How to use Sensor Cook features in Microwave

Get perfectly cooked meals easily with the  Sensor Cook feature. Just press a button, and the microwave senses the humidity inside to adjust cooking mode and time automatically. This keeps the natural texture and flavor of your food, whether you're cooking vegetables, chicken, pasta, or other dishes.

No need to manually set cooking times or power levels. You can customize the Sensor Cook category using the Multi Function Selector Dial.

1. Place your food in the center of the turntable.
2. Close the microwave door.
3. Press the Sensor button.

4. Choose the type of food you're cooking by turning the Multi Function Selector Dial. Check the table below for details on the different pre-set options.

5. Press the START/+30s button to initiate cooking.

Upon completion of cooking:

1. The oven will beep 4 times.
2. A reminder signal will beep 3 times, occurring once every minute.
3. The display will revert to showing "0".

The table below outlines 8 Sensor Cook programs, including recommended weight ranges per item after cooking and specific instructions. Initially, the display shows the sensor period. After this phase, the cooking time and power level are automatically calculated, and the remaining cooking time is displayed. The sensor system continuously monitors and controls the cooking process for optimal results.

Auto sensor cooking instructions

The Auto Sensor allows you to cook your food automatically by detecting the number of gases generated from the food while cooking.

• When cooking food, many kinds of gases are generated. The Auto Sensor determines the proper time and power level by detecting these gases from the food, eliminating the need to set the cooking time and power level.
• When you cover a container with its lid or plastic wrap during Sensor Cooking, the Auto Sensor will detect the gases generated after the container has been saturated with steam.
• Shortly before cooking ends, the remaining cooking time will begin its count down. This will be a good time for you to rotate or stir the food for even cooking if it is necessary.
• Before auto sensor cooking food may be seasoned with herbs, spices or browning sauces. A word of caution though, salt or sugar may cause burn spots on food so these ingredients should be added after cooking.

Utensils & Cover for sensor cooking

• To obtain good cooking results with this function, follow the directions for selecting appropriate containers and covers mentioned in the product user manual.
• Fill containers at least half full.
• Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with their lids or with plastic wrap. When using plastic wrap, turn back one corner to allow steam to escape at the proper rate.
• Always cover with the lid intended for the utensil being used. If the utensil does not have its own lid, use plastic wrap.
• Foods that require stirring or rotating should be stirred or turned toward the end of the Sensor Cook cycle, after the time has started to count down on the display.

Important points

• After installing the oven and plugging into an electrical outlet, do not unplug the power cord. The gas sensor needs time to stabilize in order to cook satisfactorily.
• It is not advisable to use the auto sensor cooking feature on a continuous cooking operation, i.e., one cooking operation immediately after another.
• Install the oven in a well-ventilated location for proper cooling and airflow and to ensure the sensor will operate accurately.
• To avoid poor results, do not use the Auto sensor when the room ambient temperature is too high or too low.
• Do not use volatile detergent to clean your oven. Gas resulting from this detergent may affect the sensor.
• Avoid placing the oven near high moisture or gas emitting appliances, since this will interfere with the proper performance of the Auto Sensor.
• Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe all spills with a damp cloth. This oven is designed for household use only.

For more information, please get in touch with Samsung customer care.