Samsung ME89F-1B User Manual

Microwave oven

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Owner’s instructions

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CONTENTS OVEN

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

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

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

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

Important safety information

Legend for symbols and icons ........................................................................4

Precaution to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy. .........5

Important safety instructions ........................................................................... 5

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Installing your microwave oven .......................................................................9

Setting the time ..............................................................................................9

What to do if you are in doubt or have a problem............................................ 10

Cooking/reheating .......................................................................................... 10

Power levels ................................................................................................... 11

Adjusting the cooking time.............................................................................. 11

Stopping the cooking ..................................................................................... 11

Setting the energy save mode ........................................................................11

Using the auto reheat feature .......................................................................... 12

Auto reheat settings ........................................................................................ 12

Using the auto power defrost feature .............................................................. 13

Auto power defrost settings ............................................................................ 13

Using the sensor cook feature ........................................................................ 14

Sensor cook settings ...................................................................................... 14

Using the power steam function .....................................................................16

Power steam settings ..................................................................................... 16

Using the deodorization feature ......................................................................17

Using the memory feature ............................................................................... 18

Switching the beeper off ................................................................................. 18

Using the child lock feature ............................................................................. 18

Cookware guide ............................................................................................. 19

Cleaning your microwave oven ....................................................................... 20

Storing and repairing your microwave oven..................................................... 20

Installation & wiring instructions ......................................................................20

Wiring instructions .......................................................................................... 21

Cooking instructions on food packaging .........................................................21

Cooking instructions ....................................................................................... 22

Technical speciﬁcations .................................................................................. 22

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1 2

5 6

1. DOOR HANDLE

2. VENTILATION HOLES

3. LIGHT

4. DISPLAY

5. DOOR LATCHES

6. DOOR

8 9 10 117

7. TURNTABLE

8. COUPLER

9. ROLLER RING

10. SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES

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.

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

Purpose : The roller ring supports the turntable.

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1. DISPLAY

2. AUTO POWER DEFROST

BUTTON

3. POWER STEAM SELECTION

4. POWER LEVEL SETTING

5. DEODORIZATION BUTTON

6. UP (

) / DOWN ( ) BUTTON (Cook time, weight and serving size)

7. STOP / ENERGY SAVE

BUTTON

8. CLOCK SETTING

9. AUTO REHEAT SELECTION

10. MEMORY BUTTON

11. SENSOR COOK MODE

SELECTION

12. CHILD LOCK SELECTION

13. START BUTTON

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.

4. Power steam cooker, see page 18-19.

Purpose : Use the plastic steam cooker when

using power steam function.

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 valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven:

• Safety precautions

• Suitable accessories and cookware

• Useful cooking tips

• Cooking tips

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Before using the oven, conﬁrm that the following instructions are followed.

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual. 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 centre or ﬁnd help and information online at www. samsung.com.

• This microwave oven is supposed for heating food. It is intended for domestic home-use only. Do not heat any type of textiles or cushions ﬁlled with grains, which could cause burns and ﬁre. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use of the appliance.

• Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possible result in a hazardous situation.

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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.

Warning; Fire hazard Warning; Hot surface

Warning; Electricity Warning; Explosive material

Do NOT attempt. Follow directions explicitly.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

Call the service center for help.

Important

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

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PRECAUTION 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 wiping after use ﬁrst with a damp cloth and then with a soft dry cloth.

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 (bent) (2) Door hinges (broken or loose) (3) door seals and sealing surfaces

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than

a properly qualiﬁed microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.

This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The deﬁnition of group 2 which contains all ISM equipment in which radio-frequency energy is intentionally generated and/or used in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the treatment of material, and EDM and arc welding equipment. For Class B equipment is equipment suitable for use in domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Make sure that these safety precautions are obeyed at all times.

WARNING

Only qualiﬁed staff should be allowed to modify or repair the microwave oven.

Do not heat liquids and other food in sealed containers.

For your safety, do not use high-pressure water cleaners or steam jet cleaners.

Do not install this appliance; near heater, inﬂammable material; in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water or where gas may leak; on un level ground.

This appliance must be properly grounded in accordance with local and national codes.

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.

Do not pull or excessively bend or place heavy objecton the power cord.

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 power plug with wet hands.

Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in progress.

Do not insert ﬁngers or foreign substances, If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service centre.

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Do not apply excessive pressure or impact to the appliance.

Do not place the oven over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object. (Counter top model only)

Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, steam cleaner or high pressure cleaner to clean the appliance.

Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the product speciﬁcations.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket ﬁrmly. Do not use a multiple plug adapter, an extension cord or an electric transformer.

Do not hook the power cord on a metal object, insert the power cord between the objects or behind the oven.

Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket. When the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service centre.

Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remotecontrol system.

Do not pour or directly spray water onto the oven.

Do not place objects on the oven, inside or on the door of the oven.

Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the oven.

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

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

Do not store ﬂammable materials in the oven. Take special care when heating dishes or drinks that contain alcohol as alcohol vapours may contact a hot part of the oven.

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. (Counter top model only)

WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.

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.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

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

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

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

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

WARNING: 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.

During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

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;

The 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.

This oven should be positioned proper direction and height permitting easy access to cavity and control area.

Before using the your oven ﬁrst time, oven should be operated with the water during 10 minute and then used.

This microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is accessible. If the oven generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke is emitted, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service center.

during cleaning conditions the surfaces may get hotter than usual and children should be kept away (Cleaning function model only)

Excess spillage must be removed before cleaning and utensils which state in cleaning manual can be left in the oven during cleaning. (Cleaning function model only)

Appliance should allow to disconnection of the appliance from the supply after installation. The disconnection may be achieved by having the plug accessible or by incorporating a switch in the ﬁxed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules. (Built-in model only.)

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CAUTION

Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens; DO NOT use any metallic containers, Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings, Skewers, forks, etc. Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags. Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.

When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition;

Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or clothes.

Use shorter times for smaller amounts of food to prevent overheating and burning food.

If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stiﬂe any ﬂames;

The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed;

Do not immerse the power cable or power plug in water and keep the power cable away from heat.

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; Also do not heat airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers, nuts inshells, tomatoes etc.

Do not cover the ventilation slots with cloth or paper. They may catch ﬁre as hot air escapes from the oven. The oven may also overheat and switch itself off automatically, and will remain off until it cools sufﬁciently.

Always use oven mitts when removing a dish from the oven to avoid unintentional burns.

Do not touch heating elements or interior oven walls until the oven has cooled down.

Stir liquids halfway during heating or after heating ends and allow the liquid stand at least 20 seconds after heating to prevent eruptive boiling.

Stand at arms length from the oven when opening the door to avoid getting scalded by escaping hot air or steam.

Do not operate the microwave oven when it is empty. The microwave oven will automatically shut down for 30 minutes for safety purposes. We recommend placing a glass of water inside the oven at all times to absorb microwave energy in case the microwave oven is started accidentally.

Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

Install the oven in compliance with the clearances stated in this manual (see Installing Your Microwave Oven)

Take care when connecting other electrical appliances to sockets near the oven.

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