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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
MVEL213**
www.lg.com
MFL56516440
Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.01_051922

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  • Page 1 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 MVEL213** www.lg.com MFL56516440 Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rev.01_051922...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    10 OPERATION Control Panel Before Use Quick Start and Stop Manual Cooking Cooking Mode Cookware Guide Cooking Guide 25 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Feature 28 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Replacing Parts 30 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Before Calling for Service 34 LIMITED WARRANTY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    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 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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. • Do not use recycled paper products. They may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in cooking.
  • Page 6 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 •...
  • Page 7: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Product Overview Glass Tray Rotating Ring 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.
  • Page 8: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION † IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD. Specifications oven, a sensitive safety device detects overheating are subject to change without prior notice. and automatically turns the oven off. The oven cannot be used until it has cooled sufficiently. Installation Requirements Grounding Instructions Installation Location This appliance must be grounded.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION NOTE • Because this appliance fits under the cabinet, it has a short power supply cord. See the separate installation instructions for directions on properly placing the cord.
  • Page 10: Operation

    10 OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features • Start cooking without pressing the START/ Cooking Mode Enter button. • Select various microwave cooking functions. • Press +30 seconds to cook for 30 seconds at See Manual Cooking section and Cooking high.
  • Page 11: Before Use

    OPERATION • Press and hold STOP/Clear for 3 seconds to Press and hold STOP/Clear until LOCKED lock the control panel. appears in the display (approximately 3 seconds). Light and Vent Functions • To set the light, press Hi, Low, or Off to Canceling Child Lock adjust the cooktop light.
  • Page 12 12 OPERATION Setting Ventilation Functions Item Option Use this button to set the vent fan speed. The vent 3 Scroll Speed • 1 Slow removes steam and other vapors from the cooking surface. • 2 Normal • 3 Fast Turning the Vent Fan On or Off 4 Defrost Weight •...
  • Page 13: Quick Start And Stop

    (5:30). seconds. The Wi-Fi icon appears at the top of the display when Wi-Fi is turned on. Press Power Level. Follow the instructions in the LG ThinQ application. Press 8 to select power level 8, and press START/Enter. NOTE • When cooking is complete, a chime sounds •...
  • Page 14: Cooking Mode

    14 OPERATION Cooking for 3 Minutes at High NOTE Press 3 to start cooking • The countdown appears in the display after START/Enter is pressed. The oven chimes once • When cooking is complete, a chime sounds during the defrost cycle. and COOK END appears in the display window.
  • Page 15 OPERATION Use the number keys to enter the desired Press START/Enter. menu code from the Soften Menu. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Use the number keys to enter the desired Melt Menu amounts from the Soften Menu.
  • Page 16 16 OPERATION Press START/Enter. • 2 Broccoli (1 - 3 cups) • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds - Cookware: Microwavable steamer (not and COOK END appears in the display. provided) - Food temperature: Refrigerated Kids Meal Menu - Instructions: Wash vegetables and cut into Refer to the information below to set the desired similar sized pieces (small florets: 20-25 g/...
  • Page 17 OPERATION More Modes Simmer. Press 1 to select Rice. Then press numbers to enter the weight. Press START/ The product firmware may be updated to include Enter to start cooking. At the beep, carefully additional functions through More Modes. remove the bowl from the oven and add the The modes currently include the Simmer function.
  • Page 18 18 OPERATION - Food temperature: Room NOTE - 1 serving (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, lasagna 3 oz/ • Be careful when removing the bowl from the 85 g) oven or opening the lid as it will be very hot. 2 servings (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, lasagna 6 oz/ 170 g) 3 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, lasagna 9 oz/255 g)
  • Page 19 OPERATION Sensor Reheat Mode - Food temperature: Room - Instructions: Put the rice and water in the bowl This feature reheats single servings of previously as below. cooked foods or a plate of leftovers. Rice 0.5 cup (96 g), water 1-1/3 cups (314 g) Press Reheat.
  • Page 20 20 OPERATION - Instructions: Place on paper towel. Do not • Potato (1 - 4 potatoes (7 - 9 oz/ea)) cover. - Cookware: Paper towel - Food temperature: Room WARNING - Instructions: Pierce skin with a fork and place • Be careful when handling the container. on paper towel.
  • Page 21: Cookware Guide

    OPERATION Sensor Beverage Mode periods or at high power levels, as the hot food will eventually warp or melt the plastic. - Plastic wrap (as a cover): Lay the plastic wrap Setting the Sensor Beverage Function loosely over the dish and press it to the sides. •...
  • Page 22: Cooking Guide

    22 OPERATION cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that Heat the container and glass measuring cup resembles lightning. for 1 minute at HIGH power. - Metal shields the food from microwave energy • If the water heats up but the container and produces uneven cooking.
  • Page 23 OPERATION allow it to finish cooking and help flavors blend - When using Defrost, the weight to be entered and develop. is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the - Quantity: The more food you place in the container).
  • Page 24 24 OPERATION allow the turntable to cool before removing it from the oven. • Do not use the oven to dry newspapers or clothes. They may catch fire. • Use thermometers that have been approved for microwave oven cooking. • The turntable must always be in place when you operate the oven.
  • Page 25: Smart Functions

    Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. • Firmware Update • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network - Keep the appliance updated. connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.
  • Page 26 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 27: 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 28: Maintenance

    28 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Press STOP/Clear after cleaning. Cleaning the Interior Cleaning the Accessories Use a damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the Wash the glass tray and rotating ring in mild, door and wipe out crumbs between the door sudsy water.
  • Page 29: Replacing Parts

    6 to 12 months, and more often if necessary. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To order a new charcoal filter, contact an LG Customer Information Center or visit the lg.com website. Unplug the power cord and wear gloves.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    30 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 31 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 32: Before Calling For Service

    32 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 • Plug in power cord. Or, check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. •...
  • Page 33 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 34: 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 35 • 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 36 36 LIMITED WARRANTY Problem Cause Solution Microwave oven • Mounting bracket screw not fixed completely. Check with installer first. installation issue. • Mounting plate not aligned. • Vibration noise - 3/16" Hole on Studs, 5/8" Hole on Drywall • Unit is not level Only •...
  • Page 37 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 38 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.
  • Page 39 Memo...

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