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Question posted by Khannan45 on July 1st, 2014

Why Is This Microwave Coming On By Itself?

I bought this over the counter microwave in Dec from Lowes. It came on by itself. I am 90 years old. I called the fire department. Lowes replaced it with the same microwave and it came on by itself again.i am afraid of a fire.

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on July 1st, 2014 5:48 AM

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Installation Instructions - Page 1

... up to Wall 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 your appliance. MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This product is suitable for further notes. We have...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...Set the cardboard template to the side and refer to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for use appropriate fasteners. See "Installation Dimensions" illustration. ■ Minimum one 2" x ... weatherproof caulking compound ■ Duct tape Parts Supplied For reorder information, see "Replacement Parts" section. Location Requirements Check the opening . ■ Support for wood ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... typical* 12" (30.5 cm) min. 14" (35.6 cm) max. Failure to whether the microwave oven is properly installed and grounded. Installation Dimensions NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be grounded. See ... fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of electric shock by providing an escape ...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... and set it may be used. Remove screws attaching damper plate to the back of microwave oven exterior. Reattach blower motor to the back of microwave oven, and lower blower motor back into the slots in the top of microwave oven. Keep damper plate and screws together and set for recirculation installation. Secure damper plate with...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... port IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not correctly oriented, the 2 screws removed in Step 3 cannot be poor. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Screws C. Lower blower motor back into the slots in the top of "Wall Venting Installation Only." 5 NOTE: If blower motor is not positioned with flat...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...) B. Possible Wall Stud Configurations These depictions show examples of each stud, and draw a plumb line down each stud center. Cabinet opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. Wall stud centerlines D. Holes for lag screws E. Mounting plate center markers 6 See illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations." No Wall Studs at End Holes Figure...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... holes are 3 installation configurations. Drill 3/4" (19 mm) holes through the wall at least 1 wall stud, the mounting plate must each other. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must align with front edge of cabinet. Cardboard template C. Front edge of the centerline, and mark. 10. Remove the cardboard template and check the markings...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...nut through the wall at One End Hole" in the "Drill Holes in Step 3 of the microwave oven. Insert lag screw(s) into the hole(s) drilled into the upper cabinet align with the holes in...other end hole. The template has trim lines to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at the end holes marked in Rear Wall" section. 7. Make sure the 10" (25.4 cm...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

.... Power supply cord bushing 6. Install Damper Assembly (for two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to move and install microwave oven. A B C D Install the Microwave Oven WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, lift microwave oven and hang it on Upper Cabinet Template. 8. Place a washer on the template. Using 2 or more people to...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... power. 4. Check the operation of microwave oven by operating the vent fan. 5. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Installation is required, rotate microwave oven downward. Using 2 or more people, lift microwave oven off of mounting plate, and set ... on a covered surface. 8. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Check that a circuit breaker has not tripped.

Installation Instructions - Page 11

...10" = 40 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 12.2 m) F. 45° elbow: 6" = 5 ft (15.2 cm = 1.5 m) G. 90° flat elbow: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" = 10 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 3 m) 11 Rectangular to round transition piece so... extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) of clearance between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

... roof caps must be installed to use no more than three 90° elbows. W10247296B SP PN W10345003B © 2010. The... be used. Replacement Parts If any of 140 ft (42.7 m) for equivalent lengths. The filler panels come in China Following...microwave oven. ASSISTANCE Call your model number located on the model and serial number plate, which is round, a rectangular to be replaced, call...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... outlet *30" (76.2 cm) is recommended that the damper can open freely and fully. Two 90° elbows = 20 ft (6.1 m) B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m) C. 1 rectangular to round transition piece so that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven be provided. Specifications subject to improve Dimensions are for wall venting only) E D. To calculate...

Warranty Information - Page 1

... upper or lower front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. For assistance or service, call 1-800-253-1301. W10451739B SP PN...50 United States and Canada, contact your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or ... WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance...

Use & Care Guide - Page 1

...Connect only to explode and should experience a problem not covered in the microwave oven. ■ The microwave oven must be killed or seriously injured if you how to potential hazards that ...not followed. You will need assistance, call us at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. Always read and obey all instructions before using the microwave oven. ■ Read and follow the ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 2

... dry food. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the oven cavity: - Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment. ■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the "Microwave Oven Care" section. ■ To reduce the risk of the oven with any other combustible materials are able to be overheated beyond the...

Use & Care Guide - Page 3

...turntable in the display. If the power supply cord is properly grounded. Vent Fan High ("SPd2"), low ("SPd1") and off programming tones, touch and hold number pad "3" for about 3 seconds until...Lock Activate to unlock control. Repeat to avoid unintended start. Comes on all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. The vent...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... of cook time at least 1" (2.5 cm) apart. To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to enter power level (10-90), then touch the Start control. Installing/Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs ■ Grease filters: Grease filters are off and the microwave oven is replaceable. Remove bulb cover screws, and open bulb cover and...

Use & Care Guide - Page 5

...), which may also automatically come on and cycle on . Reset the clock. ■ A letter followed by a number is set properly. Open and close the door, then start the cycle. ■ Control Make sure control is an error indicator. Fan running during microwave oven operation. It may be purchased separately. Replacement Parts Cleaning Supplies ■...

Use & Care Guide - Page 6

.... Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to instruct you on the upper or lower front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind...number information for future reference. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained ...

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