LCS2045***
MFL38260009
www.lg.com
OWNER’S MANUAL
MICROWAVE OVEN
PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY
BEFORE OPERATING.
Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................................
Understanding Your Microwave Oven .................................................................................................................................
Part and accessories ...........................................................................................................................................................
Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................................
Control panel .......................................................................................................................................................................
Cookware guide ..................................................................................................................................................................
Tips for microwave cooking .................................................................................................................................................
Precautions .........................................................................................................................................................................
Cleaning ..............................................................................................................................................................................
Setting Clock ......................................................................................................................................................................
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Child Lock-Out ....................................................................................................................................................................
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Utensils ...............................................................................................................................................................................
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Sensor Touch Operation Instruction ...................................................................................................................................
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Sensor Touch Cook ............................................................................................................................................................
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Sensor Touch Popcorn .......................................................................................................................................................
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Microwaving Made Easy .....................................................................................................................................................
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Auto Cook ...........................................................................................................................................................................
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Melt .....................................................................................................................................................................................
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Soften .................................................................................................................................................................................
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Auto Defrost ........................................................................................................................................................................
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Express Defrost ................................................................ ................................................................................................
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Ez ON .................................................................................................................................................................................
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Kitchen timer .......................................................................................................................................................................
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More/Less ...........................................................................................................................................................................
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ENERGY SAVING .............................................................................................................................................................. 20
Time Cooking ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Using Muti-Power Levels ................................................................................................................................................... 21
Muti-Power Setting Guide ................................................ ................................................................................................. 21
Multi-Stage Cooking ........................................................................................................................................................... 22
Cooking Tips .................................................................... ..............................................................................................
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Heating or Reheating Guide ..............................................................................................................................................
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Fresh Vegetable Table ...................................................................................................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................................................
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Questions and Answers ...................................................................................................................................................
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Before calling for service ....................................................................................................................................................
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Limited warranty .................................................................................................................................................................
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Safety .....................................................................................................................................................................................
Precaution to Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy .............................................................................. 3
Grounding Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................ 3
Important Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................
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Service Division Bldg. #3
201 James Record Rd.
Huntsville, AL 35824-0126
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 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
close properly and that there is no damage to
the:
- door (bent),
- hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
- door seals and 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
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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
and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.
WARNING
Improper grounding can result in a risk of elec-
tric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if the
grounding instructions are not completely under-
stood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appli-
ance is properly grounded, and either:
1. 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 recepta-
cle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
The marked rating of the extension cord shall
be equal to or greater than the electrical
rating of the appliance.
2. Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualified
electrician or serviceman install an outlet near
the appliance.
NOTES:
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exer-
cised in their use.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1)
the marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should 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 be
arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over accidentally.
Three-Pronged
(Grounding) Plug.
PROPERLY POLARIZED AND
GROUNDED OUTLET
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20. Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheat-
ed. 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Always stir liquid several times between reheatings.
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
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To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to
excessive microwave energy:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
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PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
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3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
See
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on page 3 of this manual .
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
5. 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.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals
or vapors 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.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
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.
9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
11. 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.
12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water .
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14. Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter .
15. 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.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper , plastic, or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
c. If materials inside the oven ignite, KEEP OVEN DOOR CLOSED, turn oven off, and disconnect the power
cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
d. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in
the cavity when not in use.
17. 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 CON-
TAINER IS DISTURBED OR 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 .
18. Avoid heating small-necked containers such as syrup bottles.
19. Avoid using corrosive and vapors, such as sulfide and chloride.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
SPECIFICATIONS
*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
MODEL
Power Supply
Rated Power Consumption
Microwave Output
Frequency
Rated Current
Overall Dimensions (W
x
H
x
D)
Oven Cavity Dimensions (W
x
H
x
D)
Capacity of Oven Cavity
120 V AC, 60 Hz
1500 W
*1100 W
2450 MHz
13.0 A
INSTALLATION
A. Circuits
For safety purposes this oven must be plugged into a
15 or 20 Amp circuit. No other electrical appliances or
lighting circuits should be on this line. If in doubt, con-
sult a licensed electrician.
B. 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. In case your
microwave oven does not perform normally in spite of
proper voltage, remove and reinsert the plug.
C. Placement of the Oven
Your 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 air flow around the oven is important. Allow at
least 4 inches of space at the top, sides, and back of
the oven for proper ventilation.
D. Do not block the air vents
All air vents should be kept clear during cooking. If air
vents are covered during oven operation the oven may
overheat. In this case, a sensitive thermal safety device
automatically turns the oven off. The oven will be
inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently.
E. Radio interference
1. Microwave oven operation may interfere with TV or
radio reception.
2. 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 radio or
television.
c. Relocate the microwave oven in relation to the TV
or radio.
