PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

June 17, 2024
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Installation Instructions

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven

Over the Range
Microwave Oven
PVM2188

Questions? Call 1-800-561-3344 or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.ca

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.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
29-6070
(04-16 MCC)
READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

A qualified electrician must perform a ground continuity check on the wall receptacle before beginning the installation to ensure that the outlet box is properly grounded. If not properly grounded, or if the wall receptacle does not meet electrical requirements noted (under ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS), a qualified electrician should be employed to correct any deficiencies.

WARNING:
Risk of Electric Shock.
Can cause injury or death: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation to avoid severe or fatal shock injury.

WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock.
Can cause injury or death: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED to avoid severe or fatal shock.
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.

Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle, installed by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock.
Can cause injury or death: DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut, deform or remove any of the prongs from the power cord. Do not use with an extension cord. Failure to comply may cause fire.
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 (28.6-38.5 kg) product, plus additional microwave oven loads of up to 50 pounds (22.7 kg) or a total weight of 113–135 pounds (51.2-61.2 kg).
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 back wall.
CAUTION: To avoid the risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to excessive weight of the microwave) or property damage, you will need two people to install this microwave.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
120 V Models
This product requires a three-prong grounded outlet .
Product rating is 120 volts AC, 60 Hertz, 15 amps, and 1.70 kilowatts. 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 15 to 20 ampere branch circuit single grounded outlet. The outlet box should be located in the cabinet above the microwave oven and away from any potential microwave ducting. 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.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

HOOD EXHAUST

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 6. Below are examples of Outside Top Exhaust and Outside Back Exhaust duct system layouts. Note the position of the microwave oven relative to the duct system.

OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)
The following chart describes 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 (6² 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 describes an example of one possible ductwork installation.

DUCT PIECES| EQUIVALENT NUMBER
LENGTH* x
USED =| EQUIVALENT LENGTH
---|---|---
| Wall Cap| 40 Ft. x (1) =| 40 Ft.
| 3 Ft . Straight Duct  (3 1⁄4″ 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.
1” = 2.5 cm; 1’ = 0.3 m

NOTE: If you need to install ducts, note that the total duct length of 3 1⁄4″ 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 3 1⁄4″ 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 31⁄4″ 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 approximate feet of equivalent length of some typical duct pieces.

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 6² Round or 31⁄4² x 10² 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 the tin snips, in order to allow free movement of the damper.
    Equivalent lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any vent hood.
    1” = 2.5 cm; 1’ = 0.3 m

DAMAGE – SHIPMENT/INSTALLATION

  • 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 customer and installer.

PARTS INCLUDED
HARDWARE PACKET

PART QUANTITY
Wood Screws (3/16” x 2”) 2
Toggle Bolts (and wing nuts) (1/4” x 3”) 4
Self-aligning Machine Screw (1/4”-28 x 3-1/4”) 3
Nylon Grommet (for metal cabinets) 2
Power Cord Strap (plastic) 1

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.

PARTS INCLUDED
ADDITIONAL PARTS

PART QUANTITY
Top Cabinet Template 1
Rear Wall Template 1
Installation Instructions and Quick Use & Care 1

1
| Grease Filters| 2
| Exhaust Adaptor| 1
| Tray| 1
| Turntable Ring| 1
| Charcoal Filter| 1

MOUNTING SPACE

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - MOUNTING SPACE

NOTES:

  • The space between the cabinets must be 30″ wide and free of obstructions.
  • If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the outside, see 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.
  • Maximum cabinet depth above and beside the unit is 14 5/8”. When using GE approved instructions or accessory kit the maximum installation depth is 17 5/8”.
  • For models setup in Recirc Exhaust: Do not allow cabinetry or other objects to block the airflow of the vent.
  • The product should not be installed over any cooktop or range with a combined BTU greater than 60,000 BTU.

PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE

**A** REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON/REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE

  1. Open the box and fold back all four carton flaps fully against the carton sides. Remove the following items from the protective foam: installation instructions, filters, exhaust adaptor, damper, and the small hardware bag. Do not remove the foam protecting
    the front of the microwave oven.

