Samsung MC35J8085 series User manual

Microwave Oven
User manual
MC35J8085**
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Contents
ContentsContents
Using this user manual 3
The following symbols are used in this User Manual: 3
Safety instructions 4
important safety instructions 4
Product group denition 12
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) 12
Installation 16
What’s included 16
Installation site 21
Turntable 21
Maintenance 22
Cleaning 22
Replacement (repair) 23
Care against an extended period of disuse 23
Before you start 24
Clock 24
Sound On/Off 25
Power saving 25
About microwave energy 26
Cookware for microwave 27
Operations 29
Control panel 29
Manual mode 32
Auto mode 39
Special functions 41
Cooking Smart 43
Auto cooking 43
Manual cooking 51
Quick & Easy 65
Troubleshooting 66
Checkpoints 66
Information codes 73
Technical specications 74
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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
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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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
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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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
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.
Do not place the oven over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object.
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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.
Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags.
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Safety instructions
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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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 rst 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 qualied
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 (bent)
2) door hinges (broken or loose)
3) door seals and sealing surfaces
D. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly qualied
microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.
Samsung will charge a repair fee for replacing an accessory or repairing a cosmetic defect
if the damage to the unit and/or damage to or loss of the accessory was caused by the
customer. Items this stipulation covers include:
A. A dented, scratched, or broken door, handle, out-panel, or control panel.
B. A broken or missing tray, guide roller, coupler, or wire rack.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual.
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 centre or nd help and information online at www.samsung.com.
• This microwave oven is supposed for heating food. It is intended for domestic home-
use only. Do not heat any type of textiles or cushions lled with grains, which could
cause burns and re. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by
improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
• 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 possible result in a
hazardous situation.
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Product group denition
This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The denition of group 2 which contains
all ISM equipment in which radio-frequency energy is intentionally generated and/or used in
the form of electromagnetic radiation for the treatment of material, and EDM and arc welding
equipment.
For Class B equipment is equipment suitable for use in domestic establishments and in
establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies
buildings used for domestic purposes.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic
Equipment)
(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that
the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset,
USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste
at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal,
please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle
them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they
purchased this product, or their local government ofce, for details
of where and how they can take these items for environmentally
safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and
conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic
accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for
disposal.
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Installation & wiring instructions
Important note :
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse.
The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a
fuse approved to BS1363 of the same rating must be used.
Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement
fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug.
Replacement covers are available from your Dealer. If the tted plug is not suitable for the
power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point, you
should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your Dealer for assistance.
However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely
dispose of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains socket, as there is a risk of shock
hazard from the bared exible cord.
Wiring instructions
WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
This appliance must be earthed. In the event of an electrical short circuit, earthing reduces
the risk of electric shock providing an escape wire for the electric current. The appliance is
equipped with a mains lead which includes an earth wire for connecting to the earth terminal
of your mains plug. The plug must be plugged into a socket that is properly installed and
earthed.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
•Green and yellow : Earth
•Blue : Neutral
•Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings indentifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
Connect the green and yellow wire to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E or the
earth symbol ( ) or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
Connect the blue wire to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black.
IMPORTANT: Consult a qualied electrician or service technician if in doubt about any of
these instructions.
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The manufacturer of this oven will not accept any liability for damage to persons or material
for non observance of these requirements.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the oven and if the mains lead of this appliance
is damaged, it must only be replaced by qualied service personnel approved by the
manufacturer because special tools are required.
WARNING: Ensure that the plug and power
cord are not damaged before use. If you
have any reason to remove the moulded
plug from this appliance, immediately
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug.
Do not connect the plug to a mains socket
under any circumstances as there is a
danger of electric shock.
CIRCUITS: Your microwave oven should be
operated on a separate circuit from other
appliances. Failure to do this may cause
the circuit breaker to trip, the fuse to blow,
or the food to cook more slowly.
01 GREEN AND YELLOW
02 13 AMP FUSE
03 BLUE
04 BROWN
Cooking instructions on food packaging
Microwave Symbols
On the front of your oven there is a microwave oven symbol, as shown below.
This symbol has been introduced for your benet when cooking or
reheating packaged food.
Packaged food is also, increasingly, using a microwave symbol
similar to the one below. When you see this
Symbol on food packaging, cooking instructions are based on either
the IEC Power Output Rating, or the Reheating Categories A, B, C, D
or E.
