Ck135-GB.fm Page 1 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM MICROWAVE OVEN Owner’s Instructions and Cooking Guide CK135 / CK135M / CK136T / CK136TM / CK137B / CK137BM / CK138F / CK138FM / CK139FS Code No.: DE68-02102A Quick Look-up Guide..............................................................................2 Oven .......................................................................................................2 Control Panel ............................................................................
Ck135-GB.fm Page 2 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Quick Look-up Guide GB Oven I want to cook some food 1. Place the food in the oven. Press the POWER LEVEL( VENTILATION HOLES HEATING ELEMENT ) button. VENTILATION HOLES DOOR CONTROL PANEL 2. Press the POWER LEVEL( ) button until the appropriate power level is displayed. Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob as required. 3. Press Start( 1min+) button.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 3 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Control Panel Accessories Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways. 1. Coupler, to be placed correctly over the motor shaft in the base of the oven. Purpose: The coupler rotates the turntable. 1 2. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven. Purpose: The roller ring supports the turntable. 2 8 3.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 4 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Using this Instruction Booklet GB PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s Instructions contain much valuable information on cooking with your microwave oven: • Safety precautions • Suitable accessories and cookware • Useful cooking tips Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 5 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Safety Precautions Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven, please check that the following safety precautions are taken. 8. Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods. • ALWAYS allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off to allow the temperature to equalize. • Stir during heating if necessary and ALWAYS stir after heating.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 6 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Safety Precautions (continued) GB Installing Your Microwave Oven This microwave oven can be placed almost anywhere (kitchen work surface or shelf, movable trolley, table). 13. When the microwave oven is operating without any load, the power will be cut off automatically for safety. After standing for over 30 min, you can operate the oven normally. • Do not worry is the oven continues to work after cooking has finished.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 7 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Selecting the Display Language Setting the Time The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet, or after there has been an interruption in power, the display shows “SELECT YOUR LANGUAGE”. At this point, you can select a language for the display. You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch and Russian. Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. The time can be displayed in either the 24-hour or 12-hour notation.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 8 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM GB 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.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 9 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem Cooking/Reheating Becoming familiar with a new appliance always takes a little time. If you have any of the problems listed below, try the solutions given. They may save you the time and inconvenience of an unnecessary service call. The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food. ◆ This is normal.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 10 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM GB Power Levels and Time Variations Stopping the Cooking The power level function enables you to adapt the amount of energy dissipated and thus the time required to cook or reheat your food, according to its type and quantity. You can choose between six power levels. You can stop cooking at any time so that you can: • Check the food • Turn the food over or stir it • Leave it to stand Power Level Percentage Output To stop the cooking... Then...
Ck135-GB.fm Page 11 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Adjusting the Cooking Time Using the Auto Reheat & Cook Feature Like traditional cooking, you may find that, depending on the food’s characteristics or your tastes, you have to adjust the cooking times slightly. You can: • Check how cooking is progressing at any time simply by opening the door • Increase or decrease the remaining cooking time The Auto Reheat & Cook( ) feature has nine pre-programmed cooking times.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 12 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Using the Auto Reheat & Cook Feature (continued) GB The following table presents the various Auto Reheat & Cook Programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations. Programmes numbers 1,2 and 3 running with microwave energy only. Programmes number 5 and 7 are running with a combination of microwaves and grill. Programmes no 4, 6,8,9 running with a combination of microwave and convection.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 13 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Using a Crusting Plate CK136T/CK136TM/CK138F/CK138FM/CK139FS only How to clean the crusting plate The best way to clean the crusting plate is to wash it with hot water and detergent and then rinse if off with clean water. Do not use a scrubbing brush or a hard sponge otherwise the top layer will be damaged. Normally when cooking food, such as pizzas or pies, on a grill or in a microwave oven, the dough or pastry becomes soggy.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 14 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Using the Auto Defrost Feature GB The Auto Defrost feature enables you to defrost steaks/ chops/ minced meat/ chicken pieces, meat joint, chicken, fish, bread or cake. The defrost time and power level are set automatically. You simply select the programme and the weight. ☛ The following table presents the various Auto Defrost programmes, quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations. Remove all kind of package material before defrosting.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 15 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Setting a Standing Time Multistage Cooking The Hold Time can be used to set a standing time automatically (without microwave cooking). You do not need to watch the clock; the oven will beep when the standing time is over. Your microwave oven can be programmed to cook food in up to four GB stages (the convection mode can not be used in Multistage cooking). Example: You wish to defrost food and cook it without having to reset the oven after each stage.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 16 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Choosing the Accessories Preheating the Oven Traditional convection cooking does not require any special cookware. You should, however, use only cookware that you would use in your normal oven. GB For convection cooking, it is recommended that you preheat the oven to the appropriate temperature before placing the food in the oven.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 17 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking by Convection Grilling The convection mode enables you to cook food in the same way as in a traditional oven. Microwaves are not used. You can set the temperature, as required, in a range varying from 40°C to 250°C in eight preset levels. The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes. The grill enables you to heat and brown food quickly, without using microwaves.