Samsung SMH9187W - Manuals

safety information _5 SAVE ThESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUCTIONS 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: 1. ...

6_ safety information SAVE ThESE INSTRUCTIONS 20. Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood of filter. 21. When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on. 22. Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agent, such as lye-based ov...

safety information _7 SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company.- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury. Unpack oven, remove all packaging m...

8_ safety information - Unplug the power plug by holding the plug. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. When the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center. CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is a...

safety information _9 If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service center.- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.- This may result in electric shock. Do not turn t...

10_ safety information Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, oven cover, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.- Items, such as a cloth, may be caught in the door.- This may result in electric shock, fire, prob...

contents _11 contents setting up your new miCrowAve oven 13 13 Checking the parts 14 Warranty and service information 14 Setting up your microwave oven 15 Turning on the power for the first time 15 Setting the time 15 Child lock 16 My settings 17 Checking the control panel using your miCrowAve oven ...

12_ contents CleAning AnD mAintAining your miCrowAve oven 39 39 Cleaning the exterior 39 Cleaning the interior 39 Cleaning the turntable and roller rings 40 Storing and repairing your microwave oven 40 Replacing the cooktop/night light 40 Replacing the oven light 41 Cleaning the grease filter 42 Rep...

setting up your new microwave oven _13 01 S ETTING UP y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN setting up your new microwave oven Be sure to follow these instructions closely so that your new microwave oven works properly. ChECkING ThE PARTS Carefully unpack your microwave oven, and make sure you’ve received all the...

14_ setting up your new microwave oven WARRANTy AND SERVICE INFORmATION To help us to serve you better, please complete the enclosed registration card and promptly return it by mail. If the registration card is missing, you can call Samsung Electronics, Inc., at 1-800-sAmsung (726-7864) or register ...

setting up your new microwave oven _15 01 S ETTING UP y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN setting up your new microwave oven TURNING ON ThE POWER FOR ThE FIRST TImE The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet, the display turns on after four seconds with: PLEASE TOUCH CLOCK AND SET TIME OF DAY This wi...

16_ setting up your new microwave oven my SETTINGS Your new microwave oven can be customized to suit your personal preferences. Simply press the my settings button to configure the following options. The options are summarized in the following table: no. Function Description 1 Weight mode selected 1...

setting up your new microwave oven _17 01 S ETTING UP y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN ChECkING ThE CONTROL PANEL setting up your new microwave oven 1 2 3 4 7 8 5 9 16 23 26 6 10 11 19 21 24 27 13 17 12 14 15 18 20 22 25 SMH9187_XAA-03640A-01_EN.indd 17 2009-08-27 �� 11:21:35

setting up your new microwave oven _19 01 S ETTING UP y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN enter/stArt Press this button to start a function. If you open the door after the oven begins to cook, close the door and press the Enter/Start button again. turntABle on/oFF Press this button to turn off the turntable. OF...

20_ using your microwave oven USING ThE mORE/LESS bUTTONS The more (9)/less (1) buttons allow you to adjust the pre-set cooking times. They only work for the “ Sensor Reheat ”, “ Sensor Cooking (except Beverage)”, “ Add 30 sec. ”, “ Custom Cook ”, “ Kitchen Timer ”, “ Soften/Melt ”, “ Kids Meals ”, ...

using your microwave oven _21 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN USING ThE TURNTAbLE ON/OFF bUTTON For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. However, for large dishes it can be turned off.Press the turntable on/off button to turn the turntable on or off. The turntable may become too hot to to...

22_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SENSOR COOkING bUTTONS The sensor Cooking buttons consist of frequently used settings allowing you to select them quickly and conveniently. Use the more (9)/less (1) buttons to set your temperature preference. If the food is not thoroughly cooked or reheated w...

using your microwave oven _23 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN Sensor cooking table FooD Amount proCeDure Popcorn 3.0 - 3.5 oz1 package Use only one microwave popcorn bag at a time. Be careful when removing and opening the heated bag from the oven. Let the oven cool for at least 5 minutes before us...

