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using this manual Thank you for purchasing a SAMSUNG combi steam oven. Your Owner’s Manual contains important safety instructions and essential information on using and caring for your new combi steam 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 CAUTION: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven, please check that the following safety precautions are taken. • 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.
• 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 • 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.
contents installing your microwave oven 7 Installing your oven oven features 9 9 10 Checking the product and parts Accessories Checking the control panel before you begin 11 12 Setting the clock Setting the water hardness oven use 14 16 19 21 22 24 25 29 33 33 35 36 45 46 Types of heating Using the steam mode Using the steam combi mode Using the steam plus microwave mode Using the fan oven mode Using the grill mode Using the auto persian cook mode Using the auto steam cook mode Setting the standi
installing your 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. • 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. • This microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is accessible.
Handling and adding water to the water tank 1. Remove the water tank from the main unit. 2. Hold the tank by the handle and pull it out in the direction of the arrow. 3. Open the lid of the tank and wash it off with water. 4. Pour water into the tank. 5. Add water up to the max line of the tank. Installing the water tank 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Close the lid of the tank. Press down over the lid so that it closes fi rmly. Insert the tank into the main unit. Insert it all the way down so that it fi ts fi rmly.
oven features Checking the product and parts Top Heating Elements Level 3 Level 2 MW & Fan oven & Steam Level 1 Oven Light Steam in jet Control Panel 02 Parts and Features Oven Levels Bottom Heating elements Safety Door Lock Water gutter Door Door Handle Water Tank • Shelf levels are numbered from the bottom up. • The levels 2 and 3 are mainly used for grill function. • The level 1 is mainly used for MW function, Fan oven function, Steam function, Steam Combi function, Steam Plus function.
Grill Insert for Ceramic Tray (Useful for Fan oven Mode and Grill Mode) Oven Rack (DO NOT use for Microwave Mode.) Steam Rack (useful for Steam Mode) Do not use for Fan oven and Grill mode Water Tank (Useful for Steam Mode, Steam Plus Mode , Steam Combi Mode, Steam Clean Mode, Auto Steam Cook Mode) Checking the control panel Model: SAMI7 2 3 4 56 1 8 7 10 9 11 12 1. STEAM PLUS MICROWAVE MODE (steam + microwave) 2. STEAM COMBI MODE (steam + fan oven) 3. STEAM MODE 4. OFF 5. FAN OVEN MODE 6.
before you begin Setting the clock Setting the clock 1. Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to set hour. 2. Press Select( ) button. The “00” starts blinking. 03 Before You Begin When the appliance is first plugged in, the DISPLAY lights up. After three seconds, the Clock symbol and “12:00” blink on the DISPLAY. 3. Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to set minute. 4. Press Select( ) button again. The clock sets by itself within 5 seconds. Re-setting the clock 1.
3. Press Select ( ) button. 4. Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to set minute. 5. Press Select( ) button again. The clock sets by itself within 5 seconds. Setting the water hardness It is necessary to descale your appliance at regular intervals. This is the only way to prevent damage. Your appliance has a system that automatically displays when it needs descaling. It is preset to a water hardness of 2. Chage the value if your water is softer or harder.
3. Turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR to desired water hardness. 4. Press Select ( ) button. 1 Type Soft water 2 Medium soft water (Default) 3 Medium hard water 4 Hard water PPM French deg. (°dñ) German deg. (°dH) 0 - 105 0 - 11 0-6 125 - 230 12 - 23 7 - 13 250 - 350 24 - 36 14 - 20 > 375 >37 >21 03 Before You Begin Display before you begin _13 SAMI7_HAC-03579D-02_EN.
oven use Types of heating Oven modes The following table represents the various oven modes and settings of your oven. Use the cooking guide tables for those modes as guidelines for cooking. Mode Description Steam Mode Food is cooked by steam provided by the steam generator and injected into the cavity by several jet nozzles. This mode is suitable for steaming food like vegetables, fish, eggs, fruits and rice. When cooking by using this mode, always fill the water tank with fresh water.
