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Summary of Contents for Samsung SHM8187WG
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Page 1: Microwave Oven
SMH8187 Microwave Oven user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product. To receive a more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register... -
Page 2: Sensor Cook
Professional Design Samsung New OTR with Stainless Steel, it has professional look and the design matches great with other kitchen appliances, so that it provides harmonious kitchen interior and finally completes total kitchen solution. Turbo vent With 400CFM ventilation power, New OTR can keep the comfortable cooking condition by absorbing smoke and odor from cook-top. -
Page 3: Safety Information
safety information PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY A. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. B. -
Page 4: What You Need To Know About Safety Instructions
Congratulations on your new Samsung microwave oven. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your microwave oven’s many benefits and features. -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it. c. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. d. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. -
Page 6: Grounding Instructions
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally. If you use an extension cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower may vary when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be longer, too. - Page 7 SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION WARNING 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 material and examine the oven for any damages such as dents on the interior or exterior of the oven, broken door latches, cracks in the door, or a door that is not lined up correctly.
- Page 8 - 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 CAUTION This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible to the power plug.
- Page 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.
- Page 10 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, problems with the product, or injury.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Turning on the power Using the my choice feature Setting the clock Setting the child protection lock Using the your new microwave oven Using the help button Using the pause/cancel button Using the kitchen timer Using the one minute+ button... - Page 12 Cooking instruCtions mAintenAnCe 12_ Contents Cooking utensils Testing utensils General microwave tips Cooking techniques Auto sensor cook Utensils & cover for sensor cooking Sensor Cooking Guide Sensor Reheat Guide Power/Auto Defrosting Guide Cooking Guide Recipes Troubleshooting Care and Cleaning Light bulb replacement The vent fan Specifications wArrAnty...
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Page 13: Your New Microwave Oven
ChECkING PARTS 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. microwave oven glass tray grease Filters (2ea) manuals (user &... -
Page 14: Warranty And Service Information
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 Canada, Inc., at 1-800-sAmsung (7267864). When contacting Samsung, please provide the specific model and serial number information which is usually located on the back or bottom of the product. - Page 15 15_ Your new microwave oven...
- Page 16 Your new microwave oven _16...
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Page 17: Beginning
FOR PERSONAL OPTIONS. 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:... -
Page 18: Setting The Clock
: CHILD LOCK ON 2. The display returns to the time of day. • At this point, the microwave oven cannot be used until it is unlocked. To unlock it, repeat steps 1-2 above. 18_ Beginning DAYLIGHT SELECT AM/PM... -
Page 19: Quick Guide
USING ThE yOUR NEW mICROWAVE OVEN One minute cooking 1. Press the one minute + button once for each minute of cooking. 2. The time will display and the oven will start. • See page 20 for more informations Sensor Cook 1. -
Page 20: Operating The Oven
operating the oven USING ThE hELP BUTTON Your microwave offers helpful instructions for many procedures. When you need feature information and helpful hints, press the heLp button and then press the button that you want to get information on. Help information is available in 3 languages (English, French and Spanish). -
Page 21: Using The Sensor Cook Buttons
4. Press the stArt button to resume defrosting. Even if you do not turn the food over when See “Power/auto defrosting guide” on page 33 for more informations. POTATO and your microwave oven will begin cooking and the oven will start REHEAT more/Less buttons. -
Page 22: Using The Handy Helper Button
USING ThE hANDy hELPER BUTTON 1. Press the hAnDy heLper button corresponding to the food you are cooking. The display shows: MELT CHOCOLATE 1CUP • Press the hAnDy heLper button repeatedly to select the item you want.(Refer to the handy helper chart) 2. -
Page 23: Using The Kids Meals Button
USING ThE kIDS mEALS BUTTON 1. Press the kiDs meALs button corresponding to the food you are cooking. The display shows: CHICKEN NUGGETS kiDs meALs button repeatedly to select the item you want. (Refer to the kids meals • Press the chart.) 2. -
Page 24: Using The Snack Bar Button
USING ThE SNACk BAR BUTTON 1. Press the snACk BAr button corresponding to the food you are cooking. The display shows: NACHOS 1 SERVING • Press the snACk BAr button repeatedly to select the item you want. (Refer to the snack bar chart) 2. - Page 25 SETTING COOkING TImES & POWER LEVELS 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).
