FCC ID: BEJS154FV Microwave Oven

OWNERS MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN PLEASE READ THIS OWNERS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING. LCRT1513ST MFL38260004 www.lg.com TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy .............................................................................. 3 Grounding Instructions ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................. 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN .................................................................................................... 5-9 Specications ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Installation .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Parts and Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................ 6 Control Panel ..................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Cookware Guide ................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Tips for Microwave Cooking ................................................................................................................................................ 9 Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................ 9 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ..................................................................................................................... 10-19 Clock ................................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Child Lock ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Timer ............................................................................................................................................................................... 10 EZ-ON ............................................................................................................................................................................. 10 Sensor Touch Operation Instruction .................................................................................................................................. 11 Potato (Example) .............................................................................................................................................................. 11 Quick Sensor Touch Table ................................................................................................................................................ 11 Sensor Touch Popcorn ..................................................................................................................................................... 12 Auto Cook ...................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Auto Cook Chart ................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Auto Defrost ................................................................................................................................................................ 14 Quick Defrost ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Defrosting Tips ................................................................................................................................................................ 15 Multi-stage Cooking ........................................................................................................................................................ 15 Soften ............................................................................................................................................................................. 16 Melt .................................................................................................................................................................................. 16 Cook Time ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Microwave Power Levels ................................................................................................................................................... 17 Cooking Tips .............................................................................................................................................................. 18-19 MEAT .............................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Meat Cooking Table ......................................................................................................................................................... 18 POULTRY ........................................................................................................................................................................ 18 Poultry Cooking Table ...................................................................................................................................................... 18 FISH ................................................................................................................................................................................ 19 Fresh Fish Cooking Table ................................................................................................................................................ 19 Energy Saving ................................................................................................................................................ 19 TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................... 20-22 Questions and Answers ............................................................................................................................................ 20-21 Before Calling for Service ................................................................................................................................................. 22 WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................ 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Customer Relations LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. Service Division Bldg. #3 201 James Record Rd. Huntsville, AL 35824-0126 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY 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 qualied service personnel. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance, or. 2. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualied 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 isexer-

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. 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. Ensure proper ground exists before use WARNING Improper grounding can result in a risk of elec-

tric shock. Consult a qualied 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 3 SAFETY IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your oven to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your oven. WARNING- To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, re, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2. Read and follow the specic PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on page 3 of this manual. 3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on page 3 of this manual . Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions. 4. 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 specically 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 qualied 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 re 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 sulde and chloride. 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. Always stir liquid several times between reheatings. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SPECIFICATIONS MODEL LCRT1513ST Power Supply Rated Power Consumption Microwave Output Frequency Rated Current Overall Dimensions (W xHxD) Oven Cavity Dimensions (W xHxD) Capacity of Oven Cavity 120 V AC, 60 Hz 0 15 0 W

*1 00 W 2450 MHz 1 13.5 A 217/8 '' x 12 1/2 '' x 17 7/32''

21/32'' x 107/16'' x 1 5 27/32''

51 1.5 Cu.ft. 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 sufciently. 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. television. or radio. receiver. b. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or c. Relocate the microwave oven in relation to the TV d. Move the microwave oven away from the e. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits..

*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD Specications subject to change without prior notice. 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 specied 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 re 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 at 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 ow around the oven is important. Allow at least 4 inches of space at the top, sides, and back of the oven for proper ventilation. 5 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 Oven Front Plate Window Door Seal Display Window Control Panel Door Open Button Safety Door Lock System A. Glass Turntable B. Turntable Shaft C. Rotating Ring D. Motor Shaft A B C D WARNING:

