Samsung Microwave Oven ME1240SC User Guide

Microwave Oven  
Owner’s Manual  
MW1040WC/BC  
MW1240WC/BC  
MW1440WC/BC  
ME1240SC  
ME1440SC  
ME1280STC  
ME1480STC  
ME1480STC  
MW1040WC/BC/MW1240WC/BC/  
MW1440WC/BC  
ME1280STC  
ME1240SC/ME1440SC  
Code No.: DE68-02612A  
 
Safety  
• Do not operate any other heating or cooking appliance beneath this  
appliance.  
• Do not mount unit over or near any portion of a heating or cooking  
appliance.  
• Do not mount over a sink.  
• Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance when it is in  
operation.  
Important Safety Instructions, continued  
• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use near water – for  
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming  
pool, etc.  
• 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.  
• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.  
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.  
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.  
• When cleaning door and oven surfaces, use only mild, nonabrasive  
soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.  
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven:  
• Precaution for safe use to avoid possible exposure to excessive  
microwave oven energy:  
Do not attempt to pull any part of the door by hand to open the door.  
Open the door only utilizing the push button located at front-right-  
bottom side. (except ME1280STC, ME1480STC)  
a. Do not overcook food. Watch appliance carefully if paper, plastic,  
or other combustible materials are inside.  
b. Remove wire twist-ties from plastic cooking bags before placing  
bags in oven.  
c. If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn  
the oven off, disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power at  
the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened, the fire may  
spread.  
d. Do not use the oven compartment for storage purposes. Do not  
leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the oven when  
not in use.  
• Do not try to preheat oven or operate while empty.  
• Do not cook without the glass tray in place on the oven floor. Food will  
not cook properly without the tray.  
• Do not defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles. The  
containers can break.  
• Dishes and containers can become hot. Handle with care.  
• Carefully remove container coverings, directing steam away from  
hands and face.  
• Remove lids from baby food before heating. After heating baby food,  
stir well and test temperature by tasting before serving.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Safety  
I
GROUNDING  
IMNSPTORRUTCATNIOTNS  
Use of Extension Cords  
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of  
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer  
cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if  
care is exercised in their use. If a long cord or extension cord is  
used:  
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical  
short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by  
providing an escape wire for the electrical current. This  
appliance is equipped with a cord that includes a grounding wire  
and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet  
that is properly installed and grounded. Plug the three-prong  
power cord into a properly grounded outlet of standard 115-120  
voltage, 60 Hz. Your oven should be the only appliance on this  
circuit.  
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 grounding-type 3-wire cord and  
it must be plugged into a 3-slot outlet.  
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape  
over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by  
children or tripped over accidentally. If you use an extension  
cord, the interior light may flicker and the blower may vary  
when the microwave oven is on. Cooking times may be  
longer, too.  
WARNING  
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk  
of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or  
servicer if you do not understand the grounding  
instructions or if you are not sure if the appliance is  
properly grounded.  
WARNING  
Do not cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the  
power cord under any circumstances.  
Note  
Connect the oven to a 20A circuit.  
When connecting the oven to a 15A circuit, make sure  
that circuit breaker is operable.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Your New Microwave oven  
Checking Parts  
Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the  
parts shown here. If any part is missing or broken, call your dealer.  
Setting Up Your Microwave Oven  
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Place the oven on a flat, sturdy surface and plug the cord into a  
grounded outlet. Once plugged in, the display on your oven will show:  
START ENTER COOK TIME TIME2  
Kg  
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Oz  
Lbs QTY  
Make sure there is adequate ventilation for your oven by leaving at  
least four inches of space behind, above, and to the sides of the oven.  
Glass tray  
Microwave oven  
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Open the oven door.  
Roller guide ring  
Wipe the inside of the oven with a damp cloth.  
Instruction manual  
Place the pre-assembled ring in the indentation in the center of the  
oven.  
Registration card  
Warranty and Service Information  
To help us better serve you, please complete the enclosed registration card  
and promptly return it by mail. If the registration card is missing, you can call  
Samsung Electronics America, Inc., at 1-800- SAMSUNG(1-800-726-7864),  
or register on-line at WWW.SAMSUNGUSA.COM  
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Place the glass tray on top of the ring so that the three glass tabs in  
the center of the tray fit securely into the tabs on the floor of the  
When contacting Samsung, please provide the specific model and serial  
number information which is usually located on the back or bottom of the  
product. Please record these numbers below, along with the other requested  
information. Keep this information in a safe place as a permanent record of  
your purchase to aid in identification in case of theft or loss, and a copy of  
your sales receipt as a proof of purchase if warranty service is needed.  
oven.  
.
MODEL NUMBER ____________________  
SERIAL NUMBER ____________________  
DATE PURCHASED ____________________  
PURCHASED FROM ____________________  
Warranty service can only be performed by a Samsung Authorized Service  
Center. If you should require warranty service, provide the above information  
with a copy of your sales receipt to the Samsung Authorized Service Center.  
For service assistance and the location of the nearest service center, please  
call 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864), or go on-line to WWW.SAMSUNG-  
SUPPORT.COM  
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Your New Microwave oven  
Control Panel Buttons (MW1040WC/BC)  
MW1240WC/BC, ME1240SC  
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Number Buttons  
More/Less  
1. One Minute +  
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One Minute +  
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Clock  
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Auto Defrost  
Auto Reheat  
Clock  
Auto Defrost  
Kitchen Timer  
10. Power Level  
11. Kitchen Timer  
12. Pause/Cancel  
13. Start  
Instant Cook Buttons  
Handy Helper, Kids Meals,  
Snack Bar  
10. Sound  
11. Pause/Cancel  
12. Start  
Sound  
Instant Cook Buttons  
Handy Helper, Kids Meals,  
Snack Bar  
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6.  
