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cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven  

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CLEANING AND MAINT

AINING

REPLACING THE CHARCOAL FILTER

If your oven is vented to the inside, the charcoal filter should be replaced every 6 to 12 months and more 
often if necessary. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To order a new charcoal filter, contact the Parts 
Department at 1-800-627-4368 or your Samsung dealer. 
You can also order online at www.samsungparts.com

1. 

Unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main power 
supply.

2. 

Open the door.

3. 

Remove the vent grille mounting screws (2 middle screws).

4. 

Slide the vent grille to the left, then pull it straight out.

5. 

Push the hook and remove the old filter.

6. 

Slide a new charcoal filter into place. The filter should rest at 
the angle shown.

7. 

Replace the vent grille and 2 screws and close the door. Turn 
the power back on and set the clock.

The angle

The angle

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Summary of Contents for ME179KFETSR/AA

Page 1: ...hank you for purchasing this Samsung product Please register your product at www samsung com register 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Microwave Oven user manual ME179KFETSR ENGLISH ME179KFETSR_AA_DE68 04130A_E...

Page 2: ...SSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY A Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not...

Page 3: ...sing any electrical appliance basic safety precautions should be followed including the following WARNING To reduce risk of burns electric shock fire personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave...

Page 4: ...de the oven to facilitate cooking b Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing the bags in the oven c If materials inside the oven ignite keep the oven door closed turn the oven...

Page 5: ...e a long cord or extension cord 1 The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance 2 The extension cord must be a gr...

Page 6: ...dance with local and national codes Do not cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord under any circumstances Connect the oven to a 20A circuit If you connect the oven to a 15A circuit m...

Page 7: ...king Failing to do so may result in burns In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below the oven smother the flaming pan on the surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid a cook...

Page 8: ...ide of the oven can cause burns Do not put aluminum foil except as specifically directed in this manual metal objects such as containers forks etc or containers with golden or silver rims into the mic...

Page 9: ...dy close to the appliance while cooking or when opening the door just after cooking Take care that children do not come too close to the appliance Failing to do so may result in children burning thems...

Page 10: ...sion Keep the inside of the oven clean Food particles or spattered oils stuck to the oven walls or floor can cause paint damage and reduce the efficiency of the oven STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65...

Page 11: ...Using the speed cook button 21 Using the smart chef button 26 Using the auto cook button 29 Using the microwave setting cooking times power levels 34 Brown 35 Bake Roast 35 Speed bake Roast 35 Speed b...

Page 12: ...f your microwave oven was damaged during shipping or if you do not have all the parts contact Samsung Customer Service Refer to the WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION on page 45 Microwave oven Ceramic E...

Page 13: ...ven 4 Place the glass tray securely in the center of the pre assembled roller ring Installing the metal shelf When you need to use the Metal Shelf place it on the plastic hooks inside your oven and ma...

Page 14: ...34 Express Menu page 19 Select Stop Clear Page 17 My Settings page 15 Kitchen Timer page 17 Eco Mode page 18 Steam Clean page 18 Light Hi Lo Off page 17 Auto Cook page 29 Brown page 35 Defrost page 1...

Page 15: ...he default is Medium Speed Press My Settings dial 4 and select by pressing the Select button 5 Remind End Signal The Remind End Signal can be turned On and Off Press My Settings dial 5 and select by p...

Page 16: ...go back one hour If the clock is set for standard time this function allows you to change the time easily without needing to reset the clock Daylight Saving Time begins for most of the United States...

Page 17: ...ute 5 seconds 1 minute 3 minutes 10 seconds 3 minutes 10 minutes 30 seconds 10 minutes 20 minutes 1 minute 20 minutes 60 minutes 2 minutes 60 minutes 90 minutes 5 minutes 2 Add cooking time to a progr...

Page 18: ...he cavity surface After using the steam clean function you can easily clean the cavity of the oven 1 Open the door 2 Carefully pour about 2fl oz of water into a wide plate 3 Place the plate on the tra...

Page 19: ...on a piece of paper towel Turn over as soon as the oven beeps Place cake on a ceramic plate and if possible turn over as soon as the oven beeps The oven keeps operating and stops only when you open t...

Page 20: ...efore serving 6 REHEAT 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 7 REHEAT CASSEROLE 1 TO 4 SERVINGS...

Page 21: ...ervings 1 serving 3 Links Place the sausage links on the ceramic enamel tray then place the tray on the high rack Turn over the links when the microwave beeps and restart the microwave E 4 SAUSAGE LIN...

Page 22: ...microwave F 3 SEAFOOD 1 WHITE FISH FILLET 1 serving 2 pieces 4 oz 2 servings 4 pieces 8 oz 1 serving 2 pcs each piece 2 oz Spray the high rack with non stick spray Place the fillets cod pollack etc on...

Page 23: ...rest for 5 minutes before slicing F 5 TOP ROUND STEAK WELL DONE 3 4 Inch 1 llb Place the steak on the high rack then place the rack on the ceramic enamel tray When the microwave beeps turn over the s...

