Find and mark the center of the wall where the microwave will hang.
How to hang microwave on wall.
Mounting a microwave oven without a cabinet above.
You also need a cabinet the microwave hangs from.
Align the center line on the microwave s wall template with the center mark on the wall and tape it in place.
Plus the 2 speed exhaust fan removes smoke steam and odors that are produced while cooking on your range.
The cooktop light allows you to maintain a clear view of the stovetop below.
You ll need to spend about two hours to hang the microwave from the wall and cabinet.
Longer if venting and wiring is required.
Next position the mounting plate so it s level with the bottom of the cabinet and drill holes over the studs and a hole for the power cord.
The cabinet not only provides support but it also contains the wiring for the microwave and may contain part of the venting.
To install an under cabinet microwave first find your wall studs by tapping with a hammer on the wall until you hear a solid thud rather than a hollow sound.
If you re planning to set up a microwave in a family room or bonus room that doesn t have upper cabinets consider mounting it on a wall.