Installation Instructions
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... you 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 others . This symbol alerts you... and others are not followed. WARNING You can happen if the instructions are very important. MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This product is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will tell you what can be killed...
... you 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 others . This symbol alerts you... and others are not followed. WARNING You can happen if the instructions are very important. MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This product is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will tell you what can be killed...
Installation Instructions
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... H. Damper assembly (for wall or roof venting) Not Shown: Upper cabinet template Mounting plate (attached to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for use appropriate fasteners. See "Installation Dimensions" illustration. ■ Minimum one 2" x 4" (50.8 x 101.6 mm) wood wall...) Aluminum grease filters Charcoal filters (Depending on model, aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may not be combined. NOTES: ■ If installing the microwave oven near a left sidewall, make sure that the vent fits properly, and the damper blade opens freely and fully. A B C D E ...
... H. Damper assembly (for wall or roof venting) Not Shown: Upper cabinet template Mounting plate (attached to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for use appropriate fasteners. See "Installation Dimensions" illustration. ■ Minimum one 2" x 4" (50.8 x 101.6 mm) wood wall...) Aluminum grease filters Charcoal filters (Depending on model, aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may not be combined. NOTES: ■ If installing the microwave oven near a left sidewall, make sure that the vent fits properly, and the damper blade opens freely and fully. A B C D E ...
Installation Instructions
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... an outlet that is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be inside the upper cabinet. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■... Grounded 3 prong outlet *30" (76.2 cm) is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to follow these...
... an outlet that is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be inside the upper cabinet. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■... Grounded 3 prong outlet *30" (76.2 cm) is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to follow these...
Installation Instructions
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... in Step 3. 7. Blower motor 5. Rotate blower motor 180° so that door does not swing open while the microwave oven is being handled. 4. Reattach damper plate. Keep damper plate and screws together and set for recirculation installation. Lift blower motor out of... the microwave oven and lift up. Wall Venting Installation Only 1. Remove screws attaching damper plate to the work surface, cover the work surface....
... in Step 3. 7. Blower motor 5. Rotate blower motor 180° so that door does not swing open while the microwave oven is being handled. 4. Reattach damper plate. Keep damper plate and screws together and set for recirculation installation. Lift blower motor out of... the microwave oven and lift up. Wall Venting Installation Only 1. Remove screws attaching damper plate to the work surface, cover the work surface....
Installation Instructions
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...so that exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven, and flat sides of blower motor face back of the microwave oven (as shown), performance will be reattached to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in Step 1 of the microwave oven. A 6. Reattach damper plate. Exhaust... plate B. Damper plate tabs D. Secure damper plate with flat sides facing the back of microwave oven. Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven. 7. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Repeat Step 2 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. Screws C. NOTE: If blower...
...so that exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven, and flat sides of blower motor face back of the microwave oven (as shown), performance will be reattached to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in Step 1 of the microwave oven. A 6. Reattach damper plate. Exhaust... plate B. Damper plate tabs D. Secure damper plate with flat sides facing the back of microwave oven. Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven. 7. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Repeat Step 2 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. Screws C. NOTE: If blower...
Installation Instructions
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... center of preferred installation configurations with the mounting plate. Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. 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. Holes for lag screws E. Wall stud centerlines D. Using a stud...
... center of preferred installation configurations with the mounting plate. Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. 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. Holes for lag screws E. Wall stud centerlines D. Using a stud...
Installation Instructions
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...; If the cardboard template is aligned to the centerline on the wall, making sure its top is level with toggle nut; A A. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be installed on a minimum of 1 wall stud, preferably 2, using a minimum of the cutout area. 14. If the end holes are ideal hole locations...
...; If the cardboard template is aligned to the centerline on the wall, making sure its top is level with toggle nut; A A. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be installed on a minimum of 1 wall stud, preferably 2, using a minimum of the cutout area. 14. If the end holes are ideal hole locations...
Installation Instructions
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...: The mounting plate must be sure the "Rear Wall" arrows align to the thickest part of the rear wall (for example, the thickness of the microwave oven. Drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into the other hole marked in Rear Wall" section. 8 Upper-cabinet template D 10" (25.4 cm) F E 10" G (25.4 cm)...mounting plate. Remove all lag screws and bolts. Mounting plate C. The template has trim lines to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at One End Hole" in the "Drill Holes in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section. 3. Prepare Upper Cabinet 1. Installation for Wall Stud at...
