GE Microwave Oven Installation Instructions

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MFL37192911

Instructions 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.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these

instructions for future reference.

• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.

English/French/Spanish

READ CAREFULLY.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Installation Instructions

DANGER

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are defined as:

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

A qualified electrician must perform a ground continuity check on the wall receptacle before beginning the installation to ensure that the outlet box is properly grounded. If not properly grounded, or if the wall receptacle does not meet electrical requirements noted (under ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS), a qualified electrician should be employed to correct any deficiencies.

WARNING

Risk of Electric Shock. Can cause injury or death: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation to avoid severe or fatal shock injury.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

WARNING

cut, deform or remove any of the prongs from the power cord. Do not use with an extension cord. Failure to comply may cause fire.

Can cause injury or death: DO NOT, under any circumstances,

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Product rating is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 13 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. The power supply cord and plug should be brought to a separate 15- to 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 Code or the prevailing local code.

Risk of Electric Shock. Can cause

Ensure proper ground exists before use

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified electrician.

injury or death: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED to avoid severe or fatal shock.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

CAUTION

capable of supporting the cabinet load, in addition to the added weight of this 63–85 pound product, plus additional oven loads of up to 50 pounds or a total weight of 113–135 pounds.

CAUTION

arrangements such as an island or a peninsula. It must be mounted to BOTH a top cabinet AND a wall.

CAUTION

due to excessive weight of the microwave oven) or property damage, you will need two people to install this microwave oven.

For personal safety, the mounting surface must be

For personal safety, this product cannot be installed in cabinet

To avoid the risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries

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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. Your microwave oven is shipped with the blower motor orientation intended for

recirculating the air back into the room.

OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)

The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation.

DUCT PIECES

EQUIVALENT LENGTH

Roof Cap 24 Ft. X (1) = 24 Ft.

12 Ft. Straight Duct (6” Round)

Rectangular-to-Round Transition Adaptor*

12 Ft. X (1) = 12 Ft.

5 Ft. X (1) = 5 FT.

NUMBER

USED

Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any vent hood.

Total Length = 41 Ft.

* IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is used, the bottom corners of the damper

will have to be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the damper.

OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)

The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation.

= LENGTH

DUCT PIECES

EQUIVALENT LENGTH

Wall Cap 40 Ft. X (1) = 40 Ft.

3 Ft. Straight Duct (

31⁄4″ x 10″

Rectangular

90° Elbow 10 Ft. X (2) = 20 FT.

)

3 Ft. X (1) = 3 Ft.

NUMBER

USED

= LENGTH

Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any vent hood.

Total Length = 63 Ft.

NOTE: For back exhaust, care should be taken to align exhaust with space between studs, or wall

should be prepared at the time it is constructed by leaving enough space between the wall studs to accommodate exhaust.

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NOTE: If you need to install ducts, note that the total

duct length of 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangular or 6″ diameter round duct should not exceed 140 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. This ensures clear venting of exhaust and helps prevent blockages. Also, make sure dampers swing freely and

nothing is blocking the ducts.

Exhaust connection:

The hood exhaust has been designed to mate with a standard 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangular duct.

If a round duct is required, a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor must be used. Do not use less than

a 6″ diameter duct.

DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT LENGTH X NUMBER USED = LENGTH

Rectangular-to-Round Transition Adaptor*

5 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

Maximum duct length:

For satisfactory air movement, the total duct length of 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangular or 6″ diameter round duct should

not exceed 140 equivalent feet.

Elbows, transitions, wall and roof caps, etc., 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.

Wall Cap 40 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

90° Elbow 10 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

45° Elbow 5 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

90° Elbow 25 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

45° Elbow 5 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

Roof Cap 24 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

3 Ft. Straight Duct (

31⁄4″ x 10″

Rectangular

)

1 Ft. X (____) = ____ Ft.

Total Ductwork = ____ Ft.

* IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition

adaptor is used, the bottom corners of the damper will have to be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the damper

Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any vent hood.

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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.

• If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other

than the customer), repair or replacement must be made by arrangement between customer and installer.

