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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.
• 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.
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 microwave blower for
recirculation ....................................... 12
B2. Installing the charcoal filter .............. 13
C. Outside back exhaust (horizontal duct) .. 14
C1. Adapting 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
Use top cabinet template for preparation of
C.
top cabinet ...................................................16
D. Mount the microwave oven ..................... 16
E. Connecting ductwork for outside top
exhaust ..................................................... 17
Before you use your microwave ................ 18
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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, in addition to the added weight
of this 59 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.
Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle
is encountered, 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, 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 branch circuit
single grounded outlet of at least 15 A and max
of 20 A. 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 describes 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 describes 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)
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH*
3 ft. x (1) = 3 ft.
x
NUMBER
USED
=
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
90 ° Elbow 10 ft. x (2) = 20 ft.
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 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.
Total Length = 63 ft.
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NOTE: If you need to install ducts, note that the total
duct length of 3 ¼˝ 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 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
approximate feet of equivalent length 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-toround
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
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
requirements for good venting
performance with any vent hood.
=
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
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TOP CABINET TEMPLATE
REAR WALL TEMPLATE
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
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
2
2
ADDITIONAL PARTS
PAR T QUANTITY
Top Cabinet
Template
Rear Wall Template 1
Installation
Instructions
Separately Packed
Grease Filters
Exhaust adaptor 1
1
1
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
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:
• The space between the cabinets must be 30˝ wide and
free of obstructions.
• This microwave oven is for installation over ranges up
to 36˝ wide.
• If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the
outside, see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct
preparation.
• When 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 practical use of the range will likely
require more than 13.5˝ shown between the range
and the bottom of the microwave.
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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
Styrofoam
3. Pull the carton up and o the oven.
4. Remove and properly discard plastic bags.
Screws
Mounting Plate
Screws
B. FINDING THE WALL STUDS
Wall Studs
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 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.
NOTE: You will have to reuse two screws in original
loction of outcase after removing mounting plate.
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C. DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET
Plate position – beneath flat bottom cabinet
16 ½˝
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At least 30˝
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.
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30˝ to Cooktop
Plate position – beneath framed recessed
cabinet bottom
C
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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.
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.
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.
1. Measure the inside depth of the front overhang.
2. Draw a horizontal line on the back wall an equal
distance below the cabinet bottom as the inside
depth of the front overhang.
3. For this type of installation with front overhang
only, align the mounting tabs with this horizontal
line, not touching the cabinet bottom as described
in Step D.
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D. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE
Hole A
Centerline
notches
CAUTION: Wear gloves to avoid cutting fingers
on sharp edges.
1. Draw a Vertical line on the wall at the center
of the 30˝ wide space.
2. Draw a Horizontal line on the wall at the
bottom of “Rear Wall Template”.
3. Drill ⅝˝ holes for toggle bolts on 3 locations
(Hole A, Hole B, Hole C) but if the location of
hole is same as that of stud, drill a
3
/16˝ hole
for wood screw. In other words, toggle bolt
can not be used to the location of stud.
NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT
THIS TIME.
Draw a Vertical Line
on Wall from Center
of Top Cabinet
C
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Draw a Horizontal line on wall from
bottom of “Rear Wall Template˝.
Hole B
Horizontal LineHorizontal Line Area E Hole C
NOTE: Holes A, B and C are inside area E.
If none of A, B and C is in a stud, find a stud
somewhere in area E and draw a forth circle to
line up with the stud. It is important to use at
least one wood screw mounted firmly in 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 designed for adaptation to 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
for Outside Top
Exhaust
See page 12 See page 13
NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for
Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models).
And exhaust adaptor is shipped assembled 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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A. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT)
A1. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR AND
PROPER DAMPER OPERATION
CHECK
Damper
Blower Plate
Retaining Hooks
Exhaust Adaptor
Back of
Microwave
Oven
1. Slide exhaust adaptor following the instructions
show in diagram.
2. Make sure tape securing damper is removed
and damper pivots easily before mounting
microwave.
• 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
Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor
to connect to the house duct.
Damper
Back of
Microwave
Oven
NOTE: The house duct is needed to connect to the
exhaust adaptor after installation completion.
House Duct
B. RECIRCULATING (NON-
VENTED DUCTLESS)
B1. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER
FOR RECIRCULATION
1. Remove and save screw that holds blower plate
to microwave.
2. Lift up the blower plate.
Blower
Retaining
Screws
Back of
Microwave Oven
NOTE: The exhaust adaptor with damper is not
For Side-toSide
Adjustment,
Slide the Exhaust
Adaptor as Needed
needed for recirculating models. You may want to
save them for possible future use.
3. Remove screw holds blower mortor and carefully
pull out the blower unit. The wires will extend far
enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit.
