Samsung MC17J8000CS/AA, MC17F808KDT/AA Installation Guide

Installation Instructions

Over The Range 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.

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• Skilllevel -Installationofthisappliancerequiresbasicmechanicalandelectrical
skills.

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

READ CAREFULLY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Contents

General information

Step-by-step installation guide

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . 3

Electrical requirements . . . . . . . . . . 3

Hood exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Damage - Shipment/Installation. . . . . . 6

Parts included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Tools you will need . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Mounting space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1. Placement of the mounting plate . . . . 8

A. Removing the microwave oven from the

carton/Removing the mounting plate . . 8

B. Finding the wall studs. . . . . . . . . . . 8

C. Determining wall plate location under your

cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

D. Aligning the wall plate. . . . . . . . . . 10

2. Ventilation types (choose a, b or c). . . 11

A. Outside top exhaust (vertical duct) . . . 12

A1. Installation procedure for exhaust

adaptor and proper damper operation

check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

A2. Adjust the exhaust adaptor . . . . 12

B. Recirculating (non-vented ductless) . . 12

B1. Adapting the microwave blower for

recirculation . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

B2. Installing the charcoal filter . . . . 13

C. Outside back exhaust (horizontal duct) 14

C1. Adapting the microwave blower for

outside back exhaust . . . . . . . 14

3. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

A. Preparing the rear wall for outside back

exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

B. Attach the mounting plate to the wall . 15

C. Use the top cabinet template to prepare

the top cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

D. Mount the microwave oven . . . . . . . 16

E. Connecting ductwork for outside top

exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

4. Before you use your microwave . . . . 18

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Insure proper
ground exists
before use

This product requires a three-prong grounded
outlet. The installer must perform a ground
continuity check on the power outlet box before
beginning the installation to insure that the
outlet box is properly grounded. If not properly
grounded, or if the outlet box does not meet
electrical requirements noted (under ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS), a qualified electrician should be
employed to correct any deficiencies.

CAUTION: For personal
safety, remove house
fuse or open circuit
breaker before
beginning installation
to avoid severe or fatal
shock injury.

CAUTION: For personal safety, the mounting
surface must be capable of supporting the
cabinet load and the added weight of this 69
pound product, plus additional oven loads
of up to 50 pounds or a total weight of 109
pounds.

CAUTION: For personal safety, this product
cannot be installed in cabinet arrangements
such as an island or a peninsula. It must be
mounted to BOTH a top cabinet AND a wall.

NOTE: For easier installation and personal
safety, it is recommended that two people
install this product.

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED TO AVOID
SEVERE OR FATAL SHOCK.

The power cord of this
appliance is equipped
with a three-prong
(grounding) plug which
mates with a standard
three-prong (grounding)

Insure proper
ground exists
before use.

You should have the wall receptacle and circuit
checked by a qualified electrician to make sure
the receptacle is properly grounded.

If you have a standard two-prong wall
receptacle, it is very important to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three­prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified
electrician.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT,
DEFORM OR REMOVE ANY OF THE PRONGS
FROM THE POWER CORD. DO NOT USE WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD.

wall receptacle to
minimize the possibility
of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.

ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS

Product rating is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 14.6
amps and 1.75 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 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.

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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.

OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)

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

DUCT PIECES

Roof Cap 24 ft. x (1) = 24 ft.

EQUIVALENT

LENGTH

x

NUMBER

USED

=

EQUIVALENT

LENGTH

12 Ft. Straight Duct
(6˝ Round)

Rectangular-to­Round Transition
Adaptor*

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

* 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.

12 ft. x (1) = 12 ft.

5 ft. x (1) = 5 ft.

Total Length = 41 ft.

OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)

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

DUCT PIECES

Wall Cap 40 ft. x (1) = 40 ft.

3 Ft. Straight Duct (3 ¼˝
x 10˝ Rectangular)

90 ° Elbow 10 ft. x (2) = 20 ft.

EQUIVALENT

LENGTH

3 ft. x (1) = 3 ft.

x

NUMBER

USED

=

EQUIVALENT

LENGTH

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

NOTE: For back exhaust, care should be taken to align the exhaust with the space between 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 duct.

Total Length = 63 ft.

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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 3 ¼˝ 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.

Maximum duct length:

For satisfactory air movement, the total duct length of
3 ¼˝ 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
equivalent length in feet of some typical ducts.

DUCT PIECES

Rectangular-to-Round

Transition Adaptor*

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.

Straight Duct 6˝ Round or 3 ¼˝

x 10˝ Rectangular

* IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round

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

EQUIVALENT

LENGTH

5 ft. x ( ) = ft.

1 ft. x ( ) = ft.

NUMBER

x

USED

Total Ductwork = ft.