Mode Description Grill Mode Food is heated by the top heating elements. We recommend this mode for grilling steaks and sausages as well as cheese toasts. 04 Oven Use Microwave Mode Microwave energy is used to cook, reheat or defrost food. By using this mode you can save time. It provides efficient cooking without changing colour or shape of food. Time and power level is selected manually according to types of food and its weight.
Using the steam mode Food is cooked by steam provided by the steam generator and injected into the cavity by several jet nozzles. Multi pan or ceramic tray is usually placed on Level 1 or 2. Steam mode setting 1 Fill the water supply tank up to the maximum line and place it on the product. Then place your food into the cooking room. 2. Turn MODE SELECTOR to steam mode position. 3. Set the cooking time by turning the MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR (Max 59:59 min). 4.
If there is too little water while cooking, add water into the tank and press the Start button to continue with the steaming • You will see the [ ] message on the display along with a beep being played (You can add water into the tank at any time while cooking) 04 Oven Use 1. During cooking, Cook time and Temparature are available to change the setting. • Cooking time: Just turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR. • Temperature: Press Select( ) button and then turn MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR. 2.
Shelf Level Steam Mode (°C ) Accessory Time (Min) Blue Prawns 1 100°C Ceramic tray + steam rack 12-15 Chicken Breast 1 100°C Ceramic tray + steam rack 23-28 Boiled Eggs 2 100°C Ceramic tray + steam rack 15-20 Frozen Yeast dumplings 1 100°C Ceramic tray + steam rack 23-28 White Parboiled Rice use a pyrex bowl, add 375 ml hot boiling water, when cooking 250g rice 1 100°C Ceramic tray 25-30 Food Item Milk Rice (use a flat pyrex dish, add double quantity of milk) 1 100°C Ceramic
Using the steam combi mode Food is cooked by fan oven mode and the help of steam. The steam is provided by the steam generator and injected into the cavity by interval. Multi pan or ceramic tray is usually placed on Level 1. 04 Oven Use Steam combi mode setting 1. Fill the water supply tank up to the maximum line and place it on the product. Then place your food into the cooking room. 2. Turn MODE SELECTOR to steam combi mode position. 3.
1. During cooking, Cook time and Temperature are available to change the setting. • Cooking time: Just turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR. • Temperature: Press Select( ) button and then turn MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR. 2. In Steam and Fan Oven Mode settings, the top bottom and steam heating elements switch off and on throughout cooking to regulate the temperature. Important: When using Steam Combi Mode, be sure glass baking dishes are suitable for 40 - 230 °C cooking temperatures.
Using the steam plus microwave mode Food is cooked by microwave and the help of steam. The steam is provided by the steam generator and injected into the cavity by interval. ceramic tray is usually placed on Level 1. 04 Oven Use Steam plus micorwave mode setting 1. Fill the water supply tank up to the maximum line and place it on the product. Then place your food into the cooking room. 2. Turn MODE SELECTOR to steam plus microwave mode position. 3.
Cooking guide Use settings and times in this table as guide lines for microwave cooking. We recommend to always fill the water tank with fresh water to the maximum level.
4. Set the cooking time by turning the MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR (Max. 10 hour). 1. During cooking, Cook time and Temperature are available to change the setting. • Cooking time: Just turn MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR. • Temperature: Press Select( ) button and then turn MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR. 2. In Fan Oven Mode settings, the top bottom and steam heating elements switch off and on throughout cooking to regulate the temperature. 04 Oven Use 5. Press Start button.
Using the grill mode Food is heated by the top heating elements. (horizontal position) For grilling, ceramic tray with grill insert or multi pan are usually placed on Level 2 or 3. Grill setting The grill enables you to heat and brown food quickly, without using microwaves. 1. Turn MODE SELECTOR to Grill mode position. 2. Set the cooking time by turning the MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR. (The maximum cooking time is 90 minutes.) 3. Press Start button.
Cooking guide Use settings and times in this table as guide lines for grilling. We recommend to preheat the oven with Grill Mode for 2-3 minutes.
