MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This product is suitable for use above electric or gas cooking products up to and including 36" (91.4 cm) wide. See “Installation
Requirements” section for further notes.
These installation instructions cover different models. The appearance of your particular model may differ slightly from the illustration in
these installation instructions.
Table of Contents
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY .............................. 1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................... 2
Tools and Parts............................................................................... 2
Location Requirements................................................................... 2
Product Dimensions ....................................................................... 3
Electrical Requirements.................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................... 4
Remove Mounting Plate ................................................................. 4
Rotate Blower Motor....................................................................... 4
Locate Wall Stud(s)......................................................................... 6
Mark Rear Wall................................................................................ 6
Drill Holes in Rear Wall.................................................................... 7
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall........................................................ 7
Prepare Upper Cabinet................................................................... 8
Install the Microwave Oven ............................................................ 8
Complete Installation...................................................................... 9
VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS............................................ 10
ASSISTANCE ................................................................................... 11
Replacement Parts ....................................................................... 11
Accessories................................................................................... 11
MICROWAVE HOOD COMBINATION SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
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:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
DANGER
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
follow
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.
W10188238A
Installation Dimensions
NOTE: The grounded 3 prong outlet must be inside the upper
cabinet. See “Electrical Requirements” section.
Electrical Requirements
A
B
WARNING
30"
(76.2 cm)
min.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
30" (76.2 cm) typical*
12" (30.5 cm) min.
Do not use an extension cord.
66" (167.6 cm) min.
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
■
A. 2" x 4" wall stud
B. Grounded 3 prong outlet
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.
*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
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.
15⁷⁄₈"
16¹⁵⁄₁₆"
(40.4 cm)
(43.0 cm)
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2. Remove the blower motor screw from the back of the
microwave oven, then lift out blower motor.
Remove Mounting Plate
NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the work surface, cover the
work surface.
A
1. Remove any remaining contents from the microwave oven
cavity.
2. Remove the 2 screws that attach the mounting plate to the
back of the microwave oven, then remove mounting plate and
set aside.
B
A. Blower motor
B. Blower motor screw
3. Using diagonal wire cutting pliers, snip out the rear damper
vent covers at the perforations.
B
A
B
A
A. Mounting plate
B. Back of microwave oven
C
A. Damper vent covers
B. Perforations
3. Reattach the 2 screws.
4. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that door does not
C. Diagonal wire cutting pliers
swing open while the microwave oven is being handled.
4. Rotate blower motor 180° so that exhaust ports face the back
of microwave oven, and lower blower motor back into the
microwave oven.
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.
A
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
A. Exhaust port
1. Remove damper plate screw and top blower motor screw
attaching damper plate to top of microwave oven exterior. Lift
up damper plate.
5. Close damper plate, and reinsert top blower motor screw
removed in Step 1.
C
A
B
A
B
A. Top blower motor screw
B. Damper plate
A. Damper plate screw
B. Damper plate
C. Top blower motor screw
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6. Attach damper assembly to the rear exhaust vent opening by
sliding it down into the guides on both sides of the opening,
and pushing it into the lower locking tabs.
NOTE: Make sure the assembly is oriented correctly, with the
hinge at the top, and the blade opening away from the microwave
oven.
4. Close damper plate and secure it with screw removed in
Step 1 of “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
A
B
A
C
A. Damper plate screw
B. Damper plate
C. Blower motor screw
B
C
5. Reinsert blower motor screw removed in Step 2 of “Wall
Venting Installation Only.”
6. Attach damper assembly to damper plate by sliding it into the
guides on both sides of the damper plate’s exhaust vent
opening, and pushing it onto the locking tabs.
D
NOTE: Make sure the assembly is oriented correctly, with the
hinge at the back, and the blade opening upward.
E
F
A
B
A. Damper assembly
B. Lower locking tabs
C. Guides
D. Damper blade (open)
E. Damper plate screw
F. Blower motor screw
C
7. Secure damper plate through damper assembly frame with
D
the damper plate screw removed in Step 1.
8. Open the damper blade, and reinsert the blower motor screw
E
removed in Step 2.
Roof Venting Installation Only
1. Repeat Step 1 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
2. Repeat Step 2 from “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
3. 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. Guides
B. Locking tabs
C. Damper assembly
D. Top blower motor screw
E. Damper blade (open)
A
7. Open the damper blade, and secure the blower motor to the
microwave oven with the top blower motor screw removed in
Step 1 of “Wall Venting Installation Only.”
