LMV2257BD - Built-in oven LG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LMV2257BD LG

The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven and avoid harm to yourself ordamage to your oven. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy.• Read all the instructions before using your oven.• Do not allow children to use this oven withoutclose supervision.• Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO

• Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors, such as sulfide and chloride, in this appliance. This type ofoven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dryfood. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
• Do not use or store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water - for example, near akitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimmingpool, and the like.• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do notleave paper products, cooking utensils, or food inthe cavity when not in use.• Clean the ventilating hood frequently. Do notallow grease to accumulate on the hood or thefilters.• Use care when cleaning the vent hood filters.Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye-based ovencleaners may damage the filters.• Do not tamper with the built-in safety switcheson the oven door. The oven has several built-insafety switches to make sure the power is off whenthe door is open.• If food flames under the hood, turn the fan on.• Suitable for use above both gas and electric cookingequipment 36 inches wide or less.• Do not use this oven for commercial purposes.It is made for household use only.• When cleaning the door and the surfaces thattouch the door, use only mild, non-abrasivesoaps or detergents and a sponge or soft cloth.• If your oven is dropped or damaged, have itthoroughly checked by a qualified service technicianbefore using it again.• To avoid a fire hazard:- Do not severely overcook food. Severelyovercooked foods can start a fire in the oven.Watch the oven carefully, especially if you havepaper, plastic, or other combustibles in the oven.- Do not store combustible items (bread,cookies, etc.) in the oven, because if lightningstrikes the power lines it may cause the oven toturn on.- Do not use wire twist-ties in the oven. Be sureto inspect purchased items for wire twist-ties andremove them before placing the item in the oven.• If a fire should start:- Keep the oven door closed.- Turn the oven off.- Disconnect the power cord or shut off thepower at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.• To avoid electric shock:- This appliance must be grounded. Connect itonly to a properly grounded outlet. See theelectrical GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSon page 5.- Do not operate this appliance if it has adamaged cord or plug, if it is not workingproperly or if it has been damaged or dropped.- Do not immerse the electrical cord or plug in water.- Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.• Take care when The Door is opened.There is a possibility of being injured.- If materials inside the oven ignite, keep the ovendoor closed, turn the oven off and disconnect thepower cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuitbreaker panel. If the door is opened, the fire mayspread. NOTE: Turn the microwave’s vent fan on whenever you use the oven range cooktop below it.The fan captures smoke, steam, and odors and also prevents the heat from the cooktop from damaging microwave components. If the microwave is cooking, the vent fan turns on automatically if the sensors detect too much heat from the cooktop. This is normal, and is designed to prevent microwave component damage.4

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• To avoid improperly cooking some foods. - Do not heat any types of baby bottles or baby food. Uneven heating may occur and possibly cause personal injury. - Do not heat small-necked containers, such as syrup bottles. - Do not deep-fat fry in your microwave oven. - Do not attempt home canning in your microwave oven. - Do not heat the following items in the microwave oven: whole eggs in the shell, water with oil or fat, sealed containers, or closed glass jars. These items may explode.

• Do not cover or block any openings in the oven.

• Use your oven only for the operations described in this manual.

• Do not run the microwave empty,without food in it.

• Preserve the oven floor: - Do not heat the oven floor excessively. - Do not allow the gray film on special microwave- cooking packages to touch the oven floor. Put the package on a microwavable dish. - Do not cook anything directly on the oven floor or turntable. Use a microwavable dish. - Keep a browning dish at least 3/16 inch above floor. Carefully read and follow the instructions for the browning dish. If you use a browning dish incorrectly, you could damage the oven floor.

• Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

• This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

• Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea can be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS

SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE

CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID To reduce the risk of injury to persons; - Do not overheat the liquid. - Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it. - Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. - After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. - Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

MICROWAVE ENERGY... (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door seals and sealing surfaces. (d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when the microwave oven is used by children.

• If material inside of the oven should ignite, the oven door should be kept closed, the appliance turned off, the power cord disconnected, or the power shut off at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.Please read this owner’s manual. It will tell you how to use all the fine features of this microwave oven.

LOCATION OF MODEL NUMBER

To request service information or replacement parts, the service center will require the complete model number of your microwave oven. The number is on the oven front as shown in the illustration below. OVEN SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The oven is designed to operate on a Standard 120V/60Hz household outlet. Be sure the circuit is at least 15A or 20A and the microwave oven is the only appliance on the circuit. It is not designed for 50Hz or any circuit other than a 120V/60Hz circuit. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. If an electrical short circuit occurs, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounded wire with a grounded plug. Put the plug into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. WARNING - If you use the grounding plug improperly, you risk electric shock. Ask a qualified electrician if you do not understand the grounding instructions or if you wonder whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Because this appliance fits under the cabinet, it has a short power-supply cord. See the separate Installation Instructions for directions on placing the cord properly. Keep the electrical power cord dry and do not pinch or crush it in any way. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. For a permanently connected appliance: This appliance must be connected to a grounded, metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. Output Power 1,000W (IEC 60705 Standard) Outer Dimensions 29 7/8" X 17 13/18" X 15 13/16" Cavity Volume 2.2 Cu.ftNet Weight 61.2 lbs. ELECTRICAL RATING

• Electrical Rating of the Oven:120V AC 60Hz 13 Amps / 1500 Watts ( MWO + Cooktop Lamp+ Ventilation Fan)MODEL NUMBER LABELPush the Slide-out hood to move the slide-out hood to the Front or Rear. This will allow you to remove the steam and other vapors more effectively from surface cooking. Your microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the following is a list of the oven’s basic features:

Metal Shielded Window. The shield prevents microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.

Glass Tray. The glass tray moves food as it cooks for more even cooking. It must be in the oven during operation for best cooking results.

Control Panel. Touch the pads on this panel to perform all functions.

