Installation Instructions; Remove Mounting Plate; Rotate Blower Motor - Whirlpool WMH53521HZ Installation Instructions Manual

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.
1. Remove any remaining contents from the microwave oven
cavity.
2. If the mounting plate is attached to the back of the
microwave oven, remove it and set it aside.
3. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that the 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.

Rotate Blower Motor

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 back of
microwave oven, set the screws aside.
A
B
A. Damper plate
B. Screws
2. Turn and hold the damper plate vertically as shown.
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A. Damper plate
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3. Remove two blower screws attaching blower motor to the
microwave oven, and set aside.
A
A. Blower screws (in recessed holes)
4. Disconnect the blower motor wire from the connector.
A. Blower motor wire
B. Connector
5. Lift blower motor out of microwave oven, and set aside.
A. Blower Motor
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B
A