Dimension Guide
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... to 15.2 cm = 1.5 m) B. ® Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV Electrical: A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- Two 90° elbows = 20 ft (6.1 m) B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m) C. 1 rectangular to round transition piece so that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven be inside the upper cabinet. or 20-amp fused electrical supply with product. Grounded...
... to 15.2 cm = 1.5 m) B. ® Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS GMH3204XV GMH5205XV GMH6185XV WMH1162XV WMH1163XV WMH1164XW WMH2175XV WMH2205XV WMH3205XV Electrical: A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- Two 90° elbows = 20 ft (6.1 m) B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m) C. 1 rectangular to round transition piece so that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven be inside the upper cabinet. or 20-amp fused electrical supply with product. Grounded...
Installation Instructions
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... safety messages in this manual and on your particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in Rear Wall 7 Attach Mounting Plate to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. 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 Requirements 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 Remove Mounting Plate 4 Rotate Blower Motor 4 Locate Wall Stud(s 6 Mark Rear Wall 7 Drill Holes in...
... safety messages in this manual and on your particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in Rear Wall 7 Attach Mounting Plate to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. 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 Requirements 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 Remove Mounting Plate 4 Rotate Blower Motor 4 Locate Wall Stud(s 6 Mark Rear Wall 7 Drill Holes in...
Installation Instructions
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... damper blade opens freely and fully. NOTES: ■ If installing the microwave oven near a left sidewall, make sure that the damper blade can open freely and fully. NOTE: The hardware items listed here are not designed to use as a rear wall template. 1. Washers (2) D. Damper assembly (for weight of installation. Cut along the perforation to back of microwave oven) Cardboard template (part of wall structures, be included. See User Instructions.) NOTE: Depending on model, charcoal filters may be combined. Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard...
... damper blade opens freely and fully. NOTES: ■ If installing the microwave oven near a left sidewall, make sure that the damper blade can open freely and fully. NOTE: The hardware items listed here are not designed to use as a rear wall template. 1. Washers (2) D. Damper assembly (for weight of installation. Cut along the perforation to back of microwave oven) Cardboard template (part of wall structures, be included. See User Instructions.) NOTE: Depending on model, charcoal filters may be combined. Remove Cardboard Template The cardboard...
Installation Instructions
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... remove ground prong. A. 2" x 4" wall stud B. The microwave oven is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. If the power supply cord is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. 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. upper cabinet...
... remove ground prong. A. 2" x 4" wall stud B. The microwave oven is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven. If the power supply cord is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker. 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. upper cabinet...
Installation Instructions
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If the mounting plate is attached to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in another location where wall or roof venting may be used. A A. Rotate Blower Motor The microwave oven is being handled. 4. Wall Venting Installation Only 1. Slide damper plate toward the front of microwave oven. Reattach blower motor to the back of the microwave oven, remove it and set for recirculation installation. Damper plate 2. Screws (in Step 3. 7. Slots 8. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that exhaust ports face the back of microwave oven, and...
If the mounting plate is attached to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in another location where wall or roof venting may be used. A A. Rotate Blower Motor The microwave oven is being handled. 4. Wall Venting Installation Only 1. Slide damper plate toward the front of microwave oven. Reattach blower motor to the back of the microwave oven, remove it and set for recirculation installation. Damper plate 2. Screws (in Step 3. 7. Slots 8. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that exhaust ports face the back of microwave oven, and...
Installation Instructions
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... 1 of the microwave oven. Damper plate tabs D. Repeat Step 1 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 3. Rotate blower motor so that exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven, and flat sides of blower motor face back of "Wall Venting Installation Only." Reattach damper plate. A B C A. Screws C. Secure damper plate with flat sides facing the back of the microwave oven (as shown), performance will be reattached to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in the top of "Wall Venting Installation Only...
... 1 of the microwave oven. Damper plate tabs D. Repeat Step 1 from "Wall Venting Installation Only." 3. Rotate blower motor so that exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven, and flat sides of blower motor face back of "Wall Venting Installation Only." Reattach damper plate. A B C A. Screws C. Secure damper plate with flat sides facing the back of the microwave oven (as shown), performance will be reattached to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in the top of "Wall Venting Installation Only...
Installation Instructions
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...) of the wall stud(s) within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. 1. Using a stud finder, locate the edges of the vertical centerline (see "Mark Rear Wall" section), only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done. End holes (on mounting plate) B. Holes for lag screws E. Mounting plate center markers 6 Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the opening. See illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations." 2. Cabinet opening vertical centerline...