The following table presents 10 Auto Programmes for Persian cook It contains its quantities, ingredient and appropriate recommendations. Before using programmes no.1 to 3, always fill water tank up to maximum level with fresh water. Use oven gloves while taking out! Code Food Serving Size (kg) 1 Kateh (Rice) 0.3-0.4 Rice 300 g, Water 550g, Salt as needed, Oil 25 g 1.Fill water tank with fresh water up to maximum level. 2.Mix water, rice and salt in a bowl 3.Put it on ceramic tray, shelf level 1.
Code Food Serving Size (kg) Ingredient Recommendations khorak sabzijat (Vegetable stew) 1.0-1.2 Celery sticks 100g, Summer squash sticks 100g, Tomato sticks 150g, Potato sticks 100g, Color paprika sticks 100g, Carrot sticks 100g, liced onions 150g, Mushroom slices 100g, Grated garlic 1 clove, Tomato paste 1 Tbsp, Lemon juice 2 Tbsp, Melted butter 50g, Chopped chicken breast 200g 1.Mix sliced onions, chopped chicken breasts , melted butter and grated garlic in glass pyrex bowl 2.
Code Food Serving Size (kg) Ingredient Recommendations 7 Morge beryan (Stuffed roast chicken) 1.3~1.5 1 whole chicken, 1Red Pepper, Minced herbs 3 Tbsp, 25g Oil 1.Stuff red pepper with minced herbs and stuff chicken with stuffed red peppers. 2.Make a sauce (Onion juice 100 g, Lime Juice 100 g, steam cooked saffron 100 g, oil 50 g , pepper, salt) Then inject it with a syringe in to the chicken all body parts. 3.Brush chilled chicken with oil. 4.
Using the auto steam cook mode The Sixteen Auto Steam Cook features include/provide pre-programmed cooking times. You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level. You can adjust the Auto Steam Cook Mode by turning the MULTI-FUNCTION SELECTOR. (1 ~16) 04 Oven Use 1. Fill the water supply tank up to the maximum line and place it on the product. Then place your food into the cooking room. 2. Turn MODE SELECTOR to Off position. 3. Press the Steam Auto button. 4.
The following table presents 16 Auto Programmes for Steam Cooking. It contains its quantities ingredient and appropriate recommendations. Before using those programmes, always fill water tank up to maximum level with fresh water. Programmes no 1 to 15 are running with steam only mode. Programme no 16 is running with a combination of steam and fan oven mode. Use oven gloves while taking out! Code Food Serving Size (kg) 1 Ashe Ab ghoureh 0.6-0.9 2 Nane Pizza (Pizza dough) 0.1-0.
Code Food Serving Size (kg) Soup Jo (Barley soup) 0.6-0.8 5 Rolete Morgh (Chicken roulette) 0.2-0.4 6 Khorake Meygou (shrimp khorak) 0.7-0.9 Recommendations Sliced green bell 35 g, Sliced potato 35g, Sliced Carrot 35 g, Barley(precooked, thin) 50g, Chicken stock 200g, Milk 270g, Cream 20 g, Butter 25 g, Flour 25g, Pepper, salt as needed 1.Fill water tank with fresh water up to maximum level 2.Mix green bell, potato, carrot, barley, chicken stock & 70g milk in a bowl. 3.
Code 7 Food Nane Hajim (fluffy bread) Serving Size (kg) 1.3-1.5 Ingredient Yeast powder 7g , Milk 50 g, Sugar 10 g ,Cold milk 160 g, Cookie flour 400 g, Salt ½ small spoon, Sugar 30 g, Butter, 60 g, Konjed (sesame)& Zireh as needed Recommendations 1.Fill water tank with fresh water up to maximum level 2.Mix milk 50 g, sugar 20 g and yeast power 7g and put it in hot place for 10 minutes 3.Put four in the bowl and make a hole, then add milk , made yeast powder, salt, sugar and melted butter 4.
Setting the standing time The Hold Time can be used to set a standing time automatically (without microwave cooking). 1. Turn MODE SELECTOR to Off position. 04 Oven Use 2. Press the Hold timer button. 3. Select the standing time by turning the MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR. 4. Press the Hold timer button. Result: Standing time starts. When it has finished: 1. The oven beeps ten times. 2. The current time is displayed again.
