GE JVM6175SF1SS User manual

Installation
Instructions Over the Range Microwave Oven
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT - S_vethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
•IMPORTANT - Obse,ve_ll
governing codes and ordinances.
•Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
insuuctions with the Consume_.
• Note to Consumer - Keep these
instructions for flm_re reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical and electrical skills.
• Proper installation is the responsibilit T of the insmllm.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the _rarranty.
READ CAREFULLY.
KEEPTHESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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
Check for Proper Damper
Operation ............................................ 13
Mount the Microwave Oven .......... 13, 14
Adj ust the Exhaust Adaptor ................ 14
Connecting Ductwork .......................... 14
_ Outside Back Exhaust 15-18
Preparing Rear Wall for
Outside Back Exhaust .......................... 15
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ...... 15, 16
Preparation of Top Cabinet ................ 16
Adapting Microwave Blower
for Outside Back Exhaust ................ 16, 17
Mount the Microwave Oven ................ 18
[] Recirculating ........................................ 19-22
Attach Mounting Plate to Wall ............ 19
Preparation of Top Cabinet ................ 19
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
A qualified elecuician must perform a ground confinuit T
check on tim wall receptacle before beginning the
installation to ensure that the outlet box is properly
grounded. If not properly grounded, or if the wall
receptacle does not meet electrical requirements noted
(under EI,ECTRICAI, REQUIREMENTS), a qualified
elecuician should be employed to correct any
deficiencies.
/k WARNING:
Risk of Electric Shock.
Can cause injury or death:
Remove house fuse or
open circuit breaker before
beginning installation to avoid
severe or fatal shock injury.
A WARNING: RiskofElectricShock.
Can cause injury or death: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED to avoid severe or fatal shock.
Ensureproper
groundexists
beforeuse
The power cord of this
appliance is equipped with
athree-prong (grounding)
plug which mates with
a standard three-prong
(grounding) wall receptacle
to minimize the possibility
of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
Product ra6ng is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 13.5 amps and
1.58 kilowatts. This product nltlst be connected to a
supply circuit of the proper voltage and frequency.
Wire size must conform to the requirements of the
National Electrical (;ode or the prevailing local
code for this kilowatt ra6ng. 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
(;ode or the prevailing local code.
./k CAUTION: Forpersonal 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.
./k CAUTION: Forpersonal 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.
./k CAUTION: Toavoidtheriskofpersonal
injury (back injury or other injuries due to excessive
weight of the microwave oven) or property damage,
you will need two people to install this microwave oven.
Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is
encountered, it must be replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong wall receptacle, installed
by a qualified electrician.
/k WARNING: RiskofElectricShock.
Can cause injury or death: DO NOT, under any
circumstances, cut, deform or remove any of the prongs
from the power cord. Do not use with an extension cord.
Failure to comply may cause fire.
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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.
OUTSIDETOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)
The following chart describes an example of one possible
ductwork installation.
EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT
DUCT PIECES LENGTH x USED = LENGTH
RoofCap 24Ft. x
12Ft.StraightDuct 12Ft. x
(6" Round)
Rectangular-to-Round 5 Ft. x
TransitionAdaptor*
Equivalentlengthsof ductpiecesare basedon actualtests and
reflectrequirementsfor goodventingperformancewith anyventhood.
(1)
(1)
(1)
Total Length =
24Ft.
12Ft.
5 Ft.
41 Ft.
* IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is used, the bottom corners of the damper
will have to be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the dampeL
OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)
The following chart describes an example of one possible
ductwork installation.
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DUCT PIECES
Wall Cap
EQUIVALENT NUMBER
LENGTH* x USED
40Ft. x (1)
3 Ft.StraightDuct
3W'x 10"Rectangular)
90° Elbow
3 Ft. x (1)
10Ft. x (2)
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
40 Ft.
3 Ft.
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 tile 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 tile following carefllll>
NOTE: It is important that venting be installed using
tile most direct route and with as few elbows as possible.
This ensures clear venting of exhaust and helps prevent
blockages. Also, make sure dampers swing freely and
nothing is blocking the ducts.
Exhaust connection:
Tile hood exhaust has been designed to mate with
a standard 3¼" x 10" rectangular duct.
If a round duct is required, a recmngula>to-round
uansition adaptor must be used. Do not use less than
a 6" diameter duct.
Maximum duct length:
For satisfactory' air movement, tile total duct length of
3¼" x 10" rectangular ov 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 straight duct which is longer
than their actual physical size. When calculating tile total
duct length, add tile equivalent lengths of all transitions
and adaptors plus tile length of all straight duct sections.
Tile chart below shows you how to calculate total
equivalent ductwovk length using tile approximate feet
of equivalent length of some b'pical ducts.
DUCT PIECES
O
J
Rectangular-to-Round
TransitionAdaptor*
Wall Cap
90° Elbow
45° Elbow
90° Elbow
45° Elbow
RoofCap
StraightDuct6" Roundor
31/4"x 10" Rectangular
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
5 Ft.
40 Ft.
10Ft.
5 Ft.
25 Ft.
5 Ft.
24 Ft.
1Ft.
