MW73B Microwave Oven user manual imagine the possibilities ENGLISH Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. MW73B_XTC_DE8-03862B.
safety instructions WARNING NOTE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY: 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.
safety instructions 3. DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty. Reason: The oven walls may be damaged. Tip: Leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times. The water will absorb the microwaves if you accidentally set the oven going when it is empty. 4. DO NOT cover the rear ventilation slots with cloths or paper. Reason: The cloths or paper may catch fire as hot air is evacuated from the oven. 5. ALWAYS use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven.
10. Stand at arm’s length from the oven when opening the door. Reason: The hot air or steam released may cause scalding. 11. Keep the inside of the oven clean. Reason: Food particles or spattered oils stuck to oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven. 12. You may notice a “Clicking” sound during operation (especially when the oven is in defrosting). Reason: This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing. 13.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current. This appliance is equipped with a cord that includes a grounding wire and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
contents your new microwave oven 7 7 8 8 9 10 Installing the microwave oven Checking parts Warranty and service information Setting up your microwave oven Control panel buttons operation 12 12 13 13 13 14 15 15 16 Setting the clock Using the Eco Mode button Using the +30 sec.
your new microwave oven 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. 1. When you install your oven, make sure there is 20 cm 10 cm behind adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least above 10 cm of space behind and, on the sides of the oven and 20 cm of space above. 10 cm of the side your new microwave oven Installing the microwave oven 2. Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
Checking parts Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any part is missing or broken, call your dealer. microwave oven glass tray roller guide ring Warranty and service information To help us better serve you, please complete the enclosed registration card and promptly return it by mail. If the registration card is missing.
Setting up your microwave oven 1. Place the oven on a flat, sturdy surface and plug the cord into a grounded outlet. Once plugged in, the display on your oven will show: If oven left untouched for about 10 seconds, display will show : 2. Open the oven door by pressing the button below the control panel. 3. Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth. 4. Place the pre-assembled ring in the indentation in the center of the oven.
Control panel buttons • See next page for more information. 1 6 2 7 3 4 8 5 9 10 10_ your new microwave oven MW73B_XTC_DE8-03862B.
Auto Defrost Sets weight of food to be defrosted. p.12 2 Instant Cook Buttons Instant settings to cook popular foods. p.13 3 Number Buttons Set cooking times or amounts and power levels other than high. 4 Power Level Press this pad to set power level other than high. 5 Stop/Cancel Press to pause oven or corrent a mistake. 6 Eco Mode p.11 7 More/Less p.12 8 Clock Sets current time. p.11 9 Start Press to start cooking. 10 +30 Sec. Press once for every 30 secs of cooking at high power.
operation Setting the clock 1. Press the Clock button. The display will show: 2. Use the Number buttons to enter the current time. You must press at least three numbers to set the clock. If the current time is 5:00 enter 5,0,0. 3. Press Clock again. A colon will appear, indicating that the time is set. If there is a power interruption, you will need to reset the clock. You can check the current time while cooking is in progress by pressing the Clock button.
Using the +30 sec. Button Defrosting automatically operation This button offers a convenient way to heat food in 30 seconds increments at the High power level. 1. Press the +30 Sec. button once for each 30 seconds you wish to cook the food. For example, press it twice for one minute. The time will display. 2. Press the start button. Add time to a program in progress by pressing the +30 Sec. button for each 30 seconds you want to add.
Using the instant cook buttons 1. Press the Instant Cook button corresponding to the food you are cooking (Popcorn, for example). The display shows the first serving size: 2. Press the button repeatedly to select the serving size you want. The display will cycle through all available serving sizes.. 3. Press the Start button. When the cooking times is over, the oven will beep. The oven will then beep every minute.
Setting cooking times & power levels Your microwave allows you to set up to two different stages of cooking, each with its own time length and power level. The power level lets you control the heating intensity from Warm (1) to High (0). For simple one-stage cooking, you only need to set a cooking time. The power level is automatically set at High. If you want to set the power to any other level, you must set it using the Power Level button. 1. Use the number buttons to set a cooking time.
Multi-stage cooking Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures. You can set multiple stages of cooking with your microwave. 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 in the “One-Stage Cooking” section on this page. When entering more than one cooking stage, the Power Level button must be pressed before the second cooking stage can be entered. To set the power level at High for a stage of cooking, press the Power Level button twice. 2. Use the number buttons to set a second cooking time. 3.
cooking instructions Cooking utensils • • • • • • • Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes - Use for heating or cooking. Microwave grilling dish - Use to grill the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your grilling dish. Microwavable plastic wrap - Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food. Wax paper - Use as a cover to prevent spattering.
