Installation requirements
Tools and Parts
Tools Needed
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
- Masking tape or thumbtacks
- Scissors
- No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
- No. 3 Phillips screwdriver for 1/4-20 x 3" bolts
- Drill
- 3/16" (5 mm), 3/18'' (10 mm), 5/18'' (16 mm) drill bits
- 3/4" (19 mm) hole saw
- Diagonal wire cutting pliers
- Stud finder
- 7/16" socket wrench (or box wrench) for 1/4" x 2" lag screws
- 1½" (3.8 cm) diam. hole drill bit for wood or metal cabinet
- Keyhole saw
- Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
- Duct tape
Parts Supplied
NOTE: The hardware items listed here are for wood studs. For other types of wall structures. be sure to use appropriate fasteners.
A. 3/16-24 x 3" round-head bolts (2)
B. 1/4-20 x 3" flat-head bolts (2)
C. Washers(2)
D. 3/16" toggle nuts (2)
E. 1/4" x 2" lag screws (2)
F. Sheet metal screws (2)
G. Power supply cord bushing (1)
H. Damper assembly (for wall or roof venting)
Not Shown:
- Upper cabinet template
- Mounting plate (attached to back of microwave oven)
- Cardboard template (part of packaging)
- Aluminum grease filters
- Charcoal filters (Depending on model. charcoal filters may not be included. See User Instructions.)
NOTE: Depending on model. aluminum grease filter and charcoal filter may be combined.
Materials Needed
Standard fittings for wall or roof venting. See “Venting Design Specifications” section.
Remove Cardboard Template
The cardboard piece from the top of the microwave oven packaging is perforated. The piece inside the perforation is for use as a rear wall template.
- Cut along the perforation to separate the template from the
- Set the cardboard template to the side and refer to it during
Location Requirements
Check the opening where the microwave oven will be installed. The location must provide:
- Minimum installation dimensions. See “Installation Dimensions” illustration.
- Minimum one 2" x 4" (50.8 x 101.6 mm) wood wall stud and minimum 3/8''. (10 mm) thickness drywall or plaster/lath within cabinet opening.
- Support for weight of 150 lbs (68 kg). which includes microwave oven and items placed inside the microwave oven and upper cabinet.
- Grounded electrical outlet inside upper cabinet. See “Electrical Requirements” section.
NOTES:
- If installing the microwave oven near a left sidewall. make sure there is at least 6" (15.2 cm) of clearance between the wall and the microwave oven. so that the door can open fully.
- Some cabinet and building materials are not designed to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for cooking. Check with your builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that the materials used will not discolor. delaminate or sustain other damages.
Special Requirements
- For Wall Venting Installation Only:
Cutout must be free of any obstructions so that the vent fits properly. and the damper blade opens freely and fully. - For Roof Venting Installation Only:
If you are using a rectangular to round transition piece. the 3" (7.6 cm) clearance needs to exist above the microwave oven so that the damper blade can open freely and fully.
See “Rectangular to Round Transition” illustration in “Venting Design Specifications” section.
Installation Dimensions
NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. See “Electrical Requirements” section.
*30” (76.2 cm) is typical for 66” (167.6 cm) installation height.
Exact dimensions may vary depending on type of range/ cooktop below.
Product Dimensions
Overall depth of product will vary slightly depending on door design.
Electrical Requirements
WARNING!
Electrical Shock Hazard
- Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
- Do not remove ground prong.
- Do not use an adapter.
- Do not use an extension cord.
- Failure to follow these instructions can result in death. fire. or electrical shock.
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Required:
- A 120 volt. 60 Hz. AC only. 15- or 20-amp electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker.
Recommended:
- A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.
- A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit. grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood. or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short. have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven.
Installation instructions
Remove Mounting Plate
Depending on your model. the mounting plate may be in the foam packaging. or it may be attached to the back of the microwave oven.
NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the work surface. cover the work surface.
- Remove any remaining contents from the microwave oven
- If the mounting plate is attached to the back of the microwave
- Tape the microwave oven door closed so that door does not
NOTE: To avoid damage to the microwave oven. do not grip or use the door or door handle while the microwave oven is being handled.