PARTS INCLUDED

HARDWARE PACKET

Part Quantity

Wood screws (1/4” x 2”) 2

Toggle bolts (and wing nuts) (3/16” x 3”)

Self-aligning machine screws (1/4” - 28 x 3 1/4”)

Nylon Grommet (for metal cabinets)

ADDITIONAL PARTS

Part Quantity

Top Cabinet Template

Rear Wall Template

Installation Instructions

Separately Packed Grease Filter

Mounting Plate (for supporting the microwave Oven)

Cover plate (for Room Venting installation)

Tapping screws (for attaching the damper duct connector)

One power cord clamp and One dark-colored mounting screw (to hold the power cord)

You will find the installation hardware contained in a packet with the unit. Check to make sure you have all these parts.

NOTE: Some extra parts are included.

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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

#1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver

Tin snips (for cutting damper, if required)

Gloves

Safety goggles

Pencil

Scissors (to cut template, if necessary)

Saw (saber, hole or keyhole)

Level

Ruler or tape measure and straight edge

Electric drill with

⁄2″ and 5⁄8″ drill bits

Stud finder

⁄16″, 7⁄16″,

Hammer (optional)

Carpenter square (optional)

Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces, if needed for top cabinet spacing (used on recessed bottom cabinet installations only)

Duct and masking tape

MOUNTING SPACE

*13″ max.

16-1⁄2″

30″

2″

66″ or more

from the floor to the top of the oven

30″ min.

Bottom edge of

cabinet needs

to be 30″ or

more from the

cooking surface

Backsplash

NOTES:

• The space between the cabinets must be 30″ wide

and free of obstructions.

• This oven is for installation over ranges up to

36″ wide.

• If the space between the cabinets is greater than

30”, a Filler Panel Kit may be used to fill in the gap between the microwave oven and the cabinets. Your Owner’s Manual contains the kit number for your model.

• If you are going to vent your oven to the outside, see

Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation.

• When installing the oven beneath smooth, flat

cabinets, be careful to follow the instructions on the top cabinet template for power cord clearance.

• * 13” max: for standard installation, 15” cabinet depth requires additional steps using an additional installation kit JX15BUMPWW/BB.

• For models with top venting holes: Do not allow

cabinetry or other objects to block the airflow of the vent.

• Café branded over-the-range microwaves should only

be installed over Café branded ranges. Installation over any other range may result in surface temperatures that can cause burns.

• All other over-the-range microwaves should not be

installed over any cooktop or range with a combined BTU greater than 60,000 BTU.

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PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE

REMOVING THE MICROWAVE

OVEN FROM THE CARTON

Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass

tray, mounting plate, and the small hardware bag. Do not remove the foam protecting the front of the oven.

Fold back all 4 carton flaps fully against carton

sides. Then carefully roll the oven and carton over onto the top side. The oven should be resting in the foam.

Carton

foam

Pull the carton up and off the oven.

Set the oven upright. Remove and properly discard

plastic bags and foam packing.

FINDING THE WALL STUDS

Wall Studs

Center

Find the studs, using one of the following

methods:

A. Stud finder – a magnetic device which

locates nails.

B. Use a hammer to tap lightly across the

mounting surface to find a solid sound. This will indicate a stud location.

After locating the stud(s), find the center by

probing the wall with a small nail to find the edges of the stud. Then place a mark halfway between the edges. The center of any adjacent studs

should be 16″ or 24″ from this mark.

Draw a line down the center of the studs.

THE MICROWAVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO AT LEAST ONE WALL STUD.

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DETERMINING MOUNTING PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET

Plate Position – beneath flat bottom cabinet

Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30” wide space. Tape the Rear Wall Template onto the wall matching the centerline and touching the bottom of the cabinet

Plate Position – beneath recessed bottom cabinet with front overhang.

Draw a line on the back wall equal to the depth of the front overhang

30” to Cooktop

Plate Position – beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom

30” to Cooktop

Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30” space. Tape the Rear Wall Template onto the wall matching the centerline and touching the bottom cabinet frame.

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, install the mounting plate down the same distance as the front overhang depth. This will keep the microwave level.

Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. Draw a horizontal line on the back wall an equal

distance below the cabinet bottom as the inside depth of the front overhang.

For this type of installation with front overhang only,

align the Rearwall Template with this horizontal line, not touching the cabinet bottom as described in Step D.

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MARKING THE MOUNTING HOLES

OPTION 1: USE PAPER REAR WALL TEMPLATE

30”

OPTION 1

NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO

READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS REAR WALL TEMPLATE.

This Rear Wall Template serves to position the bottom mounting plate and to locate the horizontal exhaust outlet.

1. Use a level to check that the template is positioned accurately.

2. Locate and mark at least one stud on the left or right side of the centerline.

NOTE:It is important to use at least one wood

screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the weight of the microwave. Mark two additional, evenly spaced locations for the supplied toggle bolts.

3. Drill holes in the marked locations. Where there is a stud, drill a 3/16" hole for wood screws. For holes that do not line up with a stud, drill 5/8" holes for toggle bolts.

NOTE::DO NOT INSTALL THE MOUNTING PLATE

AT THIS TIME.

4. Remove the template from the rear wall.

5. Review the Installation Instruction book for your installation situation.

Darle vuelta a la hoja para consultar la versión en Español.

Locate and mark holes to align with holes in the mounting plate. IMPORTANT: LOCATE AT LEAST ONE STUD ON EITHER SIDE OF THE CENTERLINE. MARK THE LOCATION FOR 2 ADDITIONAL, EVENLY SPACED TOGGLE BOLTS IN THE MOUNTING PLATE AREA.

Trim the rear wall template along the dotted line.

F. CUT OUT FOR HORIZONTAL

REAR WALL TEMPLATE

CAUTION

Wear gloves to avoid cutting fingers

on sharp edges.

WARNING

Risk of electric shock. Can cause injury or death. Take care to not drill into electrical wiring inside walls or cabinets.

This Rear Wall Template serves to locate the mounting holes for the bottom mounting plate and to locate the horizontal exhaust outlet.

1. Use a level to check that the template is positioned

accurately.

2. Locate and mark at least one stud on the left or right

side of the centerline.

NOTE: It is important to use at least one wood screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the weight of the microwave.

3/8" TO EDGE

12"

OUTSIDE EXHAUST

CUT HOLE THROUGH REAR WALL FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR

CAUTION - IF EXHAUST ADAPTOR IS POSITIONED OUTSIDE

RECOMMENDED DIMENSION, GREASE-LADEN AIR WILL

DISCHARGE INTO HOUSE STRUCTURE

30” MINIMUM WIDTH REQUIRED

3. Mark the hole location on the wall using the template

4. Drill holes in the marked locations. Where there is a

NOTE: DO NOT INSTALL THE MOUNTING PLATE AT

5. Remove the template from the rear wall.

OPTION 2

NOTE: Refer to step C “DETERMINING MOUNTING PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET on page 10 for aligning instructions.

STEP 1: Installer uses bracket to make 2 marks. First

STEP 3: Installer uses a level to draw a horizontal line

mark is made by using the stampled slot in bracket.

that connects the two marks made with the stamped

Second mark is made on the ouside edge of bracket.

slot in the bracket.

Horizontal line

Make a mark

Make a mark here, along

here,

inside bottom of the

STEP 4: Installer uses marks to install bracket in

even with

stamped slot provided.

bottom of

correct position. The bracket is to be installed per

stamped

standard requirements (at least one wood screw

slot

mounted in a stud, two additional evenly spaced locations for toggle bolts). Mark hole location A,B, C and D by placing the mounting bracket on the wall as shown in the picture. Hole C and or D must be in a WALL STUD.

STEP 2: Installer moves bracket to the other side of

the cabinets and makes 2 more marks. Marks are the same as STEP 1, just opposite side.

Mark hole locations for A, B, C, and D.

ACD

Place bracket within the lines created in previous steps.

Make a mark here,

Make a mark here, along

STEP 5: Set mounting bracket aside and drill holes at

even with

inside bottom of the

bottom of

all marked locations. If there is a stud, drill a 3/16” hole

stamped slot provided

stamped

for wood screws. For holes that do not line up with a

(same as Step 1).

slot

stud, drill a 5/8” hole for a toggle bolt.

