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Installation instructions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN, READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY.
Installing your microwave oven
1.Empty the microwave oven and clean inside
It with a soft, damp cloth. Check for damage such as misaligned door, damage around the door or dents inside the oven or on the exterior. If there is any damage, please do not operate the unit until it has been checked by an authorized Whirlpool service technician and any repairs made.
2.Put the oven on a cart, counter, table or shelf that is strong enough to hold the oven and the food and utensils you put in it. (The control side of the unit is the heavy side. Handling can be tricky.) The weight of the oven is approximately
41Ibs. (18.6 kg).
3.Do not block the vent or air intake open- ings on the rear of the oven. Blocking vent or air intake openings can cause damage to the oven and poor cooking results. Make sure the microwave oven legs are in place to ensure proper air flow.
5.Read and follow the ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS and GROUNDING INSTRUC- TIONS before plugging in and operating
the microwave oven.
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4.Do not install the microwave oven so that both sides and the top are flush with walls, shelves or cabinets. Both sides and the top
must have at least 1 in. (2.54 cm] clearance for proper operation.
Do not install the oven next to or over a conven- tional surface unit or in any area where exces-
sive heat and steam are generated.This could damage the outside of the cabinet.
6.Electrical requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
A120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only15 Amp fused elec- trical supply is required.
recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
DO NOT use a male to female extension cord.