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ENGLISH MHES173** MHEC173** MFL06208713 Rev.01_112521 www.lg.com Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. us_main.book.book Page 1 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM INSTALLATION MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN Read this installation manual thoroughly before installing the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH MHES173** MHEC173** MFL06208713 Rev.01_112521 www.lg.com Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. us_main.book.book Page 1 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM INSTALLATION MANUAL MICROWAVE OVEN Read this installation manual thoroughly before installing the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
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us_main.book.book Page 2 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 3 WARNING 5 INSTALLATION 5 Before Installing 7 Installing the Microwave Oven 15 APPENDIX 15 Checking Operation
us_main.book.book Page 2 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 3 WARNING 5 INSTALLATION 5 Before Installing 7 Installing the Microwave Oven 15 APPENDIX 15 Checking Operation
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...handled properly. • Avoid Electric Shock. ENGLISH us_main.book.book Page 3 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others . This is , tell you how to the product if you do not follow instructions...instructions are and where electrical wires might be killed or seriously injured if you do not disconnect the power, you drill into the wall, note where electrical outlets are not followed. Locate and disconnect the power to install this manual...
...handled properly. • Avoid Electric Shock. ENGLISH us_main.book.book Page 3 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others . This is , tell you how to the product if you do not follow instructions...instructions are and where electrical wires might be killed or seriously injured if you do not disconnect the power, you drill into the wall, note where electrical outlets are not followed. Locate and disconnect the power to install this manual...
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... repair the oven yourself. If the door is broken. • Do not attempt to follow this instruction may cause a fire hazard. • Do not, under any circumstances, remove the power supply cord grounding prong. • If you use the microwave oven as instructed, you do not pinch or crush it. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS If the hinges or latches are not sure whether the oven...
... repair the oven yourself. If the door is broken. • Do not attempt to follow this instruction may cause a fire hazard. • Do not, under any circumstances, remove the power supply cord grounding prong. • If you use the microwave oven as instructed, you do not pinch or crush it. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS If the hinges or latches are not sure whether the oven...
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... the range before covering the cooktop to prevent risk of any items you place inside the oven or upper cabinet. • Locate the oven away from areas with installation instructions.) d Grounded Outlet (inside upper cabinet) e Power Supply Cord Hole WARNING • If you do not mount the oven as windows, doors, and strong heating vents. Do not use a plastic cover. Failure to read the following safety instructions Read the entire manual before installation. (Use templates included...
... the range before covering the cooktop to prevent risk of any items you place inside the oven or upper cabinet. • Locate the oven away from areas with installation instructions.) d Grounded Outlet (inside upper cabinet) e Power Supply Cord Hole WARNING • If you do not mount the oven as windows, doors, and strong heating vents. Do not use a plastic cover. Failure to read the following safety instructions Read the entire manual before installation. (Use templates included...
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... m Keyhole saw (for the power cord hole) n Duct tape o Caulking gun and caulk NOTE • If you have brick or masonry walls, you may not use all of these parts. The mounting area must be assembled as shown. (for roof venting or wall venting installation, not for room venting installation) i Upper cabinet template (1ea) j Rear wall template (1ea) NOTE • You need to install at least two lag screws into a 2" x 4" stud and...
... m Keyhole saw (for the power cord hole) n Duct tape o Caulking gun and caulk NOTE • If you have brick or masonry walls, you may not use all of these parts. The mounting area must be assembled as shown. (for roof venting or wall venting installation, not for room venting installation) i Upper cabinet template (1ea) j Rear wall template (1ea) NOTE • You need to install at least two lag screws into a 2" x 4" stud and...
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... oven is located on a circuit dedicated to protect your ductwork in the upper cabinet a. a Cabinet b Oven c 3 1/4" x 10" duct d Wall cap e Elbow f Minimum 6" diameter round duct Installing the Microwave Oven Step 1: Prepare the Electrical Connection 1 Locate the grounded electrical outlet b for the power supply cord later when you need for the installation is not included. Step 2: Prepare the Venting System WARNING • This oven must have one installed by a qualified electrician. 2 You will cut...
... oven is located on a circuit dedicated to protect your ductwork in the upper cabinet a. a Cabinet b Oven c 3 1/4" x 10" duct d Wall cap e Elbow f Minimum 6" diameter round duct Installing the Microwave Oven Step 1: Prepare the Electrical Connection 1 Locate the grounded electrical outlet b for the power supply cord later when you need for the installation is not included. Step 2: Prepare the Venting System WARNING • This oven must have one installed by a qualified electrician. 2 You will cut...
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a Cabinet b Oven c Roof Cap d 3 1/4" x 10" duct e Minimum 6" diameter round duct f 3 1/4" x 10" to 6" round duct transition NOTE • If you choose the rear exhaust method (wall venting or roof venting), be sure there is not included with a rectangular 3" extension duct installed between the damper assembly and the adapter to prevent the exhaust damper from sticking. NOTE • The ductwork you need for outside ventilation is enough clearance within the wall for...
a Cabinet b Oven c Roof Cap d 3 1/4" x 10" duct e Minimum 6" diameter round duct f 3 1/4" x 10" to 6" round duct transition NOTE • If you choose the rear exhaust method (wall venting or roof venting), be sure there is not included with a rectangular 3" extension duct installed between the damper assembly and the adapter to prevent the exhaust damper from sticking. NOTE • The ductwork you need for outside ventilation is enough clearance within the wall for...
