MICROWAVE OVEV
Owner’s Instructions and Cooking Guide
Quick Look-up Guide ................................................................2
M1630N / M1610N
Oven..........................................................................................3
Accessories...............................................................................3
Control Panel.............................................................................4
Using this Instruction Booklet....................................................5
Safety Precautions....................................................................5
Installing Your Microwave Oven................................................7
Setting the Time (M1630N).......................................................7
How a Microwave Oven Works.................................................8
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly......................8
What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem ..................9
Cooking / Reheating..................................................................9
Power Levels...........................................................................10
Stopping the Cooking..............................................................10
Adjusting the Cooking Time ....................................................11
Using the Instant Reheat Feature (M1630N)..........................11
Instant Reheat Settings (M1630N)..........................................11
Using the Auto Defrost Feature (M1630N) .............................12
Auto Defrost Settings (M1630N) .............................................12
Manual Defrosting Food (M1610N).........................................12
Multistage Cooking..................................................................13
Cookware Guide .....................................................................14
Cooking Guide ........................................................................15
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven .............................................19
Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven.........................20
Technical Specifications..........................................................20
Code No. : DE68-01991A
Oven
Accessories
Model : M1630N
Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied
with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways.
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VENTILATION
HOLES
DISPLAY
LIGHT
CONTROL
PANEL
DOOR
1. Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the
base of the oven.
Purpose
The coupler rotates the turntable.
2. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.
Purpose The roller ring supports the turntable.
3. 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.
OPEN DOOR
PUSH
BUTTON
ROLLER
RING
SAFETY
INTERLOCK
HOLES
DOOR LATCHES
TURNTABLE
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DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring and
turntable.
COUPLEUR
Model : M1610N
VARIABLE
COOKING POWER
CONTROL KNOB
VENTILATION
HOLES
DOOR
LIGHT
TIMER
KNOB
ROLLER
RING
TURNTABLE
DOOR LATCHES
OPEN DOOR
PUSH
SAFETY
INTERLOCK BUTTON
HOLES
COUPLEUR
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Control Panel
Model : M1630N
Model : M1610N
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1. DEFROST
2. COOKING POWER CONTROL KNOB
3. TIMER KNOB
1. DISPLAY
7. AUTO DEFROST FATURE
SELECTION
8. MICROWAVE MODE SELECTION
9. STOP / CANCEL BUTTON
10. OPEN DOOR PUSH BUTTON
2. INSTANT REHEAT SELECTION
3. WEIGHT SELECTION
4. CLOCK SETTING
5. TIME SETTING
4. OPEN DOOR PUSH BUTTON
6. START BUTTON
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Using this Instruction Booklet
Safety Precautions
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s
Instructions contain much valuable information on cooking with your
microwave oven:
Important Safety Instructions.
Read Carefully and keep for future reference.
Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven, please check
that the following safety precautions are taken.
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Safety precautions
Suitable accessories and cookware
Useful cooking tips
1. DO NOT use any metallic cookware in the microwave oven:
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Metallic containers
Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings
Skewers, forks, etc.
Inside the cover you will find a quick look-up guide explaining three
basic cooking operations:
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Cooking food
Defrosting food
Adding extra cooking time
Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.
2. DO NOT heat:
At the front of the booklet you will find illustrations of the oven, and
more importantly the control panel, so that you can find the buttons
more easily.
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Airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers
Ex) Baby food jars
Airtight food.
Ex) Eggs, nuts in shells, tomatoes
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The step-by-step procedures use two different symbols.:
Reason: The increase in pressure may cause them to explode.
Tip: Remove lids and pierce skins, bags, etc.
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3. DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty.
Reason: The oven walls may be damaged.
Important
Note
Tip:
Leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times. The water will
absorb the microwaves if you accidentally set the oven going when
it is empty.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
4. DO NOT cover the rear ventilation slots with cloths or paper.
Reason: The cloths or paper may catch fire as hot air is evacuated from the
oven.
Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful
exposure 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:
5. ALWAYS use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven.
Reason: Some dishes absorb microwaves and heat is always transferred
from the food to the dish.The dishes are therefore hot.
6. DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls.
Reason: These walls may be hot enough to burn even after cooking has
finished, even though they do not appear to be so. Do not allow
inflammable materials to come into contact with any interior area of
the oven. Let the oven cool down first.
