Samsung MS83HCE-S User Manual
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1. g MS83HCE fm Page 1 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM a Microwave Oven Owner s Manual MS83HCE Installing Your Microwave oven How a Microwave Oven Works Your New Microwave oven Checking Parts eee Setting Up Your Microwave Oven Control Panel ButtONns sc i2ecasuevscncav atacand ceisieenieis Operation sseseenees Setting the Clock Using the Pause Cancel Button Using the One Minute Button Using the Sensor Cook Buttons Sensor Cooking Guide eeeceeeeceeseseeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeaeeneeeeeeeeaees Using the Instant Cook Buttons Defrosting Automatically 00 0 0 ce eee eee eee eeeee sees eeeeseeeenaeeeaeeees Auto Defrosting Settings ee eeceeeeseeseseeceeeeseeeeeeseeeeeeaeeaeeeeeeaeeeees Setting Cooking Times amp Power Levels ccccecceseseeeteeteeeeees Demonstration MOC sasccicccccsstscescsiescsccnevtetececodsesaat sanserdeceasdiastestseeees Using the More Less ButtOns cccccceeceeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeseeeeeesseeeseaaees Switching the Beeper On Off ccceecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenaeenaeees Using the Kitchen Timer ec eee eee cene cess eee eeeeseeeseeeenaeeeaeeeee Setting the Child Protection LOCK c cccceceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeees Power Saving FOature css icsccssettecsdasitaiteavissessec aesiedeerasdsitiaeeeiad mirita Cooking Instructions Cooking WtemSilSivis casscczssivsscvesescuvcesectscvsovievs2. These can damage your oven Remove all metal before 2 Atthis time press any key to return to the previous state and to turn the display on cooking again 3 However the power saving feature does not turn the display off in the following status In case of Error1 Error2 Error3 or Error4 o o oS MS88HCE fm Page 9 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM v oO H Cooking Instructions Testing Utensils If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave safe or not you can perform this test 1 Filla1 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 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 Press start to resume cooking 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 part
3. 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 such as potatoes or hot dogs should be pierced to prevent bursting Frying with heating oil or fat is 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 from the food is often transferred to the cookware Always use pot holders when removing food from the microwave and instruct children to do the same Making candy in the microwave is not recommended as candy can heat to very high temperatures Keep this in mind to avoid injury oS MS838HCE fm Page 10 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM Cooking Instructions Auto Sensor Cook Important The Auto Sensor allows you to cook your food automatically by detecting the amount of moistures generated from the food while cooking When food is cooking many kinds of moistures are generated The Auto Sensor determines the proper time and power level by detecting these moistures from the food eliminating the need to set the cooking time and power level When y
4. 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 Let the oven cool down first To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity Do not store flammable materials in the oven Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers If 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 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 Take care when handling the container after heating You may burn yourself if the container is too hot e MS838HCE fm Page 3 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM v oO Safety Precautions Installing Your Microwave oven e Arisk of delayed eruptive boiling exists Place the oven on a flat level surface that strong enough to safely To prevent delayed boiling and
5. feature cannot be used with the Sensor Cook button food 1 To ADD more time to an automatic cooking procedure Press the More 9 button Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering Paper towels and napkins Use for short term heating and covering 2 To REDUCE the time of an automatic cooking procedure Press the Less 1 button they absorb excess moisture and prevent spattering Do not use recycled If you wish to increase decrease in Time Cook mode by 10sec press DPS wen ae may upor ma ang pia catch ta the More 9 or Less 1 button aper pao 2 sli it s A eaa at a ER s emperatures Do not use recycled paper which may contain metal an Switching the Beeper On Off can catchfirs a You can switch the beeper off whenever you want to Thermometers Use only those labeled Microwave Safe and follow all 1 Press the Sound button The display shows On directions Check the food in several places Conventional thermometers START will flash may be used once the food has been removed from the oven 2 Press the Sound button to turn the volume off The display shows Limited Use OFF START will flash Aluminum foil Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of 3 Press Start The display returns to the time of day exposed areas Using too much foil can damage your oven so be careful Ceramic porcelain and stoneware Use these if they are labeled Using t
6. possible scalding you should put a plastic bear the weight of the oven spoon or glass stick into the beverages and stir before during and after heating cmi 10cm 1 When you install your oven Make sure there is adequate above behind ilati f by A 10 4inch Reason During the heating of liquids the boiling point can be delayed this ventilation for your oven by leaving at least 10 cm 4 inches means that eruptive boiling can start after the container is removed j of space behind on the sides of the oven and 20 cm 8 from the oven You may scald yourself gt mmy inches of above Inthe 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 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 2 Remove all packing materials inside the oven Install the roller ring and turntable Check that the turntable rotates freely 3 This microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is ALWAYS check the temperature of baby food or milk before giving it to accessible the baby NEVER heat a baby s bottle with the teat on as the bottle may explode if Cai Never block the air vents as the oven may overh
