Samsung AMW83E User Manual
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1. Microwave Oven user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com global register ELP safety A 4 WARNING NOTE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful exposure to microwave energy A 2 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 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 Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been 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 door seals and sealing surfaces 2 Door hinges broken or loose 3 Power cable The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY2. Wash the door window with very mild soap and water Be sure to use a soft cloth to avoid scratching If steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door wipe with a soft cloth Steam can accumulate when operating the oven in high humidity and in no way indicates microwave leakage Never operate the oven without food in it this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray You may wish to leave a cup of water in the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on appendix _29 XIGNAddV SPECIFICATIONS Model Number AMW83E Oven Cavity 0 8 cu ft Controls 10 power levels including defrost Timer 99 minutes 99 seconds Power Source 220 VAC 60 Hz Output Power 800 Watts IEC 705 Power Consumption 1200 Watts Outside Dimensions 489mm W X 275mm H X 365mm D Oven Cavity Dimensions 3803mm W X 211mm H X 329MM D Net Gross Weight 12 5 14Kg 30 appendix MEMO ian ELECTRONICS QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT 1 800 10 SAMSUNG 726 7864 PHILIPPINES 1 800 3 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com ph 02 5805777 Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Printed in malaysia Code No DE68 03676A
3. Neither the oven s display nor the oven operate Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch make sure the wall switch is turned on Remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds then plug it in again Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse Plug another appliance into the outlet if the other appliance doesn t work have a qualified electrician repair the outlet e Plug the oven into a different outlet The oven s display works but the power won t come on Make sure the door is closed securely Check to see if packing material or other material is stuck to the door seal Check for door damage Press Cancel twice and re enter all cooking instructions The power goes off before the set time has elapsed e f there has not been a power outage remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds then plug it in again If there was a power outage the time indicator will display HH 4H Reset the clock and any cooking instructions e Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse The food is cooking too slowly e Make sure the oven is on its own 12 amp circuit line Operating another appliance on the same circuit can cause a voltage drop If necessary move the oven to its own circuit You see sparks or arcing e Remove any metallic utensils cookware or metal ties If using foil use only narrow strios and allow at least one inch bet
4. AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven please check that the following safety precautions are taken 1 DO NOT use any metallic cookware in the microwave oven e Metallic containers e Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings e Skewers forks etc Reason Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven DO NOT heat e Airtight or vacuum sealed bottles jars containers Ex Baby food jars e Airtight food Ex Eggs nuts in shells tomatoes Reason The increase in pressure may cause them to explode Tip Remove lids and pierce skins bags etc DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty Reason The oven walls may be damaged Tip Leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times The water will absorb the microwaves if you accidentally set the oven going when it is empty DO NOT cover the rear ventilation slots with cloths or paper Reason The cloths or paper may catch fire as hot air is evacuated from the oven ALWAYS use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven Reason Some dishes absorb microwaves and heat is always transferred from the food to the dish The dishes are therefore hot DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls Reason These walls may be hot enough to burn even after cooking has finished even though they do not appear to be so Do not allow inflammable materials to come into contact with any interior area of the oven L
