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... codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is the responsibility of this manual, visit our Website at : Hotpoint.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference..., visite nuestro sitio de internet Hotpoint.com. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Be sure to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Keep these instructions with...
... codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is the responsibility of this manual, visit our Website at : Hotpoint.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference..., visite nuestro sitio de internet Hotpoint.com. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Be sure to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Keep these instructions with...
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... 11-22 A Outside Top Exhaust 12-14 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 12 Preparation of Top Cabinet 13 Install the Damper 13 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........13, 14 Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor 14 Connecting Ductwork 14 B Outside Back Exhaust 15-18 Preparing Rear Wall ... Top Cabinet 16 Adapting Microwave Blower for Outside Back Exhaust 16, 17 Mount the Microwave Oven 18 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 the Charcoal Filter Accessory...
... 11-22 A Outside Top Exhaust 12-14 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 12 Preparation of Top Cabinet 13 Install the Damper 13 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........13, 14 Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor 14 Connecting Ductwork 14 B Outside Back Exhaust 15-18 Preparing Rear Wall ... Top Cabinet 16 Adapting Microwave Blower for Outside Back Exhaust 16, 17 Mount the Microwave Oven 18 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 the Charcoal Filter Accessory...
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...TO AVOID SEVERE OR FATAL SHOCK. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Product rating is properly grounded. to BOTH a top cabinet AND a wall. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, ...prong (grounding) wall receptacle to a separate 15- Ensure proper ground exists before beginning installation to the requirements of supporting the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. Wire size must be capable of the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local...
...TO AVOID SEVERE OR FATAL SHOCK. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Product rating is properly grounded. to BOTH a top cabinet AND a wall. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, ...prong (grounding) wall receptacle to a separate 15- Ensure proper ground exists before beginning installation to the requirements of supporting the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. Wire size must be capable of the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local...
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...″ or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of obstructions. • If the space between the cabinets is for installation over ranges up to 36″ wide. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be 30″ or More from...Filler Panel Kit may be used on the top cabinet template for top cabinet spacing (used to fill in the gap between the microwave oven and the cabinets. Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional)...
...″ or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of obstructions. • If the space between the cabinets is for installation over ranges up to 36″ wide. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be 30″ or More from...Filler Panel Kit may be used on the top cabinet template for top cabinet spacing (used to fill in the gap between the microwave oven and the cabinets. Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional)...
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.... Screws Mounting Plate 1 Find the studs, using one of the oven. 2 Fold back all 4 carton flaps fully against carton sides. 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... stud. REPLACE THE SCREWS. 8 OR B. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filter, glass tray, the exhaust adaptor and the small hardware bag. The oven should...
.... Screws Mounting Plate 1 Find the studs, using one of the oven. 2 Fold back all 4 carton flaps fully against carton sides. 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... stud. REPLACE THE SCREWS. 8 OR B. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filter, glass tray, the exhaust adaptor and the small hardware bag. The oven should...
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Use a level to make sure the cabinet bottom is level. Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to make it level. This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw a horizontal line on the back wall to 36″ wide space. Align ...draw a line on the back wall equal to the wall using the marked centerline and top line as the overhang. On cabinets with the microwave installation. Tape the Rear Wall Template to the depth of the front overhang. Tape the Rear Wall Template onto the wall matching the centerline and ...
Use a level to make sure the cabinet bottom is level. Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to make it level. This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw a horizontal line on the back wall to 36″ wide space. Align ...draw a line on the back wall equal to the wall using the marked centerline and top line as the overhang. On cabinets with the microwave installation. Tape the Rear Wall Template to the depth of the front overhang. Tape the Rear Wall Template onto the wall matching the centerline and ...
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... a stud to avoid cutting fingers on the left or right side of the microwave. Mark three additional, evenly spaced locations for wood screws. DETERMINING REAR MOUNTING SCREW LOCATIONS CL CAUTION: Wear gloves to support the weight of the centerline. Installation Instructions D. If there is important to check that don't line up with...
... a stud to avoid cutting fingers on the left or right side of the microwave. Mark three additional, evenly spaced locations for wood screws. DETERMINING REAR MOUNTING SCREW LOCATIONS CL CAUTION: Wear gloves to support the weight of the centerline. Installation Instructions D. If there is important to check that don't line up with...
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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 your Owner's Manual for non-vented models). Outside Top Exhaust... (Vertical Duct) B. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to that section. Select the type of ventilation: A. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) ...
... (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 your Owner's Manual for non-vented models). Outside Top Exhaust... (Vertical Duct) B. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to that section. Select the type of ventilation: A. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) ...
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... the toggle wings into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to the wall using at least 3 toggle bolts and one wood screw. Mount Microwave Oven A5. NOTE: Before tightening the toggle bolts and the wood screw(s), check again to be secured to 3⁄4″ onto each ...bolt. The mounting plate must engage a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the rear wall. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. CAUTION: Be careful to help tighten the bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall ...
... the toggle wings into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to the wall using at least 3 toggle bolts and one wood screw. Mount Microwave Oven A5. NOTE: Before tightening the toggle bolts and the wood screw(s), check again to be secured to 3⁄4″ onto each ...bolt. The mounting plate must engage a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the rear wall. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. CAUTION: Be careful to help tighten the bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall ...
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...screw • Close the blower cover with the house exhaust ductwork. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in the cabinet bottom. A3. NOTE: ... pinch cord or lift oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it forward and hook slots at the rear of the cord. Installation Instructions A2. INSTALL THE DAMPER Remove rear retaining screw • Place the microwave in its upright position. • Remove the retaining screw ...