Not recommended • • • • • Glass jars and bottles - Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave, and can shatter. Paper bags - These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use. Styrofoam plates and cups - These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food. Plastic storage and food containers - Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave. Metal utensils - These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking.
Auto defrosting guide • Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. Amount Procedure Roast Beef, Pork 1.13 - 2.6 kg Start with the food placed fat side down. After each stage, turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Steaks, Chops, Fish 0.23 - 1.36 kg After each stage, rearrange the food. If there are any warm or thawed portions of food, shield them with narrow flat pieces of aluminum foil.
Cooking guide Guide for cooking meat in your microwave • • • • Place meat on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Start meat fat-side down. Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas. Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time. The following temperatures are removal temperatures. The temperature of the food will rise during the standing time. Food Roast Beef Boneless Up to 1.
Guide for cooking seafood in your microwave • • • • Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork. Place fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Use a tight cover to steam fish. A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming. Do not overcook fish; check it at minimum cooking time. Cook Time/Power Level Directions Steaks Up to 680 g. Arrange steaks on roasting rack with Cooking Time: meaty portions towards the outside 6-10 min. 454 g.
Guide for cooking eggs in your microwave • • • Never cook eggs in the shell, and never warm hard-cooked eggs in the shell; they can explode. Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting. Cook eggs just until set; they become tough if overcooked. Guide for cooking vegetables in your microwave • • • • • • • • Vegetables should be washed just before cooking. Often, no extra water is needed. If dense vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and green beans are being cooked, add about ¼ cup water.
Recipes Beef and barley stew cooking Instructions 700 g beef, cut in dices of 1.8 cm 1/2 cup minced onion 3 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 medium carrots cut into sticks of about 5x2cm (approx 1 cup) 300 ml beef stock (canned) ½ cup barley * 1 bay leaf ¼ teaspoon pepper 1 ½ cups frozen peas (thawed) 1 teaspoon Maggi stock ½ teaspoon salt 1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine beef, onion, flour, and Worcestershire sauce; mix well. Cover with lid.
Warm potato salad Coriander potatoes 1 kg white or red potatoes, halved ¼ cup minced onion 1 garlic clove 1 ½ cups coriander 1 ½ teaspoons salt 1/3 cup extra pure olive oil Black pepper to taste 1. Place the potatoes in a 2-litre pot with ¼ cup water, cover with lid and cook on high power level until the potatoes are tender, from 10 to 12 minutes. Mix once. 2. Drain off half the water and put the potatoes aside. 3.
Cooking techniques Stirring Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy. To prevent overcooking, place thin or delicate parts toward the center of the turntable. Shielding Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that need shielding include poultry wing-tips, the ends of poultry legs, and corners of square baking dishes.
General tips • • • • • • • Dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to heat than lighter foods. Foods with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to avoid becoming tough. Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can affect cooking time. When using a new recipe, use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to prevent overcooking. Foods with a non-porous skin or shell, such as potatoes, eggs, or hot dogs, should be pierced to prevent bursting.
cookware guide Cookware MicrowaveSafe Comments Aluminium foil Can be used in small quantities to protect areas against overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to the oven wall or if too much foil is used. Browning plate Do not preheat for more than eight minutes. China and earthenware Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are usually suitable, unless decorated with a metal trim. Disposable polyester cardboard dishes Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes.
Cookware MicrowaveSafe Comments Metal • Dishes • Freezer bag twist ties May cause arcing or fire. Paper • Plates, cups, napkins and Kitchen paper For short cooking times and warming. Also to absorb excess moisture. • Recycled paper May cause arcing. Plastic • Containers Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some other plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures. Do not use Melamine plastic. • Cling film Can be used to retain moisture. Should not touch the food.
appendix Troubleshooting guide Neither the oven’s display nor the oven operate. • • • • • • Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet. If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is turned on. Remove the plug from the outlet, wait ten seconds, then plug it in again. Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse. Plug another appliance into the outlet; if the other appliance doesn’t work, have a qualified electrician repair the outlet.
Using your microwave causes TV or radio interference. • This is similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, such as hair dryers. Move your microwave further away from other appliances, like your TV or radio. If the oven is set more than 20 minutes at 80, 90 or 100 percent power level, after the first 20 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking. Care and cleaning Follow these instructions to clean and care for your oven.
Specifications MW73B Oven cavity 20 liter Controls 10 power levels, including defrost Timer 99 minutes, 99 seconds Power source 220 VAC, 60 Hz Power output 800 Watts (IEC-705) Power Consumption 1200 Watts Outside dimensions 489 mm(W) X 275 mm(H) X 320 mm(D) Oven cavity dimensions 330 mm(W) X 211 mm(H) X 309 mm(D) Net/gross weight 11/12 kg Appendix Model Number Appendix _31 MW73B_XTC_DE8-03862B.
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