LG Electronics USA S47423A Users Manual

OPERATION 33

Baking Tips

Tips for Convection Baking

•• Baking time and temperature will vary depending on the characteristics, size, and shape of the baking pan used.

•• Check for food doneness at the minimum recipe time.

•• Use metal bakeware (with or without a nonstick finish), heatproof glass-ceramic, ceramic or other bakeware recommended for oven use.

•• Dark metal pans or nonstick coatings will cook food faster with more browning. Insulated bakeware will slightly lengthen the cooking time for most foods.

NOTE

The oven bottom has a porcelain-enamel finish. To make cleaning easier, protect the oven bottom from excessive spillovers by placing a cookie sheet on the rack below the rack you are cooking on. This is particularly important when baking a fruit pie or other foods with a high acid content. Hot fruit fillings or other foods that are highly acidic may cause pitting and damage to the porcelain-enamel surface and should be wiped up immediately.

Convection Mode

The convection system uses a fan to circulate the heat evenly within the oven. Improved heat distribution allows for even cooking and excellent results while cooking with single or multiple racks.

Setting the Convection Function (example, 375 °F)

1	Turn the oven mode knob to select the
	Conv. Bake or Conv. Roast.
2	Set the oven temperature: for example, press
	plus(+) until 375 °F appears in the display.
3	Press Start. The display shows Conv. Bake or
	Conv. Roast and the oven temperature starting

at 100 °F.

As the oven preheats, the display shows increasing temperatures in 5-degree increments. Once the oven reaches the set adjusted temperature, a tone sounds and the oven light flashes on and off. The display shows the auto converted oven temperature, 350 °F and the fan icon.

4	When cooking has finished or to cancel, turn the
	oven mode knob to the Off position.

NOTE

The oven fan runs while convection baking. The fan stops when the door is open. In some cases, the fan may shut off during a convection bake cycle.

•• Use Convection Bake for faster and more even multiple-rack cooking of pastries, cookies, muffins, biscuits, and breads of all kinds.

•• Bake cookies and biscuits on pans with no sides or very low sides to allow heated air to circulate around the food. Food baked on pans with a dark finish will cook faster.

•• If cooking on single rack, place the rack in the position suggested in the charts on the following pages. If cooking on multiple racks, place the oven racks in positions 3 and 5 (for two racks).

•• Multiple oven rack cooking may slightly increase cook times for some foods.

•• Cakes, cookies and muffins have better results when using multiple racks.

The Convection Roast feature is designed to give optimum roasting performance. Convection Roast combines cooking with the convection fan to roast meats and poultry. The heated air circulates around the food from all sides, sealing in juices and flavors. Foods are crispy brown on the outside while staying moist on the inside. Convection roasting is especially good for large tender cuts of meat, uncovered.

Tips for Convection Roasting

Use a broiler pan and grid when preparing meats for roasting. The broiler pan catches grease spills and the grid helps prevent grease splatters.

1	Place the oven rack in the position suggested in
	the charts on the following pages.
2	Place the grid in the broiler pan.
3	Place the broiler pan on the oven rack.

Grid (sold separately)

Broiler pan (sold separately)

CAUTION

•• Do not use a broiler pan without a grid.

•• Do not cover the grid with aluminum foil.

•• Position food (fat side up) on the grid.

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Recommended Baking and Roasting Guide

Baking results will be better if baking pans are centered in the oven as much as possible. If cooking on multiple racks, place the oven racks in the positions shown.

Rack and Pan Placement

B

Multiple rack baking

Rack	Rack
(Position 3)	(Position 5)

Single rack baking

Rack

Multiple rack roasting

Rack	Bottom Rack
(Position 4)	(Position B)

•• Multiple roasting helps to make more than 2 roasted foods at same time.

•• If roasting on multiple racks, place more than 2 broiler pans and 2 grids on the racks.

