MG23F301T**
MG23F302T**
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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
Microwave Oven
Owner’s Instructions & Cooking Guide
800W
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.
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contents
Safety instructions ..................................................................................3
Installation ..............................................................................................11
Accessories .......................................................................................................11
Installation site ................................................................................................... 12
Turntable ...........................................................................................................12
Maintenance ..........................................................................................13
Cleaning ............................................................................................................ 13
Replacement (repair) .........................................................................................13
Care against an extended period of disuse ........................................................13
Oven features .........................................................................................14
Oven .................................................................................................................14
Control panel .....................................................................................................14
Oven use .................................................................................................15
Setting the time .................................................................................................15
How a microwave oven works ........................................................................... 15
Checking that your oven is operating correctly ..................................................16
Cooking/Reheating ............................................................................................16
Power levels ......................................................................................................17
Using the deodorize feature ............................................................................... 17
Adjusting the cooking time ................................................................................17
Stopping the cooking ........................................................................................18
Setting the energy save mode ...........................................................................18
Using the healthy cooking features ....................................................................18
Power steam cooking guide
(only MG23F301TF*, MG23F301TJ*, MG23F302TF*, MG23F302TJ* models) ....21
Using the crusty plate
(only MG23F301TC*, MG23F301TJ*, MG23F302TC*, MG23F302TJ* models) ...23
Using the auto power defrost feature .................................................................26
Using the my plate feature .................................................................................27
Choosing the accessories .................................................................................27
Grilling ............................................................................................................... 28
Combining microwaves and the grill ..................................................................28
Switching the beeper o ....................................................................................29
Safety-locking your microwave oven..................................................................29
Cookware guide ....................................................................................30
Cooking guide ........................................................................................31
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 40
What to do if you are in doubt or have a problem ..............................................40
Error message ................................................................................................... 40
Technical specifications .......................................................................41
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01 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
safety instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the
oven must not be operated until it has been repaired
by a competent person.
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: Liquids and other foods must not be
heated in sealed containers since they are liable to
explode.
WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven
without supervision when adequate instructions have
been given so that the child is able to use the oven in
a safe way and understands the hazards of improper
use.
This appliance is intended to be used in household
only and it is not intended to be used such as:
• sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working
environments;
• farm houses;
• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave
ovens.
When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
The microwave oven is intended for heating food and
beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of
warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and
similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
If smoke is observed (emitted), switch o or unplug the
appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle
any flames.
Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed
eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.
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The contents of feeding bottles and baby food
jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature
checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
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.
The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food
deposits removed.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could
lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely
aect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
The microwave oven is intended to be used on the
counter top (freestanding) use only, the microwave
oven shall not be placed in a cabinet.
Metallic containers for food and beverages are not
allowed during microwave cooking.
The care should be taken not to displace the turntable
when removing containers from the appliance.
The appliance shall not be cleaned with a steam
cleaner.
The appliance should not be cleaned with a water jet.
The appliance is not intended for installing in road
vehicles, caravans and similar vehicles etc.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
This oven should be positioned proper direction and
height permitting easy access to cavity and control
area.
Before using the your oven first time, oven should be
operated with the water during 10 minute and then
used.
If the oven generates a strange noise, a burning
smell, or smoke is emitted, unplug the power plug
immediately and contact your nearest service center.
The microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug
is accessible.
WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the
combination mode, children should only use the oven
under adult supervision due to the temperatures
generated.
During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should
be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the
oven.
WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during
use. Young children should be kept away.
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of
the glass.
A steam cleaner is not to be used.
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched o
before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of
electric shock.
The appliance must not be installed behind a
decorative door in order to avoid overheating.
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts
become hot during use.
Care should be taken to avoid touching heating
elements.
Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away
unless continuously supervised.
CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised.
A short term cooking process has to be supervised
continuously.
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The door or the outer surface may get hot when the
appliance is operating.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high
when the appliance is operating.
The surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
The appliances are not intended to be operated by
means of an external timer or separate remote-control
system.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children unless they
are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of
children less than 8 years.
General safety
Any modifications or repairs must be performed by qualified personnel only.
Do not heat food or liquids sealed in containers for the microwave function.
Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, or steam or high-pressure cleaners to
clean the oven.
Do not install the oven: near a heater or flammable material; locations that
are humid, oily, dusty or exposed to direct sunlight or water; or where gas
may leak; or an uneven surface.
This oven must be properly grounded in accordance with local and national
codes.
Regularly use a dry cloth to remove foreign substances from the power plug
terminals and contacts.
Do not pull, excessively bend, or place heavy objects on the power cord.
If there is a gas leak (propane, LP, etc) ventilate immediately. Do not touch
the power cord.
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands.
While the oven is operating, do not turn it o by unplugging the power cord.
Do not insert fingers or foreign substances. If foreign substances enter the
oven, unplug the power cord and contact a local Samsung service centre.
Do not apply excessive pressure or impact to the oven.
Do not place the oven over fragile objects.
Ensure the power voltage, frequency, and current matches the product
specifications.
Firmly plug the power plug into the wall socket. Do not use multiple plug
adapters, extension cords, or electric transformers.
Do not hook the power cord on metal objects. Make sure the cord is
between objects or behind the oven.
Do not use a damaged power plug, power cord, or loose wall socket. For
damaged power plugs or cords, contact a local Samsung service centre.
Do not pour or directly spray water onto the oven.
Do not place objects on the oven, inside, or on the oven door.
Do not spray volatile materials such as insecticide on the oven.
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Do not store flammable materials in the oven. Because alcohol vapours
can contact hot parts of the oven, use caution when heating food or drinks
containing alcohol.
Children may bump themselves or catch their fingers on the door. When
opening/closing the door, keep children away.
Microwave warning
Microwave heating of beverages may result in delayed eruptive boiling;
always use caution when handling the container. Always allow beverages to
stand at least 20seconds before handling. If necessary, stir during heating.
Always stir after heating.
In the event of scalding, follow these First Aid instructions:
1. Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at least 10 minutes.
2. Cover with a clean, dry dressing.
3. Do not apply any creams, oils, or lotions.
To avoid damaging the tray or rack, do not put the tray or rack in water
shortly after cooking.
Do not use the oven for deep fat frying because the oil temperature cannot
be controlled. This could result in a sudden boil over of hot oils.
Microwave oven precautions
Only use microwave-safe utensils. Do not use metallic containers, gold or
silver trimmed dinnerware, skewers, etc.
Remove wire twist ties. Electric arcing may occur.
Do not use the oven to dry papers or clothes.
Use shorter times for small amounts of food to prevent overheating or
burning.
Keep the power cord and power plug away from water and heat sources.
To avoid the risk of explosion, do not heat eggs with shells or hard-boiled
eggs. Do not heat airtight or vacuum-sealed containers, nuts, tomatoes,
etc.
Do not cover the ventilation slots with cloth or paper. This is a fire hazard.
The oven may overheat and turn o automatically and will remain o until it
cools suciently.
Always use oven mitts when removing a dish.
Stir liquids halfway during heating or after heating ends and allow the liquid
stand at least 20 seconds after heating to prevent eruptive boiling.
Stand at arms length from the oven when opening the door to avoid getting
scalded by escaping hot air or steam.
Do not operate the oven when it is empty. The oven will automatically shut
down for 30 minutes for safety purposes. We recommend placing a glass
of water inside the oven at all times to absorb microwave energy in case the
oven is started accidentally.
Install the oven in compliance with the clearances in this manual. (See
Installing your microwave oven.)
Use caution when connecting other electrical appliances to sockets near
the oven.
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Microwave operation precautions
Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy.
• Do not operate the oven with the door open. Do not tamper with the
safety interlocks (door latches). Do not insert anything into the safety
interlock holes.
• Do not place any object between the oven door and front face or allow
food or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Keep the
door and door sealing surfaces clean by wiping with a damp cloth and
then with a soft, dry cloth after each use.
• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. Only operate after it has been
repaired by a qualified technician.
Important: the oven door must close properly. The door must not be
bent; the door hinges must not be broken or loose; the door seals and
sealing surfaces must not be damaged.
