Samsung MW83Z User Manual
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1. 3 This microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is accessible If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service agent For your personal safety plug the cable into a 3 pin 230 Volt 50Hz AC earthed socket If the power cable of this appliance is damaged it must be replaced by a special cable 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 Setting the Time What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock The time can be displayed ew in either the 24 hour or 12 hour notation You must set the clock If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given e When you first install your microwave oven e After a power failure This is normal e Condensation inside the oven e Do not forget to reset the clock when you switch to and from e Air flow around the door and outer casing summer and winter time e Light reflection around the door and outer casing e Steam escaping from around the door or vents 1 To display the time in the Then press the Clock button2. 24 hour notation Once O 12 hour notation Twice The oven does not start when you press the Start button s e Is the door completely closed 2 Set the hour with the h button and the minutes with the min The food is not cooked at all button e Have you set the timer correctly and or pressed the Start button h min e Is the door closed 10min 1 min e Have you overloaded the electric circuit and caused a fuse to blow ora breaker to be triggered 3 When the right time is displayed press the Clock button again to start the Clock The food is either overcooked or undercooked Result The time is displayed whenever you are not e Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food using the microwave oven e Was an appropriate power level chosen Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven arcing e Have you used a dish with metal trimmings e Have you left a fork or other metal utensil inside the oven e Is aluminium foil too close to the inside walls The oven causes interference with radios or televisions e Slight interference may be observed on televisions or radios when the oven is operating This is normal To solve this problem install the oven away from televisions radios and aerials e If interference is detected by the oven s microprocessor the display may be reset To solve this problem disconnect the power plug and reconnect it Reset the time Dx If the a
3. MICROWAVE OVEN Owner s Instructions MW83Z OVO ara aa dae tdetiacechesi aa iaren E 2 ACCOSSOMIOS sevcaicsscssccea csssssseesdcssersatessctsesseesstedseneedteanieseecsaversstss 2 Control PANE iyinin eai ai 2 Using this Instruction Booklet sesseesssseeeeresrrsrerrererrrerereern 3 Safety Precautions sisiane 3 Installing Your Microwave OVEN e cece esses eeeteeeeeeeaeeaes 4 S tting the TiMO ccc on gwen annn 5 What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem wd Cooking REHeating ee eeceeeeceeeeseeseeseeeeseeseeaeeseeseeaeeaeeaeeaeeas 6 Power LeVelSsiissiissieccissiveseesecessecsencesaiecaseacosavicsbenseivszsasseastviessess 6 Stopping the COOKING i s ti cssececese sees eencsisaiectineneernninies 7 Adjusting the Cooking Time cceceeceeeeeeeeeseeeteeeneeieeeeaeeatens 7 Setting a Standing Time ee re Using the Auto Reheat Cook Feature 0 0 0 eeceeeeeeeeeeeeeenees 8 Auto Reheat Cook SettingS cecceceeceeseeeteeeeeeeeteseeeneeneeees 8 Using the Cafeteria Feature oo ecececceceeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeneeneeneeaes 9 Wie teria SENS iseci iriaren a 9 Using the Auto Rapid Defrost Feature s snsnsnsisinsneereneae 10 Auto Rapid Defrost Settings 10 Using the Deodorize Feature seseseseeseereeiesrererrernrrerrereen 11 Switching the Beeper Off s essesesseserrsrsisisrrrnsnsrsisrnsnnsrsrnene 11 Safety Locking Your Microwave OVen ssssssssserrisern 11
4. Cookware GUJE sisisi a 12 Cleaning Your Microwave Oven essesi 13 Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven 13 Technical Specifications Code No DE68 03346E 02 Oven ew VENTILATION HOLES DOOR DISPLAY LIGHT CONTROL PANEL TUBNTABIE ROLLER RING SAFETY INTERLOCK DOOR LATCHES COUPLER HOLES Accessories Depending on the model that you have purchased you are supplied with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways Purpose Ka Purpose Purpose 1 Coupler already placed over the motor shaft in the base of the oven The coupler rotates the turntable 2 Roller ring to be placed in the centre of the oven The roller ring supports the turntable 3 Turntable to be placed on the roller ring with the centre fitting to the coupler The turntable serves as the main cooking surface it can be easily removed for cleaning a DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and turntable N Control Panel 1 2 35 1 Meat 3 Fish Rapid 2 Poultry 4 Bread Cake 1 Ready Meals 3 R eroe Auto 4 Fresh Vegetables 5 Frozen Vegetables Weight Serving 8 1 Drinks 4 2 2 Frozen Cake 5 Power Deodorize inoia 9 l 10 h min 6 10min 1min ws l 11 7 Stop Cancel Start 30s 12 DISPLAY 6 CLOCK SETTING AUTO RAPID DEFROST 7 STOP CANCEL BUTTON FEATURE 8
