OPERATION Control Panel Before Use Quick Start and Stop Manual Cooking Cooking Mode Cookware Guide Cooking Guide 21 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Feature 24 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Replacing Parts 26 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Before Calling for Service 30 LIMITED WARRANTY...
en-us_main.book.book Page 3 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 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.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 4 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: - Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. - Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 5 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not use recycled paper products. They may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in cooking. • The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating. •...
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en-us_main.book.book Page 6 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Radio/TV/Wireless Equipment Interference • Operating the microwave oven near equipment-such as a radio, TV, wireless LAN, Bluetooth devices, medical equipment, or wireless equipment which uses the same frequency, may cause interference. This interference is not an indication of a defect in the product or its operation.
Glass Turntable Location of Model Number Specifications Cooking Guide MVEF1323F Model Grease Filter • Power Supply: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Cooktop Light • Rated Power Consumption: 1800 W (Microwave oven with cooktop lamp and ventilation fan) Window with Metal Shield †...
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en-us_main.book.book Page 8 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM INSTALLATION • Be sure that the upper cabinet and rear wall understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the structures can support 150 lb. plus the weight of appliance is properly grounded. any items you place inside the oven or upper - Do not use an extension cord.
en-us_main.book.book Page 9 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel Control Lock • Press and hold STOP/Clear for 3 seconds to lock the control panel. Control Panel Features Cook Time • Press Cook Time to enter the cooking time. Power Level •...
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en-us_main.book.book Page 10 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 10 OPERATION Press 1 to select Clock Setting. Press the number keys to set the time (3, 0, and 0), and press Timer On/Off. • The timer starts immediately and the time Press the number keys to set the correct time counts down in the display.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 11 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM OPERATION Microwave Power Levels NOTE This microwave oven is equipped with 10 power • Turn the microwave’s vent fan on whenever you levels to give you maximum flexibility and control use the cooktop below it. The fan captures over cooking.
en-us_main.book.book Page 12 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 12 OPERATION Setting Up Wi-Fi Cooking for 5 Minutes, 30 Seconds at 80% Power Press Settings. Press Cook Time. Press 6 to select Wi-Fi. Press the number keys to set the cook time (5:30).
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en-us_main.book.book Page 13 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM OPERATION Use the number keys to enter the desired WARNING amounts. • Be careful when handling the container. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling. Therefore, care must Press START/Enter.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 14 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 14 OPERATION - Food temperature: Room - Food temperature: Refrigerated - Instructions: Put the rice and water in the bowl - Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. as below. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes. Rice 0.5 cup (96 g), water 1-1/3 cups (314 g) •...
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en-us_main.book.book Page 15 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM OPERATION • Popcorn (3.0 - 3.5 oz) When the oven beeps, turn food over. After defrosting, let stand for 5-15 minutes. - Pop only one package at a time. For best results, use a fresh bag of popcorn.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 16 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 16 OPERATION - Instructions: Unwrap and place food in oven. - Instructions: Chocolate chips or squares of Butter will be at room temperature and ready baking chocolate may be used. Unwrap and for use in a recipe.
en-us_main.book.book Page 17 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM OPERATION Kids Meal Menu microwave safe. Remember to make a slit in the bag so that steam can escape. Never use Refer to the information below to set the desired ordinary plastic bags for cooking in the menu item and see the recommended amounts.
en-us_main.book.book Page 18 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 18 OPERATION • Aluminum Foil • If the temperature of the water does not change but the container becomes warm, it - Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because is not safe for use in the microwave oven. they hinder cooking and may cause harmful arcing.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 19 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM OPERATION - Temperature: Ice-cold ingredients take much - Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even longer to cook than room temperature defrosting. ingredients. - Place food in a shallow container or in a •...
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en-us_main.book.book Page 20 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 20 OPERATION • Use thermometers that have been approved for microwave oven cooking. • The turntable must always be in place when you operate the oven.
- Turn on the Push Alerts to receive appliance status notifications. The notifications are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with not open. your existing account or create an LG account •...
(WPA2 is recommended), and opensource.lge.com. connect the product again. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of Radio Equipment Specifications media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
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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.
en-us_main.book.book Page 24 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 24 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Wipe with a damp cloth followed immediately by a dry cloth. Cleaning the Interior Press STOP/Clear after cleaning. Use a damp cloth to clean the surfaces of the door and wipe out crumbs between the door and the frame.
6 to 12 months, and more often if necessary. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. To order a new charcoal filter, contact an LG Customer Information Center or visit the lg.com website. Place your finger on the Finger Groove, push back, and pull down to remove the grease filter.
en-us_main.book.book Page 26 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 26 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.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 27 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Standing time means that food should be taken out of the oven and covered for additional time after cooking. This process allows the cooking to finish, saves energy, and frees the oven for other purposes.
en-us_main.book.book Page 28 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 28 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 •...
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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.
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...
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• 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.
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en-us_main.book.book Page 32 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM 32 LIMITED WARRANTY Problem Cause Solution • Check user Spark / Arcing Aluminum foil or metal utensil used in microwave mode. instructions. • DO NOT use aluminum foil or metal utensils in microwave mode.
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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.
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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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Page 35 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:29 PM LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: U.S.A. 1-800-243-0000 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...
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