread.
• Always observe safety precautions when using your microwave oven.
Never try to repair the oven on your own. There is dangerous voltage
inside. If the oven needs to be repaired, contact an authorized service
center near you.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.
• Because a high voltage current enters the product chassis during
operation, opening the chassis can result in electric shock or re.
• You may be exposed to electromagnetic waves.
• If your microwave oven requires repair, contact your nearest Samsung
service center.
If any foreign substance such as water enters the microwave, unplug it, and
then contact your nearest service center.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
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Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
• This may result in electric shock.
Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while the
appliance is in operation.
• Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark
and result in electric shock or re.
Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children. Packaging
materials can be dangerous to children.
• If a child places a bag over its head, the child can suffocate.
Do not let children or any person with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities use this appliance unsupervised. Make sure that the appliance is
out of the reach of children.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock, burns, or injury.
Do not touch the inside of the appliance immediately after cooking. The
inside of the appliance will be hot.
• The heat on the inside of your microwave oven can cause burns.
Do not put aluminum foil (except as specically directed in this manual),
metal objects (such as containers, forks, etc.), or containers with golden or
silver rims into the microwave.
• These objects can cause sparks or a re.
Do not use or place ammable sprays or objects near the microwave oven.
• Heat from the microwave can cause ammable sprays to explode or
burn.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or injury.
Do not tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door. Under
no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet.
Do not store or use your microwave oven outdoors.
USAGE CAUTIONS
If the surface of the microwave is cracked, turn it off.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock.
Dishes and containers can become hot. Handle with care.
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Carefully remove container coverings,
directing steam away from your hands and face.
Remove lids from baby food before heating. After heating baby food, stir
well to distribute the heat evenly. Always test the temperature by tasting
before feeding the baby. The glass jar or surface of the food may appear to
be cooler than the food in the interior, which can be so hot that it will burn
the infant’s mouth.
Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for
microwaving.
Use microwavable cookware in strict compliance with such manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Do not stand on top of the microwave or place objects (such as laundry, oven
covers, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects,
etc.) on the appliance.
• Items, such as a cloth, may get caught in the door.
• This may result in electric shock, re, problems with the product, or
injury.
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
• This may result in electric shock.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the
appliance.
• As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in electric shock,
re or problems with the product.
Do not place the appliance over a fragile object such as a sink or glass
object.
• This may result in damage to the sink or glass object.
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Do not put your face or body close to the appliance while it is cooking or
when opening the door just after cooking.
• Take care that children do not come too close to the appliance.
• Failing to do so may result in children burning themselves.
Do not place food or heavy objects over the door.
• When you open the door, the food or object may fall and this may result
in burns or injury.
Do not abruptly cool the door, the inside of the appliance, or the dish by
pouring water over it during or just after cooking.
• This may result in damage to the appliance. The steam or water spray
may result in burns or injury.
Do not cook without the glass tray in place on the oven oor. Food will not
cook properly without the tray.
Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles. The containers
can break.
Do not scratch the glass of your microwave oven door with a sharp object.
• This may result in the glass being damaged or broken.
Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when it is in
operation.
Do not use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids before use. Sealed
containers can explode due to buildup of pressure even after the oven has
been turned off.
CRITICAL CLEANING
INSTRUCTIONS
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use benzene, thinner, or alcohol to clean the appliance.
• This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock, or re.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall
socket. Then, remove food waste from the door and cooking compartment.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
Take care not to hurt yourself when cleaning the appliance.
(external/internal)
• You may hurt yourself on the sharp edges of the appliance.
Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaner.
• This may result in corrosion.
Keep the inside of your microwave oven clean. Food particles or spattered oils
stuck to the oven walls or oor can cause paint damage and reduce the efciency
of the oven.
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Setting up your new microwave oven
Setting up your new microwave oven
Be sure to follow these instructions closely so that your new microwave oven
works properly.
Setting up your new microwave oven
Checking the parts
Carefully unpack your microwave oven, and make sure you’ve received all the
parts shown below. If your microwave oven was damaged during shipping, or if
you do not have all the parts, contact the Samsung Call Center.
(Refer to the WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION on page 38.)
Microwave oven
* Shelf * Glass tray * Roller guide ring
* Hardware kit
(Screws & Brackets)
NOTE
If you need an accessory marked with an * (asterisk), please contact the Samsung
Call Center using the phone number listed on the last page of this manual or visit
our on-line parts web site at www.samsungparts.com.
Manuals
(User & Installation)
Templates
(Top & Wall)
* Charcoal lter * Exhaust adaptor
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Setting up your microwave oven
Learning about the control panel
1. Open the door by pulling the handle on
the right side of the door.
