WMC30516AS - INSTALLATION GUIDE - Microwave WHIRLPOOL - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Built-in microwave oven with trim kit
Brand	Whirlpool
Model	WMC30516AS
Color	Brushed Stainless Steel
Dimensions (H x W x D)	43.2 x 76.2 x 45.7 cm (17 x 30 x 18 in) (estimated)
Weight	Approximately 25 kg (55 lb) (estimated)
Power Supply	120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A
Cooking Power	1000 W (estimated)
Capacity	1.5 cu ft (estimated)
Installation Type	Built-in above a built-in oven or in a cabinet
Compatibility with Lower Oven	Yes, minimum clearance of 7.6 cm (3 in) between openings
Certification	UL for installation above electric or gas ranges (max 76.2 cm wide)
Door	Left hinge
Controls	Electronic with digital display
Functions	Microwave cooking, defrost, timer, automatic cooking
Care and Cleaning	Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent; avoid abrasive products
Safety	Grounding required; ventilation clearance needed (2 in above, 1 in below)
Parts Supplied	Rods (2), lower exhaust space, trim kit frame, short screws (14) and long painted screws (6)
Tools Required	Tape measure, pencil, Phillips screwdriver, drill, 7/64" drill bit
Warranty	Not specified in the guide

Frequently Asked Questions - WMC30516AS - INSTALLATION GUIDE WHIRLPOOL

What tools are needed to install the microwave oven?

You will need a tape measure, a pencil, a Phillips screwdriver, a drill, and a 7/64 in drill bit.

What are the required dimensions for the built-in opening?

The opening must have a height of 17 in to 17 1/8 in (43.2 to 43.5 cm), an adjustable width to ±1/16 in, and a minimum depth of 18 in (45.7 cm) with flush outlet, or 21 in (53.2 cm) without flush.

Can the microwave be installed above a built-in oven?

Yes, provided there is a minimum clearance of 3 in (7.6 cm) between the top of the lower oven opening and the bottom of the microwave opening.

What are the electrical requirements for this appliance?

The appliance requires a 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only power supply on a 15 or 20 amp circuit, protected by a fuse or circuit breaker. It must be plugged into a 3-prong grounded outlet.

How do I prepare the built-in opening?

Mark the center axis on the floor of the opening, then position and secure the lower exhaust space using short screws after drilling 7/64 in pilot holes.

How do I install the microwave into the opening?

First plug in the appliance, then align the rods under the microwave with the guide rails of the exhaust space. Push the microwave in and secure it with four short screws in the mounting holes.

How do I install the trim kit frame?

Place the frame on the opening with the lower tabs resting on the floor. Drill pilot holes at 45 degrees in the corners, then screw in with the four long painted wood screws.

What clearances are needed around the appliance?

There must be at least 2 in (5.1 cm) clearance above the opening and 1 in (2.5 cm) below (or 3 in if above a built-in oven). Adjacent cabinets must be able to open freely.

Can I use an extension cord?

No, using an extension cord is prohibited for safety reasons. If the cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install a nearby outlet.

What if the outlet is not in the recommended area?

If the outlet is outside the recommended area, the minimum opening depth must be increased to 19 1/2 in (49.5 cm) with flush outlet, or 22 1/2 in (57.2 cm) without flush.

USER MANUAL WMC30516AS - INSTALLATION GUIDE WHIRLPOOL

MICROWAVE OVEN BUILT-IN TRIM KIT

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Built-In Trim Kit Models MK2167, MK2160

UL listed for use over any electric or gas built-in oven, up to 30^ (76.2 cm) wide

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION GARNITUDE ENCASTRÉE POUR FOUR À MICRO-ONDES

Location Requirements 2

Required Cutout Dimensions. 2

Trim Kit Frame Dimensions. 3

Electrical Requirements 3

Prepare Microwave Oven. 3

Prepare Cutout/Cabinet Opening 4

Install the Microwave Oven. 5

Install Trim Kit Frame 6

SECURITE DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES 7

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION 7

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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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
■ Drill
Pencil
7/64" drill bit
Phillips screwdriver

Parts Supplied (not shown to scale

Rails (2)	Bottom duct		Trim kit frame
Short screws (14) (11 + 3 extra)		Long wood screws (6 - painted) (4 + 2 extra)

Location Requirements

The microwave oven may be installed over a built-in oven. If installing over a built-in oven, make sure there is a minimum of 3'' (7.6 cm) between the top of the lower oven cutout and the microwave oven cutout floor.