NOTES:

- 13” Max Cabinet Depth

- 15” deep cabinets require additional steps using an additional installation kit: JX15BUMP

Locate and mark holes to align with holes in the

mounting plate. IMPORTANT: LOCATE AT LEAST ONE STUD ON EITHER SIDE OF

THE CENTERLINE. MARK THE LOCATION FOR 2 ADDITIONAL, EVENLY

SPACED TOGGLE BOLTS IN THE MOUNTING PLATE

AREA.

at holes A and B. Mark at least one hole location in area C that lines up with the location of a stud. A minimum of three holes must be used for mounting.

stud, drill a 3/16” hole for wood screws. For holes that do not line up with a stud, drill 5/8” holes for toggle bolts.

THIS TIME

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MARKING THE MOUNTING HOLES

OPTION 2: USE METAL BRACKET AS TEMPLATE

NOTE: Refer to step C “DETERMINING MOUNTING PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET on page 8 for aligning instructions.

STEP 1: Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of

the 30” space.

STEP 2: Installer uses bracket to make 2 marks. First

mark is made by using the stampled slot in bracket. Second mark is made on the ouside edge of bracket.

STEP 4: Installer uses a level to draw a horizontal line

that connects the two marks made with the stamped slot in the bracket.

Horizontal line

STEP 5: Installer places the mounting bracket on the wall

as shown in the picture. Draw circles on the wall at holes A and B. Draw at least one circle in area C. At least one circle MUST line up with a wall stud.

Mark hole locations for

A, B, and area C.

Make a mark here on the outside edge of the bracket

Make a mark here, along inside bottom of the stamped slot provided.

STEP 3: Installer moves bracket to the other side of the

cabinets and makes 2 more marks. Marks are the same as STEP 2, just opposite side.

Make a mark here, along inside bottom of the stamped slot provided (same as Step 1).

Make a mark here on the outside edge of the bracket

Place bracket within the lines created in previous steps.

STEP 6: Set mounting bracket aside and drill holes at

all marked locations. If there is a stud, drill a 3/16” hole for wood screws. For holes that do not line up with a stud, drill a 5/8” hole for a toggle bolt.

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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)

INSTALLATION TYPES

RECIRCULATING (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS)

(Choose A, B or C)

NOTE: Select the type of ventilation required for your

installation and proceed to that section.

OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT)

Adaptor in Place for Outside Top Exhaust

See page 12

A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the non-vented exhaust. (See your Owner’s Manual for the kit number.)

OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT)

See page 20

See page 16

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RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless)

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

A1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall A2. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Check Blower Orientation A4. Adapting Microwave Blower For Recirculation A5. Mount the Oven A6. Installing The Charcoal Filter

ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL

3/8" TO EDGE

OPTION 2

STEP 1:

Installer uses bracket to make 2 marks. First

DISCHARGE INTO HOUSE STRUCTURE

mark is made by using the stampled slot in bracket. Second mark is made on the ouside edge of bracket.

Horizontal line

Make a mark

STEP 4:

Make a mark here, along

here,

inside bottom of the

even with

stamped slot provided. bottom of stamped slot

STEP 2:

Installer moves bracket to the other side of the cabinets and makes 2 more marks. Marks are the same as STEP 1, just opposite side.

Make a mark here,

Make a mark here, along

even with

inside bottom of the

bottom of

stamped slot provided

stamped

(same as Step 1).

slot

NOTES:

- 13” Max Cabinet Depth

- 15” deep cabinets require additional steps using an additional installation kit: JX36BUMP

12"

OPTION 1

NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO

READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

F. CUT OUT FOR HORIZONTAL

BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS REAR WALL TEMPLATE.

OUTSIDE EXHAUST

This Rear Wall Template serves to position the bottom mounting plate and to locate the horizontal exhaust outlet.

CUT HOLE THROUGH REAR WALL FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR

1. Use a level to check that the template is positioned accurately.

2. Locate and mark at least one stud on the left or right side of the centerline.

NOTE:

It is important to use at least one wood screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the weight of the microwave. Mark two additional, evenly spaced locations for the supplied toggle bolts.

