Samsung CE2914T 20030530104909421 CE2974gb

User Manual: Samsung CE2914T Samsung CE2914T user manual - Introduction (ver.1.0) - COMMON (FRANCE, UNITED KINGDOM, MAURITIUS)

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MICROWAVE OVEN

CE2974 / CE2974T

CE2914 / CE2914T

Owner’s Instructions

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Quick Look-up Guide (CE2974/2974T)

If you want to cook some food

1 Place the food in the oven.

Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

1 Place the frozen food in the oven.

Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

2 Select the power level by pressing the button once or more

times.

3 Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob as required.

4 Press the button.

Result: Cooking starts.

The oven beeps four times when cooking is over.

If you want to defrost some food

2 Select the type of food by press the Auto ( ) button once or

more times.

3 Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob as required.

4 Press the button.

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If you want to add an extra minute

1 Leave the food in the oven.

Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

Press +30s once or more times for each extra 30 seconds that

you wish to add.

If you want to grill some food

➢

Check that the heating element is in the horizontal position.

2 Press the button.

3 Select the cooking time by turning the dial knob.

4 Press the button.

Quick Look-up Guide (CE2974/2974T)

1 Place the food in the oven.

Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

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Quick Look-up Guide (CE2914/2914T)

If you want to cook some food

1 Place the food in the oven.

Select the power level by rotating the COOKING POWER

CONTROL knob.

2 Select the cooking time by rotating the TIMER knob.

If you want to defrost some food

1 Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to defrost( )

symbol.

2 Turn the TIMER knob to select the appropriate time.

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If you want to adjust the cooking time

1 Leave the food in the oven.

Turn the TIMER knob to desired time.

Quick Look-up Guide (CE2914/2914T)

If you want to grill some food (See page 29).

1 Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to Grill( )

symbol.

2 Turn the TIMER knob to select the appropriate time.

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Contents

Quick Look-up Guide ................................................................................2

Oven ........................................................................................................7

Control Panel ............................................................................................8

Accessories ..............................................................................................10

Using this Instruction Booklet ..................................................................11

Safety Precautions....................................................................................12

Installing Your Microwave Oven................................................................14

Setting the Time(CE2974/2974T) ............................................................14

How a Microwave Oven Works ................................................................15

Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly......................................16

What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem..................................17

Cooking/Reheating....................................................................................18

Power Levels ............................................................................................19

Stopping the Cooking................................................................................20

Adjusting the Cooking Time ......................................................................20

Using the Auto Reheat/Cook Feature (CE2974/CE2974T) ......................21

Auto Reheat/Cook Settings (CE2974/CE2974T) ......................................22

Using the Instant Reheat/Cook Feature (CE2914/CE2914T) ..................23

Instant Reheat/Cook Settings (CE2914/CE2914T) ..................................23

Using the Auto Defrost Feature (CE2974/CE2974T)................................24

Auto Defrost Settings (CE2974/2974T) ....................................................25

Manual Defrosting Food (CE2914/2914T)................................................25

Using the Dual Cook Feature (CE2974/2974T)........................................26

Using the Crusty Plate (CE2974T/2914T) ................................................27

Crusty Plate Settings (CE2974T/2914T) ..................................................28

Choosing the Heating Element Position ..................................................29

Choosing the Accessories ......................................................................29

Grilling ......................................................................................................30

Combining Microwaves and the Grill ......................................................31

Switching the Beeper Off (CE2974/2974T) ..............................................33

Safety-locking Your Microwave Oven (CE2974/2974T)............................33

Remembering Function (CE2974/2974T) ................................................34

Manual Stop Turntable Function ..............................................................35

Cookware Guide ......................................................................................36

Cooking Guide ..........................................................................................37

Cleaning Your Microwave Oven................................................................48

Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven ..........................................49

Technical Specifications ............................................................................50

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Oven

SAFETY

INTERLOCK HOLES

TURNTABLE

DOOR LATCHES

VENTILATION HOLES

DOOR HANDLE

LIGHT

GRILL DISPLAY

ROLLER RING

DOOR COUPLER

CONTROL PANEL

SAFETY

INTERLOCK HOLES

TURNTABLE

DOOR LATCHES

VENTILATION HOLES

DOOR HANDLE

LIGHT

GRILL

TIMER KNOB

TURNTABLE

ON/OFF

ROLLER RING

COUPLER

DOOR

VARIABLE COOKING

POWER CONTROL

KNOB

Model : CE2974/2974T

Model : CE2914/2914T

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Control Panel (CE2974/2974T)

1. MANUAL COOK SELECTION

2. AUTO REHEAT SELECTION

3. AUTO COOK SELECTION

4. DUAL COOK SELECTION

5. AUTO DEFROST FEATURE SELECTION

6. POWER LEVEL SETTING

7. COMBI MODE SELECTION

8. GRILL MODE SELECTION

9. CLOCK SETTING

10. TURNTABLE ON/OFF

11. STOP/CANCEL BUTTON

12. START BUTTON/DIAL KNOB

(cook time, weight and serving dishes)

13. COOKING CONTROL KNOB

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Control Panel (CE2914/2914T)

1. DEFROST

2. INSTANT REHEAT

3. TURNTABLE ON/OFF

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Accessories

Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied

with several accessories that can be used in a variety of ways.

☛DO NOT operate the microwave oven without the roller ring

and turntable.

1Coupler, already placed over the motor shaft in the base of the oven.

Purpose: The coupler rotates the turntable.

2Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.

Purpose: The roller ring supports the turntable.

3Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the centre fitting on to

the coupler.

Purpose: The turntable serves as the main cooking surface; it can be

easily removed for cleaning.

4Metal rack, to be placed on the turntable.

Purpose: The metal rack can be used to cook two dishes at the same

time. One dish may be placed on the turntable and the other

dish on the rack. The metal rack can be used in grill and

combination cooking.

5Crusty plate(CE2974T/2914T only), see page 27.

Purpose: The crusty plate is used to brown food better in the

microwave or grill combination cooking modes.

It helps keep pasty and pizza dough crisp.

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Using this Instruction Booklet

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

Inside the cover you will find a quick look-up guide explaining four basic

cooking operations:

◆Cooking food

◆Defrosting food

◆Grilling food

◆Adding extra cooking time

At the front of the booklet you will find illustrations of the oven, and more

importantly the control panel, so that you can find the buttons more easily.

The step-by-step procedures use four different symbols.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful exposure to

microwave energy.

(a) Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to operate the oven with

the door open or to tamper with the safety interlocks (door latches) or to insert

anything into the safety interlock holes.

(b) Do not place any object between the oven door and front face or allow food or

cleaner residues to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Ensure that the door and

door sealing surfaces are kept clean by wiping after use first with a damp cloth

and then with a soft dry cloth.

microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.

It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no

damage to the:

(1) Door, door seals and sealing surfaces

(2) Door hinges (broken or loose)

(3) Power cable

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly

qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.

☛

➢

Important Note

✽

Caution Turn

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Safety Precautions

Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven, please check that the

following safety precautions are taken.

1. DO NOT use any metallic cookware in the microwave oven:

◆ Metallic containers

◆ Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings

◆ Skewers, forks, etc.

Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.

2. DO NOT heat:

◆ Airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers

Ex) Baby food jars

◆ Airtight food.

Ex) Eggs, nuts in shells, tomatoes

Reason: The increase in pressure may cause them to explode.

Tip: Remove lids and pierce skins, bags, etc.

