LG LMC1575 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

MICROWAVE OVEN

Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

LMC1575**

MFL69962302_00

www.lg.com

Thank you for purchasing an LG microwave oven.

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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 place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

•Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven 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.

•The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

8 Location of Model Number 8 Electrical Requirements 8 Voltage Warning 8 Placement of the Oven 8 Do Not Block Air Vents 8 Grounding Instructions 9 Radio / TV / Wireless Equipment Interference 9 Oven Specifications 10 Microwave Oven Features 10 Accessories 11 Control Panel Overview

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS

12 Microwave Cookware Guide 13 Microwave-Safe Cookware 14 Microwave Cooking Tips 15 Precautions

23 Defrost

23 Defrost Table 24 Defrosting Tips 24 Weight Conversion Table 24 Operating Tips

SMART DIAGNOSIS™

25 Using the Smart Diagnosis™ Function

MAINTENANCE

26 Caring for the Microwave Oven

TROUBLESHOOTING

27 Frequently Asked Questions 28 Before Calling for Service

WARRANTY

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OPERATION

16 Audible Signals 16 Clock 16 Interrupting Cooking 16 Child Lock 17 Kitchen Timer 17 Slide Touch Key 18 Correctly Using Slide Touch Key 18 If Slide Touch Key Doesn't Respond 18 Quick Start 18 More / Less 18 Energy Saving 19 Setting Manual Cooking Times 19 Microwave Power Levels 20 Sensor Operation Instructions 20 Sensor Cooking Guide 20 Sensor Cook 20 Sensor Reheat 20 Sensor Popcorn 21 Sensor Cook Table 22 Sensor Reheat Table 22 Popcorn Table

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and follow all instructions when using the microwave oven to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury, or damage. This guide does not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Always contact your service agent or manufacturer about problems that you do not understand.

Download this owner's manual at: http://www.lg.com

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:

WARNING

CAUTION

The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven and avoid harm to yourself or damage to your oven.

- Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

- Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING

•To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using the microwave oven, follow basic safety precautions, including the following.

•Read all the instructions before using the oven.

•As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

•Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 2.

•Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors, such as sulfide and chloride, 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.

•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.

•Do not use this oven for commercial purposes. It is made for household use only.

•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.

•If your oven is dropped or damaged, have it thoroughly checked by a qualified

service technician before using it again.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

•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.

Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use.

- Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven.

•If materials inside the oven ignite:

- Keep oven door closed

- Turn the oven off

- Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker

panel.

•To avoid electric shock:

- This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See

the electrical GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS on page 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.

- 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.

•Take care when the door is opened to avoid injury.

•To avoid improperly cooking some foods:

- Do not heat any type of baby bottle or baby food. Uneven heating may occur and

possibly cause personal injury.

- Do not heat small-necked containers, such as syrup bottles.

- Do not deep-fat fry in the microwave oven.

- Do not attempt home canning in the microwave oven.

- 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.

•Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

•Do not run the oven empty.

•Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

•This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

•Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea can be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present.

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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;

- Do not overheat the liquid.

- Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

- Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

- After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time

before removing the container.

- Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

•Do not use the oven for the purpose of dehumidification (for example, operating the microwave oven with wet newspapers, clothes, toys, electric devices, plants, soil, pets or any other living matter inside it). 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.

•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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

- Improper use may cause damage such as a fire, electric shock or burn.

•Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.

- They may be burned.

•Children must not be allowed to play with accessories or hang down from the door or any part of the oven.

- Doing so can cause serious injury and damage.

•If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

•The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.

•During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

•Do not use recycled paper products.

- They may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in

cooking.

•Do not rinse trays and racks by placing them in water just after cooking. This may cause breakage or damage.

- Improper use could result in damage to the oven.

•The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed.

- Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the

surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

•The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating.

•Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated. 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY)

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.

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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Read all instructions before using the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Location of Model Number

To request service information or replacement parts, the service center requires the complete model number of your microwave oven. The model number is on the oven back as shown in the illustration below.

Model number label

Electrical Requirements

The oven is designed to operate on a Standard 120 V/60 Hz household outlet. Be sure the circuit is at least 15 A or 20 A and the microwave oven is the only appliance on the circuit. It is not designed for 50 Hz or any circuit other than a 120 V/60 Hz circuit. No other electrical appliances or lighting circuits should be on this line. If in doubt, consult a licensed electrician.

