LG Electronics USA S154FV Microwave Oven User Manual
LG Electronics USA Microwave Oven Users Manual
Users Manual
LCRT1513ST
www.lg.com
OWNER’S MANUAL
MICROWAVE OVEN
PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY
BEFORE OPERATING.
MFL38260004
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
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3-4
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy
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3
Grounding Instructions
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3
Important Safety Instructions
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4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
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5-9
Specifications
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5
Installation
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Parts and Accessories
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6
Control Panel
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7
Cookware Guide
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8
Tips for Microwave Cooking
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9
Cleaning
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9
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
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10-19
Clock
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10
Child Lock
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10
Timer
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10
EZ-ON
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10
Sensor Touch Operation Instruction
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11
Potato (Example)
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11
Quick Sensor Touch Table
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11
Sensor Touch Popcorn
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12
Auto Cook
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13
Auto Cook Chart
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Auto Defrost
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14
Quick Defrost
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Defrosting Tips
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15
Multi-stage Cooking
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Soften
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Melt
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Cook Time
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Microwave Power Levels
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Cooking Tips
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MEAT
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Meat Cooking Table
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POULTRY
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Poultry Cooking Table
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FISH
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Fresh Fish Cooking Table
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Questions and Answers
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20-21
Before Calling for Service
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WARRANTY
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Inside back cover
Energy Saving
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Thank you for purchasing a LG microwave oven.
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 Relations
LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
Service Division Bldg. #3
201 James Record Rd.
Huntsville, AL 35824-0126
SAFETY
•Do not attempt to operate this oven with
the door open, since open-door operation can
result in harmful exposure to microwave
energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
•Do not place any object between the oven
front 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 door
close properly and that there is no damage to
the:
- door (bent),
- hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
- door seals and sealing surfaces.
•The oven should not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event
of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces
the risk of electric shock by providing an escape
wire for the electric current. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire
and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.
WARNING
Improper grounding can result in a risk of elec-
tric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if the
grounding instructions are not completely under-
stood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appli-
ance 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 shall
be equal to or greater than the electrical
rating of the appliance, or. . . .
2. Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or serviceman install an outlet near
the appliance.
NOTES:
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are
available and may be used if care isexer-
cised in their use.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1)
the marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the
extension cord must be a grounding-type
3-wire cord, and (3) the longer cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over accidentally.
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your
oven.
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 POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY
found on page 3 of this manual.
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 not
designed 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 are
placed 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 the power
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.
17. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to
be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CON-
TAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce
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 the container. 5) 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 become overheat-
ed. 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.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SPECIFICATIONS
*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
LCRT1513ST
MODEL
Power Supply
Rated Power Consumption
Microwave Output
Frequency
Rated Current
Overall Dimensions (W xHxD)
Oven Cavity Dimensions (W xHxD)
Capacity of Oven Cavity
120 V AC, 60 Hz
150 W
*1 00 W
2450 MHz
13.5 A
21
7
/
8
'' x 12
1
/
2
'' x 17
7
/
32
''
51
21
/
32
'' x 10
7
/
16
'' x 15
27
/
32
''
1.5 Cu.ft.
INSTALLATION
A. Circuits
For safety purposes this oven must be plugged into a
15 or 20 Amp circuit. No other electrical appliances or
lighting circuits should be on this line. If in doubt, con-
sult a licensed electrician.
B. Voltage Warning
The voltage used at the wall receptacle must be the
same as specified on the oven name plate located on
the back or on the side of the control panel of the oven.
Use of a higher voltage is dangerous and may result in
a fire or other type of accident causing oven damage.
Low voltage will cause slow cooking. In case your
microwave oven does not perform normally in spite of
proper voltage, remove and reinsert the plug.
C. Placement of the Oven
Your microwave oven can be placed easily in your
kitchen, family room, or anywhere else in your home.
Place the oven on a flat surface such as a kitchen
countertop or a specially designed microwave oven
cart. Do not place oven above a gas or electric range.
Free air flow around the oven is important. Allow at
least 4 inches of space at the top, sides, and back of
the oven for proper ventilation.
D. Do not block the air vents
All air vents should be kept clear during cooking. If air
vents are covered during oven operation the oven may
overheat. In this case, a sensitive thermal safety device
automatically turns the oven off. The oven will be
inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently.