3. DO NOT operate the microwave oven when it is empty.

Reason: The oven walls may be damaged.

Tip: Leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times.

The water will absorb the microwaves if you accidentally set the oven going when

it is empty.

4. DO NOT cover the rear ventilation slots with cloths or paper.

Reason: The cloths or paper may catch fire as hot air is evacuated from the oven.

5. ALWAYS use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven.

Reason: Some dishes absorb microwaves and heat is always transferred from the food to

the dish.The dishes are therefore hot.

6. DO NOT touch heating elements or interior oven walls.

Reason: These walls may be hot enough to burn even after cooking has finished, although

they do not appear to be so. Do not allow inflammable materials to come into

contact with any interior area of the oven. Let the oven cool down first.

7. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

◆ Do not store flammable materials in the oven

◆ Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags

◆ Do not use your microwave oven to dry newspapers

◆ If smoke is observed, keep the oven door closed and switch off or disconnect the oven

from the power supply

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Safety Precautions (continued)

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 so that the temperature can equalize.

◆Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating.

◆Take care when handling the container after heating. You may burn yourself, if the

container is too hot.

◆A risk of delayed eruptive boiling exists.

◆To prevent delayed boiling and possible scalding, you should put a plastic spoon or glass

stick into the beverages and stir before, during and after heating.

Reason: During the heating of liquids the boiling point can be delayed; this

means that eruptive boiling can start after the container is removed from the

oven. You may scald yourself.

◆In the event of scalding, follow these FIRST AID instructions:

•Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at least 10 minutes.

•Cover with a clean, dry dressing.

•Do not apply any creams, oils or lotions.

◆NEVER fill the container to the top and choose a container that is wider at the top than at

the bottom to prevent the liquid from boiling over. Bottles with narrow necks may also

explode if overheated.

◆ ALWAYS check the temperature of baby food or milk before giving it to the baby.

◆ NEVER heat a baby’s bottle with the teat on, as the bottle may explode if overheated.

9. Be careful not to damage the power cable.

◆Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power cable away from

heated surfaces.

◆Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug.

10. Stand at arm’s length from the oven when opening the door.

Reason: The hot air or steam released may cause scalding.

11. Keep the inside of the oven clean.

Reason: Food particles or spattered oils stuck to oven walls or floor can cause paint

damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven.

12. “Clicking” sound might be noticed while operating, especially when the oven is in defrosting

mode.

Reason: When the electrical power output is changing, you may hear that sound.

This is normal.

13. When the microwave oven is operating without any load, the power will be cut off automati-

cally for safety. You can operate the oven normally after letting it stand for over 30 minutes.

14. This microwave oven has to be connected to the plug endurable to proper power

consumption.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

During cooking, you should look into the oven from time to time when food is being heated or

cooked in disposable containers of plastic, paper or other combustible materials.

IMPORTANT

Young children should NEVER be allowed to use or play with the microwave oven. Nor should

they be left unattended near the microwave oven when it is in use. Items of interest to children

should not be stored or hidden just above the oven.

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Installing Your Microwave Oven

Place the oven on a flat, level surface strong enough to safely bear the weight

of the oven.

✽Never block the air vents as the oven may overheat and automatically switch itself off. It will

remain inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently.

✽For your personal safety, plug the cable into a 3-pin, 230 Volt, 50Hz, AC earthed socket. If

the power cable of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cable

(I-SHENG SP022, KDK KKP4819D, EUROELECTRIC 3410, SAMIL SP-106B, MOONSUNG

EP-48E). Contact your local dealer to have it replaced. The power cable of ISRAEL is

PENCON(ZD16A), S/AFRICA APEX LEADS SA16 and NIGERIA, GHANA, KENYA and

U.A.E is PENCON(UD13A1).

✽Do not install the microwave oven in hot or damp surroundings like next to a traditional oven

or radiator. The power supply specifications of the oven must be respected and any

extension cable used must be of the same standard as the power cable supplied with the

oven. Wipe the interior and the door seal with a damp cloth before using your microwave

oven for the first time.

1When you install your oven, make sure there is adequate ventilation for

your oven by leaving at least 10 cm (4 inches) of space behind, and on the

sides of the oven and 20 cm (8 inches) of space above the oven.

20 cm above 10 cm behind

10 cm

on the side

2Remove all packing materials inside the oven.

Install the roller ring and turntable.

Check that the turntable rotates freely.

Setting the Time (CE2974/2974T)

Your microwave oven has an inbuilt clock. The time can be displayed in either

the 24-hour or 12-hour notation. You must set the clock:

◆When you first install your microwave oven

◆After a power failure

➢Do not forget to reset the clock when you switch to and from summer and

winter time.

1To display the time in the... Then press the button...

24-hour notation Once

12-hour notation Twice

Press the Clock ( ) button

2Turn the dial knob to set hour

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How a Microwave Oven Work

Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released

enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the

colour.

You can use your microwave oven to:

◆Defrost

◆Auto Reheat/Cook

◆Cook

Cooking Principle

☛As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation, cooking

continues even when you have taken the food out of the oven.

Standing times specified in recipes and in this booklet must

therefore be respected to ensure:

◆Even cooking of the food right to the centre

◆The same temperature throughout the food

1The microwaves generated by the magnetron are distributed uniformly as the

food rotates on the turntable. The food is thus cooked evenly.

2The microwaves are absorbed by the food up to a depth of about

1 inch (2.5 cm). Cooking then continues as the heat is dissipated

within the food.

3Cooking times vary according to the recipient used and the properties of the

food:

◆Quantity and density

◆Water content

◆Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)

Setting the Time (CE2974/2974T)-continued

When the right time is displayed, press the button again to start the clock.

Result:

The time is diaplayed when ever you are not using the microwave oven.

4Turn the dial knob to set minute.

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Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly

The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is work-

ing correctly at all times.

Open the oven door by pulling on the handle on the right side of the door.

Place a glass of water on the turntable. Close the door.

Model : CE2974/2974T

Turn the cooking control knob to manual cook

Model : CE2914/2914T

➢The oven must be plugged into an appropriate wall socket. The turntable

must be in position in the oven. If a power level other than the maximum

is used, the water takes longer to boil.

1Press the button and set the time to 4-5 minutes by turning the dial knob

as required.

2Press button.

Result:

The oven heats the water for 4 to 5 minutes.

The water should then be boiling.

1Set the power level to maximum by turning COOKING POWER

CONTROL knob.

2Set the time 4 to 5 minutes by turning the TIMER knob.

Result:

The water should then be boiling.

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If you have any of the problems listed below, try the solutions given.

● This is normal.

• Condensation inside the oven and display

• Air flow around the door and outer casing

• Light reflection around the door and outer casing

• Steam escaping from around the door or vents

● The oven does not start when you press the button.(CE2974/2974T)

• Is the door completely closed?

● The oven does not start when you turn the TIMER knob.(CE2914/2914T)

• Is the door completely closed?

● The food is not cooked at all

• Have you set the timer correctly and/or pressed the button?

(CE2974/2974T)

• Have you set the timer correctly? (CE2914/2914T)

• Is the door closed?

• Have you overloaded the electric circuit and caused a fuse to blow or a breaker to

be triggered?

● The food is either overcooked or undercooked

• Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food?

• Was an appropriate power level chosen?

● Sparking and cracking occur inside the 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.To solve this problem, install the oven away from

televisions, radios and aerials.

• If interference is detected by the oven’s microprocessor, the display may be

reset.To solve this problem, disconnect the power plug and reconnect it. Reset

the time.(CE2974/2974T)

➢ If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem, contact your

local dealer or SAMSUNG after-sales service.