5. fish on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish e Use a tight cover to steam fish A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming e Do not overcook fish check it at minimum cooking time Food Cook Time Power Level Directions 8 o Steaks Cooking Time Arrange steaks on roasting rack with meaty portions a 6 10 min lbs towards the outside of rack Cover with wax paper Turn D Up to 1 5 lbs Power Level Medium High 7 over and rearrange when cooking time is half up Cook 5 until fish flakes easily with a fork Let stand 3 5 min o po Fillets Cooking Time Arrange fillets in a baking dish turning any thin pieces S 3 7 min lbs under Cover with wax paper If over 72 inch thick turn Up to 1 5 lbs Power Level Medium High 7 over and rearrange when cooking time is half up Cook 2 n until fish flakes easily with a fork Let stand 2 3 min Shrimp Cooking Time Arrange shrimp in a baking dish without overlapping 3 5 72 min Ibs or layering Cover with wax paper Cook until firm and Up to 1 5 lbs Power Level Medium High 7 opaque stirring 2 or 3 times Let stand 5 min Guide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard cooked eggs in the shell they can explode Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting Cook eggs just until set they become tough if overcooked Guide for Cooking Vegetables in Your Micr
6. qualified person in order to avoid a hazard 6G 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 your new microwave oven 7 N3AO 3AYMOHOIN MAN YNOA CHECKING PARTS Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here If any part is missing or broken call your dealer microwave oven roller guide ring glass tray WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION To help us better serve you please complete the enclosed registration card and promptly return it by mail If the registration card is missing you can call Samsung Hotline at the following numbers 1 800 10 SAMSUNG 726 7864 for PLDT 1 800 3 SAMSUNG 726 7864 for Digitel 02 5805777 for Globe or register on line at www samsung com ph When contacting Samsung please provide the specific model and serial number information which is usually located on the back or bottom of the product Please record these numbers below along with the other requested information Keep this information in a safe place as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in case of theft or loss and a copy of your sales rece
7. your oven Remove all metal before cooking TESTING UTENSILS If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave safe or not you can perform this test 1 Fill a 1 cup glass measuring cup with water and put it inside your oven next to the dish you want to test 2 Press the One Minute button once to heat them for one minute at High power The water should be warm and the dish you are testing should be cool If the dish is warm then it is absorbing microwave energy and is not acceptable for use in the microwave 18_ cooking Instructions COOKING TECHNIQUES Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly so stir from the outside to the center The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods such as chicken pieces or chops with the thicker meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy To prevent overcooking place thin or delicate parts toward the center of the turntable Shielding Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking Areas that need shielding include poultry wing tips the ends of poultry legs and corners of square baking dishes Use only small amounts of aluminum foil Larger amounts can damage your oven Turning Turn foods over midway
8. 4 Add broccoli and pasta mix well Cover with lid Cook at High for 4 to 6 minutes until heated through stirring once Stir before serving Makes 6 servings 24_ cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad 2 lbs small red potatoes cut into 72 inch pieces 4 slices bacon uncooked cut into 12 inch pieces 74 cup chopped onion 2 tsp sugar 1 tsp salt 1 tsp flour Ya tsp celery seed 1 tsp pepper 2 Tbs apple cider vinegar 1 Ina 2 quart casserole combine potatoes and cup water Cover with lid Cook at High until potatoes are tender 7 10 min stir twice Drain and set aside to cool slightly SNOILONYLSNI ONINOOO 2 In a medium bowl cook bacon at High until crisp 272 375 min stir once Place bacon on a paper towel Reserve 1 Tbs drippings 3 Combine drippings and onion Cover with plastic wrap turn back a corner to vent steam Cook at High until tender 175 272 min stir once 4 Stir in sugar salt flour celery seed and pepper Cook at High until mixture boils 30 40 sec Stir in vinegar and 72 cup water Cook at High until liquid boils and thickens slightly 1 2 min stir once Add bacon to dressing Pour dressing over potatoes Stir well Makes 6 servings Black Bean Soup 1 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic minced 2 cans 15 oz each black beans drained 1 can 14 16 oz stewed tomatoes chopped 1 can 13 75 14 5 oz chicken broth 1 can 7 8 5 oz corn 1 can 4 oz cho
9. Paper bags or newspaper e Recycled paper or metal trims x XA may cause the polystyrene to melt May catch fire May cause arcing Glassware e Oven to table ware WA Can be used unless decorated with a metal trim e Fine glassware pA Can be used to warm foods or liquids Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly e Glass jars pA Must remove the lid Suitable for warming only Metal e Dishes May cause arcing or fire e Freezer bag twist ties lt lt 26_ cookware guide Cookware Microwave Comments Safe Paper e Plates cups napkins and V For short cooking times and warming Also Kitchen paper to absorb excess moisture e Recycled paper X May cause arcing Plastic e Containers S Particularly if heat resistant thermoplastic Some other plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures Do not use Melamine plastic e Cling film S Can be used to retain moisture Should not touch the food Take care when removing the film as hot steam will escape e Freezer bags WA x Only if boilable or oven proof Should not be airtight Prick with a fork if necessary Wax or grease proof paper WA Can be used to retain moisture and prevent spattering UY Recommended V X Use Caution X Unsafe cookware guide _27 AqINS 3YYMX000 appendix TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Before you call a repair person for your oven check this list of possible problems and solutions
