Installation; Before Installing - LG Studio MHES173 Series Installation Manual

INSTALLATION

Before Installing

Before You Start
Be sure to read the following safety instructions
Read the entire manual before you begin. The
model number plate
a
front.
The mounting plate is located on back side of
b
microwave oven.
NOTE
• Vent grille appearance varies by model.
Make sure you have enough space and support.
• Mount the oven against a flat, vertical wall, so it
is supported by the wall. The wall should be
constructed of minimum 2" x 4" wood studding
and 3/8" thick drywall or plaster/lath.
• Attach the two lag screws supporting the oven to
a vertical, 2" x 4" wall stud.
• Do not mount the microwave oven to an island
or peninsula cabinet.
• Be sure the upper cabinet and rear wall
structures can support 150 lbs., plus the weight
of any items you place inside the oven or upper
cabinet.
• Locate the oven away from areas with strong
drafts, such as windows, doors, and strong
heating vents.
is located on the oven
• Be sure you have enough space (minimum
vertical and horizontal clearance).
Maximum 13": cabinet depth
a
Minimum 30": cabinet opening width
b
Minimum 30": clearance from bottom of
c
cabinet to cooking surface or countertop
before installation. (Use templates included
with installation instructions.)
Grounded Outlet (inside upper cabinet)
d
Power Supply Cord Hole
e
WARNING
• If you do not mount the oven as instructed, you
risk personal injury and/or property damage.
• If your range has cooktop controls in the front,
unplug the range before covering the cooktop to
prevent risk of fire and damage if the knobs are
accidentally activated while installing the OTR.
• The product is heavy. Use at least 2 people when
lifting or installing the appliance to avoid injury
or product damage.
CAUTION
• Before you begin installing the oven, place a
piece of the carton or other heavy material (a
blanket) over the countertop or cooktop to
protect it. Do not use a plastic cover. Failure to
protect these surfaces could result in property
damage.
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