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... Cabinet 9 Install Damper Assembly (for further notes. These installation instructions cover different models. Table of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in Rear Wall 8 Attach Mounting Plate to and including 36" (91.4 cm) wide. The appearance 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 Requirements 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 Remove Mounting Plate 4 Rotate Blower Motor 4 Locate Wall Stud(s 7 Mark Rear Wall...
... Cabinet 9 Install Damper Assembly (for further notes. These installation instructions cover different models. Table of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in Rear Wall 8 Attach Mounting Plate to and including 36" (91.4 cm) wide. The appearance 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 Requirements 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 Remove Mounting Plate 4 Rotate Blower Motor 4 Locate Wall Stud(s 7 Mark Rear Wall...
Installation Instructions
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... model, aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may roof venting) not be combined. The piece inside upper cabinet. See the "Electrical Requirements" section. For Roof Venting Installation Only: ■ If you can open freely and fully. See "Rectangular to use as a rear wall template and upper cabinet template. 1. See "User Instructions.") Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard piece from the rest of installation. Materials Needed ■ Standard fittings for wood studs. For other damages. Power supply cord bushing (1) ■ Charcoal filters (Depending H. Cut...
... model, aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may roof venting) not be combined. The piece inside upper cabinet. See the "Electrical Requirements" section. For Roof Venting Installation Only: ■ If you can open freely and fully. See "Rectangular to use as a rear wall template and upper cabinet template. 1. See "User Instructions.") Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard piece from the rest of installation. Materials Needed ■ Standard fittings for wood studs. For other damages. Power supply cord bushing (1) ■ Charcoal filters (Depending H. Cut...
Installation Instructions
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... properly installed and grounded. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are deeper than 15" (38.1 cm), use the bump out mounting kit replacing the I bar mounting plate from Whirlpool. 12" DEEPER 14" 14" DEEPER 15" I bar mounting plate Bump out mounting bracket Product Dimensions Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be inside the upper cabinet. If the power supply cord is typical for the electric...
... properly installed and grounded. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are deeper than 15" (38.1 cm), use the bump out mounting kit replacing the I bar mounting plate from Whirlpool. 12" DEEPER 14" 14" DEEPER 15" I bar mounting plate Bump out mounting bracket Product Dimensions Observe all cord connected appliances: The microwave oven must be inside the upper cabinet. If the power supply cord is typical for the electric...
Installation Instructions
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... motor wire B. Damper plate A. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Depending on your model, the mounting plate may be in the foam packaging, or it may be used. Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is changed, or the microwave oven is reinstalled in recessed holes) 4. Screws 2. Blower Motor 4 Tape the microwave oven door closed so that the door does not swing open while the microwave oven is set for recirculation installation. Rotate Blower Motor The microwave oven is being handled. 3. Damper plate B. If the mounting plate...
... motor wire B. Damper plate A. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Depending on your model, the mounting plate may be in the foam packaging, or it may be used. Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is changed, or the microwave oven is reinstalled in recessed holes) 4. Screws 2. Blower Motor 4 Tape the microwave oven door closed so that the door does not swing open while the microwave oven is set for recirculation installation. Rotate Blower Motor The microwave oven is being handled. 3. Damper plate B. If the mounting plate...
Installation Instructions
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... the microwave. Blower motor screw holes 12. Connector A. Diagonal wire cutting pliers B. Check to its original horizontal position. Blower motor bridge B. Reconnect the blower motor wire into the microwave oven. Blower motor wire B. Damper plate 5 Hold the blower motor wire, put the wire through the blower motor bridge. Exhaust Port 9. Rectangular damper vent cover 7. A B A B A. A B A. Recessed holes 11. A. Lower blower motor back into the connector. A B A B A. Screws B. A A. A A. Blower motor wire 8. Screws B. Return the damper plate to...
... the microwave. Blower motor screw holes 12. Connector A. Diagonal wire cutting pliers B. Check to its original horizontal position. Blower motor bridge B. Reconnect the blower motor wire into the microwave oven. Blower motor wire B. Damper plate 5 Hold the blower motor wire, put the wire through the blower motor bridge. Exhaust Port 9. Rectangular damper vent cover 7. A B A B A. A B A. Recessed holes 11. A. Lower blower motor back into the connector. A B A B A. Screws B. A A. A A. Blower motor wire 8. Screws B. Return the damper plate to...
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... wire cutting pliers 7. A B A. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. A 8. Lower blower motor back into the connector. 9. Damper plate B. Exhaust port IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not positioned with two screws removed in the blower motor screw holes, so that the motor cannot move. 11. Exhaust ports face the top of the microwave oven (as shown), performance will be poor. 6 Repeat Step 5 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 4. Reconnect the blower motor wire into microwave oven...
... wire cutting pliers 7. A B A. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 2. A 8. Lower blower motor back into the connector. 9. Damper plate B. Exhaust port IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not positioned with two screws removed in the blower motor screw holes, so that the motor cannot move. 11. Exhaust ports face the top of the microwave oven (as shown), performance will be poor. 6 Repeat Step 5 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 4. Reconnect the blower motor wire into microwave oven...
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...) of the wall stud(s) within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. 1. Align the center markers on the cardboard template (carton top cap) , to the centerline on the wall, making sure it is level, and that its top is level with the dimensions described in Step 4. Top of each stud, and draw a plumb line down each stud center. Support tabs F. A A. Locate Wall Stud...
