Samsung MG23H3125 series Manual

Microwave Oven
Owner’s Instructions & Cooking Guide
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contents
Safety information .................................................................................................... 2
Quick look-up guide.................................................................................................11
Oven features ...........................................................................................................12
Oven.......................................................................................................................12
Control panel ..........................................................................................................13
Accessories ............................................................................................................13
Oven use....................................................................................................................14
How a microwave oven works.................................................................................14
Checking that your oven is operating correctly ........................................................14
Setting the time.......................................................................................................15
Cooking/Reheating .................................................................................................15
Power levels............................................................................................................16
Adjusting the cooking time ......................................................................................16
Stopping the cooking..............................................................................................16
Setting the energy save mode.................................................................................16
Using the steam cleaning
(Only MG23H3125B*, MG23H3125N*, MG23H3125P*, MG23H3125X* models)....17
Using the sensor cook features...............................................................................17
Using the healthy cooking features..........................................................................19
Using the auto power defrost features.....................................................................21
Using the my plate features.....................................................................................22
Choosing the accessories .......................................................................................22
Grilling.....................................................................................................................23
Combining microwaves and the grill........................................................................23
Power steam cooking guide (Only MG23H3125P*, MG23H3125X* models)............24
Using the crusty plate (Only MG23H3125N*, MG23H3125X* models) .....................25
Switching the beeper o .........................................................................................27
Safety-locking your microwave oven .......................................................................27
Cookware guide .......................................................................................................27
Cooking guide...........................................................................................................28
Troubleshooting and error code .............................................................................36
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................36
Error code...............................................................................................................36
Technical specifications ..........................................................................................37
safety information
USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s
Instructions contain valuable information on cooking with your microwave
oven:
• Safety precautions
• Suitable accessories and cookware
• Useful cooking tips
• Cooking tips
LEGEND FOR SYMBOLS AND ICONS
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.
Warning; Fire hazard Warning; Hot surface
Warning; Electricity Warning; Explosive material
Do NOT attempt. Do NOT touch.
Do NOT disassemble. 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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01 SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
WARNING
(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.
This appliance is intended to be used in
household only.
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.
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 plasitic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven due
to the possibility of ignitions.
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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 fire.
If smoke is emitted, switch o or unplug
the appliance and keep the door closed
in order to stifle any flames.
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 deposites removed.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
conditioin could lead to deterioration of
the surface that could adversely aect
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 qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: Liquids or other foods must
not be heated in sealed containers since
they are liable to explode;
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01 SAFETY INFORMATION
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 first 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 or counter top use
only, the microwave oven shall not be
placed in a cabinet.
WARNING
(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 o before replacing the lamp to
avoid the possibility of electric shock.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Appliances are not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote-control system.
This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM
equipment. The definition 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.
INSTALLING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Place the oven on a flat level surface 85 cm
above the floor. The surface should be strong
enough to safety bear the weight of the oven.
1. When you install your oven,
make sure there is adequate
ventilation for your oven by
leaving at least 10 cm (4 inches)
of space behind and, on the sides of the
oven and 20 cm (8 inches) of space above.
2. Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
3.Install the roller ring and turntable. Check
that the turntable rotates freely.
(Turntable type model only)
4.This microwave oven has to be positioned
so that plug is accessible.
10 cm
behind
20 cm
above
10 cm on
the side
85 cm of
the floor
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01 SAFETY INFORMATION
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
For your personal safety, plug the cable
into a proper AC earthed socket.
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.
CLEANING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
The following parts of your microwave oven
should be cleaned regularly to prevent
grease and food particles from building up:
•Insideandoutsidesurfaces
•Dooranddoorseals
•TurntableandRollerrings
(Turntable type model only)
ALWAYS ensure that the door seals are
clean and the door closes properly.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration of the
surface that could adversely aect the life
of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
1. Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth
and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
2.Remove any splashes or stains on the
inside surfaces of oven with a soapy cloth.
Rinse and dry.
3.To loosen hardened food particles and
remove smells, place a cup of diluted
lemon juice in the oven and heat for ten
minutes at maximum power.
4.Wash the dishwasher-safe plate whenever
necessary.
DO NOT spill water in the vents. NEVER
use any abrasive products or chemical
solvents. Take particular care when
cleaning the door seals to ensure that no
particles:
•Accumulate
•Preventthedoorfromclosingcorrectly
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•Unplugitfromthewallsocket
•Contactthenearestafter-salesservice
centre
If you wish to store your oven away
temporarily, choose a dry, dustfree place.
Reason : Dust and damp may adversely
aect the working parts in the oven.
This microwave oven is not intended for
commercial use.
The Light bulb should not be replaced in
person for safety reasons.
Please contact nearest authorised
Samsung customer care, to arrange for a
qualified engineer to replace the bulb.
WARNING
Only qualified sta 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,
inflammable 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.
Clean the microwave oven cavity right after
each use with a mild detergent solution, but
let the microwave oven cool down before
cleaning in order to avoid injury.
When cleaning the upper
part inside the cavity, it will
be convenient to turn heater
downward by 45 ° and clean it.
(Swing heater model only)
STORING AND REPAIRING YOUR
MICROWAVE OVEN
A few simple precautions should be taken
when storing or having your microwave oven
serviced.
The oven must not be used if the door or
door seals are damaged:
•Brokenhinge
•Deterioratedseals
•Distortedorbentovencasing
Only a qualified microwave service technician
should perform repair
NEVER remove the outer casing from
the oven. If the oven is faulty and needs
servicing or you are in doubt about its
condition:
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01 SAFETY INFORMATION
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 o by unplugging the
power plug while an operation is in progress.
Do not insert fingers 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.
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
specifications.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. 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 flammable 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 fingers 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
o 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.
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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.
(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 (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
qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.
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.
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 fire as hot air escapes from the
oven. The oven may also overheat and switch itself
o automatically, and will remain o until it cools
su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.
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