w 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. 6 UNDERSTANDING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 1 2 3 6 8 9 12 13 15 4 5 7 10 11 14 16 CONTROL PANEL 1. DISPLAY. The display includes a clock and 2. indicators that tell you time of day, cooking time settings, and cooking functions selected. SENSOR TOUCH . This pad allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels. 3. AUTO COOK. Touch this pad to select 4. AUTO DEFROST. Meat,poultry and sh. Touch this pad the foods that you like. it has 6 foods categories. to select food type and defrost food by weight . 5. QUICK DEFROST. Touch this pad to thaw only 1 lb of food very quickly. MELT. Touch this pads to melt butter/margarine, chocolate,cheese,or mashmallows. SOFTEN. Touch this pad to soften butter,ice cream, cream cheese, or frozen juice. 6. 7. 8. MORE/LESS COOKING. By using the More or Less keys, timed cook program can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. 1 0. EZ-ON.Touch CLOCK. Touch this pad to enter the time of day. 9 . this pad, it will add 30 seconds up to 3 minutes 30 seconds; after 3 minutes 30 seconds, every touch will add 1 minute up to 99 min 59 seconds. 1 1. TIMER. Touch this pad to use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer. 1 2 . NUMBER PADS Touch number pads to enter cooking time, power level, quantities, or weights. 1 3. COOK TIME. Touch this pad to set a cooking time. 1 4. COOK POWER. Touch this pad to set a cooking power 1 5. STOP/CLEAR. Touch this pad to stop the oven or clear entries 1 6. START/EZ-ON: START allows oven to begin functioning. Touch EZ-ON to cook at 100% cook power for 30 seconds up to 3 minutes 30 seconds; after 3 minutes 30 seconds,every touch will add 1 minute up to 99 min 59 seconds. 7 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. USE DO NOT 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 plasticwrap. 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 manufacturers label for use of any paper product in the microwave oven. 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 re. 8 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 doeuvres in a circle and at least 1 inch apart. This will help the food cook more evenly. STIRRING Stirring blends avors 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 rst. 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. CLEANING Wipe the oven inside and outside with a soft cloth and a mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe dry. This should be done weekly or more often, if needed. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads. Excessive oil splatters on the inside top will be difcult to remove if left for many days. Wipe splatters with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon. REMOVABLE PARTS The turntable and turntable roller rest are removable. They should be hand-washed in warm (not hot) water with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Once they are clean, rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Never use cleaning powders, steel wool, or rough pads. 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, sh, 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. and they will nish cooking during standing internal temperature of food will rise about 10F STANDING TIME Depending on density, food often needs to stand from 2 to 15 minutes either in or outside of oven to nish cooking after cooking power shuts off. Outside of oven, you usually need to cover food during standing time to Remove most foods when they are slightly retain heat. undercooked time.The during SHIELDING To prevent some portions of rectangular or square dish-

es 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. standing time. 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. The glass turntable may be cleaned at the sink. Be careful not to chip or scratch the edges as this may cause the turntable to break during use. The turntable roller rest should be cleaned regularly. SPECIALCARE For best performance and safety, the inner door panel and the oven front frame should be free of food or grease buildup. Wipe often with a mild detergent; then rinse and wipe dry. Never use cleaning powders or rough pads. After cleaning the control panel, touch STOP/CLEAR to clear any entries that might have been entered accidentally while cleaning the panel. 9 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN CLOCK Example: To set the clock for 10:30(AM). CHILD LOCK You can use this safety feature to lock the control panel so that children cannot use the oven when you do not want them to and when you are cleaning the oven. 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch STOP/CLEAR. To set CHILD LOCK:

1. 2. Touch CLOCK. Enter the time by using the number key pad. Touch CLOCK. (or START) Touch STOP/CLEAR . more than Touch and hold START 4 seconds. L will appear in the display window with two beeps. NOTE: This is a 12 hour clock. You can switch between AM and PM by touching CLOCK. To cancel CHILD LOCK:

Touch:

1. more than Touch and hold START 4 seconds. L will disappear in the display window with two beeps. TIMER Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen timer. You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. Example: To set 3 minutes. EZ-ON A time-saving pad, this simplied control lets you quickly set and start microwave cooking. Example : To set EZ-ON cooking 2 minutes. 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch STOP/CLEAR. Touch KITCHEN TIMER. Enter the time by using the number key pad. Touch START. When the time is over, you will hear seven beeps and End will display. 10 Touch EZ - ON 4 times. The oven begins cooking and display shows time counting down. NOTE:

If you touch EZ-ON, it will add 30 seconds up to 3 minutes 30 seconds; after 3 minutes 30 seconds, every touch will add 1 minute up to 99 min 99 seconds. USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN TOUCH SENSOR QUICK TABLE CATEGORY DIRECTION Potato Sensor Touch SENSOR TOUCH OPERATION INSTRUCTION Quick 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 :

