Samsung M1638 Service manual

MICROWAVE OVEN
M1638 / M1618
Owner’s Instructions
and Cooking Guide
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Quick Look-up Guide (M1638)
If you want to cook some food
1 Place the food in the oven.
Select the power level by pressing the button once or more
times.
2 Select the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min or 10s
buttons as required.
3 Press the button.
Result: Cooking starts.
The oven beeps four times when cooking is over.
If you want to defrost some food
1 Place the frozen food in the oven.
Press the Auto ( ) button.
Result:The following indication is displayed:
If you want to add an extra minute
1 Leave the food in the oven.
Press +30s once or more times for each extra 30 seconds that
you wish to add.
2 Select the weight by pressing the 100g buttons as required.
3 Press the button.
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Quick Look-up Guide (M1618)
If you want to cook some food
1 Place the food in the oven.
Select the power level by rotating the COOKING POWER
CONTROL knob.
2 Select the cooking time by rotating the TIMER knob.
If you want to defrost some food
1 Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to ( ).
If you want to adjust the cooking time
1 Leave the food in the oven.
Turn the TIMER knob to desired time.
2 Turn the TIMER knob to select the appropriate time.
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Contents
Quick Look-up Guide................................................................................2
Oven ........................................................................................................5
Control Panel............................................................................................6
Accessories ..............................................................................................8
Using this Instruction Booklet ..................................................................9
Safety Precautions....................................................................................10
Installing Your Microwave Oven................................................................12
Setting the Time(M1638) ..........................................................................12
How a Microwave Oven Works ................................................................13
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly......................................14
What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem..................................15
Cooking/Reheating....................................................................................16
Power Levels ............................................................................................17
Stopping the Cooking................................................................................18
Adjusting the Cooking Time ......................................................................18
Using the Instant Reheat Feature ............................................................19
Instant Reheat Settings ............................................................................20
Using the Auto Defrost Feature (M1638)..................................................21
Manual Defrosting Food (M1618) ............................................................21
Auto Defrost Settings (M1638) ................................................................22
Multistage Cooking (M1638) ....................................................................23
Cookware Guide ......................................................................................24
Cooking Guide ..........................................................................................25
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven................................................................32
Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven ..........................................33
Technical Specifications............................................................................34
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Oven
SAFETY
INTERLOCK HOLES
TURNTABLE
DOOR LATCHES
VENTILATION HOLES LIGHT
DISPLAY
OPEN DOOR
PUSH BUTTON
ROLLER RING
DOOR COUPLER
CONTROL PANEL
SAFETY
INTERLOCK HOLES
TURNTABLE
DOOR LATCHES
VENTILATION HOLES LIGHT TIMER KNOB
OPEN DOOR
PUSH BUTTON
ROLLER RING
COUPLER
DOOR
VARIABLE COOKING
POWER CONTROL
KNOB
Model : M1638
Model : M1618
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Control Panel (M1638)
DISPLAY
INSTANT
REHEAT
SELECTION
WEIGHT
SELECTION
MICROWAVE
MODE
SELECTION
AUTO DEFROST
FATURE
SELECTION
CLOCK
SETTING
STOP / CANCEL
BUTTON START
BUTTON
TIME SETTING
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Control Panel (M1618)
OPEN DOOR
PUSH BUTTON
INSTANT
REHEAT
DEFROST
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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.
☛DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring
and turntable.
1Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the base of the oven.
Purpose: The coupler rotates the turntable.
2Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.
Purpose: The roller ring supports the turntable.
3Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the centre fitting onto the
coupler.
Purpose: The turntable serves as the main cooking surface. It can be
easily removed for cleaning.
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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 three basic
cooking operations:
◆Cooking food
◆Defrosting 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.
The step-by-step procedures use two different symbols.
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 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.
☛
➢
Important Note
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Safety Precautions
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:
◆ Metallic containers
◆ Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings
◆ Skewers, forks, etc.
Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.
2. DO NOT heat:
◆ Airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers
Ex) Baby food jars
◆ 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls.
Reason: These walls may be hot enough to burn even after cooking has finished, although
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.
7. 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
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Safety Precautions (continued)
8. 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.
◆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.
