KitchenAid KHMC1857WSS Dimension Guide - Page 1

Microwave Hood Combination PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS KHMC1857W KHMC1857XS KHMS2040W PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Electrical: A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker. A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven be provided. 17 " (43.8 cm) 16 " (41.3 cm) VENTING REQUIREMENTS A 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent should be used. The total length of the vent system including straight vent, elbow(s), transitions and wall or roof caps must not exceed the equivalent of 140 ft (42.7 m) for either type of vent. For best performance, use no more than three 90° elbows. To calculate the length of the system you need, add the equivalent length for each vent piece used in the system. See the following examples: A B C (401.05 cm" ) ' " (76.0 cm) CABINET OPENING DIMENSIONS The grounded 3-prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. A B D E F G A. Rectangular to round transition piece: 3 " x 10" to 6" = 5 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm to 15.2 cm = 1.5 m) B. Roof cap: 3 " x 10" = 24 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.3 m) C. 90° elbow: 3 " x 10" = 25 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.6 m) D. 90° elbow: 6" = 10 ft (15.2 cm = 3 m) E. Wall cap: 3 " x 10" = 40 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 12.2 m) F. 45° elbow: 6" = 5 ft (15.2 cm = 1.5 m) G. 90° flat elbow: 3 " x 10" = 10 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 3 m) 6" (15.2 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total A B 6 ft (1.8 m) 66" (167.6 cm) min. 30" (76.2 cm) min. 30" (76.2 cm) typical* 12" (30.5 cm) min. 14" (35.6 cm) max. upper cabinet and side cabinet depth 2 ft (0.6 m) C A. Two 90° elbows = 20 ft (6.1 m) B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m) C. 1 rectangular to round transition piece = 5 ft (1.5 m) D. 2 ft (0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m) D 3 " x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total A B 6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) C A. One 3 " x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) 90° elbow = 25 ft (7.6 m) B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m) C. 2 ft (0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m) A. 2" x 4" wall stud B. Grounded 3-prong outlet *30" (76.2 cm) is typical for 66" (167.6 cm) installation height. Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of range/cooktop below. Rectangular to Round Transition for Roof Venting NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round transition piece so that the damper can open freely and fully. A B C 3" (7.6 cm) D A. Roof cap B. 6" (15.2 cm) min. diameter round vent C. Elbow (for wall venting only) E D. Wall cap F E. 3 " x 10" to 6" (8.3 x 25.4 cm to 15.2 cm) rectangular to round transition piece F. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice. Ref. W10247296B 9/30/10