E. Radio interference
1. Microwave oven operation may interfere with TV or
radio reception.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or
eliminated by taking the following measures:
a. Clean the door and the sealing surfaces of the
oven.
b. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or
television.
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 circuits..
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
1 Use and Care Manual
1 Glass Turntable
1 Rotating Ring
Oven Front Plate
Window
Door Seal
Control Panel
Door Open Button
Safety Door Lock System
Display Window
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A. Glass Turntable
B. Turntable Shaft
C. Rotating Ring
D. Motor Shaft
A
B
C
D
WARNING:
Do not operate the oven when empty or without the glass tray. It is best to leave a glass water
in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is
accidentally started.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
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CONTROL PANEL
1. DISPLAY. The display includes a clock and
indicators that tell you time of day, cooking time
settings, and cooking functions selected.
2.
CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
1 1.
TIMER. Touch
this pad to use your microwave oven
as a kitchen timer.
1 2 . NUMBER PADS Touch number pads to enter
cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.
13.
COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.
1 4. COOK POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power
1 5. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or
clear entries
1 6. START/EZ-ON: START allows oven to begin functioning.
Touch EZ-ON to cook at 100% cook power for 30
seconds up to 3 minutes 30 seconds; after 3 minutes
30 seconds,every touch will add 1 minute up to 99 min
59 seconds.
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9 .
1 0. EZ-ON.Touch
this pad, 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 59 seconds.
8.
MELT. Touch this pads to melt butter/margarine,
chocolate,cheese,or mashmallows.
6.
SOFTEN. Touch this pad to soften butter,ice cream,
cream cheese, or frozen juice.
SENSOR TOUCH
.
This pad allows you to cook most of
your favorite foods without having to select cooking
times and power levels.
3. AUTO COOK. Touch this pad to select
the foods that you like.
it has 6 foods categories.
4. AUTO DEFROST.
Meat,poultry and fish.
Touch this pad
to select
food type and defrost food by weight .
5.
QUICK DEFROST.
Touch this pad to thaw only 1 lb
of food very quickly.
7.
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2
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6
7
8
910
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12
13 14
15 16
MORE/LESS COOKING. By using the More or Less keys,
timed cook program can be adjusted to cook food for
a longer or shorter time.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
USE
Ovenproof Glass
•Glass treated for use in high-intensity heat
includes utility dishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake
plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls
without metallic trim.
China
•Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without
metallic trim can be used in your oven.
Plastic
•When using plastic wrap as a cover, make sure that
the dish is deep enough so the plastic wrap does not
touch the food. As the food heats, it may melt the
plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food.
•Place plastic wrap loosely over the top of the dish
and secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of
the dish.
•Vent by turning back one corner of the plasticwrap.
This will allow excess steam to escape.
•Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer
containers, and plastic bags only for short time
cooking. Use these with care because the
plastic may soften from the heat of the food.
Paper
•Microwave-safe paper towels, waxed paper, paper
napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or
design can be used in your oven.
•Refer to the manufacturer’s label for use of any
paper product in the microwave oven.
DO NOT USE
Metal Utensil
•Metal shields food from microwave energy and
produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers,
thermometers, or foil trays.
•Metal utensils can cause arcing, which is a
discharge of electric current. Arcing can damage
your microwave oven.
Metal Decoration
•Do not use metal-trimmed or metal-banded
dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.
Centura™ Tableware
•The Corning Company recommends that you
do not use Centura tableware and some Corelle™
closed-handle cups for microwave
cooking.
Aluminum Foil
•Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because
they hinder cooking and may cause arcing.
•Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs
and wings.
•Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the walls
and door of the oven.
Wood
•Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out and
may split or crack when you use them in the
microwave oven.
Tightly Closed Containers
•Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure
to leave an opening for steam to escape from
covered cookware.
Brown Paper
•Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb
heat and could burn.
Metal Twist Ties
•Always remove metal twist ties as they can become
hot and cause a fire.
COOKWARE GUIDE
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cookware is safe for use in your microwave oven. However, to test cookware
before using, follow these steps:
1. Place the empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2. Measure 1 cup of water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3. Microwave on 100% power for 1 minute. If the dish is warm, it should not be used for microwave cooking.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING
BROWNING
Meat and poultry with high fat content that are cooked
for 10 or 15 minutes or longer will brown lightly. Foods
cooked a shorter time can be brushed with a browning
agent, such as Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or
barbecue sauce.
