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Before you start...

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 follow
instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

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.

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.

You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don’t immediately
follow instructions.

Tools
recommended 
for installation:

Parts included for
Installation:

You need to:

observe all governing codes and
ordinances.

install microwave oven as
specified in these instructions or
as specified on wall and upper
cabinet templates.

have everything you need to
properly install microwave oven.

check the microwave oven for
damage. If any damage is
evident, do not operate the
microwave oven until it is
checked by an authorized service
technician.

place a portion of carton or other
heavy material between the
microwave oven and the floor or
countertop. Do not use a plastic
cover.

Assemble the required tools and parts
before starting installation. Read and
follow the instructions provided with
any tools listed here.

• Phillips screwdriver     

• electric drill     

•  1/2", 5/8" and 3/32" drill bits

• 1-1/2" wood bit or metal hole

cutter (if metal cabinet is used)     

• protective covering, such as a

blanket for microwave oven and
countertop (you may also use
carton for protection)

• scissors     

• pencil     

• measuring tape   

• masking tape or similar

•  6 - wood screws, 

5 mm x 30 mm long

•  4 - toggle bolts with nuts, 

#10-24 x 50 mm long

•  2 - top cabinet screws, 

5 mm x 60 mm long

•  1 - power cord hanger

•  3 - tapping screws, 

4 mm x 12 mm long

•  2 - flat washers, 30 mm diameter

•  1 - grommet

•  2 - spacer plates

The installation hardware items
are in a small bag. The 2 spacer
plates are packed separately. All
items are in a small carton packed
below the oven.

2

remove shipping materials and
parts from inside the microwave
oven. Locate templates and set
them aside to be used later.

make sure the microwave oven
will be mounted against and
supported by both a flat, vertical
wall and upper cabinet or other
horizontal structure.

support for weight of 110 pounds,
which includes microwave oven
and items placed in the oven and
upper cabinet.

make sure the microwave oven
mounting bracket will be
attached to a minimum of one,
vertical 2" x 4" wall stud.

make sure not to mount the
microwave oven to an island or
peninsula cabinet.

The Utensil Bar Kit is packed in a
separate carton inside the
microwave oven carton. The first
three items are in a small bag. 

•  4 - sleeves

• 4 - screws

•  8 - S-hooks

•  2 - accessory bars

Summary of Contents for 24" Above-the-Counter Microwave Oven

Page 1: ...ORTANT Read and save these instructions IMPORTANT Installer Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowner Homeowner Keep Installation Instructions for future reference Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector s use Part No 8205028 TINSEB229MRR1 Quick Reference Table of Contents Pages Before you start Product dimensions Location Electrical requirements Installation steps 2...

Page 2: ... cover Assemble the required tools and parts before starting installation Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here Phillips screwdriver electric drill 1 2 5 8 and 3 32 drill bits 1 1 2 wood bit or metal hole cutter if metal cabinet is used protective covering such as a blanket for microwave oven and countertop you may also use carton for protection scissors pencil measu...

Page 3: ... and 3 8 or more thick dry wall or plaster lath The mounting surfaces must be capable of supporting weight of 110 pounds the oven and contents and the weight of all items which would normally be stored in the top cabinet above the microwave The microwave must be attached to a minimum of one 2 x 4 wall stud To find the location of the studs one of the following methods may be used A Use a stud find...

Page 4: ...n the upper cabinet as close as possible to the microwave hood We recommend a time delay fuse or circuit breaker a separate circuit serving this appliance only If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate Radio orTV Interference Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio...

Page 5: ...g plate to studs Do not tighten either toggle bolts or wood screws NOTE Before insertion be sure you leave a space more than the thickness of the wall between the mounting plate and the end of each of the toggle nuts in the closed position If you do not leave enough space the toggle nut will not be able to open on the other side of the wall Also once a toggle nut opens it cannot be withdrawn from ...

Page 6: ...ach it to the power cord hanger 18 Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet To get the most efficient use from your above the counter microwave oven read your Use and Care Guide Installing the Utensil Bar NOTE None one or both of the utensil bars may be installed 1 Open the carton and remove parts Remove sleeves screws and S hooks from the bag 2 Determine in which location s front mid...

Page 7: ...7 Notes ...

Page 8: ...Part No 8205028 TINSEB229MRR1 2004 KitchenAid Registered trademark of KitchenAid U S A 3 2004 Printed in U S A ...

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