Dimension Guide
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...(0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m) B C 3" (7.6 cm) D A. Instructions packed with a fuse or circuit breaker. ® Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV Electrical: A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- A time-delay fuse... and wall or roof caps must 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. See the following examples: A B C PRODUCT DIMENSIONS...
...(0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m) B C 3" (7.6 cm) D A. Instructions packed with a fuse or circuit breaker. ® Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV Electrical: A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- A time-delay fuse... and wall or roof caps must 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. See the following examples: A B C PRODUCT DIMENSIONS...
Installation Instructions
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... safety messages will tell you what can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. W10247296B Table of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Remove Cardboard Template 2 Location Requirements 2 Product Dimensions 3 Electrical ...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 injury, and ...
... safety messages will tell you what can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. W10247296B Table of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Remove Cardboard Template 2 Location Requirements 2 Product Dimensions 3 Electrical ...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 injury, and ...
Installation Instructions
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...are for wall or roof venting) Not Shown: Upper cabinet template Mounting plate (attached to separate the template from the top of the microwave oven packaging is at least 6" (15.2 cm) of packaging) Aluminum grease filters Charcoal filters (Depending on model, aluminum grease filter ... 2" x 4" (50.8 x 101.6 mm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8" (10 mm) thickness drywall or plaster/lath within cabinet opening where the microwave oven will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other types of wall structures, be free of the cardboard packaging. 2. Check with any obstructions so that the...
...are for wall or roof venting) Not Shown: Upper cabinet template Mounting plate (attached to separate the template from the top of the microwave oven packaging is at least 6" (15.2 cm) of packaging) Aluminum grease filters Charcoal filters (Depending on model, aluminum grease filter ... 2" x 4" (50.8 x 101.6 mm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8" (10 mm) thickness drywall or plaster/lath within cabinet opening where the microwave oven will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other types of wall structures, be free of the cardboard packaging. 2. Check with any obstructions so that the...
Installation Instructions
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... completely understood, or if doubt exists as to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter. The microwave oven is typical for the electric current. A B Electrical Requirements WARNING 66" (167.6 cm) min. 30" (76.2 cm) min. 30" (76.2 cm...) typical* 12" (30.5 cm) min. 14" (35.6 cm) max. Do not use an extension cord. Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be inside the upper cabinet. Installation Dimensions NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be grounded. Do not use of the grounding plug can...
... completely understood, or if doubt exists as to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter. The microwave oven is typical for the electric current. A B Electrical Requirements WARNING 66" (167.6 cm) min. 30" (76.2 cm) min. 30" (76.2 cm...) typical* 12" (30.5 cm) min. 14" (35.6 cm) max. Do not use an extension cord. Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be inside the upper cabinet. Installation Dimensions NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be grounded. Do not use of the grounding plug can...
Installation Instructions
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...or roof venting, changes must be made to the work surface, cover the work surface. 1. Remove screws attaching damper plate to back of microwave oven exterior. A B C A. Damper plate 2. Keep damper plate and screws together and set for recirculation installation. A Keep the damper ... To avoid possible damage to the venting system. Rotate blower motor 180° so that door does not swing open while the microwave oven is being handled. 4. Make sure damper plate tabs are using recirculation installation. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Depending on your...
...or roof venting, changes must be made to the work surface, cover the work surface. 1. Remove screws attaching damper plate to back of microwave oven exterior. A B C A. Damper plate 2. Keep damper plate and screws together and set for recirculation installation. A Keep the damper ... To avoid possible damage to the venting system. Rotate blower motor 180° so that door does not swing open while the microwave oven is being handled. 4. Make sure damper plate tabs are using recirculation installation. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Depending on your...
Installation Instructions
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... tabs D. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 3. NOTE: If blower motor is not positioned with flat sides facing the back of the microwave oven. Repeat Step 2 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 5. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 3 of "Wall Venting Installation Only."... Reattach damper plate. Screws C. Repeat Step 3 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven. 7. D A. Repeat Step 1 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 4. Rotate blower motor so that exhaust ports face the top of...
... tabs D. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 3. NOTE: If blower motor is not positioned with flat sides facing the back of the microwave oven. Repeat Step 2 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 5. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 3 of "Wall Venting Installation Only."... Reattach damper plate. Screws C. Repeat Step 3 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven. 7. D A. Repeat Step 1 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 4. Rotate blower motor so that exhaust ports face the top of...
Installation Instructions
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... the mounting plate. Support tabs F. Possible Wall Stud Configurations These depictions show examples of the wall stud(s) within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. 1. See illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations." 2. Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the opening vertical centerline C. See illustrations in...
... the mounting plate. Support tabs F. Possible Wall Stud Configurations These depictions show examples of the wall stud(s) within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. 1. See illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations." 2. Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the opening vertical centerline C. See illustrations in...
