User Manual KitchenAid KMHS120ESS 30" 1000-Watt Microwave Hood Combination

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Table of contents

• OPERATING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
• MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
• TROUBLESHOOTING - PROBLEM SOLVER
• INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
• MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY

User Guide Microwave

OPERATING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Settings

• Clock: The Clock is a 12-hour (12:00-11:59) or 24-hour (0:00-23:59) clock. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach Clock submenu, and follow the prompts to set the Clock. Clock format (12 hours with AM and PM, 12 hours without AM and PM or 24 hours) may also be set in the Clock submenu.
• Timer: With the microwave oven in standby mode, touch the Timer control, enter time, then touch the Timer control or the Start control. Cook functions may be entered while the Timer is counting down. To cancel timer, touch Timer control while the Timer countdown is active in the display.
• Control Lock: Activate to avoid unintended start. Touch and hold the Cancel control for about 3 seconds until 2 tones sound and padlock icon appears in the display. Repeat to unlock control.
• Options/Clock: Ten options/settings may be adjusted: 1-Clock & Energy Save; 2-Scrolling Speed; 3-Sound; 4-Language; 5-Auto Vent Fan; 6-Filter Reset; 7-Fan Timer; 8-Light Timer; 9-Demo Mode; 10-Factory Reset.
• Vent Fan
  • Various speeds, ranging from high to low, and off. Comes on automatically as cooling fan during any cook function.
  • Vent Timer: Set vent fan to run for exactly 30 minutes, or to run for only 30 minutes more (off after 30 minutes). The vent fan may be turned off at any time using the Vent Fan control. Touch OPTIONS/ CLOCK to reach the Fan Timer submenu, and select the setting.
  • Auto Vent Fan (on some models): To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the auto vent fan will automatically turn on at high speed if the temperature from the range or cooktop below the microwave oven gets too hot. When this occurs, the vent fan cannot be turned off. “AUTO FAN ON for heat circulation” appears in the display.
  • Dynamic Fan Sensing (on some models): To keep the microwave oven from overheating, the auto vent fan will automatically turn on at various speeds, depending on the temperature from the range or cooktop below the microwave oven. When this occurs, the vent fan cannot be turned off. “AUTO FAN Sensor Technology for heat circulation” appears in the display. As the temperature cools, the fan will automatically decrease its speed, then turn off.
• Light Timer: Set the cooktop light to turn on and off at certain times. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Light Timer submenu, and follow the prompts to set the light on time and light off time in hours and minutes, or to cancel Light Timer. NOTE: Light Timer uses 12-hour clock only
• Filter Reset: Reset the filter status after replacing and/or cleaning the filters. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Filter Reset submenu, and activate reset.
• Sound (Tones): Programming tones and signals. Programming tones may be turned off, or all tones (including end-of-function signals) may be turned off. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Sound submenu, then follow the prompts to turn off or on the programming tones or all tones.
• Scroll Speed: Scroll speed of the text may be adjusted. Touch the OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Scroll Speed submenu, and follow the prompts to set speed.
• Demo Mode: Activate to practice using the control without actually turning on the magnetron. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Demo Mode submenu, the follow the prompts to activate. The DEMO icon will light up in the display. Repeat to deactivate.
• Energy Save: To conserve energy, the Clock will automatically turn off when the microwave oven goes into standby mode. Touch OPTIONS/CLOCK to reach the Clock and Energy Save submenu, and follow the prompts to turn on Clock.

Features

• CLEANRELEASE® Cavity Coating (on some models): The durable, nonstick coating resists soil buildup by making cleaning easier. See “Microwave Oven Care” section.
• Cooking Rack: Use the rectangular cooking rack only for 2-level cooking. To avoid damage to the microwave oven, always remove rack after 2-level cooking. To avoid damage to the microwave oven due to soil buildup, clean rack supports often.
• Turntable: Turntable may be turned off for manual cooking only. This is helpful when cooking with plates that are bigger than the turntable, or when cooking with plates that are side by side. Turntable cannot be turned off during preset or sensor (on some models) functions.
• 6th SENSE® System: A sensor in the microwave oven detects moisture released from food as it heats, and adjusts the cooking time accordingly.

