This over-the-range microwave easily cooks food in minutes. The 400 cfm ventilation system with a 4-speed vent fan eliminates odors quickly and effectively.
A: The SMH9187ST can be set up to vent outside, or filtered air can be recirculated into the room. The charcoal filter is included, and will help to filter odors from the cooktop if you choose to set up the microwave to recirculate the air. Which way you choose to vent is based entirely on your personal preference and your kitchen layout. - Ms. Samsung
Q: how does it vent externally? from the top or the back?
A: The SMH9187ST can be set up to vent outside from the rear or top of the unit, or filtered air can be recirculated into the room from vents located in the front that are concealed from view. Thank you for your interest, Ms. Samsung
A: This unit can be vented to the inside and it does come with a carbon filter for use with inside venting. Mine (SMH9187ST) has never vented either well or quietly. I am not happy with the venting of this product and would recommend you stay away from Samsung as their customer service has been less than desirable. Hope this helps.
Q: How does microwave accomplish low power
A: Like most other microwaves, the SMH9187 cycles the magnetron on and off as needed to accomplish lower-than-100% power level settings. Thank you for your interest, Ms. Samsung
Q: do all over the range microwaves need to be atteched to a cabinet for installation?
A: Yes, all current Samsung over-the-range microwaves require they be mounted both to the rear wall using the included mounting bracket, as well as to a secure surface above it, which would usually be a cabinet. For more information, feel free to download a pdf file of the installation instructions from Samsung's website. Thank you, Ms. Samsung
Q: What are the dimensions of the microwave?
A: Samsung's SMH9187ST microwave measures 29-7/8” wide by 16-1/2” high by 15-15/32” deep. Thanks for your interest! Ms. Samsung
Q: Can the buzzer be silenced?
A: I’m happy to tell you that the SMH9187ST does have an ON/OFF setting for the sound. Instructions for changing this and other settings can be found on page 16 of the User Manual, under My Settings. - Ms. Samsung
Q: Do you need to push a button before you enter the cook time?
A: Thank you for the question. There are a number of ways to program the SMH9187ST to cook, including one-touch Sensor Cook buttons and pre-sets, and the Cook function which enables you to adjust the power level for multi-stage cooking. Another option is to press the buttons on the number keypad to set the time then press start, like you're accustomed to doing. For more information on the many features and programming options on your SMH9187ST microwave, please refer to the User Manual which can be downloaded as a pdf file from Samsung's website for easy reference. - Ms. Samsung