Samsung Cleaning and Maintaining Your Microwave: How to Clean Microwave Grease Filter

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CLEANING THE TURNTABLE AND ROLLER RINGS

Clean the roller rings periodically and wash the turntable as required. You can wash the turntable safely in your dishwasher.

STORING AND REPAIRING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

If you need to store your microwave oven for a short or extended period of time, choose a dust-free, dry location. Dust and dampness may adversely affect the ability of the microwave parts.

• Do not repair, replace or service any part of your WARNING microwave oven yourself. Allow only a qualified

service technician to perform repairs. If the oven is faulty and needs servicing, or you are in doubt about its condition, unplug the oven from the power outlet and contact your nearest service center.

Do not use the oven if it is damaged, in particular, if the door or door seals are damaged. Door damage includes a broken hinge, a worn out seal, or distorted/bent casing.

Do not remove the oven from its casing.

This microwave oven is for home use only and is not intended for commercial use.

REPLACING THE COOKTOP/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.

2.Remove the screw from the light cover and lower the cover.

3.Replace bulb with 40 watt incandescent bulb.

4.Replace the light cover and mounting screw.

5Turn the power back on at the main power supply.

6.Remove the cover by pushing the hook and pulling up the lever.

7.Remove the bulb by turning it gently.

8.Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb.

9.Replace the bulb holder.

10.Replace the vent grille and the 2 screws.

11.Turn the power back on.

05 CLEANING AND MAINTAINING

CLEANING THE GREASE FILTER

Your microwave oven has two metal reusable grease filters. The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month, or as required.

To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, WARNING do not operate the oven hood without the filters in

place.

1.To remove the filter, slide it to the left (or right) using the tab.

2.Soak the grease filter in hot water and a mild detergent. Rinse well and shake to dry. Brushing the filter lightly can remove embedded dirt.

Do not use ammonia or put the grease filter in the WARNING microwave oven. The aluminum will darken.

REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT

When replacing the oven 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.

2.Open the door.

3.Remove the vent cover mounting screws (2 middle screws).

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

5.Remove the charcoal filter, if present.

3.To return the filter to its position, slide it into the frame slot on the left (or right), then push it upwards and to the right (or left) to lock it.

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Contents Microwave Oven Basic safety precautions Personal injury when using yourMay result in minor personal To reduce the risk of fireImportant Safety Instructions Grounding Instructions Installation Critical Cleaning Warning Instructions Contents Warranty and Service Information Setting UP Your Microwave OvenChecking the Parts Checking the Control Panel Setting the Time Turning on the Power for the First TimeMY Settings Kitchen Timer ButtonECO Mode SET Timer ButtonTurntable ON/OFF Button Metal ShelfSensor Reheat Button Sensor Cooking ButtonsSensor cooking utensils & covers Sensor cooking tablePound Defrost Button Auto Defrost ButtonSensor reheating table Auto defrosting tableKids Meals Button SOFTEN/MELT ButtonSoften / Melt table Kids meals tableSnacks Button Microwave Cooking Times & Power LevelsOne-stage cooking Multi-stage cookingCookware guide Power LevelsCustom Cook Button Warm & HoldCooking guide General Microwave TipsCooking techniques Cooking Poultry Cooking MeatCooking Eggs Cooking SeafoodCooking Vegetables RecipesCleaning the Interior Cleaning the ExteriorStoring and Repairing Your Microwave Oven Cleaning the Turntable and Roller RingsCleaning the Grease Filter Replacing the COOKTOP/NIGHT LightReplacing the Charcoal Filter TroubleshootingLimited warranty to original purchaser WarrantySpecifications AppendixCode No. DE68-03942A
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