LG S124ZHA Users manual

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears.com

Models/Modelos 721.62252

721.62253

721.62259

MICROWAVE OVEN

Use and Care Guide

HORNO DE MICROONDAS

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

P/NO.: 3828W5A2593

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON MICROWAVE OVEN

For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it free of charge.

FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE MAGNETRON

For five years from the date of purchase, if the magnetron in this Kenmore microwave oven fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it free of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For warranty service, return the microwave to your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center in the United States. For the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center, call

1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A.

WARRANTY......................................................... 2

SAFETY ............................................................ 3-4

Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure

To Excessive Microwave Energy........................ 3

Grounding Instructions........................................ 3

Important Safety Instructions.............................. 4

UNDERSTANDING YOUR

MICROWAVE OVEN......................................... 5-8

Specifications...................................................... 5

Installation........................................................... 5

Parts And Accessories........................................ 6

Control Panel...................................................... 6

Cookware Guide................................................. 7

Tips For Microwave Cooking.............................. 8

Cleaning.............................................................. 8

USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ............... 9-18

Clock................................................................... 9

Kitchen Timer...................................................... 9

Child Lock........................................................... 9

Master Protection Agreements ......................... 44

Quick Touch Sensor Operation Instruction....... 10

Potato ............................................................... 10

Quick Touch Sensor Table ................................ 11

Reheat............................................................... 11

Reheat Table..................................................... 11

Auto Cook......................................................... 12

Auto Cook Table ............................................... 12

Add Minute........................................................ 12

Option ............................................................... 13

Option Function Table....................................... 13

Auto Defrost ...................................................... 14

Express Defrost................................................ 14

Auto Defrost Table............................................ 15

Timed Cooking.................................................. 15

Multi-Stage Cooking ......................................... 16

Microwave Power Levels.................................. 16

Cooking Tips................................................ 17-18

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................. 19-21

Questions And Answers .............................. 19-20

Before Calling For Service................................ 21

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SAFETY

• 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 interlock.

• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:

– door (bent) – hinges and latches (broken or loosened) – door seals and sealing surfaces.

• Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door, or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

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

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ...

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded! If an electrical short circuit occurs, 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.

Put the plug into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING

If you use the grounding plug improperly, you risk electric shock.

Ask a qualified electrician or the Sears Service Department if you do not understand the grounding instructions or if you wonder whether the appliance is properly grounded.

This appliance has a short power supply cord to reduce the risk of anyone’s tripping over or becoming entangled in the cord. You may use an extension cord if you are careful.

If you use an extension cord, be sure that:

NOTE: This oven draws 14 amperes at 120 Volts, 60 Hz.

• The extension cord has the same electrical rating as the appliance.

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

• The extension cord is a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

• The extension cord does not drape over a countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

• The electrical cord is dry and not pinched or crushed in any way.

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SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive

microwave energy:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

1. Read all the instructions before using your oven.

2. Do not allow children to use this oven without close supervision!

3. Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3.

4. Do not tamper with the built – in safety switches on the oven door! The oven has several built-in

safety switches to make sure the power is off when the door is open.

5. When cleaning the door and the surfaces that touch the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents and a sponge or soft cloth.

6. If your oven is dropped or damaged, have it

thoroughly checked by a qualified service technician before using it again.

7. To avoid a fire hazard: a) Do not severely overcook foods. It can cause a

fire in the oven.

b) Do not use recycled paper products in your

oven. They can contain particles that can

cause arcing or may ignite.

c) Do not overcook potatoes. Overcooking

could cause a fire.

d) Do not store combustible items (bread,

cookies, etc.) in the oven, because if lightning strikes the power lines, it may cause the oven to turn ON.

e) Do not use wire twist-ties in the oven. Be

sure to remove them before placing the item in the oven.

f) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.

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

8. If a fire should start: a) Keep the oven door closed. b) Turn the oven off. c) Disconnect the power cord or shut off the

power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

9. Do not use this oven for commercial purposes.

This microwave is made for household use only.

10. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with

the provided installation instructions.

11. To avoid electric shock: a) This appliance must be grounded! Connect

it only to a properly grounded outlet. (See the

Grounding instructions on page 3.)

b) 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.

c) Do not immerse the electrical cord or plug

in water.

d) Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. e) This appliance should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel.

12. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to 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. This could result in very hot liquids suddenly boiling over when a spoon or other utensil is inserted into the liquid. To reduce the risk of injury to persons; 1) Do not overheat the liquid.

2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it. 3) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. 4) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

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

13. Keep the glass tray and the turntable roller rest in the oven when you are cooking.

14. Do not use the oven outdoors. Do not store the oven outdoors. Do not use this product near water.

15. Do not cover or block any openings in the oven.

16. Do not run the microwave oven empty.

17. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table

or counter.

18. Do not heat glass turntable excessively.

– Do not cook bacon directly on the glass turntable. – Do not allow the grey film on special microwave

cooking packages to touch the glass turntable. Put the package on a microwave-safe dish.

– Keep a browning dish at least

⁄16 inch above the glass turntable. If you use the browning dish incorrectly, you could break the glass turntable.

19. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges of the turntable. Chips or scratches may cause the turntable to break during use.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

SPECIFICATIONS

*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

Power Supply Rated Power Consumption Microwave Output Rated Current Overall Dimensions (WxHxD) Oven Cavity Dimensions (WxHxD) Capacity of Oven Cavity

120 V AC, 60 Hz

1,450 W

*1,100 W

12.5 A

/19˝ x 1117/20˝ x 1621/46˝

/75˝ x 910/27˝ x 15˝

1.2 Cu. Ft.

INSTALLATION

1. Remove your Kenmore microwave oven and all

packing materials from the shipping carton.