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Number Buttons  
More/Less  
Power Level  
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Your New Microwave oven  
ME1280STC  
MW1440WC/BC, ME1440SC  
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Handy Helper, Kids Meals,  
Snack Bar  
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Handy Helper, Kids Meals,  
Snack Bar  
1. One Minute +  
1. One Minute +  
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Auto Reheat  
Auto Defrost  
Instant Cook Buttons  
Clock  
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Auto Reheat  
Auto Defrost  
Instant Cook Buttons  
Clock  
10. Number Buttons  
11. More/Less  
12. Pause/Cancel  
13. Start  
10. Number Buttons  
11. More/Less  
12. Pause/Cancel  
13. Start  
Sound  
Sound  
Power Level  
Kitchen Timer  
Power Level  
Kitchen Timer  
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Your New Microwave oven  
ME1480STC  
Table of Contents  
Safety...................................................................................................2  
Your New Microwave oven ................................................................5  
Checking Parts .................................................................................5  
Warranty and Service Information ....................................................5  
Setting Up Your Microwave Oven.....................................................5  
Control Panel Buttons.................................................................. 6~8  
Table of Contents .............................................................................8  
Operation.............................................................................................9  
Turning on the Power and Selecting a Weight .................................9  
Setting the Clock...............................................................................9  
Using the Pause/Cancel Button........................................................9  
Using the One Minute + Button.........................................................9  
Using the Instant Cook Buttons ........................................................9  
Using the Handy Helper Button ......................................................10  
Using the Kids Meals Button...........................................................11  
Using the Snack Bar Button............................................................11  
Reheating Automatically  
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(MW1240/1440, ME1240/1440/1280/1480)....................................12  
Defrosting Automatically.................................................................12  
Setting Cooking Times & Power Levels..........................................13  
One-stage Cooking ........................................................................13  
Multi-stage Cooking .......................................................................13  
Demonstration Mode ......................................................................13  
Using the More/Less Buttons..........................................................13  
Switching the Beeper On/Off ..........................................................13  
Using the Kitchen Timer .................................................................13  
Setting the Child Protection Lock....................................................13  
Cooking Instructions........................................................................14  
Cooking Utensils.............................................................................14  
Testing Utensils ..............................................................................14  
Cooking Techniques.......................................................................15  
General Tips ...................................................................................15  
Cooking Guide......................................................................... 16~17  
Auto Defrosting Guide ....................................................................17  
Recipes...........................................................................................18  
Appendix ...........................................................................................19  
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................................19  
Care and Cleaning..........................................................................19  
Specifications........................................................................... 20~21  
Warranty............................................................................................21  
Warranty Information ............................................................... 21~22  
Guíd de Consulta Rápida en Español(Spanish) ............................23  
Quick Reference(English)................................................Back Cover  
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Handy Helper, Kids Meals,  
Snack Bar  
1. One Minute +  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Auto Reheat  
Auto Defrost  
Instant Cook Buttons  
Clock  
10. Number Buttons  
11. More/Less  
12. Pause/Cancel  
13. Start  
Sound  
Power Level  
Kitchen Timer  
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Operation  
Turning on the Power and Selecting a Weight  
Using the One Minute + Button  
The first time you plug the power cord into an outlet, or after there has been  
an interruption in power, the display shows “  
” At this point, you can  
This button offers a convenient way to heat food in one minute increments at  
the High power level.  
select the weight system for the display. You can choose between pounds  
(LBS) or kilograms (KG). To do so,  
1
Press the One Minute+ button once for each minute you wish to cook  
the food. For example, press it twice for two minutes. The time will  
display, and the oven starts automatically.  
1
Press 0 immediately after plugging in your microwave. The display will  
show:  
Add minutes to a program in progress by pressing the One Minute+  
button for each minute you want to add.  
If the display does not shows “Kg”, you will need to unplug the  
microwave and then plug it in again in order to change to the weight  
selection.  
Using the Instant Cook Buttons  
1
Press the Instant Cook button corresponding to the food you are  
cooking (Beverage, for example). The display shows the first serving  
size. (“ENTER” and “QTY.” will flash):  
2
Press 0 repeatedly to select the weight system you wish to use:  
2
Press the button repeatedly to select the serving size you want.  
The display will cycle through all available serving sizes. Once you  
select the correct serving size, the microwave will begin cooking  
automatically.  
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kg  
g
oz  
Lbs cup  
When you have selected the weight system you want to use, press the  
PAUSE/CANCEL button to end this procedure.  
When the cooking time is over, the oven will beep. The oven will then  
beep every minute.  
Setting the Clock  
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2
Press the Clock button. The “ENTER” and “TIME” indicators flash.  
Use the number buttons to enter the current time. You must press  
at least three numbers to set the clock. If the current time is 5:00  
enter, 5,0,0.  
Item  
Beverage  
(except ME1280) 1 cup  
2 cups  
Weight  
½ cup  
Remarks  
Use measuring cup or mug ; do not cover.  
Place the beverage in the oven.  
After heating, stir well.  
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When 5 seconds has elapsed, “ENTER” indicator flash and “Cloc”  
will be displayed.  
Press Clock again. A colon will blink, indicating that the time is set.  
Popcorn  
3.5 oz  
3.0-3.5 oz  
Use one microwave-only bag of popcorn.  
Use caution when removing and  
opening hot bag from oven.  
To help prevent the popcorn bag from  
getting stuck in the oven, fold each end  
If there is a power interruption, you will need to reset the clock.  
You can check the current time while cooking is in progress by pressing  
the Clock button.  
of the bag up one inch (  
) before  
placing the bag in the center of the  
oven.  
If it still gets stuck, open the door and  
reposition the bag, close the door and  
press start.  
Using the Pause/Cancel Button  
The Pause/Cancel button allows you to clear instructions you have  
entered. It also allows you to pause the oven’s cooking cycle, so that you  
can check the food.  
Fresh Vegetables 1 cup  
Place the vegetable into a casserole  
and add some water.  
Cover during cooking and stir before  
standing.  
2 cups  
3 cups  
4 cups  
To pause the oven during cooking: press Pause/Cancel once. To  
restart, press Start.  
To stop cooking, erase instructions, and return the oven display to the  
time of day: press Pause/Cancel twice.  
To correct a mistake you have just entered: press Pause/Cancel once,  
then re-enter the instructions.  
Frozen Dinner  
8-10 oz  
10-12 oz  
Remove package from outerwrapping  
and follow package instructions for  
covering and standing. After cooking, let  
stand 1-3 min.  
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Operation  
Using the Handy Helper Button  
Item  
Weight  
1 EA  
Remarks  
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2
3
Press the Handy Helper button corresponding to the food you are  
cooking. The display shows “A-1”.(item code)  
Potato  
Prick each potato several times with fork.  
Place on turntable in spoke-like fashion.  
Remove from oven, wrap in foil and let  
stand 3-5 min.  
Once during cooking, the oven will beep  
to let you know to turn the food over.  
Press the Handy Helper button repeatedly to select the item you  
want.(Refer to the Handy Helper Chart below)  
Press the Number “1” or “2“ button to select the serving size you  
want. Only the “1” button(serving) is available to Soften Cream  
Cheese and Melt Chocolate.(Refer to the Handy Helper Chart  
below for the serving)  
2 EA  
3 EA  
4 EA  
Boil Water  
Bacon  
½ cup  
1 cup  
2 cups  
Measure liquid; pour into microwave-  
safe container that is 2 times larger than  
amount of liquid. Example: For 1 cup  
liquid use a 2 cup or larger dish.  
Stir well before and after heating to  
prevent erupting.  
Press Start button to begin cooking.  
Handy Helper Chart  
2 Slices  
4 Slices  
6 Slices  
Place 2 paper towels on plate and  
arrange bacon on towels, do not  
overlap. Cover with additional paper  
towel. Remove paper towel immediately  
after cooking.  
