5
Checklist for Installation
Use this checklist to verify that you have completed each
step of the installation process. This can help you avoid
common mistakes.
Refer to detailed instructions for each step in the
sections following this checklist.
1.
Before installing the appliance, be sure to verify the
cabinet dimensions are correct for your appliance and
that the required electrical connections are present.
Make sure the electrical cord provided on the
appliance is able to reach to the point of connection.
Sections: Location requirements, Electrical installation
2.
Move the appliance into place in front of the cabinet
opening.
Section: Removing Packaging
3.
Remove packaging materials, leaving the bottom
packaging on the appliance to avoid damage to the
floor.
Section: Removing Packaging
4.
Remove the mounting plate from the rear of the
appliance.
Section: Install Appliance - Removing the mounting
plate
5.
Find wall studs.
Section: Install Appliance - Finding the wall studs
6.
Attach the mounting plate to the wall.
Section: Install Appliance - Attaching the mounting
plate to the wall
7.
Adapt the microwave blower.
Section: Install Appliance - Adapting the microwave
blower
8.
Prepare the cabinet for mounting.
Section: Install Appliance - Preparing cabinet
9.
At least two persons are needed to lift the appliance;
tilt and hook the appliance to the holding plate.
Section: Install Appliance - Mounting the microwave
oven
10.
Push the appliance all the way into place and fasten
the holding screws through top cabinet holes.
Section: Install Appliance - Mounting the microwave
oven
11.
Use correct hood exhaust.
Section: Install Appliance - Hood exhaust
12.
Test the microwave oven for proper functioning.
Section: Testing operation
Always read and follow the complete installation
instructions contained in this manual.
Before you begin
Removing Packaging
1.
Remove filter, accessories and hardware. Do not
remove the Styrofoam protecting the front of the oven.
2.
Fold back all four carton flaps fully against carton
sides. Then carefully roll the oven and carton over onto
the top side. The oven should be resting in the
Styrofoam.
3.
Pull the carton up and off the oven.
4.
Cut the middle of the outer protective plastic bag to
remove the mounting plate.
Tools and parts needed
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Philips head screwdriver
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Pencil
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Ruler or tape measure and straight edge
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Drill
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Drill bits: 3/16”, 1/2”, 5/8”
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Gloves
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Saw (saber, hole or keyhole)
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Stud finder or hammer
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Safety goggles
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Level
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Duct and masking tape
Optional tools
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Carpenter square
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Tin snips (to cut damper)
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Scissors (to cut cabinet template)
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Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces (for recessed
bottom cabinet installations)