• All adjustments or repairs must be done by a qualified technician.
Limited warranty
Samsung will charge a repair fee for replacing an accessory or repairing a
cosmetic defect if the damage to the unit or accessory was caused by the
customer. Items this stipulation covers include:
• Door, handles, out-panel, or control panel that are dented, scratched, or
broken.
• A broken or missing tray, guide roller, coupler, or wire rack.
Use this oven only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction
manual. Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do
not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your
responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing,
maintaining, and operating your oven.
Because these following operating instructions cover various models,
the characteristics of your microwave oven may dier slightly from those
described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable. If you
have any questions or concerns, contact a local Samsung service centre or
find help and information online at www.samsung.com.
Use this oven for heating food only. It is intended for domestic use only. Do
not heat any type of textiles or cushions filled with grains. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use of
the oven.
To avoid deterioration of the oven surface and hazardous situations, always
keep the oven clean and well maintained.
Product group definition
This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The definition of group
2 which contains all ISM equipment in which radio-frequency energy is
intentionally generated and/or used in the form of electromagnetic radiation
for the treatment of material, and EDM and arc welding equipment.
For Class B equipment is equipment suitable for use in domestic
establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage
power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic
purposes.
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01 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in countries with separate collection
systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature
indicates that the product and its electronic accessories
(e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed
of with other household waste at the end of their working
life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate
these items from other types of waste and recycle them
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where
they purchased this product, or their local government oce,
for details of where and how they can take these items for
environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the
terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product
and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other
commercial wastes for disposal.
For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and product-
specific regulatory obligations, e.g. REACH, WEEE, Batteries, visit :
www.samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/sustainability/environment/our-
commitment/data/
INSTALLATION & WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT NOTE :
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug
incorporating a fuse.
The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it
requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1363 of the same rating must be
used.
Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If
a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the
pin face of the plug.
Replacement covers are available from your Dealer. If the fitted plug is not
suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough
to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved
extension lead or consult your Dealer for assistance. However, if there is no
alternative to cutting o the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose
of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains socket, as there is a risk of
shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
This appliance must be earthed. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
earthing reduces the risk of electric shock providing an escape wire for the
electric current. The appliance is equipped with a mains lead which includes
an earth wire for connecting to the earth terminal of your mains plug. The
plug must be plugged into a socket that is properly installed and earthed.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
• Green and yellow : Earth
• Blue : Neutral
• Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings indentifying the terminals in your
plug, proceed as follows.
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Connect the green and yellow wire to the terminal in the plug marked with
the letter E or the earth symbol ( ) or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
Connect the blue wire to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured
black.
Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if in doubt about any
of these instructions.
The manufacturer of this oven will not accept any liability for damage to
persons or material for non observance of these requirements.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the oven and if the mains
lead of this appliance is damaged, it must only be replaced by qualified
service personnel approved by the manufacturer because special tools
are required.
WARNING : Ensure that the plug and
power cord are not damaged before
use. If you have any reason to remove
the moulded plug from this appliance,
immediately remove the fuse and dispose
of the plug.
Do not connect the plug to a mains
socket under any circumstances as there
is a danger of electric shock.
CIRCUITS : Your microwave oven should
be operated on a separate circuit from
other appliances. Failure to do this may
cause the circuit breaker to trip, the fuse
to blow, or the food to cook more slowly.
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS ON FOOD PACKAGING
Microwave Symbols
On the front of your oven there is a microwave oven symbol, as shown
below.
This symbol has been introduced for your benefit when cooking or
reheating packaged food.
800W
Packaged food is also, increasingly, using a microwave symbol similar to
the one below.
When you see this Symbol on food packaging, the cooking instructions are
based on either the IEC Power Output Rating, or the Reheating Categories
A, B, C, D or E.
800W
GREEN AND
YELLOW
13 AMP
FUSE
BLUE
BROWN
WARNING
WARNING
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02 INSTALLATION
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
The IEC Power Output rating is an internationally standardised rating, so all
microwave manufacturers now use the same method of measuring power
output.
If food packaging gives cooking instructions based on IEC Power ratings,
set cooking times according to the IEC Power of your oven.
For example :
If the cooking instructions are based on a 650 W oven, then you will need to
reduce some cooking time for the MG23F301T**, MG23F302T** (800 W)
Ready meals are now very convenient and popular. These are meals which
are already prepared and cooked by the food manufacturer, and then
frozen, chilled or vacuum sealed for long life.
Increasingly, heating times for such ready meals are being based on the
Heating Categories A, B, C, D and E.
On this instance, simply match the heating category of your oven to the
instructions on the food package, and set your timer accordingly.
For example :
If the heating instructions are 3 minutes on HIGH for a D category oven,
then you will need to set your timer for less than 3 minutes on HIGH for the
MG23F301T**, MG23F302T** (E category).
Always remember that cooking instructions are intended only as a
guide. If you have followed the instructions and the food is still not
piping hot throughout, simply return it to the oven and cook it until it is.
installation
ACCESSORIES
Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with
several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways.
1. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.
Purpose : The roller ring supports the turntable.
2. Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the
centre fitting to the coupler.
Purpose : The turntable serves as the main
cooking surface; it can be easily
removed for cleaning.
3. Grill rack, to be placed on the turntable.
Purpose : The metal rack can be used in grill and
combination cooking.
4. Crusty plate, see pages 23-25.
(Only MG23F301TC*, MG23F301TJ*,
MG23F302TC*, MG23F302TJ* models)
Purpose: The crusty plate is used to brown
food better in the microwave or grill combination cooking
modes. It helps keep pastry and pizza dough crisp.
DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and
turntable.
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5. Steam cooker, see pages 21-23.
(Only MG23F301TF*, MG23F301TJ*, MG23F302TF*,
MG23F302TJ* models)
Purpose : The plastic steam cooker when using
power steam function.
DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and
turntable.
DO NOT operate the Grill ( ) and Combi ( ) mode with Steam
cooker.
Operation Mode
MW ( ) GRILL ( ) COMBI ( )
(Steam cooker)
O X X
INSTALLATION SITE
• Select a flat, level surface approx. 85cm above
the floor. The surface must support the weight
of the oven.
• We recommend installing the product so its
back is flush with the wall, and leave minimum
10 cm on both sides and 20 cm above the
product for ventilation.
0 cm
0 cm
behind
behind
20 cm
20 cm
above
above
10 cm on
10 cm on
the side
the side
85 cm of
85 cm of
the floor
the floor
• Do not install the oven in hot or damp surroundings, such as next to
other microwave ovens or radiators.
• Conform to the power supply specifications of this oven. Use only
approved extension cables if you need to use.
• Wipe the interior and the door seal with a damp cloth before using your
oven for the first time.
TURNTABLE
Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
Install the roller ring and turntable. Check that the
turntable rotates freely.
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03 MAINTENANCE
maintenance
CLEANING
Clean the oven regularly to prevent impurities from building up on or inside
the oven. Also pay special attention to the door, door sealing, and turntable
and roller ring (applicable models only).
If the door won’t open or close smoothly, first check if the door seals have
built up impurities. Use a soft cloth in soapy water to clean both the inner
and outer sides of the oven. Rinse and dry well.
To remove stubborn impurities with bad smells from inside the oven
1. With an empty oven, put a cup of diluted lemon juice on the centre of
the turntable.
2. Heat the oven for 10 minutes at max power.
3. When the cycle is complete, wait until the oven cools down. Then, open
the door and clean the cooking chamber.
To clean inside swing-heater models
To clean the upper area of the cooking chamber,
lower the top heating element by 45° as shown.
This will help clean the upper area. When done,
reposition the top heating element.
CAUTION
• Keep the door and door sealing clean and ensure the door opens and
closes smoothly. Otherwise, the oven’s lifecycle may be shortened.
• Take caution not to spill water into the oven vents.
• Do not use any abrasive or chemical substances for cleaning.
• After each use of the oven, use a mild detergent to clean the cooking
chamber after waiting for the oven to cool down.
REPLACEMENT (REPAIR)
WARNING
This oven has no user-removable parts inside. Do not try to replace or
repair the oven yourself.
