Use and Care Manual
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...working properly, or if it must be grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment. • Do not operate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. • This over-the-range oven was designed for ...use over electric and gas ranges. See Grounding Instructions section on page 9. • Do not mount this appliance over a sink. • Install or locate this appliance if it has...
...working properly, or if it must be grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment. • Do not operate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. • This over-the-range oven was designed for ...use over electric and gas ranges. See Grounding Instructions section on page 9. • Do not mount this appliance over a sink. • Install or locate this appliance if it has...
Installation Instructions
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... failure due to Consumer - Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer - Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions?
... failure due to Consumer - Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer - Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions?
Installation Instructions
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Installation Instructions CONTENTS General information Important Safety Instructions 3 Electrical Requirements 3 Hood Exhaust 4, 5 Damage - Shipment/Installation 6 Parts Included 6 Tools You Will Need 7 Mounting Space 7 C Recirculating 19-22 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 19 Preparation of Top Cabinet 19 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing... Finding the Wall Studs 8 Determining Wall Plate Location 9 Aligning the Wall Plate 10 Installation Types 11-22 A Outside Top Exhaust 12-14 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 12 ...
Installation Instructions CONTENTS General information Important Safety Instructions 3 Electrical Requirements 3 Hood Exhaust 4, 5 Damage - Shipment/Installation 6 Parts Included 6 Tools You Will Need 7 Mounting Space 7 C Recirculating 19-22 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 19 Preparation of Top Cabinet 19 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing... Finding the Wall Studs 8 Determining Wall Plate Location 9 Aligning the Wall Plate 10 Installation Types 11-22 A Outside Top Exhaust 12-14 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 12 ...
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...58 kilowatts. WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. This product must be replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified electrician and conform to the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code. WARNING: Risk of the ... The outlet box and supply circuit should be installed in the cabinet above the microwave oven. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A qualified electrician must perform a ground continuity check on the wall receptacle before beginning the installation to ensure that the outlet box is equipped ...
...58 kilowatts. WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. This product must be replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified electrician and conform to the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code. WARNING: Risk of the ... The outlet box and supply circuit should be installed in the cabinet above the microwave oven. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A qualified electrician must perform a ground continuity check on the wall receptacle before beginning the installation to ensure that the outlet box is equipped ...
Installation Instructions
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...Elbow 10 Ft. x (2) = 20 Ft. NOTE: For back exhaust, care should be taken to align exhaust with any vent hood. Installation Instructions HOOD EXHAUST NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed to page 6.... (1) = 40 Ft. 3 Ft. Straight Duct (6″ Round) 12 Ft. x (1) = 12 Ft. Equivalent lengths of one possible ductwork installation. DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT LENGTH* x USED = LENGTH Wall Cap 40 Ft. Rectangular-to accommodate exhaust. 4 Total Length = 63 Ft. OUTSIDE...
...Elbow 10 Ft. x (2) = 20 Ft. NOTE: For back exhaust, care should be taken to align exhaust with any vent hood. Installation Instructions HOOD EXHAUST NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed to page 6.... (1) = 40 Ft. 3 Ft. Straight Duct (6″ Round) 12 Ft. x (1) = 12 Ft. Equivalent lengths of one possible ductwork installation. DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT LENGTH* x USED = LENGTH Wall Cap 40 Ft. Rectangular-to accommodate exhaust. 4 Total Length = 63 Ft. OUTSIDE...
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...⁄4″ x 10″ Rectangular * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is used . Transition Adaptor* Wall Cap 40 Ft. Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to calculate total equivalent ductwork length using the approximate feet of equivalent length of some typical ducts. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD... It is required, a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor must be used , the bottom corners of the damper will have to be installed using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the damper. 5 Total Ductwork = Ft. Also, make sure dampers ...
...⁄4″ x 10″ Rectangular * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is used . Transition Adaptor* Wall Cap 40 Ft. Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to calculate total equivalent ductwork length using the approximate feet of equivalent length of some typical ducts. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD... It is required, a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor must be used , the bottom corners of the damper will have to be installed using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the damper. 5 Total Ductwork = Ft. Also, make sure dampers ...
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.... ADDITIONAL PARTS PART Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 1 Packed Grease Filter 6 SHIPMENT/ INSTALLATION • 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. Check to the store in which it was bought for metal... is the responsibility of the customer. • If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the unit to make sure you have all these parts. Installation Instructions DAMAGE -
.... ADDITIONAL PARTS PART Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 1 Packed Grease Filter 6 SHIPMENT/ INSTALLATION • 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. Check to the store in which it was bought for metal... is the responsibility of the customer. • If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the unit to make sure you have all these parts. Installation Instructions DAMAGE -
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Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and ...top venting grilles: Do not allow cabinetry or other objects to fill in the gap between the cabinets is for installation over ranges up to 36″ wide. • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to..., see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be careful to follow the instructions on recessed bottom cabinet installations only) Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Stud finder or Hammer ...
Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and ...top venting grilles: Do not allow cabinetry or other objects to fill in the gap between the cabinets is for installation over ranges up to 36″ wide. • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to..., see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be careful to follow the instructions on recessed bottom cabinet installations only) Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Stud finder or Hammer ...
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...be 16″ or 24″ from the mounting plate. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. Stud finder - OR B. THE MICROWAVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO AT LEAST ONE WALL STUD.... 5 Remove the 2 screws from this mark. 3 Draw a line down the center of the following methods: A. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. This plate will indicate a stud location. 2 After locating the stud(s), find the center by probing the wall ...
