Installation Instructions

ManualsBrandsWhirlpool ManualsOver-the-Range MicrowavesWMHA9019HV

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.

Table of Contents

MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY

W11380664A

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) ............................................................................ 7

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

Drill Holes in Rear Wall ....................................................................... 8

Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ........................................................... 8

Prepare Upper Cabinet ...................................................................... 9

Install Damper Assembly ................................................................. 10

Install the Microwave Oven ..............................................................10

Complete Installation ....................................................................... 11

VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 12

ASSISTANCE ...................................................................................... 14

Replacement Parts .......................................................................... 14

Accessories. ..................................................................................... 14

Summary of content (16 pages)

PAGE 1
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. Table of Contents MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY...................................
PAGE 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Location Requirements Tools Needed Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. 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" (50.8 x 101.
PAGE 3
Installation Dimensions Electrical Requirements NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. See the “Electrical Requirements” section. A B WARNING 12" (30.5 cm) min. 14" (35.6 cm) max. 30" (76.2 cm) min* upper cabinet and side cabinet depth Electrical Shock Hazard 30" (76.2 cm) typical* 33" (91.4 cm) higher recommended** 66" (167.6 cm) min. 69" (175.3 cm) or higher recommended Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.
PAGE 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Mounting Plate 3. Remove 2 blower screws attaching blower motor to the microwave oven, and set aside. 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.
PAGE 5
6. Using diagonal wire cutting pliers, gently snip out the rectangular damper vent covers at the perforations. A 10. Reattach the 2 blower screws into the recessed holes in the back of the microwave. B A. Diagonal wire cutting pliers B. Rectangular damper vent cover 7. Hold the blower motor wire, put the wire through the blower motor bridge. A B A. Screws B. Recessed holes 11. Check to make sure the 2 screws are secured properly in the blower motor screw holes, so that the motor cannot move. A B A.
PAGE 6
13. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 1. A 8. Reconnect the blower motor wire into the connector. 9. Reattach the 2 blower screws into the recessed holes in the back of the microwave. 10. Check to make sure the 2 screws are secured properly in the blower motor screw holes, so that the motor cannot move. 11. Return the damper plate to its original horizontal position. A B A. Damper plate B. Screws Roof Venting Installation Only 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
PAGE 7
Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the cabinet opening, do not install the microwave oven. See illustrations in the “Possible Wall Stud Configurations” section. 1. Using a stud finder, locate the edges of the wall stud(s) within the opening. 2. Mark the center of each stud, and draw a plumb line down each stud center. See illustrations in the “Possible Wall Stud Configurations” section.
PAGE 8
3. Tape the wall template in place. Mark both holes in the lower corners, and draw a horizontal line across the bottom edge of the wall template. These represent the mounting plate’s end holes and bottom edge. 4. Remove the wall template and check the markings: Upper cabinet bottom 15⁵⁄₈" (39.71 cm) Centerline 14¹⁄₈" (35.96 cm) Mounting plate end hole ■■ 17⁵⁄₁₆" (44.02 cm) 14¹⁄₈" (35.96 cm) Bottom of mounting plate The bottom edge line must be 175⁄16" (44.
PAGE 9
4. Push the two bolts with toggle nuts through the drywall, and finger tighten the bolts to make sure toggle nuts have opened against drywall. A C B D A. 3/16-24 x 3" (7.6 cm) round-head bolt B. Mounting plate C. Spring toggle nut D. Drywall Prepare Upper Cabinet 1. Disconnect power to outlet. 2. Remove all contents from upper cabinet. 3. Place Upper Cabinet Template against the bottom of the upper cabinet, and attach with tape or thumbtacks.
PAGE 10
Install Damper Assembly (for wall venting only) 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. 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 A D B A. Mounting plate B. Support tabs 4.
PAGE 11
■■ Overtightening bolts may warp the top of the microwave oven. To avoid warping, wood filler blocks (installer to provide) may be added. The blocks must be the same thickness as the space between the upper cabinet bottom and the microwave oven. 2. Connect vent to damper assembly. A B A A. Vent B. Damper assembly (under vent) A. Bolts A. Bolts ■■ Avoid damage to the mounting nut, screw the bolts into the mounting nut holes around 15-20 mm by hand first, make sure the bolts thread in properly.
PAGE 12
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 combination. ■■ We do not recommend using a flexible metal vent. ■■ To avoid possible product damage, be sure to vent air outside, unless using recirculation installation. Do not vent exhaust air into concealed spaces, such as spaces within walls or ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages.
PAGE 13
Recommended Vent Length A 31⁄4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent should be used. The total length of the vent system including straight vent, elbow(s), transitions and wall or roof caps must not exceed the equivalent of 140 ft (42.7 m) for either type of vent. See the “Recommended Standard Fittings” section for equivalent lengths. For best performance, use no more than three 90° elbows.
PAGE 14
ASSISTANCE Call your authorized dealer or service center. When you call, you will need the microwave oven model number and serial number. Both numbers can be found on the model and serial number plate, which is located behind the microwave oven door on the front frame of the microwave oven. If you need additional assistance, call us at our toll-free number or visit our website listed in the User Guide.
PAGE 15
Notes 15