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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................................... Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy .............................................................................. Grounding Instructions ....................................................................................................................................................... Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................................................................

UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN .................................................................................................... Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................................... Installation .......................................................................................................................................................................... Parts and Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................ Control Panel ..................................................................................................................................................................... Cookware Guide ................................................................................................................................................................. Tips for Microwave Cooking ................................................................................................................................................ Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................ HOW TO USE TrueCookPlusTM ............................................................................................................................... USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ..................................................................................................................... Clock ................................................................................................................................................................................ Child Lock ......... .............................................................................................................................................................. Kitchen Timer ................................................................................................................................................................... EZ-on ............................................................................................................................................................................... Sensor Touch Operation Instruction .................................................................................................................................. Potato (Example) .............................................................................................................................................................. Quick Sensor Touch Table ................................................................................................................................................ Sensor Touch Reheat ........................................................................................................................................................ Sensor Touch Popcorn .....................................................................................................................................................

Custom Set ......................................................................................................................................................................

Auto Cook ........................................................................................................................................................................

More / Less ......................................................................................................................................................................

Auto Defrost .....................................................................................................................................................................

Express Defrost .................................................................................................................................................................

Multi-stage Cooking ..........................................................................................................................................................

Soften ...............................................................................................................................................................................

Melt ..................................................................................................................................................................................

Time Cook .......................................................................................................................................................................

Microwave Power Levels ...................................................................................................................................................

Cooking Tips ..............................................................................................................................................................

MEAT ..............................................................................................................................................................................

Meat Cooking Table .........................................................................................................................................................

POULTRY ........................................................................................................................................................................

Poultry Cooking Table ......................................................................................................................................................

FISH ................................................................................................................................................................................

Fresh Fish Cooking Table ................................................................................................................................................

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................

Questions and Answers ..............................................................................................................................................

Before Calling for Service	..................................................................................................................................................
WARRANTY ...........................................................................................................................................	Inside back cover

Thank you for purchasing a LG microwave oven.

Please record the model number and serial	Model No:
number of this unit for future reference. We also	Serial No:
suggest you record the details of your contact	Dealer:
with LG (LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.)
concerning this unit.
	Dealer Phone No:
	Customer Relations
	LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
Staple your receipt here for proof of purchase.	Service Division Bldg. #3
	201 James Record Rd.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

SPECIFICATIONS

	MODEL			LCRT2010**
Power Supply				120 V AC, 60 Hz
Rated Power Consumption				1650 W
Microwave Output				*1200 W
Frequency				2450 MHz
Rated Current				14..0A
Overall Dimensions (WxHxD)				237/8 '' x 139/16 '' x 191 3/16''
Oven Cavity Dimensions (W xHxD)				1611 /16'' x 11 1 /4'' x 181/16''
Capacity of Oven Cavity				2.0 Cu.ft.
*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

INSTALLATION

A. Circuits

For safety purposes this oven must be plugged into a 15 or 20 Amp circuit. No other electrical appliances or lighting circuits should be on this line. If in doubt, 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.

C. Placement of the Oven

Your microwave oven can be placed easily in your kitchen, family room, or anywhere else in your home. Place the oven on a flat surface such as a kitchen countertop or a specially designed microwave oven cart. Do not place oven above a gas or electric range. Free air flow around the oven is important. Allow at least 4 inches of space at the top, sides, and back of the oven for proper ventilation.

E. Radio interference

1.Microwave oven operation may interfere with TV or radio reception.

2.When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:

a.Clean the door and the sealing surfaces of the oven.

b.Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

c.Relocate the microwave oven in relation to the TV or radio.

d.Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

e.Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

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Do not operate the oven when empty or without the glass tray. It is best to leave a glass water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

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1.DISPLAY. The display includes a clock and indicators that tell you time of day, cooking time settings, and cooking functions selected.

2.SENSOR TOUCH. This pad allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times andpower levels.

3.CUSTOM SET. Touch this pad to select sound(on/off), clock(on/off), scroll speed(slow,

normal, fast) and unit(lbs./kg.).

4. AUTO COOK. Touch this pad to select programming food items..

5. LESS. Each time you touch this pad, you subtract 10 seconds from the cooking time.

6. MORE. Each time you touch this pad, you add 10 seconds to the cooking time.

7. AUTO DEFROST. This pad is an accurate defrosting method for meat, poultry and fish up to 6.0 lbs or 4.0 kg.

8.EXPRESS DEFROST. Touch this pad to thaw only 1lb of food very quickly.

9. SOFTEN. Touch this pad to softenbutter,ice cream,
	cream cheese, or frozen juice.
10. MELT. Touch this pads to melt butter,margarine,
	chocolate,cheese,or mashmallows.
1	1 . NUMBER PADS Touch number pads to enter
	cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.
1	2. TIME COOK. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.
1	3. POWER LEVEL Touch this pad to set a cooking power.
1	4. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your
	microwave oven as a kitchen timer.
1	5. TrueCookPlusTM : Touch this pad to cook food according
	to TrueCookPlusTM code.
1	6. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
1	7. EZ-ON. Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook
	power for 30 seconds up to 3 minutes30 seconds;
	after 3 minutes 30 seconds,every touch will add
	1 minute up to 99 min 59 seconds.
1	8. START/ENTER.This feature allows oven to
	begin functioning.
1	9. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or
	clear entries.

