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READ CAREFULLY. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Be sure to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - Installation Instructions Over the...
READ CAREFULLY. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Be sure to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - Installation Instructions Over the...
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... Top Cabinet 19 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing the Charcoal Filter 22 Before You Use Your Microwave 23 Step-by-step installation guide Placement of Mounting Plate 8-10 Removing the Mounting Plate 8 Finding the Wall 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 to Wall 12 Preparation of Top Cabinet 13 Check for Proper Damper...
... Top Cabinet 19 Adapting Microwave Blower for Recirculation 20, 21 Mount the Microwave Oven ..........21, 22 Installing the Charcoal Filter 22 Before You Use Your Microwave 23 Step-by-step installation guide Placement of Mounting Plate 8-10 Removing the Mounting Plate 8 Finding the Wall 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 to Wall 12 Preparation of Top Cabinet 13 Check for Proper Damper...
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... Wire size must be capable of supporting the cabinet load, in addition to the added weight of this product cannot be installed in the cabinet above the microwave oven. Ensure proper ground exists before use with an extension cord. Do not use The ...Can cause injury or death: DO NOT, under ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS), a qualified electrician should be employed to correct any of Electric Shock. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A qualified electrician must be connected to a supply circuit of the proper voltage and frequency. CAUTION: To avoid ...
... Wire size must be capable of supporting the cabinet load, in addition to the added weight of this product cannot be installed in the cabinet above the microwave oven. Ensure proper ground exists before use with an extension cord. Do not use The ...Can cause injury or death: DO NOT, under ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS), a qualified electrician should be employed to correct any of Electric Shock. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A qualified electrician must be connected to a supply circuit of the proper voltage and frequency. CAUTION: To avoid ...
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...outside. Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any vent hood. Installation Instructions HOOD EXHAUST NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed... to page 6. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. Total Length = 41 Ft. * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to accommodate exhaust. 4 NOTE: For back exhaust, care should be cut to ...
...outside. Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any vent hood. Installation Instructions HOOD EXHAUST NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed... to page 6. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. Total Length = 41 Ft. * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to accommodate exhaust. 4 NOTE: For back exhaust, care should be cut to ...
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... straight duct which is required, a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor must be used , the bottom corners of the damper will have to be installed using the most direct route and with any vent hood. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT. Straight Duct 6″ Round or 1 Ft... with a standard 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangular duct. x () = Ft. 25 Ft. x () = Ft. The chart below shows you need to install ducts, note that venting be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the damper. 5 Total Ductwork = Ft...
... straight duct which is required, a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor must be used , the bottom corners of the damper will have to be installed using the most direct route and with any vent hood. Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT. Straight Duct 6″ Round or 1 Ft... with a standard 31⁄4″ x 10″ rectangular duct. x () = Ft. 25 Ft. x () = Ft. The chart below shows you need to install ducts, note that venting be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the damper. 5 Total Ductwork = Ft...
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... contained in shipment, return the unit to make sure you have all these parts. Installation Instructions DAMAGE - ADDITIONAL PARTS PART Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 1 Packed Grease Filter 6 NOTE: Some extra parts are included. PARTS INCLUDED HARDWARE PACKET PART Wood Screws (1⁄4″ x 2″) Toggle Bolts (and...
... contained in shipment, return the unit to make sure you have all these parts. Installation Instructions DAMAGE - ADDITIONAL PARTS PART Top Cabinet Template QUANTITY 1 Rear Wall 1 Template Installation 1 Instructions Separately 1 Packed Grease Filter 6 NOTE: Some extra parts are included. PARTS INCLUDED HARDWARE PACKET PART Wood Screws (1⁄4″ x 2″) Toggle Bolts (and...
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...• The space between the cabinets must be 30″ wide and free of obstructions. • If the space between the cabinets is for installation over ranges up to 36″ wide. • If you are going to vent your model. • This microwave oven is greater than ...30″, a Filler Panel Kit may be 30″ or More from the Cooking Surface 30″ min. Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional) Tin snips (for cutting damper...
...• The space between the cabinets must be 30″ wide and free of obstructions. • If the space between the cabinets is for installation over ranges up to 36″ wide. • If you are going to vent your model. • This microwave oven is greater than ...30″, a Filler Panel Kit may be 30″ or More from the Cooking Surface 30″ min. Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED # 1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional) Tin snips (for cutting damper...
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...a small nail to find the edges of the studs. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. 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. OR B. This will be 16″ or 24″ from the mounting plate. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. You may discard these screws. 8 a magnetic device which locates nails. Use a hammer to tap lightly across...
...a small nail to find the edges of the studs. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. 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. OR B. This will be 16″ or 24″ from the mounting plate. Installation Instructions 1 PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. You may discard these screws. 8 a magnetic device which locates nails. Use a hammer to tap lightly across...
