Installation Instructions
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...Microwave Oven Questions? Save these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - LA SECCIÛN EN ESPAÒOL EMPIEZA EN LA P·GINA 25. Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Call 800.GE...Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 49-40765 03-16 GE Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the ...
...Microwave Oven Questions? Save these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - LA SECCIÛN EN ESPAÒOL EMPIEZA EN LA P·GINA 25. Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Call 800.GE...Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 49-40765 03-16 GE Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the ...
Installation Instructions
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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 ...
Installation Instructions
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...To avoid the risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to correct any of the microwave oven) or property damage, you will result in the cabinet above the microwave oven. These words are defined as: DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could ...product cannot be located in death or serious injury. The outlet box should be employed to excessive weight of the prongs from this microwave oven. WARNING Risk of Electric Shock. WARNING Risk of the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code for this appliance is ...
...To avoid the risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to correct any of the microwave oven) or property damage, you will result in the cabinet above the microwave oven. These words are defined as: DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could ...product cannot be located in death or serious injury. The outlet box should be employed to excessive weight of the prongs from this microwave oven. WARNING Risk of Electric Shock. WARNING Risk of the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code for this appliance is ...
Installation Instructions
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...Duct and masking tape MOUNTING SPACE 13s max*. 161ø2s 30s 2s 66s or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of Cabinet Needs to be 30s or More from door hinge side to fill in the gap between the cabinets must be 30s... bits Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces, if needed for top cabinet spacing (used to adjacent wall should equal 3/4" NOTES: • The space 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)...
...Duct and masking tape MOUNTING SPACE 13s max*. 161ø2s 30s 2s 66s or More from the Floor to the Top of the Microwave Bottom Edge of Cabinet Needs to be 30s or More from door hinge side to fill in the gap between the cabinets must be 30s... bits Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces, if needed for top cabinet spacing (used to adjacent wall should equal 3/4" NOTES: • The space 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)...
Installation Instructions
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...from the mounting plate. 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. a... to find the edges of the studs. This will be resting in the foam. 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, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag.
...from the mounting plate. 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. a... to find the edges of the studs. This will be resting in the foam. 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, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag.
Installation Instructions
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... Distance as the Front Overhang Depth Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with the microwave installation. 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... with this horizontal line, not touching the cabinet bottom as the front overhang depth. Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to make it level. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching...
... Distance as the Front Overhang Depth Your cabinets may have a front overhang only, with the microwave installation. 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... with this horizontal line, not touching the cabinet bottom as the front overhang depth. Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to make it level. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching...
Installation Instructions
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.... If neither C nor D is important to use at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with the stud. Installation Instructions D. WARNING Risk of the microwave.
.... If neither C nor D is important to use at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with the stud. Installation Instructions D. WARNING Risk of the microwave.
Installation Instructions
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Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is required for the non-vented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation: A. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B....Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Select the type of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.) Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to that section. A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT) Adaptor in Place for Outside Top Exhaust B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT...
Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is required for the non-vented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation: A. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) B....Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Select the type of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.) Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to that section. A OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT) Adaptor in Place for Outside Top Exhaust B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT...
Installation Instructions
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Attach Mounting Plate to a wall stud. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Adjust Exhaust Adaptor A8. Check Damper Operation A6. Mount Microwave Oven A7. Check Blower Motor Oientation A4. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to Wall A2. CAUTION Be careful ...
Attach Mounting Plate to a wall stud. Prepare Top Cabinet A3. Adjust Exhaust Adaptor A8. Check Damper Operation A6. Mount Microwave Oven A7. Check Blower Motor Oientation A4. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to Wall A2. CAUTION Be careful ...
Installation Instructions
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...safety goggles when drilling holes in the grooves of the motor frame. 13 If the fan opening should be facing the top of the microwave oven. ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION 1 Remove and save the metal blower shield on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Blower Shield 4 Open the ...bottom. 3 Attached the metal blower shield to Step A5. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward A4. Blower Motor Screw Blower Plate Back of the microwave by sliding it down. ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION (Cont.) • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it ...
...safety goggles when drilling holes in the grooves of the motor frame. 13 If the fan opening should be facing the top of the microwave oven. ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION 1 Remove and save the metal blower shield on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Blower Shield 4 Open the ...bottom. 3 Attached the metal blower shield to Step A5. BEFORE: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward A4. Blower Motor Screw Blower Plate Back of the microwave by sliding it down. ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION (Cont.) • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it ...
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...into place. NOTE: If your house exhaust duct after the threads have engaged. (It will need to make adjustments to the microwave using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. A5. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift... microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the microwave is removed and damper pivots easily before mounting microwave. • Slide the damper into the opening. Make sure it tight throughout Steps...
...into place. NOTE: If your house exhaust duct after the threads have engaged. (It will need to make adjustments to the microwave using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. A5. Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. 1 Lift... microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the microwave is removed and damper pivots easily before mounting microwave. • Slide the damper into the opening. Make sure it tight throughout Steps...
