ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL ELECTRIC RANGE Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. LTE4815** www.lg.com MFL68881514_00 Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 9 Parts 9 Accessories 10 INSTALLATION 10 10 11 12 14 18 18 18 Installation Overview Product Specifications Before Installing the Range Installing the Range Connecting Electricity Engaging the Anti-tip Device Optional Rear Filler Test Run 19 OPERATION 19 Control Panel Overview 20 Knob Positions 21 Changing Oven Settings 21 Clock 21 Oven Light 21 Minimum & Maximum Default Settings 22 Timer On/Off 22
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read and follow all instructions when using the range to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury, or damage. This guide does not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Always contact your service agent or manufacturer about problems that you do not understand. Download this owner's manual at: http://www.lg.com This is the safety alert symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Warning This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.(US only) •• DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN. Heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 Warning Be certain that all packing materials are removed from the appliance before operating. Keep plastic, clothes, paper, and other flammable materials away from parts of the appliance that may become hot. •• Do not store or use flammable material in the oven or near or on the cooktop. Flammable materials include paper, plastic, pot holders, linens, wall coverings, curtains, and gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids such as grease or cooking oil.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CHILD SAFETY •• Do not touch the hot surface between the bottom of the oven door and the top of the drawer on the front of the oven while the oven is in operation. The surface becomes hot and can cause burns and other injury. •• Do not leave small children unattended near the oven. Warning Do not leave children alone or unsupervised near the appliance when it is in use or is still hot.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 ENERGY SAVING TIPS •• Multiple-rack cooking saves time and energy. Whenever possible, cook foods requiring the same cooking temperature together in one oven. •• For optimal performance and energy savings, follow the guides on page 30 for proper rack and pan placements. •• Match the size of the cookware to the amount of food being cooked to save energy when heating. Heating ½ quart of water requires more energy in a 3-quart pot than in a 1-quart pot.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •• Pull the oven rack to the stop-lock position when loading and unloading food from the oven. This helps prevent burns caused by touching hot surfaces of the door and oven walls. •• Do not use the oven if a heating element develops a glowing spot during use or shows other signs of damage. A glowing spot indicates the heating element may fail and present a potential burn, fire, or shock hazard.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH PRODUCT OVERVIEW Parts Model & serial number plate Cooktop Oven mode knob Control panel Cooktop controller Gasket Upper oven door Rack Lower oven door Accessories Included Accessories Rack (2ea) Gliding rack (1ea) Spray bottle (1ea) Non-scratch scouring pad (1ea) Cleaner Meat probe (1ea) Rear filler (1ea) Owner’s manual (1ea) Cooktop cleaner (1ea) Screws (6ea) Anchors (6ea) Template (1ea) Anti-tip kit Anti-tip (1ea) Optional Accessories Grid 9 Broiler pan
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.
INSTALLATION 11 If you did not receive an anti-tip bracket with your purchase, call 1-800-984-6306 to receive one at no cost. Warning Warning Tip - Over Hazard •• The information in this manual should be followed exactly. Failure to do so may result in fire, electrical shock, property damage, personal injury, or death. A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip bracket has been installed. Ensure the anti-tip bracket is engaged when the range is moved.
INSTALLATION Installing the Range Unpacking and Moving the Range CAUTION •• You should use two or more people to move and install the range. (Excessive Weight Hazard) Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. •• Do not use the door handles to push or pull the range during installation or when moving the range out for cleaning or service. Doing so can result in serious damage to the door of the range. Remove packing material, tape and any temporary labels from your range before using.
INSTALLATION 13 ENGLISH Dimensions and Clearances NOTE Save for the use of the local electrical inspector. 24" (60.9 cm) 3" (7.6 cm) 3" (7.6 cm) 25" (63.5 cm) Acceptable gas pipe and electrical outlet area Normal counter top depth Counter 36" (91.4 cm) top height Cabinet opening Wall 24" (60.9 cm) 15" (38 cm) Cabinet 36" (91.4 cm) Center 11" (28 cm) 6" (15.2 cm) 4" (10 cm) 29.8" (75.7 cm) 9" (23 cm) 2.5" (6.3 cm) 4" (10 cm) 5" (13 cm) 6" (15.2 cm) 9" (23 cm) 2.5" (6.3 cm) A = 30" (76.