• If you encounter a problem with hinges, sealing, and/or the door,
contact a qualified technician or a local Samsung service centre for
technical assistance.
• If you want to replace the light bulb, contact a local Samsung service
centre. Do not replace it yourself.
• If you encounter a problem with the outer housing of the oven, first
unplug the power cord from the power source, and then contact a local
Samsung service centre.
CARE AGAINST AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF DISUSE
If you don’t use the oven for an extended period of time, unplug the power
cord and move the oven to a dry, dust-free location. Dust and moisture that
builds up inside the oven may aect the performance of the oven.
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CONTROL PANEL
6
2
1
3
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
12
1. DISPLAY
2. HEALTHY COOKING BUTTON
3. POWER DEFROST BUTTON
4. MICROWAVE BUTTON
5. GRILL BUTTON
6. DIAL KNOB
(WEIGHT/SERVING/TIME)
7. STOP/ECO BUTTON
8. MY PLATE BUTTON
9. DEODORIZATION BUTTON
10. MICROWAVE+GRILL BUTTON
11. CLOCK SETTING BUTTON
12. START/+30s BUTTON
oven features
OVEN
9 108
1 2 3 4
7
11
6
12
5
1. DOOR HANDLE
2. VENTILATION HOLES
3. GRILL
4. LIGHT
5. DISPLAY
6. DOOR LATCHES
7. DOOR
8. TURNTABLE
9. COUPLER
10. ROLLER RING
11. SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES
12. CONTROL PANEL
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04 OVEN FEATURES / OVEN USE
HOW A MICROWAVE OVEN WORKS
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released
enables food to be cooked or reheated without the foods form or colour
changing.
You can use your microwave oven to:
• Defrost (manual & auto)
• Cook
• Reheat
Cooking Principle.
1. The microwaves generated by the magnetron are
distributed uniformly as the food rotates on the
turntable. 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). Cooking then
continues as the heat is dissipated within the food.
3. Cooking times vary according to the recipient used
and the properties of the food:
• Quantity and density
• Water content
• Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)
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
oven use
SETTING THE TIME
Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. When power is supplied, “:0”,
“88:88” or “12:00” is automatically displayed on the display.
Please set the current time. The time can be displayed in either the 24- hour
or 12-hour notation. You must set the clock:
• When you first install your microwave oven
• After a power failure
Do not forget to reset the clock when you switch to and from summer
and winter time.
Auto energy saving function
If you do not select any function when appliance is in the middle of
setting or operating with temporary stop condition, function is canceled
and clock will be displayed after 25 minutes.
Oven Lamp will be turned o after 5 minutes with door open condition.
1. To display the time in the...
24-hour notation
12-hour notation
Press the Clock ( ) button once or twice.
2. Turn the dial knob to set the hour.
3. Press the Clock ( ) button.
4. Turn the dial knob to set the minute.
5. Press the Clock ( ) button.
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CHECKING THAT YOUR OVEN IS OPERATING
CORRECTLY
The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is
working correctly at all times.
Open the oven door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door.
Place a glass of water on the turntable. Then, close the door.
1. Press the Microwave ( ) button.
Result : The 800W (maximum cooking power)
indications are displayed:
2. Set the time 4 to 5 minutes by turning the dial knob
and press the Start/+30s ( ) button.
Result: The oven light comes on and the
turntable starts rotating.
1) Cooking starts and when it has finished the oven beeps
4 times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every
minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
The oven must be plugged into an appropriate wall socket. The
turntable must be in position in the oven. If a power level other than the
maximum is used, the water takes longer to boil.
COOKING/REHEATING
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. Then, close the door.
1. Press the Microwave ( ) button.
Result : The 800W (maximum cooking power)
indications are displayed:
Select the appropriate power level
by pressing the Microwave ( ) button again until the
corresponding wattage is displayed. Refer to the power
level table.
2. Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob.
Result : The cooking time is displayed.
3. Press the Start/+30s ( ) button.
Result : The oven light comes on and the
turntable starts rotating.
1) Cooking starts and when it has
finished the oven beeps 4 times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every
minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty.
If you wish to heat a dish for a short period of time at maximum power
(800W), simply press the +30s button once for each 30 seconds of
cooking time. The oven starts immediately.
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05 OVEN USE
POWER LEVELS
You can choose among the power levels below.
Power level
Output
MWO GRILL
HIGH 800W -
MEDIUM HIGH 600W -
MEDIUM 450W -
MEDIUM LOW 300W -
DEFROST ( )
180W -
LOW/KEEP WARM 100W -
GRILL - 1100W
COMBI I ( )
600W 1100W
COMBI II ( )
450W 1100W
COMBI III ( )
300W 1100W
If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be decreased.
If you select lower power level, the cooking time must be increased.
USING THE DEODORIZE FEATURE
Use this feature after cooking odorous food or when there is a lot of smoke
in the oven interior.
First clean the oven interior.
Press the Deodorization ( ) button after you have
finished cleaning. The oven beeps four times when it
has finished.
The deodorization time has been specified as 5 minutes. It increases by
30 seconds whenever the +30s button is pressed.
The maximum deodorization time is 15 minutes.
ADJUSTING THE COOKING TIME
You can increase the cooking time by pressing the +30s
button once for each 30 seconds to be added.
Press the +30s button once for each 30 seconds to be
added.
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USING THE HEALTHY COOKING FEATURES
The Healthy Cooking Features has twenty pre-programmed cooking times.
You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level. You can
adjust the item of the serving by turning the dial knob.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
1. Select the type of food that you are cooking by
pressing the Healthy Cooking ( ) or Healthy
Cooking ( ) button once or more times.
2. Select the size of the serving by turning the dial
knob. (Refer to the table on the side).
3. Press the Start/+30s ( ) button.
Result : Cooking starts. When it has finished.
1) The oven beeps 4 times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3
times (once every minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
STOPPING THE COOKING
You can stop cooking at any time to check the food.
1. To stop temporarily;
1) Open the door.
Result : Cooking stops. To resume cooking,
close the door and press ( ) again.
2) Press the Stop ( ) button.
Result : Cooking stops. To resume cooking, press ( ) again.
2. To stop completely;
Press the Stop ( ) button.
Result : The cooking stops. If you wish to
cancel the cooking settings, press the
Stop ( ) button again.
You can also cancel any setting before starting by simply pressing
Stop ( ).
SETTING THE ENERGY SAVE MODE
The oven has an energy save mode. This facility saves electricity when the
oven is not in use. Normal condition is standby mode and show clock when
not using.
• Press the Energy Save ( ) button.
Result : Display o.
• To remove energy save mode, open the door or
press the Energy Save ( ) button and then display
shows current time. The oven is ready for use.
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05 OVEN USE
USING HEALTHY COOKING PROGRAMMES:
VEGETABLES & GRAINS
The following table presents the 12 Healthy diet auto programmes for
cooking vegetables or grains. It contains its quantities, standing times and
appropriate recommendations.
Programmes 1-10 are running with microwave energy only. Programmes
11-12 are running with a combination of microwave and grill.
Code Food
Portion
(g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
1 Broccoli 250
500
1-2 Rinse and clean fresh broccoli
and prepare florets. Put them
evenly into a glass bowl with
lid. Add 30 ml (2 tablespoons)
water when cooking for
250g, and add 60-75 ml
(4-5tablespoons) for 500g.
Put bowl in the centre of
turntable. Cook covered. Stir
after cooking.
2 Carrots 250 1-2 Rinse and clean carrots and
prepare even slices. Put them
evenly into a glass bowl with
lid. Add 30 ml (2 tablespoons)
water when cooking for 250g.
Put bowl in the centre of
turntable. Cook covered. Stir
after cooking.
3 Green
Beans
250 1-2 Rinse and clean green beans.
Put them evenly into a glass
bowl with lid. Add 30 ml
(1 tablespoon) water when
cooking 250g. Put bowl in
the centre of turntable. Cook
covered. Stir after cooking.
Code Food
Portion
(g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
4 Spinach 150 1-2 Rinse and clean spinach. Put
into a glass bowl with lid. Do
not add water. Put bowl in
the centre of turntable. Cook
covered. Stir after cooking.
