Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 3 WARNING 7 INSTALLATION 7 Product Overview 8 Installation Requirements 10 OPERATION 10 Control Panel 11 Before Use 13 Quick Start and Stop 13 Operating the Microwave 20 Operating the Oven 27 Cookware Guide 29 Coo...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE; Safety Messages; WARNING; Technical Safety
3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 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 mess...
Page 4 - Operation
4 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. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combusti...
Page 5 - Maintenance
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH • 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. Children must be kept away...
Page 6 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY
6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE 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. • Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipm...
Page 7 - INSTALLATION; Product Overview; Front View
7 INSTALLATION ENGLISH INSTALLATION Product Overview Front View a Vent Grille b Glass Turntable c Location of Model Number d Grease Filter e Cooktop Light f Window with Metal Shield g Safety Door Lock System h Control Panel Accessories Accessories will vary depending on the model purchased. a Glass ...
Page 8 - How to Use Accessories; Specifications; Installation Requirements; Installation Location
8 INSTALLATION How to Use Accessories $ : Recommended method % : Alternate method -: Do not use NOTE • Do not operate the oven when it is empty except when preheating in the convection mode only. Never operate the microwave while the oven is empty. Specifications MHES173** Model • Power Supply : 120...
Page 9 - Grounding Instructions
9 INSTALLATION ENGLISH constructed of a minimum of 2" x 4" wood studding and 3/8" thick drywall or plaster/lath. • Attach the 2 lag screws supporting the oven to a vertical, 2" x 4" wall stud. • DO NOT mount the microwave oven to an island or peninsula cabinet. • Be sure that the...
Page 10 - OPERATION; Control Panel; Control Panel Features
10 OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features a MICROWAVE • Select various microwave cooking functions. See Manual Cooking section and Cooking Mode section. b CONVECTION • Select various convection cooking functions. See Cooking Mode section. c Display • Shows the time of day, cook tim...
Page 11 - Before Use; Setting the Clock
11 OPERATION ENGLISH • Set the light. press Hi , Low , or Off to adjust the cooktop light. • Set the ventilation. - Press On/Off to turn the vent fan on or off. - Press 5 Speed to set the vent fan speed. - Press Auto Timeset to set ventilation time. (1, 3, 5, 10, and 30 minutes) Control Panel Light ...
Page 12 - Custom Setting
12 OPERATION Turning the Vent Fan On or Off 1 Press On/Off once to turn the vent fan on. 2 Press On/Off again to turn the vent fan off. Setting the Vent Fan Speed When the fan is on, press 5 Speed to change the vent fan speed.• The fan speed will change in sequence from Level 4 to Level 5, Level 1, ...
Page 13 - Quick Start and Stop; Using Quick Start; Operating the Microwave; Microwave Mode; Cooking for 5 Minutes, 30 Seconds at; Using Express Cook
13 OPERATION ENGLISH Wi-Fi Connect the appliance to a home Wi-Fi network to use smart functions. See SMART FUNCTIONS for more details. Setting Up Wi-Fi 1 Press and hold the Wi-Fi button for three seconds. The Wi-Fi icon f appears at the top of the display. 2 Follow the instructions in the LG ThinQ a...
Page 14 - Using the Sensor Functions; Sensor Cook Menu
14 OPERATION Using the Sensor Functions The sensor features offer convenient cooking or reheating of popular food items automatically using preprogrammed settings.The Sensor system works by detecting built up steam so there is no need to set cook times or power levels.• Make sure the door remains cl...
Page 15 - Sensor Reheat Mode; Sensor Reheat Menu; Popcorn Mode
15 OPERATION ENGLISH • 9 Shrimp (4 - 16 oz) - Cookware: Microwave-safe plate- Food temperature: Refrigerated- Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 2 minutes. • 10 Chicken Pieces (4 - 32 oz) - Cookware: Microwave-safe plate- Food temperature: Refrigerated- Instru...
Page 16 - Popcorn Menu; Steam Cook Mode; Steam Cook Menu
16 OPERATION CAUTION • Only pop popcorn in a microwavable container or in commercial packages designed for microwave ovens. • Do not reuse popcorn bags.• Do not leave microwave unattended while popping corn. • Follow directions on bag.• When popping commercially packaged popcorn, remove the rack fro...
Page 17 - Auto Defrost Mode; Using Defrost Menu; Defrost Menu; More Modes; Soften Mode
17 OPERATION ENGLISH Auto Defrost Mode Using Defrost Menu The oven has 4 preset defrost cycles. The Defrost Menu shows the suggested defrost cycle for various foods. 1 Press Auto Defrost . 2 Use the number keys to enter the desired menu code from the Auto Defrost Menu . 3 Use the number keys to ente...
Page 18 - Soften Menu
18 OPERATION 4 Use the number keys to enter the desired amounts from the Soften Menu . 5 Press START/Enter . • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Soften Menu Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts.• 1 But...
Page 19 - Kids Meal Menu; Simmer Menu
19 OPERATION ENGLISH 5 Press START/Enter . • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Kids Meal Menu This function has preset cook settings for popular foods for kids.• 1 Mac & Cheese (6 or 12 oz) - Cookware: Microwave-safe dish- Food temperature: Refrigerate...
Page 20 - Operating the Oven; Convection Bake Mode; Setting the Convection Bake Function
20 OPERATION • 3 Fusilli (1, 2 ,3, 4 servings) - Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl † - Food temperature: Room- 1 serving (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, fusilli 3 oz/85 g)2 servings (water 4-1/4 cups/1 L, fusilli 6 oz/170 g)3 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 L, fusilli 9 oz/ 255 g)4 servings (water 6-1/3 cups/1.5 ...