INSTALLATION Installing the Anti-tip Device Use a level to check your adjustments. Place the level diagonally on the oven rack, and check each direction for level. Warning Tip - Over Hazard First check direction . A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Verify the anti-tip bracket has been installed. Ensure the anti-tip bracket is engaged when the range is moved. Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in place.
INSTALLATION 15 •• Allow 2 to 3 ft (61.0 cm to 91.4 cm) of slack in the line so that the range can be moved if servicing is ever necessary. •• The power supply cord and plug should not be modified. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet Installed by a qualified electrician. Use the cord/conduit connection plate to install the power cord or conduit. Leave the connection plate as installed for power cord installations.
INSTALLATION 3-Wire Connection : Power Cord 4-Wire Connection : Power Cord Warning Warning •• The middle (neutral or ground) wire, which is white, of a 3-wire power cord or a 3-wire conduit has to be connected to the middle post of the main terminal block. The remaining two wires of the power cord or conduit have to be connected to the outside posts of the main terminal connection block. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock, severe personal injury or death.
INSTALLATION 17 4-Wire Connection: Conduit Install the conduit as follows: Remove the conduit connection plate from the rear of the oven and rotate it. The conduit hole (11/8") must be used. First, prepare the conduit wires as shown below. 3-Wire Conduit connection plate 4-Wire or Ground wire Second, install the conduit strain relief. For conduit installations, purchase a strain relief and insert it in the 11/8 in. (2.8 cm) conduit hole.
INSTALLATION Engaging the Anti-tip Device Installing the Rear Filler 1 •• Slide the range into position ensuring that the back leg slides under the anti-tip bracket. The range should sit flush against the back wall when properly installed. Using a screwdriver, remove the upper four screws that attach the rear bracket and loosen the lower two screws. 2 Place the rear filler on the rear bracket. •• Carefully attempt to tip the range forward to ensure that the anti-tip bracket is engaged properly.
OPERATION 19 ENGLISH OPERATION Control Panel Overview 1 8S S HU /RZH U P FR Q PR /RZHU 5HPRWH 6WDUW HU /RZ 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Smart DiagnosisTM Use during the Smart Diagnosis feature. 2 Cook Time / Clock •• Press the button to set the desired amount of time for food to cook. The oven shuts off when the set cooking time runs out. •• Press and hold button for three seconds to set the time of day. 3 Start Time / Setting •• Press the button to set the delayed timed cook.
OPERATION Knob Positions After cleaning the oven knobs, make sure to replace each knob in the correct position. Failure to do so can result in improper operation of the burners.
OPERATION 21 Clock The clock must be set to the correct time of day in order for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. 1 Press and hold Cook Time for three seconds. CLO shows in the display. 2 Press plus(+) or minus(-) to select the desired time. Plus(+) to increase the time and minus(-) to decrease the time. Minimum & Maximum Default Settings All of the features listed have a minimum and a maximum time or temperature setting that may be entered into the control.
OPERATION Timer On/Off Settings The Timer On/Off feature serves as an extra timer in the kitchen that beeps when the set time has run out. It does not start or stop cooking. Press and hold Start Time for three seconds. Then press the Start Time key repeatedly to toggle through and change oven settings. The Timer On/Off feature can be used during any of the oven control function.
OPERATION 23 Adjusting the Beeper Volume Your new oven may cook differently from the one it replaced. Use your new oven for a few weeks to become more familiar with it before changing the temperature settings. If after familiarizing yourself with the new oven, you still think that it is too hot or too cold, you can adjust the oven thermostat yourself. 1 Press and hold Start Time for three seconds. Then press Start Time repeatedly until BEEP appears in the display.
