Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools needed
Phillips screwdriver
Measuring tape
Drill (for wall cabinet installations)
1" (25 mm) drill bit (for wall cabinet installations)
Level
Flat-blade screwdriver
Parts needed
UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector
UL listed wire connectors
Parts supplied
Four #8–14 x 1" screws
Bottom vent
Two #8–18 x ³⁄₈" screws - bottom vent
Four grommets*
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See
"Electrical Requirements."
It is recommended that all electrical connections be made by a
licensed, qualified electrical installer.
*Grommets are not included with models KEMS308S,
KEHU309S and KEMS378S.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Built-In Microwave/Oven Combination
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions provide minimum clearance with oven.
Recessed installation area must provide complete enclosure
around the recessed portion of the oven.
Grounded electrical supply is required. See "Electrical
Requirements" section.
Electrical supply junction box should be located 3" (7.6 cm)
maximum below the support surface when the oven is
installed in a wall cabinet. A 1" (2.5 cm) minimum diameter
hole should have been drilled in the left rear corner of the
support surface to pass the appliance cable through to the
junction box.
Oven support surface must be solid, level and flush with
bottom of cabinet cutout. Floor must be able to support a
total weight (microwave and built-in oven) of 208 lbs (95 kg)
for 27" (68.6 cm) models or 249 lbs (113 kg) for 30" (76.2 cm)
models.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to your cabinets, check with
your builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that the
materials used will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other
damage. This oven has been designed in accordance with
the requirements of UL and CSA International and complies
with the maximum allowable wood cabinet temperatures of
194°F (90°C).