Installation Instructions
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or quick reference, please record the following:
Model Number
Serial Number
Model/Serial plate located on the oven behind the door.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Phone No.
Under-the-Cabinet
Microwave Oven
Part No. 8204864/3828W5U0311
Quick Reference
Table of Contents:
Pages
Before you start
Product dimensions
Location
Electrical requirements
Installation steps
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Instructions for future reference.
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local electrical inspector’s use.
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Product dimensions
11 "
18"
12-3/8"
Before you start... Tools recommended
for installation:
Parts included for
Installation:
You need to:
✓ observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
✓ install microwave oven as specified in
these instructions or as specified on
upper cabinet template.
✓ have everything you need to properly
install microwave oven.
✓ check the microwave oven for damage.
If any damage is evident, do not
operate the microwave oven until it is
checked by an authorized service
technician.
✓ place a portion of carton or other
heavy material between the microwave
oven and the floor or countertop. Do
not use a plastic cover.
✓ remove shipping materials and parts
from inside the microwave oven.
Locate templates and set them aside to
be used later.
✓ make sure the microwave oven will be
mounted against and supported by
upper cabinet or other horizontal
structure.
✓ support for an additional weight of
90 lbs (41 kg), which includes
microwave oven and items placed in
the oven.
Assemble the required tools and parts
before starting installation. Read and
follow the instructions provided with any
tools listed here.
• Phillips screwdriver
• electric drill
• 1/2” drill bit
• 1/2” wood bit or metal hole cutter
(if metal cabinet is used)
• protective covering, such as a blanket
for microwave and countertop (you may
also use carton for protection)
• scissors
• pencil
• measuring tape
• masking tape or similar
• center punch
• hammer
the installation hardware items are in
a small bag packed below the oven.
• 4 – 1-3/8" mounting screws
• 4 – 2-3/8" mounting screws
• 2 – mounting holders
• 8 – 1/4" spacers
• template
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Location
NOTE:This microwave oven is intended
for installation over a countertop. Do not
install this microwave oven above any
heat source such as a range or cooktop.
Check the cabinet:
The cabinet must be a minimum of 12"
(30.5 cm) deep. The bottom shelf of your
cabinet must be at least 3/16" (4.8 mm)
thick and strong enough to support an
additional weight of 90 lbs (41 kg).
NOTE:This weight is in addition to the
normal contents of the cabinet, as well
as any other objects hung from the
bottom of the cabinet.
To provide for adequate ventilation, do
not install the microwave closer than
2-9/16" (6.5 cm) to a side wall.
Your safety and the safety of
others are very important.
We have provided many important safety
messages in this manual and on your
appliance.Always read and obey all
safety messages.
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 either the word
“DANGER”or “WARNING.”These
words mean:
DANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow
instructions.
immediately
WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the
potential hazard is, tell you how to
reduce the chance of injury,and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are
not followed.