LG Electronics USA S074SV Microwave Oven User Manual MFL51830804 1 1 BBY

LG Electronics USA Microwave Oven MFL51830804 1 1 BBY

Users Manual

GS0713STGS0713SBGS0713SWwww.lg.comOWNER’S MANUALMICROWAVE OVENPLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING.MFL51830806
2TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY................................................................................................................................................................. 3-5Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy............................................................3Grounding Instructions............................................................................................................................................ 3 Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 4-5UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN  .............................................................................................. 6-10Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................... 6  Installation............................................................................................................................................................... 6Parts and Accessories ............................................................................................................................................ 7Control Panel ......................................................................................................................................................... 8Tips for Microwave Cooking ................................................................................................................................... 9Precautions........................................................................................................................................................... 10Cleaning................................................................................................................................................................ 10USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ................................................................................................................. 11-18  Please record the model number and serial number of this unit for future reference. We also suggest you record the details of your contact with LG (LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.) concerning this unit.Staple your receipt here for proof of purchase.Model No: Serial No: Dealer: Dealer Phone No: Customer RelationsLG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.Service Division Bldg. #3201 James Record Rd.Huntsville, AL 35824-0126Thank you for purchasing a GoldStar microwave oven. HEATING/REHEATING GUIDE.............................................................................................................................. 19 FRESH VEGETABLE GUIDE ................................................................................................................................ 20TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................................... 21-23Questions and Answers................................................................................................................................... 21-22Before Calling for Service..................................................................................................................................... 23WARRANTY............................................................................................................................................................  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3SAFETY• Do not attempt to operate this oven withthe door open, since open-door operation canresult in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamperwith the safety interlocks.• Do not place any object between the ovenfront face and the door, or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. • Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.It is particularly important that the oven doorclose properly and that there is no damage tothe:- door (bent),- hinges and latches (broken or loosened),  - door seals and sealing surfaces.• The oven should not be adjusted orrepaired by anyone except properly qualifiedservice personnel.PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGYGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSThis appliance must be grounded. In the eventof an electrical short circuit, grounding reducesthe risk of electric shock by providing an escapewire for the electric current. This appliance isequipped with a cord having a grounding wireand a grounding plug. The plug must be pluggedinto an outlet that is properly installed andgrounded.WARNINGImproper grounding can result in a risk of electricshock. Consult a qualified electrician if thegrounding instructions are not completelyunderstood, or if doubt exists as to whether theappliance is properly grounded, and either:  1. 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 recepta-cle that will accept the plug on the appliance.The marked rating of the extension cord shallbe equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance, or . . .2. Do not use an extension cord. If the powersupply cord is too short, have a qualifiedelectrician or serviceman install an outlet nearthe appliance.NOTES:1. A short power-supply cord is provided toreduce the risks resulting from becomingentangled in or tripping over a longer cord.2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercisedin their use.3. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1)the marked electrical rating of the cord set orextension cord should be at least as great asthe electrical rating of the appliance, (2) theextension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and (3) the longer cord should bearranged so that it will not drape over thecountertop or tabletop where it can be pulledon by children or tripped over accidentally.Ensure proper groundexists before use
4IMPORTANT SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS 3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  found on page 3 of this manual.4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.5. Some products, such as whole eggs and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is notdesigned for industrial or laboratory use.7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.11. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water – for example, near a kitchen sink,in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar location.12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.14. Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials areplaced inside the oven to facilitate cooking.b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.c. If materials inside the oven ignite, KEEP OVEN DOOR CLOSED, turn oven off, and disconnect thepower cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.d. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.SAFETY POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE  MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3 of this manual. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2. Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID  The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven to avoid harm to yourself or damage to youroven.