Rotate Blower Motor
The microwave oven is set for recirculation installation. For wall or roof venting. changes must be made to the venting system.
NOTE: Skip this section if you are using recirculation installation. Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is changed. or the microwave oven is reinstalled in another location where wall or roof venting may be used.
Wall Venting Installation Only
1. Remove screws attaching damper plate to top of microwave oven exterior. Slide damper plate toward the front of the microwave oven and lift up.
A. Screws B. Damper plate
2. Keep damper plate and screws together and set aside.
3. Remove 2 screws attaching blower motor to back of microwave oven.
A. Screws (in recessed holes)
4. Lift blower motor out of microwave oven.
A. Blower motor
5. Rotate blower motor 180° so that exhaust ports face the back of microwave oven, and lower blower motor back into the microwave oven.
A. Exhaust port
6. Reattach blower motor to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in step 3.
7. Reattach damper plate. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into the slots in the top of the microwave oven.
A. Damper plate B. Screws C. Damper plate tabs D. Slots
8. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 1.
Roof Venting Installation Only
1. Repeat Step 1 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
2. Repeat Step 2 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
3. Repeat Step 3 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
4. Repeat Step 4 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
5. Rotate blower motor so that exhaust ports face the top of microwave oven, and flat sides of blower motor face back of microwave oven. Lower blower motor back into microwave oven.
A. Exhaust port
IMPORTANT: If blower motor is not positioned with flat sides facing the back of the microwave oven (as shown). performance will be poor.
6. Reattach blower motor to back of microwave oven with 2 screws removed in Step 3 of “Wall Venting Installation Only.” Securely tighten screws.
NOTE: If blower motor is not correctly oriented. the 2 screws removed in Step 3 cannot be reattached to the microwave oven.
7. Reattach damper plate. Make sure damper plate tabs are inserted into the slots in the top of the microwave oven.
A. Damper plate B. Screws C. Damper plate tabs D. Slots
8. Secure damper plate with 2 screws removed in Step 1 of “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
Locate Wall Stud(s)
NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the cabinet opening,do not install the microwave oven.
- Using a stud finder. locate the edges of the wall stud(s) within
- Mark the center of each stud. and draw a plumb line down
Possible Wall Stud Configurations
These depictions show examples of preferred installation configurations with the mounting plate.
No Wall Studs at End Holes
Figure 1
No Wall Studs at End Holes
Figure 2
NOTE: If wall stud is within 6" (15.2 cm) of the vertical centerline (see “Mark Rear Wall” section). only recirculation or roof venting installation can be done.
Wall Stud at End Hole
Figure 3
Wall Studs at End Holes
Figure 4
A. End holes (on mounting plate)
B. Cabinet opening vertical centerline
C. Wall stud centerlines
D. Holes for lag screws
E. Support tabs
F. Mounting plate center markers
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the wall at both end holes drilled into the wall studs and/or drywall using either 3/16-24 x 3" round-head bolts and toggle nuts or 1/4 x 2" lag screws.
Refer to illustrations in “Possible Wall Stud Configurations” in “Locate Wall Stud(s)” section.
No Wall Studs at End Holes (Figures 1 and 2)
NOTE: The mounting plate must be secured to the wall on at least 1 wall stud as well as at both ends.
1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward.
2. Start toggle nuts on bolts from the back of the mounting
3. Position mounting plate on the wall.
4. Push the 2 bolts with toggle nuts through the drywall, and finger tighten the bolts to make sure toggle nuts have opened against drywall.
5. Insert lag screw(s) into the hole(s) drilled into wall stud(s) in
Step 2 of “Installation for No Wall Studs at End Holes” in the “Drill Holes in Rear Wall” section.
6. Check alignment of mounting plate. making sure it is level.
7. Securely tighten all lag screws and bolts.
Wall Stud at One End Hole (Figure 3)
1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward.
2. Start a toggle nut on the bolt from the back of the mounting plate. Leave enough space for the toggle nut to go through the wall and to open.
3. Position mounting plate on the wall.
4. Push the bolt with toggle nut through the drywall, and finger tighten the bolt to make sure toggle nut has opened against drywall.