(1) Door, door seals and sealing surfaces
(2) Door hinges (broken or loose)
(3) Power cable
7. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
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Do not store flammable materials in the oven
Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags
Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers
If smoke is observed, keep the oven door closed and switch off or
disconnect the oven from the power supply
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly
qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.
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Safety Precautions (continued)
8. Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ALWAYS allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has
been switched off so that the temperature can equalize.
Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating.
Take care when handling the container after heating. You may burn
yourself if the container is too hot.
During cooking, you should look into the oven from time to time when food is
being heated or cooked in disposable containers of plastic, paper or other
combustible materials.
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A risk of delayed eruptive boiling exists.
Young children should NEVER be allowed to use or play with the microwave
oven. Nor should they be left unattended near the microwave oven when it is in
use. Items of interest to children should not be stored or hidden just above the
oven.
To prevent delayed boiling and possible scalding, you should put a plastic
spoon or glass stick into the beverages and stir before, during and after
heating.
Reason: During the heating of liquids the boiling point can be delayed;
this means that eruptive boiling can start after the container is
removed from the oven. You may scald yourself.
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In the event of scalding, follow these FIRST AID instructions:
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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.
NEVER fill the container to the top and choose a container that is wider at
the top than at the bottom to prevent the liquid from boiling over. Bottles
with narrow necks may also explode if overheated.
ALWAYS check the temperature of baby food or milk before giving it to the
baby.
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NEVER heat a baby’s bottle with the teat on, as the bottle may explode if
overheated.
9. Be careful not to damage the power cable.
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Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power
cable away from heated surfaces.
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Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug.
10. Stand at arm’s length from the oven when opening the door.
Reason: The hot air or steam released may cause scalding.
11. Keep the inside of the oven clean.
Reason: Food particles or spattered oils stuck to oven walls or floor can
cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven.
12. You may notice a “Clicking” sound during operation (especially when the oven
is in defrosting).
Reason: This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing.
13. When the microwave oven is operating without any load, the power will be cut
off automatically for safety. You can operate normally after letting it stand for
over 30 minutes.
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Installing Your Microwave Oven
Setting the Time (M1630N)
Place the oven on a flat, level surface that strong enough to safely bear
the weight of the oven.
Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. The time can be displayed
in either the 24-hour or 12-hour notation. You must set the clock:
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When you first install your microwave oven
After a power failure
20 cm
above
10 cm
behind
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, on the sides of the oven and
20 cm (8 inches) of above.
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Do not forget to reset the clock when you switch to and from
summer and winter time.
10 cm
on the
side
1. To display the time in the... Then press the
button...
2. Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
Install the roller ring and turntable.
24-hour notation
Once
12-hour notation
Twice
Check that the turntable rotates freely.
2. Set the hour with the h button and the minutes with the
min buttons.
3. This microwave oven has to be positioned so that plug is
accessible.
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Never block the air vents as the oven may overheat and
automatically switch itself off. It will remain inoperable until it has
cooled sufficiently.
3. When the right time is displayed, press the
button
again to start the clock.
Result :
The time is displayed whenever you are not
using the microwave oven.
For your personal safety, plug the cable into a 3-pin, 230 Volt,
50Hz, AC earthed socket. If the power cable of this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced by a special cable (I-SHENG
SP022, KDK KKP4819D, EUROELECTRIC 3410,SAMIL SP-
106B, MOONSUNG EP-48E, HIGH PROJECT H.P 3). Contact
your local dealer to have it replaced. The power cable of ISRAEL
is PENCON(ZD16A), S/AFRICA APEX LEADS SA16 and
NIGERIA, GHANA, KENYA and U.A.E is PENCON(UD13A1).
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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.
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How a Microwave Oven Works
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy
released enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing
either the form or the colour.
The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is
working correctly at all times.
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You can use your microwave oven to:
First, place a bowl of water on the turntable. Then, close the door.
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Defrost
Instant Reheat(M1630N)
Cook
Model : M1630N
1. Press the
button and set the time to 4-5 minutes by
pressing the 1min button the appropriate number of
times.
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. Press
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button.
The oven heats the water for 4 to 5 minutes.
The water should then be boiling.
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.
Model : M1610N
3. Cooking times vary according to the recipient used
and the properties of the food:
1. Set the power level to maximum by turning COOKING
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Quantity and density
Water content
Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)
POWER CONTROL knob.
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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:
2. Set the time 4 to 5 minutes by turning the TIMER knob.
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Even cooking of the food right to the centre
The same temperature throughout the food
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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.
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What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a
Problem
Cooking / Reheating
The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food.