5 Corn on
the cob
250
(1 pcs)
1-2 Rinse and clean corn on
the cobs and put into an
oval glass dish. Cover with
microwave cling film and
pierce film.
6 Peeled
Potatoes
250
500
2-3 Wash and peel the potatoes
and cut into a similar size.
Put them into a glass bowl
with lid. Add 45-60 ml
(3-4tablespoons) water. Put
bowl in the centre of turntable.
Cook covered.
7
Brown Rice
(parboiled)
125 5-10 Use a large glass ovenware
dish with lid. Add double
quantity of cold water (1/4l).
Cook covered. Stir before
standing time and add salt
and herbs.
8
Wholemeal
Macaroni
125 1 Use a large glass ovenware
dish with lid. Add 1/2 l hot
boiling water, a pinch of salt
and stir well. Cook uncovered.
Stir before standing time and
drain thoroughly afterwards.
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USING HEALTHY COOKING PROGRAMMES :
POULTRY & FISH
The following table presents the 8 Healthy diet auto programmes for
cooking poultry and fish, its quantities, standing times and appropriate
recommendations. Programmes 1-6 are running with microwave energy
only. Programmes 7-8 are running with a combination of microwaves and
grill.
Code Food
Portion
(g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
1 Chicken
Breast
300
(2 pcs)
2 Rinse pieces and put on a
ceramic plate. Cover with
microwave cling film. Pierce
film. Put dish on turntable.
2 Turkey
Breast
300
(2 pcs)
2 Rinse pieces and put on a
ceramic plate. Cover with
microwave cling film. Pierce
film. Put dish on turntable.
3 Fresh Fish
fillet
300
(2 pcs)
1-2 Rinse fish and put on
a ceramic plate, add
1tablespoon lemon juice.
Cover with microwave cling
film. Pierce film. Put dish on
turntable.
4 Fresh
Salmon Filet
300
(2 pcs)
1-2 Rinse fish and put on
a ceramic plate, add
1tablespoon lemon juice.
Cover with microwave cling
film. Pierce film. Put dish on
turntable.
5 Fresh
Prawns
250 1-2 Rinse prawns on a ceramic
plate, add 1 tablespoon
lemon juice. Cover with
microwave cling film. Pierce
film. Put dish on turntable.
Code Food
Portion
(g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
9 Quinoa 125 1-3 Use a large glass ovenware
dish with lid. Add double
quantity of cold water
(250ml). Cook covered. Stir
before standing time and add
salt and herbs.
10 Bulgur 125 2-5 Use a large glass ovenware
dish with lid. Add double
quantity of cold water
(250ml). Cook covered. Stir
before standing time and add
salt and herbs.
11
Vegetables
Gratin
500 2-3 Put the vegetables, such
as precooked potato slices,
courgette slices and tomatoes
and sauce into a suitable sized
glass pyrex dish. Add grated
cheese on top. Put dish on
the rack.
12 Grilled
Tomatoes
400 1-2 Rinse and clean tomatoes, cut
them into halves and put in
an ovenware dish. Add grated
cheese on top. Put dish on
rack.
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05 OVEN USE
POWER STEAM COOKING GUIDE
(ONLY MG23F301TF*, MG23F301TJ*, MG23F302TF*,
MG23F302TJ* MODELS)
The Power Steamer is based on the principle of steam cooking, and is
designed for fast, healthy cooking in your Samsung Microwave oven.
This accessory is ideal for cooking rice, pasta, vegetables, etc. in record
time, while preserving their nutritional values.
The Microwave Power steamer set is made up of 3 items:
Bowl Insert tray Lid
All parts withstand temperatures from -20 °C to 140 °C.
Suitable for freezer storage. Can also be used separately or together.
CONDITIONS of USE:
Do not use:
• to cook foods with a high sugar or fat content,
• with the grill or rotating heat function or on a hob.
Wash all parts well in soapy water before first use.
To find out cooking times, please refer to the instructions in the table on
next page.
MAINTENANCE:
Your steamer can be washed in a dishwasher.
When washing by hand, use hot water and washing-up liquid. Do not
use abrasive pads.
Some foods (such as tomato) may discolour the plastic. This is normal
and not a manufacturing fault.
Code Food
Portion
(g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
6 Fresh Trout 200
(1 fish)
2 Put 2 fresh whole fish into
an ovenproof dish. Add a
pinch salt, 1 tablespoon
lemon juice, salt and herbs.
Cover with microwave cling
film. Pierce film. Put dish on
turntable.
7
Roast Fish
200
(1 fish)
3
Brush skin of whole fish (trout
or gilthead) with oil and add
herbs and spices. Put fish side
by side, head to tail on the
high rack. Turnover, as soon as
the beep sounds.
8
Grilled Salmon
steaks
300
(2 steaks)
2 Put fish steaks evenly on the
high rack. Turnover, as soon
as the beep sounds.
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DEFROSTING:
Place the frozen food in the steam bowl without the lid. The liquid will
remain in the bottom of the pot and will not harm the food.
COOKING:
Food
Portion
(g)
Power
levels (W)
Cooking
time (min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Handling
Artichokes
300
(1-2 pcs)
800 5-6 1-2
Bowl with
insert tray
+ Lid
Instructions
Rinse and clean artichokes. Put insert tray into bowl. Set
artichokes on tray. Add one tablespoon lemon juice. Cover with
lid.
Fresh
vegetables 300 800 4-5 1-2
Bowl with
insert tray
+ Lid
Instructions
Weigh the vegetables (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, pepper)
after washing, cleaning and cutting into similar size. Put tray into
bowl. Distribute vegetables on insert tray. Add 2 tablespoons
water. Cover with lid.
Frozen
vegetables 300 600 7-8 2-3
Bowl with
insert tray
+ Lid
Instructions
Put the frozen vegetables into the steam bowl. Put insert tray
into bowl. Add 1 tablespoon water. Cover with lid. Stir well after
cooking and standing.
Food
Portion
(g)
Power
levels (W)
Cooking
time (min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Handling
Rice 250 800 15-18 5-10 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Put rice into the steam bowl. Add 500 ml cold water. Cover
with lid. After cooking let stand white rice 5 minutes, brown rice
10minutes.
Jacket
potatoes
500 800 7-8 2-3 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Weigh and rinse the potatoes and put them into steam bowl.
Add 3 tablespoons water. Cover with lid.
Stew
(chilled)
400 600 5-6 1-2 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Put stew into the steam bowl. Cover with lid. Stir well before
standing.
Soup
(chilled)
400 800 3-4 1-2 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Pour into steam bowl. Cover with lid. Stir well before standing.
Frozen
soup
400 800 8-10 2-3 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Put frozen soup into steam bowl. Cover with lid. Stir well before
standing.
Frozen
yeast
dumpling
with jam
filling
150 600 1-2 2-3 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Moist the top of filled dumplings with cold water. Put 1-2 frozen
dumplings side by side into the steam bowl. Cover with lid.
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05 OVEN USE
Food
Portion
(g)
Power
levels (W)
Cooking
time (min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Handling
Fruit
compote
250 800 3-4 2-3 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Weigh the fresh fruits (e.g. apples, pears, plums, apricots,
mangoes or pineapple) after peeling, washing and cutting into
similar sizes or cubes. Put into steam bowl. Add 1-2 tablespoons
water and 1-2 tbsp. sugar. Cover with lid.
Handling of power steam cooker
PRECAUTIONS:
Take special care when opening the lid of your steamer, because the
steam escaping may be very hot.
Use oven gloves when handling after cooking.
USING THE CRUSTY PLATE
(ONLY MG23F301TC*, MG23F301TJ*, MG23F302TC*,
MG23F302TJ* MODELS)
This crusty plate allows you to brown food not only on the top with the grill,
but also the bottom of the food turns crispy and brown due to the high
temperature of the crusty plate. Several items which you can prepare on the
crusty plate can be found in the chart (see next page).
The crusty plate can also be used for bacon, eggs, sausages, etc.
1. Place the crusty plate directly on the turntable and
preheat it with highest Microwave-Grill-Combination
[600W + Grill ( )] by following the times and
instructions in the chart.
