LG V1742TABB User Manual

QUICK USE & CARE

Microwave Oven

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When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

Death or serious injury can result from failure to follow these instructions To reduce the risk of burns, electric shocks, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

nRead and follow the specific precautions in the PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY section.

nUse this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.

nThis microwave should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

INSTALLATION

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

—This­ appliancemustbegrounded.Connectonlytoaproperly grounded outlet. See the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS section in this guide.

—This­ microwaveovenisULlistedforinstallationoverboth gas (less than 60,000 BTU) and electric ranges.

—This­ unitissuitableforuseabovegasorelectriccooking equipment, 36” or less wide.

—Do­ notoperatethisapplianceifithasadamagedpower cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

­— ­Keeppowercordawayfromheatedsurfaces.

­— ­Donotletpowercordhangoveredgeoftableorcounter.

—­ Do­ notimmersepowercordorpluginwater.

­— ­Donotblockorcoveranyopeningsontheappliance.

—­ Do­ notstorethisapplianceoutdoors.Donotusethis productnearwater—forexample,inawetbasement, near a swimming pool, near a sink or in similar location.

— ­Donotmountthisapplianceoverasink.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE OVEN CAVITY

—Donotovercookfood.Carefullyattendappliancewhen paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking.

—­ Removewiretwist-tiesandmetalhandlesfrompaperor plastic containers before placing them in the oven.

—­ Donotstoreanymaterials,otherthanourrecommended accessories, in this oven when not in use. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use. Microwave rack should be removed from oven when not in use.

­—Ifmaterialsinsidetheovenignite,keeptheovendoor closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

—­ Donotoperatethemicrowavewithoutfoodintheoven.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS

—Be­­ carefulwhenopeningcontainersofhotfood. Usepot holders and direct steam away from face and hands.

—Vent,­­ pierce,orslitcontainers,pouches,orplasticbagsto prevent build-up of pressure.

—­ Be­­ carefulwhentouchingtheturntable,door,orwallsof the oven which may become hot during use.

—Liquids­ andcertainfoodsheatedinthemicrowaveoven can present a risk of burn when removing them from the microwave. The potential for a burn is greater in young children, who should not be allowed to remove hot items from the microwave.

OPERATING AND CLEANING

—As­ withanyappliance,closesupervisionisnecessary when used by children.

—Do­ notstoreanythingdirectlyontopofthemicrowave surface when the microwave oven is in operation.

—Oversized­ foodoroversizedmetalcookwareshouldnot be used in a microwave/convection oven because they increase the risk of electric shock and could cause a fire.

—Do­ notcleanwithmetalscouringpads.Piecescanburn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock.

—Do­ notusepaperproductsinovenwhenapplianceis operated in any cooking mode except microwave only.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

OPERATING AND CLEANING (Continued)

―Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers―for example, closed jars―are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven.

―Do not cover the microwave rack or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the microwave/convection oven.

―Cook meat and poultry thoroughly―meatto at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness.

―Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used.in compliance with cookware manufacturers’ recommendations.

―It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. Use only mild, nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

SUPERHEATED WATER

Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea, are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. 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 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 halfwaythrough 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.

USE OF THE MICROWAVE RACK ACCESSORY

―Remove the microwave rack from the oven when not in use.

―Use pot holders when handling the microwave rack and cookware. They may be hot.

―Be sure that the microwave rack is positioned properly inside the oven to prevent product damage.

		WARNING	To prevent risk of electric shock, follow these instructions:
	 Plug microwave into a		grounded 3-prong outlet.	Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the
	 Do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter.			grounding instructions are not completely understood,
	 Do not use an extension cord.			or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly
	Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk			grounded.
	of electric shock.			A short power-supply is provided to reduce the risks
	This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an
				resulting from becoming entangled or tripping over a longer
	electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric
				cord. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If
	shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
				the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or
	This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a
				service technician install an outlet near the appliance.
	grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must
	be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
	grounded.
		VENT FAN
		The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions.		 Use care when cleaning the vent fan filters. Corrosive
		Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of		cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may
		accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use.		damage the filters.
		 Clean the underside of the microwave often. Do not allow		 When preparing flaming foods under the microwave, turn
		grease to build up on the microwave or the fan filters.		the fan on.
		 In the event of a grease fire on the surface units below		 Never leave surface units beneath your microwave
		the microwave oven, smother a flaming pan on the		oven unattended at high heat settings. Boilovers cause
		surface unit by covering the pan completely with a lid, a		smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite and spread
		cookie sheet or a flat tray.		if the microwave vent fan is operating. To minimize
				automatic fan operation, use adequate sized cookware

and use high heat on surface units only when necessary.

PACEMAKERS

Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.

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