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. If the microwave oven does not perform normally in spite of proper voltage, remove and reinsert the plug.

Placement of the Oven

The 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 airflow around the oven is important. Allow at least 4 inches of space at the top, sides, and back of the oven for proper ventilation.

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 with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING

•Improper use of grounding can result in a

risk of electric shock.

Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

1. Use of an extension cord is not recommended. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service person install an outlet near the appliance.

2. 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. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

NOTE

•A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

•Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

•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.

See the separate Installation Instructions for directions on placing the cord properly.

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. If this happens, a sensitive thermal safety device automatically turns the oven off. The oven will be inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently.

Ensure proper ground

exists before use

Keep the electrical power cord dry and do not pinch or crush it in any way.

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Radio / TV / Wireless Equipment Interference

Operating the microwave oven near equipment—such as a radio, TV, wireless LAN, Bluetooth devices, medical equipment, or wireless equipment—which uses the same frequency, may cause interference. This interference is not an indication of a defect in the product or its operation. The product is safe to use.

WARNING

Do not use medical equipment near the microwave oven, as the interference could affect the medical

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equipment’s operation.

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 the radio, TV, Bluetooth, or other equipment.

c. Relocate the microwave oven in relation to the radio, TV, Bluetooth, or other equipment.

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.

Oven Specifications

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Model LMC1575**

Power Supply 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Rated Power Consumption 1250 W

Microwave Output Max. 1200 W*

Frequency 2450 MHz

Rated Current 10.4 A

/16" x 12 1/8" x 17"

Overall Dimensions (W x H x D)

Oven Cavity Dimensions (W x H x D)

Capacity of Oven Cavity 1.5 cu.ft. (0.04 m³)

*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

(54.4 cm x 30.8 cm x 43.2 cm)

/16" x 10 5/16" x 16"

(39.5 cm x 26.2 cm x 40.6 cm)

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Microwave Oven Features

Display WindowDisplay Window

Door Seal

Control PanelSafety Door Lock SystemControl Panel

NOTE

•Do not remove the cavity Mica Sheet (silver plate) inside of oven.

•The Mica Sheet is there to protect the microwave components from food spatters.

WARNING

•Do not operate the oven when empty or without the glass tray. It is best to leave a glass of

Mica Sheet

* Do Not Remove

Mica Sheet

water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.

Accessories

The turntable rotates in both directions to help food cook more evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven without the glass tray in place.

Owner's

Manual

Glass Tray Rotating Ring Shaft Owner's Manual

NOTE

This microwave oven is designed for household use only. It is not recommended for commercial use.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Control Panel Overview

Use the control panel to select the desired cooking function quickly and easily. Simply touch a command key to select the desired function. For more information on these features, see the OPERATION section.

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Smart Diagnosis

Hold the mouthpiece of a phone up to this icon when directed to by service center personnel, to help diagnose problems with the oven when calling for service.

Display

The display includes a clock and shows the time of day, cooking time settings, and cooking functions selected.

Sensor Cook

Touch this key to cook bacon, fresh vegetables, frozen entrees, frozen vegetables, oatmeal, potatoes, and rice.

Sensor Reheat

Touch this key to reheat beverages, casseroles, dinner plates, pie, and pizza.

Sensor Popcorn

Touch this key to pop popcorn.

Defrost

Touch this key to select food type and defrost food by weight.

Power Level

The microwave oven is equipped with 10 power levels for maximum flexibility and control over cooking. The Microwave Power Levels section contains suggestions for which power level to use when preparing various foods.

Cook Time

Touch this key to manually set a desired cook time.

Timer On/Off

Touch this key to set a kitchen timer.

More / Less

Set cooking time and weight. Lengthen or shorten the cooking time at any point by pressing the key. (Not available in Defrost mode.)

STOP / Clear

Touch this key to stop the oven or to clear all entries except time of day.

START / Enter

Touch this key to start a function, accept selections, or resume cooking if the door was opened or the STOP button was pressed once.

Pressing START without setting a cook time activates the Quick Start feature. Each press of the START button adds 30 seconds to the cooking time.

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS

Microwave Cookware Guide

Use Do Not Use

OVENPROOF GLASS

(treated for high intensity heat): utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles and bowls without metallic trim.

