KitchenAid KMCS522PPS Countertop Microwaves Oven Installation Guide

June 13, 2024
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KitchenAid KMCS522PPS Countertop Microwaves Oven

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Product Information

The Microwave Oven Built-In Trim Kit is designed to be installed with built-in microwaves over any electric built-in oven up to 30 inches (76.2 cm) wide. It provides a seamless and integrated look in your kitchen while ensuring safety and proper functionality.

Product Features:

  • UL listed for use over any electric built-in oven
  • Compatible with Built-In Trim Kit Models MTK1527 and MTK1530
  • Safety alert symbol and important safety messages included
  • Includes necessary tools and parts for installation
  • Required cutout dimensions and location requirements provided

Installation Instructions:

  1. Gather the following tools: Measuring tape, Pencil, Phillipsscrewdriver, Drill, 7/64 drill bit.
  2. Ensure you have all the parts supplied, including Rear duct, Bottom duct, Rails (2), Trim kit frame, and screws.
  3. Refer to the provided chart for the required cutout dimensions.
  4. Measure and mark the cutout dimensions using a pencil.
  5. Use a drill and 7/64 drill bit to create the necessary holes for installation.
  6. Attach the Rear duct, Bottom duct, and Rails as per the provided instructions.
  7. Place the Trim kit frame over the cutout and secure it using the provided screws.
  8. Ensure proper clearance for surrounding cabinetry to open and close freely.
  9. Follow the specified receptacle location requirements for minimum depth.
  10. Complete the installation by connecting the built-in microwave oven according to its specific manual.

For detailed step-by-step instructions and illustrations, please refer to the original user manual provided with the Microwave Oven Built-In Trim Kit.

MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY
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.” These words mean:

DANGER: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
WARNING: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. 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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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.

  • Measuring tape
  • Pencil
  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Drill
  • 7/64″ drill bit

Parts Supplied
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Location Requirements

  • The microwave oven may be installed over a built-in oven. If installing over a built-in oven, make sure there is a minimum of 315/16″ (10cm) between the top of the lower oven cutout and the microwave oven cutout floor.
  • The microwave oven may also be installed in a cabinet by itself (without a built-in oven below). For best usability, we recommend a minimum distance of 361/16″ (91.6 cm) from the floor to the cutout floor.
  • Make sure the surrounding cabinetry has clearance to open and close freely. Allow a clearance of at least 2″ (5 cm) below the cutout floor (315/16″ [10 cm] for installation above a built-in oven), and a clearance of at least 2″ (5 cm) above the cutout opening.KitchenAid-KMCS522PPS-Countertop-Microwaves-Oven-fig- \(3\)

Required Cutout Dimensions
For minimum depth requirements, see chart.

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  • Trim kit frame overhang
  • Cutout for lower oven
  • Recommended region for receptacle location (no less than 6″ [15.2 cm] to the right of cutout centerline)
  • Cutout centerline

Receptacle Location Minimum Depth

  • Within recommended region
    219/16″ (54.8 cm) with flush receptacle; 239/16″ (59.8cm) with non-flush receptacle

  • Outside recommended region
    239/16″ (59.8 cm) with flush receptacle; 259/16 ” (64.9 cm) with non-flush receptacle

NOTES:

  • Depth requirements depend upon receptacle and its location within or outside of recommended region. See illustration and chart above.
  • Height dimension is critical: 17 1/8″ (43.5 cm) minimum,17 3/16″ (43.7 cm) minimum.
  • Width measurement has ±1/16″ (2 mm) tolerance.
  • 315/16″ (10 cm) minimum dimension is from lower oven cutout ceiling to microwave oven cutout floor.
  • Trim kit frame extends 13⁄₁₆” (2.14 cm) above and below the cutout opening.
    • 27″ (68.6 cm) trim kit
    • 30″ (76.2 cm) trim kit

Electrical Requirements

WARNING: 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.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Required:

  • A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker.

Recommended:

  • A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.
  • A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.