5SAFETY17. Liquids such as water, coffee,or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing tobe boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not alwayspresent. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THECONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. Toreduce the risk of injury to persons;  1) Do not overheat the liquid.     2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.    3) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.4) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing thecontainer5) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.18. Avoid heating small-necked containers such as syrup bottles.19. Avoid using corrosive and vapors, such as sulfide and chloride.20. Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may becomeoverheated. The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients(instant coffee, etc.), resulting in harm to the oven and possible injury. In all containers, for best results, stir the liquid several times before heating. Always stir liquid several times between reheatings.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENSPECIFICATIONS*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD Specifications subject to change without prior notice.MODEL GS0713ST / GS0713SB / GS0713SWPower Supply 120 V AC, 60 HzRated Power Consumption 1000 WMicrowave Output 700 WFrequency 2450 MHzRated Current 9.0 AOverall Dimensions(WxHxD) 1715 /16"101/413Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD) 123 3/412716 16"Effective Capacity of Oven Cavity 0.7 Cu.ft./"/ "7"INSTALLATIONA. CircuitsFor safety purposes this oven must be plugged into a20 Amp circuit. No other electrical appliances or light-ing circuits should be on this line. If in doubt, consult alicensed electrician.B. Voltage Warning The voltage used at the wall receptacle must be thesame as specified on the oven name plate located onthe back or on the side of the control panel of the oven.Use of a higher voltage is dangerous and may result ina fire or other type of accident causing oven damage.Low voltage will cause slow cooking. In case yourmicrowave oven does not perform normally in spite ofproper voltage, remove and reinsert the plug.C. Placement of the OvenYour microwave oven can be placed easily in yourkitchen, family room, or anywhere else in your home.Place the oven on a flat surface such as a kitchencountertop or a specially designed microwave ovencart at least 100cm (39.4 inches) from floor. Do notplace oven above a gas range. Free air flow aroundthe oven is important. Allow at least 4 inches of space at the top, sides, and back of the oven forproper ventilation. NOTES:•Never place the turntable in the oven upside down.D. Do not block the air ventsAll air vents should be kept clear during cooking. If airvents are covered during oven operation the oven mayoverheat. In this case, a sensitive thermal safety deviceautomatically turns the oven off. The oven will be inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently.E. Radio interference1. Microwave oven operation may interfere with TV or radio reception.2. When there is interference, it may be reduced oreliminated by taking the following measures:a. Clean the door and the sealing surfaces of theoven.b. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or TV.c. Relocate the microwave oven in relation to the TV or radio.d. Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.e. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits4sehcni4inches4sehcni*
7PARTS AND ACCESSORIESYour oven comes with the following accessories:• Owner’s Manual and Cooking Guide : 1 each• Glass Turntable : 1 each• Rotating Ring : 1 eachNOTE: This microwave oven is designed for household use only. It is not recommended for commercial use.TurntableRotating RingDoor SealDisplay WindowOven Front Plate Window Door ScreenControl PanelDoor Open ButtonSafety Door Lock SystemwWARNING:Do not operate the oven when empty or without the glass tray. It is best toleave a glass water in the oven when not in use. The water will safly absorball microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
8UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENCONTROL PANEL1. DISPLAY: The display includes a clock and indicators that tell you the time of day, cook time settings, and cooking functions selected.13. START : This feature allows oven to begin  5. CLOCK : Touch this pad to set time of day.  6. KITCHEN TIMER : Touch this pad to set timer.12.Touch this pad to energy2. ONE TOUCH CONTROL: Touch this pad to cook without entering a cook time or power.3. AUTO DEFROST: Touch this pad to defrost foodsby entering weight. 4. QUICK DEFROST: Touch this pad to defrost foods quickly.  8. NUMBER PADS : Touch number pads to entercook time, power level, quantities, or weights.  9. TIME COOK : Touch this pad to set a cook time.  10. POWER LEVEL : Touch this pad to set a cook   11. STOP/CLEAR : It used to stop oven and clear allentries except time day.  7.  EZ-ON : You can extend cooking time in multiples of 30 seconds by repeatedly touching this pad during cooking.ENERGY SAVING :power. functioning.saving  GS0713SBGS0713SWGS0713ST
9UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENTIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKINGBROWNINGMeat and poultry with high fat content cooked for atleast 10 to 15 minutes will brown lightly. Foods cookeda shorter time can be brushed with a browning agent,such as Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or barbecuesauce.COVERING A cover will trap heat and steam and cause the food tocook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave-safe plasticwrap with one corner folded back to vent the excesssteam. Lids on glass casseroles can become hotduring cooking; always handle carefully. Waxed paperwill prevent the food from splattering in the oven andhelp retain heat. When warming bread items, usewaxed paper, napkins, or paper towels. To absorb extra moisture, wrap sandwiches and fatty foods in papertowels.SPACINGArrange individual foods, such as baked potatoes,cupcakes, and hors d’oeuvres in a circle and at least 1 inch apart. This will help the food cook more evenly.STIRRING Stirring blends flavors and redistributes the heat infoods. Always stir from the outside toward the center of the dish. Food at the outside of the dish heats first.TURNINGLarge foods, such as roasts and whole poultry, shouldbe turned so that the top and bottom cook evenly. Alsoturn over chicken pieces and chops.ARRANGEMENTDo not stack food. Arrange in a single layer in the dishfor more even cooking. Because dense foods cookmore slowly, place thicker portions of meat, poultry,fish, and vegetables toward the outside of the dish.TESTING FOR DONENESS Foods cook quickly in a microwave oven; test frequentlyfor doneness.STANDING TIME Food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes afterbeing removed from the oven. Usually, you need tocover food during standing time to retain heat. Removemost foods when they are slightly undercooked andthey will finish cooking during standing time. The internal temperature of food will rise about 10°F duringstanding time.SHIELDING To prevent some portions of rectangular or squaredishes from overcooking, you may need to shield them with small strips of aluminum foil to block themicrowaves. You can also cover poultry legs and wing tips with foil to keep them from overcooking.Always keep foil at least 1 inch from oven wallsto prevent arcing.PIERCING Pierce the shell, skin, or membrane of foods beforecooking to prevent them from bursting. Foods thatrequire piercing include yolks and whites of eggs, hotdogs, clams, oysters, and whole vegetables, such aspotatoes and squash.
10CLEANINGPRECAUTIONSUNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN•Place the front surface of the door three inches ormore from the countertop edge to avoid accidentaltipping of the microwave oven during normal use.•To program the oven, make sure you touch the centerof each pad firmly since the areas between the padswill not activate the oven. A tone will sound each timea pad is touched correctly. Do not touch several padsat once.•Do not strike the control panel with silverware,cookware, etc. Breakage may occur.•Always use caution when taking cookware out of theoven. Some dishes absorb heat from the cooked foodand may be hot. See the “Cookware Guide” earlier inthis section for more information.•Do not rinse cookware immediately after cooking. Thismay cause breakage. Also, always allow the turntableto cool before removing it from the oven.•Never operate the oven when it is empty. Food orwater should always be in the oven during operationto absorb the microwave energy.•Do not use the oven to dry newspapers or clothes.They may catch fire.•Use thermometers that have been approved formicrowave oven cooking.•The turntable must always be in place when youoperate the oven. •Do not use your microwave oven to cook eggs in theshell. Pressure can build up inside the shell, causing itto burst.•There are several precautions to follow whenmicrowaving popcorn:— Do not pop popcorn, except in a microwave-safecontainer or commercial packages designed formicrowave ovens. — Never try to pop popcorn in a paper bag that is notmicrowave-approved. — Overcooking may result in smoke and fire. — Do not repop unpopped kernels. — Do not reuse popcorn bags.— Listen while corn pops. Stop oven when poppingslows to 2-3 seconds between pops.— Do not leave microwave unattended while poppingcorn.— Follow directions on bag.NOTE: Before cleaning the oven, unplug the powercord. If this is impossible, open the oven door toprevent an accidental oven start.INTERIORWipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth anda mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. Thisshould be done weekly or more often, if needed. Neveruse cleaning powders or rough pads.Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will be difficultto remove if left for many days. Wipe splatters with awet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken orbacon.REMOVABLE PARTSThe turntable and rotating ring are removable. Theyshould be hand-washed in warm (not hot) water with amild detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are clean,rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use cleaningpowders, steel wool, or rough pads.•The turntable may be cleaned at the sink. Be carefulnot to chip or scratch the edges as this may causethe turntable to break during use.•The rotating ring should be cleaned regularly.DOORFor best performance and safety, the inner door paneland the oven front frame should be free of food orgrease buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent; thenrinse and wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders orrough pads.After cleaning the control panel, touch CLEAR to clearany entries that might have been entered accidentallywhile cleaning the panel. Also make sure that theturntable and rotating ring are in the right position.
