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us_main.book.book Page 1 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM
OWNER'S MANUAL
MICROWAVE OVEN
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the
appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
MHEC173**
www.lg.com
MFL68927907
Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.00_120821

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  • Page 1 Page 1 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OWNER'S MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH MHEC173** www.lg.com MFL68927907 Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rev.00_120821...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    10 OPERATION Control Panel Before Use Quick Start and Stop Operating the Microwave Operating the Oven Cookware Guide Cooking Guide 31 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Feature 34 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Replacing Parts 36 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Before Calling for Service 40 LIMITED WARRANTY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    us_main.book.book Page 3 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages.
  • Page 4 us_main.book.book Page 4 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. - Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not overcook food.
  • Page 5 us_main.book.book Page 5 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven. • The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements.
  • Page 6 us_main.book.book Page 6 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on. • Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter. •...

  • Page 7: Installation

    us_main.book.book Page 7 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Product Overview WARNING • Do not operate the oven when it is empty or Front View without the glass tray. It is best to leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.

  • Page 8: Installation Requirements

    us_main.book.book Page 8 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM INSTALLATION How to Use Accessories Microwave Convection Combination Auto Defrost, Sensor Cook Convection Bake, Air Fry Combination Bake Sensor Reheat, Steam Cook Warm, Proof, Dehydrate Combination Roast Mode Popcorn, Soften, Melt Speed Combination Kids Meal, Simmer : Recommended method...
  • Page 9 us_main.book.book Page 9 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM INSTALLATION constructed of a minimum of 2" x 4" wood grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an studding and 3/8" thick drywall or plaster/lath. outlet that is properly installed and grounded. •...

  • Page 10: Operation

    us_main.book.book Page 10 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 10 OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features • Press +30 seconds during cooking to MICROWAVE increase the cook time by 30 seconds. (Add • Select various microwave cooking functions. up to 99 minutes and 59 seconds) See Manual Cooking section and Cooking Mode section.

  • Page 11: Before Use

    us_main.book.book Page 11 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION • Set the light. press Hi, Low, or Off to adjust • Unlock the oven to resume normal use. the cooktop light. • Set the ventilation. - Press On/Off to turn the vent fan on or off. Kitchen Timer - Press 5 Speed to set the vent fan speed.
  • Page 12 us_main.book.book Page 12 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 12 OPERATION Setting the Vent Fan Speed Setting the Defrost Weight from Lbs to Kg When the fan is on, press 5 Speed to change the Press Settings. vent fan speed. •...

  • Page 13: Quick Start And Stop

    The Wi-Fi icon appears at the top 80% Power of the display. Press Cook Time. Follow the instructions in the LG ThinQ application. Press the number keys to set the cook time (5:30). NOTE • The Wi-Fi icon on the display shows the status of Press Power Level.
  • Page 14 us_main.book.book Page 14 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 14 OPERATION • Opening the door or pressing the STOP/Clear - Instructions: Add water (1 - 2 cups: 2 tbsp button before the steam is detected will stop the water, 3 - 4 cups: 4 tbsp water). Cover with process and the oven.
  • Page 15 us_main.book.book Page 15 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes. After cooking, stir and let stand for 3 minutes. •...
  • Page 16 us_main.book.book Page 16 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 16 OPERATION - Food temperature: Refrigerated CAUTION - Instructions: Wash vegetables and cut into • When popping commercially packaged popcorn, similar sized pieces (small florets: 20-25 g/ remove the rack from the oven. piece).
  • Page 17 us_main.book.book Page 17 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION Press Auto Defrost. When the oven beeps, turn food over. After defrosting, let stand for 5-15 minutes. • 2 Poultry (0.1 - 6.0 lbs) Use the number keys to enter the desired - Poultry: Whole, cut-up, breast (boneless) menu code from the Auto Defrost Menu.
  • Page 18 us_main.book.book Page 18 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 18 OPERATION Soften Menu Melt Menu Refer to the information below to set the desired Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts. menu item and see the recommended amounts.
  • Page 19 us_main.book.book Page 19 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION Kids Meal Menu - Food temperature: Room This function has preset cook settings for popular - 1 serving (water: 3/4 cup/200 g, rice: 3 oz/85 g) foods for kids. 2 servings (water: 1-1/4 cups/300 g, rice: 6 oz/ 170 g) •...

