LG Electronics LCS1112SW Use and Care Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
MICROWAVE OVEN
PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY
BEFORE OPERATING.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY................................................................................................................................................................. 3-5
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy............................................................ 3
Grounding Instructions............................................................................................................................................ 3
Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 4-5
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN .............................................................................................. 6-10
Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Installation............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Parts and Accessories ............................................................................................................................................ 7
Control Panel ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Tips for Microwave Cooking ................................................................................................................................... 9
Precautions ........................................................................................................................................................... 10
Cleaning................................................................................................................................................................ 10
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ................................................................................................................. 11-18
Setting Time of Day ................................................................................................................................................ 11
EO ...................................................................................................................................................................11
Timed Cooking ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
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One Touch Control............................................................................................................................................... 12
One Touch Control Chart .................................................................................................................................. 13
Microwave Power levels ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Auto Defrost ......................................................................................................................................................... 15
Q-Defrost.............................................................................................................................................................. 15
Auto Defrost Guide
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HEATING/REHEATING GUIDE.............................................................................................................................. 19
FRESH VEGETABLE GUIDE ................................................................................................................................ 20
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................................... 21-23
Questions and Answers................................................................................................................................... 21-22
Before Calling for Service..................................................................................................................................... 23
WARRANTY............................................................................................................................................................ 24
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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
• 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 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.
• Do not place any object between the oven
front face and the door, or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing
surfaces.
• The oven should not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel.
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.
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 is exercised
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
WARNING
Improper grounding can result in a risk of electric
shock. Consult a qualified electrician if the
grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the
appliance 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 receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
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SAFETY
IMPORTANT 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.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3 of this manual.
2. Read and follow the specific
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.
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SAFETY
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
CONTAINER 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
overheated. 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
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
LCS1112SB/LCS1112SW
Power Supply
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Rated Power Consumption
1450 W
Microwave Output
*1000 W
Frequency
2450 MHz
Rated Current
12.5 A
Overall Dimensions(WxHxD)
197/8"117/16"14/16"
141/16"87/8"145/16"
1.1 Cu.ft.
Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD)
Effective Capacity of Oven Cavity
*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
INSTALLATION
NOTES:
• Never place the turntable in the oven upside down.
A. Circuits
For safety purposes this oven must be plugged into a
20 Amp circuit. No other electrical appliances or lighting circuits should be on this line. If in doubt, consult a
licensed electrician.
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.
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.
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 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 circuits
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 at least 100cm (39.4 inches) from floor. Do not
place oven above a gas 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.
4 inche
s
4 inches
4 inches
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
• Owner’s Manual and Cooking Guide : 1 each
• Glass Turntable
: 1 each
• Rotating Ring
: 1 each
Window Door Screen
Oven Front Plate
Door Seal
Display Window
Control Panel
Door Open Button
Safety Door Lock System
Turntable
Rotating Ring
NOTE: This microwave oven is designed for household use only.
It is not recommended for commercial use.
wWARNING:
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 safly absorb
all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
CONTROL PANEL
1. DISPLAY: The display includes a clock and indicators
that tell you the time of day, cook time settings, and
cooking functions selected.
2. ONE TOUCH CONTROL: Touch this pad to cook
without entering a cook time or power.
3. AUTO DEFROST: Touch this pad to defrost foods by
entering weight.
4. QUICK DEFROST: Touch this pad to defrost
foods quickly.
5. NUMBER PADS : Touch number pads to enter cook
time, power level, quantities, or weights.
6. TIME COOK : Touch this pad to set a cook time.
7. POWER LEVEL : Touch this pad to set a cook power.
8. STOP/CLEAR : It used to stop oven and clear all
entries except time day.
9. E-ON : You can extend cooking time in multiples of
30 seconds by repeatedly touching this pad during
cooking.
10. START : This feature allows oven to begin functioning.
11. CLOCK : Touch this pad to set time of day.
12. KITCHEN TIMER : Touch this pad to set timer.
13. Touch this pad to .
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING
BROWNING
Meat and poultry with high fat content cooked for at
least 10 to 15 minutes will brown lightly. Foods cooked
a shorter time can be brushed with a browning agent,
such as Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or barbecue
sauce.
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
Foods cook quickly in a microwave oven; test frequently
for doneness.