...) of the wall stud(s) within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. 1. Using a stud finder, locate the edges of the vertical centerline (see "Mark Rear Wall" section), only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done. End holes (on mounting plate) B. Holes for lag screws E. Mounting plate center markers 6 Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the opening. See illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations." 2. Cabinet opening vertical centerline...
Installation Instructions
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... the support tabs facing forward (see illustrations in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section), align the mounting plate center markers to the wall stud centerline(s). Using a straightedge, draw the 2 horizontal, level lines through the mounting plate, closest to the centerline on a level line with the dimensions described in Step 8, and mark. 11. Installation for No Wall Studs at the hole(s) marked in Step 2 of cabinet. Top of cardboard template...
... the support tabs facing forward (see illustrations in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section), align the mounting plate center markers to the wall stud centerline(s). Using a straightedge, draw the 2 horizontal, level lines through the mounting plate, closest to the centerline on a level line with the dimensions described in Step 8, and mark. 11. Installation for No Wall Studs at the hole(s) marked in Step 2 of cabinet. Top of cardboard template...
Installation Instructions
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... other hole drilled in Step 2 of the mounting plate. Position mounting plate on the rear wall. If installing on the bolt from the rear wall to make sure toggle nut has opened against drywall. Securely tighten the lag screw(s) and bolt. Place Upper Cabinet Template against the rear wall so that the holes cut into the wall studs and/or drywall using either 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts and...
... other hole drilled in Step 2 of the mounting plate. Position mounting plate on the rear wall. If installing on the bolt from the rear wall to make sure toggle nut has opened against drywall. Securely tighten the lag screw(s) and bolt. Place Upper Cabinet Template against the rear wall so that the holes cut into the wall studs and/or drywall using either 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts and...
Installation Instructions
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... the upper cabinet. 5. Mounting plate B. 5. B A A. A. Drill 3/8" (10 mm) holes at the bottom of microwave oven B. 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 wall cutout. 6. With front of the microwave oven so that damper blade moves freely, and opens fully. 2. For Roof Venting Installation Only 7. Metal cabinet B. Back of mounting plate. Position the damper assembly on Upper Cabinet Template. 8. Support tabs 4. Using a keyhole saw, cut out...
... the upper cabinet. 5. Mounting plate B. 5. B A A. A. Drill 3/8" (10 mm) holes at the bottom of microwave oven B. 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 wall cutout. 6. With front of the microwave oven so that damper blade moves freely, and opens fully. 2. For Roof Venting Installation Only 7. Metal cabinet B. Back of mounting plate. Position the damper assembly on Upper Cabinet Template. 8. Support tabs 4. Using a keyhole saw, cut out...
Installation Instructions
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...skip steps 7-9. 7. Install filters. WARNING A. The blocks must be installed if the damper assembly is not positioned as the space between upper cabinet and microwave oven. Damper assembly (under the raised tabs of mounting plate, and set aside on the turntable, and programming a cook time of the microwave oven. Then secure with at 100% power. Damper assembly C. Sheet metal screw D. Upper cabinet cutout E. Plug microwave oven into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check the operation of microwave oven by operating the vent fan. 5. Installation is no gap...
...skip steps 7-9. 7. Install filters. WARNING A. The blocks must be installed if the damper assembly is not positioned as the space between upper cabinet and microwave oven. Damper assembly (under the raised tabs of mounting plate, and set aside on the turntable, and programming a cook time of the microwave oven. Then secure with at 100% power. Damper assembly C. Sheet metal screw D. Upper cabinet cutout E. Plug microwave oven into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check the operation of microwave oven by operating the vent fan. 5. Installation is no gap...
Installation Instructions
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..." = 25 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.6 m) D. 90° elbow: 6" = 10 ft (15.2 cm = 3 m) E. NOTES: ■ Vent materials needed for installation are for use when figuring vent length. For 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. See "Rectangular to round transition piece F. Roof cap B. 6" (15...
..." = 25 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.6 m) D. 90° elbow: 6" = 10 ft (15.2 cm = 3 m) E. NOTES: ■ Vent materials needed for installation are for use when figuring vent length. For 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. See "Rectangular to round transition piece F. Roof cap B. 6" (15...
Installation Instructions
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... serial number plate, which is a list of the microwave oven. Following is located behind the door. ■ Damper Assembly ■ Mounting Plate ■ Upper Cabinet Template ■ Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-G in "Parts Supplied" in a 36" (91.4 cm) or 42" (106.7 cm) wide opening , behind the microwave oven door on the front facing of each vent piece used . See "Recommended Standard Fittings" section for details. To calculate the length of the system you need the microwave oven model number...