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

=

EQUIVALENT

LENGTH

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TOP CABINET TEMPLATE

Template

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

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 the customer and installer.

PARTS INCLUDED

HARDWARE PACKET

PAR T QUANTITY

Wood Screws
(¼˝ x 2˝)

Toggle Bolts
(and wing nuts)
(3/16˝ x 3˝)

Self-aligning
Machine Screws
(¼˝ - 28 x 3 ¼˝)

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.

1

3

3

ADDITIONAL PARTS

PAR T QUANTITY

TOP CABINET TEMPLATE

REAR WALL TEMPLATE

Top Cabinet
Template

Rear Wall Template 1

Installation
Instructions

Exhaust adaptor 1

1

1

GREASE FILTER

You can find the grease filter that is installed on the
product or just packed with the product. Please check
the shape of your grease filter and install the grease
filter on your product correctly.

PAR T QUANTITY

One Touch Easy
Grease Filter

Model : MC17F808KDT

Separately Packed
Grease Filters

Model :

MC17J8100CS, MC17J8000CS

1

(Installed)

2

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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

# 1 and #2 Phillips

Pencil Ruler or tape measure and

screwdriver

Tin snips (for cutting

damper, if required)

Scissors (to cut

template, if necessary)

Gloves Saw (saber, hole or

keyhole)

Level Duct and masking tape

MOUNTING SPACE

12˝ max.

16 ½˝

30˝

30˝ min.

5˝

Bottom edge of the
cabinet needs to be 30˝
or more from the cooking
surface.

Backsplash

straight edge

Carpenter square (optional)

Electric drill with 3/16˝, ½˝ and

⅝˝ drill bits

Filler blocks or scrap wood

pieces, if needed for top
cabinet spacing (used on
recessed bottom cabinet

installations only)

Stud finder or Hammer

Safety goggles

(optional)

NOTES:

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free of obstructions.

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to 36˝ wide.

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outside, see the Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust
duct preparation.

• If installing the microwave oven beneath smooth
flat cabinets, be careful to follow the instructions
on the top cabinet template for power cord
clearance.

• Maximum cabinet depth above and beside the
unit is 12˝.

• The dimensions provided are the minimum
required for mounting the microwave oven. Local
codes and the practical use of the range will
likely require you to provide more than the 13.5˝
shown between the range and the bottom of the
microwave.

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Step-by-step installation guide

Screws

1. PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE

A. REMOVING THE

MICROWAVE OVEN FROM
THE CARTON/REMOVING
THE MOUNTING PLATE

1. Remove the installation instructions, Exhaust

adaptor, filters, glass tray, and the small
hardware bag. Do not remove the Styrofoam
protecting the front of the oven.

2. 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 Styrofoam.

Carton

Carton

Styrofoam

Styrofoam

3. Pull the carton up and o the oven.

4. Remove and properly discard plastic bags.

Screws

Screws

Mounting Plate

Mounting Plate

Screws

B. FINDING THE WALL STUDS

Wall Studs

Wall Studs

Center

Center

1. Find the studs using one of the following

methods:

A. Stud finder–a magnetic device which locates

nails.

OR

B. Use a hammer to tap lightly across the

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

2. After locating the stud(s), find the stud’s 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.

3. Draw a line down the center of the studs.

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

5. Remove the 2 screws from the mounting plate.

This plate will be used as the rear wall template
and for mounting.

6. Replace the two screws you removed and
carefully screw them back into the case. DO
NOT OVER-TIGHTEN. If you over-tighten the
screws, you can strip the screws and damage
the case.

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C. DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET

Plate position – beneath flat bottom cabinet.

16 ½˝

C

Draw a vertical line on the

L

wall at the center of the 30˝

At least 30˝

wide space. Tape the Rear
Wall Template onto the wall
so that the top of the template
touches the bottom of the
cabinet and the centerline on
the template lines up with the
line you drew on the wall.

Plate position – beneath framed recessed cabinet
bottom.

C
L

30˝ to Cooktop

Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30˝ wide
space. Tape the Rear Wall Template onto the wall so that the
top of the template touches the bottom of the cabinet frame
and the centerline on the template lines up with the line you
drew on the wall.

Plate position – beneath recessed bottom cabinet with

Plate position – beneath recessed bottom

front overhang.

cabinet with front overhang

Draw a horizontal line to

Draw a line on the

mark how far the inside

back wall equal to the

of the front overhang

depth of the front

descends below the

overhang.

cabinet.

C
L

30˝ to Cooktop

30" to Cooktop

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.

Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30˝
wide space. Draw a second, horizontal line on the wall
below the cabinet to mark how far the inside of the
front overhang descends below the cabinet. Tape the
Rear Wall Template onto the wall so that the top of the
template touches the bottom of the horizontal line and
the centerline on the template lines up with the vertical
line.