COVERING
A cover will trap heat and steam and cause 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; always 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.
STANDING TIME
Food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes after
being removed from the oven. Usually, you need to
cover food during standing time to retain heat. Remove
most foods when they are slightly undercooked and
they will finish cooking during standing time. The
internal temperature of food will rise about 10°F during
standing time.
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.
SHIELDING
To prevent some portions of rectangular or square
dishes 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.
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.
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.
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.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
PRECAUTIONS
• Place the front surface of the door three inches or
more from the countertop edge to avoid accidental
tipping of the microwave oven during normal use.
• To program the oven, make sure you touch the center
of each pad firmly since the areas between the pads
will not activate the oven. A tone will sound each time
a pad is touched correctly. Do not touch several pads
at once.
• Do not strike the control panel with silverware,
cookware, etc. Breakage may occur.
• Always use caution when taking cookware out of the
oven. Some dishes absorb heat from the cooked food
and may be hot. See the “Cookware Guide” earlier in
this section for more information.
• Do not rinse cookware immediately after cooking. This
may cause breakage. Also, always allow the turntable
to cool before removing it from the oven.
• Never operate the oven when it is empty. Food or
water should always be in the oven during operation
to absorb the microwave energy.
• Do not use the oven to dry newspapers or clothes.
They may catch fire.
• Use thermometers that have been approved for
microwave oven cooking.
• The turntable must always be in place when you
operate the oven.
• Do not use your microwave oven to cook eggs in the
shell. Pressure can build up inside the shell, causing it
to burst.
• There are several precautions to follow when
microwaving popcorn:
— Do not pop popcorn, except in a microwave-safe
container or commercial packages designed for
microwave ovens.
— Never try to pop popcorn in a paper bag that is not
microwave-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 popping
slows to 2-3 seconds between pops.
— Do not leave microwave unattended while popping
corn.
— Follow directions on bag.
CLEANING
NOTE: Before cleaning the oven, unplug the power
cord. If this is impossible, open the oven door to
prevent an accidental oven start.
DOOR
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.
INTERIOR
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.
After cleaning the control panel, touch CLEAR to clear
any entries that might have been entered accidentally
while cleaning the panel. Also make sure that the
turntable and rotating ring are in the right position.
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 rotating ring 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 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 rotating ring should be cleaned regularly.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SETTING TIME OF DAY
TIMED COOKING
When your oven is plugged in for the first time or
when power resumes after a power interruption,
the numbers in the display reset to '0'.
Example : To set the clock for 10:30.
This feature lets you program a specific cook time and
power level. For best results, there are 10 power level
settings in addition to HIGH (100%) power. Refer to
the “Microwave Power Levels Table on page 1 for
more information.
Touch:
Display Shows:
1.
0
2.
12:00
Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds
at 80% power.
Touch:
Display Shows:
1.
: 0
2.
5:30
3.
p-h i
4.
p-80
.
5:30
10:30
3.
10:30
4.
EZ-ON
A time-saving pad, this simplified control lets you
quickly set and start microwave cooking at 100%
power without the need to set the time and press
START.
Time counting down
NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven
will automatically cook at 100% power.
Example: To cook for 1 minute.
Touch:
1.
KITCHEN TIMER
Display Shows:
You can use your microwave oven as a timer.Use
the Timer for timing up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
Example: To count 3 minutes.
Time of day
Touch:
2.
Twice. Time counting down
1.
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 59
seconds.
Display Shows:
: 0
2.
3:00
3.
3:00
Time counting down
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
MULTISTAGE COOKING
CHILD LOCK
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.
Use this safety feature to lock the control panel
when you are cleaning it, or to prevent children
from using the oven when you do not want them
to.
Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle.
To set C
.
Touch:
to set a
3-minute cook
time for the
first stage.
2.
4.
to set an 80%
cook power
for the first
stage.
7
to set a
7-minute cook
time for the
second stage.
7.
9.
10.
l
Touch and hold until “L” appears in the display.
(approximately 4 seconds)
p-80
To cancel CHILD LOCK.
Touch:
l
Touch and hold until “L”disappears from the display.
(approximately 4 seconds)
7:00
p-5 0
Display shows
1.
p-h i
to set a 50%
cook power
for the second
stage.
