Measure And Track/Tape Up The Templates
1. Using a plumb line and (metal) measuring tape, find and
mark the vertical center line on the back wall, as in
Figure 23.
2. Find and mark one or two points where the studs are on
the wall. (Studs are normally 16 inches apart). Then
measure and mark the stud locations. If you cannot find
any wall stud, consult a local building contractor.
3. Line up the plumb line on the wall with the center line
on the mounting plate.
NOTE: Be sure the minimum width is 30 inches and the
distance from the top of the wall template to the
range or counter top is at least 30 inches. See
Figure 23.
4. Center mounting plate in operating by lining up the
plumb line on wall with centerline on mounting plate.
Make sure the minimum width is 30 inches and that the
top of the mounting plate is located a minimum of 30
inches above the cooking surface. See Figure 24.
NOTE: If the cabinets are not plumb, adjust the mounting
plate to the cabinets. If the front edge of the
cabinet is lower than the back edge, adjust the
mounting plate to be level with the cabinet front.
5. Measure the bottom of the upper cabinet frame. Trim
the edges A, B, and C on the upper cabinet template
so that the template will fit on the bottom of the upper
cabinet. If upper cabinet has a recessed frame, trim the
template so it fits inside the recessed area. Align the
centerline of the upper cabinet template with the
centerline of the mounting plate, then securely tape or
tack the upper cabinet template in place. See Figure
24.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THE MICRO-
WAVE OVEN IF YOU CANNOT FIND A WALL
STUD.
CAUTION
Figure 23
Figure 24
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