Baking rack guide

	Food	Rack
		position

		•• Layer cakes			4
	Cakes	•• Bundt cakes			3
		•• Angel food cake			3
		•• Sugar cookies			4
	Cookies	•• Chocolate chips			4
		•• Brownies			4
	Pizza	•• Fresh			5
		•• Frozen			5
	Pastry	•• From scratch			4
	Crust	•• Refrigerator			4
		•• Biscuit, canned			5
	Breads	•• Biscuit, from scratch			5
		•• Muffins			5
		•• Fruit crisps and			4
	Desserts	cobblers, from scratch
		•• Pies, from scratch,			4
		2-crust fruit
	Custards	•• Cheesecake,			2
		crème brulée
	Soufflés	•• Sweet or savory			2
	Casserole	•• Frozen lasagna			5
	Roasting rack guide
		Food			Rack
					position
				Rare	2
		Rib		Medium	2
				Well done	2
	Beef	Boneless		Rare	2
					2
		rib, top		Medium
		sirloin		Well done	2
		Beef		Rare	2
		tenderloin		Medium	2
		Rib			2
	Pork
		Bone-in, sirloin			2
		Ham, cooked			2
		Whole chicken			2
	Poultry
		Chicken pieces			2
		Turkey			2 or B

OPERATION 35

Broil

Smoking

The Broil function uses intense heat from the upper heating element to cook food. Broiling works best for tender cuts of meat, fish, and thinly cut vegetables.

Some models may feature a hybrid broiler consisting of an inner broiler that utilizes a carbon heating element which provides instantaneous heat, and

a traditional outer broiling element. During normal broiler operation, it is normal for either element to cycle off intermittently.

CAUTION

•• Do not use a broiler pan without a grid. Oil can cause a grease fire.

•• Do not cover the grid and broiler pan with aluminum foil. Doing so will cause a fire.

•• Always use a broiler pan and grid for excess fat and grease drainage. This will help to reduce splatter, smoke, and flare-ups.

NOTE

•• This range is designed for closed-door broiling. Close the door to set the Broil function. If the door is open, the Broil function cannot be set and door appears on the display. Close the door and reset the Broil function. Opening the door turns off the broil burner during broiling. If the door is opened during broiling, the broil burner turns off after five seconds. The broiler turns back on automatically once the door is closed.

Speed Broil

The Speed Broil setting is designed to reduce the amount of time it takes to broil foods. By utilizing the infrared broil element, which provides heat instantaneously, there is no need for preheating.

Setting the oven to Broil / Speed Broil

1	Turn the oven mode knob to select Broil or
	Speed Broil.
2	Press plus(+) or minus(-) to select Hi or Lo.
3	Press Start. The oven begins to heat.
4	Let the oven preheat for approximately five
	minutes before cooking the food if using broil.
5	Turn the oven mode knob to the Off position to
	cancel at any time or when cooking is complete.

Due to the intense heat associated with broiling, it is normal to experience smoke during the cooking process. This smoke is a natural byproduct of

searing and should not cause you to worry. If you are experiencing more smoke than you are comfortable with, use the following tips to reduce the amount of smoke in your oven.

1	Always use a broiler pan. Do not use saute pans
	or regular baking sheets for safety reasons.
2	The broiler pan should always be thoroughly
	cleaned and at room temperature at the
	beginning of cooking.
3	Always run your cooktop ventilation system or
	vent hood during broiling.
4	Keep the interior of your oven as clean as
	possible. Leftover debris from prior meals can
	burn or catch fire.
5	Avoid fatty marinades and sugary glazes. Both
	of these will increase the amount of smoke you
	experience. If you would like to use a glaze,
	apply it at the very end of cooking.
6	If you are experiencing significant smoke with
	any food item, consider:
	•• Lowering the broiler to the Lo setting.
	•• Lowering the rack position to cook the food
	further away from the broiler.
	•• Using the Hi broil setting to achieve the level of
	searing you desire, and then either switching
	to the Lo broil setting, or switching to the Bake
	function.
7	As a rule, fattier cuts of meat and fish will
	produce more smoke than leaner items.
8	Adhere to the recommended broil settings and
	cooking guidelines in the chart on the following

page whenever possible.

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Recommended Broiling Guide

The size, weight, thickness, starting temperature, and your preference of doneness will affect broiling times.

This guide is based on meats at refrigerator temperature. For best results when broiling, use a pan designed for broiling.