COVERING
A cover traps heat and steam and causes the food to
cook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave-safe plastic
wrap with one corner folded back to vent the excess
steam. Lids on glass casseroles can become hot
during cooking. Handle carefully. Waxed paper will
prevent the food from splattering in the oven and help
retain heat. When warming bread items, use waxed
paper, napkins, or paper towels. To absorb extra
moisture, wrap sandwiches and fatty foods in paper
towels.
SPACING
Arrange 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 in
foods. Always stir from the outside toward the center
of the dish. Food at the outside of the dish heats first.
TURNING
Large foods, such as roasts and whole poultry, should
be turned so that the top and bottom cook evenly. Also
turn over chicken pieces and chops.
ARRANGEMENT
Do not stack food. Arrange in a single layer in the dish
for more even cooking. Because dense foods cook
more slowly, place thicker portions of meat, poultry, fish,
and vegetables toward the outside of the dish.
TESTING FOR DONENESS
Because foods cook quickly in a microwave oven, you
need to test frequently for doneness.
STANDING TIME
SHIELDING
To prevent some portions of rectangular or square dish-
es from overcooking, you may need to shield
them with small strips of aluminum foil to block the
microwaves. 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 walls
to prevent arcing.
PIERCING
Pierce the shell, skin, or membrane of foods before
cooking to prevent them from bursting. Foods that
require piercing include yolks and whites of eggs, hot
dogs, clams, oysters, and whole vegetables, such as
potatoes and squash.
CLEANING
Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and
a mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry.
This should be done weekly or more often, if needed.
Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.
Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will be difficult
to remove if left for many days. Wipe splatters with a
wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or
bacon.
REMOVABLE PARTS
The turntable and turntable roller rest are removable.
They should be hand-washed in warm (not hot) water
with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are
clean, rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use
cleaning powders, steel wool, or rough pads.
•The glass turntable may be cleaned at the sink. Be
careful not to chip or scratch the edges as this may
cause the turntable to break during use.
• The turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly.
SPECIALCARE
For best performance and safety, the inner door panel
and the oven front frame should be free of food or
grease buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent; then
rinse and wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or
rough pads.
After cleaning the control panel, touch STOP/CLEAR
to clear any entries that might have been entered
accidentally while cleaning the panel.
Depending on density, food often needs to stand from
2 to 15 minutes either in or outside of oven to finish
cooking after cooking power shuts off. Outside of oven,
you usually need to cover food during standing time to
Remove most foods when they are slightly
and they will finish cooking during standing
internal temperature of food will rise about 10°F
standing time.
retain heat.
undercooked
time.The
during
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1.
2.
1.
TIMER
EZ-ON
Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets
timer. You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. you quickly set and start microwave cooking.
Example: To set 3 minutes.
Example : To set EZ-ON cooking 2 minutes.
1.
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch KITCHEN TIMER.
2.
3.
Enter the time by using the
number key pad.
NOTE:
Touch START .
When the time is over, you
will hear seven beeps and
End will display.
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 99
seconds.
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Example: To set the clock for 10:30(AM).
CLOCK
1.
2.
3.
NOTE: This is a 12 hour clock. You can switch
between AM and PM by touching CLOCK.
You can use this safety feature to lock the control
panel so that children cannot use the oven when
you do not want them to and when you are
cleaning the oven.
To set CHILD LOCK:
CHILD LOCK
4.
To cancel CHILD LOCK:
Touch:
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch CLOCK.
Enter the time by using the
number key pad.
Touch CLOCK. (or START)
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch and hold
more than
4 seconds. L will appear
in the display window with
two beeps.
4.
Touch EZ - ON 4 times.
The oven begins cooking
and display shows time
counting down.
Touch and hold
more than
4 seconds. L will disappear
in the display window with
two beeps.
START
START
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Quick cooking provides exciting new
features to make microwave oven easier. Your new
microwave oven will guide you, step by step,
whether it be simply to reheat food or cook food
and sensor menu with all the popular food choices
helps you to cook perfectly because it has been
pre-programmed and can tell how long to cook or
reheat food items.