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... holes. A7. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Microwave Oven For Side-to the house duct. Damper Back of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. MOUNT THE... (cont.) Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 15 ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and ...
... holes. A7. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Microwave Oven For Side-to the house duct. Damper Back of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet.) 7 Install grease filter. MOUNT THE... (cont.) Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to the exhaust adaptor. 2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 15 ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and ...
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Prepare Top Cabinet B4. Mount the Microwave Oven B1. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to 3ø4s onto each bolt. 16 Adjust Blower B5. B2 ...
Prepare Top Cabinet B4. Mount the Microwave Oven B1. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to 3ø4s onto each bolt. 16 Adjust Blower B5. B2 ...
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... 2 Open the blower door by lifting it up . 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. Before Rotation After Rotation Back of Microwave Oven Back of the microwave. Pull the plate away from the wall to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall and ...plate against the wall and that holds blower motor to adjust the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to microwave oven. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save the metal vent fan cover on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting ...
... 2 Open the blower door by lifting it up . 3 Carefully pull out the blower unit. Before Rotation After Rotation Back of Microwave Oven Back of the microwave. Pull the plate away from the wall to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall and ...plate against the wall and that holds blower motor to adjust the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to microwave oven. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST 1 Remove and save the metal vent fan cover on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting ...
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... Wires Routed Through Right Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 6 Roll the blower unit 90° so that secure the knockouts to the microwave oven using the blower retaining screws from the grooves. Make sure the wires are facing out the back of the oven. Slide blower shield... that it into the lower locking tabs. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of Microwave Oven 7 Locate the two "knockout" plates, on both rear knockouts; Reroute the wires through the adaptor and the blower door and ...
... Wires Routed Through Right Side Wires Routed Through Left Side 6 Roll the blower unit 90° so that secure the knockouts to the microwave oven using the blower retaining screws from the grooves. Make sure the wires are facing out the back of the oven. Slide blower shield... that it into the lower locking tabs. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of Microwave Oven 7 Locate the two "knockout" plates, on both rear knockouts; Reroute the wires through the adaptor and the blower door and ...
Installation Instructions
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...IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of top cabinet. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in place against cabinet bottom. 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. Temporarily secure ... Screws 6 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to Depth of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in bottom of the cord. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when ...
...IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of top cabinet. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in place against cabinet bottom. 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. Temporarily secure ... Screws 6 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to Depth of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in bottom of the cord. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when ...
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... on the mounting plate are indicated by A, B, C and D. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall to a wall stud. Check Blower Motor Orientation C4. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. Recommended locations on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Prepare Top Cabinet C3...
... on the mounting plate are indicated by A, B, C and D. 1 Remove the toggle wings from the wall to a wall stud. Check Blower Motor Orientation C4. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. Recommended locations on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Prepare Top Cabinet C3...
Installation Instructions
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... of the motor frame. 5 Place the blower unit back into the opening should be facing the front of the microwave. If the fan opening is already facing the front of the microwave oven. 4 Roll the blower unit 90° so that holds blower motor to Step C5. Blower Motor Retaining ...Screws Back of Microwave Oven 2 Open the blower door by lifting it up at the back of the microwave, skip to microwave oven. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Installation Instructions C3. ADAPTING...
... of the motor frame. 5 Place the blower unit back into the opening should be facing the front of the microwave. If the fan opening is already facing the front of the microwave oven. 4 Roll the blower unit 90° so that holds blower motor to Step C5. Blower Motor Retaining ...Screws Back of Microwave Oven 2 Open the blower door by lifting it up at the back of the microwave, skip to microwave oven. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Installation Instructions C3. ADAPTING...
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... FOR RECIRCULATION (cont.) 6 Remove the metal vent fan cover on the back of the microwave by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it up against cabinet bottom. 22 Blower Retaining Screw Blower Retaining Screws Back of top cabinet. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are... Instructions C4. Keep it tight throughout Steps 1-3. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in bottom of Microwave Oven CAUTION FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. C5. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around...
... FOR RECIRCULATION (cont.) 6 Remove the metal vent fan cover on the back of the microwave by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it up against cabinet bottom. 22 Blower Retaining Screw Blower Retaining Screws Back of top cabinet. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are... Instructions C4. Keep it tight throughout Steps 1-3. NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread power cord through hole in bottom of Microwave Oven CAUTION FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. C5. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around...
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...When properly installed, the wire mesh of the filter should be completely tightened later.) Be sure to Depth of the locking tabs. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. C6. Installation Instructions C5. Temporarily secure the oven by ... 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. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to keep power cord tight. Slide the filter down 2 buttons on each screw. Insert ...
...When properly installed, the wire mesh of the filter should be completely tightened later.) Be sure to Depth of the locking tabs. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. C6. Installation Instructions C5. Temporarily secure the oven by ... 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. Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to keep power cord tight. Slide the filter down 2 buttons on each screw. Insert ...