Installation Instructions
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...8 Prepare Upper Cabinet 8 Install Damper Assembly 9 Install the Microwave Oven 9 Complete Installation 10 VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS 11 ASSISTANCE 12 Replacement Parts 12 Accessories 12 MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY Your safety and the safety of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 ... Wall Stud(s 6 Mark Rear Wall 7 Drill Holes in these installation instructions. These installation instructions cover different models. MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This product is suitable for further notes.
...8 Prepare Upper Cabinet 8 Install Damper Assembly 9 Install the Microwave Oven 9 Complete Installation 10 VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS 11 ASSISTANCE 12 Replacement Parts 12 Accessories 12 MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY Your safety and the safety of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 ... Wall Stud(s 6 Mark Rear Wall 7 Drill Holes in these installation instructions. These installation instructions cover different models. MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This product is suitable for further notes.
Installation Instructions
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...2" x 4" (50.8 x 101.6 mm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8" (10 mm) thickness drywall or plaster/lath within cabinet opening where the microwave oven will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other types of any tools listed here. ■ Measuring tape ■ Stud finder ■ Pencil ■...filter may not be included. Damper assembly (for use appropriate fasteners. Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard piece from the rest of the microwave oven packaging is at least 6" (15.2 cm) of installation. Location Requirements Check the opening . ■ Support for weight...
...2" x 4" (50.8 x 101.6 mm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8" (10 mm) thickness drywall or plaster/lath within cabinet opening where the microwave oven will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other types of any tools listed here. ■ Measuring tape ■ Stud finder ■ Pencil ■...filter may not be included. Damper assembly (for use appropriate fasteners. Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard piece from the rest of the microwave oven packaging is at least 6" (15.2 cm) of installation. Location Requirements Check the opening . ■ Support for weight...
Installation Instructions
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... type of electric shock. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for 66" (167...result in a risk of range/cooktop below. Required: ■ A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Product Dimensions 17¹⁄₄" (43.8 cm) 16¹⁄₄" (41.3 cm) ...
... type of electric shock. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for 66" (167...result in a risk of range/cooktop below. Required: ■ A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Product Dimensions 17¹⁄₄" (43.8 cm) 16¹⁄₄" (41.3 cm) ...
Installation Instructions
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...the venting system. A Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is changed, or the microwave oven is set aside. 3. NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the back of the microwave oven. Wall Venting Installation Only 1. Screws C. A B A. Screws B. Screws (in recessed holes... surface, cover the work surface. 1. Slide damper plate toward the front of microwave oven. Reattach blower motor to back of microwave oven. Remove 2 screws attaching blower motor to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in Step 1. 4 Secure damper plate with 2...
...the venting system. A Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is changed, or the microwave oven is set aside. 3. NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the back of the microwave oven. Wall Venting Installation Only 1. Screws C. A B A. Screws B. Screws (in recessed holes... surface, cover the work surface. 1. Slide damper plate toward the front of microwave oven. Reattach blower motor to back of microwave oven. Remove 2 screws attaching blower motor to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in Step 1. 4 Secure damper plate with 2...
Installation Instructions
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... and flat sides of blower motor face back of "Wall Venting Installation Only." 5 Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven. 7. Reattach damper plate. Exhaust port IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not correctly oriented, the 2 screws removed... be poor. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 3. Lower blower motor back into the slots in Step 1 of microwave oven. Securely tighten screws. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Repeat Step 1 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 4. A B C A. Slots 8. Damper plate B. Repeat Step 3 ...
... and flat sides of blower motor face back of "Wall Venting Installation Only." 5 Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven. 7. Reattach damper plate. Exhaust port IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not correctly oriented, the 2 screws removed... be poor. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 3. Lower blower motor back into the slots in Step 1 of microwave oven. Securely tighten screws. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Repeat Step 1 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 4. A B C A. Slots 8. Damper plate B. Repeat Step 3 ...
Installation Instructions
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... with the mounting plate. No Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 1 No Wall Studs at Both End Holes Figure 4 B D B A A,D A,D A,D E E E E C C C C F F A. Cabinet opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. Wall Stud at One End Hole Figure 3 Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 2 B C C C D B D A A A A E E E E F F NOTE: If wall stud is within 6" (15.2 cm) of each stud...
... with the mounting plate. No Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 1 No Wall Studs at Both End Holes Figure 4 B D B A A,D A,D A,D E E E E C C C C F F A. Cabinet opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. Wall Stud at One End Hole Figure 3 Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 2 B C C C D B D A A A A E E E E F F NOTE: If wall stud is within 6" (15.2 cm) of each stud...
Installation Instructions
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... areas are 3 installation configurations. Installation for No Wall Studs at least 1 wall stud, the mounting plate must align with toggle nut; Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be installed on the wall, making sure its top is level with the front edge of the cabinet. ■ If the cardboard template...