Use More or Less button for desired  
crispness.  
Item  
Code  
Weight  
Remarks  
Melt  
Chocolate  
A-1  
1 cup chips  
Place chocolate chips in a  
microwave-safe dish.  
Stir well at half time when the oven  
beeps, and re-start the oven.  
Unless stirred, the chocolate keeps  
its shape even when heating time is  
over.  
Frozen  
1 serving  
2 servings  
3 servings  
4 servings  
Remove from package.  
Vegetables  
(MW1440,  
ME1440,  
ME1480)  
Place the vegetables into a casserole  
bowl and add a small amount of water  
(2-4Tbsp).  
Soften Cream A-2  
Cheese  
1 package  
(8 oz.)  
Unwrap cream cheese and place on  
microwave-safe dish.  
Cover during cooking and stir before  
standing.  
Let stand 1-2 min.  
Frozen Breakfast  
(MW1440,  
ME1440,  
2-4 oz  
(MW1440  
only)  
4-6 oz  
6-8 oz  
Remove package from outer wrapping  
and follow package instructions for  
covering and standing.  
Melt Butter  
A-3  
1 stick  
Remove wrapping and cut butter in  
half vertically.  
Place butter in dish, cover with wax  
paper.  
Stir well after finishing and let stand  
1-2 min.  
(1/4 lb.)  
2 sticks  
(1/2 lb.)  
ME1480)  
After cooking, let stand 1-3 min.  
Baby food  
2.5 oz  
4 oz  
6 oz  
Remove lid from baby food and place in  
the center of oven.  
Check temperature and stir well before  
serving.  
The More/Less key cannot be used with  
the baby food key.  
(MW1240,1440,  
ME1240,1440  
ME1480)  
Soften Ice Cream  
(except 1040)  
1 pint  
Remove top of carton. Place carton in  
center of microwave oven.  
½ gallon  
Let stand 2 min. after microwaving.  
Pizza Reheat  
1 Slice  
Put the pizza on a microwave-safe plate  
with wide end of slice towards the  
outside edge of the plate.  
Do not let slices overlap. Do not cover.  
Before serving, let stand 1-2 min.  
2 Slices  
3 Slices  
4 Slices  
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Operation  
Using the Kids Meals Button  
Using the Snack Bar Button  
1
Press the Kids Meals button corresponding to the food you are  
cooking. The display shows “A-1”(item code).  
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Press the Snack Bar button corresponding to the food you are  
cooking. The display shows “A-1”(item code).  
Press the Kids Meals button repeatedly to select the item you  
want.(Refer to the Kids Meals Chart below)  
Press the Snack Bar button repeatedly to select the item you  
want.(Refer to the Snack Bar Chart below)  
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Press the Number 1 or 2 button to select the serving size you want.  
(Refer to the Kids Meals Chart below for the serving.)  
Press Start button to begin cooking.  
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3
Press the Number 1 or 2 button to select the serving size you want.  
Only the 1 button(serving) is available for Nachos.  
(Refer to the Snack Bar Chart below for the serving)  
Press Start button to begin cooking.  
Kids Meals Chart  
Snack Bar Chart  
Item  
Code Weight  
Remarks  
Item  
Nachos  
Code Weight  
Remarks  
Chicken  
Nuggets  
A-1  
4-5 oz  
6-7 oz  
Put a paper towel on top of plate and  
arrange nuggets in spoke fashion on  
paper towel.  
A-1  
1 serving  
Place tortilla chips on plate without  
overlapping.  
Do not cover. Let stand 1 min.  
Sprinkle evenly with cheese.  
Contents  
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Hot Dogs  
A-2  
2 EA  
4 EA  
Prick hot dogs, place on plate. When the  
oven beeps, add buns and re-start the  
oven.  
- 2 cups tortilla chips  
- 1/3 cup grated cheese  
French Fries A-3  
4-5 oz  
6-7 oz  
Place 2 paper towels on plate and  
arrange french fries on towels, do not  
overlap.  
Blot with additional paper towel after  
removal from oven.  
Chicken Wings A-2  
5-6 oz  
7-8 oz  
Use pre-cooked, refrigerated chicken  
wings.  
Place chicken wings around plate in  
spoke fashion and cover with wax  
paper.  
Frozen  
A-4  
1 EA  
2 EA  
Place frozen sandwich in susceptor  
"sleeve" (which is in package) and put on  
plate.  
Potato Skins  
A-3  
A-4  
1 cooked  
potato  
2 cooked  
potatoes  
Cut cooked potato into 4 even  
wedges. Scoop or cut out potato flesh,  
leaving about 1/4" of skin.  
Place skins in spoke fashion around  
plate.  
Sandwich  
Sprinkle with bacon, onions and  
cheese. Do not cover.  
Cheese Sticks  
5-6 pcs  
7-10 pcs  
Place cheese sticks on plate in spoke  
fashion.  
Do not cover.  
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Operation  
Reheating Automatically  
Defrosting Automatically  
To thaw frozen food, set the weight of the food and the microwave automati-  
cally sets the defrosting time, power level and standing time.  
(MW1240/1440, ME1240/1440/1280/1480)  
To reheat food, select the type of dish and the number of servings you want  
to reheat, and the microwave automatically sets the reheating time.  
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2
Press the Auto Defrost button. The display shows “0.5 lbs.” (0.2Kg if  
you have set your oven for metric measure).  
1
Press the Auto Reheat button repeatedly to select the type of dish  
you wish to reheat. The initial serving size for each dish is one serving.  
(“ENTER” and “ Lbs.” will flash).  
To set the weight of your food, press the Auto Defrost button  
repeatedly. This increases the weight by 0.5 lb increments, up to  
6.0 lbs (The Auto Defrost button will increase the weight by 0.2Kg  
up to 2.6kg if you are using metric measurement).  
You can select up to four servings for casseroles and pasta reheat.  
Only one serving is available for a plate of food.  
The display shows the dish and quantity you have chosen.  
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3
Use the number buttons to increase the serving size. For example,  
for three servings, press the 3 button(Refer to the Auto Reheat  
Chart below for the servings). The display shows the number of  
servings you have selected:  
You can also use the number buttons to enter the weight of the  
food directly.  
The oven calculates the defrosting time and starts automatically.  
Twice during defrosting, the oven will beep to let you know to turn  
the food over.  
Press the Start button. The display will show Cooking Time.  
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4
Press the Pause/Cancel button, open the oven door, and turn the  
food over.  
Press the Start button to resume defrosting.  
Auto Reheat Chart  
Item  
Weight  
Remarks  
Plate of food 1 serving  
Use only pre-cooked, refrigerated  
foods.  
Cover plate with vented plastic wrap  
or wax paper.  
See page 17 for the Auto Defrosting Guide.  