01 02
03 04
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Cooking instructions
The IEC Power Output rating is an internationally standardised rating, so all microwave
manufacturers now use the same method of measuring power output.
If food packaging gives cooking instructions based on IEC Power ratings, set cooking times
according to the IEC Power of your oven.
For example :
If the cooking instructions are based on a 650 W oven, then you will need to reduce some
cooking time for the MC35J8085** (900 W).
Ready meals are now very convenient and popular. These are meals which are already
prepared and cooked by the food manufacturer, and then frozen, chilled or vacuum sealed for
long life.
Increasingly, heating times for such ready meals are being based on the Heating Categories
A, B, C, D and E.
On this instance, simply match the heating category of your oven to the instructions on the
food package, and set your timer accordingly.
For example :
If the heating instructions are 3 minutes on HIGH for a D category oven, then you will need
to set your timer for less than 3 minutes on HIGH for the MC35J8085** (E category).
IMPORTANT: Always remember that cooking instructions are intended only as a guide. If you
have followed the instructions and the food is still not piping hot throughout, simply return it
to the oven and cook it until it is.
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Installation
What’s included
Make sure all parts and accessories are included in the product package.
If you have a problem with the oven or accessories, contact a local
Samsung customer centre or the retailer.
Oven at a glance
01
02
03 04
01 Control panel 02 Safety Door Lock 03 Door Handle
04 Door
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Accessories
The oven comes with different accessories that help you prepare
different types of food.
Roller ring Turntable Crusty plate
Low rack High rack Steam cooker *
Pro Steamer * Glass container * Barbecue set *
NOTE
Availability of accessories with an asterisk (*) depends on the oven
model.
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Installation
Roller ring Put in the centre of the base. It supports the
turntable.
Turntable Put on the roller ring with the centre tting the
coupler. It serves as a cooking base.
Racks Use one of these racks as appropriate to cook
two dishes simultaneously. A smaller dish on the
turntable, and the other on the selected rack.
You can use these racks with Grill Convection or
Combination Cooking.
NOTE
Do not use wire racks with Microwave mode.
Crusty plate Put on the turntable. Use this to brown food, or to
keep pastries or pizza crisp.
Steam cooker (MC35J8085P* model only)
•Use the Steam cooker with Power Steam.
•The Steam cooker is available only with
Microwave cooking. Do not use with other
cooking modes.
•See the Steam cooking guide on page 63.
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Pro Steamer (MC35J8085L* and MC35J8085V* models only)
•The Pro Steamer is a set of the stainless-steel
cover, steam tray, and Crusty plate, which is
designed for steam cooking. Use the Pro Steamer
to brown food such as pastry and pizza dough
with Microwave mode. Do not use with other
cooking modes.
•See the Steam cooking guide on page 63.
CAUTION
•The Pro Steamer is dedicated to this model. Do
not use the Pro Steamer with other models or
products. A re or property damage may occur.
•Do not use the Pro Steamer without water or
food inside. Fill the Pro Steamer with at least 500
ml of water before use. Otherwise, cooking may
be incomplete, or a re or property damage may
occur.
•Make sure to use oven gloves when taking
the Pro Steamer out because the Pro Steamer
becomes very hot when cooking is complete.
•Make sure to properly assemble the Pro Steamer
including the cover before cooking. Eggs or
chestnuts may explode without the cover or
Crusty plate.
Glass container (MC35J8085P* and MC35J8085V* models only)
•Put the Glass container on the turntable, and
place the roasting stand on the container for
roasting.
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Installation
Barbecue set (MC35J8085P* and MC35J8085V* models only)
The barbecue set consists of the roasting spit,
coupler barbecue, and 6 skewers, making up
the vertical multi-spit. Use this barbecue set to
barbecue whole meats such as chicken. This set
removes the need to turn the meat over manually,
and can be also used with Grill combination mode.
Vertical multi-spit
Use the vertical multi-spit with 6 kebab skewers
with Convection or Combination mode to barbecue
meat or vegetables that have been cut into pieces.
First put the roasting spit
on the Glass container, and
insert the multi-spit into the
roasting spit.
CAUTION
•When cooking is complete, use oven gloves to
take out the multi-spit because the multi-spit
becomes very hot.
•Do not clean the multi-spit with dishwashers.
Clean the multi-spit manually with neutral
detergent and lukewarm water.
NOTE
Do not operate the oven without the turntable on the roller ring.
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