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.
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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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
1 Use and Care Manual
1 Glass Turntable
1 Rotating Ring
NOTE:This microwave oven is designed for household use only. It is not recommended for commercial use.
Oven Front Plate
Window
Door Seal
Control Panel
Door Open Button
Safety Door Lock System
Display Window
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Turntable
Rotating ring
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WARNING:
Do not operate the oven when empty or without the glass tray. It is best to
leave a glass water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb
all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
CONTROL PANEL
1. DISPLAY. The display includes a clock and
indicators that tell you time of day, cooking time
settings, and cooking functions selected.
2. SENSOR COOK Touch this pad to cook
without entering a cook power or time.
3. MELT.
Touch number pads to melt chocolate,
cheese,butter, or mashmallows.
4. SOFTEN. Touch this pad to softeen ice cream,
cream cheese, butter,or frozen juice.
8. NUMBER PADS.
Touch number pads to enter
cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights.
9. TIME COOK. Touch this pad to set a cooking time.
10. POWER LEVEL. Touch this pad to set a cooking power.
11. MORE. Each time you touch this pad, you add
10 seconds to the cooking time.
12. LESS. Each time you touch this pad, you
subtract 10 seconds from the cooking time.
13. CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day.
14. KITCHEN TIMER. Touch this pad to use your
microwave oven as a kitchen timer.
15. EZ-ON . Touch this pad to cook at 100% cook
power for
30 seconds up to 3 minutes; after 3 min-
utes, every touch will add 1 minute up to 99 min 59
seconds.
16. START/ENTER . Touch this pad to start all entries and
to turn Child Lock on or off.
17. STOP/CLEAR.
Touch this pad to stop the oven or
clear entries
ENERGY SAVING.
Touch this pad also to save energy.
5. EXPRESS DEFROST. Touch this pad to thaw only 1lb
6. AUTO COOK. Touch this pad to select programming
of food very quickly.
food items.
7. AUTO DEFROST. Touch this pad to thaw ground
meat, poultry, or steaks/chops by entering a
weight.
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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.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
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
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
PRECAUTIONS
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
• 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, uten-
sils, etc. Breakage may occur.
• Always use caution when taking the cooking utensils
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 cooking utensils 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.
NOTE: Before cleaning the oven, unplug the power
cord. If this is impossible, open the oven door to pre-
vent an accidental oven start.
INTERIOR
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 rotating ring 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 rotating ring should be cleaned regularly.
DOOR
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 acci-
dentally while cleaning the panel. Also make sure that
the turntable and rotating ring are in the right position.
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This is unique safety feature that
prevents accidental running of the oven.
Once the child lock - out is set, no
cooking can take place.
When the child lock - out is set, you
can’t input any key.
CHILD LOCK - OUT
SETTING CLOCK
To set : 3:15
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch CLOCK.
3. Enter the time by using the number
key pads.
Example: To set 3:15, touch number
key pads [3],[1] and [5].
4. Touch CLOCK.
(or START
)
NOTE: This is a 12 hour clock. You can switch
between AM and PM by touching CLOCK.
To set :
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch and hold
more than 4 seconds. will appears
L
in the display with two beeps.
To cancel child lock - out :
1. Touch and hold until
L disappears in the display with two
beeps.
STOP/CLEAR.
STOP/CLEAR.
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UTENSILS
ITEM
Disposable ovenable
paperboard dishes
Glassware
Heat resistant oven glassware,
glass-ceramic and ceramic,
only
Oven cooking bags
Parchment paper
Plastic
Microwave-safe only,
cooking and storage dishes
Plastic wrap
Thermometers
Microwave-safe, only
Waxed paper
Dinnerware
Microwave-safe, only
Frozen dinner tray
Aluminum
Plastic
Paper plates and cups
Paper towels and napkins
Plastic Foam Cups
Aluminum foil
Browning dish
Fast food carton with metal
handle
Metal twist ties
Paper bags
Glass jars
USE
Cooking
Cooking
Cooking
Cooking
Cooking
Cooking
Cooking
Cooking
Reheating
and
short term
cooking
Reheating
Reheating
Reheating
and
short term
cooking
Reheating
and cooking
Reheating
Shielding
Searing
meats
None
None
None
Warming
COMMENTS
Some frozen foods are packaged in these pans. Can be
purchased in grocery stores.
Ideal for microwave cooking. May have many pieces
available in your home. Do not use cracked or chipped
dishes.
Follow manufacturers' directions. Close bag with either the
nylon tie provided, a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a
piece of cotton string. Do not close with metal twist tie.
Make six
1/2-inch (1cm) slits by closure.
Use as a cover to prevent spattering.