2. Wipe the inside of your microwave
oven with a damp cloth.
damp cloth
3. Install the pre-assembled ring into
the indentation at the center of the
pre-assembled roller ring
indentation
microwave oven.
4. Place the glass tray securely in the
glass tray
center of the pre-assembled roller ring.
Installing the metal shelf
When you need to use the Metal Shelf, place it on the plastic hooks inside your
oven and make sure it is positioned properly to avoid electrical arcing that can
damage your oven.
CAUTION
Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent
damage to the oven from arcing.
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01 Turntable On/Off Button
02 Light Button (Hi/Low/Off)
03 Vent Button (4 Speed & On/Off)
04 Sensor Cooking Buttons
05 Fit Choice Button
06 Auto Defrost Button
07 Kids Meals Button
08 1 Pound Defrost Button
09 Snacks Button
10 Soften/Melt Button
11 Up & Down (More and Less)
Buttons
12 Numeric Buttons
13 OK Button
14 Keep Warm Button
15 Kitchen Timer Button
16 Options Button
17 Eco Mode Button
18 +30 sec Button
19 START Button
20 STOP/CLEAR Button
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Setting the time
Your microwave oven is equipped with a built-in clock. Set the clock when rst
installing your microwave oven and after a power failure. The time is displayed
whenever the microwave oven is not being used.
1. Press the Options button.
2. Press the 9 button.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Use the numeric buttons to enter the
current time. You need to press at least
three numbers to set the clock. For
example, if the current time is 5:00,
press 5, 0, 0.
The display will show 5 : 00.
5. Press the OK button.
Using my setting feature
You can customize your new microwave oven to suit your preferences.
To customize:
1. Press the Options button.
2. Press one of the numeric buttons to
select a function you want to customize.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Press one of the numeric buttons to
select a setting.
5. Press the OK button.
The functions, options, and corresponding numeric buttons are listed in the table
below.
No. Function Description Options
1 Display Weight Weight options are
pounds and kilograms.
2 12 HR/24 HR The clock can display in
either the 12 HR or 24 HR
time mode.
3 Sound Sound can be turned On
and Off.
4 Remind End
Signal
5 Daylight
Savings Time
Adjustment
6 Demo Mode The Demo Mode can be
7 Filter Remind The Filter Remind function
8 Word Scroll
Speed
9 Clock The clock can be adjusted. Press the numeric buttons
The Remind End Signal
can be turned On and Off.
The time can be advanced
one hour for DST without
resetting the clock.
turned On and Off.
can be turned On and Off.
There are three speeds,
Slow, Normal, and Fast.
The default is Normal
speed.
1 Lbs.
2 Kg.
1 12 HR
2 24 HR
1 Sound ON
2 Sound OFF
1 ON
2 OFF
1 ON (to advance one hour)
2 OFF (to go back one hour)
1 ON
2 OFF
1 ON
2 OFF
1 Slow speed
2 Normal speed
3 Fast speed
to enter the current time.
(First 2 digits are for
hours, last 2 digits are for
minutes.)
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NOTE
If you change your mind while adjusting a setting, press the STOP/CLEAR button to
cancel, and then adjust the setting again.
NOTE
If there is a power interruption, you will need to reset these options.
NOTE
If the clock is set for standard time, the Daylight Savings Time Adjustment function
allows you to change the time easily without needing to reset the clock. Daylight
Saving Time begins for most of the United States at 2 a.m. on the rst Sunday of
April and reverts to Standard time at 2 a.m. on the last Sunday of October.
Filter Reminder
If the Filter Remind function is ON, the microwave will remind you to clean or
replace the grease lter every four months. When it is time to clean or replace the
grease lter, the microwave displays the “Filter” message to remind you to clean
or replace the grease lter. To remove the message, press the number 0 when the
microwave is in standby mode. If you don`t want to receive this message, set the
Filter Remind function off in Options.
Using the stop/clear button
The STOP/CLEAR button allows you to clear instructions you have entered.
It also allows you to pause your microwave oven’s cooking cycle, so that you can
check the food.
• To pause the oven during cooking, press the STOP/CLEAR button once. To
restart, press the START button.
• To stop cooking, erase instructions, and return the oven display to the time of
day, press the STOP/CLEAR button twice.
• To clear instructions you have just entered, press the STOP/CLEAR button
once, and then re-enter the instructions.
• To cancel a timer setting, press the STOP/CLEAR button once.
Using the child lock
The Child Lock function allows you to lock all buttons except Eco Mode so that
the microwave oven cannot be operated by children accidentally. The oven can be
locked at any time.
