Over the Ra Microwave Oven Installation Instructions I I Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit ou_Websiteat: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely - Savethese • IMPORTANT instrtlctions for local • IMPORTANT governing • Note codes and to Installer instructions with tile and carefully. inspector's use. - Obse_eall ordinances.
Installation Instructions ] CONTENTS General information Important Safety Recirculating Atlach ........................................ Mounting Preparation Ins_uctions .................................. Hood Requirements Exhaust Damage Parts Included Tools Placement ................................................
Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. Tile installer lnust perform a ground cominuily check oil the power oullet box before beginning the installation to insure that the outlet box is properly grounded. If not properly grounded, or if tile oudet box does not meet eleclrical requiremenls noled (under ELECTRI(LAL REQUIREMENTS), a qualified electrician should be eInployed m correct any deficiencies.
Installation Instructions 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 6. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The followlng chart describes an example of one possible duclwork installation. EQUIVALENT LENGTH x NUMBER USED 12 Ft.Straight Duct RoofCap (6" Round) 12 24 Ft. Ft. xx (1) (1) 12 24 Ft. Ft. TransitionAdaptor* Rectangular-to-Round 5 Ft. x (1) 5 Ft.
Installation Instructions Maximum NOTE: lfyou ueed to inslall ducts, uole that the total duct length of 3¼" x 10" rectaugular or 6" diameter round duct should not exceed 140 equivalent feet. Oulside vemilation Read the followiug requires carefully. a HOOD EXHAUST DUC'E Elbows, transitions, etc., present additional NOTE: It is imporlant lhat venting be inslalled using the most direct route and with as few elbows as possible. This ensures clear veuling of exhaust aud helps prevent blockages.
Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED DAMAGE - SHIPMENT/ INSTALLATION HARDWARE • If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the unit m file store in which it was bought for repair or replacement. PACKET PART QUANTITY • If the unit is damaged by the customer, repair or replacement is lhe responsibilily of lhe customer. • If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other than d_e cuslomer), repair or replacement must be made by arrangement between cns/omer and installer.
Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Ruleror tape measureand PenciI # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Tin snips(for cutting damper,if required) _t edge Scissors (to cut template, if necessary) Electric drill with 3AZ', V2" and %" ddll bits Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces, if needed cabinet installations only) for topon cabinet spacing (used recessed bottom Gloves Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Stud finder Safety goggles MOUNTING e[ Hammer (optional) I Level Duct and masking tape
Installation PLACEMENT [-_ [] Instructions OF THE MOUNTING REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE I-_ PLATE FINDING THE WALL STUDS Remove the inslMlafion instructions, filters, glass tray and tile small hardware bag. Do not remove the S|yrofimm prolecting the front of tile oven. []Fold hack all 4 carton flaps fiflly against carton sides. Then carefhlly roll tile oven and carlon over onto the lop side. Tile oven should be resting in the Slyrofbam.
Installation [_ DETERMINING Plate position cabinet / WALL PLATE LOCATION - beneath ..o.._ .... jj ' ............................ Instructions flat bottom ".. "../ ' UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position - beneath cabinet bottom framed recessed MountiiNP,ateTabs TuuchhNthe CabinetBottom Mounting Hate Tabs Touchingthe Sack Frame III 30" to Cuoktop At }east30".
Installation [] ALIGNING Instructions THE WALL PLATE oOo oOoOoOoO iOoOoOoOo OoO, OoOoOoOo I o \\ Area E Hole D CAUTION: Wear gloves to avoid cutting fingers on sharp edges. []Draw a vertical line oil |he wall at tile cenler 30" wide space. [] [] Use lhe Inounfing plate as the template for tile rear wall. Place the mounting plale on tile wall, Inaking sore that tile tabs are touching the bottom of the cabinet or the level llne drawn in Step C for cabinets with front overlmng.
Installation INSTALLATION TYPES This Inicrowave oven is designed for adaptation the following three types of ventilation: A. Outside Top Exhaust B. Outside Back Exhaust C. Recirculatlng [-_ (Vertical (Choose A, B or C) to NOTE: This microwave is shipped asseInbled for Oulside "Ibp Exhmlst (except for non-vented models). Select the type of ventilation required for your installation and proceed to that seclion.
Installation Instructions OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST INSTALLATION A1. A2. A3. A4. (Vertical Duct) OVERVIEW Atlach Moundng Plate to Wall Prepare "Ibp Cabinet Check Damper Operation Mount Microwave Oven AS. Adiost Exhaust Adaptor A6.
