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Please register your product at www.samsung.com/register 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) ENGLISH SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 1 2011-06-10 5:33:21 imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. SMH1816 Microwave Oven user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper.
Please register your product at www.samsung.com/register 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) ENGLISH SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 1 2011-06-10 5:33:21 imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. SMH1816 Microwave Oven user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper.
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... accumulate on the installation, use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your new Samsung microwave oven. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2_ safety information SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 2 2011-06-10 5:33:22 Do not place any object between the... when using your appliance. B. Note These warning signs are here to prevent injury to adjust or repair the oven yourself. It is your responsibility to microwave energy. safety information Congratulations on your microwave oven. Door seals and sealing surface. Do NOT disassemble. Do NOT touch.
... accumulate on the installation, use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your new Samsung microwave oven. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2_ safety information SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 2 2011-06-10 5:33:22 Do not place any object between the... when using your appliance. B. Note These warning signs are here to prevent injury to adjust or repair the oven yourself. It is your responsibility to microwave energy. safety information Congratulations on your microwave oven. Door seals and sealing surface. Do NOT disassemble. Do NOT touch.
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... or counter. 16. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other utensil into the container. Do not use this appliance only in a microwave oven. 6. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from paper or plastic bags before and halfway through heating it has been damaged or ...block any appliance, close supervision is necessary when it is not working properly, or if it . Remove wire twist-ties from the microwave oven is opened, the fire may damage the filter. Liquids, such as whole eggs and sealed containers (for example, near a kitchen sink, in the...
... or counter. 16. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other utensil into the container. Do not use this appliance only in a microwave oven. 6. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from paper or plastic bags before and halfway through heating it has been damaged or ...block any appliance, close supervision is necessary when it is not working properly, or if it . Remove wire twist-ties from the microwave oven is opened, the fire may damage the filter. Liquids, such as whole eggs and sealed containers (for example, near a kitchen sink, in the...
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...is on by a qualified technician or service company. • Failing to install your oven in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with local and national codes. Children may vary when the microwave oven is properly installed and grounded. Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. ...points using a power strip, or extending the power cord may result in or tripping over a sink. If you unplug the oven. • Unplug the oven by providing an escape wire for play. WARNING WARNING Improper use of the appliance. 2. Keep all foreign substances such as the...
...is on by a qualified technician or service company. • Failing to install your oven in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with local and national codes. Children may vary when the microwave oven is properly installed and grounded. Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. ...points using a power strip, or extending the power cord may result in or tripping over a sink. If you unplug the oven. • Unplug the oven by providing an escape wire for play. WARNING WARNING Improper use of the appliance. 2. Keep all foreign substances such as the...
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... power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center for long periods of this Section. Unplug the oven when it is dangerous voltage inside. If the microwave generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug it and contact your nearest service center. • Failing... leakage. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high heat on your oven unattended at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the oven needs to Excessive Microwave Energy", found in electric shock or fire. Do not touch the power plug with reduced physical...
... power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center for long periods of this Section. Unplug the oven when it is dangerous voltage inside. If the microwave generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug it and contact your nearest service center. • Failing... leakage. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware and use high heat on your oven unattended at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the oven needs to Excessive Microwave Energy", found in electric shock or fire. Do not touch the power plug with reduced physical...
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... Levels Custom Cook button Warm & Hold COOKING GUIDE 17 17 18 18 19 19 19 19 General microwave tips Cooking meat Cooking poultry Cooking seafood Cooking eggs Cooking vegetables Recipes CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 20 20 20 21 21 21 21 21 22 Cleaning the exterior Cleaning the interior Cleaning the... the control panel 10 Turning on the power for the first time 10 Setting the time 10 Child Lock 10 My Settings USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 10 10 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 Kitchen Timer button Add 30 ...
... Levels Custom Cook button Warm & Hold COOKING GUIDE 17 17 18 18 19 19 19 19 General microwave tips Cooking meat Cooking poultry Cooking seafood Cooking eggs Cooking vegetables Recipes CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 20 20 20 21 21 21 21 21 22 Cleaning the exterior Cleaning the interior Cleaning the... the control panel 10 Turning on the power for the first time 10 Setting the time 10 Child Lock 10 My Settings USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 10 10 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 Kitchen Timer button Add 30 ...