Time of day
2.
: 0
5.
8.
3:00
p-h i
3.
6.
1.
: 0
1.
Display shows
ONE TOUCH CONTROL
3:00
Use this function to cook food without entering a
cook time or power. Refer to the One Touch Control
Chart below for more information.
Example: To cook a 3.5 oz. bag of
microwave popcorn.
Touch:
When the first stage is over, you will hear two
short tones as the oven begins the second
cook stage.
Display Shows:
Time of day
1.
2.
3.
12
once.
The oven will start
automatically.
3 .5
Time counting down.
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
ONE TOUCH CONTROL CHART
Serving
size
Category
Touch
POPCORN
One Time
Two Times
3.5 oz.
3.0 oz.
• Follow package instructions.
• Use popcorn package which is made especially
for 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.
POTATO
One Time
Two Times
Three Times
Four Times
• 8-10 oz.
.
• Place in center of the turntable tray on paper towel.
• Pierce potato several times with fork.
• After cooking, let stand for 5 minutes.
BEVERAGE
One Time
Two Times
1 cup
2 cups
• 240ml per cup.
• Use mug or microwave-safe cup.
• Stir after reheating.
PIZZA
One Time
Two Times
Three Times
1 slice
2 slices
3 slices
• Place the refrigerated pizza on the plate in
the center of the microwave oven.
FOOD PLATE
One Time
Two Times
1 serving
2 servings
• Arrange food on turntable tray.
• Place meaty portions and bulky vegetable
to the outside of the plate.
• Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
• After cooking, let stand for 2 minutes.
FROZEN
ENTREE
One Time
10 oz.
• Follow the package instructions.
• Example of one frozen entree is Lasagna
with Meat Sauce, Chicken with Rice, Sliced
Turkey Breast with Rice and Vegetable.
FRESH
VEGETABLE
One Time
Two Times
Three Times
Four Times
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
• Prepare vegetable(wash and cut into 1/2-inch pieces).
• Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
• Most vegetables need 2 to 3 minutes
standing time to finish cooking.
1 & 2 cups - Add 2 tablespoon water.
3 & 4 cups - Add 4 tablespoon water.
BAKED
GOODS
One Time
Two Times
Three Times
Four Times
• Place a paper towel in the center of the oven.
• Press the Baked Goods pad for quantity to be heated
or heat according to Use and Care Guide.
• Set thermicator to approximately half the depth of the
baked good and take temperature. Record on data sheet.
CASSEROLE
One Time
Two Times
Three Times
Four Times
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
4 cups
• Combine cream of mushroom soup. tuna and milk in
microwave-safe a deep and large bowl. Add boiled
noodles and stir thoroughly. Cover with wrap or glass lid
Halfway through the oven will beep and display stir. Press
start to continue cooking. At the end of the cooking time,
stand and stir.
Directions
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
Your microwave oven is equipped with ten power levels (11 steps including 0) to give you maximum
flexibility and control over cooking. When your cooking program is completed, a beep automatically
sounds. The table below will give you some idea of which foods are prepared at each of the various
power levels.
MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL CHART
Power Level
Output
(of watts)
Use
● Boil
water.
ground beef.
● Cook fresh fruits & vegetables.
● Make candy.
● Cook fish, meat & poultry.
● Preheat browning dish.
● Brown
10
(High)
100%
9
90%
8
80%
7
70%
6
60%
5
50%
4
40%
3
30%
● All
2
20%
● Soften
1
10%
0
0
● Heat
precooked food.
onions, celery & green pepper.
● Saute
● All
reheating
● Roast
meat & poultry.
mushrooms & shellfish.
● Cook foods which contain cheese & eggs.
● Cook
● Bake
cakes, muffins.
eggs.
● Prepare
● Cook
meat, poultry.
custard
● Prepare rice, soup.
● Cook
● Melt
butter & chocolate.
less tender cuts of meat.
● Cook
defrosting
butter & cheese.
● Soften
● Raise
ice cream.
yeast dough.
● Standing
time.
timer.
● Independent
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
AUTO DEFROST
NOTE:
Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven.
The defrost feature provides you with the best
defrosting method for frozen foods. The auto
defrost guide will show you which defrost
sequence is recommended for the food you are
defrosting.