Metal Rack. Use for extra space when cooking in more than one container at the same time. Remove cooking rack when you are not using it.

Do not operate the oven when empty or without the glass tray. It is best to leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started. Door Handle Model and Serial Number Plate Metal Rack Vent Grille Door Safety Lock System Window with Metal Shield Glass Tray Cooking Guide Cooktop/Countertop Light Grease FilterCONTROL PANEL FEATURES Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily. All you have to do is touch the necessary Command pad. The following is a list of all the Command and Number pads located on the control panel. For more information on these features, see the OPERATION section.

2. If you touch the button with a fingernail or fingertip, the controller may not sense it is being touched.

3. If the controller or your hands are wet it may not sense your touch.

4. Remove gloves prior to touching the controller.

USING GLASS TOUCH CONTROLLERNOTE: Styling and features vary by model.

1. Display. The Display includes a clock and

indicators to tell you time of day, cooking time settings and cooking functions selected.

2. Reheat. Reheat has preset Power Levels for 6

categories including a casserole, dinner plate, and soup/sauce. The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how long to cook depending on the amount of humidity it detects from the food.

3. Cook. Cook has preset Power Levels for 13

categories including frozen lasagna, casseroles, and rice. The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how long to cook depending on the amount of humidity it detects from the food.

4. Popcorn. Touch this button when popping popcorn

in your microwave oven. The oven’s sensor will tell the oven how long to cook depending on the amount of humidity it detects from the popcorn.

5. Defrost. Touch this button to defrost frozen food.

6. Soften. Touch this button to soften butter, ice

cream, cream cheese, frozen juice.

7. Melt. Touch this button to melt butter or margarine,

chocolate, cheese, and marshmallows.

8. Custom Cook. Touch this button to make oven

remember Cook time and Power level.

9. Power Level. Touch this button to select a cooking

10. Kids Meal. Select type of dish to reheat Mac &

Cheese, Hot dog or Chicken nuggets.

11. Clock. Touch this button to enter the time of day.

12. Timer. Touch this button to start the kitchen timer.

13. Cook Time. Touch this button to set a cooking

14. Custom Set. Touch this pad to change the oven’s

default setting for sound, clock, display speed, and defrost weight.

15. Turntable On/Off. Touch this button to turn on/off

the turntable. This option is not available in sensor cook, defrost, soften and melt modes.

16. Number. Touch number buttons to enter cooking

time, power level, quantities or weights.

17. +, -. Touch this button to add or subtract ten

seconds of cooking time each time you touch it.

18. Add 30Sec. Touch this button to add 30 seconds

of cooking time each time you touch it.

19. START/Enter. Touch this button to start a

function. If you open the door after the oven begins to cook, touch START/Enter again.

20. Light High/Low/Off. Touch this button to turn the

cooktop/countertop light on high/low or off.

21. Energy Saving. Touch this button to save energy.

22. STOP/Clear. Touch this button to stop the oven

or clear all entries.

23. Vent On/Off. Touch button to turn the vent on slow

ventilation time. (1, 3, 5, 10, and 30 minutes.)9

MICROWAVE OVEN This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking and introduces you to the basics you need to know to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before using your oven. To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not run the oven empty. To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, large sheets of aluminum foil, metal utensils, or metal trimmed utensils in the oven. Keep aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the oven wall metal rack and other pieces of foil. Example: To set the clock for 8:00 am

2. Enter the time by using the

4. Press 1 for AM, 2 for PM.

5. Touch START/ENTER.

When the oven is first plugged into a power outlet, the "Please Set Time of Day" prompt will flash several time. If a time of day is not set, ":" will Show on Disply until you touch "CLOCK". CLOCK The fan moves steam and other vapors from the cooking surface.

Use this safety feature to lock the control panel when you are cleaning the oven, or so that children cannot use the oven unsupervised. CHILD LOCK

Example: To set the child lock. Example: To cancel the child lock.

1. Touch Vent On/Off.

Touch once. "FAN SLOW" will scroll in the display. Fan will work on slow speed.

Touch Vent On/Off. Fan will turn off. "FAN OFF" will scroll in display.

1. Touch and hold STOP/Clear

until you hear 2 beeps and "LOCKED" appears (approximately 4 seconds).

1. Touch and hold STOP/Clear

until "LOCKED" disappears (approximately 4 seconds). NOTE: Turn the microwave’s vent fan on whenever you use the oven range cooktop below it.The fan captures smoke, steam, and odors and also prevents the heat from the cooktop from damaging microwave components. If the microwave is cooking, the vent fan turns on automatically if the sensors detect too much heat from the cooktop. This is normal, and is designed to prevent microwave component damage.10 AUDIBLE SIGNALS Audible signals are available to guide you when setting and using your oven:

A beep will sound each time you touch a button.

4 beeps signals the end of a cooking cycle. INTERRUPTING COOKING You can stop the oven during a cycle by opening the door. The oven stops heating and the fan stops, but the light stays on. To restart cooking, close the door and touch START/Enter. If you do not want to continue cooking, open the door and touch STOP/Clear.

SLIDE OUT VENTILATION

Push bottom of unit to extend hood and back side down , Extended hood is more powerful to gather smoke and steam from cooktop.

GLASS TOUCH CONTROLLER

- Touch the middle of letter or number to activate. - If you touch the button with a fingernail or fingertip, the controller may not sense it is being touched. - If the controller or your hands are wet it may not sense your touch. - Remove gloves prior to touching the controller. - Use the child lock feature when cleaning the controller to avoid unintended activation.

The button on the right of the control panel controls the cooktop light. Example: To set the Lamp for ON

Touch Light Hi/Low/Off. To turn on, touch once. "Light" will flash in display, then stay on.