5. Insert a lag screw into the remaining end hole.
6. If installing on a second wall stud, insert a lag screw into the other hole drilled in Step 2 of “Installation for Wall Stud at One End Hole” in the “Drill Holes in Rear Wall” section.
7. Check alignment of mounting plate. making sure it is level.
8. Securely tighten the lag screw(s) and bolt.
Wall Studs at Both End Holes (Figure 4)
1. Position mounting plate on the wall.
2. Insert lag screws into both end holes.
3. Check alignment of mounting plate. making sure it is level.
4. Securely tighten the lag screws.
Prepare Upper Cabinet
1. Disconnect power to outlet.
2. Remove all contents from upper cabinet.
3. Place Upper Cabinet Template against the bottom of the upper cabinet, and attach with tape or thumbtacks. Make sure the template centerline aligns with the vertical centerline on the rear wall. The “rear wall” arrows must be against the rear wall so that the holes cut into the upper cabinet align with the holes in the top of the microwave oven.
NOTES:
- If the upper cabinet has a frame around it. trim the template edges so that it fits inside the frame. against the upper cabinet bottom. The template has trim lines to use as guides.
- If the wall behind the microwave oven (as installed) has a partial wall covering (for example. tile backsplash). be sure the “Rear Wall” arrows align to the thickest part of the rear wall (for example. the thickness of the tiles rather than the drywall).
4. Make sure the 10" (25.4 cm) dimension from the rear wall to points “D” and “E” on the template is maintained.
5. Cut the 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole at the circular shaded area “G” on the template. This hole is for the power supply cord.
NOTE: If upper cabinet is metal. the supply cord bushing needs to be installed around the supply cord hole as shown.
6. Drill 3/8''. (10 mm) holes at points “D” and “E” on the template. These are for two 1/4-20 x 3" bolts and washers used to secure the microwave oven to the upper cabinet.
For Roof Venting Installation Only
7. Cut 3/4" (19 mm) hole at one corner of the shaded rectangular
8. Using a keyhole saw. cut out the rectangular area.
Install Damper Assembly
1. Check that damper blade moves freely and opens fully.
2. Position the damper assembly on the back of the microwave oven so that the damper blade hinge is at the top, and the damper blade opens away from the microwave oven.
3. Secure damper assembly with 2 sheet metal screws.
Install the Microwave Oven
IMPORTANT: The control side of the microwave oven is the heavy side. Handle the microwave oven gently.
1. Place a washer on each 1/4-20 x 3" flat-head bolt and place inside upper cabinet near the 3/8" (10 mm) holes.
2. Make sure the microwave oven door is closed and taped shut.
3. Using 2 or more people, lift microwave oven and hang it on support tabs at the bottom of mounting plate.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the microwave oven. do not grip or use the door or door handle while the microwave oven is being handled.
4. With front of microwave oven still tilted, thread power supply cord through the power supply cord hole in the bottom of the upper cabinet.
5. Rotate microwave oven up toward upper cabinet.
NOTE: If venting through the wall. make sure the damper assembly fits easily into the vent in the wall cutout.
6. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in place.
NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to be adjusted. skip steps 7-9.
7. If adjustment is required. rotate microwave oven downward.
Using 2 or more people. lift microwave oven off of mounting plate. and set aside on a covered surface.
8. Loosen mounting plate screws. Adjust mounting plate and
9. Repeat steps 3-6.
10. With the microwave oven centered. and with at least one
NOTES:
- Some upper cabinets may require bolts longer or shorter than 3" (7.6 cm). Longer or shorter bolts are available at most hardware stores.
- Overtightening bolts may warp the top of the microwave oven. To avoid warping. wood filler blocks (installer to provide) may be added. The blocks must be the same thickness as the space between the upper cabinet bottom and the microwave oven.
For Roof Venting Installation Only
- Insert damper assembly through the cabinet cutout so that the long tab of the damper assembly slides under the raised tabs of the damper plate. Then secure with sheet metal screw.
- Connect vent to damper assembly.
Complete Installation
- Install filters. Refer to the User Instructions
- Plug microwave oven into grounded 3 prong outlet.
- Reconnect power.
