Samsung MG28J5215AS User Manual

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Microwave Oven

User manual

MG28J5215**

Please be advised that the Samsung warranty does NOT cover service calls to explain product operation, correct improper installation, or perform normal cleaning or maintenance.

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Contents

Using this user manual 4

Safety instructions 5

Installation 14

Accessories 14 Installation site 16 Turntable 16

Maintenance 17

Cleaning 17 Replacement (repair) 19 Care against an extended period of disuse 19

Quick look-up guide 20

Oven features 21

Oven 21 Control panel 22

Oven use 23

How a microwave oven works 23 Checking that your oven is operating correctly 24 Cooking/Reheating 25 Setting the time 26 Power levels and time variations 27 Adjusting the cooking time 27 Stopping the cooking 28 Setting the energy save mode 28 Using the healthy cooking features 29 Using the my plate features 33 Using the power defrost features 34 Using the warming mode features 36 Grilling 40 Combining microwaves and grill 41 Using the deodorisation features 42 Using the child lock features 42 Using the turntable on/off features 43 Switching the beeper off 43

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Contents

Cookware guide 44

Cooking guide 46

Troubleshooting and information code 60

Troubleshooting 60 Information code 65

Technical specications 66

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Using this user manual

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

• Safety precautions

• Suitable accessories and cookware

• Useful cooking tips

• Cooking tips

The following symbols are used in this User Manual:

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.

NOTE

Useful tips, recommendations, or information that helps users manipulate the product.

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Safety instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAKE SURE THAT THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OBEYED AT ALL TIMES.

BEFORE USING THE OVEN, CONFIRM THAT THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED.

Microwave function only

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.

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

This appliance is intended to be used in household only and it is not intended to be used such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working environments;

• farm houses;

• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments;

• bed and breakfast type environments.

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.

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WARNING: 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 unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.

Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

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

The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or re.

If smoke is emitted (observed), switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stie any ames.

WARNING: Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.

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.

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.

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

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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 possibly result in a hazardous situation.

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

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.

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

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

The appliance should not be cleaned with a water jet.

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

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

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.

The microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is accessible.

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

Oven function only - Optional

WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.

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

WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.

A steam cleaner is not to be used.

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

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.

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.

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

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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.

The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.

The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating.

Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

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

General safety

WARNING

Only qualied staff should be allowed to modify or repair the appliance.

Do not heat liquids and other food in sealed containers for microwave function.

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

Do not install this appliance; near heater, inammable 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.

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

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

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.

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 specications.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket rmly. 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.

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.

Do not store ammable 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.

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.

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.

Do not put the tray or rack in water shortly after cooking because it may cause breakage or damage of the tray or rack.

Do not operate the microwave oven for deep fat frying because the oil temperature cannot

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be controlled. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid.

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.

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.

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 re as hot air escapes from the oven. The oven may also overheat and switch itself off automatically, and will remain off until it cools sufciently.

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

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.

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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Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy. (Microwave function only)

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 rst with a damp cloth and then with a soft dry cloth.

C. Do NOT operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by a qualied

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 qualied

microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.

Samsung will charge a repair fee for replacing an accessory or repairing a cosmetic defect if the damage to the unit and/or damage to or loss of the accessory was caused by the customer. Items this stipulation covers include:

A. A dented, scratched, or broken door, handle, out-panel, or control panel. B. A broken or missing tray, guide roller, coupler, or wire rack.

• 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 nd 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 lled with grains, which could cause burns and re. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use of the appliance.

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• 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.

Product group definition

This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The denition 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.

Protection de l’environnement

Prenez soin de déposer l’emballage de votre appareil dans un centre de recyclage de type

point vert.

Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)

This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government ofce, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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Installation

Accessories

Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways.

01 Roller ring, to be placed in the

centre of the oven.

Purpose: The roller ring

supports the turntable.

02 Turntable, to be placed on

the roller ring with the centre tting to the coupler.

Purpose: The turntable serves

as the main cooking surface; it can be easily removed for cleaning.

03 Grill rack, to be placed on the

turntable.

Purpose: The metal rack can

be used in grill and combination cooking.

04 Plate warming bowl see page

36 to 39.

Purpose: The plate warming

bowl when using the plate warming function in warming mode.

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IMPORTANT

DO NOT operate the microwave

oven without the roller ring and turntable.

DO NOT operate the Microwave, Grill and Combi mode with plate

warming bowl. Only use for plate warming function in Warming mode.

MW /

Operation

Warming

GRILL

Mode

COMBI

Plate

warming

O X

bowl

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Installation site

20 cm above

85 cm of the oor

10 cm

behind

10 cm on

the side

• Conform to the power supply specications of this oven. Use only approved extension cables if you need to use.

• Select a at, level surface approx. 85 cm above the oor. The surface must support the weight of the oven.

• Secure room for ventilation, at least 10 cm from the rear wall and both sides, and 20 cm from above.

• Do not install the oven in hot or damp surroundings, such as next to other microwave ovens or radiators.

• Wipe the interior and the door seal with a damp cloth before using your oven for the rst time.

Turntable

Remove all packing materials inside the oven. Install the roller ring and turntable. Check that the turntable rotates freely.

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Maintenance

Cleaning

Clean the oven regularly to prevent impurities from building up on or inside the oven. Also pay special attention to the door, door sealing, and turntable and roller ring (applicable models only).

If the door won’t open or close smoothly, rst check if the door seals have built up impurities. Use a soft cloth in soapy water to clean both the inner and outer sides of the oven. Rinse and dry well.

To remove stubborn impurities with bad smells from inside the oven

1. With an empty oven, put a cup

of diluted lemon juice on the centre of the turntable.

2. Heat the oven for 10 minutes at

max power.

3. When the cycle is complete,

wait until the oven cools down. Then, open the door and clean the cooking chamber.

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Maintenance

To clean inside swing-heater models

To clean the upper area of the cooking chamber, lower the top heating element by 45° as shown. This will help clean the upper area. When done, reposition the top heating element.

• Keep the door and door sealing clean and ensure the door opens and closes smoothly. Otherwise, the oven’s lifecycle may be shortened.

• Take caution not to spill water into the oven vents.

• Do not use any abrasive or chemical substances for cleaning.

• After each use of the oven, use a mild detergent to clean the cooking chamber after waiting for the oven to cool down.

CAUTION

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Replacement (repair)

WARNING

This oven has no user-removable parts inside. Do not try to replace or repair the oven yourself.

• If you encounter a problem with hinges, sealing, and/or the door, contact a qualied technician or a local Samsung service centre for technical assistance.

• If you encounter a problem with the outer housing of the oven, rst unplug the power cord from the power source, and then contact a local Samsung service centre.

• If you want to replace the light bulb, contact a local Samsung service centre. Do not replace it yourself.

Care against an extended period of disuse

• If you don’t use the oven for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord and move the oven to a dry, dust-free location. Dust and moisture that builds up inside the oven may affect the performance of the oven.

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Quick look-up guide

If you want to cook some food.

Place the food in the oven. Press the

START/+30s button.

Result: Cooking starts. When it has

finished.

1) The oven beeps 4 times.

2) The end reminder signal will

beep 3 times (once every minute).

3) The current time is displayed again.

If you want to add an extra 30seconds.

1. Press the START/+30s button one or more

times for each extra 30seconds that you wish to add.

2. By turning the Dial Knob, You can set the

time as you want.

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