10. Use a microwave safe mug of room temperature 1 cup coffee tea instant soup etc 2 cups Stir before serving Dressing 3 0Z Measure liquid pour into microwave safe container operation _13 NOILY 3d0 USING THE ONE MINUTE BUTTON This button offers a convenient way to heat food in one minute increments at the High power level 1 Press the One Minute button once for each minute you wish to cook the food For example press it twice for two minutes The time will display and the oven starts automatically Add minutes to a program in progress by pressing the One Minute button for each minute you want to add DEFROSTING AUTOMATICALLY To thaw frozen food set the weight of the food and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time power level and standing time 1 Press the Auto Defrost button The display shows 0 5 lbs 0 2Kg if you have set your oven for metric measure To set the weight of your food press the Auto Defrost button repeatedly This increases the weight by 0 5 Ib increments up to 6 0 Ibs The Auto Defrost button will increase the weight by 0 2Kg if you are using metric measurement You can also use the number buttons to enter the weight of the food directly The oven calculates the defrosting time and starts automatically Twice during defrosting the oven will beep 3 Press the Pause Cancel button open the oven door and turn the food over 4 Pre
11. all purpose flour 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce 1 can 13 75 14 5 oz beef broth 2 medium carrots cut into 72 inch 12 7mm slices about 1 cup 5 cup barley 1 bay leaf Ja tsp pepper 1 pkg 9 10 oz frozen peas thawed 1 Ina 2 quart casserole combine beef onion flour and Worcestershire mix well Cover with lid Cook at High for 6 to 8 minutes until beef is no longer pink stirring once 2 Stir in beef broth carrots barley bay leaf and pepper Cover with lid Cook at Medium for 1 to 172 hours until carrots and beef are tender stirring 2 to 3 times 3 Stir in peas Cover with lid Cook at Medium for 10 minutes Let stand for 10 minutes Remove bay leaf before serving Makes 6 servings Broccoli and Cheese Casserole Ja cup butter or margarine Ja cup chopped onion 1 Tbs flour Ya tsp salt Ja tsp dry mustard 1 tsp pepper 172 cups milk 7a cup chopped red pepper 8 oz 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded 1 pkg 9 10 oz frozen chopped broccoli thawed 4 cups cooked spiral shaped pasta 8 oz dry 1 Ina 2 quart casserole cook butter and onion at High for 1 to 2 minutes until onion is soft stirring once 2 Add flour salt mustard and pepper mix well Cook at High for 30 to 60 seconds until mixture boils Stir in milk until smooth 3 Stir in red pepper Cook at High for 2 to 3 minutes until mixture boils and thickens slightly stirring twice Stir in cheese until melted
12. ato Fresh Frozen Boil Vegetables Dinner Water e See next page for more information 10_ your new microwave oven One Minute Press once for every minute of cooking at High power 14 Instant Cook Buttons Instant settings to cook popular foods 12 Auto Defrost Sets weight of food to be defrosted 14 Number Buttons Set cooking times or amounts and power levels other than high Power Level Press this pad to set power level other than high 15 Clock Sets current time 12 Pause Cancel Press to pause oven or corrent a mistake 12 OBaoaoaenrano s Start Press to start cooking your new microwave oven _11 NJAO 3AYMOHOIN MAN YNOA operation SETTING THE CLOCK 1 Press the Clock button The display will show Use the Number buttons to enter the current time You must press at least three numbers to set the clock If the current G a time is 5 00 enter 5 0 0 3 If there is a power interruption you will need to reset the clock Press Clock again A colon will appear indicating that the time is set You can check the current time while cooking is in progress by pressing the Clock button USING THE PAUSE CANCEL BUTTON The Pause Cancel button allows you to clear instructions you have entered It also allows you to pause the oven s cooking cycle so that you can check the food Pause the oven during cooking p