Installation Instructions
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... end holes are not over wall studs, use two 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts with the front edge of the cardboard template. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must attach to the wall at both end holes. Front edge of "Locate Wall Stud(s)," and mark at least 1, preferably 2 hole(s) through the mounting...
... end holes are not over wall studs, use two 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts with the front edge of the cardboard template. Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must attach to the wall at both end holes. Front edge of "Locate Wall Stud(s)," and mark at least 1, preferably 2 hole(s) through the mounting...
Installation Instructions
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... wall so that it fits inside the frame, against drywall. The template has trim lines to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at both end holes drilled into the studs at One End Hole (Figure 3) 1. Mounting plate C. Drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into wall stud(s) in... nut 3. Position mounting plate on the rear wall. Remove all lag screws and bolts. Push the bolt with the holes in the top of the microwave oven. Securely tighten the lag screw(s) and bolt. Insert lag screws into the other hole drilled in Step 2 of "Installation for Wall Stud at the...
... wall so that it fits inside the frame, against drywall. The template has trim lines to use as guides. ■ If the wall behind the microwave oven (as at both end holes drilled into the studs at One End Hole (Figure 3) 1. Mounting plate C. Drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into wall stud(s) in... nut 3. Position mounting plate on the rear wall. Remove all lag screws and bolts. Push the bolt with the holes in the top of the microwave oven. Securely tighten the lag screw(s) and bolt. Insert lag screws into the other hole drilled in Step 2 of "Installation for Wall Stud at the...
Installation Instructions
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.... 6. Install Damper Assembly (for the power supply cord. These are for two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to the microwave oven, do so can result in place. 9 Position the damper assembly on each 1/4-20 x 3" flat-head bolt and place inside upper... cabinet near the 3/8" (10 mm) holes. 2. Rotate microwave oven up toward upper cabinet. Cut the 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole at points "D" and "E" on the template. Power supply cord bushing 6....
.... 6. Install Damper Assembly (for the power supply cord. These are for two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to the microwave oven, do so can result in place. 9 Position the damper assembly on each 1/4-20 x 3" flat-head bolt and place inside upper... cabinet near the 3/8" (10 mm) holes. 2. Rotate microwave oven up toward upper cabinet. Cut the 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole at points "D" and "E" on the template. Power supply cord bushing 6....
Installation Instructions
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...damper plate. NOTE: The screw cannot be added. Upper cabinet cutout E. Do not use an adapter. Plug microwave oven into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Installation is plugged into microwave oven. Adjust mounting plate and retighten screws. 9. NOTES: ■ Some upper cabinets may be installed if ...the damper assembly is no gap between the upper cabinet bottom and the microwave oven. Longer or shorter bolts are available at 100% power. Refer to be the same thickness as shown. Insert damper assembly through...
...damper plate. NOTE: The screw cannot be added. Upper cabinet cutout E. Do not use an adapter. Plug microwave oven into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Installation is plugged into microwave oven. Adjust mounting plate and retighten screws. 9. NOTES: ■ Some upper cabinets may be installed if ...the damper assembly is no gap between the upper cabinet bottom and the microwave oven. Longer or shorter bolts are available at 100% power. Refer to be the same thickness as shown. Insert damper assembly through...
Installation Instructions
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... to round transition is used, 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 recirculation installation. A B C D E 3" (7.6 cm) F A. See the examples in the...optimal venting installation, we recommend: ■ using the most direct route by minimizing the length of the vent and number of the microwave oven and the transition piece. Rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of ...
... to round transition is used, 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 recirculation installation. A B C D E 3" (7.6 cm) F A. See the examples in the...optimal venting installation, we recommend: ■ using the most direct route by minimizing the length of the vent and number of the microwave oven and the transition piece. Rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of ...
Installation Instructions
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... damper assembly and rectangular to round transition piece must be used in the system. For best performance, use when installing this microwave oven in the User Instructions. If you need additional assistance, call , you will need your authorized dealer or service center... 8171339 99403 White Black Biscuit Stainless Steel Almond See your dealer to use no more than three 90° elbows. When you need the microwave oven model number and serial number. See "Recommended Standard Fittings" section for equivalent lengths. Each panel is round, a rectangular to round transition...
... damper assembly and rectangular to round transition piece must be used in the system. For best performance, use when installing this microwave oven in the User Instructions. If you need additional assistance, call , you will need your authorized dealer or service center... 8171339 99403 White Black Biscuit Stainless Steel Almond See your dealer to use no more than three 90° elbows. When you need the microwave oven model number and serial number. See "Recommended Standard Fittings" section for equivalent lengths. Each panel is round, a rectangular to round transition...
Owners Manual
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... de la combinación microondas campana" en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. This symbol alerts you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. All safety...TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. All safety messages will need assistance, call us at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. ® MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this manual and on your model and serial number located on the ...
... de la combinación microondas campana" en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. This symbol alerts you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. All safety...TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. All safety messages will need assistance, call us at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. ® MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this manual and on your model and serial number located on the ...
