Samsung MC17T8000CS User manual

Microwave Oven
User manual
MC17T8000C*

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Contents
Contents
Important safety instructions 4
What You Need To Know About Safety Instructions 4
Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy 4
Important Safety Symbols And Precautions 5
State Of California Proposition 65 Warning 5
Grounding Instructions 10
Use Of Extension Cords 11
Critical Installation Warnings 12
Installation Cautions 13
Critical Usage Warnings 14
Usage Cautions 16
Critical Cleaning Instructions 18
Setting up your new microwave oven 19
Checking the parts 19
Setting up your microwave oven 20
Checking the control panel 21
Clock Settings 22
Child Lock 22
Eco mode 23
Smart Control 23
Voice Control 24
Auto Connectivity 28
My settings 29
Using your microwave oven 31
Kitchen Timer 31
Vent Fan (High/Mid/Low/Off) 31
Cooktop Lamp (High/Low/Off) 32
Turntable (On/Off) 32
STOP/CLEAR Eco button 32
+30sec button 33
Accessory Combination Guide 33
Popcorn 34
Cookie 35
Slim Fry 36
Example for Slim Fry operation 37
Auto Cook 39
Example for Auto Cook operation 40
Defrost 50
Microwave 52
Convection Bake/Roast 53
Speed Bake/Roast 54
Cookware for cooking with speed bake/roast 55
Food suitable for speed bake/roast 55
Speed Bake/Roast Cooking Guide 56
Grill 57
Keep Warm 58
Steam Clean 59

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Contents
Cookware guide 60
Recommended cooking utensils 60
Limited use items 60
Not recommended 60
Testing utensils 61
Cooking guide 62
Cooking techniques 62
Recommended cooking utensils 63
Guide for cooking eggs in your microwave 63
Guide for cooking vegetables in your microwave 64
Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven 65
Cleaning the exterior 65
Cleaning under your microwave oven 65
Cleaning the control panel 65
Cleaning the door and door seals 65
Cleaning the interior 66
Cleaning the turntable and roller rings 66
Storing and repairing your microwave oven 66
Replacing the cooktop/night light 67
Replacing the oven light 67
Cleaning the grease filter 68
Replacing the charcoal filter 69
Troubleshooting 70
Check points 70
Information codes 75
Appendix 76
Specifications 76
Warranty 77

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Important safety instructions
Congratulations on your new Samsung microwave oven. This manual contains important
information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take time to read
this manual to take full advantage of your microwave oven’s many benefits and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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 microwave oven.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
A. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation
can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
B. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on the sealing surface.
C. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven
door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
1. Door (bent),
2. Hinges and latches, (broken or loosened),
3. Door seals and sealing surface.
D. Only properly qualified service personnel should adjust or repair the oven. Do not
attempt to adjust or repair the oven yourself.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
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.
NOTE
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your
microwave oven, follow these basic safety precautions.
Do NOT attempt. Unplug the power plug from the
wall socket.
Do NOT disassemble. Make sure the machine is grounded
to prevent electric shock.
Do NOT touch. Call the service center for help.
Follow directions explicitly. Note
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Please follow them
explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
WARNING : This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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1. FCC Notice
FCC STATEMENT:
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used
properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply
with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to part
18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following:
• Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Relocate the Microwave Oven with respect to the receiver.
• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the
receiver are on different branch codes.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio of TV interference caused by
unauthorized modification to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to
correct such interference.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should
be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation.

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To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not recommended.
WARNING
Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2. IC Notice
The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For products available in
the US/Canadian markets, only channels 1~11 are available. You cannot select any other
channels.
IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated so there is at
least 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s)
must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including
the following:
WARNING
To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal injury or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
1. Read all safety instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive
microwave energy” on page 4.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlets. See
Important “Grounding instructions” on page 8 of this manual.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers (for example, closed glass
jars) can explode if heated rapidly. Never heat them in a microwave oven.
6. Do not use this appliance for other purposes than cooking. Drying of clothing and
heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of
injury, ignition or fire. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the
manual. Do not put corrosive chemicals or vapors in or on this appliance. This type of
oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial
or laboratory use.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when it is used by children. Keep
children away from the door when opening or closing it as they may bump themselves
on the door or catch their fingers in the door.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
9. This appliance should be repaired or serviced only by qualified service personnel.
Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
11. Do not tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door.
12. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water, for example,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
13. Do not immerse the cord or plug in water.
14. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. (including the back of the oven).
15. Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter.

