Whirlpool YMH1170XSQ1, YMH1160XSQ1, YMH1160XSB2 Installation Guide

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

This product is suitable for use above electric or gas cooking products up to 36" (91.4 cm) wide. These installation instructions cover different models. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the

illustration in these installation instructions.

INSTRUCTIONSD'INSTALLATION

DEL'ENSEMBLEFOUR MICRO-ONDES/HOTTE

Ce produit est congu pour I'utilisation au-dessus d'appareils de cuisson 61ectriques ou _.gaz de 36" (91,4 cm) de largeur

ou moins.

Ces instructions d'installation sont valables pour plusieurs modules. IIse peut que I'apparence de votre propre module soit 16g_rement diff6rente de celle montr6e sur les illustrations dans ce document.

Table of Contents / Table des mati@res

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ..................... 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .......................................... 2

Tools and Parts ..................................................................... 2

Location Requirements ......................................................... 3

Product Dimensions .............................................................. 3

Electrical Requirements ........................................................ 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................ 4

Remove Mounting Plate ........................................................ 4

Rotate Blower Motor ............................................................. 4

Locate Wall Stud(s) ............................................................... 6

Mark Rear Wall ...................................................................... 7

Drill Holes in Rear Wall .......................................................... 7

Attach Mounting Plate 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 .............................................................. t 2

Accessories ......................................................................... 12

SleCURITle DE L'ENSEMBLE FOUR .&MICRO-ONDES/HOTTE ...13

EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ......................................................... 13

Outillage et pieces ........................................................................... 13

Exigences d'emplacement .............................................................. 14

Dimensions du produit .................................................................... 14

Specifications _leotriques ............................................................... 15

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION .................................................. 15

D_pose de la plaque de montage ................................................... 15

R_orientation du moteur du ventilateur .......................................... 15

Identifier la position du/des poteaux du colombage mural ............ 17

Trac_ sur lemur arri_re ................................................................... 18

Pergage de trous dans lemur arriere .............................................. 18

Fixation de la plaque de montage sur lemur ................................. 19

Preparation du placard mural .......................................................... 20

Installation du module du clapet anti-reflux .................................... 20

Installation du four & micro-ondes .................................................. 21

Achever I'installation ........................................................................ 22

SPleCIFICATIONS/CONCEPTION DU CIRCUIT D'IeVACUATION.23

ASSISTANCE ...................................................................................... 24

Pieces de rechange ......................................................................... 24

Accessoires ..................................................................................... 24

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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

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.

INSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS

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Tools Needed

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools

listed here.

• Measuring tape • Stud finder

• Pencil • 7/16" socket wrench

• Masking tape or thumbtacks lag screws

• Scissors

• No. 2 Phillips screwdriver bit for wood or metal

• No. 3 Phillips screwdriver for 1/4-20 x 3" bolts • Keyhole saw

• Electric drill • Caulking gun and

• 3/16" (5 mm), 3/8" (10 mm) compound drill bits

• 3/4" (19 mm) hole saw

(or box wrench) for 1/4" x 2"

• 11/2"(3.8 cm) diam. hole drill cabinet

weatherproof caulking

• Duct tape

Parts Supplied

For reorder information, see "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.

A 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts (2) B. 1/4-20 x 3" flat-head bolts (2) C. Washers (2) D. Toggle nuts (2)

E. 1/4" x 2" lag screws (2)

F. Sheet metal screws (2) G. Power supply cord bushing (1) H. Damper assembly (for wall or roof

venting)

Not Shown:

Upper cabinet template

Mounting plate (attached to back of microwave oven)

Aluminum grease filters

Charcoal filters (Depending on model, charcoal filters may not be included. See

Use and Care Guide.)

NOTE: Depending on model, aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may be combined.

Materials needed

• Standard fittings for wall or roof venting. See "Venting Design Specifications" section.

Checktheopeningwherethemicrowaveovenwillbeinstalled. Thelocationmustprovide:

• Minimuminstallationdimensions.See"Installation Dimensions"illustration,

• Minimumone2"x4"(50.8x101.6mm)woodwallstudand minimum3/8"(9.5mm)thicknessdrywallorplaster/lathwithin cabinetopening.

• Supportforweightof150Ibs(68kg),whichincludes microwaveovenanditemsplacedinsidethemicrowaveoven anduppercabinet.

• Groundedelectricaloutletinsideuppercabinet.See "ElectricalRequirements"section.

NOTES:

• If installing the microwave oven near a left sidewall, make sure there is at least 6" (15.2 cm) of clearance between the wall and the microwave oven, so that the door can open fully.

• 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 "Venting Design Specifications" section.

Installation Dimensions NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper

cabinet. See "Electrical Requirements" section.

A B

66" (167.6 cm) rain.

A. 2" x 4" wall stud B. Grounded 3 prong outlet

*30" (76.2 cm) is typical for 66" (167.6 cm) installation height.

Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of range/cooktop below.

171/4 `'

(43.8 cm)

161/4`'

(41.3 cm)

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 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

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NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the work surface, cover the work surface.

1. Remove any remaining contents from the microwave oven cavity.

2. Remove the mounting plate by peeling off the strips of tape that attach it to the back of the microwave oven, and set the

mounting plate aside.

A. Mounting plate B. Back of microwave oven

C. Tape (multiple locations)

3. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that door does not swing open while the microwave oven is being handled.

NOTE: To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not grip or use the door or door handle while the microwave oven is being

handled.

The microwave oven is set for recirculation installation. For wall or roof venting, changes must be made to the venting system.

NOTE: Skip this section if you are using recirculation installation. 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. 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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A Screws B. Damper plate

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2. Keep damper plate and screws together and set aside.

Remove 2 screws attaching blower motor to back of microwave oven.

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A. Screws (inrecessedholes)

Lift blower motor out of microwave oven.

A. Blower motor

Rotate blower motor 180 ° so that exhaust ports face the back of microwave oven, and lower blower motor back into the

microwave oven.

Roof Venting Installation Only

1. Repeat Step 1 from "Wall Venting Installation Only."

2. Repeat Step 2 from "Wall Venting Installation Only."

3. Repeat Step 3 from "Wall Venting Installation Only."

4. Repeat Step 4 from "Wall Venting Installation Only."

5. Rotate blower motor so that exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven, and flat sides of blower motor face back of microwave oven. Lower blower motor back into microwave oven.

A. Exhaust port

IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not positioned with flat sides facing the back of the microwave oven (as shown), performance will be poor.

6. Reattach blower motor to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in Step 3 of "Wall Venting Installation Only."

Securely tighten screws.

NOTE: If blower motor is not correctly oriented, the 2 screws removed in Step 3 cannot be reattached to the microwave oven.

7. Reattach damper plate. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into the slots in the top of the microwave oven.

A. Exhaust port

6. Reattach blower motor to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in Step 3.

7. Reattach damper plate. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into the slots in the top of the microwave oven.

A. Screws B. Damper plate

C. Slots D. Damper plate tabs

Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 1.

A. Screws

B. Damper plate

C. Slots D. Damper plate tabs

Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 1 of "Wall Venting Installation Only."

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NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the cabinet opening, do not 1. Using a stud finder, locate the edges of the wall stud(s) within install the microwave oven, the opening.

See illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations," 2. Mark the center of each stud, and draw a plumb line down

Possible Wall Stud Configurations

These depictions show examples of preferred installation configurations with the mounting plate.

each stud center. See illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations."

No Wall Studs at Corner Holes

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Wall Stud at One Corner Hole

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No Wall Studs at Corner Holes

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NOTE: If wall stud is within 6" (15.2 cm) of the vertical centerline (see "Mark Rear Wall" section), only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done.

Wall Studs at Both Corner Holes

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A. Corner holes (on mounting plate) B. Cabinet opening vertical centerllne

C. Wall stud centerllnes D. Holes for lag screws

E. Support tabs

F. Mounting plate center markers

The microwave oven must be installed on a minimum of I wall stud, preferably 2, using a minimum of I lag screw, preferably 2.

1. Using measuring tape, find and clearly mark the vertical centerline of the opening.

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A. Centerline

2. With the support tabs facing forward (see illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations" in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section), align the mounting plate center markers to the

centerline on the wall, making sure it is level, and that the top of the mounting plate is butted up against the bottom edge of the upper cabinet.

NOTE: If the front edge of the upper cabinet is lower than the back edge, lower the mounting plate so that its top is level with

the front edge of the cabinet.

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A. Rear wall

B. Mounting plate C. Top of mounting plate must align

with front edge of cabineL

D. Front edge of upper cabinet

3. Holding the mounting plate in place, mark both bottom corner holes.

4. Find the wall stud centerline(s) marked in Step 2 of "Locate Wall Stud(s)," and mark at least 1, preferably 2, hole(s) through

the mounting plate, closest to the centerline(s). See figures 1, 2 and/or 3 in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations" in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section. The blackened holes in the shaded

areas are ideal hole locations.

5. Set mounting plate aside.

Wall Venting Installation Only

Centerline

Upper cabinet bottom

4" (10.2 cm)

6" (15.2 cm) 6" (15.2 cm)

6. Mark the centerline 3/8" (1cm) down from the bottom edge of the upper cabinet.

7. Using measuring tape, measure out 6" (15.2 cm) on both sides of the centedine, and mark.

8. Measure down 4" (10.2 cm) from the mark made in Step 6, and mark.

9. Using a straightedge, draw the 2 horizontal, level lines through the marks made in steps 6 and 8.

10. Draw the 2 vertical, plumb lines down from the marks made in Step 7 to complete the 12" x 4" (30.5 x 10.2 cm) rectangle.

This is the venting cutout area.

