Samsung SMH8165 User manual

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Microwave Oven
user manual
SMH8165
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2_ features of your new microwave oven
features of your new
microwave oven
• Luxurious Look
The Stainless Steel (STSS) exterior delivers a luxurious look to your kitchen. The design
matches perfectly with your other kitchen appliances, providing a harmonious kitchen interior.
• Controllable Ventilation System
Depending on the duct location, you can set the orientation of the vent. You can also select
the ventilation power (High, Low, Off) depending on your cooking selection.
• One Touch Instant Cooking
One touch Cooking saves you time and allows you to cook easily, simply by using
various instant cooking options consisting of frequently used choices. Moreover, your
Over The Range (OTR) oven provides optimal cook settings for various items guaranteeing
satisfaction.
• Cook-top Lighting
Illuminate your cooking experience with Cook-top Lighting and oven control the degree of
lighting (High/Low/Off)
• Sensor Cooking
Don’t know how to cook? Samsung’s new OTR sensor technology offers preset functions
resulting in perfectly cooked dishes every time. Simply select a cooking menu, and the
cooking results will astound you.
• VFD display
With an informative VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display), your OTR lets you easily use all
available functions.
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important safety instruction _3
important safety instruction
Throughout this manual, you’ll see Warning and Caution notes.
These warnings, cautions, and the important safety instructions that follow do not
cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It’s your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing,
maintaining, and operation your microwave oven. Samsung is not liable for
damages resulting from improper use.
What the icons and signs in this 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.
Do not attempt or use.
Do not repair.
Do not touch.
Be careful
Follow directions explicity.
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
PRecautions to aVoid PossiBle eXPosuRe to
eXessiVe micRoWaVe eneRgy:
Do not attempt to operate this microwave 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.
Do not place any object between the microwave oven front face and the door or
allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
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WARNING
CAUTION
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4_ important safety instruction
Do not operate the microwave oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that
the microwave oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the
• Door (bent or dented),
• Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
• Door seals and sealing surfaces.
The microwave oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except
properly qualified service personnel.
imPoRtant safety instRuctions
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
WaRning
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, call 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) for the name of an authorized service
center near you.
to Reduce Risk of BuRns, electRic shock, fiRe,
PeRsonal injuRy oR eXPosuRe to eXcessiVe
micRoWaVe eneRgy:
Read all safety instructions before using the appliance.
Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 3.
This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlets. See
“IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on page 7 of this manual.
Install or place this appliance only in accordance with the installation instructions
provided.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do
not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.
As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
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.
Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.
important safety instruction
saVe these instRuctions
WARNING
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important safety instruction _5
When cleaning the door and oven surfaces, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or
detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
Remove lids from baby food before heating. After heating baby food, stir well and
test temperature by tasting before serving.
This over-the-range oven was designed for use over ranges no wider than 36
inches. It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment.
Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to 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 BY A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSILS, INSERTED
INTO THE LIQUID.
Carefully remove container coverings, directing steam away from your hands and
face.
Some items, like whole eggs and food in sealed containers, may explode if heated
in this oven.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been damaged.
Do not cover or block any of the openings on this appliance.
Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use near water - for example, near a
kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Do not immerse the power cord or plug in water.
Do not let the power cord hang over edge of table or counter.
Do not try to preheat the microwave oven or operate it while empty.
Do not cook without the glass tray in place on the oven floor. Food will not cook
properly without the tray in place.
Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles. The containers can
break.
Dishes and containers may become hot. Handle with care.
Do not mount over a sink.
Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when it is in operation.
This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the
nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
saVe these instRuctions
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