  • Page 20: Operating The Oven

    us_main.book.book Page 20 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 20 OPERATION 3 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, fusilli 9 oz/ 2 servings (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, spaghetti 6 255 g) oz/170 g) 4 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, fusilli 12 oz/ 3 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, spaghetti 9 340 g) oz/255 g)
  • Page 21 us_main.book.book Page 21 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION Press START/Enter. Press START/Enter. • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. and COOK END appears in the display. NOTE Example: 30 minutes at 375 ℉...
  • Page 22 us_main.book.book Page 22 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 22 OPERATION NOTE • The oven temperature indicated in the chart above is recommended over the package instruction temperature. • The baking time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. Adjust the time according to conditions or your preference.
  • Page 23 us_main.book.book Page 23 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION - Alternative: Conv. Bake at 450 ℉ for 25 - 27 - Alternative: Conv. Bake at 450 ℉ for 14 - 16 min. min. • 2 Chicken Nuggets (1 - 2 servings) •...
  • Page 24 us_main.book.book Page 24 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 24 OPERATION Combination Bake Menu Time Food Temp Comments (min) Pie, Pastries Quiche 400 ℉ 40 to 50 Let stand 1 hour before cutting. Convenience Frozen Pizza 425 ℉ 20 to 30 Follow package directions for Foods Frozen Bread...
  • Page 25 us_main.book.book Page 25 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION Time Food Temp Comments (min/lb) Seafood Fish (1 to 3 lbs, fillets) 350 ℉ 12 to 18 Turn over halfway Shrimp (0.5 to 1.5 lbs) 350 ℉ 7 to 12 (/ through the cooking 0.5 lbs) time.
  • Page 26 us_main.book.book Page 26 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 26 OPERATION Press STOP/Clear at any time to cancel. food in a single layer. Dehydrate temperatures range from 100 ℉ to 200 ℉. Use the metal tray. NOTE Setting the Dehydrate Function •...

  • Page 27: Cookware Guide

    us_main.book.book Page 27 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION • Pineapple periods or at high power levels, as the hot food will eventually warp or melt the plastic. - Preparation: Peel, core and cut into 3/8" (8 - 12 mm) slices.

  • Page 28: Cooking Guide

    us_main.book.book Page 28 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 28 OPERATION cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that Heat the container and glass measuring cup resembles lightning. for 1 minute at HIGH power. - Metal shields the food from microwave energy •...
  • Page 29 us_main.book.book Page 29 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM OPERATION elevate, stir, etc., are the minimum steps - Shell: Pierce or remove the shells from eggs, recommended. If food is overcooked (dry), clams, oysters, or other shelled foods before undercooked, or unevenly cooked, make cooking.
  • Page 30 us_main.book.book Page 30 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 30 OPERATION - Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield PRECAUTIONS parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, • The oven cavity, door, turntable, roller rest, fish tails, or areas that start to get warm. Make metal tray, metal rack, and cooking accessories sure the foil does not touch the sides, top, or will become very hot.

  • Page 31: Smart Functions

    Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. • Firmware Update - Keep the appliance updated. • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection. NOTE •...
  • Page 32 Installing the LG ThinQ Application the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement smartphone.

  • Page 33: Smart Diagnosis Tm Feature

    If you experience a problem with your Wi-Fi equipped appliance, it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    us_main.book.book Page 34 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 34 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Cleaning the Accessories Wash the glass tray and rotating ring in mild, Cleaning the Interior sudsy water. For heavily soiled areas, use a mild cleanser and scouring sponge. Dry completely before use.

  • Page 35: Replacing Parts

    us_main.book.book Page 35 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM MAINTENANCE Rinse well and shake to dry. • Do not use ammonia or place in a dishwasher. The aluminum will darken. To reinstall, slide the filter in on the back side and push it upward to secure it.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    us_main.book.book Page 36 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 36 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Will the oven be damaged if it operates while empty? Yes. Never operate the oven while it is empty or without the glass tray. Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? No.
  • Page 37 us_main.book.book Page 37 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Can I pop popcorn in my oven? How do I get the best results? Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacturer’s guidelines or use the preprogrammed Popcorn button. Do not use regular paper bags. Use the listening test by stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows to a pop every one or two seconds.

  • Page 38: Before Calling For Service

    us_main.book.book Page 38 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 38 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Operation Problem Possible Cause & Solution Microwave oven Power cord is unplugged, door is open, or cooking time has not been set. does not start •...
  • Page 39 During Wi-Fi setup, the app is requesting a password to connect to the product (on certain phones). • Locate the network name which starts with "LG" under Settings > Networks. Note the last part of the network name. - If the network name looks like LGE_Appliance_XX-XX-XX, enter lge12345.

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    Should your LG Microwave Oven ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product ("You") and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States...
  • Page 41 • Damage or failure of the Product resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance. Improper repair includes the use of parts not authorized by LG. Improper installation or maintenance includes installation or maintenance contrary to the Product owner’s manual.
  • Page 42 us_main.book.book Page 42 Wednesday, December 8, 2021 9:28 AM 42 LIMITED WARRANTY Problem Cause Solution • Mounting bracket screw not fixed completely. Microwave oven Check with installer first. installation issue. • Mounting plate not aligned. • Vibration noise - 3/16" Hole on Studs, 5/8" Hole on Drywall •...
  • Page 43 Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Ave, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632. You and LG agree to engage in good faith discussions in an attempt to amicably resolve your claim.
  • Page 44 AAA in the manner described in the AAA Rules. You must also send a copy of your written demand to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc.
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