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Code No. : DE68-03509S 

MICROWAVE OVEN

Owner’s Instructions and Cooking Guide

CE117ALF

“Quick” Look-up Guide .......................................................................... 2
Control Panel ......................................................................................... 2
Oven ...................................................................................................... 3
Accessories ........................................................................................... 3
Using this Instruction Booklet ................................................................ 4
Safety Precautions ................................................................................ 4
Installing Your Microwave Oven ............................................................ 5
Setting the Time .................................................................................... 6
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly .................................. 6
How a Microwave Oven Works ............................................................. 7
What to Do if You are in Doubt or You have a Problem........................ 7
Cooking/Reheating ................................................................................ 8
Power Levels and Time Variations ........................................................ 8
Stopping the Cooking ............................................................................ 9
Adjusting the Cooking Time................................................................... 9
Using the Auto Cook Feature .............................................................. 10
Using the Auto Reheat Feature ........................................................... 11
Using the Power Defrost Feature ........................................................ 12
Using the Indian Recipe Feature ......................................................... 13
Using the Manual Crusty Cook Function............................................. 16
Multistage Cooking .............................................................................. 18
Fast Preheating the Oven.................................................................... 18
Cooking by Convection........................................................................ 19
Grilling.................................................................................................. 19
Choosing the Accessories ................................................................... 20
Spit-Roasting ....................................................................................... 20
Using The Vertical Multi-Spit ............................................................... 21
Combining Microwaves and the Grill ................................................... 21
Combining Microwaves and Convection ............................................. 22
Using the Deodorize Feature............................................................... 22
Safety-locking Your Microwave Oven ................................................. 22
Switching the Beeper Off..................................................................... 23
Using the Memory Cook Feature ........................................................ 23
Manual Stop Turntable Function ......................................................... 23
Cookware Guide.................................................................................. 24
Cooking Guide ..................................................................................... 25
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven .......................................................... 33
Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven ..................................... 34
Technical Specifications ...................................................................... 34

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Summary of Contents for CE117ALF

Page 1: ...to Reheat Feature 11 Using the Power Defrost Feature 12 Using the Indian Recipe Feature 13 Using the Manual Crusty Cook Function 16 Multistage Cooking 18 Fast Preheating the Oven 18 Cooking by Convection 19 Grilling 19 Choosing the Accessories 20 Spit Roasting 20 Using The Vertical Multi Spit 21 Combining Microwaves and the Grill 21 Combining Microwaves and Convection 22 Using the Deodorize Featur...

Page 2: ...ower Defrost button 2 Select the food category by pressing the Power Defrost button until the desired food category is selected 3 Select the weight by turning the dial knob as required 4 Press Start button Result Defrosting starts When cooking has finished the oven will beep and flash 0 four times The oven will then beep one time per minute 1 DISPLAY 2 MEMORY BUTTON 3 AUTO COOK FEATURE BUTTON 4 MI...

Page 3: ...y removed for cleaning 4 Metal racks High rack Low rack to be placed on the turntable Purpose The metal racks can be used to cook two dishes at the same time A small dish may be placed on the turntable and a second dish on the rack The metal racks can be used in grill convection and combination cooking 5 Crusty plate to be placed on the turntable Purpose The Crusty plate is used to brown food bett...

Page 4: ...emove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags Reason Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven When heating food in plastic or paper containers keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or clothes Small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating time If normal times are allowed they may overheat and burn I...

Page 5: ...for anyone other than a comperent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy WARNING Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode WARNING Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so t...

Page 6: ...sition in the oven If a power level other than the maximum 100 900 W is used the water takes longer to boil Open the oven door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door Place a glass of water on the turntable Close the door 1 To display the time in Then press the Clock the button 12 hour notation Once 24 hour notation Twice 2 Turn the dial knob to set the hour 3 Press the Clock button 4 ...

Page 7: ...he 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 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 Solution Install the oven away from televisions radios and aerials If interf...

Page 8: ...he following indications are displayed microwave mode 2 Select the appropriate power level by pressing the Microwave button again until the corresponding output power is displayed Refer to the power level table below for further details 3 Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob Result The cooking time is displayed 4 Press the Start button Result The oven light comes on and the turntable star...

Page 9: ...or Increase the remaining cooking time To stop the cooking Then Temporarily Open the door Result Cooking stops To resume cooking close the door again and press the Start button Completely Press the Stop button Result Cooking stops If you wish to cancel the cooking settings press the Stop button again To increase the cooking time of your food press the Start button once for each 30 seconds that you...