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D. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE

Centerline

Centerline

notches

notches

Horizontal Line

Horizontal Line Area E

Hole A

Hole A

Area E

CAUTION: Wear gloves to avoid cutting fingers
on sharp edges.

1. Draw a Horizontal line on the wall at the

bottom of the “Rear Wall Template”.

2. Drill ⅝˝ holes for toggle bolts in 3 locations

(Hole A, Hole B, Hole C) as shown in the
illustration above. If the location of a hole
lines up with a stud, drill a 3/16˝ hole for a
wood screw. You cannot use a toggle bolt to
attach the wall plate to a stud.

NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT

THIS TIME.

Draw a Horizontal line on

Draw a Vertical Line
on Wall from Center

the wall along the bottom

of Top Cabinet

of “Rear Wall Template”.

C

L

Horizontal Line

Horizontal Line

Hole B

Draw a Horizontal line on wall from bottom of “Rear

Draw a Horizontal line on wall from

Wall Template”.

bottom of “Rear Wall Template”.

Hole B

3. Holes A, B and C are inside area E. If none

of these holes line up with a stud, find a stud
in area E that lines up with a hole circle in
Area E, and then drill a 3/16˝ hole into it for
a wood screw. You must have at least one
wood screw mounted firmly into a stud to
support the weight of the microwave. Set

the mounting plate aside.

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2. VENTILATION TYPES (CHOOSE A, B OR C)

This microwave oven is compatible with the following
three types of ventilation:

A. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct)

B. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless)

C. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct)

A. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST

(VERTICAL DUCT)

Adaptor in Place

Adaptor in Place

for Outside Top

for Outside

Exhaust

Top Exhaust

See page 12 See page 13

NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled
for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented
models). An exhaust adaptor is shipped assembled
and attached to the filler-upper. Select the type of
ventilation required for your installation and proceed to
that section.

B. RECIRCULATING (NON-

VENTED DUCTLESS)

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

C. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST

(HORIZONTAL DUCT)

See page 14

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House Duct

A. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST

(VERTICAL DUCT)

A1. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR

THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR AND
PROPER DAMPER OPERATION
CHECK

The exhaust Adaptor and Damper are
shipped assembled and attached to
the filler-upper.

NOTE: You must attach the house duct to the
exhaust adaptor after installation is complete.

House Duct

1. Slide the exhaust adaptor as shown in the

diagram above.

2. Make sure the tape securing the damper is
removed and damper pivots easily before you
mount the microwave.

CAUTION: You will need to make adjustments to
assure proper alignment with your house exhaust
duct after the microwave is installed.

A2. ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR

After you have installed the microwave, you will
need to open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust
adaptor so that you can connect it to the house
duct.

Blower Plate

Damper

Back of
Microwave

For Front-to-Back
Adjustment, Slide the
Exhaust Adaptor as Needed

B. RECIRCULATING (NON-VENTED

DUCTLESS)

B1. ADAPTING THE MICROWAVE

BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION

1. Remove and save the screws

that hold the blower plate to the
microwave.

Back of

2. Lift up the

blower plate.

NOTE: The exhaust adaptor with the damper is not
needed for recirculating models. You may want to
save them for possible future use.

Microwave

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3. Remove the screw that holds the blower motor

and carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires
will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the
blower unit.

blower mortor screw

CAUTION: To avoid breaking or cracking the blower

blade, do not touch the blade. Hold the outer case
of the blower when you pull it out or put it back in
place.

4. Roll the blower unit 90 ° so that the fan blade

openings are facing toward the front of the
microwave.

Before Roll

Back of
Microwave

5. Place the blower unit back into the opening.

CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit

wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched.

6. Secure the blower unit to the microwave with the

screw.

B2. INSTALLING THE CHARCOAL

FILTER

1. Remove the screws on the top of the grill using a

#1 Phillips screwdriver.

2. Open the door.

3. Remove the grill.

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Charcoal filter

After Roll

4. Install the charocal filter. When properly installed,

the wire mesh of the filter should be visible from
the front.

5. Reinstall the grill and the screws.

6. Close the door.

Back of
Microwave

Insert mesh-side up

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C. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT)

C1. ADAPTING THE MICROWAVE

BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK
EXHAUST

1. Remove and save the screws that hold the

Blower Plate to the microwave.

Screw

3. 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 Forward

End A

CAUTION: To avoid breaking or cracking the blower

blade, do not touch the blade. Hold the outer case
of the blower when you pull it out or put it back in
place.

4. Remove Parts “A” with tin snips or pliers.

2. Lift up the

Blower plate.

