Panasonic NN-TK81LC Microwave Oven Installation Guide

Installation Instructions

Read carefully and keep these installation instructions.
© Panasonic Appliances Microwave Oven (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 2021

CAUTION – Read and follow all instructions completely.

1. This Trim Kit is designed for use only with the Panasonic Microwave Oven listed in the table below, for installation into a cabinet.
2. The dimensions and ground clearance of the cabinet opening must be as indicated in Figure 1 on pages 6-8.
3. For safe use of your microwave oven, do not alter or modify any part of this kit or the microwave oven.
4. The microwave oven must be used with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle in compliance with the National Electrical Code, as well as any applicable local regulations.  Refer also to the microwave operating instructions for other safety and electrical requirements.
5. The microwave oven must be unplugged from the wall receptacle before attempting the installation of this kit.
6. Save these instructions for local inspection and relocation of the microwave oven.
7. Use caution so that the power cord is not pinched during installation.
8. The diagrams in these instructions may vary from the actual unit and is only for reference.

Parts List

Tools Needed: Measuring tape, pencil, Phillips screwdriver, Ø 2 (5 /64 ” ) mm drill

Parts Supplied

Installation Diagram

Trim Kit Dimensions

| NN-TK81LC
Width| 237 /16″ (596 mm)
Height| 197 /16″ (494 mm)
Depth (Thickness)| ¾” (20 mm)

Cabinet Diagram and Dimensions

Microwave Oven Preparation

Put the longest tape on the right side of the oven and duct, put the rest two tapes on top of the oven and duct.

Spring lock Installation

Drill six pilot holes on both sides of the cabinet. (Use the supplied position diagram)

Attach the spring lock using long screws. The spring lock should be parallel to the cabinet.

 Lower Duct Installation

Center Line of Cabinet

6-1. Align the base bracket assembly
Position Base Bracket Assembly on a cabinet shelf. The front end of the Base Bracket Assembly should align flush with the front edge of the shelf.

Support plate (left) Installation

Align the left support plate close to the left side of the base bracket assembly and the front of the cabinet, then tighten the two screws.

 Trim Frame (downside) and Support plate (right) Installation

8-1. Insert the support plate pin (left side) into the left pinhole of the Trim Frame (downside).
8-2. Then insert the support plate pin (right side) into the right pinhole of the Trim Frame (downside).
8-3. Align the right support plate close to the right side of a base bracket assembly and the front of the cabinet, then tighten the two screws.

Spring Installation

Trim frame (upside) mounting brackets Installation

Note: Catch could be broken if over-pressing at the center area

Trim Kit Preparation

Trim Frame

Microwave Oven Installation

Complete the assembly

Trim Kit/Finishing Installation

Complete the assembly

Note: Put upside of strikes into position then push the Trim Kit up to install the downside.

Removal of the water tank and drip tray

 Troubleshooting

1. The downside and upside of the trim frame are not aligned• Cause and remedy/Cause et solution The base bracket assembly is not attached in the center. Remove the Trim Frame (downside) and base bracket assembly, then install them again. See page 11.

2. The surface of the trim frame is not aligned• Cause and remedy/Cause et solution Bracket (downside) is not installed in the correct position. Remove the Bracket (downside) and reinstall it according to the “Attaching position diagram”. See page 16, (10-2).
   • Cause and remedy/Cause et solution The support plates are not installed in the correct position. Remove the support plate and reinstall. See page 13.
   

3. The space beside the oven is not even.• Cause and remedy/Cause et solution The base bracket assembly is not attached in the center. Remove the Trim Frame (downside) and base bracket assembly, then install them again. See page 11.

4. The space for the Upper and lower sides of the oven is not even.• Cause and remedy/Cause et solution Brackets is not installed in the right position. Please reinstall the 4 brackets. See page 16. F0313CJ81AP

PA0121-10621
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