7. e 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 d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer b aS 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 1 DO NOT use any metallic cookware in the microwave oven e Metallic containers e Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings Skewers forks etc Reason Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven DO NOT heat Airtight or vacuum sealed bottles jars containers Eg Baby food jars Airtight food Eg 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
8. e 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 oe oS MS83HCE fm Page 8 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM og Operation Cooking Instructions Demonstration Mode Cooking Utensils You can use the Demonstration Mode to see how your microwave oven operates Recommended Use without the oven heating Glass and glass ceramic bowls and dishes Use for heating or 1 Hold the 0 button and then press the 1 button cooking To turn demo mode off repeat step 1 above Microwavable browning dish Use to brown the exterior of small items Using the More Less Buttons such as steaks chops or pancakes Follow the directions provided with your browning dish The More Less buttons allow you to adjust pre set cooking times They only Microwavable plastic wrap Use to retain steam Leave a small work in the Instant Kitchen Timer or Time Cook modes Use the More Less ina f d id placing it direct i button only after you have already begun cooking with one of these procedures opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the The More Less
9. eat and overheated automatically switch itself off It will remain inoperable until it has 9 Be careful not to damage the power cable cooled sufficiently Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power e For your personal safety plug the cable into a 3 pin 240 Volt 50Hz AC earthed socket If the power cable of this appliance is damaged it must be replaced by a special cable Contact your cable away from heated surfaces 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 local dealer to have it replaced 11 Keep the inside of the oven clean Do not install the microwave oven in hot or damp surroundings Reason Food particles or spattered oils stuck to oven walls or floor can like next to a traditional oven or radiator The power supply cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven specifications of the oven must be respected and any extension 12 You may notice a Clicking sound during operation especially when the oven is cable used must be of the same standard as the power cable 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 automati cally for safety You can operate normally after letting it stand for over 30 minutes su
10. guide ring the properties of the food Microwave oven Quantity and density Water content Setting Up Your Microwave Oven Initial temperature refrigerated or not 1 Place the oven on a flat sturdy surface and plug the cord into a grounded outlet As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation cooking Once plugged in the display on your oven will show continues even when you have taken the food out of the oven START ENTER COOK TIME TIME2 Standing times specified in recipes and in this booklet must therefore be respected to ensure Even cooking of the food right to the centre e The same temperature throughout the food QTY 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 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 o MS83HCE fm Page 5 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM Your New Microwave oven Operation Control Panel Buttons Setting the Clock 1 Press the Clock button The ENTER and TIME indicators flash 2 Use the number buttons to enter the current time You must press at least three numbers to set the clock If the current time is 5 00 enter 5 0 0 3 When 5 seconds ha
11. he Kitchen Timer Microwave Safe If they are not labeled test them to make sure they can 1 Press the Kitchen Timer button be used safely Never use dishes with metallic trim 2 Use the Number buttons to set the length of time you want the timer to run e Plastic Use only if labeled Microwave Safe Other plastics can melt 3 Press Start to begin Kitchen Timer Straw wicker and wood Use only for short term heating as they can 4 The display counts down and beeps when the time has elapsed be flammable Note The microwave does not turn on when the Kitchen timer is used Not Recommended Setting the Child Protection Lock Glass jars and bottles Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave and can shatter You can lock your microwave oven so it can t be used by unsupervised children P b Th fire h d f b h 1 Hold the 0 button and then press the 2 button The display shows Loc e ia a a are except Tor popcorn oagsinat are j 2 r Kii designed for microwave use ns Wedgie ue Men Tobe oven cannot be used until it is unlocked To Styrofoam plates and cups These can melt and leave an unhealthy A p Pi JAROS residue on food Power Saving Feature Plastic storage and food containers Containers such as margarine 1 After 5 minutes in standby status after cooking time or in current time display tubs can melt in the microwave mode the display of the microwave oven is turned off Metal utensils