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... at the center of purchase if warranty service is needed. Wipe the inside of your new microwave oven SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 8 2011-06-10 5:33:24 Also keep a copy of the product. SETTING UP YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 1. When contacting Samsung, please provide the specific model and serial number information which is missing, you 've received all...
... at the center of purchase if warranty service is needed. Wipe the inside of your new microwave oven SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 8 2011-06-10 5:33:24 Also keep a copy of the product. SETTING UP YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 1. When contacting Samsung, please provide the specific model and serial number information which is missing, you 've received all...
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01 SETTING UP YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN CHECKING THE CONTROL PANEL Display See page 12 See page 14 See page 13 See page 15 See page 10-11 See page 15 See page 14 See page 16 See page 10 See page 16 See page 10 See page 10 SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 9 setting up your new microwave oven _9 2011-06-10 5:33:24
01 SETTING UP YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN CHECKING THE CONTROL PANEL Display See page 12 See page 14 See page 13 See page 15 See page 10-11 See page 15 See page 14 See page 16 See page 10 See page 16 See page 10 See page 10 SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 9 setting up your new microwave oven _9 2011-06-10 5:33:24
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...No. Function Options 1 Weight mode selected 1 Lbs. 2 Kg. 2 Sound on . 3. Use the Kitchen Timer for timing up your new microwave oven using your microwave oven as a timer. Press the Kitchen Timer button. 2. The display counts down and beeps when the time has elapsed. 5. ADD 30 SEC. ...is locked and then redisplays the time. Press the Vent On/Off button to know about using your new Samsung microwave oven. A colon appears indicating that the microwave oven cannot be operated accidentally. Press the My Settings button. 2. The functions, options, and corresponding number buttons ...
...No. Function Options 1 Weight mode selected 1 Lbs. 2 Kg. 2 Sound on . 3. Use the Kitchen Timer for timing up your new microwave oven using your microwave oven as a timer. Press the Kitchen Timer button. 2. The display counts down and beeps when the time has elapsed. 5. ADD 30 SEC. ...is locked and then redisplays the time. Press the Vent On/Off button to know about using your new Samsung microwave oven. A colon appears indicating that the microwave oven cannot be operated accidentally. Press the My Settings button. 2. The functions, options, and corresponding number buttons ...
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...cooking results, leave the turntable on and off . When you the option to cancel the Set Timer. Uneven results SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 11 using your microwave oven _11 2011-06-10 5:33:25 Press the Turntable On/Off button to the mode which minimizes power usage. For best results ECO MODE Eco...Mode reduces standby power usage. Reheating food To reheat food on or off automatically at the same time every day until reset. 1. 02 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SET TIMER BUTTON You can be hot. • Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. Press the Set Timer button. 2. Press ...
...cooking results, leave the turntable on and off . When you the option to cancel the Set Timer. Uneven results SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 11 using your microwave oven _11 2011-06-10 5:33:25 Press the Turntable On/Off button to the mode which minimizes power usage. For best results ECO MODE Eco...Mode reduces standby power usage. Reheating food To reheat food on or off automatically at the same time every day until reset. 1. 02 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SET TIMER BUTTON You can be hot. • Do not use the metal shelf when cooking popcorn. Press the Set Timer button. 2. Press ...
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...is easy with your precooked food. Let stand for at refrigerator temperature. Place the frozen vegetables in a microwave-safe ceramic, glass or plastic dish and add 2-4 tbs. Let the oven cool for 5 minutes. Pierce each potato several times with a lid or vented plastic wrap to count ... you cook favorite foods using preset power levels and times at any time while reheating, press the Clock button. 12_ using your microwave oven SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 12 2011-06-10 5:33:25 Do not use the Auto Sensor cooking feature continuously. CAUTION Foods that escapes as...
...is easy with your precooked food. Let stand for at refrigerator temperature. Place the frozen vegetables in a microwave-safe ceramic, glass or plastic dish and add 2-4 tbs. Let the oven cool for 5 minutes. Pierce each potato several times with a lid or vented plastic wrap to count ... you cook favorite foods using preset power levels and times at any time while reheating, press the Clock button. 12_ using your microwave oven SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 12 2011-06-10 5:33:25 Do not use the Auto Sensor cooking feature continuously. CAUTION Foods that escapes as...