◆A risk of delayed eruptive boiling exists.
◆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.
◆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.
◆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.
◆ 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.
◆Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power 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.
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. “Clicking” sound might be noticed while operating, especially at defrosting mode.
Reason: When the electrical power output is changing, you may hear that sound.
This is normal.
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.
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 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.
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Installing Your Microwave Oven
Place the oven on a flat, level surface strong enough to safely bear the weight
of the oven.
☛Never block the air vents as the oven may overheat and automatically switch itself off. It will
remain inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently.
☛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
(I-SHENG SP022, KDK KKP4819D, EUROELECTRIC 3410,SAMIL SP-106B, MOONSUNG
EP-48E). Contact your local dealer to have it replaced. The power cable of ISRAEL is
PENCON(ZD16A), S/AFRICAAPEX LEADS SA16 and NIGERIA, GHANA, KENYA and
U.A.E is PENCON(UD13A1).
☛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.
1When you install your oven, Make sure there is adequate
ventilation for your oven by leaving at least 10 cm (4 inches) of
space behind, on the sides of the oven and 20 cm (8 inches) of
above.
20 cm
above 10 cm
behind
10 cm
on the side
2Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
Install the roller ring and turntable.
Check that the turntable rotates freely.
Setting the Time (M1638)
Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. The time can be displayed in either
the 24-hour or 12-hour notation. You must set the clock:
◆When you first install your microwave oven
◆After a power failure
➢Do not forget to reset the clock when you switch to and from summer and
winter time.
1
To display the time in the... Then press the button...
24-hour notation Once
12-hour notation Twice
3 When the right time is displayed, press the button again to start
the clock.
Result: The time is displayed whenever you are not using the
microwave oven.
2 Set the hour with the hbutton and the minutes with the min
buttons.
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How a Microwave Oven Works
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released
enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the
colour.
You can use your microwave oven to:
◆Defrost
◆Instant Reheat
◆Cook
Cooking Principle
☛As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation, cooking
continues even when you have taken the food out of the oven.
Standing times specified in recipes and in this booklet must
therefore be respected to ensure:
◆Even cooking of the food right to the centre
◆The same temperature throughout the food
1The microwaves generated by the magnetron are distributed uniformly as the
food rotates on the turntable. The food is thus cooked evenly.
2The 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.
3Cooking times vary according to the recipient used and the properties of the
food: ◆Quantity and density
◆Water content
◆Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)
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Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly
The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is work-
ing correctly at all times.
First, place a bowl of water on the turntable.
Model : M1638
Model : M1618
➢The oven must be plugged into an appropriate wall socket. The turntable
must be in position in the oven. If a power level other than the maximum
is used, the water takes longer to boil.
1 Press the button and set the time to 4-5 minutes by pressing
the 1min button the appropriate number of times.
2Press button.
Result:The oven heats the water for 4 to 5 minutes.
The water should then be boiling.
1 Set the power level to maximum by turning COOKING POWER
CONTROL knob.
2Set the time 4 to 5 minutes by turning the TIMER knob.
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If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given.
● This is normal.
• Condensation inside the oven
• Air flow around the door and outer casing
• Light reflection around the door and outer casing
• Steam escaping from around the door or vents
● The oven does not start when you press the button.(M1638)
• Is the door completely closed?
● The oven does not start when you turn the TIMER knob.(M1618)
• Is the door completely closed?
● The food is not cooked at all
• Have you set the timer correctly and/or pressed the button?(M1638)
• Have you set the timer correctly? (M1618)
• Is the door closed?
• Have you overloaded the electric circuit and caused a fuse to blow or a breaker to
be triggered?
● The food is either overcooked or undercooked
• Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food?
• Was an appropriate power level chosen?
● Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven (arcing)
• Have you used a dish with metal trimmings?
• Have you left a fork or other metal utensil inside the oven?
• Is aluminium foil too close to the inside walls?
● The oven causes interference with radios or televisions
• 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.
• 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.(M1638)
➢ If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem, contact your
local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service.
What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem
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Cooking / Reheating
The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food.
ALWAYS check your cooking settings before leaving the oven unattended.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door
Model : M1638
☛
Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty.
