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Trouble shooting, Before calling for service – LG LMV1976ST User Manual

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Check the following list to be sure a service call is
really necessary. A quick reference of this manual as
well as reviewing additional information on items to
check may prevent an unneeded service call.

If nothing on the oven operates:
• check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main

circuit breaker.

• check if oven is properly connected to electric circuit

in house.

• check that controls are set properly.

If the oven interior light does not works:
• the light bulb is loose or defective.

If oven will not cook:
• check that control panel was programmed correctly.
• check that door is firmly closed.
• check that Start Pad was pressed.
• check that probe was inserted correctly

into receptacle.

• check that timer wasn’t started instead of a cook

function.

If oven takes longer than normal to cook or cooks
too rapidly:
• be sure the Power Level is programmed properly.

If the time of day clock does not always keep
correct time:
• check that the power cord is fully inserted into the

outlet receptacle.

• be sure the oven is the only appliance on the

electrical circuit.

If food cooks unevenly:
• be sure food is evenly shaped.
• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.
• check placement of aluminum foil strips used to prevent

overcooking.

If food is undercooked:
• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, time, &

power levels) were correctly followed.

• be sure microwave oven is on a separate circuit.
• be sure food is completely defrosted before cooking.

If food is overcooked:
• check recipe to be sure all directions (amount, power

level, time, size of dish) were followed.

If arcing (sparks) occur:
• be sure microwavable dishes were used.
• be sure wire twist ties weren’t used.
• be sure oven wasn’t operated when empty.

• make sure metal rack (if used) is properly installed on 4

supports.

If the Display shows a time counting down but the
oven is not cooking:
• check that door is firmly closed.
• check that timer wasn’t started instead of a cooking

function.

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

TROUBLE SHOOTING