Cookware and Dinnerware

Microwave-Safe

• Browning dish (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Ceramic glass, glass
• China, earthenware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Melamine (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Paper towels, paper plates, napkins (Use non-recycled paper.)
• Plastic wraps, bags, covers, dinnerware, containers (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Pottery and clay (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Silicone bakeware (Follow manufacturer recommendations.)
• Wax paper

Do Not Use

• Metal cookware and bakeware
• Straw or wicker
• Gold, silver or pewter
• Non-approved meat thermometers, skewers
• Twist ties
• Foil liners, such as sandwich wrappers
• Staples
• Objects with gold or silver trim or with metallic glaze

To Test Cookware/Dinnerware: Place dish in microwave oven with 1 cup (250 mL) of water beside it. Program 1 minute of cook time at 100%. If dish becomes hot and the water stays cool, do not use the dish in the microwave oven.

Microwave Oven Use

• For list of preset programs, see the Quick Reference Guide provided with your model.
• Manual Cooking/Stage Cooking
  • Touch COOK TIME, touch number pads to enter time, touch COOK POWER (if not 100%), touch number pads to enter power level (10-90), then touch the Start control.
  • If programming additional stages (up to three), touch OPTIONS/ CLOCK to enter programming for the next stage, then enter the cook time and cook power of each, then touch the Start control.
• Sensor Cooking:
  • A sensor in the microwave oven detects moisture released from food as it heats, and adjusts the cooking time accordingly.
  • Make sure microwave oven has been plugged in for at least 1 minute. Use microwave-safe dish with loose-fitting lid, or cover microwavesafe dish with plastic wrap and vent. For optimal performance, wait at least 30 minutes after convection cooking or grilling (on some models) before sensor cooking.
• Doneness: Adjust doneness for automatic cooking functions by touching COOK TIME repeatedly to scroll through “NORMAL,” “MORE DONE” or “LESS DONE” within the first 20 seconds of starting the cook cycle. Doneness cannot be adjusted for Defrost functions.
• Add More Time: At the end of any cycle, “PRESS 0 TO ADD MORE TIME” scrolls in the display. Enter the additional time, if desired, and start the microwave oven. The cook power for all non-sensor cycles will be the same as in the finished cycle, but may be changed. If Add More Time is used after a sensor cycle, the cook power will be 100%, but may be changed.
• Warm Hold: Hot cooked food can be kept warm in the microwave oven. The Warm Hold function uses 10% cook power. Warm Hold can be used by itself or can be programmed to follow a cooking cycle. Opening the door during Warm Hold will cancel the function.

MICROWAVE OVEN CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.

To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to soil buildup, keep cavity, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame clean.

Clean with mild soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge, or as indicated below.

• Nonstick cavity coating (on some models): To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use metal or sharp utensils or scrapers, or any type of abrasive cleanser or scrubbers.
• Grease filter: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
• Door and exterior: mild soap and water, or glass cleaner applied to paper towel.
• Control panel: sponge or soft cloth and water.
• Stainless steel (on some models): mild soap and water, then rinse with clean water and dry with soft cloth, or use stainless steel cleaner.
• Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher.
• Rack(s): mild soap, water and washcloth. Dishwasher cleaning is not recommended.

Installing/Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs

NOTE: A filter status indicator (on some models) appears in the display when it is time to replace the charcoal filter, and clean or replace the grease filters. See “Settings” section to reset filter status.

• Grease filters: Grease filters are on the underside of microwave oven. Clean monthly, or as prompted by filter status indicator. Slide the filter away from the tab area, and drop out the filter. To reinstall, place end of the filter into the opening opposite the tab area, swing up the other end, and slide it toward the tab area.
• Charcoal filter: The charcoal filter is behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned, and should be replaced about every 6 months, or as prompted by filter status indicator. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, lift it out, and remove filter. To reinstall, place the filter into its slotted area – wire mesh side up, replace vent grille, and secure with screws.
• Cooktop light: The cooktop light is located on the underside of the microwave oven, and is replaceable. Remove bulb cover screw, and open the bulb cover. Replace bulb, close bulb cover, and secure with screw.
• Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and is replaceable. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, and lift it out. Open bulb cover and replace bulb. Close bulb cover, replace vent grille, and secure with screws.

TROUBLESHOOTING - PROBLEM SOLVER

If you experience --- Recommended Solutions

1. Microwave oven will not operate

Check the following:

• Household fuse or circuit breaker - If a household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped, replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
• Magnetron - Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps in the bullets below. If microwave oven still does not operate, call for service.
• Door - Firmly close door. On some models, if a packaging spacer is attached to inside of the door, remove it, then firmly close door. If a message about the door appears in the display, the door has been closed for 5 minutes or more without the microwave oven being started. This occurs to avoid unintended starting of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then start the cycle.
• Control - Make sure control is set properly. Make sure Control Lock is off. Make sure Demo Mode (on some models) is off.