Activating / Deactivating
If you want to activate or deactivate the
child lock function, press the START button
for 3 seconds. The display will show ‘CHILD
LOCK ON’ or ‘CHILD LOCK OFF’ when
the oven is locked or unlocked, and then
redisplay the time.
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Using the kitchen timer
Your microwave has a built-in timer function - the Kitchen Timer. Use the Kitchen
Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
1. Press the Kitchen Timer button.
2. Use the numeric buttons to set the time
you want the timer to run.
(Max time 99 minutes, 99 seconds.)
3. Press the OK button.
4. The display counts down, and then
beeps when the time has elapsed.
5. To cancel the timer setting : Press the
STOP/CLEAR button once.
Using the microwave +30 sec. feature
This feature offers a convenient way to heat food in set time increments at the
High power level (100 % power).
1. Press the +30 sec button for each
additional 30 seconds you want the
food to be cooked for. (For example,
press the button twice to cook for one
minute.)
2. Press the START button.
NOTE
When the oven is operating, if you press the +30 sec button, the cooking time will
be increased by 30 seconds.
Using the more/less feature
The More or Less feature allows you to adjust the pre-set cooking time. It works
with 1 and 2 stage cooking, regular microwave cooking, and Keep Warm.
Use the More or Less feature only after
cooking has begun.
1. To ADD more time to a cooking
procedure, press the More button ( ).
Each time you press the More button
( ), the cooking time will be increased
by 10 seconds.
2. To REDUCE the time of a cooking
procedure, press the Less button ( ).
Each time you press the Less button
( ), the cooking time will be decreased
by 10 seconds.
Using the eco mode
Eco Mode reduces standby power usage.
When you press the Eco Mode button once,
the display will go out and the microwave
shifts to a mode which minimizes power
usage. To cancel the Eco Mode, press the
Eco Mode button once again, or press any
other button.
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Turntable on/off feature
For best cooking results, leave the turntable
on. However, for large dishes it can be
turned off.
Press the Turntable On/Off button to turn
the turntable on or off.
NOTE
You can use this feature in the following modes: Microwave and Keep Warm
If the turntable does not rotate for an extended period of time, food may burn.
CAUTION
The turntable may become too hot to touch.
Use pot holders to handle the turntable during and after cooking.
Turning on the light
Press the Light button to turn the cooktop
lamp on or off. Press the button once for
high, twice for low, and three times to turn
the cooktop lamp off.
Turning on the vent
The vent fan removes steam and other vapors that result from cooking on the
rangetop below.
Press the Vent button once for boost fan
speed, twice for high fan speed, three times
for medium fan speed, and four times
for low fan speed. Press the Vent button
5 times to turn the fan off.
NOTE
The exhaust fan’s speed will decrease when the oven’s cooking function is
activated.
NOTE
The Vent Fan protects the microwave from excess heat.
It automatically turns on if it senses too much heat. If you have turned the fan on,
you may nd that you cannot turn it off. The fan will automatically turn off when
the internal parts are cool. It may stay on for 30 minutes or more after the cooktop
and microwave controls are turned off.
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Using the keep warm feature
You can keep cooked food warm in your microwave oven for up to 99 minutes and
99 seconds.
1. Press the Keep Warm button.
2. Enter the warm hold time by pressing
the numeric buttons. If you don`t set
the time, your oven will maintain the
Warm Hold function for 99 minutes.
3. Press the START button.
NOTE
• Keep Warm operates for up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
• The Vent Fan protects the microwave from excess heat.
It automatically turns on if it senses the overheating. If you have turned the
fan on, you may nd that you cannot turn it off. The fan will automatically
turn off when the internal parts are cool.
NOTE
• Food that is cooked covered should also be covered during Keep Warm.
• Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should be uncovered during Keep Warm.
• Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate can be covered during Keep
Warm.
Below are the amounts of food we recommend you apply the Keep Warm function
to by Food Type.
Food Type Recommended Quantity
Liquid 1-2 cups
Dry 5-10 oz.
Using the auto defrost button
To thaw frozen foods, enter the weight of the food, and the microwave
automatically sets the defrosting time, power level, and standing time.
Press the START button to start defrosting.
1. Press the Auto Defrost button. The
display shows: ENTER WEIGHT.
2. Press the numeric buttons to directly
enter the weight of the food.
(0.1-6.0 lbs. See the table at the
beginning of the next page.)
3. Press the START button.
4. The oven will beep and the display will
read TURN THE FOOD OVER during the
defrosting process. Open the oven door,
and turn the food over.
If you do not turn the food over when
TURN THE FOOD OVER is displayed, the
microwave will continue until the end
of cooking time.
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Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food.
