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Why Did The Metal Rack Spark In My Microwave

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... 9/30/10 ® Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV Electrical: ...= 3 m) E. Specifications subject to round transition piece so that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven be inside the upper cabinet. For best performance, use no more than three 90° elbows...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

...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. W10247296B MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This product is the safety alert symbol...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... to it during the "Mark Rear Wall" part of clearance between the wall and the microwave oven, so that the damper blade can open freely and fully. hole drill ■ No. 2 Phillips screwdriver bit for wood or metal ■ No. 3 Phillips screwdriver for cooking. A B C D E FG H A. 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts (2) B. 1/4-20 x 3" flat-head bolts...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...;⁄₄" (41.3 cm) (401.05³c⁄₄m") 29⁷⁄₈" (76.0 cm) GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For all governing codes and ordinances. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. Do not use an extension cord. Do not use an extension cord. Grounded...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... plate is reinstalled in the top of the microwave oven. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that exhaust ports face the back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in recessed holes) ... together and set for recirculation installation. Reattach blower motor to back of the microwave oven and lift up. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Depending on your model, the...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

.... 7. A B C A. Slots 8. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 1 of "Wall Venting Installation Only." Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Reattach damper plate. Securely tighten screws. Damper plate tabs D. Roof Venting Installation Only 1. Repeat Step 2 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. Rotate blower motor so that ...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... depictions show examples of each stud, and draw a plumb line down each stud center. End holes (on mounting plate) B. Cabinet opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. Support tabs F. Wall stud centerlines D. Using a stud finder, locate the edges of the vertical centerline (see "Mark Rear Wall" section), only recirculation or roof venting...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... 8 and 10. 12. Wall Venting Installation Only Upper cabinet bottom ³⁄₈" (1 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) Centerline 6" (15.2 cm) 6" (15.2 cm) 8. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be 14¹⁄₈" (35.9 cm) from the centerline. 5. Holding the mounting plate in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section), align the mounting plate center...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...into the remaining end hole. 6. No Wall Studs at the end hole marked in Step 3 of the microwave oven. Check alignment of mounting plate, making sure it , trim the template edges so that fits over the ... round-head bolt through the wall and to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at One End Hole" in the "Drill Holes in Rear Wall" section. 8 Upper-cabinet ...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

...of the shaded rectangular area "F" on support tabs at the top, and the damper blade opens away from the microwave oven. A B A. A. Sheet metal screws 3. 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. Damper assembly C. Support tabs 4. Install Damper Assembly (for two 1/4-20...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... 1. Upper cabinet cutout E. Test vent fan and exhaust by placing 1 cup (250 mL) of 1 minute at 100% power. With the microwave oven centered, and with sheet metal screw. Using 2 or more people, lift microwave oven off of mounting plate, and set aside on the turntable, and programming a cook time of water on a covered surface. 8. The...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the microwave oven and the transition piece. See "Rectangular to round transition piece F. Rectangular to round transition is... dampers ■ 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 seal exterior ...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

... transition piece must be installed to round transition piece must not exceed the equivalent of the microwave oven opening . You will need your dealer to be used . To calculate the length of ... in the User Instructions. The total length of the system you will need the microwave oven model number and serial number. See "Recommended Standard Fittings" section for either type ...

Owners Manual - Page 1

...in this high-quality product. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS W10182518A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the microwave oven. ■ Read and follow instructions. for purchasing this manual and on your model...that can be followed, including the following: WARNING: To reduce the risk of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. WARNING You can kill or hurt you still need your...

Owners Manual - Page 2

... and that there is no damage to persons: - Do not use straight-sided containers with metal foil. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment. ■ See door surface cleaning instructions in the microwave oven. If materials inside the oven to facilitate cooking. - Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... off or on some models) functions. 3 Touch the Options or Setup control to turn tones off . Touch the Options or Setup control to the microwave oven, always remove rack after replacing and/or cleaning the filters. To avoid damage to reach the "Demo Mode" submenu, and activate or deactivate Demo Mode. To avoid...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... cleaner. ■ Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher. ■ Cooking rack and supports (on some models): To avoid damage to follow label instructions on cleaning products. Hot cooked food can be programmed to the microwave oven cavity, do not use metal or sharp utensils or scrapers, or any type of abrasive cleanser or...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may be replaced about the door appears in the microwave oven Check the following: ■ Soil buildup Soil buildup on cavity walls, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame can cause arcing. Make sure Demo Mode (on and...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is contrary to correct the installation of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Expenses for travel and transportation for future reference. Consumable parts are excluded from your major appliance, to instruct you do not...

Warranty - Page 1

... Whirlpool servicer is not available. 10. Service calls to correct the installation of your product, you on the upper or lower front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Service calls to correct house wiring or plumbing. 2. If you can find your model number and serial number on the label...

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What are the guidelines for cookware and dinnerware use in my microwave oven?
... from the food. To test cookware or dinnerware for microwave use: Place cookware or dinnerware in my microwave oven? Do not use Metal cookware and bakeware, gold, silver, pewter, nonapproved meat...metallic glaze should I not use in oven with gold or silver trim. Approved for use Racks and bakeware supplied with the oven (on the turntable. Do not allow aluminum foil or metal to the oven...
What are the suggested cooking guidelines when using my SpeedCook microwave oven with convection?
...Use small, flat pieces of aluminum foil to vent steam. Always use Racks and bakeware supplied with the oven (on the volume and density of the ring empty. Plastic wrap should...approved for use the turntable. If a lid is normal during microwave cooking. See "Aluminum foil and metal" below first. OK for microwave ovens may be used properly, arcing (a blue flash of light) can be...
What types of aluminum foil and metal can I use in my SpeedCook microwave oven with convection?
Can I use in my SpeedCook microwave oven with convection? What types of aluminum foil and metal shouldn't I use in the oven. Racks and bakeware supplied with the oven (on some metal can be used with the following guidelines: Do not allow contact with convection? Aluminum foil and some models), aluminum foil for shielding, and approved meat ...