SMH7175 SMH7178 Code No. : DE68-00356T SMH7175_00356T.
Safety When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy: • Read all safety instructions before using the appliance. • Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on this page. • This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlets.
Safety Important Safety Instructions, continued • • • • • • • • • • • • • Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. Keep the inside of the oven clean. Food particles or spattered oils stuck to the oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven. Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
Safety The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions (see page 15).Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use. • In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the microwave oven, smother a flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid, a cookie sheet or a flat tray. • Never leave surface units beneath your microwave oven unattended at high heat settings.
Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 How to Use the Metal Shelf When Microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Setting the Child Protection Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Your New Microwave Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cooking Instructions. . . .
Your New Microwave Oven Checking Parts Warranty and Service Information Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any part is missing or broken, call your dealer. 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 Canada, Inc., at 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864), or register on-line at www.samsung.
Your New Microwave Oven Control Panel (SMH7175) 1. Sensor Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12 2. Power/Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12 Sets weight of food to be defrosted. 3. Sensor Cook Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12 Sensor settings to cook popular foods. 4. Handy Helper, Kids Meals, Snack Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Your New Microwave Oven Control Panel (SMH7178) 1 1. Sensor Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12 2. Power/Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12 Sets weight of food to be defrosted. 3. Sensor Cook Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12 Sensor settings to cook popular foods. 4. Handy Helper, Kids Meals, Snack Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation Turning on the Power and Selecting a Display Language Using the My Choice feature Your new microwave oven can be customized to suit your personal tastes. Simply press My Choice to set these options. For your convenience, all the options are summarized in the following table: The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet, or after there has been an interruption in power, the display shows after four seconds ENJOY YOUR COOKING -- -- -- PRESS MY CHOICE FOR PERSONAL OPTIONS.
Operation Selecting the Display Weight Setting the Clock AM/PM You can choose between pounds(LBS) and kilograms(KG). 1. Press the Clock button. 1. Press My Choice button and then press the 2 button. 2. 3. 4. The display will show: SELECT AM/PM 2. To select AM or PM, press the Clock button. 3. Use the number buttons to enter the current time. You must press The display shows: LBS OR KG PRESS MY CHOICE Press My Choice button.
Operation Setting and Using the Custom Cook Button Using the Pause/Cancel Button The Custom button memorizes the time and power setting for a particular food. The Pause/Cancel button allows you to clear instructions you have entered. It also allows you to pause the oven’s cooking cycle, so that you can check the food. Programming the Custom Cook button • 1. Press the Custom Cook button. Press the button twice to delete 2. 3. the previous Custom setting.
Operation Using the Sensor Cook Buttons Using the Power Defrosting (Power/Auto Defrosting) By actually sensing the humidity that escapes as food heats, this feature automatically adjusts the oven’s heating time for various types and amounts of food. To thaw frozen food, set the weight of the food and the microwave automatically sets the defrosting time, power level and standing time. 1.
Operation Using the Handy Helper Button Kids Meals Chart Item 1. Press the Handy Helper button corresponding to the food you are 2. 3. cooking. The display shows: MELT CHOCOLATE 1CUP CHIPS. Press the Handy Helper button repeatedly to select the item you want.(Refer to the Handy Helper Chart below) Press the Number 1 or 2 button to select the serving size you want. Only the 1 button(serving) is available for Soften Cream Cheese and Melt Chocolate items.
Operation Using the Snack Bar Button Setting Cooking Times & Power Levels 1. Press the Snack Bar button corresponding to the food you are Your microwave allows you to set up to three different stages of cooking, each with its own time length and power level. The power level lets you control the heating intensity from Warm (1) to High (0). 2. 3. cooking. The display shows: NACHOS 1 SERVING Press the Snack Bar button repeatedly to select the item you want.
Operation Multi-stage Cooking Turning the Turntable On/Off 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 in the “One-Stage Cooking” section on the For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. 2. 3, 4. previous page. PRESS START OR ENTER NEXT STAGE COOKING TIME appears in the display. When entering more than one cooking stage, the Power Level button must be pressed before the second cooking stage can be entered. To set the power level at High for a stage of cooking, press the Power Level button twice.
Operation How to Use the Metal Shelf When Microwaving Shelf and Reheating To reheat on 2 levels or to reheat 2 dishes on the lower level: • Make sure the shelf is positioned properly inside the microwave to prevent damage to the oven from arcing. • Do not use a microwave browning dish on the shelf. The shelf could overheat. • Do not use the oven with the shelf on the microwave floor. This could damage the microwave. • Use pot holders when handling the shelf-it may be hot.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils • Recommended Use • • • • • • • • Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes - Use for heating or cooking. Microwavable plastic wrap - Use to cover. Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food. Wax paper - Use as a cover to prevent spattering. Paper towels and napkins - Use for short-term heating and covering; they absorb excess moisture and prevent spattering.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Techniques 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. Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center.