X
NUMBER
USED
()
()
()
()
()
()
()
()
Total Ductwork
IMPORTANT: If a rectangula>to-round transition
adaptor is used, the bottom corners of the damper
will have to be cut to fit, using the tin snips, in order
to allow fi"ee movement of the damper.
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests
and reflect requiren_ents for good venting perfbl-mance x_qth
;_I_) r veIlt hood.
5
Ft.
Ft.
Ft.
Ft.
Ft.
Ft.
Ft.
Ft.
Ft.

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 customeL
• If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other
than the customer), repair or replacement must
be made by arrangement between customer
and insmlleL
PARTS INCLUDED
HARDWARE PACKET
PART
Wood Screws
(1/4"X2")
ToggleBolts(and
wing nuts)(s4¢'x3")
Self-AligningMachine
Screws(1/4"-28x 31/4")
NylonGrommet
(formetalcabinets)
QUANTITY
2
You will find the installation hardware contained in
a packet with the unit. Check to make sure you have
all these parts.
NOTE: Some exua parts are included.
ADDITIONAL PARTS
PART
TOPCABINET TEMPLATE
REAR
WALL
TEMPLATE
_q
INSTRUCTIONS
TopCabinet
Template
RearWall
Template
Installation
Instructions
Separately
Packed
Grease
Filter
QUANTITY
1
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
# 1and#2Phillipsscrewdriver
Tinsnips(forcutting
damper,if required)
Gloves
Pencil
Scissors
(tocuttemplate,if necessary)
Saw(saber,holeor keyhole)
Ruleror tapemeasureand
t edge
Electricdrill with r_c",W' and%"
drill bits 0
Studfinder or Hammer(optional)
Carpentersquare
(optional)
Fillerblocksor scrap
woodpieces,if needed
for top cabinetspacing
(usedonrecessedbottom
cabinetinstallationsonly)
Safetygoggles Level Ductandmaskingtape
MOUNTING SPACE
66" or More
fromthe Floor
tothe Topof
the Microwave
\
BottomEdgeof
CabinetNeedsto
or More
from the Cooking
Surface
;lash
NOTES:
• The space between the cabinets must be
30" wide and flee of obstructions.
• If the space between the cabinets is greater
than 30", a Filler 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 up 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.
• Models with top venting grilles: Do not allow
cabinetry or other objects to block the airflow
of the vent.
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Installation Instructions
PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE
A-_ EMOVING THE MICROWAVE
OVEN FROM THE CARTON/
REMOVING THE MOUNTING
PLATE
_i_ Remove the installation instructions, filters, glass
tray and the small hardware bag. Do not remove
the SDrofoam protecting the flont of the oven.
[] Fold back all 4 carton flaps fldly against carton
sides. Then careflflly roll the oven and carton over
onto the top side. The oven should be resting in
the St);rofoam.
[]Pull the carton up and off the oven.
[] Remove and properly discard plastic bags.
Mounting
Plate
[]Remove the 2 screws flom the mounting plate.
This plate will be used as the rear wall template
and for mounting. You may discard these screws.
_] FINDING THE WALL STUDS
' ill 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 lightly across the
mounting surface to find a solid sound.
This will indicate a stud location.
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 halfivay between
the edges. The center of any adjacent studs should
be 16" or 24" flom 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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I-_ DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET
Plate position - beneath flat bottom
cabinet Plate position - beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom
oO
",,%
%.
MountingPlateTabs
the CabinetBottom
At least 30", up to 36"
MountingPlateTabs
Touchingthe Back
Frame
30" to Cooktop
Plate position - beneath recessed bottom
cabinet with front overhang
MountingPlatewith
TabsBelowCabinet
Bottomthe Same
Distanceas the Front
OverhangDepth
i II
i II 30" to Cooktop
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 frame, 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 the back wall an equal
distance below the c;d)inet bottom as the inside
depth of the flont overhang.
_]For this type of installation with flont overhang only,
align the mounting robs with this horizontal line, not
touching the ctd)inet bottom as described in Step D.
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I-_ ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE
CAUTION:
Wear gloves to avoid cutting
fingers on sharp edges.
HoleC Centerline
Notches
ooooooo
o oooooooo
/
AreaE
DrawaVertical
LineonWall
._-_- from Centerof
TopCabinet
HoleD
HoleB
[]Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the
30" wide space.
[]Use the mounting plate as the template for the rear
wall. Place the mounting plato on the wall, making
sure that the robs are touching the bottom of the
cabinet or the level line drawn in Step C for cabinets
with front overhang. Line up the notch and centerline
on the bottom of the mounting plate to the centerline
on the wall.
[] While holding tim mounting plate with one hand,
draw circles on the wall at holes A, B, C and D
(see illusuation above/actual plate marked with
arrows). Four holes must be used for mounting.
NOTE: Holes C and D are inside area E. If neifller
C nor D is in a stud, find a stud somewhere in area E
and draw a fifth circle m line up with the stud. It is
important to use at least one wood screw mounted
firmly in a stud m support the weight of the microwave.
Set the mounting plate aside.
WARNING: ruskofelectricshock.Can
cause injury or death. Take care to not drill into electrical
wiring inside walls or cabinets.
[] Drill holes on die circles. If there is a stud, drill a :X_"
hole for wood screws. For holes that don't line up with
a stud, drill a %" hole for toggle bolts.
NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS
TIME.
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