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.
5
Locate Wall Stud(s)
Mark Rear Wall
NOTE: If no wall studs exist within the cabinet opening, do not
The microwave oven must be installed on a minimum of 1 wall
stud, preferably 2, using a minimum of 1 lag screw, preferably 2.
install the microwave oven.
See illustrations in “Possible Wall Stud Configurations.”
1. Using measuring tape, find and clearly mark the vertical
centerline of the opening.
1. Using a stud finder, locate the edges of the wall stud(s) within
the opening.
2. Mark the center of each stud, and draw a plumb line down
each stud center. See illustrations in “Possible Wall Stud
Configurations.”
A
Possible Wall Stud Configurations
These depictions show examples of preferred installation
configurations with the mounting plate.
A. Centerline
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.
2. Mark the centerline 14¹⁄₂" (36.8 cm) down from bottom edge of
the upper cabinet (or flush line, if upper cabinet has a hanging
front edge – see illustration).
Figure 1 - One Wall Stud
A
A
A
C
B
F
E
D
C
14¹⁄₂"
(36.8 cm)
B
E
B
E
D
D
A. Rear wall
B. Hanging front edge of upper cabinet
C. Flush line
NOTE: Holes are for installation with 1 lag screw into the wall stud
and 2 toggle bolts through the drywall.
D. Mark for top edge of mounting plate
E. Bottom of smooth bottom upper cabinet
Figure 2 - Two Wall Studs
3. Using a straightedge, draw a level, horizontal line through the
mark made in Step 2. This represents the top edge of the
mounting plate.
A
C
F
D
C
D
4. Remove the mounting plate and check the markings:
Upper cabinet bottom
E
E
Centerline
14¹⁄₂"
(36.8 cm)
NOTE: Holes are for installation with 2 lag screws into the wall
studs.
Top edge of mounting plate
A. Cabinet opening vertical centerline
B. Holes for toggle bolts
C. Wall stud centerlines
The top edge line must be 14¹⁄₂" (36.8 cm) from the bottom of
the upper cabinet, and must be level.
D. Holes for lag screws
E. Support tabs
F. Mounting plate center marker
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5. With the support tabs facing forward (see illustrations in
“Locate Wall Stud(s)” section, align the mounting plate center
marker to the centerline on the wall, making sure its top edge
is aligned with the horizontal line drawn in Step 3. Make sure
the mounting plate is level.
Drill Holes in Rear Wall
In addition to being installed on at least 1 wall stud, the mounting
plate must attach to the wall through mounting holes on both
ends. If the mounting holes are not over wall studs, use two 3/16-
20 x 3" hex-head bolts with toggle nuts. If 1 hole is over a wall
stud, use 1 lag screw and one 3/16-20 x 3" hex-head bolt with
toggle nut. If both end mounting holes are over wall studs, use
2 lag screws.
6. Through the mounting plate, mark a hole at each end of the
mounting plate. These are the mounting holes.
7. Holding the mounting plate in place, and making sure it is
aligned with the top edge line, centerline and the mounting
holes, find the wall stud centerline(s) drawn in Step 2 of
“Locate Wall Stud(s).” Mark at least 1, preferably 2 hole(s)
through the mounting plate, closest to the wall stud
centerline(s). See illustrations in “Locate Wall Stud(s)” section.
The blackened holes in the shaded areas are ideal hole
locations.
1. Drill 5/8" (16 mm) hole(s) through the wall at holes marked for
3/16-20 x 3" hex-head bolt(s) with toggle nut(s).
2. Drill 1/8" (3 mm) hole(s) into the wall stud(s) at the hole(s)
marked in Step 7 of “Mark Rear Wall.” Refer to illustrations in
“Possible Wall Stud Configurations” in “Locate Wall Stud(s)”
section.
8. Set the mounting plate aside.
Wall Venting Installation Only
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
NOTE: Secure the mounting plate to the wall at both end
mounting holes drilled into the wall studs and/or drywall using
either 3/16-20 x 3" hex-head bolts with toggle nuts or 3/16 x 2"
lag screws.
Centerline
Upper cabinet bottom
Refer to illustrations in “Locate Wall Stud(s)” section.
1. With the support tabs of the mounting plate facing forward,
insert 3/16-20 x 3" hex-head bolt(s) through end mounting
hole(s) that is(are) not over wall stud(s). Start toggle nut(s) on
bolt(s) from the back of the mounting plate. Leave enough
space for the toggle nut(s) to go through the wall and to open.