CAUTION: Do not touch blade of blower for
preventing crack and break. Hold outer case when
the blower pull out or back into.
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B. RECIRCULATING (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS) (CONT.)
4. Roll the blower unit 90 ° so that fan blade
openings are facing toward the front of the
microwave.
Before Roll
After Roll
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. Remove the metal vent fan cover on the back of
the microwave by sliding it up.
8. Secure the blower to the microwave using the
blower retaining screws from Step 1.
Blower Retaining
Screw
Blower
Retaining
Screws
Back of
Microwave Oven
B2. INSTALLING THE CHARCOAL
FILTER
1. Remove screws on top of grille using a #1
Phillips screwdriver.
2. Open the door.
3. Remove the grille.
• After push left, Pull the grille straight o.
Charcoal
Filter
7. Close the blower door. Slide blower shield onto
the top of the blower door opening.
4. Install the charcoal filter. When properly installed,
the wire mesh of the filter should be visible from
the front.
5. Reinstall the grille and the screws.
6. Close the door.
Insert mesh-side up
Insert mesh-side up
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C. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT)
C1. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER
FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST
1. Remove and save screw that holds blower Plate
to microwave.
Blower
Retaining
Screws
Back of
Microwave Oven
2. Open the blower door by lifting it up at the back
of the microwave. Remove and save the blower
shield on the back of the microwave by sliding it
up. Remove and save the metal vent fan cover
on the back of the microwave by sliding it up.
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 B
End A
CAUTION: Do not touch blade of blower to prevent
cracking and breaking. Hold outer case when the
blower is removed and re-installed.
(On Some model)
4. Remove Parts “A” with tin snips or pliers.
Parts “A”
5. Rotate 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 rear of microwave oven.
7. Close the blower door. Slide blower shield onto
the top of the blower door opening. Secure the
blower to the microwave oven using the blower
retaining screws from Step 1 except the upper
blower motor retaining screw.
Blower
Retaining Screw
Blower
Shield
Blower
Retaining Screw
Back of
Microwave Oven
8. Slide the exhaust adaptor onto the back of
the microwave oven, securing it into 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. Reinstall the
upper blower motor screw through the adaptor
and the blower door and into the back of the
microwave oven.
Back of
Microwave Oven
Guide
Guide
Adaptor
Locking Tabs
(not shown)
Blower Motor Door
Retaining Screw
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3. INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
A. Prepare Rear Wall (only horizontal duct)
B. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
C. Prepare Top Cabinet
D. Mount the Microwave Oven
E. Connecting Ductwork (only vertical duct)
A. PREPARING THE REAR
WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK
EXHAUST
You need to cut an opening in the rear wall for
outside exhaust.
C
• Read the instructions on the REAR WALL
TEMPLATE.
• Tape it to the rear wall.
• Cut the opening, following the instructions of the
REAR WALL TEMPLATE.
CAUTION: Do not cut an opening on the real wall, in
case of vertical duct and non-vented ductless.
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
reattach the toggle wings to ¾˝ onto each bolt.
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B.
ATTACH THE MOUNTING
PLATE TO THE WALL (CONT.)
To use toggle bolts:
Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness
Mounting
Plate
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 toggle bolts and wood
screw, make sure to coincide bottom line of the
Mounting plate with Horizontal line of “Rear wall
Template” and then the Mounting plate is properly
centered under the cabinet.
CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching 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.
C.
USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE
Toggle Wings
Toggle
Bolt
Wall
Bolt End
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.
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 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: 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 when filler blocks
are not used is not covered under warranty.
NOTE: When mounting the microwave 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.
1. Lift microwave, tilt it
forward, and hook slots
at back bottom edge
onto four lower tabs of
mounting plate.
2. Rotate front of oven
up against cabinet
bottom.
3. Insert a self-aligning screw through top center
cabinet hole. Temporarily secure the oven by
• 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.
turning the screw at least two full turns after
the threads have engaged. (It will be completely
tightened later.) Be sure to keep power cord
tight. Be careful not to pinch the cord,
especially when mounting flush to bottom
of cabinet.
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D. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE
OVEN (CONT.)
Cabinet Front
Cabinet Bottom Shelf
Microwave Oven Top
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.
Filler Block
Equivalent
to Depth of
Cabinet Recess
Self-Aligning Screw
E. CONNECTING DUCTWORK
FOR OUTSIDE TOP
EXHAUST
House Duct
1. Extend the house duct down to connect to the
exhaust adaptor.
2. Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape.
6. Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual
packed with the microwave.
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Before You Use Your Microwave
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 turntable and ring in cavity.
4. Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on.
6. Read the Owner’s Manual.
7. Keep installation instructions for the local
inspector’s use.
5. Plug power cord into a dedicated 15 amp
electrical outlet.
Insure proper
ground exists
before use
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