LG ML2881CK Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

LIGHTWAVE GRILL

Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating.

ML2881CK

MFL67081904

www.lg.com

TECHNOLOGY WITH THE HUMAN TOUCH GUARANTEE

MAFF REHEATING COOKED CHILLED FOODS

NOTE

CONTENTS

How the Microwave Function Works

Microwaves are a form of energy similar to radio, television waves, and ordinary daylight. Normally, microwaves spread outwards as they travel through the atmosphere and disappear without eect. This oven, however, has a magnetron that is designed to make use of the energy in microwaves. Electricity, supplied to the magnetron tube, is used to create microwave energy.

These microwaves enter the cooking area through openings inside the oven. A tray is located inside the oven. Microwaves cannot pass through metal walls of the oven, but they can penetrate such materials as glass, porcelain and paper, the materials out of which microwave-safe cooking dishes are constructed.

Microwaves do not heat cookware, though cooking vessels will eventually get hot from the heat generated by the food.

A very safe appliance

Your Microwave oven, is one of the safest of all home appliances. When the door is opened, the oven automatically stops producing microwaves. Microwave energy is converted completely to heat when it enters food, leaving no “left over” energy to harm you when you eat your food.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USE

Unpacking & Installing

Method To Use Accessories As Per Mode

Microwaveable-Safe Utensils

Control Panel

Setting The Clock

Child Lock

Quick Start

HOW TO USE

Microwave Power Cooking

Microwave Power Level

Grill Cooking

Grill Combi Cooking

More Or Less Cooking

Chef Recipe And Guide

Auto Reheat And Guide

Crispy Reheat And Guide

Defrost & Grill And Guide

Auto Grill And Guide

Quick Defrost And Guide

Auto Defrost And Defrosting Guide

When the oven is not used, it is recommended to unplug it from the electrical socket.

FOOD CHARACTERISTICS &

MICROWAVE COOKING

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

WARNING

Important Safety InStructIonS

Please keep for future reference. Read and follow all instructions before using your oven to prevent the risk of fіre, electric shock, personal injury, or damage when using the oven. 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.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can hurt or kill you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol with either the word “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These words mean:

This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause serious bodily harm or death.

This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause bodily injury or property damage.

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o 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 oven which would involve the removal of any cover protecting against exposure to microwave energy. Do not operate the oven if the door seals and adjacent parts of the microwave oven are faulty. Repairs should only be undertaken by a qualified service technician.

• Unlike other appliances, the microwave oven 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 an electrical shock.

o not use the oven for the purpose of dehumidification. (For example: Operating the microwave oven

with wet newspapers, clothes, toys, electric devices, pet or child etc.)

• It can cause serious damage to safety which can result in a fire, burn or sudden death due to an electrical shock.

he appliance is not intended for use by young children or elderly persons. Only allow children to use

the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.

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

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

• They may get burnt.

iquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are likely to explode.

Remove the plastic wrapping from food before cooking or defrosting. Note that in some cases food should be covered with plastic film, for heating or cooking.

• They could burst.

e certain to use proper accessories on each operation mode, refer to guide page

• Improper use could result in damage to your oven and accessories, or could cause sparks and a fire.

he children should not be allowed to play with accessories or hang down from the door handle.

• They may get hurt.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

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f the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a

competent person.

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t 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.

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hen the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under

adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.

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ou cannot operate your oven with the door open due to the safety interlocks built into the door

mechanism. It is important not to tamper with the safety interlocks.

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It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy. (Safety interlocks automatically switch off any cooking activity when the door is opened.)

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o not place any object (such as kitchen towels, napkins, etc.) between the oven front face and the door

or allow food or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

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It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.

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o not operate your 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 loose), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

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It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.

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lease ensure cooking times are correctly set, small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating

time.

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Over cooking may result in the food catching on fire and subsequent damage to your oven.

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hen heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven,

Avoid using straight sided containers with narrow necks.

Do not overheat.

Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through the heating time.

After heating, let it stand in the oven 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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Be careful when handling the container. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling without evidence of bubbling. This could result in hot liquids suddenly boiling over.

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n exhaust outlet is located on the top, bottom or side of the oven. Don’t block the outlet.

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It could result in damage to your oven and poor cooking results.

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o not operate the oven when empty. It is best to leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.

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Improper use could result in damage to your oven.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

o not cook food wrapped in paper towels, unless your cook book contains instructions for the food you are cooking. And do not use newspaper in place of paper towels for cooking.

• Improper use can cause an explosion or a fire.

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o 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 microwave ovens before use.

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They may heat-up and char. Metal objects in particular may arc in the oven, which can cause serious damage.

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o not use recycled paper products.

• They may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in cooking.

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o not rinse the tray and rack by placing it in water just after cooking. This may cause breakage or damage.

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Improper use could result in damage to your oven.

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e certain to place the oven 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.

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Improper use could result in bodily injury and oven damage.

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efore cooking, pierce the skin of potatoes, apples or any such fruit or vegetables.

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They could burst.

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o not cook eggs in their shell. Eggs in their shell and whole hardboiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.

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Pressure will build up inside the egg which will burst.

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o not attempt deep fat frying in your oven.

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This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid.

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f smoke is observed, switch off or disconnect the oven from the power supply and keep the oven door

closed in order to stifle any flames.

