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us_main.book.book Page 1 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM
OWNER'S MANUAL
MICROWAVE OVEN
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the
appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
www.lg.com
MFL68927906
Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.00_101821

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  • Page 1 Page 1 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OWNER'S MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH www.lg.com MFL68927906 Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rev.00_101821...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    10 OPERATION Control Panel Before Use Quick Start and Stop Operating the Microwave Operating the Oven Cookware Guide Cooking Guide 31 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Feature 34 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Replacing Parts 36 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Before Calling for Service 40 LIMITED WARRANTY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    us_main.book.book Page 3 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 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.
  • Page 4 us_main.book.book Page 4 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 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.
  • Page 5 us_main.book.book Page 5 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven. • The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements.
  • Page 6 us_main.book.book Page 6 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Ventilation • Burn Hazard: If a range or cooktop located below the microwave is operating, use caution when operating the microwave. External components of the microwave may become very hot and cause burns or other injury if touched.

  • Page 7: Installation

    us_main.book.book Page 7 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Product Overview WARNING • Do not operate the oven when it is empty or Front View 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.

  • Page 8: Installation Requirements

    us_main.book.book Page 8 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM INSTALLATION How to Use Accessories Microwave Convection Combination Auto Defrost, Sensor Cook Convection Bake, Air Fry Combination Bake Sensor Reheat, Steam Cook Warm, Proof, Dehydrate Combination Roast Mode Popcorn, Soften, Melt Speed Combination Kids Meal, Simmer : Recommended method...
  • Page 9 us_main.book.book Page 9 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM INSTALLATION • Mount the oven against a flat, vertical wall, so it for the electric current. This appliance is equipped is supported by the wall. The wall should be with a cord having a grounding wire with a constructed of a minimum of 2"...

  • Page 10: Operation

    us_main.book.book Page 10 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 10 OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features • Press +30 seconds to cook for 30 seconds at MICROWAVE high. • Select various microwave cooking functions. • Press +30 seconds during cooking to See Manual Cooking section and Cooking increase the cook time by 30 seconds.

  • Page 11: Before Use

    us_main.book.book Page 11 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION Control Lock Press and hold STOP/Clear until LOCKED appears in the display (approximately 3 • Press and hold STOP/Clear for 3 seconds to seconds). lock the control panel. Light and Vent Functions Canceling Child Lock Press and hold STOP/Clear until LOCKED •...
  • Page 12 us_main.book.book Page 12 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 12 OPERATION Setting Ventilation Functions Item Option Use this button to set the vent fan speed. The vent • 1 Slow 3 Scroll Speed removes steam and other vapors from the cooking surface.

  • Page 13: Quick Start And Stop

    The Wi-Fi icon appears at the top of the display. Press Power Level. Follow the instructions in the LG ThinQ Press 8 to select power level 8, and press application. START. • When cooking is complete, a chime sounds...
  • Page 14 us_main.book.book Page 14 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 14 OPERATION Using the Sensor Functions - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Add water (1 - 2 cups: 2 tbsp The sensor features offer convenient cooking or water, 3 - 4 cups: 4 tbsp water). Cover with reheating of popular food items automatically vented plastic wrap.
  • Page 15 us_main.book.book Page 15 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION • 10 Chicken Pieces (4 - 32 oz) • 2 Soup / Sauce (1 - 4 cups) - Cookware: Microwave-safe plate - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap.
  • Page 16 us_main.book.book Page 16 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 16 OPERATION steam plate in a single layer. Cover with the CAUTION steam cover. • Do not leave microwave unattended while • 2 Broccoli (1 - 3 cups) popping corn. - Cookware: Steam bowl •...
  • Page 17 us_main.book.book Page 17 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION Auto Defrost Mode • 1 Meat (0.1 - 6.0 lbs) - Beef: Ground beef, round steak, stew cubes, Using Defrost Menu tenderloin steak, pot roast, rib roast, rump roast, chuck roast, hamburger patties The oven has 4 preset defrost cycles.
  • Page 18 us_main.book.book Page 18 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 18 OPERATION Soften Menu - Food temperature: Refrigerated Refer to the information below to set the desired - Instructions: Unwrap and place food in oven. menu item and see the recommended amounts. After heating, stir to complete melting.
  • Page 19 us_main.book.book Page 19 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION • 2 Corn Dog (2 or 4 ea (2 - 2.5 oz/1ea)) oven. The paper towel will help absorb any water that boils over. Press More Modes and 4 - Cookware: Microwave-safe dish to select Simmer.