OPERATION Start Time (Delayed Timed Cook) Cook Time (Timed Cook) The automatic timer of the Delayed Timed Cook function turns the oven on and off at the time you select. This feature can be used with the Bake, Conv. Bake and Conv. Roast modes. Set the oven to cook for a specific length of time using the Timed Cook feature. This feature can only be used with the Bake, Conv. Bake and Conv. Roast modes.
OPERATION 25 CAUTION Cooking Areas The cooking areas on your range are identified by permanent circles on the glass cooktop surface. For the most efficient cooking, fit the pan size to the element size. Pans should not extend more than 1/2 to 1-inch beyond the cooking area. When a control is turned on, a glow can be seen through the glass cooktop surface. The element cycles on and off to maintain the preset heat setting, even on Hi.
OPERATION Turning on the Dual element CAUTION There is one dual element located in the left front position. Use the dual element as a dual or single element. FOOD POISON HAZARD: Bacteria may grow in food at temperatures below 140 °F. 1 2-A Push in the appropriate knob. •• Always start with hot food. Do not use the warm setting to heat cold food. Turn the knob counterclockwise to use it as a Single element. •• Do not use the warm setting for more than 2 hours.
OPERATION 27 Choosing Cookware The size and type of cookware will influence the settings needed for the best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware. The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are: Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element.
OPERATION Using the Oven Replacing Racks Before Using the Oven 1 Place the end of the rack on the support. 2 Tilt the front end up and push the rack in. NOTE •• Because the oven temperature cycles, an oven thermometer placed in the oven cavity may not show the same temperature that is set on the oven. •• It is normal for the convection fan to run while preheating during a regular bake cycle. •• The convection fan motor may run periodically during a regular bake cycle.
OPERATION 29 Tips for Convection Baking •• Baking time and temperature will vary depending on the characteristics, size, and shape of the baking pan used. •• Use Convection Bake for faster and more even multiple-rack cooking of pastries, cookies, muffins, biscuits, and breads of all kinds. •• Check for food doneness at the minimum recipe time. •• Bake cookies and biscuits on pans with no sides or very low sides to allow heated air to circulate around the food.
OPERATION Recommended Baking and Roasting Guide Baking Rack Guide Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible. If cooking on multiple racks, place the oven racks in the positions shown.
OPERATION 31 Smoking The Broil function uses intense heat from the upper heating element to cook food. Broiling works best for tender cuts of meat, fish, and thinly cut vegetables. Some models may feature a hybrid broiler consisting of an inner broiler that utilizes a carbon heating element which provides instantaneous heat, and a traditional outer broiling element. During normal broiler operation, it is normal for either element to cycle off intermittently.
OPERATION Recommended Broiling Guide The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature, and your preference of doneness will affect broiling times. This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature. For best results when broiling, use a pan designed for broiling. Upper oven Food Quantity and/or Thickness Ground Beef Well done 1 lb.
OPERATION 33 Beef •• Steaks and chops should always be allowed to rest for five minutes before being cut into and eaten. This allows the heat to distribute evenly through the food and creates a more tender and juicy result. Proof This feature maintains a warm oven for rising yeast leavened products before baking. Setting the Proof Function •• Pieces of meat that are thicker than two inches should be removed from the refrigerator 30 minutes prior to cooking.
OPERATION Setting the Meat Probe Function (example: Conv. Roast at 350°F with probe temp at 160°F) 1 Select cook mode. Turn the oven mode knob to select Conv. Roast. 2 Set the oven temperature: press plus(+) or minus(-) until 375 °F appears in the display. 3 4 Press Start. 5 Press Start. Set the probe temperature: press plus(+) or minus(-) until 160 °F appears in the display.
SMART FUNCTIONS 35 LG SmartThinQ Application The LG SmartThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. Before Using LG SmartThinQ •• For appliances with the 1 or logo Use a smartphone to check the strength of the wireless router (Wi-Fi network) near the appliance. •• If the distance between the appliance and the wireless router is too far, the signal strength becomes weak. It may take a long time to register or installation may fail.
SMART FUNCTIONS Smart Diagnosis™ This function provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance based on the pattern of use. Smart Diagnosis™ through the Customer Information Center •• For appliances with the or logo Allows you to set various options on the oven and in the Application. This method allows you to speak directly to our trained specialists.