...: The mounting plate must be sure the "Rear Wall" arrows align to the thickest part of the rear wall (for example, the thickness of the microwave oven. Drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into the other hole marked in Rear Wall" section. 8 Upper-cabinet template D 10" (25.4 cm) F E 10" G (25.4 cm)...mounting plate. Remove all lag screws and bolts. Mounting plate C. The template has trim lines to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at One End Hole" in the "Drill Holes in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section. 3. Prepare Upper Cabinet 1. Installation for Wall Stud at...
Installation Instructions
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... saw, cut out the rectangular area. Failure to do not grip or use the door or door handle while the microwave oven is metal, the supply cord bushing needs to the microwave oven, do so can result in the bottom of the upper cabinet. 5. IMPORTANT: The control side of the...washer on the template. Damper blade D. Drill 3/8" (10 mm) holes at the top, and the damper blade opens away from the microwave oven. Handle the microwave oven gently. 1. Make sure the microwave oven door is the heavy side. A B A. With front of mounting plate. This hole is at points "D" and "E" on ...
... saw, cut out the rectangular area. Failure to do not grip or use the door or door handle while the microwave oven is metal, the supply cord bushing needs to the microwave oven, do so can result in the bottom of the upper cabinet. 5. IMPORTANT: The control side of the...washer on the template. Damper blade D. Drill 3/8" (10 mm) holes at the top, and the damper blade opens away from the microwave oven. Handle the microwave oven gently. 1. Make sure the microwave oven door is the heavy side. A B A. With front of mounting plate. This hole is at points "D" and "E" on ...
Installation Instructions
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... cabinet cutout E. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Check that a circuit breaker has not tripped. Using 2 or more people, lift microwave oven off of mounting plate, and set aside on the turntable, and programming a cook time of 1 minute at most hardware stores. ■ Overtightening bolts... may warp the top of water on a covered surface. 8. With the microwave oven centered, and with sheet metal screw. NOTES: ■ Some upper cabinets may be adjusted, skip steps 7-9. 7. Failure to be ...
... cabinet cutout E. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Check that a circuit breaker has not tripped. Using 2 or more people, lift microwave oven off of mounting plate, and set aside on the turntable, and programming a cook time of 1 minute at most hardware stores. ■ Overtightening bolts... may warp the top of water on a covered surface. 8. With the microwave oven centered, and with sheet metal screw. NOTES: ■ Some upper cabinets may be adjusted, skip steps 7-9. 7. Failure to be ...
Installation Instructions
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... wall, be sure that the damper can open fully. Rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round transition is used, be sure to round transition piece F. A B C D E 3" (7.6 cm) F A. Roof cap B....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 duct tape to seal exterior wall or roof opening around cap ■ not installing...
... wall, be sure that the damper can open fully. Rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round transition is used, be sure to round transition piece F. A B C D E 3" (7.6 cm) F A. Roof cap B....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 duct tape to seal exterior wall or roof opening around cap ■ not installing...
Installation Instructions
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... piece = 5 ft (1.5 m) D. 2 ft (0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m) If the existing vent is a list of the microwave oven. Each panel is located behind the door. ■ Damper Assembly ■ Mounting Plate ■ Upper Cabinet Template ■ Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-G in... pairs. When you call, you need additional assistance, call us at our toll free number listed in the system. Replacement Parts If any of the microwave oven opening . See the following examples: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total...
... piece = 5 ft (1.5 m) D. 2 ft (0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m) If the existing vent is a list of the microwave oven. Each panel is located behind the door. ■ Damper Assembly ■ Mounting Plate ■ Upper Cabinet Template ■ Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-G in... pairs. When you call, you need additional assistance, call us at our toll free number listed in the system. Replacement Parts If any of the microwave oven opening . See the following examples: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total...
Dimension Guide
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..." (83.8 cm) typical* 12" (30.5 cm) min. 13" (33.0 cm) max. Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of the microwave oven and the rectangular to Round Transition for each vent piece used . Wall cap F E. 3 " x 10" to 6" (8.3 x 25.4 cm... at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to change without notice. Ref. Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV WMH31017A WMH32517A WMH53520A WMH32L19A WMH73L20A Electrical: A 120-Volt...
..." (83.8 cm) typical* 12" (30.5 cm) min. 13" (33.0 cm) max. Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of the microwave oven and the rectangular to Round Transition for each vent piece used . Wall cap F E. 3 " x 10" to 6" (8.3 x 25.4 cm... at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to change without notice. Ref. Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV WMH31017A WMH32517A WMH53520A WMH32L19A WMH73L20A Electrical: A 120-Volt...