Note: The display will automatically turn off after 5 minutes of idleness (depending on different models)

UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

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Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cookware is safe for use in your microwave oven. However, to test cookware before using, follow these steps:

1.Place the empty cookware in the microwave oven.

2.Measure 1 cup of water in a glass measuring cup and place it in the oven beside the cookware.

3.Microwave on 100% power for 1 minute. If the dish is warm, it should not be used for microwave cooking.

	USE	DO NOT USE
	Ovenproof Glass	Metal Utensil
	ţ Glass treated for use in high-intensity heat	ţ Metal shields food from microwave energy and
	includes utility dishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake	produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers,
	plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls	thermometers, or foil trays.
	without metallic trim.	ţ Metal utensils can cause arcing, which is a
	China	discharge of electric current. Arcing can damage
		your microwave oven.
	ţ Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without
	metallic trim can be used in your oven.	Metal Decoration
	Plastic	ţ Do not use metal-trimmed or metal-banded
		dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.
	ţ When using plastic wrap as a cover, make sure that
	the dish is deep enough so the plastic wrap does not	Centura™ Tableware
	touch the food. As the food heats, it may melt the	ţ The Corning Company recommends that you
	plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food.	do not use Centura tableware and some Corelle™
	ţ Place plastic wrap loosely over the top of the dish	closed-handle cups for microwave
	and secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of	cooking.
	the dish.	Aluminum Foil
	ţ Vent by turning back one corner of the plasticwrap.
		ţ Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because
	This will allow excess steam to escape.
		they hinder cooking and may cause arcing.
	ţ Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer
		ţ Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs
	containers, and plastic bags only for short time
		and wings.
	cooking. Use these with care because the
		ţ Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the walls
	plastic may soften from the heat of the food.
	Paper	and door of the oven.
		Wood
	ţ Microwave-safe paper towels, waxed paper, paper
	napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or	ţ Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out and
	design can be used in your oven.	may split or crack when you use them in the
	ţ Refer to the manufacturer’s label for use of any	microwave oven.
	paper product in the microwave oven.	Tightly Closed Containers
		ţ Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure
		to leave an opening for steam to escape from
		covered cookware.
		Brown Paper
		ţ Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb
		heat and could burn.
		Metal Twist Ties
		ţ Always remove metal twist ties as they can become
		hot and cause a fire.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

TIPS FOR MICROWAVE COOKING

BROWNING

Meat and poultry with high fat content that are cooked for 10 or 15 minutes or longer will brown lightly. Foods cooked a shorter time can be brushed with a browning agent, such as Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or barbecue sauce.

COVERING

A cover traps heat and steam and causes the food to cook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap with one corner folded back to vent the excess steam. Lids on glass casseroles can become hot during cooking. Handle carefully. Waxed paper will prevent the food from splattering in the oven and help retain heat. When warming bread items, use waxed paper, napkins, or paper towels. To absorb extra moisture, wrap sandwiches and fatty foods in paper towels.

SPACING

Arrange individual foods, such as baked potatoes, cupcakes, and hors d’oeuvres in a circle and at least 1 inch apart. This will help the food cook more evenly.

STIRRING

Stirring blends flavors and redistributes the heat in foods. Always stir from the outside toward the center of the dish. Food at the outside of the dish heats first.

TURNING

Large foods, such as roasts and whole poultry, should be turned so that the top and bottom cook evenly. Also turn over chicken pieces and chops.

ARRANGEMENT

Do not stack food. Arrange in a single layer in the dish for more even cooking. Because dense foods cook more slowly, place thicker portions of meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables toward the outside of the dish.

TESTING FOR DONENESS

Because foods cook quickly in a microwave oven, you need to test frequently for doneness.

STANDING TIME

Depending on density, food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes either in or outside of oven to finish cooking after cooking power shuts off. Outside of oven, you usually need to cover food during standing time to 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.

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.

PIERCING

Pierce the shell, skin, or membrane of foods before cooking to prevent them from bursting. Foods that require piercing include yolks and whites of eggs, hot dogs, clams, oysters, and whole vegetables, such as potatoes and squash.

CLEANING

Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and a mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. This should be done weekly or more often, if needed. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.

Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will be difficult to remove if left for many days. Wipe splatters with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon.

REMOVABLE PARTS

The turntable and turntable roller rest are removable. They should be hand-washed in warm (not hot) water with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are clean, rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use cleaning powders, steel wool, or rough pads.

ţThe glass turntable may be cleaned at the sink. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges as this may cause the turntable to break during use.

ţThe turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly.

SPECIALCARE

For best performance and safety, the inner door panel and the oven front frame should be free of food or grease buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent; then rinse and wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads.

After cleaning the control panel, touch STOP/CLEAR to clear any entries that might have been entered accidentally while cleaning the panel.

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