Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual AMW784WE Code No.: DE68-03427C AMW784WE_XAP_03427C.
Safety Precautions to Avoid Important Safety Instructions Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy: When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy: • Read all safety instructions before using the appliance. • Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on this page.
Safety • • • • • • • • • • • • • Important Grounding Instructions Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. Keep the inside of the oven clean. Food particles or spattered oils stuck to the oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven. Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
Safety WARNING WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or servicer if you do not understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure if the appliance is properly grounded. Do not cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord under any circumstances. Use of Extension Cords Connect the oven to a 20A circuit. When connecting the oven to a 15A circuit, make sure that circuit breaker is operable.
Your New Microwave oven Table of Contents Checking Parts Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Your New Microwave oven. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Checking Parts. . . . . . . . . . . .
Your New Microwave oven Guarantee and Service Information Setting Up Your Microwave Oven To achieve a better service, complete the following form and send it by mail. 1. If the registration card is lost, you can call Samsung Electronics Latin America-Panama, or register on line (www.samsunglatin.com). Make sure there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least four inches of space behind, above, and to the side of the oven.
Your New Microwave oven Control Panel Buttons AMW784WE 1. Clock p.8 2. +30 Sec. 3. Instant Cook Buttons p.10 p.9 4. Auto Defrost p.10 Sets current time Instant settings to cook popular foods. 2 Sets weight of food to be defrosted. 5. Number Buttons Sets cooking times or amounts and power levels other than high. 3 6. Power Level p.10 7. Pause/Cancel p.9 Press this pad to set a power level other than high. Press to pause oven or correct a mistake. 4 8.
Operation Start-up and selection of the measuring system Setting the Clock After connecting the power cable in a socket for the first time or after an interruption in the power supply, the screen will show “ ”. The measuring system may be selected at this time. You can select pounds (Lbs.) or kilograms (kg). To do this: 1. Press the Clock button. The display will show: 2. Use the Number buttons to enter the current time. You must press at least three numbers to set the clock.
Operation Using the Pause/Cancel Button Instant Cook Chart Item The Pause/Cancel button allows you to clear instructions you have entered. It also allows you to pause the oven’s cooking cycle, so that you can check the food. Weight Remarks Regular 100g • Use one microwave-only bag of popcorn. Pop only one bag at a time. (3.5 oz.), • To pause the oven during cooking: press Pause/Cancel once. To restart, press Start. Popcorn Light Regular • Use caution when removing and opening hot bag from oven.
Operation Defrosting Automatically Setting Cooking Times & Power Levels To thaw frozen food, set the weight of the food and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time, power level and standing time. Your microwave allows you to set up to two different stages of cooking, each with its own time length and power level. The power level button lets you control the heating intensity from Warm (1) to High (0).Cocinado de una etapa 1. 2. Press the Auto Defrost button. The display shows “0.5 lbs.” (0.
Operation Multi-stage Cooking Demonstration Mode Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures. You can set multiple stages of cooking with your microwave. You can use the Demonstration Mode to see how your microwave oven operates without the oven heating. 1. 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 in the “One-Stage Cooking” section on the previous page. When entering more than one cooking stage, the Power Level button must be pressed before the second cooking stage can be entered.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils Not Recommended Recommended Use • Glass jars and bottles - Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave, and can shatter. • Paper bags - These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use. • Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes - Use for heating or cooking. • Microwave browning dish - Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Techniques Adding Moisture Stirring Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook. Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center.
Cooking Instructions Auto Defrosting Guide Notes • Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. Check foods when the oven signals. After the final stage, small sections may still be icy; let them stand to continue thawing. Do not defrost until all ice crystals have thawed. Shielding roasts and steaks with small pieces of foil prevents the edges from cooking before the center of the food has defrosted.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide GUIDE for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave • Place poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. GUIDE for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave • Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering. • Place meat on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. • Use aluminum foil to shield bone tips, thin meat areas, or areas that start to overcook. • Start meat fat-side down.
Cooking Instructions Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave Guide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave • Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork. • Never cook eggs in the shell, and never warm hard-cooked eggs in the shell; they can explode. -• Place fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. • Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting. • Use a tight cover to steam fish. A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming.
Cooking Instructions Recipes Broccoli and Cheese Casserole ¼ cup butter or margarine Beef and Barley Stew ¼ cup chopped onion 680 g beef stew cubes, cut into ?-inch (12.7mm) pieces 1½ Tbs. flour ½ cup chopped onion ½ tsp. salt 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour ¼ tsp. dry mustard 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce 1/8 tsp. 1 can (407-429 ml) beef broth 1½ cups milk 2 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch (12.7mm) slices (about 1 cup) ¼ cup chopped red pepper ½ cup barley 8 oz.
Cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad Black Bean Soup 907 g small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch (12.7mm) pieces 1 cup chopped onion 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch (12.7mm) pieces 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ cup chopped onion 2 cans (444ml each) black beans, drained 2 tsp. sugar 1 can (c) stewed tomatoes, chopped 1 tsp. salt 1 can (414-473ml) chicken broth 1tsp. flour 1 can (207-251ml) corn ½ tsp. celery seed 1 can (118ml) chopped green chilies 1/8 tsp. 1-2 tsp.
Appendix Troubleshooting Guide Note : Before you call a repair person for your oven, check this list of possible problems and solutions. If the oven is set more than 20 minutes at 80, 90 or 100 percent power level, after the first 20 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking.Cuidado y Limpieza Neither the oven’s display nor the oven operate. • • • • • Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet.
Quick Reference Feature Operation Set Clock 1. Press CLOCK. Specifications 2. Use number buttons to enter the current time. 3. Press CLOCK again. One Stage Cooking 1. Use number buttons to set cooking time. 2. Set power level or leave at high. 3. Press START. +30 Sec. Cooking instant Cook Buttons 1. Press the +30Sec. button once for each minute of cooking. 2. The time will display and the oven will start. 1. Press button that corresponds to the food you are cooking (for example, POPCORN). 2.
