Over the range microwaves are conveniently placed and do double duty as range vents.
Over range microwave with vent installation.
An over the range microwave oven makes efficient use of space in your kitchen while also incorporating lighting and ventilation.
After you make sure you have the supplies you need for installation double check that your microwave will fit properly above your range.
If your over the range microwave oven is equipped with an interior recirculating vent the built in charcoal filter loses efficiency.
You need a microwave designed especially for the job as well as a vent to carry away exhaust fumes from the stove.
If you already have a built in microwave replacing it with a new one is quick and easy.
I go through the steps to install a ge over the range microwave.
How to install vent ducting for a microwave over the stove.
These microwaves usually fit between adjoining wall cabinets and below a specialty upper cabinet that hides the vent connections and electrical outlet.
A microwave oven designed to be mounted over a cooking range typically has a built in vent fan and light fixture designed to illuminate the stovetop.
If you currently have a range hood installing an over the range microwave is still an easy diy project since it simply replaces the range hood.
The ventilation system may lead to an exterior vent or it may simply recirculate air back into the kitchen.
Local codes and the manufacturer s directions will indicate the required height for the new microwave above the range.