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Be sure to Consumer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 49-40765 03-16 GE Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to improper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Product failure due to Installer - ...of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. • ...
Be sure to Consumer - KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 49-40765 03-16 GE Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to improper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Product failure due to Installer - ...of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Installation Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions with the Consumer. • ...
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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 ...
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...employed to correct any of the prongs from this 63-85 pound product, plus additional oven loads of up to excessive weight of the microwave oven) or property damage, you and others. A qualified electrician must be capable of supporting the cabinet load, in addition to the ...this appliance is encountered, it must be connected to minimize the possibility of the proper voltage and frequency. CAUTION For personal safety, this microwave oven. Can cause injury or death: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED to the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code. This...
...employed to correct any of the prongs from this 63-85 pound product, plus additional oven loads of up to excessive weight of the microwave oven) or property damage, you and others. A qualified electrician must be capable of supporting the cabinet load, in addition to the ...this appliance is encountered, it must be connected to minimize the possibility of the proper voltage and frequency. CAUTION For personal safety, this microwave oven. Can cause injury or death: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED to the National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code. This...
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... Level 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 used to fill in the gap between the cabinets is greater than 30s, a Filler Panel Kit may be... 30s or More from door hinge side to block the airflow of obstructions. • If 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) Tin...
... Level 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 used to fill in the gap between the cabinets is greater than 30s, a Filler Panel Kit may be... 30s or More from door hinge side to block the airflow of obstructions. • If 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) Tin...
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... PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. Then carefully roll the oven and carton over onto the top side. B. The center of the stud. Stud finder - 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 studs. a... with a small nail to find the edges of any adjacent studs should be used as the rear wall template and for mounting. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. Do not remove...
... PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE A. Then carefully roll the oven and carton over onto the top side. B. The center of the stud. Stud finder - 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 studs. a... with a small nail to find the edges of any adjacent studs should be used as the rear wall template and for mounting. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag. Do not remove...
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...Your cabinets may have decorative trim that interferes with this type of installation with front overhang only, align the mounting tabs with the microwave installation. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Back Frame At least 30s,... up to 36s 30s to Cooktop 9 This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw a horizontal line on the back wall an equal distance below the cabinet...
...Your cabinets may have decorative trim that interferes with this type of installation with front overhang only, align the mounting tabs with the microwave installation. beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Cabinet Bottom Mounting Plate Tabs Touching the Back Frame At least 30s,... up to 36s 30s to Cooktop 9 This will keep the microwave level. 1 Measure the inside depth of the front overhang. 2 Draw a horizontal line on the back wall an equal distance below the cabinet...
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... in Step C for toggle bolts. For holes that the tabs are inside walls or cabinets. 4 Drill holes on the wall at the center of the microwave. WARNING Risk of Top Cabinet Hole B CAUTION Wear gloves to not drill into electrical wiring inside area E. Installation Instructions D. Area E Hole D 1 Draw a vertical line on...
... in Step C for toggle bolts. For holes that the tabs are inside walls or cabinets. 4 Drill holes on the wall at the center of the microwave. WARNING Risk of Top Cabinet Hole B CAUTION Wear gloves to not drill into electrical wiring inside area E. Installation Instructions D. Area E Hole D 1 Draw a vertical line on...
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...is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.) Recirculating (Non...-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is required for the non-vented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to that section. Select the type of ventilation: A....
...is shipped assembled for Outside Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Installation Instructions 2 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation required for your Owner's Manual for the kit number.) Recirculating (Non...-Vented Ductless) NOTE: This microwave is required for the non-vented exhaust. (See your installation and proceed to that section. Select the type of ventilation: A....
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... (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Recommended locations on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Mount Microwave Oven A7. Connect Ductwork A1 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL A B To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for Outside Ventilation A5. Prepare Top...
... (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Recommended locations on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. Mount Microwave Oven A7. Connect Ductwork A1 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL A B To use toggle bolts: Mounting Plate Spacing for Outside Ventilation A5. Prepare Top...
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...hole large enough for the exhaust adaptor. A3. CHECK BLOWER MOTOR ORIENTATION The blower fan blade opening is already facing the top of the microwave oven by sliding it down. AFTER: Fan Blade Roll Openings Facing Up NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the cabinet bottom. ...3 Attached the metal blower shield to the backside of the microwave, skip to Step A5. Installation Instructions A2. ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION (Cont.) • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE...
...hole large enough for the exhaust adaptor. A3. CHECK BLOWER MOTOR ORIENTATION The blower fan blade opening is already facing the top of the microwave oven by sliding it down. AFTER: Fan Blade Roll Openings Facing Up NOTE: Make sure wires remain routed in the cabinet bottom. ...3 Attached the metal blower shield to the backside of the microwave, skip to Step A5. Installation Instructions A2. ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION (Cont.) • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE...
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... cord. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Damper A6. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to the microwave using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at... Hooks Back of cabinet. 14 Make sure it catches in its upright position, with your cabinet is removed and damper pivots easily before mounting microwave. • Slide the damper into the opening. A5. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. NOTE: When mounting the...