	Food	Quantity and/or	Rack	First Side	Second
					Side	Comments
		Thickness	Position	(minutes)
					(minutes)
	Ground Beef	1 lb. (4 patties)	7	3-6	2-4	Space evenly. For 1-4patties, use Speed Broil. For more
	Well done	1/2 to 3/4" thick				than 4 patties, use Broil.
	Beef Steaks	1" thick	7	3-5		Steaks less than 1" thick cook through before browning.
	Rare				2-4	Pan frying is recommended. Slash fat.
	Medium	1 to 11/2 lbs.	7	4-6	2-4
	Well done		7	5-7	3-5
	Rare	11/2" thick	5	7-9	4-6
	Medium	2 to 21/2 lbs.	5	9-11	6-8
	Well done		5	11-13	8-10
	Toast		7	0.5-1	0.5
	Chicken	1 whole cut up	5	8-10	4-6	Broil skin-side-down first.
		2 to 21/2 lbs., split
		lengthwise
		2 Breasts	5	8-10	5-7
	Lobster Tails	2–4	5	9-12	Do not	Cut through back of shell. Spread open. Brush with
		10 to 12 oz. each			turn over	melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling
						time.
	Fish Fillets	1/4 to 1/2" thick	6	2-4	2-4	Handle and turn very carefully. Brush with lemon butter
						before and during cooking, if desired.
	Ham Slices	1/2" thick	5	2-4	2-4	Increase time 5 to 10 minutes per side for 11/2" thick or
	(precooked)					home-cured ham.
	Pork Chops	1 (1/2" thick)	6	3-6	4-7
	Well done	2 (1" thick)	5	5-8	5-8
		about 1 lb.
	Lamb Chops	2 (1" thick) about	6
	Medium			3-5	2-5
	Well done	10 to 12 oz.	6	5-7	4-7
	Medium	2 (11/2" thick)	6	7-9	7-9
	Well done	about 1 lb.	6	9-11	7-9
	Salmon Steaks	2 (1" thick)	5	8-10	3-5	Grease pan. Brush steaks with melted butter.
		4 (1" thick)	5	9-11	4-6
		about 1 lb.

•• This guide is only for reference. Adjust cook time according to your preference.

•• For best performance, center food on rack when using Speed Broil/Broil.

				OPERATION 37
	Tips for Broiling	Warm
	Beef	This function will maintain an oven temperature of
	•• Steaks and chops should always be allowed to rest	170 °F. The Warm function will keep cooked food
	for five minutes before being cut into and eaten.	warm for serving up to three hours after cooking has
	This allows the heat to distribute evenly through the	finished. The Warm function may be used without any
	food and creates a more tender and juicy result.	other cooking operations.
	•• Pieces of meat that are thicker than two inches
	should be removed from the refrigerator 30 minutes	Setting the Warm Function
	prior to cooking. This will help them cook more	1 Turn the oven mode knob to select Warm.
	quickly and evenly, and will produce less smoke
	when broiling. Cooking times will likely be shorter
	than the times indicated in the Broiling Chart.	2 Press Start.
	•• For bone-in steaks or chops that have been
	frenched (all meat removed from around the bone),	3	Turn the oven mode knob to the Off position
	wrap the exposed sections of bone in foil to reduce
	burning.		when warming is finished.
	Seafood		NOTE
		•• The Warm function is intended to keep food
	•• When broiling skin-on fish, always use the Lo broil
			warm. Do not use it to cool food down.
	setting and always broil the skin side last.	•• It is normal for the fan to operate during the
	•• Seafood is best consumed immediately after
			Warm function.
	cooking. Allowing seafood to rest after cooking can
	cause the food to dry out.

•• It is a good idea to rub a thin coating of oil on the surface of the broiling pan before cooking to reduce sticking, especially with fish and seafood. You can also use a light coating of non-stick pan spray.

Vegetables

•• Toss your vegetables lightly in oil before cooking to improve browning.

Proof

This feature maintains a warm oven for rising yeast leavened products before baking.

Setting the Proof Function

1	Use rack position 2 or 3 for proofing.
2	Turn the oven mode knob to select Proof.
3	Press Start.
4	Turn the oven mode knob to the Off position
	when proofing is finished.

NOTE

•• To avoid lowering the oven temperature and lengthening proofing time, do not open the oven door unnecessarily. Check bread products early to avoid over proofing.