SETTING TIME OF DAYwhen power resumes after a power interruption,Example : To set the clock for 10:30.When your oven is plugged in for the first time orthe numbers in the display reset to '0'.EZ-ONA time-saving pad, this simplified control lets youquickly set and start microwave cooking at 100%power without the need to set the time and pressSTART.NOTE:If you touch EZ-ON, it will add 30 seconds up to 3 minutes 30 seconds; after 3 minutes 30 seconds,every touch will add 1 minute up to 99 min 59seconds.Example: To cook for 1 minute.Time of dayTwice. Time counting downTouch: Display Shows:TIMED COOKINGThis feature lets you program a specific cook time andpower level. For best results, there are 10 power levelsettings in addition to HIGH (100%) power. Refer tothe “Microwave Power Levels Table on page 1 formore information.Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 secondsat 80% power. NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the ovenwill automatically cook at 100% power.Touch: Display Shows:Touch: Display Shows:               12:00     10:30     10:30p-h  ip-80:00       5:30       5:30Time counting downKITCHEN TIMERYou can use your microwave oven as a timer.Usethe Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.Example: To count 3 minutes.Touch: Display Shows:        3:00          3:00       2.3.1.4.2.3.1.4..2.1.2.3.1.Time of day:0Time counting downUSING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
12USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENTouch and hold until “L”disappears from the display.(approximately 4 seconds)CHILD LOCKUse this safety feature to lock the control panelwhen you are cleaning it, or to prevent childrenfrom using the oven when you do not want themto.To set C.To cancel CHILD LOCK.Touch and hold until “L” appears in the display.(approximately 4 seconds)Touch:Touch: Display shows ONE TOUCH CONTROL Use this function to cook food without entering acook time or power. Refer to the One Touch ControlChart below for more information.Example: To cook a 3.5 oz. bag ofmicrowave popcorn.Touch: Display Shows:1. Time of day2. once. 3.53. The oven will start             Time counting down.automatically.8.9.10. When the first stage is over, you will hear twoshort tones as the oven begins the secondcook stage.For best results, some recipes call for different cooking power levels during different stages of a  cook cycle. You can program your oven to switch  from one power level to another for up to 3 stages.Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.  MULTISTAGE COOKINGto set a 3-minute cook time for the  first stage.to set an 80% cook power for the first stage.1.3.2.4.5.6.7.to set a 7-minute cook time for the  second stage.       7:00      to set a 50% cook power for the second stage.   3:00       p-h  ip-807p-h  ip- 0 5   3:00       Time of day      lDisplay shows 1.2.1.:0:0       l
13USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENONE TOUCH CONTROL CHARTCategory Touch Serving size DirectionsPOPCORN • Follow package instructions.• Use popcorn package which is made especiallyfor microwave cooking.• Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.• Heat only 1 package at a time.• Do not leave the microwave oven unattended  while popping popcorn.• 8-10 oz. .POTATO One TimeTwo Times • Place in center of the turntable tray on paper towel.Three Times • Pierce potato several times with fork.Four Times • After cooking, let stand for 5 minutes.BEVERAGE One Time 1 cup • 240ml per cup.Two Times 2 cups • Use mug or microwave-safe cup.• Stir after reheating.One Time 1 serving • Arrange food on turntable tray.FOOD PLATETwo Times 2 servings  • Place meaty portions and bulky vegetableto the outside of the plate.• Cover with plastic wrap and vent.• After cooking, let stand for 2 minutes.FROZEN One Time 10 oz. • Follow the package instructions.ENTREE • Example of one frozen entree is Lasagnawith Meat Sauce, Chicken with Rice, SlicedTurkey Breast with Rice and Vegetable.FRESH One Time 1 cup • Prepare vegetable(wash and cut into 1/2-inch pieces).VEGETABLETwo Times 2 cups • Cover with plastic wrap and vent.Three Times 3 cups • Most vegetables need 2 to 3 minutesFour Times 4 cups standing time to finish cooking.1 & 2 cups - Add 2 tablespoon water.3 & 4 cups - Add 4 tablespoon water.One Time 3.5 oz.Two Times 3.0 oz.
14USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENMICROWAVE POWER LEVELSYour microwave oven is equipped with ten power levels (11 steps including 0) to give you maximumflexibility and control over cooking. When your cooking program is completed, a beep automaticallysounds. The table below will give you some idea of which foods are prepared at each of the variouspower levels.MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL CHART Power Level Use● Boil water.● Brown ground beef.10 100% ● Cook fresh fruits & vegetables.(High) ● Make candy.● Cook fish, meat & poultry.● Preheat browning dish.9 90% ● Heat precooked food.● Saute onions, celery & green pepper.8 80% ● All reheating● Roast meat & poultry.7 70% ● Cook mushrooms & shellfish.● Cook foods which contain cheese & eggs.6 60% ● Bake cakes, muffins.● Prepare eggs.● Cook meat, poultry.5 50% ● Cook custard● Prepare rice, soup.4 40% ● Melt butter & chocolate.● Cook less tender cuts of meat.3 30% ● All defrosting2 20% ● Soften butter & cheese.1 10% ● Soften ice cream.● Raise yeast dough.00● Standing time.● Independent timer.Output (of watts)
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENAUTO DEFROST NOTE:Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven. When you touch the START pad, the displayThe defrost feature provides you with the best changes to defrost time countdown. The oven will beepduring the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the doordefrosting method for frozen foods. The auto and turn, separate, or rearrange the food.defrost guide will show you which defrost Remove any portions that have thawed. Return frozensequence is recommended for the food you are portions to the oven and touch START todefrosting. resume the defrost cycle. The oven will not stopFor added convenience, the Auto Defrost during the BEEP unless the door is opened.includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds OPERATING TIPSyou to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange  • For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, andto get the best defrost results. Three different  poultry from its original closed paper or plastic packagedefrosting levels are provided. (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold steamand juice close to the foods, which can cause thedEF1  Ground Meat outer surface of the foods to cook.dEF2  Poultry • For best results, shape your ground meat into theform of a doughnut before freezing. When defrosting,dEF3  Steaks/Chops scrape off thawed meat when the beep sounds andcontinue defrosting.Example: To defrost 1.2 lbs. of ground beef. • Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwaveroasting rack to catch drippings.• Food should still be somewhat icy in the center whenTouch: Display Shows: removed from the oven.   Q-DEFROST1.  1This feature should be used only when you defrost1.0 lbs of frozen ground meat,poultry and steaks/chops.2. and           1.2Touch: Display Shows:3. Time counting down 1. Time of dayAt the end of cooking4. time, 4  long tones willsound.  Time counting downNOTES: When the oven sound a tone duringtime counting down, pen the door and turn,separate, or rearrange food.
16USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENAUTO DEFROST GUIDESEQUENCETOUCH FOOD MIN./MAX.AUTO DEFROST• BEEF  ..................Ground beef, Cubes for stew, ...............................Pot roast, Rib roast, Rump roast,GROUND one time ...............................Chuck roast, Hamburger patty.MEAT • LAMB  .................Rolled roast 0.1/6.0 lbs.• PORK  .................Hot dogs, Spareribs, ...............................Country-style ribs,...............................Rolled roast, Sausage.• VEAL  ..................Cutlets (1lb., 1/2-inch thick)• POULTRY  ...........Whole (under 4 lbs), Cut up POULTRY two times ...............................Breasts (boneless) 0.1/6.0 lbs.• CORNISH HENS...Whole• TURKEY ..............Breast (under 6 lbs.)• STEAKS ..............Round steak, Tenderloin steak.STEAKS/CHOPSthree times • CHOPS ................Lamb chops (1-inch thick), Pork chops (1/2-inch thick). 0.1/6.0 lbs.• FISH.....................Fillets, Steaks, Whole.• SHELLFISH.........Crab meat, Lobster tails, Shrimp,...............................ScallopsENERGY SAVINGTo set the ENERGY SAVINGSTOP/Clear   (ENERGY SAVING) Clear )(
17USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENCOOKING TIPSMEAT1. No special techniques are required. Meat should be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season ifdesired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before cooking.2. Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or microwave-proof plate and place on the turntable.3. Cook according to the Meat Cooking Chart (below). Use the longer time for large meats and theshorter time for smaller meats. For thicker chops, use the longer time.4. Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking time.5. Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after cooking. The standing time is very important as itcompletes the cooking process.6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly cooked before eating.MEAT COOKING CHARTNOTE: The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes andpreferences. The times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the food.POULTRY1. No special techniques are required. Poultry should be prepared as with conventional cooking.Season if desired.2. Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted. Remove giblets and any metal clamps. 3. Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil unless the poultry is self-basting.4. All poultry should be placed on a microwave roast-ing rack or a microwave-proof plate and placedon the turntable.5. Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry Cooking Chart below. Turn over halfway throughthe cooking time. Because of its shape, poultry has a tendency to cook unevenly, especially invery bony parts.Turning during roasting helps to cook these areas evenly.6. Let stand for 5-10 minutes wrapped in foil after cooking before carving. The standing time is veryimportant, as it completes the cooking process.7. Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eating. Whole poultry is completely cooked whenthe juices run clear from the inside thigh when it is pierced with a sharp knife. Poultry piecesshould be pierced with a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that the juices are clearand the flesh is firm.Meat                                   MicrowavePower Level                 Cooking time Per PoundBEEFStanding/Rolled Rib – Rare– Medium– Well-doneGround Beef (to brown for casserole)Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted(4 oz. each)– 2 patties– 4 pattiesPORKLoin, LegBacon– 4 slices– 6 slices888HIGH(100%)HIGH(100%)HIGH(100%)8HIGH(100%)HIGH(100%)8 - 10 minutes9 - 11 minutes10 - 12 minutes  6 - 8 minutes2 - 4 minutes3 - 5 minutes11 - 14 minutes2 - 3 minutes3 - 5 minutesWARNING: Do not use aluminum foil duringcooking cycle.
18USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVENCOOKING TIPS (continued)POULTRY COOKING CHARTNOTES:• The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes and preferences.The times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the food.• If whole poultry is stuffed, the weight of the stuffed bird should be used when calculating thecooking time.STEAKS/CHOPS1. Arrange fish in a large shallow non-metallic dish or casserole.2. Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or casserole lid.3. Place the dish on the turntable.4. Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh Fish Cooking Chart below. Flakes of butter can beadded to the fish if desired.5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Chart before serving.6. After standing time, check to see that the fish is thoroughly cooked. The fish should be opaqueand flake easily.FRESH FISH COOKING CHARTFish Power Cooking Time Method StandingPer Pound TimeFish FilletsWhole Mackerel,Cleaned and PreparedWhole Trout,Cleaned and PreparedSalmon SteaksHIGHHIGHHIGHHIGH4 - 6 minutes4 - 6 minutes5 - 7 minutes5 - 7 minutesAdd 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice––Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice2 - 3 minutes3 - 4 minutes3 - 4 minutes3 - 4 minutesPoultry                                  MicrowavePower Level               Cooking time Per PoundCHICKENWholeBreast (boned)PortionsTURKEYWhole88886 - 9 minutes5 - 8 minutes10 - 16 minutes8 - 10 minutesWARNING: Do not use aluminum foil duringcooking cycle.
19HEATING/REHEATING GUIDE.To heat or reheat successfully in the microwave, it is important to follow several guidelines. Measurethe amount of food in order to determine the time needed to reheat. Arrange the food in a circularpattern for best results. Room temperature food will heat faster than refrigerated food. Canned foodsshould be taken out of the can and placed in a microwavable container. The food will be heatedmore evenly if covered with a microwavable lid or plastic wrap and vented. Remove cover carefullyto prevent steam burns. Use the following chart as a guide for reheating cooked food.3 slices (1/4-inch thick)Chicken pieces1 breast1 leg and thighFish fillet (6-8 oz.)Lasagna1 serving (101/2oz.)Casserole1 cup4 cupsCasserole – cream or cheese 1 cup4 cupsSloppy Joe orBarbecued beef1 sandwich(1/2cup meat filling)without bunMashed potatoes 1 cup4 cupsBaked beans1 cupRavioli or pasta in sauce1 cup 4 cupsRice1 cup4 cupsSandwich roll or bun1 rollVegetables1 cup4 cupsSoup1 serving (8 oz.)                     1-2 minutes                    2-31/2 minutes11/2-3 minutes                     4-6 minutes                    1-31/2 minutes                     5-8 minutes                      11/2-3 minutes                    31/2-51/2 minutes             1-21/2 minutes                    1-3 minutes                    5-8 minutes                     11/2-3 minutes                     21/2-4 minutes                     71/2-11 minutes                  11/2-31/2 minutes                  4-61/2 minutes                  15-30 seconds                    11/2-21/2 minutes                   4-6 minutesCover with plastic wrap and vent.* Note: Gravy or sauce helps to keep meat juicy.Place chicken pieces on microwavable plate. Place fish on microwavable plate. Cover with plastic wrap and vent.Place lasagna on microwavable plate. Cover with plastic wrap and vent.COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.Reheat filling and bun separately.Cook filling covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once. Heat bun as directed in chart below.COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.Wrap in paper towel and place on glassmircrowavable rack COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway through cooking.2-4 minutes   11/2-21/2 minutesCover with plastic wrap and vent. Sliced meat Place sliced meat on microwavable plate. Items   Cook time (at HIGH) Special InstructionsLMA1180ST