13. et the oven cool down first To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity e Do not store flammable materials in the oven e Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags e Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers e f smoke is observed keep the oven door closed and switch off or disconnect the oven from the power supply Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods e ALWAYS allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off so that the temperature can equalize e Stir during heating if necessary and ALWAYS stir after heating e Take care when handling the container after heating You may burn yourself if the container is too hot e Arisk of delayed eruptive boiling exists e To prevent delayed boiling and possible scalding you should put a plastic spoon or glass stick into the beverages and stir before during and after heating Reason During the heating of liquids the boiling point can be delayed this means that eruptive boiling can start after the container is removed from the oven You may scald yourself ALAsVS safety 3 Stir during heating if necessary and ALWAYS stir after heating e Take care when handling the container after heating You may burn yourself if the container is too hot A risk of delayed eruptive boiling exists e n the event of scalding follow these FIRST AID instructions e Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at least 10 mi
14. ipt as a proof of purchase if warranty service is needed MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE PURCHASED PURCHASED FROM Warranty service can only be performed by a Samsung Authorized Service Center If you should require warranty service provide the above information with a copy of your sales receipt to the Samsung Authorized Service Center For service assistance and the location of the nearest service center please call 1 800 10 SAMSUNG 726 7864 1 800 3 SAMSUNG 726 7864 02 5805777 or go on line to www samsung com ph 8_ your new microwave oven SETTING UP YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 1 Place the oven on a flat sturdy surface and plug the cord into a grounded outlet Once plugged in the display on your H H ka H H oven will show 1g Make sure there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least four inches of space behind above and to the side of the oven 2 Open the oven door by pressing the button below the control panel 3 Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth 4 Place the pre assembled ring in the indentation in the center of the oven NJAO 3AYMOHOIN MAN YNOA 5 Place the glass tray on top of the ring so that the three glass tabs in the center of the tray fit securely into the tabs on the floor of the oven your new microwave oven 9 CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS G One G Minute One Touch Instant Cooking Popcorn Dressing Pot
15. isture and prevent spattering Do not use recycled paper towels which may contain metal and can catch fire Paper plates and cups Use for short term heating at low temperatures Do not use recycled paper which may contain metal and can catch fire Thermometers Use only those labeled Microwave Safe and follow all directions Check the food in several places Conventional thermometers may be used once the food has been removed from the oven Limited Use Aluminum foil Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas Using too much foil can damage your oven so be careful Ceramic porcelain and stoneware Use these if they are labeled Microwave Safe If they are not labeled test them to make sure they can be used safely Never use dishes with metallic trim Plastic Use only if labeled Microwave Safe Other plastics can melt Straw wicker and wood Use only for short term heating as they can be flammable cooking Instructions _17 SNOILONYLSNI ONINOOO Not Recommended e Glass jars and bottles Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave and can shatter e Paper bags These are a fire hazard except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use e Styrofoam plates and cups These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food e Plastic storage and food containers Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave e Metal utensils These can damage
16. n _15 NOILY 3d0 MULTI STAGE COOKING Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures You can set multiple stages of cooking with your microwave 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in the One Stage Cooking section on this page When entering more than one cooking stage the Power Level button must be pressed before the second cooking stage can be entered To set the power level at High for a stage of cooking press the Power Level button twice 2 Use the number buttons to set a second cooking time 3 Press the Power Level button then use the number buttons to set the power level of the second stage of cooking 4 Press Start to begin cooking You can check the Power Level while cooking is in progress by pressing the Power Level button Microwave oven has priority independently from selection of Multi phase 16_ operation cooking Instructions COOKING UTENSILS Recommended Use Glass and glass ceramic bowls and dishes Use for heating or cooking Microwave grilling dish Use to grill the exterior of small items such as steaks chops or pancakes Follow the directions provided with your grilling dish Microwavable plastic wrap Use to retain steam Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering Paper towels and napkins Use for short term heating and covering they absorb excess mo
