ME73M Microwave Oven Owner’s Instructions & Cooking Guide imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register 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. This manual is made with 100 % recycled paper. ME73M_XSA_DE68-04091D-01_EN.
CONTENTS USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Using this instruction booklet....................................................................2 You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contain valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven: Important safety information ....................................................................2 • • • • ENGLISH Legend for symbols and icons..................................................................
LEGEND FOR SYMBOLS AND ICONS CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage. 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.
ENGLISH Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in progress. The appliance is not intended for installing in road vehicles, caravans and similar vehicles etc. 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.
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: Ensure that the appliance is switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock. This oven should be positioned proper direction and height permitting easy access to cavity and control area.
ENGLISH The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Always use oven mitts when removing a dish from the oven to avoid unintentional burns. The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating. Do not touch heating elements or interior oven walls until the oven has cooled down. CAUTION Stir liquids halfway during heating or after heating ends and allow the liquid stand at least 20 seconds after heating to prevent eruptive boiling.
OVEN CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 ENGLISH 1 2 7 3 5 6 7 8 9 1. DOOR 6. TURNTABLE 2. VENTILATION HOLES 7. COUPLER 3. LIGHT 8. ROLLER RING 4. DISPLAY 9. SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES 5. DOOR LATCHES 10. OPEN DOOR PUSH BUTTON 8 4 10 9 5 10 6 11 1. DISPLAY 6. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON 2. AUTO RAPID DEFROST FEATURE SELECTION 7. WEIGHT SELECTION 3. AUTO REHEAT/COOK SELECTION 9. +30s BUTTON 4. MICROWAVE MODE BUTTON 5. TIME SETTING BUTTON 8. CLOCK SETTING 10. START BUTTON 11.
ENGLISH ACCESSORIES INSTALLING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways. Place the oven on a flat level surface 85 cm above the floor. The surface should be strong enough to safely bear the weight of the oven. 1. Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the base of the oven. 1.
SETTING THE TIME COOKING/REHEATING Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. When power is supplied, “12:00” is automatically displayed on the display. Please set the current time. The time can be displayed in either the 12-hour or 24-hour notation. You must set the clock: • When you first install your microwave oven • After a power failure The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food. Always check your cooking settings before leaving the oven unattended.
ENGLISH POWER LEVELS STOPPING THE COOKING You can choose among the power levels below. You can stop cooking at any time to check the food. Power Level Output HIGH 800 W MEDIUM HIGH 600 W MEDIUM 450 W MEDIUM LOW 300 W DEFROST ( ) 180 W LOW 100 W 1. To stop temporarily; Open the door. Result : 2. To stop completely; Press the Stop ( ) button. Result : If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be decreased. The cooking stops.
USING THE INSTANT REHEAT/COOK FEATURE INSTANT REHEAT/COOK SETTINGS With the Instant Reheat feature, the cooking time is set automatically. You can adjust the number of servings by pressing the appropriate Instant Reheat button the required number of times. First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door. The following table presents the various Instant Reheat/Cook Programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations.
ENGLISH USING THE AUTO RAPID DEFROST FEATURE AUTO RAPID DEFROST SETTINGS The auto rapid defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry, fish or fruit/berry. The defrost time and power level are set automatically. You simply select the programme and the weight. The following table presents the various Auto Rapid Defrost programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations. Remove all kinds of package material before defrosting.
MULTISTAGE COOKING 5. Press the Power Level ( ) button. The microwave mode (II) : Your microwave oven can be programmed to cook food up to three stages. ; if necessary, set the power level by pressing the Power Level ( ) button again one or more times (450 W in the example). Example: Y ou wish to defrost food and cook it without having to reset the oven after each stage. You can thus defrost and cook a 500 g fish in three stages: 6.
ENGLISH COOKWARE GUIDE Cookware To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food, without being reflected or absorbed by the dish used. Care must therefore be taken when choosing the cookware. If the cookware is marked microwave-safe, you do not need to worry. The following table lists various types of cookware and indicates whether and how they should be used in a microwave oven.
CLEANING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 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 affect 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 or on the roller ring with a soapy cloth. Rinse and dry. 3.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
