Whirlpool FLUSHP2MT Microwave Oven Hood Combination Owner’s Manual

Whirlpool FLUSHP2MT Microwave Oven Hood Combination

MICROWAVE OVEN 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. rn This is the safety alert symbol.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

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 appliance.

• Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in this manual.

• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” section.

• Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the Installation Instruction sections.

• Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.

• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

• HOT CONTENTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THE MICROWAVE. Use caution when removing hot items.

• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

• This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

• Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product 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.

• Do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g. parts made at home using a 3D printer).

• See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave Oven Maintenance and Care” section.

• 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 UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

• Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this appliance.

• Do not mount unit over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance.

• Do not mount over a sink.

• Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance surface when the appliance is in operation.

• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently – Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

• When flaming 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).

• Do not touch or clean the heating plate after toast cooking, it is very hot.

• Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.

• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

• Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance 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 bag 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.

• Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in a microwave/ toaster oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.

• Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the toaster mode.

• Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.

• Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) 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.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) 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

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Internet Connectivity Guide for Connected Appliances Only

IMPORTANT : Proper installation of your appliance prior to use is your responsibility. Be sure to read and follow the installation instructions that came with your appliance.
Connectivity requires Wi-Fi and account creation. App features and functionality are subject to change. Data rates may apply. Once installed, launch the app. You will be guided through the steps to set up a user account and to connect your appliance.

You Will Need:

• A home wireless router supporting Wi-Fi, 2.4 Ghz with WPA2 security. If you are unsure of your router’s capabilities, refer to the router manufacturer’s instructions.
• The router to be on and have a live internet connection.
• The 10-character SAID code for your appliance. The SAID code is either printed on a label on the appliance or found on the LCD screen.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Notice

This Device complies with Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

To comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits for general population, antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution!!!

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Whirlpool Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

Part 158 compliance statements for digital devices:
Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates; uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The user manual for the end product must include the following information in a prominent location Instruction:
“To comply with FCC RF radiation exposure limits for general population, the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

OEM Responsibilities to comply with FCC Regulations
The rebel UI Modules have been certified for integration into products only by OEM integrators under the following conditions:

1. The antenna(s) must be installed such that a minimum separation Distance of 20 cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times.
2. The transmitter module must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

As long as the two conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for example, digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.).

IMPORTANT NOTE : In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for certain configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorizations are no longer considered valid and the FCC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization.

End Product Labelling
This module is labelled with an FCC ID. If the FCC ID is not visible when the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. In that case, the final end product must be labelled in a visible area or display the following:

“Contains FCC ID: 2AC7Z-RIGEL”
The OEM of this module must only use the approved antenna(s), which have been certified with this module. The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module or change RF related parameters in the user manual of the end product.

MICROWAVE OVEN MAINTENANCE AND 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.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first, unless otherwise noted.

STAINLESS STEEL AND BLACK STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

NOTE : To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap- filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels. Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even with one-time or limited use.

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

Cleaning Method :

• Affresh®t Stainless Steel Cleaners Part Number W10355016 (not included) or Affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaning Wipes Part Number W1055049 (not included):
  See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information.

• Vinegar for hard water spots.

MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR

Cleaning Method:

• Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.
• Affresh® Kitchen Appliance Cleaners Part Number W10355010 (not included): See “Online Ordering Information” section from Quick Start Guide to order.

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.

MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY

To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or some paper towels.
On stainless steel models, rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean.

Cleaning Method :
Average soil

• ■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Heavy soil

• Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
  Heat 1 cup (250 ml) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven. Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Odors

• Lemon juice or vinegar:
  Heat 1 cup (250 ml) of water with 1 tbs (15 ml) of either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven.

