Whirlpool W10238252A Installation Instructions Manual

Whirlpool microwave hood combination installation instructions

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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION
This product is suitable for use above electric or gas cooking products up to and including 36" (91.4 cm) wide. See "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.

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY

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:
WARNING
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.
W10238252A
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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 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 ....................................................................... 12
Accessories................................................................................... 12
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    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. W10238252A Table of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ... 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...
  • Page 2: Installation Requirements

    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 ■...
  • Page 3: Product Dimensions

    Installation Dimensions NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. See “Electrical Requirements” section. 30" (76.2 cm) min. 30" (76.2 cm) typical* 66" (167.6 cm) min. A. 2" x 4" wall stud B. Grounded 3 prong outlet *30"...
  • Page 4: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Depending on your model, the mounting plate may be in the foam packaging, or it may be attached to the back of the microwave oven. NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the work surface, cover the work surface.
  • Page 5 7. Reattach damper plate. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into the slots in the top of the microwave oven A. Damper plate B. Screws C. Damper plate tabs D. Slots 8. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 1. Roof Venting Installation Only 1.
  • Page 6: Locate Wall Stud(S)

    NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. See illustrations in “Possible Wall Stud Configurations.” Possible Wall Stud Configurations These depictions show examples of preferred installation configurations with the mounting plate. No Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 1 Wall Stud at One End Hole Figure 3...
  • Page 7: Mark Rear Wall

    Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be installed on a minimum of 1 wall stud, preferably 2, using a minimum of 1 lag screw, preferably 2. 1. Using measuring tape, find and clearly mark the vertical centerline of the opening. A.
  • Page 8: Attach Mounting Plate To Wall

    Installation for Wall Stud at One End Hole (Figure 3) 1. Drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into the wall stud at the end 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 6 of “Mark Rear Wall.”...
  • Page 9: Install Damper Assembly

    5. Cut the 1 " (3.8 cm) diameter hole at the circular shaded area “G” on the template. This hole is for the power supply cord. NOTE: If upper cabinet is metal, the supply cord bushing needs to be installed around the supply cord hole, as shown. A.
  • Page 10: Complete Installation

    NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to be adjusted, skip steps 7-9. 7. If adjustment is required, rotate microwave oven downward. Using 2 or more people, lift microwave oven off of mounting plate, and set aside on a covered surface. 8.
  • Page 11: Venting Design Specifications

    VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS This section is intended for architectural designer and builder/contractor reference only. NOTES: ■ Vent materials needed for installation are not provided with microwave hood. ■ We do not recommend using a flexible metal vent. ■ To avoid possible product damage, be sure to vent air outside, unless using recirculation installation.
  • Page 12: Assistance

    ■ Upper Cabinet Template ■ Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-G in “Parts Supplied” in the “Tools and Parts” section) W10238252A SP PN W10238253A © 2008. All rights reserved. (15.2 cm) round vent 6" (15.2 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total "...

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