Categories :
1. Sensor Touch Potato
2. Sensor Touch Rice
3. Sensor Touch Popcorn
4. Sensor Touch Fresh Vegetable
5. Sensor Touch Frozen Vegetable
6. Sensor Touch Frozen Entree
1. The Sensor Touch system works by detecting
a build-up of vapor.
2. Make sure the door remains closed.
3. Opening the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR
pad before the vapor is detected will abort the
process.The oven will stop.
4. Before using Sensor Touch , make sure the
exterior of the reheating container and the
interior of the oven are dry,to assure the best
results.
SENSOR COOK allows you to cook most
of your favorite foods without having to
select cooking
times and power levels.
This oven automatically determines
required cooking times for each food item.
Example: To cook potato
The oven will start automatically.
1.
2.
SENSOR TOUCH OPERATION
INSTRUCTION
POTATO (EXAMPLE)
QUICK
TABLE
TOUCHSENSOR
Sensor Touch
Potato
Rice
Popcorn
Fresh
Vegetable
Frozen
Vegetable
Pierce each potato with
a fork and place on the
oven tray around the edge,
at least one inch apart.
Place rice and twice as
much liquid (water or
chicken or vegetable
stock) in a 2-quart
microwavable dish.
Cover with plastic wrap.
When cooking is
complete,allow 10
minutes standing time.
Stir for fluffier rice.
Place only bag of
prepackaged microwave
popcorn on the center
of turntable.
Prepare as desired, wash,
and leave residual water
on the vegetables. Place in
an appropriately-sized
microwave container,cover
with plastic wrap and vent.
Remove from package,
rinse off frost under
running water.Place in
an appropriately-sized
microwave container,
cover with plastic wrap
and vent.
1~4 medium
approx.
10 oz. each
1/2~2 cups
Use medium
or long grain
rice. Cook
instant rice
according to
directions on
the package.
Regular size
Use one
fresh bag of
popcorn
1~4 cups
1~4 cups
Frozen
Entr
e
e
Remove from outer display
package.Slit cover. If not in
microwave-safe container,
place on plate, cover with
plastic wrap, and vent.
10.5~21 oz.
3.0-3.5 oz.
NOTE: If you open the door or press STOP/CLEAR
during sensing,the process will be canceled.
CATEGORY DIRECTION AMOUNT
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch .
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SENSOR TOUCH POPCORN
This feature makes preparation of microwave Place one bag only(50-100g) of prepackaged
popcorn simple and quick... microwave popcorn on a microwave-safe /
one bag at a time. oven-safe dish on the turntable,The package
The automatic popcorn uses the HI power only. should be at room temperature.
.
The popping time counts down in the display.
When the popping time is over, two short and
one long tones sound and End shows.
Oven shuts off automatically.
The oven will start automatically.
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
NOTE :
If popcorn bag size is not known,
follow manufacturers' instructions
and do not use this feature.
Do not use POPCORN key pad in
combination with any other feature
key pads.
Do not attempt to reheat or cook
any unpopped kernels.
Do not reuse bag. Overcooking can
result in an oven fire.
Prepare one bag only at a time.
When popping prepackaged popcorn;
Do not use popcorn popping devices
Place carefully so the bag does not
in microwave oven with this feature.
touch the oven walls. Fold each end of
Do not leave microwave unattended
the bag in half toward the center top
of the bag.
while cooking popcorn.
CAUTION : Never use a brown paper
bag for popping corn.
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch .
1.
2.
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Example: To cook 4 slices of bacon
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch AUTO COOK once.
‘Ac-1’ appears in the display.
Touch number 4.
‘4’ appears in the display.
AUTO COOK
AUTO COOK made easy! You oven’s menu
has been preprogrammed to automatically
cook food. Tell the oven what you want and
how many items there are. Then let your
microwave oven cook your selections.
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
AUTO COOK CHART
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Touch START .
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Example: To defrost 1.2 lbs of ground beef.
Touch AUTO DEFROST
once.
AUTO DEFROST
The AUTO DEFROST feature is an accurate
defrosting method for frozen ground meat
poultry fish up to 6.0 lb.
The oven automatically determines required
defrosting times for each food item
according to the weight you enter.
Three different defrosting levels are provided.
1. MEAT
2.POULTRY
3.FISH
MEAT TOUCH 1
POULTRY TOUCH 2
FISH TOUCH 3
1 and 2
Touch START .
