LG LMC1575XX 1.5 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave in Stainless Steel with Smart Inverter User Manual

LG LMC1575XX 1.5 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave in Stainless Steel with

Smart Inverter

OPERATION

Control Panel
The actual control panel may differ from model to model.

Control Panel Features

1. Display
   Shows the time of day, cooking time settings, and selected cooking functions.

2. Sensor Operations
   Press the buttons to select preprogrammed cook and defrost settings for popular food items.

3. Power Level
   Press Power Level to set a cooking power.

4. Cook Time
   Press Cook Time to manually set a desired cook time.

5. Timer
   Press Timer to use your microwave oven as a kitchen timer.

6. More/Less
   Press the + or – button to set cooking time, power level, quantity, or weight.

7. STOP/Clear/Lock

   • Press STOP/Clear to stop the oven or clear all entries.
   • Press and hold STOP/Clear for 3 seconds to lock the control panel.

8. START/Enter

   • Press START/Enter to start the oven or enter amounts.
   • Press START/Enter to cook at 100% cook power for 30 seconds.
   • Press START/Enter during cooking to increase cook time by 30 seconds. (Add up to 99 minutes and 59 seconds)

Using the Control Panel

Touch Buttons
To use the this buttons, press inside the text area.

Slide Touch
Use the this button to adjust the cooking time or defrost weight.

• To increase the cooking time
  Press and slowly slide from left to right. Or, press button

• To decrease the cooking time
  Press and slowly slide from right to left. Or, press button.

NOTE

• Do not use rubber gloves or disposable gloves when using the touch button.
• When wiping the control panel with a wet towel, dry off any remaining moisture from the control panel.
• If the setting does not increase or decrease when you press the More/Less buttons remove your finger and try again.
• Adjusting the time
  • 0 – 3 minutes: Set time will increase or decrease by 10 seconds.
  • 3 – 20 minutes: Set time will increase or decrease by 30 seconds.
  • 20 – 90 minutes: Set time will increase or decrease by 1 minute.
  • While oven is running: Remaining time will increase or decrease by 10 seconds.
• Defrost weight: Weight will increase or decrease by 0.1 kg.

Before Use

Setting the Clock
Set the current time to operate the microwave oven.

1. Open the oven door.

2. Press START/Enter to confirm the 12H clock display.
   To switch between the 12-hour and 24-hour clock modes, press +.

3. Press + or – repeatedly to set the desired hour, and press START/Enter.

4. Press + or – repeatedly to set the desired minutes, and press START/Enter.

NOTE

• To reset the clock mode, unplug and reconnect the power cord.
• To keep the time of day from appearing in the display, press Stop/Clear after plugging in the oven.
• When the oven is not in use, the display turns off to save energy, unless the time of day is set to show in the display.

Child Lock
Use this safety feature to lock the control panel before cleaning the oven or to prevent children from unsupervised use of the oven.

Setting Child Lock to ON

1. Press STOP/Clear.
2. Press and hold STOP/Clear until Loc appears in the display (approximately 3 seconds).

Canceling Child Lock
Press and hold STOP/Clear until Loc disappears in the display (approximately 3 seconds).

NOTE

• If set, the time of day reappears in the display after 1 second.
• If the oven is locked, Loc appears in the display when any key is pressed.
• Unlock the oven to resume normal use.

Kitchen Timer

The Timer function serves as an extra kitchen timer. It chimes when the set time runs out. It does not start or stop cooking.

Setting Timer

1. Open the oven door. Press Timer.
2. Set the desired time by pressing + or – repeatedly until the time appears in the display. Or close the oven door and use the slide touch button to rapidly increase the time.
3. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter.
   The oven starts immediately and the time counts down in the display.

Canceling the Timer
Press Timer. The display returns to the time of day.

NOTE
When the time is over a melody sounds and End displays. Press STOP/Clear.

Weight Conversion

Most food weights are given in pounds and ounces. If using pounds, food weights must be entered into auto defrost in pounds and tenths of pounds (decimals). Use the following equivalent weight in if necessary to convert food weights to decimals.