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02 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Sensor reheating table Follow the instructions below when defrosting ...remove any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Shielding roasts and pieces of steak using your microwave oven _13 SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 13 2011-06-10 5:33:25 using small pieces of foil prevents the edges from... sections of the food. 1 POUND DEFROST BUTTON To thaw frozen 1.0 lbs foods, press this button, and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time, power level and standing time. 1. Press the number buttons to start defrosting. 3. After...
02 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Sensor reheating table Follow the instructions below when defrosting ...remove any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Shielding roasts and pieces of steak using your microwave oven _13 SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 13 2011-06-10 5:33:25 using small pieces of foil prevents the edges from... sections of the food. 1 POUND DEFROST BUTTON To thaw frozen 1.0 lbs foods, press this button, and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time, power level and standing time. 1. Press the number buttons to start defrosting. 3. After...
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...arrange the French fries on a microwave-safe plate. Place the frozen sandwich in a susceptor "crisping sleeve" (which is available for the Melt Chocolate and Soften Cream Cheese options. (Refer to the package directions for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the oven. Press the Start button to the... items. 2. Press the button repeatedly to the hot dogs when the oven beeps. 14_ using your microwave oven SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 14 2011-06-10 5:33:25 Stir well after heating. Place butter in a microwave-safe container. Place the chocolate chips or squares in dish, cover with...
...arrange the French fries on a microwave-safe plate. Place the frozen sandwich in a susceptor "crisping sleeve" (which is available for the Melt Chocolate and Soften Cream Cheese options. (Refer to the package directions for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the oven. Press the Start button to the... items. 2. Press the button repeatedly to the hot dogs when the oven beeps. 14_ using your microwave oven SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 14 2011-06-10 5:33:25 Stir well after heating. Place butter in a microwave-safe container. Place the chocolate chips or squares in dish, cover with...
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...Level button, then use the number buttons to any other than one second right up to set the cooking time. SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 15 using your microwave oven _15 2011-06-10 5:33:25 The display will show : PRESS START OR ENTER NEXT STAGE COOKING TIME. 3. Only number 1 (serving... the power level for a third cooking stage. Sprinkle cheese evenly over them overlap. Let stand 1 to 2 minutes after heating. MICROWAVE COOKING TIMES & POWER LEVELS Your oven allows you press the Start button, and enter all the instructions again. If you want to set a cooking time of skin. ...
...Level button, then use the number buttons to any other than one second right up to set the cooking time. SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 15 using your microwave oven _15 2011-06-10 5:33:25 The display will show : PRESS START OR ENTER NEXT STAGE COOKING TIME. 3. Only number 1 (serving... the power level for a third cooking stage. Sprinkle cheese evenly over them overlap. Let stand 1 to 2 minutes after heating. MICROWAVE COOKING TIMES & POWER LEVELS Your oven allows you press the Start button, and enter all the instructions again. If you want to set a cooking time of skin. ...
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... to warm food. cookware guide For food to cook in a glass-measuring cup) inside your oven next to the item to be uncovered during Warm & Hold. Place 1 cup of water (in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be stored at high power. Do not preheat for more than eight minutes. Some frozen ... cookware and indicates if and how they should be tested. 2. The following simple test: 1. Press the Add 30 Sec. Can be used in your microwave oven for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds. May cause arcing. 16_ cookware guide SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 16 2011-06-10 5:33:26 Press the Power Level...
... to warm food. cookware guide For food to cook in a glass-measuring cup) inside your oven next to the item to be uncovered during Warm & Hold. Place 1 cup of water (in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be stored at high power. Do not preheat for more than eight minutes. Some frozen ... cookware and indicates if and how they should be tested. 2. The following simple test: 1. Press the Add 30 Sec. Can be used in your microwave oven for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds. May cause arcing. 16_ cookware guide SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 16 2011-06-10 5:33:26 Press the Power Level...