Food Amount Procedure
Roast Beef,
Pork
2.5-6.0 lbs. Start with the food placed fat side down. After
each stage, turn the food over and shield any
warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil.
Let stand, covered for 10-20 minutes.
Steaks,
Chops, Fish
0.5-3.0 lbs. After each stage, rearrange the food. If there are
any warm or thawed portions of food, shield them
with narrow, at pieces of aluminum foil. Remove
any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let
stand, covered for 5-10 minutes.
Ground
Meat
0.5-3.0 lbs. After each stage, remove any pieces of food that
are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered with foil
for 5-10 minutes.
Whole
Chicken
2.5-6.0 lbs. Before freezing the poultry, remove the giblets.
When you defrost the poultry, start defrosting with
the breast side down. After the rst stage, turn the
chicken over and shield any warm portions with
narrow strips of aluminum foil. After the second
stage, again shield any warm portions with narrow
strips of aluminum foil. Let stand, covered for 3060 minutes in the refrigerator.
Chicken
Pieces
0.5-3.0 lbs. After each stage, rearrange or remove any pieces
of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand for
10-20 minutes.
Using the 1 pound defrost button
To thaw 1.0 lbs of frozen food, press this button, and the microwave automatically
sets the defrosting time, power level, and standing time.
1. Press the 1 Pound Defrost button. The
display shows: 1.0 LB.
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2. Press the START button to start
defrosting.
3. The oven will beep and the display will
read TURN THE FOOD OVER during
the defrosting process. Open the oven
door, and turn the food over. Press the
START button to resume the defrosting
process.
4. If you do not turn the food over when
TURN THE FOOD OVER is displayed,
press the START button to continue the
defrosting process. The microwave will
not continue until you press START.
NOTE
Check the food when you hear the oven signal. After the nal stage, small sections
may still be icy; let them stand to continue the thawing process. The food is not
defrosted until all ice crystals have melted. Shielding roasts and pieces of steak
using small pieces of foil prevents the edges from being cooked before the center
of the food has defrosted. Use narrow, at, smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover
edges and thinner sections of the food.
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Using the sensor cooking buttons
The Sensor Cooking buttons let you cook favorite foods using preset power
levels and times at the touch of a button. If the food is not thoroughly cooked or
reheated when you use the auto cook feature, complete the cooking process by
selecting a power level and cooking the food for an additional amount of time.
1. Put the food on the tray.
2. Press the category button that
corresponds to the food you want to
cook.
3. Select the Cook Number designated for
that food. To select, press the Up/Down
buttons or the appropriate numeric
buttons. For example, to reheat a
casserole, after selecting Reheat, select
1. See the tables on this page and the
following page for details.
4. Press the START button. The microwave
oven will automatically operate for the
preprogrammed time.
Category
Popcorn 1 Popcorn 3.0-3.5 oz.
Potato 1 Potato 1-6
Pizza 1 Pizza 1-4 slices Place 1-4 pizza slices on a
Cook
No.
Food Amount Directions
Cook only one microwave popcorn
1 package
potatoes.
bag at a time. Be careful when
removing the heated bag from
the oven and opening it. Let the
microwave oven cool for at least 5
minutes before using it again.
Pierce each potato several times
with a fork. Place on the turntable
in a spoke-like fashion. After
cooking, let the potatoes stand for
3-5 minutes. Let the microwave
oven cool for at least 5 minutes
before using it again.
microwave-safe plate with the
wide ends of the slices towards
the outside edge of the plate. Do
not let the slices overlap. Do not
cover. Let the microwave oven
cool for at least 5 minutes before
using it again.
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Category
Cook 1 Beverage 8 oz. Use a measuring cup or mug and
Cook
No.
2 Chicken
3 Frozen
4 Frozen
Food Amount Directions
Breasts
Breakfast
Dinner
do not cover. Place the beverage
in the microwave oven. After
heating, stir well. Let the oven
cool for at least 5 minutes before
using it again.
8-24 oz. Place the chicken breasts on a
microwave safe plate and cover
with vented plastic wrap. Cook to
an internal temperature of 170 °F.
Let stand for 5 minutes.
4-8 oz. Follow the package instructions
for covering and letting stand. Use
this button for frozen sandwiches,
breakfast entrees, pancakes,
wafes, etc. Let the microwave
oven cool for at least 5 minutes
before using it again.
8-14 oz. Remove the food from its
wrapping and follow the
instructions on the box for
covering and letting stand. Let the
microwave oven cool for at least 5
minutes before using it again.
Category
Reheat 1 Casserole 1-4
Cook
No.