Should be labeled, "Suitable for microwave heating."
Check manufacturers' directions for recommended uses.
Some microwave-safe plastic dishes are not suitable for
cooking foods with high fat content.
Use to cover foods during cooking to retain moisture.
Meat and candy thermometers are available.
Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture.
Check manufacturers' use and care directions for suitability
for microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the
back of the dish, "Microwave Oven Proof." Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Frozen dinners may be heated in foil tray, if tray is less than
3/4
-inch (2cm) high. Place foil tray in center of oven. Leave at
least 1-inch (2.5cm) space between foil tray and oven walls.
Heat only 1 foil tray in the oven at a time. For containers
more than
3/4-inch (2cm) deep, remove food and place in a
similar size microwave-safe container.
Some frozen dinners have microwave-safe plastic trays.
Use to warm cooked foods and cook foods that require
short cooking times such as wieners.
Use to warm rolls and sandwiches. Use with supervision for
a limited time only. Never use recycled paper.
Use to bring foods to a low serving temperature. Plastic foam
will melt if foods reach a high temperature.
Small strips of foil can be molded around thin parts of meat
or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is
too close to oven wall.
Check browning dish information for instructions and heating
chart. Do not preheat for more than 8 minutes.
May cause arcing.
They may cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
May cause a fire in the oven.
Remove lid. Heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are
not heat resistant and may break.
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a 8 oz (250mL) glass measure
with water and place it in the microwave oven along with the container to be tested; heat one minute at
HIGH. If the container is microwave oven-safe, it should remain comfortably cool and the water should
be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some microwave energy and should not be used.
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Quick Touch Sensor cooking provides exciting new features to make microwave oven easier. Your new
microwave oven will guide you, step by step, whether it be simply to reheat food or cook food and sensor
menu with all the popular food choices helps you to cook perfectly because it has been pre-programmed and
can tell how long to cook or reheat food items.
Categories : Sensor Touch Cook
Sensor Touch Popcorn
1. The Sensor Touch system works by detecting a build-up of vapor.
2. Make sure the door remains closed.
3. Opening the door or touching the STOP/CLEAR pad before the vapor is detected will abort the process.
The oven will stop.
4. Before using Sensor Touch , make sure the glass turntable is dry, to assure the best results.
SENSOR
SENSOR TOUCH OPERATION INSTRUCTION
SENSOR TOUCH COOK
allows you to cook most of your
favorite food without having to
select cooking times and power
levels. This oven automatically
determines required cooking times
for each food item. This feature
has 6 food categories.
Food item in the Sensor Touch
Cook menu include:
1. Potato
2. Rice
3. Popcorn
4. Fresh Vegetable
5. Frozen Vegetable
6. Frozen Entree
EXAMPLE : To cook FRESH VEGETABLE, simply follow the
steps below.
SENSOR TOUCH COOK
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch Fresh Vegetable.
The oven begins the cooking you
selected without the need to touch
START.
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This feature makes preparation of
microwave popcorn simple and
quick... one bag at a time.
The automatic popcorn uses the HI
power only.
The popping time counts down in
the display.
When the popping time is over, two
short and one long tones sound
and End shows. Oven shuts off
automatically.
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch Popcorn.
The oven begins the cooking you
selected without the need to touch
START.
3. Open bag carefully. Popcorn
and steam are extremely hot.
Open bag by pulling top
diagonal corners to avoid
escaping steam.
SENSOR TOUCH POPCORN
Place one bag only(50-100g) of prepackaged microwave popcorn
on a microwave-safe / oven-safe dish on the turntable.
The package should be at room temperature.
■ If popcorn bag size is not known, follow manufacturers'
instructions and do not use this feature.
■ Do not use POPCORN key pad in combination with any
other feature key pads.
■ Do not attempt to reheat or cook any unpopped kernels.
■ Do not reuse bag. Overcooking can result in an oven fire.
■ Prepare one bag only at a time.
■ Do not use popcorn popping devices in microwave oven with
this feature.
■ Do not leave microwave unattended while cooking popcorn.
CAUTION : Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn.
NOTE :
When popping prepackaged popcorn;
Place carefully so the bag does not touch the
oven walls. Fold each end of the bag in half toward
the center top of the bag.
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EXPRESS
Ac-1
Ac-2
Ac-3
Ac-4
Ac-5
Ac-6
AUTO COOK CHART
‘Ac-1’ appears in the display.
‘4’ appears in the display.
START.
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MELT
The oven uses low power to melt foods
(butter,chocolate,marshmallows and
cheese). See the following table.
MELT
EXAMPLE: To Melt 8 oz. Chocolate.
MELT TABLE
Amount
1, 2 or
3 sticks
4 or 8
oz.