3. Drill holes in the marked locations. Where there is a stud, drill a 3/16" hole for wood screws. For holes that do not line up with a stud, drill 5/8" holes for toggle bolts.

NOTE::

DO NOT INSTALL THE MOUNTING PLATE AT THIS TIME.

4. Remove the template from the rear wall.

5. Review the Installation Instruction book for your installation situation.

Darle vuelta a la hoja para consultar la versión en Español.

CAUTION - IF EXHAUST ADAPTOR IS POSITIONED OUTSIDE RECOMMENDED DIMENSION, GREASE-LADEN AIR WILL

Trim the rear wall template along the dotted line.

30” MINIMUM WIDTH REQUIRED

REAR WALL TEMPLATE

IMPORTANT: Do NOT remove the cardboard spacers between the heat shield and door

Place the mounting plate against the wall and

insert the toggle wings into the holes in the wall to mount the plate.

CAUTION

Be careful to avoid pinching

fingers between the back of the mounting plate and the wall.

Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall

to help tighten the bolts.

Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts and wood screws. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud.

Remove the toggle wings from the bolts.

Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through

the holes designated to go into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt.

To use toggle bolts:

Spacing for Toggles More Than Wall Thickness

Toggle Wings

Mounting

Plate

Toggle Bolt

Wall

Bolt End

USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET

You need to drill holes for the top support screws and a hole large enough for the power cord to fit through.

• Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET

TEMPLATE.

• Tape it underneath the top cabinet.

• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the

TOP CABINET TEMPLATE.

CAUTION

Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the cabinet bottom.

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CHECK BLOWER MOTOR

A3.

ORIENTATION

The blower fan blade opening should be facing the front of the microwave. You will have to remove the top cover plate to check the fan blade orientation. If the fan opening is already facing the front of the microwave, skip to step A5. Otherwise, continue to Step A4 to adjust the fan motor orientation.

Roll the blower unit 90° so that fan blade openings

are facing toward the front of the oven.

BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up

A4.

ADAPTING BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION

NOTE: The exhaust adaptor with damper is not

needed for recirculating models. You may want to save them for possible future use.

Remove and save screws that hold blower plate

to the oven.

Blower Plate Screws

Blower Plate

Back of Oven

Cover Plate

Slide the blower plate from under its retaining

flange and lift it off. Remove the cover plate installed on the back. Remove and save screws that hold blower unit to the oven.

Retaining Flange

Blower

Blower Motor Screws

Plate

Roll

AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward

Cover Plate

Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires

will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit.

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A4.

ADAPTING BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION (continued)

Place the blower unit back into the opening.

CAUTION

blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched.

Replace blower motor screws removed in Step 2.

Slide cover plate into position on the back of the unit. Replace blower plate and screws removed in Step 1. Attach second cover plate on blower plate (including one screw).

Blower Plate Screws

Do not pull or stretch the

Cover Plate

Blower Plate

Back of Oven

NOTE: When mounting the oven, thread power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet. Keep it tight throughout Steps 1–3. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by pulling cord.

Rotate front of oven up against cabinet bottom.

Cabinet Front

Cabinet Bottom Shelf

Lift oven, tilt it

forward and hook slots at back bottom edge onto two lower tabs of mounting plate.

Filler Block

Blower Motor Screws

Cover Plate

A5.

FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE

INSTALL THIS OVEN.

MOUNT THE OVEN

IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation.

NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use the nylon

grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the cord.

NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf.

IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from over tightening screws.

Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess

Self-Aligning Screw

Oven Top

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A4.

MOUNT THE OVEN

(continued)

Attach the oven to the top cabinet by inserting 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. Turn two full turns on each screw. Be

sure to keep power cord tight. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to bottom of cabinet.

Tighten the two screws to the top of the oven

completely. (While tightening screws, hold the oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.)

A6.

WHEN REPLACING THE CHARCOAL FILTER

If the model is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors.

The charcoal filter should be replaced when it is noticeably dirty or discolored (usually after 6 to 12 months, depending on hood usage). See your Owner’s Manual for the filter kit number.

