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 MHEC173** MFL68927907 Rev.02_020123 www.lg.com Copyright © 2021-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 3 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING 7 INSTALLATION 7 8 Product Overview Installation Requirements 10 OPERATION 10 11 13 13 20 27 28 Control Panel Before Use Quick Start and Stop Operating the Microwave Operating the Oven Cookware Guide Cooking Guide 32 SMART FUNCTIONS 32 34 LG ThinQ Application Smart DiagnosisTM Feature 35 MAINTENANCE 35 36 Cleaning Replacing Parts 37 TROUBLESHOOTING 37 39 FAQs Before Calling for Service 41 LIMITE
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. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. - Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. - Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 • The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven. Children must be kept away unless continuously supervised. • The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating. • Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter. • Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36 inches wide or less. Radio/TV/Wireless Equipment Interference • Operating the microwave oven near equipment-such as a radio, TV, wireless LAN, Bluetooth devices, medical equipment, or wireless equipment which uses the same frequency, may cause interference.
INSTALLATION 7 INSTALLATION Front View WARNING • Do not operate the oven when it is 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. CAUTION • To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, metal cookware, or metal rimmed cookware in the oven.
INSTALLATION How to Use Accessories Mode Microwave Convection Combination $ % % - % % - $ $ - $ - - $ $ $ - - Auto Defrost, Sensor Cook Sensor Reheat, Steam Cook Popcorn, Soften, Melt Kids Meal, Simmer Convection Bake, Air Fry Warm, Proof, Dehydrate Combination Bake Combination Roast Speed Combination $: Recommended method %: Alternate method -: Do not use NOTE • Do not operate the oven when it is empty except when preheating in the convection mode only.
INSTALLATION 9 grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. • Attach the 2 lag screws supporting the oven to a vertical, 2" x 4" wall stud. • Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. • DO NOT mount the microwave oven to an island or peninsula cabinet.
OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features a MICROWAVE • Select various microwave cooking functions. See Manual Cooking section and Cooking Mode section. b CONVECTION • Select various convection cooking functions. See Cooking Mode section. c Display • Shows the time of day, cook time settings, and selected cooking functions. d Number Keys • Set cooking time, power level or temperature, quantity or weight.
OPERATION 11 • To set the light, press Hi, Low, or Off to adjust the cooktop light. • Unlock the oven to resume normal use. • To set the ventilation: - Press 5 Speed to set the vent fan speed. - Press Auto Timeset to set ventilation time. (Turns off after 1, 3, 5, 10 or 30 minutes) Kitchen Timer The Timer function serves as an extra kitchen timer up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. It chimes when the set time runs out. It does not start or stop cooking.
OPERATION Setting the Vent Fan Speed When the fan is on, press 5 Speed to change the vent fan speed. • The fan speed will change in sequence from Level 4 to Level 5, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and back to Level 4. • The vent fan maintains the last setting if turned off and on again. Setting the Timed Ventilation Press Auto Timeset to set the ventilation time. • The ventilation time will change in sequence from 1 to 3, 5, 10, and 30 minutes.
OPERATION 13 Operating the Microwave Connect the appliance to a home Wi-Fi network to use smart functions. See SMART FUNCTIONS for more details. Microwave Mode Setting Up Wi-Fi 1 Press and hold the Settings button for three seconds. The Wi-Fi icon f appears at the top of the display when Wi-Fi is turned on. 2 Follow the instructions in the LG ThinQ application. Unless you are using the auto cooking functions, the cook time and power level must be set manually.
OPERATION • 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. - Instructions: Add water (1 - 2 cups: 2 tbsp water, 3 - 4 cups: 4 tbsp water). Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes. • 4 Frozen Vegetable (1 - 4 cups) - Always use microwavable containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap.
OPERATION 15 - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes. • 11 Casserole (1 - 4 cups) - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand for 3 minutes. • 3 Casserole (1 - 4 cups) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl - Food temperature: Room - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes. - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap.
OPERATION CAUTION • 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. - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Wash vegetables and cut into similar sized pieces (small florets: 20-25 g/ piece). Follow the instructions under Asparagus for adding water and using the steam bowl.
OPERATION 17 Press Auto Defrost. 2 Use the number keys to enter the desired menu code from the Auto Defrost Menu. 3 4 When the oven beeps, turn food over. After defrosting, let stand for 5-15 minutes. • 2 Poultry (0.1 - 6.0 lbs) - Poultry: Whole, cut-up, breast (boneless) Rinse chicken cavity with tap water and let stand for 60 minutes after cooking for better results. Use the number keys to enter the desired amounts. - Cornish hens: Whole - Turkey: Breast Press START/Enter.