•• Do not use the proofing mode for warming food or keeping food hot. The proofing oven temperature is not hot enough to keep foods at safe temperatures. Use the Warm feature to keep food warm. Proofing does not operate when the oven is above 125 °F. Hot shows in the display.

•• It is normal for the fan to operate during the Proof function.

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Speed Roast

The Speed Roast feature is designed to quickly roast poultry. The combination of intense heat from the upper heating element and heated air from the back heating element result in crispier food and help to save cooking time. Speed roasting is especially good for medium sized poultry.

NOTE

•• The recommended cook time is 60-65 minutes for a whole chicken weighing 3.3 lb.

•• Adjust the cook time according to the weight of the poultry.

•• Place the oven rack in position 2.

•• Speed Roast is designed to reduce the cooking time. There is no need for preheating.

•• This function is optimized for poultry, so the temperature of Speed Roast cannot be changed.

•• It is normal for the fan to operate during the Speed Roast function.

Setting the Speed Roast Function

1	Put food in the oven.
2	Turn the oven mode knob to select
	Speed Roast. The display shows Roast Speed.
3	Press Start.

Meat Probe

The meat probe accurately measures the internal temperature of meat, poultry and casseroles. It should not be used during broiling, self clean, warming or proofing. Always unplug and remove the meat probe from the oven when removing food. Before using, insert the probe into the center of the thickest part of the meat or into the inner thigh or breast of poultry, away from fat or bones. Place food in the oven and connect the meat probe to the jack. Keep the probe as far away from heat sources as possible.

Setting the Meat Probe Function (example for Roast 375 °F with Probe temp. 160 °F)

1 Insert the meat probe into the meat.

Setting the Probe Temperature

1	Select cook mode. Turn the oven mode knob to
	select Conv. Roast.
2	Set the oven temperature: press plus(+) or
	minus(-) until 375 °F appears in the display.
3	Press Probe.
4	Set the probe temperature: press plus(+) or
	minus(-) until 160 °F appears in the display.
5	Press Start.

The default probe temperature is 150 °F (65 °C), but can be changed to any temperature between

80 °F (27 °C) and 210 °F (100 °C). The display shows the changing probe temperature. When the set probe temperature is reached, the oven shuts off automatically.

Changing the Probe temperature while cooking

1 Press Probe.

2 Set the probe temperature.

3 Press Start.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Turn the oven mode knob to the Off position to cancel the Meat Probe function at any time. To avoid breaking the probe, make sure food is completely defrosted before inserting.

CAUTION

•• Always use an oven mitt to remove the temperature probe. Do not touch the broil element. Failure to obey this caution can result in severe personal injury.

•• To avoid damage to the meat probe, Do not use tongs to pull on the probe when removing it.

•• Do not store the meat probe in the oven.

2	Connect the meat probe to the jack.
3	The meat probe icon flashes in the display if the
	meat probe is properly connected.

OPERATION 39

Recommended Probe Temperature Chart		Operating the Warming
Doneness	Probe Temp.	Drawer
Beef, Lamb and Veal
Rare	130 °F (54 °C)
Medium Rare	140 °F (60 °C)
Medium	150 °F (66 °C)
Well Done	160 °F (71 °C)
Pork
Well Done	170 °F (77 °C)
Poultry
Breast, Well Done	170 °F (77 °C)
Thigh, Well Done	180 °F (82 °C)
Stuffing, Well Done	165 °F (74 °C)

Remote Start

If the appliance is registered on a home Wi-Fi network, this function starts or stops the pre-heating function of the appliance. Follow the instructions on page 38 to register the appliance on the network.

Set the oven mode knob to the Remote Start position to use the function.

Setting Remote Start

1	Open the oven door to make sure the oven is
	empty and ready for pre-heating. Do not place
	food in the oven. Close the oven door.
2	Within 30 seconds of closing the door, turn the
	oven mode knob to select Remote Start.
3	When ON appears in the display, the Remote
	Start function is ready to use.
4	Follow the directions in the smart phone app to
	set Remote Start times.

NOTE

Remote Start is disconnected in the following situations:

•• Remote Start is never set up in the smart phone app.

