Samsung ME17R7021EW/AC User manual

Installation Instructions
Over The Range Microwave Oven
BEFORE YOU BEGIN (Read these instructions completely and carefully.)
IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.
IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for future 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 Warranty.
READ CAREFULLY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Contents
1. Placement of the mounting plate. . . . . . 8
A. Removing the microwave oven from the
carton/Removing the mounting plate. . . . 8
B. Finding the wall studs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
C. Determining wall plate location under your
cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
D. Aligning the wall plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2. Installation types (choose A, B or C) . . 11
A. Outside top exhaust (vertical duct) . . . . 12
A1. Attach the mounting plate to the wall 12
A2. Use top cabinet template for
preparation of top cabinet . . . . . . . . . 12
A3. Installation procedure for exhaust
adaptor and proper damper
operation check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
A4. Mount the microwave oven . . . . . . . . 13
A5. Adjust the exhaust adaptor . . . . . . . . 14
A6. Connecting ductwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
B. Recirculating (non-vented ductless). . . . 15
B1. Attach the mounting plate to the wall 15
B2. Use top cabinet template for
preparation of top cabinet . . . . . . . . . 15
B3. Adapting microwave blower for
recirculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
B4. Mount the microwave oven . . . . . . . . 16
B5. Installing the charcoal filter. . . . . . . . . 17
C. Outside back exhaust (horizontal duct) . 18
C1. Preparing the rear wall for outside
back exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
C2. Attach the mounting plate to the wall 18
C3. Use top cabinet template for
preparation of top cabinet . . . . . . . . . 19
C4. Adapting microwave blower for
outside back exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
C5. Mount the microwave oven . . . . . . . . 20
Before you use your microwave . . . . . . . 22
Step-by-step installation guide
Important safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electrical requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Hood exhaust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Damage - Shipment/Installation . . . . . . . . 6
Parts included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Tools you will need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General information
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet.
The installer must perform a ground continuity check on
the power outlet box before beginning the installation
to insure that the outlet box is properly grounded. If
not properly grounded, or if the outlet box does not
meet electrical requirements noted (under ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS), a qualified electrician should be
employed to correct any deficiencies.
Insure proper
ground exists
before use
CAUTION: For personal
safety, remove house fuse or
open circuit breaker before
beginning installation to
avoid severe or fatal shock
injury.
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.
Insure proper
ground exists
before use
Insure proper
ground exists
before use.
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.
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 electrician.
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 rating is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz. This product
must be connected to a supply circuit of the proper
voltage and frequency. 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
branch circuit single grounded outlet of at least 15 A
and max of 20 A. 20 A is recommended for multifamily
buildings. 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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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 11.
OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)
The following chart contains an example of one possible ductwork installation.
DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT
LENGTH x NUMBER USED = EQUIVALENT LENGTH
Roof Cap 24 ft. x (1) = 24 ft.
12 Ft. Straight Duct
(6˝ Round) 12 ft. x (1) = 12 ft.
Rectangular-to-Round
Transition Adaptor* 5 ft. x (1) = 5 ft.
Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests
and reflect requirements for good venting performance with
any vent hood.
Total Length = 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 damper.
OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)
The following chart contains an example of one possible ductwork installation.
DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT
LENGTH x NUMBER USED = EQUIVALENT LENGTH
Wall Cap 40 ft. x (1) = 40 ft.
3 Ft. Straight Duct
(3 ¼˝ x 10˝ Rectangular)
3 ft. x (1) = 3 ft.
90 ° Elbow 10 ft. x (2) = 20 ft.
Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests
and reflect requirements for good venting performance with
any vent 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.
HOOD EXHAUST
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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 carefully.
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. Also, 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
transition 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 straight duct which is longer than
their actual physical size. When calculating the total duct
length, add the equivalent lengths of all transitions and
adaptors plus the length of all straight duct sections. The
chart below shows you how to calculate total equivalent
ductwork length using the equivalent length in feet of some
typical ducts.
DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT
LENGTH x NUMBER USED = EQUIVALENT LENGTH
Rectangular-to-Round
Transition Adaptor* 5 ft. x ( ) = ft.
Wall Cap 40 ft. x ( ) = ft.