Always use oven gloves to take out the crusty plate, as will become
very hot.
2. Brush the plate with oil if you are cooking food, such as bacon and
eggs, in order to brown the food nicely.
Please note that the crusty plate has a teflon layer which is not scratch-
resistant. Do not use any sharp objects like a knife to cut on the crusty
plate.
Use plastic accessories to avoid scratches on the surface of the crusty
plate or remove the food from the plate before cutting.
3. Place the food on the crusty plate.
Do not place any objects on the crusty plate that
are not heat-resistant; e.g. plastic bowels.
Never place the crusty plate in the oven without turntable.
+
Bowl + Lid
Bowl with insert tray + Lid
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4. Place the crusty plate on the metal rack (or turntable)
in the microwave.
5. Select the appropriate cooking time and power.
(Refer to the table on the side)
How to clean the Crusty Plate
Clean the crusty plate with warm water and detergent and rinse o with
clean water.
Do not use a scrubbing brush or a hard sponge otherwise the top layer
will be damaged.
Please Note
The crusty plate is not dishwasher-safe.
MANUAL CRUSTY COOK PROGRAMMES
We recommend to preheat the crusty plate directly on the turntable.
Preheat crusty plate with 600W + Grill ( ) function for 3-5 minutes.
Follow the times and instructions in the table.
Food Portion Power
Preheating
time (min.)
Cooking
time (min.)
Bacon 4 slices (80g) 600 W + Grill 3 3½-4
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Put slices side by side on crusty plate. Put
crusty plate on the rack.
Grilled
Tomatoes
200g
(2 pcs)
450 W + Grill 3 4½-5
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Cut tomatoes in halves. Put some cheese
on top. Arrange in a circle on crusty plate. Put crusty plate on
the rack.
Burger
(frozen)
2 pieces
(125g)
600 W + Grill 3 7-7½
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Put frozen burger in a circle on crusty
plate. Put crusty plate on the rack. Turn over after 4-5 min.
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05 OVEN USE
Food Portion Power
Preheating
time (min.)
Cooking
time (min.)
Baguettes
(frozen)
200-250g
(2pcs)
450 W + Grill 4 8-9
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Put one baguette beside the centre,
2baguettes side by side on the plate. Put crusty plate on rack.
Pizza
(frozen)
300-350 g 600 W + Grill 4 9-10
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Put the frozen pizza on the crusty plate.
Put crusty plate on the rack.
Baked
Potatoes
250 g
500 g
600 W + Grill 3 5-6
8-9
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Cut potatoes in halves. Put them on the
crusty plate with the cut side to the bottom. Arrange in a circle.
Put the plate on the rack.
Fish Fingers
(frozen)
150g (5 pcs)
300g (10 pcs)
600 W + Grill 4 7-8
9-10
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Brush plate with 1 tbsp. oil. Put fish
fingers in a circle on the plate. Turn over after 4 min (5 pc) or
after 6 min (10 pc).
Food Portion Power
Preheating
time (min.)
Cooking
time (min.)
Chicken
Nuggets
(frozen)
125g
250g
600 W + Grill 4 5-5½
7½-8
< Recommendations >
Preheat crusty plate. Brush plate with 1 tbsp. Put chicken
nuggets on the plate. Put crusty plate on the rack. Turn over
after 3 min (125g) or 5 min (250g).
Pizza
(chilled)
300-350g 450 W + Grill 4 6½-7½
< Recommendations >
Preheat crust plate. Put the chilled pizza on the plate. Put crust
plate on rack.
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USING THE AUTO POWER DEFROST FEATURE
The Auto Power Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry, fish
and bread/cake. The defrost time and power level are set automatically.
You simply select the programme and the weight.
Use only dishes that are microwave-safe.
First, place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
1. Press the Power Defrost ( ) button once. Then the
display shows “0”. (Refer to the table on the side).
2. Set the weight of food by turning the dial knob.
3. Press the Start/+30s ( ) button.
Result :
• Defrosting begins.
• The oven beeps half way through
defrosting to remind you to turn the food over.
• Press ( ) button again to finish defrosting.
You can also defrost food manually. To do so, select the microwave
cooking/reheating function with a power level of 180W. Refer to the
section entitled “Cooking/Reheating” on page 16 for further details.
USING THE AUTO POWER DEFROST PROGRAMMES
The following table presents the various Auto Power Defrost programmes,
quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations.
Remove all kinds of package material before defrosting. Place meat,
poultry, fish, and bread/cake on a ceramic plate.
Code/Food
Serving
size (g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
1. Meat 200-1500 20-60 Shield the edges with aluminium foil.
Turn the meat over when the oven beeps.
This programme is suitable for beef, lamb,
pork, steaks, chops and minced meat.
2. Poultry 200-1500 20-60 Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium
foil. Turn the poultry over when the oven
beeps. This programme is suitable for whole
chicken and chicken portions.
3. Fish 200-1500 20-50 Shield the tail of the whole fish with
aluminium foil. Turn the fish over when the
oven beeps. This programme is suitable for
whole fishes and fish fillets.
4. Bread/
Cake
125-625 5-20 Put bread on a piece of kitchen paper and
turn over, as soon as the oven beeps. Place
cake on a ceramic plate 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. Arrange
bread rolls in a circle. This programme
is suitable for all kinds of yeast cake,
biscuit, cheese cake and pu pastry. It is
not, suitable for short/crust pastry, fruit
and cream cakes as well as for cake with
chocolate topping.
Select the Manual Defrosting function with a power level of 180W if you
want to defrost food manually. For further details on manual defrosting
and defrosting time, refer to the page 36.
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05 OVEN USE
USING THE MY PLATE PROGRAMMES
The following table presents the My Plate auto reheat programmes,
quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations. Those
programmes are running with microwave energy only.
Code/Food
Serving
size (g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
1. Chilled
Ready meal
300-350
400-450
2-3 Put on a ceramic plate and cover
with microwave cling film. This
programme is suitable for meals
consisting of 3 components (e.g.
meat with sauce, vegetables and
a side dishes like potatoes, rice
or pasta).
2. Chilled
Vegetarian
Meal
300-350
400-450
2-3 Put meal on a ceramic plate and
cover with microwave cling film.
This programme is suitable for
meals consisting of 2 components
(e.g. spaghetti with sauce or rice
with vegetables).
CHOOSING THE ACCESSORIES
Use microwave-safe recipients; do not use plastic
containers, dishes, paper cups, towels, etc.
If you wish to select the combined cooking mode (grill
and microwave), use only dishes that are microwave-
safe and ovenproof.
For further details on suitable cookware and utensils, refer to the
cookware guide on page 30.
USING THE MY PLATE FEATURE
The my plate feature has two pre-programmed cooking times. You do not
need to set either the cooking times or the power level. You can adjust the
number of servings by turning the dial knob. First, place the food in the
centre of the turntable and close the door.
1. Select the type of food that you are cooking by
pressing the My plate ( ) button once or more
times.
2. Select the size of the serving by turning the dial
knob. (Refer to the table on the side.)
3. Press the ( ) button.
Result : Cooking starts. When it has finished.
1) The oven beeps 4 times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep
3times (once every minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
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GRILLING
The grill enables you to heat and brown food quickly, without using
microwaves. For this purpose, a grill rack is supplied with your microwave
oven.
1. Preheat the grill to the required temperature, by
pressing the Grill ( ) button and set the preheat
time by turning the dial knob.
2. Press the Start/+30s ( ) button.
3. Open the door and place the food on the rack.
Close the door.
4. Press the Grill ( ) button.
Result : The follwing indications are displayed:
5. Set the Grilling time by turning the dial knob. The
maximum grilling time is 60 minutes.
6. Press the Start/+30s ( ) button.
Result : Grilling cooking start. When it has
finished.
1) The oven beeps 4 times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every
minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
Do not worry if the heater turns o and on while grilling.
This system is designed to prevent overheating of the oven.
Always use oven gloves when touching the dishes in the oven, as they
will be very hot.
COMBINING MICROWAVES AND THE GRILL
You can also combine microwave cooking with the grill, to cook quickly and
brown at the same time.
