GE PVM9179SR1SS Installation Manual

Page 2 - Installation Instructions; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; DANGER; ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

2 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A qualified electrician must perform a ground continuity check on the wall receptacle before beginning the installation to ensure that the outlet box is properly grounded. If not properly grounded, or if the wall receptacle ...

Page 3 - HOOD EXHAUST

31-7000092 Rev. 1 3 Installation Instructions HOOD EXHAUST The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork installation. NOTE: Read these next two pages only if you plan to vent your exhaust to the outside. If you plan to recirculate the air back into the room, proceed to page 11. ...

Page 4 - Straight Duct 6′′ Round or; ′′ x 10′′ rectangular or 6′′ diameter round; Maximum duct length:; ′′ x 10′′ rectangular or 6′′ diameter round duct

4 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions EQUIVALENT NUMBER DUCT PIECES LENGTH x USED = LENGTH Rectangular-to-Round 5 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. Transition Adaptor* Wall Cap 40 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 90° Elbow 10 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 45° Elbow 5 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 90° Elbow 25 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 45° Elbow 5 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. ...

Page 5 - PARTS INCLUDED; HARDWARE PACKET; DAMAGE – SHIPMENT INSTALLATION; If the unit is damaged in shipment,

31-7000092 Rev. 1 5 PARTS INCLUDED You will find the installation hardware contained in a packet with the unit. Check to make sure you have all these parts. NOTE: Some extra parts are included. HARDWARE PACKET ADDITIONAL PARTS Installation Instructions DAMAGE – SHIPMENT INSTALLATION • If the unit is...

Page 6 - MOUNTING SPACE; The space between the cabinets must be 30′′ wide; depth requires additional steps using an additional

6 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions TOOLS YOU WILL NEED #1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure and straight edge Carpenter square (optional) Tin snips (for cutting damper, if required) Electric drill with 3 ⁄ 16 ″, 7 ⁄ 16 ″, 1 ⁄ 2 ″ and 5 ⁄ 8 ″ drill bits Hammer (optio...

Page 7 - OR; should be 16′′ or 24′′ from this mark.; THE MICROWAVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO; REMOVING THE MICROWAVE; PLACEMENT OF THE MOUNTING PLATE

31-7000092 Rev. 1 7 Find the studs, using one of the following methods: A. Stud finder – a magnetic device which locates nails. OR B . Use a hammer to tap lightly across the mounting surface to find a solid sound. This will indicate a stud location. After locating the stud(s), find the center by pro...

Page 8 - DETERMINING MOUNTING PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET; THE MICROWAVE MUST BE LEVEL

8 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions DETERMINING MOUNTING PLATE LOCATION UNDER YOUR CABINET C Plate Position – beneath flat bottom cabinet Plate Position – beneath framed recessed cabinet bottom 3 2 Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30” space. Tape the Rear Wall Template...

Page 9 - MARKING THE MOUNTING HOLES; OPTION 1: USE PAPER REAR WALL TEMPLATE; WARNING; CAUTION

31-7000092 Rev. 1 9 Installation Instructions CUT HOLE THROUGH REAR WALL FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR 12" 4" NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS REAR WALL TEMPLATE. This Rear Wall Template serves to position the bot...

Page 10 - OPTION 2: USE METAL BRACKET AS TEMPLATE

10 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions D STEP 2: Installer uses bracket to make 2 marks. First mark is made by using the stampled slot in bracket. Second mark is made on the ouside edge of bracket. STEP 1: Draw a vertical line on the wall at the center of the 30” space. STEP 4: Installer use...

Page 11 - INSTALLATION TYPES; This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to; OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST; OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST; A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the

31-7000092 Rev. 1 11 INSTALLATION TYPES (Choose A, B or C) This microwave oven is designed for adaptation to the following three types of ventilation: A. Recirculating (Non-Vented Ductless) B. Outside Top Exhaust (Vertical Duct) C. Outside Back Exhaust (Horizontal Duct) NOTE: Select the type of vent...