2 Dinner
3 Pasta 1-4
Food Amount Directions
servings
plate
servings
servings
1-4
Cover the plate with a lid or
vented plastic wrap. If the food is
not as hot as you would like after
using the “Sensor Cooking Reheat”
function, continue heating using
additional time and power. Stir the
food once before serving.
Contents:
Casserole, refrigerated foods.
Use only precooked, refrigerated
foods.
Cover the plate with vented plastic
wrap or waxed paper tucked
under the plate. If the food is not
as hot as you would like after
using the “Sensor Cooking Reheat”
function, continue heating using
additional time and power.
Contents:
3-4 oz. meat, poultry or sh (up
to 6 oz. with bone) ½ cup starch
(potatoes, pasta, rice, etc.) ½ cup
vegetables (about 3-4 oz.)
Cover the plate with a lid or
vented plastic wrap. If the food is
not as hot as you would like after
using the “Sensor Cooking Reheat”
function, continue heating using
additional time and power. Stir the
food once before serving.
Contents:
Pasta: canned spaghetti and ravioli
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Category
Veggies 1 Fresh
Cook
No.
2 Frozen
Food Amount Directions
Vegetables
(Fresh
Veggies)
Vegetables
(Frozen
Veggies)
1-4 cups Place the fresh vegetables in a
microwave-safe ceramic, glass, or
plastic dish and add 2-4 tbs. of
water. Cover with a lid or vented
plastic wrap. Stir before letting
stand. Let the microwave oven
cool for at least 5 minutes before
using it again.
1-4
servings
Place the frozen vegetables in a
microwave-safe ceramic, glass, or
plastic dish and add 2-4 tbs. of
water. Cover with a lid or vented
plastic wrap to cook. Stir before
letting stand for 3-5 minutes. Let
the microwave oven cool for at
least 5 minutes before using it
again.
Using the microwave setting cooking times & power levels
Your microwave oven allows you to set two different cooking stages, each with
its own time length and power level. The power level lets you control the heating
intensity from Warm (1) to High (10).
Power levels
The 10 power levels allow you to choose the optimal power level for your cooking
needs.
No. Power Level Description No. Power Level Description
1 10 Warm 6 60 Simmer
2 20 Low 7 70 Medium high
3 30 Defrost 8 80 Reheat
4 40 Medium low 9 90 Sauté
5 50 Medium 10 100 High
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One-stage cooking
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For simple one-stage cooking, you only need to set the cooking time. The power
level is automatically set to High. If you want to set the power level to any other
level, press OK after entering the cooking time, and then use the numeric buttons
to set the level.
1. Use the numeric buttons to set a
cooking time. You can enter a time
from one second to 99 minutes and 99
seconds.
To select a time greater than one
minute, enter the seconds too. (For
example, to set a cooking time of
20 minutes, enter 2, 0, 0, 0.) If you do
not need to set the power level, just
press the START button. The microwave
will automatically operate at the High
power level. If you want to change the
power level, go to Step 3.
2. If you want to set the power level to
a level other than High, press the OK
button.
3. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons that correspond to the power
level you want to use.
4. Press the START button. If you want to
add to or reduce the cooking time, use
the Up/Down buttons. You can adjust
the cooking time while the microwave
oven is operating.
Multi-stage cooking (maximum of 2 stages)
Your oven allows you to set two different cooking stages, each with its own time
length and power level. The power level lets you control the heating intensity from
Warm to High.
1. Follow steps 1, 2, and 3 from the “One-stage cooking” section.
2. Press the OK button to move to the second stage.
3. Follow steps 1, 2, 3, and 4 from the “One-stage cooking” section.
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Using the t choice button
1
2 3
Fit Choice table
Menu / Item No. / Amount Instructions
1 1 serving
2 2 servings
1 Spinach
3 3 servings
4 4 servings
1 1-2 lbs.
2 Squash
2 2-3 lbs.
1. Press the Fit Choice button.
2. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the menu/item. (Refer
to the Fit Choice table below for a list
of the items.)
3. Press the OK button.
4. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the amount. (Refer
to the Fit Choice table for the serving
size.)
5. Press the START button to begin
cooking.
Wash and clean the spinach. Place the
spinach in a microwave safe bowl. Add
1-4 tablespoons of water (1 Tbsp per
serving). Cover during cooking and stir
afterwards.
Slice the squash in half and remove the
seeds. Place the squash cut side down
in a microwave safe dish and cover
with the plastic wrap. If needed, add a
¼ cup of water.
Menu / Item No. / Amount Instructions
Place 0.5 cups brown rice + 1 cup
1 1 serving
3 Brown rice
2 2 servings
water for 2 servings or 1 cup brown
rice + 2 cups water for 4 servings in a
microwave safe bowl. Stir well before
and uff with a fork afterwards. Let
stand 5 minutes before serving.
