LG LRE3061ST the oven smokes excessively during broiling
Cause 1 of 5The control is not set properly. Source: Troubleshooting: Before Calling for Service, p. 47
First checkFollow the Setting Oven Controls instructions.
Causes and checks
The control is not set properly. Source: Troubleshooting: Before Calling for Service, p. 47
- Follow the Setting Oven Controls instructions.
The meat is too close to the element. Source: Troubleshooting: Before Calling for Service, p. 47
- Reposition the rack to give the meat clearance from the element.
- Preheat the broil element for searing.
The meat is not properly prepared. Source: Troubleshooting: Before Calling for Service, p. 47
- Remove excess fat from the meat.
- Cut the remaining fatty edges to prevent curling.
The insert on the broiler pan is the wrong way up, so grease does not drain. Source: Troubleshooting: Before Calling for Service, p. 47
- Place the grid on the broiler pan with ribs up and slots down so grease drips into the pan.
Grease has built up on the oven surfaces. Source: Troubleshooting: Before Calling for Service, p. 47
- Clean the oven regularly when broiling frequently. Old grease or food spatters cause excessive smoking.
All 5 causes checked. Contact LG Customer Information Center: 1-800-243-0000.
Service
If the checks above do not clear it, contact LG Customer Information Center: 1-800-243-0000, lg.com/us/support. United States (Canada: 1-888-542-2623). Source: Product Overview: Accessories; Limited Warranty: To Obtain Warranty Service, pp. 9, 53
Other LRE3061ST problems
- Oven will not work4 causes in the manual. First: the range plug is not completely inserted in the outlet.
- The appliance does not operate3 causes in the manual. First: the cord is not plugged in correctly.
- Oven light does not workThe bulb is loose or has failed.
- Food does not bake or roast properly4 causes in the manual. First: the oven controls are set incorrectly.
- Food does not broil properly5 causes in the manual. First: the oven controls are set incorrectly.
- Oven temperature is too hot or too coldThe oven sensor needs to be adjusted.
- Scratches or abrasions on the cooktop surface3 causes in the manual. First: salt, sand or other coarse particles between the cooktop and utensils scratched it.
- Metal marks, brown streaks or discoloration on the cooktop3 causes in the manual. First: metal utensils scraped across the cooktop.
- Surface units do not work properly2 causes in the manual. First: A fuse in the home is blown or the circuit breaker has tripped.
- Surface units will not maintain a rolling boil or cook fast enough2 causes in the manual. First: the cookware is not suited to the unit.
- Racks are sticky and hard to slideRacks stiffen over time.
- Range is not level2 causes in the manual. First: the installation is poor, or the floor is not level.
Sources
- Owner's Manual, Electric Range LRE3083**, LRE3061**, LRE3193** and LRE3060**. LG Electronics Inc. Document MFL57206015, revision Rev.10, 2019-04-30, 108 pages, en-US. gscs-b2c.lge.com. Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.