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... the Consumer. • Note to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY. 7 Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Be sure to Consumer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to ...failure due to Installer - 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 for future reference. • Skill level -
... the Consumer. • Note to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY. 7 Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Be sure to Consumer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to ...failure due to Installer - 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 for future reference. • Skill level -
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... 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 Step-by-step installation guide Placement of Mounting Plate 8-10 ...-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 Connecting Ductwork 14 B Outside Back Exhaust 15-18 Preparing Rear Wall for Outside Back Exhaust 15 Remove...
... 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 Step-by-step installation guide Placement of Mounting Plate 8-10 ...-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 Connecting Ductwork 14 B Outside Back Exhaust 15-18 Preparing Rear Wall for Outside Back Exhaust 15 Remove...
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... before beginning installation to a supply circuit of supporting the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. The power supply cord and plug should be capable of the proper voltage and frequency. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. The installer must be located in addition to...
... before beginning installation to a supply circuit of supporting the cabinet load, in the cabinet above the microwave oven. The power supply cord and plug should be capable of the proper voltage and frequency. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. The installer must be located in addition to...
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....2 cm Round) = 12 Ft. (3.6 m) Rectangular-to accommodate exhaust. 4 OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. 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.
....2 cm Round) = 12 Ft. (3.6 m) Rectangular-to accommodate exhaust. 4 OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. 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.
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... exhaust has been designed to mate with as few elbows as possible. or m * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is blocking the ducts. Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to -Round Transition Adaptor* Wall Cap 5 Ft. (1.5 m) x ( ) = 40 Ft. (12.2 m) x ( ) = Ft. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT. NOTE: It is important...
... exhaust has been designed to mate with as few elbows as possible. or m * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is blocking the ducts. Installation Instructions NOTE: If you how to -Round Transition Adaptor* Wall Cap 5 Ft. (1.5 m) x ( ) = 40 Ft. (12.2 m) x ( ) = Ft. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT. NOTE: It is important...
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...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 metal cabinets) Power Cord ... repair or replacement. • If the unit is damaged by arrangement between customer and installer. Installation Instructions DAMAGE-SHIPMENT/ INSTALLATION • If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other than the customer...
...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 metal cabinets) Power Cord ... repair or replacement. • If the unit is damaged by arrangement between customer and installer. Installation Instructions DAMAGE-SHIPMENT/ INSTALLATION • If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other than the customer...
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...) 30" (76.2 cm) 2" (5.1 cm) Bottom Edge of obstructions. • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to follow the instructions on the top cabinet template for exhaust duct preparation. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be 30″ (76.2 cm) or More from the Cooking Surface 30...
...) 30" (76.2 cm) 2" (5.1 cm) Bottom Edge of obstructions. • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to follow the instructions on the top cabinet template for exhaust duct preparation. • When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth, flat cabinets, be 30″ (76.2 cm) or More from the Cooking Surface 30...
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... 3 Pull the carton up and off the oven. 4 Remove and properly discard plastic bags. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. Stud finder - REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. B. Screws Mounting Plate 1 Find the studs, using...
... 3 Pull the carton up and off the oven. 4 Remove and properly discard plastic bags. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. Stud finder - REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. B. Screws Mounting Plate 1 Find the studs, using...
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Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to make it level. Use a level to make sure the cabinet bottom is level. Installation Instructions C. If the cabinets have a front overhang only, with this type of installation with front overhang only, align the ...inside depth of the front overhang. 3 For this horizontal line, not touching the cabinet bottom as described in Step D. 9 THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL. DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position-beneath flat bottom cabinet Plate position-beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom ...
Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to make it level. Use a level to make sure the cabinet bottom is level. Installation Instructions C. If the cabinets have a front overhang only, with this type of installation with front overhang only, align the ...inside depth of the front overhang. 3 For this horizontal line, not touching the cabinet bottom as described in Step D. 9 THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL. DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position-beneath flat bottom cabinet Plate position-beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom ...
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.... NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS TIME. 10 Set the mounting plate aside. 4 Drill holes on the wall at the center of the microwave. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Centerline Notches Draw a Vertical Line on the wall at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with the stud... bottom of the mounting plate to the centerline on the wall. 3 While holding the mounting plate with one hand, draw circles on the circles. Installation Instructions D.
.... NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS TIME. 10 Set the mounting plate aside. 4 Drill holes on the wall at the center of the microwave. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE Hole A Centerline Notches Draw a Vertical Line on the wall at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with the stud... bottom of the mounting plate to the centerline on the wall. 3 While holding the mounting plate with one hand, draw circles on the circles. Installation Instructions D.
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... type of ventilation required for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation: A. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for your Owner's Manual for non-vented models). Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for kit number.) 11 On Models...
... type of ventilation required for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation: A. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for your Owner's Manual for non-vented models). Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for kit number.) 11 On Models...
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... Thickness Toggle Wings Toggle Bolt Attach the plate to Wall A2. Mount Microwave Oven A5. Connect Ductwork A1. Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Check Damper Operation A4...
... Thickness Toggle Wings Toggle Bolt Attach the plate to Wall A2. Mount Microwave Oven A5. Connect Ductwork A1. Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Installation Instructions A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Check Damper Operation A4...
