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Cook 

No.

Food

Amount

Directions

A5

Beverage

1 serving : 1/2 cup

2 servings : 1 cup

3 servings : 2 cups

Place the beverage in a 
microwave safe container. 

A6

Pizza Reheat

1 serving : 2 slices

2 servings : 4 slices

(3-4 oz./each) 

Place the pizza on a microwave 
safe plate. Do not overlap the 
slices or cover. Let stand 1-2 
minutes before serving.

A7

Frozen Dinner

8-10 oz. 

(227-283 g)

11-14 oz. 

(312-397 g)

15-18 oz. 

(425-510 g) 

Remove the outer wrapping and 
follow the package directions for 
covering. Let stand 1-3 minutes 
before serving.

A8

Frozen Breakfast

4-6 oz. 

(113-170 g)

7-8 oz. 

(198-227 g)

Remove the outer wrapping and 
follow the package directions 
for covering. When microwave 
beeps, stir and press start to 
continue. Let stand 1-3 minutes 
before serving.

A9

Bacon

1 serving : 2 slices

2 servings : 4 slices
3 servings : 6 slices

Layer 2 paper towels on a 
microwave safe plate and 
arrange the bacon on the 
towels. Do not overlap bacon. 
Cover with an additional paper 
towel. Remove the paper towel 
immediately after cooking.

A10 Hot Dogs

1 serving : 2 each

2 servings : 4 each

Pierce the hot dogs 3 times with 
a fork and place on a microwave 
safe plate. When the microwave 
beeps, add the buns and press 
start to continue.

Cook 

No.

Food

Amount

Directions

P13

Frozen Oven 
Chips

2 servings (8 oz.)

4 servings (16 oz.)

Place frozen oven chips on the 
crusty plate, then place the plate 
on the high rack.

P14

Frozen Gratin

13-15 oz.

Put into a suitable sized glass 
Pyrex dish or leave in the 
original packaging (take care that 
this is suitable for microwaves 
and oven heat). Put frozen gratin 
on the low rack. After cooking 
stand for 2-3 minutes.

Auto cook guide

Cook 

No.

Food

Amount

Directions

A1

Soup

1 to 4 servings 

(8 oz./serving)

Pour the refrigerated soup into 
a mircrowave safe bowl. Cover 
with a lid or vented plastic wrap. 
Stir well before serving.

A2

Pasta

1 to 4 servings 

(8 oz./serving) 

Place the refrigerated pasta on 
a microwave safe plate or bowl. 
Cover with a lid or vented plastic 
wrap. Stir well before serving.

A3

Casserole

1 to 4 servings 

(8 oz./serving)

Place the refrigerated casserole 
on a microwave safe plate or 
bowl. Cover with a lid or vented 
plastic wrap. Stir well before 
serving.

A4

Dinner Plate

1 serving 

Place the pre-cooked, refrigerated 
food on a microwave safe plate. 
Cover the plate with vented 
plastic wrap or wax paper.

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Summary of Contents for MC12J8035CT/AA

Page 1: ...Microwave Oven User manual MC12J8035CT MC12J8035CT_AA_DE68 04367A 04_EN indd 1 7 11 2018 11 09 44 AM ...

Page 2: ...13 Before you start 13 Clock 13 Sound On Off 14 About microwave energy 14 Cookware for microwave mode 15 Operations 16 Control panel 16 Manual mode 17 Auto mode 21 Special functions 23 Cooking Smart 24 Auto cooking 24 Manual cooking 28 Quick Easy 36 Troubleshooting 37 Checkpoints 37 Information codes 40 Technical specifications 40 Warranty 41 Contents MC12J8035CT_AA_DE68 04367A 04_EN indd 2 7 11 2...

Page 3: ...cumulate on the sealing surface C Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 Door bent 2 Hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 Door seals and sealing surface D The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS W...

Page 4: ...emoved from the microwave oven is not always present THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID To reduce the risk of injury a Do not overheat liquid b Stir liquid both before and halfway through heating it c Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks WARNING Cancer and Reproductive...

Page 5: ...er too d After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container e Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container 19 Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not inserted in microwave toaster oven as they may create a fire of electric shock 20 Do not clean with metal scouring pads Piece can burn off the ...

