Whirlpool - 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Stainless Steel
- Key Specs
- Color Finish: Stainless steel
- Product Height: 17 1/8 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 15/16 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: 16 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: 14 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: WMH53521HZ
- Product Name: 2.1 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking
- Color: Stainless Steel
- Color Finish: Stainless steel
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 17 1/8 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 15/16 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: 16 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: 62 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- 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: 2.1 cubic feet
- Microwave Size: Full-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: true
- 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: 14 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: 19
- Number of Fan Speeds: 4
- Number of Power Levels: 10
- Turntable On/Off Option: true
- Functions
- Oven Cooking Modes: Defrost
- Oven Preset Settings: Other
- 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: 16 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): ETL Listed, 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: 883049444420
Enhance your kitchen with this over-the-range Whirlpool microwave. This 2.1 cu. ft. unit has a steam function for preparing rice, vegetables and other healthy dishes, and its stainless steel construction is both stylish and durable. This 1000W Whirlpool microwave has a hold button for keeping food warm until serving time and a reheat setting for evenly heated leftovers.
- 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.)
- Fingerprint Resistant: Easy-to-clean steel resists fingerprints and smudges
- 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.
- 1,000-Watt Cooking Power: Get quick and even cooking with 1,000 watts of cooking power.
Whats Included
- Whirlpool WMH53521HZ
- Wire rack
Q: Does this model have outside venting?
A: MEME- This Microwave does have the recirculating venting, as well as outside venting.
A: 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.
Q: How many lights are there to light up the range top? How many light settings are there?
A: 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.
A: 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
Q: How do I cancel a cooking sequence when I am done but still time left on timer?
A: Press “X” (Cancel). It is also “Control Lock” if you hold it.
Q: Is there any reason why a LED bulb can not be used for the over the stove light?
A: 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.
A: Compared to the GE Profiles microwave (circa 2005) this unit replaced, the Whirlpool is much quieter.
A: The signal is a four-note ascending tone that plays a total of three times in succession when the cooking cycle is complete. If the door is not opened or stop button pressed, the four-note ascending tone plays once as a reminder at five minutes after and ten minutes after.