12. hile cooking When the cooking time is over the oven will beep The oven will then is in progress press the Clock button beep every minute Sensor Cooking Guide Item Weight Remarks Follow the instructions below when sensor cooking different types of food Beverage Y2 cup Use measuring cup or mug do not cover 1 cup e Place the beverage in the oven Food Amount Procedure 2 cups After heating stir well Potatoes 1to 4 EA Prick each potato several times with fork Pizza reheat 1 Slice e Put the pizza on a microwave safe plate Place on turntable in spoke like fashion Let 2 Slices with wide end of slice towards the outside stand 3 5 min Let oven cool for at least 5 3 Slices edge of the plate minutes before using again Do not let slices overlap Do not cover Fresh 1 to 4 cups Place fresh vegetables in microwave safe dish Before serving let stand 1 2 min Vegetables and add 2 Tbsp of water Cover with microwave safe plastic wrap or lid If using plastic wrap be sure to leave a small opening near the edge of dish for ventilation Remove vegetable from oven let sit covered for 2 minutes stir or serve Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again Single 200 to 400 g Remove food from outer wrapping and follow Entrees box instructions for covering and standing Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again Popcorn 85 to 100 g Use only one microwave only bag of popcorn 1 package at a time Use caution whe
13. ieeseceastenss adnia Eiaa EES OEE E COOKING TECKNIQUES voicciciscssecscussscsstesisctsncteaccaeansesacesssdeganceusstseseestees General TPS zacni rnane asses densest aie ezeiente Auto Sensor COOK Utensils amp Cover For Sensor Cooking zs UPON ced ccc EEEE TT T 10 APDONGIX a sscctsiesessseccsseisessaatccescesanstscesatsusssersdescasistcceossasisenessesvesnacsteai 11 Troubleshooting Guide x Care and Cleaning 1 Error Message wd boy of fol iterclile ptspeemeprerstectertere tere crre rit ireter peer creer R NE 12 Sa iz Code No DE68 02539A S D MS83HCE fm Page 2 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM Safety 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 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 microwav
14. ifferent outlet The oven s display works but the power won t come on Make sure the door is closed securely e Check to see if packing material or other material is stuck to the door seal Check for door damage e Press Cancel twice and re enter all cooking instructions The power goes off before the set time has elapsed If there has not been a power blackout remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds then plug it in again If there was a power blackout the time indicator will display 4A Aq Reset the clock and any cooking instructions Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse The food is cooking too slowly Make sure the oven is on its own 20 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 strips and allow at least one inch between the foil and interior oven walls The turntable makes noises or sticks e Clean the turntable roller ring and oven floor 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 Care and Cleaning e Follow these inst
15. n removing and opening hot bag from oven Let oven cool for e at least 5 minutes before using again o _ o MS83HCE fm Page 7 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM Operation Defrosting Automatically Setting Cooking Times amp Power Levels To thaw frozen food set the weight of the food and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time power level and standing time 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 button lets you control the 1 Press the Auto Defrost button The display shows 0 kg heating intensity from Warm 1 to High 0 ENTER and kg will flash 2 To set the weight of your food press the Number buttons One stage Cooking Weight selection is possible from 0 1kg to 1 5 kg For simple one stage cooking you only need to set a cooking time The power 3 Press the Start button to begin defrosting level is automatically set to High If you want to set the power to any other level The oven calculates the defrosting time and starts automatically Twice during you must set it using the Power Level button defrosting the oven will beep to let you know when to turn the food over nee f 4 Open the oven door and turn the food over 1 Use the number buttons to set a cooking time You can set a time from one second 5 Press the Start button to resume defrosting to 99 minutes 99 seconds To
16. ou cover a container with its lid or plastic wrap during Sensor Cooking the Auto Sensor will detect the moistures generated after the container has been saturated with steam Shortly before cooking ends the remaining cooking time will begin its s count down This will be a good time for you to rotate or stir the food for even cooking if it is necessary Before auto sensor cooking food may be seasoned with herbs spices or browning sauces A word of caution though salt or sugar may cause burn spots on food so these ingredients should be added after cooking The More Less function buttons 1 Less 0 More are used to increase or decrease cooking time You should use this function to adjust the degree of cooking to suit your personal taste Utensils amp Cover For Sensor Cooking To obtain good cooking results with this function follow the directions for selecting appropriate containers and covers in the charts in this book Always use microwave safe containers and cover them with their lids or with plastic wrap When using plastic wrap turn back one corner to allow steam to escape at the proper rate Always cover with the lid intended for the utensil being used If the utensil does not have its own lid use plastic wrap Fill containers at least half full Foods that require stirring or rotating should be stirred or turned near the end of the Sensor Cook cycle after the time has started to count down on the displa
17. oven is accidentally turned on Error Message If Error1 and Error3 are displayed please let oven cool for at least 5 minutes If these messages are displayed frequently please call our service line e If you open the door on the way to sensing Error4 will be displayed If Error2 is displayed please call our service line immediately If you have a problem you cannot solve Contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after sales service oS D S MS83HCE fm Page 12 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM Appendix Specifications Model Number Oven Cavity Controls Timer Power Source Power Output Outside Dimensions W x H x D Oven Cavity Dimensions W x H x D Net Weight MS83HCE 0 8cuft 23 liter 10 power levels including defrost 99 minutes 99 seconds 240 V 50 Hz 850 Watts IEC 705 489 x 275 x 365 mm 330 x 211 x 329 mm 13 5 kg ELECTRONICS S oe