  • Page 20: Operating The Oven

    us_main.book.book Page 20 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 20 OPERATION Setting the Convection Bake Function • 5 Macaroni (1, 2, 3, 4 servings) † - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl Example: 45 minutes at 375 ℉ with - Food temperature: Room preheating - 1 serving (3 oz/85 g) 2 servings (6 oz/170 g)
  • Page 21 us_main.book.book Page 21 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION • During convection cooking, the vent fan in the vent hood will automatically turn on at the 1- speed (lowest speed) setting to protect the oven. Convection Baking Menu • Always use the metal rack when convection baking. Place food directly on the rack or in the metal tray on the rack.
  • Page 22 us_main.book.book Page 22 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 22 OPERATION Meat Roasting Menu Food Temp Time (min/lb) Beef Ribs (2 to 4 lbs), Rare 350 ℉ 30 to 35 Ribs (2 to 4 lbs), Medium 350 ℉ 35 to 40 Ribs (2 to 4 lbs), Well 350 ℉...
  • Page 23 us_main.book.book Page 23 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION - Food temperature: Frozen - 1 serving: 9 ea, 2 servings: 18 ea - 1 serving: 6 ea, 2 servings: 12 ea - Instructions: Place food in oven. Turn food over at beep.
  • Page 24 us_main.book.book Page 24 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 24 OPERATION Combination Roast Function Set the oven temperature: Press 4, 0, 0 and START. Example: 30 minutes at 400 ℉ Set the cook time: Press 3, 0, 0 and 0. Press Combi.
  • Page 25 us_main.book.book Page 25 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION Press START. Select the temperature level: Press 1 for High, 2 for Medium, or 3 for Low. • When the oven beeps, turn food over. • High: 195 ℉ (91 ℃) •...

  • Page 26: Cookware Guide

    us_main.book.book Page 26 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 26 OPERATION More Modes • Kiwi - Preparation: Peel and cut into 3/8" (8 - 12 mm) The product firmware may be updated to include slices. additional functions through More Modes. The function currently includes the Dehydrate mode.
  • Page 27 us_main.book.book Page 27 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION • China - Do not put plates with painted decoration in the oven, as the paint may contain metal and - Use bowls, cups, serving plates, pottery, cause arcing. stoneware, ceramic, and platters without metal rims or handles.

  • Page 28: Cooking Guide

    us_main.book.book Page 28 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 28 OPERATION Testing Cookware before Use • Heat-resistant plastic microwave cookware (safe to 450°F) may be used, but is not recommended Most heat resistant and non-metallic cookware is for foods that require crusting or all-around safe for use in your oven.
  • Page 29 us_main.book.book Page 29 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM OPERATION foods cooks more quickly than the lower food is still frozen solid in the center, return it portion. to the upper oven for more defrosting. - Shaping: Place the thickest portions of foods - Depending on the shape of the food, some like meat, poultry or fish toward the outside of areas may defrost more quickly than others.
  • Page 30 us_main.book.book Page 30 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 30 OPERATION • During combination baking, some baking NOTE cookware may cause arcing when it comes in contact with the oven walls or metal accessory • When baking cakes, cookies, breads, rolls, or racks.

  • Page 31: Smart Functions

    Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. • Firmware Update - Keep the appliance updated. • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection. NOTE •...
  • Page 32 Installing the LG ThinQ Application the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement smartphone.

  • Page 33: Smart Diagnosis Tm Feature

    If you experience a problem with your Wi-Fi equipped appliance, it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    us_main.book.book Page 34 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 34 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Cleaning the Accessories Wash the glass tray and rotating ring in mild, Cleaning the Interior sudsy water. For heavily soiled areas, use a mild cleanser and scouring sponge. Dry completely before use.

  • Page 35: Replacing Parts

    us_main.book.book Page 35 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM MAINTENANCE To reinstall, slide the filter in on the back side Close the oven door, plug in the power cord. and push it upward to secure it. NOTE • Do not operate the hood without the filters in place.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    us_main.book.book Page 36 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 36 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Will the oven be damaged if it operates while empty? Yes. Never operate the oven while it is empty or without the glass tray. Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? No.
  • Page 37 us_main.book.book Page 37 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Can I pop popcorn in my oven? How do I get the best results? 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.

  • Page 38: Before Calling For Service

    us_main.book.book Page 38 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 38 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Operation Problem Possible Cause & Solution Microwave oven Power cord is unplugged, door is open, or cooking time has not been set. does not start •...
  • Page 39 During Wi-Fi setup, the app is requesting a password to connect to the product (on certain phones). • Locate the network name which starts with "LG" under Settings > Networks. Note the last part of the network name. - If the network name looks like LGE_Appliance_XX-XX-XX, enter lge12345.

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    Should your LG Microwave Oven ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product ("You") and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States...
  • Page 41 • Damage or failure of the Product resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance. Improper repair includes the use of parts not authorized by LG. Improper installation or maintenance includes installation or maintenance contrary to the Product owner’s manual.
  • Page 42 us_main.book.book Page 42 Monday, October 18, 2021 10:34 AM 42 LIMITED WARRANTY Problem Cause Solution • Mounting bracket screw not fixed completely. Microwave oven Check with installer first. installation issue. • Mounting plate not aligned. • Vibration noise - 3/16" Hole on Studs, 5/8" Hole on Drywall •...
  • Page 43 Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Ave, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632. You and LG agree to engage in good faith discussions in an attempt to amicably resolve your claim.
  • Page 44 AAA in the manner described in the AAA Rules. You must also send a copy of your written demand to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc.
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