Kitchenaid Mkc2157 Microwave Oven Built-in Trim Kit Instruction Manual (+ PDF)

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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 (not shown to scale

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 3″ (7.6 cm) 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). The minimum distance from the ﬂoor to the cutout ﬂoor is 36″ (91.4 cm).

Make sure the surrounding cabinetry has clearance to open and close freely. Allow a clearance of at least 1⁹⁄₁₆” (4.0 cm) below the cutout ﬂoor (3″ [7.6 cm] for installation above a built-in oven), and a clearance of at least 2″ (5.1 cm) above the cutout opening.

A. Upper cabinet
B. Microwave oven cutout
C. Lower oven cutout
D. Lower cabinets
E. Floor

Required Cutout Dimensions

For minimum depth requirements, see chart.

A. Trim kit frame overhang
B. Cutout for the lower oven
C. Recommended region for the receptacle location (no less than 7″ [17.8 cm] to the right of cutout centerline)
D. Cutout centerline

Receptacle Location	Minimum Depth
Within recommended region	20″ (50.8 cm) with ﬂush receptacle; 22″ (55.9 cm) with a non-ﬂush receptacle
Outside recommended region	22″ (55.9 cm) with ﬂush receptacle; 24″ (61.0 cm) with non-ﬂush receptacle

NOTES:

Depth requirements depend upon the receptacle and its location within or outside of the recommended region. See illustration and chart above.
Height dimension is critical: 17″ (43.2 cm) minimum, 17¹⁄₈” (43.5 cm) maximum.
Width measurement has ±1/16″ (2 mm) tolerance.
3″ (7.6 cm) minimum dimension is from lower oven cutout ceiling to microwave oven cutout ﬂoor.
The Trim kit frame extends 1¹⁄₁₆” (2.7 cm) above and below the cutout opening.

Trim Kit Frame Dimensions

*27″ (68.6 cm) trim kit
**30″ (76.2 cm) trim kit

Electrical Requirements

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove the 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 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 A or 20 A 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

Unplug the microwave oven before proceeding with the installation.
Remove any loose items inside the microwave oven.
Gently turn the microwave oven onto its top, with the door facing forward (toward installer).
Align the two rails on the microwave oven bottom, as shown, making sure the ﬂanges are forward and pointing up.
A. Rails (2)
B. Microwave oven bottom
C. Short screws (4)
D. Flanges
E. Door
Secure the rails to the microwave oven bottom using four short screws.

Attach Rear Duct

Gently return the microwave oven to its upright position.
Align the rear duct with the back of the microwave oven, as shown.
Slide two tabs into the slots on the right side of the back of the microwave oven.
Use two short screws to secure the top of the rear duct to the back of the microwave oven, as shown.
Use three short screws to secure the back of the rear duct to the back of the microwave oven, as shown.

Prepare Cutout/Cabinet Opening

On the cutout floor, find and mark the centerline.
Place the bottom duct in the opening, with the flange resting against the bottom front-facing of the opening.
Align the center arrows on the bottom duct with the centerline drawn in Step 1 above.
Mark the three mounting holes through the bottom duct onto the cutout floor.
Using 7/64″ drill, drill pilot holes into the three holes marked in Step 4.
Realign and install the bottom duct with three short screws.
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.

Install the Microwave Oven

Position microwave oven near cutout opening.

Plugin a microwave oven.
Align the rails with the rail guides on the bottom duct.
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.
Secure the microwave oven to the cutout/cabinet by installing four short screws into the mounting holes.

Install Trim Kit Frame

Position trim kit frame over the opening so that the upper tabs fit inside the rails, as shown.
To vertically center the trim kit frame, slide it upward, against the opening, until the upper tabs catch against the top of the rails.
Holding the trim kit frame firmly in place, use a 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:
■ To ensure vertical centering, drill the lower holes first.
■ The holes will be drilled upward from the bottom, and downward from the top at an angle of about 45°.
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.
Installation is now complete. Replace any loose items that have been removed from the microwave oven cavity.
Save these Installation Instructions for future reference.