18. pplied with the oven Wipe the interior and the door seal with a damp cloth before using your microwave oven for the first time IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS During cooking you should look into the oven from time to time when food is being heated 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 Please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally responsible manner 3 o oS Z ZS MS838HCE fm Page 4 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM How a Microwave Oven Works Your New Microwave oven Cooking Principle 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 1 The microwaves generated by the magnetron are distributed uniformly as the food rotates on the turntable The food is thus cooked evenly a 2 The microwaves are absorbed by the food up to a depth of about 1 inch 2 5 cm Cooking then continues as the heat is dissipated within the food Glass tray 3 Cooking times vary according to the recipient used and Roller
19. r each minute you want to add 1 One Minute 7 Sound 2 Auto Defrost 8 Number Buttons 3 Clock 9 More Less 4 One Touch Sensor Cook 10 Kitchen Timer Buttons 11 Power Level 5 Pizza Reheat 12 Pause Cancel INSTANT COOK 13 Start 6 Beverage INSTANT COOK 14 Model Number 9 U MS83HCE fm Page 6 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM o Operation Using the Sensor Cook Buttons Using the Instant Cook Buttons By actually sensing the steam that escapes as food heat this feature automatically adjusts the oven s heating time for various types and amounts of precooked food All food should be precooked and at refrigerator temperature 1 Press the Instant Cook button corresponding to the food you are cooking Beverage for example The display shows the first serving size ENTER and QTY will flash 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 1 Press the Sensor Cook button corresponding to the food you are cooking Popcorn for example The display shows EE and your microwave oven will begin cooking automatically When cooking popcorn wait at least five minutes between each bag to avoid overheating the glass tray If you want to check the current time w
20. ructions 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 e 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 e 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 e Never operate the oven without food in it this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray A good idea is to leave a cup of water in the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the
21. s elapsed ENTER indicator flash and Cloc will be displayed 4 Press Clock again A colon will blink indicating that the time is set If there is a power interruption you will need to reset the clock You can check the current time while cooking is in progress by pressing the Clock button One 1 Minute Clock een 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 Fresh Single Popcorn Potato Vegetables Entrees ND A WP 5 Reheat Sound Beverage To pause the oven during cooking press Pause Cancel once To restart press Start A 2 3 To stop cooking erase instructions and return the oven display to the time of day press Pause Cancel twice 8 4 6 To correct a mistake you have just entered press Pause Cancel once 9 then re enter the instructions Using the One Minute Button vel 1 1 This button offers a convenient way to heat food in one minute increments at the High power level 5 z ee Fel 10 sge 12 14 13 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 fo
22. s toward the center of the turntable Shieldin 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 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 drier foods to assist cooking 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
23. set a time over one minute enter the seconds too 3 x For example to set 20 minutes enter 2 0 0 0 Auto Defrosting Settings 2 To set the power level to something other than High press the Power Level The following table presents the defrosting programme quantities standing times button then use the number buttons to enter a power level and appropriate recommendations Remove all kinds of packaging material before defrosting Place meat poultry Power Levels and fish on a flat microwavable plate 1 PL 10 Warm 6 PL 60 Simmer 2 PL 20 Low 7 PL 70 Medium High Food Portion Standing Recommendation 3 PL 30 Defrost 8 PL 80 Reheat Time 4 PL 40 Medium Low 9 PL 90 Saut Meat 100 1500g 15 60min Shield the edges with aluminium foil 9 Piste Medium 0 PL Hi High Poultry or Turn the pieces over when the oven 3 Press the Start button to begin cooking To change the power level press Pause Fish beeps Cancel before you press Start and re enter all of the instructions This programme is suitable for meat such Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures as steaks chops or minced meat chicken You can set multiple stages of cooking with your microwave pieces whole chicken or fish fillets 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in the One Stage Cooking section on the previous page When entering more than one cooking stage the Power Level button must be pressed befor
24. y e itits not advisable to use the auto sensor cooking feature on a continuous cooking operation i e one cooking operation immediately after another e Install the oven in a well ventilated location for proper cooling and airflow and to ensure the sensor will operate accurately To avoid poor results do not use the Auto sensor when the room ambient temperature is too high or too low Do not use volatile detergent to clean your oven Moisture resulting from this detergent may affect the sensor Avoid placing the oven near high moisture or gas emitting appliances since this will interfere with the proper performance of the Auto Sensor Always keep the inside of the oven clean Wipe all spills with a damp cloth This oven is designed for household use only S D MS83HCE fm Page 11 Wednesday March 5 2003 4 48 PM Appendix Troubleshooting Guide Before you call a repair person for your oven check this list of possible problems and solutions Neither the oven s display nor the oven operate Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet Ifthe 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 d
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