Touch Light Hi/Low/Off. To turn off, touch button again. "Light" will disappear from the display. VENT 4 SPEED When the fan is on, touch this button to toggle the fan speed. Fan speed will change in sequence from slow, low, high, turbo and back to slow. The Energy Saving feature saves energy by turning off the display by pressing the Energy Saving button. The display will automatically turn off after 5 minutes of idleness.

Touch Energy Saving to turn the display off.

2. Touch Energy Saving to

turn the display on. ADD 30 SEC A time-saving button, this simplified control lets you quickly set and start microwave cooking without the need to touch START/Enter.Example: To set ADD 30 SEC for 2 minutes. Touch Add 30 Sec. 4 times. The oven begins cooking and the display shows time counting down. NOTE: If you continue to touch Add 30 Sec., it will add 30 seconds up to 99 min 59 seconds.11 Example: To heat 4 ea Hot Dogs.

Using KIDS MEAL lets you heat common microwave-prepared foods without needing to program times and cook power. MAC & CHEESE, HOT DOG, CHICKEN NUGGETS. KIDS MEAL Touch Pad number Category

NOTE: When the cook time is over, you will hear four beeps and “COOK END” will disply. CUSTOM COOK CUSTOM COOK lets you to recall one cooking instruction previously placed in memory and begin cooking quickly. Example: To memorize for 2 minutes.

2. Enter the cook time.

3. Touch START/Enter.

Example: To recall the memory.

When the cook time is over, you will hear four beeps and END will display.12 Example: To change defrost weight mode (from Lbs. to Kg).

You can change the default values for beep sound, clock, display speed, and defrost weight. See following chart for more information. CUSTOM SET Example: To cook food for 7 minutes 30 seconds at 70% power.

1. Enter the cook time.

2. Touch POWER LEVEL.

3. Enter the power level.

4. Touch START/ENTER.

When the cook time is over, four beeps will sound and COOK END will display. See cooking guide for Lower Power Levels, page 13.

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

Example: To cook food for 3 minutes at 100% power and then 70% power for 7 minutes 30 seconds.

1. Enter the first cook time.

3. Enter the second cook time.

4. Touch POWER LEVEL.

5. Enter the power level.

6. Touch START/ENTER.

For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You can program your oven to switch from one power to another for up to 2 stages. 3 stages can be programmed if the first stage is the defrost cycle. When the cook time is over, four beeps will sound and COOK END will display.

No. Function No. Result 1 Sound ON/ 1 Sound ON OFF control 2 Sound OFF 2 Clock ON/ 1 Clock ON FFOkcolC2 lortnocFFO 3 Scroll speed 1 Slow speed 2 Normal speed 3 Fast speed 4 Defrost weight 1 Lbs. mode selected 2 Kg. control When the cook time is over, four beeps will sound and COOK END will display. Example: To cook food for 8 minutes 30 seconds at 100% power.

1. Enter the cook time.

2. Touch START/ENTER.

This feature lets you program a specific cook time and power. For best results, there are 10 power level settings in addition to HIGH (100%) power. Refer to the “Cooking Guide for Lower Power Levels” on page 13 for more information. NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power.

By using the MORE or LESS keys, TIMED COOK program can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. Pressing + will add 10 seconds to the cooking time each time you press it. Pressing - will subtract 10 seconds of cooking time each time you press it.COOKING GUIDE FOR LOWER POWER LEVELS The 10 power levels in addition to HIGH allow you to choose the best power level for the food you are cooking. Below are listed all the power levels, examples of foods best cooked at each level, and the amount of microwave power you are using. 10 High 100%

90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10%

Boil water Cook ground beef Make candy Cook fresh fruits and vegetables Cook fish and poultry Preheat browning dish Reheat beverages Cook bacon slices Reheat meat slices quickly Saute onions, celery, and green pepper All reheating Cook scrambled eggs Cook breads and cereal product Cook cheese dishes, veal Cook cakes, muffins, brownies, cupcakes Cook pasta Cook meats, whole poultry Cook custard Cook whole chicken, turkey, spare ribs, rib roast, sirloin roast Cook less tender cuts of meat Reheat frozen convenience foods Thaw meat, poultry, and seafood Cook small quantities of food Finish cooking casseroles, stews, and some sauces Soften butter and cream cheese Heat small amounts of food Soften ice cream Raise yeast dough Standing time

DO NOT leave microwave oven unattended while popping corn. When popping commercially packaged popcorn, remove the rack from the oven. Do not place the bag of microwave popcorn on the rack or under the rack. Example: To pop popcorn.

When the cook time is over, four beeps will sound and COOK END will display. SENSOR POPCORN lets you pop 2.0,3.0 and 3.5 ounce For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It can be turned off for large dishes. Touch TURNTABLE ON/OFF pad to turn the turntable on or off. NOTES: 1.This option is not available in sensor cook, defrost, kids meal, soft and melt modes. 2.S ometimes the turntable can become hot to touch. Be careful touching the turntable during and after cooking.

3. Do not run the oven empty.

bags of commercially packaged microwave popcorn. Pop only one package at a time. If you are using a microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer’s instructions.

INSTRUCTIONS When the internal sensor detects a certain amount of humidity coming from the food, it will tell the oven how much longer to heat. The display will show the remaining heating time. For best results for cooking by Sensor, follow these recommendations:

1. Food cooked with the sensor system should be at

normal storage temperature.

2. The glass tray and the outside of the container should

be dry to assure best cooking results.

3. Foods should always be covered loosely with

microwavable plastic wrap, waxed paper, or a lid.

4. Do not open the door or touch STOP/CLEAR during

the sensing time. When sensing time is over, the oven beeps twice and the remaining cooking time will appea

in the display window. At this time you can open the door to stir, turn, or rearrange the food.

SENSOR COOKING GUIDE

Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good Sensor cooking results.

1. Always use microwavable containers and cover them

with lids or vented plastic wrap.