Microwave Power Levels

This microwave oven is equipped with 10 power levels to give you maximum flexibility and control over cooking.
When operating at 100 – 80 % power levels for prolonged periods, the output power will be reduced gradually to help prevent the unit from electrically overheating.

P-HI

(100 %)

| •   Boiling water.

•   Browning ground beef.

•   Making candy.

•   Cooking whole poultry, poultry pieces, fish & vegetables.

•   Cooking tender cuts of meat.

P-90

(90%)

| •   Reheating rice, pasta & vegetables.
P-80

(80%)

| •   Reheating prepared foods quickly.

•   Reheating sandwiches.

P-70

| •   Cooking egg, milk and cheese dishes.

•   Cooking cakes and breads.

•   Melting chocolate.

P-60

| •   Cooking veal.

•   Cooking whole fish.

•   Cooking puddings and custard.

P-50

| •   Cooking ham, whole poultry and lamb.

•   Cooking rib roast and sirloin tip.

P-40| •   Thawing meat, poultry and seafood.
P-30| •   Cooking less tender cuts of meat.

P-20

| •   Taking chill out of fruit.

•   Softening butter.

P-10

| •   Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm.

•   Softening butter and cream cheese.

P-00| •   Standing time.

Quick Start and Stop

Using Quick Start
The Quick Start feature allows you to set 30- second intervals of High power cooking with each press of the Start/Enter button. Cooking for 2 Minutes on High Power

1. Close the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.
2. Press START/Enter four times.
   • The oven starts immediately and the time counts down in the display.
   • Press START/Enter repeatedly to extend the cook time by 30 seconds every time the button is pressed.

Interrupting Cooking

• To stop the oven during a cycle, open the door.
• To restart cooking, close the door and press START/Enter.
• To stop cooking and clear the remaining cook time, open the door and press STOP/Clear.

Manual Cooking

Using Manual Cooking
When not using the auto cooking functions, the cooking time and power level are set manually.
Cooking for 5 Minutes, 30 Seconds at 80% Power

1. Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.

2. Press Cook Time, and press + or – repeatedly until the desired cooking time appears in the display (5:30).

3. Press Power Level, and press – repeatedly until the desired power level appears in the display (P-80).
   The power decreases in 10-percent increments.

4. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter.
   When cooking is complete, a chime sounds and End appears in the display window. End remains in the display and the chime repeats every minute until the door is opened, or any button is pressed.

NOTE
If a power level is not selected, the oven defaults to 100% power.

Cooking Mode

Cook your favorite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels.

Sensor/Auto Cook Mode

Sensor Cooking Bacon
This feature is only available on some models. The Sensor system works by detecting built up steam. The oven automatically adjusts cooking times, the amount of food, and power levels.

1. Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.

2. Press Sensor Cook repeatedly until Sc-6 appears in the display.
   Code: Sc-1 to Sc-7

3. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter.

NOTE

• Opening the door or pressing the STOP/Clear button before the steam is detected will stop the process and the oven.
• Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good sensor cooking results.
  • Always use microwavable containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap.
  • Never use tight-sealing plastic covers. They can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.
  • Match the amount to the size of the container.
  • Fill containers at least half full.
  • Be sure the outside of the cooking container and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

Auto Cooking Bacon
This feature is only available on some models
Auto Cook has preprogrammed settings to automatically cook certain foods. Select the desired food item, and enter the amount. The oven automatically cooks the item.

1. Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.

2. Press Auto Cook repeatedly until Ac-1 appears in the display.
   Code: Ac-1 to Ac-7

3. Press + until the correct amount appears in the display.

4. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter.

Sensor/Auto Cook Menu

Refer to the below to set the desired code and weight.

Sc-1 or Ac-1 Bacon (2 – 4 slices)
Place bacon slices on a microwave bacon rack. Or use a dinner plate lined with paper towels.

