Over the counter microwave removal is quite easy. There are a few items to be aware of to make the process easier and safer as shown with this Panasonic NN-P295 model. Over the range microwave removal to other brands will be similar with the main differences being the support bracket design and venting outlet.
Please note... Not all built in & over the cooktop microwaves are vented to an exterior duct; some will just recirculate the exhaust air back into the kitchen through carbon filters within the microwave if the installer didn't want to bother with exterior venting and/or exterior venting is not a requirement to conform to the building code in your area. In short, don't get totally freaked out if you remove your over the range microwave and find it has no external venting. Getting a little freaked out is sufficient because most building codes do require it, and it's by far the best method to remove cooking odors & humidity.
Links to the other two over the range microwave repair videos after removal:
Part 2 - Finding the problem with the microwave video:
• Panasonic Inverter Mic...
Part 3 - Replacing the faulty inverter board video:
• DIY Panasonic Microwav...
Video Chapter Time Index:
- Intro 0:00
- Easy checks first - is there power & disconnecting the power 0:57
- Ensuring microwave is free along back-splash & removing loose parts 2:08
- Removing mounting screws 2:51
- Removing microwave - hung up on duct 3:45
- Exhaust duct removal 4:32
- Removing microwave 5:30
- Microwave mounting bracket & final thoughts 6:03
27 июл 2024