What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem

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Cooking / Reheating

The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food.

ALWAYS check your cooking settings before leaving the oven unattended.

First, place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door

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☛

Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty.

➢If you wish to heat a dish for a short period of time at maximum power(900W),

simply press the +30s

button once for each 30 seconds of cooking time. The oven starts

immediately.

Model : CE2914/2914T

☛

Never switch the microwave oven on when it is empty

➢You can change the power level during cooking by turning the COOKING

POWER CONTROL knob.

2Press the button.

Result: The 900W (maximum cooking power) indications are displayed:

Select the appropriate power level by pressing the button again until

the corresponding wattage is displayed. Refer to the power level table

on the next page.

3Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob as required.

1Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

4Press the button.

Result: The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating.

1) Cooking starts and when it has finished the oven beeps four times.

2) The end reminter signal will beep 3 times (once every minute).

3) The current time is displayed again.

1Set the power level to maximum by turning COOKING POWER

CONTROL knob.

(MAXIMUM POWER : 900 W)

2Set the time by turning TIMER knob.

Result: The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating.

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Power Levels

You can choose among the power levels below.

Power Level Output

CE2974/CE2974T CE2914/CE2914T

MWO GRILL MWO GRILL

HIGH 900 W 900 W

REHEAT - 700 W

MEDIUM HIGH 600 W 600 W

MEDIUM 450 W 450 W

MEDIUM LOW 300 W 300 W

DEFROST( ) 180 W 180 W

LOW 100 W 100 W

GRILL - 1300 W - 1300 W

COMBI III 600 W 1300 W 300 W( ) 1300 W

COMBI II 450 W 1300 W 450 W( ) 1300 W

COMBI I 300 W 1300 W 600 W( ) 1300 W

➢◆If you select higher power level, the cooking time must be decreased.

◆If you select lower power level, the cooking time must be increased.

If you want to add the cooking time more or less by turning

dial knob. (CE2974/2974T)

Time Increasing Time Time Increasing Time

up to 1 min 5 sec. unit 10 - 20 min 1 min unit

1 - 3 min 10 sec. unit 20 - 40 min 2 min unit

3 - 10 min 30 sec. unit 40 - 99 min 5 min unit

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Stopping the Cooking

You can stop cooking at any time to check the food.

Model : CE2974/2974T

☛

You can also cancel any setting before starting by simply pressing Cancel .

Model : CE2914/2914T

1To stop temporarily;

Open the door.

Result: Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the door and press again.

2To stop completely;

Press the button.

Result: The cooking stops.

If you wish to cancel the cooking settings, press the STOP button again.

1To stop temporarily;

Open the door.

Result: Cooking stops. To resume cooking, close the door.

2To stop completely:

Turn the TIMER knob to “0”.

Adjusting the Cooking Time

Model : CE2974/2974T

You can increase the cooking time by pressing the +30s button once for each

30 seconds to be added.

➢You can only adjust the time during cooking when the microwave,

Auto reheat/cook, Gill and Combi modes are selected.

Press the +30s button once for each 30 seconds to be added.

During the cooking to increase or decrease the cooking time of your food,

turn the dial knob right or left.

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Using the Auto Reheat/Cook Feature (CE2974/2974T)

The Auto Reheat/Cook feature has six pre-programmed cooking time, you do

not need to set either the cooking time or power level.

You can adjust the number of servings by turning the dial knob.

First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.

➢Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.

1. Turn the Cooking Control Knob to Drinks( ) symbol.

( Drink is the example)

2. Select the size of the serving by turning the dial knob.

(Refer to the table on the next page)

3. Press button.

Result: Cooking starts. When it has finished:

1) The oven beeps four times.

2) The end reminder singal will beep 3 times(once every minute).

3) The current time is displayed again.

Adjusting the Cooking Time (continued)

Model : CE2914/2914T

Adjust the remaining cooking time by rotating the TIMER knob

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Auto Reheat / Cook Settings(CE2974/2974T)

The following table presents the various Auto Reheat & Cook Programmes,

quantities, standing times and appropriate recommendations.

Code Symbol Serving Portion Standing Recommendations

Type Time

H - 1 Ready Meal 300-350 g 3 mins Put the meal on a ceramic plate and cover it

Chilled 400-450 g with microwave cling film. This programme is

500-550 g suitable for the meals consisting of 3

components (e.g. meat with sauce,

vegetables and side dishes like potatoes,

rice or pasta).

H - 2 Drinks 150 ml(1cup) 1-2 mins Pour the liquid into ceramic cups and reheat

Coffee, milk, 300 ml(2cups) uncovered. Place 1 cup in the centre, 2 cups

tea, water 450 ml(3cups) opposite of each other and 3 or 4 cups in a

600 ml(4cups) circle. Leave them to stand in the microwave

oven. Stir the drinks before and after standing

time and be careful while taking the cups out

(see safety instructions for liquids).

H - 3 Soup/Sauce 200 - 250 ml 1-2 mins Pour the soup/sauce into a deep ceramic

Chilled 300 - 350 ml soup plate or bowl and cover during heating

400 - 450 ml and standing time. Stir before and after

500 - 550 ml standing time.

600 - 650 ml

A - 1 Fresh 200 - 250 g 3 mins Weigh the vegetables after washing, cleaning

vegetables 300 - 350 g and cutting into a similar size. Put them into a

400 - 450 g glass bowl with lid. Add 45 ml (3 tablespoons)

500 - 550 g water when cooking 200-450 g, add 60 ml

600 - 650 g (4 tablespoons) for 500-650 g and add 75 ml

700 - 750 g (5 tablespoons) for 700-750 g. Stir after

cooking. (When cooking bigger quantities, stir

once during cooking.)

A - 2

Chicken 200-300 g(1 pc) 3 mins

Brush the chicken pieces with oil and spice

pieces 400-500 g(2 pcs)

them with pepper, salt and paprika. Put them

600-700 g(2-3 pcs)

on the high rack with the skin-side down.

800-900 g(3-4 pcs)

Turn over when the oven beeps.

A - 3

Roast Fish 200-300 g 3 mins

Brush skin of whole fish with oil and add

400-500 g

herbs and spices.

600-700 g

Put one fish diagonally on rack.

800-900 g

Put two fishes side by side(head to tail) on

rack.

Turn over, as soon as the beep sounds.

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Using the Instant Reheat/Cook Feature(CE2914/2914T)

Instant Reheat/Cook Setting (CE2914/2914T)

First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.

➢Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.

Here are a few tips and recommendations to be followed when cooking or

reheating food with the Instant Reheat and Cook Feature.

Symbol Serving Portion Cooking Standing Cooking

Type Time Time Power

Drinks 150 ml 1 min 10 sec 1-2 mins 900 W

Soup/Sauce 200-250 ml 2 min 30 sec 2 mins 900 W

Ready Meal 2x300-350 ml 7 min 40 sec 3 mins 600 W

Chilled

Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to Max Power.

Turn the TIMER knob to select Instant Reheat.

(drinks, soup/sauce or ready meal).

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Using the Auto Defrost Feature (CE2974/2974T)

The Auto Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry and fish.

The defrost time and power level are set automatically.

You simply select the programme and the weight.

➢Use only dishes that are microwave-safe.

First, place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.

➢You can also defrost food manually. To do so, select the microwave cooking/reheating

function with a power level of 180W. Refer to the section entitled “ Cooking/Reheating”

on page 18 for further details.