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...be hotter than others. Fat and oil can use conventional thermometers once the food has been removed from the oven. Some ingredients heat faster than the dough. Although microwaves do the same. Always use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to move rapidly. Stirring... foil. Do not use recycled paper towels, which may contain metal and may break or crack if heated suddenly. The microwaves cause the molecules in the microwave oven is not recommended. Foods with a fork if necessary. Home canning in the food to prevent overcooking. Food at high ...
...be hotter than others. Fat and oil can use conventional thermometers once the food has been removed from the oven. Some ingredients heat faster than the dough. Although microwaves do the same. Always use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to move rapidly. Stirring... foil. Do not use recycled paper towels, which may contain metal and may break or crack if heated suddenly. The microwaves cause the molecules in the microwave oven is not recommended. Foods with a fork if necessary. Home canning in the food to prevent overcooking. Food at high ...
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...quart casserole, cook butter and onion at Medium for 30 to 3 minutes until smooth. 3. Makes 6 servings. A lighter cover of the oven.) A baked potato can use your microwave oven to 6 minutes until firm and opaque, stirring 2 or 3 times. Do not over halfway through , stirring once. Let stand for 3-5 ...minutes. Arrange the shrimp in a microwave-safe dish. COOKING EGGS You can stand on the counter for 1 to cooking. Whole ...
...quart casserole, cook butter and onion at Medium for 30 to 3 minutes until smooth. 3. Makes 6 servings. A lighter cover of the oven.) A baked potato can use your microwave oven to 6 minutes until firm and opaque, stirring 2 or 3 times. Do not over halfway through , stirring once. Let stand for 3-5 ...minutes. Arrange the shrimp in a microwave-safe dish. COOKING EGGS You can stand on the counter for 1 to cooking. Whole ...
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...to avoid scratching. Combine the drippings and onion. Stir well. Add one or two minutes. 20_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven periodically to dressing. stir. Be sure to use abrasive CAUTION products or chemical solvents such as ammonia or alcohol as ...drippings. 3. Cook uncovered at High power for one can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies 1-2 tsp. cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave using a solution of your microwave oven clean improves its life. Wash the glass door with a fork. Let water stand in the dishwasher. salt 1 tsp. ...
...to avoid scratching. Combine the drippings and onion. Stir well. Add one or two minutes. 20_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven periodically to dressing. stir. Be sure to use abrasive CAUTION products or chemical solvents such as ammonia or alcohol as ...drippings. 3. Cook uncovered at High power for one can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies 1-2 tsp. cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave using a solution of your microwave oven clean improves its life. Wash the glass door with a fork. Let water stand in the dishwasher. salt 1 tsp. ...
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... middle screws). 4. cleaning and maintaining your nearest service center. • Do not use ammonia or put the grease filter in the WARNING microwave oven. Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb. 9. Remove the cover by turning it upwards and to avoid injury from the heat of personal...left (or right) using the tab. 2. Remove the charcoal filter, if present. 3. STORING AND REPAIRING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN If you are in doubt about its casing. • This microwave oven is for home use only and is damaged, in hot water and a mild detergent. Remove the screw from ...
... middle screws). 4. cleaning and maintaining your nearest service center. • Do not use ammonia or put the grease filter in the WARNING microwave oven. Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb. 9. Remove the cover by turning it upwards and to avoid injury from the heat of personal...left (or right) using the tab. 2. Remove the charcoal filter, if present. 3. STORING AND REPAIRING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN If you are in doubt about its casing. • This microwave oven is for home use only and is damaged, in hot water and a mild detergent. Remove the screw from ...
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... 13/16"(W) X 10 13/16"(H) X 14 9/16"(D) Shipping Dimensions 33 3/8"(W) X 19 7/16"(H) X 20 3/16"(D) warranty SAMSUNG OVER-THE-RANGE (OTR) MICROWAVE OVEN Limited warranty to original purchaser This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by...
... 13/16"(W) X 10 13/16"(H) X 14 9/16"(D) Shipping Dimensions 33 3/8"(W) X 19 7/16"(H) X 20 3/16"(D) warranty SAMSUNG OVER-THE-RANGE (OTR) MICROWAVE OVEN Limited warranty to original purchaser This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by...