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...Front Overhang Depth 30″ to make it level. beneath recessed bottom cabinet with front overhang Mounting Plate with the microwave installation. If the cabinets have decorative trim that interferes with Tabs Below Cabinet Bottom the Same Distance as described in Step D.... WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position - THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL. Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to Cooktop Plate position - Installation Instructions C. This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw...
...Front Overhang Depth 30″ to make it level. beneath recessed bottom cabinet with front overhang Mounting Plate with the microwave installation. If the cabinets have decorative trim that interferes with Tabs Below Cabinet Bottom the Same Distance as described in Step D.... WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position - THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL. Remove the decorative trim to install the microwave properly and to Cooktop Plate position - Installation Instructions C. This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw...
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... one wood screw mounted firmly in area E and draw a fifth circle to use at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with the stud. Installation Instructions D. NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS TIME. 10 Hole D NOTE: Holes C and D are touching the bottom of the mounting plate to avoid...
... one wood screw mounted firmly in area E and draw a fifth circle to use at holes A, B, C and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with the stud. Installation Instructions D. NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS TIME. 10 Hole D NOTE: Holes C and D are touching the bottom of the mounting plate to avoid...
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Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is designed for adaptation to that section. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Select the type of ventilation:...(NON-VENTED DUCTLESS) See page 19 11 A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the nonvented exhaust. (See your Owner's Manual for your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation required for the kit number.)
Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is designed for adaptation to that section. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) C. Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Select the type of ventilation:...(NON-VENTED DUCTLESS) See page 19 11 A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the nonvented exhaust. (See your Owner's Manual for your installation and proceed to the following three types of ventilation required for the kit number.)
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... bolt. 12 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. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from...
... bolt. 12 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. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from...
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...Oven • Place the microwave in the cabinet bottom. A3. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Damper CAUTION: 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. Be careful...of mounting plate. Make sure it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the microwave is metal, use handle during installation. NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. Do not pinch cord or lift oven...
...Oven • Place the microwave in the cabinet bottom. A3. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Damper CAUTION: 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. Be careful...of mounting plate. Make sure it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the microwave is metal, use handle during installation. NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. Do not pinch cord or lift oven...
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... 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 14 A5. Turn two full turns on each screw. Installation Instructions A4. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten center screw completely. 7 Tighten the outer two screws to the top 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. 8 Install grease filter. Damper Back of Microwave Oven For Side-to the house duct.
... 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 14 A5. Turn two full turns on each screw. Installation Instructions A4. CONNECTING DUCTWORK House Duct 6 Tighten center screw completely. 7 Tighten the outer two screws to the top 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. 8 Install grease filter. Damper Back of Microwave Oven For Side-to the house duct.
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... REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need to the rear wall, lining up with the holes previously drilled for outside exhaust. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from...
... REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST You need to the rear wall, lining up with the holes previously drilled for outside exhaust. Installation Instructions B OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud. 1 Remove the toggle wings from...
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.... CAUTION: Be careful to adjust the blower unit. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Installation Instructions To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to help tighten the bolts. USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION OF TOP...
.... CAUTION: Be careful to adjust the blower unit. NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. Installation Instructions To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for the power cord to help tighten the bolts. USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION OF TOP...
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...through the adaptor and the blower door and into the back of microwave oven. 8 Secure the blower to ensure that the damper hinge is installed so that it is at the top and that fan blade openings are not pinched. Blower Wires Routed Through Right Side Wires Routed Through ...Left Side 6 Roll the blower unit 90° so that the damper swings freely. Close the blower door and secure it into the opening. Installation Instructions B4. Reinstall the upper blower motor screw through grooves on rear of the microwave oven. Before Rotation After Rotation 7 Place the blower unit ...
...through the adaptor and the blower door and into the back of microwave oven. 8 Secure the blower to ensure that the damper hinge is installed so that it is at the top and that fan blade openings are not pinched. Blower Wires Routed Through Right Side Wires Routed Through ...Left Side 6 Roll the blower unit 90° so that the damper swings freely. Close the blower door and secure it into the opening. Installation Instructions B4. Reinstall the upper blower motor screw through grooves on rear of the microwave oven. Before Rotation After Rotation 7 Place the blower unit ...
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.... 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN CAUTION: FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. Installation Instructions B5. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to bottom of Cabinet... Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to Depth of cabinet. 8 Install grease filter. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting...
.... 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN CAUTION: FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN. Installation Instructions B5. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush to bottom of Cabinet... Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to Depth of cabinet. 8 Install grease filter. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting...
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... Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Adapt Blower C4. Installation Instructions C RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. Prepare Top Cabinet C3. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to mount the plate.... Install Charcoal Filter C1. Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through . • Read the instructions on the TOP ...
... Wall Bolt End 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Adapt Blower C4. Installation Instructions C RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. Prepare Top Cabinet C3. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to mount the plate.... Install Charcoal Filter C1. Pull the plate away from the bolts. 2 Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through . • Read the instructions on the TOP ...
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Installation Instructions C3. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit. AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward NOTE: Make sure ...
Installation Instructions C3. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit. AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward NOTE: Make sure ...