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ALWAYS check your cooking settings before leaving the oven
unattended.
If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given.
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This is normal.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable. Then, close the
door.
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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
Model : M1630N
1. Press the
button.
Result :
The 600W (maximum cooking power)
indications are displayed: Select the
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The oven does not start when you press the
Is the door completely closed?
button.(M1630N)
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appropriate power level by pressing the
button again until the corresponding wattage
is displayed. Refer to the power level table.
The oven does not start when you turn the TIMER knob.(M1610N)
Is the door completely closed?
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2. Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min and
The food is not cooked at all
10s buttons.
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Have you set the timer correctly and/or pressed the
Have you set the timer correctly? (M1610N)
Is the door closed?
Have you overloaded the electric circuit and caused a fuse to blow or a
breaker to be triggered?
button?(M1630N)
3. Press the
button.
Result :
The oven light comes on and the turntable
starts rotating. Cooking starts and when it has
finished the oven beeps four times.
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The food is either overcooked or under cooked
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Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food?
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Was an appropriate power level chosen?
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Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty.
Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven (arcing)
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Have you used a dish with metal trimmings?
Have you left a fork or other metal utensil inside the oven?
Is aluminium foil too close to the inside walls?
If you wish to heat a dish for a short period of time at maximum
power(600W), simply press the +30s button once for each 30
seconds of cooking time. The oven starts immediately.
Model : M1610N
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The oven causes interference with radios or televisions
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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.(M1630N)
1. Set the power level to maximum by turning COOKING
POWER CONTROL knob.
(MAXIMUM POWER : 600 W)
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2. Set the time by turning TIMER knob.
Result :
The oven light comes on and the turntable
starts rotating.
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If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem,
contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service.
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Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty
You can change the power level during cooking by turning the
COOKING POWER CONTROL knob.
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Power Levels
Stopping the Cooking
You can choose among the power levels below..
You can stop cooking at any time to check the food.
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Model : M1630N
Power Level
Output
1. To stop temporarily;
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
DEFROST(
WARM
600 W
450 W
300 W
180 W
100 W
Open the door.
Result :
Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the
door and press again.
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2. To stop Completely;
Press the
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button.
The cooking stops. If you wish to cancel the
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If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be
decreased.
cooking settings, press the Cancel(
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button again.
If you select lower power level, the cooking time must be
increased.
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You can also cancel any setting before starting by simply pressing
Cancel ( ) button.
Model : M1610N
1. To stop temporarily;
Open the door.
Result :
Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the
door.
2. To stop completely;
Turn the TIMER knob to “0”.
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Adjusting the Cooking Time
Instant Reheat Settings (M1630N)
Model : M1630N
You can increase the cooking time by pressing the +30s button once
for each 30 seconds to be added.
The following table presents the various Instant Reheat Programmes,
quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations.
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Serving Type Serving Size Standing Recommendations
Time
Press the +30s button once for each 30 seconds to be
added.
Ready Meal 300-350 g
3 min.
Put on a ceramic plate and cover it with
microwave cling film. This programme is
suitable for meals consisting of 3
components (e.g. meat with sauce,
vegetables and a side dish like
potatoes, rice or pasta).
400-450 g
(chilled)
Model : M1610N
Adjust the remaining cooking time by rotating the TIMER
knob.
Drinks
150 ml
(1 cup)
250 ml
(1 mug)
1- 2 min. Pour into a ceramic cup and reheat
uncovered.
(coffee, milk,
tea, water
with room
temperature)
Place cup(150 ml) or mug(250 ml) in the
centre of turntable.
Stir carefully before and after standing
time.
Using the Instant Reheat Feature (M1630N)
Ready Meal 300 - 350 g
400 - 450 g
4 min.
Take frozen ready meal and check if
dish is suitable for microwave. Pierce
film of ready meal. Put the frozen ready
meal in the centre. This programme is
suitable for frozen ready meals
consisting of 3 components (e.g. meat
with sauce, vegetables and a side dish
like potatoes, rice or pasta).
(frozen)
With the Instant Reheat feature, the cooking time is set automatically
and you do not have to press the
button. You can adjust the number
of servings by pressing the appropriate Instant Reheat button the
required number of times.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
Press the Instant Reheat button which you want the required
number of times
Result :
Cooking starts after about two seconds.
When it has finished:
1) The oven beeps four times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times
(once every minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
Example: Press the
button one times to reheat one cups of coffee. Refer to
the table below.