1. Sensor Touch Potato 2. Sensor Touch Rice 3. Sensor Touch Popcorn 4. Sensor Touch Fresh Vegetable 5. Sensor Touch Frozen Vegetable 6. Sensor Touch Frozen Entree 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 exterior of the reheating container and the interior of the oven are dry,to assure the best results. POTATO (EXAMPLE) SENSOR COOK allows you to cook most of your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels. This oven automatically determines required cooking times for each food item. Example: To cook potato Rice Popcorn Fresh Vegetable Frozen Vegetable Touch STOP/CLEAR. Frozen Entree 1. 2. AMOUNT 1~4 medium approx. 10 oz. each 1/2~2 cups Use medium or long grain rice. Cook instant rice according to directions on the package. Regular size Use one fresh bag of popcorn 3.0-3.5 oz. 1~4 cups 1~4 cups 10.5~21 oz. Pierce each potato with a fork and place on the oven tray around the edge, at least one inch apart. Place rice and twice as much liquid (water or chicken or vegetable stock) in a 2-quart microwavable dish. Cover with plastic wrap. When cooking is complete,allow 10 minutes standing time. Stir for ufer rice. Place only bag of prepackaged microwave popcorn on the center of turntable. Prepare as desired, wash, and leave residual water on the vegetables. Place in an appropriately-sized microwave container,cover with plastic wrap and vent. Remove from package, rinse off frost under running water.Place in an appropriately-sized microwave container, cover with plastic wrap and vent. Remove from outer display package.Slit cover. If not in microwave-safe container, place on plate, cover with plastic wrap, and vent. Touch

. NOTE: If you open the door or press STOP/CLEAR during sensing,the process will be canceled. The oven will start automatically. 11 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SENSOR TOUCH POPCORN 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. 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. 1. 2. Touch STOP/CLEAR. Touch

. The oven will start automatically. NOTE :

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 re. 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. 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. 12 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN AUTO COOK AUTO COOK made easy! You ovens menu has been preprogrammed to automatically cook food. Tell the oven what you want and how many items there are. Then let your microwave oven cook your selections. Example: To cook 4 slices of bacon 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch STOP/CLEAR. Touch AUTO COOK once. Ac-1 appears in the display. Touch number 4. 4 appears in the display. Touch START. 13 A U T O C O O K C H A R T USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Example: To defrost 1.2 lbs of ground beef. 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch AUTO DEFROST once. MEAT TOUCH 1 POULTRY TOUCH 2 FISH TOUCH 3 1 and 2 Touch START. Defrosting starts. The display changes to defrost time count down. AUTO DEFROST The AUTO DEFROST feature is an accurate defrosting method for frozen ground meat poultry sh up to 6.0 lb. The oven automatically determines required defrosting times for each food item according to the weight you enter. 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. I 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. I 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. I Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave roasting rack to catch drippings. I Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when removed from the oven. QUICK DEFROST The QUICK DEFROST feature provides you with the quick defrosting method for 1.0 lb meat. Example: Quick Defrost QUICK DEFROST. Time counting down automatically. 1. 2. 3. 14 DEFROSTING TIPS MULTI-STAGE COOKING When using Auto Defrost, the weight to be entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container). Before starting, make sure to remove any and all metal twist-ties that often come with frozen food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic bands. Open containers, such as cartons, before placing in the oven. Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging. If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place it in a suitable container. Slit the skin of skinned food, such as sausage. Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even defrosting. Always underestimate defrosting time. If defrosted food is still icy in the center, return it to the microwave oven for more defrosting. The length of defrosting time varies according to how solidly the food is frozen. The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than a deep block. As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces. Separated pieces defrost more easily. Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings,leg tips,sh tails, or areas that start to get warm. Make sure the foil does not touch the sides, top, or bottom of the oven. The foil can damage the oven lining. For better results, let food stand after defrosting.

