LG JLMWSL004 Owner's Manual

Microwave oven

JLMWSL004

User guide

MFL06446141

Microwave oven

Contents

Introduction 4

Safety is important 4 In the box 4

Safety information 5

Important safety information 5

Warnings 5 Cautions 7 Ecological hints 8 Environmental information 8

Mains supply 9

Plug wiring information 9

Installation 10

Check the microwave is working correctly 10 Microwave-safe utensils 11

Microwave test 11 Dinner plates 11 Glassware 11 Plastic storage containers 11 Paper 11 Plastic cooking bags 11 Plastic microwave cookware 11 Pottery, stoneware and ceramic 12

Parts Identiﬁ cation 13

Preparation 14

12 hour clock or 24 hour clock 14 Child lock 14

Setting the child lock 14 Cancelling the child lock 14

Operation 15

Microwave power cooking 15 Quick start 16

Microwave power level 16 Microwave cooking 16 Cancelling the cooking 16

Auto cook 17 Auto cook guide 17 Auto reheat 19 Auto reheat guide 19 Auto defrost 21 Auto defrost guide 22

Quick defrost 23 Quick defrost guide - minced meat 23 Pasta reheat 24 Auto reheat guide 24 Special cook 25 Special cook guide 25

Cooking/reheating guides 27

Fresh vegetable guide 28 Reheating guide 30

Food characteristics & microwave cooking 32

Keeping an eye on things 32 Factors affecting microwave cooking times 32 Density of food 32 Height of food 32 Moisture content of food 32 Bone and fat content of food 33 Quantity of food 33 Shape of food 33 Covering 33 Browning 33 Covering with greaseproof paper 33 Arranging and spacing 34 Stirring 34 Turning over 34 Placing thicker portions facing outwards 34 Shielding 34 Elevating 34 Piercing 34 Testing if cooked 35 Standing time 35 MAFF reheating cooked chilled foods 35

Servicing & cleaning 36

Servicing 36 Keep the inside of the microwave clean 36 Keep the outside of the microwave clean 36

Cleaning the control panel 36

Questions & answers 37

Technical speciﬁ cations 38

Disposal 39 Guarantee 39

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Introduction

Please take time to read these instructions and retain

for future reference.

Safety is important

To ensure your safety and the safety of others, please read the Safety information before you install this

microwave.

Keep this information in a safe place for future

reference.

In the box

You will ﬁ nd the following:

• Microwave

• Glass tray

• Rotating ring

• User guide

• Quick reference guide

Note: If any of the items listed are damaged or

missing, please contact your local John Lewis branch.

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Safety information

Important safety instructions - read carefully before use

Take note of the following safety information which

appears on the back of this microwave.

Warning! To prevent ﬁ re or shock hazard, do not expose this microwave to rain or moisture.

Warning! Always remove the mains plug from the wall socket when not in use or before any service operation.

Warning! There are no user serviceable parts on this microwave. Refer servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel.

Important safety information

It is most important that this user guide should be

retained with the microwave for future reference.

Should the microwave be sold or transferred to

another owner, or should you move house and

leave the appliance, always ensure that the guides

are supplied with the microwave in order that the

new owner can get to know the functionality and the

relevant warnings.

These warnings have been provided in the interest

of safety. You MUST read them carefully before

installation or use. If you are unsure of the meanings

of these warnings contact the John Lewis branch from

which you purchased the microwave.

To avoid accidents to property or people it is

important to follow the instructions given. Failure to

do so removes any liability from John Lewis.

Warnings

• Keep all packaging well away from children. There

is risk of suffocation.

• Never let the power cord be crushed by the

microwave itself or other (heavy) objects. Never

bend power cord excessively.

• Never hold the power cord or plug with wet

hands.

• Never use a damaged power cord or plug, or

loose main socket.

• Never let the power cord touch or pass over

heating appliances.

• Do not attempt to tamper with, or make any

adjustments or repairs to the door, door seals, control panel, safety interlock switches or any other

part of the microwave which would involve the

removal of any cover protecting against exposure to

microwave energy. Do not operate the microwave if

the door seals and adjacent parts of the microwave

are faulty. Repairs should only be undertaken by a

qualiﬁ ed service technician.

• Unlike other appliances, the microwave is a high-

voltage and a high electrical-current piece of

equipment. Improper use or repair could result in

harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy or

in electric shock.

• Do not use the microwave for the purpose of

dehumidiﬁ cation e.g using the microwave to dry out

wet newspapers, clothes, toys, electric devices. It

can be the cause of serious damage to safety such

as a ﬁ re, a burn or a sudden death due to an electric

shock.

• The microwave is not intended for use by young

children or elderly persons. Only allow older

children to use the microwave without supervision

when adequate instructions have been given. Ensure

the child is able to use the microwave in a safe way

and understands the hazards of improper use.

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• Improper use may cause damage such as a ﬁ re,

electric shock or burn.

• Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young

children should be kept away. They may get a burn.

• Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed

containers since they are liable to explode. Remove

the plastic wrapping from food before cooking or

defrosting.

• In some cases food should be covered with plastic

ﬁ lm, for heating or cooking.

• Be certain to use proper accessories on each

operation mode, refer to the guide page 9.

• It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent

person to carry out any service or repair operation

that involves the removal of a cover which gives

protection against exposure to microwave energy.

• When the microwave is operated in the

combination mode, children should only use the

microwave under adult supervision due to the

temperatures generated.

• The microwave must be used freestanding.

• This microwave is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given supervision

or instruction concerning use of the microwave by a

person responsible for their safety.

• The microwave is not intended to be operated by

an external timer or by a separate control.

• Keep ventilation openings in the microwave

enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of

obstruction.

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Cautions

• Do not operate the microwave with the door open

due to the safety interlocks built into the door

mechanism. It is important not to tamper with the

safety interlocks. It could result in harmful exposure

to excessive microwave energy. (Safety interlocks

automatically switch off any cooking activity when

the door is opened.)

• Do not place any object (such as kitchen towels,

napkins, etc.) between the microwave front face

and the door or allow food or cleaner residue to

accumulate on sealing surfaces. It could result in

harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.

• Do not operate the microwave if it is damaged. It

is particularly important that the microwave door

closes properly and that there is no damage to the:

- (1) door (bent)

- (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened)

- (3) door seals and sealing surfaces. It could result

in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.

• Please ensure cooking times are correctly set, small

amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating

time. Over cooking may result in the food catching

on ﬁ re and subsequent damage to the microwave.

• An exhaust outlet is located on the top, bottom

or side of the microwave. Don’t block the outlet. It

could result in damage to your microwave and poor

cooking results.

• Do not operate the microwave when empty. It

is best to leave a glass of water in the microwave

when not in use. The water will safely absorb all

microwave energy, if the microwave is accidentally

started.

• Improper use could result in damage to the

microwave.

• Do not use wooden containers and ceramic

containers that have metallic (e.g. gold or silver)

inlays. Always remove metal twist ties. Check that

the utensils are suitable for use in the microwave

before use. They may heat-up and char. Metal

objects in particular may arc in the microwave,

which can cause serious damage.

• Do not rinse the tray by placing it in water just after

cooking. This may cause breakage or damage.

• Be certain to place the microwave so the front of

the door is 8 cm or more behind the edge of the

surface on which it is placed, to avoid accidental

tipping of the appliance. Improper use could result in

bodily injury and microwave damage.

• When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and

beverages in your microwave:

- Avoid using straight sided containers with narrow

necks.

- Stir the liquid before placing the container in the

microwave and again halfway through the heating

time.

- After heating, let it stand in the microwave for a

short time; stir or shake it again carefully and check

the temperature of it before consuming to avoid

burns (especially, contents of feeding bottles and

baby food jars).

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• Before cooking, pierce the skin of potatoes, apples

or any such fruit or vegetables. They could burst.

• Do not cook eggs in their shell. Eggs in their shell

and whole hardboiled eggs should not be heated

in microwave since they may explode, even after

microwave heating has ended. Pressure will build up

inside the egg which will burst.

• Do not attempt deep fat frying in your microwave.

This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot

liquid.

• If smoke is observed, switch off or disconnect the

microwave from the power supply and keep the

microwave door closed in order to stiﬂ e any ﬂ ames.

It can cause serious damage such as a ﬁ re or electric

shock.

• When food is heated or cooked in disposable

containers made of plastic, paper or other

combustible materials, keep an eye on the

microwave and check it frequently.

• The microwave should be cleaned regularly and

any food deposits should be removed. Failure to

maintain the microwave in a clean condition could

lead to deterioration of the surface. This could

adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly

result in a hazardous situation.

Ecological hints

To save energy and help protect the environment, we

recommend that you follow these hints:

• Do not install the microwave on a wet ﬂ oor or in

• Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the

door from closing properly.

Environmental information

• Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer

for their popcorn product. Do not leave the oven

unattended while the corn is being popped. If corn

fails to pop after the suggested times, discontinue

cooking. Never use a brown paper bag for popping

corn. Never attempt to pop leftover kernels

Overcooking could result in the corn catching a fre.

• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal

scrapers to clean the microwave door glass. They

can scrathc the surface, which may result in the glass

shattering.

• The connection may be achieved by having the plug

accessible or by incorporating a switch in the ﬁ xed

wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given supervision

or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

• After installation, please dispose of the packaging

with due regard to safety and the environment.

• Materials marked with the are recyclable.

• Keep ventilation openings in the microwave

enclosure or the built-in structure, clear of

obstruction.

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Mains supply

Warning! This microwave MUST BE EARTHED.

Warning! Should the power supply cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by an approved service engineer. John Lewis declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.

Before switching on, make sure the electricity

supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the

microwaves rating plate.

Warning! The microwave is supplied

with a 13 amp plug. In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13 amp ASTA approved BS 1363/A fuse must be used.