•• The Remote Start status is “ready.”

•• Remote Start experiences a problem during operation.

The Warming Drawer keeps hot cooked foods at serving temperature.

All food placed in the Warming Drawer should be covered with an oven-safe lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality. Do not place foil on bottom or sides of drawer. Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the drawer and be very difficult to clean. Use only utensils and cookware recommended for oven use in the Warming Drawer.

Setting the Warming Drawer Control

1	Press Warming Drawer Set/Off. The indicator
	light will flash. (If no further buttons are pressed
	within 25 seconds, the display will clear.)
2	Use the plus(+) or minus(-) button to set the
	power level:		for Low,		for Medium, and
	for High.
3	When the food is ready, or to cancel, press
	Warming Drawer Set/Off.

NOTE

•• The Warming Drawer shuts off automatically after three hours.

•• Do not heat cold food in the Warming Drawer.

•• Do not use pans or utensils with rough finishes in the Warming Drawer. Doing so can leave scratches on the inner drawer surfaces.

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Warming Drawer food/power level recommendations

	Setting			Food Item
				•• Vegetables
				•• Rice
	Low			•• Pasta
				•• Breakfast pastries (coffee cake,
	140°F (60°C)
				muffins)
				•• Dinner rolls
				•• Plates of food
				•• Heat-sensitive foods* (pancakes,
				pizza, eggs)
	Medium			•• Meat* (if warming for 1-2 hours)
				•• Smaller casseroles
	160°F (71°C)
				•• Bacon or sausage
				•• Warming empty ovenproof plates
				or serving dishes
	High			•• Meat* (if warming for less than an
	180°F (82°C)			hour)
				•• Large casseroles

*Do not warm heat-sensitive foods for longer than 20 minutes.

Do not put thin cuts of meat in the warming drawer as they will dry out.

Different types of food may be placed in the warming drawer at the same time. For best results, do not leave food in the warming drawer for more than one hour. Do not leave smaller quantities or heat-sensitive food, such as eggs, in the warming drawer more than 30 minutes. The maximum operating time is three hours.

CAUTION

•• Do not use the warming drawer for storage of racks, broiler pans, insert pans, plates, or utensils. The warming drawer contains a

heating element which may damage any items not specifically designed to be used with it and should only be used to store cookware specifically supplied by LG with your range.

•• Do not put food or foil directly on the surface or base of the warming drawer. This may result in damage to your drawer and may spoil your food.

•• Do not place plastic wrap in the warming drawer or use it to cover food being heated in the warming drawer. Plastic may melt onto the drawer or surrounding areas and is very difficult to remove. Use only aluminum foil or

cookware that is capable of withstanding baking temperature to heat or cover your food.

•• Do not use the warming drawer to heat water or any other liquids. Spilled liquids may cause an electrical short or result in severe personal injury, electric shock or death.

•• Never place plastics, paper, canned foods or other combustible material into the warming drawer. These items pose a severe risk of fire, damage and injury.

•• In the unlikely event that an item falls behind the warming drawer, always turn the power off and wait for the warming drawer to cool before retrieving the item. Never attempt to retrieve any items that fall behind the warming drawer without first turning the power off and ensuring the warming drawer cavity has cooled off. Failure to do so may result in severe personal injury, electric shock or death.

•• Do not touch the surface of the warming drawer while it is in operation. Use oven mitts or hot pads when inserting or removing food to avoid burns or other injury.

•• Do not leave food in the warming drawer for longer than one hour. Eating food which has been heated for too long at low temperatures can lead to food-borne illnesses.

SMART FEATURES 41

SMART FUNCTIONS

Application Installation

Search for the LG Smart Oven application from the Google Play Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download and install the application.

Product Registration

1	Run the LG Smart Oven application on a smart
	phone.
2	Create an account and sign in.
3	Select Register.
4	Select Oven.
5	Follow the instructions on the smart phone to
	register the appliance and connect it to a Wi-Fi
	network.
	•• To verify the Wi-Fi connection, check the Wi-Fi
	icon	on the control panel is lit.

NOTE

•• LG Electronics is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.

•• The machine supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks only.