5. UP DOWN BUTTON Weight AUTO REHEAT COOK Serving size SELECTION 9 STANDING TIME SETTING CAFETERIA SELECTION 10 DEODORIZATION BUTTON POWER LEVEL SETTING 11 TIME SETTING 12 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 e Safety precautions e Suitable accessories and cookware e Useful cooking tips At the front of the booklet you will find illustrations of the oven and more importantly the control panel so that you can find the buttons more easily The step by step procedures use two different symbols bed Note er Important 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 Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to operate the oven with the door open or to tamper with the safety interlocks door latches or to insert anything into the safety interlock holes b Do not place any object between the oven door and front face or allow food or cleaner residues to accumulate on sealing surfaces Ensure that the door and door sealing surfaces are kept clean by wiping after use first with a damp cloth and then with a soft dry cloth c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by a qualified microwave service
6. 3 4pcs such as apple cake with crumble topping 500 g streusel cake cake with poppy seeds and 4pcs muffins It is not suitable for a whole cake cake with cream filling and cake with chocolate topping Using the Auto Rapid Defrost Feature EN The Rapid Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat poultry or fish The defrost time and power level are set automatically De First place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable Then close the door Use only dishes that are microwave safe 2 Poultry 4 Bread Cake Weight Serving Start 30s Result 1 Select the type of food that you are cooking by pressing the Rapid Defrost 4 button one or more times Refer to the table on the opposite page for further details 2 Select the food weight by pressing the Up Down button It is possible to set up to a maximum of 2000g 3 Press Start button Defrosting begins The oven beeps halfway through defrosting to remind you to turn the food over Press Start again to finish defrosting You can also defrost food manually To do so select the microwave cooking reheating function with a power level of 180W Refer to the section entitled Cooking Reheating on page 6 for further details 10 Auto Rapid Defrost Settings The following table presents the various Auto Rapid Defrost programmes quantities standing times and appropriate recommendations Re
7. pressing the Up Down button First place the food in the centre of the turntable Then close the door SF Ready Meals Frozen Ready Meals 3Jacket Potatoes Auto 4 Fresh Vegetables 5 Frozen Vegetables Weight Serving Start 30s De Select the type of food that you are cooking by pressing the Auto Reheat Cook 3 lt button once or more Select the size of the serving by pressing the Up Down buttons Refer to the table Press Start button Cooking starts When it has finished 1 The oven beeps four times 2 The end reminder signal will beep 3 times once every minutes 3 The current time is displayed again Use only recipients that are microwave safe Auto Reheat Cook Settings The following table presents the various Auto Reheat Cook s6 Programmes quantities standing times and appropriate recommendations Code Food Serving Standing Recommendations Size Time 1 Ready 300 350 g 3min Put on a ceramic plate and cover with Meals 400 450 g microwave cling film This programme is chilled suitable for meals consisting of 3 components e g meat with sauce vegetables and a side dish like potatoes rice or pasta 2 Frozen 300 350g 4min Take frozen ready meal and check if dish is Ready 400 450 g suitable for microwave Pierce film of ready Meals meal Put the frozen ready meal in the centre This programme is suitable for frozen ready meals cons
8. technician trained by the manufacturer It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the 1 Door bent 2 Door hinges broken or loose 3 door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer Safety Precautions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven please check that the following safety precautions are taken e 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 e When heating food in plastic or paper containers keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers or clothes e f smoke is observed switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames e 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 dur
