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... this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Product failure due to Installer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Call 1-800-944-9044(US) 1-800-668-4606(Canada) or Visit our Website at: http://www.frigidaire.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. •...
... this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Product failure due to Installer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Call 1-800-944-9044(US) 1-800-668-4606(Canada) or Visit our Website at: http://www.frigidaire.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. •...
Installation Instructions
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... 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 Preparation of Top Cabinet 13 Checking for Proper Damper Operation 13 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........13, 14 Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor 14... 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 Check Microwave Assembly 20 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing the...
... 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 Preparation of Top Cabinet 13 Checking for Proper Damper Operation 13 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........13, 14 Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor 14... 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 Check Microwave Assembly 20 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing the...
Installation Instructions
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...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 and conform to have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle...the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it replaced with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall receptacle to insure that two people install this appliance is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz,...
...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 and conform to have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle...the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it replaced with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall receptacle to insure that two people install this appliance is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz,...
Installation Instructions
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... should be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of one possible ductwork installation. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of the damper. EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT DUCT ....2 cm Round) = 12 Ft. (3.6 m) Rectangular-to-Round 5 Ft. (1.5 m) x (1) Transition Adaptor* = 5 Ft. (1.5 m) Equivalent lengths of one possible ductwork installation. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting...
... should be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of one possible ductwork installation. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of the damper. EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT DUCT ....2 cm Round) = 12 Ft. (3.6 m) Rectangular-to-Round 5 Ft. (1.5 m) x (1) Transition Adaptor* = 5 Ft. (1.5 m) Equivalent lengths of one possible ductwork installation. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting...
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...air movement, the total duct length of exhaust and helps prevent blockages. or m Ft. The chart below shows you need to install ducts, note that venting be installed using the most direct route and with as few elbows as possible. or m Ft. or m Ft. or m Straight ... of 31⁄4" x 10" (8.2 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) diameter round duct should not exceed 120 equivalent feet (36.5 m). Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to mate with a standard 31⁄4" x 10" (8.2 x 25.4 cm) rectangular duct. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT...
...air movement, the total duct length of exhaust and helps prevent blockages. or m Ft. The chart below shows you need to install ducts, note that venting be installed using the most direct route and with as few elbows as possible. or m Ft. or m Ft. or m Straight ... of 31⁄4" x 10" (8.2 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) diameter round duct should not exceed 120 equivalent feet (36.5 m). Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to mate with a standard 31⁄4" x 10" (8.2 x 25.4 cm) rectangular duct. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT...
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... the store in which it was bought for metal cabinets) Power Cord Strap 1 (plastic) You will find the installation hardware contained in a packet with the unit. PARTS INCLUDED HARDWARE PACKET PART Wood Screws (1⁄4" x 2") Toggle...2 4 PARTS INCLUDED (CONT.) ADDITIONAL PARTS PART TOP CABINET TEMPLATE Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 REAR WALL TEMPLATE ININSSTTRAULCLTAITOIONNS Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 2 Packed Grease Filters Self-Aligning Machine 3 Screws (1⁄4"-28 x 31⁄4") Nylon Grommet 2 (for repair or ...
... the store in which it was bought for metal cabinets) Power Cord Strap 1 (plastic) You will find the installation hardware contained in a packet with the unit. PARTS INCLUDED HARDWARE PACKET PART Wood Screws (1⁄4" x 2") Toggle...2 4 PARTS INCLUDED (CONT.) ADDITIONAL PARTS PART TOP CABINET TEMPLATE Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 REAR WALL TEMPLATE ININSSTTRAULCLTAITOIONNS Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 2 Packed Grease Filters Self-Aligning Machine 3 Screws (1⁄4"-28 x 31⁄4") Nylon Grommet 2 (for repair or ...
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...16", 1⁄2" and 5⁄8" drill bits Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces, if needed for top cabinet spacing (used on recessed bottom cabinet installations only) Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Stud finder or Hammer (optional) Safety goggles Level Duct and masking tape MOUNTING SPACE 161⁄2" (....2 cm)wide and free of obstructions. • 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 careful to follow the instructions on the top cabinet ...
...16", 1⁄2" and 5⁄8" drill bits Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces, if needed for top cabinet spacing (used on recessed bottom cabinet installations only) Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Stud finder or Hammer (optional) Safety goggles Level Duct and masking tape MOUNTING SPACE 161⁄2" (....2 cm)wide and free of obstructions. • 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 careful to follow the instructions on the top cabinet ...
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...FINDING THE WALL STUDS Wall Studs Center Carton Styrofoam 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 screws from this mark. 3 Draw a line down the center of the studs...B. This will be used as the rear wall template and for mounting. 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. Screws Mounting Plate 1 Find the studs, using one of...
...FINDING THE WALL STUDS Wall Studs Center Carton Styrofoam 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 screws from this mark. 3 Draw a line down the center of the studs...B. This will be used as the rear wall template and for mounting. 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. Screws Mounting Plate 1 Find the studs, using one of...
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...distance below the cabinet bottom 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. Use a level to Cooktop Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with no back or ...side frame, install the mounting plate down the same distance as described in Step D. 9 Installation Instructions C. DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR...
...distance below the cabinet bottom 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. Use a level to Cooktop Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with no back or ...side frame, install the mounting plate down the same distance as described in Step D. 9 Installation Instructions C. DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR...
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... fingers on the circles. Four holes must be used for wood screws. It is in a stud, find a stud somewhere in Step C for cabinets with arrows). Installation Instructions D. If there is a stud, drill a 3⁄16″ hole for mounting. Hole C Area E Hole D 1 Draw a vertical line on the wall. 3 While holding the mounting... B CAUTION: Wear gloves to line up with the stud. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Centerline Notches Draw a Vertical Line on Wall from Center of the microwave. NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS TIME. 10
... fingers on the circles. Four holes must be used for wood screws. It is in a stud, find a stud somewhere in Step C for cabinets with arrows). Installation Instructions D. If there is a stud, drill a 3⁄16″ hole for mounting. Hole C Area E Hole D 1 Draw a vertical line on the wall. 3 While holding the mounting... B CAUTION: Wear gloves to line up with the stud. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Centerline Notches Draw a Vertical Line on Wall from Center of the microwave. NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS TIME. 10
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... for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is factory installed to help remove smoke and odors. On Models shipped for outside top exhaust or outside back exhaust, a Charcoal filter Accessory Kit is designed... for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for kit number.) 11 Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is required for the recirculating exhaust. (See your...
... for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is factory installed to help remove smoke and odors. On Models shipped for outside top exhaust or outside back exhaust, a Charcoal filter Accessory Kit is designed... for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for kit number.) 11 Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is required for the recirculating exhaust. (See your...
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...must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall to Wall A2. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for Toggles More Than Wall ...the tabs on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Mount Microwave Oven A5. Attach Mounting Plate to help tighten the bolts. 12 Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the ...
...must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall to Wall A2. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for Toggles More Than Wall ...the tabs on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Mount Microwave Oven A5. Attach Mounting Plate to help tighten the bolts. 12 Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the ...
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...bottom shelf. Back of oven up . • Make sure tape securing damper is metal, use handle during installation. Installation Instructions A2. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through , and a cutout large enough for the power cord to prevent cutting of ...mounting plate. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws...
...bottom shelf. Back of oven up . • Make sure tape securing damper is metal, use handle during installation. Installation Instructions A2. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through , and a cutout large enough for the power cord to prevent cutting of ...mounting plate. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws...
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...Slide the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A6. Blower Plate Damper Back of Microwave For Front-to-Back or Side-to the house duct. Installation Instructions A4. Turn two full turns on each screw. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to ...Depth of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall ...
...Slide the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A6. Blower Plate Damper Back of Microwave For Front-to-Back or Side-to the house duct. Installation Instructions A4. Turn two full turns on each screw. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to ...Depth of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall ...
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... the wall plate. • Cut the opening . To remove the exhaust adaptor from the microwave oven: 1 Remove tape securing damper. 2 Raise damper flap. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. Prepare Top Cabinet B5. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need the exhaust adaptor for holes A and...
... the wall plate. • Cut the opening . To remove the exhaust adaptor from the microwave oven: 1 Remove tape securing damper. 2 Raise damper flap. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. Prepare Top Cabinet B5. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need the exhaust adaptor for holes A and...
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... plate touch the bottom of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall and insert the toggle wings into the mounting plate through . ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Attach the plate to... Wings Toggle Bolt Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that holds blower motor to the wall using toggle bolts. B5. Installation Instructions B3. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall ...
... plate touch the bottom of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall and insert the toggle wings into the mounting plate through . ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Attach the plate to... Wings Toggle Bolt Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that holds blower motor to the wall using toggle bolts. B5. Installation Instructions B3. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall ...
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...stretch the blower unit wiring. Blower Plate Back of microwave oven. 7 Secure the blower unit to assure that the damper hinge is installed so that it is at the top center of the back of the microwave. Take care to the microwave with the screw. AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing... Back End A End B Back of Microwave Back of Microwave 4 Gently remove the wires from the grooves....
...stretch the blower unit wiring. Blower Plate Back of microwave oven. 7 Secure the blower unit to assure that the damper hinge is installed so that it is at the top center of the back of the microwave. Take care to the microwave with the screw. AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing... Back End A End B Back of Microwave Back of Microwave 4 Gently remove the wires from the grooves....
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...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. 18 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. Do not pinch cord or lift oven...keep power cord tight. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. Installation Instructions B6. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through outer top cabinet holes. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet...
...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. 18 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. Do not pinch cord or lift oven...keep power cord tight. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. Installation Instructions B6. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through outer top cabinet holes. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet...
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... vibration. • Make sure the motor wiring has been properly routed and secured, and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Install Charcoal Filter IMPORTANT NOTES: • Make sure the screws for Toggles More Than Wall Thickness Toggle Wings Toggle Bolt Wall Bolt End C2. CAUTION...instructions on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Adjust Blower C5. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall and insert the ...
... vibration. • Make sure the motor wiring has been properly routed and secured, and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Install Charcoal Filter IMPORTANT NOTES: • Make sure the screws for Toggles More Than Wall Thickness Toggle Wings Toggle Bolt Wall Bolt End C2. CAUTION...instructions on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Adjust Blower C5. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall and insert the ...
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... toward the front of the motor frame. 20 The wires will be shipped assembled for top exhaust (adaptor installed) or for recirculation exhaust (adaptor absent). • If the microwave was shipped for recirculating models. Remove and save the screw holding the blower motor to the... Motor Screw NOTE: The blower plate will extend far enough to allow you to the microwave. CHECK MICROWAVE ASSEMBLY Exhaust Adaptor 5 Carefully pull out the blower unit. Installation Instructions C3. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up Roll AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward Blower Plate Back ...
... toward the front of the motor frame. 20 The wires will be shipped assembled for top exhaust (adaptor installed) or for recirculation exhaust (adaptor absent). • If the microwave was shipped for recirculating models. Remove and save the screw holding the blower motor to the... Motor Screw NOTE: The blower plate will extend far enough to allow you to the microwave. CHECK MICROWAVE ASSEMBLY Exhaust Adaptor 5 Carefully pull out the blower unit. Installation Instructions C3. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Up Roll AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward Blower Plate Back ...