Samsung ME73B User Manual

Microwave Oven

Owner’s Instructions & Cooking Guide

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CONTENTS

OVEN

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

Control panel ...........................................................................................3

Accessories .............................................................................................3

Using this instruction booklet ...................................................................4

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Safety information ....................................................................................4

Installing your microwave oven ................................................................11

Setting the time .......................................................................................11

What to do if you are in doubt or have a problem.....................................12

Cooking/Reheating ..................................................................................12

Power levels ............................................................................................13

Stopping the cooking ..............................................................................13

Adjusting the cooking time.......................................................................13

Setting the energy save mode .................................................................13

Using the instant reheat/cook feature.......................................................14

Instant reheat/cook settings .....................................................................14

Using the auto rapid defrost feature ......................................................... 15

Auto rapid defrost settings .......................................................................15

Multistage cooking ..................................................................................16

Cookware guide ......................................................................................17

Cleaning your microwave oven ................................................................18

Technical speciﬁcations ...........................................................................18

1 2 3 4

1. DOOR

2. VENTILATION HOLES

3. LIGHT

4. DISPLAY

5. DOOR LATCHES

7 8 109 116

6. TURNTABLE

7. COUPLER

8. ROLLER RING

9. SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES

10. OPEN DOOR PUSH BUTTON

11. CONTROL PANEL

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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 : The coupler rotates the turntable.

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1. DISPLAY

2. AUTO RAPID DEFROST

FEATURE SELECTION

3. AUTO REHEAT/COOK

SELECTION

4. MICROWAVE MODE BUTTON

5. TIME SETTING BUTTON

6. ENERGY SAVE BUTTON

7. WEIGHT SELECTION

8. CLOCK SETTING

9. +30s BUTTON

10. START BUTTON

11. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON

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

Purpose : The roller ring supports the turntable.

3. Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the

centre ﬁtting to the coupler.

Purpose : The turntable serves as the main

cooking surface; it can be easily removed for cleaning.

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

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USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contain much valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven:

• Safety precautions

• Suitable accessories and cookware

• Useful cooking tips

At the front of the booklet you will ﬁnd illustrations of the oven, and more

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importantly the control panel, so that you can ﬁnd the buttons more easily.

SAFETY INFORMATION

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

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your appliance.

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

Important safety symbols and precautions.

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

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe

WARNING

CAUTION

personal injury or death.

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage.

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your microwave oven, follow these basic safety precaution

Do NOT attempt.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

Follow directions explicitly.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Call the service center for help.

Note

Important

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Severe warning signs for installation

WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

- This may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

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

This appliance must be properly grounded. Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.

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

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

Caution signs for installation

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

Install the appliance while maintaining the proper distance from the wall.

- Failure to do so may result in ﬁre due to overheating.

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

Severe warning signs for electric

WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

Plug the power plug into the wall socket ﬁrmly. Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.

- This may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

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

- This may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

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

- Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.

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

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

Caution signs for electric

CAUTION

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

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

Severe warning signs for using

WARNING

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

- Do not use a ventilating fan.

- A spark may result in an explosion or ﬁre.

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

- Failure to do so may result in burns.

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

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

Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container; To prevent this situation ALWAYS allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off so that the temperature can equalize. Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating. In the event of scalding, follow these FIRST AID instructions:

- Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at least 10 minutes.

- Cover with a clean, dry dressing.

- Do not apply any creams, oils or lotions.

- Contact a doctor

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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