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Question posted by wide9daddy on May 8th, 2015

Does The Whirlpool Microwave Model Wmh31017aw Have A Top Cover Over The Venting

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Installation Instructions - Page 1

...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 Contents MICROWAVE... These installation instructions cover different models. WARNING You can kill or hurt you how to and including 36" (91.4 cm) wide. MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... cabinet and building materials are for wall or roof venting. 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 (2) C. Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard piece from the rest of the microwave oven packaging is for weight of packaging) Aluminum grease filters Charcoal filters (Depending on model, aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may not...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... plate tabs are using recirculation installation. Slots 8. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that exhaust ports face the back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in another location where wall or roof venting may be used. Damper plate 2. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Depending on your model, the mounting plate may be in Step 3. 7. Reattach...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...C. A 6. Lower blower motor back into the slots in Step 3 of microwave oven. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 3. A B C A. Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven. 7. Rotate blower motor so that exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven, and flat sides of blower motor face back of "Wall...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...no wall studs exist within the cabinet opening vertical centerline C. Cabinet opening , do not install the microwave oven. 1. Possible Wall Stud Configurations These depictions show examples of the wall stud(s) within the opening. End...C C F F A. Mark the center of the vertical centerline (see "Mark Rear Wall" section), only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done.

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... nuts; Mark the centerline 3/8" (1 cm) down 4" (10.2 cm) from the bottom edge of the upper cabinet. 9. D A C B A. 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. Refer to the... in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must align with front edge of cabinet.

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...Cabinet Template against drywall. 5. The template has trim lines to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at One End Hole (Figure 3) 1. Mounting plate C. Spring toggle nut D. Push the 2 bolts with toggle ... least 1 wall stud as well as installed) has a partial wall covering (for example, tile backsplash), be sure the "Rear Wall" arrows align to open . 3.

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... be installed around the supply cord hole, as shown. A. Secure damper assembly with 2 sheet metal screws. Rotate microwave oven up toward upper cabinet. NOTE: If venting through the power supply cord hole in the bottom of microwave oven still tilted, thread power supply cord through the wall, make sure the damper assembly fits easily into...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

...assembly slides under vent) Complete Installation 1. If the microwave oven does not operate: ■ Check that a household fuse has not blown, or that the long tab of water on a covered surface. 8. Replace...the power supply cord is no gap between the upper cabinet bottom and the microwave oven. Connect vent to follow these instructions can result in place, insert bolts through the cabinet ...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to open freely and fully. VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS This section is intended for wall venting only) D. NOTES: ■ Vent materials needed for installation are for the damper to round transition piece so that there is...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

... ft (6.1 m) B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m) C. 1 rectangular to round transition 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. When you call, you will need the microwave oven model number and serial number. Both numbers can be used. The filler panels come in China Replacement Parts If any of...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

...vent should be used in the system. Elbow (for 66" (167.6 cm) installation height. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool...vent. Rectangular to round transition piece so that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven...(15.2 cm = 3 m) E. Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW...

Warranty Information - Page 1

...model/serial numbers that is contrary to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 4. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this limited warranty does not apply. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover...write to Whirlpool with the removal from your home of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. W10451742A SP PN W10458699A...

Use & Care Guide - Page 1

..." found in this manual and on your model and serial number located on the front facing of injury, and tell you to properly grounded outlet. You will tell you what can kill or hurt you and others are able to reduce the chance of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. If you...

Use & Care Guide - Page 2

...cleaning the vent-hood filter. It is particularly important that the oven door close...models with such features). ■ Do not store any materials, other part of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in harmful exposure to stand in the microwave oven...microwave oven only for its intended use as described in the microwave oven as they may damage the filter. ■ Do not cover...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... speed, then turn on some models) functions. 6th SENSE™ System A sensor in the Clock submenu. When this occurs, the vent fan cannot be entered while the Timer is active in hours and minutes, or to set in the microwave oven detects moisture released from overheating, the auto vent fan will automatically turn off or...

Use & Care Guide - Page 5

...9632; Twist ties ■ Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow manufacturer recommendations.) ■.../Dinnerware: Place dish in microwave oven with plastic wrap and vent. Manual Cooking/Stage Cooking...microwave oven. Enter the additional time, if desired, and start the microwave oven. Microwave Oven Use For list of preset programs, see the Cooking Guide label on some models...

Use & Care Guide - Page 6

... light: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and is cool. See "Settings" section to paper towel. ■ Control panel: sponge or soft cloth and water. ■ Stainless steel (on some models): mild soap and water, then rinse with clean...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

...™ Kitchen Appliance Cleaner ■ affresh™ Stainless Steel Cleaner ■ affresh™ Stainless Steel Wipes 7 www.whirlpool.com Microwave oven will not operate 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. If water does...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... model number ready. You can write to correct house wiring or plumbing. 2. For assistance or service, call 1-800-253-1301. Proof of original purchase date is covered by a Whirlpool designated... product, you on the upper or lower front facing of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. The cost of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 1/12 Printed in accordance with the removal from your major...

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Microwave oven cooking tips
... than other foods. Cooking guidelines Covering Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten...models), aluminum foil for cooking in several items of the same size and shape, place them in a ring pattern, leaving the center of food will continue to vent. If not used with the following guidelines: Never allow contact with cookware. Never allow aluminum foil or metal to center. Microwave oven...
What are some tips for cooking in my microwave oven?
... Time: Food will continue to cook by the natural conduction of the food. If possible, turn food over from outside to vent steam. What are some metal can occur and cause damage to the microwave oven. Microwave Cooking Guide: Covering: Covering food helps retain moisture, shorten cook time and reduce spattering. Piercing: Before heating, use it?
How do I replace the cooking light in my microwave oven?
...vent grille into place. Assistance and service When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of light bulb do I operate the cooktop light on my microwave oven... appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in oven or reconnect power. The oven light is operating. Close bulb cover. To replace: Unplug oven or disconnect power. Remove the burned-out bulb...