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.
Contents General information Im Step-by-step installation guide Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . 3 1. Placement of the mounting plate . . . . 8 Electrical requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A. Removing the microwave oven from the carton/Removing the mounting plate . . 8 Hood exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 B. Finding the wall studs . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Damage - Shipment/Installation . . . . . . 6 C.
8 8 8 9 0 1 2 2 2 General information 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.
General information 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. N d ro O R OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart contains an example of one possible ductwork installation. DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT LENGTH x NUMBER USED = EQUIVALENT LENGTH Roof Cap 24 ft. x (1) = 24 ft. N th p he sw E T st 12 Ft. Straight Duct (6˝ Round) 12 ft. x (1) = 12 ft.
General information 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. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT. Read the following carefully. Elbows, transitions, wall and roof caps, etc., present additional resistance to airflow NOTE: It is important that venting be installed using the most direct route and with as few elbows as possible.
General information Damage - Shipment/Installation Tools you will need • 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.
General information Tools you will need # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional) Tin snips (for cutting damper, if required) Scissors (to cut template, if necessary) 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) Gloves Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Stud finder or Hammer (optional) Safety goggles Level Duct
Step-by-step installation guide 1. Placement of the mounting plate A. Removing the microwave oven from the carton/Removing the mounting plate C B. Finding the wall studs P Wall WallStuds Studs 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. Center Center 2. Fold back all 4 carton flaps fully against carton sides. Then carefully roll the oven and carton over onto the top side.
s Step-by-step installation guide C. Determining wall plate location under your cabinet Plate position – beneath flat bottom cabinet. Plate position – beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom. 16 ½˝ 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 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.
Step-by-step installation guide 2. D. Aligning the wall plate T th A Hole HoleAA Centerline Centerline notches notches Draw Horizontal Draw a Vertical Lineline on on Wall Center the wall from along the bottom of Top Cabinet of “Rear Wall Template”. CL Horizontal HorizontalLine Line Area E Area Line Hole B Horizontal Horizontal Line Draw aaHorizontal lineline on wall from from bottom of “Rear Draw Horizontal on wall Wall Template”. bottom of “Rear Wall Template”.
Step-by-step installation guide 2. Ventilation types (choose a, b or c) 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. This microwave oven is compatible with the following three types of ventilation: A. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) C.
Step-by-step installation guide A. Outside top exhaust (vertical duct) NOTE: You must attach the house duct to the exhaust adaptor after installation is complete. 3. House Duct House Duct A1. Installation procedure for THE exhaust adaptor and proper damper operation check C bl of pl The exhaust Adaptor and Damper are shipped assembled and attached to the filler-upper. B. Recirculating (non-vented ductless) 1. Slide the exhaust adaptor as shown in the diagram above. 2.
vented Step-by-step installation guide 3. 5. 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. 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. blower mortor screw CAUTION: To avoid breaking or cracking the blower blade, do not touch the blade.
Step-by-step installation guide 3. C. Outside back exhaust (horizontal duct) C1. Adapting the microwave blower for outside back exhaust 5. Rotate the blower unit counterclockwise 180 °. Before Rotation After Rotation 2. A B C 1. Remove and save the screws that hold the Blower Plate to the microwave. Screw IN D E. Lift up the Blower plate. Back of Microwave Back of Microwave Blower Motor 6. Place the blower unit back into the opening.
Step-by-step installation guide 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 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.
Step-by-step installation guide D. Mount the microwave oven To use toggle bolts: Spacing forToggles Toggles More Spacing for More Than Wall Thickness Thickness Than Wall Mounting Mounting Plate Plate Toggle Wings Toggle Wings Toggle Toggle Bolt Bolt Wall Wall 3. Bolt End Bolt FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. Place the mounting plate against the wall and insert the toggle wings into the holes in the wall to mount the plate.
d Step-by-step installation guide 6. 1. 2. 3. s Lift the microwave, tilt it forward, and hook the slots at the back bottom edge onto the four lower tabs of the mounting plate. 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. Rotate the front of the oven up against the cabinet bottom. E.
Before You Use Your Microwave 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. 5. Plug the power cord into a dedicated 15 amp electrical outlet. 6. Read the Owner’s Manual. 7. Keep installation instructions for the local inspector’s use.
Note 19 SMH1927_XAA_DE68-04108A-01_EN_120725.
Code No.: DE68-04108A-01 SMH1927_XAA_DE68-04108A-01_EN_120725.
