Installation
Microwave Oven
Built-In Trim Kits
Instructions
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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IMPORTANT — Save these instructions
for local inspector’s use.
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IMPORTANT — Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions
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with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future
reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires basic
mechanical and electrical skills.
• Completion time –
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
• This kit is for use on models:PEB9159DJ, PEB9159SJ,
PEB9159EJ, CEB1599SJ.and CEB1599EL.
• This kit and microwave are approved for installation
alone or above any single electric wall oven. Do not
mount adjacent (within 2 feet) to any range, cooktop,
gas oven, or other microwave.
• This product is to be installed 3 feet above floor level.
• Do not alter or modify any part of this kit or the oven.
• For easier installation and personal safety, we
recommend that two people install this microwave
oven.
• Unplug the microwave oven before attempting
installation of this kit.
1 to 3 hours
JX9152 and JX9153
PARTS INCLUDED
PART QUANITY
Rear Duct 1
Bottom Duct
Trim Kit
Frame
Rail
Short Screws
16 required
3 extra
1
1
2
WARNING
properly grounded 3-hole, 120 volt receptacle as required
by the National Electrical Code.
WARNING
switch power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from being
switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting
means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent
warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
— This oven must be plugged into a
— Before beginning the installation,
Long Wood
Screws 4 required
2 extra
NOTE: This kit has extra screws to prevent the
technician from spending extra time locating
a replacement in case they lose one during
installation.
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Installation Instructions
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event
of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces
the risk of electric shock by providing an escape
wire for the electric current. This appliance
is equipped with a cord having a grounding
wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.Consult a qualified electrician or
serviceman if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if doubt exists as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
WARNING
Improper use of the
Permanent and Correct Installation
3-Prong plug
grounding plug can
result in a risk of
electric shock.
Do not use an
extension cord. If the
power supply cord
is too short, have a
qualified electrician
Grounding pin
3-Prong receptacle
Grounded receptacle box
or serviceman install
an outlet near the
appliance.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Product rating is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 14
amps and 1.60 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
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.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
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2 Phillips Screwdrivers (#1 & #2)
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Ŷ
Ŷ
Pencil
Level
Drill with 3/32” Drill Bit
Ŷ
Tape Measure
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
Dimension
Height 19 1/8” 19 1/8” 17 1/8 ± 1/8”
Width 26 7/8” 29 3/4” 23 1/4 ± 1/8”
Min. depth with receptacle outside cutout – 22
Min. depth with receptacle inside cutout – 23 1/2
120 volt – 60 Hertz grounded power receptacle.
1” Overlap
27”models: 1 7/8” overlap
30”models: 3 5/16” overlap
1” Clearance beyond
Bottom of trim kit must be
minimum of 36” from floor
WARNING
— This trim kit uses air flow from the top, bottom and
sides of the trim frame. Blocking the air flow can
cause the microwave to function improperly and may
cause damage to the microwave.
Trim Kit
27” 30”
Width
trim frame
(on all sides)
Height
1” Overlap
Cutout
”
”
Depth
3” Min.
Allow a 1” clearance beyond the edge of the trim kit
frame to provide proper air flow.
FOR INSTALLATION ABOVE A BUILT-IN OVEN:
Microwave oven should be installed on a 3/8”
plywood base and supported by 2x4 or 1x2
equivalent runners on all sides. Base must be
capable of supporting a minimum of 100 lbs.
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Installation Instructions
1 LOCATE AND INSTALL THE BASE
PAN
Set Base Pan into the front cabinet microwave
oven cutout and center it right and left. Push back
until the front flange is against the cabinet front wall.
Mount the Base Pan using 3 short screws.
Short
Screw
Base Pan
Mounting Holes
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INSTALL THE REAR DUCT
1. Gently return microwave oven to its upright position.
2. Remove screw A.
Screw A
3. Align the rear duct with the back of microwave oven,
as shown.
2 INSTALL THE RAILS
Disconnect the microwave oven from the receptacle.
Remove everything out of the microwave oven, including
packing, Owner’s Manuals, turntable and turntable
support. A protective film has been applied to some
microwave oven and trim kits. If applied, remove the film.
Turn over the microwave oven and secure the rails to
oven Base Plate by inserting 4 short screws. Be careful
not to scratch the microwave oven.
Microwave
Oven Bottom
Rail
Short
Screw
Flanges
Door
4. Slide 2 tabs into the slots on the right side of the back
of microwave oven.
A B
A. Rear duct tabs
B. Slots
5. Use 2 short screws to secure top of rear duct to the
back of microwave oven, as shown.
A
A. Short screws (2)
B. Rear duct
C. Back of microwave oven
B
C
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