Defrosting starts. The display changes to
defrost time count down.
QUICK DEFROST
The QUICK DEFROST feature provides
you with the quick defrosting method for
1.0 lb meat.
1.
2.
3.
Example: Quick Defrost
QUICK DEFROST.
Time counting down automatically.
NOTE:
When you touch the START pad, the display changes to defrost
time count down. The oven will beep during the DEFROST
cycle. At each beep, open the door and turn over, separate, or
rearrange the food. Remove any portions that have thawed.
Return frozen portions to the oven and touch START to resume
the defrost cycle.
■ For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from
its original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper).
Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam and juice close to the
foods, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to
cook.
■ For best results, shape your ground meat into the form of a
doughnut before freezing. When defrosting, scrape off
thawed meat when the beep sounds and continue defrosting.
■ Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave
roasting rack to catch drippings.
■ Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when
removed from the oven.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
For best results, some recipes call for different cook
powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You
can program your oven to switch from one power
level to another for up to 2 stages.
Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
1.
2.
5.
3.
4.
6.
7.
9.
8.
When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second
cook stage.
10.
DEFROSTING TIPS
• When using Auto Defrost, the weight to be
entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths
of pounds (the weight of the food minus the
container).
• Before starting, make sure to remove any and
all metal twist-ties that often come with frozen
food bags, and replace them with strings or
elastic bands.
• Open containers, such as cartons, before
placing in the oven.
• Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or
packaging.
• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place it
in a suitable container.
• Slit the skin of skinned food, such as sausage.
• Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even
defrosting.
• Always underestimate defrosting time. If
defrosted food is still icy in the center, return it
to the microwave oven for more defrosting.
• The length of defrosting time varies according
to how solidly the food is frozen.
• The shape of the package affects how quickly
food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost
more quickly than a deep block.
• As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces.
Separated pieces defrost more easily.
•
Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts
of food such as chicken wings,leg tips,fish tails,
or areas that start to get warm. Make sure the
foil does not touch the sides, top, or bottom of
the oven. The foil can damage the oven lining.
• For better results, let food stand after defrosting.
(For more information on standing time, see the
“Microwave Cooking Tips” section).
• Turn over food during defrosting or standing time.
Break apart and remove food as required.
Touch START.
Touch POWER LEVEL.
Touch TIME COOK.
Touch 8 to select power
level 80%.
Touch 5 to select power
level 50%.
Enter 3 minutes by
touching [3],[0]and[0].
Enter 7 minutes by
touching [7],[0]and[0].
Touch POWER LEVEL.
Touch TIME COOK.
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SOFTEN
3.
MELT
The oven uses low power to melt foods (butter,
margarine,chocolate, cheese and marshmallows).
See the following table.
Example: To Melt 8 oz. Chocolate.
1.
2.
4.
4.
The oven uses low power to soften foods (butter,
ice cream, cream cheese, and frozen juice)
See the following table.
Example: To Soften Quart Ice Cream.
1.
2.
3.
SOFTEN TABLE
Amount
1, 2 or 3
sticks
Pint,
Quart,
Half
gallon
3 or 8
oz.
6, 12 or
16 oz.
Direction
Unwrap and place in
microwavable container.
No need to cover butter.
Butter will be at room
temperature and ready
for use in recipe.
Place container in oven.
Ice cream will be soft
enough to make
scooping easier.
Unwrap and place in
microwavable container.
Cream cheese will be at
room temperature and
ready for use in recipe.
Remove top.
Place in oven.
Frozen juice will be soft
enough to easily mix with
water.
Cate-
gory
Butter
Ice
Cream
Cream
Cheese
Frozen
Juice
1
2
3
4
Code
MELT TABLE
Amount
1, 2 or
3 sticks
4 or 8
oz.
8 or 16
oz.
5 or 10
oz.
Direction
Unwrap and place in
microwavable container .
No need to cover butter
.
Stir at the end of cooking
to complete melting.
Choose the 4 or 8 oz.(actual
weight) selection to melt
squares of baking chocolate.
Unwrap squares and place
them in a microwavable
container.Stir at the end of
cycle to complete melting. If
Use processed cheese
food only. Cut into cubes.
Place in a single layer in
microwavable container
.
Stir at the end of cooking
to complete melting.
Large or miniature
marshmallows may be
used. Place in
microwavable container
.
