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ME16K3000A*

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  • Page 1 Microwave Oven User manual ME16K3000A*...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Important safety instructions Cooking guide What you need to know about safety instructions General microwave tips Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy Cooking techniques Important safety symbols and precautions Cooking meat State of california proposition 65 warning (us only) Cooking poultry Grounding instructions Cooking seafood...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Congratulations on your new Samsung microwave oven. This manual contains IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS 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 AND PRECAUTIONS many benefits and features.
  • Page 4: State Of California Proposition 65 Warning (Us Only)

    Important safety instructions STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 1. FCC Notice 65 WARNING (US ONLY) FCC STATEMENT: This appliance has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class WARNING : This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to B digital device, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 5: Grounding Instructions

    9. This appliance should be repaired or serviced only by qualified service d. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, short time before removing the container. repair, or adjustment.
  • Page 6: Use Of Extension Cords

    Important safety instructions USE OF EXTENSION CORDS CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of your becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and you can use them if you exercise care. If you use a long cord or The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician extension cord: or service company.
  • Page 7: Installation Cautions

    INSTALLATION CAUTIONS This appliance must be properly grounded. Read and follow the specific “Grounding instructions” found in the beginning of this Section. Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line. Position the oven so that the plug is easily accessible. •...
  • Page 8 Important safety instructions Never leave surface units beneath your oven unattended at high heat Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. settings. Boil over cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite and • This may result in electric shock. spread if the vent fan is operating.
  • Page 9: Usage Cautions

    USAGE CAUTIONS Do not put your face or body close to the appliance while cooking or when opening the door just after cooking. • Take care that children do not come too close to the appliance. If the surface of the microwave is cracked, turn it off. •...
  • Page 10: Setting Up Your New Microwave Oven

    Be sure to follow these instructions closely so that your new microwave oven NOTE works properly. If you need an accessory marked with a *, you can buy it from the Samsung Checking the parts Contact Center 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Carefully unpack your microwave oven, and make sure you’ve received all the Warranty and service information parts shown below.
  • Page 11: Setting Up Your Microwave Oven

    Setting up your microwave oven Checking the control panel 1. Open the door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door. 2. Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth. Display See page 13 3. Install the pre-assembled ring into the indentation at the center of the See page 15 microwave oven.
  • Page 12: Setting The Time

    Using your microwave oven Setting up your new microwave oven Using your microwave oven Cooking has never been easier than with your new Samsung microwave oven. Setting the time The following section describes everything you need to know about using your Your microwave oven is equipped with a built-in clock.
  • Page 13: Cooking Presets Buttons

    Cooking Presets buttons Cooking Amount or Number of Instructions Preset Type Times to The Cooking Presets buttons let you cook favorite foods using preset power Button Press levels and times at the touch of a button. If the food is not thoroughly cooked or reheated when you use the Preset buttons, complete the cooking process by Potato 1 potato...
  • Page 14: Reheat Button

    Using your microwave oven Reheat button Cooking Amount or Number of Instructions Preset Type Times to The Reheat button provides three preset reheating categories. Button Press Category Number of Times to Press Display Cook Beverage once Use measuring cup or mug. Do not Dinner plate once rh-1...
  • Page 15: Auto Defrost Button

    Defrosting tips Category Amount Directions When using auto defrost, the entered weight is the net weight in pounds and Casserole 1 to 4 Cover the plate with a lid or vented plastic wrap. tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container). servings If the food is not as hot as you would like after Use the auto defrost cycle for raw food only.
  • Page 16: Soften/Melt Button

    Using your microwave oven Auto defrosting table Soften/Melt button Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. Soften/Melt lets you melt chocolate, soften cream cheese, and melt butter. 1. Touch the Soften/Melt button. category Standard Procedure 2. Choose the food category by pressing the Soften/Melt button. amount 3.
  • Page 17: Microwave Cooking Times & Power Levels

    Microwave Cooking Times & Power Levels Cooking with more than one cook cycle For best results, some recipes call for one Power Level for a certain length of The power level lets you control the heating intensity from Warm (1) to High (10). time, and another Power Level for another length of time.
  • Page 18: Eco Mode

    Using your microwave oven Cookware guide For food to cook in the microwave oven, the Power Microwave microwaves must be able to penetrate the level output food without being reflected or absorbed by 70 % Cooking breads and cereal products. the dish.
  • Page 19 Cookware Microwave- Comments Cookware Microwave- Comments safe safe Fast-food Plastic packaging • Containers ✓ Can be used if heat-resistant thermoplastic. • Polystyrene Can be used to warm food. Overheating Some plastics may warp or discolor at high ✓ cups/containers may cause the polystyrene to melt. temperatures.
  • Page 20: Cooking Guide

    Cooking guide Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by the water, Arrangement fat and sugar in the food. The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, rapidly.
  • Page 21: Cooking Meat

    Cooking meat The following temperatures are the removal temperatures. The temperature of the food will rise during standing time. Expect a 10 °F rise in temperature during the Place the meat fat side down on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave- standing time.
  • Page 22: Cooking Poultry

    Cooking guide Cooking poultry Cooking seafood Place the poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish and Place the fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Use cover with wax paper to prevent spattering. Use aluminum foil to shield the bone a tight cover to steam the fish.
  • Page 23: Cooking Eggs

    Cooking eggs Recipes You can use your microwave oven to cook eggs. Cook them until they are just set Beef and barley stew as they become tough if they are overcooked. 1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces WARNING ½...
  • Page 24 Cooking guide Broccoli and cheese casserole Warm potato salad ¼ cup butter or margarine 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces ¼ cup chopped onion 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces 1½ Tbs. flour ¼ cup chopped onion ½...
  • Page 25: Cleaning And Maintaining Your Microwave Oven

    Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave oven clean improves its performance, wards off Black bean soup unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. 1 cup chopped onion Cleaning the exterior 1 clove garlic, minced 2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, drained It’s best to clean spills on the outside of your microwave oven as they occur.
  • Page 26: Cleaning The Interior

    Cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Cleaning the interior Replacing the cooktop/night light When replacing the cooktop/night light, make sure that you are wearing gloves to CAUTION avoid injury from the heat of the bulb. Ensure that the microwave oven has cooled down before cleaning it to avoid 1.
  • Page 27: Cleaning The Grease Filter

    To order a new charcoal filter, contact the Parts Department at 1-800-627-4368 or WARNING your Samsung dealer. You can also order online at www.samsungparts.com To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operate the oven hood 1. Unplug the oven or turn off the power without the filters in place.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    If you hear an abnormal sound continuously, please The display is Make sure the door is closed securely. contact the Samsung Call Center (1-800-726-7864). working, but the Check if any packaging material or anything else is stuck power won’t come in the door seal.
  • Page 29: Appendix

    If the product is located in an area where service by a SAMSUNG authorized servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or required to bring the product to a SAMSUNG authorized service center for service.
  • Page 30 During the applicable warranty period, a product will be repaired, replaced, or Parts that SAMSUNG has determined can be replaced by the user may be sent to the purchase price refunded, at the sole option of SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG may use the customer for installation.
  • Page 31 REMODELING EXPENSES, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
  • Page 32 * Requires reader to be installed on your smartphone Scan this with your smartphone 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. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

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