To replace the charcoal filter:

Open the microwave door.

Remove 2 screws from the top of the grille. (You

may need to open the cabinet doors to remove the screws.

Slide the grille to the left and forward to remove.

Charcoal Filter

Slide the old filter down and out to remove it.

Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual

packed with the oven.

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Remove plastic and other outer wrapping from

the new filter and install the new filter. When properly installed, the wire mesh of the filter should be visible from the front.

Replace the grille and the 2 screws.

Close the door.

Insert filter mesh-side up

Installation Instructions

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

B1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall B2. Prepare Top Cabinet B3. Check Motor Orientation B4. Adapting For Outside Ventilation B5. Assemble and Install Adaptor B6. Mount the Microwave B7. Adjust The Exhaust Adaptor B8. Connecting Duckwork

OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST

(Vertical Duct)

3/8" TO EDGE

12"

F. CUT OUT FOR HORIZONTAL

OUTSIDE EXHAUST

CUT HOLE THROUGH REAR WALL FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR

CAUTION - IF EXHAUST ADAPTOR IS POSITIONED OUTSIDE RECOMMENDED DIMENSION, GREASE-LADEN AIR WILL

DISCHARGE INTO HOUSE STRUCTURE

30” MINIMUM WIDTH REQUIRED

REAR WALL TEMPLATE

OPTION 1

NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO

READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS REAR WALL TEMPLATE.

This Rear Wall Template serves to position the bottom mounting plate and to locate the horizontal exhaust outlet.

1. Use a level to check that the template is positioned accurately.

2. Locate and mark at least one stud on the left or right side of the centerline.

NOTE:

It is important to use at least one wood screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the weight of the microwave. Mark two additional, evenly spaced locations for the supplied toggle bolts.

3. Drill holes in the marked locations. Where there is a stud, drill a 3/16" hole for wood screws. For holes that do not line up with a stud, drill 5/8" holes for toggle bolts.

NOTE::

DO NOT INSTALL THE MOUNTING PLATE AT THIS TIME.

4. Remove the template from the rear wall.

5. Review the Installation Instruction book for your installation situation.

Darle vuelta a la hoja para consultar la versión en Español.

Trim the rear wall template along the dotted line.

NOTES:

- 13” Max Cabinet Depth

- 15” deep cabinets require additional steps using an additional installation kit: JX36BUMP

STEP 1:

mark is made by using the stampled slot in bracket. Second mark is made on the ouside edge of bracket.

Make a mark here, even with bottom of stamped slot

STEP 2:

the cabinets and makes 2 more marks. Marks are the same as STEP 1, just opposite side.

Installer uses bracket to make 2 marks. First

Installer moves bracket to the other side of

OPTION 2

Horizontal line

STEP 4:

Make a mark here, along inside bottom of the stamped slot provided.

Make a mark here,

Make a mark here, along

even with

inside bottom of the

bottom of

stamped slot provided

stamped

(same as Step 1).

slot

IMPORTANT: Do NOT remove the cardboard spacers between the heat shield and door

ATTACH THE MOUNTING

PLATE TO THE WALL

Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts and wood screws. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud..

Remove the toggle wings from the bolts.

Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through

the holes designated to go into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt.

To use toggle bolts:

Spacing for Toggles More Than Wall Thickness

Mounting

Plate

Insert the toggle wings into the holes in the wall

and place the mounting plate against the wall.

CAUTION

fingers between the back of the mounting plate and the wall.

Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall

to help tighten the bolts.

Toggle Wings

Toggle Bolt

Wall

Mounting Plate

Bolt End

Be careful to avoid pinching

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USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE

FOR PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET

You need to drill holes for the top support screws, a hole large enough for the power cord to fit through, and a cutout large enough for the exhaust adaptor.

• Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET

TEMPLATE.

• Tape it underneath the top cabinet.

• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the

TOP CABINET TEMPLATE.

CAUTION

drilling holes in the cabinet bottom.

