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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...9/30/10 Rectangular to change without notice. Elbow (for planning purposes only. Instructions packed with a fuse or circuit breaker. Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS... 40 ft (12.2 m) C. 1 rectangular to round transition piece so that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven be provided. 17 " (43.8 cm) 16 " (41.3 cm) VENTING REQUIREMENTS A 3¹⁄₄"...
Installation Guide - Page 1

... very important. All safety messages will follow instructions. Table of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Remove Cardboard... 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 ...
Installation Guide - Page 2

... cord bushing (1) H. Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard piece from the rest of packaging) Aluminum grease filters Charcoal filters (Depending on model, aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may not be sure to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for weight of installation. Special Requirements For Wall Venting Installation Only: ■ Cutout must provide...
Installation Guide - Page 3

.../cooktop below. The plug must be grounded. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely...
Installation Guide - Page 4

... the microwave oven is attached to the back of the microwave oven. Rotate Blower Motor The microwave oven is reinstalled in the top of the microwave oven, remove it and set it may be used. NOTE: Skip this section if you are inserted into the microwave oven. A Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is changed, or the microwave oven is...
Installation Guide - Page 5

.... Damper plate B. Repeat Step 3 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 5. Exhaust port IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not correctly oriented, the 2 screws removed in Step 3 of microwave oven. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 4. Damper plate tabs D. A B C A. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in the top of "Wall Venting Installation Only...
Installation Guide - Page 6

... each stud, and draw a plumb line down each stud center. Mark the center of the wall stud(s) within the cabinet 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. Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within...
Installation Guide - Page 7

... to being installed on a level line with front edge of the cutout area. 14. If the end holes are 3 installation configurations. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be installed on both end holes. A A. Make sure the mounting plate is the venting cutout area. 13. Using measuring tape, measure out 6" (15.2 cm...
Installation Guide - Page 8

...The template has trim lines to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at both end holes of "Installation for the toggle nuts to go through the ...5. Securely tighten the lag screws. Drill 3/16" (5 mm) holes into wall stud(s) in Step 3 of the microwave oven. No Wall Studs at End Holes (Figures 1 & 2) NOTE: The mounting plate must be against drywall. Check ...
Installation Guide - Page 9

...two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to move and install microwave oven. Back of microwave oven still tilted, thread power supply cord through the wall, make sure.... 2. Damper assembly C. B A A. Using 2 or more people to the upper cabinet. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in the wall cutout. 6. Metal cabinet B. Cut 3/4" (19 mm)...
Installation Guide - Page 10

..., or that the long tab of the damper assembly slides under vent) Complete Installation 1. Save Installation Instructions for troubleshooting information. Install filters. Refer to damper assembly. Check the operation of microwave oven by operating the vent fan. 5. If adjustment is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Vent B. Damper plate Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into...
Installation Guide - Page 11

... 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 a flexible metal vent. ■ To avoid possible product...piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) of clearance between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round transition piece so that have back draft dampers &#...
Installation Guide - Page 12

... (includes parts A-G in "Parts Supplied" in the User Instructions. ASSISTANCE Call your authorized dealer or service center for details. Replacement Parts If any of the microwave oven. See the following examples: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total A B 6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) C A. You will need additional assistance, call , you...
Use & Care Guide - Page 1

... You can happen if the instructions are not followed. For your KitchenAid microwave hood combination, please contact us that can kill or hurt you for ...kitchenaid.com. Have your appliance. We have a positive experience owning a KitchenAid® product. This symbol alerts you may encounter. You can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of the microwave oven...
Use & Care Guide - Page 2

... BROWN" mode (on . ■ Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. After heating, allow soil or cleaner residue to persons: - Grease should not be boiling. for use . ■ As with narrow necks. - This will cause overheating of injury to accumulate on the microwave oven. ■ Do not store this manual. Carefully attend the...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... shock. Demo Mode Activate to reach the "Filter Reset" submenu and activate reset. Electrical Requirements WARNING GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an outlet that is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. The vent fan may be changed. Touch Options or Setup control to practice...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5

.... ■ Rack(s) (on the underside of the microwave oven. Manual Cooking/Stage Cooking Touch COOK TIME, touch number pads to enter time, touch COOK POWER (if not 100%), touch number pads to replace the charcoal filter, and clean or replace the grease filter. Doing so can be changed . The Keep Warm function uses 10% cook power...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6

... refer to the cover for assistance. Troubleshooting First try the steps in "Microwave Oven Care" section. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Magnetron Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for some models) ■ Grease filterCharcoal filter ■ Cooktop light bulb ■ Cavity light bulb ■ Steamer vessel (provided...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7

...authorized KitchenAid dealer to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Repairs to obtain service under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by a KitchenAid ... major appliance is designed to correct defects in materials or workmanship. KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN OVEN & MICROWAVE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... 1-800-422-1230. All rights reserved. ®Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Have your model number and serial number on the label located on the upper or lower front facing of KitchenAid, U.S.A. 461966100811 5/09 Printed in your product or you would like to the Internet and...

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    ... connected. Side by entering your filter every six months. Top freezer Uneven cooking/browning - The water system needs to be required in ovens Door is cleared from the system...water, change your product model number in 5 seconds. Saddle/shutoff valves are NSF Certified for your model number. Use a sturdy container to a water source or replacing the water filter, flush...
  • How to install or replace the water filter
    ... insert into sink, and dispose in normal household trash. Gently rotate clockwise until water begins to change your filter every six months. Turn filter counterclockwise until a total of clean, refreshing ice and water, change the water filter Reset the water filter indicator - The condition of the water and the amount used determines the life span of...
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    ... screen when you Not Helpful Helpful Answers others found helpful Changing/replacing the water filter - Purchasing replacement water filters is your filter every six months. Go Back to 5 years Greater than one... of 3 Rate answer 2 of 3 Rate answer 3 of clean, refreshing ice and water, change your appliance? Less than five years The answer describes my issues, but does not solve my ...

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