Operating Instructions and Cooking Guide SPEED COOK OVEN CQ4250 Owner’s Manual CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
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Contents Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installing Your Microwave Oven. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using This Manual EN Thank you for purchasing a SAMSUNG speed cook oven. Your Owner’s Manual contains important safety instructions and essential information on using and caring for your new speed cook oven. Before using your oven, please read all the information in this manual and keep it for future reference. A handy quick look-up guide explaining basic cooking operations is provided inside the front cover for your convenience.
Important Safety Instructions (Continued) IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Before cooking food or liquids in your oven, please check that the following safety precautions are taken. EN ● 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.
Important Safety Instructions (Continued) EN ● 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 in shells, tomatoes etc.
Important Safety Instructions (Continued) IMPORTANT ● Young children should NEVER be allowed to use or play with the microwave oven. Nor should they be left unattended near the microwave oven when it is in use. Items of interest to children should not be stored or hidden just above the oven.
Installing Your Microwave Oven EN Place the oven on a flat level surface 85cm above the floor. The surface should be strong enough to safety bear the weight of the oven. 20cm above 85cm of the floor 10cm behind 10cm on the side 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. Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
Setting the Clock When the appliance is first plugged in, the DISPLAY lights up. After three seconds, the Clock symbol and “12:00” blink on the DISPLAY. EN Setting the Clock 1 Press CLOCK . The “12” starts blinking. 2 Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to set hour. 3 Press CLOCK again. The “00” starts blinking. 4 Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to set minute. 5 Press CLOCK again. The clock sets by itself within 5 seconds. CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Oven Features EN Contro Panel Top Heating Elements Oven Light Level 5 Level 4 Oven Levels Level 3 Level 2 Microwave Level 1 Safety Door Lock Door Door Handle Note ● Shelf levels are numbered from the bottom up. ● The levels 4 and 5 are mainly used for grill function. ● The microwave level is mainly used for microwave function. ● Please refer to Cooking Guides provided throughout this booklet to determine appropriate shelf level for your dishes. 10 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Accessories The following accessories are provided with your microwave oven: 1 Ceramic Tray (Useful for Microwave Mode) EN 2 Baking Trays (DO NOT use for Microwave Mode.
Control Panel EN 23 4 5 1 6 7 8 9 10 16 11 12 13 14 15 1. OFF 9. CLOCK 2. OVEN MODE 10. COOK TIME 3. SPEED MENU MODE 11. END TIME 4. SPEED DEFROST MODE 12. TEMPERATURE 5. MICROWAVE MODE 13. POWER LEVEL / ENTER 6. MODE SELECTOR 14. MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR 7. DISPLAY 15. STOP / CANCEL 8. STEAM CLEAN 16. START 12 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Types of Heating The following table represents the various oven modes and settings of your oven. Use the cooking guide tables for these modes in the following pages as guidelines for cooking. EN OVEN MODES Fan Roasting Food is heated by large grill plus bottom heating element, while one fan from side distributes the hot air evenly. This setting is suitable for roasting meat and baking gratins.
Using Oven Mode EN Four settings are available under this mode. Check Cooking Guides on pages 16 - 22 to determine appropriate setting. Setting Oven Mode 1 2 Turn MODE SELECTOR Dial to oven mode position. Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR Dial to desired oven mode. The oven mode and recommended temperature will be displayed . Fan Roasting Fan Baking Dual Grill Dough Fermentation Note The convection heater and grill heater switch on and off constantly to regulate the temperature.
Using Oven Mode (Continued) EN 5 Press Start. ► The Temperature indicator on display will be lit and the indicator will blink after the temperature is reached. Note 1) D uring cooking, cook time and TEMPERATURE are available to change the setting. 2) I n Oven Mode settings, the top grill and bottom heating elements switch off and on throughout cooking to regulate the temperature. 3) During cooking, the inside temperature is displayed by pressing TEMPERATURE and POWER LEVEL / ENTER at the same time.
Using Oven Mode (Continued) EN Fan Roasting ( ) Setting Food is heated by large grill plus bottom heating element, while one fan from side distributes the hot air evenly. This setting is suitable for roasting meat and baking gratins. Baking tray or Grill insert with ceramic tray is usually placed on Level or or . *Please ensure that glass baking dishes are suitable for 40 ~ 250 °C cooking temperatures. Cooking Guide Use temperatures and times in this table as guide lines for roasting and baking.