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16. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together when the door
closes, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft
cloth. Unplug the plug before cleaning.
17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully watch appliance when paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing the bags in the
oven.
c. If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off,
and disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel. If the door is opened, the fire may spread.
d. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
18. Liquids, such as water, milk, coffee, or tea can be overheated beyond the boiling point
without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY
HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A
SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury:
a. Do not overheat liquid.
b. Stir liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
c. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
d. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time
before removing the container.
e. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
19. Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in microwave /
toaster oven as they may create a fire of electric shock.
20. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Piece can burn off the pad and touch electrical
parts involving a risk of electric shock.
21. Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in toaster mode.
22. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in
this oven when not in use.
23. Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil . This will cause
overheating of the oven.

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CAUTION
1. Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on
the hood of the filter.
2. When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
3. Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-
based oven cleaner, may damage the filter.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord that includes a grounding wire and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
• Plug into a grounded, 3 pronged outlet. Do not remove the third (grounding) prong.
Do not use an adaptor or otherwise thwart the safety function of the grounding plug.
• Consult a qualified electrician or service person if you do not understand the
grounding instructions or if you are not sure if the appliance is properly grounded.
• We do not recommend using an extension cord with this appliance. If the power-supply
cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the
appliance. However, if it is necessary to use an extension cord, read and follow the
“Use of Extension Cords” section on the next page.

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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of your becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and you can
use them if you exercise care. If you use a long cord or extension cord:
1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord and it must be plugged into
a 3-slot outlet.
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally. If you use
an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the speed of the blower may vary
when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer too.

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CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS
This appliance must be installed by a qualified technician or service company.
• Failing to have a qualified technician install the oven may result in electric shock,
fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury.
Unpack the oven, remove all packaging material and examine the oven for any
damage such as dents on the interior or exterior of the oven, broken door latches,
cracks in the door, or a door that is not lined up correctly. If there is any damage, do
not operate the oven and notify your dealer immediately.
Make sure to install your oven in a location with adequate space.
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.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded 3 pronged outlet. Your oven should be
the only appliance connected to this circuit.
• 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.
• Ensure that the voltage, frequency and current provided match the product’s
specifications. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Keep all packaging materials out of the reach of children. Children may use them for
play.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Read and follow the specific “Grounding
instructions” found in the beginning of this section. 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 grounded in accordance with local and national codes.
Do not cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord under any
circumstances.
The microwave requires a separate branch circuit single grounded outlet of at least
15A and max of 20A.

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Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily, or dusty location, or in a location
exposed to direct sunlight or water (rain drops).
• 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.
Do not mount over a sink.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power
cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space
behind the appliance.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the power cord when you unplug the oven.
• Unplug the oven by pulling the plug only.
• Failing to unplug may result in electric shock or fire.
When the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center
for a replacement or repair.
INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
Position the oven so that the plug is easily accessible.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.
Unplug the oven when it is not being used for long periods of time or during a
thunder/lightning storm.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

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CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS
If the microwave appliance is flooded, please contact your nearest service center.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive
Microwave Energy”, found in the beginning of this Safety Information Section.
If the microwave generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug it
immediately and contact your nearest service center.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
In the event of a gas leak (propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate the room immediately.
Do not touch the microwave, power cord, or plug.
• Do not use a ventilating fan.
• A spark may result in an explosion or fire.
Take care that the door or any of the other parts do not come into contact with your
body while cooking or just after cooking.
• Failing to do so may result in burns.
In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the oven, smother the
flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid, a cookie
sheet, or a flat tray.
Never leave surface units beneath your oven unattended at high heat settings. Boil
overs cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite and spread if the vent
fan is operating. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware
and use high heat on surface units only when necessary.
If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven
off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel. If the door is opened, the fire may spread.
Use of inadequately sized cookware on top of the stove may result in melting of
microwave door or other damage.
• Always observe safety precautions when using your oven. Never try to repair
the oven on your own. There is dangerous voltage inside. If the oven needs to be
repaired, contact an authorized service center near you.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.
• 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.
• When the oven requires repair, contact your nearest service center.