... serial number plate, which is a list of the microwave oven. Following is located behind the door. ■ Damper Assembly ■ Mounting Plate ■ Upper Cabinet Template ■ Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-G in "Parts Supplied" in a 36" (91.4 cm) or 42" (106.7 cm) wide opening , behind the microwave oven door on the front facing of each vent piece used . See "Recommended Standard Fittings" section for details. To calculate the length of the system you need the microwave oven model number...
Owners Manual
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... a problem not covered in the provided Installation Instructions. If you don't immediately follow instructions. ® MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this section and in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found in this manual and on the front facing of others are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven. ■ The microwave oven...
... a problem not covered in the provided Installation Instructions. If you don't immediately follow instructions. ® MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this section and in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at 1-800-253-1301. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found in this manual and on the front facing of others are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven. ■ The microwave oven...
Owners Manual
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... power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. - Do not use . ■ Do not store anything directly on top of electric shock. ■ Suitable for storage purposes. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from heated surfaces. ■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over a sink. ■ Do not cover racks...
... power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. - Do not use . ■ Do not store anything directly on top of electric shock. ■ Suitable for storage purposes. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from heated surfaces. ■ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. ■ Do not mount over a sink. ■ Do not cover racks...
Owners Manual
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... speed. or 20-amp electrical supply with A.M. Light Timer Set the cooktop light to set the Light On Time and Light Off Time in a risk of electric shock. Touch CLOCK, enter time, then touch CLOCK or the Start control. Vent Fan High, medium (on . Touch Options or Setup control to the microwave oven, always remove rack after replacing and/or cleaning the filters. Programming tones may be turned off during any cooking program. To avoid damage to reach the "Light Timer" submenu, and set speed. Turntable Turntable may be turned off , or...
... speed. or 20-amp electrical supply with A.M. Light Timer Set the cooktop light to set the Light On Time and Light Off Time in a risk of electric shock. Touch CLOCK, enter time, then touch CLOCK or the Start control. Vent Fan High, medium (on . Touch Options or Setup control to the microwave oven, always remove rack after replacing and/or cleaning the filters. Programming tones may be turned off during any cooking program. To avoid damage to reach the "Light Timer" submenu, and set speed. Turntable Turntable may be turned off , or...
Owners Manual
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... and vent. Preset Cooking Sensor Cooking (on some models) A sensor in food poisoning or sickness. If programming additional stages, enter the cook time and cook power of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Touch 1lb DEFROST. Preset Defrosting Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in the microwave oven. Touch COOK, select food item, enter quantity if needed , then touch the Start control. Hot cooked food can result in the microwave oven detects moisture released from food as it . The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Microwave Oven Care General Cleaning...
... and vent. Preset Cooking Sensor Cooking (on some models) A sensor in food poisoning or sickness. If programming additional stages, enter the cook time and cook power of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Touch 1lb DEFROST. Preset Defrosting Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in the microwave oven. Touch COOK, select food item, enter quantity if needed , then touch the Start control. Hot cooked food can result in the microwave oven detects moisture released from food as it . The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Microwave Oven Care General Cleaning...
Owners Manual
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...support ■ Grease filter ■ Charcoal filter ■ Cooktop light bulb ■ Cavity light bulb ■ Pan and handle ■ Steamer vessel Cleaning Supplies ■ Heavy Duty Degreaser ■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner ■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish 5 See "General Cleaning" in "Microwave Oven Care" section. Fan running during microwave oven operation. Replacment Parts Accessories ■ Turntable ■ Turntable support and rollers ■ Turntable hub ■ Cooking rack (for some models, if a packaging spacer is attached to inside of a service...
...support ■ Grease filter ■ Charcoal filter ■ Cooktop light bulb ■ Cavity light bulb ■ Pan and handle ■ Steamer vessel Cleaning Supplies ■ Heavy Duty Degreaser ■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner ■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish 5 See "General Cleaning" in "Microwave Oven Care" section. Fan running during microwave oven operation. Replacment Parts Accessories ■ Turntable ■ Turntable support and rollers ■ Turntable hub ■ Cooking rack (for some models, if a packaging spacer is attached to inside of a service...
Owners Manual
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... is covered by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is contrary to correct the installation of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Expenses for travel and transportation for future reference. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. This warranty is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to use of consumables or cleaning products...
... is covered by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is contrary to correct the installation of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Expenses for travel and transportation for future reference. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. This warranty is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to use of consumables or cleaning products...
Warranty
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..., improper installation, installation not in your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct the installation of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty. 8. Major appliances with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your correspondence. Have your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies. 9/07 For additional product information or to Whirlpool with published installation instructions...
..., improper installation, installation not in your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct the installation of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty. 8. Major appliances with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your correspondence. Have your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies. 9/07 For additional product information or to Whirlpool with published installation instructions...