Page 21 - Convection Baking Menu
21 OPERATION ENGLISH the oven temperature. (Do not enter the time.) 4 When the melody sounds, place the food in the oven. 5 Set the cook time: Press 4 , 5 , 0 and 0 . 6 Press START/Enter . • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Example: 30 minutes at 375 ℉ wi...
Page 22 - Meat Roasting Menu; Air Fry Mode
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. Check doneness at the minimum time. ...
Page 23 - Air Fry Menu; Combination Mode; Setting the Combination Bake
23 OPERATION ENGLISH 4 Press START/Enter . • When the oven beeps, turn the food over.• When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Air Fry Menu Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts. Adjust cook time according to...
Page 24 - Combination Bake Menu; Combination Roast Function
24 OPERATION 3 Set the cook time: Press 3 , 0 , 0 and 0 . 4 Press START/Enter . • When the cook time ends, a melody sounds and COOK END appears in the display. Combination Bake Menu NOTE • The baking time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. Adjust the time according to the foo...
Page 25 - Speed Combination Mode; Speed Combination Menu; Warm Mode; Setting the Warm Function
25 OPERATION ENGLISH NOTE • The roasting time in the chart above is only a guideline for your reference. Adjust the time according to the food condition or your preference. Check doneness at the minimum time. Speed Combination Mode This function includes 4 presets for cooking common foods without en...
Page 26 - Proof Mode; Setting the Proof Function; Dehydrate; Dehydrate Menu
26 OPERATION • Medium: 165 ℉ (74 ℃ ) • Low: 140 ℉ (60 ℃ ) 3 Press START/Enter to start warming. 4 Press STOP/Clear at any time to cancel. NOTE • This function is intended to keep food warm. Do not use it to cool food down. • It is normal for the fan to operate during the Warm mode. Proof Mode This f...
Page 27 - Cookware Guide; Microwave-Safe Cookware
27 OPERATION ENGLISH • Kiwi - Preparation: Peel and cut into 3/8" (8 - 12 mm) slices. - Set temp / Time: 160 ℉ / 5 - 8 hrs - Use: Snacks • Mangos - Preparation: Remove skin and cut into 3/8" (6 - 10 mm) slices. - Set temp / Time: 160 ℉ / 6 - 9 hrs - Use: Snacks, cereals, baked goods • Pineap...
Page 28 - Microwave-Unsafe Cookware; Convection Cookware
28 OPERATION - Do not put plates with painted decoration in the oven, as the paint may contain metal and cause arcing. Microwave-Unsafe Cookware • Metal Containers/Metal Decoration - Never use metal or metal-rimmed cookware in the microwave oven. - Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce...
Page 29 - Cooking Guide; Cooking Tips
29 OPERATION ENGLISH • Heat-resistant plastic microwave cookware (safe to 450°F) may be used, but is not recommended for foods that require crusting or all-around browning, because plastic is a poor conductor of heat. Cooking Guide Cooking Tips Carefully monitor the food in the microwave oven while ...
Page 30 - Convection Cooking Tips; Combination Cooking Tips; Precautions
30 OPERATION food is still frozen solid in the center, return it to the microwave oven for more defrosting. - Depending on the shape of the food, some areas may defrost more quickly than others. - The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more quic...
Page 32 - SMART FUNCTIONS; LG ThinQ Application; LG ThinQ Application Features; Before Using LG ThinQ Application
32 SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application This feature is only available on models with Wi-Fi.The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features • Settings - Allows you to set various options on the oven and in the ap...
Page 33 - Installing the LG ThinQ Application; Wireless LAN Module Specifications; FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement; Open Source Software Notice
33 SMART FUNCTIONS ENGLISH unplug the appliance and wait about a minute before trying again. • If the firewall on your wireless router is enabled, disable the firewall or add an exception to it. • The wireless network name (SSID) should be a combination of English letters and numbers. (Do not use sp...
Page 34 - Smart Diagnosis; Feature; Using LG ThinQ to Diagnose Issues
34 SMART FUNCTIONS Smart Diagnosis TM Feature This feature is only available on models with the c or d 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...
Page 35 - MAINTENANCE; Cleaning
35 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH 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 aft...
Page 36 - Replacing Parts; Replacing the Charcoal Filter
36 MAINTENANCE 3 Rinse well and shake to dry.• Do not use ammonia or place in a dishwasher. The aluminum will darken. 4 To reinstall, slide the filter in on the back side and push it upward to secure it. NOTE • Do not operate the hood without the filters in place. Replacing Parts Replacing the Charc...
Page 37 - TROUBLESHOOTING; FAQs; Frequently Asked Questions
37 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will the oven be damaged if it operates while empty? A: Yes. Never operate the oven while it is empty or without the glass tray. Q: Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? A: No. The metal screen...
Page 39 - Before Calling for Service
39 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH Before Calling for Service Operation Problem Possible Cause & Solution Microwave oven does not start Power cord is unplugged, door is open, or cooking time has not been set. • Plug in power cord. Or, check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker.• Cl...
Page 41 - LIMITED WARRANTY; USA; TERMS AND CONDITIONS; THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
41 LIMITED WARRANTY ENGLISH LIMITED WARRANTY USA TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG ELECTRONICS ("LG") TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBIT...
Page 42 - NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY
42 LIMITED WARRANTY • Damage or failure of the Product resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the Product owner’s manual. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of nature, or any other cause...
Page 44 - PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES:
44 LIMITED WARRANTY PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION. BINDING ARBITRATION MEANS THAT YO...