Page 12 - Wear safety goggles when drilling; Be careful to avoid pinching

12 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET A2 RECIRCULATING (Non-Vented Ductless) CUT HOLE THROUGH REAR WALL FOR EXHAUST ADAPTOR 12" 4" NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BE...

Page 13 - ADAPTING BLOWER; CHECK BLOWER MOTOR

31-7000092 Rev. 1 13 Installation Instructions AFTER: Fan Blade Openings Facing Forward 3 2 4 ADAPTING BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION A4. NOTE: The exhaust adaptor with damper is not needed for recirculating models. You may want to save them for possible future use. Carefully pull out the blower unit. The...

Page 14 - Do not pull or stretch the; ADAPTING BLOWER FOR; TWO PEOPLE; IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle

14 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions Place the blower unit back into the opening. CAUTION Do not pull or stretch the blower unit wiring. Make sure the wires are not pinched. 1 6 5 ADAPTING BLOWER FOR RECIRCULATION (continued) A4. Replace blower motor screws removed in Step 2. Slide cover p...

Page 15 - WHEN REPLACING THE; To replace the charcoal filter:; Be

31-7000092 Rev. 1 15 Installation Instructions 3 WHEN REPLACING THE CHARCOAL FILTER A6. MOUNT THE OVEN (continued) A4. Slide the old filter down and out to remove it. Remove plastic and other outer wrapping from the new filter and install the new filter. When properly installed, the wire mesh of the...

Page 16 - ATTACH THE MOUNTING; INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

16 31-7000092 Rev. 1 OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (Vertical Duct) Insert the toggle wings into the holes in the wall and place the mounting plate against the wall. CAUTION Be careful to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the mounting plate and the wall. Tighten all bolts. Pull the plate away from the...

Page 17 - Wear safety goggles when

31-7000092 Rev. 1 17 Installation Instructions ADAPTING BLOWER FOR OUTSIDE VENTILATION CHECK BLOWER MOTOR ORIENTATION The blower fan blade opening should be facing the top of the microwave. If the fan opening is already facing the top of the microwave, skip to Step B5. Otherwise, continue to Step B4...

Page 18 - ASSEMBLE AND

18 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL ADAPTOR MOUNT THE OVEN B6. B5. FOR EASIER INSTALLATION AND PERSONAL SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND THAT TWO PEOPLE INSTALL THIS OVEN. IMPORTANT: Do not grip or use handle during installation. NOTE: If your cabinet is metal, use the nylon grom...

Page 19 - Be sure; ADJUST THE EXHAUST

31-7000092 Rev. 1 19 Installation Instructions Attach the oven to the top cabinet by inserting 2 self-aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes. Turn two full turns on each screw. Be sure to keep power cord tight. Be careful not to pinch the cord, especially when mounting flush tobottom of cab...

Page 20 - PREPARING THE REAR WALL

20 31-7000092 Rev. 1 OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (Horizontal Duct) PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST C1 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW C1. Prepare Rear Wall C2. Attach Mounting Plate to Wall C3. Prepare Top Cabinet C4. Adjust Blower C5. Mount The Oven Installation Instructions C ATTACH THE MOUNTING P...

Page 21 - USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE

31-7000092 Rev. 1 21 Installation Instructions USE TOP CABINET TEMPLATE FOR PREPARATION OF TOP CABINET C3. • Read the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. • Tape it underneath the top cabinet. • Drill the holes, following the instructions on the TOP CABINET TEMPLATE. CAUTION Wear safety goggles...

Page 22 - Be sure to trim the sharp; NOTE: The blower unit exhaust openings; MOUNT THE OVEN

22 31-7000092 Rev. 1 Installation Instructions Locate the two “knockout” plates, on the rear oven panel, near the top of the oven. Using tin snips, carefully cut the web area from the two holes side-by-side (that secure the knockouts to the oven). Cut all four webs on both rear knockouts; this will ...

Page 24 - BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE

24 31-7000092 Rev. 1 KEEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR’S USE. Plug power cord into a dedicated 15- to 20-amp electrical outlet. 7. Read the Owner’s Manual. 6 . Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on. 4. Remove all packing material from the microwave oven. 2. Make sure the mi...