Wear safety goggles when

Slide the blower plate from under its retaining

flange and lift it off. Remove the cover plate installed on the back. Remove and save screws that hold blower unit to the oven

Retaining Flange

Blower Motor Screws

Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires

Blower Plate

Cover Plate

will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit.

Roll the blower unit 90° so that fan blade openings

are facing toward the top of the microwave.

BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Front

B3.

CHECK BLOWER MOTOR

ORIENTATION

The blower fan blade opening should be facing the top of the microwave. If the fan opening is already facing the top of the microwave, skip to Step B5. Otherwise, continue to Step B4 to adjust the motor orientation.

B4.

ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION

Remove the cover installed on the blower plate

(including one screw). Remove and save screws holding blower plate to the oven.

Blower Plate Screws

Cover Plate

Blower Plate

Back of Oven

Blower Motor Screw

Cover Plate

Roll

AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up

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B4.

Place the blower unit back into the opening.

ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION

(continued)

CAUTION

blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched.

Do not pull or stretch the

Attach the exhaust adaptor to the blower plate

with the two bronze metal screws provided.

Make sure that the damper pivots easily before

mounting oven.

You will need to make adjustments to assure

proper alignment with your house exhaust duct after the oven is installed.

Replace blower motor screws removed in Step 2.

Slide cover plate into position on the back of the unit. Replace blower plate and screws removed in Step 1.

Blower Plate Screws

Blower Plate

Back of Oven

Blower Motor Screws

Cover Plate

B5.

ASSEMBLE AND

INSTALL ADAPTOR

Damper

Exhaust Adaptor

B6.

FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE

INSTALL THIS OVEN.

MOUNT THE OVEN

IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation.

NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use the nylon

grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the cord.

NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf.

IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from over tightening screws.

NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread

power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet. Keep it tight throughout Steps 1–3. Do not pinch cord or lift microwave oven by pulling cord.

Lift microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots

at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting plate.

Power Cord

Blower Plate

Back of

Oven

Cover Plate

NOTE: On some models, the exhaust adaptor and damper assembly may already be assembled to the oven.

Place the oven in its upright position, with the top of

the unit facing up.

NOTE: Make sure the blower fan blades are visible and are pointing up.

Insert the tabs on each side of the damper into the

holes at the inside rear of the adaptor.

Rotate front of microwave oven up against

cabinet bottom.

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B6.

Attach the oven to the top cabinet by inserting

MOUNT THE OVEN (continued)

Cabinet Front

Cabinet Bottom Shelf

Filler Block

Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess

Self-Aligning Screw

Oven Top

2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. Turn two full turns on each screw. Be sure

to keep power cord tight. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush tobottom of cabinet.

B7.

ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR

Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the house duct.

Damper

Back of

Oven

Cover Plate

B8.

CONNECTING DUCTWORK

Tighten the two screws to the top of the oven

completely. (While tightening screws, hold the oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.)

Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual

packed with the oven.

House Duct

Extend the house duct down to connect to

the exhaust adaptor.

Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape.

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OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

C1. Prepare Rear Wall C2. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall C3. Prepare Top Cabinet C4. Adjust Blower C5. Mount The Oven

PREPARING THE REAR WALL

FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST

You need to cut an opening in the rear wall for outside exhaust.

(Horizontal Duct)

3/8" TO EDGE

OPTION 2

STEP 1:

Installer uses bracket to make 2 marks. First

DISCHARGE INTO HOUSE STRUCTURE

mark is made by using the stampled slot in bracket. Second mark is made on the ouside edge of bracket.

Horizontal line

Make a mark

STEP 4:

Make a mark here, along

here,

inside bottom of the

even with

stamped slot provided. bottom of stamped slot

STEP 2:

Installer moves bracket to the other side of the cabinets and makes 2 more marks. Marks are the same as STEP 1, just opposite side.

Make a mark here,

Make a mark here, along

even with

inside bottom of the

bottom of

stamped slot provided

stamped

(same as Step 1).

slot

NOTES:

- 13” Max Cabinet Depth

- 15” deep cabinets require additional steps using an additional installation kit: JX36BUMP

outlet.