6. Select the Defrost mode by turning the MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR. 7. Press Select ( ) button and selects weight. 8. Press Start to start cooking. Result: • Defrosting begins. • The oven beeps half way through defrosting to remind you to turn the food over. Important: • Use only containers that are microwave - safe. • You can also defrost food manually. To do so, select the microwave function with a power level of 180 W. Refer to the section entitled “Defrosting” on page 42 to 43 for further details.
No Frozen Food Serving Standing Size (kg) Time (min) Recommendations Bread/ Cake 0.1 - 0.7 10 - 60 Put bread horizontally, lengthways to the door, on a piece of kitchen paper on the ceramic tray. Turn over, as soon as the oven beeps. Place cake on ceramic tray and if possible, turn over, as soon as the oven beeps. (Oven keeps operating and is stopped, when you open the door.) This programme is suitable for all kinds of bread, sliced or whole, as well as for bread rolls and baguettes.
Important: As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation, cooking continues even when you have taken the food out of the oven. Standing times specified in recipes and in this booklet must therefore be respected to ensure • Even cooking of the food right to the centre • The same temperature throughout the food Using the microwave modes Microwaves are high frequency electromagnetic waves.
Guide to microwave power levels POWER LEVEL PERCENTAGE (%) OUTPUT POWER (W) HIGH 100 800 For heating up liquids. HIGH LOW 83 700 For heating up and cooking food. MEDIUM HIGH 67 600 For heating up and cooking food. MEDIUM 50 450 MEDIUM LOW 33 300 DEFROST 20 180 For defrosting and continued cooking. LOW 11 100 For defrosting delicate foods. REMARK 04 Oven Use For cooking meat and heating up delicate foods.
Cookware MicrowaveSafe Comments Fast - Food Packaging • Polystyrene cups containers Can be used to warm food. Overheating may cause the polystyrene to melt. • Paper bags or newspaper May catch fire. • Recycled paper or metal trims May cause arcing. • Oven-to-table ware • Fine glassware Can be used, unless decorated with a metal trim. Can be used to warm foods or liquids. Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly. • Glass jars Must remove the lid.
Microwave cooking guide Microwaves Cookware for microwave cooking: Cookware must allow microwave energy to pass through it for maximum efficiency. Microwaves are reflected by metal, such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper, but they can penetrate through ceramic, glass, porcelain and plastic as well as paper and wood. So food must never be cooked in metal containers. Always use the ceramic tray, shelf level 1 from bottom, when using microwave mode. Put dishes and food on ceramic plate.
Cooking guide for frozen vegetables Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid, put on ceramic tray, shelf level 1. Cook covered for the minimum time – see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during standing time. Portion (g) Power (W) Time (Min) Standing Time (Min) Spinach 150 600 5-7 2-3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp) cold water. Broccoli 300 600 8 - 10 2-3 Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) cold water.
Portion (g) Time (Min.) Standing Time (Min.) Courgettes 250 3-4 3 Cut courgettes into slices. Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.) water or a knob of butter. Cook until just tender. Egg Plants 250 3-4 3 Cut egg plants into small slices and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Leeks 250 3-4 3 Cut leeks into thick slices. Mushrooms 125 250 1-2 2-3 3 Prepare small whole or sliced mushrooms. Do not add any water. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Spice with salt and pepper. Drain before serving.
Food Pasta Portion (g) Power (W) Time (Min) Standing Time (Min) Instructions 250 800 11 - 13 5 Add 1000 ml hot water. Reheating Your microwave oven will reheat food in a fraction of the time that conventional ovens hobs normally take. Use the power levels and reheating times in the following chart as a guide. The times in the chart consider liquids with a room temperature of about +18 to +20°C or a chilled food with a temperature of about +5 to +7°C.
