us_main.book.book Page 1 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM OWNER'S MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH MVEM1825* MFL06317621 Rev.01_060222 www.lg.com Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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us_main.book.book Page 3 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others.
us_main.book.book Page 4 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - 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. • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. - Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
us_main.book.book Page 5 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 • The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven. Children must be kept away unless continuously supervised. • The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating. • Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated.
us_main.book.book Page 6 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter. • Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36 inches wide or less.
us_main.book.book Page 7 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM INSTALLATION 7 INSTALLATION Front View CAUTION • To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, metal cookware, or metal rimmed cookware in the oven. • Keep aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the oven walls and other pieces of foil. Foil can cause arcing if it gets too close to the oven walls during cooking. NOTE • This microwave oven is designed for household use only. It is not recommended for commercial use.
us_main.book.book Page 8 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 8 INSTALLATION • Attach the 2 lag screws supporting the oven to a vertical, 2" x 4" wall stud. • DO NOT mount the microwave oven to an island or peninsula cabinet. • Be sure that the upper cabinet and rear wall structures can support 150 lb. plus the weight of any items you place inside the oven or upper cabinet. • Locate the oven away from areas with strong drafts, such as near windows, doors, and large heating vents.
us_main.book.book Page 9 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM OPERATION 9 OPERATION The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel Features f Cook Time Set a cooking time. g Power Level Select a cooking power level. h Settings • Adjust the default values for Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi • Press and hold Settings for 3 seconds to connect the Wi-Fi network. i Number Pads and More/Less • Number Pads: Press the buttons to set cooking time, power level, quantity, or weight.
us_main.book.book Page 10 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 10 OPERATION p Vent Functions • Press On/Off to turn the vent fan on or off. (default: high) • Press 2 Speed to set the vent fan speed. • Press Auto Timeset to set ventilation time. (Turns off after 1, 3, 5, 10 or 30 minutes) Kitchen Timer The Timer function serves as an extra kitchen timer up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. It chimes when the set time runs out. It does not start or stop cooking.
us_main.book.book Page 11 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM OPERATION 11 • Be careful when touching the glass turntable during and after cooking. The glass turntable can become hot. Setting the Wi-Fi on Press Settings. 2 Press 1 to set the Wi-Fi on. Setting Ventilation Functions Use this button to set the vent fan speed. The vent removes steam and other vapors from the cooking surface. Turning the Vent Fan On or Off 1 Press On/Off once to turn the vent fan on.
us_main.book.book Page 12 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 12 OPERATION Wi-Fi Connect the appliance to a home Wi-Fi network to use smart functions. See SMART FUNCTIONS for more details. Wi-Fi on the appliance can be turned on or off within the Settings menu. Setting Up Wi-Fi 1 2 Press and hold the Settings button for three seconds. The Wi-Fi icon f appears at the top of the display when Wi-Fi is turned on. Follow the instructions in the LG ThinQ application.
us_main.book.book Page 13 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM OPERATION 13 2 4 Press Power Level and enter the power level (8). Press START/Enter. Cooking Mode Cook your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels. Using the Sensor Functions The sensor features offer convenient cooking or reheating of popular food items automatically using preprogrammed settings. The Sensor system works by detecting built up steam so there is no need to set cook times or power levels.
us_main.book.book Page 14 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 14 OPERATION 1 Press Cook. • 6 Ground Meat (4 -16 oz.) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl 2 3 - Food temperature: Room Use the number keys or press Cook to enter the desired menu code from the Sensor Cook Menu. - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. Stir after cooking. • 7 Casserole (1 - 4 cups) Press START/Enter. - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and END appears in the display.
us_main.book.book Page 15 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM OPERATION 15 bag of prepackaged microwave popcorn on the center of the glass tray. vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes. • 2 Fresh vegetable (Soft) (1 - 4 cups) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl or casserole Setting the Potato Function - Soft vegetables: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Spinach etc. 1 Press Potato. 2 Press START/Enter. 3 Press STOP/Clear to cancel the sensor potato function at any time.
us_main.book.book Page 16 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 16 OPERATION - Lamb: Chops (1 inch thick), rolled roast WARNING - Pork: Chops (0.5 inch thick), hot dogs, spareribs, country-style ribs, rolled roast, sausage • Be careful when handling the container. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling. Therefore, care must be taken when handing the container. Defrost Mode - Veal: Cutlets (1 lb, 0.5 inch thick) When the oven beeps, turn food over.
us_main.book.book Page 17 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM OPERATION 17 • 1 Butter (1, 2 or 3 sticks (4 oz/1 stick)) - Cookware: Microwave-safe dish - Food temperature: Refrigerated • 2 Ice Cream (Pint, Quart, Half Gallon) - Food temperature: Frozen - Instructions: Remove lid and cover. Place food in oven. Ice cream will be soft enough to make scooping easier. • 3 Cream Cheese (3 or 8 oz) - Cookware: Microwave-safe dish - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Unwrap and place food in oven.