2. Never use tight-sealing plastic covers. They can

prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

3. Match the amount to the size of the container. Fill

containers at least half full for best results.

4. Be sure the outside of the cooking container and the

inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor. Used to cook foods without selecting cooking times and power levels. The display will indicate the sensor category during the initial sensing period. The oven automatically determines the required cooking time for each food item.

5. If the food is not as hot as you would like after using

the sensor cook or reheat function, use Cook Time to continue heating. Do not repeat the sensor options in succession on the same food.15 SENSOR COOK SENSOR REHEAT Reheat lets you heat foods without needing to Using Cook lets you heat common microwave prepared program times and Power Levels. foods without needing to program times and Cook Reheat has preset Power Levels for 6 categories. Powers. Sensor Cook has preset Power Levels for 13 See the details in the cooking guide table. food categories. See the details in the cooking guide table. Example: To reheat a Casserole. Example: To cook Rice.

Touch 3 to choose casserole

Touch and cooking will start 3~4

6 to choose rice and cooking will start 3~4 second later. second later. See Cooking Guide for Sensor Reheat table below See Cooking Guide for Sensor Cook on page 16. for info. When the cook time is over, you will hear When the cook time is over, you will hear four four beeps and "COOK END" will display. beeps and "COOK END" will display.

COOKING GUIDE FOR SENSOR REHEAT

1 ~ 4 ea. 1 ~ 2 cups (240ml per cup) Use a mug or microwave-safe cup with no cover. Stir after reheating. CODE CATEGORY RECOMMENDED AMOUNTS DIRECTIONS

DINNER PLATE 1 ~ 2 servings Place food on a plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 3 minutes after heating. 2 SOUP/SAUCE 1 ~ 4 cups Place in shallow microwavable casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 3 minutes after heating. 3 CASSEROLE 1 ~ 4 cups Place in a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 3 minutes. 4 PIZZA 1 ~ 3 slices This is a reheat function for leftover pizza. Place on paper towel on a microwave safe plate.

Sensor Popcorn lets you pop commercially packaged microwave popcorn. 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. CODE (Press times CATEGORY RECOMMENDED AMOUNTS DIRECTIONS

FRESH VEGETABLE (Hard) 1 ~ 4 cups Place in a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Add water according to the quantity

1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.

• 3-4 cups: add 4 tbsp water. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 3 minutes after cooking. Hard vegetables : Carrot, Beet etc. Soft vegetables : Cauliflower, Broccoli, Spinach etc.

FROZEN VEGETABLE 1 ~ 4 cups Place in a microwaveable bowl or casserole.

1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.

3-4 cups: add 4 tbsp water.

CANNED VEGETABLE 1 ~ 4 cups Transfer vegetables from the can to a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Stir thoroughly after cooking.

BAKED POTATO 1 ~ 4 ea (approx.8 - 10 oz. each) Pierce skin with a fork and place on paper towel. Do not cover. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking.

FROZEN LASAGNA 10 ~ 21 oz. Remove from outer display package. Slit cover. If not in microwave-safe container, place on a microwaveable plate and cover with vented plastic wrap. 8 FISH FILLET 4 ~16 oz. Place fish fillets in a single layer and cover with vented plastic wrap. 9 SHRIMP 4 ~16 oz. Place shrimp in a single layer and cover with vented plastic wrap.

CHICKEN PIECES 16 ~32 oz. Place chicken pieces with skin side up and cover with vented plastic wrap.

GROUND MEAT 4 ~ 16 oz. Cover with plastic wrap. Stir thoroughly after cooking. 12 CASSEROLE 1 ~ 4 cups Place in a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 3 minutes after cooking.

BOILING WATER 1 ~ 2 cups (240ml per cup) Use a wide-mouth mug. Do not cover. (Be careful! The beverage will be very hot! Sometimes liquids heated in cylindrical containers will splash out unexpectedly when the cup is moved.)

COOKING GUIDE FOR SENSOR COOK

6 RICE ½ ~2 cups Add twice as much water as you have rice (add 2 cups water to 1 cup rice). Place in a microwaveable bowl large enough to prevent the water from boiling over. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 5 minutes after cooking. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 3 minutes. CATEGORY )17 Butter 1 1,2,3 sticks Ice cream 2 Pint, Quart, Half gallon Cream cheese 3 3, 8 oz. Frozen juice 4 6,12,16 oz. Category Touch Pad Amount Number Example: To soften quart of ice cream.

Touch 2 for ice cream.

The oven uses low power to soften foods (butter, ice cream, cream cheese, and frozen juice.) See the following table. SOFTEN Example: To count 3 minutes. Example: To melt 8 oz. chocolate. MELT The oven uses low power to melt foods (butter or margarine, chocolate, marshmallows, or processed cheese food.) See the following table.

Touch 2 for chocolate.

Touch Timer. Enter the time by using the number key pad. Touch START/ENTER. When the time is over, you will hear seven beeps and END will display. TIMER You can use your microwave oven as a timer. Use the Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

NOTE: To turn off the Timer while it is still running, touch the Timer button. Timer SOFTEN MELT18 MELT T ABLE

NOITCERID YROGETAC AMOUNT

Unwrap and place in a microwave safe dish on the rack over the glass tray. No need to cover butter. Stir at the end of cooking to complete melting. Chocolate chips or squares of baking chocolate may be used. Unwrap squares and place in a microwave safe dish on the rack over the glass tray. Stir at the end of cycle to complete melting. Use processed cheese food only. Cut into cubes. Place in a single layer in a microwave safe dish on the rack over the glass tray. Stir at the end of cooking to complete melting. Large or miniature marshmallows may be used. Place in a microwave safe dish on the rack over the glass tray. Stir at the end of cycle to complete melting. 1, 2, or 3 sticks 4 or 8 oz. 8 or 16 oz. 5 or 10 oz. Butter or Margarine Chocolate Cheese Marshmallows SOFTEN TABLE