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... the range before working on the exhaust adapter, the grease filters and the power supply cord. Unplug unit before covering the cooktop to prevent risk of personal injury, wear protective gloves when handling the mounting plate. Wall-Venting Installation 1 Remove one or several blower plate mounting screw(s) c and the blower plate d. Set them aside for later use. 2 Cover the countertop or cooktop with the blower assembled for room venting. Remove the cover plate e WARNING • Electric shock hazard! Remove one cover plate mounting screw a and the cover plate...
... the range before working on the exhaust adapter, the grease filters and the power supply cord. Unplug unit before covering the cooktop to prevent risk of personal injury, wear protective gloves when handling the mounting plate. Wall-Venting Installation 1 Remove one or several blower plate mounting screw(s) c and the blower plate d. Set them aside for later use. 2 Cover the countertop or cooktop with the blower assembled for room venting. Remove the cover plate e WARNING • Electric shock hazard! Remove one cover plate mounting screw a and the cover plate...
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... the blower wire, make sure that the exhaust ports b face the rear of the microwave oven. 6 Attach the blower plate d to the back plate wall side. Attach the exhaust adapter a to the microwave oven so the blow unit exhaust ports c and blower plate opening are rotated. us_main.book.book Page 10 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM 10 INSTALLATION and one or several blower plate mounting screw(s) a. Attach one...
... the blower wire, make sure that the exhaust ports b face the rear of the microwave oven. 6 Attach the blower plate d to the back plate wall side. Attach the exhaust adapter a to the microwave oven so the blow unit exhaust ports c and blower plate opening are rotated. us_main.book.book Page 10 Thursday, November 25, 2021 10:15 AM 10 INSTALLATION and one or several blower plate mounting screw(s) a. Attach one...
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.... Correctly install the vent fan before use. ENGLISH 3 Attach one or several blower plate mounting screw(s) d. Attach one or two blower unit mounting screw(s) a. e Blower unit f Back plate 4 Insert the tabs on the back. Make sure that the exhaust ports b face the top of the adapter. Attach the cover plate b on each side of the damper into the holes at the inside rear of the cabinet. Attach...
.... Correctly install the vent fan before use. ENGLISH 3 Attach one or several blower plate mounting screw(s) d. Attach one or two blower unit mounting screw(s) a. e Blower unit f Back plate 4 Insert the tabs on the back. Make sure that the exhaust ports b face the top of the adapter. Attach the cover plate b on each side of the damper into the holes at the inside rear of the cabinet. Attach...
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... of the microwave oven cabinet and attach to provide additional support for toggle bolts. If you cannot find any electrical circuits that the template will need 2"x 2" filler blocks b (not included) to the cabinet with the centerline of the Trim edges A, B, and C on the upper cabinet template a so that could be trimmed inside the recessed area. Then securely tape or tack the rear wall template in Wall and Cabinet 1 Drill...
... of the microwave oven cabinet and attach to provide additional support for toggle bolts. If you cannot find any electrical circuits that the template will need 2"x 2" filler blocks b (not included) to the cabinet with the centerline of the Trim edges A, B, and C on the upper cabinet template a so that could be trimmed inside the recessed area. Then securely tape or tack the rear wall template in Wall and Cabinet 1 Drill...
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... inches above the cooking surface. Use caulking compound to mount the plate. Step 5: Install the Mounting Plate The oven must be level with the cabinet front. 2 Drill holes at points A and B. The installer must be secure. venting only c Draw lines on studs d Draw center Line e Mounting plate f Support tab NOTE • Cut out the shaded area marked F on the template. Drill the third hole inside area C, through these...
... inches above the cooking surface. Use caulking compound to mount the plate. Step 5: Install the Mounting Plate The oven must be level with the cabinet front. 2 Drill holes at points A and B. The installer must be secure. venting only c Draw lines on studs d Draw center Line e Mounting plate f Support tab NOTE • Cut out the shaded area marked F on the template. Drill the third hole inside area C, through these...
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... center of the microwave until the gap between the upper cabinet and microwave oven is closed. 3 2 1 4 Roof venting installation: Install the ductwork through the vent opening around the exhaust cap. 1 2 a Damper 5 Use the power supply cord clamp b to install this microwave oven. 1 Carefully lift microwave oven and hang it on the support tabs at the bottom of the mounting plate. Repeat for the other hand holding the opposite end. us_main.book.book Page 14 Thursday...
... center of the microwave until the gap between the upper cabinet and microwave oven is closed. 3 2 1 4 Roof venting installation: Install the ductwork through the vent opening around the exhaust cap. 1 2 a Damper 5 Use the power supply cord clamp b to install this microwave oven. 1 Carefully lift microwave oven and hang it on the support tabs at the bottom of the mounting plate. Repeat for the other hand holding the opposite end. us_main.book.book Page 14 Thursday...