Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Black
User rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1141 reviews.
4.6(1,141 Reviews)- 229 Answered Questions
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Description
Features
4-speed, 400 CFM Motor Class
Match the right amount of ventilation to the dish being prepared and help quickly get rid of cooking odors with four different fan speed settings.(Performance varies based on installation. Resources available at aham.org.)
CleanRelease® Non-Stick Interior
Help prevent spills from sticking with the CleanRelease® Non-Stick Interior, which lets you easily clean up with the simple wipe of a damp cloth.
90º Hinge Door
Install your microwave hood next to a wall if necessary with a 90º hinge door.
Sensor Cooking
Take out the guesswork with sensors that track the cooking progress of your food and automatically adjust cook times.
Steam Cooking
Clear up cooktop space by steaming foods like rice, vegetables and fish right in the microwave. Steam accessory available separately.
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.
2.1 cu. ft. Capacity
Microwave food in containers of almost any size with the most capacity available among Whirlpool® over-the-range microwaves.
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.
Electronic Touch Controls
Navigate through cooking modes and options with controls that are as easy to use as they are to clean.
Adjustable Cooktop Lighting
Keep an eye on what's cooking below the microwave or keep a nightlight on in the kitchen.
Hidden Vent
Auto Adapt Fan
1,000-Watt Cooking Power
Get quick and even cooking with 1,000 watts of cooking power.
Cooking Rack
What's Included
Whirlpool WMH53521HB
Wire rack
Manuals & Guides
- Installation Guide
- Measurement Guide
- Quick Start Guide
- Specification Sheet
- User Manual
- Warranty Manual
Key Specs
- Product Height17 1/8 inches
- Product Width29 15/16 inches
- Product Depth16 inches
- App CompatibleNo
- Microwave TypeOver-the-range
- Turntable Diameter14 inches
- Sensor CookYes
- Control TypeTouchscreen
- Wattage1000 watts
- Color FinishBlack
General
- Product Name2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking
- BrandWhirlpool
- Model NumberWMH53521HB
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
- Color FinishBlack
Dimension
- Product Height17 1/8 inches
- Product Width29 15/16 inches
- Product Depth16 inches
- Product Weight59 pounds
Cut-Out Dimensions
- Cut-Out Width30 inches
- Cut-Out Length12 inches
Capacity
- Capacity2.1 cubic feet
- Microwave SizeFull-size
Connectivity
- App CompatibleNo
Features
- Microwave TypeOver-the-range
- Fingerprint ResistantYes
- TimerYes
- Child LockYes
- TurntableYes
- Removable TurntableYes
- Turntable Diameter14 inches
- Interior Light(s)Yes
- Cooktop LightingYes
- NightlightYes
Controls
- Sensor CookYes
- Control TypeTouchscreen
- Display TypeLED
- Number of Preset Programs19
- Number of Fan Speeds4
- Number of Power Levels10
- Turntable On/Off OptionYes
Function
- Oven Cooking ModesDefrost
- Oven Preset SettingsOther
Filter Info
- Filter TypeCharcoal
- Removable FilterYes
Ventilation
- Vent StyleConvertible
- Exhaust Vent LocationRear
- Maximum Air Flow Capacity400 cubic feet per minute
Electrical Specification
- Amperage16 amperes
- Voltage120 volts
- Wattage1000 watts
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ADA CompliantNo
- CEE QualifiedNo
- Product Safety Certifications and StandardsUL Listed
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year limited
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year limited
Other
- UPC883049444413
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1141 reviews
(1,141 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Performance4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Cook Settings4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.Excellent product, very easy to install. Easy to use although would like to have a better user guide. Whirlpool has been a top manufacturer. Microwave is very easy to keep clean. Fingerprint proof on stainless steel is a plus.
This review is from Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT MICROWAVE !
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.Great microwave! It is a great replacement for its predecessor and has all the features we wanted.
This review is from Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great replacement for our broken one
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.Nice microwave with great functionality. Exactly what I needed.
This review is from Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 4 out of 5 stars
Good value
||Posted .Not difficult to install (I did it by myself) Big capacity and high power Great exhaust/ blower Makes more noise than expected (when exhaust is on) but not a deal breaker Bought this to replace non working fan/hood It was an open item therefore some minor scratches and bends... Overall good quality... if it wasn’t for the noise will give the 5 stars
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I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
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||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.The men who installed the microwave were very professional. They completed the installation and explained the various features of the microwave. Very happy with the microwave. Just one issue - there is a scratch on the top - I did not notice it until a day or two later. Is there a way to repair it? Thank you for your help!