11. Cut a 3/4" (19 mm) hole in one corner of the cutout area.

12. Using a keyhole saw, cut out the venting cutout area.

In addition to being installed on at least 1 wall stud, the mounting plate must attach to the wall at both bottom corner holes. If the holes are not over wall studs, use two 1/4-20 x 3" round-head

bolts with toggle nuts; if 1 hole is over a wall stud, use I lag screw and one 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolt with toggle nut; or if both

holes are over wall studs, use 2 lag screws. Following are 3 installation configurations.

Installation for No Wall Studs at Corner Holes (Figures 1 & 2)

1. Drill 3/4" (19 mm) holes through the wall at both bottom corner holes marked in Step 3 of "Mark Rear Wall."

2. Drill 3/16" (5 mm) hole(s) into the wall stud(s) at the hole(s) marked in Step 4 of "Mark Rear Wall." Refer to figures 1 and 2 in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations" in "Locate Wall Stud(s)"

section.

Installation for Wall Stud at One Corner Hole (Figure 3)

1. Drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into the wall stud at the corner hole marked in Step 3 of "Mark Rear Wall."

2. If installing on a second wall stud, drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into the wall stud at the other hole marked in Step 4 of "Mark Rear

Wall." Refer to Figure 3 in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations" in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section.

3. Drill a 3/4" (19 mm) hole through the wall at the other corner hole.

Installation for Wall Studs at Both Corner Holes (Figure 4)

1. Drill 3/16" (5 mm) holes into the studs at the corner holes marked in Step 3 of "Mark Rear Wall."

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NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the wall at both bottom corner hobs drilled into the wall studs and/or drywall using either 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts and toggle nuts or 1/4 x 2" lag screws.

Refer to illustrations in "Possible Wall Stud Configurations" in "Locate Wall Stud(s)" section.

No Wall Studs at Corner Holes (Figures I & 2)

NOTE: The mounting plate must be secured to the wall on at least

1 wall stud as well as at both bottom corners.

1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward, insert 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolts through both bottom

corner holes of mounting plate.

2. Start toggle nuts on bolts from the back of the mounting plate. Leave enough space for the toggle nuts to go through the wall and to open.

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A. 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolt

B. Mounting plate C. Spring toggle nut

3. Position mounting plate on the wall, making sure that the top of the mounting plate is aligned with the front edge of the

upper cabinet. 1.

4. Push the 2 bolts with toggle nuts through the drywall, and 2. finger tighten the bolts to make sure toggle nuts have opened against drywall. 3.

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A. 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolt B. Mounting plate

C. Drywall D. Spring toggle nut

5. Insert lag screw(s) into the holes drilled into wall stud(s) in Step 2 of "Installation for No Wall Studs at Corner Holes" in the "Drill Holes in Rear Wall" section.

6. Check alignment of mounting plate, making sure it is level.

7. Securely tighten all lag screws and bolts.

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Wall Stud at One Corner Hole (Figure 3)

1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward,

insert a 1/4-20 x 3" round-head bolt through the corner hole that fits over the 3/4" (19 mm) hole drilled in Step 3 of

"Installation for One Wall Stud at One Corner Hole" in the "Drill Holes in Rear Wall" section.

2. Start a toggle nut on the bolt from the back of the mounting plate. Leave enough space for the toggle nut to go through the wall and to open.

3. Position mounting plate on the wall, making sure that the top of the mounting plate is aligned with the front edge of the

upper cabinet.

4. Push the bolt with toggle nut through the drywall, and finger tighten the bolt to make sure toggle nut has opened against

drywall.

5. Insert a lag screw into the remaining bottom corner hole.

6. If installing on a second wall stud, insert a lag screw into the other hole drilled in Step 2 of "Installation for One Wall Stud at

One Corner Hole" inthe "Drill Holes in Rear Wall" section.

7. Check alignment of mounting plate, making sure it is level.

8. Securely tighten the lag screw(s) and bolt.

Wall Studs at Both Corner Holes (Figure 4}

1. Position mounting plate on the wall, making sure that the top of the mounting plate is aligned with the front edge of the upper cabinet.

2. Insert lag screws into both bottom corner holes.

3. Check alignment of mounting plate, making sure it is level.

4. Securely tighten the lag screws.

Disconnect power to outlet. Remove all contents from upper cabinet. Place Upper Cabinet Template against the bottom of the

upper cabinet, and attach with tape or thumbtacks. Make sure the template centerline aligns with the vertical centerline on

the rear wall. The "rear wall" arrows must be against the rear wall so that the

holes cut into the upper cabinet align with the holes in the top of the microwave oven.

NOTE: If the upper cabinet has a frame around it, trim the template edges so that it fits inside the frame, against the upper cabinet bottom. The template has trim lines to use as guides.

4. Make sure the 10" (25.4 cm) dimension from the rear wall to points "D" and "E" on the template is maintained.

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