ALWAYS use microwave-safe and oven-proof cookware. Glass or
ceramic dishes are ideal as they allow the microwaves to penetrate the
food evenly.
ALWAYS use oven gloves when touching the recipients in the oven, as
they will be very hot.
1. Open the oven door.
Place the food on the rack and the rack on the
turntable.
Close the door.
2. Press the Combi ( ) button.
Result : The following indications are displayed:
(microwave and grill mode)
600W (out power)
Select the appropriate power level by pressing the Combi ( ) button
again until the corresponding power level is displayed.
You cannot set the temperature of the grill.
3. Set the Cooking time by turning the dial knob. The
maximum grilling time is 60 minutes.
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05 OVEN USE
4. Press the Start/+30s ( ) button.
Result : Combination cooking starts.
When it has finished.
1) The oven beeps 4 times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every
minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
The maximum microwave power for the combined microwave and grill
mode is 600W.
SWITCHING THE BEEPER OFF
You can switch the beeper o whenever you want.
1. Press the ( ) and ( ) buttons for two second.
Result :
• The following indication is displayed.
• The oven does not beep each time you press a button.
2. To switch the beeper back on, press the ( ) and
( ) buttons again for two second.
Result :
• The following indication is displayed.
• The oven operates with the beeper on again.
SAFETY-LOCKING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Your microwave oven is fitted with a special Child Safety programme, which
enables the oven to be “locked” so that children or anyone unfamiliar with it
cannot operate it accidentally.
The oven can be locked at any time.
1. Press the ( ) and ( ) buttons for two second.
Result :
• The oven is locked (no functions
can be selected).
• The display shows “L”.
2. To unlock the oven, press the ( ) and ( ) buttons
again for two second.
Result : The oven can be used normally.
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cookware guide
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.
Cookware Microwave-safe Comments
Aluminum 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.
Crust plate
✓
Do not preheat for more than
8minutes.
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.
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.
Cookware Microwave-safe Comments
Glassware
• Oven-to-tableware
✓
Can be used, unless decorated
with a metal trim.
• Fine glassware
✓
Can be used to warm foods or
liquids. Delicate glass may break
or crack if heated suddenly.
• Glass jars
✓
Must remove the lid. Suitable for
warming only.
Metal
• Dishes
✗
May cause arcing or fire.
• Freezer bag twist
ties
✗
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. Take
care when removing the film as
hot steam will escape.
• Freezer bags
✓ ✗
Only if boilable or oven-proof.
Should not be airtight. Prick with
a fork, if necessary.
Wax or grease-proof
paper
✓
Can be used to retain moisture
and prevent spattering.
✓
: Recommended
✓✗
: Use Caution
✗
: Unsafe
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06 COOKWARE GUIDE / COOKING GUIDE
Cooking Guide for frozen vegetables
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. 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.
Food
Portion
(g)
Power
(W)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Spinach 150 600 4½-5½ 2-3 Add 15 ml
(1 tablespoon)
cold water.
Broccoli 300 600 9-10 2-3 Add 30 ml
(2 tablespoon)
cold water.
Peas 300 600 7½-8½ 2-3 Add 15 ml
(1 tablespoon)
cold water.
Green beans 300 600 8-9 2-3 Add 30 ml
(2 tablespoon)
cold water.
Mixed
vegetables
(carrots/peas/
corn)
300 600 7½-8½ 2-3 Add 15 ml
(1 tablespoon)
cold water.
Mixed
vegetables
(chinese style)
300 600 8-9 2-3 Add 15 ml
(1 tablespoon)
cold water.
cooking guide
MICROWAVES
Microwave energy actually 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.
COOKING
Cookware for microwave cooking:
Cookware must allow microwave energy to pass through it for maximum
eciency. 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.
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. Melting butter
or chocolate, for example (see the chapter with tips, techniques and hints).
Covering during cooking
To cover the food during cooking is very important, as the evaporated water
rises as steam and contributes to cooking process. Food can be covered in
dierent ways: e.g. with a ceramic plate, plastic cover or microwave suitable
cling film.
Standing times
After cooking is over food the standing time is important to allow the
temperature to even out within the food.
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Cooking Guide for rice and pasta
Rice : Use a large glass pyrex bowl with lid - rice doubles in
volume during cooking. Cook covered.
After the cooking time is over, stir before standing time and
salt or add herbs and butter.
Remark: the 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. Cover during
standing time and drain thoroughly afterwards.
Food Portion
Power
(W)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
White rice
(parboiled)
250g 800 16-17 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
Brown rice
(parboiled)
250g 800 21-22 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
Mixed rice
(rice + wild
rice)
250g 800 17-18 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
Mixed corn
(rice + grain)
250g 800 18-19 5 Add 400 ml cold
water.
Pasta 250g 800 11-12 5 Add 1000 ml hot
water.
Instant
noodle
1 Small
pack (80g)
1 Big pack
(120g)
800 7-7½
9-9½
- Use a glass pyrex
bowl. Put the
noodle and add
room temperature
350 ml water
in bowl. Cook
covered with
wrap and pierce
at several times.
After cooking,
drain water and
mix instant noodle
spices.
Cooking Guide for fresh vegetables
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45 ml cold water
(2-3tbsp.) for every 250g 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 once after
cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking.
Cover during a standing time of 3 minutes.
Hint : Cut the fresh vegetables into even sized pieces. The
smaller they are cut, the quicker they will cook.
All fresh vegetables should be cooked using full microwave power (800W).
Food
Portion
(g)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Broccoli 250
500
4-4½
7-7½
3 Prepare even sized
florets. Arrange the
stems to the centre.
Brussels
sprouts
250 5½-6½ 3 Add 60-75 ml
(5-6tbsp.) water.
Carrots 250 4½-5 3 Cut carrots into even
sized slices.
Cauliflower 250
500
5-5½
8½-9
3 Prepare even sized
florets. Cut big florets
into halves. Arrange
stems to the centre.
Courgettes 250 3½-4 3 Cut courgettes into
slices. Add 30 ml
(2tbsp.) water or a knob
of butter. Cook until just
tender.
Egg plants 250 3½-4 3 Cut egg plants into
small slices and sprinkle
with 1tablespoon lemon
juice.
Leeks 250 4½-5 3 Cut leeks into thick
slices.
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07 COOKING GUIDE
Food
Portion
(g)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Mushrooms 125
250
1½-2
3-3½
3 Prepare small whole
or sliced mushrooms.
Do not add any water.
Sprinkle with lemon
juice. Spice with salt
and pepper. Drain
before serving.
Onions 250 5½-6 3 Cut onions into slices or
halves. Add only 15 ml
(1tbsp.) water.
Pepper 250 4½-5 3 Cut pepper into small
slices.
Potatoes 250
500
4-5
7½-8½
3 Weigh the peeled
potatoes and cut them
into similar sized halves
or quarters.
Turnip
cabbage
250 5-5½ 3 Cut turnip cabbage into
small cubes.
Boiled Yam 350 12-12½ 1-2 Peel and cut yam
3cm thick and put on
pyrex bowl. Add room
temperature 250 ml
water in bowl. Cook
covered with wrap and
pierce at several times.
After cooking, drain
water and serve.
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.
Arranging and covering
Avoid reheating large items such as joint of meat – they tend to overcook
and dry out before the centre is piping hot. Reheating small pieces will be
more successful.
Power levels and stirring
Some foods can be reheated using 800W power while others should be
reheated using 600W, 450W or even 300W.
Check the tables for guidance. In general, it is better to reheat food using a
lower power level, if the food is delicate, in large quantities, or if it is likely to
heat up very quickly (mince pies, for example).
Stir well or turn food over during reheating for best results. When possible,
stir again before serving.
Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods. To prevent
eruptive boiling of liquids and possible scalding, stir before, during and
after heating. Keep them in the microwave oven during standing time. We
recommend putting a plastic spoon or glass stick into the liquids. Avoid
overheating (and therefore spoiling) the food.
It is preferable to underestimate cooking time and add extra heating time, if
necessary.
Heating and standing times
When reheating food for the first time, it is helpful to make a note of the time
taken – for future reference.
Always make sure that the reheated food is piping hot throughout.
