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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
Microwave Oven
Owner’s Instructions & Cooking Guide
800W
This manual is made with 100 % recycled paper.
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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USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s
Instructions contains valuable information on cooking with your microwave
oven:
• Safety precautions
• Suitable accessories and cookware
• Useful cooking tips
• Cooking tips
LEGEND FOR SYMBOLS AND ICONS
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor
personal injury or property damage.
Warning; Fire hazard Warning; Hot surface
Warning; Electricity Warning; Explosive material
Do NOT attempt. Do NOT touch.
Do NOT disassemble. Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug
from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is
grounded to prevent electric
shock.
Call the service center for
help.
Note
Important
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Make sure that these safety precautions are
obeyed at all times.
Before using the oven, confirm that the
following instructions are followed.
WARNING
(Microwave function only)
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.
This appliance is intended to be used in
household only.
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WARNING: This appliance can be
used by children aged from 8 years
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 aged from 8
years and above and supervised.
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 emitted, switch o or unplug
the appliance and keep the door closed
in order to stifle any flames.
WARNING: Microwave heating of
beverages can result in delayed eruptive
boiling, therefore care must be taken
when handling the container.
WARNING: 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 appliance is not intended for
installing in road vehicles, caravans and
similar vehicles etc.
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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.
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.
WARNING: Liquids or other foods must
not be heated in sealed containers since
they are liable to explode;
The appliance should not be cleaned
with a water jet.
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.
The microwave oven is intended to be
used on the counter or counter top use
only, the microwave oven shall not be
placed in a cabinet.
WARNING
(Oven function only) - Optional
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.
A steam cleaner is not to be used.
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WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is
switched o before replacing the lamp to
avoid the possibility of electric shock.
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.
This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years 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.
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.
The temperature of accessible surfaces
may be high when the appliance is
operating.
The door or the outer surface may get
hot when the appliance is operating.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of
reach of children less than 8 years.
Appliances are not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote-control system.
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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INSTALLING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Place the oven on a flat level surface 85 cm
above the floor. The surface should be strong
enough to safety bear the weight of the oven.
1.
When you install your oven,
make sure there is adequate
ventilation for your oven by
leaving at least 10 cm (4 inches)
of space behind and, on the sides of the
oven and 20 cm (8 inches) of space above.
2.
Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
3. Install the roller ring and turntable. Check
that the turntable rotates freely.
(Turntable type model only)
4. This microwave oven has to be positioned
so that plug is accessible.
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.
For your personal safety, plug the cable
into a proper AC earthed socket.
Do not install the microwave oven in hot or
damp surroundings like next to a traditional
oven or radiator. The power supply
specifications of the oven must be respected
and any extension cable used must be
of the same standard as the power cable
supplied with the oven. Wipe the interior and
the door seal with a damp cloth before using
your microwave oven for the first time.
CLEANING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
The following parts of your microwave oven
should be cleaned regularly to prevent
grease and food particles from building up:
• Inside and outside surfaces
• Door and door seals
• Turntable and Roller rings
(Turntable type model only)
ALWAYS ensure that the door seals are
clean and the door closes properly.
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.
1.
Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth
and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
10 cm
behind
20 cm
above
10 cm on
the side
85 cm of
the floor
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2. Remove any splashes or stains on the
inside surfaces of oven with a soapy cloth.
Rinse and dry.
3. To loosen hardened food particles and
remove smells, place a cup of diluted
lemon juice in the oven and heat for ten
minutes at maximum power.
4. Wash the dishwasher-safe plate whenever
necessary.
DO NOT spill water in the vents. NEVER
use any abrasive products or chemical
solvents.Take particular care when
cleaning the door seals to ensure that no
particles:
• Accumulate
• Prevent the door from closing correctly
Clean the microwave oven cavity right
after each use with a mild detergent
solution, but let the microwave oven cool
down before cleaning in order to avoid
injury.
When cleaning the upper
part inside the cavity, it will
be convenient to turn heater
downward by 45° and clean it.