☛

To change selection of lbs, ml/g option from ml/g to lbs, press

Auto( )

button and

Stop/Cancel( ) button at the same time, then long sound beeps

and ml/g is change to lbs.

☛

This increases the weight by 1 oz increments, up to 4 lbs 8 oz(The

Auto( )

button

will increses the weight by 100 g if you are using metric measurement).

☛

1Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

2Press the Auto( ) button.

Press the Auto(

) button one or more times according to the type of

food to be defrosted. Refer to the table on the opposite page for further details.

3Select the food weight by turning the dial knob.

4Press button.

Result:

◆

Defrosting begins.

◆

The oven beeps halfway through defrosting to remind you to

turn the food over.

◆

Press again to finish defrosting

lbs oz

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Auto Defrost Settings (CE2974/2974T)

The following table presents the various Auto Defrost programmes, quantities,

standing times and appropriate recommendations.

Remove all kinds of package material before defrosting. Place meat, poultry

and fish on a turntable.

Code Food Portion Standing Recommendation

Time

1Meat 0.2 - 2 kg 20 - 60 mins Shield the edges with aluminium foil. Turn the

meat over when the oven beeps. This programme

is suitable for beef, lamb, pork, steaks, chops and

minced meat.

2 Poultry 0.2 - 2 kg 20 - 60 mins Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium foil.

Turn the poultry over when the oven beeps. This

programme is suitable for whole chicken and

chicken portions.

3 Fish 0.2 - 2 kg 20 - 50 mins Shield the tail of the whole fish with aluminium foil.

Turn the fish over when the oven beeps. This

programme is suitable for whole fishes and fish

fillets.

The Defrost feature enables you to defrost meat, poultry or fish.

First, place the frozen food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.

➢Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.

1Turn the COOKING POWER CONTROL knob to .

2Turn the TIMER knob to select the appropriate time.

Result:

Defrosting begins.

Manual Defrosting Food (CE2914/2914T)

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Using the Dual Cook Feature (CE2974/2974T)

Your Samsung microwave oven can cook two different foods at the same time

using the Dual Cook Feature.

☛

When using Dual Cook (heating 2 levels of food), always use the rack.

Always use the metal rack, which should be put on the turntable.

1Place two READY MEALS in the oven, one on the turntable and the

other on the metal rack, which is placed on the turntable.

3Select the food weight by turning the dial knob.

4Press the button.

Result: Cooking starts after about two seconds. When it has finished

The oven beeps four times.

2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every minute).

3) The current time is

displayed again.

Code Symbol Serving Portion Standing Recommendations

Type Time

d - 1 Ready meal 2 x 300 - 350 g 2 mins

Put each meal on a ceramic plate and cover it

(Chilled) 2 x 400 - 450 g

with microwave cling film. This programme is

suitable for the meals consisting of 3

components (e.g. meat with sauce, vegetables

and side dishes like potatoes, rice or pasta).

Place one plate on the turntable and the other

one the rack.

2Turn the Cooking Control knob to Dual Cook( ) symbol.

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Using the Crusty Plate (CE2974T/2914T)

Your Samsung microwave oven has a crusty plate as an additional accessory.

This crusty plate allows you to brown food not only on the top with the grill,

but also the bottom of the food turns crispy and brown due to the high tempera-

ture of the crusty plate. Several items which you can prepare on the crusty plate

can be found in the chart (see next page).

The crusty plate can also be used for bacon, eggs, sausages, etc.

➢How to clean the Cruty Plate

Clean the crusty plate with warm water and detergent and rinse off with clean water.

➢Do not use a scrubbing brush or a hard sponge otherwise the top layer will be damaged.

✽Please Note

The crusty plate is not dishwasher-safe.

1Place the crusty plate directly on the turntable and preheat it with highest

Microwave-Grill-Combination[600W+Grill( )] by following the times and

instructions in the chart..

☛

Always use oven gloves to take out the crusty plate, as it is becomming very

hot.

2Brush 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-resis

tant. 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

3Place the food on the crusty plate.

☛

- Do not place any objects on the crusty plate that are not heat-resistant;

e.g. plastic bowels.

- Never place the crusty plate in the oven without turntable.

4Place the crusty plate on the metal rack(or turntable) in the microwave.

5Select the appropriate cooking time and power.

Refer to the table on the next page.

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Food Portion Power Preheating Cooking Recommendations

Time Time

Bacon 4 slices (80g) 600W+Grill 3 min. 3 - 3

1/2

min. Preheat crusty plate. Put slices side by side on

8 Slices (160g) ( ) 4

1/2

- 5 min. crusty plate. Put crusty plate on the rack.

Grilled 200 g (2pc) 450W+Grill 3 min. 3 min. Preheat crusty plate. Cut tomatoes in halves.

Tomatoes 400 g (4pc) ( ) 4 min. Put some cheese on top. Arrange in a circle on

crusty plate. Put crusty plate on the rack.

Burger 2 pieces (125g) 600W+Grill 3 min 6 - 6

1/2

min. Preheat crusty plate. Put frozen burger in a

(frozen) 4 pieces (250g) ( ) 8 - 8

1/2

min. circle on crusty plate. Put crusty plate on the

rack. Turn over after 4-5 min.

Baguettes 100-150 g (1pc) 450W+Grill 5 min 5 - 6 min. Preheat crusty plate. Put one baguette beside

(frozen) 200-250 g (2pc) ( ) 6 - 7 min. the centre, 2 baguettes side by side on the

plate. Put crusty plate on rack.

Pizza 300 - 350 g 600W+Grill 5 min 7 - 8 min. Preheat crusty plate. Put the frozen pizza on

(frozen) 400 - 450 g ( ) 9 - 10 min. the crusty plate. Put crusty plate on the rack.

Mini Pizza 100 - 150 g 600W+Grill 5 min 3 - 3

1/2

min. Preheat crusty plate. Put the chilled pizza

(chilled) 200 - 250 g ( ) 4 - 4

1/2

min. pieces in a circle on the plate. Set crusty

plate on the rack.

Oven 200 g 450W+Grill 4 min 9 min. Preheat crusty plate. Distribute oven chips on

Chips 300 g ( ) 12 min. crusty plate. Put the plate on the rack. Turn

(frozen) 400 g 15 min. over after half of cooking time.

Baked 250 g 600W+Grill 4 min. 4

1/2

- 5 min. Preheat crusty plate. Cut potatoes in halves.

Potatoes 500 g ( ) 7 - 7

1/2

min. Put them on the crusty plate with the cut side

to the bottom. Arrange in a circle. Put the plate

on the rack.

Fish 150 g (5 pc) 600W+Grill 4 min. 6 - 6

1/2

min. Preheat crusty plate. Brush plate with 1 tbsp.

Fingers 300 g (10 pc) ( ) 8

1/2

- 9 min. oil. Put fish fingers in a circle on the plate. Turn

(frozen) over after 31/2 min (5 pc) or after 5 min (10 pc).

Chicken 125 g 600W+Grill 4 min. 4

1/2

- 5 min. Preheat crusty plate. Brush plate with 1 tbsp.

Nuggets 250 g ( ) 6

1/2

- 7 min. oil. Put chicken nuggets on the plate. Put

(frozen) crusty plate on the rack. Turn over after 3 min

(125g) or 5 min (250g).

Crusty Plate Setting (CE2974T/2914T)

We recommend to preheat the crusty plate directly on the turn-table.

