Whirlpool MH3184XPS Dimensions

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PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONSVENTING REQUIREMENTSGH4184XSElectrical: A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or20-amp electrical supply located in the uppercabinet as close as possible to the microwaveoven hood. A time-delay fuse or circuit breakerand separate circuit is recommended.®Microwave Hood CombinationBecause Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improveour products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see InstallationInstructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.Ref. 820658508-08-06Recommended standard fittingsIf the existing vent is round, a rectangular-to-round adapter must be used and arectangular 3" extension vent between thedamper assembly and the adapter must beinstalled to prevent sticking of the exhaustdamper.1 - 3-1/4" x 10"90° elbow = 25 ft.1 - wall cap = 40 ft.8 feet straight = 8 ft.Length of3-1/4" x 10" system = 73 ft.6" vent system3-1/4" x 10" vent system1 - transition = 5 ft.2 - 90° elbows = 20 ft.1 - wall cap = 40 ft.8 feet straight = 8 ft.Length of 6" system = 73 ft.3-1/4" x 10"90° elbow90° elbowstransitionwall capwall cap6 ft.2 ft.6 ft.2 ft.3-1/4" x 10"to 6" = 5 ft. 3-1/4" x 10"roof cap = 24 ft.3-1/4" x 10"90° elbow = 25 ft.90° elbow6" = 10 ft. 3-1/4" x 10"wall cap =40 ft.3-1/4" x 10"90° flatelbow= 10 ft.45° elbow6" = 5 ft.Recommended vent lengthUse 3-1/4" x 10" or 6" vent. The total length of the vent systemincluding straight vent, elbow, transitions, wall or roof capsmust not exceed the equivalent of 140 feet of3-1/4" x 10" rectangular or 6" diameter round vent. For bestperformance, use no more than three 90° elbows. To calculatethe length of system you need, add the equivalent feet foreach vent piece used in the system. See examples below.Roof venting Wall ventingroof cap3-1/4" x 10"through-the-roof3-1/4" x 10"through-the-wallwall capCABINET OPENING DIMENSIONSFor wall or roof venting methods:If the wall exhaust method is chosen, be sure thatthere is proper clearance within the wall so the ventfits properly and the damper blade opens fully.Wall and roof caps must have back-draft damper.We recommend:✔ using rigid metal vent.✔ that length of vent and number of elbows shouldbe kept to a minimum to provide efficientperformance.✔ that size of vent should be uniform.✔ using duct tape to seal all joints in the ventsystem.✔ using caulking compound to seal exterior wall orroof opening around cap.✔ two elbows should not be installed together.We do NOT recommend:✔ flexible metal vent.NOTE: If flexible metal vent must be used, calculateeach foot of flexible metal vent as two feet of rigidmetal vent. Flexible metal elbows count twice asmuch as standard elbows.17-1/4"(43.8 cm)16-1/2"(41.9 cm)29-7/8"(76.0 cm)15-1/2" (39.4 cm)30" (76.2 cm)min. cabinetopening width.12" to 14" (30.5 to 35.6 cm)recommended cabinet depthwall studs2" x 4"(50.8 x 101.6 cm)NOTE: There must beat least one 2" x 4"(50.8 x 101.6 mm)wall stud andminimum 3/8"(9.5 mm) thicknessdrywall orplaster/lath withincabinet opening.66" (167.6 cm)min. from floorto top of wallmountingplate.30" (76.2 cm) typicalto cooking surface (orcountertop) belowmicrowave hood.

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