17. ng the Clock Using the Pause Cancel Button Using the Instant Cook Buttons Using the One Minute Button Defrosting Automatically Setting Cooking Times amp Power Levels One stage Cooking Multi stage Cooking COOKING INSTRUCTIONS 17 Cooking Utensils 18 Testing Utensils 19 Cooking Techniques 20 General Tips 21 Auto Defrosting Guide 22 Cooking Guide 24 Recipes be sks i a N i aoan r RMM N COOKWARE GUIDE APPENDIX 28 Troubleshooting Guide 29 Care and Cleaning 30 Specifications 6_ contents your new microwave oven Place the oven on a flat level surface that strong enough to safely bear the weight of the oven a x 1 When you install your oven make sure there is 20cm above adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least 10 NG sang cm 4 inches of space behind and on the sides of the nee oven and 20 cm 8 inches of space above D 1 10cm of the side Ne E 2 Remove all packing materials inside the oven Install the roller ring and turntable Check that the turntable rotates freely 6G Never block the air vents as the oven may overheat and automatically switch itself off It will remain inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently NG For your personal safety plug the cable into a 3 pin 220 Volt GOHz AC earthed socket If the power cable of this appliance is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly
18. not recommended Fat and oil can suddenly boil over and cause severe burns Some ingredients heat faster than others For example the jelly inside a jelly doughnut will be hotter than the dough Keep this in mind to avoid burns Home canning in the microwave oven is not recommended because all harmful bacteria may not be destroyed by the microwave heating process Although microwaves do not heat the cookware the heat is often transferred to the cookware Always use pot holders when removing food from the microwave and instruct children to do the same 20_ cooking Instructions AUTO DEFROSTING GUIDE e Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food Food Standard Amount Procedure Roast 2 5 6 0 Ibs Start with the food placed fat side down After Beef Pork each stage turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil Steaks 0 5 3 0 Ibs After each stage rearrange the food If there are Chops any warm or thawed portions of food shield them Fish with narrow flat pieces of aluminum foil Remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand covered for 5 10 minutes Ground 0 5 3 0 Ibs After each stage remove any pieces of food that Meat are nearly defrosted Let stand covered with foil for 5 10 minutes Whole 2 5 6 0 Ibs Remove giblets before freezing poultry Start Chicken defrosting with the breast side down After the first stage tu
19. nutes e Cover with a clean dry dressing e Do not apply any creams oils or lotions e 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 ALWAYS check the temperature of baby food or milk before giving it to the baby e NEVER heat a baby s bottle with the teat on as the bottle may explode if overheated 9 Be careful not to damage the power cable e Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power cable away from heated surfaces e Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug 10 Stand at arm s length from the oven when opening the door Reason The hot air or steam released may cause scalding 11 Keep the inside of the oven clean Reason Food particles or spattered oils stuck to oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven 12 You may notice a Clicking sound during operation especially when the oven is in defrosting Reason This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing 13 When the microwave oven is operating without any load the power will be cut off automatically for safety You can operate normally after letting it stand for over 30 minutes IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS During cooking you should look into the oven from time to time when food is being heated
20. or cooked in disposable containers of plastic paper or other combustible materials IMPORTANT Young children or infirm persons 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 A WARNING If the door or door seals are damaged the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person A WARNING lit is hazardous for anyone other than a comperent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy 4_ safety WARNING Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode Z 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 Please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally responsible manner Please contact your local authorities in regard to the environmentally safe disposal of this product safety 5 ALAsVS contents YOUR NEW MICROWAVE OVEN Checking Parts Warranty and Service Information Setting Up Your Microwave Oven Control Panel Buttons O Oo o i OPERATION Setti