For added convenience, the Auto Defrost
includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds
you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange
to get the best defrost results. Three different
defrosting levels are provided.
dEF1 Ground Meat
dEF2 Poultry
dEF3 Steaks/Chops
Example: To defrost
1.2 lbs. of ground beef.
Touch:
Display Shows:
1
1.
2.
and
When you touch the START pad, the display
changes to defrost time countdown. The oven will beep
during the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door
and turn, 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. The oven will not stop
during the BEEP unless the door is opened.
OPERATING TIPS
• 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.
Q-DEFROST
This feature should be used only when you defrost
1.0 lbs of frozen ground meat,poultry and
steaks／chops.
1.2
Touch:
4.
1.
Time counting down
3.
At the end of cooking
time, 4 long tones will
sound.
Display Shows:
Time of day
Time counting down
NOTES: When the oven sound a tone during
time counting down, pen the door and turn,
separate, or rearrange food.
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
AUTO DEFROST GUIDE
SEQUENCE
TOUCH
AUTO DEFROST
GROUND
MEAT
one time
POULTRY
two times
STEAKS/CHOPS three times
FOOD
• BEEF ..................Ground beef, Cubes for stew,
...............................Pot roast, Rib roast, Rump roast,
...............................Chuck roast, Hamburger patty.
• LAMB .................Rolled roast
• PORK .................Hot dogs, Spareribs,
...............................Country-style ribs,
...............................Rolled roast, Sausage.
• VEAL ..................Cutlets (1lb., 1/2-inch thick)
• POULTRY ...........Whole (under 4 lbs), Cut up
...............................Breasts (boneless)
• CORNISH HENS ...Whole
• TURKEY ..............Breast (under 6 lbs.)
• STEAKS ..............Round steak, Tenderloin steak.
• CHOPS ................Lamb chops (1-inch thick),
Pork chops (1/2-inch thick).
• FISH.....................Fillets, Steaks, Whole.
• SHELLFISH.........Crab meat, Lobster tails, Shrimp,
...............................Scallops
ENERGY SAVING
Clear (
)
To set the ENERGY SAVING
STOP/Clear
(ENERGY SAVING)
16
MIN./MAX.
0.1/6.0 lbs.
0.1/6.0 lbs.
0.1/6.0 lbs.
USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during
cooking cycle.
COOKING TIPS
MEAT
1. No special techniques are required. Meat should be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if
desired. 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 the
shorter 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 it
completes the cooking process.
6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly cooked before eating.
MEAT COOKING CHART
Meat
BEEF
Standing/Rolled Rib – Rare
– Medium
– Well-done
Ground Beef (to brown for casserole)
Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted
(4 oz. each)
– 2 patties
– 4 patties
MicrowavePower Level
8
8
8
HIGH(100%)
8 - 10 minutes
9 - 11 minutes
10 - 12 minutes
6 - 8 minutes
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)
2 - 4 minutes
3 - 5 minutes
8
11 - 14 minutes
HIGH(100%)
HIGH(100%)
2 - 3 minutes
3 - 5 minutes
PORK
Loin, Leg
Bacon
– 4 slices
– 6 slices
Cooking time Per Pound
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 composition of the food.
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 roast-ing rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed
on the turntable.
5. Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry Cooking Chart 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 wrapped in foil 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.
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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during
cooking cycle.
COOKING TIPS (continued)
POULTRY COOKING CHART
Poultry
MicrowavePower Level
Cooking time Per Pound
CHICKEN
Whole
Breast (boned)
Portions
8
8
8
6 - 9 minutes
5 - 8 minutes
10 - 16 minutes
TURKEY
Whole
8
8 - 10 minutes
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.
STEAKS/CHOPS
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 Chart below. Flakes of butter can be
added 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 opaque
and flake easily.
FRESH FISH COOKING CHART
Power
Cooking Time
Per Pound
Method
Standing
Time
Fish Fillets
HIGH
4 - 6 minutes
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice
2 - 3 minutes
Whole Mackerel,
HIGH
4 - 6 minutes
–
3 - 4 minutes
HIGH
5 - 7 minutes
–
3 - 4 minutes
HIGH
5 - 7 minutes
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp.) lemon juice
3 - 4 minutes
Fish
Cleaned and Prepared
Whole Trout,
Cleaned and Prepared
Salmon Steaks
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HEATING/REHEATING GUIDE
.