9. 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 Comments Safe 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 WA Do not preheat for more than eight minutes China and earthenware Porcelain pottery glazed earthenware and bone china are usually suitable unless decorated with a metal trim Disposable polyester 4 cardboard dishes Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes Fast food packaging e Polystyrene cups containers e Paper bags or X Can be used to warm food Overheating may cause the polystyrene to melt May catch fire newspaper e Recycled paper or X May cause arcing metal trims Glassware Glassware e Oven to table 4 Can be used unless decorated with a ware metal trim e Fine glassware J Can be used to warm foods or liquids Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly e Glass jars Jv Must remove the lid Suitable for warming only Metal e Dishes x May cause arcing or fire e Freezer bag twist X ties Paper e Plates cups J For sho
10. 1250 W Output power 100 W 850 W IEC 705 Operating frequency 2450 MHz Magnetron OM75P 31 Cooling method Cooling fan motor Dimensions W x H x D Outside 489 x 275 x 360 mm Oven cavity 330 x 211 x 329 mm Volume 23 liter Weight Net 12 5 kg approx 14 Note ELECTRONICS If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Tel 0845 SAMSUNG 7267864 United Kingdom Tel 0818 717 100 EIRE www samsung com www samsung com ie
11. at you are cooking by pressing the Cafeteria button once or more times Cafeteria 2 Frozen Cake 2 Select the size of the serving by pressing the Up Down buttons Refer to the table Weight Serving 3 Press Start button Result Cooking starts When it has finished Start 30s 1 The oven beeps four times 2 The end reminder signal will beep 3 times once every minutes 3 The current time is displayed again Dex Use only recipients that are microwave safe Cafeteria Settings The following table presents Auto Programmes for reheating drinks and defrosting frozen cake It contains its quantities standing times and appropriate recommendations Code Food Serving Standing Recommendations Size Time 1 Drinks 150ml 1 2 min Pour into a ceramic cup 150 ml or mug Coffee milk 1 cup 250 ml and place in the centre of turntable tea water 250 ml Reheat uncovered room 1 mug Stir carefully before and after standing time temperature Be careful while taking the cups out see safety instructions for liquids 2 Frozen 100g 5 15 min Put flat frozen cake pieces 18 C directly Cake 1pc on metal rack Put bigger pieces and muffins 200 g on turntable Put one piece in the centre put 2pcs 2 pieces opposite to each other and 3 4 300 g cake pieces in a circle By the help of the 2 3pcs heater the cake will be warmed and crisp up 400 g This programme is suitable for cake pieces
12. bove guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after sales service Cooking Reheating Power Levels The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food You can choose among the power levels below ALWAYS check your cooking settings before leaving the oven unattended Power Level Output First place the food in the centre of the turntable Then close the HIGH 850 W door MEDIUM HIGH 600 W 1 Press the Power level button MEDIUM 450 W Result The 850W maximum cooking power MEDIUM LOW 300 W Power indications are displayed DEFROST 180 W Select the appropriate power level by LOW KEEP WARM 100 W pressing the Power level button again until the corresponding wattage is displayed 7 Refer to the power level table De If you select higher power level the cooking time must be decreased If you select lower power level the cooking time must 2 Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min 1min and be increased 10s button h min 10 min 1 min 10s 3 Press the Start button Result The oven light comes on and the turntable Start 30s starts rotating Cooking starts and when it has finished the oven beeps four times er Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty Dex If you wish to heat a dish for a short period of time at maximum power 850W simply press the 30s button once for each 30 seconds of cooking time The oven starts i
13. e ALWAYS use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven to avoid unintentional burn e DONOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls until the oven be cooled down Safety Precautions continued away from heated surfaces Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug e Stand at arms length from the oven when opening the door Reason The hot air or steam released may cause scalding e 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 e 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 en e Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power cable 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 IMPORTANT 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 e 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 in