If the mains sockets in your home differ, or are not

suitable for the type of plug supplied then the plug

should be removed and a suitable type ﬁ tted.

If the mains plug becomes severed from the mains lead

it must be destroyed. A mains plug with bared wires is

hazardous if engaged in a mains output line socket.

If a 13 Amp BS 1363 plug is not suitable or any

other type of plug used, then this appliance must be

protected by a 15 Amp fuse.

Warning! The microwave should not be connected to the electrical supply by means of an extension cable.

Plug wiring information

Warning! If the supplied ﬂ exible mains cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced.

The microwave is supplied with BS 1363 approved

13 Amp fused mains plug. When replacing the fuse

always use a 13 Amp BS 1362 approved type. Never

use this plug with the fuse cover omitted. To obtain

a replacement fuse cover contact your dealer or John

Lewis.

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Installation

When upacking the microwave, be aware of the

following points:

• When unpacking the microwave make sure all

accessories (Rotating ring and glass tray) and packing

materials are removed.

• Check to make sure that the microwave has not

been damaged during shipping.

• Unpack the microwave and place it on a ﬂ at level

surface.

Find a suitable location for the microwave, it should be

positioned as follows:

• Place the microwave on the level location of your

choice with more than 85 cm height but make sure

there is at least 20 cm of space on the top and 10

cm at the rear for proper ventilation.

Check the microwave is working correctly

1 Plug the microwave into a standard household

socket. Make sure the microwave is the only

appliance connected to the socket.

Note: If the microwave does not operate properly, unplug it from the electrical socket and then plug it

back in.

2 Open the microwave door by pulling the door

handle. Place the rotating ring inside the microwave

and place the glass tray on top.

Fill a microwave safe container with 300 ml

(1/2 pint) of water.

4 Place in the centre of the glass tray and close the

microwave door.

Note: If you have any doubts about what type of

container to use please refer to Page 11.

• The front of the microwave must be at least 8 cm

from the edge of the surface to prevent tipping.

• An exhaust outlet is located on bottom or side of

the microwave. (Blocking the outlet can damage the

microwave).

Warning! The microwave must not be used f purposes.

or commercial catering

5 Press the Stop/Clear button, and press the

Start/Quick start button once to set a cooking

time of 30 seconds. The DISPLAY will count down

from 30 seconds. When the microwave reaches

zero it will beep.

Open the microwave door and test the

temperature of the water. If your microwave is

operating correctly the water should be warm.

Caution - Be careful when removing the container it ma

Caution - The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption in order to avoid burns.

y be hot.

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Microwave-safe utensils

Plastic storage containers

Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce

off any metal object in the microwave and cause

arcing. Most heat resistant non-metallic cooking utensils

are safe for use in the microwave. However, never

use metal or metal trimmed utensils when using the

microwave feature. If you have any doubts about a

particular utensil, there is a simple way to ﬁ nd out

if it can be used in the microwave. Carry out the

microwave test.

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• Place the utensil next to a glass bowl ﬁ lled with

water.

• Microwave on HIGH power for 1 minute. If the

water heats up but the utensil remains cool to the

touch, the utensil is microwave-safe. However, if the

water does not change temperature but the utensil

becomes warm, microwaves are being absorbed by

the utensil and it is not safe for use.

These can be used to hold foods that are to be

quickly reheated. However, they should not be used

to hold foods that will need considerable time in the

microwave as hot foods will eventually warp or melt

plastic containers.

Paper

Paper plates and containers are convenient and safe to

use, provided that the cooking time is short and foods

to be cooked are low in fat and moisture. Paper towels

are also very useful for wrapping foods and for lining

baking trays in which greasy foods such as bacon are

cooked.

Warning! In general, avoid coloured paper products as the colour may run. Some recycled paper products may contain impurities which could cause arcing or ﬁ res when used in

the microwave.

• There are many items on hand in any kitchen

that can be used as cooking equipment in the

microwave. These are listed below:

Dinner plates

Many kinds of dinnerware are microwave-safe. If in

doubt consult the manufacturer’s literature or perform

the microwave test.

Glassware

Glassware that is heat-resistant is microwave-safe. This

would include all brands of microwave tempered glass

cookware. However, do not use delicate glassware,

such as tumblers or wine glasses, as these might shatter

as the food warms.

Plastic cooking bags

Provided they are made specially for cooking, these

bags are microwave safe. Always make a slit in the bag

so that steam can escape.

Caution - Never use ordinary plastic bags for cooking, as they will melt and rupture.

Plastic microwave cookware

A variety of shapes and sizes of microwave cookware

are available. For the most part, you can probably use

items you already have on hand rather than investing in

new kitchen equipment.

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Pottery, stoneware and ceramic

Containers made of these materials are usually ﬁ ne for

use, but they should be tested to be sure. Carry out

the microwave test.

Caution - Some items with high lead or iron content are not suitable as cooking utensils.

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