2. Arcing in the microwave oven

Check the following:

• Soil buildup - Soil buildup on cavity walls, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame can cause arcing. See “General Cleaning” in “Microwave Oven Care” section.

3. Turntable alternates rotation directions

• This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the cycle.

4. Display shows messages

• “Enter clock” with flashing digits means there has been a power failure.

5. Reset the clock.

• A letter followed by a number is an error indicator. Call for assistance. Fan running during cooktop usage
• This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan, which is separate from the vent fan, automatically comes on during microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. It may also automatically come on and cycle on and off to cool the microwave oven’s controls while the cooktop below is being used.

6. Radio, TV or cordless phone interference

Check the following:

• Proximity - Move the receiver away from the microwave oven, or adjust the radio or TV antenna.
• Soil - Make sure the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces are clean.
• Frequency - Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while microwave oven is on. Use a corded phone, a different frequency cordless phone or avoid using these items during microwave oven operation.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Location Requirements

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" (5.1 x 10.2 cm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8" (1 cm) thickness drywall or plaster/lath within cabinet opening.
• Support for weight of 150 lbs (68 kg) which includes microwave oven and items placed inside the microwave oven and upper cabinet.
• Grounded electrical outlet inside upper cabinet. See the “Electrical Requirements” 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 models have a pocket handle. If installing the microwave near a right side wall, make sure there is at least 3" (7.6 cm) of clearance between wall and microwave oven so you can grab the handle integrated inside the door.
• 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 fi t 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 the “Venting Design Specifi cations” section.

Installation Dimensions - NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. See the “Electrical Requirements” section.

• *30" (76.2 cm) is typical for 66" (167.6 cm) installation height. Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of range/cooktop below.
• NOTE: To ensure good performance, do not obstruct top vent airfl ow. If cabinets are deeper than 14" (35.6 cm) but no more than 15" (38.1 cm), use the bump out mounting kit replacing the I bar mounting plate from the wall. The bump out mounting kit (part # W11185746) is not provided but can be purchased from Whirlpool

Product Dimensions

*Overall depth of product will vary slightly depending on door design.

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.

2. Turn and hold the damper plate vertically as shown.

3. Remove two blower screws attaching blower motor to the microwave oven, and set aside.

4. Disconnect the blower motor wire from the connector.

5. Lift blower motor out of microwave oven, and set aside.

6. Using diagonal wire cutting pliers, gently snip out the rectangular damper vent covers at the perforations.

7. Hold the blower motor wire, put the wire through the blower motor bridge.

8. Lower blower motor back into the microwave oven. Exhaust ports face the back of the microwave oven.

9. Reconnect the blower motor wire into the connector.

10. Reattach the two blower screws into the recessed holes in the back of the microwave

11. Check to make sure the two screws are secured properly in the blower motor screw holes, so that the motor cannot move.

12. Return the damper plate to its original horizontal position.

13. Secure damper plate with two screws removed in Step 1

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. Repeat Step 5 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.”

6. Using diagonal wire cutting pliers, gently snip out the rectangular vent covers on the damper plate at the perforations.

7. Lower blower motor back into microwave oven. Exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven.

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

8. Reconnect the blower motor wire into the connector.

9. Reattach the two blower screws into the recessed holes in the back of the microwave.

10. Check to make sure the two 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.

12. Secure damper plate with two screws removed in Step 1.

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 Confi gurations.”

1. Using a stud fi nder, 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 “Possible Wall Stud Confi gurations.”

Possible Wall Stud Confi gurations: These depictions show examples of preferred installation confi gurations with the mounting plate

Mark Rear Wall

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

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

2. Align the center markers on the cardboard template, to the centerline on the wall, making sure it is level, and that the top of the cardboard template is butted up against the bottom edge of the upper cabinet.

NOTES:

• If the front edge of the upper cabinet is lower than the back edge, lower the cardboard template so that its top is level with the front edge of the cabinet.
• If the cardboard template is damaged or unusable, measure and mark the wall with the dimensions described in Step 4.

3. Holding the cardboard template in place, mark both holes in the lower corners and draw a horizontal line across the bottom edge of the cardboard template. These represent the mounting plate’s end holes and bottom edge.