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It can cause serious damage such as a fіre or electric shock.

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hen food is heated or cooked in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other combustible

materials, keep an eye on the oven and check it frequently.

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Your food may pour due to the possibility of container deterioration, which can also cause a re.

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he temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Do not touch the oven door, outer cabinet, rear cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes during grill mode, convection mode and auto cook operations, before clearing make sure they are not hot.

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As they become hot, there is danger of getting burnt unless wearing thick culinary gloves.

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he oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed.

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Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface. This could adversely aect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

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nly use the temperature probe recommended for this oven.

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You can not ascertain that the temperature is accurate with an unsuitable temperature probe.

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ollow 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.

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Overcooking could result in the corn catching re.

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his appliance must be earthed. The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following codes BLUE ~ Neutral BROWN ~ Live GREEN & YELLOW ~ Earth As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is colored BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or Colored BLACK. The wire which is colored BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is

marked with the letter L or colored RED. The wire which is colored GREEN & YELLOW or GREEN must

be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid potential hazards.

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Improper use may cause serious electrical damage.

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his oven should not be used for commercial catering purposes.

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Improper use could result in damage to your oven.

f the supplied flexible mains cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced using the special

mains cord part number: 6411W1A017 This appliance 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 supplying dealer or LG Electronics U.K. LTD. 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 fitted. 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 13 Amp fuse.

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Improper use may cause serious damage of safety such as a re, an electric shock.

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he microwave oven must be operated with the decorative door open if the microwave oven is placed in a cabinet.

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If the door is closed while operating, the airow will get worse possibly resulting in a fіre or damage to your oven and the cabinet.

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he connection may be achieved by having the plug accessible or by incorporating a switch in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.

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Using an improper plug or switch can cause an electric shock or re.

hould be monitored to ensure that children do not play with the device.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

he devices are not intended to be operated by an external timer or by a separate control.

nly use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

he microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet unless it has been tested in a cabinet.

his 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.Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.

he minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven.

he microwave oven is intended to be used freestanding.

he temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.

eep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

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

BEFORE USE

Rack

Rotating ring

Glass tray

CAUTION

BEFORE USE

Unpacking & Installing

By following the basic steps on these two pages you will be able to quickly check that your oven is operating correctly. Please pay particular attention to the guidelines on where to install your oven. When unpacking your oven make sure you remove all accessories and packing materials. Check to make sure that your oven has not been damaged during shipping.

1 Unpack your oven and place it on a at level surface.

2 Place the oven 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, 20 cm of space on the right and 10 cm at the rear for proper ventilation. The front of the oven should 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 oven. Blocking the outlet can damage the oven.

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THIS OVEN SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR COMMERCIAL CATERING PURPOSES.

3 Plug your oven into a standard household socket. Make sure your oven is the only appliance connected to the socket.

If your oven does not operate properly, unplug it from the electrical socket and then plug it back in.

4 Open your oven door by pulling the door handle. Place the rotating ring inside the oven and place the glass tray on top.

5 Fill a microwaveable-safe container with 300 ml (1/2 pint) of water.

Place on the glass tray and close the oven door. If you have any doubts about what type of container to use please refer to Page 10.

BEFORE USE

Press the STOP/CLEAR button, and press the START/QUICK START button

once to set 30 seconds of cooking time.

7 The DISPLAY will count down from 30 seconds.

When it reaches 0 it will sound BEEPS. Open the oven door and test the temperature of the water. If your oven is operating the water should be warm.

Be careful when removing the container it may be hot.

YOUR OVEN IS NOW INSTALLED

8 The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before

consumption in order to avoid burns.

Method To Use Accessories As Per Mode

Microwave Grill Grill combi

Rack

Glass tray

Caution : Use accessories in accordance with cooking guides!

Acceptable

Not Acceptable

BEFORE USE

CAUTION

Microwaveable-Safe Utensils

Never use metal or metal trimmed utensils when using microwave function

Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce o any metal object in the oven and cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that resembles lightning. Most heat resistant non metallic cooking utensils are safe for use in your oven. However, some may contain materials that render them unsuitable as microwave cookware. If you have any doubts about a particular utensil, there’s a simple way to nd out if it can be used in the microwave. Place the utensil in question next to a glass bowl lled with water when using microwave function. Microwave at power HIGH 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 when using microwave function. You probably have many items on hand in your kitchen right now that can be used as cooking equipment in the microwave. Just read through the following checklist.

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 oven tempered glass cookware. However, do not use delicate glassware, such as tumblers or wine glasses, as these might shatter as the food warms.

Plastic storage containers

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 oven as hot foods will eventually warp or melt plastic containers.

Paper

Paper plates and containers are convenient and safe to use when using microwave function, 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 coloured paper products as the colour may run. Some recycled paper products may contain impurities which could cause arcing or res when used in the microwave.

Plastic cooking bags

Provided they are made specially for cooking, cooking bags are microwave safe. However, be sure to make a slit in the bag so that steam can escape. Never use ordinary plastic bags for cooking in using microwave function, as t m

elt and rupture.

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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.

Pottery, stoneware and ceramic

Containers made of these materials are usually ne for use when using microwave function, but they should be tested to be sure.

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

• Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in the microwave.

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