This review is from Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great 2cf, 1000w output Whirlpool microwave
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This is a fantastic microwave. The auto settings so a great job of sensing and heating just right! 2 cu feet! If you are a good DIY, we installed it ourselves. Consumer Report had good rating. We thought the pricing was great for all the "drill down" setting to choose from. We recommend.
This review is from Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Overall easy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.It was more difficult to get out the box than putting up , one thing you need is another person to lift onto the wall brackets.the controls are pretty straight forward and food reheats on top and underneath without the need to flip over the food.
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I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Happy so far
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.It heats up food quickly. I bought this one after I had bought a Samsung and hated that one. This one is easy to figure out and use without having to read directions.
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I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Q: QuestionDoes this model have outside venting?
Asked by MEME.
- A:Answer MEME- This Microwave does have the recirculating venting, as well as outside venting.
Answered by WhirlpoolTeam
Q: QuestionDoes this Microwave need outdoor venting. We have an over the range space with no vent the old unit had a filter in front of it. This one does not.
Asked by jim1125.
This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
- A:Answer This unit can EITHER ventilate back into the kitchen OR ventilate out of the kitchen through a duct that you would need to install yourself. Out-of-the-box, the unit is set to ventilate back into the kitchen, but there are clear instructions on how to modify the top of the unit to have the ventilation go through your exhaust vent.
Answered by BobinBirmingham
Q: QuestionHow many lights are there to light up the range top? How many light settings are there?
Asked by luvtotravel.
This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
- A:Answer There is one light, two settings of high and low which I find is quite sufficient. High for cooking purposes and the low as a night light.
Answered by Nanaland
Q: QuestionOur current (broken) microwave sits only 1/4 of an inch off of a wall on the left. When you open the door on this whirlpool will the hinging make it wider and run into my wall?
Asked by Jeff.
This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
- A:Answer Not a problem. When door is shut, the edge is flush with the cabinet. When door is open, the hinge is on the inside and the edge of the door is approximately 1/2 inch from the left cabinet. The door opens to about 85 degrees, this restricts the handle on microwave from hitting left wall. This unit deeper and taller then my old one. Because the burners are gas, there is less clearance on cooking with tall pots on back burners. I new this when I made the purchase. Note- comes with a turntable and wire rack for two levels of cooking. Instructions say to not cook with wire rack if not using it. Reference pictures, door closed and door open
Answered by krvymx
Q: QuestionHow do I cancel a cooking sequence when I am done but still time left on timer?
Asked by jjw7368.
This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
- A:Answer Press “X” (Cancel). It is also “Control Lock” if you hold it.
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionIs there any reason why a LED bulb can not be used for the over the stove light?
Asked by Budd.
This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
- A:Answer You can use an LED but the bulb can’t be longer than a standard incandescent 40W bulb (about 2.5”). The recess that houses the bulb is a strange design because while it’s about 8” wide, it’s only about 2.5” deep and the bulb fits arcoss the depth axis and not the width axis which prevents a larger bulb from fitting (40W isn’t enough to shed light on the range, expecially considering it’s located toward the back of the even rather than the front where I mainly use the stove burners. What I ended up going was to wire up a spliiter that screws into the existing E17 socket and splits into 2 E17 sockets that are directed sideways which allows for 2 much larger bulbs. I currently am using two 60W (equivalent) LED bulbs. The 6000 degree light it a bit too white so I’ll likely look for 3000 degree bulbs instead, but the light is amazingly bright (120W vs. 40W) — the low setting might show some 60hz flicker with LED lights (probably should insert an inegrator capacitor to dampen that out), and for some reason the light doesn’t complete turn off when the panel button is set to off. I assume that means there is a small residual current that isn’t enough to light up the incandescent filament (a filament bulb turns completely off) but is enough to render a very slight “night light” illumination of the far more current sensitive LED. And remember, two 60W LED bulbs is still only about 12W so that’s no problem for a 40W fixture, and they don’t warm up or burn out.
Answered by BestBoy
Q: QuestionHow much noise does the exhaust fan make ? I am planning to vent it outside just like my current microwave but my current one makes a lot of noise and so the exhaust does not get used as much. How quiet is it at 400 CFM ? Thanks
Asked by Anonymous.
This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
- A:Answer Compared to the GE Profiles microwave (circa 2005) this unit replaced, the Whirlpool is much quieter.
Answered by RWSJR
Q: QuestionIs the mounting bracket for WMH53521HZ lower than the microwave when all are installed?
Asked by Microman.
This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless steel
- A:Answer You do not see the bracket. Bottom of bracket is about 1/2 to 3/4 inch above the bottom of microwave
Answered by krvymx