Whirlpool MH1170XS Installation Instructions Manual
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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION
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.
NOTES:
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the warranty.
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.
IMPORTANT: Read Installation Instructions thoroughly before beginning installation. Save Installation Instructions for local house
inspector's use.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY ..............................1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...................................................2
Tools and Parts...............................................................................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
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. -
Page 2: Installation Requirements
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Location Requirements Tools Needed Check the opening where the microwave oven will be installed. The location must provide: Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools Minimum installation dimensions. -
Page 3: Product Dimensions
Installation Dimensions Electrical Requirements NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. See “Electrical Requirements” section. WARNING 30" (76.2 cm) Electrical Shock Hazard min. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 30" (76.2 cm) typical* 12" (30.5 cm) min. Do not remove ground prong. -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate Rotate Blower Motor NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the work surface, place a The microwave oven is set for ventless (recirculating) installation. protective cover on the work surface. For wall or roof venting, changes must be made to the venting system. - Page 5 5. Rotate blower motor 180° so that exhaust ports face the back of microwave oven, and lower it back into the microwave Roof Venting Installation Only oven. 1. Repeat Step 1 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.” 2. Repeat Step 2 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.” 3.
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Page 6: Locate Wall Stud(S)
Locate Wall Stud(s) 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 oven. the opening. See illustrations in “Possible Wall Stud Configurations.” 2. -
Page 7: Mark Rear Wall
Wall Venting Installation Only 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 or Centerline Upper cabinet bottom more. 1. Using measuring tape, find and clearly mark the vertical centerline of the opening. -
Page 8: Attach Mounting Plate To Wall
One Wall Stud at Two Corner Holes (Figure 3) Attach Mounting Plate to Wall NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the wall at all 4 corner holes 1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward, drilled into the wall studs and/or drywall using either 1/4-20 x 3" insert 1/4-20 x 3"... -
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. Install the Microwave Oven NOTE: If upper cabinet is metal, the supply cord bushing needs to be installed around the supply cord hole, as shown. -
Page 10: Complete Installation
6. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in 2. Connect vent to damper assembly. place. 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 protected surface. -
Page 11: Venting Design Specifications
VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS This section is intended for architectural designer and builder/ Rectangular to Round Transition contractor reference only. NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between NOTES: the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round transition piece so that the damper can open freely and fully. -
Page 12: Assistance
Recommended Vent Length ASSISTANCE x 10 (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6 (15.2 cm) round vent " " " Call your authorized dealer or service center. When you call, you should be used. will need the microwave oven model number and serial number. The total length of the vent system including straight vent, Both numbers can be found on the model and serial number elbow(s), transitions and wall or roof caps must not exceed the...