Stir at the end of cycle to
complete melting.
Cate-
gory
Butter/
Marga-
rine
Choco
late
Cheese
Marsh-
mallows
1
2
3
4
Code
-
using chocolate morsels
always use the 4 oz. setting.
Stir at the end of the cycle to
complete melting.Add time as
necessary if more than 4 oz.
dry measure is being melted.
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Touch SOFTEN twice.
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch 2.
Touch START.
Touch MELT twice.
Touch STOP/CLEAR.
Touch 2.
Touch START.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
COOK TIME
1.
2.
5.
3.
4.
This feature lets you program a specific cook time
and power. For best results, there are 10 power
level settings in addition to HIGH power (100%).
Refer to the “Microwave Power Level Table”
for more information.
NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven
will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power.
Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds
at 80% power.
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
Your microwave oven has 10 cook power levels to let
you cook or heat a wide variety of foods. Refer to the
table below for suggestions:
Microwave Power Level Table
• Boiling water.
• Making candy.
• Cooking poultry pieces, fish, & vegetables.
• Cooking tender cuts of meat.
• Whole poultry.
• Reheating rice, pasta, & vegetables.
• Reheating prepared foods quickly.
• Reheating sandwiches.
• Cooking egg, milk, & cheese dishes.
• Cooking cakes, breads.
• Melting chocolate.
• Cooking veal.
• Cooking whole fish.
• Cooking puddings & custard.
• Cooking ham, whole poultry, & lamb.
• Cooking rib roast, sirloin tip.
• Thawing meat, poultry, & seafood.
• Cooking less tender cuts of meat.
• Cooking pork chops, roast.
• Taking chill out of fruit.
• Softening butter.
• Keeping casseroles & main dishes warm.
• Softening butter & cream cheese.
• Standing time.
10
(High)
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Use
Power
Level
Touch POWER LEVEL.
Touch TIME COOK.
Touch 8.
Touch [5],[3]and[0].
Touch START.
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Meat
1. No special techniques are required. Meat should be
prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if
desired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before cook-
ing.
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 Table (below).
Use the longer time for large cuts of meats and the
shorter time for small cuts of meats. For thicker
chops, use the longer time.
4. Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking
time.
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The standing time is very important as it
completes the cooking process.
6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly
cooked before eating.
Poultry
1. 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 roasting
rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed on the
turntable.
5. Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry
Cooking Table below. Turn over halfway through the
cooking time. Because of its shape, poultry has a
tendency to cook unevenly, especially in very bony
parts.Turning during roasting helps to cook these
areas evenly.
6. Let stand for 5-10 minutes in oven after cooking
before carving. The standing time is very important,
as it completes the cooking process.
7. Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eating.
Whole poultry is completely cooked when the juices
run clear from the inside thigh when it is pierced with
a sharp knife. Poultry pieces should be pierced with
a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that
the juices are clear and the flesh is firm.
WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during
cooking cycle.
Poultry Cooking Table
NOTES:
• 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 the cooking
time.
NOTE: 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 compo-
sition of the food.
Poultry
COOKING TIPS
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
CHICKEN
Whole
Breast (boned)
Portions
TURKEY
Whole
Microwave
Power
8
8
8
8
Cooking Time
Per Pound
11 to 15 minutes
10 to 14 minutes
11 to 17 minutes
11 to 15 minutes
BEEF
Standing/Rolled Rib
– Medium
– Well-done
Ground Beef (to
brown for casserole)
Hamburgers,
Fresh or defrosted
(4 oz. each)
– 2 patties
– 4 patties
PORK
Loin, Leg
Bacon
– 4 slices
– 6 slices
Microwave
Power
8
8
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)
8
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)
Cooking Time
Per Pound
9
1
/
2
to 11
1
/
2
minutes
11
1
/
2
to 14 minutes
6
1
/
2
to 9
1
/
2
minutes
2
1
/
2
to 4
1
/
2
minutes
3
1
/
2
to 5
1
/
2
minutes
12
1
/
2
to 16
1
/
2
minutes
2
1
/
2
to 3
1
/
2
minutes
3
1
/
2
to 4
1
/
2
minutes
Meat Cooking Table
Meat
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
COOKING TIPS (continued)
Fish
1. 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 Table below. Flakes of butter can be added to the
fish if desired.
