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Question posted by carnold on July 16th, 2011
Venting
I am trying to install a WMH1164XVS microwave. I do not have the manual. It appears that it is set up to vent out the top. I do not have a hood or a way to vent from top or back. I need to format it to recirculate and vent out the front. Is this possible and how do I do it?
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Related Whirlpool WMH1164XWS Manual Pages
Dimension Guide - Page 1
... Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment 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- The total length of the vent system including straight vent, elbow(s), transitions and wall or roof caps must exist...
Installation Instructions - Page 1
...you 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 particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in this manual and on your appliance.
We have provided...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
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For Roof Venting Installation Only: ■ If you are using a rectangular to round transition piece, the
3" (7.6 cm) clearance needs to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for 1/4"... wrench) for cooking. Set the cardboard template to the side and refer to Round Transition" illustration in "Venting Design Specifications" section.
2 Materials needed
■ Standard fittings...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... grounded 3 prong outlet must be grounded. upper cabinet and side cabinet depth
Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. Failure to whether the microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a fuse or circuit breaker.
In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... Blower Motor
The microwave oven is being handled. A
Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is
changed, or the microwave oven is reinstalled in recessed holes)
D
A.
Wall Venting Installation Only 1. Slide damper plate toward the front of microwave oven.
Reattach damper plate. Screws B. Keep damper plate and screws together and set for recirculation installation...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... in Step 3 cannot be poor. Damper plate B. Screws C. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 3 of "Wall Venting Installation Only."
5 Reattach blower motor to the microwave oven.
7. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into microwave oven. Securely tighten screws. Exhaust port
IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not correctly oriented, the 2 screws removed in the...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...Figure 4
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A. Cabinet opening , do not install the microwave oven.
1. Wall stud centerlines D.
Wall Stud at One End Hole Figure 3
Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 2
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C...the vertical centerline (see "Mark Rear Wall" section), only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done.
End holes (on mounting plate) B. ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...areas are 3 installation configurations. Measure ...saw, cut out the venting cutout area. Drill ...of cardboard template must
align with toggle nuts;
Wall Venting Installation Only
Upper cabinet bottom
³⁄₈" (1 ...template is level.
6. Installation for No Wall Studs at...the venting ...installed...microwave oven must be installed on the wall, making sure its top is...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... hole. 6. B A
C
A. 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolt B. C A
6. Start a toggle nut on at least 1 wall stud as well as installed) has a partial wall covering (for No Wall Studs at the end hole marked in the top of the microwave oven. Securely tighten the lag screws.
The template has trim lines to the wall on the bolt...
Installation Instructions - Page 9
This hole is metal, the supply cord bushing needs to be installed around the supply cord hole, as shown. NOTE: If upper cabinet is for the power supply cord. Metal cabinet B. These are for wall venting only)
1. Using a keyhole saw, cut out the rectangular area. A
B C
D
Install the Microwave Oven
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more...
Installation Instructions - Page 10
... and set aside on the turntable, and programming a cook time of the damper plate. Connect vent to ...Venting Installation Only
1. Test vent fan and exhaust by placing 1 cup
(250 mL) of water on a covered surface.
8. Save Installation Instructions for troubleshooting information. A
B
C
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F
A. Plug microwave oven into a grounded 3 prong outlet. NOTE: If microwave oven does not need...
Installation Instructions - Page 11
... not provided with
microwave hood combination.
■ We do not recommend using a flexible metal vent.
■ To avoid possible product damage, be sure there is proper clearance within walls or ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages.
Roof cap B. 6" (15.2 cm) min. See the examples in the vent system
■ using recirculation installation. A
B
C
Roof venting
Roof cap
Wall...
Installation Instructions - Page 12
... in pairs.
You will need , add the equivalent lengths of available replacement parts.
For best performance, use when installing this microwave oven in the User Instructions....microwave oven door on the front facing of the microwave oven. Following is 3" (7.6 cm) wide. Recommended Vent Length
A 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent...
Owners Manual - Page 1
...the microwave oven opening, behind the door.
See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found in this high-quality product. ® MICROWAVE HOOD ...MICROWAVE ENERGY" found in this manual and on the front facing of burns, electric shock, fire,
injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
■ Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation...
Owners Manual - Page 2
...with narrow necks.
- Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other than manufacturer's recommended accessories, in this manual. Do not use the microwave oven near a swimming pool, or similar ... boiling point without appearing to be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
■ Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the microwave oven for a short ...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... ordinances. The microwave oven is properly installed and grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This device complies with a fuse or circuit breaker.
Repeat to reach the "Demo Mode" submenu, and activate or deactivate Demo Mode. Touch the Options or Setup control to reach the "Sound On/Off" submenu, and turn on some models): Set vent fan to...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...is cool.
Touch COOK, select food item, enter quantity if needed , then touch the Start control.
Touch 1lb DEFROST.
Quick ..., then rinse with clean water and dry with plastic wrap and vent.
Warm Hold can be used by arcing due to paper towel...of each before or after a brief delay.
Microwave Oven Use
Manual Cooking/Stage Cooking
Doneness (on some models)
WARNING
Unwrap...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...microwave oven operation. It may experience static or noise while microwave oven is an error indicator. Troubleshooting
First try the steps below is set ...vent grille at the top front of a service call an electrician.
■ Magnetron
Try to cool the microwave oven. The microwave oven's cooling fan (on some models), which may be replaced about the door appears in the microwave oven...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...Please keep this limited warranty does not apply. Service calls to correct the installation of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. This warranty is void if the factory applied... circumstances shall be repaired in the home and only in your product, you need assistance using your correspondence. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR...
Warranty - Page 1
...by a Whirlpool designated service company.
If you need assistance using your complete model number ready. Please...
1. Service calls to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.
4. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or ... is not available.
10. The cost of the microwave oven opening, behind the door. DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES;...
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