8 or 16
oz.
5 or 10
oz.
Direction
Unwrap and place in
microwavable container.
No need to cover butter.
Stir at the end of cooking
to complete melting.
Chocolate chips or
squares of baking
chocolate may be used.
Unwrap squares and place
in microwavable container.
Stir at the end of cycle to
complete melting.
Use processed cheese
food only. Cut into cubes.
Place in a single layer in
microwavable container.
Stir at the end of cooking
to complete melting.
Large or miniature
marshmallows may be
used. Place in
microwavable container.
Stir at the end of cycle to
complete melting.
Cate-
gory
Butter/
Marga-
rine
Chocol
ate
Cheese
Marsh-
mallows
1
2
3
4
Code
2. Touch
MELT
.
twice.
3. Touch number 2.
START.
1. Touch
STOP/CLEAR.
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SOFTEN
The oven uses low power to soften food
(butter, ice cream, cream cheese, and
frozen juice). See the following table.
SOFTEN
EXAMPLE: To Soften a quart Ice Cream.
SOFTEN TABLE
Amount
1, 2 or 3
sticks
Pint,
Quart,
Half
gallon
3 or 8
oz.
6, 12 or
16 oz.
Direction
Unwrap and place in
microwavable container.
No need to cover butter.
Butter will be at room
temperature and ready
for use in recipe.
Place container in oven.
Ice cream will be soft
enough to make
scooping easier.
Unwrap and place in
microwavable container.
Cream cheese will be at
room temperature and
ready for use in recipe.
Remove top.
Place in oven.
Frozen juice will be soft
enough to easily mix with
water.
Cate-
gory
Butter
Ice
Cream
Cream
Cheese
Frozen
Juice
1
2
3
4
Code
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch SOFTEN
twice.
3. Touch number
2.
START.
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AUTO DEFROST
The AUTO DEFROST feature is an
accurate defrosting method for frozen
ground meat poultry fish up to 6.0 lbs or
4.0 kg.
The oven automatically determines
required defrosting times for each food
item according to the weight you enter.
Simply tell the oven the type of your
frozen food and enter the food weight.
The oven calculates the rest.
For added convenience, the AUTO
DEFROST Feature contains a built-in
beep mechanism that lets you check,
turn over, separate or rearrange as
recommended in the express defrost
chart in the last .
Three different defrosting levels are
provided:
1 MEAT
2 POULTRY
3 FISH
NOTE:
When you touch the START pad, the display changes to defrost
time count down. The oven will beep during the DEFROST
cycle. At each beep, open the door and turn over, separate, or
rearrange the food. Remove any portions that have thawed.
Return frozen portions to the oven and touch START to resume
the defrost cycle.
■ For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from
its original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper).
Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam and juice close to the
foods, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to
cook.
■ For best results, shape your ground meat into the form of a
doughnut before freezing. When defrosting, scrape off
thawed meat when the beep sounds and continue defrosting.
■ Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave
roasting rack to catch drippings.
■ Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when
removed from the oven.
EXPRESS DEFROST
The EXPRESS DEFROST feature
provides you with the quick defrosting
method for 1.0 pound frozen foods.
EXAMPLE: To defrost 1lb food.
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch EXPRESS DEFROST.
3. Time counting down automatically.
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EXAMPLE: To defrost 1.2 lbs of ground beef.
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch AUTO DEFROST once.
3. Touch number 1 and 2.
START.
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KITCHEN TIMER
You can use the Kitchen Timer of your
oven for purposes other than food
cooking.
Example :
To count 3 minutes for an egg or
telephone call.
Ez ON
A time-saving pad, this simplified
control lets you quickly set and start
microwave cooking without the need to
touch START.
EXAMPLE: To set EZ ON
cooking for 1 minute.
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch EZ ON 2 times.
3. The oven begins cooking 1 minute
and display shows time counting
down.
NOTE: If you touch Ez On, it will add 30
seconds up to 3 minutes; after 3
minutes, every touch will add 1
minute up to 99 min 59 seconds.
MORE / LESS
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch KITCHEN TIMER.
3. Touch numbers for time.
Example : 3 minutes.
Touch number key pads. [3],[0] and[0].
4. Touch START.
2. Touch 1, 0, 0.
3. Touch START.
4. Touch MORE or LESS.
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TIME COOKING
This basic microwave cooking method
allows you to cook food for a time
period that you determine.
Set the time, and press START. Your
oven begins cooking using its maximum
power (HI POWER)
Foods with high moisture content
should be cooked on maximum power,
as this is the fastest cooking method
and best maintains the natural flavour
and texture of the foods.
EXAMPLE: To cook food on HI POWER
for a 3 minutes 30 seconds.