5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Table before serving.
6. After standing time, check to see that the fish is thoroughly cooked. The fish should be opaque and flake easily.
Fresh Fish Cooking Table
Fish
Fish Fillets
Whole Mackerel,
Cleaned and Prepared
Whole Trout,
Cleaned and Prepared
Salmon Steaks
Microwave
Power
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
Cooking Time
Per Pound
4
1
/
2
to 8 minutes
4
1
/
2
to 8 minutes
5
1
/
2
to 9 minutes
5
1
/
2
to 8 minutes
Standing
Time
2 to 3 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
Butter
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice)
–
–
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice)
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ENERGY SAVING
ECO ON feature saves energy by turning off
the display.This feature only operates when the
STOP/ CLEAR (ECO ON) button is touched and
then cancels when the door is opened or any button
is touched.
To set the ECO ON
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR (ECO ON)
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Operation
Question
Why is the oven light not on during
cooking?
Why does steam come out of the air
exhaust vent?
Will the microwave oven be damaged if it
operates empty?
Does microwave energy pass through the
viewing screen in the door?
Why does a tone sound when a pad on
the control panel is touched?
Can my microwave oven be damaged if
food is cooked for too long?
When the oven is plugged into the wall
outlet for the first time, and it does not
work properly. What is wrong?
Why do I see light reflection around the
outer case?
What are the various sounds I hear when
the microwave oven is operating?
There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on.
Have you:
•Set a cooking time?
•Touched START?
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven
has 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 near
the oven while you are cooking.
The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporarily
become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when you
plug 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 the
microwave 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 mechanical
switch.The change in blower speed is from the change in line
voltage caused by the magnetron being turned ON and OFF.
Answer
TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (continued)
Food
Question
What is wrong when baked foods have a
hard, dry, brown spot?
Why do eggs sometimes pop?
Why 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 recommended
after microwave cooking time is over?
Why is additional time required for
cooking food stored in the refrigerator?
A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking
or reheating time.
When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to
steam build-up inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this,
simply pierce the yolk with a wooden toothpick before cooking.
CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.
Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked, even if the same
recipe is used each time. The cooking time may need to be varied
for 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 for microwave
cooking
(2) prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that is made
for specific times and power output needed
Follow 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 attempt to
pop leftover kernels.
The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple to
allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking. As in
conventional cooking methods, the interior of the apple expands
during 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. The
amount of standing time depends upon the density of the foods.
As in conventional cooking, the initial temperature of food affects
total cooking time. You need more time to cook food taken out of a
refrigerator than for food at room temperature.
Answer
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Problem
Oven does not start
Arcing or Sparking
Incorrect time of day
Unevenly Cooked Foods
Overcooked Foods
Undercooked Foods
Improper Defrosting
You 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 frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,
may cause interference to radio and television
reception. It has been type tested and found to
comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part
18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference in a
residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the
following:
• Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or
television.
• Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the
receiver.
• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so
that the microwave oven and the receiver are on
different branch circuits.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or
TV interference caused by unauthorized
modification to this microwave oven. It is the
responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
Possible Causes
STATEMENT
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer. Wash hands after handing.
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LG Electronics, Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in
material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the
date of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of
the product and effective only when used in the United States, including U.S. Territories.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE
EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE LG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST
REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR
OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
• Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or
correct wiring, or correction of unauthorized repairs.
• Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental
specifications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, fire,
flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or
voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer
.
CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS
WARRANTY PERIOD:
LABOR: One Year
from the Date of Purchase*
.
PARTS (except as listed below): One Year
from the
Date of Purchase*
.
MAGNETRON:
Ten Years from the Date of
Purchase*.
Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted
for the remaining portion of the original unit’s
warranty period.
* Retain your Sales Receipt to prove the date of
purchase. A copy of your Sales Receipt must be
submitted at the time warranty service is provided.
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:
Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the
appropriate option. (Phones are answered 24
hours a day, 365 days per year.) Please have
the product type (Microwave) and your ZIP code
ready.
Or visit our website at: http://us.lgservice.com
To obtain Customer Assistance, Product Infor-
mation, or Dealer or Authorized Service Center
location :
Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per
year) and select the appropriate option from the menu.
Or visit our website at: http://us.lgservice.com
LG MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTY — USA
Model LCRT1510SV
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