...be 16″ or 24″ from the mounting plate. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. Stud finder - OR B. THE MICROWAVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO AT LEAST ONE WALL STUD.... 5 Remove the 2 screws from this mark. 3 Draw a line down the center of the following methods: A. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. This plate will indicate a stud location. 2 After locating the stud(s), find the center by probing the wall ...
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... plate down the same distance as the inside depth of the front overhang. 3 For this type of installation with front overhang only, align the mounting tabs with the microwave installation. This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw...Cooktop Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with Tabs Below Cabinet Bottom the Same Distance as described in Step D. 9 Installation Instructions C. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Back Frame At least 30&#...
... plate down the same distance as the inside depth of the front overhang. 3 For this type of installation with front overhang only, align the mounting tabs with the microwave installation. This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw...Cooktop Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with Tabs Below Cabinet Bottom the Same Distance as described in Step D. 9 Installation Instructions C. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Back Frame At least 30&#...
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... toggle bolts. Four holes must be used for wood screws. Take care to avoid cutting fingers on sharp edges. 1 Draw a vertical line on the circles. Installation Instructions D. WARNING: Risk of Top Cabinet Hole B Area E CAUTION: Wear gloves to not drill into electrical wiring inside area E. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Hole C Centerline...
... toggle bolts. Four holes must be used for wood screws. Take care to avoid cutting fingers on sharp edges. 1 Draw a vertical line on the circles. Installation Instructions D. WARNING: Risk of Top Cabinet Hole B Area E CAUTION: Wear gloves to not drill into electrical wiring inside area E. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Hole C Centerline...
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... required for the nonvented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.) Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven...
... required for the nonvented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.) Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven...
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... Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Connect Ductwork A1. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Mount Microwave Oven A5. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs...
... Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Connect Ductwork A1. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Mount Microwave Oven A5. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs...
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Installation Instructions A2. A3. NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet ... drilling holes in bottom of oven up . • Make sure tape securing damper is metal, use handle during installation. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. A4. Be careful not to...make adjustments to bottom of the cord. Keep it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. ...
Installation Instructions A2. A3. NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet ... drilling holes in bottom of oven up . • Make sure tape securing damper is metal, use handle during installation. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. A4. Be careful not to...make adjustments to bottom of the cord. Keep it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. ...
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... ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the top cabinet. 5 Insert 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. Installation Instructions A4. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top...
... ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the top cabinet. 5 Insert 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. Installation Instructions A4. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top...
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...the mounting plate through the holes designated to go into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt. • Read the instructions on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it to cut an opening in the rear wall for holes A and B in the wall plate. ...REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 15 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL Attach the plate to Wall B3. Prepare Rear Wall B2. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need to the rear wall, lining up with the holes ...
...the mounting plate through the holes designated to go into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt. • Read the instructions on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it to cut an opening in the rear wall for holes A and B in the wall plate. ...REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 15 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL Attach the plate to Wall B3. Prepare Rear Wall B2. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need to the rear wall, lining up with the holes ...
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...save the screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up End B End A • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it up at the back of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. CAUTION:.... Blower Retaining Screw 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to mount the plate. Installation Instructions To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the microwave oven. ADAPTING MICROWAVE...
...save the screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up End B End A • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it up at the back of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. CAUTION:.... Blower Retaining Screw 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to mount the plate. Installation Instructions To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the microwave oven. ADAPTING MICROWAVE...
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... from Step 2. NOTE: The blower unit exhaust openings should match exhaust openings on other side of the microwave oven, securing it is installed so that it into the opening. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of Microwave Oven Back of Microwave Oven Blower Retaining...microwave oven. 8 Secure the blower to ensure that the damper hinge is at the top and that fan blade openings are not pinched. Installation Instructions B4. Make sure the wires are facing out the back of Microwave Oven Guide Adaptor Locking Tabs (not shown) Guide Blower Motor Door ...
... from Step 2. NOTE: The blower unit exhaust openings should match exhaust openings on other side of the microwave oven, securing it is installed so that it into the opening. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of Microwave Oven Back of Microwave Oven Blower Retaining...microwave oven. 8 Secure the blower to ensure that the damper hinge is at the top and that fan blade openings are not pinched. Installation Instructions B4. Make sure the wires are facing out the back of Microwave Oven Guide Adaptor Locking Tabs (not shown) Guide Blower Motor Door ...
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Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting plate. Installation Instructions B5. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of Cabinet Recess Self-... wall and the top cabinet.) 2 Rotate front of oven up against cabinet bottom. 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through hole in bottom of cabinet. 8 Install grease filter. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave....
Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting plate. Installation Instructions B5. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of Cabinet Recess Self-... wall and the top cabinet.) 2 Rotate front of oven up against cabinet bottom. 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through hole in bottom of cabinet. 8 Install grease filter. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave....
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...to help tighten the bolts. Mount the Microwave Oven C5. C2. Install Charcoal Filter C1. Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through . • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top.... CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the wall to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt. Adapt Blower C4. Installation Instructions C RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. CAUTION:...
...to help tighten the bolts. Mount the Microwave Oven C5. C2. Install Charcoal Filter C1. Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through . • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top.... CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the wall to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt. Adapt Blower C4. Installation Instructions C RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. CAUTION:...