Sc-2 or Ac-2 Fresh Vegetable (1 – 4 cups)

• Place in a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Add water and cover with vented plastic wrap.
  • 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
  • 3-4 cups: add 4 tbsp water.
• Standing time: 3 minutes

Sc-3 or Ac-3 Frozen Entree (10 – 40 oz.)

• Remove from outer display package. Slit cover. If not in microwave-safe container, place on a microwaveable plate and cover with vented plastic wrap.
• Standing time: 3 minutes

Sc-4 or Ac-4 Frozen Vegetable (1 – 4 cups)

• Place in a microwaveable bowl or casserole. Add water and cover with vented plastic wrap.
  • 1-2 cups: add 2 tbsp water.
  • 3-4 cups: add 4 tbsp water.
• Standing time: 3 minutes

Sc-5 or Ac-5 Oatmeal (1 – 2 servings)

• Combine water or milk, salt and oats in large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
  • 1 serving: 0.5 cup (40 g) oats, 1 cup (230 g) water or milk, dash of salt.
  • 2 servings: 1 cup (80 g) oats, 1.5 cup (345 g) water or milk, 1/8 tsp salt.
• Standing time: 3 minutes

Sc-6 or Ac-6 Potato (1 – 4 ea)

• Pierce skin with a fork and place on paper towel. Do not cover.
• Standing time: 5 minutes

Sc-7 or Ac-7 Rice (0.5 – 2 cups, 96 g – 384g)

• Use a large, deep microwave-safe bowl (3 qt./3 L).
• Combine 1 part rice to 2 parts water. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
• Standing time: 5 – 10 minutes.

Sensor Reheating a Beverage

1. Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.

2. Press Sensor Reheat once to select Sr-1.
   Code: Sr-1 to Sr-5

3. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter.

Auto Reheating a Beverage

1. Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.

2. Press Auto Reheat once to select Ar-1.
   Code: Ar-1 to Ar-5

3. Press + until the correct amount appears in the display.

4. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter.

NOTE
Do not use recycled paper products in the microwave oven. They sometimes contain impurities that cause arcing and sparking.

Sensor Reheat Menu

Refer to the below to set the desired code and weight.

Sr-1 or Ar-1 Beverage (1 – 2 cups, 240 ml per cup)

• Use a mug or microwave-safe cup. Do not cover.
• Stir after reheating. (Be careful! The beverage will be very hot. Sometimes liquids heated in cylindrical containers will splash out unexpectedly when the cup is moved.)

Sr-2 or Ar-2 Casserole (10 – 20 oz)

• Place food in a bowl or casserole or on a plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
• Standing time: 3 minutes

Sr-3 or Ar-3 Dinner Plate (1 serving)

• Place food in a bowl or casserole or on a plate. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
• Standing time: 3 minutes

Sr-4 or Ar-4 Pie (10 – 20 oz)
Cut leftover pie into pieces. Place food on a microwave-safe dish.

Sr-5 or Ar-5 Pizza (1 – 3 slices)

• Place on paper towel on a microwave safe plate.
• This is a reheat function for leftover pizza. Do not use to cook pizza.

Popcorn Mode

Prepare microwave popcorn simply and easily, one bag at a time.

• Sensor Popcorn only uses HI (100%) power.
• The popping time counts down in the display.
• When the countdown ends, a melody sounds and End appears in the display. The oven turns off automatically.
• Place one bag only (50 – 100g) of prepackaged microwave popcorn on a microwave-safe / ovensafe dish on the turntable. The package should be at room temperature.

1. Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.
2. Press Popcorn once.
3. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter.

CAUTION

• Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to pop leftover kernels.
• 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 the popcorn being burnt and smoking badly.
• Do not repop unpopped kernels in the microwave.
• 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

• When popping prepackaged popcorn, place the bag carefully in the oven so it does not touch the walls as it rotates. Fold the ends of the bag up and toward the center of the bag.
• If popcorn bag size is not known, follow manufacturer’s instructions and do not use this feature.
• Do not use Popcorn button in combination with any other feature buttons.
• Do not attempt to reheat or cook any unpopped kernels.
• Do not reuse bag. Overcooking can result in an oven fire.
• Prepare only one bag at a time.
• Do not use popcorn popping devices in microwave oven with this feature.
• Do not leave microwave unattended while cooking popcorn.