Allow food to stand for a short time after reheating - to let the temperature
even out.
The recommended standing time after reheating is 2-4 minutes, unless
another time is recommended in the chart.
Take particular care when heating liquids and baby food. See also the
chapter with the safety precautions.
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Food Portion
Power
(W)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Pasta with
sauce
(chilled)
350g 600 4½-5½ 3 Put pasta (e.g.
spaghetti or egg
noodles) on a flat
ceramic plate. Cover
with microwave
cling film. Stir before
serving.
Filled
pasta with
sauce
(chilled)
350g 600 5-6 3 Put filled pasta (e.g.
ravioli, tortellini) in
a deep ceramic
plate. Cover with
plastic lid. Stir
occasionally during
reheating and again
before standing and
serving.
Plated
meal
(chilled)
350g 600 5½-6½ 3 Plate a meal
of 2-3chilled
components on a
ceramic dish. Cover
with microwave
cling-film.
REHEATING LIQUIDS
Always allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been
switched o to allow the temperature to even out. Stir during heating, if
necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating. To prevent eruptive boiling and
possible scalding, you should put a spoon or glass stick into the beverages
and stir before, during and after heating.
Reheating Liquids and Food
Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating.
Food Portion
Power
(W)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Drinks
(coee,
tea and
water)
150 ml
(1 cup)
800 1-1½ 1-2 Pour into cup and
reheat uncovered.
Put cup/ mug in the
centre of turntable.
Keep in microwave
oven during standing
time and stir well.
250 ml
(1 mug)
1½-2
Soup
(chilled)
250g 800 3-3½ 2-3 Pour into a deep
ceramic plate. Cover
with plastic lid. Stir
well after reheating.
Stir again before
serving.
Stew
(chilled)
350g 600 5½-6½ 2-3 Put stew in a deep
ceramic plate. Cover
with plastic lid. Stir
occasionally during
reheating and again
before standing and
serving.
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07 COOKING GUIDE
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.
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. Shake well before standing time and again before serving !
Always carefully check the temperature of baby milk or food before giving it
to the baby. Recommended serving temperature: ca. 37 °C.
REMARK: Baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before
serving to prevent burns.
Use the power levels and times in the next table as a guide lines for
reheating.
Reheating baby food and milk
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for reheating.
Food Portion
Power
(W)
Time
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Baby food
(vegetables
+ meat)
190g 600 30 sec. 2-3 Empty into ceramic
deep plate. Cook
covered. Stir after
cooking time.
Stand for 2-3
minutes. Before
serving, stir well
and check the
temperature
carefully.
Food Portion
Power
(W)
Time
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Baby
porridge
(grain +
milk + fruit)
190g 600 20 sec. 2-3 Empty into ceramic
deep plate. Cook
covered. Stir after
cooking time.
Stand for 2-3
minutes. Before
serving, stir well
and check the
temperature
carefully.
Baby milk 100 ml 300 30-40
sec.
2-3 Stir or shake well
and pour into a
sterilized glass
bottle. Place
into the centre
of turn-table.
Cook uncovered.
Shake well and
stand for at least
3 minutes. Before
serving, shake
well and check
the temperature
carefully.
200 ml 50 sec.
to 1 min.
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MANUAL DEFROSTING
Microwaves are an excellent way of defrosting frozen food. Microwaves
gently defrost frozen food in a short period of time. This can be of great
advantage, if unexpected guests suddenly show up.
Frozen poultry must be thoroughly thawed before cooking. Remove any
metal ties and take it out of any wrapping to allow thawed liquid to drain
away.
Put the frozen food on a dish without cover. Turn over half way, drain o any
liquid and remove any giblets as soon as possible.
Check the food occasionally to make sure that it does not feel warm.
If smaller and thinner parts of the frozen food start to warm up, they can be
shield by wrapping very small strips of aluminium foil around them during
defrosting.
Should poultry start to warm up on the outer surface, stop thawing and
allow it to stand for 20 minutes before continuing.
Leave the fish, meat and poultry to stand in order to complete defrosting.
The standing time for complete defrosting will vary depending on the
quantity defrosted. Please refer to the table below.
Hint : Flat food defrosts better than thick and smaller quantities
need less time than bigger ones. Remember this hint while
freezing and defrosting food.
For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about -18 to -20 °C, use
the following table as a guide.
All frozen food should be defrosted using defrosting power level (180W).
Food Portion
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Meat
Minced beef 250g
500g
6½-7½
10-12
5-25 Place the meat on a flat
ceramic plate. Shield
thinner edges with
aluminium foil. Turn over
after half of defrosting
time!
Pork steaks 250g 7½-8½
Food Portion
Time
(min.)
Standing
time (min.)
Instructions
Poultry
Chicken
pieces
500g
(2pcs)
14½-15½ 15-40 First, put chicken pieces
first skin-side down,
whole chicken first
breast-side-down on a flat
ceramic plate. Shield the
thinner parts like wings
and ends with aluminium
foil. Turn over after half of
defrosting time!
Whole
chicken
900g 28-30
Fish
Fish fillets 250g
(2pcs)
6-7 5-15 Put frozen fish in the
middle of a flat ceramic
plate. Arrange the thinner
parts under the thicker
parts. Shield narrow
ends with aluminium foil.
Turn over after half of
defrosting time!
400g
(4pcs)
12-13
Bread
Bread rolls
(each about
50g)
2 pcs
4 pcs
½-1
2-2½
5-20 Arrange rolls in a circle
or bread horizontally
on kitchen paper in the
middle of turntable.
Turn over after half of
defrosting time!
Toast/
Sandwich
250g 4½-5
German
bread (wheat
+ rye flour)
500g 8-10
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07 COOKING GUIDE
GRILL
The grill-heating element is located underneath the ceiling of the cavity.
It operates while the door is closed and the turntable is rotating. The
turntable’s rotation makes the food brown more evenly. Preheating the grill
for 3-4 minutes will make the food brown more quickly.
Cookware for grilling:
Should be flameproof and may include metal. Do not use any type of plastic
cookware, as it can melt.
Food suitable for grilling:
Chops, sausages, steaks, hamburgers, bacon and gammon rashers, thin
fish portions, sandwiches and all kinds of toast with toppings.
Important remark:
Whenever the grill only mode is used, make sure that the grill-heating
element is under the ceiling in the horizontal position and not on the back-
wall in the vertical position. Please remember that food must be placed on
the high rack, unless another instruction is recommended.
MICROWAVE + GRILL
This cooking mode combines the radiant heat that is coming from the grill
with the speed of microwave cooking. It operates only while the door is
closed and the turntable is rotating. Due to the rotation of the turntable,
the food browns evenly. Three combination modes are available with this
model: 600W + Grill, 450W + Grill and 300W + Grill.
Cookware for cooking with microwave + grill
Please use cookware that microwaves can pass through. Cookware should
be flameproof. Do not use metal cookware with combination mode. Do not
use any type of plastic cookware, as it can melt.
Food suitable for microwave + grill cooking:
Food suitable for combination mode cooking include all kinds of cooked
food which need reheating and browning (e.g. baked pasta), as well as
foods which require a short cooking time to brown the top of the food. Also,
this mode can be used for thick food portions that benefit from a browned
and crispy top (e.g. chicken pieces, turning them over half way through
cooking). Please refer to the grill table for further details.
Important remark:
Whenever the combination mode (microwave + grill) is used, make sure that
the grill heating element is under the ceiling in the horizontal position and
not on the back-wall in the vertical position. The food should be placed on
the high rack, unless another instruction is recommended. Otherwise it has
to be placed directly on the turntable. Please refer to the instructions in the
following chart.
The food must be turned over, if it is to be browned on both sides.
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Grill Guide for frozen food
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for grilling.
Frozen food Portion Power
1st side
time (min.)
2nd side
time (min.)
Instructions
Bread rolls
(each ca.
50g)
2 pcs
4 pcs
MW + Grill 300W +
Grill
Grill only Arrange rolls in
a circle on rack.
Grill the second
side of the rolls up
to the crisp you
prefer. Stand for
2-5minutes.