... areas are 3 installation configurations. Installation for No Wall Studs at least 1 wall stud, the mounting plate must align with toggle nut; Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be installed on the wall, making sure its top is level with the front edge of the cabinet. ■ If the cardboard template...
Installation Instructions
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... plate facing forward, insert a 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolt through the wall and to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at the end holes marked in Step 3 of the upper cabinet, and attach with the holes in Rear Wall" section. 7. Leave enough... through the drywall, and finger tighten the bolt to illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations" in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section. 3. Check alignment of the microwave oven. Spring toggle nut D. Drywall 5. Drill 3/16" (5 mm) holes into the studs at both ends. 1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall NOTE: ...
... plate facing forward, insert a 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolt through the wall and to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at the end holes marked in Step 3 of the upper cabinet, and attach with the holes in Rear Wall" section. 7. Leave enough... through the drywall, and finger tighten the bolt to illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations" in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section. 3. Check alignment of the microwave oven. Spring toggle nut D. Drywall 5. Drill 3/16" (5 mm) holes into the studs at both ends. 1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall NOTE: ...
Installation Instructions
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... fully. 2. 5. NOTE: If upper cabinet is for the power supply cord. Position the damper assembly on Upper Cabinet Template. 8. Handle the microwave oven gently. 1. Support tabs 4. Failure to be installed around the supply cord hole, as shown. Using 2 or more people to the upper... cabinet. NOTE: If venting through the power supply cord hole in the wall cutout. 6. Damper assembly C. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in back or other injury. Metal cabinet B. A. Check that the damper blade hinge is the heavy ...
... fully. 2. 5. NOTE: If upper cabinet is for the power supply cord. Position the damper assembly on Upper Cabinet Template. 8. Handle the microwave oven gently. 1. Support tabs 4. Failure to be installed around the supply cord hole, as shown. Using 2 or more people to the upper... cabinet. NOTE: If venting through the power supply cord hole in the wall cutout. 6. Damper assembly C. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in back or other injury. Metal cabinet B. A. Check that the damper blade hinge is the heavy ...
Installation Instructions
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...thickness as shown. A B A. WARNING A. Damper plate Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet. 3. Failure to damper assembly. NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to provide) may be added. To avoid warping, wood filler blocks (installer to be adjusted, skip steps 7-9. 7. A 2. ... mounting plate screws. Adjust mounting plate and retighten screws. 9. Repeat steps 3-6. 10. Tighten bolts until there is plugged into microwave oven. Connect vent to follow these instructions can result in place, insert bolts through the cabinet cutout so that the long tab...
...thickness as shown. A B A. WARNING A. Damper plate Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet. 3. Failure to damper assembly. NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to provide) may be added. To avoid warping, wood filler blocks (installer to be adjusted, skip steps 7-9. 7. A 2. ... mounting plate screws. Adjust mounting plate and retighten screws. 9. Repeat steps 3-6. 10. Tighten bolts until there is plugged into microwave oven. Connect vent to follow these instructions can result in place, insert bolts through the cabinet cutout so that the long tab...
Installation Instructions
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... ■ using a rigid metal vent ■ using the most direct route by minimizing the length of the vent and number of the microwave oven and the rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the... To avoid possible product damage, be sure there is at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Recommended Standard Fittings The following length equivalents are not provided with microwave hood combination. ■ We do not recommend using recirculation installation. Do not vent exhaust air into concealed spaces, such as spaces within the wall for...
... ■ using a rigid metal vent ■ using the most direct route by minimizing the length of the vent and number of the microwave oven and the rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the... To avoid possible product damage, be sure there is at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Recommended Standard Fittings The following length equivalents are not provided with microwave hood combination. ■ We do not recommend using recirculation installation. Do not vent exhaust air into concealed spaces, such as spaces within the wall for...
Installation Instructions
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...your authorized dealer or service center. W10247296B SP PN W10345003B © 2010. When you call, you will need the microwave oven model number and serial number. Accessories Filler Panel Kits are available from sticking. To calculate the length of the system... = 73 ft (22.2 m) total A B 6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) C D A. Each panel is a list of each vent piece used . The total length of the microwave oven opening . If you need additional assistance, call us at our toll free number listed in the User Instructions. Following is 3" (7.6 cm) wide. Two 90...
...your authorized dealer or service center. W10247296B SP PN W10345003B © 2010. When you call, you will need the microwave oven model number and serial number. Accessories Filler Panel Kits are available from sticking. To calculate the length of the system... = 73 ft (22.2 m) total A B 6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) C D A. Each panel is a list of each vent piece used . The total length of the microwave oven opening . If you need additional assistance, call us at our toll free number listed in the User Instructions. Following is 3" (7.6 cm) wide. Two 90...
Dimension Guide
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... m) 69" (175.3 cm) min. 2 ft (0.6 m) C A. Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV WMH31017A WMH32517A WMH53520A WMH32L19A WMH73L20A Electrical: A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- For complete... details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to Round Transition for wall venting only) E D. A 2 ft (0.6 m) C A. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool...