Preheat the crusty plate with the 600W+Grill( ) function and follow the times and

instructions in the table.

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Choosing the Heating Element Position

The heating element is used when grilling. It can be placed in one of two

positions:

◆Horizontal position for grilling or combined microwave

+ grill cooking

☛Only change the position of the heating element when it is cold and do

not apply excessive force when placing it in the vertical position.

To set the heating element to the... Then...

Horizontal position ◆Pull the heating element towards you

(grill or combined microwave + grill) ◆Push it upwards until it is parallel with the

roof of the oven

When cleaning the upper part inside the cavity, it will be convenient to turn

heater downward by 45° and clean it.

45°

Choosing the Accessories

Use microwave-safe recipients; do not use plastic containers, dishes, paper

cups, towels, etc.

➢For further details on suitable cookware and utensils, refer to the Cookware Guide on

page 36.

If you wish to select the combined cooking mode (grill and microwave), use

only dishes that are microwave-safe and oven-proof. Metallic cookware or

utensils may damage your oven.

45°

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Grilling

The grill enables you to heat and brown food quickly, without

using microwaves. To this aim, a grill rack(metal rack) is supplied with your

microwave oven.

➢Do not worry if the heater turns off and on while grilling.

This system is designed to prevent overheating of the oven.

☛Always use oven gloves when touching the dishes in the oven, as they will be very hot.

☛Check that the heating element is in the horizontal position.

2Preheat the grill to the required temperature, by the pressing the

button and set the preheat time by turning the dial knob.

5Press the button.

Result: The follwing indications are displayed :

3Press the button

4Open the door and place the food on the rack.

1Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

1Preheat the grill to the required temperature, by the turning the cooking

power control knob to grill symbol( ) and turning the timer knob to the

appropriate.

2Open the door and place the food on the rack.

3Select the appropriate cooking time.

6Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob.

The maximum grilling time is 60 minute.

7Press the button.

Result: Grill cooking starts. When it has finished.

1) The oven beeps four times.

2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every minute).

3) The current time is displayed again.

Model : CE2974/2974T

Model : CE2914/2914T

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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.

◆ALWAYS use oven gloves when touching the recipients in the

oven, as they will be very hot.

➢

The maximum microwave power for the combined microwave and grill mode is 600W.

1Make sure that the heating element is in the horizontal position; refer to

page 29 for further details.

2Open the oven door. Place the food on the rack and the rack on the

turntable. Close the door.

3Turn the Cooking Control knob to Manual Cook( ) symbol.

5Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob as required.

The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes.

6Press the button.

Result: Combination cooking starts. When it has finished.

1) The oven beeps four times.

2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times (once every minute).

3) The current time is displayed again.

4Press the Combi ( ) button.

➢ Select the appropriate power level by pressing the

Combi ( ) button again until the corresponding power

level is displayed (600W, 450 W, 300 W).

☛You cannot set the temperature of the grill.

Model : CE2974/2974T

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Combining Microwaves and the Grill (continued)

➢

The maximum microwave power for the combined microwave and grill mode is 600W.

1Make sure that the heating element is in the horizontal position; refer to

page 29 for further details.

2Open the oven door.

Place the food on the rack and the rack on the turntable. Close the door.

3Turn the Cooking Power Control knob to the appropriate power Level

(,,).

4Turn the Timer knob to select the appropriate time.

(Example : 60 mins)

Result: Cooking starts.

Model : CE2914/2914T

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Switching the Beeper Off (CE2974/2974T)

1Press the and buttons at the same time.

Result:

◆

The following indication is displayed

◆

The oven does not beep each time when you press a button.

2To switch the beeper back on, press the and buttons again at the

same time.

Result:

◆

The following indication is displayed

◆

The oven operates with the beeper on again.

Safety-Locking Your Microwave Oven

(CE2974/2974T)

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.

The oven can be locked at any time.

1Press the and buttons at the same time.

Result:

◆

The following indication is displayed.

◆

The oven is locked (no funtions can be selected).

2To unlock the oven, press the and buttons again at the

same time.

Result:

◆

The oven can be used normally.

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Remembering Function (CE2974/2974T)

This oven remembers the last cooking power level for your convenience.

➢ 1) When cooking is over, the end reminder signal will beep 3 times.

(Chime bell per 1min).

And then, cooking mode will be “RESET” and the oven will forget the last

cooking mode.

2) If there’s no operation after the door is opened and closed once, the cooking

mode will be “RESET” after 30 seconds.

3) Press the Cancel( ) button and then cooking mode will be “RESET”.

1Set the add some cooking time by turning the dial knob.

2Press the button.

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Manual Stop Turntable Function

The turntable on/off( ) button enables you to use large dishes which fill the

whole oven by stopping the turntable from rotating.

☛The results will be less satisfactory in this case as the cooking is less

even. We recommend that you turn the dish by hand halfway through the

cooking process.

☛Warning! Never operate the oven without local when turntable button is off.

Result: This condition may cath fire and extre damage the oven.

➢ • Don’t press Turntable on/off( ) button during cooking process.

• The turntable doesn’t rotate when the lamp is “ON”

➢ • Don’t press Turntable on/off( ) button during cooking process.

1Press the Turntable on/off( ) button.

Result:

◆

The following indication is displayed.

◆

The turntable will not rotate.

2To switch the turntable rotating back on, press the Turntable on/off( )

button again.

Result:

◆

The turntable will rotate.

1Push the Turntable on/off( ) button.

Result:

If the turntable button can be pressed, it will rotate.

If the turntable button pop, it will not rotate.

Model : CE2974/2974T

Model : CE2914/2914T

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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.

Care must therefore be taken when choosing the cookware. If the cookware is

marked microwave-safe, you do not need to worry.

The following table lists various types of cookware and indicates whether and

how they should be used in a microwave oven.

Cookware

Aluminium foil

Browning plate

China and earthenware

Disposable polyester

cardboard dishes

Fast-food packaging

• Polystyrene cups

containers

• Paper bags or newspaper

• Recycled paper or metal trims

Glassware

• Oven-to-table ware

• Fine glassware

• Glass jars

Metal

• Dishes

• Freezer bag twist ties

Paper

• Plates, cups, napkins and

Kitchen paper

• Recycled paper

Plastic

• Containers

• Cling film

• Freezer bags

Wax or grease-proof paper

Comments

Can be used in small quantities to protect

areas against overcooking. Arcing can occur if

the foil is too close to the oven wall or if too

much foil is used.

Do not preheat for more than eight minutes.

Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and

bone china are usually suitable, unless deco-

rated with a metal trim.

Some frozen foods are packaged in these dish-

es.

Can be used to warm food. Overheating may

cause the polystyrene to melt.

May catch fire.

May cause arcing.

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 for warming only.

May cause arcing or fire.

For short cooking times and warming. Also to

absorb excess moisture.

May cause arcing.

Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic.

Some other plastics may warp or discolour at

high temperatures. Do not use Melamine plas-

tic.

Can be used to retain moisture. Should not

touch the food. Take care when removing the

film as hot steam will escape.

Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be

airtight. Prick with a fork, if necessary.

Can be used to retain moisture and prevent

spattering.

Microwave-Safe

✓✗

✓

✗

✓

✗

✓

✗

✓

✓✗

✓

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Cooking Guide

MICROWAVES

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 move-

ment of these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food.

COOKING

Cookware for microwave cooking:

Cookware must allow microwave energy to pass through it for maximum efficiency.

