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Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? LA SECCIÛN EN ESPAÒOL EMPIEZA EN LA P·GINA 25. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 49-40765 03-16 GE Save these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to leave these instructions for future reference. • ... • Product failure due to Installer - Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT ...
Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? LA SECCIÛN EN ESPAÒOL EMPIEZA EN LA P·GINA 25. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 49-40765 03-16 GE Save these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to leave these instructions for future reference. • ... • Product failure due to Installer - Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT ...
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... of Top Cabinet 13 Check Blower Motor Orientation 13 Adapting Blower for Outside Ventilation 13, 14 Check for Proper Damper Operation 14 Mount the Microwave Oven 14, 15 Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor 15 Connecting Ductwork 15 B Outside Back Exhaust 16-19 Preparing Rear Wall for Outside Back Exhaust... 16 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 16 17 Preparation of Top Cabinet 17 Adapting Microwave Blower for Outside Back Exhaust 17, 18 Mount the Microwave Oven 19 C Recirculating 20-23 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 20 Preparation of Top Cabinet 20 Check Blower ...
... of Top Cabinet 13 Check Blower Motor Orientation 13 Adapting Blower for Outside Ventilation 13, 14 Check for Proper Damper Operation 14 Mount the Microwave Oven 14, 15 Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor 15 Connecting Ductwork 15 B Outside Back Exhaust 16-19 Preparing Rear Wall for Outside Back Exhaust... 16 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 16 17 Preparation of Top Cabinet 17 Adapting Microwave Blower for Outside Back Exhaust 17, 18 Mount the Microwave Oven 19 C Recirculating 20-23 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 20 Preparation of Top Cabinet 20 Check Blower ...
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... use The power cord of supporting the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. WARNING Risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to install this microwave oven. Can cause injury or death: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED to a...or moderate injury. CAUTION For personal safety, this appliance. Ensure proper ground exists before beginning installation to minimize the possibility of the microwave oven) or property damage, you and others. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 15 amps...
... use The power cord of supporting the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. WARNING Risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to install this microwave oven. Can cause injury or death: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED to a...or moderate injury. CAUTION For personal safety, this appliance. Ensure proper ground exists before beginning installation to minimize the possibility of the microwave oven) or property damage, you and others. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 15 amps...
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... must be 30s wide and free of Cabinet Needs to be 30s or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of obstructions. • If the space between the microwave oven and the cabinets. Your Owner's Manual contains the kit number for your model. • This...is for installation over ranges up to 36s wide. • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the outside, see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be used on the top cabinet template for power cord clearance. ...
... must be 30s wide and free of Cabinet Needs to be 30s or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of obstructions. • If the space between the microwave oven and the cabinets. Your Owner's Manual contains the kit number for your model. • This...is for installation over ranges up to 36s wide. • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the outside, see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be used on the top cabinet template for power cord clearance. ...
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FINDING THE WALL STUDS Wall Studs Center Carton foam 3 Pull the carton up and off the oven. 4 Remove and properly discard plastic bags. 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 studs. ...nail to find the edges of any adjacent studs should be 16s or 24s from the mounting plate. You may discard these screws. 8 REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. Then carefully roll ...
FINDING THE WALL STUDS Wall Studs Center Carton foam 3 Pull the carton up and off the oven. 4 Remove and properly discard plastic bags. 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 studs. ...nail to find the edges of any adjacent studs should be 16s or 24s from the mounting plate. You may discard these screws. 8 REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. Then carefully roll ...
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... or side frame, install the mounting plate down the same distance as described in Step D. 30s to make it level. THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Back Frame At... a level to Cooktop 9 beneath flat bottom cabinet Plate position - DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position - This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw a horizontal line on the back wall an equal distance below the cabinet ...
... or side frame, install the mounting plate down the same distance as described in Step D. 30s to make it level. THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Back Frame At... a level to Cooktop 9 beneath flat bottom cabinet Plate position - DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position - This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw a horizontal line on the back wall an equal distance below the cabinet ...
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... death. For holes that the tabs are inside walls or cabinets. 4 Drill holes on sharp edges. NOTE: Holes C and D are touching the bottom of the microwave. If neither C nor D is in a stud, find a stud somewhere in Step C for wood screws. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Hole C Centerline Notches Draw a Vertical Line...
... death. For holes that the tabs are inside walls or cabinets. 4 Drill holes on sharp edges. NOTE: Holes C and D are touching the bottom of the microwave. If neither C nor D is in a stud, find a stud somewhere in Step C for wood screws. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Hole C Centerline Notches Draw a Vertical Line...
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Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Select the type of ventilation: A. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is required for the non-vented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to that section. A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT) Adaptor ... for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.)
Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Select the type of ventilation: A. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is required for the non-vented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to that section. A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT) Adaptor ... for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.)
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... the wall to mount the plate. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Check Damper Operation A6. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Mount Microwave Oven A7. CAUTION Be careful to Wall A2. Attach Mounting Plate to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when pushed flush against...
... the wall to mount the plate. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Check Damper Operation A6. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Mount Microwave Oven A7. CAUTION Be careful to Wall A2. Attach Mounting Plate to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when pushed flush against...
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...cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the top of the motor frame. 13 Otherwise, continue to Step A4 to the microwave oven. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward A4. AFTER: Fan Blade Roll Openings Facing Up NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the... the metal blower shield to adjust the blower unit. Installation Instructions A2. CAUTION Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the grooves of the microwave by sliding it right. 6 5ROOWKHEORZHUXQLWÛVRWKDWWKHIDQEODGH openings are facing the top. CHECK BLOWER MOTOR ORIENTATION...
...cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the top of the motor frame. 13 Otherwise, continue to Step A4 to the microwave oven. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward A4. AFTER: Fan Blade Roll Openings Facing Up NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the... the metal blower shield to adjust the blower unit. Installation Instructions A2. CAUTION Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the grooves of the microwave by sliding it right. 6 5ROOWKHEORZHUXQLWÛVRWKDWWKHIDQEODGH openings are facing the top. CHECK BLOWER MOTOR ORIENTATION...
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...house exhaust duct after the threads have engaged. (It will need to make adjustments to bottom of the cord. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through top center cabinet hole. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Damper A6. Keep it forward, and hook slots at ...in its upright position, with your cabinet is metal, use handle during installation. Blower Plate Exhaust Adaptor Retaining Hooks Back of Microwave Oven • Place the microwave in bottom of mounting plate. A5. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge ...
...house exhaust duct after the threads have engaged. (It will need to make adjustments to bottom of the cord. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through top center cabinet hole. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Damper A6. Keep it forward, and hook slots at ...in its upright position, with your cabinet is metal, use handle during installation. Blower Plate Exhaust Adaptor Retaining Hooks Back of Microwave Oven • Place the microwave in bottom of mounting plate. A5. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge ...
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ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten... the outer two screws to the house duct. Damper Back of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to -Side Adjustment, Slide the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A8. Installation Instructions A6. See the Owner's Manual on ...
ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten... the outer two screws to the house duct. Damper Back of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to -Side Adjustment, Slide the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A8. Installation Instructions A6. See the Owner's Manual on ...
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Prepare Top Cabinet B4. Adjust Blower B5. Prepare Rear Wall B2. Mount the Microwave Oven B1. Recommended locations on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it to 3ø4s onto each bolt. 16 B2 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO ...
Prepare Top Cabinet B4. Adjust Blower B5. Prepare Rear Wall B2. Mount the Microwave Oven B1. Recommended locations on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it to 3ø4s onto each bolt. 16 B2 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO ...
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...save the metal vent fan cover on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. : CAUTION Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the wall to microwave oven. B3. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save the blower shield on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate ...and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Blower Retaining Screws Back of the microwave by sliding it up . 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up End B End A • Read the ...
...save the metal vent fan cover on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. : CAUTION Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the wall to microwave oven. B3. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save the blower shield on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate ...and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Blower Retaining Screws Back of the microwave by sliding it up . 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up End B End A • Read the ...
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...8 Place the blower unit back into the opening . Make sure the wires are facing out the back of the microwave. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of the microwave oven. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Take care to ensure that the damper hinge is...Right Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 6 Roll the blower unit 90° so that secure the knockouts to exhaust out the rear of microwave. Reinstall the upper blower motor screw through grooves on rear of the oven. Secure the blower to trim the sharp edges from the two ...
...8 Place the blower unit back into the opening . Make sure the wires are facing out the back of the microwave. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of the microwave oven. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Take care to ensure that the damper hinge is...Right Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 6 Roll the blower unit 90° so that secure the knockouts to exhaust out the rear of microwave. Reinstall the upper blower motor screw through grooves on rear of the oven. Secure the blower to trim the sharp edges from the two ...
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...against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 2 Rotate front of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in bottom of top cabinet. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to...nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to Depth of the cord. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through outer top cabinet holes. NOTE: We recommend using filler ...
...against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 2 Rotate front of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in bottom of top cabinet. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to...nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to Depth of the cord. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through outer top cabinet holes. NOTE: We recommend using filler ...
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Mount the Microwave Oven C6. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when ...
Mount the Microwave Oven C6. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when ...
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... is already facing the front of the motor frame. 5 Place the blower unit back into the opening should be facing the front of the microwave. Otherwise, continue to Step C4 to adjust the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower orientation.... NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the grooves of the microwave, skip to microwave oven. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up Roll AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. Make sure ...
... is already facing the front of the motor frame. 5 Place the blower unit back into the opening should be facing the front of the microwave. Otherwise, continue to Step C4 to adjust the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower orientation.... NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the grooves of the microwave, skip to microwave oven. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up Roll AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. Make sure ...
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... not used, case damage may occur from Step 1. NOTE: We recommend using the blower retaining screws from overtightening screws. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN 7 Close the blower door. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to the...lift oven by sliding it up against cabinet bottom. 22 NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in bottom of the microwave by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION (cont.) 6 Remove the metal vent fan cover on the ...
... not used, case damage may occur from Step 1. NOTE: We recommend using the blower retaining screws from overtightening screws. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN 7 Close the blower door. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to the...lift oven by sliding it up against cabinet bottom. 22 NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in bottom of the microwave by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION (cont.) 6 Remove the metal vent fan cover on the ...
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...A charcoal filter is installed in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. C6. Follow the steps below to Depth of cabinet. Slide the filter down 2 buttons on each screw. Temporarily secure the oven by pushing ...down and out. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to keep power cord tight. Insert mesh-side up 4 Close the door. 23 When properly installed, the wire mesh...
...A charcoal filter is installed in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. C6. Follow the steps below to Depth of cabinet. Slide the filter down 2 buttons on each screw. Temporarily secure the oven by pushing ...down and out. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to keep power cord tight. Insert mesh-side up 4 Close the door. 23 When properly installed, the wire mesh...