Contents  
- 3-4 oz. meat, poultry or fish ( up to  
6 oz. with bone)  
- ½ cup starch (potatoes, pasta,  
rice, etc.)  
- ½ cup vegetables (about 3-4 oz.)  
Casserole  
1 to 4 servings  
(8 oz./serving)  
Use only refrigerated foods.  
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.  
Stir foods well before serving.  
Pasta Reheat 1 to 4 servings  
(8 oz./serving)  
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Operation  
Setting Cooking Times & Power Levels  
Using the More/Less Buttons  
Your microwave allows you to set up to two different stages of cooking, each  
with its own time length and power level. The power level button lets you  
control the heating intensity from Warm (1) to High (0).  
The More/Less buttons allow you to adjust pre-set cooking times. They only  
work in the Instant, Handy Helper, Kids Meals, Snack Bar,  
Auto Reheat or Time Cook modes. Use the More/Less button only after  
you have already begun cooking with one of these procedures.  
One-stage Cooking  
For simple one-stage cooking, you only need to set a cooking time. The  
power level is automatically set to High. If you want to set the power to any  
other level, you must set it using the Power Level button.  
* Auto Reheat : MW1240/1440,ME1240/1440/1280/1480  
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2
To ADD more time to an automatic cooking procedure: Press the  
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Use the number buttons to set a cooking time. You can set a time from  
one second to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. To set a time over one minute,  
enter the seconds too. For example, to set 20 minutes, enter 2, 0,  
0, 0 .  
More(9) button.  
To REDUCE the time of an automatic cooking procedure: Press the  
Less(1) button.  
If you wish to increase/decrease in Time Cook mode by 10sec, press  
the More(9) or Less(1) button.  
2
If you want to set the power level to something other than High,  
press the Power Level button, then use the number buttons to  
enter a power level.  
Power Levels:  
Switching the Beeper On/Off  
1 = PL:10 (Warm)  
2 = PL:20 (Low)  
3 = PL:30 (Defrost)  
4 = PL:40 (Medium Low)  
5 = PL:50 (Medium)  
6 = PL:60 (Simmer)  
7 = PL:70 (Medium High)  
8 = PL:80 (Reheat)  
9 = PL:90 (Sauté)  
0 = PL:Hi (High)  
You can switch the beeper off whenever you want.  
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2
3
Press the Sound button. The display shows “ON”.  
(“START” will flash)  
Press the Sound button to turn the volume off. The display shows:  
“OFF”.(“START” will flash)  
Press Start.  
The display returns to the time of day.  
3
Press the Start button to begin cooking. If you want to change the  
power level, press Pause/Cancel before you press Start, and re-  
enter all of the instructions.  
Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures.  
You can set multiple stages of cooking with your microwave.  
Using the Kitchen Timer  
Multi-stage Cooking  
1
2
Press the Kitchen Timer button.  
1
Follow steps 1 and 2 in the “One-Stage Cooking” section on the  
previous page.  
Use the Number buttons to set the length of time you want the  
timer to run.  
When entering more than one cooking stage, the Power Level button  
must be pressed before the second cooking stage can be entered.  
3
4
Press Start to begin Kitchen Timer.  
The display counts down and beeps when the time has elapsed.  
Note: The microwave does not turn on when the Kitchen timer  
is used.  
To set the power level at High for a stage of cooking, press the Power  
Level button twice.  
2
3
Use the number buttons to set a second cooking time.  
Press the Power Level button, then use the number buttons to set  
the power level of the second stage of cooking.  
Setting the Child Protection Lock  
You can lock your microwave oven so it can’t be used by unsupervised chil-  
dren.  
4
Press Start to begin cooking.  
You can check the Power Level while cooking is in progress by pressing the  
Power Level button.  
1
Hold the “0” button and then press the 2 button. The display shows  
“Loc”.  
Demonstration Mode  
You can use the Demonstration Mode to see how your microwave oven  
operates without the oven heating.  
At this point, the microwave oven cannot be used until it is unlocked. To  
unlock it, repeat step 1 above.  
1
Hold the 0 button and then press the 1 button.  
To turn demo mode off, repeat step 1 above.  
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Cooking Instructions  
Cooking Utensils  
Not Recommended  
Recommended Use  
Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass is too thin to be used in a  
microwave, and can shatter.  
Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes — Use for heating or  
cooking.  
Paper bags — These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that  
are designed for microwave use.  
Styrofoam plates and cups — These can melt and leave an  
unhealthy residue on food.  
Plastic storage and food containers — Containers such as  
margarine tubs can melt in the microwave.  
Metal utensils — These can damage your oven. Remove all metal  
before cooking.  
Microwavable browning dish — Use to brown the exterior of small  
items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided  
with your browning dish.  
Microwavable plastic wrap — Use to retain steam. Leave a small  
opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the  
food.  
Wax paper — Use as a cover to prevent spattering.  
Paper towels and napkins — Use for short-term heating and  
covering; they absorb excess moisture and prevent spattering. Do not  
use recycled paper towels, which may contain metal and can catch fire.  
Testing Utensils  
If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave-safe or not, you can perform  
this test:  
Paper plates and cups — Use for short-term heating at low  
temperatures. Do not use recycled paper, which may contain metal and  
can catch fire.  
Thermometers — Use only those labeled “Microwave Safe” and follow  
all directions. Check the food in several places. Conventional  
thermometers may be used once the food has been removed from the  
oven.  
1
Fill one measuring cup with water and put it inside your oven, next to  
the dish you want to test.  
Limited Use  
Aluminum foil — Use narrow strips 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 not labeled, test them to make sure they  
can be used safely. Never use dishes with metallic trim.  
2
Press the One Minute + button once to heat them for one minute at  
High power.  
Plastic — Use only if labeled “Microwave Safe”. Other plastics can melt.  
Straw, wicker, and wood — Use only for short-term heating, as they  
can be flammable.  
The water should be warm and the dish you are testing should be cool. If the  
dish is warm, then it is absorbing microwave energy and is not acceptable  
for use in the microwave.  
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Cooking Instructions  
Cooking Techniques  
Stirring  
Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute  
heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats  
more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center. The oven will turn off  
when you open the door to stir your food.  
General Tips  
Dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to heat than lighter foods.  
Foods with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to  
avoid becoming tough.  
Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can affect cooking time.  
When using a new recipe, use the minimum cooking time and check the  
food occasionally to prevent overcooking.  
Arrangement  
Foods with a non-porous skin such as potatoes or hot dogs, should be  
pierced to prevent bursting.  
Frying with heating oil or fat is not recommended. Fat and oil can  
suddenly boil over and cause severe burns.  
Some ingredients heat faster than others. For example, the jelly inside a  
jelly doughnut will be hotter than the dough. Keep this in mind to avoid  
burns.  