- Page 26 SETTING AND USING ThE CUSTOm COOk BUTTON The Custom button memorizes the time and power setting for a particular food. Programming the Custom Cook button 1. Press the Custom Cook button. Press the button twice to delete the previous Custom setting.
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Page 27: Using The Metal Shelf
USING ThE mETAL ShELF How to use the metal shelf when microwaving • 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. •... -
Page 28: Cooking Instructions
cooking instructions COOkING UTENSILS Recommended use • Ceramic and glass - microwavable plastic wrap - • and avoid placing it directly on the food. • wax paper - Use as a cover to prevent spattering. paper towels and napkins - •... -
Page 29: Testing Utensils
Some ingredients heat faster than others. For example a jelly doughnut will be hotter than the dough. Keep this in mind to avoid burns. • Home canning in the microwave oven is not recommended because all harmful bacteria may not be destroyed by the microwave heating process. •... -
Page 30: Cooking Techniques
COOkING TEChNIqUES 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. The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food. Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy. -
Page 31: Auto Sensor Cook
AUTO SENSOR COOk 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. -
Page 32: Sensor Cooking Guide
SENSOR COOkING GUIDE Follow the instructions below when sensor cooking different types of food. FooD Amount 3.0 - 3.5 oz popcorn 1 package potatoes 1 to 6 potatoes. Beverage 8 oz. Frozen dinner 8 to 14 oz. pizza reheat 1 to 3 slices Frozen 1 to 4 servings vegetables... -
Page 33: Sensor Reheat Guide
SENSOR REhEAT GUIDE Follow the instructions below when sensor reheating different types of food. FooD Amount 1 serving plate of food (1 plate). Casserole 1 to 4 servings. pasta reheat POWER/AUTO DEFROSTING GUIDE Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food. FooD Amount roast beef,... -
Page 34: Cooking Guide
COOkING GUIDE 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. •... -
Page 35: Guide For Cooking Poultry In Your Microwave
Guide for cooking poultry in your microwave • Place poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. • Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering. • Use aluminum foil to shield bone tips, thin meat areas, or areas that start to overcook. •... -
Page 36: Guide For Cooking Eggs In Your Microwave
Guide for cooking eggs in your microwave • Never cook eggs in the shell, and never warm hard-cooked eggs in the shell; they can explode. • Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting. • Cook eggs just until set; they become tough if overcooked. Guide for cooking vegetables in your microwave •... -
Page 37: Recipes
RECIPES Beef and barley stew • 1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces • ½ cup chopped onion • 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour • 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce • 1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) beef broth • 2 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch slices (about 1 cup) •... -
Page 38: Warm Potato Salad
Warm potato salad • 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces • 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces • ¼ cup chopped onion • 2 tsp. sugar • 1 tsp. salt • 1 tsp. flour • ½... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
maintenance TROUBLEShOOTING Before you call a repair person for your oven, check this list of possible problems and solutions. proBLem neither the oven’s display nor the oven operate. the oven’s display works, but the power won’t come on. the power goes off before the set time has elapsed. -
Page 40: Care And Cleaning
You may wish to leave a cup of water in the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on. 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. Case... -
Page 41: Light Bulb Replacement
LIGhT BULB REPLACEmENT Cooktop light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb. To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug. 1. Remove the screw at the front of the light cover and lower the cover. 2. -
Page 42: The Vent Fan
ThE VENT FAN • The exhaust fan has 2 metal reusable grease filter. • A charcoal filter can be used for removing smoke and odors in case the fan is not vented outside. Grease filters The metal filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop. They also prevent flames from foods on the cooktop from damaging the inside of the microwave. -
Page 43: Charcoal Filter
Charcoal filter The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. If the oven is installed on the wall(or cabinet) and not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors. The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6 to 12 months, depending on hood usage). -
Page 44: Specifications
Outside Dimensions Shipping Dimensions Net/Gross Weight iF you hAve A proBLem you CAnnot soLve, pLeAse CALL our serviCe Line: 44_ Maintenance smh8187Bg / shm8187wg 1.8 cuft 10 power levels, including defrost 99 minutes, 99 seconds 120 VAC, 60 Hz 1500 Watts 1000 Watts ”(W) X 9... - Page 45 SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG’s authorized service center. SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG.
- Page 48 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Country CALL or visit us onLine At IN CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com/ca DE68-00356Y-01...