Installation
Instructions
Microwave Oven
Built-In Trim Kits
JX9152 and JX9153
Questions? Call GE Appliances Answer Center at 800.626.2000 or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
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.
•Completion time – 1 to 3 hours
•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.
WARNING — This oven must be plugged into a properly grounded 3-hole, 120 volt receptacle as required by the National Electrical Code.
WARNING — Before beginning the installation, 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.
PARTS INCLUDED
PART |
QUANITY |
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Rear Duct |
1 |
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Bottom Duct
1
Trim Kit |
1 |
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Frame |
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Rail
2
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16 required |
Short Screws |
3 extra |
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 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 or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
Permanent and Correct Installation
3-Prong plug
Grounding pin 
3-Prong receptacle 
Grounded receptacle box
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
Ŷ 2 Phillips Screwdrivers (#1 & #2) |
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Ŷ Pencil |
Ŷ Drill with 3/32” Drill Bit |
Ŷ Level |
Ŷ Tape Measure |
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CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
Dimen- |
Trim Kit |
Cutout |
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sion |
27” |
30” |
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Height |
19 1/8” |
19 1/8” |
17 1/8 |
± 1/8” |
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Width |
26 7/8” |
29 3/4” |
23 1/4 |
± 1/8” |
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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
Depth
27”models: |
1 7/8” overlap |
30”models: |
3 5/16” overlap |
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Height |
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Width |
1” Clearance beyond 1” Overlap |
3” Min. |
trim frame |
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(on all sides) |
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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.
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
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
3INSTALL 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.
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 B C
A.Short screws (2)
B.Rear duct
C.Back of microwave oven
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