Samsung MS11K3000AS/AA 1.1 cu. ft. Counter Top Microwave

Microwave Oven User manual

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.

01 *Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.

Purpose: The roller ring supports the turntable.

02 *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.

Installation site

• Select a flat, level surface approx. 85 cm above the floor. The surface must support the weight of the oven.
• Secure room for ventilation, at least 10 cm from the rear wall and both sides, and 20 cm from above.
• 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

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° (A) 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 affect the performance of the oven

Quick look-up guide

If you want to cook some food.

Place the food in the oven. 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.

If you want to add an extra 30 seconds.

1. Press the START/+30s button one or more times for each extra 30 seconds that you wish to add.

2. By turning the Dial Knob, You can set the time as you want.

Oven features

Oven

Control panel

Oven use

How a microwave oven works

Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the colour.

You can use your microwave oven to:

• Defrost
• Reheat
• Cook

Cooking principle.

1. The microwaves generated by the magnetron reflected at cavity and 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 container used and the properties of the food:

• Quantity and density
• Water content
• Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)

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.

Checking that your oven is operating correctly

The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is working correctly at all times. If you are in doubt, refer to the section entitled “Troubleshooting” on the pages 29 to 32.

Open the oven door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door. Place a glass of water on the turntable. Close the door

Press the START/+30s button and set the time to 4 or 5 minutes, by pressing the START/+30s button the appropriate number of times.

Result: The oven heats the water for 4 or 5 minutes. The water should then be boiling.

Cooking/Reheating

The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food.

Open the door. Place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door. Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty.

1. Press the Microwave button.

Result: The 100 % (Maximum cooking power) indications are displayed:

2. Select the appropriate power level by turning the Dial Knob. (Refer to the power level table.) And then press the Select button

3. Set the cooking time by turning the Dial Knob.

Result: The cooking time is displayed.

4. Press the START/+30s button. Result: The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating. Cooking starts and 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.
4. The Maximum Cooking Time is 99 minutes 99 Seconds.

Setting the time

When power is supplied, “88:88” and then “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

1. Press the Clock button.

2. Set the 24-hour or 12-hour notation by turning the Dial Knob. And then press the Select button.

3. Turn the Dial Knob to set the hour. And then press the Select button.

4. Turn the Dial Knob to set the minute

5. When the right time is displayed, press the Select button to start the clock.

Result: The time is displayed whenever you are not using the microwave oven.

Power levels and time variations

The power level function enables you to adapt the amount of energy dissipated and thus the time required to cook or reheat your food, according to its type and quantity. You can choose between ten power levels.

The cooking times given in recipes and in this booklet correspond to the specific power level indicated.

Adjusting the cooking time

You can increase the cooking time by pressing the START/+30s button once for each 30 seconds to be added.

• Check how cooking is progresIncrease the remaining cooking
• sing at any time simply by opening the door

Method 1.

To increase the cooking time of your food during cooking, press the START/+30s button once for each 30 seconds that you wish to add.

• Example: To add three minutes, press the START/+30s button six times.

Method 2.

Just turning Dial Knob to adjust cooking time.

• To increase cooking time, turn to right and to decrease cooking time, turn to left.

Stopping the cooking

You can stop cooking at any time so that you can:

• Check the food
• Turn the food over or stir it
• Leave it to stand

Setting the energy save mode

The oven has an energy save mode.

• Press the STOP/ECO button. Result: Display off.
• To remove energy save mode, open the door or press the STOP/ECO button and then display shows current time. The oven is ready for use.

Using the auto cook features

You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level. You can adjust the size of the serving by turning the Dial Knob.

First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.

1. Press the Popcorn, Soften/Melt button

2. Select the type of food or serving size that you are cooking by turning the Dial Knob. (Refer to the table on the side.)

3. Press the START/+30s button.

Result: The food is cooked according to the pre-programmed setting selected.

1. The oven beeps 4 times.
2. The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every minute).
3. The cur

Popcorn

Soften/Melt

Using the sensor cook features

The 10 Sensor 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 Sensor Cook type of food by turning the Multi Function Selector Dial. First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.

1. Press the Sensor Cook button.

2. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning the Multi Function Dial Knob. Refer to the table on the following page for a description of the various pre-programmed settings. At that time, press the Select Button.

3. (In case of 3~5 Food Type) Select the Cooking Item that you are cooking by turning the Munti Function Dial Knob.

4. 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.

IMPORTANT Use oven gloves while taking out!

Auto sensor cooking instructions

The Auto Sensor allows you to cook your food automatically by detecting the amount of gases generated from the food while cooking.

• When cooking food, many kinds of gases are generated. The Auto Sensor determines the proper time and power level by detecting these gases from the food, eliminating the need to set the cooking time and power level.
• When you cover a container with its lid or plastic wrap during Sensor Cooking, the Auto Sensor will detect the gases generated after the container has been saturated with steam. If using cling film or plastic wrap be sure to leave a small opening near the edge of dish for ventilation or be sure to pierce at several times.
• Shortly before cooking ends, the remaining cooking time will begin its count down. This will be a good time for you to rotate or stir the food for even cooking if it is necessary.
• Before auto sensor cooking food may be seasoned with herbs, spices or browning sauces. A word of caution though, salt or sugar may cause burn spots on food so these ingredients should be added after cooking.