NOITCERID YROGETAC AMOUNT

Unwrap and place in a microwave safe dish on the rack over the glass tray. Butter will be at room temperature and ready for use in recipe. Place in a microwave safe dish on the rack over the glass tray. Ice cream will be soft enough to make scooping easier. Unwrap and place in a microwave safe dish on the rack over the glass tray. Cream cheese will be at room temperature and ready for use in recipe. Remove top. Place in oven. Frozen juice will be soft enough to mix easily with water. 1, 2, or 3 sticks Pint, Quart, Half gallon 3 or 8 oz. 6, 12, or 16 oz. Butter Ice Cream Cream Cheese Frozen Juice (4 oz. / 1 stick) (4 oz. / 1 stick)1 Example : To defrost 1.2 lbs of meat

BEEF Ground beef, Round steak, Cubes for stew, Tenderloin steak, Pot roast, Rib roast, Rump roast, Chuck roast, Hamburger patty. LAMB Chops (1-inch thick), Rolled roast PORK Chops (1/2-inch thick), Hot dogs, Spareribs, Country-style ribs. Rolled roast, Sausage. POULTRY Whole (under 4 lbs), Cut up, Breasts (boneless) CORNISH HENS Whole TURKEY Breast (under 6 lbs) FISH Fillets, Whole Steaks SHELLFISH Crab meat, Lobster tails, Shrimp, Scallops MUFFINS ROLL CAKE Four defrost choices are preset in the oven. The defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods, because the oven automatically sets the defrosting times for each food item according to the weight you enter. For added convenience, the DEFROST includes a built-in tone mechanism that reminds you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange the food during the defrost cycle. Four different defrosting options are provided.

After touching DEFROST once, select the food category. Available weight ranges for Meat, Poultry, and Fish are

0.1 to 6.0 lbs. The available weight range for Bread is 0.1

to 1.0 lb. NOTE: After you touch START/ENTER, the display counts down the defrost time. The oven will beep once during the Defrost cycle. At this time, open the door and turn, separate, or rearrange the food as needed. Remove any portions that have thawed, then return frozen portions to the oven and touch START/ENTER to resume the defrost cycle. The oven will not stop during the BEEP unless the door is opened. For best results:

• Remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from its original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to cook.

• Form the meat into the shape of a doughnut before freezing. When defrosting, scrape off thawed meat when the beep sounds and continue defrosting.

• Place foods in a shallow glass baking dish or a on a microwave roasting rack to catch drippings.

• Foods should still be somewhat icy in the center when removed from the oven. DEFROST DEFROST TABLE QUICK DEFROST

1. Touch Defrost once to choo

2. Touch 1 to choose meat.

3. Enter the weight.

4. Touch START/Enter.

This is a quick defrost feature that allows you to choose a preset 1.0 lbs. defrost cycle. Example: To defrost for 1.0 lbs.

1. Touch Defrost twice.

2. Touch START/Enter.

3. Halfway through the cycle, the

oven will beep. Open the door, turn the meat over, Close the door, and touch START/Enter to resume defrosting until the cycle ends. When the defrost time is over, four beeps will sound and "COOK END" will display.20 Strictly install the microwave oven according to Installation Manual. Install at least 12 inches (30.5cm) above a cooktop. Don’t leave the cooktop without cookware when cooking,The high temperature of the flame may cause the slide hood melted. Close slide hood after finish cooking on cooktop. SLIDE-OUT HOOD

• Press the slide-out vent hood (marked with “PUSH”) toextend it forward. To close it, push the vent hood backuntil it clicks into place.

Extension of the slide-out vent hood allows more effective capture of smoke and vapor from range-top cooking.Do not place any objects on the slide-out hood asthey could fall and be damaged.

Make sure the slide-out hood has been moved backto rear before your microwave oven or range cooking start.Do not pull on slide-out hood or damage may occur.Do not spill food or liquid on slide-out hood. Spillageof liquid or food may result in electric shock or oven malfunction. To avoid risk of property damage:Do not use rack to pop popcorn.Rack must be on the four plastic supportswhen used.Use the rack only when cooking food on rackposition.Do not cook with rack on floor of the oven.The metal rack gives you extra space when cooking inmore than one container at the same time.To use rack:1. Place rack securely in the four plastic supports.• Rack MUST NOT touch metal walls or back ofmicrowave oven.2. Place equal amounts of food both ABOVE ANDBELOW rack.• Amount of food must be approximately the same tobalance out cooking energy. METAL RACK DEFROST TIPS

When using entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container).

• Before starting, make sure you have removed any of the metal twist-ties which often come with frozen food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic bands.

• Open containers such as cartons before they are placed in the oven.

• Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.

• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place food in a suitable container.

• Slit the skins, if any, of frozen food such as sausage.

• Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even defrosting.

Always underestimate defrosting time. If defrosted food is still icy in the center, return it to the microwave oven for more defrosting.

• The length of defrosting time varies according to how solidly the food is frozen.

• The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than a deep block.

• As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces. Separated pieces defrost more easily.

• Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails, or areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil does not touch the sides, top, or bottom of the oven. The foil can damage the oven lining.

For better results, let food stand after defrosting. (For more information on standing time, see the “Microwave Cooking Tips” section.)

Turn food over during defrosting or standing time. Break apart and remove food as rquired.21

COOKING RESULTS To get the best results from your microwave oven, read and follow the guidelines below.

Storage Temperature: Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than the same foods at room temperature. The time for recipes in this book is based on the normal storage temperature of the food.

Size: Small pieces of food cook faster than large ones, pieces similar in size and shape cook more evenly. For even cooking, reduce the power when cooking large pieces of food.

Natural Moisture: Very moist foods cook more evenly because microwave energy is attracted to water molecules.

Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables from the outside to the center to distribute the heat evenly and speed cooking. Constant stirring is not necessary.

Turn over foods like pork chops, baking potatoes, roasts, or whole cauliflower halfway through the cooking time to expose all sides equally to microwave energy.

Place delicate areas of foods, such as asparagus tips, toward the center of the dish.

Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or salmon steaks, with the thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the dish.

Shield, with small pieces of aluminum foil, parts of food that may cook quickly, such as wing tips and leg ends of poultry.

Let It Stand: After you remove the food from the microwave, cover food with foil or casserole lid and let it stand to finish cooking in the center and avoid overcooking the outer edges. The length of standing time depends on the density and surface area of the food.

Wrapping in waxed paper or paper towel: Sandwiches and many other foods containing prebaked bread should be wrapped prior to microwaving to prevent drying out.

Cooking Fish and Shellfish: General Directions

Prepare the fish for cooking. - Completely defrost the fish or shellfish. - Arrange unevenly shaped pieces with thicker parts toward the outside of the dish. Arrange shellfish in a single layer for even cooking. - The type of cover you use depends on how you cook. Poached fish needs a microwavable lid or vented plastic wrap. - Baked fish, coated fish, or fish in sauce needs to be covered lightly with waxed paper to keep the coating crisp and sauce from getting watery. - Always set the shortest cooking time. Fish is done when it turns opaque and the thickest part begins to flake. Shellfish is done when the shell turns from pink to red and the flesh is opaque and firm.

/2-5 minutes Shrimp, shelled HI 3

/2-5 minutes Arrange fish in a single layer with thickest portion toward outside edge of 1

/2 quart microwavable baking dish. Brush with melted butter and season, if desired. Cook covered with vented plastic wrap. Let stand covered 2 minutes. If you are cooking more than 1 lb. of fish, turn the fish halfway through cooking. Arrange in a single layer. Prepare as directed above, except stir instead of turning the shellfish.

• The Fish and Shellfish Cooking Table below provides specific directions with Power Level and Cooking Time settings for most types of fish and shellfish.22

APPETIZERS/SAUCES/SOUPS

Cooking Appetizers: Tips and Techniques Crisp crackers, such as melba toast, shredded wheat, and crisp rye crackers are best for microwave use. Wait until party time to add the spreads. Place a paper towel under the crackers while they cook in the microwave oven to absorb extra moisture. Arrange individual appetizers in a circle for even cooking. Stir dips to distribute heat and shorten cooking time. Cooking Sauces: Tips and Techniques Use a microwavable casserole or glass measuring cup that is at least 2 or 3 times the volume of the sauce. Sauces made with cornstarch thicken more rapidly than those made with flour. Cook sauces made with cornstarch or flour uncovered so you may stir them 2 or 3 times during cooking for a smooth consistency. To adapt a conventional sauce or gravy recipe, reduce the amount of liquid slightly. Cooking Soups: Tips and Techniques Cook soups in a microwavable dish which holds double the volume of the recipe ingredients to prevent boil-over, especially if you use cream or milk in the soup. Generally, cover microwaved soups with VENTED plastic wrap or a microwavable lid. Cover foods to retain moisture. Uncover foods to retain crispness. Avoid overcooking by using the minimum suggested time. Add more time, if necessary, only after checking the food. Stirring occasionally will help blend flavors, distribute heat evenly, and may even shorten the cooking time. When converting a conventional soup recipe to cook in the microwave, reduce the liquid, salt, and strong seasonings. Not Recommended Appetizers with a crisp coating or puff pastry are best done in a conventional oven with dry heat. Breaded products can be warmed in the microwave oven but will not come out crisp. MEAT Cooking Meat: General Directions Prepare the meat for cooking. - Defrost completely. - Trim off excess fat to avoid spattering. - Place the meat, fat side down, on a microwavable rack in a microwavable dish. - Use oven cooking bag for less tender cuts of meat. - Arrange the meat so that thicker portions are toward the outside of the dish. - Cover the meat with waxed paper to prevent spattering. Tend the meat as it cooks. - Drain juices as they accumulate to reduce spattering and keep from overcooking the bottom of the meat. - Shield thin or bony portions with strips of foil to prevent overcooking. NOTE: Keep the foil at least 1 inch from the oven walls, and do not cover more than one-third of the meat with foil at any one time. Let the meat stand covered with foil 10-15 minutes after you remove it from the oven. The internal temperature of the meat may rise from 5-10° F during standing time. The Meat Cooking Table on the next page provides detailed directions, Power Level, and Cooking Time settings for most cuts of meat. Recommended23 MEAT BEEF Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted (4 oz. each) 1 patty 2 patties 4 patties Sirloin tip roast (3-4 lbs.) LAMB Lamb roast, rolled boneless (3-4 lbs.) PORK Bacon slices 2 slices 4 slices 6 slices 10 slices Chops (5-7 oz. each) 2 chops 4 chops Loin Roast, rolled, boneless

/2 lbs.) Sausage links, Fresh or Frozen, defrosted (1-2 oz. each) 2 links 4 links 6 links 10 links 1-1

⁄4-2 minutes Form patties with depression in center of each. Place on microwavable roasting rack. Brush with browning agent, if desired. Cover with waxed paper. Turn over halfway through cooking. Let stand covered 1 minute. Place roast fat side down on microwavable roasting rack. Add desired seasonings and cover with waxed paper. Turn meat over halfway through cooking and shield if necessary. Remove roast from microwave oven when desired temperature is reached. Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes. (Temperature may rise about 10°F). Place roast fat side down on microwavable roasting rack. Brush lamb with marinade or desired seasonings such as rosemary, thyme or marjoram. Cover with waxed paper. Turn roast over after 15 minutes, and again after 30 minutes. Shield if necessary. Remove roast from microwave when desired temperature is reached. Let stand covered with foil 15 minutes. (Temperature may rise about 10°F). Place bacon slices on microwavable roasting rack. Cover with paper towels. After cooking, let stand 1 minute. Place chops in microwavable baking dish. Add desired seasonings and cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook until no longer pink or until internal temperature reaches 170°F. Turn chops over halfway through cooking. Let stand covered 5 minutes. (Temperature may rise about 10°F). Place roast in cooking bag in microwavable dish. Add seasonings and browning agent if desired. Close bag loosely with microwavable closure or string. After cooking, let stand in bag 15 minutes. (Temperature may rise about 10°F.) Internal temperature of pork should reach 170°F before serving. Pierce links and place on microwavable roasting rack. Cover with waxed paper or paper towel. Turn over halfway through cooking. After cooking, let stand covered 1 minute.