Microwaves are reflected by metal, such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper, but

they can penetrate through ceramic, glass, porcelain and plastic as well as paper and

wood. So food must never be cooked in metal containers.

Foods suitable for microwave cooking:

Many kinds of food are suitable for microwave cooking, including fresh or frozen veg-

etables, fruit, pasta, rice, grains, beans, fish, and meat. Sauces, custard, soups,

steamed puddings, preserves, and chutneys can also be cooked in a microwave

oven. Generally speaking, microwave cooking is ideal for any food that would normal-

ly be prepared on a hob. Melting butter or chocolate, 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 allow the temperature to

even out within the food.

Cooking Guide for frozen vegetables

Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Cook covered for the minimum time - see

table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer.

Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after

cooking. Cover during standing time.

Food Portion Power Time Standing Instructions

(min.) Time (min.)

Spinach 150 g 600 W 5-6 2-3 Add 15 ml (1 tablespoon)

cold water.

Broccoli 300 g 600 W 8-9 2-3 Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.)

cold water.

Peas 300 g 600 W 7-8 2-3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)

cold water.

Green Beans 300 g 600 W 71/2-81/22-3 Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.)

cold water.

Mixed Vegetables 300 g 600 W 7-8 2-3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)

(carrots/peas/corn) cold water.

Mixed Vegetables 300 g 600 W 7 1/2-8 1/22-3 Add 15 ml (1 tbsp.)

(Chinese style) cold water.

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Cooking Guide

Cooking Guide for fresh vegetables

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.

Hint: Cut the fresh vegetables into even sized pieces. The smaller they are cut, the

quicker they will cook.

All fresh vegetables should be cooked using full microwave power (900 W).

Food Portion Time Standing Instructions

(min.) Time (min.)

Broccoli 250 g 3 1/2-4 3 Prepare even sized florets. Arrange the stems

500 g 6-7 to the centre.

Brussels Sprouts 250 g 5-5 1/23 Add 60-75 ml (5-6 tbsp.) water.

Carrots 250 g 3 1/2-4 3 Cut carrots into even sized slices.

Cauliflower 250 g 4-4

1/23 Prepare even sized florets. Cut big florets

500 g 6 1/2-7 1/2into halves. Arrange stems to the centre.

Courgettes 250 g 3-3 1/23 Cut courgettes into slices. Add 30 ml (2 tbsp.)

water or a knob of butter.

Cook until just tender.

Egg Plants 250 g 2 1/2-3 3 Cut egg plants into small slices and sprinkle

with 1 tablespoon lemon juice.

Leeks 250 g 3-3 1/23 Cut leeks into thick slices.

Mushrooms 125 g 1-1 1/23 Prepare small whole or sliced mushrooms.

250 g 2-2 1/2Do not add any water. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

Spice with salt and pepper. Drain before serving.

Onions 250 g 4-4 1/23 Cut onions into slices or halves. Add only

15 ml (1 tbsp.) water.

Pepper 250 g 3 1/2-4 3 Cut pepper into small slices.

Potatoes 250 g 3-4 3 Weigh the peeled potatoes and cut them into

500 g 6-7 similar sized halves or quarters.

Turnip Cabbage 250 g 4 1/2-5 3 Cut turnip cabbage into small cubes.

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Cooking Guide

Cooking Guide for rice and pasta

Rice : Use a large glass pyrex bowl with lid - rice doubles in volume during cook

ing. Cook covered.

After the cooking time is over, stir before standing time and salt or add

herbs and butter.

Remark: the rice may not have absorbed all water after the cooking time is

finished.

Pasta : Use a large glass pyrex bowl. Add boiling water, a pinch of salt and stir well.

Cook uncovered.

Stir occasionally during and after cooking. Cover during standing time and

drain thoroughly afterwards.

Food Portion Power Time Standing Instructions

(min.) Time (min.)

White Rice 250 g 900 W 15-16 5 Add 500 ml cold water.

(parboiled) 375 g 171/2-181/2Add 750 ml cold water.

Brown Rice 250 g 900 W 20-21 5 Add 500 ml cold water.

(parboiled) 375 g 22-23 Add 750 ml cold water.

Mixed Rice

(rice + wild rice) 250 g 900 W 16-17 5 Add 500 ml cold water.

Mixed Corn

(rice + grain) 250 g 900 W 17-18 5 Add 400 ml cold water.

Pasta 250 g 900 W 10-11 5 Add 1000 ml hot water.

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Cooking Guide

REHEATING

Your microwave oven will reheat food in a fraction of the time that conventional ovens

hobs normally take.

Use the power levels and reheating times in the following chart as a guide. The times in

the chart consider liquids with a room temperature of about +18 to +20°C or a chilled

food with a temperature of about +5 to +7°C.

Arranging and covering

Avoid reheating large items such as joint of meat - they tend to overcook and dry out

before the centre is piping hot. Reheating small pieces will be more successful.

Power levels and stirring

Some foods can be reheated using 900 W power while others should be reheated using

600 W, 450 W or even 300 W.

Check the tables for guidance. In general, it is better to reheat food using a lower power

level, if the food is delicate, in large quantities, or if it is likely to heat up very quickly

(mince pies, for example).

Stir well or turn food over during reheating for best results. When possible, stir again

before serving.

Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods. To prevent eruptive boiling of

liquids and possible scalding , stir before, during and after heating. Keep them in the

microwave oven during standing time. We recommend putting a plastic spoon or glass

stick into the liquids. Avoid overheating (and therefore spoiling) the food.

It is preferable to underestimate cooking time and add extra heating time, if necessary.

Heating and standing times

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 heating liquids and baby food. See also the chapter with the

safety precautions.

REHEATING LIQUIDS

Always allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off

to allow the temperature to even out. Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir

after heating. To prevent eruptive boiling and possible scalding, you should put a spoon

or glass stick into the beverages and stir before, during and after heating.

REHEATING BABY 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. Shake

well before standing time and again before serving ! Always carefully

check the temperature of baby milk or food before giving it to the baby.

Recommended serving temperature: ca. 37°C.

REMARK:

Baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before serving to prevent burns.

Use the power levels and times in the next table as a guide lines for reheating.

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Reheating Liquids and Food

Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating.

Cooking Guide

Food Portion Power Time Standing Instructions

(min.) Time (min.)

Drinks 150 ml (1 cup) 900 W 1-11/21 - 2

Pour into cups and reheat uncovered:

(coffee, tea 300 ml (2 cups) 11/2 -2

1 cup in the centre, 2 cups opposite

and water) 450 ml (3 cups) 21/2

of each other, 3 cups in a circle. Keep

600 ml (4 cups) 3-31/2

in microwave oven during standing

time and stir well.

Soup 250 g 900 W 2-21/22 - 3

Pour into a deep ceramic plate or

(chilled) 350 g 21/2-3 deep ceramic bowl.

Cover with

450 g

31/2

plastic lid. Stir well after reheating.

550 g 31/2-4

Stir again before serving.

Stew 350 g 600 W 41/2- 51/22 - 3

Put stew in a deep ceramic plate.

(chilled)

Cover with plastic lid.Stir occasionally

during reheating and again before

standing and serving.

Pasta with 350 g 600 W 31/2 - 41/23

Put pasta (e.g. spaghetti or egg noodles)

sauce

on a flat ceramic plate. Cover with

(chilled)

microwave cling film. Stir before serving.

Filled pasta 350 g 600 W 4- 5 3

Put filled pasta (e.g. ravioli, tortellini)

with sauce

in a deep ceramic plate. Cover with

(chilled)

plastic lid. Stir occasionally during

reheating and again before standing

and serving.

