MKC2157AS - Microwave Oven JENN-AIR - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Built-in microwave oven
Brand	JENN-AIR
Model	MKC2157AS
Category	Microwave oven
Power supply	120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A, fuse or circuit breaker protected
Approval	UL for use above all built-in electric or gas ovens up to 30" (76.2 cm) wide
Trim frame dimensions	27" (68.6 cm) or 30" (76.2 cm) depending on kit model
Built-in height	17" (43.2 cm) minimum, 17 1/8" (43.5 cm) maximum
Minimum built-in depth	20" (50.8 cm) with flush outlet in recommended area
Top clearance	At least 2" (5.1 cm) above opening
Bottom clearance	1 1/16" (4 cm) below opening floor; 3" (7.6 cm) above built-in oven
Required tools	Tape measure, drill, pencil, 7/64" drill bit, Phillips screwdriver
Supplied parts	Trim frame, short screws (19), long painted wood screws (6)
Grounding	Cord with ground wire and pin, plug into 3-prong outlet
Installation	Built-in alone or above a built-in oven (electric or gas)
Main functions	Cooking, defrosting, reheating, microwave cooking
Care and cleaning	Clean with damp cloth and mild detergent; do not use abrasive cleaners
Safety	Do not use metal containers, do not operate empty, observe clearance distances
Spare parts and repairability	Contact JENN-AIR after-sales service for original parts
General information	User manual and instructions available free of charge in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions - MKC2157AS JENN-AIR

What are the required built-in dimensions for the MKC2157AS microwave oven?

The required opening dimensions are: height from 17" (43.2 cm) minimum to 17 1/8" (43.5 cm) maximum, width adjustable to ±1/16" (2 mm) depending on kit model (27" or 30"), and minimum depth of 20" (50.8 cm) if outlet is flush in recommended area. Refer to the dimension chart in the manual for exact values.

What tools are needed to install this microwave?

Required tools are: a tape measure, a drill, a pencil, a 7/64" drill bit, and a Phillips screwdriver.

Can I install the microwave above a built-in oven?

Yes, the microwave is UL approved for installation above all built-in electric or gas ovens up to 30" wide. A minimum clearance of 3" (7.6 cm) is required between the top of the lower oven and the bottom of the microwave.

What is the required power supply?

The appliance requires a power supply of 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amps, protected by a fuse or circuit breaker. A dedicated separate circuit is recommended. The outlet must be 3-prong with grounding.

How do I install the trim frame?

Place the frame over the opening, engaging the tabs into the slides. Push upward to center, then drill pilot holes at 45° in the corners. Secure with the 4 long wood screws starting with the lower screws. Do not overtighten to avoid damaging the frame.

Can the microwave be installed alone in a cabinet?

Yes, it can be installed alone in a cabinet. The minimum distance from floor to opening is 36" (91.4 cm). Ensure surrounding cabinets open freely.

What clearances must be observed around the appliance?

Leave at least 2" (5.1 cm) clearance above the opening and 1 1/16" (4 cm) below (or 3" [7.6 cm] above a built-in oven). Cabinets must be able to open freely.

Can I use an extension cord?

No, use of an extension cord is prohibited. If the cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet nearby.

How do I attach the slides to the microwave?

Place the microwave upside down, align the slides on the bottom with the edges facing forward and upward, then secure with 4 short screws.

Where can I find the complete manual?

The user manual and instructions are available free of charge in PDF format on the product page. You can also request a translation by email.

USER MANUAL MKC2157AS JENN-AIR

MICROWAVE OVEN BUILT-IN TRIM KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Built-In Trim Kit Models MKC2157, MKC2150

UL listed for use over any electric or gas built-in oven, up to 30" (76.2 cm) wide

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION GARNITURE ENCASTRÉE POUR FOUR À MICRO-ONDES

Tools and Parts....2

Location Requirements....2

Required Cutout Dimensions....2

Trim Kit Frame Dimensions 2

Electrical Requirements....3

Prepare Microwave Oven 3

Prepare Cutout/Cabinet Opening....4

Install the Microwave Oven....5

Install Trim Kit Frame 6

SÉCURITÉ DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES....7

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION .... 7

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

DANGER

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Tools Needed

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

■ Measuring tape

Drill

Pencil

7/64" drill bit

Phillips screwdriver

Parts Supplied (not shown to scale

Location Requirements

The microwave oven may be installed over a built-in oven. If installing over a built-in oven, make sure there is a minimum of 3" (7.6 cm) between the top of the lower oven cutout and the microwave oven cutout floor.

The microwave oven may also be installed in a cabinet by itself (without a built-in oven below). The minimum distance from the floor to the cutout floor is 36" (91.4 cm).

Make sure the surrounding cabinetry has clearance to open and close freely. Allow a clearance of at least 1 ^9/16 " (4.0 cm) below the cutout floor (3" [7.6 cm] for installation above a built-in oven), and a clearance of at least 2" (5.1 cm) above the cutout opening.

A. Upper cabinet
B. Microwave oven cutout
C. Lower oven cutout
D. Lower cabinets
E. Floor

Required Cutout Dimensions

For minimum depth requirements, see chart.