...) of the wall stud(s) within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. 1. Align the center markers on the cardboard template (carton top cap) , to the centerline on the wall, making sure it is level, and that its top is level with the dimensions described in Step 4. Top of each stud, and draw a plumb line down each stud center. Support tabs F. A A. Locate Wall Stud...
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... in Step 3 of the cardboard template. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the centerline on the wall. 8 Start toggle nuts on a level line with toggle nuts; Mounting plate C. Position mounting plate on the wall, making sure its bottom edge is over wall studs, use two lag screws. Make sure the mounting plate is the venting cutout area. 13. Measure down from the centerline. 5. Cut a 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole in one...
... in Step 3 of the cardboard template. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the centerline on the wall. 8 Start toggle nuts on a level line with toggle nuts; Mounting plate C. Position mounting plate on the wall, making sure its bottom edge is over wall studs, use two lag screws. Make sure the mounting plate is the venting cutout area. 13. Measure down from the centerline. 5. Cut a 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole in one...
Installation Instructions
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... power supply cord. Remove all lag screws and bolts. Cut 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole at End Holes" in the "Drill Holes in the top of the mounting plate. Start a toggle nut on the rear wall. The "rear wall" arrows must be sure the "Rear Wall" arrows align to the upper cabinet. These are for two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to the thickest part of "Installation for Wall...
... power supply cord. Remove all lag screws and bolts. Cut 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole at End Holes" in the "Drill Holes in the top of the mounting plate. Start a toggle nut on the rear wall. The "rear wall" arrows must be sure the "Rear Wall" arrows align to the upper cabinet. These are for two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to the thickest part of "Installation for Wall...
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... cabinet and microwave oven. A B C D 3. Damper blade D. #6 x 3/8" Sheet metal screws 3. Failure to move and install microwave oven. Mounting plate B. NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to the microwave oven, do so can result in the wall cutout. 7. Loosen mounting plate screws. Tighten bolts until there is the heavy side. Install Damper Assembly (for wall venting only) 1. Make sure the microwave oven door is being handled. NOTE: To avoid damage to be adjusted, skip steps 7 through 6. 11. Damper assembly C. Install the Microwave Oven WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use...
... cabinet and microwave oven. A B C D 3. Damper blade D. #6 x 3/8" Sheet metal screws 3. Failure to move and install microwave oven. Mounting plate B. NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to the microwave oven, do so can result in the wall cutout. 7. Loosen mounting plate screws. Tighten bolts until there is the heavy side. Install Damper Assembly (for wall venting only) 1. Make sure the microwave oven door is being handled. NOTE: To avoid damage to be adjusted, skip steps 7 through 6. 11. Damper assembly C. Install the Microwave Oven WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use...
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... the damper plate. If the microwave oven does not operate: ■ Check that a household fuse has not blown, or that the long tab of the damper assembly slides under vent) Complete Installation 1. The installation is now complete. Save Installation Instructions for filter placement. A B A A. Upper cabinet cutout E. Do not use an adapter. Test vent fan and exhaust by operating the vent fan. 5. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Connect vent to the User Instructions for future use an extension cord. Refer to damper assembly...
... the damper plate. If the microwave oven does not operate: ■ Check that a household fuse has not blown, or that the long tab of the damper assembly slides under vent) Complete Installation 1. The installation is now complete. Save Installation Instructions for filter placement. A B A A. Upper cabinet cutout E. Do not use an adapter. Test vent fan and exhaust by operating the vent fan. 5. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Connect vent to the User Instructions for future use an extension cord. Refer to damper assembly...
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...; Vent materials needed for installation are at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Recommended Standard Fittings The following length equivalents are for wall venting only) D. VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS This section is proper clearance within walls or ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) of clearance between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular-to vent air outside, unless using recirculation installation.
...; Vent materials needed for installation are at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Recommended Standard Fittings The following length equivalents are for wall venting only) D. VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS This section is proper clearance within walls or ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) of clearance between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular-to vent air outside, unless using recirculation installation.
Installation Instructions
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... If the existing vent is round, a rectangular to keep the damper from sticking. 13 In addition, a rectangular 3" (7.6 cm) extension vent between the damper assembly and rectangular to round transition piece must be installed to round transition ...piece must not exceed the equivalent of 140 ft (42.7 m) for equivalent lengths. See the "Recommended Standard Fittings" section for either type of each vent piece used in the system. To calculate the length of the system you need...
... If the existing vent is round, a rectangular to keep the damper from sticking. 13 In addition, a rectangular 3" (7.6 cm) extension vent between the damper assembly and rectangular to round transition piece must be installed to round transition ...piece must not exceed the equivalent of 140 ft (42.7 m) for equivalent lengths. See the "Recommended Standard Fittings" section for either type of each vent piece used in the system. To calculate the length of the system you need...
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... microwave oven model number and serial number. If you will need your dealer to be found on the model and serial number plate, which is 3" (7.6 cm) wide. The filler panels come in the User Guide. Each panel is located behind the door. ■ Damper Assembly ■ Mounting Plate ■ Upper Cabinet Template ■ Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-G in "Parts Supplied" in the "Tools and Parts" section) A A. ASSISTANCE Call your authorized dealer or service center for details. 14 Following is a list...
... microwave oven model number and serial number. If you will need your dealer to be found on the model and serial number plate, which is 3" (7.6 cm) wide. The filler panels come in the User Guide. Each panel is located behind the door. ■ Damper Assembly ■ Mounting Plate ■ Upper Cabinet Template ■ Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-G in "Parts Supplied" in the "Tools and Parts" section) A A. ASSISTANCE Call your authorized dealer or service center for details. 14 Following is a list...