Blower Motor

Back of Microwave

Blower Plate Screw

End B

5. Rotate the blower unit counterclockwise 180 °.

Before Rotation After Rotation

Back of Microwave

Back of Microwave

6. Place the blower unit back into the opening.

AFTER: Fan Blade Openings
Facing Back

End A

End B

CAUTION: 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 the rear of
microwave oven.

7. Close the Blower Plate and attach the exhaust

adaptor to the rear of the oven by sliding it into
the guides at the back top center of the oven.
Push in securely until it is in the lower locking
tabs. Take care to ensure that the damper hinge
is installed so that it is at the top and that the
damper swings freely.

Adaptor

Back of

Parts “A”

Guide

From Blower motor screw
(after attached the exhaust adaptor)

Microwave

Guide

Locking Tabs

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3. INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

A. Prepare Rear Wall (horizontal duct only)

B. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall

C. Prepare Top Cabinet

D. Mount the Microwave Oven

E. Connecting Ductwork (vertical duct only)

A. PREPARING THE REAR

WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK
EXHAUST

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

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the REAR WALL TEMPLATE.

CAUTION: Do not cut an opening in the rear wall if
you are installing the microwave with vertical duct or
non-vented ductless ventilation.

B. ATTACH THE MOUNTING

PLATE TO THE WALL

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

1. Remove the toggle wings from the bolts.

2. Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through

the holes designated to go into drywall, and
then reattach the toggle wings so that ¾˝ of the
bolt protrudes beyond the wing.

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Spacing for Toggles More

Grease Filter

To use toggle bolts:

Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness

Than Wall Thickness

Toggle Wings

Mounting

Mounting

Plate

Plate

Toggle Wings

Toggle

Toggle

Bolt

Bolt

Wall

Wall

Bolt End

Bolt End

3. Place the mounting plate against the wall and

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

NOTE: Before tightening the toggle bolts and wood
screw, make sure the bottom of the Mounting plate
runs along the bottom Horizontal line of the “Rear wall
Template” and the Mounting plate is properly centered
under the cabinet.

CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching your fingers
between the back of the mounting plate and the wall.

4. Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall

to help tighten the bolts. Tighten the screw.

C. USE THE TOP CABINET

TEMPLATE TO PREPARE
THE TOP CABINET

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

D. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE

OVEN

FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL
SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE
INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN.

IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the handle
during installation.

NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use the nylon

grommet in the power cord hole to prevent the cord
from being cut.

NOTE: Filler blocks are required when mounting this
unit under any cabinet with a recessed bottom or
front overhang. (See page 9.)

IMPORTANT: The case damage that will occur
from over tightening screws if you do not use
filler blocks is not covered under warranty.

IMPORTANT: For models with the grease filter
installed, don’t push up on the filter when you
mount the oven.

Grease Filter

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TOP CABINET TEMPLATE.

CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in
the cabinet bottom.

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

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Step-by-step installation guide

Cabinet Front

1. Lift the microwave, tilt

it forward, and hook
the slots at the back
bottom edge onto the
four lower tabs of the
mounting plate.

2. Rotate the front of

the oven up against
the cabinet bottom.

3. Insert a self-aligning screw through the top

center cabinet hole. Temporarily secure the oven
by turning the screw at least two full turns after
the threads have engaged. (It will be completely
tightened later.) Be sure to keep the power

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

Cabinet Front

Cabinet Bottom Shelf

Cabinet Bottom Shelf

Microwave Oven Top

Microwave Oven Top

Filler Block

Filler Block

Equivalent to

Equivalent

Depth of

to Depth of

Cabinet Recess

Cabinet Recess

Self-Aligning Screw

Self-Aligning Screw

6. Install the grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual

packed with the microwave for instructions.

NOTE: For models with installed grease filters, you
do not need to install a filter.

E. CONNECTING DUCTWORK

FOR OUTSIDE TOP
EXHAUST

House Duct

House Duct

1. Extend the house duct down to connect to the

exhaust adaptor.

2. Seal the exhaust duct joints using duct tape.

4. Attach the microwave oven to the top cabinet.

5. Insert the 2 self-aligning screws through the

cabinet bottom shelf and filler block into the
outer top cabinet of the unit. Continue to
support the unit until both screws are inserted
and engaged at least two full turns, then fully
tighten both screws until the unit is secure.

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Before You Use Your Microwave

Insure proper
ground exists
before use

4. BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE

1. Make sure the microwave oven has been

installed according to instructions.

2. Remove all packing material from the

microwave oven.

3. Install the turntable and ring in cavity.

4. Replace the house fuse or turn the breaker

back on.

6. Read the Owner’s Manual.

7. Keep installation instructions for the local

inspector’s use.

5. Plug the power cord into a dedicated 15 amp

electrical outlet.

Insure proper
ground exists
before use.

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Note

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DE68-04129A-01

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