Quick Specs
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... to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com or call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000. PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker® 1.8 Cu. No additional wiring, venting or cabinet rebuilding necessary in cabinet above Spacemaker microwave oven. Before installing, consult installation instructions packed with product/kit...
... to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com or call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000. PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker® 1.8 Cu. No additional wiring, venting or cabinet rebuilding necessary in cabinet above Spacemaker microwave oven. Before installing, consult installation instructions packed with product/kit...
Use and Care Manual
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...above. ■ This appliance must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8. ■ Install or locate this oven with the safety interlocks. ■ Do Not Place any object between the oven front face ...to defeat or tamper with the door open since open-door operation can result in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ This microwave oven is intended for installation over electric and gas ranges. ■ This microwave oven is no damage to a properly grounded outlet. ...
...above. ■ This appliance must be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. See the Grounding Instructions section on page 8. ■ Install or locate this oven with the safety interlocks. ■ Do Not Place any object between the oven front face ...to defeat or tamper with the door open since open-door operation can result in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. ■ This microwave oven is intended for installation over electric and gas ranges. ■ This microwave oven is no damage to a properly grounded outlet. ...
Installation Instructions
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... and carefully. • IMPORTANT - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Be sure to improper installation is the responsibility of this manual, visit our Website at : ge.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - READ CAREFULLY. Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Para consultar...
... and carefully. • IMPORTANT - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Be sure to improper installation is the responsibility of this manual, visit our Website at : ge.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - READ CAREFULLY. Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Para consultar...
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 Check Microwave Assembly 20 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing... 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 ...
...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 Check Microwave Assembly 20 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing... 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 ...
Installation Instructions
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...NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT, DEFORM OR REMOVE ANY OF THE PRONGS FROM THE POWER CORD. to a separate 15- Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. If not properly grounded, or if the outlet box does not meet electrical ... REQUIREMENTS Product rating is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified electrician to have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician. The power supply cord and plug ...
...NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT, DEFORM OR REMOVE ANY OF THE PRONGS FROM THE POWER CORD. to a separate 15- Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. If not properly grounded, or if the outlet box does not meet electrical ... REQUIREMENTS Product rating is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified electrician to have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician. The power supply cord and plug ...
Installation Instructions
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... 5 Ft. Straight Duct 3 Ft. (31⁄4″ x 10″ Rectangular) x (1) = 3 Ft. 90° Elbow 10 Ft. Installation Instructions HOOD EXHAUST NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed to the outside. Straight... Ft. Total Length = 41 Ft. * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is used, the bottom corners of one possible ductwork installation. Rectangular-to align exhaust with any vent hood. x (1) = 40 Ft. 3 Ft. Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual...
... 5 Ft. Straight Duct 3 Ft. (31⁄4″ x 10″ Rectangular) x (1) = 3 Ft. 90° Elbow 10 Ft. Installation Instructions HOOD EXHAUST NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed to the outside. Straight... Ft. Total Length = 41 Ft. * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is used, the bottom corners of one possible ductwork installation. Rectangular-to align exhaust with any vent hood. x (1) = 40 Ft. 3 Ft. Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual...
Installation Instructions
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...with as few elbows as possible. DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT LENGTH x USED = LENGTH Rectangular-to -round transition adaptor must be installed using the most direct route and with a standard 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangular duct. x ( ) = Ft....physical size. Also, make sure dampers swing freely and nothing is longer than a 6″ diameter duct. x ( ) = Ft. 5 Ft. Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to calculate total equivalent ductwork length using the approximate feet of equivalent length of some typical ducts. x ( ) = Ft....
...with as few elbows as possible. DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT LENGTH x USED = LENGTH Rectangular-to -round transition adaptor must be installed using the most direct route and with a standard 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangular duct. x ( ) = Ft....physical size. Also, make sure dampers swing freely and nothing is longer than a 6″ diameter duct. x ( ) = Ft. 5 Ft. Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to calculate total equivalent ductwork length using the approximate feet of equivalent length of some typical ducts. x ( ) = Ft....
Installation Instructions
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... a packet with the unit. NOTE: Some extra parts are included. 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. ADDITIONAL PARTS PART Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 1 Packed Grease Filter 6 Installation Instructions DAMAGE -
... a packet with the unit. NOTE: Some extra parts are included. 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. ADDITIONAL PARTS PART Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 1 Packed Grease Filter 6 Installation Instructions DAMAGE -
Installation Instructions
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...of Cabinet Needs to be 30″ or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of the vent. 7 Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional) Tin snips (...oven to the outside, 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 (optional) Safety ...
...of Cabinet Needs to be 30″ or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of the vent. 7 Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional) Tin snips (...oven to the outside, 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 (optional) Safety ...
Installation Instructions
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... this mark. 3 Draw a line down the center of the stud. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. a magnetic device which locates nails. This plate will indicate a stud location. 2 After locating the stud... discard plastic bags. You may discard these screws. 8 Use a hammer to tap lightly across the mounting surface to find a solid sound. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. This will be 16″ or 24″ from the mounting plate.