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the  
thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive  
more microwave energy. To prevent overcooking, place thin or delicate parts  
toward the center of the turntable.  
Shielding  
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas  
that need shielding include poultry wing-tips, the ends of poultry legs, and  
corners of square baking dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum foil.  
Larger amounts can damage your oven.  
Home canning in the microwave oven is not recommended because all  
harmful bacteria may not be destroyed by the microwave heating  
process.  
Although microwaves do not heat the cookware, the heat from the food is  
often transferred to the cookware. Always use pot holders when  
removing food from the microwave and instruct children to do the same.  
Turning  
Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave  
energy. This is especially important with large items such as roasts.  
Making candy in the microwave is not recommended as candy can heat  
to very high temperatures. Keep this in mind to avoid injury.  
Standing  
Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook  
for a few 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 outer areas. All  
liquids, such as soup or hot chocolate, should be shaken or stirred when  
cooking is complete. Let liquids stand a moment before serving. When heat-  
ing baby food, stir well and test the temperature before serving.  
Adding Moisture  
Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in  
moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat dis-  
perses evenly. Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook.  
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Cooking Instructions  
Cooking Guide  
Guide for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave  
Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave  
Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork.  
Place fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish.  
Use a tight cover to steam fish. A lighter cover of wax paper or paper  
towel provides less steaming.  
Place meat on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish.  
Start meat fat-side down. Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any  
bone tips or thin meat areas.  
Do not overcook fish; check it at minimum cooking time.  
Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand  
the recommended time.  
The following temperatures are removal temperatures. The temperature  
of the food will rise during the standing time.  
Food  
Cook Time/Power Level  
Directions  
Arrange steaks on roasting rack  
with meaty portions towards the  
outside of rack. Cover with wax  
paper. Turn over and rearrange  
when cooking time is half up.  
Cook until fish flakes easily with  
a fork. Let stand 3-5 min.  
Steaks  
Cooking Time:  
6-10 min. / lb.  
Food  
Cook Time/Power Level  
Directions  
Up to 1.5 lbs.  
Power Level: Medium-  
Place roast fat-side down on  
roasting rack. Cover with wax  
paper. Turn over when  
cooking time is half up. Let  
stand 10 min.  
Roast Beef Cooking Time:  
High(7).  
7-11 min. / lb. for 115° F - Rare  
Boneless  
8-12 min. / lb. for 120° F - Medium  
9-14 min. / lb. for 145° F - Well  
Done  
Up to 4 lbs.  
Arrange fillets in a baking dish,  
turning any thin pieces under  
Cover with wax paper. If over ½  
inch thick, turn over and  
rearrange when cooking time is  
half up. Cook until fish flakes  
easily with a fork. Let stand 2-3  
min.  
Fillets  
Cooking Time:  
3-7 min. / lb  
Power Level: High(0) for first 5  
Up to 1.5 lbs.  
min., then Medium(5).  
Power Level: Medium-  
High(7).  
Place roast fat-side down on  
roasting rack. Cover with  
vented plastic wrap. Turn over  
when cooking time is half up.  
Let stand 10 min.  
Pork  
Cooking Time:  
11-15 min. / lb. for 160° F Well  
Done  
Boneless  
or bone-in  
Power Level: High(0) for first 5  
min., then Medium(5).  
Up to 4 lbs.  
Arrange shrimp in a baking dish  
without overlapping or layering.  
Cover with wax paper. Cook until  
firm and opaque, stirring 2 or 3  
times. Let stand 5 min.  
Shrimp  
Cooking Time:  
3-5 ½ min. / lb.  
Up to 1.5 lbs.  
Power Level: Medium-  
High(7).  
Guide for Cooking Poultry in Your Microwave  
Place poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe  
dish.  
Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering.  
Use aluminum foil to shield bone tips, thin meat areas, or areas that start  
to overcook.  
Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand  
the recommended time.  
Food  
Cook Time/Power Level  
Directions  
Place chicken breast-side down on  
roasting rack. Cover with wax paper.  
Turn over when the cooking time is half  
up. Cook until juices run clear and meat  
near the bone is no longer pink. Let  
stand 5-10 min.  
Whole  
Cooking Time:  
6-9 min. / lb.180°F  
Chicken  
Power Level: Medium  
High(7).  
Up to 4 lbs.  
Place chicken bone-side down on dish,  
with the thickest portions towards the  
outside of the dish. Cover with wax  
paper. Turn over when the cooking time  
is half up. Cook until juices run clear  
and meat near the bone is no longer  
pink. Let stand 5-10 min.  
Chicken Cooking Time:  
6-9 min. / lb.  
Pieces  
180°F dark meat  
170°F light meat  
Power Level: Medium  
High(7).  
Up to 2 lbs.  
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Cooking Instructions  
Guide for Cooking Eggs in Your Microwave  
Auto Defrosting Guide  
Never cook eggs in the shell, and never warm hard-cooked eggs in the  
shell; they can explode.  
Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food.  
Standard  
Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting.  
Cook eggs just until set; they become tough if overcooked.  
Food  
Procedure  
Amount  
Start with the food placed fat side down. After  
each stage, turn the food over and shield any  
warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum  
foil.  
Roast  
2.5-6.0 lbs.  
Beef, Pork  
Guide for Cooking Vegetables in Your Microwave  
Vegetables should be washed just before cooking. Often, no extra water  
is needed. If dense vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and green  
beans are being cooked, add about ¼ cup water.  
After each stage, rearrange the food. If there  
are any warm or thawed portions of food,  
shield them with narrow flat pieces of  
aluminum foil. Remove any pieces of food that  
are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered, for 5-  
10 minutes.  
Steaks,  
Chops,  
Fish  
0.5-3.0 lbs.  
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 turntable before cooking. They will  
cook more evenly if turned over after half the cooking time.  
After each stage, remove any pieces of food  
that are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered  
with foil, for 5–10 minutes.  
Ground  
Meat  
0.5-3.0 lbs.  
2.5-6.0 lbs.  
Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends  
pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center.  
When cooking cut vegetables, always cover the dish with a lid or vented  
microwavable plastic wrap.  
Whole, unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes, squash, eggplant, etc.,  
should have their skin pricked in several spots before cooking to prevent  
them from bursting.  
Remove giblets before freezing poultry. Start  
defrosting with the breast side down. After the  
first stage, turn the chicken over and shield  
any warm portions with narrow strips of  
aluminum foil. After the second stage, again  
shield any warm portions with narrow strips of  
aluminum foil. Let stand, covered, for 30–60  
minutes in the refrigerator.  
Whole  
Chicken  
For more even cooking, stir or rearrange whole vegetables halfway  
through the cooking time.  
Generally, the denser the food, the longer the standing time. (Standing  
time refers to the time necessary for dense, large foods and vegetables  
to finish cooking after they come out of the oven.) A baked potato can  
stand on the counter for five minutes before cooking is completed, while  
a dish of peas can be served immediately.  