•• If the appliance is having trouble connecting to the Wi-Fi network, it may be too far from the router. Purchase a Wi-Fi repeater (range extender) to improve the Wi-Fi signal strength.

•• The Wi-Fi connection may not connect or may be interrupted because of the home network environment.

•• The network connection may not work properly depending on the internet service provider.

•• The surrounding wireless environment can make the wireless network service run slowly.

•• This information is current at the time of publication. The application is subject to change for appliance improvement purposes without notice to users.

•• Depending on your wifi connection, you may Experience delays with app.

Using the Wi-Fi Function

Communicate with the appliance from a smart phone using the convenient smart features.

Using the Application

1	Select the appliance in the application and
	connect it to a Wi-Fi network.
2	Select the menu on the upper right side to
	access settings and features.

Cleaning

This function helps you to check the energy efficiency, Usage and guide of EasyClean®.

Smart Diagnosis™

This function provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance based on the pattern of use.

Settings

Allows you to set various options on the oven and in the Application.

Monitoring

This function helps you recognize the current status, remaining time, cook settings and end time on the screen.

Push Alerts

Turn on the Push Alerts to receive appliance status notifications.

The notifications are triggered even if the LG Smart Oven application is off.

Timer

You can set the timer from the application.

IMPORTANT : Features could be added or deleted when the LG Smart Oven application is updated. Data saved on the LG Smart Oven application could be deleted when the application is updated or your smart phone is changed.

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Open Source Software Notice Information

To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.

LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to [e-mail]. This offer is valid for three

(3) years from the date on which you purchased the product.

Wireless LAN Module (LCW-003) Specifications

Frequency Range	2412~2462 MHz
	IEEE 802.11 b : 17.56 dBm
Output Power (max.)	IEEE 802.11 g : 25.53 dBm
	IEEE 802.11 n : 25.29 dBm

FCC Notice

The following notice covers the transmitter module contained in this product.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and also Part 18 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 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 measures:

•• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

•• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15, Part 18 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1)this device may not cause harmful interference and

2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure

Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm (7.8 inches) between the antenna and your body. Users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

MAINTENANCE 43

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the Glass-Ceramic

Cooktop

CAUTION

•• Do not use scrub pads or abrasive cleaning pads. They may damage your cooktop surface.

•• For your safety, wear an oven mitt or pot holder while using a scraper on the hot cooking surface.

•• Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the cleaning cream label.

Use ceramic cooktop cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as effective or may scratch, damage or stain the cooktop surface.

To maintain and protect the surface of the glass cooktop, follow these steps:

1	Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean
	it with a ceramic cooktop cleaner. This helps
	protect the top and makes cleanup easier.
2	Use ceramic cooktop cleaner daily to help keep
	the cooktop looking new.
3	Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a few
	drops of cleaner directly to the cooktop.
4	Use a paper towel to clean the entire cooktop
	surface.
5	Rinse with clear water and use a dry cloth or
	paper towel to remove all cleaning residue.

NOTE

Do not heat the cooktop until it has been cleaned thoroughly.

IMPORTANT

If any sugar or food containing sugar (preserves, ketchup, tomato sauce, jellies, fudge, candy, syrups, chocolate) spills, or plastic or foil melts on the cooktop, remove the molten material IMMEDIATELY with a metal razor scraper (it will not damage the decorated cooking surface) while the cooking surface is still hot to avoid the risk of damage to the glass-ceramic surface. For your safety, please use an oven mitt or pot holder while scraping the hot cooking surface.

Burned-On Residue

1 While the cooktop is still hot, remove any burnt on deposits or spilled food from the glass-ceramic cooking surface with a suitable metal razor scraper. (Similar to scraping paint off of a windowpane, it will not damage the decorated cooking surface.) Hold the scraper at an approximate 30° angle to the cooktop.

NOTE

•• Do not use a dull or nicked blade.

•• To prevent burns, wear an oven mitt or pot holder while using the metal scraper.

2 When the cooking surface has cooled down, apply a few dabs (about the size of a dime) of an approved cleaner in each burner area and work the cleaning cream over the cooktop surface with a damp paper towel.