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... exhaust duct after the microwave is removed and damper pivots easily before mounting microwave. • You will be completely tightened later.) Be sure to keep power cord tight. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Blower Plate Exhaust Adaptor Damper A4. Installation Instructions A2. USE TOP CABINET...to fit through, and a cutout large enough for the exhaust adaptor. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the threads have engaged...
... exhaust duct after the microwave is removed and damper pivots easily before mounting microwave. • You will be completely tightened later.) Be sure to keep power cord tight. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Blower Plate Exhaust Adaptor Damper A4. Installation Instructions A2. USE TOP CABINET...to fit through, and a cutout large enough for the exhaust adaptor. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the threads have engaged...
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...Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 8 Install grease filters. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 14 ... 6 Tighten center screw completely. 7 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Microwave For Front-to-Back or Side-to the house duct. ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open ...the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A6. A5. Blower Plate Damper Back of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 1 Extend the ...
...Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 8 Install grease filters. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 14 ... 6 Tighten center screw completely. 7 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Microwave For Front-to-Back or Side-to the house duct. ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open ...the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A6. A5. Blower Plate Damper Back of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 1 Extend the ...
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...B2. Attach Mounting Plate to cut an opening , following the instructions of the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 15 Back of Microwave 4 Remove and save the screw that the wires are reinstalled. REMOVE EXHAUST ADAPTOR This microwave oven is shipped assembled for the blower motor and blower plate ...are securely tightened when they are not pinched. Back of Microwave Mount the Microwave Oven IMPORTANT NOTES: • Make sure the screws for top exhaust. Blower Plate • Read the instructions on the blower frame by pressing and twisting both ends. You will ...
...B2. Attach Mounting Plate to cut an opening , following the instructions of the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. 15 Back of Microwave 4 Remove and save the screw that the wires are reinstalled. REMOVE EXHAUST ADAPTOR This microwave oven is shipped assembled for the blower motor and blower plate ...are securely tightened when they are not pinched. Back of Microwave Mount the Microwave Oven IMPORTANT NOTES: • Make sure the screws for top exhaust. Blower Plate • Read the instructions on the blower frame by pressing and twisting both ends. You will ...
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...B4. Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through . Installation Instructions B3. Attach the plate to help tighten the bolts. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, ...used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall to the wall using toggle bolts. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION...
...B4. Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through . Installation Instructions B3. Attach the plate to help tighten the bolts. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, ...used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall to the wall using toggle bolts. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save screw that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION...
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...is at the top center of the back of the oven by sliding it into the opening. Installation Instructions B5. Back of Microwave Back of Microwave Adaptor Back of the microwave. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (cont.) 3 Rotate blower unit counterclockwise 180°. Before Rerouting After ... Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 5 Roll the blower unit 90° so that they are facing out the back of Microwave Guide Guide Locking Tabs Push in the same position as before with the original screw. Before Rolling After Rolling CAUTION: Do not...
...is at the top center of the back of the oven by sliding it into the opening. Installation Instructions B5. Back of Microwave Back of Microwave Adaptor Back of the microwave. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (cont.) 3 Rotate blower unit counterclockwise 180°. Before Rerouting After ... Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 5 Roll the blower unit 90° so that they are facing out the back of Microwave Guide Guide Locking Tabs Push in the same position as before with the original screw. Before Rolling After Rolling CAUTION: Do not...
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...careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to the top cabinet. 5 Insert 2 self-aligning screws through top center cabinet... bottom edge onto four lower tabs of oven up against the wall and the top cabinet.) 2 Rotate front of mounting plate. Installation Instructions B6. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to keep power cord tight. Turn two full...
...careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in bottom of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to the top cabinet. 5 Insert 2 self-aligning screws through top center cabinet... bottom edge onto four lower tabs of oven up against the wall and the top cabinet.) 2 Rotate front of mounting plate. Installation Instructions B6. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to keep power cord tight. Turn two full...
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... into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to help to fit through the holes designated to go into the holes in the cabinet bottom. Check Microwave Assembly C4. This will help tighten the bolts. To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to prevent excessive vibration. • Make... to Wall C2. Prepare Top Cabinet C3. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Installation Instructions C RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. Mount the Microwave Oven C6.
... into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to help to fit through the holes designated to go into the holes in the cabinet bottom. Check Microwave Assembly C4. This will help tighten the bolts. To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to prevent excessive vibration. • Make... to Wall C2. Prepare Top Cabinet C3. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Installation Instructions C RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. Mount the Microwave Oven C6.
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Installation Instructions C3. Blower Plate 3 Slip the damper out of the motor frame. 20 If the microwave was shipped for top exhaust, proceed to C5. Save any unused parts for recirculating models. NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the grooves of ... pull out the blower unit. The wires will be shipped assembled for top exhaust (adaptor installed) or for recirculation exhaust (adaptor absent). • If the microwave was shipped for recirculation exhaust, remove the Exhaust Adaptor and proceed to C4. Remove and save the screw holding the blower motor to the...
Installation Instructions C3. Blower Plate 3 Slip the damper out of the motor frame. 20 If the microwave was shipped for top exhaust, proceed to C5. Save any unused parts for recirculating models. NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the grooves of ... pull out the blower unit. The wires will be shipped assembled for top exhaust (adaptor installed) or for recirculation exhaust (adaptor absent). • If the microwave was shipped for recirculation exhaust, remove the Exhaust Adaptor and proceed to C4. Remove and save the screw holding the blower motor to the...