1-1½
2-2½
1-2
1-2
Baguettes
+ topping
(tomatoes,
cheese, ham,
mushrooms)
250-300g
(2 pcs)
450W +
Grill
8-9 - Put 2 frozen
baguettes side by
side on the rack.
After grilling stand
for 2-3 minutes.
Gratin
(vegetables
or potatoes)
400g 450W +
Grill
13-14 - Put frozen gratin
into a small, round
glass pyrex dish.
Put the dish on
the rack. After
cooking stand for
2-3minutes.
Pasta
(cannelloni,
macaroni,
lasagne)
400g MW + Grill 600W +
Grill
Grill only Put frozen pasta
into a small flat
rectangular glass
pyrex dish. Put the
dish directly on
the turntable. After
cooking stand for
2-3 minutes.
14-15 2-3
Chicken
nuggets
250g 450W +
Grill
5-5½ 3-3½ Put chicken
nuggets on the
rack. Turn over
after first time.
Oven chips 250g 450W +
Grill
9-11 4-5 Put oven chips
evenly on baking
paper on the rack.
Grill Guide for fresh food
Preheat the grill with the grill-function for 3-4 minutes.
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for grilling.
Fresh
food
Portion Power
1st side
time (min.)
2nd side
time (min.)
Instructions
Toast
slices
4 pcs
(each 25g)
Grill only 6-8 4-5½ Put the toast slices
side by side on the
rack.
Bread rolls
(already
baked)
2-4 pieces Grill only 2-3 2-3 Put bread rolls first
with the bottom side
up in a circle directly
on the turntable.
Grilled
tomatoes
MW +
Grill
300W +
Grill
Grill only Cut tomatoes into
halves. Put some
cheese on top.
Arrange in a circle in a
flat glass pyrex dish.
Place it on the rack.
200g
(2 pcs)
4½-5½ 2-3
400g
(4 pcs)
7-8
Toast
hawaii
(ham,
pineapple,
cheese
slices)
2 pcs
(300g)
450W +
Grill
3½-4 - Toast the bread slices
first. Put the toast with
topping on the rack.
Put 2 toasts opposite
directly on the rack.
Stand for 2-3 minutes.
Baked
potatoes
250g 600W +
Grill
4½-5½ - Cut potatoes into
halves. Put them in
a circle on the rack
with the cut side to
the grill.
500g 8-9
Chicken
pieces
450-500g
(2 pcs)
300W +
Grill
10-12 12-13 Prepare chicken
pieces with oil and
spices. Put them in a
circle with the bones
to the middle. Put one
chicken piece not into
the centre of the rack.
Stand for 2-3 minutes.
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07 COOKING GUIDE
SPECIAL HINTS
MELTING BUTTER
Put 50g butter into a small deep glass dish. Cover with plastic lid.
Heat for 30-40 seconds using 800W, until butter is melted.
MELTING CHOCOLATE
Put 100g chocolate into a small deep glass dish.
Heat for 3-5 minutes, using 450W until chocolate is melted.
Stir once or twice during melting. Use oven gloves while taking out!
MELTING CRYSTALLIZED HONEY
Put 20g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish.
Heat for 20-30 seconds using 300W until honey is melted.
MELTING GELATINE
Lay dry gelatine sheets (10g) for 5 minutes into cold water.
Put drained gelatine into a small glass pyrex bowl.
Heat for 1 minute using 300W.
Stir after melting.
COOKING GLAZE/ICING (FOR CAKE AND GATEAUX)
Mix instant glaze (approximately 14 g) with 40g sugar and 250 ml cold
water.
Cook uncovered in a glass pyrex bowl for 3½ to 4½ minutes using 800W,
until glaze/icing is transparent. Stir twice during cooking.
COOKING JAM
Put 600g fruits (for example mixed berries) in a suitable sized glass pyrex
bowl with lid. Add 300g preserving sugar and stir well.
Cook covered for 10-12 minutes using 800W.
Stir several times during cooking. Empty directly into small jam glasses with
twist-o lids. Stand on lid for 5 minutes.
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 6½ to 7½ minutes using 800W.
Stir several times well during cooking.
BROWNING ALMOND SLICES
Spread 30g sliced almonds evenly on a medium sized ceramic plate.
Stir several times during browning for 3½ to 4½ minutes using 600W.
Let it stand for 2-3 minutes in the oven. Use oven gloves while taking out!
Fresh
food
Portion Power
1st side
time (min.)
2nd side
time (min.)
Instructions
Lamb
chops/
beef
steaks
(medium)
400g
(4 pcs)
Grill only 12-15 9-12 Brush the lamb chops
with oil and spices.
Lay them in a circle on
the rack. After grilling
stand for 2-3 minutes.
Pork
steaks
MW +
Grill
300W +
Grill
Grill only Brush the pork steaks
with oil and spices.
Lay them in a circle on
the rack. After grilling
stand for 2-3 minutes.
250g
(2 pcs)
7-8 6-7
Baked
apples
1 apple
(ca. 200g)
300W +
Grill
4-4½ - Core the apples and
fill them with raisins
and jam. Put some
almond slices on
top. Put apples on a
flat glass pyrex dish.
Place the dish directly
on the turntable.
2 apples
(ca. 400g)
6-7
Roast
chicken
1200g 600W +
Grill
15-18 15-18 Brush chicken with
oil and spices. Put
chicken first breast
side down, second
side breast side up on
pyrex dish. Stand for
5 minutes after grilling.
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troubleshooting
WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT OR HAVE A PROBLEM
If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given.
This is normal.
• Condensation inside the oven.
• Air flow around the door and outer casing.
• Light reflection around the door and outer casing.
• Steam escaping from around the door or vents.
The oven does not start when you press the ( ) button.
• Is the door completely closed?
The food is not cooked at all.
• Have you set the timer correctly and/or pressed the ( ) button?
• Is the door closed?
• Have you overloaded the electric circuit and caused a fuse to blow or a
breaker to be triggered?
The food is either overcooked or undercooked.
• Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food?
• Was an appropriate power level chosen?
Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven (arcing).
• Have you used a dish with metal trimmings?
• Have you left a fork or other metal utensil inside the oven?
• Is aluminum foil too close to the inside walls?
The light bulb is not working.
• The Light bulb should not be replaced in person for safety reasons.
Please contact nearest authorised Samsung customer care centre to
arrange for a qualified engineer to replace the bulb.
The oven causes interference with radios or televisions.
• Slight interference may be observed on televisions or radios when the
oven is operating. This is normal. To solve this problem, install the oven
away from televisions, radios and aerials.
• If interference is detected by the oven’s microprocessor, the display
may be reset. To solve this problem, disconnect the power plug and
reconnect it. Reset the time.
Smoke and bad smell when initial operating.
• It’s a temporary condition by new component heating. Smoke and smell
will disappear completely after 10 minutes operation.
To remove smell more quickly, please operate microwave oven with
putting lemon formation or lemon juice in the cabinet.
If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem, then
contact your local SAMSUNG customer service centre.
Please have the following information read.
• The model and serial numbers, normally printed on the rear of the oven
• Your warranty details
• A clear description of the problem
Then contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG aftersales service.
ERROR MESSAGE
“E-24” message indicates
• The “E-24” message is automatically activated prior to the microwave
oven overheating. Should the “E-24” message be activated, then
depress the “Stop/Eco” key to utilize the initialization mode.
Smoke and bad smell when initial operating.
• The “E-15” message is automatically actived when you open the door or
push Stop/Eco key on Sensor Cook Mode. Press Stop/Eco key to return
to initialization mode.
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08
TROUBLESHOOTING / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
technical specifications
SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design
specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change
without notice.
Model MG23F301T**, MG23F302T**
Power source 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power consumption
Microwave
Grill
Combined mode
1200W
1100W
2300W
Output power 100 W / 800 W (IEC-705)
- 240 V : 800 W
- 230 V : 750 W
Operating frequency 2450 MHz
Magnetron OM75P(31)
Cooling method Cooling fan motor
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Outside
Oven cavity
489 x 275 x 392 mm
330 x 211 x 324 mm
Volume 23 liter
Weight
Net 13 kg approx
* This product contains a light source of energy eciency class <G>.
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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.
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