NOTE

Approved cleaners

•• Weiman Cooktop Cleaning Cream (www.weiman.com)

•• Cerama Bryte (www.ceramabryte.com)

•• Golden Ventures Cerama Bryte

•• Easy-Off 3 in 1 Glass Top Cleaner Spray (www.easyoff.us)

3	Rinse with clean water and wipe the cooktop
	surface with a clean, dry paper towel.

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Metal Marks and Scratches EasyClean®

1	Be careful not to slide pots and pans across the
	cooktop. Doing so will leave metal markings on
	the cooktop surface.
2	To help remove these marks, use a ceramic
	cooktop cleaner with a cleaning pad for ceramic

cooktops.

CAUTION

Cookware with rough or uneven bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface.

•• Do not slide metal or glass across the cooktop surface.

•• Do not use cookware with any dirt build-up on the bottom.

LG’s EasyClean® enamel technology provides two cleaning options for the inside of the range. The EasyClean® feature takes advantage of LG’s new enamel to help lift soils without harsh chemicals, and it runs using ONLY WATER for just 10 minutes in low temperatures to help loosen LIGHT soils before hand-cleaning.

While EasyClean® is quick and effective for small and LIGHT soils, the Self Clean feature can be used to remove HEAVY, built up soils. The intensity and high heat of the Self Clean cycle may result in smoke which will require the opening up of windows to provide ventilation. Compared to the more intense Self Clean process, your LG oven gives you the

option of cleaning with LESS HEAT, LESS TIME, and virtually NO SMOKE OR FUMES.

When needed, the range still provides the self clean option for longer, more thorough oven cleaning for heavier, built up soils.

Benefits of EasyClean®

•• Helps loosen light soils before hand-cleaning

•• EasyClean® only uses water; no chemical cleaners

•• Makes for a better self-clean experience

-Delays the need for a self-clean cycle

-Minimizes smoke and odors

-Can allow shorter self-clean time

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	When to Use EasyClean®
	Suggested	Example of Oven Soiling	Soil Pattern	Types of	Common Food Items
	Cleaning Method			Soils	That Can Soil Your Oven

	Small drops or	Cheese
		or other	Pizza
	spots
		ingredients
	EasyClean®		Steaks, broiled
	Light splatter	Fat/grease	Fish, broiled
			Meat roasted at low
			temperatures
	Medium to	Fat/grease	Meat roasted at high
	heavy splatter		temperatures
		Filling or
	Self Clean*	sugar based	Pies
		soils
	Drops or spots
		Cream or
		tomato	Casseroles
		sauce

* The Self Clean cycle can be used for soil that has been built up over time.

Cleaning Tips

•• Allow the oven to cool to room temperature before using the EasyClean® cycle. If your oven cavity is above 150 °F (65 °C), Hot will appear in the display, and the EasyClean® cycle will not be activated until the oven cavity cools down.

•• A plastic spatula can be used as a scraper to scrape off any chunks or debris before and during oven cleaning.

•• Using the rough side of a non-scratch scouring pad may help to take off burnt-on stains better than a soft sponge or towel.

•• Certain non-scratch scrubbing sponges, such as those made of melamine foam, available at your local stores, can also help improve cleaning.

•• The range should be level to ensure that the bottom surface of the oven cavity is entirely covered by water at the beginning of the EasyClean® cycle.

•• For best results, use distilled or filtered water. Tap water may leave mineral deposits on the oven bottom.

•• Soil baked on through several cooking cycles will be more difficult to remove with the EasyClean® cycle.

•• Do not open the oven door during the EasyClean® cycle. Water will not get hot enough if the door is opened during the cycle.

•• For hard to reach areas such as the back surface of the oven, it is better to use the Self Clean cycle.

EasyClean® Instruction Guide

1	Remove oven racks and accessories from the
	oven.
2	Scrape off and remove any burnt-on debris with
	a plastic scraper.
	Suggested plastic scrapers:
	•• Hard plastic spatula
	•• Plastic pan scraper
	•• Plastic paint scraper
	•• Old credit card
3	Fill a spray bottle with 1¼ cups (10 oz or 300 ml)
	of water and use the spray bottle to thoroughly
	spray the inside surfaces of the oven.
4	Use at least ¼ cup (2 oz or 60 ml) of the water
	to completely saturate the soil on both the walls

and in the corners of the oven.

ENGLISH