90 ° Elbow 10 ft. x ( ) = ft.
45 ° Elbow 5 ft. x ( ) = ft.
90 ° Elbow 25 ft. x ( ) = ft.
45 ° Elbow 5 ft. x ( ) = ft.
Roof Cap 24 ft. x ( ) = ft.
Straight Duct 6˝ Round or
3 ¼˝ x 10˝ Rectangular
1 ft. x ( ) = ft.
Total Ductwork = 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 tin snips, in order to allow free
movement of the damper.
Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based
on actual tests and reflect the requirements
for good venting performance with any vent
hood.
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• 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 between the customer and installer.
DAMAGE - SHIPMENT/INSTALLATION
HARDWARE PACKET
PART QUANTITY
Template
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Wood Screws
(¼˝ x 2˝) 1
Template
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Toggle Bolts
(and wing nuts)
(3/16˝ x 3˝)
2
Template
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Self-aligning Machine
Screws (¼˝ - 28 x 3 ¼˝) 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 extra parts are included.
ADDITIONAL PARTS
PART QUANTITY
TOP CABINET TEMPLATE
REAR WALL TEMPLATE
Top Cabinet Template 1
TOP CABINET TEMPLATE
REAR WALL TEMPLATE Rear Wall Template 1
Installation Instructions 1
Separately Packed
Grease Filter 2
Template
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Exhaust adaptor 1
PARTS INCLUDED
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#1 and #2 Phillips
screwdriver
Pencil Ruler or tape measure and
straight edge
Carpenter square (optional)
Tin snips
(for cutting damper,
if required)
Scissors
(to cut template,
if necessary)
Electric drill with 3/16˝,
½˝ and ⅝˝ drill bits
Filler blocks or scrap wood
pieces, if needed for top
cabinet spacing (used on
recessed bottom cabinet
installations only)
Gloves Saw (saber, hole or keyhole) Stud finder or Hammer
(optional)
Safety goggles
Level Duct and masking tape
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
16 ²⁹∕₃₂˝
30˝
2˝
30˝ min.
Bottom edge
of the cabinet
needs to be 30˝
or more from the
cooking surface.
Backsplash
66˝ or More
from the Floor
to the Top of the
Microwave
NOTES:
• The space between the cabinets must be 30˝ wide and
free 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 the 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.
MOUNTING SPACE
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1. PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE
A. REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN
FROM THE CARTON/REMOVING THE
MOUNTING PLATE
1. Remove the installation instructions, Exhaust
adaptor, filters, glass tray, and the small hardware
bag. Do not remove the Styrofoam protecting the
front of the oven.
2. Fold back all 4 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.
Styrofoam
Carton
Carton
Styrofoam
3. Pull the carton up and o the oven.
4. Remove and properly discard plastic bags.
Screws Screws
Mounting Plate
Screws
Mounting Plate
Screws
5. Remove the 2 screws from the mounting plate. This
plate will be used as the rear wall template and for
mounting.
NOTE: You will have to reuse two screws in original
loction of outcase after removing mounting plate.
B. FINDING THE WALL STUDS
Wall Studs
Center
Center
Wall Studs
1. Find the studs using one of the following methods:
A. Stud finder–a magnetic device which locates nails.
OR
B. Use a hammer to tap lightly across the mounting
surface to find a solid sound. This will indicate a
stud location.
2. 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 halfway between the edges.
The center of any adjacent studs should be 16˝ or
24˝ from this mark.
3. Draw a line down the center of the studs.
THE MICROWAVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO AT
LEAST ONE WALL STUD.
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C. DETERMINING WALL PLATE
LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET
Plate position – beneath flat bottom cabinet.
C
L
16 ²⁹∕₃₂˝
At least 30˝
Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30˝
wide space.
Tape the Rear Wall Template onto the wall matching the
centerline and touching the bottom of the cabinet.
Plate position – beneath recessed bottom cabinet
with front overhang.
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i
Plate position – beneath recessed bottom
cabinet with front overhang
Draw a line on the
back wall equal to the
depth of the front
overhang.
30" to Cooktop
30˝ to Cooktop
Draw a line on the
back wall equal to
the depth of the front
overhang.