Using Oven Mode (Continued) Food Item Shelf Level Temperature (°C) Accessory Time (h) Lasagne 1000g, pre-cooked 2 200 - 220 Baking tray 0:20 - 0:30 Potato Gratin 600g, pre-cooked 2 170 - 180 Baking tray 0:25 - 0:35 Frozen Oven Chips 4 190 - 210 Baking tray 0:25 - 0:30 Frozen Potato Croquettes 3 180 - 200 Baking tray 0:20 - 0:25 EN Note Preheating is recommended. 17 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Using Oven Mode (Continued) EN Fan Baking ( ) Setting Food is heated by top and bottom heating elements, while one fan from side distributes hot air evenly. Before using this mode we recommend to preheat until the desired temperature is reached. After temperature is reached, the inner heating element on top will turn-off, while the other heating elements continue operating. This setting is recommended for baking cake. Baking tray or Grill insert with ceramic tray is usually placed on Level or .
Using Oven Mode (Continued) Food Item Shelf Level Temperature (°C) Accessory Time (h) Flat Yeast Cake with crumbles and fruit topping 3 160 - 180 Baking tray 0:30 - 0:40 Muffins 12 pcs 2 170 - 180 Baking tray 0:15 - 0:20 Cookies 3 180 - 200 Baking tray 0:10 - 0:15 Homemade Bread 2 190 - 210 Baking tray 0:40 - 0:50 EN Note Preheating is recommended. 19 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Using Oven Mode (Continued) EN Dual Grill ( ) Setting Food is heated by the top heating elements. We recommend this mode for grilling steaks and sausages as well as cheese toasts. For grilling, ceramic tray with grill insert is usually placed on Level or . *Please ensure that glass baking dishes are suitable for 40 ~ 250 °C cooking temperatures. Cooking Guide Use temperatures and times in this table as guide lines for grilling Set 220°C grill temperature, preheat for 3 minutes.
Using Oven Mode (Continued) Dual Grill ( ) Setting EN Food is heated by the top heating elements. For grilling with the rotisserie, the rotisserie holder is placed on level 5. The rotisserie is placed in the holder, the central spit must be inserted in the slot in the back of the oven. The rotisserie can be used with 6 small spits, as shown in the illustration. For bigger pieces of meat, remove the 6 small spits and the discs, and use only the big central spit.
Using Oven Mode (Continued) EN Dough Fermentation ( ) Setting This function can be used for rising yeast dough or leaven for bread pizza or cake. This function is running with bottom heat mode and low temperature. Baking tray is often used on Level . Cooking Guide Use times in this table as guide lines for rising dough. Cover heat resistant bowl with cling film. This function is running with bottom heat mode.
Setting Cook Time EN 1 Select the desired oven function and temperature. (See also section “Changing the oven function and temperature) 2 Press COOK TIME. 4 Press START the oven will start promptly. Note If there is no further entry on the control panel for 5 seconds, start key will blink. 3 Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to set desired cook time. 1) After 5 seconds, setting cook time ends automatically and START blinks. 2) Press COOK TIME to end setting cook time.
Setting End Time EN 1 2 Select the desired oven function and temperature. Press END TIME. The current time will be shown blinking on the DISPLAY. Example Current time is 13:00 The current time’s digit “13:00” will blink. 3 4 Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to set desired hour and minute. (14:00). Example Desired time is 14:00. 5 Press END TIME again. Example Current time is 13:00. Desired end time is 14:00. Cooking time “1:00” is displayed. Press START to start the oven.
Cooking Time Reservation Function Example: Current time : 12:00 Cook time : 2:00 you wish to end cooking at 18:00 EN 1 Select Oven Mode and desired function. 2 Select Cook Time and enter the desired cook time. (2:00) 3 Press END TIME. 4 Press END TIME. ► The Cook Time is added to the current time and “14:00” is displayed. ► The oven automatically starts at the reserved time of 16.:00. ► The Cook Time is displayed at the start of cooking. ► Enter the desired End Time.
Using Speed Menu Mode EN Speed Menu Mode allows you to choose from twelve pre-programmed settings to conveniently cook, roast or bake your favourite foods. Cooking time and power level are automatically set. Simply select one of the twelve settings and set the weight to start cooking. Setting Speed Menu Mode 1 Turn MODE SELECTOR to Speed Menu position. 2 3 Press the POWER LEVEL/ ENTER to change weight or: 4 5 Press START. Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to select desired Speed Menu setting.