CHICKEN Cooking Poultry: General Directions

Prepare the poultry for cooking. - Defrost completely. - Arrange poultry pieces with thicker pieces at the outside edge of the baking dish. When cooking legs, arrange them like the spokes of a wheel. - Cover the baking dish with waxed paper to reduce spattering. - Use a browning agent or cook with a sauce to give a browned appearance.

Watch the poultry as it cooks. - Drain and discard juices as they accumulate. - Shield thin or bony pieces with small strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Keep foil at least 1 inch from the oven walls and other pieces of foil.

Poultry is done when it is no longer pink and the juices run clear. When done, the temperature in the thigh meat should be 180-185°F.

Let the poultry stand after cooking covered with foil for 10 minutes. The Poultry Cooking Table below provides detailed directions, Power Level, and Cooking Time settings for most cuts and types of poultry.

CHICKEN COOKING TABLE

CHICKEN Chicken pieces

⁄2 minutes per pound 12-13 minutes per pound 6-7 minutes per pound Before cooking, wash pieces and shake the water off. Place pieces in a single layer in a microwavable baking dish with thicker pieces to the outside. Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired. Cover with waxed paper. Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear. Let stand covered 5 minutes. Before cooking, wash and shake off water. Place breast side down on a microwavable roasting rack. Brush with butter, or browning agent and seasoning if desired. Cover with waxed paper. Cook

of estimated time. Turn breast side up, brush with butter, or browning agent. Replace waxed paper. Cook

⁄3 of estimated time again. Shield if necessary. Cook remaining

⁄3 of estimated time or until no longer pink and juices run clear. Let stand covered with foil 10 minutes. (The temperature may rise about 10°F.) The temperature in the thigh should be 180°F-185°F when the poultry is done. Before cooking, wash and shake the water off. Tie wings to body of hen and the legs to tail. Place hens breast side down on microwavable rack. Cover with waxed paper. Turn breast side up halfway through cooking. Shield bone ends of drumsticks with foil. Remove and discard drippings. Brush with butter or browning agent and seasonings if desired. Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear. Remove hens from microwave when they reach desired temperature. Let stand covered with foil 5 minutes. (Temperature may rise about 10°F). Temperature in breast should be 170°F before serving. POWER LEVEL COOKING TIME DIRECTIONS25

Microwave cooking and conventional cooking of pasta, rice, and cereal require about the same amount of time, but the microwave is a more convenient method because you can cook and serve in the same dish. There is no stirring needed and leftover pasta tastes just like fresh cooked when reheated in the microwave oven. Cooking Pasta and Rice: Tips and Techniques If you are planning to use rice or pasta in a casserole, undercook it so it is still firm. Allow for standing time with rice, but not for pasta. The Pasta and Rice Cooking Tables below provide specific directions, with Power Level and cooking time settings for most common types of pasta and rice.

⁄2 minutes 6-7 minutes

⁄2 minutes 7-8 minutes 11-12

⁄2 minutes Combine hot tap water and salt, if desired. Use a 2-quart microwavable baking dish and cover with vented plastic wrap for spaghetti and lasagna noodles. Use microwavable lid or vented plastic wrap for macaroni and egg noodles. Cook as directed in chart or until water boils. Stir in pasta; cook covered as directed in chart or until tender. Drain in a colander. POWER LEVEL COOKING TIME DIRECTIONS

⁄4 cups water Add 1 cup rice Brown

⁄2 cups water Add 1 cup rice Long grain and wild rice mix

⁄3 cups water Add 6 oz. package Quick cooking 1 cup water Add 1 cup rice

⁄2 minutes 28 minutes 4-5 minutes 24 minutes 2-3 minutes Combine hot tap water and salt, if desired, in 2 quart microwavable casserole. Cover with microwavable lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook as directed in chart or until water boils. Stir in rice and any seasonings. Cook covered as directed in chart or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Let stand covered 5 to 10 minutes. Fluff with fork. Cook water until it boils. Stir rice into boiling water and let stand, covered 5 to 10 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with fork. POWER LEVEL COOKING TIME DIRECTIONS26

For best performance and safety, keep the oven clean inside and outside. Take special care to keep the inner door panel and the oven front frame free of food or grease build-up. Never use rough powder or pads. Wipe the microwave oven inside and out, including the hood bottom cover, with a soft cloth and a warm (not hot) mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. Use a chrome cleaner and polish on chrome, metal and aluminum surfaces. Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon. Clean your oven weekly or more often, if needed. METAL RACK Wash the metal rack with a mild soap and a soft or nylon scrub brush. Dry completely. Do not use abrasive scrubbers or cleaners to clean rack.

The grease filters should be removed and cleaned often, at least once a month.

1) Extend slide out.

2) Remove two filter frame screw.

3) Tip the frame forward.

4) Remove filter from frame.

Slide each filter to the side, then pull the filters downward. The filters will drop out.

3. Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild

detergent. Rinse well and shake to dry. Do not use ammonia or place them in a dishwasher. The aluminum will darken.