ENERGY SAVING
ENERGY SAVING feature saves
energy by turning off the display.
This feature only operates when
the STOP/Clear (ENERGY SAVING)
button is touched and then
cancels when the door is opened
or any button is touched.
Touch STOP/Clear
The display will go out
and ENERGY SAVING will be active.
Touch STOP/Clear
or any other button
to cancel this feature when it is on.
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch TIME COOK.
3. Enter cooking time by touching the
number pads. Touch [3], [3] and [0]
4. Touch START.
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10(HIGH)
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Softening cream cheese.
Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm.
Softening chocolate. Heating breads, rolls, pancakes, tacos, tortillas and
French toast. Clarifying butter.
Taking the chill out of fruit. Heating small amounts of food.
Thawing bread, small quantity of most food.
Completing the cooking cycle of casseroles, stews and sauces.
Cooking small quantities of most food.
Cooking less tender cuts of meat in liquid or slow-cooking dishes.
Completing the cooking cycle of less tender roasts.
Cooking stews and soups after bringing to a boil.
Cooking baked custards and pasta.
Cooking scrambled eggs. Baking cakes.
Cooking rump roast, ham, veal and lamb.
Cooking cheese dishes.
Cooking eggs and milk.
Reheating precooked or prepared food quickly.
Cooking onions, celery and green peppers quickly.
Reheating meat slices quickly.
Cooking poultry, fish, vegetables and most casseroles.
Preheating the browning dish. Boiling water.
OUTPUT
(OF WATTS)
COOKING EXAMPLES
POWER
LEVEL
0
0 Standing time
Indepartment timer
MULTI-POWER SETTING GUIDE
USING MULTI-POWER LEVELS
For foods requiring slower cooking,
your oven also provides 10 different
power settings.
The Multi-Power feature lets you
choose a lower power level over the
automatic HI (maximum oven power),
so that food can be cooked more
slowly.
Refer to the Multi-Power Setting Guide
for the most suitable cooking level of
various foods.
EXAMPLE: To cook food on 80% Power
(Power 8) for a 5 minutes
30 seconds.
Automatic
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch TIME COOK.
3. Enter cooking time by touching the
number pads. Touch [5], [3] and [0]
4. Touch
POWER LEVEL.
5. Touch 8.
6. Touch START.
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MULTI-STAGE COOKING
Multi-stage cooking lets you program up
to 2 different cooking stages in
advance-each stage with a different
power level and time settings.
When START is pressed, the oven
begins the first stage and automatically
proceeds to the second and the third
stage.
Two beep sound between stages.
When all programmed stages are over,
four short tones sound and COOK
END shows in the display window.
EXAMPLE: To cook and simmer
spaghetti sauce, here is how
to set all two stages at the
beginning.
First Stage (10 minutes, power level: HI)
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR.
2. Touch TIME COOK.
3. Enter 10 minutes by touching [1], [0],
[0] and [0].
Second Stage (8 minutes, power level: 7 (70))
4. Touch TIME COOK.
5. Enter 8 minutes by touching
[8], [0], and [0].
6. Touch POWER LEVEL.
7. Touch 7.
8. Touch START.
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Meat
1. No special techniques are required. Meat should be
prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if
desired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before
cooking.
2. Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or
microwave-proof plate and place on the turntable.
3. Cook according to the Meat Cooking Table (below).
Use the longer time for large cuts of meats and the
shorter time for small cuts of meats. For thicker
chops, use the longer time.
4. Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking
time.
5. Let stand for 5~10 minutes wrapped in foil after
cooking. The standing time is very important as it
completes the cooking process.
6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly
cooked before eating.
Poultry
1. No special techniques are required. Poultry should
be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if
desired.
2. Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted. Remove
giblets and any metal clamps.
3. Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil
unless the poultry is self-basting.
4. All poultry should be placed on a microwave roasting
rack or a microwave-proof plate and placed on the
turntable.
5. Cook according to the instructions in the Poultry
Cooking Table below. Turn over halfway through the
cooking time. Because of its shape, poultry has a
tendency to cook unevenly, especially in very bony
parts.Turning during roasting helps to cook these
areas evenly.
6. Let stand for 5~10 minutes wrapped in foil after
cooking before carving. The standing time is very
important, since it completes the cooking process.
7. Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eating.
Whole poultry is completely cooked when the juices
run clear from the inside thigh when it is pierced with
a sharp knife. Poultry pieces should be pierced with
a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that
the juices are clear and the flesh is firm.
