us_main.book.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM OWNER'S MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH MFL71740601 Rev.03_060821 www.lg.com Copyright © 2020-2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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us_main.book.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 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.
us_main.book.book Page 4 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Do not immerse the electrical 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 to the microwave oven when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. - Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
us_main.book.book Page 5 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 The oven must only be used for heating or cooking food. The results of misuse can include safety risks such as fire, burns, or death due to electric shock. • The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children must be kept away unless continuously supervised. • Do not use recycled paper products.
us_main.book.book Page 6 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
us_main.book.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM INSTALLATION 7 INSTALLATION Front View Accessories Accessories will vary depending on the model purchased. a Glass Tray b Rotating Ring c Shaft WARNING Mica Sheet a Control Panel b Mica Sheet c Safety Door Lock System d Window NOTE • Do not remove the mica sheet from the inside cavity of the oven. It is there to protect the microwave components from food spatters. Back View • Do not operate the oven when it is empty or without the glass tray.
us_main.book.book Page 8 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 8 INSTALLATION • Oven Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D): 12 11/16" x 8 15/16" x 13 3/16" (32.2 x 22.8 x 33.5 cm) • Capacity of Oven Cavity: 0.9 cu.ft. (0.02 m3) LMC1575XX, MSWN1590L Model • Power Supply: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Do Not Block Air Vents All air vents should be kept clear during cooking. If air vents are covered during oven operation the oven may overheat.
us_main.book.book Page 9 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM INSTALLATION ENGLISH • If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord must 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 not be draped over a counter or table where children could pull on it, or located where it could present a trip hazard.
us_main.book.book Page 10 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 10 OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel Features LMC1575XX MSWN1590L LMC0975XX a Display Shows the time of day, cooking time settings, and selected cooking functions. b Sensor Operations Press the buttons to select preprogrammed cook and defrost settings for popular food items. c Power Level Press Power Level to set a cooking power.
us_main.book.book Page 11 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM OPERATION 11 Using the Control Panel Touch Buttons Slide Touch Use the this button to adjust the cooking time or defrost weight. • To increase the cooking time Press and slowly slide from left to right. Or, press button. • To decrease the cooking time Press and slowly slide from right to left. Or, press button. NOTE • Do not use rubber gloves or disposable gloves when using the touch button.
us_main.book.book Page 12 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 12 OPERATION Before Use • If the oven is locked, Loc appears in the display when any key is pressed. Setting the Clock • Unlock the oven to resume normal use. Set the current time to operate the microwave oven. 1 Open the oven door. 2 Press START/Enter to confirm the 12H clock display. • To switch between the 12-hour and 24-hour clock modes, press +. 3 Press + or - repeatedly to set the desired hour, and press START/Enter.
us_main.book.book Page 13 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM OPERATION 13 Microwave Power Levels • When operating at 100 - 80 % power levels for prolonged periods, the output power will be reduced gradually to help prevent the unit from electrically overheating. Power Level Use • Boiling water. • Browning ground beef. P-HI (100 %) Using Quick Start The Quick Start feature allows you to set 30second intervals of High power cooking with each press of the Start/Enter button.
us_main.book.book Page 14 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 14 OPERATION remains in the display and the chime repeats every minute until the door is opened, or any button is pressed. NOTE • If a power level is not selected, the oven defaults to 100% power. Auto Cook has preprogrammed settings to automatically cook certain foods. Select the desired food item, and enter the amount. The oven automatically cooks the item. 1 Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.
us_main.book.book Page 15 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM OPERATION 15 Sc-5 or Ac-5 Oatmeal (1 - 2 servings) - 1 serving: 0.5 cup (40 g) oats, 1 cup (230 g) water or milk, dash of salt. - 2 servings: 1 cup (80 g) oats, 1.5 cup (345 g) water or milk, 1/8 tsp salt. • Standing time: 3 minutes Sc-6 or Ac-6 Potato (1 - 4 ea) • Pierce skin with a fork and place on paper towel. Do not cover. • Standing time: 5 minutes Sc-7 or Ac-7 Rice (0.5 - 2 cups, 96 g - 384g) • Use a large, deep microwave-safe bowl (3 qt.
us_main.book.book Page 16 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 16 OPERATION 1 Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear. Pop Popcorn (3.5 oz.) 2 Press Popcorn once. 3 • Pop only one package at a time. For best results, use a fresh bag of popcorn. Place a bag of prepackaged microwave popcorn on the center of the glass tray. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter. CAUTION • Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to pop leftover kernels.
us_main.book.book Page 17 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM OPERATION 17 • Turn food over at beep. • Standing time: 5-15 minutes • Poultry: Whole, cut-up, breast (boneless) • Cornish Hens: Whole • Turkey: Breast • Rinse chicken with tap water and let stand for 60 minutes after cooking for better results. • Turn food over at beep. • Standing time: 60 minutes dEF3 Fish (0.1 - 4.0 lbs) • Fish: Fillets, whole steaks • Shellfish: Crab meat, lobster tails, shrimp, scallops • Turn food over at beep.
us_main.book.book Page 18 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 18 OPERATION - Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce off any metal object in the oven and cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that resembles lightning. 1 Place the container in question and a glass measuring cup filled with water next to each other inside the oven. - Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking.
us_main.book.book Page 19 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM OPERATION 19 plastic wrap to trap heat and steam and cook food more quickly. - Quantity: The more food you place in the oven, the longer the required cooking time. - Temperature: Ice-cold ingredients take much longer to cook than room temperature ingredients. • Unevenly Cooked Food - Stirring: Stir food from the outside toward the center during cooking, as food at the outside of the dish heats more quickly.
us_main.book.book Page 20 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 20 SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features Communicate with the appliance from a smartphone using the convenient smart features. Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.
us_main.book.book Page 21 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM MAINTENANCE 21 MAINTENANCE cleanser and scouring sponge. Dry completely before use. Cleaning the Interior • The glass tray and rotating ring are dishwasher safe. 1 Use a damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the door and wipe out crumbs between the door and the frame. 2 Remove greasy spatters with a soapy cloth then rinse and dry. • Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon.
us_main.book.book Page 22 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 22 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Q What’s wrong when the oven light will not glow? A There may be several reasons why the oven light will not glow. Either the light bulb has blown or the electric circuit has failed. Q Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? A No. The holes, or ports, are made to allow light to pass; they do not let microwave energy through.
us_main.book.book Page 23 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM TROUBLESHOOTING 23 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. • Close oven door. • Set cooking time. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Or the appliance is connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet, and the outlet's circuit breaker has tripped.
us_main.book.book Page 24 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 24 LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY USA 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.
us_main.book.book Page 25 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM LIMITED WARRANTY 25 • 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 unauthorized modification or alteration, or if the Product is used for other than the intended purpose. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, or ventilation codes.
us_main.book.book Page 26 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM 26 LIMITED WARRANTY must provide your name, address, and telephone number; identify the product that is the subject of the claim; and describe the nature of the claim and the relief being sought. If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file a claim for arbitration. Agreement to Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver.
us_main.book.book Page 27 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 11:55 AM LIMITED WARRANTY 27 www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/schedule-repair continued and clicking on "Find My Model & Serial Number"). Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty. If you keep this product and do not opt out, then you accept all terms and conditions of the arbitration provision described above.
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