Warranty Information
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...is located in materials or workmanship and is not available. 10. All rights reserved. ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Consumable parts are excluded from your major appliance. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance ...OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Service calls to instruct you may contact Whirlpool at : Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 Please include a daytime phone number in ...
...is located in materials or workmanship and is not available. 10. All rights reserved. ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Consumable parts are excluded from your major appliance. The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance ...OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Service calls to instruct you may contact Whirlpool at : Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 Please include a daytime phone number in ...
Use & Care Guide
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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this section and in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ Read all safety messages. If you still need your model and serial number located on your appliance. You will need assistance, call us at www.whirlpool... tell you to explode and should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. Microwave Hood Combination Safety Your safety and the safety of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to properly grounded...
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this section and in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ Read all safety messages. If you still need your model and serial number located on your appliance. You will need assistance, call us at www.whirlpool... tell you to explode and should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. Microwave Hood Combination Safety Your safety and the safety of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to properly grounded...
Use & Care Guide
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... the oven to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to facilitate cooking. - Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is no damage to the: (1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door seals and sealing surfaces. (d) The oven ... should be allowed to accumulate on . ■ Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this oven with the door open since open-door operation can burn off power at the...
... the oven to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to facilitate cooking. - Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is no damage to the: (1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door seals and sealing surfaces. (d) The oven ... should be allowed to accumulate on . ■ Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this oven with the door open since open-door operation can burn off power at the...
Use & Care Guide
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... may be turned off . Settings/Features Clock The Clock is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. Cook functions may be grounded. Touch and hold the Cancel control for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and padlock icon appears... shock. Demo Mode Activate to deactivate. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Required: ■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- Do not use of the grounding plug can result in place. 3 Repeat...
... may be turned off . Settings/Features Clock The Clock is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. Cook functions may be grounded. Touch and hold the Cancel control for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and padlock icon appears... shock. Demo Mode Activate to deactivate. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Required: ■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- Do not use of the grounding plug can result in place. 3 Repeat...
Use & Care Guide
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...of food item, enter quantity if needed, then touch the Start control. Remove bulb cover screw, open the bulb cover. Cookware and Dinnerware Microwave-Safe Do Not Use ■ Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.) ■ Metal cookware and bakeware ■ Ceramic glass, glass ■... Pizza (reheat) Unwrap food. Touch DEFROST, enter number code of potatoes: 1, 2, 3 or 4, about every 6 months. Enter number of the microwave oven. To reinstall, place end of the filter into its slotted area - Replace bulb, close bulb cover, and secure with screws. ■ Cooktop...
...of food item, enter quantity if needed, then touch the Start control. Remove bulb cover screw, open the bulb cover. Cookware and Dinnerware Microwave-Safe Do Not Use ■ Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.) ■ Metal cookware and bakeware ■ Ceramic glass, glass ■... Pizza (reheat) Unwrap food. Touch DEFROST, enter number code of potatoes: 1, 2, 3 or 4, about every 6 months. Enter number of the microwave oven. To reinstall, place end of the filter into its slotted area - Replace bulb, close bulb cover, and secure with screws. ■ Cooktop...
Use & Care Guide
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...cause arcing. Please refer to avoid unintended starting of cold water for contact and model identification information. www.whirlpool.com Microwave oven will not operate Check the following : ■ Soil buildup Soil buildup on some models), which may experience static...a service call. Call for service. ■ Door Firmly close door. Replacement Parts and Cleaning Supplies Following is normal and depends on during microwave oven operation. Replacement Parts Cleaning Supplies ■ Turntable ■ Turntable support and rollers ■ Turntable hub ■ Grease filter ■...
...cause arcing. Please refer to avoid unintended starting of cold water for contact and model identification information. www.whirlpool.com Microwave oven will not operate Check the following : ■ Soil buildup Soil buildup on some models), which may experience static...a service call. Call for service. ■ Door Firmly close door. Replacement Parts and Cleaning Supplies Following is normal and depends on during microwave oven operation. Replacement Parts Cleaning Supplies ■ Turntable ■ Turntable support and rollers ■ Turntable hub ■ Grease filter ■...
Use & Care Guide
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... MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. W10451739B SP PN W10458696A © 2012 Whirlpool Corporation. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this limited warranty. Proof of... Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to the finish of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Service calls to refrigerator or freezer product failures. 7. Service calls to correct the installation of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 1/12 Printed in materials or workmanship. This major appliance...
... MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. W10451739B SP PN W10458696A © 2012 Whirlpool Corporation. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this limited warranty. Proof of... Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to the finish of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Service calls to refrigerator or freezer product failures. 7. Service calls to correct the installation of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 1/12 Printed in materials or workmanship. This major appliance...