20FRESH VEGETABLE GUIDE14Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.Cauliflower, 1lb. 7-11 Trim. Add 1/4cup water in 1 qt. covered Fresh, Whole Stir halfway through cooking.Flowerettes, Fresh 2 cups 21/2-41/2Slice. Add 1/2 cup water in 11/2 qt. covered Celery, Fresh, 4 cups 6-8SlicedCorn, Fresh 2 ears 5-9 Husk. Add 2 tbsp water in 11/2qt. baking dish.Cover.Mushrooms, 1/2 Ib. 2-31/2  Place mushrooms in 11/2qt. covered Fresh, Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.Parsnips, Fresh, 1Ib. 4-8 Add 1/2cup water in 11/2  qt. covered casserole.Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.Peas, Green, 4 cups 7-10 Add 1/2cup water in 11/2qt. covered casserole.Fresh Stir halfway through cooking.Sweet Potatoes 2 medium 5-10 Pierce potatoes several times with fork. Whole Baking 4 medium 7-13 Place on 2 paper towels.(6-8 oz. each) Turn over halfway through cooking.White Potatoes, 2 potatoes 5-8 Pierce potatoes several times with fork. Whole Baking 4 potatoes 10-14 Place on 2 paper towels.(6-8 oz. each) Turn over halfway through cooking.Spinach, Fresh, 1Ib. 4-7 Add 1/2cup water in 2 qt. covered casserole.LeafSquash, Acorn or 1 medium 6-8 Cut squash in half. Remove seeds.Butternut, Fresh Place in 8 x 8-inch baking dish. Cover.Zucchini, Fresh, 1Ib. 41/2-71/2Add 1/2  cup water in 1 1/2qt. covered casserole.Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.Zucchini, Fresh, 1Ib. 6-9 Pierce. Place on 2 paper towels.Whole Turn zucchini over and rearrange halfway 2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutescasserole.casserole. Stir halfway through cooking.casserole.through cooking. Artichokes 2 medium 5-8  Trim. Add 2 tsp water and 2 tsp juice. Cover.(8oz. each) 4 mediumAsparagus, 1Ib. 3-6 Add 1/2Fresh, SpearsBeans, Green & 1 lb. 7-11 Add 1/21/2Wax halfway through cooking.Beets, Fresh 1 Ib. 12-16 Add 1/2cup water in 11/2qt. covered casserole.Rearrange halfway through cooking.Broccoli, Fresh, 1Ib. 4-8 Place broccoli in baking dish. Add 1/2cup water. SpearsCabbage, Fresh, 1Ib. 4-7 Add 1/2cup water in 11/2qt. covered ChoppedCarrots, Fresh, 2 cups 2-4 Add /cup water in 1 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutes2-3 minutesVegetable Amount Cook time at HIGH Instructions Standing Timecup water. Cover.cup water in 1 qt. casserole. Stir casserole.Stir halfway through cooking.minutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesminutesLMA1180ST
21TROUBLESHOOTINGQuestions and AnswersOperationQuestionWhy is the oven light not on during cooking?Why does steam come out of the airexhaust vent?Will the microwave oven be damaged if itoperates empty?Does microwave energy pass through theviewing screen in the door?Why does a tone sound when a pad on thecontrol panel is touched?Can my microwave oven be damaged iffood is cooked for too long?When the oven is plugged into wall outletfor the first time, it might not work properly.What is wrong?Why do I see light reflection around theouter case?What are the various sounds I hear whenthe microwave oven is operating?There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on.Have you:• Set a cook time?• Touched START?Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave ovenhas been designed to vent this steam.Yes. Never operate the oven empty or without the glass turntable.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.The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.Like any other cooking appliance, it is possible to overcook food to the point that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire and damage to the inside of the oven. It is always best to be nearthe oven while you are cooking.The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporarily become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when youplug in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption. Unplug the oven from the 120-volt household outlet and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer.This light is from the oven light which is located between the oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven.The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning themicrowave oven’s magnetron ON and OFF.The heavy hum and clunk is from the change in power the magnetron draws as it is turned ON and OFF by a mechanicalswitch. The change in blower speed is from the change in line voltage caused by the magnetron being turned ON and OFF.AnswerFoodQuestion AnswerWhat is wrong when baked foods have ahard, dry, brown spot?Why do eggs sometimes pop?A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten thecooking or reheating time.When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due tosteam build-up inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk before cooking. CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.