COOKING TIPS
BEEF
Standing/Rolled Rib
– Medium
– Well-done
Ground Beef (to
brown for casserole)
Hamburgers,
Fresh or defrosted
(4 oz. each)
– 2 patties
– 4 patties
PORK
Loin, Leg
Bacon
– 4 slices
– 6 slices
Microwave
Power
8
8
HIGH (100%)
HIGH (100%)
HIGH (100%)
8
HIGH (100%)
HIGH (100%)
Cooking Time
Per Pound
9
1
/2
to 11
1
/2
minutes
11
1
/2
to 14 minutes
6
1
/2 to 9
1
/2 minutes
2
1
/2
to 4
1
/2
minutes
3
1
/
2
to 5
1
/
2
minutes
12
1
/2
to 16
1
/2
minutes
2
1
/2
to 3
1
/2
minutes
3
1
/2
to 4
1
/2
minutes
Meat Cooking Table
CHICKEN
Whole
Breast (boned)
Portions
TURKEY
Whole
Microwave
Power
8
8
8
8
Cooking Time
Per Pound
11 to 15 minutes
10 to 14 minutes
11 to 17 minutes
11 to 15 minutes
Poultry Cooking Table
NOTES:
• The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for
difference in individual tastes and preferences. The
times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and
composition of the food.
• If whole poultry is stuffed, the weight of the stuffed
bird should be used when calculating the cooking
time.
NOTE: The times listed above are only a guide. Allow
for difference in individual tastes and preferences. The
times may also vary due to the shape, cut, and
composition of the food.
Poultry
COOKING TIPS
Meat
WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during
cooking cycle.
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COOKING TIPS
COOKING TIPS
(continued)
Fish
1. Arrange fish in a large shallow non-metallic dish or
casserole.
2. Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or
casserole lid.
3. Place the dish on the turntable.
4. Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh Fish
Cooking Table below. Flakes of butter can be added
to the fish if desired.
5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Table before
serving.
6. After standing time, check to see that the fish is
thoroughly cooked. The fish should be opaque and
flake easily.
Fresh Fish Cooking Table
Fish
Fish Fillets
Whole Mackerel,
Cleaned and Prepared
Whole Trout,
Cleaned and Prepared
Salmon Steaks
Microwave
Power
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
Cooking Time
Per Pound
4
1
/
2
to 8 minutes
4
1
/
2
to 8 minutes
5
1
/
2
to 9 minutes
5
1
/2
to 8 minutes
Standing
Time
2 to 3 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
3 to 4 minutes
Butter
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice)
–
–
Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice)
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HEATING OR REHEATING GUIDE
To heat or reheat successfully in the microwave, it is important to follow several guidelines. Measure the amount of
food in order to determine the time needed to reheat. Arrange the food in a circular pattern for best results. Room
temperature food will heat faster than refrigerated food. Canned foods should be taken out of the can and placed
in a microwavable container. The food will be heated more evenly if covered with a microwavable lid or plastic wrap
and vented. Remove cover carefully to prevent steam burns. Use the following table as a guide for reheating
cooked food.
Items Cook time Special Instructions
(at HIGH)
Sliced meat Place sliced meat on microwavable plate.
3 slices (
1
/4-inch thick) 1-2 minutes Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
*Note: Gravy or sauce helps to keep meat juicy.
Chicken pieces
1 breast 2-3
1
/2 minutes Place chicken pieces on microwavable plate. Cover with plastic
1 leg and thigh 1
1
/2-3 minutes wrap and vent.
Fish fillet Place fish on microwavable plate. Cover with plastic wrap and
(6-8 oz.) 2-4 minutes vent.
Lasagna Place lasagna on microwavable plate. Cover with plastic wrap
1 serving (10
1
/2
oz.) 6-8 minutes and vent.
Casserole
1 cup 1-3
1
/2
minutes COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway
4 cups 5-8 minutes through cooking.
Casserole –
cream or cheese
1 cup 1
1
/2-3 minutes COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway
4 cups 3
1
/2
-5
1
/2
minutes through cooking.
Sloppy Joe or
Barbecued beef Reheat filling and bun separately.
1 sandwich 1 -2
1
/2 minutes Cook filling covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once. Heat
(
1
/2
cup meat filling) bun as directed in table below.
without bun
Mashed potatoes
1 cup 1-3 minutes COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway
4 cups 5-8 minutes through cooking.
Baked beans
COOK covered in microwavable casserole
. Stir once halfway
1 cup
1
1
/2-3 minutes
through cooking.
Ravioli or pasta in sauce
1 cup 2
1
/2-4 minutes COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway
4 cups 7
1
/
2-11 minutes through cooking.
Rice
1 cup 1
1
/2-3
1
/2 minutes COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway
4 cups 4-6
1
/
2 minutes through cooking.
Sandwich roll or bun Wrap in paper towel and place on glass mircrowavable rack
1 roll
15-30 seconds
Vegetables
1 cup 1
1
/
2
-2
1
/
2
minutes COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway
4 cups 4-6 minutes
through cooking.