Installation Instructions USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET I-_ MOUNT OVEN THE MICROWAVE You need to drill holes ff_r the top support screws, a hole large enough for ltle power cord to fil lhrough, and a cutout large enough for the exhaust adaptor. FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFE'IN, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation.
Installation Instructions MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR CabinetFront Open tu "_A the top cabinet conIleCt tu the and adiust huuse tile exhaust adaptor duct. CabinetBottomShetf _"_LIL / FillerBlock mill | BiowerRate \ [l'i / Ill.Ill[ Backof Microwave Damper \ to Depth I!'_,,,IlHIIF!Ilil_ o,Cobinet _\_, "_ __t_Rooess Microwave OvenTop [_ Attach the microwave [] uven Side-to-Side Adjustment, Slide the Exhaust Adapter as Needed to tile top cabinet.
Installation Instructions OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST INSTALLATION B1. B2. B3. B4. B5. B6. [_ (Horizontal Duct) OVERVIEW Prepare Rear Wall Remove Exhaust Adaptor Atlach Mmmting Pla/e m Wall Prepare "Ibp Cabinet Adjust Blower Mount tile Microwave Oven PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need to cut an opening outside exhaust. [-_ REMOVE EXHAUST ADAPTOR This Inicrowave oven is shipped assembled for top exhausl.
Installation I-_ Instructions I-_ ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET You need to drill holes for file top support screws mid a hole large enough ff_r the power cord to fit through. Atlach the plale lo lbe wall using toggle bolls. At leaet one wood screw IIlUSt be used to attach tile plate []Remove to a wall slud. llle toggle wings fYoIn tile bolts.
Installation Instructions [] ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (cont.) _] Rolate blower unit counterclockwise Before Rotation Place tile blower unit back into the opening. 180 °. After Rotation End CAUTION: unit wiring. pinched. NOTE: Microwave Microwave reIllove []Gently tile wires fi'oIll lhe grooves. Reroute the wires through grooves on other of die blower unit.
Installation Instructions CabinetFront MOUNT OVEN THE MICROWAVE Filler Block --Equivalent _//abinet,.. -----_°tt°m I _Qi_! FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAI" TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. IMPORTANT: Do not during installation. grip or use If filler not used, case overtightening NOTE: When IUi(Towave damage screws. handle Attach tile microwave [] by pulling blocks Insert 2 self:aligning screws dlrough ouler top cabinet holes.
Installation RECIRCULATING INSTALLATION C1. C2. C3. CA. C5. C6. Attach Prepare Check Adjust Mount Install I-_ Instructions (Non-Vented Ductless) OVERVIEW Mounting Plale to Wall Top Cabinet Microwave Assembly Blower lbe Microwave Oven Charcoal Filter _ ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL Place the mounting plate against the wall and insert lbe loggle wings imo the holes ill the wall to mount lbe plale.
Installation Instructions CHECK MICROWAVE ASSEMBLY _, Careflfllypull out the blower unit. The wires, will extend fbr enough to allow you to ad}ust the blower uIfit. [] Roll tile blower unit 90 ° so ltlat fan blade opeIfings are fhcing toward the front of the Inicrowave. Exhausl Adaptor (absent on models shipped fior recirculation • Place top exhaust) tile microwave of the • The unit microwave top exhaust exhaust • lfthe \ in ils upright fbcing tip.
Installation [-_ [] Instructions When moonfing the II(licrowave oveIl_ thread power cord through hole in botloIn of top cabinet. Keep it fight throughout Slaps 1-3. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by pulling cord. NOTE: ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION (cont.) Place tile blower/lni! CAUTION: wiring. Do Make back not sure pull into the or stretch the wires are opening. the blower not unit pinched.
Installation [_ Instructions MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) [] INSTALLING THE CHARCOAL FILTER lnserl 2 self:aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. "I_lrn lwo full turns on each screw. [] On 1400 on front On 1800 fl'ont of [] Open [] ReInove and 1600 Series models, remove screws of grille using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Series models, reInove screws on top grille using a #2 Phillips screwdriver. the door. tile grille.
Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE [-17] Make s/ire tile microwave oven has installed according to instructions. [] I Remove packing microwave all ()veil. I [_] Install turntable [_] Replace house material and ring fllse or ffmn been tile I in cax41y. turn breaker back oil. IIII/Ill//11 7d N Plug power cord into a dedicated electrical outlet. la- to 20-amp r. _f ground exists/ Ensure proper before use /(_ 23 [_] Read the Owner's Manual.
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