GROUNDING 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Microwave Oven

Attach Rails

  1. Unplug microwave oven before proceeding with installation.
  2. Remove any loose items inside microwave oven.
  3. Gently turn microwave oven onto its top, with the door facing forward (toward installer).
  4. Align the two rails on the microwave oven bottom, as shown, making sure the flanges are forward and pointing up.KitchenAid-KMCS522PPS-Countertop-Microwaves-Oven-fig- \(5\)
    • A. Rails (2)
    • B. 19# screws (4)
    • C. Microwave oven bottom
    • D. Table cloth
    • E. Table
  5. Secure the rails to the microwave oven bottom using four 19# screws.

Attach Rear Duct

  1. Gently return microwave oven to its upright position.
  2. Align the rear duct with the back of microwave oven, as shown.
  3. Use four short screws to secure top of rear duct to the back of microwave oven, as shown.KitchenAid-KMCS522PPS-Countertop-Microwaves-Oven-fig- \(6\)
    • A. 19# screws (4)
    • B. Rear duct
    • C. Microwave oven
    • D. Table cloth
    • E. Table

Prepare Cutout/Cabinet Opening

  1. On the cutout floor, find and mark the centerline.
  2. Place the bottom duct in the opening, with the flange resting against the bottom front facing of the opening.
    • A. Cutout floor
    • B. Centerline
    • C. Bottom duct
    • D. Bottom duct flange
    • E. Front facing
  3. Align the center arrows on the bottom duct with the centerline
    • A. Bottom duct
    • B. Cabinet
    • C. Center arrows, aligned with centerline
  4. Mark the three mounting holes through the bottom duct onto the cutout floor.
    • A. Bottom duct mounting holes
    • B. 123# screws (3)
    • C. Bottom duct
    • D.Cabinet
  5. Using 7/64″ drill, drill pilot holes into the three holes marked in Step 4.
  6. Realign and install the bottom duct with three short screws.
  7. Using 7/64″ drill, drill pilot holes through the four mounting holes of the bottom duct flange into the bottom front facing of the cutout/cabinet opening.
    • A. Bottom duct flange
    • B. Mounting holes

Install the Microwave Oven

  1. Position microwave oven near cutout opening.
    WARNING

    • 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.
  2. Plug in microwave oven.KitchenAid-KMCS522PPS-Countertop-Microwaves-Oven-fig- \(11\)

  3. Slide the microwave oven back and into place. The mounting holes of the rail flanges and bottom duct flange will align against the bottom front facing of the cutout/cabinet opening.KitchenAid-KMCS522PPS-Countertop-Microwaves-Oven-fig- \(12\)

  4. Secure the microwave oven to the cutout/cabinet by installing four 123# screws into the mounting holes.

Install Trim Kit Frame

  1. Position trim kit frame over the opening so that the upper tabs fit inside the rails, as shown.

  2. To vertically center the trim kit frame, slide it upward, against the opening, until the upper tabs catch against the top of the rails.

  3. Holding the trim kit frame firmly in place, use 7/64″ drill to drill four pilot holes into the front facing of the cutout/cabinet through the mounting hole guides in the upper and lower corners of the trim kit frame.
    NOTES: The holes will be drilled upward from the bottom, and downward from the top at an angle of about 45°.KitchenAid-KMCS522PPS-Countertop-
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    • A. Mounting hole guide
    • B. 93# Screws (4 -painted)
    • C. TK Frame
    • D. Cabinet
  4. Secure trim kit frame to cutout/cabinet by installing four long wood screws (painted) into the pilot holes drilled in Step 3 above.
    NOTES :

    • To ensure vertical centering, install the lower screws first.
    • To avoid damage to the trim kit frame, do not overtighten screws.KitchenAid-KMCS522PPS-Countertop-Microwaves-Oven-fig- \(17\)
    • Installation is now complete. Replace any loose items that have been removed from microwave oven cavity.
    • Save these Installation Instructions for future reference.

W11682371 SP PN W11682371 © 2023 Whirlpool Corporation.

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