MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This product is suitable for use above electric or gas cooking products up to and including 36" (91.4 cm) wide. See the “Installation Requirements” section for further notes.
These installation instructions cover different models. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in these installation instructions.
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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY............................ |
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................. |
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Tools and Parts............................................................................. |
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Location Requirements................................................................. |
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Product Dimensions..................................................................... |
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Electrical Requirements................................................................ |
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS................................................... |
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Wall Venting Installation Only....................................................... |
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Install Damper Assembly (for wall venting only)........................... |
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Roof Venting Installation Only....................................................... |
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Install Damper Assembly (for roof venting only)........................... |
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Locate Wall Stud(s)....................................................................... |
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Prepare Upper Cabinet................................................................. |
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Mark Rear Wall.............................................................................. |
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Drill Holes in Rear Wall.................................................................. |
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Attach Mounting Plate to Wall...................................................... |
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Install the Microwave Oven.......................................................... |
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Complete Installation.................................................................. |
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VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS......................................... |
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ASSISTANCE................................................................................. |
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Replacement Parts..................................................................... |
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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
safety alert symbol.
alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
mean:
DANGER 
WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Tools needed
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
■■ Measuring tape ■■ Pencil
■■ Masking tape or thumbtacks
■■ Scissors
■■ No. 3 Phillips screwdriver for 1/4 - 20 x 3" (7.6 cm) bolts
■■ Drill
■■ 3/16" (5 mm),
3/8" (9.5 mm), 5/8" (1.6 cm) drill bits
■■ 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole saw
Parts supplied
■■ Diagonal wire cutting pliers
■■ Stud finder
■■ 7/16" (1.1 cm) socket wrench (or box wrench) for 1/4" x 2" (0.6 cm x 5.1 cm) lag screws
■■ 11⁄2" (3.8 cm) diam. hole drill bit for wood or metal cabinet
■■ Keyhole saw
■■ Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
■■ Duct tape
For information on reordering, see the “Replacement Parts” section.
NOTE: The hardware items listed here are for wood studs. For other types of wall structures, be sure to use appropriate fasteners.
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B
C 
D E 
F 
G
H
J
A.3/16 - 24 x 3" (7.6 cm) round-head bolts (2)
B.1/4 - 20 x 3" (7.6 cm) flat-head bolts
(2)
C.Washers (2)
D.3/16" (4.8 mm) toggle nuts (2)
E.1/4" x 2" (0.6 cm x 5.1 cm) lag screws (2)
F.Sheet metal screws 5/32" x 5/16" (0.4 cm x 0.8 cm) (2)
G.Power supply cord bushing (1)
H.Damper assembly (for wall or ro venting)
J. Exhaust vent cover (2)
Not Shown:
■■ Mounting plate (Located on the upper polyfoam)
■■ Grease filters ■■ Charcoal filters
NOTE: Depending on model, grease filter and charcoal filter may be combined.
Materials Needed
Standard fittings for wall or roof venting. See the “Venting Design Specifications” section.
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Check the opening where the microwave oven will be installed. The location must provide:
■■ Minimum installation dimensions. See the “Installation Dimensions” illustration.
■■ Minimum one 2" x 4" (5.1 cm x 10.16 cm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8" (9.5 mm) thickness drywall or plaster/lath within cabinet opening.
■■ Support for weight of 150 lbs (68 kg) which includes microwave oven and items placed inside the microwave oven and upper cabinet.
■■ Grounded electrical outlet inside upper cabinet. See the “Electrical Requirements” section.
NOTE: Some cabinet and building materials are not designed to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for cooking. Check with your builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that the materials used will not discolor, delaminate, or sustain other damages.
Special Requirements
For Wall Venting Installation Only:
■■ Cutout must be free of any obstructions so that the vent fits properly and the damper blade opens freely and fully.
For Roof Venting Installation Only:
■■ If you are using a rectangular-to-round transition piece, the 3" (7.6 cm) clearance needs to exist above the microwave oven so that the damper blade can open freely and fully. See “Rectangular to Round Transition” illustration in the “Venting Design Specifications” section.
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Installation Dimensions
NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. See the “Electrical Requirements” section.
A B
30" (76.2 cm) min.
24" (61 cm) typical*
60" ( 152.4 cm) min.
12" (30.5 cm) min.
14" (35.6 cm) max.
upper cabinet and side cabinet depth
A.2" x 4" (5.1 cm x 10.1 cm) wall stud
B.Grounded 3 prong outlet
*24" (61 cm) is typical for 60" (152.4 cm) installation height exact dimensions may vary depending on type of range/cooktop below.
NOTE: To ensure good performance, do not obstruct top vent airflow. If cabinets are deeper than 14" (35.6 cm) but no more than 15" (38.1 cm), use the bump out mounting kit replacing the mounting plate from the wall. The bump out mounting kit (part # W11185746) is not provided but can be purchased from Whirlpool.
12"
DEEPER
14" 14"
DEEPER
15"
mounting plate |
Bump out mounting |
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bracket |
Product Dimensions
*Overall depth of product will vary slightly depending on door design.
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26.2cm |
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45.18" 5cm
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26.2cm
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Electrical Requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Required:
■■ A 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker
Recommended:
■■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker
■■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The Microwave oven is set for recirculation installation. For wall or roof venting, changes must be made to the venting system.
NOTE: Skip below sections if you are using recirculation installations. Go to section “Locate Wall Stud(s)”. Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is changed or the microwave oven is reinstalled in another location where wall or roof venting may be used.
Wall Venting Installation Only
1.Using diagonal wire cutting pliers, gently snip out the rectangular vent cover on the damper plate.
A
B
A.Diagonal wire cutting pliers
B.Damper vent covers
Install Damper Assembly
(for wall venting only)
1.Check that damper blade moves freely, and opens fully.
2.Position the damper assembly on the back of the microwave oven so that the damper blade hinge is at the top, and the damper blade opens away from the microwave oven.
A B C D
A.Back of microwave oven
B.Damper assembly
C.Damper blade
D.Sheet metal screw 5/32" x 5/16" (4 mm x 8 mm)
3.Secure damper assembly with two sheet metal screws 5/32" x 5/16" (4 mm x 8 mm).
Roof Venting Installation Only
1.Remove screws attaching damper plate to top of microwave oven exterior. Slide damper plate toward the front of the microwave oven and lift up.
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B
A.Screws
B.Damper plate
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