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  • Color Finish
    Stainless steel
    Product Height
    10 5/16 inches
    Product Width
    29 7/8 inches
    Product Depth
    18 inches
    App Compatible
    No
    Microwave Type
    Over-the-range
  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: Stainless steel
    • Product Height: 10 5/16 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 29 7/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 18 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Microwave Type: Over-the-range (Each microwave style has its own benefits. Built-in, over-the-range, and drawer style microwaves help save counter space. Over-the-range microwaves also provide necessary ventilation in place of a range hood. Countertop microwaves allow versatility in placement and do not require professional installation.)
    • Turntable Diameter: 12 inches
    • Control Type: Touchscreen
    • Sensor Cook: true (This feature uses sensors to detect steam and moisture levels emitted from cooking food to adjust cook time and power level accordingly.)
    • Wattage: 1000 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
  • General
    • Brand: Whirlpool
    • Model Number: WML55011HS
    • Product Name: 1.1 Cu. Ft. Low Profile Over-the-Range Microwave Hood Combination
    • Color: Stainless Steel
    • Color Finish: Stainless steel
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 10 5/16 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 29 7/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 18 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 57.2 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Interior Microwave Cavity Dimensions: 15 x 7 x 19 (The measurement of the internal cavity of the microwave from top to bottom, side to side, and front to back, listed as height by width by depth.)
  • Cut-Out Dimensions
    • Cut-Out Width: 30 inches (Minimum required width of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
  • Capacity
    • Capacity: 1.1 cubic feet
    • Microwave Size: Mid-size
  • Connectivity
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Wireless Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
  • Features
    • Microwave Type: Over-the-range (Each microwave style has its own benefits. Built-in, over-the-range, and drawer style microwaves help save counter space. Over-the-range microwaves also provide necessary ventilation in place of a range hood. Countertop microwaves allow versatility in placement and do not require professional installation.)
    • Fingerprint Resistant: false
    • Timer: true
    • Child Lock: true (Setting that allows appliance to be temporarily locked to prevent use.)
    • Turntable: true (Rotating plate within the microwave cooking cavity that helps foods cook more evenly.)
    • Removable Turntable: true
    • Turntable Diameter: 12 inches
    • Interior Light(s): true
    • Cooktop Lighting: true (A light that illuminates the cooktop below.)
    • Nightlight: true
  • Controls
    • Control Type: Touchscreen
    • Sensor Cook: true (This feature uses sensors to detect steam and moisture levels emitted from cooking food to adjust cook time and power level accordingly.)
    • Display Type: LED
    • Number of Preset Programs: 13
    • Number of Fan Speeds: 3
    • Number of Power Levels: 10
    • Turntable On/Off Option: true
  • Functions
    • Oven Cooking Modes: Defrost
    • Oven Preset Settings: Popcorn
  • Filter Info
    • Filter Type: Charcoal
    • Removable Filter: true
  • Ventilation
    • Vent Style: Convertible (External vents pull air from the room and move it directly outside through a dedicated duct system. Recirculating vents pull the air through a filter so that it can be cleaned before being recycled back into the room. Convertible vents can be reconfigured from external ventilation to recirculating via installation of certain parts.)
    • Exhaust Vent Location: Rear
    • Maximum Air Flow Capacity: 400 cubic feet per minute (Maximum amount of air that the appliance can ventilate at its highest setting.)
  • Electrical Specification
    • Amperage: 15 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
    • Voltage: 120 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
    • Wattage: 1000 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ADA Compliant: false (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
    • CEE Qualified: false (Rated by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency.)
    • Product Safety Certifications and Standard(s): UL Listed (Lists the applicable certifications and/or standards, as stated by the manufacturer, in which the product has met the requirements for the assurance of quality and safety.)
    • Chemical Disclosures: This product may contain one or more regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS. Mandatory reporting is not required until January 1, 2025.  Whirlpool Corporation is in the process of gathering more information on PFAS use across our supplier base, and will update this disclosure as we learn more. For more information about chemicals in this product, visit www.whirlpool.com/regulatory.html. [Este producto puede contener una o más sustancias perfluoroalquilo y polifluoroalquilo reguladas o PFAS. No se requieren informes obligatorios hasta el 1 de enero de 2025. Whirlpool Corporation está en el proceso de recopilar más información sobre el uso de PFAS en nuestra base de proveedores y actualizará esta divulgación a medida que sepamos más. Para obtener más información sobre los químicos en este producto, visite www.whirlpool.com/regulatory.html.] (The disclosure of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) and/or other chemicals.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 Year Limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 Year Limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 883049468921

Complete any home kitchen remodel with this Whirlpool over-the-range microwave. Its electronic touch controls let you select from one of 10 power levels and specialized cooking functions, and its 1.1 cu. ft. of volume fits wide bowls and plates. This Whirlpool over-the-range microwave has a popcorn button that makes a light, airy snack without overheating.