Popcorn Menu
Refer to the below to set the desired code and weight.

Pop Popcorn (3.5 oz.)
Pop only one package at a time. For best results, use a fresh bag of popcorn. Place a bag of prepackaged microwave popcorn on the center of the glass tray.

Defrost Mode

The oven has 4 preset defrost cycles. The Defrost Menu shows the suggested defrost cycle for various foods. This defrost function conveniently chimes during the cycle to remind you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange the food.
Cooking 1.2 Lb of Ground Beef

1. Open the oven door. Press STOP/Clear.
2. Press Defrost once to select dEF1.
3. Press + until display shows 1.2 lbs.
4. Close the oven door. Press START/Enter. At the chime, open the oven door and turn the food over. Remove any food that has thawed. Return the items which are still frozen to the oven and press Start/Enter to complete the defrost cycle.

NOTE

• The countdown appears in the display after Start/Enter is pressed. The oven chimes once during the defrost cycle.
• When using this defrost function, the weight to be entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container).

Defrost Menu
Refer to the below to set the desired code and weight.

dEF1 Meat (0.1 – 6.0 lbs)

• Beef: Ground beef, round steak, stew cubes, tenderloin steak, pot roast, rib roast, rump roast, chuck roast, hamburger patties
• Lamb: Chops, rolled roast
• Pork: Chops, hot dogs, spareribs, country-style ribs, rolled roast, sausage
• Veal: Cutlets (1 lb., ½ inch thick)
• Turn food over at beep.
• Standing time: 5-15 minutes

dEF2 Poultry (0.1 – 6.0 lbs)

• Poultry: Whole, cut-up, breast (boneless)
• Cornish Hens: Whole
• Turkey: Breast
• Rinse chicken with tap water and let stand for 60 minutes after cooking for better results.
• Turn food over at beep.
• Standing time: 60 minutes

dEF3 Fish (0.1 – 4.0 lbs)

• Fish: Fillets, whole steaks
• Shellfish: Crab meat, lobster tails, shrimp, scallops
• Turn food over at beep.
• Standing time: 5-10 minutes

dEF4 Bread (0.1 – 2.0 lbs)

• Sliced bread, buns, baguettes, etc.
• Separate slices and place between paper towels or on flat plate. Turn food over at beep.
• Standing time: 1-2 minutes

Cooking Guide

Cooking Tips
Carefully monitor the food in the microwave oven while it is cooking. Directions given in recipes to elevate, stir, etc., are the minimum steps recommended. If food is overcooked (dry), undercooked, or unevenly cooked, make adjustments before or during cooking to correct the problem.

Overcooked or Dry Food

• Sprinkling: Sprinkle low-moisture foods such as roasts and vegetables with water before cooking, or cover them to retain moisture.
• Density: Light, porous food such as cakes and breads cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods such as roasts and casseroles.
• Shielding: Cover the corners of square dishes with small strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Don’t use too much foil, and secure the foil to the dish. Foil can cause arcing if it gets too close to the oven walls during cooking.
• Bones and Fat: Bones conduct heat, and fat cooks more quickly than meat. Take care with bony or fatty cuts of meat.

Undercooked Food
Covering: Cover food with a microwave-safe lid, parchment paper (not waxed paper), or plastic wrap to trap heat and steam and cook food more quickly.

• Standing Time: Let food stand for several minutes after being removed from the oven to allow it to finish cooking and help flavors blend and develop.
• Quantity: The more food you place in the oven, the longer the required cooking time.
• Temperature: Ice-cold ingredients take much longer to cook than room temperature ingredients.

Unevenly Cooked Food

• Stirring: Stir food from the outside toward the center during cooking, as food at the outside of the dish heats more quickly.
• Arranging: Turn food over several times during cooking. The upper portion of thick foods cooks more quickly than the lower portion.
• Shaping: Place the thickest portions of foods like meat, poultry or fish toward the outside of the cookware to help them cook more evenly. If possible, shape foods into thin rounds or rings.

