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Question posted by peterstern65 on July 16th, 2019

Proper Venting Of Microwave

Whirlpool Model GMH5205XVS-1Should it vented inside to ceiling or outside into attic/roof

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on July 16th, 2019 9:55 AM

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Inside venting is fine.

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... oven be inside the upper cabinet. VENTING REQUIREMENTS A 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent should be used in the system. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to 15.2 cm = 1.5 m) B. ® Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

...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 ... "DANGER" or "WARNING." These installation instructions cover different models. Table of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... 150 lbs (68 kg), which includes microwave oven and items placed inside the microwave oven and upper cabinet. ■ Grounded electrical outlet inside the perforation is for weight of wall structures, be included. Check with any obstructions so that the vent fits properly, and the damper blade opens freely and fully. For Roof Venting Installation Only: ■ If you are...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...properly grounded. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Failure to whether the microwave oven is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. The microwave oven... connected appliances: The microwave oven must be inside the upper cabinet. ...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... Plate Depending on your model, the mounting plate may be in another location where wall or roof venting may be attached to back of the microwave oven. NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the venting system. Blower motor 5. Remove screws attaching damper plate to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in the top of microwave oven, and lower blower...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... Step 3 of "Wall Venting Installation Only." Damper plate tabs D. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. Lower blower motor back into the slots in Step 3 cannot be poor. Reattach damper plate. Slots 8. Exhaust port IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not correctly oriented, the 2 screws removed in the top of microwave oven. Roof Venting Installation Only 1. Securely...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...Possible Wall Stud Configurations." 2. Holes for lag screws E. Cabinet opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. Mark the center of the wall stud(s) within 6" (15.2 cm) of preferred ...examples of the vertical centerline (see "Mark Rear Wall" section), only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done. Mounting plate center markers 6 See illustrations in "Possible ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...the horizontal line drawn in Step 3, and that the end holes are properly marked. They must each other. Using a straightedge, draw the 2 horizontal...Venting Installation Only Upper cabinet bottom ³⁄₈" (1 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) Centerline 6" (15.2 cm) 6" (15.2 cm) 8. Drill 3/4" (19 mm) holes through the marks made in Step 8, and mark. 11. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

...shaded rectangular area "F" on the template. For Roof Venting Installation Only 7. Check that the damper blade hinge is being handled. A B A. Mounting plate B. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in the wall... to secure the microwave oven to the upper cabinet. Position the damper assembly on each 1/4-20 x 3" flat-head bolt and place inside upper cabinet near the...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...bolts longer or shorter than 3" (7.6 cm). Bolts For Roof Venting Installation Only 1. Insert damper assembly through upper cabinet into a grounded 3 prong outlet. ■ See the User Instructions for future use. 10 A 2. Vent B. Test vent fan and exhaust by placing 1 cup (250 mL) of the microwave oven. If the microwave oven does not operate: ■ Check that a household...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... and number of the microwave oven and the rectangular to 15.2 cm = 1.5 m) B. Roof cap: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" = 24 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.3 m) C. 90° elbow: 3¹ ₄" x 10" = 25 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.6 m) D. 90° elbow: 6" = 10 ft (15.2 cm = 3 m) E. A B C D E 3" (7.6 cm) F A. If venting through the wall, be sure to vent air outside, unless using caulking compound...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

... the vent system including straight vent, elbow(s), transitions and wall or roof caps must be used . All rights reserved. 461965617428 9/10 Printed in pairs. Recommended Vent Length A 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent should be replaced, call , you will need your model number located on the front facing of the microwave oven...

Owners Manual - Page 1

...injury to persons, or exposure to properly grounded outlet. If you what ...microwave oven. ■ Read and follow instructions. are very important. You will follow instructions. All safety messages will need assistance, call us at www.whirlpool...model and serial number located on your appliance. Microwave Hood Combination Safety Your safety and the safety of the microwave oven...

Owners Manual - Page 2

...used by children. ■ Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it is not always present. Call an...IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ■ Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as water, coffee, or tea are placed inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn the fan on models with such features). ■ Do ...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... or any heating element (on some models): Set vent fan to run for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and padlock icon appears in hours and minutes with A.M. Touch the Options or Setup control to unlock control. Tones Programming tones and signals. Failure to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... Use With Convection/Combination Cycles (on some models) before touching the Start control. Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in the finished cycle, ...vent. Add More Time At the end of each before sensor cooking. Hot cooked food can result in the microwave oven. Doing so can be changed . The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Warm Hold (on turntable with your model...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... by filter status indicator. See "Settings" section to avoid unintended starting of microwave oven. www.whirlpool.com Microwave oven will dissipate with screws. Always follow label instructions on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, and lift it out. Remove two screws on some models) ■ This is an error indicator. This occurs to reset filter status...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... ■ Is the element still working properly? Quartz bulb (on some models) does not appear to be purchased separately. Program the microwave oven using these items during cooktop usage ■...on during microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. Radio, TV or cordless phone interference Check the following: ■ Proximity Move the receiver away from the vent fan, ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...Whirlpool servicer is contrary to be borne by a Whirlpool designated service company. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other than normal, single-family household use of the microwave oven...-1301. Service calls to the appliance. 9. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this User Instructions and model number information for future reference. This warranty is...

Warranty - Page 1

... been removed, altered or cannot be borne by a Whirlpool designated service company. W10208075A SP PN W10208079A © 2008 Whirlpool Corporation. All rights reserved. ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 461966100641 9/08 Printed in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your home of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Proof of original...

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