  2. Then carefully roll the microwave oven and carton over onto the top side. The microwave oven should be resting in the foam.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - MOUNTING PLATE

  3. Pull the carton up and off the microwave oven.

  4. The mounting plate is attached to the back of the microwave oven. Remove the two screws holding it to the microwave oven. The plate will be used as the rear wall template and for mounting the microwave oven to the wall.

  5. Set the microwave oven upright . Remove and properly discard plastic bags and foam.

  6. Open the microwave oven door and remove the plastic sheet and tape from inside the microwave oven door. Remove the tape covering the turntable hub.

**B**FINDING THE WALL STUDS

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - FINDING THE WALL STUDS

  1. Find the studs, using one of the following methods:
    A. Stud finder.
    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.
    IMPORTANT: The microwave must be connected to at least one wall stud.

C DETERMINING MOUNTING PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - DETERMINING MOUNTING PLATE
LOCATION

Plate Position – cabinet with front overhang

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - Plate Position

Your cabinets may have decorative trim that interferes with the microwave oven installation. You may need to remove the decorative trim to install the microwave oven properly and to make it level.
THE MICROWAVE OVEN MUST BE LEVEL.
Use a level to make sure the cabinet bottom is level.  If the cabinets have a front overhang, install the mounting plate down the same distance as the front overhang depth. This will keep the microwave oven 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, align the mounting tabs with this horizontal line, not touching the cabinet bottom as described in Step D.

**D**  ALIGNING THE MOUNTING PLATE

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - ALIGNING THE MOUNTING
PLATE

  1. Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30″ wide space.

  2. Use the mounting plate as the template for the rear wall.
    Place the mounting plate on the wall, making sure that the tabs are touching the bottom of the cabinet or the level line drawn in Step C for cabinets with front overhang. Line up the notch and center line on the mounting plate to the center line on the wall.

  3. While holding the mounting plate with one hand, draw circles on the wall at holes A, B, C, and D (see illustration above/actual plate marked with arrows) . Four holes must be used for mounting.
    NOTE: Holes C and D are inside area E. If neither C nor D is in a stud, find a stud somewhere in area E and draw a fifth 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 oven.
    Set the mounting plate aside.
    WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Can cause injury or death. Take care to not drill into electrical wiring inside walls or cabinets.

  4. drill a3⁄16″ hole for wood screws. For holes that don’t line up with a stud, Drill holes on the circles. If there is a stud, drill a 5 ⁄8″ hole for toggle bolts.
    NOTE: DO NOT MOUNT THE PLATE AT THIS TIME.

INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C)

This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following 3 types of ventilation:
A. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless)
B. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct)
C. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct)

NOTE: Select the type of ventilation required for your installation and proceed to that section.

A RECIRCULATING (NON-VENTED DUCTLESS)

A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the non-vented exhaust . (See your Owner’s Manual for the kit number.)

B OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (VERTICAL DUCT)

C OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (HORIZONTAL DUCT)

A RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless)

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
A1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
A2. Prepare Top Cabinet
A3. Adjust Blower Motor
A4. Install Charcoal Filter
A5. Mount the microwave oven
A6. Installing/Replacing the Charcoal Filter Without Access to Top Screws and the Unit Has Already Been Mounted.

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 reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt .
    To use toggle bolts:PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - To use toggle
bolts

  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 or the horizontal level line when pushed flush against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet.
    CAUTION: Be careful to avoid pinching 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 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.

A3 ADJUST BLOWER MOTOR

  1. Remove the screws holding the blower unit and the screws securing the blower plate. Remove the blower plate from the outer case by sliding it toward the back of the microwave and pulling up.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - ADJUST BLOWER MOTOR

  2. Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit.

  3. Roll the blower so that fan blade openings are facing the top of the oven. Place the blower back into the opening. Note: Make sure the wires remain routed through the openings in the motor frame. To avoid damage to the fan motor wiring, insert motor carefully such that the fan motor wiring does not contact the microwave power cord bracket.
    WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock.
    Can cause injury or death. Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched.

