How Do You Install Built-In Microwaves & Ovens?
A built-in microwave oven is a great accessory for your home. It fits right inside your cabinets and blends in with your kitchen surroundings. Installing a built-in microwave oven requires just a few tools and can be completed in one afternoon. The installation consists of attaching a base pan to the microwave and supports to the cabinets. Unplug and remove the microwave from the installation area, if this has not already been done. Place the base pan support inside the cabinet where the microwave will be installed. Set it exactly into the center of the cabinet shelf, then drill two holes for the base pan front, that match the holes in the front of the base pan. Install the hold down brackets into the base pan by inserting them into the slots at the rear of the base pan. Then mark the four holes to mount these to the cabinet shelf using a pencil. Drill out these holes using the same 3/32-inch bit to install the hold down brackets. Then mount the rear hold down brackets to the cabinet s