➢If you wish to heat a dish for a short period of time at maximum power(750W),
simply press the +30s
button once for each 30 seconds of cooking time. The oven starts
immediately.
Model : M1618
☛
Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty
➢You can change the power level during cooking by turning the COOKING
POWER CONTROL knob.
1 Press the button.
Result:The 750W (maximum cooking power) indications are
displayed: Select the appropriate power level by pressing
the button again until the corresponding wattage is
displayed. Refer to the power level table on the next page.
2Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min and
10s buttons.
3Press the button.
Result: The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating.
Cooking starts and when it has finished the oven beeps
four times.
1 Set the power level to maximum by turning COOKING POWER
CONTROL knob.
(MAXIMUM POWER : 750 W)
2 Set the time by turning TIMER knob.
Result:The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating.
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Power Levels
You can choose among the power levels below.
Power Level Output
M1638 M1618
HIGH 750 W 750 W
MEDIUM HIGH 600 W 600 W
MEDIUM 450 W 450 W
MEDIUM LOW 300 W 300 W
DEFROST( ) 180 W 180 W
LOW / KEEP WARM 100 W 100 W
➢
◆
If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be decreased.
◆ If you select lower power level, the cooking time must be increased.
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Stopping the Cooking
You can stop cooking at any time to check the food.
Model : M1638
☛
You can also cancel any setting before starting by simply pressing Cancel ( ) button.
Model : M1618
1To stop temporarily;
Open the door.
Result: Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the door and
press again.
2To stop Completely;
Press the button.
Result: The cooking stops.
If you wish to cancel the cooking settings, press the
Cancel( ) button again.
1To stop temporarily;
Open the door.
Result: Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the door.
2To stop completely;
Turn the TIMER knob to “0”.
Adjusting the Cooking Time
Model : M1638
You can increase the cooking time by pressing the +30s button once for each
30 seconds to be added.
Model : M1618
Press the +30s button once for each 30 seconds to be added.
Adjust the remaining cooking time by rotating the TIMER knob
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Using the Instant Reheat Feature
Model : M1638
With the Instant Reheat feature, the cooking time is set automatically and you
do not have to press the button. You can adjust the number of servings by
pressing the appropriate Instant Reheat button the required number of times.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
Example: Press the button three times to reheat three cups of coffee. Refer to the table below.
➢Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
Model : M1618
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
➢Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
Press the Instant Reheat button which you want the required
number of times
Result: Cooking starts after about two seconds. When it has finished:
1) The oven beeps four times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times
(once every minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
1Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to Max Power.
2Turn the TIMER knob to select Instant Reheat.
(drinks or soup/sauce, fresh vegetables).
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Instant Reheat Settings (M1638)
The following table presents the various Instant Reheat Programmes, quantities,
standing times and appropriate recommendations.
Button Serving Type Serving Standing Recommendations
Size Time
Ready Meal 300-350 g 2 mins Put the meal on a ceramic plate and cover it
Chilled with microwave cling film. This programme is
suitable for the meals consisting of 3
components e.g. meat with sauce, vegetables
and side dishes like potatoes, rice or pasta.
Drinks 150 ml(1cup) 1-2 mins Pour the liquid into ceramic cups and reheat
Coffee, milk, 300 ml(2cups) uncovered. Place 1 cup in the centre, 2 cups
tea, water 450 ml(3cups) opposite of each other and 3 or 4 cups in a circle.
Leave them to stand in the microwave oven.
Stir the drinks before and after standing time and
be careful while taking the cups out
(see safety instructions for liquids).
Soup/Sauce 200 - 250 ml 2 mins Pour the soup/sauce into a deep ceramic soup
Chilled 400 - 450 ml plate or bowl and cover during heating and
standing time. Stir before and after standing
time.
Instant Reheat Setting (M1618)
Here are a few tips and recommendations to be followed when reheating food
with the Instant Reheat Feature.
Symbol Serving Type Serving Size Cooking Time Standing Time
Drinks 150 ml 1 min 20 sec 1-2 mins
Soup/Sauce 200-250 ml 3 min 25 sec 2-3 mins
Fresh vegetables 300 - 350 g 6 min 10 sec 3 mins
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