GE JVM1650BB005 User manual

Installation
Instructions Overthe Range Microwave Oven
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT - S_,vethese
insuucfions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Obse,ve_,ll
governing codes and ordinances.
•Note to Installer -Besure to leave these
insUucfions with the Gonsumer.
• Note to Consumer - Keep these
instructions for fllu_ie reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical and electrical skills.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the X_rarranty.
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Installation Instructions
CONTENTS
General information
Important Safety Instructions .................................. 3
Electrical Requirements .......................................... 3
Hood Exhaust ...................................................... 4-5
Damage - Shipment/Installation .............................. 6
Parts Included .......................................................... 6
Tools You Will Need ................................................ 7
Mounting Space ...................................................... 7
Step-by-step installation guide
Placement of Mounting Plate ............................ 8-10
Removing the Mounting Plate ...................... 8
Finding the Wall Studs .................................. 8
Determining Wall Plate I,ocafion .................. 9
Aligning the Wall Plate ................................ 10
Installation Types .............................................. 11-22
_ Outside Top ............................
Exhaust 12-14
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ............ 12
Preparation of Top Cabinet ................ 13
Checking for Proper Damper
Operation ............................................ 13
Mount the Microwave Oven ................ 13
Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor ................ 14
Connecting Ductwork .......................... 14
_]_ Outside Back Exhaust 15-18
Preparing Rear Wall for
Outside Back Exhaust .................... 15-16
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ............ 16
Preparation of Top Cabinet ................ 16
Adapting Microwave Blower
for Outside Back Exhaust ...................... 17
Mount the Microwave Oven ................ 18
[] Recirculating ........................................ 19-22
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ............ 19
Preparation of Top Cabinet ................ 19
Check Microwave Assembly ................ 20
Adapting Microwave Blower
for Recirculation ............................ 20-21
Mount the Microwave
Oven .............................................. 21-22
Installing the Charcoal Filter. ............. 22
Before You Use Your Microwave .......................... 23
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Installation Instructions
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet°
The installer must perK_rm a ground continuity check
on the power outlet box befbre beginning the
installation to insure that the out|et box is proper|y
grounded. If not properly grounded, or if the out|et
box does not meet electrical requirements noted
(under EI,ECTRICAI, REQUIREMENTS), a qualified
electrician should be employed to correct any
deficiencies.
CAUTION: For personal
safety, remove house fuse
or open circuit breaker
before beginning
installation to avoid severe
or fatal shock injury.
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CAUTION: For personal safety, the mounting surface
must be capable of supporting the cabinet load, in
addition to the added weight of this 63-85 pound
product, plus additional oven loads of up to 50 pounds
or a total weight of 113-135 pounds.
CAUTION: For personal safety, this product cannot
be installed in cabinet arrangements such as an island or
a peninsula. It must be mounted to BOTH a top cabinet
AND a wall.
NOTE: For easier installation and personal safety, it is
recommended that two people install this product.
IMPORTANT--PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. FOR
PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED TO AVOID SEVERE OR
FATAL SHOCK.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a
three-prong (grounding)
plug which mates with a
standard three-prong
(grounding) wall receptacle
to minimize the possibility
of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
Insure proper
ground exists
before use
You should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked
by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is
properly grounded.
Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is
encountered, it is very important to have it replaced
with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle,
installed by a qualified electridan.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT,
DEFORM, OR REMOVE ANY OF THE PRONGS
FROM THE POWER CORD. DO NOT USE WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD.
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
Product radng is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 15 amps, and
1.58 ldlowatts. This product must be connected to a
supply circuit of the proper voltage and flequency:
Wire size must conform to the requirements of the
National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code
for this kilowatt rating. The power supply cord and
plug should be brought to a separate 15 to 20 ampere
branch circuit single grounded outlet. The outlet box
should be located in the cabinet above the microwave
oven. The outlet box and supply circuit should be
installed by a qualified electrician and conform to the
National Electrical Code or the prevailing local code.
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Installation Instructions
HOOD EXHAUST
NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to vent your exhaust to the
outside. If you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed to page 6.
OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)
The following chart describes an example of one possible
ductwork installation.
EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT
DUCT PIECES LENGTH x USED = LENGTH
RoofCap
12Ft.StraightDuct
(6"Round)
Rectangular-to-Round
TransitionAdapto¢
24Ft. x (1)
12Ft. x (1)
5 Ft. x (1) =
24Ft.
12Ft.
5 Ft.
Equivalentlengthsof ductpiecesarebasedonactualtests and
reflectrequirementsfor goodventingperformancewith anyventhood. Total Length = 41 Ft.
* IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round mmsition adaptor is used, the bottom corners of the damper
will have to be cut to fit, using the fin snips, in order to allow flee movement of the dampeL
OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)
The following chart describes an example of one possible
ductwork installation.
DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT LENGTH* x NUMBER USED
Wall Cap
3 Ft.StraightDuct
31A" x 1O"Rectangular)
40Ft.
3 Ft.
(1)
(1)
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
40Ft.
3 Ft.
(_ go° Elbow 10Ft. x (2) = 20Ft.
Equivalentlengthsof ductpiecesarebasedonactualtestsand
reflectrequirementsforgoodventingperformancewith anyvent hood. Total Length = 63 Ft.
NOTE: For back exhaust, care should be taken to align exhaust with space between studs, or wall should be prepared
at the time it is constructed by leaving enough space between the wall studs to accommodate exhaust.
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Installation Instructions
NOTE: If you need to install ducts, note that the total
duct length of 3¼"x 10" rectangular or 6" diameter
round duct should not exceed 140 equivalent feet.
Outside ventilation requires a HOOD EXHAUST DUCT.
Read the following careflflly.
NOTE: It is important that venting be installed using
the most direct route and with as few elbows as possible.
This ensures clear venting of exhaust and helps prevent
blockages. Mso, make sure dampers swing freely and
nothing is blocking the ducts.
Exhaust connection:
The hood exhaust has been designed to mate with
a standard 3¼" x 10" rectangular duct.
If a round duct is required, a rectangular-to-round
uansition adaptor must be used. Do not use less than
a 6" diameter duct.
Maximum duct length:
For satisfactory air movement, the total duct length of
3¼"x 10" rectangular or 6" diameter round duct should
not exceed 140 equivalent feet.
Elbows, transitions, wall and roof caps,
etc., present additional resistance to airflow and are
equivalent to a section of suaight duct which is longer
than their actual physical size. When calculating the total
duct length, add the equivalent lengths of all uansifions
and adaptors plus the length of all suaight duct sections.
The chart below shows you how to calculate total
equivalent ducrwork length using the approximate feet
of equivalent length of some typical ducts.
DUCT PIECES
%
G
O
O
Rectangular-to-Round
TransitionAdapto¢
Wall Cap
%0 Elbow
45° Elbow
%0 Elbow
45° Elbow
RoofCap
StraightDuct6" Roundor
3%"x 10"Rectangular
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
5Ft.
40 Ft.
10 Ft.
5Ft.
25 Ft.
5Ft.
24Ft.
1Ft.
* IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition
adaptor is used, the bottom corners of the damper
will hme to be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in
order to allow fi'ee movement of the damper.
NUMBER
x USED
x ( )
x ( )
x ( )
x ( )
x ( )
x ( )
x ( )
x ( )
Total Ductw0rk
EQUIVALENT
=LENGTH
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
==
Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests
and reflect requirements tot good venting pertormance with
any vent hood.
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Ft.
Ft.
Ft.
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Installation Instructions
DAMAGE - SHIPMENT/
iNSTALLATiON
•If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the
unit to the store in which it was bought for repair
or replacement.
• If the unit is damaged by the customer, repair or
replacement is the responsibility of the customer
" If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other
than the customer), repair or replacement must
be made by arrangement bet_,veen customer and
installer
PARTS INCLUDED
HARDWARE PACKET
PART QUANTITY
WoodScrews 2
(¼"x2")
ToggleBolts(and 4
wing nuts)(_6"x3")
Self-aligningMachine 3
J Screws(X"-28x 3X")
j NylonGrommet 2
(formetalcabinets)
28" Piecesof Foam 2
Tape
You will find the installation hardware contained in
a packet with the unit. Gheck to make sure you have
all these parts.
NOTE: Some exua parts are included.
ADDITIONAL PARTS
PART
TopCabinet
Template
Installation
Instructions
Separately
Packed
Grease
Filters
QUANTITY
1
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Installation Instructions
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
# 1and#2 Phillipsscrewdriver
Tinsnips(forcutting
damper,if required)
Gloves
Pencil
Scissors
(tocuttemplate,if necessary)
Saw(saber,holeor keyhole)
Ruleror tapemeasureand
t edge
Electricdrill with s_s',Y2"and%"
drill bits 8
Studfinder er Hammer (optional)
Carpentersquare
(optional)
Fillerblocksor scrap
woodpieces,if needed
for top cabinetspacing
(usedonrecessedbottom
cabinetinstallationsonly)
Safety goggles Level Duct and masking tape
MOUNTING SPACE
66" or more
from the floor
to the top of
the microwave
\
Bottomedgeof
cabinetneedsto
be30" or more
from thecooking
surface
Backsplash
NOTES:
• The space between the cabinets must be
•0 wide and free of obstructions.