22TROUBLESHOOTINGQuestions and Answers (continued)FoodQuestionWhy are scrambled eggs sometimes a little dry after cooking?Is it possible to pop popcorn in a microwave oven?Why do baked apples sometimes burst during cooking?Why do baked potatoes sometimes burn during cooking?Why is a standing time recommendedafter microwave cooking time is over?Why is additional time required for cooking food stored in the refrigerator?Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked, even if the samerecipe is used each time. The cooking time may need to be variedfor one of these reasons:• Eggs vary in size.• Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator temperature another time.• Eggs continue cooking during standing time.Yes, if using one of the two methods described below:(1) microwave-popping devices designed specifically formicrowave cooking(2) prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that is made for specific times and power output neededFollow exact directions given by each manufacturer for its popcorn popping product and do not leave the oven unattended while the corn is being popped. If corn fails to pop after the suggested time, discontinue cooking.Overcooking could result in an oven fire.CAUTION:• Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attemptto pop leftover kernels.• Do not pop prepackaged commercial microwave popcorndirectly on the glass turntable. To avoid excessive heatingof the glass turntable, place the popcorn bag on a plate.• Listen while corn pops. Stop oven when popping slows to2-3 seconds between pops.• Do not leave microwave unattended while popping corn.• Follow directions on bag.The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple toallow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking. Asin conventional cooking methods, the interior of the apple expandsduring the cooking process.If the cooking time is too long, fire could result. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm. CAUTION: Do not overcook.Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few minutes after the actual microwave oven cooking cycle. Theamount of standing time depends upon the density of the foods.As in conventional cooking, the initial temperature of food affectstotal cooking time. You need more time to cook food taken out of arefrigerator than for food at room temperature.Answer
23TROUBLESHOOTINGBefore Calling for ServiceProblemOven does not startArcing or SparkingIncorrect time of dayUnevenly Cooked FoodsOvercooked FoodsUndercooked FoodsImproper DefrostingYou can often correct operating problems yourself. If your microwave oven fails to work properly, locate the operating problem in the list below and try the solutions listed for each problem.If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest LG Authorized Service Center. LG Authorized Service Centers are fully equipped to handle your service requirements.• Is the power cord plugged in?• Is the door closed?• Is the cooking time set?• Are you using approved cookware?• Is the oven empty?• Have you tried to reset the time of day?• Are you using approved cookware?• Is the glass turntable in the oven?• Did you turn or stir the food while it was cooking?• Were the foods completely defrosted?• Was the time/cooking power level correct?• Was the time/cooking power level correct?• Are you using approved cookware?• Were the foods completely defrosted?• Was the time/cooking power level correct?• Are the ventilation ports clear?• Are you using approved cookware?• Was the time/cooking power level correct?• Did you turn or stir the food during the defrosting cycle?WARNING: This equipment generates and uses ISM frequencyenergy and if not installed and used properly, that is instrict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,may cause interference to radio and televisionreception. It has been type tested and found tocomply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to providereasonable protection against such interference in aresidential installation.However, there is no guarantee that interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of thefollowing:• Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio ortelevision.• Relocate the microwave oven with respect to thereceiver.• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet sothat the microwave oven and the receiver are ondifferent branch circuits.The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio orTV interference caused by unauthorizedmodification to this microwave oven. It is theresponsibility of the user to correct such interference.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONRADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTPossible CauseswWARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause cancer. Wash hands after handing.
LG Electronics Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material orworkmanship under normal use, during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the date of originalconsumer purchase of the product. This limited warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product andeffective only when used in the United States, including U.S. Territories.THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUTLIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TOTHE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THEEXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT,OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, IN CONNECTIONWITH THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIEDWARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THEABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:1. Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace housefuses or correct wiring, or correction of unauthorized repairs; and2. Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmentalspecifications or contrary to the requirements or precautions in the Operating Guide, accident,vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized modification or alteration, incorrectelectrical current or voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.3. Therefore, the cost of repair or replacement of such a defective product shall be borne by theconsumer.CUSTOMER INTER-ACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS:To Prove Warranty CoverageRetain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase. Acopy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the timewarranty service is provided.Call 1-800-243-0000 (Phone answered 24 hours - 365 days a year) and choose the appropriate prompt from the menu; or visit our website at:http://us.lgservice.com.To Obtain Nearest Authorized ServiceCenter or Sales Dealer, or to Obtain Product,Customer, or Service AssistanceGOLDSTAR OVER-THE-RANGE MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTY – USA24WARRANTY PERIOD:Model: GS0713ST/SB/SW  Labor: 1 Year from the Date of Purchase.Parts: 1 Year from the Date of Purchase.Magnetron: 10 Years from the Date of Purchase.HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:Call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the appropriate prompt.Please have product type (Microwave) and ZIP code ready.
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