KitchenAid Architect Series KBMS1454R User manual

BUILT-IN MICROWAVE OVEN
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
24" (61.0 cm), 27" (68.6 cm), 30" (76.2 cm)
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
This product is suitable for use above electric or gas built-in ovens, and below non-vented electric or gas
cooktops. This product is not suitable for use below downdraft cooktops.
These installation instructions cover different models. The appearance of your particular model may differ
slightly from the illustrations in these Installation Instructions.
Table of Contents
MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY........................................................... 1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................... 2
Tools and Parts............................................................................... 2
Location Requirements................................................................... 2
Minimum Dimensions ..................................................................... 3
Product Dimensions ....................................................................... 4
Electrical Requirements.................................................................. 5
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................... 6
Install the Microwave Oven
24" (61.0 cm) Installation Only....................................................... 6
Install the Microwave Oven
27" (68.6 cm) or 30" (76.2 cm) Installation Only ........................... 7
Complete Installation ...................................................................... 8
ASSISTANCE ..................................................................................... 8
IMPORTANT: Read Installation Instructions thoroughly before beginning installation. Save Installation Instructions for local electrical
inspector’s use.
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happen if the instructions are not followed.
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We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
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:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Tools Needed
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools
listed here.
Parts Supplied
All of the following parts are provided, but not all parts will be
used. The cutout opening size will determine which parts you will
use. See chart below parts list to see which parts are used for
each installation.
Location Requirements
The microwave oven may be located in a cabinet, and/or above a
built-in oven, or below the counter and/or below a non-vented
cooktop. Check the opening where the microwave oven will be
installed. The location must provide:
■Wood cabinetry.
■Cutout opening that is plumb and square. For proper
installation, the bottom corners must be cut at right angles.
See “Minimum Cutout Dimensions” section.
■Cutout floor that is solid, level and flush with bottom of
cabinet cutout.
■Support for weight of at least 150 lbs (68 kg), which includes
microwave oven and items placed inside.
■Grounded electrical outlet. See “Electrical Requirements”
section.
■Minimum installation clearances for installation location. See
“Minimum Dimensions” section.
We recommend:
■Complete enclosure around the recessed portion of the
microwave oven.
■Measuring tape
■Pencil
■Torx T-10 screwdriver
■Electric drill
■5/64" (2 mm) drill bit
A. Z-brackets (2)
B. 1/2" T-10 screws (6)
C. Narrow side brackets, marked LEFT 27" and RIGHT 27" (2)
D. Narrow side trim panels (2)
E. Wide side brackets, marked LEFT 30" and RIGHT 30" (2)
F. Wide side trim panels (2)
G. 1" T-10 screws (4)
INSTALLATION PARTS USED
24" (61.0 cm) installation G
27" (68.6 cm) installation A, B, C, D, G
30" (76.2 cm) installation A, B, E, F, G
A
B
CD
E
F
G

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Minimum Dimensions
Minimum Installation Clearances
For proper installation, the following minimum clearances must exist above and below the cutout opening.
NOTE: The bottom of the cooktop may be sunk into the counter
and lower cabinet. The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist
below the lowest point of the cooktop, and there must be no
interference between any part of the cooktop (including any gas
fittings) and the microwave oven.
Above Cabinet/Storage Drawer Installation Above Oven/Warming Drawer Installation
Below Counter Installation Below Built-in Cooktop Installation
A. Upper cabinet
B. Lower cabinet or storage drawer
C. Lower oven or warming drawer
D. Built-in cooktop (non-vented)
E. Storage drawer
F. Toe kick
1"
(2.5 cm)
1
¹⁄₂ "
(3.8 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
3"
(7.6 cm)
A
B
C
1¹⁄₂"
(3.8 cm)
1¹⁄₂"
(3.8 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
3"
(7.6 cm)
D
E
F
See note
below.

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Minimum Cutout Dimensions
NOTES:
■Depth dimension may be 21³⁄₄" (55.2 cm) with non-flush
receptacle only if the receptacle is located in upper right or
upper left corner. See “Cutout Top View.”
■Lower front corners of cutout must be right angles.
*With flush receptacle, or with non-flush receptacle located in
upper right or upper left corner of cutout.
**With non-flush receptacle.
Cutout Top View
Product Dimensions
*Measurements include front facing of microwave oven. Depth
measurement also includes door handle.
DIM. 24" (61.0 CM)
INSTALLATION 27" (68.6 CM) INSTALLATION 30" (76.2 CM) INSTALLATION
Width 22¹⁄₄" (56.5 cm)
± 3/16" (4.8 mm) 25³⁄₄" (65.4 cm) ± 3/16" (4.8 mm) 28³⁄₄" (73.0 cm) ± 3/16" (4.8 mm)
Height 17⁵⁄₈" (44.8 cm) for all installations
Depth 21³⁄₄" (55.2 cm) with flush receptacle, or with non-flush
receptacle located in far corner;
26¹⁄₄" (66.7 cm) with non-flush receptacle
W idthW idth
17 ⁵⁄₈ "
(44.8 cm)
21
³⁄₄ " (55.2 cm)*
26
¹⁄₄ " (66.7 cm)**
22 ¹⁄₄ " (56.5 cm)
25
³⁄₄ " (65.4 cm)
28
³⁄₄ " (73.0 cm)
Right angles
A. Microwave oven
B. Non-flush receptacle
C. Flush receptacle
D. Non-flush receptacle located in upper
right or upper left corner
21³⁄₄"
(55.2 cm)
26¹⁄₄"
(66.7 cm)
A B C D
21⁷⁄₈"
(55.6 cm)
17¹⁄₂"
(44.5 cm)
18¹⁄₄"
(46.4 cm)
21¹⁄₄"
(54.0 cm)*
23³⁄₄"
(60.3 cm)*
18"
(45.7 cm)*