After each stage, rearrange or remove any  
pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let  
stand for 10-20 minutes.  
Chicken  
Pieces  
0.5-3.0 lbs.  
Notes  
Check foods when the oven signals. After the final stage, small sections may  
still be icy; let them stand to continue thawing. Do not defrost until all ice  
crystals have thawed. Shielding roasts and steaks with small pieces of foil  
prevents the edges from cooking before the center of the food has defrosted.  
Use narrow, flat, smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover the edges and thin-  
ner sections of the food.  
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Cooking Instructions  
Recipes  
Beef and Barley Stew  
1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces  
½ cup chopped onion  
2 Tbs. all-purpose flour  
1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce  
1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) beef broth  
2 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch slices (about 1 cup)  
½ cup barley  
Warm Potato Salad  
2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces  
4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces  
¼ cup chopped onion  
2 tsp. sugar  
1 tsp. salt  
1 tsp. flour  
½ tsp. celery seed  
1/8 tsp. pepper  
2½ Tbs. apple cider vinegar  
1 bay leaf  
¼ tsp. pepper  
1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine potatoes and ¼ cup water. Cover with  
lid. Cook at High(0) until potatoes are tender (7-10 min.); stir twice. Drain  
and set aside to cool slightly.  
1 pkg. (9-10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed  
1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine beef, onion, flour, and Worcestershire;  
mix well. Cover with lid. Cook at High(0) for 6 to 8 minutes until beef is no  
longer pink, stirring once.  
2. In a medium bowl, cook bacon at High(0) until crisp (2½-3½ min.); stir  
once. Place bacon on a paper towel. Reserve 1 Tbs. drippings.  
3. Combine drippings and onion. Cover with plastic wrap; turn back a  
corner to vent steam. Cook at High(0) until tender (1½-2½ min.); stir  
once.  
2. Stir in beef broth, carrots, barley, bay leaf, and pepper. Cover with lid.  
Cook at Medium for 1 to 1½ hours until carrots and beef are tender,  
stirring 2 to 3 times.  
3. Stir in peas. Cover with lid. Cook at Medium for 10 minutes. Let stand for  
4. Stir in sugar, salt, flour, celery seed, and pepper. Cook at High(0) until  
10 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.  
mixture boils (30-40 sec.). Stir in vinegar and ½ cup water. Cook at  
High(0) until liquid boils and thickens slightly (1-2 min.); stir once.  
bacon to dressing. Pour dressing over potatoes. Stir well.  
Makes 6 servings.  
Add  
Broccoli and Cheese Casserole  
¼ cup butter or margarine  
¼ cup chopped onion  
Makes 6 servings.  
Black Bean Soup  
1 cup chopped onion  
1½ Tbs. flour  
1 clove garlic, minced  
½ tsp. salt  
2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, drained  
1 can (14-16 oz.) stewed tomatoes, chopped  
1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) chicken broth  
1 can (7-8.5 oz.) corn  
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies  
1-2 tsp. ground cumin, or to taste  
¼ tsp. dry mustard  
1/8 tsp. pepper  
1½ cups milk  
¼ cup chopped red pepper  
8 oz. (2 cups) cheddar cheese, shredded  
1 pkg. (9-10 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed  
4 cups cooked spiral shaped pasta (8 oz. dry)  
1. Place onion and garlic in a 3-quart casserole. Cover with lid. Cook at  
High(0) for 2 to 4 minutes until tender.  
1. In a 2-quart casserole, cook butter and onion at High(0) for 1 to 2  
minutes until onion is soft, stirring once.  
2. Add one can of beans, mash beans with a fork. Add remaining  
ingredients; mix well.  
3. Cook uncovered, at High(0) for 10 minutes; stir. Reduce power to  
Medium and cook for 5 minutes. Stir before serving.  
2. Add flour, salt, mustard, and pepper; mix well. Cook at High(0) for 30 to  
60 seconds until mixture boils. Stir in milk until smooth.  
3. Stir in red pepper. Cook at High(0) for 2 to 3 minutes until mixture boils  
and thickens slightly, stirring twice. Stir in cheese until melted.  
4. Add broccoli and pasta, mix well. Cover with lid. Cook at High(0) for 4 to  
6 minutes until heated through, stirring once. Stir before serving.  
Makes about 2 quarts.  
Makes 6 servings.  
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Appendix  
Troubleshooting Guide  
Care and Cleaning  
Before you call a repair person for your oven, check this list of possible prob-  
lems and solutions.  
Follow these instructions to clean and care for your oven.  
Keep the inside of the oven clean. Food particles and spilled liquids can stick  
to the oven walls, causing the oven to work less efficiently.  
Wipe up spills immediately. Use a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not use  
harsh detergents or abrasives.  
To help loosen baked on food particles or liquids, heat two cups of water  
(add the juice of one lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh) in a four-cup  
measuring glass at High power for five minutes or until boiling. Let stand in  
the oven for one or two minutes.  
Neither the oven’s display nor the oven operate.  
Properly insert the plug into a grounded outlet.  
If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the wall switch is turned  
on.  
Remove the plug from the outlet, wait ten seconds, then plug it in again.  
Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse.  
Plug another appliance into the outlet; if the other appliance doesn’t work,  
have a qualified electrician repair the outlet.  
Remove the glass tray from the oven when cleaning the oven or tray. To  
prevent the tray from breaking, handle it carefully and do not put it in water  
immediately after cooking. Wash the tray carefully in warm sudsy water or in  
the dishwasher.  
Clean the outside surface of the oven with soap and a damp cloth. Dry with a  
soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts of the oven, don’t let  
water seep into the openings.  
Plug the oven into a different outlet.  
The oven’s display works, but the power won’t come on.  
Make sure the door is closed securely.  
Check to see if packing material or other material is stuck to the door seal.  
Check for door damage.  
Press Cancel twice and re-enter all cooking instructions.  
Wash the door window with very mild soap and water. Be sure to use a soft  
cloth to avoid scratching.  
If steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth.  
Steam can accumulate when operating the oven in high humidity and in no  
way indicates microwave leakage.  
The power goes off before the set time has elapsed.  
If there has not been a power outage, remove the plug from the outlet, wait  
ten seconds, then plug it in again. If there was a power outage, the time  
indicator will display “  
” Reset the clock and any cooking instructions.  
Reset the circuit breaker or replace any blown fuse.  
Never operate the oven without food in it; this can damage the magnetron  
tube or glass tray. You may wish to leave a cup of water in the oven when it  
is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on.  
The food is cooking too slowly.  
Make sure the oven is on its own 20 amp circuit line. Operating another  
appliance on the same circuit can cause a voltage drop. If necessary, move  
the oven to its own circuit.  