14. ing 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 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 NEVER heat a babys bottle with the teat on as the bottle may explode if overheated e 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 e 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 in shells tomatoes etc e The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed e 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 e DONOT cover the ventilation slots with cloths or paper They may catch fire as hot air is evacuated from the oven The oven may overheat and automatically switch itself off It will remain inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently
15. isting of 3 components e g meat with sauce vegetables and a side dish like potatoes rice or pasta 3 Jacket 200g 3 min Take potatoes with similar size and weight Potatoes 400g of circa 200g per potato 600 g Wash and prick the skin with a fork Wrap each potato in microwave cling film Put one potato in the centre put two potatoes opposite to each other and 3 potatoes ina circle directly on the turntable 4 Fresh 100 150g 3min Weigh the vegetables after washing Vegetables 200 250g cleaning and cutting into similar size 300 350g Put them into a glass bowl with lid 400 450 g Add 30 ml 2 tablespoons water when 500 550 g cooking 100 250 g add 45 ml 3 4 tablespoons for 300 550 g Stir after cooking 5 Frozen 100 150g 3 4min Weigh the frozen vegetables 18 C and put Vegetables 200 250g them in a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl 300 350 g with lid When cooking 100 350 g add 15 ml 400 450g 1 tablespoon water for 400 550 g add 30 500 550 g ml 2 tablespoons Stir after cooking and before serving This programme is suitable for peas sweet corn broccoli cauliflower and mixed vegetables such as peas carrots and cauliflower Using the Cafeteria Feature With the Cafeteria feature the cooking time is set automatically You can adjust the number of servings by pressing the Up Down button First place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door 1 Select the type of food th
16. ls place a cup of diluted lemon juice on the turntable and heat for ten minutes at maximum power 4 Wash the dishwasher safe plate whenever necessary DO NOT spill water in the vents NEVER use any abrasive products or chemical solvents Take particular care when cleaning the door seals to ensure that no particles e Accumulate e Prevent the door from closing correctly 13 Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven A few simple precautions should be taken when storing or having your microwave oven serviced The oven must not be used if the door or door seals are damaged e Broken hinge e Deteriorated seals e Distorted or bent oven casing Only a qualified microwave service technician should perform repair or NEVER remove the outer casing from the oven If the oven is faulty and needs servicing or you are in doubt about its condition e Unplug it from the wall socket e Contact the nearest after sales service centre If you wish to store your oven away temporarily choose a dry dust free place e Reason Dust and damp may adversely affect the working parts in the oven This microwave oven is not intended for commercial use Technical Specifications Note SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice Model MW83Z Power source 230V 50 Hz Power consumption Microwave
17. mmediately Stopping the Cooking You can stop cooking at any time to check the food Stop Cancel er 1 2 To stop temporarily Open the door Result Cooking stops To resume cooking close the door and press Start again To stop Completely Press the Stop Cancel button Result The cooking stops If you wish to cancel the cooking settings press the Stop Cancel button You can cancel any setting before starting cooking by simply pressing Stop Cancel e h min Adjusting the Cooking Time You can increase the cooking time by pressing the 30s button once for each 30 seconds to be added Start 30s Press the 30s button once for each 30 seconds to be added Setting a Standing Time The Hold Time can be used to set a standing time automatically without microwave cooking Hold Timer 10s 10min 1min Start 30s 1 Press the Hold Timer button Result The following indication is displayed J Select the standing time by pressing the 10min 1min and 10s button Press Start button Result Standing time starts When it has finished 1 The oven beeps four times 2 The current time is displayed again Using the Auto Reheat Cook Feature The Auto Reheat Cook feature has five pre programmed cooking time You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level You can adjust the number of servings by
