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.
Installation Instructions CONTENTS General information C Important Safety Instructions .....................3 Outside Back Exhaust................................... 14 Adapting Microwave Blower for Outside Back Exhaust ........................ 14 Electrical Requirements ..............................3 Hood Exhaust ...........................................4, 5 Installation ............................................ 15-17 Damage – Shipment/Installation .................6 Parts Included............
Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS You should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded. 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.
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 11. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT LENGTH x NUMBER USED = EQUIVALENT LENGTH 24 Ft. x (1) = 24 Ft. 12 Ft. Straight Duct (6" 12 Ft. Round) x (1) = 12 Ft. Rectangular-to-Round 5 Ft.
Installation Instructions Maximum duct length: NOTE: If you need to install ducts, note that the total duct length of 3¼" 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.
Installation Instructions DAMAGE – SHIPMENT/ INSTALLATION PARTS INCLUDED • 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.
Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Pencil # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Tin snips (for cutting damper, if required) Scissors (to cut template, if necessary) Gloves Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Safety goggles Electric drill with 3/16", ½" and 5/8" drill bits 16-½ " 30" 2" 30"min.
Installation Instructions 1.PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE B. FINDING THE WALL STUDS 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. Wall Studs Center 2. Fold back all 4 carton flaps fully against carton sides. Then carefully roll the oven and carton over onto the top side.
Installation Instructions C. DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position – beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Plate position – beneath flat bottom cabinet 16-1/2² CL 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. CL 33 to Cooktop Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30 space.
Installation Instructions D. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Draw a Vertical Line on Wall from Center of Top Cabinet Centerline notches CL Horizontal Line Area E Hole C Hole B Horizontal Line Draw a Horizontal line on wall from bottom of “Rear Wall Template”. CAUTION: Wear gloves to avoid cutting fingers on sharp edges. 1. Draw a Vertical line on the wall at the center of the NOTE: Holes A, B and C are inside area E.
Installation Instructions 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) 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.
Installation Instructions A. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT) A1. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR NOTE: The house duct is needed to connect to the exhaust adaptor after installation completion. EXHAUST ADAPTOR AND PROPER DAMPER OPERATION CHECK House Duct Exhaust Adaptor and Damper is shipped assembled to the filler-upper. 1. Slide exhaust adaptor following the instructions show in diagram. 2. Make sure tape securing damper is removed and damper pivots easoly before mounting microwave.
Installation Instructions B. RECIRCULATING (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS) B1. ADAPTING MICROWAVE 5. Place the blower unit back into the opening. BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION 2. Lift up the blower plate. 1. Remove and save screw CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched. Back of Microwave that holds blower plate to microwave. 6. Secure blower unit to microwave with the screw. • NOTE: The exhaust adaptor with damper is not needed for recirculating models.
Installation Instructions C. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT) C1. ADAPTING MICROWAVE 5. Place the blower unit back into the opening. BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Back End A 1. Remove and save screw that holds blower Plate to microwave. Screw End B 2. Lift up the Blower Plate. Blower Motor Back of Microwave CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched.
Installation Instructions 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 B.ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL You need to cut an opening in the rear wall for outside exhaust. Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts.
Installation Instructions B.ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL (cont.) D.MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN To use toggle bolts: Spacing for Toggles More Than Wall Thickness Mounting Plate Toggle Wings Toggle Bolt Wall 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.
Installation Instructions D. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN E. CONNECTING DUCTWORK FOR OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (cont.) Cabinet Front House Duct Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4. Attach the microwave oven to the top cabinet. 5. Insert the 2 self-aligning screws 1. Extend the house duct down to connect to the through the cabinet bottom shelf and filler block into the outer top cabinet of the unit.
Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE 1. Make sure the microwave oven has been 6. Read the Owner’s Manual. installed according to instructions. 7. KEEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR 2. Remove all packing material from the microwave THE LOCAL INSPECTOR’S USE. oven. 3. Install turntable and ring in cavity. 4. Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on. 5. Plug power cord into a dedicated 15 amp electrical outlet.
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