us_main.book.book Page 1 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 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 MFL71664501 Rev.05_082020 www.lg.com Copyright © 2020-2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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us_main.book.book Page 3 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 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 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Do not immerse the electrical 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 to the microwave oven when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. - Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
us_main.book.book Page 5 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 The oven must only be used for heating or cooking food. The results of misuse can include safety risks such as fire, burns, or death due to electric shock. • The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children must be kept away unless continuously supervised. • Do not use recycled paper products.
us_main.book.book Page 6 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following: - Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television. - Relocate the Microwave Oven with respect to the receiver. - Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
us_main.book.book Page 7 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 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. NOTE • This microwave oven is designed for household use only. It is not recommended for commercial use. a Control Panel b Door Open Button • Do not cook food for too long. The microwave oven can be damaged. • A beep sounds each time you press a key.
us_main.book.book Page 8 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 8 INSTALLATION least 15 A or 20 A and the microwave oven is the only appliance on the circuit. It is not designed for 50 Hz or any circuit other than a 120 V/60 Hz circuit. No other electrical appliances or lighting circuits should be on this line. If in doubt, consult a licensed electrician. • Ensure proper ground exists before use.
us_main.book.book Page 9 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM OPERATION 9 OPERATION ENGLISH Control Panel Control Panel Features a Smart Diagnosis Diagnose and solve problems with your appliance. Refer to the SMART FUNCTION chapter. b Display Shows the time of day, cooking time settings, and selected cooking functions. c Sensor Operations Press the buttons to select preprogrammed cook and defrost settings for popular food items.
us_main.book.book Page 10 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 10 OPERATION Before Use Setting the Clock Set the current time to operate the microwave oven. 1 Press STOP/Clear. 2 Press and hold Timer/Clock until 12H appears in the display (approximately 3 seconds), and press START/Enter. • To switch between the 12-hour and 24-hour clock modes, press Timer/Clock. 3 Press the number keys to set the desired hour and minutes, and press START/Enter.
us_main.book.book Page 11 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM OPERATION 11 2 Power Level • The oven starts immediately and the time counts down in the display. Use • Press START/Enter repeatedly to extend the cook time by 30 seconds every time the button is pressed. • Browning ground beef. • Making candy. • Cooking whole poultry, poultry pieces, fish & vegetables. • Cooking tender cuts of meat. Interrupting Cooking • To stop the oven during a cycle, open the door.
us_main.book.book Page 12 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 12 OPERATION food items automatically using preprogrammed settings. The Sensor system works by detecting built up steam. • Make sure the door remains closed. • Opening the door or pressing the STOP/Clear button before the steam is detected will stop the process and the oven. • Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good sensor cooking results. - Always use microwavable containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap.
us_main.book.book Page 13 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM OPERATION 13 NOTE Sensor Reheat Menu Press STOP/Clear. 2 Press Popcorn and press START/Enter. CAUTION • Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to pop leftover kernels. Refer to the below to set the desired code and weight. • Do not pop popcorn, except in a microwave-safe container or commercial packages designed for microwave ovens. Sr-1 Beverage (1 - 2 cups, 240 ml per cup) • Use a mug or microwave-safe cup. Do not cover.
us_main.book.book Page 14 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 14 OPERATION Pop Popcorn (3.5 oz.) • Pop only one package at a time. For best results, use a fresh bag of popcorn. Place a bag of prepackaged microwave popcorn on the center of the glass tray. Defrost Mode The oven has 4 preset defrost cycles. The Defrost Menu shows the suggested defrost cycle for various foods. This defrost function conveniently chimes during the cycle to remind you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange the food.
us_main.book.book Page 15 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM OPERATION 15 periods or at high power levels, as the hot food will eventually warp or melt the plastic. - Plastic Cooking Bags: Provided they are specially made for cooking, cooking bags are microwave safe. Remember to make a slit in the bag so that steam can escape. Never use ordinary plastic bags for cooking in the microwave oven, as they will melt and rupture.
us_main.book.book Page 16 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 16 OPERATION 2 Heat the container and glass measuring cup for 1 minute at HIGH power. • If the water heats up but the container remains cool to the touch, the container is microwave-safe. • If the temperature of the water does not change but the container becomes warm, it is not safe for use in the microwave oven. CAUTION • Some items with high lead or iron content are not suitable for microwave cooking.
us_main.book.book Page 17 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM OPERATION 17 Precautions WARNING • Never operate the oven when it is empty. Food or water should always be in the oven during operation to absorb the microwave energy. • Place the front surface of the door three inches or more from the edge of a countertop to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. • To program the oven, press the center of each button firmly.
us_main.book.book Page 18 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 18 SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features Communicate with the appliance from a smartphone using the convenient smart features. Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.
us_main.book.book Page 19 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM MAINTENANCE 19 MAINTENANCE cleanser and scouring sponge. Dry completely before use. Cleaning the Interior • The glass tray and rotating ring are dishwasher safe. 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 then rinse and dry. • Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon.
us_main.book.book Page 20 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 20 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Q What’s wrong when the oven light will not glow? A There may be several reasons why the oven light will not glow. Either the light bulb has blown or the electric circuit has failed. Q Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? A No. The holes, or ports, are made to allow light to pass; they do not let microwave energy through.
us_main.book.book Page 21 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM TROUBLESHOOTING 21 Before Calling for Service Operation 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. • Close oven door. • Set cooking time. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Or the appliance is connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet, and the outlet's circuit breaker has tripped.
us_main.book.book Page 22 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 22 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 23 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM LIMITED WARRANTY 23 • 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 24 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM 24 LIMITED WARRANTY must provide your name, address, and telephone number; identify the product that is the subject of the claim; and describe the nature of the claim and the relief being sought. If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file a claim for arbitration. Agreement to Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver.
us_main.book.book Page 25 Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:12 AM LIMITED WARRANTY 25 www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/schedule-repair continued and clicking on “Find My Model & Serial Number”). Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty.
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