(Swing heater model only)
STORING AND REPAIRING YOUR
MICROWAVE OVEN
A few simple precautions should be taken
when storing or having your microwave oven
serviced.
The oven must not be used if the door or
door seals are damaged:
• Broken hinge
• Deteriorated seals
• Distorted or bent oven casing
Only a qualified microwave service technician
should perform repair.
NEVER remove the outer casing from
the oven. If the oven is faulty and needs
servicing or you are in doubt about its
condition:
• Unplug it from the wall socket
• Contact the nearest after-sales service
centre
If you wish to store your oven away
temporarily, choose a dry, dustfree place.
Reason : Dust and damp may adversely
aect the working parts in the oven.
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Do not turn the appliance o by unplugging the
power plug while an operation is in progress.
Do not insert fingers or foreign substances, If any
foreign substance such as water has entered the
appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your
nearest service centre.
Do not apply excessive pressure or impact to the
appliance.
Do not place the oven over a fragile object such as a
sink or glass object.
Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, steam cleaner
or high pressure cleaner to clean the appliance.
Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and
current are the same as those of the product
specifications.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do
not use a multiple plug adapter, an extension cord or
an electric transformer.
Do not hook the power cord on a metal object,
insert the power cord between the objects or behind
the oven.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power
cord or loose wall socket. When the power plug
or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest
service centre.
Do not pour or directly spray water onto the oven.
Do not place objects on the oven, inside or on the
door of the oven.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide
onto the surface of the oven.
This microwave oven is not intended for
commercial use.
The Light bulb should not be replaced in
person for safety reasons.
Please contact nearest authorised
Samsung customer care,to arrange for a
qualified engineer to replace the bulb.
WARNING
Only qualified sta should be allowed to modify or
repair the appliance.
Do not heat liquids and other food in sealed
containers for microwave function.
For your safety, do not use high-pressure water
cleaners or steam jet cleaners.
Do not install this appliance; near heater,
inflammable material; in a humid, oily or dusty
location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and
water or where gas may leak; on un level ground.
This appliance must be properly grounded in
accordance with local and national codes.
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or
water from the power plug terminals and contact
points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
Do not pull or excessively bend or place heavy
objecton the power cord.
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP
gas, etc.), ventilate immediately without touching the
power plug.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
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Do not store flammable materials in the oven. Take
special care when heating dishes or drinks that
contain alcohol as alcohol vapours may contact a
hot part of the oven.
Keep children away from the door when opening or
closing it as they may bump themselves on the door
or catch their fingers in the door.
WARNING: Microwave heating of beverages can
result in delayed eruptive boiling,therefore care must
be taken when handling the container; To prevent
this situation ALWAYS allow a standing time of at
least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched
o so that the temperature can equalize. Stir during
heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating.
In the event of scalding, follow these FIRST AID
instructions:
• Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at
least 10 minutes.
• Cover with a clean, dry dressing.
• Do not apply any creams, oils or lotions.
Do not put the tray or rack in water shortly after
cooking because it may cause breakage or damage
of the tray or rack.
Do not operate the microwave oven for deep
fat frying because the oil temperature cannot be
controlled. This could result in a sudden boil over of
the hot liquid.
CAUTION
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in
microwave ovens; DO NOT use any metallic
containers, Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings,
Skewers, forks, etc.
Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags.
Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and
may damage the oven.
Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or
clothes.
Use shorter times for smaller amounts of food to
prevent overheating and burning food.
Do not immerse the power cable or power plug in
water and keep the power cable away from heat.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs
should not be heated in microwave ovens since they
may explode, even after microwave heating has
ended; Also do not heat airtight or vacuum-sealed
bottles, jars, containers, nuts inshells, tomatoes etc.
Do not cover the ventilation slots with cloth or paper.
They may catch fire as hot air escapes from the
oven. The oven may also overheat and switch itself
o automatically, and will remain o until it cools
suciently.