SMART FUNCTIONS 37 Select Smart Diagnosis, then press the Start Smart Diagnosis button. NOTE •• If the diagnosis fails several times, use the following instructions. 4 5 6 Select the Audible Diagnosis. Follow the instructions on the smart phone. Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. View the diagnosis on the phone. NOTE •• Smart Diagnosis™ cannot be activated unless the appliance can be turned on using the Power button.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Glass-Ceramic Cooktop Burned-On Residue 1 CAUTION While the cooktop is still hot, remove any burnt on deposits or spilled food from the glass-ceramic cooking surface with a suitable metal razor scraper. (Similar to scraping paint off of a windowpane, it will not damage the decorated cooking surface.) Hold the scraper at an approximate 30° angle to the cooktop. •• Do not use scrub pads or abrasive cleaning pads. They may damage your cooktop surface.
MAINTENANCE 39 1 Be careful not to slide pots and pans across the cooktop. Doing so will leave metal markings on the cooktop surface. To help remove these marks, use a ceramic cooktop cleaner with a cleaning pad for ceramic cooktops. 2 If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum or copper are allowed to boil dry, the overlay may leave black discoloration on the cooktop. This should be removed immediately before heating again or the discoloration may be permanent.
MAINTENANCE When to Use EasyClean® Suggested Cleaning Method Example of Oven Soiling Soil Pattern Types of Soils Common Food Items That Can Soil Your Oven Small drops or spots Cheese or other ingredients Pizza Steaks, broiled EasyClean® Fish, broiled Light splatter Fat/grease Medium to heavy splatter Fat/grease Meat roasted at high temperatures Filling or sugar based soils Pies Cream or tomato sauce Casseroles Self Clean* Drops or spots Meat roasted at low temperatures * The Self Cl
MAINTENANCE 41 Spray or pour the remaining water (8 oz or 240 ml) onto the bottom center of the oven cavity. The indentation on the oven bottom should be fully covered to submerge all soils. Add water if necessary. NOTE If cleaning multiple ovens, use an entire bottle of water to clean each oven. Do not spray water directly on the door. Doing so will result in water dripping to the floor. 6 Close the oven door. Turn the oven mode knob to select EasyClean®. Press Start.
MAINTENANCE Self Clean The Self Clean cycle uses extremely hot temperatures to clean the oven cavity. While running the Self Clean cycle, you may notice smoking or an odor. This is normal; especially if the oven is heavily soiled. During Self Clean, the kitchen should be well ventilated to minimize the odors from cleaning. NOTE •• Remove oven racks and accessories before starting the Self Clean cycle.
MAINTENANCE 43 1 Remove all racks and accessories from the oven. 2 Turn the oven mode knob to select Self Clean. The oven defaults to the recommended four-hour self clean for a moderately soiled oven. Press plus(+) or minus(-) repeatedly to cycle through self-clean times in the upper or lower oven. Both ovens cannot use the self-clean function at the same time. 3 Press Start Time. 4 Press plus(+) or minus(-) to enter the time of day you would like the Self Clean to start. 5 Press Start.
MAINTENANCE Changing the Oven Light Cleaning the Exterior The oven light is a standard 40-watt appliance bulb. It turns on when the oven door is open. When the oven door is closed, touch Start to turn it on or off. Painted and Decorative Trim 1 Unplug the range or disconnect power and make sure that the oven and bulb are cool first. 2 Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven counterclockwise to remove. 3 Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket.
MAINTENANCE 45 Oven Door It is best to clean the manifold panel after each use of the range. For cleaning, use a damp cloth and mild soapy water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. For rinsing, use clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth. •• Use soapy water to thoroughly clean the oven door. Rinse well. Do not immerse the door in water. CAUTION •• Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the manifold panel.
MAINTENANCE Broiler Pan and Grid Removing and Replacing the Lift-Off Oven Doors CAUTION •• Do not store a soiled broiler pan or grid anywhere in the range. •• Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a selfcleaning mode. •• Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully pour out the grease from the pan into a proper container. •• Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad.