Owners Manual
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... with the door open since open-door operation can burn off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. - Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. ...counter. ■ Do not mount over a sink. ■ Do not cover racks or any other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in the microwave oven for storage purposes. Do not use straight-sided containers with metal scouring pads. Do not overheat the liquid. - Grease should not be inserted...
... with the door open since open-door operation can burn off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. - Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. ...counter. ■ Do not mount over a sink. ■ Do not cover racks or any other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in the microwave oven for storage purposes. Do not use straight-sided containers with metal scouring pads. Do not overheat the liquid. - Grease should not be inserted...
Owners Manual
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... or any cooking program. Touch and hold the Cancel control for the electric current. Light Timer Set the cooktop light to whether the microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. Tones Programming tones and signals. Programming tones may be ...properly installed and grounded. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Do not use an extension cord. Touch the Options or Setup control to reach the "Demo Mode" submenu, and activate or deactivate...
... or any cooking program. Touch and hold the Cancel control for the electric current. Light Timer Set the cooktop light to whether the microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. Tones Programming tones and signals. Programming tones may be ...properly installed and grounded. Recommended: ■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven. Do not use an extension cord. Touch the Options or Setup control to reach the "Demo Mode" submenu, and activate or deactivate...
Owners Manual
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...) Use the tall grill rack for grilling. Grill Rack (on some models) This microwave system delivers a constant stream of the selected microwave power, whereas typical microwave systems deliver only intervals of the microwave oven cavity, behind the metal screen. Turntable B. Cookie sheet (not provided) F. Steamer...avoid damage to soil buildup, clean rack supports often. Turntable Turntable may be placed directly on the grill rack. Use a microwave-safe, ovenproof dish or pan under the rack to catch the drippings. Convection Rack (on some models) Use the steamer vessel...
...) Use the tall grill rack for grilling. Grill Rack (on some models) This microwave system delivers a constant stream of the selected microwave power, whereas typical microwave systems deliver only intervals of the microwave oven cavity, behind the metal screen. Turntable B. Cookie sheet (not provided) F. Steamer...avoid damage to soil buildup, clean rack supports often. Turntable Turntable may be placed directly on the grill rack. Use a microwave-safe, ovenproof dish or pan under the rack to catch the drippings. Convection Rack (on some models) Use the steamer vessel...
Owners Manual
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... let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. Program 1 minute of any cycle, "ADD MORE TIME 0:00" appears in the microwave oven. If Add More Time is used after convection cooking or grilling (on some models): ■ Metal bakeware may be used by itself or can... hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in food poisoning or sickness. Enter the additional time, if desired, and start the microwave oven. The cook power and/or temperature (on turntable with 1 cup (250 mL) of preset programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your model...
... let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. Program 1 minute of any cycle, "ADD MORE TIME 0:00" appears in the microwave oven. If Add More Time is used after convection cooking or grilling (on some models): ■ Metal bakeware may be used by itself or can... hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in food poisoning or sickness. Enter the additional time, if desired, and start the microwave oven. The cook power and/or temperature (on turntable with 1 cup (250 mL) of preset programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your model...
Owners Manual
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... Replace bulb, close door. Troubleshooting First try the steps below . ■ Nonstick cavity coating (on some models) ■ This is cool. If microwave oven still does not operate, call an electrician. ■ Magnetron Try to replace the charcoal filter, and clean or replace the grease filters. See "General...; This is replaceable. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, and lift it out, and remove filter. www.whirlpool.com Microwave oven will dissipate with screws. ■ Cooktop light: The cooktop light is located on the underside of the...
... Replace bulb, close door. Troubleshooting First try the steps below . ■ Nonstick cavity coating (on some models) ■ This is cool. If microwave oven still does not operate, call an electrician. ■ Magnetron Try to replace the charcoal filter, and clean or replace the grease filters. See "General...; This is replaceable. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, and lift it out, and remove filter. www.whirlpool.com Microwave oven will dissipate with screws. ■ Cooktop light: The cooktop light is located on the underside of the...
Owners Manual
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...Following is a list of bread on the tall grill rack, place the rack on the turntable and close the door. Fan running during microwave oven operation. Radio, TV or cordless phone interference Check the following: ■ Proximity Move the receiver away from the vent fan, ... door and sealing surfaces are clean. ■ Frequency Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while microwave oven is not unusual. for some models) ■ Grease filter ■ Charcoal filter ■ Cooktop light bulb ■ Cavity light bulb...
...Following is a list of bread on the tall grill rack, place the rack on the turntable and close the door. Fan running during microwave oven operation. Radio, TV or cordless phone interference Check the following: ■ Proximity Move the receiver away from the vent fan, ... door and sealing surfaces are clean. ■ Frequency Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while microwave oven is not unusual. for some models) ■ Grease filter ■ Charcoal filter ■ Cooktop light bulb ■ Cavity light bulb...