You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow the safety instructions in this manual. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. Your safety and the safety of others are very important. 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.”
DANGER means that you can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the instructions.
WARNING means that you can be hurt if you don't follow the instructions.
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Tools needed:
■ Phillips screwdriver
■ ¼" (6.3 mm) hex opening screwdriver
■ Measuring tape
Parts supplied:
A. Spacer bars (2)
B. Bottom vent (1)
C. ³⁄8" hex washer head screws (4)
D. ¾" pan head screws (4)
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
■ Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used. Given dimensions provide minimum clearance with microwave oven.
■ Recessed installation area must provide complete enclosure around the recessed portion of the microwave oven.
■ Microwave oven support surface must be solid, level, and flush with bottom of cabinet cutout. Floor must be able to support a weight of 90 lbs (41.0 kg).
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to your cabinets, check with your builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that the materials used will not discolor, delaminate, or sustain other damage. This oven has been designed in accordance with the requirements of UL and CSA International and complies with the maximum allowable wood cabinet temperatures of 194°F (90°C).
Product Dimensions
27" (68.6 cm) and 30" (76.2 cm) Microwave Oven Spacer Kits
27" (68.6 cm) models:
A. 26³⁄4" (67.9 cm) overall width
30" (76.2 cm) models:
A. 29³⁄4" (75.6 cm) overall width
Cabinet Dimensions
27" (68.6 cm) and 30" (76.2 cm) Microwave Oven Spacer Kits
27" (68.6 cm) models:
A. 27" (68.6 cm) min. cabinet width
B. 207⁄16" (51.9 cm) bottom of cutout to bottom of upper cabinet door
C. 40" (101.2 cm) bottom of cutout to floor (recommended)
D. 25¹⁄2" (64.8 cm) cutout width
E. 1¹⁄2" (3.8 cm) min. bottom of cutout to top of cabinet door
F. 197⁄16" (49.4 cm) recommended cutout height (will fit cutout height from 19¼" [48.9 cm] to 19¹¹⁄16" [50.0 cm])
G. 217⁄8" (55.5 cm) min. cutout depth
30" (76.2 cm) models:
A. 30" (76.2 cm) min. cabinet width
B. 207⁄16" (51.9 cm) bottom of cutout to bottom of upper cabinet door
C. 40" (101.2 cm) bottom of cutout to floor (recommended)
D. 28¹⁄2" (72.4 cm) cutout width
E. 1¹⁄2" (3.8 cm) min. bottom of cutout to top of cabinet door
F. 197⁄16" (49.4 cm) recommended cutout height (will fit cutout height from 19¼" [48.9 cm] to 19¹¹⁄16" [50.0 cm])
G. 217⁄8" (55.5 cm) min. cutout depth
Minimum Installation Clearances
For proper installation, the following minimum clearances must exist above and below the cabinet opening.
Installation Above Single Built-In Oven
A. Upper cabinet
B. Lower single oven
Assemble Spacer Kit
1. Attach bottom vent to spacer bars using four ³⁄8" hex washer head screws.
NOTE: Spacer bar flanges should be facing out.
Install Spacer Kit
1. Center assembled microwave oven spacer kit against lower, front edge of the cabinet cutout.
2. Using an ¹⁄8" (3.2 mm) drill bit, drill through the mounting holes in the spacer bars to create pilot holes.
3. Attach the assembled spacer kit to the cabinet using four ¾" pan head screws provided. Do not overtighten screws.
Install Microwave Oven
Follow the instructions below along with the instructions in the Electric Built-In Microwave Oven Installation Instructions.
Read the “Electrical Requirements” and “Electrical Connection” sections along with all other sections of the Installation Instructions before installing the microwave oven.
1. Using 2 or more people, lift microwave oven partially into cabinet cutout above spacer kit and place microwave oven in between spacer bar flanges.
NOTE: Open microwave oven door and push against seal area of microwave oven front frame when pushing microwave oven into cabinet. Do not push against outside edges.
Complete Installation
1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
2. Check that you have all of your tools.
3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
If you need Assistance or Service:
Please reference the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use and Care Guide, or contact the dealer from whom you purchased your built-in microwave oven spacer kit.