GREASE FILTERS

• Mild cleanser and scouring pad
• Dishwasher

Wire Rack

• Steel-wool pad
• Dishwasher

Toast Pan (on some models)

• Mild cleanser and scouring pad
• Dishwasher

Air Fry Basket (on some models)

• Steel-wool pad
• Dishwasher

IR Sensor Len (on some models)

• Lens cleaner and Lint Free Swab Clean IR Sensor Lens when the display shows the cleaning reminder, wait until the product becomes idle and cools down. Or clean by manual when necessary. See Quick Start Guide for more information.

Embedded Heating Plate (on some models)

• Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge
  There is an embedder heating plate under the oven button on some models After some cooking, oven bottom glass become very hot (see “Online control guide for more details). The display will show the alert “Oven hot”.
  

Clean the glass after the “Oven hot” disappeared on the display.

Probe (on some models)

• Soap and warm water
  The probe is a hand wash only item. Hold onto the rubber end, gently wash with soap and warm water. Rinse and dry well before storing. Place in provided storage box for easy access. Keep storage box clean of food and residue. See Quick Start Guide for more informations.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Tools Needed

• Measuring tape
• Pencil
• Scissors
• Masking tape or thumbtacks
• Drill
• No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
• Stud finder
• No. 3 Phillips screwdriver for 1/4- 20 x 3″ (76 mm) bolts
• 3/16″ (5 mm), 3/8″ (10 mm), 5/8″ (16 mm) drill bits
• 3/4″ (19 mm) hole saw
• Keyhole saw
• Diagonal wire cutting pliers
• 7/16″ (11 mm) socket wrench (or box wrench) for 1/4″ x 2″ (6.4 mm x 51 mm) lag screws
• 1 ½” (38 mm) diameter hole drill bit for wood or metal cabinet
• Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
• Duct tape.

Materials Needed

• Standard fittings for wall or roof venting. See the “Venting Design Specifications” section.

Parts Supplied

| 1/4 – 20 x 3″ flat-head bolts| 2
| Washers| 2
| 3/16″ toggle nuts| 2
| 1/4″ x 2″ lag screws| 4
| #6 x 3/8″ Sheet metal screws| 2
| Power supply cord bushing|
Damper Mounting Pate| | Damper for wall or roof venting|
| Folded mounting plate, unfold before installation|
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(LWT: 40101.6 mm)

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Cardboard Plate| | Upper cabinet template and Wall template| | C. Outer Foam in the Carton

Literature Pack| | Literature|

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See “Electrical Requirements”.
It is recommended that all electrical connections be made by a licensed, qualified electrical installer.

NOTE:

• The hardware items listed here are for wood studs. For other types of wall structures, be sure to use appropriate fasteners.
• Be sure to purchase only Whirlpool factory-certified parts and accessories for your appliance. Your installation may require additional parts. To order, see the “Online Ordering Information” section of the Quick Start Guide.

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″ (51 x 102 mm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8″ (10 mm) 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.

NOTE :

• Some models have a pocket handle. If installing the microwave near a right side wall, make sure there is at least 3 inches 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 fit 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″ (76 mm) 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 Specifications” section.

Product Dimensions

A. 297/8″ (76.1 cm)
B. 177/8″ (45.4 cm)
C. 121/a” (31.3 cm)

Installation Dimensions

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

A. 2″ x 4″ (51 mm x 102 mm) wall stud
B. Grounded 3 prong outlet
C. Upper cabinet depth(with door)
D. 36″ (91.4 cm) recommended 30″ (76.2 cm) typical
E. 30″ (76.2 cm) minimum
F. 72″ (182.8 cm) recommended 66″ (167.6 cm) minimum
G. Flat back surface 18¼” (46.3 cm) minimum

A. (Flush) 123/4″to 13″deep
B. Cabinet
C. Less than 12 314″ deep
D. Mounting plate

Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of range/cooktop below.
*36″ (914 mm) is recommended for 72″ (1828 mm) installation height.
**30″ (762 mm) is typical for 66″ (1676 mm) installation height.