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Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
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Using the Auto Defrost Feature (M1630N)
Auto Defrost Settings (M1630N)
The Auto Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry, fish.
The defrost time and power level are set automatically.
You simply select the programme and the weight.
Remove all kinds of packaging material before defrosting.
Place the frozen foods on a turntable.
Turn the food over when the oven beeps.
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Keep the corresponding standing time after Auto Power Defrosting
being finished.
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.Use only dishes that are microwave-safe.
First, place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable and close the
door.
Food
Portion
Standing
Time
Recommendation
1. Press the Auto( ) button.
Meat
Poultry
Fish
200-1500g 20-60 min
200-1500g 20-60 min
200-1500g 20-50 min
Shield the edges with aluminium foil.
Turn the food over when the oven
beeps.
Result :
The following indication is displayed:( )
2. Select the food weight by pressing the 100g button.
It is possible to set up to a maximum of 1500 g.
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Select the defrosting fuction 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 18.
1. Press
button.
Result :
Manual Defrosting Food (M1610N)
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Defrosting begins.
The oven beeps halfway through
defrosting to remind you to turn the food
over.
The Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry, fish.
First, place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable and close the
door.
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Press
again to finish defrosting.
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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
9 for further details.
1. Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to
180W( ).
2. Turn the TIMER knob to select the appropriate time.
Result :
Defrosting begins.
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Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
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Multistage Cooking(M1630N)
Your microwave oven can be programmed to cook food in up to three
stages.
Example : You wish to defrost food and cook it without having to reset
the oven after each stage. You can thus defrost and cook a 500g fish in
three stages:
7. Press
button.
The three modes [defrosting and cooking(I,II)]
are selected one after the other. According to
the defrosting mode that you have chosen, the
oven may beep half way through defrosting to
remind you to turn the food over.
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When cooking i sover, the oven beeps
four times
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Cook I
Cook II
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You can set between two and three stages in multistage cooking.
If you set three stage, the first stages must be defrosting.
Don’t press
button until you’ve set the final stage.
1. Press the Auto( ) button.
2. Set the weight by pressing the 100 g buttons the
appropriate number of times (500g in the example).
3. Press the
The microwave mode(I) :
if necessary, set the power level by pressing the
button again one or more times. (600W in
the example)
button.
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4. Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min and 10s
buttons the appropriate number of times (4 minutes in the
example).
5. Press the
The microwave mode(II):
if necessary, set the power level by pressing the
button again one or more times. (450W in
the example)
button.
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6. Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min and 10s
buttons the appropriate number of times (5 minutes in the
example).
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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.
Paper
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For short cooking times and warming.
Also to absorb excess moisture.
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Plates, cups,
napkins and
Kitchen paper
Recycled paper
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May cause arcing.
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Plastic
The following table lists various types of cookware and indicates
whether and how they should be used in a microwave oven.
Particularly if heat-resistant
thermoplastic. Some other plastics
may warp or discolour at high
temperatures. Do not use Melamine
plastic.
Can be used to retain moisture. Should
not touch the food. Take care when
removing the film as hot steam will
escape.
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Containers
Cookware
Microwave- Comments
Safe
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Cling film
Aluminium foil
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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.
Freezer bags
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Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should
not be airtight. Prick with a fork, if
necessary.
Browning plate
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Do not preheat for more than eight
minutes.
Wax or grease-proof paper
Can be used to retain moisture and
prevent spattering.
China and earthenware
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware
and bone china are usually suitable,
unless decorated with a metal trim.
Disposable polyester
cardboard dishes
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Some frozen foods are packaged in
these dishes.
Fast-food packaging
Can be used to warm food.
Overheating may cause the
polystyrene to melt.
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Polystyrene cups
containers
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May catch fire.
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Paper bags or
newspaper
Recycled paper or
metal trims
May cause arcing.
Glassware
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Can be used, unless decorated with a
metal trim.
Can be used to warm foods or liquids.
Delicate glass may break or crack if
heated suddenly.
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ware
Fine glassware
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Must remove the lid. Suitable for
warming only.
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Metal
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Dishes
Freezer bag twist
ties
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Cooking Guide
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.
MICROWAVES
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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.
Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after
cooking. Cover during standing time.
Food
Portion Power Time (min.) Standing Instructions
Time
(min.)
COOKING
Cookware for microwave cooking:
Cookware must allow microwave energy to pass through it for maximum
efficiency. 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.
Spinach
Broccoli
Peas
150g 600 W
300g 600 W
5 - 6
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
2 - 3
Add 15 ml (1 tablespoon)
cold water.