CHINA:

bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without metallic trim.

PLASTIC:

Plastic wrap (as a cover)- lay the plastic wrap loosely over the dish and press it to the sides.

Vent plastic wrap by turning back one edge slightly to allow excess steam to escape. The dish should be deep enough so that the plastic wrap will not touch the food. As the food heats it may melt the plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food.

Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer containers and plastic bags only for short cooking time. Use these with care

because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food.

PAPER:

Paper towels, waxed paper, paper napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or design. Look for the manufacturer's label for use in the microwave oven.

METAL CONTAINERS:

Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Also avoid metal skewers, thermometers, or foil trays. Metal containers can cause arcing, which can damage the microwave oven.

METAL DECORATION:

Metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc. The metal trim interferes with normal cooking and may damage the oven.

ALUMINUM FOIL:

Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings. Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the side walls and door of the oven.

WOOD:

Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven. Baskets react in the same way.

TIGHTLY COVERED COOKWARE:

Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered containers. Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other food items before cooking. Tightly closed pouches could explode.

BROWN PAPER:

Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb too much heat and could burn.

Note:

Do not use recycled paper products in the microwave oven. They sometimes contain impurities that cause arcing and sparking.

FLAWED OR CHIPPED UTENSILS:

Any container that is cracked, flawed, or chipped may break in the oven.

METAL TWIST TIES:

Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags. They become hot and could cause a fire.

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS

Microwave-Safe Cookware

Never use metal or metal trimmed cookware when using microwave function

Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce off any metal object in the oven and cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that resembles lightning. Most heat resistant non-metallic cookware is safe for use in your oven. However, some may contain materials that render it unsuitable as microwave cookware. If you have any doubts about a particular container, there's a simple way to find out if it can be used in the microwave.

Testing Cookware before Use

Place the container in question next to a glass bowl filled with water inside the oven. Microwave at HIGH power for 1 minute. If the water heats up but the container remains cool to the touch, the container is microwave-safe.

However, if the water does not change temperature but the container becomes warm, microwaves are being absorbed by the container and it is not safe for use in the microwave oven. See the following list for tips on using common items when microwave cooking.

Tableware

Many dishes are microwave-safe. If in doubt consult the manufacturer's literature or perform the microwave test. Do not put plates with painted decoration in the oven, as the paint may contain metal and cause arcing.

Glassware

Glassware that is heat-resistant is microwave-safe. This includes all brands of oven tempered glass cookware.

Do not use delicate glassware, such as tumblers or wine glasses, as these might shatter as when heated.

Paper

Paper plates and containers are convenient and safe to use in the microwave oven, 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. In general, avoid colored paper products as the color may run. Some recycled paper products may contain impurities which could cause arcing or fires when used in the microwave.

Plastic Cooking Bags

Provided they are made specially for cooking, cooking bags are microwave safe. Remember to make a slit in the bag so that steam can escape. Never use ordinary plastic bags for cooking in the microwave oven, as they will melt and rupture.

Plastic Microwave Cookware

A variety of shapes and sizes of microwave cookware are available. You may be able to use items you already have on hand rather than investing in new kitchen equipment.

Pottery, Stoneware, and Ceramic

Many containers made of these materials are microwave-safe, but test them before use.

CAUTION

•Some items with high lead or iron content are not suitable for microwave cooking.

•Cookware should be checked to ensure that it is suitable for use in the microwave.

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Plastic Storage Containers

Use these only for quick reheating of food. Do not use them when cooking food for long periods or at high power levels, as the hot food will eventually warp or melt the plastic.

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS

Microwave Cooking Tips

Keeping an Eye on Things

Always watch your food while it cooks. The light inside the microwave oven turns on automatically when the oven is cooking so you can monitor the cooking process. Directions given in recipes to elevate, stir, and the like should be thought of as the minimum steps recommended. If the food seems to be cooking unevenly, simply make the necessary adjustments you think appropriate to correct the problem.

Factors Affecting Microwave Cooking Times

Many factors affect cooking times. The temperature of ingredients used in a recipe makes a big difference in cooking times. For example, a cake made with ice-cold butter, milk, and eggs will take considerably longer to bake than one made with ingredients that are at room temperature. Some recipes, particularly those for bread, cake, and custards, recommend that food be removed from the oven when they are slightly undercooked.

