Samsung MS11K3000AS/AA User Manual
Microwave Oven
User manual
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Contents
Important safety instructions 3
Contents
Installation 10
Accessories 10
Installation site 10
Turntable 10
Maintenance 11
Cleaning 11
Replacement (repair) 11
Care against an extended period of disuse 11
Important 20
Using the healthy cooking features 20
Using the defrost features 22
Using the deodorization features 23
Using the child lock features 23
Switching the beeper off 23
Demonstration mode 23
Cooking smart 24
Microwave cooking guide 24
Reheating guide 25
Defrosting guide 26
Quick & Easy 27
Quick look-up guide 12
Cookware guide 28
Oven features 12
Oven 12
Control panel 13
Troubleshooting 29
Troubleshooting 29
Information code 32
Oven use 13
How a microwave oven works 13
Checking that your oven is operating correctly 14
Cooking/Reheating 14
Setting the time 15
Power levels and time variations 15
Adjusting the cooking time 16
Stopping the cooking 16
Setting the energy save mode 16
Using the auto cook features 17
Using the sensor cook features 18
Auto sensor cooking instructions 19
Utensils & Cover for sensor cooking 19
Technical specification 32
Warranty 33
Samsung microwave oven 33
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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 benefits 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Important safety instructions
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.
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
qualified service personnel.
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CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, 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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Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION
65 WARNING US ONLY
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, fire, personal injury or exposure to
excessive microwave energy:
1. Read all safety instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “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
specifically 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 fingers 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 qualified 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 edge of 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 fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend 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 fire 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 in microwave
/ toaster oven as they may create a fire of electric shock.
20. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Piece can burn off the pad and touch
electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
21. Do not use paper products when appliance is operated 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 racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will
cause overheating of the oven.
WARNING
Important safety instructions
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
- Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove the third (grounding)
prong. Do not use an adaptor or otherwise defeat the grounding plug.
- Consult a qualified 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 qualified 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.
CAUTION
1. Over The Range model Only
- Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on the hood of the filter.
- When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
- Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such
as lye-based oven cleaner, may damage the filter.
2. Push Button type model Only
- Pre-caution for safe use to avoid possible exposure to excessive micro oven
energy : Do not attempt to pull any part of the door by hand to open the
door. Open the door only utilizing the push button located at front-rightbottom side.
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
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 flicker and the speed of the blower
may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer too.
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.
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CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified
technician or service company.
- Failing to have a qualified technician install the oven may result in
electric shock, fire, 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 fire.
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 fire.
- Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fire.
- Ensure that the voltage, frequency and current provided match the
product’s specifications. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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 specific
“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, 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 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 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.
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 fire.
Do not pull the power cord when you unplug the oven.
- Unplug the oven by pulling the plug only.
- Faili ng to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
When the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest
service center for a replacement or repair.
INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
Position the oven so that the plug is easily accessible.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire 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 fire.
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CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS
If the microwave appliance is flooded, please contact your nearest service
center. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Mic rowave 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 service center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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 fire.
Take care that the door or any of the other parts do not come into contact
with your body while cooking or just after cooking.
- Failing to do so may result in burns.
In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the oven, smother
the flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a
lid, a cookie sheet, or a flat tray.
Never leave surface units beneath your 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 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 fire may spread.
- Always observe Safety Precautions when using your 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 fire.
- You may be exposed to electromagnetic waves.
- When the oven requires repair, contact your nearest service center.
If any foreign substance such as water enters the microwave, unplug it and
contact your nearest service center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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 fire.
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 the oven can cause burns.
Do not put aluminum foil (except as specifically 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 fire.
Do not use or place flammable sprays or objects near the oven.
- Heat from the microwave can cause flammable 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 the oven outdoors.
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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 the 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, fire, 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,
fire 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.
Do not put your face or body close to the appliance while 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 opening 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 floor. 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 the 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 fire.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall
socket and remove food waste from the door and cooking compartment.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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 the oven clean. Food particles or spattered oils stuck to the
oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven.
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INSTALLING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Place the oven on a flat level surface 85 cm above the floor. The surface should be
strong enough to safety bear the weight of the oven.
20 cm
above
85 cm of the
floor
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. For your
personal safety, plug the cable into a proper AC earthed socket.
Do not install the microwave oven in hot or damp surroundings like next to a
traditional oven or radiator. The power supply specifications of the oven must
be respected and any extension cable used must be of the same standard as the
power cable supplied with the oven. Wipe the interior and the door seal with a
damp cloth before using your microwave oven for the first time.
10 cm
behind
10 cm on
the side
NOT FOR BUILT-IN INSTALLATION
1. When you install your oven, make
sure there is adequate ventilation for
your oven by leaving at least 10 cm
(4 inches) of space behind and, on the
sides of the oven and 20 cm (8 inches)
of space above.
2. Remove all packing materials inside
the oven.
3. Install the roller ring and turntable.
Check that the turntable rotates freely.
(Turntable type model only)
4. This microwave oven has to be
positioned so that plug is accessible.
STORING AND REPAIRING YOUR
Important safety instructions
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
microwave parts.
• Do not repair, replace or service any part of your microwave oven
yourself. Allow only a qualified 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 it is damaged, in particular, if the door or door
seals are damaged. Door damage includes 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.
CLEANING THE TURNTABLE AND
ROLLER RINGS
Clean the roller rings periodically and wash the turntable as required.
You can wash the turntable safely in your dishwasher.
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Installation
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 fitting to the
coupler.
Purpose: The turntable serves as the
main cooking surface; it
can be easily removed for
cleaning.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and turntable.
IMPORTANT
If you need an accessory marked with a *, you can buy it from the Samsung
Contact Center (1-800-726-7864) or on-line at: (www.samsungparts.com)
Installation site
20 cm
above
85 cm of the
floor
Turntable
10 cm
behind
10 cm on
the side
• Select a flat, level surface approx. 85
cm above the floor. 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.
• Conform to the power supply
specifications of this oven. Use only
approved extension cables if you need
to use.
• Wipe the interior and the door seal
with a damp cloth before using your
oven for the first time.
Remove all packing materials inside the
oven. Install the roller ring and turntable.
Check that the turntable rotates freely.
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Maintenance
A
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, first 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.
To clean inside swing-heater models
To clean the upper area of the cooking
chamber, lower the top heating element by
45° (A) as shown. This will help clean the
upper area. When done, reposition the top
heating element.
CAUTION
• 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.
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
qualified technician or a local Samsung service centre for technical assistance.
• If you want to replace the light bulb, contact a local Samsung service centre.
Do not replace it yourself.
• If you encounter a problem with the outer housing of the oven, first unplug
the power cord from the power source, and then contact a local Samsung
service centre.
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.
Maintenance
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