You see sparks or arcing.  
If you have a problem you cannot solve,  
please call our service line:  
1-800-SAMSUNG  
Remove any metallic utensils, cookware, or metal ties. If using foil, use only  
narrow strips and allow at least one inch between the foil and interior oven  
walls.  
(1-800-726-7864)  
The turntable makes noises or sticks.  
Clean the turntable, roller ring and oven floor.  
Make sure the turntable and roller ring are positioned correctly.  
Using your microwave causes TV or radio interference.  
This is similar to the interference caused by other small appliances, such as  
hair dryers. Move your microwave further away from other appliances, like  
your TV or radio.  
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Appendix  
Specifications  
Model Number  
Oven Cavity  
Controls  
MW1040WC/BC  
Model Number  
Oven Cavity  
Controls  
ME1240SC  
1.0cuft  
1.2cuft  
10 power levels, including defrost  
99 minutes, 99 seconds  
120 VAC, 60 Hz  
10 power levels, including defrost  
99 minutes, 99 seconds  
120 VAC, 60 Hz  
Timer  
Timer  
Power Source  
Power Source  
Power Output/Consumption 1100 / 1550 Watts  
Power Output/Consumption 1100 / 1650 Watts  
11/32  
13/16  
29/32  
”(D)  
19/32  
25/32  
13/32  
Outside Dimensions  
Oven Cavity Dimensions  
Net/Gross Weight  
20  
13  
”(W) X 11  
3/32  
”(H) X 14  
Outside Dimensions  
Oven Cavity Dimensions  
Net/Gross Weight  
20  
14  
”(W) X 11  
1/64  
”(H) X 16  
”(D)  
”(D)  
7/32  
23/32  
31/64  
19/32  
”(W) X 9  
”(H) X 13  
”(D)  
”(W) X 9  
”(H) X 15  
33.8/37.3 lbs  
36/40 lbs  
Model Number  
Oven Cavity  
Controls  
MW1240WC/BC  
1.2cuft  
Model Number  
Oven Cavity  
Controls  
ME1440SC  
1.4cuft  
10 power levels, including defrost  
99 minutes, 99 seconds  
120 VAC, 60 Hz  
10 power levels, including defrost  
99 minutes, 99 seconds  
120 VAC, 60 Hz  
Timer  
Timer  
Power Source  
Power Source  
Power Output/Consumption 1200 / 1650 Watts  
Power Output/Consumption 1100 / 1600 Watts  
19/32  
25/32  
13/32  
”(D)  
7/8  
5/16  
13/16  
1/16  
Outside Dimensions  
Oven Cavity Dimensions  
Net/Gross Weight  
20  
14  
”(W) X 11  
1/64  
”(H) X 16  
Outside Dimensions  
Oven Cavity Dimensions  
Net/Gross Weight  
21 ”(W) X 12  
”(H) X 17  
”(H) X 16  
”(D)  
31/64  
19/32  
3/4  
13/16  
”(W) X 9  
”(H) X 15  
”(D)  
14 ”(W) X 9  
”(D)  
35/39.6 lbs  
40.0/44.0 lbs  
Model Number  
Oven Cavity  
Controls  
MW1440WC/BC  
1.4cuft  
Model Number  
Oven Cavity  
Controls  
ME1280STC  
1.2cu.ft  
10 power levels, including defrost  
99 minutes, 99 seconds  
120 VAC, 60 Hz  
10 power levels, including defrost  
99 minutes, 99 seconds  
120 VAC, 60 Hz  
Timer  
Timer  
Power Source  
Power Source  
Power Output/Consumption 1200 / 1600 Watts  
Power Output/Consumption 1100 / 1650 Watts  
7/8  
5/16  
13/16  
1/16  
19/32  
25/32  
13/32  
Outside Dimensions  
Oven Cavity Dimensions  
Net/Gross Weight  
21 ”(W) X 12  
”(H) X 17  
”(H) X 16  
”(D)  
Outside Dimensions  
Oven Cavity Dimensions  
Net/Gross Weight  
20  
14  
”(W) X 11  
1/64  
”(H) X 16  
”(D)  
”(D)  
3/4  
13/16  
31/64  
19/32  
14 ”(W) X 9  
”(D)  
”(W) X 9  
”(H) X 15  
39.6/42.9 lbs  
35.7/40.4 lbs  
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Appendix  
Warranty  
Specifications  
Warranty Information  
SAMSUNG MICROWAVE OVEN  
Model Number  
Oven Cavity  
Controls  
ME1480STC  
LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER  
1.4cuft  
10 power levels, including defrost  
99 minutes, 99 seconds  
120 VAC, 60 Hz  
This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by  
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and  
delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser,  
is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials  
and workmanship for a limited warranty period of:  
Timer  
Power Source  
Power Output/Consumption 1100/1600 Watts  
7/8  
5/16  
13/16  
1/16  
Outside Dimensions  
Oven Cavity Dimensions  
Net/Gross Weight  
21 ”(W) X 12  
”(H) X 17  
”(H) X 16  
”(D)  
One (1) Year Parts and Labor, Eight (8) Years Parts Warranty for Magnetron  
3/4  
13/16  
14 ”(W) X 9  
”(D)  
41.2/44.5 lbs  
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is  
valid only on products purchased and used in the United States. To  
receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for  
problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can  
only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized service center. The  
original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of  
purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG’s authorized service center.  
Transportation of the product to and from the service center is the  
responsibility of the purchaser.  
SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no  
charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products  
if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified  
above. All replaced parts and products become the property of  
SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG. Replacement parts  
and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90)  
days, whichever is longer.  
This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and  
workmanship encountered in normal, non-commercial use of this  
product and shall not apply to the following, including, but not limited to:  
damage which occurs in shipment; delivery and installation; applications  
and uses for which this product was not intended; altered product or  
serial numbers; cosmetic damage or exterior finish; accidents, abuse,  
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 connectors not  
supplied or authorized by SAMSUNG which damage this product or  
result in service problems; incorrect electrical line voltage, fluctuations  
and surges; customer adjustments and failure to follow operating  
instructions, cleaning, maintenance and environmental instructions that  
are covered and prescribed in the instruction book; product removal and  
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Warranty  
reinstallation; problems caused by pest infestations, and overheating or  
overcooking by user; glass tray or turntable; reduced magnetron power  
output related to normal aging. SAMSUNG does not warrant  
uninterrupted or error-free operation of the product.  
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS  
NORTH AMERICAN LIMITED WARRANTY ADDENDUM  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE  
LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES  
WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED  
TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER  
THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO  
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY  
PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS  
PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL  
NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE  
TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR ANY OTHER  
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED  
BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT,  
REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS  
BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE  
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF  
ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN  
THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG  
AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE  
FOREGOING, PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY  
FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND  
Subject to the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations of the  
Original Limited Warranty supplied with Samsung Electronics (SAMSUNG)  
products, and the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations con-  
tained herein, SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service  
in the United States on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in  
Canada on SAMSUNG products purchased in the United States, for the war-  
ranty period originally specified, and to the Original Purchaser only.  
