Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT – • Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. IMPORTANT – • Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
Outside Back Exhaust... 18–21 Preparing Rear Wall ... 18 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ... 18, 19 Preparation of Top Cabinet ... 19 Adjust Blower ... 19, 20 Mount the Microwave Oven... 20, 21 Before You Use Your Microwave ...22...
20 ampere branch circuit single grounded outlet. The outlet box should be located in the cabinet above the microwave oven. The outlet box and supply circuit should be installed by a qualified electrician and conform to the National Electrical...
HOOD EXHAUST NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to vent your exhaust to the outside. If you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed to page 11. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. DUCT PIECES Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting...
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NOTE: If you need to install ducts, note that the total duct length of 3¼" x 10" rectangular or 6" diameter round duct should not exceed 60 equivalent feet. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT. Read the following carefully. NOTE: It is important that venting be installed using the most direct route and with as few elbows as possible.
DAMAGE – SHIPMENT/ INSTALLATION • If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the unit to the store in which it was bought for repair or replacement. • If the unit is damaged by the customer, repair or replacement is the responsibility of the customer.
36" wide and free of obstructions. • This microwave oven is for installation over ranges up to 36" wide. • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the outside, see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation.
(Type page 20) Installation Instructions Carton Screws THE MICROWAVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO AT LEAST ONE WALL STUD. FINDING THE WALL STUDS Wall Studs Center Find the studs, using one of the following methods: A.
Your cabinets may have decorative trim that interferes with the microwave installation. Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to make it level. Draw a line on the back wall equal to the THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL.
E and draw a forth circle to line up with the stud. It is important to use at least one wood screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the weight of the microwave. Set the mounting plate aside. Horizontal Line Hole B...
2. INSTALLATION TYPES This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation: A. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) B. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) C. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) RECIRCULATING (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS) See page 12 See page 18...
RECIRCULATING INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall A2. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Mount the Microwave Oven ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud.
Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual packed with the microwave.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall B2. Prepare Top Cabinet B3. Adjust Blower B4. Check Damper Operation B5. Mount Microwave Oven B6. Adjust Exhaust Adaptor B7. Connect Ductwork ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud.
• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the cabinet bottom. Installation Instructions ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST Remove and save screw that holds blower plate to microwave.
Place the blower unit back into the opening. CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched. Secure blower unit to microwave with the screw. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR AND PROPER DAMPER OPERATION...
Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual packed with the microwave.
C1. Prepare Rear Wall C2. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall C3. Prepare Top Cabinet C4. Adjust Blower C5. Mount the Microwave Oven PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need to cut an opening in the rear wall for outside exhaust.
Bolt End CAUTION: Do not touch blade of blower to prevent cracking and breaking. Hold outer case when the blower is removed and re-installed. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST Remove and save screw that holds blower Plate to microwave.
CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched. NOTE: The blower unit exhaust openings should match exhaust openings on rear of microwave oven. Secure the blower unit to the microwave with the screw. Blower-Plate Back of Microwave...
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Turn two full turns on each screw. Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual packed with the microwave.
BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE Make sure the microwave oven has been installed according to instructions. Remove all packing material from the microwave oven. Install turntable and ring in cavity. Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on. Plug power cord into a dedicated 20 amp electrical outlet.