Plate position – beneath framed recessed cabinet
bottom.
C
L
30˝ to Cooktop
Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30˝
wide space.
Tape the Rear Wall Template onto the wall matching the
centerline and touching the bottom cabinet frame.
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 front overhang only, with no back
or side frame, install the mounting plate down the same
distance as the front overhang depth. This will keep the
microwave level.
1. Measure the inside depth of the front overhang.
2. Draw a horizontal line on the back wall an equal
distance below the cabinet bottom as the inside
depth of the front overhang.
3. For this type of installation with front overhang only,
align the mounting tabs with this horizontal line, not
touching the cabinet bottom as described in Step D.
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D. ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE
C
L
CAUTION: Wear gloves to avoid cutting
fingers on sharp edges.
Area E Hole B
Hole A Centerline
notches
Draw a Vertical Line
on Wall from Center
of Top Cabinet
Draw a Horizontal line on wall from
bottom of “Rear Wall Template”.
Horizontal Line
Horizontal Line
Draw a Horizontal line on wall from
bottom of “Rear Wall Template”.
Draw a Vertical Line
on Wall from Center of
Top Cabinet
Horizontal Line
Horizontal Line Area E
Centerline
notches
Hole A
Hole B
CAUTION: Wear gloves to avoid cutting fingers on
sharp edges.
1. Draw a Vertical line on the wall at the center of
the 30˝ wide space.
2. Draw a Horizontal line on the wall at the bottom
of the “Rear Wall Template”.
3. Drill ⅝˝ holes for toggle bolts on 3 locations
(Hole A, Hole B, Hole C) but if the location of hole
is same as that of stud, drill a 3/16˝ hole for wood
screw. In other words, toggle bolt can not be
used to the location of stud.
NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS
TIME.
NOTE: Holes A, B and C are inside area E. If none
of A, B and C is in a stud, find a stud somewhere
in area E and draw a forth circle to line up with the
stud. It is important to use at least one wood
screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the
weight of the microwave. Set the mounting plate
aside.
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2. INSTALLATION TYPES (CHOOSE A, B OR C)
This microwave oven is compatible with the following three
types of ventilation:
A. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct)
B. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless)
C. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct)
NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for Outside
Top Exhaust (except for non-vented models). Select the
type of ventilation required for your installation and proceed
to that section.
A. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST
(VERTICAL DUCT)
B. RECIRCULATING
(NON-VENTED DUCTLESS)
Adaptor in Place
for Outside
Top Exhaust
Adaptor in Place
for Outside Top
Exhaust
See page 12 See page 15
C. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST
(HORIZONTAL DUCT)
See page 18
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NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw,
make sure the tabs on the mounting plate touch the
bottom of the cabinet when pushed flush against the
wall and that the plate is properly centered under the
cabinet.
CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching your fingers
between the back of the mounting plate and the wall.
4. Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall to
help tighten the bolts.
A2. USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR
PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET
You need to drill holes for the top support screws, a hole
large enough for the power cord to fit through, and a
cutout large enough for the exhaust adaptor.
• Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET
TEMPLATE.
• Tape it underneath the top cabinet.
• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP
CABINET TEMPLATE.
CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in
the cabinet bottom.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
A1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
A2. Prepare Top Cabinet
A3. Mount the Microwave Oven
A4. Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor
A5. Connecting Ductwork
A1. ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE
WALL
Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. At least
one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a
wall stud.
1. Remove the toggle wings from the bolts.
2. Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through
the holes designated to go into drywall, and then
reattach the toggle wings to ¾˝ onto each bolt.
To use toggle bolts:
Wall
Toggle Wings
Toggle
Bolt
Bolt End
Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness
Mounting
Plate
Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness
Bolt End
Mounting
Plate Toggle
Bolt
Wall
Toggle Wings
3. Place the mounting plate against the wall and insert
the toggle wings into the holes in the wall to mount
the plate.
A. OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT)
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A3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR EXHAUST
ADAPTOR AND PROPER DAMPER
OPERATION CHECK
Blower Plate
Damper
Exhaust Adaptor
Retaining Hooks
Back of
Microwave
Oven
• Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET
TEMPLATE.
• Tape it underneath the top cabinet.
• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP
CABINET TEMPLATE.
CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in
the cabinet bottom.
A4. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN
FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY,
WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS
MICROWAVE OVEN.
IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the handle during
installation.
NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use the nylon grommet
around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the
cord.
NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet
front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf.
IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case
damage may occur from over tightening screws.
NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread
power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet.
Keep it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Do not pinch cord or
lift oven by pulling cord.
1. Lift microwave, tilt it forward,
and hook slots at back
bottom edge onto four lower
tabs of mounting plate.
2. Rotate front of
oven up against
cabinet bottom.
3. Insert a self-aligning screw through the top center
cabinet hole. Temporarily secure the oven by turning
the screw at least two full turns after the threads
have engaged. (It will be completely tightened later.)
Be sure to keep power cord tight. Be careful not
to pinch the cord, especially when mounting
flush to bottom of cabinet.
Cabinet Front
Filler Block
Microwave Oven Top
Self-Aligning Screw
Equivalent to
Depth of
Cabinet Recess
Cabinet Bottom Shelf
Equivalent to
Depth of Cabinet
Recess
Cabinet Bottom Shelf
Microwave Oven Top
Cabinet Front
Filler Block
Self-Aligning Screw
4. Attach the microwave oven to the top cabinet.
5. Insert 2 self-aligning screws
through outer top cabinet holes.
Turn two full turns on each screw.
6. Tighten center
screw completely.
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7. Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the
microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the
microwave oven in place against the wall and the top
cabinet.)
8. Install grease filter. See the Owner’s Manual packed
with the microwave.
A5. ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR
Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to
connect to the house duct.
Damper
For Side-toSide
Adjustment, Slide the
Exhaust Adaptor as
Needed
Back of
Microwave
Oven
A6. CONNECTING DUCTWORK
House Duct
House Duct
1. Extend the house duct down to connect to the
exhaust adaptor.
2. Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape.
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NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw,
make sure the tabs on the mounting plate touch the
bottom of the cabinet when pushed flush against the
wall and that the plate is properly centered under the
cabinet.
CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching your fingers
between the back of the mounting plate and the wall.
4. Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall to
help tighten the bolts.
B2. USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR
PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET
You need to drill holes for the top support screws and a
hole large enough for the power cord to fit through.
• Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET
TEMPLATE.
• Tape it underneath the top cabinet.
• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP
CABINET TEMPLATE.
CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in
the cabinet bottom.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
B1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
B2. Prepare Top Cabinet
B3. Adjust Blower
B4. Mount Microwave Oven
B5. Install Charcoal Filter
B1. ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE
WALL
Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. At least
one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a
wall stud.
1. Remove the toggle wings from the bolts.
2. Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through
the holes designated to go into drywall, and then
reattach the toggle wings to ¾˝ onto each bolt.
To use toggle bolts:
Wall
Toggle Wings
Toggle
Bolt
Bolt End
Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness
Mounting
Plate
Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness
Bolt End
Mounting
Plate Toggle
Bolt
Wall
Toggle Wings
3. Place the mounting plate against the wall and insert
the toggle wings into the holes in the wall to mount
the plate.
B. RECIRCULATING (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS)
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B3. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR
RECIRCULATION
1. Remove and save screw that holds blower plate to
microwave.
2. Lift up the blower plate.
Back of
Microwave Oven
Blower
Retaining
Screws
NOTE: The exhaust adaptor with damper is not needed
for recirculating models. You may want to save them for
possible future use.
3. Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will
extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower
unit.
CAUTION: Do not touch blade of blower forpreventing
crack and break. Hold outer case when the blower pull
out or back into.
4. Roll the blower unit 90° so that fan blade openings
are facing toward the front of the microwave.
Before Roll After Roll
5. Place the blower unit back into the opening.
CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring.
Make sure the wires are not pinched.
6. Remove the metal vent fan cover on the back of the
microwave by sliding it up.
7. Close the blower door. Slide blower shield onto the
top of the blower door opening.
8. Secure the blower to the microwave using the blower
retaining screws from Step 1.
Back of
Microwave Oven
Blower Retaining
Screws
Blower Retaining
Screw
B4. MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN
FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY,
WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS
MICROWAVE OVEN.
IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use the handle during
installation.
NOTE:
If your cabinet is metal, use the nylon grommet
around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the cord.
NOTE: We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet
front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf.
IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case
damage may occur from over tightening screws.
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NOTE: When mounting the microwave oven, thread
power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet. Keep
it tight throughout Steps 1-3. Do not pinch cord or lift
oven by pulling cord.
1. Lift microwave, tilt it forward,
and hook slots at back
bottom edge onto four lower
tabs of mounting plate.
2. Rotate front of
oven up against
cabinet bottom.
3. Insert a self-aligning screw through the top center
cabinet hole. Temporarily secure the oven by turning
the screw at least two full turns after the threads
have engaged. (It will be completely tightened later.)
Be sure to keep power cord tight. Be careful not
to pinch the cord, especially when mounting
flush to bottom of cabinet.
Cabinet Front
Filler Block
Microwave Oven Top
Self-Aligning Screw
Equivalent to
Depth of
Cabinet Recess
Cabinet Bottom Shelf
Equivalent to
Depth of Cabinet
Recess
Cabinet Bottom Shelf
Microwave Oven Top
Cabinet Front
Filler Block
Self-Aligning Screw
4. Attach the microwave oven to the top cabinet.
5. Insert 2 self-aligning screws
through outer top cabinet holes.
Turn two full turns on each screw.
6. Tighten center
screw completely.
7. Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the
microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the
microwave oven in place against the wall and the top
cabinet.)
8. Install grease filter. See the Owner’s Manual packed
with the microwave.
B5. INSTALLING THE CHARCOAL FILTER
1. Remove screws on top of grille using a #1 Phillips
screwdriver.
2. Open the door.
3. Remove the grill.
• After push left, Pull the straight o.
Charcoal filter
4. Install the charocal filter. When properly installed,
the wire mesh of the filter should be visible from the
front.
5. Reinstall the grille and the screws.
6. Close the door.
Insert mesh-side up
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C2. ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE
WALL
Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. At least
one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a
wall stud.
1. Remove the toggle wings from the bolts.
2. Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through
the holes designated to go into drywall, and then
reattach the toggle wings to ¾˝ onto each bolt.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
C1. Prepare Rear Wall
C2. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
C3. Prepare Top Cabinet
C4. Adjust Blower
C5. Mount the Microwave Oven
C1. PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE
BACK EXHAUST
You need to cut an opening in the rear wall for outside
exhaust.
C
L
• Read the instructions on the REAR WALL
TEMPLATE.
• Tape it to the rear wall.
• Cut the opening, following the instructions of the
REAR WALL TEMPLATE.
C. OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT)
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To use toggle bolts:
Wall
Toggle Wings
Toggle
Bolt
Bolt End
Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness
Mounting
Plate
Spacing for Toggles More
Than Wall Thickness
Bolt End
Mounting
Plate Toggle
Bolt
Wall
Toggle Wings
3. Place the mounting plate against the wall and insert
the toggle wings into the holes in the wall to mount
the plate.
NOTE: Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw,
make sure the tabs on the mounting plate touch the
bottom of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall
and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet.
CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching your fingers
between the back of the mounting plate and the wall.
4. Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the wall to
help tighten the bolts.
C3. USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR
PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET
You need to drill holes for the top support screws, a hole
large enough for the power cord to fit through, and a
cutout large enough for the exhaust adaptor.
• Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET
TEMPLATE.
• Tape it underneath the top cabinet.
• Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP
CABINET TEMPLATE.
CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when drilling holes in
the cabinet bottom.
C4. ADAPTING MICROWAVE BLOWER FOR
OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST
1. Remove and save screws that hold the blower plate
and the blower motor to the microwave.
Back of
Microwave Oven
Blower
Retaining
Screws
2. Open the blower door by lifting it up at the back
of the microwave. Remove and save the blower
shield on the back of the microwave by sliding it up.
Remove and save the metal vent fan cover on the
back of the microwave by sliding it up.
3. Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will
extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower
unit.
BEFORE: Fan Blade
Openings Facing Forward
End B
End A
4. Remove Parts “A” with tin snips or pliers.
(On Some Model)
Parts “A”
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