• If the space between the cabinets is greater
than 30", a Fillet Panel Kit may be used to fill
in the gap between the microwave oven and
the cabinets. Your Owner's Manual contains
the kit number for your model.
• This microwave oven is for installation over
ranges tap to 36" wide.
• If you are going to vent your microwave oven
to the outside, see Hood Exhaust Section for
exhaust duct preparation.
• When installing the microwave oven beneath
smooth, flat cabinets, be careful to follow the
instructions on the top cabinet template for
power cord clearance.
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Installation Instructions
[ PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE
REMOVING THE MICROWAVE
OVEN FROM THE CARTON/
REMOVING THE MOUNTING
PLATE
[]Remove the installation insttuctions, filtms, glass
t_ay, and the small hardware bag. Do not temove
the Stytofoam protecting the flont of the oven.
[] Fold back all 4 catton flaps fully against carton
sides. Then carefltlly roll the oven and catton over
onto the top side. The oven should be resting in
the Styrofoam.
[]Pull the carton tap and off the oven.
[] Remove and properly discard plastic bags.
Mounting
Plate T
_Remove the 2 sctews fiom the mounting plate.
This plate will be used as the rear wall template
and for mounting. You may discard these screws.
I-_ FINDING THE WALL STUDS
Wall
=Studs
_Find the studs, using one of the following
methods:
A. Stud finder - a magnetic device which
locates nails.
OR
B. Use a hammer to mp lighdy across the
mounting surface to find a solid sound.
This will indicate a satd loca6on.
After locating the stud(s), find the center by
probing the wall with a small nail to find the edges
of the stud. Then place a mark half\,vay between
the edges. The center of any adjacent surds should
be 16" or 24" fiom this mark.
_Draw a line down the center of the studs.
THE MICROWAVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO AT
LEAST ONE WALL STUD.
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Installation Instructions
DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET
Plate position - beneath flat bottom
cabinet
• °.,,, .......... ,,,,,
.o
"%
*÷
÷%
MountingPlateTabs
the CabinetBottom
At least 30", up to 36"
Plate position - beneath framed recessed
cabinet bottom
MountingPlateTabs
Touchingthe Back
Frame
L
ii 30" toCooktop
Plate position -beneath recessed bottom
cabinet with front overhang
MountingPlatewith
TabsBelowCabinet
Bottomthe Same
Distanceasthe Front
OverhangDepth
..\
Your cabinets may have decorative trim that interferes
with the microwave installation. Remove the decorative
trim to install the microwave properly and to make it
level•
THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL.
Use a level to make sure the cabinet bottom is level.
If the cabinets have a flont overhang only, with no
back or side flame, install the mounting plate down
the same distance as the flont overhang depth. This
will
[]
%
%
keep the microwave level.
Measure the inside depth of the flont overhang.
Draw a horizontal line on file back wall an equal
distance below the cabinet bottom as the inside
depth of the flont overhang.
For this type of installation with flont overhang only,
align the mounting robs with tiffs horizontal line, not
touching the c_fl)inet bottom as described in Step D.
II
II 30" to Cooktop
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Installation Instructions
ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE
CAUTION: Wear gloves
to avoid cutting fingers on
sharp edges.
[ DrawaVertical
I
, LineonWall
I-<----fromCenterof
I •
I TopCabinet
I
1'
HoleD I
[]Draw avertical line on file wall at the center of the
30" wide space.
[]Use the mounting plate as the template fox the tear
waU. Place the mounting plate on tim waU, making
sure that the tabs ate touching the bottom of the
cabinet. Line up the notch and center line on
the mounting plate to the center line on the wall.
[] While holding the mounting plate with one hand,
draw citcles on the wall at holes A, B, C and D
(see illusuafion above/acatal plato marked with
arrows). Four holes must be used for mounting.
NOTE: Holes C and D are inside area E. If neither
C nor D is in a sutd, find a sutd somewhete in area E
and draw a fifth circle to line tap with the stud. It is
impotmnt m use at least one wood screw mounted
firmly in a stud m suppott the weight of the microwave.
Set the mounting plate aside.
Drill holes on the circles. If there is a stud, drill a _X_/'
hole for wood sctews. For holes that don't line up with
a satd, drill a %" hole for toggle bolts.
NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS
TIME.
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