*Measure from the back wall to where the front bottom surface of the MWO needs to be (Dim A).
For 12″ (305 mm) to 12.75″ (320 mm) cabinets, the microwave oven will protrude from the cabinet.
For 12.75″ (320 mm) to 13″ (330 mm) cabinets, the microwave oven is flush to the cabinet.
NOTE** : It may be necessary to use a number of the spacers, between the mounting plate and the wall, to achieve a more ‘Flush’ appearance. See “Attach Mounting Plate to Wall” section for more details.

If cabinets are deeper than 13″ (33 cm), and up to 16″ (40.6 cm), use the bump out mounting kit, replacing the mounting plate supplied with the product. The bump out mounting kit (part#W11630300) is not provided.
To order, see the “Online Ordering Information” section of the Quick Start Guide.
For cabinets with other dimension’s, we suggest selecting other Whirlpool Products ..

A. (Bump out) 13″ to 16″ deep
B. Cabinet
C. Bump put mounting bracket

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 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A 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 a grounded, cord-connected appliance: This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

Prepare Microwave Oven Hood Combination

WARNING

Use two or more people to move and install or uninstall appliance.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. To avoid possible damage to the work surface, cover the work surface.
2. Remove cardboard plate from the outer foam in the carton. It is for upper-cabinet and wall installation.
3. Remove the screw pack from the inner foam in the cavity.
4. Remove the damper from the inner foam in the cavity.
5. Remove the literature pack from the outer foam in the carton.
6. Remove shipping materials, tape and film from microwave.
7. Remove the mounting plate from the inner foam in the cavity.
8. 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.

Installation Types

This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation, choose one type before installation.

• Recirculation
  (Factory Default Setting)

• Wall Venting
  

• Roof Venting

Find the Cardboard Plate

The cardboard plate is used as wall template and upper-cabinet template. It is located on the outer foam in the carton. Find it before installation.

Find the 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 Configurations.”

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 “Possible Wall Stud Configurations.”

Possible Wall Stud Configurations

These depictions show examples of preferred installation configurations with the mounting plate.

No Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 1
A. End holes (on mounting plate)
B. Cabinet opening vertical centerline
C. Wall stud centerlines
D. Holes for lag screws
E. Support tabs
F. Mounting plate center markers

No Wall Studs at End Holes Figure 2
NOTE : If wall stud is within 6″ (15.2 cm) of the vertical centerline, only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done.
A. End holes (on mounting plate)
B. Cabinet opening vertical centerline
C. Wall stud centerlines
D. Holes for lag screws
E. Support tabs
F. Mounting plate center markers

Wall Stud at End Holes Figure 3
A. End holes (on mounting plate)
B. Cabinet opening vertical centerline
C. Wall stud centerlines
D. Holes for Jag screws
E. Support tabs
F. Mounting plate center markers

Wall Stud at End Holes Figure 4
A. End holes (on mounting plate)
B. Cabinet opening vertical centerline
C. Wall stud centerlines
D. Holes for Jag screws
E. Support tabs
F. Mounting plate center markers

Find the Flush Point

This product is designed to be flush with the cabinet, and the flush point should be found before installation. Don’t install with the front of the microwave oven located behind the front of the cabinet/door.

Flush to Cabinet door
A. Cabinet door
B. Cabinet
C. Microwave oven door

Flush to Cabinet door
A. Cabinet door
B. Cabinet
C. Microwave oven door

Don’t install with the front of the microwave oven located behind the front of the cabinet/door.

A. Cabinet door
B. Cabinet
C. Microwave oven door

Don’t install with the front of the microwave oven located behind the front of the cabinet/door.

A. Cabinet door
B. Cabinet
C. Microwave oven door

NOTE : The grille baffle will automatically open 30 degrees when the microwave oven uses the ventilation & cooking function. Do not install the microwave oven with the grille baffle behind the front of the cabinet/door, otherwise it will block the air outlet.

A. Cabinet
B. Grille baffle

A. Cabinet
B. Grille baffle

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