2. Place the oven on a level surface that provides at least 4 inches of space at the left, right, top, and rear sides for proper ventilation.

3. Place the turntable roller rest in the circle on the oven floor and then place the glass turntable on the top of the turntable roller rest.

NOTE: Never place the glass turntable in the oven upside down. Blocking the inlet and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.

inches

Countertop

Your oven comes with the following accessories: 1 Use and Care Guide 1 Glass Turntable 1 Turntable Roller Rest

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

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

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

4. NUMBER PADS. Touch Number Pads to enter cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.

5. COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.

6. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or

clear entries.

7. EXPRESS DEFROST.This pad provides you with the quick defrosting method for 1.0 pound frozen foods.

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

9. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer.

10. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.

11. OPTION. Touch this pad to change the oven's default

settings for sound, clock, scroll speed and Lbs/Kg.

12. POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power.

13. ADD MINUTE. Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook

power for 1 minute to 99 minute 59 seconds.

14. ST ART. Touch this pad to start all entries (except the

Quick Touch Sensor, Express Defrost, Auto Cook and Add Minute function which start automatically) and to turn Child Lock on or off.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

CONTROL PANEL

Easy-Clean

Oven Cavity

See-Through Door

Safety Interlock System

Oven Control Panel

Turntable

Roller Rest

Glass Turntable

11 12

13 14

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

USE

Ovenproof Glass

• Glass treated for use in high-intensity heat includes utility dishes, bread dishes, pie plates, cake plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles, and bowls without metallic trim.

China

• Bowls, cups, serving plates, and platters without metallic trim can be used in your oven.

Plastic

• When using plastic wrap as a cover, make sure that the dish is deep enough so the plastic wrap does not touch the food. As the food heats, it may melt the plastic wrap wherever the wrap touches the food.

• Place plastic wrap loosely over the top of the dish and secure it by pressing the wrap to the sides of the dish.

• Vent by turning back one corner of the plastic wrap. This will allow excess steam to escape.

• Use plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer containers, and plastic bags only for short time

cooking. Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food.

Paper

• Microwave-safe paper towels, waxed paper, paper napkins, and paper plates with no metallic trim or design can be used in your oven.

• Refer to the manufacturer’s label for use of any paper product in the microwave oven.

DO NOT USE

Metal Utensil

• Metal shields food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Avoid metal skewers, thermometers, or foil trays.

• Metal utensils can cause arcing, which is a discharge of electric current. Arcing can damage your microwave oven.

Metal Decoration

• Do not use metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, casserole dishes, etc.

Centura™ Tableware

• The Corning Company recommends that you do not use Centura tableware and some Corelle™ closed-handle cups for microwave cooking.

Aluminum Foil

• Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause arcing.

• Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings.

• Keep all aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the walls and door of the oven.

Wood

• Wooden bowls, boards, and baskets will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven.

Tightly Closed Containers

• Tightly closed cookware can explode. Be sure to leave an opening for steam to escape from covered cookware.

Brown Paper

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

Metal Twist Ties

• Always remove metal twist ties as they can become hot and cause a fire.

COOKWARE GUIDE

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.

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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 after you remove it from the oven. Usually, you need to cover food during standing time to retain heat. Remove most foods when they are slightly undercooked and they will finish cooking during standing time. The internal temperature of food will rise about 10 °F during standing time.

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.

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

• The turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly.

SPECIAL CARE

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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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Example: To set the clock for 10:30(AM).

Touch: Display Shows:

CLOCK

NOTE: This is a 24 hour clock. You can switch

between AM and PM by touching 1 or 2 after step 4.

ENTER TIME OF DAY

10 ::30

TOUCH START

10 ::30

AM TOUCH

PM TOUCH 2

10 ::30

TOUCH

START

ENTER TIME IN MIN

AND SEC

3 ::00

TOUCH START

You can use this safety feature to lock the control panel so that children cannot use the oven when you do not want them to and when you are cleaning the oven.

To set CHILD LOCK:

Touch: Display Shows:

CHILD LOCK

Touch and hold until LOCKED appears in the display. (approximately 4 seconds)

To cancel CHILD LOCK:

Touch: Display Shows:

Touch and hold until LOCKED disappears from the display. (approximately 4 seconds)

Time of day.

Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen timer. You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

Example: To set 3 minutes.

Touch: Display Shows:

KITCHEN TIMER

TIMER and time

counting down.

10 ::30

3 ::00

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QUICK TOUCH SENSOR OPERATION INSTRUCTION

Sensor touch cooking provides exciting new features to make microwaving easier. Sensor menu with all the popular food choices, helps you to reheat perfectly because it has been pre-programmed and can tell how long to reheat food items.

Categories:

Reheat, Potato, Rice Popcorn, Fresh Vegetable Frozen Vegetable, Frozen Entree

For most Quick Touch Sensor Cooking programs, a table with specific food examples and cooking instructions is provided in the next a few pages.

• The Sensor Touch system works by detecting a build-up of vapor.

• Make sure the door remains closed.

• Once the vapor is detected, two beeps will sound.

• Opening the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad before the vapor is detected will abort the process. The oven will stop.

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

• Room temperature should not exceed 95°F.

• Oven should be plugged in at least 5 minutes before sensor cooking.

SENSOR COOK allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels. This oven automatically determines required cooking times for each food item.

Example: To cook potato

Touch: Display Shows:

POTATO (EXAMPLE)

The oven will reheat food automatically by sensor system.

POTATO

Time of day.

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USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

QUICK TOUCH SENSOR TABLE

NOTE: If you open the door or press STOP during sensing, the process will be canceled.

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