The microwave oven may also be installed in a cabinet by itself (without a built-in oven below). For best usability, we recommend a minimum distance of 36'' (91.4 cm) from the floor to the cutout floor.

Make sure the surrounding cabinetry has clearance to open and close freely. Allow a clearance of at least 116 (4.0 cm) below the cutout floor (3" [7.6 cm] for installation above a built-in oven), and a clearance of at least 2" (5.1 cm) above the cutout opening.

A. Upper cabinet

D. Lower cabinets

B. Microwave oven cutout

E. Floor

C. Lower oven cutout

Required Cutout Dimensions

For minimum depth requirements, see chart.

A. Trim kit frame overhang
B. Cutout for lower oven
C. Recommended region for receptacle location (no less than 6'' [15.2 cm] to the right of cutout centerline)
D. Cutout centerline

Receptacle Location	Minimum Depth
Within recommended region	18" (45.7 cm) with flush receptacle; 21" (53.2 cm) with non-flush receptacle
Outside recommended region	19½" (49.5 cm) with flush receptacle; 22½" (57.2 cm) with non-flush receptacle

NOTES:

• Depth requirements depend upon receptacle and its location within or outside of recommended region. See illustration and chart above.
• Height dimension is critical: 17'' (43.2 cm) minimum, 17 18'' (43.5 cm) maximum.
  Width measurement has ± 1 / 16'' (2 mm) tolerance.
  3" (7.6 cm) minimum dimension is from lower oven cutout ceiling to microwave oven cutout floor.
• Trim kit frame extends 1 116 (2.7 cm) above and below the cutout opening.

Trim Kit Frame Dimensions

*27" (68.6 cm) trim kit

**30" (76.2 cm) trim kit

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Required:

A 120 volt, 60Hz , 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Microwave Oven

1. Unplug microwave oven before proceeding with installation.
2. Remove any loose items inside microwave oven.
3. Gently turn microwave oven onto its top, with the door facing forward (toward installer).
4. Align the two rails on the microwave oven bottom, as shown, making sure the flanges are forward and pointing up.

A.Rails (2)
B. Microwave oven bottom
C. Short screws (4)

D. Flanges
E. Door

1. Secure the rails to the microwave oven bottom using four short screws.

Prepare Cutout/Cabinet Opening

1. On the cutout floor, find and mark the centerline.
2. Place the bottom duct in the opening, with the flange resting against the bottom front facing of the opening.

A. Cutout floor
B. Centerline
C. Bottom duct

D. Bottom duct flange
E. Front facing

1. Align the center arrows on the bottom duct with the centerline drawn in Step 1 above.

A. Bottom duct
B. Center arrows, aligned with centerline

1. Mark the three mounting holes through the bottom duct onto the cutout floor.

A. Short screws (3)
B. Bottom duct mounting holes

1. Using 7/64" drill, drill pilot holes into the three holes marked in Step 4.
2. Realign and install the bottom duct with three short screws.
3. Using 7/64'' drill, drill pilot holes through the four mounting holes of the bottom duct flange into the bottom front facing of the cutout/cabinet opening.

A. Bottom duct flange
B. Mounting holes

Install the Microwave Oven

1. Gently return microwave oven to its upright position.
2. Position microwave oven near cutout opening.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1. Plug in microwave oven.
2. Align the rails with the rail guides on the bottom duct.

A. Rail guides
B.Rails

1. Slide the microwave oven back and into place. The mounting holes of the rail flanges and bottom duct flange will align against the bottom front facing of the cutout/cabinet opening.

2. Secure the microwave oven to the cutout/cabinet by installing four short screws into the mounting holes.

A. Mounting holes
B. Short screws (4)

Install Trim Kit Frame

1. Position trim kit frame over the opening so that the lower tabs rest on the cutout floor, as shown.

A. Front of trim kit frame
B. Tabs (upper and lower)
C. Cutout/cabinet floor

1. Holding the trim kit frame in place, use 7/64" drill to drill four pilot holes into the front facing of the cutout/cabinet through the mounting hole guides in the upper and lower corners of the trim kit frame.

NOTES:

The holes will be drilled downward from the top, and upward from the bottom at an angle of about 45^ .
To avoid damage to the trim kit frame, do not overtighten screws.

A. Trim kit frame
B. Mounting hole guide

C. Long wood screw (4 - painted)
D. Cutout ceiling

1. Secure trim kit frame to cutout/cabinet by installing four long wood screws (painted) into the pilot holes drilled in Step 2 above.

Installation is now complete. Replace any loose items that have been removed from microwave oven cavity.

Save these Installation Instructions for future reference.

SECURITE DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES