Over the range microwave oven household use only (36 pages)
Summary of Contents for Panasonic NN-SG138S
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Installation Over the Range Instructions Microwave Oven BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. Note to Consumer – • Keep these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT – • Save these • Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires instructions for local inspector’s use.
Installation Instructions Adapting Microwave Blower CONTENTS – for Outside Back Exhaust....17 18 General information Mount the Microwave Oven ....19 Important Safety Instructions ........3 Recirculating ........– Electrical Requirements .......... 3 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall .... Damage – Shipment/Installation......4 Preparation of Top Cabinet ....2 Parts Included............
Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet. You should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked The installer must perform a ground continuity check by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is on the power outlet box before beginning the properly grounded.
Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED DAMAGE—SHIPMENT/ (CONT.) ADDITIONAL PARTS INSTALLATION PART QUANTITY • If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the unit to the store in which it was bought for repair Cabinet or replacement. Template • If the unit is damaged by the customer, repair or replacement is the responsibility of the customer.
Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Pencil Carpenter square # 1 Phillips screwdriver (optional) Tin snips (for cutting damper, if required) Scissors “ “ “ Electric drill with ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ (to cut template, if necessary) drill bits Filler blocks or scrap wood pieces, if needed...
Installation Instructions PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE 4 Cut the middle of the outer protective plastic bag to remove the ounting late REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/ Screws Screws REMOVING THE MOUNTING Mounting Plate PLATE Remove the installation instructions,use and care, exhaust adapter, turntable ring, filters, glass tray and the small hardware bag.
Installation Instructions DETERMINING WALL PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET Plate position -beneath framed Plate position -beneath flat bottom cabinet bottom cabinet recessed NOTE: IT IS VERY READ AND FOLLO IMPOR IN THE W THE TANT BEFOR INSTA LLATIO DIREC REAR E PROCE N INSTR UCTIO...
Installation Instructions ALIGNING THE WALL PLATE 3/8" TO EDGE 12" NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO Trim the rear wall template along the dotted line. READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS REAR WALL TEMPLATE. This Rear Wall Template serves to position the bottom mounting plate and to locate the horizontal exhaust 4"...
Installation Instructions INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to NOTE: This microwave is shipped assembled for the following three types of ventilation: Recirculating. Select the type of ventilation required for your installation and proceed to that section.
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Installation Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXTERNAL EXHAUST DUCTING Maximum duct length: NOTE: If you need to install ducts, note that the total duct length of 3 ⁄ ” x 10” (8.2 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or For satisfactory air movement, the total duct length of 5”...
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Installation Instructions EXTERNAL EXHAUST DUCTING OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY) The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. EQUIVALENT NUMBER EQUIVALENT DUCT PIECES LENGTH USED LENGTH Roof Cap 24 Ft. (7.3 m) 24 Ft. (7.3 m) 12 Ft. (3.6 m) Straight Duct 12 Ft. (3.6 m) 12 Ft.
Installation Instructions OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW A1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall A2. Prepare Top Cabinet Adapting Microwave Blower for Outside Top Exhaust 3/8" TO EDGE along the dotted line. Trim the rear wall template 12" A4. Check Damper Operation NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THE DIRECTIONS READ AND FOLLOW...
Installation Instructions USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE 2 Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires FOR PREPARATION OF TOP will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit. CABINET End B 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.
Installation Instructions MOUNT THE MICROWAVE ADAPTING MICROWAVE OVEN BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST Secure blower unit to microwave with the screw removed in Step 1. Make sure the screw is tight. Replace blower plate with the screw removed in Step 1. Make sure the screw is tight. FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN.
MOUNT THE MICROWAVE ADJUST THE EXHAUST OVEN (cont.) ADAPTOR Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor Cabinet Front to connect to the house duct. Cabinet Bottom Shelf Filler Block Back of Damper Blower Plate Microwave Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw...
Installation Instructions OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW B1. Prepare Rear Wall B2. Remove Blower Plate B3. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall B4. Prepare Top Cabinet 3/8" TO EDGE along the dotted line. Trim the rear wall template 12" NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS...
Installation Instructions ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts. TOP CABINET TEMPLATE.
Installation Instructions ADAPTING MICROWAVE Place the blower unit back into the opening. BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Back BACK EXHAUST (cont.) End A Rotate blower unit counterclockwise 180°. Before Rotation After Rotation End B CAUTION: Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring.
Installation Instructions Cabinet Front MOUNT THE MICROWAVE Cabinet Bottom Shelf OVEN Filler Block Equivalent to Depth of Cabinet Recess Self-Aligning Screw FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL Microwave Oven Top SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE Attach the microwave oven to the top cabinet. INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN.
Installation Instructions RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall C2. Prepare Top Cabinet C3. Check Blower Plate 3/8" TO EDGE along the dotted line. Trim the rear wall template Mount the Microwave Oven 12" NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION...
Installation Instructions MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN 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. FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS MICROWAVE OVEN.
Installation Instructions MOUNT THE MICROWAVE Open the microwave door and remove the two OVEN (cont.) vent mounting screws ; l ocated on top of the microwave using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Insert 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. Turn two full turns on each screw.
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Installation Instructions Press the bottom of charcoal filter to place it into the correct position. Reinstall the vent by sliding the bottom of the vent into place. Push the vent top into position and slide right into place. Replace the two vent mounting screws located on top of the microwave using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE Make sure the microwave oven has been Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on. installed according to instructions. & Read the CARE Manual. Remove all packing material from the microwave oven. Install turntable ring a nd glas s tray in cavity.
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Installation Instructions Operational check 1. Make sure the unit has been installed according to these instructions. 2. Remove all packing materials from the oven. 3. Replace house fuse or turn circuit breaker back on. 4. Plug power cord into receptacle . 5.