1 1 package
4 Oatmeal
2 2 packages
1 1 serving
5 Quinoa
2 2 servings
Follow the package directions
for the recommended amount of
water needed. Stir well before and
afterwards.
Follow the package directions for
the recommended amount of water
needed. When the microwave
beeps, stir well, and then restart the
microwave.
Brush the chicken pieces with oil and
Bone in
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chicken pieces
1 2 servings
2 4 servings
seasonings. Arrange chicken pieces in
dish with meatiest portions toward the
outside edge of dish, and then cover
with wax paper. Place the dish on the
center of the turntable.
Put the llets (cod, pollack, etc.) in a
dish, and then cover with plastic wrap.
Place the dish on the center of the
turntable.
Put the salmon llets in a dish, and
then cover with plastic wrap. Place the
dish on the center of the turntable.
Fresh sh
7
llet
Fresh salmon
8
llet
1 1 serving
2 2 servings
1 1 serving
2 2 servings
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9 Fresh prawns
1 2 servings
2 4 servings
Put the prawns in a dish, and then
cover with plastic wrap. Place the dish
on the center of the turntable.
Using the kids meals button
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2 3
Kids Meals table
Menu / Item No. / Amount Instructions
1 1 serving
Chicken
1
nuggets
(frozen)
2 2 servings
1. Press the Kids Meals button.
2. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the item. (Refer to the
Kids Meals table below for a list of the
items.)
3. Press the OK button.
4. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the amount. (Refer to
the Kids Meals table for the serving
size.)
5. Press the START button to begin
cooking.
Place a paper towel on a plate and
arrange the nuggets in a spokelike fashion on the paper towel.
Do not cover. Let stand for
1 minute after heating.
NOTE
Refer to the package directions for
the serving size and the amount
of food.
Menu / Item No. / Amount Instructions
Place two paper towels on a
microwave-safe plate and arrange
1 1 serving
the French fries on the towels
without letting them overlap.
Blot the fries with additional paper
towels after removing from the
oven.
Let stand for 1 minute.
NOTE
Refer to the directions on the
2
French fries
(frozen)
2 2 servings
packaging for the serving size and
the amount of food.
Place the frozen sandwich in a
Frozen
sandwiches
3
(in crisping
sleeve) 9-oz
package size
1 1 sandwich
2 2 sandwiches
susceptor “crisping sleeve” (which
is in the package) and place on a
microwave-safe plate.
Remove from the “crisping sleeve”.
Let stand for 2 minutes after
heating.
Pierce the hot dogs and place them
on a plate.
1 2 hot dogs
When the oven beeps, add the
buns and restart the oven.
Let stand for 1 minute after
4 Hot dogs
heating.
NOTE
2 4 hot dogs
For the best texture, the buns
should be added to the hot dogs
when the oven beeps.
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Using the snacks button
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1. Press the Snacks button.
2. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the item. (Refer to
the Snacks table below for a list of the
items.)
3. Press the OK button.
4. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the serving size. You
can cook only 1 serving for Nachos.
(Refer to the Snacks table for the
serving size.)
5. Press the START button to begin
cooking.
Snacks table
Menu / Item No. / Amount Instructions
Place the cheese sticks on a plate
in a spoke-like fashion. Do not
cover. Let stand for 1 to 2 minutes
after heating.
Cheese sticks
1
(frozen)
1 5-6 pcs (1 Srv.)
2 7-10 pcs (2 Srvs.)
Use precooked, refrigerated
2
1 5-6 oz. (1 Srv.)
Chicken
wings
2 7-8 oz. (2 Srvs.)
chicken wings.
Place the chicken wings around
the plate in a spoke-like fashion
and cover with wax paper.
Let stand for 1 to 2 minutes.
Place the nachos on a plate
without letting them overlap.
Sprinkle cheese evenly over them.
3 Nachos 1 1 serving
Contents:
2 cups tortilla chips
⅓ cup grated cheese
Cut the cooked potato into 4 even
wedges. Scoop or cut out the
potato esh, leaving about a ¼ in.
of skin. Place the skins in a spokelike fashion around the plate.
Sprinkle with bacon, onions and
cheese. Do not cover.
4 Potato skins
1 1 cooked potato
2 cooked
2
potatoes
Let stand 1 to 2 minutes.
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Using the soften/melt button
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4 5
Soften/Melt table
2 3
1. Press the Soften/Melt button.
2. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the item. (Refer to the
1
Soften/Melt table below for a list of the
items.)