Page 6: ...y result in electric shock or fire When the power plug or power cord is damaged contact your nearest service center for a replacement or repair CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company Failing to have a qualified technician install the oven may result in electric shock fire an explosion problems with the produc...

Page 7: ...e wall socket again may cause a spark and result in electric shock or fire Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children Packaging materials can be dangerous to children If a child places a bag over its head the child can suffocate INSTALLATION CAUTIONS Position the oven so that the plug is easily accessible Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric lea...

Page 8: ...e with care Hot foods and steam can cause burns Carefully remove container coverings directing steam away from your hands and face Remove lids from baby food before heating After heating baby food stir well to distribute the heat evenly Always test the temperature by tasting before feeding the baby The glass jar or surface of the food may appear to be cooler than the food in the interior which can...

Page 9: ... glass being damaged or broken Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when it is in operation Do not use sealed containers Remove seals and lids before use Sealed containers can explode due to buildup of pressure even after the oven has been turned off CRITICAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it Do not use benzene thinner or alcohol ...

Page 10: ...ld be strong enough to safety bear the weight of the oven 01 04 03 02 01 33 5 inches 85 cm from the floor 02 4 inches 10 cm from the rear wall 03 4 inches 10 cm from the side 04 7 875 inches 20 cm from above Trim kit MA TA3080CT AA is required in order to be installed in a built in application 1 When you install your oven make sure there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at least 4 ...

Page 11: ...Put on the roller ring with the center fitting the coupler It serves as a cooking base Racks Use one of these racks as appropriate to cook two dishes simultaneously A smaller dish on the turntable and the other on the selected rack You can use these racks with Grill Convection or Combination Cooking NOTE Do not use wire racks with Microwave mode Crusty plate Put on the turntable Use this to brown ...

Page 12: ...p of diluted lemon juice on the center of the turntable 2 Heat the oven for 10 minutes at max power 3 When the cycle is complete wait until the oven cools down Then open the door and clean the cooking cavity To clean inside swing heater models A To clean the upper area of the cooking cavity lower the top heating element by 45 A as shown This will help clean the upper area When done reposition the ...

Page 13: ...ock time cannot be changed during operations Replacement repair WARNING This oven has no user removable parts inside Do not try to replace or repair the oven yourself If you encounter a problem with hinges seal and or the door contact a qualified technician or a local Samsung service center for technical assistance If you want to replace the light bulb contact a local Samsung service center Do not...

Page 14: ...ues 3 The cooking time is affected by the following conditions of the food Quantity and density Moisture content Initial temperature especially when frozen NOTE The cooked food keeps heat in its core after cooking is complete This is why you must observe the standing times specified in this manual which ensure that the food is cooked evenly down to the core Sound On Off You can turn on or off the ...

Page 15: ...ood Metals such as stainless steel aluminum and copper reflect microwaves Therefore do not use cookware made of metallic materials Cookware marked microwave safe is always safe for use For additional information on appropriate cookware refer to the following guide Requirements Flat bottom and straight sides Tight fitting lid Well balanced pan with handles that weigh less than the main pan Material...

Page 16: ...e convection fan distributes the heat inside the oven which is reinforced by microwave energy Operations Control panel The front panel comes in a wide range of materials and colors For improved quality the actual appearance of the oven is subject to change without notice 01 05 02 04 07 06 09 11 08 10 03 01 Feature panel Press to select a desired cooking mode or function 02 Display Shows necessary ...

Page 17: ...emperature When complete the oven beeps and the indicator disappears Feature Temp Power range Default Temp Power Max time Manual mode Microwave 10 100 100 90 min The microwave energy enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the color Grill 60 min Use this for grilling food such as meat Auto mode Auto Power Convection To accommodate first time users of Power Convect...

Page 18: ... for baking breads or cooking confectionery The stronger heat can burn the tops of food NOTE When you push the START after setting the temperature Preheating will start CAUTION Always use oven gloves while taking out food The microwave fan may continue to operate for 5 minutes after cooking if the temperature in the oven cavity is too hot will be displayed To change the cooking time during cooking...

Page 19: ...rate heat which is evenly distributed inside the oven by the convection fan You can use the Low rack or a combination of the Low rack and Crusty plate on the turntable Use this mode for biscuits individual scones rolls and cakes as well as fruit cakes choux pastries and soufflés Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Convection Temperature Cooking time Preheating 1 Put the Low rack or the combination of the ...