³⁄₈" (1 cm)
4" (10.2 cm)
B
A
6" (15.2 cm)
6" (15.2 cm)
9. Mark the centerline 3/8" (1 cm) down from the bottom edge of
the upper cabinet.
10. Using measuring tape, measure out 6" (15.2 cm) on both sides
C
of the centerline, and mark.
11. Measure down 4" (10.2 cm) from the mark made in Step 9,
and mark.
A. 3/16-20 x 3" hex-head bolt
B. Mounting plate
C. Spring toggle nut
12. Using a straightedge, draw the 2 horizontal, level lines through
the marks made in steps 9 and11.
13. Draw the 2 vertical, plumb lines down from the marks made in
Step 7 to complete the 12" x 4" (30.5 x 10.2 cm) rectangle.
This is the venting cutout area.
14. Cut a 3/4" (19 mm) hole in one corner of the cutout area.
15. Using a keyhole saw, cut out the venting cutout area.
2. Position mounting plate on the wall.
3. Push the bolt(s) with toggle nut(s) through the drywall, and
finger tighten the bolt(s) to make sure toggle nut(s) has(have)
opened against drywall.
C
D
A
B
A. 3/16-20 x 3" hex-head bolt
B. Mounting plate
C. Drywall
D. Spring toggle nut
4. Insert lag screw(s) into the hole(s) drilled into wall stud(s) in
Step 2 of “Drill Holes in Rear Wall.”
5. Check alignment of mounting plate, making sure it is level.
6. Securely tighten all lag screws and bolts.
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Prepare Upper Cabinet
Install the Microwave Oven
1. Disconnect power to outlet.
2. Remove all contents from upper cabinet.
WARNING
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.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
microwave oven.
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.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
NOTE: 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.
IMPORTANT: The control side of the microwave oven is the heavy
side. Handle the microwave oven gently.
1. Place the 1/4-28 x 3¹⁄₄" flat-head bolts inside upper cabinet
4. Make sure the 8³⁄₄" (22.2 cm) dimension from the rear wall to
near the 1/2" (13 mm) holes.
points “D,” “E” and “H” on the template is maintained.
2. Make sure the microwave oven door is closed and taped shut.
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(22.2 cm)
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(22.2 cm)
F
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.
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.
B
A
B
A
A. Mounting plate
B. Support tabs
A. Metal cabinet
B. Power supply cord bushing
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.
6. Drill 1/2" (13 mm) holes at points “D,” “E” and “H” on the
template. These are for three 1/4-20 x 3" bolts used to secure
the microwave oven to the upper cabinet.
5. Rotate microwave oven up toward upper cabinet.
For Roof Venting Installation Only
7. Cut 3/4" (19 mm) hole at one corner of the shaded rectangular
A
area “F” on Upper Cabinet Template.
8. Using a keyhole saw, cut out the rectangular area.
A. Damper assembly (roof venting installation only)
NOTE: If venting through the wall, make sure the damper
assembly fits easily into the vent in the wall cutout.
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6. Push microwave oven against mounting plate and hold in
place.
For Roof Venting Installation Only
NOTE: If microwave oven does not need to be adjusted, skip
steps 7-9.
11. Connect vent to damper assembly.
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.
A
B
8. Loosen mounting plate screws. Adjust mounting plate and
retighten screws.
9. Repeat steps 3-6.
10. With the microwave oven centered, and with at least one
person holding it in place, insert bolts through upper cabinet
into microwave oven. Tighten bolts until there is no gap
between upper cabinet and microwave oven.
A
A. Vent
B. Damper assembly (under vent)
Complete Installation
1. Install filters. Refer to the User Instructions for filter placement.
A. Bolts
WARNING
NOTES:
■
Some upper cabinets may require bolts longer or shorter than
3¹⁄₄" (8.3 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.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
A
B
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
C
D
2. Plug microwave oven into grounded 3 prong outlet.
E
3. Reconnect power.
4. 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.
A. Upper cabinet bottom
B. Bolt
C. Hanging front edge
D. Microwave oven
E. Wood filler block
5. 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.
Save Installation Instructions for future use.
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VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
This section is intended for architectural designer and
Rectangular to Round Transition
NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between
the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to round
transition piece so that the damper can open freely and fully.
builder/contractor reference only.
NOTES:
■
Vent materials needed for installation are not provided with
microwave hood.