4. To reinstall the filters, reverse order of removing

filter. NOTE: Do not operate the hood without the filters in place. CHARCOAL FILTER REPLACEMENT If your oven is vented inside, the charcoal filter should be replaced every 6 to 12 months, and more often if necessary. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To order a new charcoal filter, call 1-800-243-0000 or go to www.lg.com/us/support/ parts-accessories.

1. Turn the power off at the main power supply and

2. Remove the one vent grille mounting screw.

3. After open door. Slide vent grille to left and tip it

4. Remove the old filter.

OVEN LIGHT REPLACEMENT

1. Unplug the oven or turn off power at the main

power supply and wear gloves.

2. Remove the vent cover mounting screw.

3. Slide vent grille left, then lift out to remove.

5. Slide a new charcoal filter into place.

Remove the cover screw slide the cover to left and then lift up the bulb holder.

Slide in vent grille and replace the mounting screw. Turn the power back on at the main power supply and set the clock.

1. Unplug the oven or turn off power at the

2. Remove the LED lamp cover mounting screws.

5. Replace the bulb with a 30 watt appliance bulb.

Replace the bulb holder and screw.

7. Slide in vent grille and replace the mounting screw.

Replace the mounting screws. Turn the power back on at the main power supply.

3. Replace the LED Lamp board.

4. Replace the LED Lamp cover and mounting

5. Turn the power back on at the main power supply.

*It is recommended that the cooktop lamp be replaced by a qualified service technician.

USE OVENPROOF GLASS (treated for high intensity heat): Utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls without metallic trim. CHINA: Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without metallic trim. PLASTIC: Plastic wrap (as a cover)-- lay the plastic wrap loosely over the dish and press it to the sides. Vent plastic wrap by turning back one edge slightly to allow excess steam to escape. The dish should be deep enough so that the plastic wrap will not touch the food. As the food heats it may melt the plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food. Use plastic dishes, cups, semirigid freezer containers, and plastic bags only for short cooking times. Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food. PAPER: Paper towels, waxed paper, paper napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or design. Look for the manufacturer's label for use in the microwave oven.

METAL UTENSILS: Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Also avoid metal skewers, thermometers, or foil trays. Metal utensils can cause arcing, which can damage your microwave oven. METAL DECORATION: Metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc. The metal trim interferes with normal cooking and may damage the oven. ALUMINUM FOIL: Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings. Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the side walls and door of the oven. WOOD: Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven. Baskets react in the same way. TIGHTLY COVERED UTENSILS: Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered utensils. Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other food items before cooking. Tightly closed pouches could explode. BROWN PAPER: Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb too much heat and could burn. FLAWED OR CHIPPED UTENSILS: Any utensil that is cracked, flawed, or chipped may break in the oven. METAL TWIST TIES: Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags. They become hot and could cause a fire. Do not use recycled paper products in the microwave oven. They sometimes contain impurities that cause sparks to occur.TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM If nothing on the oven operates If the oven interior light does not work If oven will not cook If oven takes longer than normal to cook or cooks too rapidly If the time of day clock does not always keep correct time If food cooks unevenly If food is undercooked If food is overcooked If arcing (sparks) occur If the display shows a time counting down but the oven is not cooking Vent fan starts automatically POSSIBLE CAUSES

• check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker.

• check if oven is properly connected to the electric circuit in house.

• check that controls are set properly.

• the light bulb is loose or defective.

• check that control panel was programmed correctly.

• check that door is firmly closed.

• check that Start/Enter Pad was touched.

• check that timer wasn’t started instead of a cook function.

• be sure the Power Level is programmed properly.

• check that the power cord is fully inserted into the outlet receptacle.

• be sure the oven is the only appliance on the electrical circuit.

• be sure food is evenly shaped.

• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.

• check placement of aluminum foil strips used to prevent overcooking.

• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, time, and power levels) were correctly followed.

• be sure microwave oven is on a separate circuit.

• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.

• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, power level, time, size of dish) were followed.

• be sure microwavable dishes were used.

• be sure wire twist ties were not used.

• be sure oven was not operated when empty.

• make sure metal rack (if used) is properly installed on 4 supports.

• check that door is firmly closed.

• check that timer was not started instead of a cooking function.

• If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven, the fan in the vent hood will automatically turn on at the LEVEL 4 setting to cool the oven. It may stay on up to an hour to cool the oven.

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

Check the following list to be sure a service call is necessary. Reviewing additional information on items to check may prevent an unneeded service call.

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, do not remove outer case at any time, only an authorized service technician should remove outer case. TROUBLESHOOTING QUESTION Can I use a rack in my microwave oven so that I may reheat or cook in two rack positions at a time? Can I use either metal or aluminum pans in my microwave oven? Sometimes the door of my microwave oven appears wavy. Is this normal? What are the humming noises I hear when my microwave oven is operating? Why does the dish become hot when I microwave food in it? What does standing time mean? Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven? How do I get the best results? Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent? ANSWER Only use the rack that is supplied with your microwave oven. Use of any other rack can result in poor cooking performance and/or arcing and may damage your oven. Usable metal includes aluminum foil for shielding (use small, flat pieces). Never allow metal to touch walls or door. This appearance is normal and does not affect the operation of your oven. This is the sound of the transformer when the magnetron tube cycles on and off. As the food becomes hot it will conduct the heat to the dish. Use hot pads to remove food after cooking. Dish may not be microwave safe. Standing time means that food should be taken out of the oven and covered for additional time after cooking. This process allows the cooking to finish, saves energy, and frees the oven for other purposes. Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacturer’s guidelines or use the preprogrammed Popcorn pad. 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. When using a popper, be sure to follow manufacturer’s directions. Do not pop popcorn in glass utensils. Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven has been designed to vent this steam out the top vent. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS31www.lg.com

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