OPERATION Soften Menu Melt Menu Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts. Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts. • 1 Butter (1, 2 or 3 sticks (4 oz/1 stick)) • 1 Butter (1, 2 or 3 sticks (4 oz/1 stick)) - Cookware: Microwave-safe dish - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Unwrap and place food in oven.
OPERATION 19 Kids Meal Menu - Food temperature: Room Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts. - 1 serving (water: 3/4 cup/200 g, rice: 3 oz/85 g) - Cookware: Microwave-safe dish - Food temperature: Refrigerated • 2 Corn Dog (2 or 4 ea (2 - 2.
OPERATION 3 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, fusilli 9 oz/ 255 g) 2 servings (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, spaghetti 6 oz/170 g) 4 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, fusilli 12 oz/ 340 g) 3 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, spaghetti 9 oz/255 g) - Instructions: Follow instructions for cooking Farfalle. • 4 Lasagna (1, 2, 3 servings) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl† - Instructions: Follow instructions for cooking Farfalle. † Use a large bowl that holds at least 1 gallon (4 L) and is at least 6 in.
OPERATION 21 6 4 Press START/Enter. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. 1 Press Conv. Bake. 350 ℉ appears in the display. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. NOTE • When the oven reaches the set preheat temperature, a melody will sound. The oven automatically holds that temperature for 30 minutes. 2 Set the oven temperature: Press 3, 7, 5 and START/Enter.
OPERATION NOTE • The oven temperature indicated in the chart above is recommended over the package instruction temperature. • The baking time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. Adjust the time according to conditions or your preference. Check doneness at the minimum time.
OPERATION 23 - Alternative: Conv. Bake at 450 ℉ for 25 - 27 min. • 2 Chicken Nuggets (1 - 2 servings) - Alternative: Conv. Bake at 450 ℉ for 14 - 16 min. • 9 Potato Wedges (1 - 2 servings) - Cookware: Metal tray on the rack - Food temperature: Frozen cooked - Food temperature: Frozen cooked - 1 serving: 5 ea, 2 servings: 10 ea - 1 serving: 9 ea, 2 servings: 18 ea - Alternative: Conv. Bake at 450 ℉ for 13 - 15 min. - Instructions: Place food in oven. Turn food over at beep.
OPERATION Combination Bake Menu Food Temp Time Comments (min) Pie, Pastries Quiche 400 ℉ 40 to 50 Let stand 1 hour before cutting. Convenience Foods Frozen Pizza Frozen Bread 425 ℉ 400 ℉ 20 to 30 15 to 30 Follow package directions for preparation. Vegetable Baked Potatoes 400 ℉ 25 to 35 Pierce skin with fork before baking. Place on the rack. NOTE • The baking time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference.
OPERATION 25 Food Fish (1 to 3 lbs, fillets) Shrimp (0.5 to 1.5 lbs) 350 ℉ 350 ℉ Time Comments (min/lb) 12 to 18 7 to 12 (/ 0.5 lbs) Turn over halfway through the cooking time. NOTE • The roasting time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. Adjust the time according to the food condition or your preference. Check doneness at the minimum time. Speed Combination Mode This function includes 4 presets for cooking common foods without entering settings manually.
OPERATION 4 Press STOP/Clear at any time to cancel. NOTE • This function is intended to keep food warm. Do not use it to cool food down. • It is normal for the fan to operate during the Warm mode. food in a single layer. Dehydrate temperatures range from 100 ℉ to 200 ℉. Use the metal tray. Setting the Dehydrate Function Example: Dehydrating for 5 hours at 140 ℉ 1 Press More Modes. 2 Press 1 to select Dehydrate mode.
OPERATION 27 • Pineapple - Preparation: Peel, core and cut into 3/8" (8 - 12 mm) slices. - Use: Snacks, baked goods, baked granola • Tomatoes - Preparation: Wash and slice into 1/4" (6 mm) thick circles. - Set temp / Time: 160 ℉ / 6 - 9 hrs - Use: Soups, stews, paste or sauce • Mushrooms - Preparation: Clean with soft brush or cloth. Don’t wash.
OPERATION cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that resembles lightning. - Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Also avoid metal skewers, thermometers, foil trays, metal-rimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc. The metal rim 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.
OPERATION 29 • Overcooked or Dry Food - Sprinkling: Sprinkle low-moisture foods such as roasts and vegetables with water before cooking, or cover them to retain moisture. - Shell: Pierce or remove the shells from eggs, clams, oysters, or other shelled foods before cooking. • Defrosting Tips - Remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from its original wrapping paper or plastic package.
