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SMH1816
Microwave Oven
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IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS safety AND PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in this user information manual mean: Congratulations on your new Samsung Hazards or unsafe practices that microwave oven. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of may result in severe personal WARNING your appliance. Please take time to read this injury or death. manual to take full advantage of your microwave oven’s many benefits and features. Hazards or unsafe practices th
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17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity. IMPORTANT SAFETY a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials INSTRUCTIONS are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. When using any electrical appliance, basic safety b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags precautions should be followed, including the following: before placing the bags in the oven. c. If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door clo
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Make sure to install your oven in a location with GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS adequate space. This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of from the power plug terminals and contact points electric shock by providing an escape wire for the using a dry cloth on a regular basis. electrical current. This appliance is equipped with a cord • Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry
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When the power plug or power cord is damaged, Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the contact your nearest service center for a appliance yourself. replacement or repair. • Because a high voltage current enters the product chassis during operation, opening the chassis can result in electric shock or fire. • You may be exposed to electromagnetic waves. INSTALLATION CAUTION • When the oven requires repair, contact your CAUTIONS nearest service center. Position the oven so that t
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Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked USAGE CAUTIONS CAUTION bottles. The containers can break. Do not scratch the glass of the oven door with a If the surface of the microwave is cracked, turn it off. sharp object. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock. • This may result in the glass being damaged or Dishes and containers can become hot. Handle with broken. care. Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Carefully whe
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contents SETTING UP YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN COOKING GUIDE 8 Checking the parts 17 General microwave tips 8 17 8 Warranty and service information 18 Cooking meat 8 Setting up your microwave oven 18 Cooking poultry 9 Checking the control panel 19 Cooking seafood 10 Turning on the power for the first 19 Cooking eggs time 19 Cooking vegetables 10 Setting the time 19 Recipes 10 Child Lock 10 My Settings CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 20 Cleaning the exte
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE setting up your INFORMATION To help us to serve you better, please complete the enclosed registration card and promptly return it by mail. microwave oven If the registration card is missing, you can call Samsung Electronics, Inc., at Be sure to follow these instructions closely so 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or register online at that your new microwave oven works properly. www.samsung.com/register. When contacting Samsung, please provide the specific model and serial nu
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01 SETTING UP YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN CHECKING THE CONTROL PANEL Display See page 12 See page 15 See page 14 See page 14 See page 16 See page 13 See page 10 See page 16 See page 15 See page 10 See page 10-11 See page 10 setting up your new microwave oven _9 SMH1816_XAA_DE68-03942A_EN+MES.indb 9 2012-10-09 �� 3:29:13
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TURNING ON THE POWER FOR THE FIRST TIME using your The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet, the display turns on after four seconds with: PLEASE PRESS CLOCK AND SET TIME OF DAY microwave oven This will also occur after a power interruption Cooking has never been easier than with your new Samsung microwave oven. SETTING THE TIME The following section describes everything you Your microwave oven is equipped with a built-in clock. need to know about using your microwave oven.
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02 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN The shelf gives you the option to reheat more SET TIMER BUTTON than one dish at the same time. You can set the microwave so the light turns on and off automatically at a preset time. The light comes on at the same time every day until reset. 1. Press the Set Timer button. 2. Use the Number button to set the light on time. 3. Press the Enter/Start button. 4. Use the Number button to select AM or PM. 5. Press the Enter/Start button. 6. Use the Number button to set t
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SENSOR COOKING BUTTONS The Sensor Cooking buttons let you cook favorite foods using preset power levels and times at the touch of a button. If the food is not thoroughly cooked or reheated when you use the auto cook feature, complete the cooking process by selecting a power level and cooking the food for an additional amount of time. Do not use the Sensor Cooking buttons continuously. The oven must cool for 5 minutes between uses or the food will overcook. CAUTION Sensor cooking utensils & co
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02 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Sensor reheating table Follow the instructions below when reheating different types of food. Food Amount Procedure Use only precooked, refrigerated foods. Cover the plate with vented plastic wrap or waxed paper tucked under the plate. If the food is not as hot as you would like after using the Sensor Reheat function, continue 1 serving heating using additional time and power. Dinner plate (1 plate) Contents: 3-4 oz. meat, poultry or fish (up to 6 oz. with bone) ½
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SOFTEN/MELT BUTTON 1. Press the Soften/Melt button. The display will show: SELECT MENU 1 TO 4. (Refer to the Soften/Melt table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the amount. Only number 1 (serving) is available for the Melt Chocolate and Soften Cream Cheese options. (Refer to the Soften/Melt table for the serving size). 3. Press the Start button to begin cooking. Soften / Melt table Menu / item No. / Amount Remarks R
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02 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SNACKS BUTTON 1. Press the Snacks button. The display will show SELECT MENU 1 TO 4. (Refer to the snack bar table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size. Only number 1 (serving) is available for Nachos. (Refer to the snack bar table for the serving size). 3. Press the Start button to begin cooking. Snack bar table Menu / item No. / Amount Remarks 1 5-6 pcs Cheese sticks Place
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Power Levels The 10 power levels allow you to choose the optimal cookware guide power level for your cooking needs. For food to cook in the microwave oven, the 1 Warm 6 Simmer microwaves must be able to penetrate the food without being reflected or absorbed by the dish. 2 Low 7 Medium high It is important to choose the correct cookware, 3 Defrost 8 Reheat therefore, look for cookware that is marked 4 Medium low 9 Sauté microwave-safe. 5 Medium 10 High The following table lists various types
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04 COOKING GUIDE Cookware Comments cooking guide Glassware Microwave energy actually penetrates food, Oven-to-table Can be used, unless decorated attracted and absorbed by the water, fat and ware with a metal trim. sugar in the food. The microwaves cause the Fine Can be used to warm foods or molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid glassware liquids. Delicate glass may break movement of these molecules creates friction or crack if heated suddenly. and the resulting heat cooks the
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Turning Remove After standing Food Turn foods over midway through the cooking cycle from oven (10 MIN.) to expose all parts to the microwave energy. This is Beef Rare 135 °F 145 °F especially important with large items such as roasts. Medium 150 °F 160 °F Standing Well Done 160 °F 170 °F Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after the oven Pork Medium 150 °F 160 °F stops. Let foods stand to complete the cooking process, especially foods
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04 COOKING GUIDE the tips toward the center. COOKING SEAFOOD When cooking cut vegetables, always cover the dish with Place the fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a a lid or vented microwavable plastic wrap. microwave-safe dish. Use a tight cover to steam the fish. Whole, unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes, squash, A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel will decrease eggplant, etc., should have their skins pierced in several steaming. Cook the fish until it flakes easily with
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Warm potato salad 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces cleaning and 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces ¼ cup chopped onion 2 tsp. sugar maintaining your 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. flour ½ tsp. celery seed microwave oven 1/8 tsp. pepper 2½ Tbs. apple cider vinegar Keeping your microwave oven clean improves 1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine the potatoes and its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, ¼ cup water. Cover with lid. Cook at High until the and lengthens its