Reheating baby food Baby Food Empty into a deep ceramic plate. Cover with plastic lid. Stir well after reheating! Let stand for 2-3 minutes before serving. Stir again and check the temperature. Recommended serving temperature: between 30–40°C. Defrosting 04 Oven Use Baby Milk Pour milk into a sterilised glass bottle. Reheat uncovered. Never heat a baby’s bottle with teat on, as the bottle may explode if overheated.
Chicken Pieces 500 g (2 pcs) 12 - 14 Whole Chicken 1200 g 28 - 32 Fish Fillets 200 g 6-7 Whole Fish 400 g 11 - 13 300 g 2 pcs 4 pcs 250 g 15 - 60 First, put chicken pieces first skin-side down, whole chicken first breast-side-down on ceramic plate. Shield the thinner parts like wings and ends with aluminium foil. Turn over after half of defrosting time. 10 - 25 Put frozen fish in the middle of ceramic plate. Arrange the thinner parts under the thicker parts.
Cooking glaze/icing (for cake and gateaux) Mix instant glaze (approximately 14 g) with 40 g sugar and 250 ml cold water. Cook uncovered in a glass pyrex bowl for 3 ½ to 4 ½ minutes using 800 W, until glaze/icing is transparent. Stir twice during cooking. Cooking pudding Mix pudding powder with sugar and milk (500 ml) by following the manufacturers instructions and stir well. Use a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with lid. Cook covered for 6 ½ to 7 ½ minutes using 800 W.
Child safety lock The oven’s Child Safety Lock allows you to lock the control panel to protect the oven against unintended use. To lock the oven 1. Press Select ( ) and Stop/Cancel button at the same time and hold for 3 seconds. 2. Lock symbol appears on DISPLAY indicating all functions locked. To unlock the oven 1. Press Select ( ) and Stop/Cancel button at the same time and hold for 3 seconds. 2. Lock symbol disappears indicating functions unlocked. 46_ oven use SAMI7_HAC-03579D-02_EN.
cleaning and care Cleaning your oven When you see the “ Descale. ” message on the control panel, the machine needs to be 1. Dilute and uses according to description of buying citric acid. 500ml 05 Cleaning and Care Descaling 2. Pour the mixed water into the tank and close the lid before installing it into the main unit. 3. Turn the selection wheel to [Standby]. 4. Close the door and press and hold down both the “Steam Auto” and “Steam Clean” buttons for 3 seconds.
7. When done, the machine will make a beep. Empty both the tank and the tray and clean the tank with water. 8. When done, open the door and wipe inside the cooking room with a dry cloth. • Citric acid is not harmful to humans in terms of food safety. • You can obtain citric acid at a pharmacy. • Water is used for steam cooking, which contains calcium and magnesium. Through heating, water evaporates and only the floating materials (minerals) remain (not harmful to humans).
Important: • Take special care NOT to spill water in the vents. • NEVER use abrasive products or chemical solvents. • ALWAYS ensure that door seals are clean to prevent particles from building up so that the door can close properly. Cleaning the top grill 05 Cleaning and Care 1. Opening the top grill to the left or right, as shown in the figure, will facilitate cleaning. (When cleaning is finished, make sure to close the grill).
Removing the shelf 1. To remove the shelf: Loosen the shelf screw by turning it to the left. 2. To install the shelf: Insert the shelf into the inner hole and then into the outer hole, and turn the shelf screw to the right until it is secured. ● Inner Hole Loose ● Inner Hole Locked ● Inner Hole Cleaning the accessories 1. Wipe them with a neutral detergent and dry them before inserting them back into the cooking room. 2.
troubleshooting and error code Repairs should only be made by a qualified service technician. If oven requires servicing, unplug the oven and contact the nearest Samsung Customer Service Center. When calling, please have the following information ready: • The model number and serial number (Can be found at rear of the oven.) • Warranty details • Clear description of the problem If oven must be temporarily stored, choose a clean dry place as dust and dampness can cause damage.
Air flow is detected around the door and outer casing. • This is a normal occurrence. Light reflection around the door and outer casing. • This is a normal occurrence. Steam escapes from around the door or vents. • This is a normal occurrence. A clicking sound occurs while the oven is operating, especially in defrosting mode. • This is a normal occurrence.
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