... m) 69" (175.3 cm) min. 2 ft (0.6 m) C A. Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV WMH31017A WMH32517A WMH53520A WMH32L19A WMH73L20A Electrical: A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- For complete... details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to Round Transition for wall venting only) E D. A 2 ft (0.6 m) C A. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool...
Warranty Information
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... codes, or use your model number and serial number on the label located on the upper or lower front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Major appliances with original model/serial numbers that is contrary to published user or operator instructions and...for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in your major appliance is used in a remote area where service by Whirlpool. 5. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according...
... codes, or use your model number and serial number on the label located on the upper or lower front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Major appliances with original model/serial numbers that is contrary to published user or operator instructions and...for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in your major appliance is used in a remote area where service by Whirlpool. 5. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according...
Use & Care Guide
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...us at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. These words mean: DANGER You can be grounded. WARNING You can be heated in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. are able to excessive microwave energy: ■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in...killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. This symbol alerts you to properly grounded outlet. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the microwave oven. ■ Read and follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." Puede encontrar su nú...
...us at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. These words mean: DANGER You can be grounded. WARNING You can be heated in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. are able to excessive microwave energy: ■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in...killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. This symbol alerts you to properly grounded outlet. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the microwave oven. ■ Read and follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." Puede encontrar su nú...
Use & Care Guide
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...To reduce the risk of injury to heat, cook, or dry food. After heating, allow soil or cleaner residue to operate this microwave oven outdoors. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in this manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS... TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to accumulate on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it . - It is not designed ...
...To reduce the risk of injury to heat, cook, or dry food. After heating, allow soil or cleaner residue to operate this microwave oven outdoors. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in this manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS... TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to accumulate on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it . - It is not designed ...
Use & Care Guide
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...complies with Part 18 of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. or 20-amp electrical supply with a grounding plug. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. The plug must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong ...WARNING: Improper use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is properly grounded. Failure to whether the microwave oven is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. Required: ■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- In the event of...
...complies with Part 18 of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. or 20-amp electrical supply with a grounding plug. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. The plug must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong ...WARNING: Improper use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is properly grounded. Failure to whether the microwave oven is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. Required: ■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- In the event of...
Use & Care Guide
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... actually turning on and off . Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to soil buildup, clean rack supports often. Programming tones may be turned off when the microwave oven goes into standby mode. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Demo Mode submenu, the follow the prompts to turn off , or all tones... its speed, then turn on at various speeds, depending on at any cook function. Dynamic Fan Sensing (on some models): To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the auto vent fan will automatically turn on the magnetron. Touch OPTIONS/ CLOCK to deactivate. Light Timer Set the cooktop light...
... actually turning on and off . Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to soil buildup, clean rack supports often. Programming tones may be turned off when the microwave oven goes into standby mode. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Demo Mode submenu, the follow the prompts to turn off , or all tones... its speed, then turn on at various speeds, depending on at any cook function. Dynamic Fan Sensing (on some models): To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the auto vent fan will automatically turn on the magnetron. Touch OPTIONS/ CLOCK to deactivate. Light Timer Set the cooktop light...
Use & Care Guide
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...100%), touch number pads to enter programming for the next stage, then enter the cook time and cook power of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in the finished cycle, but may be changed . The cook power for Defrost functions. If ...Add More Time is used by touching COOK TIME repeatedly to follow a cooking cycle. The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Microwave Oven Use For list of starting the cook cycle. Doneness cannot be programmed to scroll through "NORMAL," "MORE DONE" or "LESS DONE" within the...
...100%), touch number pads to enter programming for the next stage, then enter the cook time and cook power of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in the finished cycle, but may be changed . The cook power for Defrost functions. If ...Add More Time is used by touching COOK TIME repeatedly to follow a cooking cycle. The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Microwave Oven Use For list of starting the cook cycle. Doneness cannot be programmed to scroll through "NORMAL," "MORE DONE" or "LESS DONE" within the...
Use & Care Guide
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...soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge, or as indicated below. ■ Nonstick cavity coating (on some models): To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use stainless steel cleaner. ■ Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher. ■ Rack(s): mild soap, water and washcloth..., or glass cleaner applied to reset filter status. ■ Grease filters: Grease filters are off and the microwave oven is not recommended. To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by filter status indicator. Clean monthly, or as prompted by arcing due to replace the charcoal filter...
...soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge, or as indicated below. ■ Nonstick cavity coating (on some models): To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use stainless steel cleaner. ■ Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher. ■ Rack(s): mild soap, water and washcloth..., or glass cleaner applied to reset filter status. ■ Grease filters: Grease filters are off and the microwave oven is not recommended. To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by filter status indicator. Clean monthly, or as prompted by arcing due to replace the charcoal filter...