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FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| GROUNDED TO AVOID SEVERE OR FATAL SHOCK.\u003Cbr>This product requires a three-prong, properly grounded outlet for safe operation. If not properly grounded, or if the outlet box does not meet electrical requirements noted (under ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS􀀌􀀏 D TXDOL¿HG HOHFWULFLDQVKRXOG EH HPSOR\\HG WR FRUUHFW DQ\\ GH¿FLHQFLHV􀀑\u003Cbr>The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. | | Ensure proper ground before use |\n| \u003CRX VKRXOG KDYH WKH ZDOO UHFHSWDFOH DQG FLUFXLW FKHFNHG E\\ D TXDOL¿HG HOHFWULFLDQ WR PDNH VXUH WKDW WKH receptacle is properly grounded.\u003Cbr>Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is very important to have it replaced with a SURSHUO\\ JURXQGHG WKUHH􀀐SURQJ ZDOO UHFHSWDFOH LQVWDOOHG E\\ D TXDOL¿HG HOHFWULFLDQ􀀑\u003Cbr>DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT, DEFORM, OR REMOVE ANY OF THE PRONGS FROM THE POWER CORD. DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD.\u003Cbr>Note For easier installation and personal safety, it is recommended that two people install this product. |  |  |\n\n| OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)\u003Cbr>The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork in stallation. |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| | DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT\u003Cbr>LENGTH\u003Cbr>x\u003Cbr>NUMBER USED\u003Cbr>= EQUIVALENT LENGTH Roof Cap 24 Ft. x (1) = 24 Ft. 12 Ft. Straight Duct (6” Round) 12 Ft. x (1) = 12 Ft. Rectangular-to-Round Transition Adaptor* 5 Ft. x (1) = 5 Ft. Equivalen lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests DQG UHÀHFW UHTXLUHPHQW IRU JRRG YHQWLQJ SHUIRUPDQFH ZLWK\u003Cbr>any vent hood. Total Length = 41 Ft. |\n| * IMPORTANT: If a rectangular-to-round transition adaptor is used, the bottom corners ofthe damper will KDYH WR EH FXW WR ¿W􀀏 XVLQJ WKH WLQ VQLSV􀀏 LQ RUGHU WR DOORZ IUHH PRYHPHQW RIWKH GDPSHU􀀑 |  |\n\n\n| OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST (EXAMPLE ONLY)\u003Cbr>The following chart describes an example of one possible ductwork in stallation. |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| | DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT\u003Cbr>LENGTH\u003Cbr>x\u003Cbr>NUMBER USED\u003Cbr>= EQUIVALENT LENGTH Wall Cap 40 Ft. x (1) = 40 Ft. 3 Ft. Straight Duct (3¼” x 10” Rectangular) 3 Ft. x (1) = 3 Ft. 90° Elbow 10 Ft. x (1) = 20 Ft. Equivalen lengths of duct pieces are based on actual tests DQG UHÀHFW UHTXLUHPHQW IRU JRRG YHQWLQJ SHUIRUPDQFH ZLWK\u003Cbr>any vent hood. Total Length = 63 Ft. |\n| NOTE: For back exhaust, case should be taken to align exhaust with space between studs, or wall should be prepared at the time it is constructed by leaving enough space between the wall studs to accommodate exhaust. |  |\n\n| DUCT PIECES |  | EQUIVALENT\u003Cbr>LENGTH\u003Cbr>x\u003Cbr>NUMBER\u003Cbr>USED\u003Cbr>= | EQUIVALENT LENGTH |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| | Rectangular-to-Round Transition Adaptor* | 5 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| | Wall Cap | 40 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| | 90° Elbow | 10 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| | 45° Elbow | 5 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| | 90° Elbow | 25 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| | 45° Elbow | 5 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| | Roof Cap | 24 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| | Straight Duct 6” Round or 3¼” x 10” Rectangular | 1 Ft. x ( ) = | Ft. |\n| Total Ductwork = |  |  | Ft. |\n\n| PART |  | QUANTITY |\n| --- | --- | --","cbCaimkg0eBgt6xw","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimkg0eBgt6xw","pdf",1448903,25,"English","# Before You Begin\n## Electrical and Grounding Requirements\n# Outside Exhaust (Top)\n## Ductwork Equivalent Length Example\n# Outside Exhaust (Back)\n## Ductwork Equivalent Length Example\n# Parts and Templates\n## Mounting Space","[{\"question\":\"What safety and code requirements must be followed before installing the microwave?\",\"answer\":\"Read the instructions completely and carefully, save them for local inspector use, and observe all governing codes and ordinances.\"},{\"question\":\"How should the microwave be grounded for safe operation?\",\"answer\":\"Use a three-prong properly grounded outlet. 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