18. move all kinds of package material before defrosting Place meat poultry and fish on a ceramic plate Code Food Portion Standing Recommendations Time 1 Meat 200 2000 g 20 60 min Shield the edges with aluminium foil Turn EN the meat over when the oven beeps This programme is suitable for beef lamb pork steaks chops and minced meat 2 Poultry 200 2000g 20 60 min Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium A foil Turn the poultry over when the oven beeps This programme is suitable for whole chicken and chicken portions 3 Fish 200 2000 g 20 50 min Shield the tail of the whole fish with X aluminium foil Turn the fish over when the oven beeps This programme is suitable for whole fishes and fish fillets 4 Bread 100 1000g 5 20min Put bread on a piece of kitchen paper and Cake turn over as soon as the oven beeps o Place cake on a ceramic plate and if possible turn over as soon as the oven beeps Oven keeps operating and is stopped when you open the door This programme is suitable for all kinds of bread sliced or whole as well as for bread rolls and baguettes Arrange bread rolls in a circle This programme is suitable for all kinds of yeast cake biscuit cheese cake and puff pastry It is not suitable for short crust pastry fruit and cream cakes as well as for cake with chocolate topping Using the Deodorize Feature Use this feature after cooking odorous food or when there is a lot of
19. rt cooking times and warming napkins and Also to absorb excess moisture Kitchen paper e Recycledpaper X May cause arcing e Plastic e Containers J e Cling film WA e Freezer bags MX Particularly if heat resistant thermoplastic Some other plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures Do not use Melamine plastic Can be used to retain moisture Should not touch the food Take care when removing the film as hot steam will escape Only if boilable or oven proof Should not be airtight Prick with a fork if necessary Wax or grease proof 4 paper Y Recommended X Use Caution X Unsafe 12 Can be used to retain moisture and prevent spattering Cleaning Your Microwave Oven The following parts of your microwave oven should be cleaned regularly to prevent grease and food particles from building up e Inside and outside surfaces e Door and door seals Turntable and Roller rings Com ALWAYS ensure that the door seals are clean and the door closes properly Cm Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation 1 Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth and warm soapy water Rinse and dry 2 Remove any splashes or stains on the inside surfaces or on the roller ring with a soapy cloth Rinse and dry 3 To loosen hardened food particles and remove smel
20. smoke in the oven interior First clean the oven interior Deodorize Press the Deodorize button after you have finished cleaning you will hear four beeps The deodorization time has been specified as 5 minutes It increases by 30 seconds whenever the 30s button is pressed The maximum deodorization time is 15 minutes Switching the Beeper Off You can switch the beeper off whenever you want 1 Press the Stop Cancel and Start buttons at the same time Stop Cancel Start 30s Result The oven will not beep each time you press a button 2 To switch the beeper back on press the Stop Cancel and Start buttons again at the same time Stop Cancel Start 30s Result The oven operates with the beeper on again 11 Safety Locking Your Microwave Oven Your microwave oven is fitted with a special Child Safety programme which enables the oven to be locked so that children or anyone unfamiliar with it cannot operate it accidentally The oven can be locked at any time 1 Press the Stop Cancel and Clock buttons at the same time Stop Cancel Result The oven is locked no functions can be selected 2 To unlock the oven press the Stop Cancel and Clock buttons again at the same time Stop Cancel Result The oven can be used normally Cookware Guide To cook food in the microwave oven the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food
21. struction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety e Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e 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 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 WARNING Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode 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 e The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet Installing Your Microwave oven Place the oven on a flat level surface 85cm above the floor The surface should be strong enough to safety bear the weight of the oven 20 cm above 10 cm 1 When you install your oven make sure there is adequate behind ventilation for your oven by leaving at least 10 cm 4 inches of space behind and on the sides of the oven 40 cm of and 20 cm 8 inches of space above the side 2 Remove all packing materials inside the oven Install the roller ring and turntable Check that the turntable rotates freely
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