21. owave Vegetables should be washed just before cooking Often no extra water is needed If dense vegetables such as potatoes carrots and green beans are being cooked add about cup water Small vegetables sliced carrots peas lima beans etc will cook faster than larger ones Whole vegetables such as potatoes acorn squash or corn on the cob should be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking They will cook more evenly if turned over after half the cooking time Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center When cooking cut vegetables always cover the dish with a lid or vented microwavable plastic wrap Whole unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes squash eggplant etc should have their skin pricked in several spots before cooking to prevent them from bursting For more even cooking stir or rearrange whole vegetables halfway through the cooking time Generally the denser the food the longer the standing time Standing time refers to the time necessary for dense large foods and vegetables to finish cooking after they come out of the oven A baked potato can stand on the counter for five minutes before cooking is completed while a dish of peas can be served immediately cooking Instructions _23 RECIPES Beef and Barley Stew 4 75 lbs beef stew cubes cut into inch pieces Ye cup chopped onion 2 Tbs
22. pped green chilies 1 2 tsp ground cumin or to taste 1 Place onion and garlic in a 3 quart casserole Cover with lid Cook at High for 2 to 4 minutes until tender 2 Add one can of beans mash beans with a fork Add remaining ingredients mix well 3 Cook uncovered at High for 10 minutes stir Reduce power to Medium and cook for 5 minutes Stir before serving Makes about 2 quarts cooking Instructions _25 cookware guide To cook food in the microwave oven the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food without being reflected or absorbed by the dish used Care must therefore be taken when choosing the cookware If the cookware is marked microwave safe you do not need to worry The following table lists various types of cookware and indicates whether and how they should be used in a microwave oven Cookware Microwave Safe Comments Aluminium foil Vx Can be used in small quantities to protect areas against overcooking Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to the oven wall or if too much foil is used Browning plate J Do not preheat for more than eight minutes China and earthenware J Porcelain pottery glazed earthenware and bone china are usually suitable unless decorated with a metal trim Disposable polyester J Some frozen foods are packaged in these cardboard dishes dishes Fast food packaging e Polystyrene cups pA Can be used to warm food Overheating containers e
23. ress Pause Cancel once To restart press Start Stop cooking erase instructions and return the oven display to the time of day press Pause Cancel twice Correct a mistake you have just entered press Pause Cancel once then re enter the instructions USING THE INSTANT COOK BUTTONS 1 Press the Instant Cook button corresponding to the food you are cooking Popcorn for example The display shows the first serving size 2 Press the button repeatedly to select the serving size you want The display will cycle through all available serving sizes Once you select the correct serving size the microwave will begin cooking automatically When the cooking times is over the oven will beep The oven will then beep every minute 12 operation Instant Cook Chart Item Weight Remarks Popcorn 35 Use one microwave only bag of popcorn 30 ae Use caution when removing and opening hot bag ee from oven Potato 1 EA Prick each potato several times with fork 2 EA Place on turntable in spoke like fashion 3 EA Remove from oven wrap in foil and let stand 3 5 4 EA min Fresh 1 cup Place the vegetables into a casserole and add a Vegetable 2 cups small amount of water 2 4 Tbsp Cover during 3 cups cooking and stir before standing 4 cups Frozen 8 10 oz Remove package from outer wrapping and follow Dinner 10 12 oz package instructions for covering and standing After cooking let stand 1 3 min Beverage 12 cup
24. rn the chicken over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil After the second stage again shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil Let stand covered for 30 60 minutes in the refrigerator Chicken 0 5 3 0 Ibs After each stage rearrange or remove any pieces Pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand for 10 20 minutes Check foods when the oven signals After the final stage small sections may still be icy let them stand to continue thawing Do not defrost until all ice crystals have thawed Shielding roasts and steaks with small pieces of foil prevents the edges from cooking before the center of the food has defrosted Use narrow flat smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover the edges and thinner sections of the food cooking Instructions 21 SNOILONYLSNI ONINOOO COOKING GUIDE GUIDE for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave Place meat on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Start meat fat side down Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time The following temperatures are removal temperatures The temperature of the food will rise during the standing time Food Cook Time Power Level Directions Roast Beef Cooking Time Place roast fat side down on roasting Boneless 7 10 min lbs for 115 F Rare rack Cover
