Samsung MC35J8055 series User manual

Microwave oven
User manual
MC35J8055**
Please be advised that the Samsung warranty does NOT cover
service calls to explain product operation, correct improper
installation, or perform normal cleaning or maintenance.
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Contents
Contents
Using this user manual 3
The following symbols are used in this User Manual: 3
Safety instructions 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) 12
Installation 13
What’s included 13
Installation site 18
Turntable 18
Maintenance 19
Cleaning 19
Replacement (repair) 20
Care against an extended period of disuse 20
Before you start 21
Clock 21
Sound On/Off 22
Power saving 22
About microwave energy 23
Cookware for microwave 24
Operations 26
Control panel 26
Manual mode 29
Auto mode 35
Special functions 37
Cooking Smart 40
Auto cooking 40
Manual cooking 48
Quick & Easy 61
Troubleshooting 62
Checkpoints 62
Information codes 69
Technical specications 70
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Using this user manual
Using this user manual
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contains
valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven:
• Safety precautions
• Suitable accessories and cookware
• Useful cooking tips
• Cooking tips
The following symbols are used in this User 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.
NOTE
Useful tips, recommendations, or information that helps users manipulate the product.
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Safety instructions
Safety instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAKE SURE THAT THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OBEYED AT ALL
TIMES.
BEFORE USING THE OVEN, CONFIRM THAT THE FOLLOWING
INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED.
Microwave function only
WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be
operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to
carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a
cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed
containers since they are liable to explode.
This appliance is intended to be used in household only and it is not
intended to be used such as:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working
environments;
• farm houses;
• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.
WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without supervision
when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to
use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper
use.
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Safety instructions
WARNING: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children unless they are aged from 8 years and above and
supervised.
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the
oven due to the possibility of ignition.
The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages.
Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers,
sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or
re.
If smoke is emitted (observed), switch off or unplug the appliance and
keep the door closed in order to stie any ames.
WARNING: Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed
eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the
container.
WARNING: The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be
stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in
order to avoid burns.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated
in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave
heating has ended.
The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
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Safety instructions
Safety instructions
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to
deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the
appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
The appliance is not intended for installing in road vehicles, caravans
and similar vehicles etc.
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.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
The appliance should not be cleaned with a water jet.
This oven should be positioned proper direction and height permitting
easy access to cavity and control area.
Before using the your oven rst time, oven should be operated with the
water during 10 minute and then used.
If the oven generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke is
emitted, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest
service center.
The microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is accessible.
The microwave oven is intended to be used on the counter top
(freestanding) use only, the microwave oven shall not be placed in a
cabinet.
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Safety instructions
Oven function only - Optional
WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode,
children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the
temperatures generated.
During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid
touching heating elements inside the oven.
WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children
should be kept away.
A steam cleaner is not to be used.
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off before replacing
the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the
oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in
shattering of the glass.
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during
use.
Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements.
Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
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Safety instructions
Safety instructions
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance
is operating.
The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is
operating.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8
years.
Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external
timer or separate remote-control system.
General safety
WARNING
Only qualied staff should be allowed to modify or repair the appliance.
Do not heat liquids and other food in sealed containers for microwave function.
For your safety, do not use high-pressure water cleaners or steam jet cleaners.
Do not install this appliance; near heater, inammable material; in a humid, oily or dusty
location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water or where gas may leak; on un
level ground.
This appliance must be properly grounded in accordance with local and national codes.
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.
Do not pull or excessively bend or place heavy objecton the power cord.
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate immediately without
touching the power plug.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in progress.
Do not insert ngers or foreign substances, If any foreign substance such as water has
entered the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service centre.
Do not apply excessive pressure or impact to the appliance.
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Do not place the oven over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object.
Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, steam cleaner or high pressure cleaner to clean the
appliance.
Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the product
specications.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket rmly. Do not use a multiple plug adapter, an
extension cord or an electric transformer.
Do not hook the power cord on a metal object, insert the power cord between the objects or
behind the oven.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket. When the
power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service centre.
Do not pour or directly spray water onto the oven.
Do not place objects on the oven, inside or on the door of the oven.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the oven.
Do not store ammable materials in the oven. Take special care when heating dishes or
drinks that contain alcohol as alcohol vapours may contact a hot part of the oven.
Keep children away from the door when opening or closing it as they may bump themselves
on the door or catch their ngers in the door.
WARNING: Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore
care must be taken when handling the container; To prevent this situation 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.
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.
Do not put the tray or rack in water shortly after cooking because it may cause breakage or
damage of the tray or rack.
Do not operate the microwave oven for deep fat frying because the oil temperature cannot
be controlled. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid.
CAUTION
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens; DO NOT use any metallic
containers, Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings, Skewers, forks, etc.
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Safety instructions
Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags.
Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.
Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or clothes.
Use shorter times for smaller amounts of food to prevent overheating and burning food.
Do not immerse the power cable or power plug in water and keep the power cable away
from heat.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens
since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended; Also do not heat airtight
or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers, nuts inshells, tomatoes etc.
Do not cover the ventilation slots with cloth or paper. They may catch re as hot air escapes
from the oven. The oven may also overheat and switch itself off automatically, and will
remain off until it cools sufciently.
Always use oven mitts when removing a dish from the oven to avoid unintentional burns.
Stir liquids halfway during heating or after heating ends and allow the liquid stand at least
20 seconds after heating to prevent eruptive boiling.
Stand at arms length from the oven when opening the door to avoid getting scalded by
escaping hot air or steam.
Do not operate the microwave oven when it is empty. The microwave oven will automatically
shut down for 30 minutes for safety purposes. We recommend placing a glass of water inside
the oven at all times to absorb microwave energy in case the microwave oven is started
accidentally.
Install the oven in compliance with the clearances stated in this manual. (See installing your
microwave oven.)
Take care when connecting other electrical appliances to sockets near the oven.
Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave
energy. (Microwave function only)
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.
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