Using Speed Menu Mode (continued) Guide to Auto Speed Menu Settings The following table presents 12 Auto Programmes for Speed Cooking, Roasting and Baking. It contains its quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations. These auto programmes contain special cooking modes, which have been developed for your convenience (please find note at end of table). Food Item Weight (kg) Accessory Shelf Level Recommendation 1 Frozen Pizza 0.1 - 0.2 0.2 - 0.3 0.3 - 0.4 0.4 - 0.
Using Speed Menu Mode (continued) EN No 7 8 9 10 11 12 Food Item Weight (kg) Accessory Whole Chicken 1.0 - 1.1 1.2 - 1.3 1.4 - 1.5 Grill insert with ceramic tray Beef Steaks 0.3 - 0.6 0.6 - 0.8 Grill insert with ceramic tray Roast Beef 0.7 - 0.8 0.9 - 1.0 1.1 - 1.2 1.3 -1.4 Baked Potatoes 0.2 - 0.4 0.4 - 0.6 0.6 - 0.8 0.8 - 1.0 Cake 0.5 - 0.6 0.7 - 0.8 0.9 - 1.0 Muffins 0.5 - 0.6 0.7 - 0.
Using Speed Defrost Mode Setting Speed Defrost Mode Choose from five pre - programmed microwave settings for defrosting. Defrosting time and power level are automatically set. Simply select the setting and weight to start defrosting. EN Open the door. Place the frozen food in the centre of the ceramic tray. Position is level 1. Close the door. 1 Turn MODE SELECTOR to the Speed Defrost ( ) symbol. 2 3 Select the food weight by turning the MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR.
Using Speed Defrost Mode (Continued) EN Guide to Auto Speed Defrost Settings The following table presents the various Auto Defrost programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations. These programmes are running with microwave energy only. Remove all kind of package material before defrosting. Place meat, poultry and fish on the ceramic tray. No Food Item Weight (kg) Accessory Shelf Standing Level Time (min) 1 Meat 0.2 - 2.
How a Microwave Oven Works Microwaves are high - frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the colour. EN You can use your microwave to: • Defrost • Cook Cooking Principle 1. The microwaves generated by the magnetron are distributed uniformly by using a stirrer distribution system. The food is thus cooked evenly. 2. The microwaves are absorbed by the food up to a depth of about 1 inch (2.5 cm).
Using Microwave Mode EN Microwaves are high frequency electromagnetic waves. In microwave cooking, microwave energy penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by its water, fat and sugar content. The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid movement of these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food. Setting Microwave Mode 1 3 2 Turn MODE SELECTOR to microwave position. Time and power level will appear on DISPLAY.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) Guide to Microwave Power Levels EN PERCENTAGE (%) OUTPUT POWER (W) HIGH 100 900 For heating up liquids. HIGH LOW 83 750 For heating up and cooking food. MEDIUM HIGH 67 600 For heating up and cooking food. MEDIUM 50 450 MEDIUM LOW 33 300 For cooking meat and heating up delicate foods. DEFROST 20 180 For defrosting and continued cooking. LOW 11 100 For defrosting delicate foods. POWER LEVEL REMARK 33 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) EN Microwave Cookware Guide Cookware used for Microwave Mode must allow microwaves to pass through and penetrate food. Metals such as stainless steel, aluminum and copper reflect microwaves. Therefore, do not use cookware made of metallic materials. Cookware marked microwave - safe is always safe for use. For additional information on appropriate cookware refer to the following guide and always use the ceramic tray on shelf Level 1 when using microwave mode.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) Cookware Paper • Plates, cups, napkins and Kitchen paper • Recycled paper Plastic • Containers • Cling film • Freezer bags Wax or Grease-proof Paper MicrowaveSafe EN Comments For short cooking times and warming. Also to absorb excess moisture. May cause arcing. Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some other plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures. Do not use Melamine plastic. Can be used to retain moisture. Should not touch the food.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) EN Microwave Cooking Guide GENERAL GUIDELINES Food Suitable for Microwave Cooking Many kinds of food are suitable for microwave cooking, including fresh or frozen vegetables, fruit, pasta, rice, grains, beans, fish, and meat. Sauces, custard, soups, steamed puddings, preserves, and chutneys can also be cooked in a microwave oven. Generally speaking, microwave cooking is ideal for any food that would normally be prepared on a hob.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) COOKING GUIDE FOR FRESH VEGETABLES Use a suitable glass Pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30 - 45 ml cold water (2 - 3 tbsp) for every 250 g unless another water quantity is recommended (see table) Cook covered for the minimum time (see table) Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during and after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during the 3 minute standing time. EN Hint : Cut fresh vegetables into even sized pieces.