4. Remove the cardboard template and check the markings:

• The bottom edge line must be 171 ⁄3" (44.02 cm) from the bottom of the upper cabinet and must be level.
• The end holes must be 155 ⁄8" ( 39.71 cm) from the bottom edge of the upper cabinet and must be on a level line with each other. They must each be 141 ⁄8" (35.96 cm) from the centerline

5. With the support tabs facing forward (see illustrations in the “Locate Wall Stud(s)” section), align the mounting plate center markers to the centerline on the wall, making sure its bottom edge is aligned to the horizontal line drawn in Step 3 and that the end holes are properly marked. Make sure the mounting plate is level.

6. Holding the mounting plate in place, find the wall stud centerline(s) drawn in Step 2 of “Locate Wall Stud(s)” and mark at least one, preferably two hole(s) through the mounting plate, closest to the wall stud centerline(s). See figures 1, 2, and/or 3 in “Possible Wall Stud Confi gurations” in the “Locate Wall Stud(s)” section. The blackened holes in the shaded areas are ideal hole locations.

7. Set the mounting plate aside.

Wall Venting Installation Only

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

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

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

11. Using a straightedge, draw the two horizontal, level lines through the marks made in steps 8 and 10.

12. Draw the two vertical plumb lines down from the marks made in Step 9 to complete the 12" x 4" (30.5 x 10.2 cm) rectangle. This is the venting cutout area.

13. Cut a 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole in one corner of the cutout area.

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

Drill Holes in Rear Wall

In addition to being installed on at least one wall stud, the mounting plate must attach to the wall at both end holes. If the end holes are not over wall studs, use two 3/16-24 x 3" round head bolts with toggle nuts; if one end hole is over a wall stud, use one lag screw and one 3/16-24 x 3" round-head bolt with toggle nut; or if both end holes are over wall studs, use two lag screws. Following are three installation confi gurations

Installation for No Wall Studs at End Holes

1. Drill 5/8" (1.6 cm) holes through the wall at both end holes marked in Step 3 of the “Mark Rear Wall.”
2. Drill 3/16" (5 mm) hole(s) into the wall stud(s) at the hole(s) marked in Step 6 of the “Mark Rear Wall.” Refer to fi gures 1 and 2 in “Possible Wall Stud Confi gurations” in the“Locate Wall Stud(s)” section.

Installation for Wall Stud at One End Hole

1. Drill a 3/16" (5 mm) hole into the wall stud at the end hole marked in Step 3 of the “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 the“Mark Rear Wall.” Refer to Figure 3 in “Possible Wall Stud Confi gurations” in the “Locate all Stud(s)” section.
3. Drill a 5/8" (1.6 cm) hole through the wall at the other end hole.

Installation for Wall Studs at Both End Holes

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

Attach Mounting Plate to Wall

NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the wall at both end holes drilled into the wall studs and/or drywall using either 3/16-24 x 3" round-head bolts and toggle nuts or 1/4 x 2" lag screws. Refer to illustrations in “Possible Wall Stud Confi gurations” in the “Locate Wall Stud(s)” section.

No Wall Studs at End Holes- NOTE: The mounting plate must be secured to the wall on at least 1 wall stud as well as at both ends.

1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward, insert 3/16-24 x 3" round-head bolts through both end 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.

3. Position mounting plate on the wall.

4. Push the two bolts with toggle nuts through the drywall, and fi nger tighten the bolts to make sure toggle nuts have opened against drywall.

5. Insert lag screw(s) into the hole(s) drilled into wall stud(s) in Step 2 of “Installation for No Wall Studs at End 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

Wall Stud at One End Hole

1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward, insert a 3/16-24 x 3" round-head bolt through the end hole that fits over the 5/8" (16 mm) hole drilled in Step 3 of “Installation for Wall Stud at One End 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.
4. Push the bolt with toggle nut through the drywall, and fi nger tighten the bolt to make sure toggle nut has opened against drywall.
5. Insert a lag screw into the remaining end hole.
6. If installing on a second wall stud, insert a lag screw into the other hole drilled in Step 2 of “Installation for Wall Stud at One End Hole” in the “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 End Holes

1. Position mounting plate on the wall.
2. Insert lag screws into both end holes.
3. Check alignment of mounting plate, making sure it is level.
4. Securely tighten the lag screws.