To heat or reheat successfully in the microwave, it is important to follow several guidelines. Measure
the amount of food in order to determine the time needed to reheat. Arrange the food in a circular
pattern for best results. Room temperature food will heat faster than refrigerated food. Canned foods
should be taken out of the can and placed in a microwavable container. The food will be heated
more evenly if covered with a microwavable lid or plastic wrap and vented. Remove cover carefully
to prevent steam burns. Use the following chart as a guide for reheating cooked food.
Items
Cook time (at HIGH)
Special Instructions
LMA1180ST
Sliced meat
3 slices (1/4-inch thick)
1-2 minutes
Place sliced meat on microwavable plate.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
* Note: Gravy or sauce helps to keep meat
juicy
.
Chicken pieces
1 breast
1 leg and thigh
2-3 1/2 minutes
11/2 -3 minutes
Place chicken pieces on microwavable plate.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Fish fillet
(6-8 oz.)
2-4 minutes
Place fish on microwavable plate.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Lasagna
1 serving (101/2 oz.)
4-6 minutes
Place lasagna on microwavable plate.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Casserole
1 cup
4 cups
1-31/2 minutes
5-8 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Casserole –
cream or cheese
1 cup
4 cups
11/2-3 minutes
31/2 -51/2 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Sloppy Joe or
Barbecued beef
1 sandwich
(1/2 cup meat filling)
without bun
1-2 1/2 minutes
Reheat filling and bun separately
.
Cook filling covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once. Heat bun as directed in chart below.
Mashed potatoes
1 cup
4 cups
1-3 minutes
5-8 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Baked beans
1 cup
11/2 -3 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Ravioli or pasta in sauce
1 cup
4 cups
21/2-4 minutes
71/2-11 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Rice
1 cup
4 cups
11/2-31/2 minutes
4-61/2 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Sandwich roll or bun
1 roll
15-30 seconds
Wrap in paper towel and place on glass
mircrowavable rack
Vegetables
1 cup
4 cups
11/2 -2 1/2 minutes
4-6 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Soup
1 serving (8 oz.)
11/2 -2 1/2 minutes
COOK covered in microwavable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
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FRESH VEGETABLE GUIDE
Vegetable
Amount
Cook time at HIGH
Instructions
LMA1180ST
Standing
Time
2 medium
4 medium
5-8 minutes
Trim. Add 2 tsp water and 2 tsp juice. Cover.
2-3 minutes
1Ib.
3-6 minutes
Add 1/2 cup water. Cover.
2-3 minutes
Beans, Green &
Wax
1 lb.
7-11minutes
Add 1/ 2 cup water in 11/ 2 qt. casserole. Stir
halfway through cooking.
2-3 minutes
Beets, Fresh
1 Ib.
12-16 minutes
Add 1/ 2 cup water in 11/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Rearrange halfway through cooking.
Broccoli, Fresh,
Spears
1Ib.
4-8 minutes
Place broccoli in baking dish. Add 1/ 2
cup water.
2-3 minutes
Cabbage, Fresh,
Chopped
1Ib.
4-7 minutes
2-3 minutes
2 cups
2-4 minutes
Add 1/2 cup water in 11/ 2 qt. covered
casserole.Stir halfway through cooking.
Add 1/ 4 cup water in 1 qt. covered casserole.
Stir halfway through cooking.
1lb.
7-11 minutes
Trim. Add 1/4 cup water in 1 qt. covered
casserole. Stir halfway through cooking.
2-3 minutes
21/2 -41/2 minutes
6-8 minutes
Slice. Add 1/2 cup water in 11/2 qt. covered
casserole. Stir halfway through cooking.
2-3 minutes
Artichokes
(8oz. each)
Asparagus,
Fresh, Spears
Carrots, Fresh,
Sliced
Cauliflower
,
Fresh, Whole
Flowerettes, Fresh 2 cups
Celery, Fresh,
4 cups
Sliced
2-3 minutes
Corn, Fresh
2 ears
5-9minutes
Mushrooms,
Fresh, Sliced
1/2 Ib.
2-31/2 minutes
1Ib.
4-8 minutes
Add 1/2 cup water in 11/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Stir halfway through cooking.