Always use oven mitts when removing a dish from
the oven to avoid unintentional burns.
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.
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(a) A Dented, Scratched, or Broken Door, Handle, Out-Panel, or Control
Panel.
(b) A Broken or missing Tray, Guide Roller, Coupler, or Wire Rack.
• Use this appliance 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 appliance.
• 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 your
nearest service centre or find help and information online at www.
samsung.com.
• This microwave oven is supposed for heating food. It is intended for
domestic home-use only. Do not heat any type of textiles or cushions
filled with grains, which could cause burns and fire. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect
use of the appliance.
• 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 possible result in a hazardous situation.
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.
Do not operate the microwave oven when it is
empty. The microwave 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
microwave oven is started accidentally.
Install the oven in compliance with the clearances stated
in this manual. (See installing your microwave oven.)
Take care when connecting other electrical
appliances to sockets near the oven.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY.(MICROWAVE FUNCTION
ONLY)
Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful exposure
to microwave energy.
(a) Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to operate the
oven with the door open or to tamper with the safety interlocks (door
latches) or to insert anything into the safety interlock holes.
(b) Do NOT place any object between the oven door and front face or
allow food or cleaner residues to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
Ensure that the door and door sealing surfaces are kept clean by
wiping after use first with a damp cloth and then with a soft dry cloth.
(c) Do NOT operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been
repaired by a qualified microwave service technician trained by the
manufacturer. It is particularly important that the oven door closes
properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) door (bent)
(2) door hinges (broken or loose)
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than
a properly qualified microwave service technician trained by the
manufacturer.
Samsung will charge a repair fee for replacing an accessory or repairing
a cosmetic defect if the damage to the unit and/or damage to or loss of
the accessory was caused by the customer. Items this stipulation covers
include:
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CONTENTS QUICK LOOK-UP GUIDE
If you want to cook some food.
1. Place the food in the oven.
Select the power level by pressing the Microwave
(
) button one or more times.
2. Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob as
required.
3. Press the Start/+30s (
) button.
Result : Cooking starts. The oven beeps 4
times when cooking is over.
If you want to auto Power defrost some food.
1. Place the frozen food in the oven.
Select the type of food that you are cooking by
pressing the Power defrost (
) button one or more
times.
2. Select the weight by turning the dial knob as
required.
3. Press the Start/+30s (
) button.
If you want to add extra 30 seconds.
Leave the food in the oven.
Press +30s one or more times for each extra 30
seconds that you wish to add.
Quick look-up guide ................................................................................11
Control panel ...........................................................................................12
Oven .......................................................................................................12
Accessories .............................................................................................13
Setting the time .......................................................................................13
How a microwave oven works .................................................................14
Checking that your oven is operating correctly ......................................... 14
Cooking/Reheating ..................................................................................15
Power levels ............................................................................................15
Adjusting the cooking time.......................................................................15
Stopping the cooking ..............................................................................15
Setting the energy save mode .................................................................16
Using the deodorize feature .....................................................................16
Using the healthy cooking features ..........................................................16
Using healthy cooking programmes: vegetables & grains .....................16
Using healthy cooking programmes: poultry & fish .................................17
Using the auto power defrost feature .......................................................18
Using the auto power defrost programmes ..........................................18
Using the my plate feature .......................................................................19
Using the my plate programmes ..........................................................19
Power steam cooking guide
(Only MS23F301TF*, MS23F302TF* models) ........................................... 19
Using the memory feature ........................................................................21
Using the memory programmes ...........................................................21
Switching the beeper o ..........................................................................21
Safety-locking your microwave oven ........................................................ 22
Cookware guide ......................................................................................22
Cooking guide .........................................................................................23
Installation & Wiring Instructions ...............................................................29
Wiring instructions ...................................................................................29
Cooking instructions on food packaging ..................................................30
Cooking instructions ................................................................................30
What to do if you are in doubt or have a problem.....................................31
Technical specifications ...........................................................................31
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OVEN
1. DOOR HANDLE
2. VENTILATION HOLES
3. LIGHT
4. DISPLAY
5. DOOR LATCHES
6. DOOR
7. TURNTABLE
8. COUPLER
9. ROLLER RING
10. SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES
11. CONTROL PANEL
CONTROL PANEL
1. DISPLAY
2. HEALTHY COOKING BUTTON
3. POWER DEFROST BUTTON
4. MICROWAVE BUTTON
5. CHILD LOCK BUTTON
6. DIAL KNOB
(WEIGHT/SERVING/TIME)
7. STOP/ECO BUTTON
8. MY PLATE BUTTON
9. DEODORIZATION BUTTON
10. MEMORY BUTTON
11. CLOCK SETTING BUTTON
12. START/+30s BUTTON
800W
8 97
1 2
3
6 10
5
11
4
800W
6
1
4
5
7
8
9
10
12
11
2
3
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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. Steam cooker, see page 19 to 21.