9 - 10
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)
cold water.
Foods suitable for microwave cooking:
300g 600 W 7½ - 8½
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)
cold water.
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 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).
Green Beans 300g 600 W 8½ - 9½
Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.)
cold water.
Mixed
300g 600 W 7½ - 8½
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)
cold water.
Vegetables
(carrots/
peas/corn)
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 different
ways: e.g. with a ceramic plate, plastic cover or microwave suitable cling film.
Mixed
300g 600 W 8½ - 9½
2 - 3
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)
cold water.
Vegetables
(Chinese
style)
Standing times
After cooking is over food the standing time is important to allow the temperature
to even out within the food.
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Cooking Guide(continued)
REHEATING
REHEATING BABY FOOD
GB
Your microwave oven will reheat food in a fraction of the time that conventional
ovens hobs normally take.
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.
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.
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.
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 600 W power while others should be reheated
using 450 W or even 300 W.
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).
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.
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.
REHEATING LIQUIDS
Always allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been
switched off 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.
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Cooking Guide(continued)
Reheating Liquids and Food
Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating.
Food
Portion
Power Time (min.) Standing
Time (min.)
Instructions
GB
Ready
Meal
(frozen)
350g
450g
600 W 11½ - 12½
13 - 14
4
Put the dish with frozen
ready meal(-18°C) of
2-3 component on the
turntable.
After reheating stand
for 4 min.
Food
Portion
Power Time (min.) Standing
Time (min.)
Instructions
Drinks
150 ml 600 W
1½ - 2
1 - 2
Pour into a ceramic cup
and reheat uncovered.
Place cup(150 ml) or
mug(250 ml) in the
centre of turntable.
Stir carefully before and
after standing time.
(coffee,
milk, tea,
water with
room
(1 cup)
250 ml
(1 mug)
2½ - 3
Reheating Baby Food and Milk
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for reheating.
tempature)
Food
Portion Power Time (min.) Standing Instructions
Soup
(chilled)
250g
450g
600 W
3½ - 4
5½ - 6
2 - 3
Pour into a deep
ceramic plate.
Cover with plastic lid.
Stir well after reheating.
Stir again before
serving.
Time
(min.)
Baby food
(vegetables
+ meat)
190g 600 W
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.
Stew
(chilled)
350g
600 W 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.
Baby
190g 600 W
20 sec.
2 - 3 Empty into ceramic deep
plate.
porridge
(grain +
milk + fruit)
Cook covered. Stir after
cooking time.
Stand for 2-3 minutes.
Before serving, stir well and
check the temperature
carefully.
Pasta with
sauce
(chilled)
350g
350g
600 W 4½ - 5½
3
3
Put pasta (e.g.
spaghetti or egg
noodles) on a flat
ceramic plate. Cover
with microwave cling
film. Stir before serving.
Baby milk
100ml 300 W 30 - 40 sec. 2 - 3 Stir or shake well and pour
into a sterilised glass
Filled
pasta with
sauce
600 W 5½ - 6½
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.
bottle. Place into the centre
of turn-table. Cook
(chilled)
uncovered. Shake well and
stand for at least 2 minutes.
Before serving, shake well
and check the temperature
carefully.
Plated
Meal
(chilled)
350g
450g
600 W
5 - 6
6 - 7
3
Plate a meal of 2-3
chilled components on
a ceramic dish.
Cover with microwave
cling-film.
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Cooking Guide(continued)
DEFROSTING
Food
Portion Time
(min.)
Standing Instructions
Time
(min.)
GB
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.
Fish
Put frozen fish in the middle
Fish fillets
250g
(2 pcs)
400g
6 - 7
9 - 10
5 - 25
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.
of a flat ceramic plate.
Arrange the thinner parts
under the thicker parts.
Shield narrow ends with
aluminium foil.
(4 pcs)
Put the frozen food on a dish without cover. Turn over half way, drain off 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.
Turn over after half of
defrosting time!
Fruits
Berries
Distribute fruits on a flat,
round glass dish (with a
large diameter).
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.
250g
5½ - 6½ 5 - 10
Bread
Bread rolls
Arrange rolls in a circle or
bread horizontally on kitchen
paper in the middle of
turntable.
Turn over after half of
defrosting time!
2 pcs
4 pcs
250g 3½ - 4½
2 - 2½ 5 - 10
3 - 4
(each ca. 50 g)
Toast/
Sandwich
German bread
(wheat + rye
flour)
Hint:
Flat food defrosts better than thick and smaller quantities need less
time than bigger ones. Remember this hint while freezing and
defrosting food.
