OWNER'S MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH MHES173** MFL68927906 Rev.00_111521 www.lg.com Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 3 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING 7 INSTALLATION 7 8 Product Overview Installation Requirements 10 OPERATION 10 11 13 13 20 27 29 Control Panel Before Use Quick Start and Stop Operating the Microwave Operating the Oven Cookware Guide Cooking Guide 32 SMART FUNCTIONS 32 34 LG ThinQ Application Smart DiagnosisTM Feature 35 MAINTENANCE 35 36 Cleaning Replacing Parts 37 TROUBLESHOOTING 37 39 FAQs Before Calling for Service 41 LIMITE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. - Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. - Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 • During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven. • Do not use recycled paper products. They may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in cooking. • The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating. • Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on. • Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter. • Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36 inches wide or less.
INSTALLATION 7 INSTALLATION Front View WARNING • Do not operate the oven when it is empty or without the glass tray. It is best to leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started. CAUTION • To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, metal cookware, or metal rimmed cookware in the oven.
INSTALLATION How to Use Accessories Mode Microwave Convection Combination $ % % - % % - $ $ - $ - - $ $ $ - - Auto Defrost, Sensor Cook Sensor Reheat, Steam Cook Popcorn, Soften, Melt Kids Meal, Simmer Convection Bake, Air Fry Warm, Proof, Dehydrate Combination Bake Combination Roast Speed Combination $: Recommended method %: Alternate method -: Do not use NOTE • Do not operate the oven when it is empty except when preheating in the convection mode only.
INSTALLATION 9 grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. • Attach the 2 lag screws supporting the oven to a vertical, 2" x 4" wall stud. • Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. • DO NOT mount the microwave oven to an island or peninsula cabinet.
OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features a MICROWAVE • Select various microwave cooking functions. See Manual Cooking section and Cooking Mode section. b CONVECTION • Select various convection cooking functions. See Cooking Mode section. c Display • Shows the time of day, cook time settings, and selected cooking functions. d Number Keys • Set cooking time, power level or temperature, quantity or weight.
OPERATION 11 • Set the light. press Hi, Low, or Off to adjust the cooktop light. • Set the ventilation. - Press 5 Speed to set the vent fan speed. - Press Auto Timeset to set ventilation time. (1, 3, 5, 10, and 30 minutes) Control Panel Light On/Off The LEDs on the control panel turn off after a few minutes to save energy. Press any key to activate the control panel. If the controls are idle for a few minutes, the LEDs will turn off again automatically.
OPERATION Turning the Vent Fan On or Off 1 Press On/Off once to turn the vent fan on. 2 Press On/Off again to turn the vent fan off. Item 4 Defrost Weight Option • 1 Lbs • 2 Kg 5 Turntable • Turntable On • Turntable Off Setting the Vent Fan Speed When the fan is on, press 5 Speed to change the vent fan speed. Setting the Defrost Weight from Lbs to Kg • The fan speed will change in sequence from Level 4 to Level 5, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and back to Level 4. 1 Press Settings.
OPERATION 13 Power Level 2 (20%) 1 (10%) • Cooking less tender cuts of meat. • To stop the oven during a cycle, open the door or Press STOP/Clear once. • Cooking pork chops and roasts. • To restart cooking, close the door and press START/Enter. • Taking the chill out of fruit. • To clear the oven during a cycle, press STOP/ Clear twice. • Softening butter. • Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm. • Softening butter and cream cheese.
OPERATION Using the Sensor Functions The sensor features offer convenient cooking or reheating of popular food items automatically using preprogrammed settings. The Sensor system works by detecting built up steam so there is no need to set cook times or power levels. - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Add water (1 - 2 cups: 2 tbsp water, 3 - 4 cups: 4 tbsp water). Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes.
OPERATION 15 • 9 Shrimp (4 - 16 oz) • 1 Dinner Plate (1 - 2 servings) - Cookware: Microwave-safe plate - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 2 minutes. - Instructions: Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes.
OPERATION CAUTION • Only pop popcorn in a microwavable container or in commercial packages designed for microwave ovens. • Do not reuse popcorn bags. long). Pour 10 oz (300 ml) tap water into the steam water bowl. Place the steam plate on the steam water bowl. Place prepared food on the steam plate in a single layer. Cover with the steam cover. • 2 Broccoli (1 - 3 cups) • Do not leave microwave unattended while popping corn. - Cookware: Steam bowl • Follow directions on bag.
OPERATION 17 Auto Defrost Mode • 1 Meat (0.1 - 6.0 lbs) The oven has 4 preset defrost cycles. The Defrost Menu shows the suggested defrost cycle for various foods. 1 Press Auto Defrost. 2 Use the number keys to enter the desired menu code from the Auto Defrost Menu. 3 Use the number keys to enter the desired amounts. 4 - Lamb: Chops (1 inch thick), rolled roast - Pork: Chops (0.5 inch thick), hot dogs, spareribs, country-style ribs, rolled roast, sausage - Veal: Cutlets (1 lb, 0.
