Checklist For Installation; Before You Begin; Removing Packaging; Tools And Parts Needed - Bosch 500 Series Installation Manual

Checklist for Installation

Use this checklist to verify that you have completed each
step of the installation process. This can help you avoid
common mistakes.
Refer to detailed instructions for each step in the
sections following this checklist.
Before installing the appliance, be sure to verify the
1.
cabinet dimensions are correct for your appliance and
that the required electrical connections are present.
Make sure the electrical cord provided on the
appliance is able to reach to the point of connection.
Sections: Location requirements, Electrical installation
Move the appliance into place in front of the cabinet
2.
opening.
Section: Removing Packaging
Remove packaging materials, leaving the bottom
3.
packaging on the appliance to avoid damage to the
floor.
Section: Removing Packaging
Remove the mounting plate from the rear of the
4.
appliance.
Section: Install Appliance - Removing the mounting
plate
Find wall studs.
5.
Section: Install Appliance - Finding the wall studs

Before you begin

Removing Packaging

Remove filter, accessories and hardware. Do not
1.
remove the Styrofoam protecting the front of the
appliance.
Fold back all four carton flaps fully against carton
2.
sides. Then carefully roll the appliance and carton over
onto the top side. The appliance should be resting in
the Styrofoam.
Pull the carton up and off the appliance.
3.
Cut the middle of the outer protective plastic bag to
4.
remove the mounting plate.
B e f o r e y o u b e g i n
Attach the mounting plate to the wall.
6.
Section: Install Appliance - Attaching the mounting
plate to the wall
Adapt the microwave blower.
7.
Section: Install Appliance - Adapting the microwave
blower
Prepare the cabinet for mounting.
8.
Section: Install Appliance - Preparing cabinet
At least two persons are needed to lift the appliance;
9.
tilt and hook the appliance to the holding plate.
Section: Install Appliance - Mounting the appliance
Push the appliance all the way into place and
10.
fasten the holding screws through top cabinet holes.
Section: Install Appliance - Mounting the appliance
Use correct hood exhaust.
11.
Section: Install Appliance - Hood exhaust
Test the appliance for proper functioning. Section:
12.
Testing operation
Always read and follow the complete installation
instructions contained in this manual.

Tools and parts needed

Philips head screwdriver
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Pencil
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Ruler or tape measure and straight edge
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Drill
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Drill bits: 3/16", 1/2", 5/8"
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Gloves
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Saw (saber, hole or keyhole)
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Stud finder or hammer
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Safety goggles
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Level
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Duct and masking tape
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Optional tools
Carpenter square
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Tin snips (to cut damper)
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Scissors (to cut cabinet template)
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Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces (for recessed
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bottom cabinet installations)
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