Foods with Skin, Shell or Membrane

• Skin or Membrane: Pierce the outsides of foods like potatoes, sausages, or egg whites or yolks before cooking.
• Shell: Pierce or remove the shells from eggs, clams, oysters, or other shelled foods before cooking.

Defrosting Tips

• Remove fish, shellfish, meat, and poultry from its original wrapping paper or plastic package. Otherwise, the wrap close to the foods will hold steam and heat, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to be cooked.
• Remove any metal twist ties.
• Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
• Open containers such as cartons before they are placed in the oven.
• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place the food in a suitable container.
• The length of defrosting time varies depending on the shape of the food and on how solidly the food is frozen.
• As food begins to defrost, separate the food into pieces so that they can defrost more easily.
• Turn over food during defrosting or standing time. Separate into pieces and remove food as required.
• Let food stand after defrosting. Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when removed from the oven.

Precautions

• Do not use your microwave oven to cook eggs in the shell. Pressure can build up inside the shell, causing it to burst.
• Never operate the oven when it is empty. Food or water should always be in the oven during operation to absorb the microwave energy.
• Place the front surface of the door three inches or more from the edge of a countertop to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use.
• To program the oven, press the center of each button firmly. When a button is pressed correctly, a beep sounds and the oven is activated. Do not press several buttons at once.
• Do not strike the control panel with silverware, utensils, etc. It may be damaged or broken.
• Always be careful when taking cookware out of the oven. Some dishes absorb heat from the cooked food and may be hot. See the Cookware Guide section for more information.
• To avoid breakage, allow cookware to cool before rinsing or submerging in water. Always allow the turntable to cool before removing it from the oven.
• 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.

SMART FUNCTIONS

LG ThinQ Application
This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo.
The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone.

LG ThinQ Application Features
Communicate with the appliance from a smartphone using the convenient smart features.

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

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

Installing the LG ThinQ Application
Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smartphone. Follow instructions to download and install the application.

Smart DiagnosisTM Feature

This feature is only available on models with logo.
Use this feature to help you diagnose and solve problems with your appliance.

NOTE

• For reasons not attributable to LGE’s negligence, the service may not operate due to external factors such as, but not limited to, Wi-Fi unavailability, Wi-Fi disconnection, local app store policy, or app unavailability.
• The feature may be subject to change without prior notice and may have a different form depending on where you are located.

Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues

Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.
Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart DiagnosisTM feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the LG ThinQ application.

1. TMHold the mouthpiece of your phone over the Smart Diagnosis icon. Do not touch any other buttons.
2. Press and hold the STOP/Clear button for 8 seconds until 5 appears in the display.
3. After you hear three beeps, release the STOP/Clear button.
4. Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. The display will count down the time. Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, the diagnosis will be displayed in the application.

NOTE
For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning
Cleaning the Interior

1. Use a damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the door and wipe out crumbs between the door and the frame.
2. Remove greasy spatters with a soapy cloth then rinse and dry.
   • Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking chicken or bacon.
   • If steam accumulates inside or outside of the oven door, wipe the panels with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the Exterior

1. Clean the outside of the oven with soap and water.
2. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth or paper towel.
   • To prevent damage to the internal working parts of the oven, do not allow water to seep into the ventilation openings.
   • The door and door seals should be kept clean. Use warm, soapy water to clean. Rinse off soap residue and dry thoroughly.
   • Frequently wipe metal parts with a damp cloth.

Cleaning the Control Panel

1. Open the door to prevent the oven from accidentally starting.
2. Wipe with a damp cloth followed immediately by a dry cloth.
3. Press STOP after cleaning.

Cleaning the Accessories
Wash the glass tray and rotating ring in mild, sudsy water. For heavily soiled areas, use a mild cleanser and scouring sponge. Dry completely before use.
The glass tray and rotating ring are dishwasher safe.

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