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If any foreign substance such as water enters the microwave, unplug it, and then
contact your nearest service center.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
• This may result in electric shock.
Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while the appliance is in
operation.
• Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result
in electric shock or fire.
Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children. Packaging materials
can be dangerous to children.
• If a child places a bag over its head, the child can suffocate.
Do not let children or any person with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities use this appliance unsupervised. Make sure that the appliance is out of
the reach of children.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock, burns, or injury.
Do not touch the inside of the appliance immediately after cooking. The inside of the
appliance will be hot.
• The heat on the inside of the oven can cause burns.
Do not put aluminum foil (except as specifically directed in this manual), metal
objects (such as containers, forks, etc.), or containers with golden or silver rims into
the microwave.
• These objects can cause sparks or a fire.
Do not use or place flammable sprays or objects near the oven.
• Heat from the microwave can cause flammable sprays to explode or burn.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or injury.
Do not tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door. Under no
circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet.
Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

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USAGE CAUTIONS
If the surface of the microwave is cracked, turn it off.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock.
Dishes and containers can become hot. Handle with care.
Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Carefully remove container coverings,
directing steam away from your hands and face.
Remove lids from baby food before heating. After heating baby food, stir well to
distribute the heat evenly. Always test the temperature by tasting before feeding the
baby. The glass jar or surface of the food may appear to be cooler than the food in
the interior, which can be so hot that it will burn the infant’s mouth.
Make sure all cookware used in the oven is suitable for microwaving.
Use microwavable cookware in strict compliance with such manufacturer’s
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Do not stand on top of the microwave or place objects (such as laundry, oven covers,
lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the
appliance.
• Items, such as a cloth, may get caught in the door.
• This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
• This may result in electric shock.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.
• As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in electric shock, fire or
problems with the product.
Do not place the appliance over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object.
• This may result in damage to the sink or glass object.
Do not put your face or body close to the appliance while cooking or when opening
the door just after cooking.
• Take care that children do not come too close to the appliance.
• Failing to do so may result in children burning themselves.
Do not place food or heavy objects over the door when opening the door.
• The food or object may fall and this may result in burns or injury.
Do not abruptly cool the door, the inside of the appliance, or the dish by pouring
water over it during or just after cooking.
• This may result in damage to the appliance. The steam or water spray may result
in burns or injury.
Do not cook without the glass tray in place on the oven floor. Food will not cook
properly without the tray.
Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles. The containers can break.
Do not scratch the glass of the oven door with a sharp object.
• This may result in the glass being damaged or broken.
Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when it is in operation.
Do not use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids before use. Sealed containers
can explode due to buildup of pressure even after the oven has been turned off.

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CRITICAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use benzene, thinner, or alcohol to clean the appliance.
• This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock, or fire.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket and
remove food waste from the door and cooking compartment.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Take care not to hurt yourself when cleaning the appliance.
(external/internal)
• You may hurt yourself on the sharp edges of the appliance.
Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaner.
• This may result in corrosion.
Keep the inside of the oven clean. Food particles or spattered oils stuck to the oven walls
or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven.

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Setting up your new microwave oven
Setting up your new microwave oven
Be sure to follow these instructions closely so that your new microwave oven works
properly.
Checking the parts
Carefully unpack your microwave oven, and make sure you’ve received all the parts shown
below. If your microwave oven was damaged during shipping, or if you do not have all the
parts, contact the Samsung Call Center. (Refer to the “Warranty” on page 77.)
Microwave oven
* Ceramic Enamel
Tray * Glass Tray * Roller Guide Ring * Grease Filters (2 ea)
* Charcoal Filter * Exhaust Adaptor * Hardware Kit
(Screws & Brackets)
Manuals
(User & Installation)
Cooking Guide
Manual
Templates
(Top & Wall)
* Low Rack * High Rack
NOTE
If you need an accessory marked with an * (asterisk), please contact the Samsung Call
Center using the phone number listed on the last page of this manual or visit our on-line
parts web site at www.samsungparts.com.

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Setting up your new microwave oven
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Setting up your microwave oven
damp cloth
1. Open the door by pulling the handle on
the right side of the door.
2. Wipe the inside of the oven with a
damp cloth.
pre-assembled roller ring
indentation
3. Install the pre-assembled ring into
the indentation at the center of the
microwave oven.
glass tray
4. Fit the center of the glass tray to the
coupler.
coupler