Cooking Instructions Auto Sensor Cook Important The Auto Sensor allows you to cook your food automatically by detecting the amount of humidity generated from the food while cooking. • • • • • • When cooking food, the humidity is generated. The Auto Sensor determines the proper time and power level by detecting the humidity from the food, eliminating the need to set the cooking time and power level.
Cooking Instructions Sensor Cooking Guide Food Follow the instructions below when sensor cooking different types of food. Food Amount 3.0 ~ 3.5 oz 1 package Popcorn 1 to 6 potatoes. Potatoes Procedure Use only one microwave-only bag of popcorn at a time. Use caution when removing and opening the hot bag from oven. Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again. Beverage 8 oz. Frozen Dinner 8 to 14 oz.
Cooking Instructions Sensor Reheat Guide Food Follow the instructions below when sensor reheating different types of food. Food Plate of Food Amount 1 serving (1 plate). 1 to 4 servings. Cover plate with lid or vented plastic wrap. If food is not as hot as you prefer after heating with SENSOR REHEAT, continue heating using time and power. Stir foods once before serving. Contents • Casserole-refrigerated foods. • Pasta-Canned spaghetti and ravioli. Pasta Reheat Procedure Whole Chicken 2.5-6.0 lbs.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide Guide for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave • Guide for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave • • • • • • Place meat on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Start meat fat-side down. Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas. Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time. The following temperatures are removal temperatures.
Cooking Instructions Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave Guide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave • • • • • Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork. Place fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Use a tight cover to steam fish. A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming. Do not overcook fish; check it at minimum cooking time. Food Cook Time/ Power Level Directions Steaks Up to 1.5 lbs. Cooking Time: 6-10 min. / lb.
Cooking Instructions Recipes Broccoli and Cheese Casserole ¼ cup butter or margarine Beef and Barley Stew ¼ cup chopped onion 1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces 1½ Tbs. flour ½ cup chopped onion ½ tsp. salt 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour ¼ tsp. dry mustard 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) beef broth 1½ cups milk 2 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch slices (about 1 cup) ¼ cup chopped red pepper ½ cup barley 8 oz.
Cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad Black Bean Soup 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces 1 cup chopped onion 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ cup chopped onion 2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, drained 2 tsp. sugar 1 can (14-16 oz.) stewed tomatoes, chopped 1 tsp. salt 1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) chicken broth 1 tsp. flour 1 can (7-8.5 oz.) corn ½ tsp. celery seed 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies 1/8 tsp. pepper 1-2 tsp.
Appendix Troubleshooting Guide You see sparks or arcing. Before you call a repair person for your oven, check this list of possible problems and solutions. • Neither the oven’s display nor the oven operate. • • • • • • The turntable makes noises or sticks. Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet. If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is turned on. Remove the plug from the outlet, wait ten seconds, then plug it in again.
Appendix Care and Cleaning How to Clean the Outside • • Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave. • • • • • • • Follow these instructions to clean and care for your oven. Keep the inside of the oven clean. Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls, causing the oven to work less efficiently. Wipe up spills immediately. Use a damp cloth and mild soap.
Appendix ������������ Light Bulb Replacement Exhaust Feature Cooktop Light The Vent Fan Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb. The exhaust fan has 2 metal reusable grease filter. 1. To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse A charcoal filter can be used for removing smoke and odors in case the fan is not vented outside. 2. 3. 4. or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. Remove the screw at the front of the light cover and lower the cover.
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Appendix Specifications Model Number SMH7175 Model Number SMH7178 Oven Cavity 1.7 cuft Oven Cavity 1.
Warranty SAMSUNG OVER-THE-RANGE(OTR) MICROWAVE OVEN overcooking by user; glass tray or turntable; reduced magnetron power output related to normal aging. SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the product.
Quick Reference Feature Set Clock One Stage Cooking One Minute+ Cooking Power Defrost Set Cooking Time and Power Levels Sensor Cook Buttons Sensor Reheat Handy Helper, Kids Meals, Snack Bar Operation 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 1. 2. 1. 2. Press CLOCK. To select AM or PM, press CLOCK. Use number buttons to enter the current time. Press CLOCK again. Use number buttons to set cooking time. Set power level or leave at High. Press START. Press the ONE MINUTE + button once for each minute of cooking.
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