MEASURE AND TACK / TAPE UP THE
TEMPLATES
1. Using a plumb line and (metal) measuring tape, find
and mark the vertical center line on the back wall, as
in Figure 22.
2. Find and mark one or two points where the studs are
on the wall (Studs are normally 16 inches apart.) and
then measure and mark the stud locations. If you
cannot find any wall stud, consult a local building
contractor.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THE MICROWAVE
OVEN IF YOU CANNOT FIND A WALL STUD.
3. Line up the plumb line on the wall with the center line
on the mounting plate.
NOTE: Be sure the minimum width is 30 inches and
the distance from the top of the mounting plate
to the range or counter top is at least 30
inches. See Figure 4 on page 4.
4. Center mounting plate in operating by lining up the
plumb line on wall with centerline on mounting plate.
Make sure the minimum width is 30 inches and that the
top of the mounting plate is located a minimum of 30
inches above the cooking surface.
See Figure 23.
NOTE: If the cabinets are not plumb, adjust the
mounting plate to the cabinets. If the front
edge of the cabinet is lower than the back
edge, adjust the mounting plate to be level
with the cabinet front.
5. Measure the bottom of the upper cabinet frame. Trim
the edges "A" "B" and "C" on the upper cabinet
template so that the template will fit on the bottom of
the upper cabinet. If upper cabinet has a recessed
frame, trim template so that it fits inside the recessed
area. Align the centerline of the upper cabinet
template with the centerline of the mounting plate;
then securely tape or tack the upper cabinet template
in place. See Figure 23
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Figure 22
Figure 23
upper cabinet template
mounting plate
STEP 4: PREPARE THE WALL AND
UPPER CABINET FOR INSTALLATION
CAUTION