...screw • Close the blower cover with the house exhaust ductwork. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in the cabinet bottom. A3. NOTE: ... pinch cord or lift oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it forward and hook slots at the rear of the cord. Installation Instructions A2. INSTALL THE DAMPER Remove rear retaining screw • Place the microwave in its upright position. • Remove the retaining screw ...
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... screw through outer top cabinet holes. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 14 Damper For Front-to-Back or Side-to bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw...
... screw through outer top cabinet holes. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 14 Damper For Front-to-Back or Side-to bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw...
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Mount the Microwave Oven B1. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST The rear wall template should be positioned accurately as shown on page 9. • Read the instructions on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Cut the opening, following the instructions of the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 15 Adapt Blower for Back Exhaust B6. Prepare Rear Wall B2. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall B4. Prepare Top Cabinet B5. Remove Exhaust Adaptor B3.
Mount the Microwave Oven B1. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST The rear wall template should be positioned accurately as shown on page 9. • Read the instructions on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Cut the opening, following the instructions of the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 15 Adapt Blower for Back Exhaust B6. Prepare Rear Wall B2. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall B4. Prepare Top Cabinet B5. Remove Exhaust Adaptor B3.
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... of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the microwave. Retaining screw Retaining screw 16 Installation Instructions B2. NOTE: Before tightening the toggle bolts and the wood screw(s), check again to be secured to mount the ...plate. Pull the plate away from the wall to right. B4. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove the back...
... of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the microwave. Retaining screw Retaining screw 16 Installation Instructions B2. NOTE: Before tightening the toggle bolts and the wood screw(s), check again to be secured to mount the ...plate. Pull the plate away from the wall to right. B4. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove the back...
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...back into the back of Microwave 4 Remove the two screws holding the gray-colored inlet sleeve to allow flexible handling while performing these steps. Rotate the gray sleeve as shown until it is at the top center of the back of the microwave. Installation Instructions B4. Remove screws from... Gray Inlet Sleeve Back of the microwave. Disconnect the wires only if it into the guides at the top and that the black-colored ...
...back into the back of Microwave 4 Remove the two screws holding the gray-colored inlet sleeve to allow flexible handling while performing these steps. Rotate the gray sleeve as shown until it is at the top center of the back of the microwave. Installation Instructions B4. Remove screws from... Gray Inlet Sleeve Back of the microwave. Disconnect the wires only if it into the guides at the top and that the black-colored ...
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... and the top cabinet.) 2 Rotate front of the cord. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through top center cabinet hole. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. Keep it forward and hook slots at least two full turns after the...
... and the top cabinet.) 2 Rotate front of the cord. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through top center cabinet hole. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. Keep it forward and hook slots at least two full turns after the...
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...over-torque toggle bolts. CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the wall to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt. Prepare Top Cabinet C3. Install Charcoal Filter C1. The mounting plate must engage a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the ... TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. Be careful not to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Attach Mounting...
...over-torque toggle bolts. CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in the wall to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt. Prepare Top Cabinet C3. Install Charcoal Filter C1. The mounting plate must engage a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the ... TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. Be careful not to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Attach Mounting...
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...the gray-colored inlet sleeve faces downward. Must Face Downward Black Exhaust Outlet Facing the Front Back of the microwave. Blower Motor Back of Microwave 3 Carefully slide the blower motor toward the right, and lift it is necessary for additional flexibility. Note:... it partially out of the opening must ALWAYS face downward to ensure proper operation of Microwave 20 NOTE: The gray-colored sleeve opening . Reinstall the two screws. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION 1 Remove the back top center blower motor door retaining screw. Installation Instructions C3.
...the gray-colored inlet sleeve faces downward. Must Face Downward Black Exhaust Outlet Facing the Front Back of the microwave. Blower Motor Back of Microwave 3 Carefully slide the blower motor toward the right, and lift it is necessary for additional flexibility. Note:... it partially out of the opening must ALWAYS face downward to ensure proper operation of Microwave 20 NOTE: The gray-colored sleeve opening . Reinstall the two screws. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION 1 Remove the back top center blower motor door retaining screw. Installation Instructions C3.
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... nylon grommet around the power cord hole to bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 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 below the... cabinet bottom shelf. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN 2 Rotate front of the cord. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout ...
... nylon grommet around the power cord hole to bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 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 below the... cabinet bottom shelf. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN 2 Rotate front of the cord. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout ...
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... grille and the screws. 6 Close the door. 22 C5. When properly installed, the wire mesh of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 4 Install the charcoal filter. Charcoal Filter 5 Tighten center screw completely. 6 Tighten the...Open the door. 3 Remove the grille by sliding it to the top of the filter should be visible from the front. 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) 4 Insert 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes...
... grille and the screws. 6 Close the door. 22 C5. When properly installed, the wire mesh of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 4 Install the charcoal filter. Charcoal Filter 5 Tighten center screw completely. 6 Tighten the...Open the door. 3 Remove the grille by sliding it to the top of the filter should be visible from the front. 7 Install grease filter. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) 4 Insert 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes...
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Plug power cord into a dedicated 15- Make sure the microwave oven has been installed according to 20-amp electrical outlet. Remove all packing material from the microwave oven. 3. Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on. 7. to instructions. 6. Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE 1. Install turntable and ring in cavity. 4. Ensure proper ground exists before use 23 KEEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR'S USE. 5. Read the Owner's Manual. 2.
Plug power cord into a dedicated 15- Make sure the microwave oven has been installed according to 20-amp electrical outlet. Remove all packing material from the microwave oven. 3. Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on. 7. to instructions. 6. Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE 1. Install turntable and ring in cavity. 4. Ensure proper ground exists before use 23 KEEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR'S USE. 5. Read the Owner's Manual. 2.