(Only MS23F301TF*, MS23F302TF* models)
Purpose : The plastic steam cooker when using
power steam function.
DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and
turntable.
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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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
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.
800W
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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.
POWER LEVELS
You can choose among the power levels below.
Power level Output
HIGH 800W
MEDIUM HIGH 600W
MEDIUM 450W
MEDIUM LOW 300W
DEFROST (
)
180W
LOW / KEEP WARM 100W
If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be decreased.
If you select lower power level, the cooking time must be increased.
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.
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
(
).
800W
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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 and
then display shows current time. The oven is ready
for use.
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. you will hear four beeps 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.
USING THE HEALTHY COOKING FEATURES
The Healthy Cooking Features has sixteen 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.
USING HEALTHY COOKING PROGRAMMES:
VEGETABLES & GRAINS
The following table presents the 10 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.
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 (4-5
tablespoons) 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.
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Code Food
Portion
(g)
Standing
time
(min.)
Recommendations
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.
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 (3-4 tablespoons)
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. Cook
covered. Stir before standing
time and drain thoroughly
afterwards.
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 (250 ml). 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 (250 ml). Cook
covered. Stir before standing
time and add salt and herbs.
USING HEALTHY COOKING PROGRAMMES: POULTRY
& FISH
The following table presents the 6 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.
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 1 tablespoon lemon
juice. Cover with microwave
cling film. Pierce film. Put dish on
turntable.
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Code Food
Portion
(g)
Standing
time
(min.)
Recommendations
4 Fresh
Salmon
Filet
300
(2 pcs)
1-2 Rinse fish and put on a ceramic
plate, add 1 tablespoon 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.
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.
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. Select the type of food that you are cooking by
pressing the Power Defrost (
) button one or more
times. (Refer to the table on the side).
2. Set the weight of food by turning the dial knob.
It is possible to set up to a maximum of 1500g.
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 15 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 on a ceramic plate.
Food
Serving
size (g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
Meat
200-1500 15-60 Shield the edges with aluminium
foil. Turn the pieces over, when the
oven beeps. This programme is
suitable for meat such as steaks,
chops or minced meat, chicken
pieces, whole chicken or fish fillets.
Poultry
Fish
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 27-28.
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Code/Food
Serving
size (g)
Standing
time (min.)
Recommendations
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).
POWER STEAM COOKING GUIDE
(ONLY MS23F301TF*, MS23F302TF* 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.
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 3
times (once every minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
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).
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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.
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
Power
levels
Cooking
time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Handling
Artichokes 300g
(1-2 pcs)
800W 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
300g 800W 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
300g 600W 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
Power
levels
Cooking
time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Handling
Rice 250g 800W 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 10 minutes.
Jacket
potatoes
500g 800W 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)
400g 600W 5-6 1-2 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Put stew into the steam bowl. Cover with lid. Stir well before
standing.
Soup
(chilled)
400g 800W 3-4 1-2 Bowl + Lid
Instructions
Pour into steam bowl. Cover with lid. Stir well before
standing.
