Frigidaire GMBD3068AFA - Installation Manual

A built-in microwave oven installation manual covers essential setup requirements, emphasizing safety and compliance with electrical standards. The guide details critical specifications such as proper 120V/60Hz, 3-prong grounded outlet wiring (15A circuit) and precise dimensional cutouts for cabinet integration, including clearance and depth measurements to ensure a secure fit. Safety warnings highlight risks like improper grounding, ventilation needs, and handling the heavy appliance correctly. Diagrams and tables illustrate mounting dimensions and product specifications in inches/cm, guiding both installers and users through proper installation procedures.

Page 1 – Installation Requirements and Electrical Setup
Page 2 – Mounting Procedures and Dimensional Specifications
Page 3 – Microwave Installation Dimensions and Measurements
Page 4 – Countertop Installation Requirements
Page 5 – Locating Markings and Cutout Guidance
Page 6 – Electrical Safety and Cabinetry Requirements
Page 7 – Cabinet Installation and Unit Dimensions
Page 8 – Weight Capacity and Clearance Measurements
Page 9 – Clearance Diagram and Electrical Specifications
Page 10 – Hardware Installation and Service Guidance
Page 11 – Electrical Wiring and Safety Guidelines
Page 12 – Integrated Microwave Installation
Page 13 – Oven Configuration and Electrical Connections
Page 14 – Critical Installation Dimensions and Cutouts
Page 15 – Final Mounting and Service Procedures

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BUILT-IN MICROWAVE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Important Notes to the Installer

1. Read all of the installation instructions before instal-

ling the microwave oven.

2. Remove all packing material from the oven compart-

ments before connecting the electrical supply to the

microwave oven.

3. Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

4. Be sure to leave these instructions with the consu-

mer.

5. The oven door may be removed to facilitate installa-

tion.

Important Notes to the Consumer

Keep these instructions with your Owner's Guide for the

local electrical inspector's use and future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•

Be sure your microwave oven is installed and

grounded properly by a qualified installer or service

technician.

•

This microwave oven must be electrically grounded

in accordance with local codes or, in their absence,

with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No.

70- latest edtion in the United States, or with CSA

Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, in

Canada.

Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the door

of this microwave oven can result in serious injuries and

can also cause damage to the microwave oven.

•

Never use your microwave oven for warming or hea-

ting the room. Prolonged use of the microwave oven

without adequate ventilation can be dangerous.

The electrical power to the microwave

oven must be shut off while line connections are being

made. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or

death.

Carpentry

Refer to figure 2, 3, or 4 for the dimensions applicable to

your appliance and the space necessary to receive the

oven. The oven support surface may be solid plywood or

similar material, however, the surface must be level from

side to side and from front to rear.

Electrical Requirements

This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage

and frequency, and it must be connected to an individual,

properly grounded branch circuit protected by a circuit-

breaker or fuse.

Electrical Requirements:

•

A three-prong grounded outlet

•

120 V, 60 Hz, AC only

•

breaker

•

Figure 1: 3-prong 15-Amp Grounded Outlet

PN A06823525 (2021.07)

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER.

IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR'S USE.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Your new microwave oven has been designed to fit a limited variety of cutout sizes to make

the job of installing easier. The first step of your installation should be to measure your current

cutout dimensions and compare them to the cutout dimensions chart below for your model.

You may find little or no cabinet work being necessary.

United States

and Canada

15 Amp electrical supply with a fuse or a circuit

15 Amp outlet duplex must be used

English – pages 1-5

Español – páginas 6-10

Français – pages 11-15

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About this manual

Brand: Frigidaire
Model: GMBD3068AFA
Document type: Installation Manual
Language(s): English, Spanish, French
Pages: 16
File size: 5.5 MB
Format: PDF

Summary

Page 1 - Installation Requirements and Electrical Setup

Installation instructions for a built-in microwave emphasizing safety, electrical code compliance, required carpentry cutout dimensions, and grounding.

Page 2 - Mounting Procedures and Dimensional Specifications

Step-by-step guidance for mounting the microwave, safety warnings regarding weight and door handles, and dimensional specifications for the appliance and cabinet cutouts.

Page 3 - Microwave Installation Dimensions and Measurements

Installation dimensions, clearance requirements, cutout specifications, product dimensions, and measurements presented in inches.