Page 20: ... Warm Combi Convection Combi This combination mode combines microwave energy with hot air resulting in reduced cooking time and producing a brown crispy surface on the food Use this mode for all kinds of meat and poultry as well as casseroles and gratin dishes sponge cakes and light fruit cakes pies and crumbles roast vegetables scones and breads Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Combo Mode Cb 2 ...

Page 21: ...tons to set the serving size or weight When done press START CAUTION Always use oven gloves when taking out food NOTE The cooking time is pre programmed according to the auto mode and cannot be changed Grill The heating elements generate heat Make sure they are in the horizontal position Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Grill Cooking time 1 Put the High rack or the combination of High rack and Crusty p...

Page 22: ...le cookware then put the cookware on the turntable and close the door 2 Follow steps 1 3 in Auto mode on page 21 3 When cooking is complete 0 00 blinks Use oven gloves to take out food Auto Power Convection Power Convection is similar to the Convection mode However the heating elements generate higher temperature heat and and the fan generates stronger air currents inside the oven This mode is des...

Page 23: ...ng bread toast rolls muffins and cake warm Dishes Crockery 150 30 For preheating dishes and crockery Arrange the dishes over the turntable Do not overload Maximum load 15 lbs 7 kg Defrost The oven offers 4 defrosting programs for your convenience The time and power levels are automatically adjusted according to the selected program Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Defrost 1 to 4 weight 1 Put food in suitable ...

Page 24: ...e crusty plate then place the plate on the high rack P12 Frozen Onion Rings 2 servings 6 ea 4 servings 12 ea 3 rings per serving Place the onion rings on the crusty plate then place the plate on the high rack Cooking Smart Auto cooking Auto Power Convection guide Cook No Food Amount Directions P1 Bone In Chicken Pieces 2 servings 18 oz 4 servings 36 oz Brush the chicken pieces with oil and seasoni...

Page 25: ... 3 times with a fork and place on a microwave safe plate When the microwave beeps add the buns and press start to continue Cook No Food Amount Directions P13 Frozen Oven Chips 2 servings 8 oz 4 servings 16 oz Place frozen oven chips on the crusty plate then place the plate on the high rack P14 Frozen Gratin 13 15 oz Put into a suitable sized glass Pyrex dish or leave in the original packaging take...

Page 26: ...0 oz Place the marshmallows in a large microwave safe dish Stir well afterwards NOTE The turntable is not rotating while fermenting yogurt Cook No Food Amount Directions A11 Oatmeal 1 pack 2 packs Follow the package directions for the recommended amount of water needed Stir well before and afterwards A12 Brownie Mix 1 package Pour the batter into an 8x8 inch microwave safe pan then place the pan o...

Page 27: ...plate on the high rack F3 Frozen Mini Spring Rolls 1 serving 8 oz 2 servings 16 oz Place frozen mini spring rolls on the crusty plate then place the plate on the high rack F4 Homemade French Fries 2 servings 8 oz 4 servings 12 oz Peel potatoes and cut into sticks with a thickness of 10 10mm Soak in cold water for 30 40 minutes Put some salt in the cold water for the osmotic pressure Dry them with ...

Page 28: ... 3 5 lbs Shield the edges with aluminium foil Turn the meat over when the oven beeps This program is suitable for lamb pork steaks chops and ground meat For ground meat place the meat directly on the turntable tray on wax paper Do not use an extra tray Let stand covered with foil for 5 10 minutes d2 Poultry 0 1 3 5 lbs Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium foil Turn the poultry over when the...

Page 29: ... cooking Add seasoning after cooking For faster cooking it is recommended to cut into smaller even sizes Cook all fresh vegetables using full microwave power 900 W Food Amount Power Cooking time min Standing time min Broccoli 0 6 lb 1 0 lbs 100 3 4 5 6 3 Prepare even sized florets Arrange the stems so they point to the center Brussels Sprouts 1 0 lbs 100 4 5 3 Let stand 60 75 ml 5 6 tbsp water Car...

Page 30: ...ic plate or deep ceramic bowl Cover with a plastic lid Stir well after reheating Stir again before serving Stew Chilled 0 8 lb 70 4 5 2 3 Put stew in a deep ceramic plate Cover with a plastic lid Stir occasionally during reheating and again before standing and serving Rice and Pasta Stir from time to time during and after cooking Cook uncovered and close the lid during settling Then drain water th...

