KitchenAid 1.8 cu. ft. Capacity 1,000 Watts Architect® Series II Installation Guide

NOTE: To avoid possible damage to the work surface, cover the 
work surface.
1. Remove any remaining contents from the microwave oven 

cavity.

2. Remove the mounting plate and set aside.

3. Tape the microwave oven door closed so that door does not 

swing open while the microwave oven is being handled.

NOTE: To avoid damage to the microwave oven, do not grip or 
use the door or door handle while the microwave oven is being 
handled.

The microwave oven is set for recirculation installation. For wall or 
roof venting, changes must be made to the venting system.
NOTE: Skip this section if you are using recirculation installation. 
Keep the damper assembly in case the venting method is 
changed, or the microwave oven is reinstalled in another location 
where wall or roof venting may be used.

1. Remove screw attaching damper plate to top of microwave 

oven exterior. Slide damper plate back and lift up.

2. Keep damper plate and screw together and set aside.
3. Remove two screws attaching blower motor to back of 

microwave oven.

4. Lift blower motor out of microwave oven.

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