(For more information on standing time, see the Microwave Cooking Tips section). Turn over food during defrosting or standing time. Break apart and remove food as required. 9. 10. 15 For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers during different stages of a cook cycle. You can program your oven to switch from one power level to another for up to 2 stages. Example: To set a 2-stage cook cycle. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Touch TIME COOK. Enter 3 minutes by touching [3],[0]and[0]. Touch POWER LEVEL. Touch 8 to select power level 80%. Touch TIME COOK. Enter 7 minutes by touching [7],[0]and[0]. Touch POWER LEVEL. Touch 5 to select power level 50%. Touch START. When the rst stage is over, you will hear two short tones as the oven begins the second cook stage. USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SOFTEN The oven uses low power to soften foods (butter, ice cream, cream cheese, and frozen juice) See the following table. Example: To Soften Quart Ice Cream. MELT The oven uses low power to melt foods (butter, margarine,chocolate, cheese and marshmallows). See the following table. Example: To Melt 8 oz. Chocolate. 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch STOP/CLEAR. Touch SOFTEN twice. Touch 2. Touch START. 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch STOP/CLEAR. Touch MELT twice. Touch 2. Touch START. SOFTEN TABLE Code Cate-

gory 1 Butter Direction Unwrap and place in microwavable container. No need to cover butter. Butter will be at room temperature and ready for use in recipe. 2 3 4 Ice Cream Place container in oven. Ice cream will be soft enough to make scooping easier. Cream Cheese Frozen Juice 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. MELT TABLE Code 1 2 Cate-

gory Butter/

Marga-

rine

Choco late 3 Cheese Amount 1, 2 or 3 sticks Pint, Quart, Half gallon 3 or 8 oz. 6, 12 or 16 oz. 4 Marsh-

mallows 16 Direction Unwrap and place in microwavable container

. No need to cover butter

. Stir at the end of cooking to complete melting. Choose the 4 or 8 oz.(actual weight) selection to melt squares of baking chocolate. Unwrap squares and place them in a microwavable container.Stir at the end of cycle to complete melting. If using chocolate morsels always use the 4 oz. setting. Stir at the end of the cycle to complete melting.Add time as necessary if more than 4 oz. dry measure is being melted. 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. Amount 1, 2 or 3 sticks 4 or 8 oz. 8 or 16 oz. 5 or 10 oz. USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN COOK TIME This feature lets you program a specic cook time and power. For best results, there are 10 power level settings in addition to HIGH power (100%). Refer to the Microwave Power Level Table for more information. NOTE: If you do not select a power level, the oven will automatically cook at HIGH (100%) power. Example: To cook for 5 minutes, 30 seconds at 80% power. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Touch TIME COOK. Touch [5],[3]and[0]. Touch POWER LEVEL. Touch 8. Touch START. MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS Your microwave oven has 10 cook power levels to let you cook or heat a wide variety of foods. Refer to the table below for suggestions:

Microwave Power Level Table Power Level 10

(High) 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Use Boiling water. Making candy. Cooking poultry pieces, sh, & vegetables. Cooking tender cuts of meat. Whole poultry. Reheating rice, pasta, & vegetables. Reheating prepared foods quickly. Reheating sandwiches. Cooking egg, milk, & cheese dishes. Cooking cakes, breads. Melting chocolate. Cooking veal. Cooking whole sh. Cooking puddings & custard. Cooking ham, whole poultry, & lamb. Cooking rib roast, sirloin tip. Thawing meat, poultry, & seafood. Cooking less tender cuts of meat. Cooking pork chops, roast. Taking chill out of fruit. Softening butter. Keeping casseroles & main dishes warm. Softening butter & cream cheese. Standing time. 17 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN WARNING: Do not use aluminum foil during cooking cycle. COOKING TIPS Meat 1. No special techniques are required. Meat should be prepared as with conventional cooking. Season if desired. Always thoroughly defrost meat before cook-

ing. 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 5. time. gnikooc retfa nevo ni setunim 01-5 rof dnats teL The standing time is very important as it completes the cooking process. 6. Make sure meat, especially pork, is thoroughly cooked before eating. Meat Cooking Table Meat Microwave Power Cooking Time Per Pound 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 8 8 HIGH(100%) 91/2 to 11 1/2 minutes 11 1/2 to 14 minutes 61/2 to 9 1/2 minutes HIGH(100%) HIGH(100%) 21/2 to 41/2 minutes 31/2 to 51/2 minutes 8 12 1/2 to 161/2 minutes HIGH(100%) HIGH(100%) 21/2 to 31/2 minutes 31/2 to 41/2 minutes 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 compo-