Page 10: ...450 g 500 550 g 600 650 g 700 750 g 3 min Weigh the vegetables after washing cleaning and cutting into similar size Put them into a glass bowl with lid Add 30 ml 2 tablespoons water when cooking for 200 250 g add 45 ml 3 tablespoons for 300 450 g and add 60 75 ml 4 5 tablespoons for 500 750 g Stir after cooking When cooking higher quantities stir once during cooking 2 Peeled Potatoes 300 350 g 400...

Page 11: ... Food Serving Size Standing Time Recommendations 1 Ready Meal chilled 300 350 g 400 450 g 500 550 g 3min Put on a ceramic plate and cover 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 2 Soup Sauce chilled 200 250 ml 300 350 ml 400 450 ml 500 550 ml 600 650 ml 700 750 ml 2 3min Pou...

Page 12: ...finished the oven will beep and flash 0 four times The oven will then beep one time per minute Code Food Serving Size Standing Time Recommendations 1 Meat 200 2000g 20 90 min Shield the edges with aluminium foil Turn the meat over when the oven beeps This programme is suitable for lamb pork steaks chops minced meat 2 Poultry 200 2000g 20 90 min Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium foil Turn...

Page 13: ...innamon inch Cumin seed tsp Bay leaf 1 Add rice water all veg salt and whole spices in a microwave safe bowl with lid or cover with cling film 100 g 4 5 min Rice cup washed and soaked in 1 cup water for hr Veg cup carrot beans peas cauliflower cut into 2cm pieces Oil 1 tsp Salt tsp Clove 2 Cinnamon inch Cumin seed tsp Bay leaf 1 150 g 4 5 min Rice 1cup washed and soaked in 2cup water for hr Veg cu...

Page 14: ...sp Kastoori methi 2 tsp Oil 1 tsp optional Tomato puree 4 tbsp Code Food Serving Size Standing Time Ingredients Recommendations 3 Kadhai Paneer 300 350 g 3 4 min Paneer cottage cheese 325gm Capsicum 1 medium cut into long thin slices Tomato 1 medium chopped Garlic paste 1 tsp Ginger 1 inch shredded Salt 1 tsp Sugar 2 tsp Red chili dry whole 2 3 Red chili powder 1tsp Garam masala tsp Dhaniya powder...

Page 15: ...p Cocoa powder 1 2 tsp Milk 1 8 cup to make batter pouring Vanilla essence few drops Shift the flour with baking powder cocoa powder for 2 to 3 times keep aside Beat eggs separately till fluffy Beat together softened butter caster sugar till it becomes light and creamy Add flour mixture gradually mix Add milk and essence Make the batter of pouring consistency Line a microwave safe bowl with butter...

Page 16: ...ot 2 Brush the plate with oil if you are cooking food such as bacon and eggs in order to brown the food nicely Please note that the crusty plate has a teflon layer which is not scratch resistant Do not use any sharp objects like a knife to cut on the crusty plate Use plastic accessories to avoid scratches on the surface of the crusty plate or remove the food from the plate before cutting 3 Place t...

Page 17: ... grated cheese evenly Set plate on high rack Grilled Vegetables 250 g 3 4 450W Grill 7 8 Preheat crusty plate and brush with 1 tbsp oil Put fresh sliced vegetables on plate e g pieces of pepper onions courgette slices and mushrooms Set crusty plate on high rack FrozenMini Spring Rolls with topping 250 g 2 3 1st stage 300W 250 C 2nd stage Grill only 1st stage 5 6 2nd stage 4 5 Preheat crusty plate ...

Page 18: ...reset temperature is kept for 10 minutes If you would like to know the current temperature of oven cavity press Fast Preheat button 1 Press the Power Defrost button 2 Select the type of food that you are cooking by pressing the Power Defrost button 3 Set the weight by turning the dial knob the appropriate number of times 1800 g in the example 4 Press the Microwave button 5 Set the microwave power ...

Page 19: ...loves when touching the recipients in the oven as they will be very hot You can get better cooking and grilling results if you use the high rack 1 Press the Convection button Result The following indications are displayed convection mode 250 C temperature 2 Press the Convection button once or more times to set the temperature Temperature 250 220 200 180 160 140 100 40 C 3 Set the cooking time by t...

Page 20: ...nvection use only recipients that are microwave safe and oven proof Metallic cookware or utensils may damage your oven 1 Push the roasting spit through the centre of the meat Example Push the spit between the backbone and breast of a chicken Place the spit on its upright on the glass bowl the glass bowl and the glass bowl onto the turntable To help brown the meat brush it with and spices oil 2 Pre...