24_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SENSOR REhEAT bUTTON Heating leftovers and precooked foods is easy with your new microwave. By actually sensing the humidity that escapes as the food is heated, the oven’s heating time is automatically adjusted depending on the type and amount of precooked foo...

using your microwave oven _25 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN USING ThE AUTO DEFROST bUTTON To thaw frozen foods, enter the weight of the food, and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time, power level and standing time. Press enter/start button to start defrosting. 1. Press the Auto D...

26_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SOFTEN / mELT bUTTON 1. Press the soften/melt button. The display will show: SELECT MENU 1 TO 3 . (Refer to the Soften/Melt table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size....

using your microwave oven _27 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN USING ThE kIDS mEALS bUTTON 1. Press the kids meals button. The display will show SELECT MENU 1 TO 4 . (Refer to the Kids meals table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons...

28_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SNACkS bUTTON 1. Press the snacks button. The display will show SELECT MENU 1 TO 4 . (Refer to the snack bar table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size. Only number 1 ...

using your microwave oven _29 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN mICROWAVE COOkING TImES & POWER LEVELS Your oven allows you to set three different cooking stages, each with their own time length and power level. The power level lets you control the heating intensity from Warm (1) through to High...

30_ using your microwave oven USING ThE CUSTOm COOk bUTTON The Custom Cook button lets you store a customized set of cooking instructions, and recall this setting later from memory to begin cooking quickly. Only one set of instructions can be stored at a time. 1. Press the Custom Cook button. The di...

cookware guide _31 03 C OOk W ARE GUIDE 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.It is important to choose the correct cookware, therefore look for cookware that is marked microwave-safe. The ...

cooking guide _33 04 C OOk ING GUIDE cooking guide Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by the 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 cook...

34_ cooking guide Adding moisture 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. Venting After covering a dish with plastic wra...

cooking guide _35 04 C OOk ING GUIDE COOkING POULTRy Place the poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish and cover with wax paper to prevent spattering. Use aluminum foil to shield the bone tips, thin pieces of meat, or areas that may start to overcook.Check the temperature ...

36_ cooking guide COOkING EGGS You can use your microwave oven to cook eggs. Cook them until they are just set as they become tough if they are overcooked. Never cook eggs in their shells, and never warm up hard-boiled eggs in their shells as they may explode. Always pierce whole eggs to keep them f...

cooking guide _37 04 C OOk ING GUIDE RECIPES beef and barley stew 1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces½ cup chopped onion2 Tbs. all-purpose flour1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) beef broth2 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch slices (about 1 cup)½ cup barley1 bay leaf¼ tsp. p...

38_ cooking guide Warm potato salad 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces¼ cup chopped onion2 tsp. sugar1 tsp. salt1 tsp. flour½ tsp. celery seed1/8 tsp. pepper2½ Tbs. apple cider vinegar 1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine the potatoes and...

cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven _39 05 C LEANING AND m AINT AINING cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave oven clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. CLEANING ThE ExTERIOR It’s best to clean spills on the outsi...

40_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven STORING AND REPAIRING yOUR mICROWAVE OVEN If you need to store your microwave oven for a short or extended period of time, choose a dust-free, dry location. Dust and dampness may adversely affect the ability of the microwave parts. Do not repair, repl...

cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven _41 05 C LEANING AND m AINT AINING CLEANING ThE GREASE FILTER Your microwave oven has two metal reusable grease filters. The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month, or as required. To avoid risk of personal injury or property d...

42_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven REPLACING ThE ChARCOAL FILTER If your oven is not vented to the outside, the charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (every 6 to 12 months, and more often if necessary). The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To or...

troubleshooting _43 06 A PPENDI x troubleshooting ChECk ThESE POINTS IF yOUR mICROWAVE OVEN… proBlem solution The display and/or the oven is not working. Make sure the plug is properly connected to a grounded outlet.If the wall outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is turn...

44_ appendix appendix SPECIFICATIONS moDel numBer smh9187B / shm9187w Oven Cavity 1.8 cuft Controls 10 power levels, including defrost Timer 99 minutes, 99 seconds Power Source 120 VAC, 60 Hz Power Consumption 1650 Watts Power Output 1100 Watts Oven Cavity Dimensions 21 13 / 32 ”(W) X 10 9 / 32 ”(H)...

warranty _45 warranty SAmSUNG OVER-ThE-RANGE(OTR) mICROWAVE OVEN Limited warranty to original purchaser This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by...

