Samsung Microwave Oven M1610N User Guide

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  
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:  
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:  
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.  
Airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers  
Ex) Baby food jars  
Airtight food.  
Ex) Eggs, nuts in shells, tomatoes  
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.  
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:  
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.  
IMPORTANT  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power  
cable away from heated surfaces.  
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.  
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.  
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).  
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.  
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  
Result :  
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  
Quantity and density  
Water content  
Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)  
POWER CONTROL knob.  
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.  
Even cooking of the food right to the centre  
The same temperature throughout the food  
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.  
This is normal.  
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable. Then, close the  
door.  
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  
The oven does not start when you press the  
Is the door completely closed?  
button.(M1630N)  
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?  
2. Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1min and  
The food is not cooked at all  
10s buttons.  
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.  
The food is either overcooked or under cooked  
Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food?  
Was an appropriate power level chosen?  
Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty.  
Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven (arcing)  
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  
The oven causes interference with radios or televisions  
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)  
2. Set the time by turning TIMER knob.  
Result :  
The oven light comes on and the turntable  
starts rotating.  
If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem,  
contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service.  
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.  
)
2. To stop Completely;  
Press the  
Result :  
button.  
The cooking stops. If you wish to cancel the  
If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be  
decreased.  
cooking settings, press the Cancel(  
)
button again.  
If you select lower power level, the cooking time must be  
increased.  
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.  
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.  
.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.  
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)  
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.  
Press  
again to finish defrosting.  
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.  
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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Result :  
When cooking i sover, the oven beeps  
four times  
Defrosting  
Cook I  
Cook II  
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.  
;
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.  
;
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.  
Plates, cups,  
napkins and  
Kitchen paper  
Recycled paper  
May cause arcing.  
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.  
Containers  
Cookware  
Microwave- Comments  
Safe  
Cling film  
Aluminium foil  
☛  
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  
☛  
Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should  
not be airtight. Prick with a fork, if  
necessary.  
Browning plate  
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  
Some frozen foods are packaged in  
these dishes.  
Fast-food packaging  
Can be used to warm food.  
Overheating may cause the  
polystyrene to melt.  
Polystyrene cups  
containers  
May catch fire.  
Paper bags or  
newspaper  
Recycled paper or  
metal trims  
May cause arcing.  
Glassware  
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.  
Oven-to-table  
ware  
Fine glassware  
Must remove the lid. Suitable for  
warming only.  
Glass jars  
Metal  
May cause arcing or fire.  
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.  
 
15  
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.  
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.  
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!  
 
19  
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  
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  
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  
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  
20  
 
Note  
GB  
 
21  
Note  
GB  
22  
 
Note  
GB  
 
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