OPERATION 4 5 Use the number keys to enter the desired amounts from the Soften Menu. Press START/Enter. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Soften Menu 5 Press START/Enter. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Melt Menu Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts.
OPERATION 19 5 Press START/Enter. Simmer Menu • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts. • 1. Rice (1, 2, 3 servings) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl† This function has preset cook settings for popular foods for kids.
OPERATION • 3 Fusilli (1, 2 ,3, 4 servings) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl† - Food temperature: Room - Instructions: Follow instructions for cooking Farfalle. Stir twice in the middle of cooking. • 7 Spaghetti (1, 2, 3 servings) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl† - 1 serving (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, fusilli 3 oz/85 g) - Food temperature: Room 2 servings (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, fusilli 6 oz/170 g) - 1 serving (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, spaghetti 3 oz/ 85 g) 3 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.
OPERATION 21 the oven temperature. (Do not enter the time.) When the melody sounds, place the food in the oven. 5 Set the cook time: Press 4, 5, 0 and 0. 6 Press START/Enter. Set the cook time: Press 3, 0, 0 and 0. 4 Press START/Enter. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. NOTE • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Example: 30 minutes at 375 ℉ without preheating 1 Press Conv. Bake. 350 ℉ appears in the display.
OPERATION Food Vegetables, Other desserts Baked Potatoes Acorn Squash Halves Meringue Shells Temp Time (min) Comments 425 ℉ 375 ℉ 250 ℉ 55 to 65 60 to 70 70 to 85 Potatoes: Pierce skin with fork before baking. Squash: Pierce skin several places. Add ½ cup water to dish. Tum squash halves cut side up after 30 minutes of cook time and cover. Meringues: When done, turn oven off and let shells stand in oven for 1 hour to dry.
OPERATION 23 4 Press START/Enter. - 1 serving: 6 ea, 2 servings: 12 ea • When the oven beeps, turn the food over. - Alternative: Conv. Bake at 450 ℉ for 19 - 20 min. • 7 Mozzarella Sticks (1 - 2 servings) - Cookware: Metal tray on the rack Air Fry Menu - Food temperature: Frozen cooked Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts. Adjust cook time according to the size, thickness, and your preference of doneness.
OPERATION 3 4 Set the cook time: Press 3, 0, 0 and 0. Press START/Enter. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Combination Bake Menu Food Temp Time Comments (min) Pie, Pastries Quiche 400 ℉ 40 to 50 Let stand 1 hour before cutting. Convenience Foods Frozen Pizza Frozen Bread 425 ℉ 400 ℉ 20 to 30 15 to 30 Follow package directions for preparation. Vegetable Baked Potatoes 400 ℉ 25 to 35 Pierce skin with fork before baking.
OPERATION 25 Temp Poultry Whole Chicken (2 to 4 lbs) Chicken Pieces (1 to 2 lbs) 375 ℉ 375 ℉ Seafood Fish (1 to 3 lbs, fillets) Shrimp (0.5 to 1.5 lbs) 350 ℉ 350 ℉ Time Comments (min/lb) 20 to 25 35 to 45 12 to 18 7 to 12 (/ 0.5 lbs) Turn over halfway through the cooking time. Turn over halfway through the cooking time. NOTE • The roasting time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. Adjust the time according to the food condition or your preference.
OPERATION • Medium: 165 ℉ (74 ℃) • Low: 140 ℉ (60 ℃) 3 Press START/Enter to start warming. 4 Press STOP/Clear at any time to cancel. NOTE • This function is intended to keep food warm. Do not use it to cool food down. • It is normal for the fan to operate during the Warm mode. Proof Mode More Modes The product firmware may be updated to include additional functions through More Modes. The function currently includes the Dehydrate mode.
OPERATION 27 • Kiwi - Preparation: Peel and cut into 3/8" (8 - 12 mm) slices. - Use: Snacks • Mangos - Preparation: Remove skin and cut into 3/8" (6 10 mm) slices. - Set temp / Time: 160 ℉ / 6 - 9 hrs - Use: Snacks, cereals, baked goods • Pineapple - Preparation: Peel, core and cut into 3/8" (8 - 12 mm) slices. - Set temp / Time: 160 ℉ / 6 - 9 hrs - Use: Snacks, baked goods, baked granola • Tomatoes - Preparation: Wash and slice into 1/4" (6 mm) thick circles.
OPERATION - Do not put plates with painted decoration in the oven, as the paint may contain metal and cause arcing. Microwave-Unsafe Cookware • Metal Containers/Metal Decoration - Never use metal or metal-rimmed cookware in the microwave oven. - Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce off any metal object in the oven and cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that resembles lightning. - Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking.
OPERATION 29 Cooking Guide Cooking Tips Carefully monitor the food in the microwave oven while it is cooking. Directions given in recipes to elevate, stir, etc., are the minimum steps recommended. If food is overcooked (dry), undercooked, or unevenly cooked, make adjustments before or during cooking to correct the problem. • Overcooked or Dry Food - Sprinkling: Sprinkle low-moisture foods such as roasts and vegetables with water before cooking, or cover them to retain moisture.