3. Press the OK button.
4. Press the Up/Down buttons or numeric
buttons to select the amount. You can
cook only 1 serving using the Melt
Chocolate, Soften Butter, and Soften
Cream Cheese options. (Refer to the
Soften/Melt table for the serving size.)
5. Press the START button to begin
cooking.
Menu / Item No. / Amount Instructions
Remove the wrapping and cut the
1 1 stick
1 Melt butter
2 2 sticks
butter in half vertically.
Place the butter in a dish and
cover with wax paper.
Stir well after nishing and let
stand for 1-2 minutes.
Place the chocolate chips or
squares in a microwave-safe
2
Melt
chocolate
1 cup chips or
1
1 square
container.
When the oven beeps, stir the
chocolate and restart the oven.
Stir and let stand for 1 minute.
Remove wrapping and cut butter
3 Soften butter 1 1 stick (¼ lbs.)
in half vertically.
Place butter in dish, cover with
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wax paper.
Unwrap the cream cheese and
Soften cream
4
cheese
1 1 package (8 oz.)
place on a microwave-safe
container.
Cut in half vertically. Let stand
for 2 minutes.
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Cookware guide
Cookware guide
Cookware guide
To cook food in your microwave oven, microwaves must be able to penetrate the
food without being reected or absorbed by the cookware holding the food.
Consequently, it is important to choose cookware that both allows microwaves to
penetrate food and is microwave-safe.
The following lists contain various types of cookware and indicate if and how the
cookware should be used in a microwave oven.
Recommended cooking utensils
• Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes — Use for heating or cooking.
• Microwavable plastic wrap — Use to cover. Leave a small opening for steam to
escape and avoid placing it directly on the food.
• Wax paper — Use as a cover to prevent spattering.
• Paper towels and napkins — Use for short-term heating and covering. They
absorb excess moisture and prevent spattering. Do not use recycled paper
towels, which may contain metal and can catch re.
• Paper plates and cups — Use for short-term heating at low temperatures. Do
not use recycled paper, which may contain metal and can catch re.
• Thermometers — Use only those labeled “Microwave Safe” and follow all
directions. Check the food in several places. Conventional thermometers may
be used once the food has been removed from the oven.
Limited use items
• Aluminum foil — Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed
areas. Using too much foil can damage your oven, so be careful.
• Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware — Use these if they are labeled “Microwave
Safe”. If they are not labeled, test them to make sure they can be used safely.
Never use dishes with metallic trim.
• Plastic — Use only if labeled “Microwave Safe”. Other plastics can melt.
• Straw, wicker, and wood — Use only for short-term heating, as they are
ammable.
Not recommended
• Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave
and can shatter.
• Paper bags — These are a re hazard, except for popcorn bags that are
designed for microwave use.
• Styrofoam plates and cups — These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue
on food.
• Plastic storage and food containers — Containers such as margarine tubs can
melt in the microwave.
Testing utensils
If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave-safe or not, you can perform this
test:
1. Fill a 1 cup glass measuring cup with
water and put it inside your oven, next
to the dish you want to test.
2. Set the microwave to 1 minute using
the numeric buttons, and then press the
START button. This will heat the glass
and dish for one minute at High power.
When the microwave stops, the water
should be warm and the dish you are
testing should be cool.
If the dish is warm, then it is absorbing
microwave energy and is not acceptable for
use in the microwave.
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Cooking guide
Microwave energy actually penetrates food and is attracted to and absorbed
by the water, fat, and sugar molecules in the food. 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 techniques
Stirring
Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat
evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more
quickly, so stir from the outside to the center. The oven will turn off when you
open the door to stir your food.
Arrangement
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker,
meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they will receive more
microwave energy. To prevent overcooking, place thin or delicate parts toward the
center of the turntable.
Shielding
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that
need shielding include poultry wing-tips, the ends of poultry legs, and the corners
of square baking dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts
can damage your oven.
Turning
Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy.
This is especially important with large items such as roasts.
Standing
Food cooked in the microwave builds up internal heat and continues to cook for a
few minutes after the oven stops. Let food stand to complete cooking, especially
food such as roasts and whole vegetables. Roasts need this time to complete
cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas. All liquids, such as soup
or hot chocolate, should be shaken or stirred when cooking is complete. Let liquids
stand a moment before serving. When heating baby food, stir well and test the
temperature before serving.
Adding Moisture
Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture
content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly.
Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook.
Venting
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by turning back one
corner so excess steam can escape.
Cooking guide
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Cooking guide
Cooking guide
General cooking recommendations
• Dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to heat than lighter foods. Food
with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to prevent it
from becoming tough.
• Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can affect cooking time.
When trying a new recipe, use the minimum cooking time and check the food
occasionally to prevent overcooking.