... cord. CHECK FOR PROPER DAMPER OPERATION Damper A6. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to the microwave using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. Do not pinch cord or lift oven by turning the screw at... Hooks Back of cabinet. 14 Make sure it catches in its upright position, with your cabinet is removed and damper pivots easily before mounting microwave. • Slide the damper into the opening. A5. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. NOTE: When mounting the...
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...2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 15 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 MICROWAVE OVEN (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 -Side Adjustment, Slide the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A8. Turn two full turns on the website (GEAppliances.com). 1 ...
...2 Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape. 15 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 MICROWAVE OVEN (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 -Side Adjustment, Slide the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed A8. Turn two full turns on the website (GEAppliances.com). 1 ...
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.... Prepare Rear Wall B2. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to 3ø4s onto each bolt. 16 Mount the Microwave Oven B1. Prepare Top Cabinet B4. Recommended locations on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it to cut an opening , following the instructions of the...
.... Prepare Rear Wall B2. At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to 3ø4s onto each bolt. 16 Mount the Microwave Oven B1. Prepare Top Cabinet B4. Recommended locations on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE. • Tape it to cut an opening , following the instructions of the...
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... Back of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. CAUTION Be careful to avoid pinching fingers between the back of Microwave Oven 17 NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. : CAUTION Wear safety goggles ...TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the microwave by lifting it up. B3. B4. Pull the plate away from the wall to help tighten the bolts. Installation Instructions To use toggle bolts: ...
... Back of the mounting plate and the wall. 4 Tighten all bolts. CAUTION Be careful to avoid pinching fingers between the back of Microwave Oven 17 NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw, make sure the tabs on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. : CAUTION Wear safety goggles ...TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the microwave by lifting it up. B3. B4. Pull the plate away from the wall to help tighten the bolts. Installation Instructions To use toggle bolts: ...
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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 openings after removing the knockout plates. 8 Place the blower unit back into the opening . ..." plates, on both rear knockouts; Secure the blower to the oven). Back of the oven. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of the microwave oven. Using tin snips, carefully cut the web area from the grooves. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring...
... 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 openings after removing the knockout plates. 8 Place the blower unit back into the opening . ..." plates, on both rear knockouts; Secure the blower to the oven). Back of the oven. Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave Oven Back of the microwave oven. Using tin snips, carefully cut the web area from the grooves. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring...
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... to the top of the cord. NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use handle during installation. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 2 Rotate front of cabinet. 19 Keep it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the threads have engaged. (It .... Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Power Cord Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw...
... to the top of the cord. NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use handle during installation. See the Owner's Manual packed with the microwave. 2 Rotate front of cabinet. 19 Keep it forward, and hook slots at least two full turns after the threads have engaged. (It .... Temporarily secure the oven by pulling cord. IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Power Cord Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw...
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... bolt. 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Check Blower Motor Orientation C4. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. Attach Mounting Plate to a wall stud. Install Charcoal Filter C1 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL A B C D Attach the plate to mount the...
... bolt. 3 Place the mounting plate against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet. Check Blower Motor Orientation C4. Mount the Microwave Oven C6. Attach Mounting Plate to a wall stud. Install Charcoal Filter C1 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL A B C D Attach the plate to mount the...
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... grooves of the motor frame. 5 Place the blower unit back into the opening is already facing the front of the microwave. C4. Make sure the wires are facing toward the front of the microwave, skip to microwave oven. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower orientation. ADAPTING... screws that fan blade openings are not pinched. 21 CHECK BLOWER MOTOR ORIENTATION 1 The blower fan blade opening should be 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...
... grooves of the motor frame. 5 Place the blower unit back into the opening is already facing the front of the microwave. C4. Make sure the wires are facing toward the front of the microwave, skip to microwave oven. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower orientation. ADAPTING... screws that fan blade openings are not pinched. 21 CHECK BLOWER MOTOR ORIENTATION 1 The blower fan blade opening should be 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...
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...or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the blower door opening. 8 Secure the blower to the microwave using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. Slide blower shield onto the top of the cord. NOTE...plate. 2 Rotate front of oven up . C5. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN 7 Close the blower door. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION (cont.) 6 Remove the metal vent fan cover on the back of the microwave by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Blower Retaining Screw Blower Retaining Screws...
...or use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the blower door opening. 8 Secure the blower to the microwave using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf. Slide blower shield onto the top of the cord. NOTE...plate. 2 Rotate front of oven up . C5. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN 7 Close the blower door. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION (cont.) 6 Remove the metal vent fan cover on the back of the microwave by pulling cord. 1 Lift microwave, tilt it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Blower Retaining Screw Blower Retaining Screws...
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Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to keep power cord tight. Slide the filter down 2 buttons on each screw. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. C6. Charcoal Filter 3 Install the charcoal filter. Insert mesh-side up 4 Close .... (It will be visible from the front. 6 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to check the filter. 1 Open the filter door by turning the screw at the bottom until it comes free of the ...
Cabinet Front Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Equivalent to keep power cord tight. Slide the filter down 2 buttons on each screw. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN (cont.) 3 Insert a self-aligning screw through outer top cabinet holes. C6. Charcoal Filter 3 Install the charcoal filter. Insert mesh-side up 4 Close .... (It will be visible from the front. 6 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw Microwave Oven Top 4 Attach the microwave oven to check the filter. 1 Open the filter door by turning the screw at the bottom until it comes free of the ...