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 18 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM GB Choosing the Heating Element Position Spit-Roasting The heating element is used when cooking food by convection, grilling or spit roasting.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 19 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Using The Vertical Multi-Spit Combining Microwaves and the Grill CK137B/CK137BM/CK138F/CK138FM/CK139FS only You can also combine microwave cooking with the grill, to cook quickly and brown at the same time. MULTI-SPIT FOR KEBAB Using the multi-spit with 6 kebab skewers you can easily barbecue meat, poultry, fish, vegetables (like onions, peppers or courgettes) and fruit which have been cut into pieces.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 20 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Combining Microwaves and Convection GB Combination cooking uses both microwave energy and convection heating. No preheating is required as the microwave energy is immediately available. Open the door . Place the food on the turntable or on the low rack on the turntable. Close the door. The heating element must be in the horizontal position.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 21 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Safety-locking Your Microwave Oven Scroll Speed Your microwave oven is fitted with a special Child Safety programme, which enables the oven to be “locked” so that children or anyone unfamiliar with it cannot operate it accidentally. Your can control the scroll speed whenever you want. 1. Press the Grill ( ) and Convection ( ) buttons at the same time(about three seconds). The numbers “11111” - “55555” are displayed.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 22 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM GB Switching the Beeper Off Manual Stop Turntable Function You can switch the beeper off whenever you want. The turntable on/off( ) button enables you to use large dishes which fill the whole oven by stopping the turntable from rotating (only manual cooking mode). 1. Press the Turntable Convection ( ) and Power Level ( ) buttons at the same time (about three seconds). Result: The oven does not beep to indicate the end of a function. ☛ 2.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 23 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM 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. Metal • • Care must therefore be taken when choosing the cookware. If the cookware is marked microwave-safe, you do not need to worry.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 24 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide GB MICROWAVES Food 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. 300g Mixed Vegetables (carrots/peas/ corn) 600W 7½-8½ 2-3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.) cold water.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 25 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide Cooking Guide for fresh vegetables REHEATING Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45 ml cold water (2-3 tbsp.) for every 250 g unless another water quantity is recommended – see table. Cook covered for the minimum time – see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during a standing time of 3 minutes.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 26 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide GB REHEATING BABY FOOD Reheating Liquids and Food 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. 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.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 27 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide DEFROSTING 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. 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. Put the frozen food on a dish without cover.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 28 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide GB GRILL Grill guide for frozen food The grill-heating element is located underneath the ceiling of the cavity. It operates while the door is closed and the turntable is rotating. The turntable’s rotation makes the food brown more evenly. Preheating the grill for 4 minutes will make the food brown more quickly. Preheat the grill with the grill function for 3 minutes, unless indicated differently.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 29 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide Grill Guide for fresh food Fresh Food Portion Power 1. Side 2. Side Instructions Time Time (min.) (min.) Baked Apples 4 apples (ca.800g) 300W+ Grill 13-15 - Chicken Pieces 500 g (2pc) 800 g (4pc) 300W+ Grill 10-11 9-10 Lamb Chops (medium) 500 g (4-5pc) Grill only 12-14 Pork Steaks 650 g (4pc) MW + Grill 300W+ Grill only Grill 13-14 9-10 Brush the pork steaks with oil and spices. Lay them in a circle on the high rack.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 30 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide GB CONVECTION Convection Guide for fresh food like Pie/Quiche, Pizza and Meat Cooking with convection is the traditional and well known method of cooking food in a traditional oven with hot air. The heating element and the fan are situated on the back-wall, so that the hot air is circulating. Preheat the convection with the preheating function to the desired temperature.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 31 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide Convection Guide for fresh food like Bread Rolls, Bread and Cake Preheat the convection with the preheating function to the desired temperature, unless we recommend not to preheat the oven- see table. Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for convection cooking.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 32 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide GB Convection Guide for fresh food like Bread Rolls, Bread and Cake Convection guide for frozen food like Bread Rolls, Bread, Cake and Pastry Food Portion Power Fresh Pastries (yeast dough, filled) 250 g (5 pc) Preheat the convection with the preheating function until the desired temperature is reached, unless we recommend not to preheat the oven- see table. Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for baking.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 33 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Cooking Guide Convection guide for frozen Pizza, Pasta, Chips and Nuggets SPECIAL HINTS Preheat the convection with the preheating function until the desired temperature is reached, unless we recommend not to preheat the oven- see table. Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for baking. MELTING BUTTER Put 50 g butter into a small deep glass dish. Cover with plastic lid. Heat for 30-40 seconds using 900 W, until butter is melted.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 34 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM GB Cleaning Your Microwave Oven Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven The following parts of your microwave oven should be cleaned regularly to prevent grease and food particles from building up: • Inside and outside surfaces • Door and door seals • Turntable and Roller rings A few simple precautions should be taken when storing or having your microwave oven serviced.
Ck135-GB.fm Page 35 Wednesday, July 11, 2001 4:34 PM Technical Specifications Note SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
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