Prepare Upper Cabinet

1. Disconnect power to outlet.
2. Remove all contents from upper cabinet.
3. Place cardboard template against the bottom of the upper cabinet, 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 wall behind the microwave oven (as installed) has a partial wall covering (for example, tile backsplash), be sure the “Rear Wall” arrows align to the thickest part of the rear wall (for example, the thickness of the tiles rather than the drywall).
4. Make sure the 10" (25.4 cm) dimension from the rear wall to points “D” and “E” on the template is maintained.
5. Cut the 11 ⁄2" (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.
6. Drill 3/8" (10 mm) holes at points “D” and “E” on the template. These are for two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to the upper cabinet

For Roof Venting Installation Only:

7. Cut 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole at one corner of the shaded rectangular area “F” on Cardboard Template.

8. Using a keyhole saw, cut out the rectangular area.

Install Damper Assembly (for wall venting only)

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.

3. Secure damper assembly with two #6 x 3/8" sheet metal screws.

Install the Microwave Oven

IMPORTANT: The control side of the microwave oven is the heavy side. Handle the microwave oven gently.

1. Remove the two packing spacers from the top of the vent grille before using the microwave oven

NOTE: Depending on your model, it may not have packing spacers. If it does not have packing spaces, install your microwave oven start from Step 2.

2. Place a washer on each 1/4-20 x 3" fl at-head bolt and place inside upper cabinet near the 3/8" (1 cm) holes.

3. Make sure the microwave oven door is closed and taped shut.

4. Using two or more people, lift microwave oven and hang it on support tabs at the bottom of mounting plate. 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.

5. With front of microwave oven still tilted, thread power supply cord through the power supply cord hole in the bottom of the upper cabinet.

6. Rotate microwave oven up toward upper cabinet. NOTE: If venting through the wall, make sure the damper assembly fi ts easily into the vent in the wall cutout.

7. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in place. NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to be adjusted, skip steps 7 through 9.

8. If adjustment is required, rotate microwave oven downward. Using two or more people, lift microwave oven off of mounting plate, and set aside on a covered surface.

9. Loosen mounting plate screws. Adjust mounting plate and retighten screws.

10. Repeat steps 3 through 6.

11. With the microwave oven centered, and with at least one person holding it in place, insert bolts through upper cabinet into microwave oven. Tighten bolts until there is no gap between upper cabinet and microwave oven.

NOTES:

• Some upper cabinets may require bolts longer or shorter than 3" (7.6 cm). Longer or shorter bolts are available at most hardware stores.
• Overtightening bolts may warp the top of the microwave oven. To avoid warping, wood fi ller 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.

NOTE: Avoid damage to the mounting nut, screw the bolts into the mounting nut holes around 15-20 mm by hand fi rst, make sure the bolts thread in properly. Then tighten with tools.

For Roof Venting Installation Only

1. Insert damper assembly through the cabinet cutout so that the long tab of the damper assembly slides under the raised tabs of the damper plate. Then secure with #6 x 3/8" sheet metal screw. NOTE: The screw cannot be installed if the damper assembly is not positioned as shown.

2. Connect vent to damper assembly.

Complete Installation

1. Install fi lters. Refer to the User Instructions for fi lter placement.

2. Plug microwave oven into grounded 3 prong outlet.

3. Reconnect power.

4. Check the operation of microwave oven by placing 1 cup (250 mL) of water on the turntable and programming a cook time of 1 minute at 100% power. Test vent fan and exhaust by operating the vent fan.

5. If the microwave oven does not operate:

• Check that a household fuse has not blown, or that a circuit breaker has not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
• Check that the power supply cord is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• See the User Instructions for troubleshooting information. The installation is now complete. Save Installation Instructions for future use.

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:
  • DANGER: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
  • WARNING: 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

• Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.
• Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this section.
• The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found in this section and in the provided Installation Instructions
• Install or locate the microwave oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
• Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars - are able to explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.
• Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
• Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
• The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven.
• Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
• See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave Oven Care” section.
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
  • Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
  • Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven.
  • If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
  • Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
• Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
  • Do not overheat the liquid.
  • Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
  • Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
  • After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
  • Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
• Do not mount over a sink.
• Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when the microwave oven is in operation.
• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
• When flambéing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
• Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment.
• Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of 36" (91.44 cm).
• Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

• Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
• Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces
• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
  1. Door (bent),
  2. Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
  3. Door seals and sealing surfaces.
• The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Electrical Requirements

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.

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