1. Use a level to check that the template is positioned accurately.

2. Locate and mark at least one stud on the left or right side of the centerline.

NOTE:

screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the weight of the microwave. Mark two additional, evenly spaced locations for the supplied toggle bolts.

3. Drill holes in the marked locations. Where there is a stud, drill a 3/16" hole for wood screws. For holes that do not line up with a stud, drill 5/8" holes for toggle bolts.

NOTE::

AT THIS TIME.

4. Remove the template from the rear wall.

5. Review the Installation Instruction book for your installation situation.

Darle vuelta a la hoja para consultar la versión en Español.

Trim the rear wall template along the dotted line.

CUT HOLE THROUGH REAR WALL FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR

It is important to use at least one wood

DO NOT INSTALL THE MOUNTING PLATE

CAUTION - IF EXHAUST ADAPTOR IS POSITIONED OUTSIDE RECOMMENDED DIMENSION, GREASE-LADEN AIR WILL

30” MINIMUM WIDTH REQUIRED

REAR WALL TEMPLATE

ATTACH THE MOUNTING

12"

OPTION 1

NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO

READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

F. CUT OUT FOR HORIZONTAL

BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS REAR WALL TEMPLATE.

OUTSIDE EXHAUST

This Rear Wall Template serves to position the bottom mounting plate and to locate the horizontal exhaust

PLATE TO THE WALL

• Read the instructions on the REAR WALL

TEMPLATE.

• Tape it to the rear wall, lining up with the holes

previously drilled for holes A and B in the mounting plate.

• Cut the opening, following the instructions of the

REAR WALL TEMPLATE.

Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts and wood screw. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud.

Remove the toggle wings from the bolts.

Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through

the holes designated to go into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt.

To use toggle bolts:

Spacing for Toggles More Than Wall Thickness

Mounting

Plate

Insert the toggle wings into the holes in the wall

to mount the plate and place the mounting plate against the wall.

CAUTION

mounting plate and the wall.

Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall

to help tighten the bolts.

Toggle Wings

Toggle Bolt

Wall

Bolt End

Be careful to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the

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C3.

USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR

PREPARATION OF TOP

CABINET

You need to drill holes for the top support screws and a hole large enough for the power cord to fit through.

• Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET

TEMPLATE.

• Tape it underneath the top cabinet.

• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the

TOP CABINET TEMPLATE.

CAUTION

drilling holes in the cabinet bottom.

Wear safety goggles when

C4.

ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST

Remove and save the two screws that hold the

blower plate in place. Slide blower plate from under its retaining flange. Remove the cover plate installed on the back. Remove and save screws that hold blower unit to the oven

Retaining Flange

Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires

will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit.

BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up

Blower Plate

Back of Oven

Rotate blower unit counterclockwise 180°.

Before Rotation After Rotation

Back of Oven

Roll the blower unit 90° so that fan blade

openings are facing out the back of the oven.

Before Rolling

Back of Oven

After Rolling

Back of Oven

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Locate the two “knockout” plates, on the rear

oven panel, near the top of the oven.

Using tin snips, carefully cut the web area from

the two holes side-by-side (that secure the knockouts to the oven). Cut all four webs on both rear knockouts; this will allow the ventilation fan airflow to exhaust out the rear of the oven.

Place the blower unit back into the opening.

AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Back

CAUTION

edges from the openings after removing the knockout plates.

Oven Rear Panel

CAUTION

Be sure to trim the sharp

Snip all 4 webs on each knockout panel and remove the metal knockouts for rear airflow.

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 oven.

C5.

FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE

INSTALL THIS OVEN.

MOUNT THE OVEN

IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation.

NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use the nylon

grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the cord.

NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the

cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf.

IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from over tightening screws.

NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread

power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet. Keep it tight throughout Steps 1–3. Do not pinch cord or lift microwave oven by pulling cord.

Lift microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots

at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting plate.

Power Cord

Replace the blower plate in the same

position as before and replace the screws for the blower plate and blower motor.Attach the cover on the blower plate with screw.

Cover Plate

Rotate front of microwave oven up against

Blower Plate Screws

Blower Plate

Back of Oven

Blower Motor Screws

cabinet bottom.

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