Soup COOK covered in microwavable casserole. Stir once halfway
1 serving (8 oz.) 1
1
/
2
-2
1
/
2
minutes through cooking.
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FRESH VEGETABLE TABLE
Cook time Standing
at HIGH Time
Artichokes 2 medium 5~8 Trim. Add 2 tsp water and 2 tsp juice. Cover. 2-3 minutes
(8oz. each) 4 medium 10~13
Asparagus, 1Ib. 3~6 Add
1
/2 cup water. Cover. 2-3 minutes
Fresh, Spears
Beans, Green & 1 lb. 6~10 Add
1
/2 cup water in 1
1
/2 qt. casserole. Stir 2-3 minutes
Wax halfway through cooking.
Beets, Fresh 1 Ib. 10~14 Add
1
/2 cup water in 1
1
/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Rearrange halfway through cooking.
Broccoli, Fresh, 1Ib. 4~6 Place broccoli in baking dish. Add
1
/2 cup water. 2-3 minutes
Spears
Cabbage, Fresh, 1Ib. 4~6 Add
1
/2 cup water in 1
1
/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Chopped Stir halfway through cooking.
Carrots, Fresh, 2 cups 2~4 Add
1
/4 cup water in 1 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.
Cauliflower, 1lb. 4~6 Trim. Add
1
/4 cup water in 1 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Fresh, Whole Stir halfway through cooking.
Flowerettes, Fresh 2 cups
2
1
/2
~4
Slice. Add
1
/2 cup water in 1
1
/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Celery, Fresh, 4 cups 4~6 Stir halfway through cooking.
Sliced
Corn, Fresh 2 ears 4~8 Husk. Add 2 tbsp water in 1
1
/2 qt. baking dish. 2-3 minutes
Cover.
Mushrooms, 1/2 Ib. 2~3
1
/2
Place mushrooms in 1
1
/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Fresh, Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.
Parsnips, Fresh, 1Ib. 4~6 Add
1
/2 cup water in 1
1
/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.
Peas, Green, 4 cups 6~8 Add
1
/2 cup water in 1
1
/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Fresh Stir halfway through cooking.
Sweet Potatoes 2 medium 5~8 Pierce potatoes several times with fork. 2-3 minutes
Whole Baking 4 medium 7~12 Place on 2 paper towels. 2-3 minutes
(6-8 oz. each) Turn over halfway through cooking.
White Potatoes, 2 potatoes 6~9 Pierce potatoes several times with fork. 2-3 minutes
Whole Baking 4 potatoes 10~14 Place on 2 paper towels. 2-3 minutes
(6-8 oz. each) Turn over halfway through cooking.
Spinach, Fresh, 1Ib. 3~6 Add
1
/2 cup water in 2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Leaf
Squash, Acorn or 1 medium 5~7 Cut squash in half. Remove seeds. 2-3 minutes
Butternut, Fresh Place in 8 x 8-inch baking dish. Cover.
Zucchini, Fresh, 1Ib.
4~6
Add
1
/2 cup water in 1
1
/2 qt. covered casserole. 2-3 minutes
Sliced Stir halfway through cooking.
Zucchini, Fresh, 1Ib. 5~8 Pierce. Place on 2 paper towels. 2-3 minutes
Whole Turn zucchini over and rearrange halfway through
cooking.
Vegetable Amount Instructions
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Questions and Answers
Operation
Question
Why is the oven light not on during
cooking?
Why does steam come out of the air
exhaust vent?
Will the microwave oven be damaged if it
operates empty?
Does microwave energy pass through the
viewing screen in the door?
Why does a tone sound when a pad on
the control panel is touched?
Can my microwave oven be damaged if
food is cooked for too long?
When the oven is plugged into wall outlet
for the first time, it might not work properly.
What is wrong?
Why do I see light reflection around the
outer case?
What are the various sounds I hear when
the microwave oven is operating?
There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on.
Have you:
• Set a cooking time?
• Touched START?
• Checked the light bulb?
Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven
has been designed to vent this steam.
Yes. Never operate the oven empty or without the glass turntable.
No. The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity.
The holes (or ports) allow only light to pass through. They do not
let microwave energy pass through.
The tone tells you that the setting has been entered.
Like any other cooking appliance, it is possible to overcook food
to the point that the food creates smoke and even possibly fire,
and damage to the inside of the oven. It is always best to be near
the oven while you are cooking.
The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporarily
become scrambled and fail to function as programmed when you
plug in for the first time or when power resumes after a power
interruption. Unplug the oven from the 120 volt household outlet
and then plug it back in to reset the microcomputer.