25. ss the Start button to resume defrosting L If there is a power interruption you will need to reset the clock See page 21 for the Auto Defrosting Guide 14_ operation SETTING COOKING TIMES amp POWER LEVELS Your microwave allows you to set up to two different stages of cooking each with its own time length and power level The power level lets you control the heating intensity from Warm 1 to High O ONE STAGE COOKING For simple one stage cooking you only need to set a cooking time The power level is automatically set at High If you want to set the power to any other level you must set it using the Power Level button 1 Use the number buttons to set a cooking time You can set a time from one second to 99 minutes 99 seconds To set a time over one minute enter the seconds too For example to set 20 minutes enter 2 O O O 2 If you want to set the power level to something other than High press the Power Level button then use the number buttons to enter a power level Power Levels 1 Warm 6 Simmer 2 Low 7 Medium High 3 Defrost 8 Reheat 4 Medium Low 9 Saute 5 Medium 0z High 3 Press the Start button to begin cooking If you want to change the power level press Pause Cancel before you press Start and re enter all of the instructions Result Cooking starts and once finished 1 Oven emits four beeps 2 Sign of finishing process sounds 3 time One time in every minute operatio
26. through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy This is especially important with large items such as roasts Standing Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after the oven stops Let foods stand to complete cooking especially foods such as roasts and whole vegetables Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas All liquids such as soup or hot chocolate should be shaken or stirred when cooking is complete Let liquids stand a moment before serving When heating baby food stir well and test the temperature before serving Adding Moisture Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook SNOILONYLSNI ONINOOD cooking Instructions _19 GENERAL TIPS Dense foods such as potatoes take longer to heat than lighter foods Foods with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to avoid becoming tough Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can affect cooking time When using a new recipe use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to prevent overcooking Foods with a non porous skin or shell such as potatoes eggs or hot dogs should be pierced to prevent bursting Frying with heating oil or fat is
27. ween the foil and interior oven walls The turntable makes noises or sticks e Clean the turntable roller ring and oven floor e Make sure the turntable and roller ring are positioned correctly Using your microwave causes TV or radio interference e This is similar to the interference caused by other small appliances such as hair dryers Move your microwave further away from other appliances like your TV or radio 28_ appendix CARE AND CLEANING Follow these instructions to clean and care for your oven Keep the inside of the oven clean Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls causing the oven to work less efficiently Wipe up spills immediately Use a damp cloth and mild soap Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives To help loosen baked on food particles or liquids heat two cups of water add the juice of one lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh in a four cup measuring glass at High power for five minutes or until boiling Let stand in the oven for one or two minutes Remove the glass tray from the oven when cleaning the oven or tray To prevent the tray from breaking handle it carefully and do not put it in water immediately after cooking Wash the tray carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher Clean the outside surface of the oven with soap and a damp cloth Dry with a soft cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts of the oven don t let water seep into the openings
28. with wax paper Turn over 8 12 min lbs for 120 F Medium when cooking time is half up Let stand Up to 4 Ibs 9 14 min lbs for 145 F Well Done 10 min Power Level High 0 for first 5 min then Medium 5 Guide for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave Place poultry on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering Use aluminum foil to shield bone tips thin meat areas or areas that start to overcook Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand the recommended time Food Cook Time Power Level Directions Whole Cooking Time Place chicken breast side down on roasting Chicken 6 9 min lbs 170 180 F rack Cover with wax paper Turn over when the Power Level Medium High 7 cooking time is half up Cook until juices run Up to 4 Ibs clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink Let stand 5 10 min Chicken Cooking Time Place chicken bone side down on dish with Pieces 6 9 min Ibs the thickest portions towards the outside of the 180 F dark meat dish Cover with wax paper Turn over when the Up to 2 Ibs 170 F light meat cooking time is half up Cook until juices run Power Level Medium High 7 clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink Let stand 5 10 min 22_ cooking Instructions Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave e Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork e Place
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