MAINTENANCE 47 1 Be sure both hinges are in a 30 degree position. 2 Slide the door back onto the hinges until you hear a solid click and the release buttons have engaged. Lower Oven ENGLISH Replacing the Door Removing the Door 1 Fully open the door. 2 Unlock the hinge locks, rotating them as far toward the open door frame as they will go. Lock Slot Unlock Hinge lock 3 Fully open the door. 4 Push the hinge locks down onto the door frame. 3 Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top.
MAINTENANCE Replacing the Door 1 Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top. 2 With the door at the same angle as the removal position, seat the indentation of the hinge arms into the bottom edge of the hinge slots. The notch in the hinge arms must be fully seated into the bottom edge of the slots. Door Care Instructions Most oven doors contain glass that can break. CAUTION •• Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully in place.
TROUBLESHOOTING 49 Can I use aluminum foil to catch drippings in my oven cavity? FAQs Never use aluminum foil to line the bottom or sides of the oven. The foil will melt and stick to the bottom surface of the oven and will not be removable. Use a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and placed on a lower oven rack to catch drippings instead. (If foil has already melted onto the bottom of the oven, it will not interfere with the oven's performance.
TROUBLESHOOTING My range is still dirty after running the EasyClean® cycle. What else should I do? Is it safe for my convection fan, broil burner or heater element to get wet during EasyClean®? The EasyClean® cycle only helps to loosen light soils in your oven range to assist in hand-cleaning of your oven. It does not automatically remove all soils after the cycle. Some scrubbing of your oven range is required after running the EasyClean® cycle. Yes.
TROUBLESHOOTING 51 Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. Symptoms Possible Causes / Solutions •• Poor installation. Place oven rack in center of oven. Place a level on the oven rack. Adjust leveling legs at base of range until the oven rack is level. Range is not level.
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Causes / Solutions •• Plug on range is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. - Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly grounded outlet. •• A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Oven will not work - Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. •• Oven controls improperly set. - See the Using the Oven section. •• Oven too hot. - Allow the oven to cool to below locking temperature.
TROUBLESHOOTING 53 Possible Causes / Solutions •• Aluminum foil used on the broiling pan and grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended. Food does not broil properly - See the Using the Oven section. •• In some areas the power voltage may be low. - Preheat the broil element for 5-7 minutes. - See the Broiling Guide. Oven temperature too hot or too cold Scratches or abrasions on cooktop surface •• Oven sensor needs to be adjusted.
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Causes / Solutions •• Oven is too hot. Oven door does not open after a Self Clean cycle - Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature. •• Allow about one hour for the oven to cool after the completion of a Self Clean cycle. The door can be opened when the lock is no longer displayed. •• The control and door may be locked. •• Oven controls not properly set. The oven does not clean after a Self Clean cycle - See the Self Clean section.
LIMITED WARRANTY 55 ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND 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.
LIMITED WARRANTY •• Any noises associated with normal operation. •• Use of accessories, components, or consumable cleaning products that are not authorized by LG. •• When Product is used for other than normal and proper household use (e.g. commercial or industrial use, offices, and recreational facilities or vehicles) or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product’s owner’s manual. •• Costs associated with removal and reinstallation of your Product for repairs.
LIMITED WARRANTY 57 Cause Prevention •• Surface is not level 1. Range not leveled •• Oven is tipping 2. Anti-tip device not installed correctly Level both sides of range Approximately 0.65" (16.5 mm) •• Check with installer first Anti-tip bracket Screw must enter wood or concrete Wall plate Use carpenter’s level to check level. 2 1 The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.
LIMITED WARRANTY Arbitration Rules and Procedures. To begin arbitration of a claim, either you or LG must make a written demand for arbitration. The arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) and will be conducted before a single arbitrator under the AAA’s Consumer Arbitration Rules that are in effect at the time the arbitration is initiated (referred to as the “AAA Rules”) and under the procedures set forth in this section. The AAA Rules are available online at www.
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