us_main.book.book Page 18 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 18 OPERATION - Plastic Microwave Cookware: A variety of shapes and sizes of microwave cookware are available. You may be able to use items you already have on hand rather than investing in new kitchen equipment. - Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the side walls and door of the oven. • Wood - Wood bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven.
us_main.book.book Page 19 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM OPERATION 19 • Always be careful when taking cookware out of the oven. Some dishes absorb heat from the cooked food and may be hot. Cooking Tips Carefully monitor the food in the microwave oven while it is cooking. Directions given in recipes to elevate, stir, etc., are the minimum steps recommended. If food is overcooked (dry), undercooked, or unevenly cooked, make adjustments before or during cooking to correct the problem.
us_main.book.book Page 20 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 20 OPERATION food is still frozen solid in the center, return it to the microwave oven for more defrosting. - Depending on the shape of the food, some areas may defrost more quickly than others. - The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than a deep block. - For best results, shape ground meat into the form of a doughnut before freezing.
us_main.book.book Page 21 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM SMART FUNCTIONS 21 SMART FUNCTIONS Before Using LG ThinQ Application This feature is only available on models with Wi-Fi. 1 The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. • If the appliance is too far from the wireless router, the signal becomes weak. It may take a long time to connect or fail to install the application.
us_main.book.book Page 22 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 22 SMART FUNCTIONS try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: NOTE • If the appliance cannot be connected due to problems with the wireless signal transmission, unplug the appliance and wait about a minute before trying again. • If the firewall on your wireless router is enabled, disable the firewall or add an exception to it. • The wireless network name (SSID) should be a combination of English letters and numbers.
us_main.book.book Page 23 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM SMART FUNCTIONS 23 Smart DiagnosisTM Feature Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. The display will count down the time. Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, the diagnosis will be displayed in the application. Use this feature to help you diagnose and solve problems with your appliance. NOTE NOTE • For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.
us_main.book.book Page 24 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 24 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning 3 Cleaning the Interior Cleaning the Accessories 1 Use a damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the door and wipe out crumbs between the door and the frame. 2 Remove greasy spatters with a soapy cloth and then rinse and dry. • Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon. • If steam accumulates inside or outside of the oven door, wipe the panels with a soft cloth.
us_main.book.book Page 25 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM MAINTENANCE 25 To remove, slide the grease filter forward slightly and pull it downward. 5 Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild detergent. 6 Rinse well and shake to dry. ENGLISH 4 4 Slide a new charcoal filter into place. 5 Slide the bottom of the vent cover into place. Push the top until it snaps into place. Tighten the vent cover screw in place. • Do not operate the hood without the filters in place.
us_main.book.book Page 26 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 26 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will the oven be damaged if it operates while empty? A: Yes. Never operate the oven while it is empty or without the glass tray. Q: Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? A: No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity. The holes (or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.
us_main.book.book Page 27 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM TROUBLESHOOTING 27 Can I pop popcorn in my oven? How do I get the best results? A: Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacturer’s guidelines or use the preprogrammed Popcorn button. Do not use regular paper bags. Use the listening test by stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows to a pop every one or two seconds. Do not try to repop unpopped kernels. You can also use special microwave poppers.
us_main.book.book Page 28 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 28 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Operation Problem Microwave oven does not start Possible Cause & Solution Power cord is unplugged, door is open, or cooking time has not been set. • Plug in power cord. Or, check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. • Close oven door. • Set cooking time. Timer function started.
us_main.book.book Page 29 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM TROUBLESHOOTING 29 Problem Improper Defrosting Possible Cause & Solution Cookware is not microwave safe, or cook settings were wrong. • Test that cookware is microwave safe. • Turn or stir food during defrost cycle. Moisture collects on oven window or steam comes from oven vent This happens when cooking foods high in moisture. • This is normal.
us_main.book.book Page 30 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 30 LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY USA TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG ELECTRONICS ("LG") TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED "PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES" BELOW.
us_main.book.book Page 31 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM LIMITED WARRANTY 31 • Damage or failure of the Product resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the Product owner’s manual. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by unauthorized modification or alteration, or if the Product is used for other than the intended purpose. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, or ventilation codes.
us_main.book.book Page 32 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 32 LIMITED WARRANTY Problem Microwave oven installation issue. • Vibration noise • Unit is not level Cause • Mounting bracket screw not fixed completely. • Mounting plate not aligned.
us_main.book.book Page 33 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM LIMITED WARRANTY 33 Problem Cause • Improper blower unit direction or installation. • Weak or no ventilation. • Improper ductwork or damper connection. • Check blower unit direction and reinstall if necessary. • Properly align the exhaust operation ports and blower plate opening. • Abnormal noise during operation. • Product overheating. • Blower unit exhaust ports should be completely exposed to the outside.
us_main.book.book Page 34 Tuesday, May 31, 2022 1:15 PM 34 LIMITED WARRANTY arbitration, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court, but that small claims court action may not be brought on a class or representative basis. Arbitration Rules and Procedures. To begin arbitration of a claim, either you or LG must make a written demand for arbitration.
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