This is not a mistake. When allowed to stand, usually covered, these foods will continue to cook outside of the oven as the heat trapped within the outer portions of the food gradually travels inward. If the food is left in the oven until it is cooked all the way through, the outer portions will become overcooked or even burnt. Practice will improve your ability to estimate both cooking and standing times for various foods.

Density of Food

Light, porous food such as cakes and breads cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods such as roasts and casseroles. You must take care when microwaving porous food so that the outer edges do not become dry and brittle.

Height of Food

The upper portion of tall foods, particularly roasts, will cook more quickly than the lower portion.

Therefore, it is wise to turn tall food several times during cooking.

Moisture Content of Food

Because the heat generated from microwaves causes moisture to evaporate, relatively dry food such as roasts and some vegetables should either be sprinkled with water prior to cooking or covered to retain moisture.

Bone and Fat Content of Food

Bones conduct heat and fat cooks more quickly than meat. Care must be taken when cooking bony or fatty cuts of meat in order to prevent unevenly cooked or overcooked meat.

Quantity of Food

The number of microwaves in your oven remains constant regardless of how much food is being cooked. Therefore, the more food you place in the oven, the longer the required cooking time. Remember to decrease cooking times by at least one third when halving a recipe.

Shape of Food

Microwaves penetrate only about 3/4 of an inch (2 cm) into food. The interior portion of thick foods is cooked as the heat generated on the outside travels inward. Only the outer edge of food is cooked by microwave energy; the rest is cooked by conduction. The worst possible shape for a food that is to be microwaved is a thick square.

The corners will burn long before the center is even warm. Round thin foods and ring-shaped foods cook most successfully in the microwave.

Covering

A cover traps heat and steam which causes food to cook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave cling film with a corner folded back to prevent splitting.

Covering with Parchment Paper

Parchment paper (not waxed paper) is microwave safe. Because it makes a looser cover than a lid or clingfilm, greaseproof paper allows the food to dry out slightly.

Stirring

Stirring is one of the most important of all microwaving techniques. In conventional cooking, food is stirred for the purpose of blending. Microwaved food, however, is stirred in order to spread and redistribute heat. Always stir from the outside towards the centre as the outside of the food heats first.

Placing Thicker Portions Facing Outward

Place thicker cuts or portions of meat, poultry, and fish toward the outer edge of the baking dish so they absorb the most microwave energy and the food cooks more evenly.

MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS

Shielding

Strips of aluminium foil (which block microwaves) can be placed over the corners or edges of square and rectangular foods to prevent those portions from overcooking. Never use too much foil and make sure the foil is secured to the dish or it may cause arcing in the oven especially if the foil passes too closely to the walls of the oven during rotation.

Elevating

Thick or dense foods can be elevated so that microwaves can be absorbed by the underside and center of the foods.

Piercing

Foods enclosed in a shell, skin or membrane are likely to burst in the oven unless they are pierced prior to cooking. Such foods include yolks and whites of eggs, clams, oysters, potatoes, and other whole vegetables and fruits.

Testing if Cooked

Microwaves cook food quickly, so test food for doneness frequently. Some foods are left in the microwave until completely cooked, but most foods, including meats and poultry, should be removed from the oven while still slightly undercooked and allowed to finish cooking during standing time. The internal temperature of foods will rise between 5 °F (3 °C) and 15 °F (8 °C) during standing time.

Standing Time

Foods are often allowed to stand for 3 to 10 minutes after being removed from the oven. Usually the foods are covered during standing time to retain heat unless they are supposed to be dry in texture. Standing allows foods to finish cooking and also helps flavors blend and develop.

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. Don’t touch several pads at once.

•Do not strike the control panel with silverware, utensils, 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 Cookware Guide earlier in this section for more information.

•Do not rinse containers by placing them in water 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.

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OPERATION

This section introduces you to the basics you need to know to operate the microwave oven. Please read this information before using the oven.

CAUTION

To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not use stoneware, metal cookware, or metal rimmed cookware in the oven.

Audible Signals

Audible signals are available to guide you when setting and using the oven:

A tone will sound each time you touch a key.

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A melody signals the end of a Timer countdown.

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A melody signals the end of a cooking cycle.

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Clock

When the oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the clock defaults to the 12-hour clock mode and 12H appears in the display. You can set the time or switch to the 24-hour clock mode.