4 cups
7-10minutes
Add 1/2 cup water in 11/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Stir halfway through cooking.
Parsnips, Fresh,
Sliced
Peas, Green,
Fresh
Husk.Add 2 tbsp water in 1 1/2 qt. baking dish. 2-3 minutes
Cover.
Place mushrooms in 1 1/2 qt. covered
2-3 minutes
casserole. Stir halfway through cooking.
Sweet Potatoes
Whole Baking
(6-8 oz. each)
White Potatoes,
Whole Baking
(6-8 oz. each)
Spinach, Fresh,
Leaf
2 medium
4 medium
5-10 minutes
7-13 minutes
Pierce potatoes several times with fork.
Place on 2 paper towels.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
2 potatoes
4 potatoes
5-8 minutes
10-14 minutes
2-3 minutes
2-3 minutes
1Ib.
4-7 minutes
Pierce potatoes several times with fork.
Place on 2 paper towels.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Add 1/2 cup water in 2 qt. covered casserole.
Squash, Acorn
or
Butternut, Fresh
1 medium
6-8 minutes
Cut squash in half. Remove seeds.
Place in 8 x 8-inch baking dish. Cover.
2-3 minutes
Zucchini, Fresh,
Sliced
1Ib.
41/2-71/2 minutes
Zucchini, Fresh,
Whole
1Ib.
6-9 minutes
2-3 minutes
Add 1/2 cup water in1 1/ 2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Stir halfway through cooking.
Pierce. Place on 2 paper towels.
Turn zucchini over and rearrange halfway
through cooking.
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2-3 minutes
TROUBLESHOOTING
Questions and Answers
Operation
Answer
Question
Why is the oven light not on during
cooking?
There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on.
Have you:
• Set a cook time?
• Touched START?
Why does steam come out of the air
exhaust vent?
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven
has been designed to vent this steam.
Will the microwave oven be damaged if it
operates empty?
Yes. Never operate the oven empty or without the glass turntable.
Does microwave energy pass through the
viewing screen in the door?
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.
Why does a tone sound when a pad on the
control panel is touched?
The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.
Can my microwave oven be damaged if
food is cooked for too long?
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.
When the oven is plugged into wall outlet
for the first time, it might not work properly.
What is wrong?
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.
Why do I see light reflection around the
outer case?
This light is from the oven light which is located between the
oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven.
What are the various sounds I hear when
the microwave oven is operating?
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.
Food
Question
Answer
What is wrong when baked foods have a
hard, dry, brown spot?
A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the
cooking or reheating time.
Why do eggs sometimes pop?
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 before cooking.
CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Questions and Answers (continued)
Food
Answer
Question
Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a
little dry after cooking?
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.
Is it possible to pop popcorn in a
microwave oven?
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.
• Do not pop prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn
directly on the glass turntable. To avoid excessive heating
of the glass turntable, place the popcorn bag on a plate.
• Listen while corn pops. Stop oven when popping slows to
2-3 seconds between pops.
• Do not leave microwave unattended while popping corn.
• Follow directions on bag.
Why do baked apples sometimes burst
during cooking?
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.
Why do baked potatoes sometimes
burn during cooking?
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.
Why is a standing time recommended
after microwave cooking time is over?
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.
Why is additional time required for
cooking food stored in the refrigerator?
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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service
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.
Possible Causes
Problem
Oven does not start
Arcing or Sparking
Incorrect time of day
• 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?
Unevenly Cooked Foods
• 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?
Overcooked Foods
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
Undercooked Foods
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Are the ventilation ports clear?
Improper Defrosting
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Did you turn or stir the food during the defrosting cycle?
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
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.
w WARNING:This product contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer. Wash hands after handing.
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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:
Product Replacement
Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the
Customer Service/Appliance options. (Phones are
answered 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.) You
will receive a certificate to purchase a replacement
product from your local dealer.
You will then send the purchase receipts for the original
and the replacement microwave ovens, along with
the purchase authorization certificate to us.
We will send you a refund check for the purchase
price of the original product. This gives you the
opportunity to upgrade to another model or to receive
the full purchase price of the original model even if you
decide to purchase a less expensive model.
Please visit our website at: http://us.lgservice.com
x
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.
x 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.
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