Page 31: ...check the temperature carefully Food Amount Power Cooking time min Standing time min Pasta With Sauce Chilled 0 8 lb 70 3 4 3 Put pasta e g spaghetti or egg noodles on a flat ceramic plate Cover with microwave cling film Stir before serving Filled Pasta With Sauce Chilled 0 8 lb 70 4 5 3 Put filled pasta e g ravioli tortellini in a deep ceramic plate Cover with a plastic lid Stir occasionally duri...

Page 32: ... a cover Turn over during defrosting and drain off liquid and remove giblets after defrosting For faster defrosting cut the food into small pieces and wrap them with aluminum foil before defrosting When the outer surface of frozen foods begins to melt stop defrosting and let stand as instructed in the table below Do not change the default power level 20 for defrosting Food Amount Power Defrosting ...

Page 33: ...x dish Place it on the high rack Stand for 2 3 minutes Tomato Cheese Toast 4 pcs 0 7 lb 20 Grill 5 6 Toast the bread slices first Put the toast with topping on the high rack Stand for 2 3 minutes Toast Hawaii 4 pcs 1 1 lbs 30 Grill 5 6 Toast the bread slices first Put the toast with topping on the high rack Stand for 2 3 minutes Baked Potatoes 1 1 lbs 50 Grill 15 17 Cut potatoes into halves Brush ...

Page 34: ...ty plate Put plate on the high rack Frozen Pizza 0 7 lb 400 F 11 13 Put frozen Pizza on the low rack Homemade Lasagna Pasta Gratin 1 1 lbs 350 F 25 30 Put pasta in ovenproof dish Put dish on low rack Roast Vegetables 0 7 lb 400 F 10 12 Rinse and prepare vegetables in slices e g courgette egg plants pepper pumpkin Brush with olive oil and add spices Put on crusty plate on high rack Crusty plate We ...

Page 35: ...Convection mode both the heating element and the side wall fan operate together to circulate the heat inside the cooking chamber Use this mode for biscuits individual scones rolls and cakes as well as fruit cakes choux and soufflés All conventional ovenproof cookware baking tins and sheets anything you would normally use in a traditional convection oven can be used Microwaves Convection This combi...

Page 36: ...ven gloves when taking out Quick Easy Melting butter Put about 3 tbsp butter into a small deep glass dish Cover with plastic lid Heat for 30 40 seconds using 90 until butter is melted Melting chocolate Put about a half cup lb chocolate into a small deep glass dish Heat for 3 5 minutes using 50 until chocolate is melted Stir once or twice during melting Use oven gloves while taking out Meltng cryst...

Page 37: ...the product installation guide Objects are on top of the oven Remove all objects on the top of the oven The door cannot be opened properly Food residue is stuck between the door and oven interior Clean the oven and then open the door Troubleshooting If you encounter a problem using your microwave first check the table below and try the recommendations If a problem persists or if an information cod...

Page 38: ...emove any food residue stuck to the bottom of the oven Problem Cause Action Heating including the Warm function does not work properly The oven may not work too much food is being cooked or improper cookware is being used Put one cup of water in a microwave safe container and run the microwave for 1 2 minutes to check whether the water is heated Reduce the amount of food and start the function aga...

Page 39: ...l operation smoke may come from the heating elements when you first use the oven This is not a malfunction and if you run the oven 2 3 times it should stop Food is on the heating elements Let the oven cool and then remove the food from the heating elements Food is too close to the grill Put the food a suitable distance away while cooking Food is not properly prepared and or arranged Make sure food...

Page 40: ... information code on the display Check the table below and try the suggestions Code Description Action C 20 The temperature sensor is open Unplug the power cord of the oven and contact a local Samsung service center The temperature sensor is shorted C A1 The oven has failed to sense the opening or closing of the damper for 1 minute C F0 The microwave has sensed an internal communications failure C...

Page 41: ...is longer All replaced parts and products are the property of SAMSUNG and you must return them to SAMSUNG This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship encountered in normal household noncommercial use of this product and shall not cover the following damage that occurs in shipment delivery installation and uses for which this product was not intended damage caused...

Page 42: ...ME WAY FROM WORK HOTELS AND OR RESTAURANT MEALS REMODELING EXPENSES LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions ma...

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