OPERATION food is still frozen solid in the center, return it to the microwave oven for more defrosting. dense foods such as meats, casseroles, and poultry without preheating. - Depending on the shape of the food, some areas may defrost more quickly than others. • All heatproof cookware or metal accessories can be used in convection cooking. - The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than a deep block.
OPERATION 31 occurs when microwaves come in contact with metal. - For best results, use the metal tray supplied with your oven. - If arcing occurs with other baking cookware, do not use it for combination cooking. ENGLISH - If arcing occurs, immediately stop the cooking cycle and place a heat resistant dish between the pan and the metal rack.
SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Before Using LG ThinQ Application This feature is only available on models with Wi-Fi. 1 The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. • If the appliance is too far from the wireless router, the signal becomes weak. It may take a long time to connect or fail to install the application. LG ThinQ Application Features • Settings - Allows you to set various options on the oven and in the application.
SMART FUNCTIONS 33 • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • If the firewall on your wireless router is enabled, disable the firewall or add an exception to it. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • The wireless network name (SSID) should be a combination of English letters and numbers. (Do not use special characters.) • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
SMART FUNCTIONS Smart DiagnosisTM Feature This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo. 3 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. The display will count down the time. Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, the diagnosis will be displayed in the application. Use this feature to help you diagnose and solve problems with your appliance. NOTE NOTE • For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.
MAINTENANCE 35 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Interior 1 2 Use a damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the door and wipe out crumbs between the door and the frame. Cleaning the Accessories Wash the glass tray and rotating ring in mild, sudsy water. For heavily soiled areas, use a mild cleanser and scouring sponge. Dry completely before use. • The glass tray and rotating ring are dishwasher safe. Remove greasy spatters with a soapy cloth then rinse and dry. • Hand wash the steam bowl.
MAINTENANCE 3 Rinse well and shake to dry. • Do not use ammonia or place in a dishwasher. The aluminum will darken. 4 To reinstall, slide the filter in on the back side and push it upward to secure it. NOTE • Do not operate the hood without the filters in place. 5 Slide the bottom of the vent cover into place. Push the top until it snaps into place. Tighten the vent grille screw in place. Replacing Parts 6 Close the oven door, plug in the power cord.
TROUBLESHOOTING 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will the oven be damaged if it operates while empty? A: Yes. Never operate the oven while it is empty or without the glass tray. Q: Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? A: No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity. The holes (or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.
TROUBLESHOOTING Q: Can I pop popcorn in my oven? How do I get the best results? A: Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacturer’s guidelines or use the preprogrammed Popcorn button. Do not use regular paper bags. Use the listening test by stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows to a pop every one or two seconds. Do not try to repop unpopped kernels. You can also use special microwave poppers. When using a popper, be sure to follow manufacturer’s directions.
TROUBLESHOOTING 39 Before Calling for Service Operation Microwave oven does not start Possible Cause & Solution Power cord is unplugged, door is open, or cooking time has not been set. • Plug in power cord. Or, check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. • Close oven door. • Set cooking time. Timer function started. • If the display shows a time counting down but the oven is not cooking, check to see if a Timer function has been started instead of a cooking function.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Improper Defrosting Possible Cause & Solution Cookware is not microwave safe, or cook settings were wrong. • Test that cookware is microwave safe. • Change defrost time or weight. • Turn or stir food during defrost cycle. Food does not bake or roast properly Oven controls improperly set. • See the Operation chapter. Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper size being used. • See the Operation chapter.
LIMITED WARRANTY 41 LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG ELECTRONICS ("LG") TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED "PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES" BELOW.
LIMITED WARRANTY • Damage or failure of the Product resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the Product owner’s manual. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of nature, or any other causes beyond the control of LG. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by unauthorized modification or alteration, or if the Product is used for other than the intended purpose.
LIMITED WARRANTY 43 Problem • Vibration noise • Unit is not level • Mounting bracket screw not fixed completely. • Mounting plate not aligned. - 3/16" Hole on Studs, 5/8" Hole on Drywall Only • Installation damage a Minimum 66" from the floor b For Wall Venting Only c Draw Lines on Studs d Draw Center Line e Mounting Plate f Support Tab a Space More Than Wall Thickness b Toggle Wings c Toggle Bolt d Bolt End e Wall f Mounting Plate • Product carried/installed improperly.
LIMITED WARRANTY Problem Cause Vent is not working. • Improper blower unit direction or installation. • Weak or no ventilation. • Improper ductwork or damper connection. Solution • Check blower unit direction and reinstall if necessary. • Properly align the exhaust operation ports and blower plate opening. • Abnormal noise during operation. • Product overheating. • Blower unit exhaust ports should be completely exposed to the outside.
LIMITED WARRANTY 45 arbitration, either party may bring an individual action in small claims court, but that small claims court action may not be brought on a class or representative basis. Governing Law. The law of the state of your residence shall govern this Limited Warranty and any disputes between us except to the extent that such law is preempted by or inconsistent with applicable federal law. Fees/Costs. You do not need to pay any fee to begin an arbitration.
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