Many Samsung oven models include a convenient cook time or timed cook feature that allows you to set the oven to turn on immediately, cook for a preset time, and then automatically turn off when the cook time has elapsed. This can be useful for recipes where you want the oven to heat up and cook unattended for a specific duration. However, there are some important factors to understand about how the cook time function interacts with oven settings on Samsung models.
In general, the cook time feature on Samsung ovens will turn the oven off after the set cook time, but there are a couple caveats:
Oven Preheat
If you have set the oven to preheat before starting the cook time, the cook time will not start counting down until the oven reaches the target preheat temperature. For example, if you set the oven to preheat to 350°F and program a 30 minute cook time, the cook time countdown will not start until the oven finishes preheating to 350°F first. So that means the total oven time will be longer than just the 30 minute cook time alone.
Oven Mode Settings
On most Samsung oven models, the cook time feature works differently depending on which oven mode is selected. For bake, convection bake, and convection roast modes, the cook time will turn the oven off when the time has elapsed. However, for broil and convection broil modes, the cook time acts as a reminder timer but will not turn the oven off automatically when the cook time is up. You need to turn broil modes off manually.
Additionally, on some models the cook time is disabled in self-clean mode since the high temperatures and duration required for self-clean would exceed any reasonable cook time.
How Cook Time Works on Different Samsung Oven Models
There are some variances in how the cook time function operates across different Samsung oven models and product lines. Here is a more detailed breakdown:
Samsung Flex Duo Electric Range Ovens
On the Flex Duo lineup with dual oven cavities, the upper oven has fairly standard cook time functionality. It will turn the upper oven off at the end of the cook time for all modes except broil.
The lower oven on Flex Duo models has an enhanced timer system called OTFT (Oven Timer for Two). For all oven modes including bake, convection bake, and convection roast, both the cook time and a separate stand-alone kitchen timer can run simultaneously. The cook time will shut the oven off when elapsed, while the kitchen timer provides an alert/reminder without turning the oven off.
Samsung FlexBake Electric Wall Ovens
On FlexBake single or double wall oven products, using cook time in bake or convection bake modes will turn the oven off when the cook time ends. For convection roast mode, the cook time functions as an alert timer but will not turn the oven off automatically.
Samsung Slide-In Electric Ranges
For most slide-in Samsung electric ranges, setting a cook time in bake or convection bake will turn the oven off at the end of the cook time as expected. However, on some models the cook time is disabled in the convection roast mode so it can only be used for baking modes. Always check your user manual.
Samsung Gas Range Ovens
This gets a bit more complicated for Samsung gas range ovens. On most models, the cook time functions normally for bake and convection bake, turning the oven off when time expires.
But for convection roast or any gas broil mode, the cook time serves as a reminder timer only and will not shut the oven off. This is because gas ovens require manually turning the gas supply off and gas broil modes reach very high temperatures.
Cook Time Tips for Samsung Ovens
Here are some helpful tips when using the cook time function on your Samsung oven:
- Check your user manual to understand how cook time works in different oven modes for your specific model.
- Allow extra preheat time if you set an oven preheat – cook time only starts counting after oven is preheated.
- For gas ovens, cook time will not turn off broil modes or convection roast since gas must be manually switched off.
- Don’t rely solely on cook time for food safety or very long cooks – check food periodically.
- You can add extra cook time during cooking if needed by turning knob or using touch controls.
- Cook time and kitchen timers can run simultaneously on many models for added flexibility.
Following these tips will help you get the most out of the convenient cook time function on your Samsung oven. Taking a few moments to understand how it works for your specific model will ensure you get the results you want.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about how Samsung oven cook time functions:
Does cook time turn off the oven automatically?
In most cases yes, cook time will turn the oven off automatically at the end of the set duration for baking modes on electric models. The exception is gas ovens and broil modes, where cook time acts as a timer but will not switch the oven off.
What happens if I set a cook time and preheat?
The oven will preheat first, then cook time will start counting down after preheat temperature is reached. So total oven time is longer than just the set cook time.
Can I change the cook time once the oven is on?
Yes, on most models you can add more cook time by turning the knob or adjusting the touch control while oven is on and cooking. This adds to the original cook time.
Table showing how cook time functions in different oven modes for a sample Samsung electric range:
| Oven Mode | Cook Time Function |
|---|---|
| Bake | Turns oven off when time elapses |
| Convection Bake | Turns oven off when time elapses |
| Broil | Timer only, does not turn oven off |
| Convection Roast | Turns oven off when time elapses |
Should I rely on cook time alone for food safety?
No, always monitor food closely and use a food thermometer for doneness – don’t depend solely on cook time for food safety. Cook times are estimates and ovens can vary.
Can I use cook time for the self-clean cycle?
No, cook time is disabled and should not be used during self-clean cycles. Self-clean has specialized high-heat requirements exceeding normal cook times.
Conclusion
The cook time function on Samsung ovens provides a convenient ability to have the oven turn off automatically after a set duration. However, it’s important to understand how it interacts with preheat, oven modes, and gas versus electric models. Check your owner’s manual and follow the usage tips provided here to get the most out of this handy feature. With the right expectations set, cook time can take one more cooking task off your plate!
