Samsung SMH8165STE manual

imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. Please r egister your product at www .samsung.com/global/register Microwave Oven user manual SMH8165 SMH8165_DE68-00355C-01.indd 1 2009-08-27  11:35:50[...]

2_ features of your new micr owave oven features of your new microwave oven   The Stainless Steel (STSS) exterior delivers a luxurious look to your kitchen. The design matches perfectly with your other kitchen appliances, providing a harmonious kitchen interior .  ?[...]

safety information _3 safety information PRECAUTIONS T O A VOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE T O EXCESSIVE MICROW A VE ENERGY A. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposur e to microwave energy . It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. B. Do not place any object be[...]

4_ safety information safety information Congratulations on your new Samsung microwave oven. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your microwave oven’ s many benefits and features. WHA T Y OU NEED T O KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRU[...]

safety information _5 SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:   T o reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. Read all safety instructions b[...]

6_ safety information SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 20. Clean V entilating Hoods Frequently - Gr ease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood of filter . 21. When flaming foods under the hood, tur n the fan on. 22. Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter . Corrosive cleaning agent, such as lye-based oven cleaner , may damage the filter . [...]

safety information _7     The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company . - Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fir e, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury . Un[...]

8_ safety information - Unplug the power plug by holding the plug. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fir e. When the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your near est service center .    This appliance should be positioned in such a [...]

safety information _9 If any foreign substance such as water has enter ed the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service center . - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fir e. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. - This may result in electric shock. Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plu[...]

10_ safety information Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry , oven cover , lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. - Items, such as a cloth, may be caught in the door . - This may result in electric shock, fir e, problems with the pr oduct, or injury . Do not [...]

contents _11 contents SETTING UP YOUR NEW MICROWA VE OVEN 13 13 Checking the parts 14 W arranty and service information 14 Setting up your microwave oven 15 Checking the control panel 17 Setting the time USING YOUR MICROWA VE OVEN 18 18 Using the Kitchen Timer Button 18 Using the One Minute+ Button 18 Using the More/Less Buttons 18 Using the V ent [...]

12_ contents CLEANING AND MAINT AINING YOUR MICROWA VE OVEN 34 34 Cleaning the exterior 34 Cleaning the interior 34 Cleaning the door and door seals 34 Cleaning the turntable and roller rings 35 Cleaning the grease filter 35 Storing and repairing your micr owave oven 36 Replacing the Cooktop/Night light 36 Replacing the oven light 37 Replacing the[...]

setting up your new microwave oven _13   setting up your new microwave oven Be sure to follow these instructions closely so that your new microwave oven works properly .   Carefully unpack your mic[...]

14_ setting up your new microwave oven    T o help us to serve you better , please complete the enclosed registration card and pr omptly return it by mail. If the registration car d is missing, you can call Samsung Electronics, Inc., at 1-800-SAMSUNG (72[...]

setting up your new microwave oven _15   setting up your new microwave oven   1 2 4 10 3 5 6 8 9 11 17 16 15 14 13 12 7 SMH8165_DE68-00355C-01.indd 15 2009-08-27  11:3[...]

16_ setting up your new microwave oven DISPLA Y The display displays the time when the microwave is not being used, as well as your selected cooking time settings and cooking functions. AUTO DEFROST BUTTON Use this button to defrost food accor ding to its weight. SENSOR COOK BUTTON Use these buttons to select a preset cooking cycle. SENSOR REHEA T [...]

setting up your new microwave oven _17    Y our microwave oven is equipped with a built-in clock. Set the clock when first installing your microwave oven and after a power failure. The time is displayed[...]

18_ using your microwave oven using your microwave oven Cooking has never been easier than with your new Samsung microwave oven. The following section describes everything you need to know about using your microwave oven.  This microwave allows you to use your[...]

using your microwave oven _19   using your microwave oven   For best cooking results leave the turntable on. However , for large dishes it can be tur ned off. Press th[...]

20_ using your microwave oven  The Sensor Cook buttons consist of frequently used settings allowing you to select them quickly and conveniently . Use the More (9)/Less (1) buttons to set your temperature prefer ence. If the food is not thoroughly cooked or reheat[...]

using your microwave oven _21   using your microwave oven  The defrost choices are preset in the oven. The defrost cycle provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen fo[...]

22_ using your microwave oven  Follow the instructions below when defrosting dif ferent types of food. FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE   2.5-6.0 lbs. Start with the food placed fat side down. After each stage, turn the food over and shield any warm [...]

using your microwave oven _23     Heating leftovers and precooked foods is easy with your new micr owave. By actually sensing the humidity that escapes as the food is heated, t[...]

24_ using your microwave oven  The custom cook button lets you store cooking instructions, and r ecall them later from memory and begin cooking quickly . Storing/Memorizing a recipe 1. Press the Custom Cook button. (T ouch the pad twice to delete the previous Custom[...]

using your microwave oven _25    1. Press the Kids Meals button. The display will show CHICKEN NUGGETS . (Refer to the Kids meals table). Press the button r epeatedly to cycle through t[...]

26_ using your microwave oven  1. Press the Snack Bar button. The display will show NACHOS 1 SERVING . (Refer to the snack bar table). Press the button r epeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size. Only nu[...]

using your microwave oven _27      Y our oven allows you to set two different cooking stages, each with their own time length and power level. The power[...]

28_ using your microwave oven  For best results, some r ecipes call for one Power Level for a certain length of time, and another Power Level for another length of time. Y our oven can be set to change from one to another automatically , i[...]

cookware guide _29  cookware guide T o cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food without being reflected or absorbed by the dish. It is important to choose the correct cookware, therefore look for cookware that is marked microwave-safe. The table below list[...]

30_ cookware guide COOKWARE MICROWA VE-SAFE COMMENTS Plates, cups, napkins and Kitchen paper 3 For short cooking times and warming. Also to absorb excess moisture. Recycled paper 3 Do not use r ecycled paper towels, which may contain metal and may catch fire or cause arcing.  Containers 3 Can be used if heat-resistant thermopl[...]

cooking guide _31  cooking guide    Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by the water , fat and sugar content. The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly and the rapid movement of these molecules creates friction and the r [...]

32_ cooking guide  Place the poultry on a microwave-safe r oasting rack in a microwave-safe dish and cover with wax paper to prevent spattering. Use aluminum foil to shield the bone tips, thin pieces of meat, or areas that ar e starting to overcook. Check the temperature in several places befor e letting[...]

cooking guide _33  cooking guide  Never cook eggs in their shells, and never warm up boiled eggs in their shells as they can explode. Always pierce whole eggs to keep them fr om bursting.  V egetables should b[...]

34_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave oven clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life.  It’ s best to clean spills on the outside of your microwave oven as they oc[...]

cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven _35   cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven   The grease filter should be r emoved and cleaned at least once a month. T o avoid risk of pe[...]

36_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven  When replacing the night light, make sur e that you are wearing gloves to avoid injury fr om the heat of the bulb. 1. Unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main power supply . 2. Remove the bulb[...]

cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven _37   cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven   If your oven is vented to the inside, the charcoal filter should be r eplaced every[...]

38_ troubleshooting troubleshooting    PROBLEM SOLUTION  Make sure the plug is pr operly connected to a grounded outlet. If the wall outlet is controlled b[...]

appendix _39  appendix   MODEL NUMBER SMH8165  1.6 CuFt  10 power levels, including defr ost  99 minutes, 99 seconds  120 V AC, 60 Hz [...]

40_ appendix warranty     This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electr onics Amer[...]

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