Page 24: ...L 6 INCH 6 inch Place the pizza on the medium rack then place the rack on the ceramic enamel tray C 2 FROZEN PIZZA REGULAR 12INCH 12 inch Place the pizza on the medium rack then place the rack on the...

Page 25: ...ving Place the meatballs on the ceramic enamel tray then place the tray on the medium rack D 6 CHEESE STICKS 2 servings 4 servings 2 sticks per serving Place the cheese sticks on the ceramic enamel tr...

Page 26: ...ervings 4 servings 1 serving cup Wash and clean the green beans Place the green beans in a microwave safe bowl Add 1 4 tablespoons of water 1 Tbsp per serving Cover during cooking and stir afterwards...

Page 27: ...serving 2 servings 3 servings 4 servings 1 serving cup Place the green beans in a microwave safe bowl Cover during cooking and stir afterwards G 4 PEAS 1 serving 2 servings 3 servings 4 servings 1 se...

Page 28: ...ace the rack on the ceramic enamel tray When the microwave beeps turn over the chicken breasts and restart the microwave F 2 BONE IN CHICKEN PIECES 2 servings 18 oz 4 servings 36 oz Brush the chicken...

Page 29: ...then press the Start button CATEGORY Cook No FOOD Amount Directions Accessory Type 1 REHEAT 1 SOUP BROTH 1 to 4 servings 8 oz serving Pour the refrigerated soup into a mircowave safe bowl Cover with...

Page 30: ...Layer 2 paper towels on a microwave safe plate and arrange the bacon on the towels Do not overlap the bacon Cover with an additional paper towel Remove the paper towel immediately after cooking G 3 KI...

Page 31: ...en place the tray on the low rack A 3 CRESCENT ROLLS REFRIGERATED SMALL 8 ea Preheat the microwave to 375 F Place the rolls on the greased ceramic enamel tray then place the tray on the low rack A 4 C...

Page 32: ...Preheat the microwave to 400 F Place the fish sticks on the low rack then place the rack on the ceramic enamel tray B 4 NACHOS 1 SERVING 1 serving Arrange the tortilla chips uniformly on a microwave s...

Page 33: ...hips will keep their shape even when the heating time is over G 4 SOFTEN ICE CREAM 1 pint gallon Remove the lid of the carton Place the carton in the center of the microwave G 5 SOFTEN CREAM CHEESE 1...

Page 34: ...her than High press the Select button then use the dial to enter a power level 4 Press the Start button to begin cooking If you want to add or reduce the cooking time use the dial You can adjust the c...

Page 35: ...matically between microwave and Bake Roast cooking The food will be moist as well as crisp and brown This type of cooking is ideal for large foods that require long cooking times when prepared in a co...

Page 36: ...1 0 lb 1st side Speed Roast 30 2nd side Speed Roast 10 1st side 12 18 2nd side 10 16 Place the pork on the low rack then place the rack on the ceramic enamel tray After cooking let the steak rest for...

Page 37: ...trips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas Using too much foil can damage your oven so be careful Ceramic porcelain and stoneware Use these if they are labeled Microwave Safe If they are no...

Page 38: ...minutes after the oven stops Let foods stand to complete cooking especially foods such as roasts and whole vegetables Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the o...

Page 39: ...cup water Small vegetables sliced carrots peas lima beans etc will cook faster than larger ones Whole vegetables such as potatoes acorn squash or corn on the cob should be arranged in a circle on the...

Page 40: ...door and door seals Always ensure that the door seals are clean and that the door closes properly Take particular care when cleaning the door seals to ensure that no particles accumulate and prevent...

Page 41: ...TOP NIGHT LIGHT When replacing the cooktop night light make sure that you are wearing gloves to avoid injury from the heat of the bulb 1 Unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main power supply...

Page 42: ...grease filter case where it says PUSH 2 Pull the filter case out of the microwave oven 3 Remove the filter from the filter case by widening the case as shown below Then soak the grease filter in hot w...

Page 43: ...g dealer You can also order online at www samsungparts com 1 Unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main power supply 2 Open the door 3 Remove the vent grille mounting screws 2 middle screws 4 S...

Page 44: ...he set time has elapsed If there was a power outage the time indicator will display 88 88 If no power outage occurred remove the plug from the outlet wait ten seconds and plug it in again Reset the cl...

Page 45: ...00 SAMSUNG 726 7864 or register online at www samsung com global register When contacting Samsung please provide the specific model and serial number information which is usually located on the back o...

Page 46: ...buse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature use of products equipment systems utilities services parts supplies accessories applications installations repairs external wiring or connecto...

Page 47: ...memo ME179KFETSR_AA_DE68 04130A_EN indd 47 2012 05 21 5 10 49...

Page 48: ...Code No DE68 04130A www samsung com 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 01 800 SAMSUNG 01 800 726 7864 ME179KFETSR_AA_DE68 04130A_EN indd 48 2012 05 21 5 10 49...

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