Microwave Buying Guide

  • Low profile design: Maximize space by moving your microwave off the countertop with a low profile design that fits in the same space as your undercabinet hood.
  • Purposeful capacity: Fit tall glasses, wide plates and big bowls in this low profile microwave that still has enough room for all the essentials with 1.1 cu. ft. of purposeful capacity.
  • 400 CFM motor class high performance venting: Keep your kitchen smelling like home with 400 CFM motor class high performance venting that quickly gets rid of smoke, odor and moisture. (Performance varies based on installation. Resources available at aham.org).
  • Tap-To-Open door: Keep things clean and dinner moving with a door that can open with the simple tap of a wrist or elbow, so you can access the microwave without putting dishes down.
  • Concealed touch controls: Controls stay out of the way and easy to clean with a smooth touch panel that's hidden behind the microwave door for a modern look.
  • 90º Hinge Door: Install your microwave hood next to a wall if necessary with a 90º hinge door.
  • Popcorn preset: Automatically get the settings you need to cook popcorn right and help prevent burning.
  • 1,000-Watt cooking power: Get quick and even cooking with 1,000 watts of cooking power.
  • Turntable On/Off option: Choose whether the turntable rotates or not to accommodate a wide range of dish sizes.
  • Dishwasher-safe turntable plate: Clean up spills on the turntable by simply putting it in the dishwasher.
  • Microwave presets: Get just the right amount of heat and time, whether you're cooking or defrosting, with specific preset options.
  • Add 30 seconds option: Quickly set the microwave timer to 30 seconds or add it to already in-progress cooking time with the touch of a button.
  • 10 power levels: Help prevent undercooking and overcooking with 10 power levels to match your dish.
  • Finished sides: There's nothing to hide with sides that are finished to match the rest of the microwave.
  • Easy install: Easily make a change and replace your current vent hood or microwave hood using a wall plate that helps you install right out of the box.
Whats Included
  • Whirlpool 1.1 Cu. Ft. Low Profile Over-the-Range Microwave Hood Combination

Q: Does whirlpool microwave model WML55011HB have to be vented to the outside, or can it use recirculation instead?

A: Hello Paperbirch! This unit is manufactured to recirculate into the home but can be adjusted to vent to the outside. Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

Q: Does this unit have to vent out the top or wall? Or can it vent into the room like the vent I’m replacing

A: User: Dontbuythis is full of misinformation! The unit can vent into the room (recirculating); the intake is through 2 charcoal/grease filters on the bottom & it vents out on top right behind the door. It can also be setup to vent horizontally through the wall or vertically through the roof. It comes out of the box setup for recirculation. The instructions DO NOT make this clear! If you simply want to vent into the room, don’t touch a thing! Also, dontbuythis keeps insisting the bulb is not replaceable, or that it will be $150 to have a new board put in. This is ridiculous! The halogen bulb is easily replaceable in both the over (one screw) and underneath (4 screws) and they are readily available online and in some stores.

Q: Hi ! Im torn between Whirlpool and Kitchenaid, other than the LED lights for the stove top, any other differences between this Whirlpool model WML55011HS vs the more expensive KitchenAid Model KMLS311HSS ?

A: I just purchased this Whirlpool microwave as part of an entire kitchen suite. I didn't research the Kitchenaid prior to purchase, but I did just review the specs and don't see any other differences. I am quite pleased with the Whirlpool microwave, probably my favorite of the four appliances. It seems to be very thoughtfully designed. For instance, if I put a mug into warm, and choose the 30 secs and go button on the outside, the mug handle stops in the exact same position as when I put in it. I replaced a range hood withe the microwave, the low profile was just what I needed. I also used Best Buy's installation services, they did a good job of converting the electric wires to an outlet and mounting the microwave. In the three weeks I have had it, I have only used the light, 30 sec and open buttons, all of which are on the outside. More detailed controls are available once the door is open, but I have not needed them so far. I can't see any downside to purchasing the Whirlpool vs the Kitchenaid.

Q: Where on earth is the start button? There are only 3 choices, +30sec, X, and open.

A: Plus 30 seconds is the start button. Plus 30 seconds starts the mucrowave. If you have entered a duration or time to cook, it does not add the 30 seconds. If you have not entered a time to cook.. it starts and cooks for 30 seconds.

Q: Does this unit have to be vented? Instructional video does not appear to show venting damper installed.

A: Hello Eyeguy! No, this does not need to be vented to the outside. This model comes recirculated into the home. Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

Q: The operational instructions speak of a START button. Where is it?

A: The triangle on the outside on top with the 30 next to it. I wondered about this too. My teenager showed me how to use it!

Whirlpool - 1.1 Cu. Ft. Low Profile Over-the-Range Microwave Hood Combination - Stainless Steel

Model: WML55011HS
SKU: 6196916
$499.99
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Comp. Value: $659.99
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Customers have good things to say about the size, design, and ease of use of the 1.1 Cu. Ft. Low Profile Over-the-Range Microwave Hood Combination. Many appreciate its space-saving profile, sleek appearance, and quiet operation, along with the convenient features like the bright light and efficient fan. However, some customers found the price to be high and experienced issues with the turntable. A few also noted minor inconveniences with the controls and door.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Looks nice, great space saver!

    Space saver! Works great, doesn't take up as much room as I thought it would, which is great. Looks nice, clean look with buttons under the door, but takes some getting used to. I'm glad the 30 second/start button is on the outside. Wish it had the quick minute buttons, for one minute or two minutes, I do miss that. I like the music it plays when it's done, that's nice. It also plays as a reminder if you forget your coffee or whatever in there.

    Posted by Dolfin2

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Highly recommended

    I love this microwave. The low profile gives you lots of room over the stove and it is well thought out. The start button automatically gives you 30 seconds of time which is great for warming up most things. The light on the clock is not so bright that it lights up your kitchen like the Las Vegas strip which is a plus. The only minus I have is that there is no indicator light for the button to turn on the microwave lights over the stove so when the kitchen is dark in the morning I keep hitting the fan button by mistake

    Posted by gman

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beauty of a small microwave e

    I love how small and stylish this microwave is. I just re-modeled my kitchen with new cabinets, tile, quartz, and other appliances. I did not intend on buying a microwave because I do not use them, but my husband insisted. I also did not want to spend a lot on the "other brand" microwave and found this one. It is very spacious with more than enough room to cook or re-heat anything. The under-microwave lights are a nice addition to illuminate your cooktop, and the fans seem to be fine and not too loud. It looks as good or better than the competition but at a much lower price. I would definitely purchase this again.

    Posted by SmallMicrowave

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