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6_ safety information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury. Unpack oven, remove all packaging ...

safety information _7 Do not twist or tie the power cord. Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance. - This may result in electric shock or fire.Do not pull...

safety information _9 - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or injury. Do not tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door. Under no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet. Do not store or use oven outdoors. CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING When the surface is cracked, turn...

contents _11 contents setting up your new miCrowAve oven 13 13 Checking the parts 14 Warranty and service information 14 Setting up your microwave oven 15 Turning on the power for the first time 15 Setting the time 15 Child lock 16 My settings 17 Checking the control panel using your miCrowAve oven ...

12_ contents CleAning AnD mAintAining your miCrowAve oven 39 39 Cleaning the exterior 39 Cleaning the interior 39 Cleaning the turntable and roller rings 40 Storing and repairing your microwave oven 40 Replacing the cooktop/night light 40 Replacing the oven light 41 Cleaning the grease filter 42 Rep...

setting up your new microwave oven _13 01 SETTING UP y OUR NEW m ICROW AVE OVEN setting up your new microwave oven Be sure to follow these instructions closely so that your new microwave oven works properly. ChECkING ThE PARTS Carefully unpack your microwave oven, and make sure you’ve received all t...

14_ setting up your new microwave oven WARRANTy ANd SERVICE INFORmATION To help us to serve you better, please complete the enclosed registration card and promptly return it by mail. If the registration card is missing, you can call Samsung Electronics, Inc., at 1-800-sAmsung (726-7864) or register ...

setting up your new microwave oven _15 01 SETTING UP y OUR NEW m ICROW AVE OVEN setting up your new microwave oven TURNING ON ThE POWER FOR ThE FIRST TImE The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet, the display turns on after four seconds with: PLEASE TOUCH CLOCK AND SET TIME OF DAY This ...

16_ setting up your new microwave oven my SETTINGS Your new microwave oven can be customized to suit your personal preferences. Simply press the my settings button to configure the following options. The options are summarized in the following table: no. Function Description 1 Weight mode selected 1...

setting up your new microwave oven _17 01 SETTING UP y OUR NEW m ICROW AVE OVEN ChECkING ThE CONTROL PANEL setting up your new microwave oven 1 2 3 4 7 8 5 9 16 23 26 6 10 11 19 21 24 27 13 17 12 14 15 18 20 22 25 SMH9187_XAC-03640B-EN-01.indd 17 2010-02-20 3:18:03

setting up your new microwave oven _19 01 SETTING UP y OUR NEW m ICROW AVE OVEN enter/stArt Press this button to start a function. If you open the door after the oven begins to cook, close the door and press the Enter/Start button again. turntABle on/oFF Press this button to turn off the turntable. ...

20_ using your microwave oven USING ThE mORE/LESS bUTTONS The more (9)/less (1) buttons allow you to adjust the pre-set cooking times. They only work for the “ Sensor Reheat ”, “ Sensor Cooking (except Beverage)”, “ Add 30 sec. ”, “ Custom Cook ”, “ Kitchen Timer ”, “ Soften/Melt ”, “ Kids Meals ”, ...

using your microwave oven _21 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN USING ThE TURNTAbLE ON/OFF bUTTON For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. However, for large dishes it can be turned off.Press the turntable on/off button to turn the turntable on or off. The turntable may become too hot to to...

22_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SENSOR COOkING bUTTONS The sensor Cooking buttons consist of frequently used settings allowing you to select them quickly and conveniently. Use the more (9)/less (1) buttons to set your temperature preference. If the food is not thoroughly cooked or reheated w...

using your microwave oven _23 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN Sensor cooking table FooD Amount proCeDure Popcorn 3.0 - 3.5 oz1 package Use only one microwave popcorn bag at a time. Be careful when removing and opening the heated bag from the oven. Let the oven cool for at least 5 minutes before us...

24_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SENSOR REhEAT bUTTON Heating leftovers and precooked foods is easy with your new microwave. By actually sensing the humidity that escapes as the food is heated, the oven’s heating time is automatically adjusted depending on the type and amount of precooked foo...

using your microwave oven _25 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN USING ThE AUTO dEFROST bUTTON To thaw frozen foods, enter the weight of the food, and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time, power level and standing time. Press enter/start button to start defrosting. 1. Press the Auto D...

26_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SOFTEN / mELT bUTTON 1. Press the soften/melt button. The display will show: SELECT MENU 1 TO 3 . (Refer to the Soften/Melt table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size....

using your microwave oven _27 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN USING ThE kIdS mEALS bUTTON 1. Press the kids meals button. The display will show SELECT MENU 1 TO 4 . (Refer to the Kids meals table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons...

28_ using your microwave oven USING ThE SNACkS bUTTON 1. Press the snacks button. The display will show SELECT MENU 1 TO 4 . (Refer to the snack bar table). Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available items. 2. Press the number 1 or 2 buttons to select the serving size. Only number 1 ...

using your microwave oven _29 02 U SING y OUR m ICROW A VE OVEN mICROWAVE COOkING TImES & POWER LEVELS Your oven allows you to set three different cooking stages, each with their own time length and power level. The power level lets you control the heating intensity from Warm (1) through to High...

30_ using your microwave oven USING ThE CUSTOm COOk bUTTON The Custom Cook button lets you store a customized set of cooking instructions, and recall this setting later from memory to begin cooking quickly. Only one set of instructions can be stored at a time. 1. Press the Custom Cook button. The di...

cookware guide _31 03 C OOk W ARE GUId E 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.It is important to choose the correct cookware, therefore look for cookware that is marked microwave-safe. The...

cooking guide _33 04 C OOk ING GUId E cooking guide Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by the 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 coo...

34_ cooking guide Adding moisture 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. Venting After covering a dish with plastic wra...

cooking guide _35 04 C OOk ING GUId E COOkING POULTRy Place the poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish and cover with wax paper to prevent spattering. Use aluminum foil to shield the bone tips, thin pieces of meat, or areas that may start to overcook.Check the temperature...

36_ cooking guide COOkING EGGS You can use your microwave oven to cook eggs. Cook them until they are just set as they become tough if they are overcooked. Never cook eggs in their shells, and never warm up hard-boiled eggs in their shells as they may explode. Always pierce whole eggs to keep them f...

cooking guide _37 04 C OOk ING GUId E RECIPES beef and barley stew 1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces½ cup chopped onion2 Tbs. all-purpose flour1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) beef broth2 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch slices (about 1 cup)½ cup barley1 bay leaf¼ tsp. ...

38_ cooking guide Warm potato salad 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces¼ cup chopped onion2 tsp. sugar1 tsp. salt1 tsp. flour½ tsp. celery seed1/8 tsp. pepper2½ Tbs. apple cider vinegar 1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine the potatoes and...

cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven _39 05 C LEANING ANd m AINT AINING cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave oven clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. CLEANING ThE ExTERIOR It’s best to clean spills on the outsi...

40_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven STORING ANd REPAIRING yOUR mICROWAVE OVEN If you need to store your microwave oven for a short or extended period of time, choose a dust-free, dry location. Dust and dampness may adversely affect the ability of the microwave parts. Do not repair, repl...

cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven _41 05 C LEANING ANd m AINT AINING CLEANING ThE GREASE FILTER Your microwave oven has two metal reusable grease filters. The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month, or as required. To avoid risk of personal injury or property d...

42_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven REPLACING ThE ChARCOAL FILTER If your oven is not vented to the outside, the charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (every 6 to 12 months, and more often if necessary). The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To or...

troubleshooting _43 06 A PPEN d Ix troubleshooting ChECk ThESE POINTS IF yOUR mICROWAVE OVEN… proBlem solution The display and/or the oven is not working. Make sure the plug is properly connected to a grounded outlet.If the wall outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is tur...

44_ appendix appendix SPECIFICATIONS moDel numBer smh9187B / shm9187w Oven Cavity 1.8 cuft Controls 10 power levels, including defrost Timer 99 minutes, 99 seconds Power Source 120 VAC, 60 Hz Power Consumption 1500 Watts Power Output 1000 Watts Oven Cavity dimensions 21 13 / 32 ”(W) X 10 9 / 32 ”(H)...

warranty _45 warranty SAmSUNG OVER-ThE-RANGE(OTR) mICROWAVE OVEN Limited warranty to original purchaser This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by...

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