... this mark. 3 Draw a line down the center of the stud. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. a magnetic device which locates nails. This plate will indicate a stud location. 2 After locating the stud... discard plastic bags. You may discard these screws. 8 Use a hammer to tap lightly across the mounting surface to find a solid sound. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. This will be 16″ or 24″ from the mounting plate.
Installation Instructions
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... Mounting Plate with the microwave installation. If the cabinets have decorative trim that interferes with Tabs Below Cabinet Bottom the Same Distance as the Front Overhang Depth 30″ to make sure the cabinet bottom is level. Installation Instructions C. THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL.... Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to Cooktop Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with this horizontal...
... Mounting Plate with the microwave installation. If the cabinets have decorative trim that interferes with Tabs Below Cabinet Bottom the Same Distance as the Front Overhang Depth 30″ to make sure the cabinet bottom is level. Installation Instructions C. THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL.... Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to Cooktop Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with this horizontal...
Installation Instructions
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... the wall at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with front overhang. If there is a stud, drill a 3⁄16″ hole for mounting. Installation Instructions D. Set the mounting plate aside. 4 Drill holes on the wall, making sure that don't line up with a stud, drill a 5⁄8″ hole for cabinets with...
... the wall at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with front overhang. If there is a stud, drill a 3⁄16″ hole for mounting. Installation Instructions D. Set the mounting plate aside. 4 Drill holes on the wall, making sure that don't line up with a stud, drill a 5⁄8″ hole for cabinets with...
Installation Instructions
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... (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS) See page 19 11 A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the nonvented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation required for non-vented models). Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for the kit number.) Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct...
... (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS) See page 19 11 A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the nonvented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation required for non-vented models). Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for the kit number.) Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct...
Installation Instructions
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... pushed flush against the wall and insert the toggle wings into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to help tighten the bolts. 12 Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the mounting plate touch the bottom of...
... pushed flush against the wall and insert the toggle wings into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to help tighten the bolts. 12 Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the mounting plate touch the bottom of...
Installation Instructions
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... Exhaust Adaptor (absent on models shipped for the exhaust adaptor. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs .... Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of the cord. Installation Instructions A2. NOTE: If your house exhaust duct after the threads have engaged. (It will be shipped assembled for top exhaust (adaptor...
... Exhaust Adaptor (absent on models shipped for the exhaust adaptor. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs .... Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of the cord. Installation Instructions A2. NOTE: If your house exhaust duct after the threads have engaged. (It will be shipped assembled for top exhaust (adaptor...
Installation Instructions
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... EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 8 Install grease filter. Installation Instructions A4. Turn two full turns on each screw. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten center screw completely. 7 Tighten the outer two screws to the top...
... EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 8 Install grease filter. Installation Instructions A4. Turn two full turns on each screw. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten center screw completely. 7 Tighten the outer two screws to the top...
Installation Instructions
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...of the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 4 Slide exhaust adaptor to one side and remove it to cut an opening , following the instructions of Microwave • Read the instructions on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it . 15 Prepare Rear Wall B2. Adjust Blower B6. REMOVE EXHAUST ADAPTOR.... B2. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need the exhaust adaptor for installation in the wall plate. • Cut the opening in the rear wall for top exhaust. To remove the exhaust adaptor from the microwave. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct...
...of the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 4 Slide exhaust adaptor to one side and remove it to cut an opening , following the instructions of Microwave • Read the instructions on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it . 15 Prepare Rear Wall B2. Adjust Blower B6. REMOVE EXHAUST ADAPTOR.... B2. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need the exhaust adaptor for installation in the wall plate. • Cut the opening in the rear wall for top exhaust. To remove the exhaust adaptor from the microwave. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct...
Installation Instructions
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... and save screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. B5. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up End B End A 16 Installation Instructions B3. ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL B4. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP... and that holds blower motor to help tighten the bolts. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the mounting plate touch the bottom of Microwave Blower Motor Screw 2 Carefully pull...
... and save screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. B5. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up End B End A 16 Installation Instructions B3. ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL B4. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP... and that holds blower motor to help tighten the bolts. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the mounting plate touch the bottom of Microwave Blower Motor Screw 2 Carefully pull...
Installation Instructions
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...7 Secure the blower unit to the microwave with the screw. 9 Attach the exhaust adaptor to assure that the damper hinge is installed so that the damper swings freely. 17 Before Rerouting After Rerouting Wires Routed Through Right Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 5 Roll ...Make sure the wires are facing out the back of Microwave Blower Motor Screw 8 Replace the blower plate in the lower locking tabs. Installation Instructions B5. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (cont.) 3 Rotate blower unit counterclockwise 180°. Blower Plate Back of the microwave....
...7 Secure the blower unit to the microwave with the screw. 9 Attach the exhaust adaptor to assure that the damper hinge is installed so that the damper swings freely. 17 Before Rerouting After Rerouting Wires Routed Through Right Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 5 Roll ...Make sure the wires are facing out the back of Microwave Blower Motor Screw 8 Replace the blower plate in the lower locking tabs. Installation Instructions B5. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (cont.) 3 Rotate blower unit counterclockwise 180°. Blower Plate Back of the microwave....
Installation Instructions
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...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. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven... the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use handle during installation. Installation Instructions B6. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE...
...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. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven... the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use handle during installation. Installation Instructions B6. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE...