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MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION
This product is suitable for use above electric or gas cooking products up to 36" (91.4 cm) wide.
These installation instructions cover different models. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the
illustration in these installation instructions.
NOTES:
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the warranty.
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT: Read Installation Instructions thoroughly before beginning installation. Save Installation Instructions for local house
inspector's use.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY .............................. 1
VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS.............................................. 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................... 3
Tools and Parts............................................................................... 3
Location Requirements................................................................... 4
Product Dimensions ....................................................................... 4
Electrical Requirements .................................................................. 5
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................... 5
Remove Mounting Plate ................................................................. 5
Convert Oven to External Venting .................................................. 5
Locate Wall Stud(s) ......................................................................... 7
Mark Rear Wall................................................................................ 8
Drill Holes in Rear Wall.................................................................... 8
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ........................................................ 9
Prepare Upper Cabinet................................................................. 10
Install the Oven ............................................................................. 10
Complete Installation .................................................................... 12
ASSISTANCE ................................................................................... 12
Replacement Parts ....................................................................... 12
Accessories................................................................................... 12
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
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You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. IMPORTANT: Read Installation Instructions thoroughly before beginning installation. Save Installation Instructions for local house inspector’s use. 8205272... -
Page 2: Venting Design Specifications
VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS This section is intended for architectural designer and builder/contractor reference only. NOTES: Rectangular to Round Transition NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between Vent materials needed for installation are not provided with microwave hood. the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round transition piece so that the damper can open freely and fully. -
Page 3: Installation Requirements
6" (15.2 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total Recommended Vent Length x 10 (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6 (15.2 cm) round vent " " " should be used. 6 ft (1.8 m) The total length of the vent system including straight vent, elbow(s), transitions and wall or roof caps must not exceed the equivalent of 140 ft (42.7 m) for either type of vent. -
Page 4: Location Requirements
Installation Dimensions Location Requirements NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper cabinet. See “Electrical Requirements” section. Check the opening where the oven will be installed. The location must provide: Minimum installation dimensions. See “Installation Dimensions” illustration. Minimum one 2"... -
Page 5: Electrical Requirements
Electrical Requirements WARNING 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. - Page 6 2. With vent deflector oriented as shown (wide side down), slide it back and under the back edge of the vent opening. Wall Venting Installation Only To Remove Wall Damper Vent Cover: 1. Locate the wall damper vent cover on the back of the oven. 2.
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Page 7: Locate Wall Stud(S)
Locate Wall Stud(s) NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the cabinet opening, do not 1. Using a stud finder, locate the edges of the wall stud(s) within install the oven. the opening. See illustrations in “Possible Wall Stud Configurations.” 2. -
Page 8: Mark Rear Wall
Wall Venting Installation Only Mark Rear Wall The microwave oven must be installed on a minimum of 1 wall Centerline Upper Cabinet Bottom stud, preferably 2, using a minimum of 1 lag screw, preferably 2 or more. 1. Using measuring tape, find and clearly mark the vertical centerline of the opening. -
Page 9: Attach Mounting Plate To Wall
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the wall at all 4 corner holes drilled into the wall studs and/or drywall using either 1/4-20 x 3" One Wall Stud at Two Corner Holes (Figure 3) round-head bolts and toggle nuts or 1/4 x 2" lag screws. 1. -
Page 10: Prepare Upper Cabinet
Prepare Upper Cabinet Install the Oven 1. Disconnect power to outlet. WARNING 2. Remove all contents from upper cabinet. 3. Place Upper Cabinet Template against the bottom of the Excessive Weight Hazard upper cabinet, and tape or tack it in place. Make sure the template centerline aligns with the vertical centerline on the Use two or more people to move and install rear wall. - Page 11 4. With front of oven still tilted, thread power supply cord through the power supply cord hole in the bottom of the upper For Roof Venting Installation Only cabinet. 1. Insert damper assembly through the cabinet cutout so that the long tab of the damper assembly slides into the slot on the left side of the damper vent opening, as shown.
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Page 12: Complete Installation
Save Installation Instructions for future use. A. Filler panels Filler Panel Kit Number 8171336 White 8171337 Black 8171338 Biscuit 8171339 Stainless Steel 99403 Almond See your authorized dealer or service center for details. 8205272 4619-656-13671 8/05 © 2005. Printed in China All rights reserved.