Summit MHOTR241W Installation Instructions Manual

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OVER THE RANGE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Models:
MHOTR241W
MHOTR242B
MHOTR243SS
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
FELIX STORCH, INC.
An ISO 9001:2015 registered company
770 Garrison Avenue
Bronx, NY 10474
www.summitappliance.com

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  • Page 1 OVER THE RANGE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Models: MHOTR241W MHOTR242B MHOTR243SS BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FELIX STORCH, INC. An ISO 9001:2015 registered company 770 Garrison Avenue Bronx, NY 10474 www.summitappliance.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Before you Begin Important Safety Instructions Electrical Requirements Hood Exhaust Parts Included Installation Accessories Tools Needed Mounting Space Installation Instructions 9-25 Placing the Mounting Plate Finding your Wall Studs Finding the Top Line Under your Cabinet 10-12 Aligning the Top Line of your Rear Wall Template Installation Types...
  • Page 3: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION This installation guide will show you how to install your new over-the-range microwave. 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. •...
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical Requirements The product rating of your microwave is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 13.5 amps, and 1.5 kilowatts. This product must be connected to a supply circuit of the proper voltage and frequency. Wire size must conform to the requirements of the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code for this kilowatt rating.
  • Page 5 OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. NOTE: Align the exhaust with the space between the studs, or the wall should be prepared at the time it is constructed by leaving enough space between the wall studs to accommodate the exhaust.
  • Page 6 Elbows, Transitions, Wall and Roof caps Several duct pieces may present additional resistance to airflow and are equivalent to a section of straight duct which is longer than their actual physical size. When calculating the total duct length, add the equivalent lengths of all transitions and adaptors plus the length of all straight duct sections. The chart below shows you how to calculate total equivalent ductwork length using the approximate feet of equivalent length of some typical ducts.
  • Page 7: Parts Included

    Parts Included Part Separately Mounting Top Cabinet Exhaust Rear Plate Packed Template Installation Adapter Cabinet Grease Filter Instructions Template Quantity Installation Accessories The installation accessories are located in a packet, stored within the unit. Check to make sure all of the listed parts are included.
  • Page 8: Mounting Space

    Mounting Space NOTES: • The space between the cabinets must be 24” wide and free of obstructions. • When installing the microwave beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be careful to follow the instructions for power cord clearance. Make sure to leave enough space for power cord clearance. •...
  • Page 9: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Placing the Mounting Plate 1. Open the microwave box, and remove the microwave. It will be wrapped in a plastic bag. 2. Remove the plastic bag, being careful to save the upper foam, where the mounting bracket is located. 3.
  • Page 10: Finding The Top Line Under Your Cabinet

    Finding the Top Line Under your Cabinet There are typically three types of cabinet bottoms under which you will install your microwave: Flat Bottom Cabinet...
  • Page 11 Framed Recessed Cabinet...
  • Page 12 Framed Recessed Cabinet with Front Overhang 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. THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL Use a level to make sure the cabinet bottom is level. If the cabinets have a front overhang only, with no back or side frame, the top line of the rear wall template must align below cabinet bottom by the same distance as the front overhang depth.
  • Page 13: Aligning The Top Line Of Your Rear Wall Template

    Aligning the Top Line of your Rear Wall Template CAUTION: Wear gloves when installing to prevent cutting your fingers on sharp edges. 1. Using a tape measure, draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 24” wide space. 2.
  • Page 14: Installation Types

    Installation Types This microwave is designed to be adapted to the following three types of installation: A. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Recirculating (Non-Vent/Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for Recirculating.
  • Page 15: Installation Instructions For Outside Top Exhaust

    Installation Instructions for Outside Top Exhaust Attaching the Mounting Plate Attach the mounting plate to the wall using the wing nuts and screws. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the mounting template to the wall stud. 1.
  • Page 16 Check for Proper Damper Operation • Place the microwave in its upright position, with the top of the unit facing up. • The exhaust adaptor is only used for top and outside back exhaust. It is absent for models shipped for recirculation exhaust.
  • Page 17 NOTE: The Filler Block is only used for recessed cabinets and front overhang cabinets. Place the Filler Block on the cabinet bottom before installing the oven. 5. Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the microwave oven. (During tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 6.
  • Page 18: Installation Instructions For Outside Back Exhaust

    Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the house duct. Connecting the Ductwork 1. Extend the house duct down to connect to the exhaust adaptor. 2. Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. Installation Instructions for Outside Back Exhaust Preparing the REAR Wall Template Cut an opening (12”...
  • Page 19 Attaching the Mounting Plate Attach the mounting plate to the wall using the wing nuts and screws. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the mounting template to the wall stud. 4. Remove the toggle wings from the bolts. 5.
  • Page 20 2. Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit. CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring, and take care to ensure all wires are not pinched.
  • Page 21 9. Push in securely until it is aligned with the blower motor screw holes. Be careful to assure that the damper hinge is installed so that it is at the top and that the damper swings freely. 10. Secure the blower motor unit to the microwave with the screw as before. 11.
  • Page 22 The Filler Block is only used for recessed cabinets and front overhang cabinets. Place the Filler Block on the cabinet bottom before installing the oven. 5. Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the microwave oven. (During tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 6.
  • Page 23: Installation Instructions For Recirculating Microwaves

    Installation Instructions for Recirculating Microwaves Attaching the Mounting Plate Attach the mounting plate to the wall using the wing nuts and screws. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the mounting template to the wall stud. 1. Remove the toggle wings from the bolts. 2.
  • Page 24 Adapting the Blower for Recirculation 1. Remove and save the screw that holds the blower motor to microwave. Lift up the blower plate. 2. Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit.
  • Page 25: Before Using Your Microwave

    The Filler Block is only used for recessed cabinets and front overhang cabinets. Place the Filler Block on the cabinet bottom before installing the oven. Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the microwave oven. (During tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7.
  • Page 26 Changing the Charcoal Filter The charcoal filter is used for non-vented, recirculated installations. The filter should be changed every six to 12 months, depending on use. 1. Remove the two screws from the louver, located on the top of the microwave oven by using a #1 Phillips head screwdriver.
  • Page 27: Wall Templates

    BEFORE USING YOUR MICROWAVE These wall mount templates can be found on the product page of your particular model on www.summitappliance.com.

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