Setting the Clock Mode and Time of Day

Open the oven door.

Press + repeatedly to toggle between the 24hour (24H) and 12-hour (12H) clock mode.

Press Enter to set the clock mode.

To set the time of day, press + or – to select the

desired hour.

Press Enter to set the hour.

Press + or – to select the desired minutes.

Press Enter to finish setting the time of day.

NOTE

Press and hold + or - to quickly increase or

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decrease numbers.

You can also shut the door and use the Slide

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Touch key to set the hours and minutes.

To reset the clock mode, you must unplug

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and reconnect the power cord.

If you don't want the time of day to appear in the

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display, press the STOP/Clear button, after plugging in the oven.

To reset the time of day, press and hold Timer

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until a flashing ± appears in the display.

CAUTION

To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not run oven while it is empty.

Interrupting Cooking

Stop the oven during a cycle by opening the door. The oven stops heating and the fan stops, but the light stays on. To restart cooking, close the door and touch START.

To stop cooking and clear the remaining cook time, open the door and touch Clear.

Child Lock

Use this safety feature to lock the control panel and prevent the oven from being turned on when cleaning the oven or to prevent children from unsupervised use of the oven.

Locking the Oven

Touch and hold STOP/Clear until Loc

appears in the display and a melody sounds. (approximately 3 seconds)

Unlocking the Oven

Touch and hold STOP/Clear until Loc

disappears and a melody sounds. (approximately 3 seconds)

NOTE

If set, the time of day reappears in the display

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after 1 second.

If the oven is locked, Loc appears in the display

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when any key is touched.

Unlock the oven to resume normal use.

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OPERATION

Kitchen Timer

The Timer function serves as an extra kitchen timer. It chimes when the set time runs out. It does not start or stop cooking.

Setting the Timer

Open the oven door.

Press Clear.

Press Timer once.

10 appears in the display.

Set the desired time by pressing + or – until the

time appears in the display. (Press and hold + or shut the oven door and use the Slide Touch key to rapidly increase the time.)

Press Enter to start the timer. The countdown

appears in the display.

Canceling the Timer

Press Timer once.

The display returns to the time of day.

Slide Touch Key

Adjust numerical settings quickly using the Slide Touch key on the outside of the oven door. The + and – keys on either side of the Slide Touch key operate exactly the same as the + and - keys on the inner control panel and can also be used to quickly adjust settings.

Increasing/Decreasing Numerical Settings

Touching or pressing and holding the – button

will decrease the amount.

To increase the amount, touch the end of the

slide bar nearest the – and slowly slide your finger to the right.

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NOTE

•When the time is over a melody sounds and

End displays. Press Clear.

Touching or pressing and holding the + button

will increase the amount.

To decrease the amount, touch the end of the

slide bar nearest the + and slowly slide your finger to the left.

NOTE

•Numerical Increments:

−0~3 minutes : Time increases or decreases in 10-second increments.

−3~20 minutes : Time increases or decreases in 30-second increments.

−20~90 minutes : Time increases or decreases in 1-minute increments.

−While the microwave is cooking, the remaining time increases or decreases in 10-second increments.

•Defrost weights are increased or decreased in

0.1-lb increments.

OPERATION

Correctly Using Slide Touch Key

Press the + or – keys repeatedly to adjust

numerical settings in individual increments. Press and hold the keys to adjust numerical settings quickly in the display.

Touch Touch

Place your finger on the middle bar and swipe

right or left to increase or decrease numerical settings quickly in the display. Don't forget to press START to select the setting in the display.

If Slide Touch Key Doesn't Respond

Quick Start

The Quick Start feature allows you to set 30-second intervals of High power cooking with each touch of the START button.

Close the oven door.

Press STOP/Clear.

Press START.

•The oven will immediately start cooking for 30 seconds on high power.

•Press START repeatedly to extend the cook time by 30 seconds every time the button is pressed.

•The cook time can be extended to 99 minutes and 59 seconds.

More / Less

By using the – or + key, manual cook settings can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. Pressing + adds 10 seconds to the cooking time each time you press it. Pressing – subtracts 10 seconds from the cooking time each time you press it. The maximum cooking time possible in the manual cook mode is 99 min 59 seconds.