Frozen
soup
400g 800W 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
150g 600W 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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2. Set your cooking programme as usual (power level
and cooking time) see if necessary.
3. Press the (
) button.
Result : Your setting are now stored in the
oven’s memory.
USING THE MEMORY PROGRAMMES
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
1. To select the...
Then press the (
)
button
First setting
Second setting
Once (Display is P1)
Twice (Display is P2)
2. Press the (
) button.
Result : The food is cooked as requested.
SWITCHING THE BEEPER OFF
You can switch the beeper o whenever you want.
1. Press the (
) and ( )
buttons at the same time.
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 at the same time.
Result :
• The following indication is displayed.
• The oven operates with the beeper on again.
Food Portion
Power
levels
Cooking
time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Handling
Fruit
compote
250g 800W 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 MEMORY FEATURE
If you often cook or reheat the same types of dishes, you can store the
cooking times and power levels in the oven’s memory, so that you do not
have to reset them each order.
You can store two dierent setting.
Storing the settings.
1. To programme the...
Then press the (
)
button
First setting
Second setting
Once (Display is P1)
Twice (Display is P2)
+
Bowl + Lid
Bowl with insert tray + Lid
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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 (
) buttons at the same time.
Result :
• The oven is locked (no functions
can be selected).
• The display shows “L”.
2. To unlock the oven, press the (
) buttons again at
the same time.
Result : The oven can be used normally.
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 8
minutes.
China and
earthenware
✓
Porcelain, pottery, glazed
earthenware and bone china
are usually suitable, unless
decorated with a metal trim.
Cookware Microwave-safe Comments
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Cookware Microwave-safe Comments
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
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
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Food
Portion
(g)
Power
(W)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Instructions
Mixed
vegetables
(chinese style)
300 600 8-9 2-3 Add 15 ml (1
tablespoon)
cold water.
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 (g)
Power
(W)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Instructions
White rice
(parboiled)
250 800 16-17 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
Brown rice
(parboiled)
250 800 21-22 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
Mixed rice
(rice + wild
rice)
250 800 17-18 5 Add 500 ml cold
water.
Mixed
corn
(rice +
grain)
250 800 18-19 5 Add 400 ml cold
water.
Pasta 250 800 11-12 5 Add 1000 ml hot
water.
Food Portion (g)
Power
(W)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Instructions
Instant
noodle
1 Small
pack (80 g)
1 Big pack
(120 g)
800 7½-8
9½-10
- 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 (2-3
tbsp.) 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 (5-6 tbsp.)
water.
Carrots 250 4½-5 3 Cut carrots into even sized
slices.
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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.
Food
Portion
(g)
Time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Instructions
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 (2 tbsp.) 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 1
tablespoon lemon juice.
Leeks 250 4½-5 3 Cut leeks into thick slices.
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 (1
tbsp.) 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 12½-13 1-2 Peel and cut yam 3 cm 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.
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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.
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 2-3
chilled components
on a ceramic dish.
Cover with microwave
cling-film.
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.
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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
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.
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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Food Portion
Time
(min.)
Standing
time
(min.)
Instructions
Poultry
Chicken pieces 500g
(2 pcs)
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
(2 pcs)
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
(4 pcs)
12-13
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!
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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.
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.
WARNING
WARNING
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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.
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
800W
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
MS23F301T**, MS23F302T** (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
MS23F301T**, MS23F302T** (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.
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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.
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 MS23F301T** , MS23F302T**
Power source 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power consumption
Microwave 1150W
Output power
100 W / 800 W (IEC-705)
- 240 V : 800 W
- 230 V : 750 W
Operating frequency 2450 MHz
Magnetron OM75S (31)
Cooling method Cooling fan motor
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Outside
Oven cavity
489 x 275 x 374 mm
330 x 211 x 324 mm
Volume 23 liter
Weight
Net 12 kg approx
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.
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