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Electrical Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz,
AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply (or circuit breaker)
is required. (A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.)
It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this
appliance be provided.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■For all cord connected appliances:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of
an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and grounded.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can
result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether
the microwave oven is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is
too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install
an outlet near the microwave oven.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the Microwave Oven
24" (61.0 cm) Installation Only
NOTE: For this microwave oven, the door handle may be used for
lifting. Do not use any other portion of the control panel, side
brackets, front frame or trim for lifting.
1. Empty microwave oven of any loose items.
2. Using 2 or more people, slide the microwave oven all the way
into the opening.
3. The microwave oven should be centered in the opening. Open
the microwave oven door.
4. Mark 4 holes (2 on each side) in the door facing frame of the
microwave oven.
5. To prevent damage to the frame while drilling during the next
step, close the door and remove the microwave oven.
6. Drill the 4 holes using 5/64" (2 mm) drill.
7. With the microwave oven near the opening, plug the
microwave oven into the grounded 3-prong outlet.
8. Replace microwave oven in cutout opening.
9. Open the microwave oven door. The holes in the door facing
frame should align with the holes just drilled into the cabinet.
Fasten the microwave oven door facing to the cabinet using
four 1" T-10 screws.
10. Proceed to “Complete Installation” section.
A. Microwave oven door facing frame
B. Cabinet
C. 1" T-10 screws (4)
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
microwave oven.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
A
B
C
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING

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Install the Microwave Oven
27" (68.6 cm) or 30" (76.2 cm) Installation Only
1. Empty microwave oven of any loose contents.
2. Loosen 2 existing screws on each side of microwave oven.
The screws are located at the same height as the door handle,
and they are the 2 screws closest to the front of the
microwave oven on each side.
3. Slide the left and right side brackets under the existing screw
heads, as shown, and then tighten the screws. Use the narrow
side brackets (LEFT or RIGHT 27") for 27" (68.6 cm) opening,
or wide side brackets (LEFT or RIGHT 30") for 30" (76.2 cm)
opening.
4. Hold Z-brackets against the outside edges of cutout opening
with bottom ends of brackets resting on the cutout floor, as
shown. Mark holes.
NOTE: The lower corners of the wood cabinet must be right
angles for proper Z-bracket placement.
5. Drill holes into the inside edges of cutout opening using 5/64"
(2 mm) drill bit.
6. Attach Z-brackets to side edges of cutout opening using four
1/2" T-10 screws.
7. With the microwave oven near the opening, plug the
microwave oven into the grounded 3-prong outlet.
8. Using 2 or more people, slide microwave oven all the way into
the opening.
A. Existing screws
B. Right side bracket
C. Proper side bracket placement
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
microwave oven.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
A
B
C
A. Z-brackets (2)
B. 1/2" T-10 screws (4)
C. Cutout opening
A
B
C
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING

NOTES:
■The side bracket must slide over the top of the Z-bracket.
■The vertical flap of side bracket must rest against Z-bracket,
with screw holes aligned, as shown.
9. Fasten side brackets to Z-brackets using two 1/2" T-10
screws.
10. Open microwave oven door.
11. Position the tabular portion of the side trim panel behind the
door facing frame, then firmly push the outside edge of the
trim behind the Z-bracket, as shown.
Exploded View of Panel Placement
12. Attach the side trim panel to the door facing frame using two
1" T-10 screws.
13. Repeat steps 11 and 12 on other side.
Complete Installation
1. Install the turntable in the microwave oven.
2. Check the operation of microwave oven by placing 1 cup
(250 mL) of water on the turntable and programming cook
time of 1 minute at 100% power.
Installation is now complete.
Save these Installation Instructions for future use.
ASSISTANCE
If the microwave oven does not operate:
■Check that a circuit breaker has not tripped, or a house fuse
blown.
■Check that the power supply cord is plugged into a grounded
3-prong outlet.
■See the Use and Care Guide for troubleshooting information.
If you need assistance:
Call your authorized dealer or service center. When you call, you
will need the microwave oven model number and serial number.
Both numbers can be found on the model and serial number
plate, which is located behind the microwave oven door on the
front frame of the microwave oven.
A. Side bracket
B. 1/2" T-10 screw
C. Z-bracket
A. Door facing frame
B. Z-bracket
C. Side trim panel
A B C
A B C
A. Door facing frame
B. Trim panel
C. 1" T-10 screws (4)
A
B
C
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