OPERATION - 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. Precautions WARNING • Do not use your microwave oven to cook eggs in the shell. Pressure can build up inside the shell, causing it to burst. • To program the oven, press the center of each button firmly.
OPERATION 31 Check the Cooking Guide for instructions on using the metal rack. • When baking, check for doneness after cooking time is up. If not completely done, let stand in oven for a few minutes to complete cooking. Precautions • All cookware used for combination cooking must be both microwave-safe and oven-safe. • During combination baking, some baking cookware may cause arcing when it comes in contact with the oven walls or metal accessory racks.
SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application This feature is only available on models with Wi-Fi. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features Installing LG ThinQ Application and Connecting an LG Appliance Models with QR Code Scan the QR code attached to the product using the camera or a QR code reader application on your smartphone. • Settings - Allows you to set various options on the oven and in the application.
SMART FUNCTIONS 33 router. Purchase a Wi-Fi repeater (range extender) to improve the Wi-Fi signal strength. • The Wi-Fi may not connect or the connection may be interrupted because of the home network environment. • If the appliance cannot be connected due to problems with the wireless signal transmission, unplug the appliance and wait about a minute before trying again. • If the firewall on your wireless router is enabled, disable the firewall or add an exception to it.
SMART FUNCTIONS Smart DiagnosisTM Feature This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo. 3 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. The display will count down the time. Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, the diagnosis will be displayed in the application. Use this feature to help you diagnose and solve problems with your appliance. NOTE NOTE • For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.
MAINTENANCE 35 MAINTENANCE Cleaning 3 Cleaning the Interior Cleaning the Accessories Use a damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the door and wipe out crumbs between the door and the frame. 2 Remove greasy spatters with a soapy cloth and then rinse and dry. • Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon. • If steam accumulates inside or outside of the oven door, wipe the panels with a soft cloth.
MAINTENANCE 3 Rinse well and shake to dry. • Do not use ammonia or place in a dishwasher. The aluminum will darken. 4 To reinstall, slide the filter in on the back side and push it upward to secure it. NOTE • Do not operate the hood without the filters in place. 5 Slide the bottom of the vent cover into place. Push the top until it snaps into place. Tighten the vent grille screw in place. Replacing Parts 6 Close the oven door, plug in the power cord.
TROUBLESHOOTING 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will the oven be damaged if it operates while empty? A: Yes. Never operate the oven while it is empty or without the glass tray. Q: Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? A: No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity. The holes (or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.
TROUBLESHOOTING Q: Can I pop popcorn in my oven? How do I get the best results? A: Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacturer’s guidelines or use the preprogrammed Popcorn button. Do not use regular paper bags. Use the listening test by stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows to a pop every one or two seconds. Do not try to repop unpopped kernels. You can also use special microwave poppers. When using a popper, be sure to follow manufacturer’s directions.
TROUBLESHOOTING 39 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. Or, check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. • Close oven door. • Set cooking time. Timer function started. • If the display shows a time counting down but the oven is not cooking, check to see if a Timer function has been started instead of a cooking function.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Moisture collects on oven window or steam comes from oven vent Possible Cause & Solution This happens when cooking foods high in moisture. • This is normal. Wi-Fi Problem Trouble connecting appliance and smartphone to Wi-Fi network Possible Cause & Solution The password for the Wi-Fi network was entered incorrectly. • Delete your home Wi-Fi network and begin the connection process again. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on.
LIMITED WARRANTY 41 LIMITED WARRANTY 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.
LIMITED WARRANTY • 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 accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of nature, or any other causes beyond the control of LG.
LIMITED WARRANTY 43 Problem Spark / Arcing Cause • Check user instructions. • DO NOT use aluminum foil or metal utensils in microwave mode. Microwave oven installation issue. • Vibration noise • Unit is not level • Mounting bracket screw not fixed completely. • Mounting plate not aligned.
LIMITED WARRANTY Problem Cause Vent is not working. • Improper blower unit direction or installation. • Weak or no ventilation. • Improper ductwork or damper connection. Solution • Check blower unit direction and reinstall if necessary. • Properly align the exhaust operation ports and blower plate opening. • Abnormal noise during operation. • Product overheating. • Blower unit exhaust ports should be completely exposed to the outside.
LIMITED WARRANTY 45 arbitration, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court, but that small claims court action may not be brought on a class or representative basis. Governing Law. The law of the state of your residence shall govern this Limited Warranty and any disputes between us except to the extent that such law is preempted by or inconsistent with applicable federal law. Fees/Costs. You do not need to pay any fee to begin an arbitration.
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