500g
8 - 10
For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about -18 to - 20 °C, use the
following table as a guide.
Cake
All frozen food should be defrosted using defrosting power level (180 W, ).
Arrange pieces of cake side
by side on kitchen paper on
the turntable(do not
turnover).
Streusel cake
(apple)
Cake with
cream filling
250 g
(2 pcs)
200 g
4 - 5
2 - 4
10 - 20
Food
Portion Time
(min.)
Standing Instructions
Time
(2 pcs)
(min.)
Meat
Place the meat on a flat
ceramic plate.
Shield thinner edges with
aluminium foil.
Turn over after half of
defrosting time!
Minced beef
500g
300g
10 - 12
5 - 20
Pork steaks
6 - 6½
Poultry
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
Chicken
pieces
500 g
(2 pcs)
10 - 12 15 - 40
24 - 26
Whole chicken
900g
aluminium foil. Turn over
after half of defrosting time!
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Cooking Guide(continued)
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven
The following parts of your microwave oven should be cleaned
regularly to pre-vent grease and food particles from building up:
SPECIAL HINTS
GB
MELTING BUTTER
Put 50 g butter into a small deep glass dish. Cover with plastic lid.
Heat for 40-50 seconds using 600 W, stir well until butter is melted.
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•
Inside and outside surfaces
Door and door seals
Turntable and Roller rings
MELTING CHOCOLATE
Put 100 g 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!
☛
ALWAYS ensure that the door seals are clean and the door
closes properly.
1. Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Rinse and
dry.
MELTNG CRYSTALLIZED HONEY
Put 20 g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish.
Heat for 20-30 seconds using 300 W, until honey is melted.
2. Remove any splashes or stains on the inside surfaces or on the roller ring with
a soapy cloth. Rinse and dry.
MELTING GELATINE
3. To loosen hardened food particles and remove smells, place a cup of diluted
Lay dry gelatine sheets (10 g) for 5 minutes into cold water.
Put drained gelatine into a small glass pyrex bowl.
Heat for 1 minute using 300 W.
lemon juice on the turntable and heat for ten minutes at maximum power.
Stir after melting.
4. Wash the dishwasher-safe plate whenever necessary.
COOKING GLAZE/ICING (FOR CAKE AND GATEAUX)
Mix instant glaze (approximately 14 g) with 40 g sugar and 250 ml cold water.
Cook uncovered in a glass pyrex bowl for 5 to 6 minutes using 600 W,
until glaze/icing is transparent. Stir twice during cooking.
Put on vake directly after cooking.
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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
COOKING JAM
Put 600 g fruits (for example mixed berries) in a suitable sized glass
pyrex bowl with lid. Add 300 g preserving sugar and stir well.
Cook covered for 12-14 minutes using 600 W.
Stir several times during cooking. Empty directly into small jam
glasses with twist-off 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 7 to 8 minutes using 600 W.
Stir several times well during cooking.
BROWNING ALMOND SLICES
Spread 30 g sliced almonds evenly on a medium sized ceramic plate.
Stir several times during browning for 3½ to 4½ minutes using 600 W.
Let it stand for 2-3 minutes in the oven. Use oven gloves while taking out!
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Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven
Technical Specifications
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:
SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design
specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change
without notice.
GB
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•
Broken hinge
Deteriorated seals
Distorted or bent oven casing
Model
M1630N /M1610N
Power source
230 V ~ 50 Hz
‘
Power consumption
Only a qualified microwave service technician should perform repair
950 W
Microwave
Output power
100 W / 600 W (IEC - 705)
2450 MHz
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NEVER remove the outer casing from the oven. If the oven is
faulty and needs servicing or you are in doubt about its condition:
Operating frequency
Magnetron
•
•
Unplug it from the wall socket
Contact the nearest after-sales service centre
OM52S(31)
Cooling method
Cooling fan motor
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☛
If you wish to store your oven away temporarily, choose a dry,
dust-free place.
Dimensions (W x H x D)
460 x 247 x 336 mm : M1630N
460 x 247 x 347 mm : M1610N
Outside
Reason: Dust and damp may adversely affect the working parts in
the oven.
290 x 189 x 312 mm
18 liter
Oven cavity
This microwave oven is not intended for commercial use.
Volume
Weight
10 kg approx
Net
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Note
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Note
GB
22
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