  4. Slide the blower plate back onto the microwave by placing the side tabs into the slots and pushing gently until the back tab is seated into the rear slot . Replace 3 screws.

A4 INSTALLING THE CHARCOAL FILTER

  1. Open the door.
  2. Push the “Push” area on charcoal filter cover at center of the grille.
  3. Insert the top of the filter up and into the grooves on both sides of the inside of the top opening. Once you have cleared the bottom tab, push the bottom of the filter in until it restes in place behind the tab.
  4. Close the charcoal filter cover.
  5. Close the door.

A5 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN

CAUTION: To avoid the risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to excessive weight of the microwave) or property damage, you will need two people to install this microwave.
IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation.
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. Can cause injury or death: If installing unit with metal countertops, cover the edge of the power supply cord hole with the power supply cord bushing.
IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws.

NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet . Keep it tight throughout Steps 1–3. Do not pinch cord or lift microwave oven by pulling cord.

  1. Lift microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting plate.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - Power Cord
  2. Rotate front of microwave oven up against cabinet bottom.
  3. Insert 3 self-aligning screws ( 1⁄4″-28 x 3 1⁄4”) through outer top cabinet holes. Turn two full turns on each screw.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - Insert 3 self-aligning screws
  4. Tighten the three screws to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet .)
  5. Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual packed with the microwave oven.

B OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct)

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
B1. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
B2. Prepare Top Cabinet
B3. Adjust Blower Motor
B4. Install Exhaust Adaptor
B5. Mount Microwave Oven
B6. Connect Ductwork

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST 2

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. Recommended locations on the mounting plate are indicated by A, B, C and D.

  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 reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt .
    To use toggle bolts:PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - To use toggle bolts
2

  3. Insert the toggle wings into the holes in the wall and place the mounting plate against the wall.
    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 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, 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.

B3 ADJUST BLOWER MOTOR

  1. Remove the screws holding the blower unit and the screws securing the blower plate. Remove the blower plate from the outer case by sliding it toward the back of the microwave and pulling up.

  2. Carefully pull out the blower unit. The wires will extend far enough to allow you to adjust the blower unit.
    B3 ADJUST BLOWER MOTOR (cont .)

  3. Roll the blower so that fan blade openings are facing the top of the oven. Place the blower back into the opening. Note: Make sure the wires remain routed through the openings in the motor frame. To avoid damage to the fan motor wiring, insert motor carefully such that the fan motor wiring does not contact the microwave power cord bracket.
    WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock.
    Can cause injury or death. Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched.

  4. Slide the blower plate back onto the microwave by placing the side tabs into the slots and pushing gently until the back tab is seated into the rear slot . Replace 3 screws.

B4 ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL ADAPTOR

  1. Place the microwave oven in its upright position, with the top of the unit facing up and the front of the unit facing toward you.

  2. Remove the screw on the back side of the blower plate and raise the blower plate off of the microwave.

  3. Slide the damper from left to right into the tabs on the blower plate. The yellow tape on the damper should be facing away from you.

  4. Remove the yellow tape from the damper. Make sure that the damper pivots easily before mounting microwave oven.
    You will need to make adjustments to assure proper alignment with your house exhaust duct after the microwave oven is installed.

  5. Position the blower plate with damper back on the microwave and secure it with the screws that were removed.

B5 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN

CAUTION: To avoid the risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to excessive weight of the microwave) or property damage, you will need two people to install this microwave.
IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation.

WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. Can cause injury or death: If installing unit with metal countertops, cover the edge of the power supply cord hole with the power supply cord bushing.
IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws.

NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet . Keep it tight throughout Steps 1–3. Do not pinch cord or lift microwave 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 microwave oven up against cabinet bottom.
  3. Insert a self-aligning screw through top-center cabinet hole. Temporarily secure the microwave oven by turning the screw at least two full turns after the threads have engaged. (It will be completely tightened later.) Insert 2 self-aligning screws ( 1⁄4″-28 x 31⁄4″) through outer top cabinet holes. Turn two full turns on each screw.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - cabinet hole
  4. Tighten the three screws to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet .)
  5. Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual packed with the microwave oven.

B6 CONNECTING DUCTWORK

  1. Extend the house duct down to connect to the exhaust adaptor.
  2. Seal exhaust duct joints using duct tape.

**C** OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct)

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
C1. Prepare Rear Wall
C2. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall
C3. Prepare Top Cabinet
C4. Adjust Blower
C5. Mount the Microwave Oven

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - Horizontal Duct

C1 PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST
You need to cut an opening in the rear wall for outside exhaust.

  • Read the instructions on the REAR WALL TEMPLATE.
  • Tape it to the rear wall, lining up with the holes previously drilled for holes A and B in the mounting plate.
  • Cut the opening, following the instructions of the REAR WALL TEMPLATE.

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 reattach the toggle wings to 3⁄4″ onto each bolt .
    To use toggle bolts:PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - To use toggle bolts
3

  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 fingers between the back of the mounting plate andthe 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 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.

C4 ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST

  1. Remove the blower motor screws that holds the blower plate to the microwave oven. Slide the plate toward the back of the microwave and lift up to remove.
  2. Remove screw on the back of the unit.
  3. Carefully remove fan from cavity. Remove the wire from the notch at the bottom of the fan after it is removed from the cavity.
  4. The fan needs to be turned 180 degrees to the right to be in the correct orientation, keeping the blower part of the fan where the air comes out at the top of the fan. The wire needs to be reinsterted into the cage housing once it has been oriented correctly.
  5. Gently place the fan back into the cavity with the exhaust portion of the fan at the top and facing the back of the unit. Note: Make sure the wires remain routed through the openings in the motor frame. To avoid damage to the fan motor wiring, insert motor carefully such that the fan motor wiring does not contact the microwave power cord bracket.
  6. Replace screw on the back of the unit.
  7. Slide the vent damper on back of the unit with the hinge at the top.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - ADAPTING BLOWER FOR 3
  8. Replace the vent cover on the unit and secure it to the unit by replacing the two screws that were removed, with one in the middle hole and one on either side.

C5 MOUNT THE MICROWAVE OVEN
CAUTION: To avoid the risk of personal injury (back injury or other injuries due to excessive weight of the microwave) or property damage, you will need two people to install this microwave.
IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation.
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. Can cause injury or death: If installing unit with metal countertops, cover the edge of the power supply cord hole with the power supply cord bushing.

IMPORTANT: If filler blocks are not used, case damage may occur from overtightening screws.
NOTE: When mounting the microwave, thread power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet . Keep it tight throughout Steps 1–3. Do not pinch cord or lift microwave oven by pulling cord.

  1. Lift microwave, tilt it forward, and hook slots at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting plate.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - MICROWAVE OVEN 2
  2. Rotate front of microwave oven up against cabinet bottom.
  3. Insert a self-aligning screw through top-center cabinet hole. Temporarily secure the microwave oven by turning the screw at least two full turns after the threads have engaged. (It will be completely tightened later.) Insert 2 self-aligning screws ( 1⁄4″-28 x 31⁄4″) through outer top cabinet holes. Turn two full turns on each screw.PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - Fig 19
  4. Tighten the three screws to the top of the microwave oven. (While tightening screws, hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet .)
  5. Install grease filters. See the Owner’s Manual packed with the microwave oven.

PVM2188 Range Microwave Oven - Fig 20

BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

  1. Make sure the microwave oven has been installed according to instructions.
  2. Remove all packing material from the microwave oven.
  3. Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on.
  4. Install turntable and turntable ring in cavity.
  5. 120 V Models: Plug power cord into a dedicated 15- to 20-amp electrical outlet. 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.
  6. Read the Quick Use & Care.
  7. KEEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR’S USE.

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