Plated Meal 350 g 600 W 41/2 - 51/23

Plate a meal of 2-3 chilled compo-

(chilled) 450 g 5-6

nents on a ceramic dish. Cover with

550 g 51/2 - 61/2

microwave cling-film.

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Cooking Guide

Guide for Dual Reheating

Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating.

Food Portion Power Time Standing Instructions

(min.) Time (min.)

Soup 2 x 250 g 900 W 31/2-41/22 - 3

Pour into two deep ceramic plates

(chilled) 2 x 350 g 5-6

and cover. Put one plate directly on

the turntable, other on the rack.

Stir well after reheating.

Stir again before serving.

Chicken Curry 2 x 350 g 600 W 7-81/23

Plate two meals of each 2 chilled

& Rice

components on two ceramic plates

(chilled) dishes. Cover with microwave

cling-film. Put one plate directly on the

turn table, other on the rack.

Plate Meal 2 x 350 g 600 W 71/2-9 3

Plate two meals of 2-3 chilled com-

(chilled) ponents on two flat ceramic plates.

Cover with microwave cling-film.

Put one plate directly on the turntable,

other on the rack.

Reheating Baby Food and Milk

Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for reheating.

Food Portion Power Time Standing Instructions

Time (min.)

Baby food 190 g 600 W 30 sec. 2 - 3

Empty into ceramic deep plate.

(vegetables

Cook covered. Stir after cooking

+ meat)

time. Stand for 2-3 minutes. Before

serving, stir well and check the tem-

perature carefully.

Baby porridge 190 g 600 W 20 sec. 2 - 3

Empty into ceramic deep plate.

(grain + milk

Cook covered. Stir after cooking

+ fruit)

time. Stand for 2-3 minutes. Before

serving, stir well and check the tem-

perature carefully.

Baby milk 100 ml 300 W 30-40 sec. 2 - 3

Stir or shake well and pour into a

200 ml 1 min. to sterilised glass bottle. Place into

1 min. 10 sec. the centre of turntable. Cook

uncovered. Shake well and stand for

at least 3 minutes. Before serving,

shake well and check the tempera-

ture carefully.

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DEFROSTING

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. Turn over halfway, drain off any liquid and

remove any giblets as soon as possible.

Check the food occasionally to make sure that it does not feel warm.

If smaller and thinner parts of the frozen food start to warm up, they can be shield by

wrapping very small strips of aluminium foil around them during defrosting.

Should poultry start to warm up on the outer surface, stop thawing and allow it to

stand for 20 minutes before continuing.

Leave the fish, meat and poultry to stand in order to complete defrosting. The standing

time for complete defrosting will vary depending on the quantity defrosted. Please refer

to the table below.

Hint: Flat food defrosts better than thick and smaller quantities need less time than

bigger ones. Remember this hint while freezing and defrosting food.

For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about -18 to - 20 °C, use the fol-

lowing table as a guide.

All frozen food should be defrosted using defrosting power level (180 W).

Food Portion Time Standing Instructions

(min.) Time (min.)

Meat

Minced beef 200 g 6 - 7 15 - 30

Place the meat on a flat ceramic plate.

400 g 10 - 12

Shield thinner edges with aluminium foil.

Turn over after half of defrosting time!

Pork steaks

250 g 7 - 8

Poultry

Chicken pieces 500 g 14 - 15 15 - 60 First, put chicken pieces first skin-side down,

(2 pc) whole chicken first breast-side-down on a flat

ceramic plate. Shield the thinner parts like

Whole chicken 1200 g 32 - 34 wings and ends with aluminium foil. Turn over

after half of defrosting time!

Fish

Fish fillets/ 200 g 6 - 7 10 - 25

Put frozen fish in the middle of a flat ceramic

Whole fish

400 g

11 - 13 plate. Arrange the thinner parts under the

thicker parts. Shield narrow ends of fillets and tail

whole fish with aluminium foil. Turn over after half

of defrosting time!

Fruits

Berries 250 g 6 - 7 5 - 10 Spread fruits on a flat, round glass dish

(with a large diameter).

Bread

Bread rolls 2 pc 1-11/2 5 - 20 Arrange rolls in a circle or bread horizontally on

(each ca. 50 g) 4 pc 21/2 -3 kitchen paper in the middle of turntable.

Toast/ Sandwich 250 g 4-41/2Turn over after half of defrosting time!

German bread 500 g 7-9

(wheat + rye flour)

Cooking Guide

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Cooking Guide

GRILL

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.

Cookware for grilling:

Should be flameproof and may include metal. Do not use any type of plastic cookware,

as it can melt.

Food suitable for grilling:

Chops, sausages, steaks, hamburgers, bacon and gammon rashers, thin fish portions,

sandwiches and all kinds of toast with toppings.

IMPORTANT REMARK:

Whenever the grill only mode is used, make sure that the grill-heating element is under

the ceiling in the horizontal position and not on the back-wall in the vertical position.

Please remember that food must be placed on the high rack, unless another instruction

is recommended.

MICROWAVE + GRILL

This cooking mode combines the radiant heat that is coming from the grill with the

speed of microwave cooking. It operates only while the door is closed and the turntable

is rotating. Due to the rotation of the turntable, the food browns evenly. Three combina-

tion modes are available with this model:

600 W + Grill, 450 W + Grill and 300 W + Grill.

Cookware for cooking with microwave + grill

Please use cookware that microwaves can pass through. Cookware should be flame-

proof. Do not use metal cookware with combination mode. Do not use any type of plas-

tic cookware, as it can melt.

Food suitable for microwave + grill cooking:

Food suitable for combination mode cooking include all kinds of cooked food which

need reheating and browning (e.g. baked pasta), as well as foods which require a short

cooking time to brown the top of the food. Also, this mode can be used for thick food

portions that benefit from a browned and crispy top (e.g. chicken pieces, 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, make sure that the grill

heating element is under the ceiling in the horizontal position and not on the back-wall

in the vertical position. The food should be placed on the high rack, unless another

instruction is recommended. Otherwise it has to be placed directly on the turntable.

Please refer to the instructions in the following chart.

The food must be turned over, if it is to be browned on both sides.

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Fresh Portion Power 1. Side 2. Side Instructions

Food Time Time

(min) (min.)

Toast Slices 4 pc Grill only 31/2-41/23-4

Put the toast slices side by side on

(each 25g)

the rack.

Bread Rolls 2-4 pieces Grill only 21/2-31/211/2-21/2

Put bread rolls first with the bottom

(already baked) side up in a circle directly on the

turntable.

Grilled 200 g (2pc) 300 W + 31/2-41/2----

Cut tomatoes into halves. Put some

Tomatoes

400 g (4pc) Grill 5-6 cheese on top. Arrange in a circle in a

flat glass pyrex dish. Place it on the

rack.

Tomato-Cheese 4 pc(300 g) 300 W + 4-5 ----

Toast the breas slices first.

Toast

Grill Put the toast with topping on the rack.

Stand for 2-3 minutes.

Toast Hawaii 2 pc(300 g) 450 W + 31/2-41/2----

Toast the bread slices first. Put the

(pineapple,

4 pc(600 g)

Grill 6-7 toast with topping on the rack. Put 2

ham, cheese toasts opposite directly on the rack.

slices) Stand for 2-3 minutes.