sition of the food. 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 in oven after cooking before carving. The standing time is very important, as 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 esh is rm. Poultry Cooking Table Poultry CHICKEN Whole Breast (boned) Portions TURKEY Whole Microwave Power Cooking Time Per Pound 8 8 8 8 11 to 15 minutes 10 to 14 minutes 11 to 17 minutes 11 to 15 minutes 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. 18 USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN COOKING TIPS (continued) Fish 1. Arrange sh 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 sh if desired. 5. Let stand as directed in the Cooking Table before serving. 6. After standing time, check to see that the sh is thoroughly cooked. The sh should be opaque and ake easily. Fresh Fish Cooking Table Microwave Power Cooking Time Per Pound Butter Standing Time 41/2 to 8 minutes Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice) 2 to 3 minutes Fish Fish Fillets Whole Mackerel, Cleaned and Prepared Whole Trout, Cleaned and Prepared HIGH HIGH 41/2 to 8 minutes HIGH 51/2 to 9 minutes 3 to 4 minutes 3 to 4 minutes Salmon Steaks HIGH 51/2 to 8 minutes Add 15 to 30 ml (1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice) 3 to 4 minutes ENERGY SAVING ECO ON feature saves energy by turning off the display.This feature only operates when the STOP/ CLEAR (ECO ON) button is touched and then cancels when the door is opened or any button is touched. To set the ECO ON 1. Touch STOP/CLEAR (ECO ON)

The display will go out and ECO ON will be active. Touch the STOP/CLEAR (ECO ON) or any other button to cancel this feature when it is on. 19 TROUBLESHOOTING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Operation Question Why is the oven light not on during cooking?

Answer There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on. Have you:

Set a cooking time?

Touched START?

Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent?

Steam is normally produced during cooking. The microwave oven has been designed to vent this steam. 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 the wall outlet for the rst time, and it does not work properly. What is wrong?

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 re, 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 rst 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. Why do I see light reection around the outer case?

This light is from the oven light which is located between the oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven. What are the various sounds I hear when the microwave oven is operating?

The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the microwave ovens 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. 20 TROUBLESHOOTING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (continued) Food Question Answer What is wrong when baked foods have a hard, dry, brown spot?

A hard, dry, brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking or reheating time. Why do eggs sometimes pop?

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. Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a little dry after cooking?

Is it possible to pop popcorn in a microwave oven?

Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked, even if the same recipe is used each time. The cooking time may need to be varied 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 specically for microwave cooking

(2) prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that is made for specic 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 re. CAUTION:

Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to pop leftover kernels. Why do baked apples sometimes burst during cooking?

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. Why do baked potatoes sometimes burn during cooking?

If the cooking time is too long, re could result. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly rm. CAUTION: Do not overcook. Why is a standing time recommended after microwave cooking time is over?

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. Why is additional time required for cooking food stored in the refrigerator?

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. 21 TROUBLESHOOTING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE 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 LG Authorized Service Center. LG Authorized Service Centers are fully equipped to handle your service requirements. Problem Oven does not start Arcing or Sparking Incorrect time of day Unevenly Cooked Foods Overcooked Foods Undercooked Foods Improper Defrosting Possible Causes 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?

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT WARNING:

Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television. receiver. Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the Move the microwave oven away from the receiver. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the receiver are on different branch circuits. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modication to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference. This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturers instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 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:

w to cause cancer. Wash hands after handing. 22 WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California LG MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTY USA LG Electronics, Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LGs 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. Model LCRT1510SV WARRANTY PERIOD:

LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase*. PARTS (except as listed below): One Year from the Date of Purchase*. MAGNETRON: Ten Years from the Date of Purchase*. Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original units 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. 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 the product type (Microwave) and your ZIP code ready. Or visit our website at: http://us.lgservice.com 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 specic legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:

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. Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, re, ood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized modication 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-

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