CAFE CWL Series Drawer Microwave Installation Guide
- June 3, 2024
- Cafe
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CWL Series Drawer Microwave
Installation Guide
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
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 with your Owner’s Manual 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. See Owner’s Manual for warranty information.
IMPORTANT Use this oven only for its intended purpose. Never use the oven
for warming or heating a room.
Prolonged use of the oven without proper ventilation can be hazardous.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
electrical shock may result that could cause property damage, personal injury
or death.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of tipping, the Drawer Microwave must be secured by a
properly installed AntiTip block.
- This Drawer Microwave must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes.
- Make sure the wall coverings and the cabinets around the Drawer Microwave can withstand the heat generated by the Drawer Microwave.
WARNING
Never leave children alone or unattended in the area where a Drawer Microwave
is in use.
Never leave the drawer open when the microwave is unattended.
Installation Instructions
WARNING Stepping, leaning or sitting on the drawer may result in serious injuries and can also cause damage to the Drawer Microwave.
- Do not use the Drawer Microwave as a storage space. This creates a potentially hazardous situation.
- Check that the time-of-day is in the display. If not, touch Stop/Clear to prevent unintended use.
UNPACK DRAWER MICROWAVE
Remove all packing materials from inside the Drawer Microwave.
DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the top of the Drawer
Microwave.
Remove the feature sticker, if there is one. Check the drawer for any damage,
such as misaligned or bent drawer, damaged drawer seals and sealing surfaces,
broken or loose Drawer Microwave guides and dents inside the cavity or on the
front side of the drawer. If there is any damage, do not operate the Drawer
Microwave and contact your dealer.
CLEARANCES AND DIMENSIONS
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Dimensions that are shown in Figure 1 must be used for Standard Installation. Given dimensions provide minimum clearance. Locate electrical outlet in the shaded area in the upper left-hand corner of the cutout. See Figure 4.
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Contact surface must be solid and level. Pay special attention to the floor on which the Drawer Microwave will sit.
The floor of the opening should be constructed of plywood strong enough to support the weight of the oven (about 100 pounds). -
Check location where the Drawer Microwave will be installed for proper electrical supply.
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Your oven can be built into a cabinet or wall by itself or under a gas, under an electric wall oven, or under selected cook top models.
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Be sure that the clearance of the floor between the wall oven and the drawer microwave is a minimum of 2-inches.
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The microwave interior will easily accommodate a 9” x 13” oblong dish or a bag of microwave popcorn.
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The oven can also be mounted flush. Please see instructions for flush mounting included with the Flush Mount Deflector vent.
24” DRAWER MICROWAVE MEASUREMENTS
- Figures 1 and 2 contain many drawer microwave measurements for reference when planning the drawer location.
- This drawer microwave can be installed below any electric or gas wall oven or under selected cook top models.
- Can also be installed using an electrical outlet in an adjacent cabinet within the areas where the provided electrical cord can reach. Power cord access hole in cabinet should be a minimum of 1 1/2” diameter hole and deburred of all sharp edges.
IMPORTANT
- Always allow sufficient power cord length to the electrical outlet to prevent tension.
- Always check electrical codes for requirements.
ANTI-TIP BLOCK
NORMAL INSTALLATION STEPS
Anti -Tip BLOCK Installation Instructions
To reduce the risk of tipping of the drawer, the Anti-Tip block must be
properly installed located 14 13/16-inches above the floor on which the Drawer
Microwave will sit. The anti-tip block must be provided and pre-installed by
the purchaser of the product or builder before install can be done. The anti-
tip block is not provided by installer. See Figures 1 and 2. The Anti-Tip
block prevents serious injury that might result from spilled hot liquids.
If the Drawer Microwave is ever moved to a different location, the Anti-Tip
block must also be moved and installed. When installed to the wall, make sure
that the screws completely penetrate the dry wall and are secured in wood or
metal so that the block is totally stable. When fastening, be sure that the
screws do not penetrate electrical wiring or plumbing.
ELECTRIC OUTLET
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. or more
protected electrical supply. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving
only this appliance be provided. The drawer is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly
installed and grounded. Should you only have a 2-prong outlet, have a
qualified electrician install a correct wall receptacle.
Note: If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical
instructions, consult a qualified electrician or service person.
- Can also be installed using an electrical outlet in an adjacent cabinet within the area where the provided electrical cord can reach. Always check electrical codes for requirements.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance 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. This appliance 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. Consult a qualified electrician or
serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if
doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
WARNING
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
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 appliance.
DRAWER INSTALLATION
- Place the drawer adjacent to the wall or cabinet opening. Plug the power supply cord into the electrical outlet.
- Loop (do not tie) a 36” (91 cm) string around the power supply cord before the drawer is slid into place. This will keep the cord from falling behind the drawer.
- Lift drawer into cabinet cutout using the opening as a grip. Carefully guide the drawer into the prepared opening.
- As you slide the drawer back, pull the string so that the cord will lie on top of the drawer in a natural loop and avoid pinching the cord between the drawer and the wall.
- When you are sure the cord is out of the way, slide the drawer ¾ way back into the opening. Remove the string by pulling on one end of the loop.
- Slide the drawer all the way until the mounting flange is flush with the face of the cabinet. See Figure 5.
- Open the drawer. Using the 4 holes on the mounting flanges as a template, drill pilot holes the cabinet using a 1/16” drill bit. See Figure 5.
- Secure the drawer with the 4 screws supplied. It is recommended that the screws be hand tightened.
Flush Mount Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT NOTES TO THE INSTALLER
- Read all of the Installation Manual that is included with the Drawer Microwave before installing in the flush mount configuration.
- Observe all governing codes, ordinances, and safety instructions.
- Be sure to leave these installation instructions with the consumer.
PARTS INCLUDED
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Prepare cabinet opening as shown in Figures 6, 7, 8, and 9.
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Install deflector as shown in Figures 10 and 11
Shelf detail showing the deflector vent during installation. Position deflector vent and mark holes.
Pre drill using a 1/16” bit before mounting.
Shelf
detail showing the deflector vent installed. -
Place the drawer adjacent to the wall or cabinet.
Plug the power supply cord into the electrical outlet. -
Loop (do not tie) a 36” (91 cm) string around the power supply cord before the drawer is slid into place. This will keep the cord from falling behind the drawer.
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Lift drawer into cabinet cutout using the opening as a grip. Carefully guide the drawer into the prepared opening.
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As you slide the drawer back, pull the string so that the cord will lie on top of the drawer in a natural loop and avoid pinching the cord between the drawer and the wall.
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When you are sure the cord is out of the way, slide the drawer ¾ way back into the opening. Remove the string by pulling on one end of the loop.
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Slide the drawer all the way back until the mounting flanges touch the cleats in the cabinet opening.
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Open the drawer. Using the 4 holes on the mounting flanges as a template, drill pilot holes the cabinet using a 1/16” drill bit. See Figure 12.
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Secure the drawer with the 4 screws supplied. It is recommended that the screws be hand tightened.
