For a microwave hood combo refer to install an over the range microwave.
Mounting over the range microwave without cabinet.
The microwave can not be installed with out an overhead cabinet to support the microwave.
Position the accessory bracket on the wall with the upper rail horizontal and the support arms extending out.
Mounting your microwave under a cabinet or on a shelf can save a lot of counter space if you follow the instructions correctly.
The proper installation to support the weight of the microwave must include a cabinet and wall mounting.
A drill with different sized bits.
Warnings and tips most above range microwaves can not be mounted above an island.
The cabinet is screwed to the wall then the microwave screwed to the cabinet.
The rear of the microwave hangs on the rear mounting plate tabs which supports the rear of the microwave but the two front bolts are needed and used to support the microwave at the front.
Some protrusion from the cabinets is normal but the real issue occurs where the holes that are used to attach the microwave to the cabinet are located.
A pencil or marking tool.
Measure up from the floor or down from.
For the specific ge model see how to install a ge built in microwave oven.
The cabinet above a microwave is small so it isn t doing much more than supporting the microwave.
The reason there is a cabinet to mount a microwave to is for support.
A helping hand optional steps for installing a microwave over the range.
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You will though probably need a helper as an extra set of hands is essential.
Ensure at least one of the screws on the rear is mounted in a stud.
A stud finder.
If you are simply replacing an existing vent hood or older microwave with a new oven you can install it easily enough with common tools.
Here s what you ll need to learn how to install over the range microwave without vent.
Installing an over the range microwave oven is often easier than you think.
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Mounting a microwave oven without a cabinet above 1.