Quick and Easy Instructions to Set Your Samsung Microwave Clock

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Quick and easy step-by-step instructions to set the clock on your Samsung microwave
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What time is it? Read on to learn more about setting the time and resetting the clock on your Samsung microwave. This article covers a variety of microwave models and the different buttons used (with or without a CLOCK button) to set and adjust the clock.

Quick Steps

  1. Press the "Clock" button or the "Power Level" button for 3 seconds.
  2. Enter the time.
  3. Press the "Clock" button again to apply AM/PM.
  4. Press the "Enter/Start/OK" button to set the time.
Method 1
Method 1 of 5:

Using the Clock Button

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    Most models have a clock button that you can press to set the time, including ME18H704SF, ME16H702SE, ME20H705MS, and ME11A7510D.
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    Use the number pad to do this.
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    If your model doesn't have AM/PM, skip this step.
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    This might say OK instead. Pressing this button will apply your changes. [1]
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Method 2
Method 2 of 5:

Using Arrow Buttons

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    The full text on this button is OK/Clock .
    • Models including MG11T5018CC use this method.
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    Press the left or right arrow buttons to set the hour that you want.
    • Press OK when you're done changing the hour.
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    Press the left or right arrow buttons to set the minutes.
    • Press OK when you're done. The display will show the time you set.
    • You'll need to change the time to reflect daylight savings time. [2]
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Method 3
Method 3 of 5:

Using the Options Button

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    It's on the right side of the front panel with Keep Warm , and +30 sec .
    • Models including ME21M706BA use this method.
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    Pressing this allows you to set the clock.
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    It's next to Kitchen Timer and Eco Mode .
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    You'll need to manually adjust the time to reflect daylight savings time.
    • Press OK when you're done to display the time.
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Method 4
Method 4 of 5:

Using the Power Level Button

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    You'll see a clock icon below the words "Power Level" that indicates that long-pressing that button serves another function.
    • Use this method if you have a ME19R7041F or similar model.
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    You'll need to change this to reflect daylight savings time.
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    Press it once for AM and twice for PM.
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    This sets the time that you entered.
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Method 5
Method 5 of 5:

Using the My Settings Button

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    It's on the right side of the front panel with Kitchen Timer , and Enter/Start .
    • Use this method if you have a MC17J8000CS or similar model.
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    Pressing this allows you to set the clock.
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    It's next to Kitchen Timer and Eco Mode .
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    You'll need to manually adjust the time to reflect daylight savings time.
    • Press OK when you're done to display the time.
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