Utensils & Cover for sensor cooking

• To obtain good cooking results with this function, follow the directions for selecting appropriate containers and covers in the charts in this book.
• Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with their lids or with plastic wrap. When using plastic wrap, turn back one corner to allow steam to escape at the proper rate.
• Always cover with the lid intended for the utensil being used. If the utensil does not have its own lid, use plastic wrap.
• Fill containers at least half full.
• oods that require stirring or rotating should be stirred or turned toward the end of the Sensor Cook cycle, after the time has started to count down on the display.

Important

• the power cord. The gas sensor needs time to stabilize in order to cook satisfactorily.
• It is not advisable to use the auto sensor cooking feature on a continuous cooking operation, i.e. one cooking operation immediately after another.
• Install the oven in a well ventilated location for proper cooling and airflow and to ensure the sensor will operate accurately.
• To avoid poor results, do not use the Auto sensor when the room ambient temperature is too high or too low.
• Do not use volatile detergent to clean your oven. Gas resulting from this detergent may affect the sensor.
• Avoid placing the oven near high moisture or gas emitting appliances, since this will interfere with the proper performance of the Auto Sensor.
• Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe all spills with a damp cloth. This oven is designed for household use only.

Using the healthy cooking features

The cooking time and temperature will be adjusted according to the selected recipe.

First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door

1. Press the Healthy Cooking button.

2. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning the Dial Knob. (Refer to the table on the side.)

3. Press the START/+30s button. Result: The food is cooked according to the pre-programmed setting selected.

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 table contains food quantities, weight ranges, and appropriate recommendations. Cooking modes and times have been pre-programmed for your convenience

Using the defrost features

This is useful to defrost frozen meat. The operating time and power level will be adjusted according to the selected programme.

Open the door. Place the frozen food on a ceramic in the centre of the turntable. Close the door.

1. Press the Defrost button.

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:

• Defrosting begins.
• The oven beeps through defrosting to remind you to turn the food over.

4. Press the STOP/ECO button to finish defrosting.

Result:

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 table contains food quantities, weight ranges, and appropriate recommendations.

Using the deodorization features

Use this features 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. As soon as you press the Deodorization button, the operation will start automatically. when it has finished, the oven beeps four times.

Using the child lock features

Your microwave oven is fitted with a special child lock programme, which enables the oven to be “locked” so that children or anyone unfamiliar with it cannot operate it accidentally.

1. Press the Child Lock button at the 3 second.

Result:

• The oven is locked (no functions can be selected).
• The display shows “L”.

2. To unlock the oven, press the Child Lock button at the 3 second.

Result: The oven can be used normally.

Switching the beeper off

You can switch the beeper off whenever you want.

1. Press the START/+30s and STOP/ECO button at the same time.

Result: The oven does not beep to indicate the end of a function.

2. To switch the beeper back on, press the START/+30s and STOP/ECO button again at the same time.

Result: The oven operates normally

Demonstration mode

You can use the demonstration mode to see how your microwave oven operates without the oven heating

1. Press hidden button during 1 second. (the Select button + Child Lock button). Result: The display shows “On”.

2. Press the START/+30s button. Now Demonstration mode is on.

Cooking smart

Microwave cooking guide

Cover the food throughout the entire cooking. The vaporised moisture from the food circles through inside and helps cook evenly

Frozen vegetables

• Use a suitable glass Pyrex container with a lid.
• When cooking is complete, let stand for the specified time. This allows the food to even out inside.
• Use only microwave-safe cookware.
• Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking, and then add seasoning to your preference.

• Use a suitable glass Pyrex container with a lid.
• Cut ingredients into as small pieces as possible to reduce the cooking time.
• Add 30-45 ml of cold water to every 250 g unless otherwise specified.
• Stir once during cooking and once after cooking, and then add seasoning to your preference

• Use a large-sized glass Pyrex container with a lid. Note that rice doubles in volume during cooking.

• Use a large-sized glass Pyrex container. Cook uncovered.
• Add boiling water and a little salt, and stir well. Stir several times during and after cooking.
• Cover with a lid while letting stand, and then drain well

Quick & Easy

Melting crystallized honey

Put 20 g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish. Heat for 20-30 seconds using 30 %, until honey is melted.

Melting gelatine

Lay dry gelatine sheets (10 g) for 5 minutes into cold water. Put drained gelatine into a small glass pyrex bowl. Heat for 1 minute using 30 %. Stir after melting.

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 3½ to 4½ minutes using 90 %, until glaze/icing is transparent. Stir twice during cooking.

Cooking jam

Put 600 g fruits (for example mixed berries) in a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 300 g preserving sugar and stir well. Cook covered for 10-12 minutes using 90 %. Stir several times during cooking. Empty directly into small jam glasses with twist-off lids. Stand on lid for 5 minutes.

Cooking pudding/custard

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 90 %. Stir several times well during cooking.

Browning almond slices Spread 30 g sliced almonds evenly on a medium sized ceramic plate. Stir several times during browning for 3½ to 4½ minutes using 60 %. Let it stand for 2-3 minutes in the oven. Use oven gloves while taking out!

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

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given.

Information code

Technical specification

SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.

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