The above described warranty repairs must be performed by a SAMSUNG  
Authorized Service Center. Along with this Statement, the Original Limited  
Warranty Statement and a dated Bill of Sale as Proof of Purchase must be  
presented to the Service Center. Transportation to and from the Service  
Center is the responsibility of the purchaser.  
Conditions covered are limited only to manufacturing defects in material or  
workmanship, and only those encountered in normal use of the product.  
Excluded, but not limited to, are any original specified provisions for, in-  
home or on-site services, minimum or maximum repair times, exchanges or  
replacements, accessories, options, upgrades, or consumables.  
PURCHASER’S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR  
PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO  
USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY  
BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY  
SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL  
PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND  
STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.  
For the locations of a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center in the United  
States and Canada, please contact SAMSUNG at:  
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)  
Or on-line at:  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty  
lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have  
other rights which vary from state to state.  
WWW.SAMSUNGUSA.COM and WWW.SAMSUNGCANADA.COM  
To obtain warranty service, please contact: SAMSUNG  
ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. - WWW.SAMSUNGUSA.COM  
SAMSUNG CUSTOMER SERVICE  
400 VALLEY ROAD, SUITE 201,  
MT. ARLINGTON, NJ 07856  
Tel: 973-601-6000, Fax: 973-601-6001  
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)  
WWW.SAMSUNGSUPPORT.COM  
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Guíd de Consulta Rápida en Español(Spanish)  
Usando el Botón PAUSE/CANCEL  
Descongelado Automático  
Para pausar mientras está cocinando, oprima una vez al botón PAUSE/  
CANCEL.  
Para detener el horno y borrar las instrucciones para cocinar, oprima  
dos veces al botón PAUSE/CANCEL.  
Para corregir un error de programación, oprima una vez al botón  
PAUSE/CANCEL y vuelva a programr las instrucciones.  
Para cancelar un ajuste del cronómetro, oprima una vez al botón  
PAUSE/CANCEL.  
Oprima repetidamente al botón AUTO DEFROST para ajustar el peso  
correcto de la comida que va descongelar.  
Cocinando Con un Bóton  
Oprima el botón ONE MINUTE + una vez para cada minuto que desea  
cocinar.  
Ajustando el Tiempo de Cocinado  
Poniendo el Reloj  
Si desea ajustar el tiempo de cocinado mientras el horno está en  
operación, oprima el botón MORE/LESS repetidamente hasta llegar al  
tiempo deseado.  
Oprima una vez al botón CLOCK.  
Utilice los botones numéricos 0–9 para seleccionar la hora correcta.  
Oprima una vez más al botón CLOCK para fijar la hora.  
Usando el Cronómetro  
Oprima los botones numéricos 0–9 para ajustar el tiempo, luego oprima  
el botón KITCHEN TIMER.  
Ajustando el Tiempo de Concinar y Niveles de  
Potencia – Cocinando en una Etapa  
Utilice los botones numéricos 0–9 para ajustar el tiempo de cocinar.  
Handy Helper, Kids Meals, Snack Bar  
Oprima el botón POWER LEVEL, y los botones numéricos 0–9 para  
seleccionar la potencia de cocinar (si es diferente a 0).  
Presione HANDY HELPER(KIDS MEALS, SNACK BAR) repetidamente  
pare seleccionar tipo de platillo.  
Oprima el botón START para comenzar a cocinar.  
Para incrementar tamaño de porción, presione los botones numéricos.  
Presione START para comenzar.  
Ajustando el Tiempo de Concinar y Niveles de  
Potencia – Cocinando en Etapas Múltiples  
Recalentado Automático  
(MW1240/1440,ME1240/1440/1280/1480)  
Utilice los botones numéricos 0–9 para ajustar el tiempo de cocinar.  
Oprima el botón POWER LEVEL, y los botones numéricos 0–9 para  
seleccionar la potencia de cocinar (si es diferente a 0).  
Presione AUTO REHEAT repetidamente para selec-cionar tipo de  
platillo.  
Para incrementar tamaño de porción, presione los botones numéricos  
Utilice los botones numéricos 0–9 para ajustar el segundo tiempo de  
cocinar.  
Oprima el botón POWER LEVEL, y los botones numéricos 0–9 para  
seleccionar la potencia de cocinar (si es diferente a 0).  
Utilice los botones numéricos 0–9 para ajustar el tercer tiempo de  
cocinar.  
Oprima el botón POWER LEVEL, y los botones numéricos 0–9 para  
seleccionar la potencia de cocinar (si es diferente a 0).  
Presione START para comenzar.  
Oprima el botón START para comenzar a cocinar.  
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Quick Reference(English)  
Feature  
Operation  
Set Clock  
1. Press CLOCK.  
2. Use number buttons to enter the current time.  
3. Press CLOCK again.  
One Stage  
Cooking  
1. Use number buttons to set cooking time.  
2. Set power level or leave at High.  
3. Press START.  
One Minute+  
Cooking  
1. Press the ONE MINUTE + button once for each  
minute of cooking.  
2. The time will display and the oven will start.  
Instant Cook  
Buttons  
1. Press button that corresponds to the food you are  
cooking (for example, BEVERAGE).  
2. Press the button repeatedly to select serving size.  
Auto Defrost  
1. Press AUTO DEFROST.  
2. Enter weight of food by pressing AUTO DEFROST  
button repeatedly or using the number buttons.  
3. When the oven beeps, press PAUSE/CANCEL  
button and turn food over. Press START to resume  
defrosting cycle.  
ELECTRONICS  
Set Cooking  
1. Use number buttons to set cooking time.  
Time and Power 2. To set power level at other than HIGH, press  
POWER LEVEL and use the number buttons to  
enter the power level.  
3. Press START to begin cooking.  
Levels  
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.  
HEADQUARTERS  
105 CHALLENGER ROAD  
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NEW JERSEY 07660-0511  
Handy Helper,  
Kids Meals,  
Snack Bar  
1. Press HANDY HELPER(KIDS MEALS, SNACK  
BAR) repeatedly to select type of dish to reheat.  
2. To increase serving size, press the corresponding  
number button.  
3. Press START to begin cooking.  
Auto Reheat  
1. Press AUTO REHEAT repeatedly to select type  
(MW1240/1440, ME1240/  
1440/1280/1480)  
of dish to reheat.  
2. To increase serving size, press the  
corresponding number button.  
3. Press START to begin reheating cycle.  
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.  
March 2003  
Printed in Korea  
 

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