MW71b imagine the possibilities Microwave Oven Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. Please register your product at www.samsung.com/register Owner’s Instructions & Cooking Guide This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. MW71B_XSM-03801J_EN-01.
contents Oven Oven........................................................................................................2 1 Accessories..............................................................................................3 2 3 4 5 ENGLISH Control panel............................................................................................3 Using this instruction booklet....................................................................4 Safety information............................
Accessories Control panel Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways. 1. Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the base of the oven. The coupler rotates the turntable. 2. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven. Purpose : ENGLISH Purpose : 1 The roller ring supports the turntable. 2 3. Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the centre fitting to the coupler.
ENGLISH Using this instruction booklet Important safety symbols and precautions. You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contain much valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven: • Safety precautions • Suitable accessories and cookware • Useful cooking tips At the front of the booklet you will find illustrations of the oven, and more importantly the control panel, so that you can find the buttons more easily.
WARNING Severe warning signs for installation CAUTION The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer. Please see the section “Installing your Microwave Oven”. Caution signs for installation This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible to the power plug. - Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.
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: Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Do not heat food wrapped in paper such as magazines or newspaper. - This may result in electric shock. - This may result in fire. Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in progress. Do not use or place inflammable sprays or objects near the oven. - Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in electric shock or fire.
WARNING : If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person. 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 hold food or any part there of during or immediately after cooking. Do not place the appliance over a fragile object such as a sink or glass object. - Use cooking gloves because it may be very hot and you could burn yourself. - If you pull the ceramic dish or well-being multi-purpose pan forwards, food may spill and this may result in burns. - This may result in damage to the sink or glass object. Use the appliance only after closing the door.
WARNING Severe warning signs for cleaning PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it. Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance. Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
Installing your microwave oven What to do if you are in doubt or have a problem 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. 20 cm above 85 cm of the floor If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given. 10 cm behind This is normal. • Condensation inside the oven. • Air flow around the door and outer casing. • Light reflection around the door and outer casing.
ENGLISH Cooking/Reheating Power levels The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food. ALWAYS check your cooking settings before leaving the oven unattended. First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door. You can choose among the power levels below. 1. Set the power level to maximum by turning COOKING POWER CONTROL knob. (MAXIMUM POWER : 800 W) 2. Set the time by turning TIMER knob. Result : The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating.
Adjusting the cooking time Using the instant reheat feature Adjust the remaining cooking time by rotating the TIMER knob. First, place the food in the center of the turntable and close the door. Manual defrosting food 2. Turn the TIMER knob to select Instant Reheat. (drinks or soup/sauce, fresh vegetables). 1. Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to Max Power. Use only recipients that are microwave-safe. 1. Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to the Defrost ( ) symbol.
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.
Technical specifications 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 SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
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