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) EN COOKING GUIDE FOR RICE AND PASTA Rice Use a large glass Pyrex bowl with lid. (Note that rice doubles in volume during cooking.) Cook covered. After cooking time is over, stir before letting stand. Add salt or herbs and butter. Note that rice may not have absorbed all water after the cooking time is finished. Pasta Use a large glass Pyrex bowl. Add boiling water, a pinch of salt and stir well. Cook uncovered. Stir occasionally during and after cooking.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) REHEATING LIQUIDS Take special care when heating liquids. To prevent eruptive boiling and possible scalding, place a spoon or glass stick in the beverage. Stir during heating and always stir after heating. Allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off to allow the temperature to even out. EN REHEATING BABY FOOD Baby Food Extra caution should also be exercised when reheating baby foods. Put food into a deep ceramic plate.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) EN Portion Time (Min) Standing Time (Min) 250 g 500 g 6-7 10 - 12 15 - 30 Pork Steaks 250 g 7-8 Place the meat on the ceramic plate. Shield thinner edges with aluminium foil. Turn over after half of defrosting time. Poultry Chicken Pieces 500 g (2 pcs) 12 - 14 15 - 60 1200 g 28 - 32 First, put chicken pieces skin - side down, whole chicken breast - side - down first on ceramic plate. Shield the thinner parts like wings and ends with aluminium foil.
Using Microwave Mode (Continued) QUICK & EASY EN Melting Butter Put 50 g of butter into a small deep glass dish. Cover with plastic lid. Heat for 30 - 40 seconds using 900 W. Melting Chocolate Put 100 g of chocolate into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 3 - 5 minutes using 450 W. Stir once or twice during melting. Melting Crystallized Honey Put 20 g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 20 - 30 seconds using 300 W.
Switching Off the Beeper EN The oven beeps at the end of cooking and “End” blinks 4 times on the display. 1 2 To switch beeper off, press STOP / CANCEL ( ) and START ( ) at the same time and hold for one second. To switch beeper back on, press STOP / CANCEL ( ) and START ( ) again at the same time and hold for one second. 42 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Child Safety Lock The oven’s Child Safety Lock allows you to lock the control panel to protect the oven against unintended use. EN To Lock Oven 1 Press steam clean and CLOCK at the same time and hold for 3 seconds. 2 Lock symbol appears on DISPLAY indicating all functions locked. 2 Lock symbol disappears indicating functions unlocked. To Unlock Oven 1 Press steam clean and CLOCK at the same time and hold for 3 seconds. 43 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Using the Steam Clean Feature EN The Steam Clean feature allows you to sanitize your oven in just 15 minutes. 1 2 Turn MODE SELECTOR to “Off” position. ► Pour about 100 ml water onto the floor of the empty oven. Press STEAM CLEAN. The oven will start automatically. ► After 15 minutes, the oven will stop automatically. Wipe it out with a dry cloth. Important ● Use this feature only when oven has cooled completely to room temperature. ● DO NOT use distilled water. 44 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven Clean your oven regularly to prevent grease and food particles from building up, especially on inside and outside surfaces, door and door seals. EN 1. Clean outside surfaces with a soft cloth and warm soapy water. Rinse and dry. 2. Remove any splashes or stains on inside surfaces with a soapy cloth. Rinse and dry. 3. To loosen hardened food particles and remove smells, place a cup of diluted lemon juice on the floor of the empty oven and heat for ten minutes at maximum power.
Troubleshooting EN If you have problems with your oven, try the solutions suggested below. They may save you the time and inconvenience of an unnecessary service call. Food remains uncooked. ● Ensure timer has been set correctly and START button pressed. ● Firmly close door. ● Make sure you have not blown a fuse or triggered a circuit breaker. Food is either overcooked or undercooked. ● Make sure appropriate cook time was used. ● Make sure appropriate power level was used.
Error Codes Error Code EN General Functions TEMP SENSOR OPEN In case the value of the temperature sensor is more than 250 °C during operation / cancellation. TEMP SENSOR SHORT In case the value of the temperature sensor is less than 5 °C during operation / cancellation. OVER 210 °C DURING OPERATION OF MWO In case the temperature rises over 210 °C during operation of MWO (FIRE sensed) DAMPER S/W In case it fails to sense the DAMPER to open or close for 2 minutes. 47 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
Technical Specifications EN “ Samsung strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
Note EN 49 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
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Code No.: DG68-00087A-02 CQ4250_HAC-00087A-01_EN.