■
■
We do not recommend using a flexible metal vent.
A
To avoid possible product damage, be sure to vent air outside,
unless using recirculation installation. Do not vent exhaust air
into concealed spaces, such as spaces within walls or
ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages.
B
D
C
For optimal venting installation, we recommend:
■
■
■
using roof or wall caps that have back draft dampers
E
using a rigid metal vent
F
3" (7.6 cm)
using the most direct route by minimizing the length of the
vent and number of elbows to provide efficient performance
■
■
■
using uniformly sized vents
using duct tape to seal all joints in the vent system
A. Roof cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm) min. diameter round vent
C. Elbow (for wall venting only)
D. Wall cap
E. 3¹⁄₄" x 10" to 6" (8.3 x 25.4 cm to 15.2 cm)
rectangular to round transition piece
using caulking compound to seal exterior wall or roof opening
around cap
■
not installing 2 elbows together, for optimal hood performance
If venting through the wall, be sure that there is proper clearance
within the wall for the damper to open fully.
F. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) high
If venting through the roof, and rectangular to round transition is
used, be sure there is at least 3" (7.6 cm) of clearance between
the top of the microwave oven and the transition piece. See
“Rectangular to Round Transition” illustration.
Recommended Standard Fittings
The following length equivalents are for use when figuring vent
length. See the examples in “Recommended Vent Length.”
A
B
C
Roof venting
Roof cap
D
E
F
G
A. Rectangular to round transition piece: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" to 6" = 5 ft
(8.3 x 25.4 cm to 15.2 cm = 1.5 m)
B. Roof cap: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" = 24 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.3 m)
C. 90° elbow: 3¹ꢀ₄" x 10" = 25 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 7.6 m)
D. 90° elbow: 6" = 10 ft (15.2 cm = 3 m)
E. Wall cap: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" = 40 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 12.2 m)
F. 45° elbow: 6" = 5 ft (15.2 cm = 1.5 m)
Wall venting
Wall cap
G. 90° flat elbow: 3¹⁄₄" x 10" = 10 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = 3 m)
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Recommended Vent Length
A 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent
should be used.
6" (15.2 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total
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. See
“Recommended Standard Fittings” section for equivalent lengths.
A
B
6 ft (1.8 m)
For best performance, use no more than three 90° elbows.
To calculate the length of the system you need, add the equivalent
lengths of each vent piece used in the system. See the following
examples:
2 ft
(0.6 m)
3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent system = 73 ft (22.2 m) total
A
B
6 ft (1.8 m)
C
D
A. Two 90° elbows = 20 ft (6.1 m)
B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m)
2 ft
C. 1 rectangular to round transition piece = 5 ft (1.5 m)
D. 2 ft (0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m)
(0.6 m)
C
If the existing vent is round, a rectangular to round transition piece
must be used. In addition, a rectangular 3" (7.6 cm) extension vent
between the damper assembly and rectangular to round transition
piece must be installed to keep the damper from sticking.
A. One 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) 90° elbow = 25 ft (7.6 m)
B. 1 wall cap = 40 ft (12.2 m)
C. 2 ft (0.6 m) + 6 ft (1.8 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m)
ASSISTANCE
Call your authorized dealer or service center. When you call, you
will need the microwave oven model number and serial number.
Both numbers can be found on the model and serial number
plate, which is located behind the microwave oven door on the
front frame of the microwave oven.
If you need additional assistance, call us at our toll free number or
visit our website listed in the User Instructions.
Accessories
Filler Panel Kits are available from your dealer to use when
installing this microwave oven in a 36" (91.4 cm) or 42" (106.7 cm)
wide opening. The filler panels come in pairs. Each panel is 3"
(7.6 cm) wide.
Replacement Parts
If any of the installation hardware needs to be replaced, call us at
our toll free number listed in the User Instructions.
Following is a list of available replacement parts. You will need
your model number located on the front facing of the microwave
oven opening, behind the door.
■
■
■
■
Damper Assembly
Mounting Plate
Upper Cabinet Template
A
Mounting Screw Kit (includes parts A-E in “Parts Supplied” in
the “Tools and Parts” section)
A. Filler panels
Filler Panel Kit Number 8171336
White
8171337
8171338
8171339
Black
Biscuit
Stainless Steel
See your authorized dealer or service center for details.
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W10188238A
SP PN W10188947A
DE68-03534A
9/08
Printed in Malaysia
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