- Check the operation of microwave oven by placing 1 cup (250 mL) of water on the turntable and programming a cook time of 1 minute at 100% power. Test vent fan and exhaust by operating the vent fan.
- If the microwave oven does not operate:
- Check that a household fuse has not blown. or that a circuit breaker has not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues. call an electrician.
- Check that the power supply cord is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
- See the User Instructions for troubleshooting information.
Installation is now complete.
Microwave Oven Care
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are OFF and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.
To avoid damage to the microwave oven caused by arcing due to soil buildup, keep cavity, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame clean.
Clean with mild soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge or as indicated below.
- Grease filters: mild soap and water or dishwasher
- Door and exterior: mild soap and water, or glass cleaner applied to paper towel
- Control panel: sponge or soft cloth and water
- Stainless steel (on some models): mild soap and water, then rinse with clean water and dry with soft cloth, or use stainless steel cleaner.
- Turntable: mild soap and water or dishwasher
Installing/Replacing Filters and Light Bulbs
- Grease filters: Grease filters are on the underside of microwave oven. Clean monthly. Slide the filter away from the tab area and drop out the filter. To reinstall, place end of the filter into the opening opposite the tab area, swing up the other end, and slide it toward the tab area.
- Charcoal filter: The charcoal filter is behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced about every 6 months. Remove 2 screws on the vent grille, slide the vent grille to the left, tilt it forward, lift it out, and remove the filter. To reinstall, place the filter into its 2-hook area with the wire mesh side to the front. Replace the vent grille by inserting the 3 bottom latch hooks of the vent grille into the front holes, tilt the vent grille backwards, slide it to the right, and secure with screws.
- Cooktop light: The cooktop light is located on the underside of the microwave oven and is replaceable. Remove bulb cover screw and open the bulb cover. Replace bulb, close bulb cover, and secure with screw.
- Cavity light: The cavity light bulb is located behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven, under the bulb cover, and is replaceable. Remove 2 screws on the vent grille, slide the vent grille to the left, tilt it forward, and lift it out. Open the bulb cover and replace bulb. To reinstall, close bulb cover. Replace the vent grille by inserting the 3 bottom latch hooks of the vent grille into the front holes, tilt the vent grille backwards, slide it to the right, and secure with screws.
Troubleshooting
1. Microwave oven will not operate
Check the following:
- Household fuse or circuit breaker: If a household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped, replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
- Magnetron: Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps in the bullets below. If microwave oven still does not operate, call for service.
- Door: Firmly close door. On some models, if a packaging spacer is attached to the inside of the door, remove it, then firmly close door. If a message about the door appears in the display, the door has been closed for 5 minutes or more without the microwave oven being started. This occurs to avoid unintended starting of the microwave oven. Open and close the door, then start the cycle.
- Control: Make sure control is set properly. Make sure Control Lock is OFF. Make sure Demo mode (on some models) is OFF.
2. Arcing in the microwave oven
Check the following:
- Soil buildup: Soil buildup on cavity walls, microwave inlet cover, cooking rack supports, and area where the door touches the frame can cause arcing. See “General Cleaning” in “Microwave Oven Care” section.
3. Turntable alternates rotation directions
■ This is normal and depends on motor rotation at the beginning of the cycle.
4. Display shows messages
■ A flashing “:” or “PF” means there has been a power failure. Reset the clock.
■ A letter followed by a number is an error indicator. Call for assistance.
5. Fan running during cooktop usage
■ This is normal. The microwave oven’s cooling fan (on some models), which is separate from the vent fan, automatically comes on during microwave oven operation to cool the microwave oven. It may also automatically come on and cycle on and off to cool the microwave oven’s controls while the cooktop below is being used.
6. Radio, TV, or cordless phone interference
Check the following:
- Proximity: Move the receiver away from the microwave oven or adjust the radio or TV antenna.
- Soil: Make sure the microwave oven door and sealing surfaces are clean.
- Frequency: Some 2.4 GHz-based cordless phones and home wireless networks may experience static or noise while microwave oven is ON. Use a corded phone, a different frequency cordless phone, or avoid using these items during microwave oven operation.