This light is from the oven light which is located between the
oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven.
The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the
microwave oven’s magnetron ON and OFF.
The heavy hum and clunk is from the change in power the
magnetron draws as it is turned ON and OFF by a mechanical
switch.The change in blower speed is from the change in line
voltage caused by the magnetron being turned ON and OFF.
Answer
Food
Question
Answer
What is wrong when baked foods have a
hard, dry, brown spot?
Why do eggs sometimes pop?
A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the
cooking or reheating time.
When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to
steam build-up inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this,
simply pierce the yolk with a wooden toothpick before cooking.
CAUTION: Never microwave eggs in the shell.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Questions and Answers (continued)
Food
Question
Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a
little dry after cooking?
Is it possible to pop popcorn in a
microwave oven?
Why do baked apples sometimes burst
during cooking?
Why do baked potatoes sometimes
burn during cooking?
Why is a standing time recommended
after microwave cooking time is over?
Why is additional time required for
cooking food stored in the refrigerator?
Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked, even if the same
recipe is used each time. The cooking time may need to be var-
ied for one of these reasons:
• Eggs vary in size.
• Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator
temperature another time.
• Eggs continue cooking during standing time.
Yes, if using one of the two methods described below:
(1) microwave-popping devices designed specifically for
microwave cooking
(2) prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that is made
for specific times and power output needed
Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer for
its popcorn popping product and do not leave the oven
unattended while the corn is being popped. If corn fails
to pop after the suggested time, discontinue cooking.
Overcooking could result in an oven fire.
CAUTION:
• Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt
to pop leftover kernels.
• Do not pop prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn
directly on the glass turntable. To avoid excessive heating
of the glass turntable, place the popcorn bag on a plate.
• 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.
The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple
to allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking.
As in conventional cooking methods, the interior of the apple
expands during the cooking process.
If the cooking time is too long, fire could result. At the end of the
recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm.
CAUTION: Do not overcook.
Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few
minutes after the actual microwave oven cooking cycle. The
amount of standing time depends upon the density of the foods.
As in conventional cooking, the initial temperature of food affects
total cooking time. You need more time to cook food taken out of
a refrigerator than for food at room temperature.
Answer
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service
Problem
Oven does not start
Arcing or Sparking
Incorrect time of day
Unevenly Cooked Foods
Overcooked Foods
Undercooked Foods
Improper Defrosting
You can often correct operating problems yourself. If your microwave oven fails to work properly, locate the
operating problem in the list below and try the solutions listed for each problem.
If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest GoldStar Authorized Service Center.
GoldStar Authorized Service Centers are fully equipped to handle your service requirements.
• Is the power cord plugged in?
• Is the door closed?
• Is the cooking time set?
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Is the oven empty?
• Have you tried to reset the time of day?
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Is the glass turntable in the oven?
• Did you turn or stir the food while it was cooking?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Were the foods completely defrosted?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Are the ventilation ports clear?
• Are you using approved cookware?
• Was the time/cooking power level correct?
• Did you turn or stir the food during the defrosting cycle?
Possible Causes
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
WARNING :
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency t Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in television.
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,
t Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the
may cause interference to radio and television
receiver.
reception. It has been type tested and found to
t Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part
t Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so
18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
that the microwave oven and the receiver are on
reasonable protection against such interference in a
different branch circuits.
residential installation.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
TV interference caused by unauthorized
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
modification to this microwave oven. It is the
does cause interference to radio or television
responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
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:
LG Electronics, Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in
material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the
date of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of
the product and effective only when used in the United States, including U.S. Territories.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE
EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST
REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR
OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
x Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or
correct wiring, or correction of unauthorized repairs.
x Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental
specifications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, fire,
flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or
voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.
CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS
To obtain Customer Assistance, Product Infor-
mation, or Dealer or Authorized Service Center
location:
Call
1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per
year) and select the appropriate option from the menu.
Or visit our website at: www.lg.com
Model LCS2045***
LG MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTY — USA
TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL:
LG Customer Interactive Center
P. O. Box 240007
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, Alabama 35824
ATTN: CIC
WARRANTY PERIOD: HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:
Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the
appropriate option. (Phones are answered 24
hours a day, 365 days per year.) Please have
MAGNETRO
N:
Ten Years
the product type (Microwave) and your ZIP code
from the Date of
ready.
Purchase*.
Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted
for the remaining portion of the original unit’s
warranty period.
* Retain your Sales Receipt to prove the date of
purchase. A copy of your Sales Receipt must be
submitted at the time warranty service is provided.
Or visit our website at: www. lg. com
LABOR: One Year
from the Date of Purchase*.
PARTS (except as listed below): One Year from the
Date of Purchase*
.
