Samsung GW71B Manual

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Microwave oven
Owner’s instructions & Cooking guide
GW71B
This manual is made with 100% recycled paper.
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CONTENTS OVEN
1. DOOR
2. VENTILATION HOLES
3. GRILL
4. LIGHT
5. VARIABLE COOKING POWER
CONTROL KNOB
6. TIMER KNOB
7. DOOR LATCHES
8. TURNTABLE
9. COUPLER
10. ROLLER RING
11. SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES
12. OPEN DOOR PUSH BUTTON
Oven .......................................................................................................2
Accessories.............................................................................................3
Control panel...........................................................................................3
Using this instruction booklet...................................................................4
Safety information....................................................................................4
Installing your microwave oven ................................................................11
What to do if you are in doubt or have a problem.....................................11
Cooking/Reheating..................................................................................12
Stopping the cooking ..............................................................................12
Power levels ............................................................................................12
Adjusting the cooking Time .....................................................................12
Manual defrosting food............................................................................13
Using the instant reheat/cook feature.......................................................13
Instant reheat/cook settings.....................................................................13
Choosing the accessories........................................................................13
Grilling .....................................................................................................14
Combining microwaves and the grill.........................................................14
Cookware guide ......................................................................................15
Cooking guide .........................................................................................16
Cleaning your microwave oven ................................................................25
Technical specifications ...........................................................................25
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ACCESSORIES
Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with
several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways.
1. Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the
base of the oven.
Purpose : The coupler rotates the turntable.
2. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.
Purpose : The roller ring supports the turntable.
3. Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the
centre fitting to the coupler.
Purpose : The turntable serves as the main
cooking surface; it can be easily
removed for cleaning.
4. Metal rack, to be placed on the turntable.
Purpose : The metal rack can be used in grill and
combination cooking.
DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and
turntable.
CONTROL PANEL
1. DEFROST
2. COOKING POWER CONTROL
KNOB
3. TIMER KNOB
4. GRILL
5. COMBI
6. INSTANT REHEAT
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USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s
Instructions contain much valuable information on cooking with your
microwave oven:
• Safetyprecautions
• Suitableaccessoriesandcookware
• Usefulcookingtips
Inside the cover you will find a quick look-up guide explaining four basic
cooking operations:
• Cookingfood
• AutoPowerDefrostingoffood
• Grillingfood
• Addingextracookingtime
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.
SAFETY INFORMATION
• Beforeoperatingtheappliance,pleasereadthismanualthoroughly
and retain it at a safe place near the appliance for your future
reference.
• Usethisapplianceonlyforitsintendedpurposeasdescribedin
this instruction manual. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety. Warnings and Important
Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common
sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating
your appliance.
• Becausethesefollowingoperatinginstructionscovervariousmodels,
the characteristics of your microwave oven may differ slightly from
those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be
applicable. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your
nearest service center or find help and information online at www.
samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and precautions.
The following symbols are used in the text of this Owner’s Manual:
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor
personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock,
or personal injury when using your microwave oven,
follow these basic safety precaution.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent
electric shock.
Call the service center for help.
Note
Important
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Severe warning signs for installation
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified
microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer. Please see
the section “Installing your Microwave Oven”.
Plug the power cord into the proper wall socket or higher and use the
socket for this appliance only. Plug the power plug into the wall socket
firmly. In addition, do not use an extension cord.
- Failure to do so and sharing a wall socket with other appliances
using a power strip or extending the power cord may result in electric
shock or fire.
- Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or
fire.
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified
technician or service company.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion,
problems with the product, or injury.
The microwave oven is intended to be used on the counter or counter
top use only, the microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet.
Do not install this appliance near a heater, inflammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a
location exposed to direct sunlight and water (rain drops).
Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
The appliance is not intended for installing in road vehicles, caravans
and similar vehicles etc.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or
telephone line.
- This may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, or problems with
the product.
- Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded
correctly and make sure that it is in accordance with local and
national codes.
Caution signs for installation
This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible
to the power plug.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric
leakage.
Install your appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its
weight.
- Failure to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems
with the product.
Install the appliance while maintaining the proper distance from the wall.
- Failure to do so may result in fire due to overheating.
The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of
the oven.
Severe warning signs for electric
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power
plug terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
- Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the
cord runs towards the floor.
- If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction,
the electric wires within the cable may be damaged and this may
result in electric shock or fire.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a damaged
power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
WARNING CAUTION
WARNING
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