Samsung MW86N-SX User Manual

Microwave oven

The data concerning cooking and baking are informative. The product is for household use. Guarantee commitments are ceased if the appliance is used on purposes other than household e.g. on industry, catering trade or trade activities.

Owner’s instructions

MW86N

imagine the possibilities

Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. Please register your product at

www.samsung.com/global/register

CONTENTS OVEN

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

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

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

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

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

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

ENGLISH

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

Using the deodorization feature ...............................................................13

Using the auto reheat feature ...................................................................14

Auto reheat settings .................................................................................14

Using the auto cook feature .....................................................................15

Auto cook settings ...................................................................................15

Using the cafeteria feature .......................................................................16

Cafeteria settings .....................................................................................16

Using the auto rapid defrost feature .........................................................17

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

Technical speciﬁcations ...........................................................................21

1 2

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

ENGLISH

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.

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.

1. DISPLAY

2. AUTO RAPID DEFROST

BUTTON

3. AUTO COOK SELECTION

4. POWER LEVEL SETTING

5. DEODORIZATION BUTTON

6. UP ( ) / DOWN ( ) BUTTON

(Cook time, weight and serving size)

7. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON

8. CLOCK SETTING

9. AUTO REHEAT SELECTION

10. MEMORY BUTTON

11. CAFETERIA SELECTION

12. CHILD LOCK SELECTION

13. START BUTTON

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

ENGLISH

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

ENGLISH

WARNING

Severe warning signs for installation

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.

WARNING

Severe warning signs for electric

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.

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.

ENGLISH

- 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.

WARNING

Severe warning signs for using

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, heater 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. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid

touching heating elements inside the oven. When moving heating elements, make sure to use the equipment

designed to move heating element while wearing safety gloves provided with the product, and see if temperature drops sufﬁciently (at least 10 minutes after grill or combination cooking operation) after operation.

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.

ENGLISH

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.

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 an

operation is in progress.

- 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, as packaging materials can be dangerous to children.

- If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation.

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.

- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, burns or injury.

Never use this appliance for purposes other than cooking.

- Failure to do so may result in ﬁre.

Open sealed containers (baby bottles, milk bottles, etc.) and make a hole in food items such as shells or nuts (eggs, chestnuts, etc) with a knife, before cooking them.

- Failure to do so may result in burns or injury due to the item bursting.

Do not touch the inside of the appliance immediately after cooking, because the inside of the appliance is hot after being heated for a long time or heating a small amount of food.

- Failure to do so may result in burns. Do not use aluminium foil, metal objects (such as containers, forks, etc.)

or containers with golden or silver trims.

- This may result in sparks or ﬁre. Do not over-heat food.

- This may result in ﬁre. Do not heat food wrapped in paper such as magazines or newspaper.

- This may result in ﬁre. Do not use or place inﬂammable sprays or objects near the oven.

- This may result in ﬁre or an explosion. Do not open the door when the food in the cooking compartment is

burning.

- If you open the door, an inﬂow of oxygen occurs and this may result in ﬁre.

Do not insert ﬁngers, foreign substances or metal objects such as pins or needles into the inlet, outlet and holes. If foreign substances are inserted into any of these holes, unplug the power plug from the wall socket and contact your product provider or nearest service centre.

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

NEVER ﬁll the container to the top and choose a container that is wider at the top than at the bottom to prevent the liquid from boiling over. Bottles with narrow necks may also explode if overheated.

NEVER heat a babys bottle with the teat on, as the bottle may explode if overheated.

DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls until the oven be cooled down.

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

Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug. DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty. The power will

be cut off automatically for safety. You can operate normally after letting it stand for over 30 minutes. It is best to leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times. The water will absorb the microwaves energy if the oven accidently started.

ENGLISH

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 : Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed

containers since they are liable to explode.

If the appliance is ﬂooded cut the power immediately and please contact your nearest service centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or ﬁre. If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke,

unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or ﬁre. Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.

- Since a high voltage current enters the product chassis, it may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

- You may be exposed to electromagnetic waves.

- When repairing the appliance is required, contact your nearest service centre.

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.

If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or ﬁre. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the

door closed in order to stiﬂe any ﬂames;

Caution signs for using

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;

Small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating time. If normal times are allowed they may overheat and burn.

You may notice a Clicking sound during operation (especially when the oven is defrosting). Reason : This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing.

Young children should NEVER be allowed to use or play with the microwave oven. Nor should they be left unattended near the microwave oven when it is in use. Items of interest to children should not be stored or hidden just above the oven.

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

+ 16 hidden pages