Baked 250 g 600 W + 4 1/2 - 5 1/2----

Cut potatoes into halves. Put them in

Potatoes

500 g Grill

6 1/2 - 7 1/2

a circle on the rack with the cut side

to the grill.

Gratin 500 g 450 W + 9-11 ----

Put the fresh gratin into a small glass

Potatoes/

Grill pyrex dish. Put the dish on the rack.

vegetables

After cooking stand for 2-3 minutes.

(chilled)

Chicken 450 g(2pc) 300 W + 7-8 7-8

Brush chicken pieces with oil and

Pieces

650 g(2-3pc) Grill 9-10 8-9 spices. Put them in a circle with the

850 g(4pc) 11-12 9-10 bones to the middle. Put one chicken

piece not into the centre of the rack.

Stand for 2-3 minutes.

Roast Chicken 900 g 450 W + 10-12 9-11 Brush chicken with oil and spices.

1100 g Grill 12-14 11-13 Put chicken first breast side down,

second side breast side up directly on

turntable. Stand for 5 minutes after

grilling.

Lamb Chops 400 g (4pc) Grill only 10-12 8-9 Brush the lamb chops with oil and

(medium) spices. Lay them in a circle on the

rack.After grilling stand for 2-3

minutes.

Grill Guide for fresh food

Preheat the grill with the grill-function for 4 minutes.

Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for grilling.

Cooking Guide

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Cooking Guide

Fresh Portion Power 1. Side 2. Side Instructions

Food Time Time

(min) (min.)

Bread Rolls MW+Grill 300W+Grill Grill only

Arrange rolls in a circle with the bot-

(each ca. 50 g) 2 pc

11/2-2 2-3

tom side up directly on the turntable.

4 pc

21/2-3

2-3 Grill the second side of the rolls up to

the crisp you prefer. Stand for 2-5

minutes.

Baguettes/ MW+Grill 450W+Grill Grill only

Put frozen baguette diagonally on

Garlic Bread 200-250 g (1pc) 31/2-4

2-3 baking paper on the rack.

After grilling stand for 2-3 minutes.

Gratin 400 g 450 W + 13-15 ----

Put frozen gratin into a small glass

(vegetables or Grill pyrex dish. Put the dish on the rack.

potatoes) After cooking stand for 2-3 minutes.

Pasta 400 g 600 W + 14-16 ----

Put frozen pasta into a small flat rec-

(Cannelloni, Grill tangular glass pyrex dish. Put the dish

Macaroni, directly on the turntable. After cooking

Lasagne) stand for 2-3 minutes.

Fish Gratin 400 g 450 W + 16-18 ----

Put frozen fish gratin into a small flat

Grill

rectangular glass pyrex dish.

Put the dish directly on the turntable.

After cooking stand for 2-3 minutes.

Grill Guide for frozen food

Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for grilling.

Fresh Portion Power 1. Side 2. Side Instructions

Food Time Time

(min) (min.)

Pork Steaks MW +Grill (300W+Gril) (Grill only) Brush the pork steaks with oil and

250 g (2pc) 6-7 5-6 spices. Lay them in a circle on the

500 g (4pc) 8-10 7-8 rack. After grilling stand for 2-3

minutes.

Roast Fish 450 g 300 W + 6-7 7-8 Brush skin of whole fish with oil and

650 g Grill 7-8 8-9 herbs and spices. Put fish side by

side (head to tail) on rack

Baked 2 apple 300 W + 6-7 ---- Core the apples and fill them with

Apples (ca. 400g) Grill raisins and jam. Put some almond

4 apples 10-12 slices on top. Put apples on a flat

(ca. 800g) glass pyrex dish. Place the dish

directly on the turntable.

Grill Guide for fresh food

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Cooking Guide

SPECIAL HINTS

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.

MELTING CHOCOLATE

Put 100 g chocolate into a small deep glass dish.

Heat for 3-5 minutes, using 450W until chocolate is melted.

Stir once or twice during melting. Use oven gloves while taking out!

MELTNG CRYSTALLIZED HONEY

Put 20 g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish.

Heat for 20-30 seconds using 300 W, until honey is melted.

MELTING GELATINE

Lay dry gelatine sheets (10 g) for 5 minutes into cold water.

Put drained gelatine into a small glass pyrex bowl.

Heat for 1 minute using 300 W.

Stir after melting.

COOKING GLAZE/ICING (FOR CAKE AND GATEAUX)

Mix instant glaze (approximately 14 g) with 40 g sugar and 250 ml cold water.

Cook uncovered in a glass pyrex bowl for 31/2to 41/2minutes using 900 W,

until glaze/icing is transparent. Stir twice during cooking.

COOKING JAM

Put 600 g fruits (for example mixed berries) in a suitable sized glass

pyrex bowl with lid. Add 300 g preserving sugar and stir well.

Cook covered for 10-12 minutes using 900 W.

Stir several times during cooking. Empty directly into small jam

glasses with twist-off lids. Stand on lid for 5 minutes.

COOKING PUDDING

Mix pudding powder with sugar and milk (500 ml) by following the

manufacturers instructions and stir well. Use a suitable sized glass pyrex

bowl with lid. Cook covered for 61/2to 7 1/2minutes using 900 W.

Stir several 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 31/2to 41/2minutes using 600 W.

Let it stand for 2-3 minutes in the oven. Use oven gloves while taking out!

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Cleaning Your Microwave Oven

The following parts of your microwave oven should be cleaned regularly to pre-

vent grease and food particles from building up:

●Inside and outside surfaces

●Door and door seals

●Turntable and Roller rings

☛ALWAYS ensure that the door seals are clean and the door closes properly.

1. Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water.Rinse and dry.

2. Remove any splashes or stains on the inside surfaces or on the roller ring with a soapy cloth.

Rinse and dry.

3. To loosen hardened food particles and remove smells, place a cup of diluted

lemon juice on the turntable and heat for ten minutes at maximum power.

4. Wash the dishwasher-safe plate whenever necessary.

➢DO NOT spill water in the vents. NEVER use any abrasive products or chemical

solvents.Take particular care when cleaning the door seals to ensure that no particles:

•Accumulate

•Prevent the door from closing correctly

➢Clean the microwave oven cavity right after each use with a mild detergent solution, but

let the microwave oven cool down before cleaning in order to avoid injury.

When cleaning the upper part inside the cavity, it will be convenient to turn

heater downward by 45° and clean it.

45°

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Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven

A few simple precautions should be taken when storing or having your

microwave oven serviced.

The oven must not be used if the door or door seals are damaged:

●Broken hinge

●Deteriorated seals

●Distorted or bent oven casing

Only a qualified microwave service technician should perform repair

☛NEVER remove the outer casing from the oven. If the oven is faulty and needs servicing

or you are in doubt about its condition:

•Unplug it from the wall socket

•Contact the nearest after-sales service centre

➢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.

➢This microwave oven is not intended for commercial use.

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Technical Specification

SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifi-

cations and these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.

Model CE2974/CE2974T/CE2914/CE2914T

Power source 230V ~ 50 Hz

Power consumption

Microwave 1500 W

Grill 1300 W

Combined mode 2800 W

Output power

-6 Level (IEC-705) : CE2974/CE2974T

100 W/900 W -7 Level (IEC-705) : CE2914/CE2914T

Operating frequency 2450 MHz

Magnetron OM75P(31)

Cooling method Cooling fan motor

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Outside 517 x 297 x 424 mm

Oven cavity 336 x 241 x 349 mm

Volume 28 liter

Weight

Net 18 kg approx

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