• Food with a non-porous skin such as potatoes or hot dogs should be pierced
to prevent bursting.
• Frying with oil or fat is not recommended. Fat and oil can suddenly boil over
and cause severe burns.
• Some ingredients heat faster than others. For example, the jelly inside a jelly
doughnut will be hotter than the dough. Keep this in mind to avoid burns.
• Home canning in the microwave oven is not recommended because all
harmful bacteria may not be destroyed by the microwave heating process.
• Although microwaves do not heat the cookware, the heat from the food is
often transferred to the cookware. Always use pot holders when removing
food from the microwave and instruct children to do the same.
• Making candy in the microwave is not recommended as candy can heat to
very high temperatures. Keep this in mind to avoid injury.
Guide for cooking eggs in your microwave
• Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard-cooked eggs in the shell.
They can explode.
• Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting.
• Cook eggs just until set. They become tough if overcooked.
Guide for cooking vegetables in your microwave
• Vegetables should be washed just before cooking. Often, no extra water is
needed. If you are cooking dense vegetables such as cubed potatoes, carrots,
or green beans, add about ¼ cup water.
• Small vegetables (sliced carrots, peas, lima beans, etc.) will cook faster than
larger ones.
• Whole vegetables, such as potatoes, acorn squash, or corn on the cob, should
be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking. They will cook more
evenly if turned over after half the cooking time.
• Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends
pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center.
• When cooking cut vegetables, always cover the dish with a lid or vented
microwavable plastic wrap.
• Whole, unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes, squash, eggplant, etc., should
have their skin pricked in several spots before cooking to prevent them from
bursting.
• For more even cooking, stir or rearrange whole vegetables halfway through
the cooking time.
• Generally, the denser the food, the longer the standing time. (Standing time
refers to the time necessary for dense, large foods and vegetables to nish
cooking after they come out of the oven.) A baked potato can stand on the
counter for ve minutes before cooking is completed, while a dish of peas can
be served immediately.
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Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven
Keeping your microwave oven clean improves its performance, wards off
unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life.
Cleaning the exterior
It’s best to clean spills on the outside of your microwave oven as they occur. Use a
soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
CAUTION
Do not get water into the vents. Never use abrasive products or chemical
solvents such as ammonia or alcohol as they can damage the appearance of your
microwave.
WARNING
Unplug the microwave plug before cleaning.
Cleaning under your microwave oven
Regularly clean grease and dust from the bottom of your microwave using a
solution of warm water and detergent.
Cleaning the control panel
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large
amounts of soap and water, abrasives, or sharp objects on the panel as it is easily
damaged.
Cleaning the door and door seals
Always ensure that the door seals are clean and that the door closes properly. Take
particular care when cleaning the door seals to ensure that no particles accumulate
and prevent the door from closing correctly. Wash the glass door with very mild
soap and water. Be sure to use a soft cloth to avoid scratching.
NOTE
If steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. Steam
can accumulate when you operate the oven when humidity is high and in no way
indicates microwave leakage.
Cleaning the interior
CAUTION
To avoid injury, ensure that the microwave oven has cooled down before cleaning
it.
CAUTION
Remove the glass tray from the oven when cleaning the oven or tray. To prevent
the tray from breaking, handle it with care and do not put it in water immediately
after cooking. Wash the tray carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher.
Cleaning the turntable and roller rings
Clean the roller rings periodically and wash the turntable as required. The
turntable can be washed safely in your dishwasher.
Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven
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Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven
Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven
Storing and repairing your microwave oven
If you need to store your microwave oven for a short or extended period of time,
choose a dust-free, dry location. Dust and dampness may adversely affect the
functionality of the microwave parts.
WARNING
Do not repair, replace, or service any part of your microwave oven yourself. Allow
only a qualied service technician to perform repairs. If the oven is faulty and
needs servicing, or you are in doubt about its condition, unplug the oven from the
power outlet and contact your nearest service center.
Do not use the oven if the microwave oven is damaged, in particular, if the door or
door seals are damaged or the door does not close properly. This can be caused by
a broken hinge, a worn out seal or distorted/bent casing.
Do not remove the oven from its casing.
This microwave oven is for home use only and is not intended for commercial use.
Replacing the cooktop/night light
When replacing the cooktop/night light, make sure that you are wearing gloves to
avoid injury from the heat of the lamp.
1. Unplug the oven or turn off the power
at the main power supply.
2. Remove the screw from the light cover
and lower the cover.
3. Disconnect the wire connectors.
4. Remove the screw securing the LED
lamp board.
5. Replace the LED lamp board.
Lamp
NOTE
To purchase a new LED lamp board, visit an authorized Samsung service center or
call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
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