The Slide Touch Key may not respond to the following:

Touching outside of the sensor area for the key.

Using a fingernail or thumb.

Sliding a finger across the key too quickly.

NOTE

•Do not use a tool or device other than your finger on the Slide Touch key. Do not wear rubber or disposable gloves.

•After cleaning the touch control panel with a wet towel, dry off any remaining moisture from the touch control panel.

•If the numerical value in the display stops changing while you are pressing the + or – key, lift finger and try again.

Adjusting the Cooking Time

Close the oven door.

Press STOP/Clear.

Press START.

Press + or – to increase or decrease the

remaining time by 10 seconds.

Energy Saving

When the oven is not in use, the display turns off to save energy, unless the time of day is set to show

in the display.

OPERATION

Setting Manual Cooking Times

When not using the auto cooking functions, the cooking time and power level are set manually.

Open the oven door.

Press Clear.

Press Cook Time once.

Press + or – until the desired cooking time

appears in the display.

Press Power Level once, P-HI appears in the

display.

P-HI indicates that the power level is at 100%.

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Press – to decrease the power level in

10-percent increments, if desired.

Close the oven door.

Press START.

When cooking is complete, a chime sounds

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and "End" appears in the display window. "End" 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

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defaults to 100% power.

Microwave Power Levels

This microwave oven is equipped with 10 power levels to give you maximum flexibility and control over cooking. See the table for suggested power levels for various foods.

Microwave Power Level Chart

Power

Level

P-HI

(100 %)

P-90

P-80

P-70

P-60

P-50

Boiling water.

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Browning ground beef.

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Making candy.

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Cooking poultry pieces, fish, &

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vegetables.

Cooking tender cuts of meat.

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Reheating rice, pasta, & vegetables.

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Reheating prepared foods quickly.

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Reheating sandwiches.

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Cooking egg, milk and cheese dishes.

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Melting chocolate.

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Cooking veal.

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Cooking whole fish.

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Cooking puddings and custard.

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Cooking ham, whole poultry and

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lamb.

Cooking rib roast and sirloin tip.

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Use

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P-40

P-30

P-20

P-10

Thawing meat, poultry and seafood.

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Cooking less tender cuts of meat.

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Cooking pork chops and roasts.

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Taking chill out of fruit.

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Softening butter.

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Keeping casseroles and main dishes

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warm.

Softening butter and cream cheese.

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OPERATION

Sensor Operation Instructions

This microwave oven has sensor cooking features for convenient microwave cooking. It guides you, step by step, to reheat or cook popular food items automatically using preprogrammed settings.

Categories :

1. Sensor Cook

2. Sensor Reheat

3. Popcorn

•The Sensor system works by detecting the built up steam.

•Make sure the door remains closed.

•Opening the door or touching the STOP/Clear key before the steam is detected will stop the process and the oven.

•Before using sensor cooking, make sure the exterior of the reheating container and the interior of the oven are dry, to assure the best results.

Sensor Cook

The Sensor Cook menu has preprogrammed settings to automatically cook certain foods. Select the correct category for your item using the Sensor Cook chart on the next page, enter the amount, then press START and the oven automatically cooks the item.

Open the oven door.

Press Clear.

Press Sensor Cook repeatedly to select a food

category. For example, press until Sc-2 appears in the display to cook fresh vegetables.

Close the oven door.

Press START.

Sensor Reheat

The Sensor Reheat menu has preprogrammed settings to automatically reheat certain foods. Select the correct category for your item using the Sensor Reheat chart on page 22, enter the amount, then press START and the oven automatically reheats the item.

Sensor Cooking Guide

Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good sensor cooking results.

•Always use microwavable containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap.

•Never use tight-sealing plastic covers. They can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

•Match the amount to the size of the container. Fill containers at least half full for best results.

•Be sure the outside of the cooking container and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

Open the oven door.

Press Clear.

Press Sensor Reheat repeatedly to select a

food category. For example, press until Sr-4 appears in the display to reheat pie.

Close the oven door.

Press START.

Sensor Popcorn

The oven has a preprogrammed function to heat one

3.5 oz prepackaged microwave popcorn bag. For best results, use fresh bags of popcorn.

Example : To pop popcorn.

Open the oven door.

Press Clear.

Press Popcorn once.

PoP will show in the display.

Close the oven door.

Press START.

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