Page 21: ... Therefore clean it with warm water and washing up liquid by hand Remove the vertical multi spit from the oven after use Combining Microwaves and the Grill You can also combine microwave cooking with the grill to cook quickly and brown at the same time ALWAYS use microwave safe and oven proof cookware Glass or ceramic dishes are ideal as they allow the microwaves to penetrate the food evenly ALWAY...

Page 22: ...tted 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 The oven can be locked at any time 1 Press the Microwave Convection button Result The following indications are displayed microwave convection combi mode 600W output power Switches to the following temperature mode in 2 seconds 250 C temperatur...

Page 23: ...to the unit Do not press the Turntable on off button during the cooking process Cancel the cooking phase before pressing the turntable On Off button 1 Press the Start and Clock buttons at the same time about one second Result The oven does not beep to indicate the end of a function 2 To switch the beeper back on press the Start and Clock buttons again at the same time about one second Result The o...

Page 24: ...ene cups containers Paper bags or newspaper Recycled paper or metal trims Can be used to warm food Overheating may cause the polystyrene to melt May catch fire May cause arcing Glassware Oven to table ware Fine glassware Glass jars 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 Must remove the lid Suitable fo...

Page 25: ...e for example see the chapter with tips techniques and hints 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 Standing times After cooking is over food the standing time is important to allo...

Page 26: ...Add 750 ml cold water Brown Rice parboiled 250g 375g 900W 20 21 22 23 5 Add 500 ml cold water Add 750 ml cold water Mixed Rice rice wild rice 250g 900W 16 17 5 Add 500 ml cold water Mixed Corn rice grain 250g 900W 17 18 5 Add 400 ml cold water Pasta 250g 900W 10 11 5 Add 1000 ml hot water Food Portion Time min Standing Time min Instructions Broccoli 250g 500g 4 5 7 8 3 Prepare even sized florets A...

Page 27: ...es 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 heati...

Page 28: ...Time min Instructions Drinks coffee tea and water 150ml 1 cup 300ml 2 cups 450ml 3 cups 600ml 4 cups 900W 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 1 2 Pour into cups and reheat uncovered 1 cup in the centre 2 cups opposite of each other 3 cups in a circle Keep in microwave oven during standing time and stir well Soup chilled 250 g 350 g 450 g 550 g 900W 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 2 3 Pour into a deep ceramic plate or deep ceramic bo...

Page 29: ...ing and defrosting food For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about 18 to 20 C use the following table as a guide All frozen food should be defrosted using defrosting power level 180 W Food Portion Time min Standing Time min Instructions Meat Minced Pork steaks 250g 500g 250g 6 7 10 12 7 8 15 30 Place the meat on a flat ceramic plate Shield thinner edges with aluminium foil Turn over...

Page 30: ...eces turning them over half way through cooking Please refer to the grill table for further details IMPORTANT REMARK Whenever the combination mode microwave grill is used the food should be placed on the high rack unless another instruction is recommended Please refer to the instructions in the following chart The food must be turned over if it is to be browned on both sides Grill Guide for fresh ...

Page 31: ...ditional and well known method of cooking food in an oven with hot air circulated by a fan on the back wall Cookware for cooking with microwaves convection Should be able to let the microwaves pass through Should be ovenproof like glass pottery or china without metal trims similar to the cookware described under MW Grill Food suitable for microwave convection cooking All kinds of meats and poultry...

Page 32: ...irst breast side down second side breast side up on the low rack Stand for 5 minutes BREAD Fresh Bread Rolls fresh dough 4 pcs 200 g Only 200 C 13 15 Put bread rolls in a circle on the low rack Use oven gloves while taking out Stand 2 3 minutes Garlic Bread chilled pre baked 200 g 1pc 180W 220 C 10 12 Put the chilled baguette on baking paper on the low rack After baking stand for 2 3 minutes CAKE ...

Page 33: ...al 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 3 to 4 minutes using 600 W Let it stand for 2 3 minutes in the oven Use oven gloves while taking out Cleaning Your Microwave Oven The following parts of your microwave oven should be cleaned regularly to prevent grease and food particles from ...

Page 34: ...ntre If you wish to store your oven away temporarily choose a dry dust free place Reason Dust and damp may adversely affect the working parts in the oven Technical Specifications SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times Both the design specifications and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice Power source 230 V 50 Hz AC Power consumption Maximum power Microwa...

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