A. Trim kit frame overhang
B. Cutout for lower oven
C. Recommended region for receptacle location (no less than 7" [17.8 cm] to the right of cutout centerline)
D. Cutout centerline

Receptacle Location	Minimum Depth
Within recommended region	20" (50.8 cm) with flush receptacle; 22" (55.9 cm) with non-flush receptacle
Outside recommended region	22" (55.9 cm) with flush receptacle; 24" (61.0 cm) with non-flush receptacle

NOTES:

■ Depth requirements depend upon receptacle and its location within or outside of recommended region. See illustration and chart above.
■ Height dimension is critical: 17" (43.2 cm) minimum, 17 ^1/8 " (43.5 cm) maximum.
■ Width measurement has ±1/16" (2 mm) tolerance.
■ 3" (7.6 cm) minimum dimension is from lower oven cutout ceiling to microwave oven cutout floor.
- Trim kit frame extends 1 116 (2.7 cm) above and below the cutout opening.

Trim Kit Frame Dimensions

*27" (68.6 cm) trim kit
**30" (76.2 cm) trim kit

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Required:

■ A 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 A or 20 A electrical supply with a fuse or circuit breaker.

Recommended:

■ A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker.

■ A separate circuit serving only this microwave oven.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

■ For all cord connected appliances:

The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the microwave oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Microwave Oven

Attach Rails

1. Unplug microwave oven before proceeding with installation.
2. Remove any loose items inside microwave oven.
3. Gently turn microwave oven onto its top, with the door facing forward (toward installer).
4. Align the two rails on the microwave oven bottom, as shown, making sure the flanges are forward and pointing up.

A. Rails (2)
D. Flanges
B. Microwave oven bottom
E. Door
C. Short screws (4)

1. Secure the rails to the microwave oven bottom using four short screws.

Attach Rear Duct

1. Gently return microwave oven to its upright position.
2. Align the rear duct with the back of microwave oven, as shown.

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1. Slide two tabs into the slots on the right side of the back of microwave oven.

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A. Rear duct tabs
B. Slots

1. Use two short screws to secure top of rear duct to the back of microwave oven, as shown.

A. Short screws (2)
B. Rear duct
C. Back of microwave oven

1. Use three short screws to secure back of rear duct to the back of microwave oven, as shown.

A. Short screws (3)
B. Rear duct
C. Back of microwave oven

Prepare Cutout/Cabinet Opening

1. On the cutout floor, find and mark the centerline.
2. Place the bottom duct in the opening, with the flange resting against the bottom front facing of the opening.

A. Cutout floor
B. Centerline
C. Bottom duct
D. Bottom duct flange
E. Front facing

1. Align the center arrows on the bottom duct with the centerline drawn in Step 1 above.

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A. Bottom duct
B. Center arrows, aligned with centerline

1. Mark the three mounting holes through the bottom duct onto the cutout floor.

A. Short screws (3)
B. Bottom duct mounting holes

1. Using 7/64" drill, drill pilot holes into the three holes marked in Step 4.
2. Realign and install the bottom duct with three short screws.
3. Using 7/64" drill, drill pilot holes through the four mounting holes of the bottom duct flange into the bottom front facing of the cutout/cabinet opening.

Pure geometric diagram showing a triangle with base AB and vertical supports, no text or symbols present

A. Bottom duct flange
B. Mounting holes

Install the Microwave Oven

1. Position microwave oven near cutout opening.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1. Plug in microwave oven.

2. Align the rails with the rail guides on the bottom duct.

A. Rail guides
B. Rails

1. Slide the microwave oven back and into place. The mounting holes of the rail flanges and bottom duct flange will align against the bottom front facing of the cutout/cabinet opening.
2. Secure the microwave oven to the cutout/cabinet by installing four short screws into the mounting holes.

A. Mounting holes
B. Short screws (4)

Install Trim Kit Frame

1. Position trim kit frame over the opening so that the upper tabs fit inside the rails, as shown.

A. Front of trim kit frame
B. Upper tab
C. Rail
D. Lower tab

1. To vertically center the trim kit frame, slide it upward, against the opening, until the upper tabs catch against the top of the rails.
2. Holding the trim kit frame firmly in place, use 7/64" drill to drill four pilot holes into the front facing of the cutout/cabinet through the mounting hole guides in the upper and lower corners of the trim kit frame.

NOTES:

■ To ensure vertical centering, drill the lower holes first.
■ The holes will be drilled upward from the bottom, and downward from the top at an angle of about 45^ .

A. Trim kit frame
B. Upper tab
C. Rail

D. Cutout floor

E. Long wood screw (4 - painted)

F. Mounting hole guide

1. Secure trim kit frame to cutout/cabinet by installing four long wood screws (painted) into the pilot holes drilled in Step 3 above.

NOTES:

■ To ensure vertical centering, install the lower screws first.
■ To avoid damage to the trim kit frame, do not overtighten screws.

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Installation is now complete. Replace any loose items that have been removed from microwave oven cavity.

Save these Installation Instructions for future reference.

SÉCURITÉ DU FOUR À MICRO-ONDES

Line drawing of a microwave oven with an open lid and ventilation slots, showing internal structure and airflow direction (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with labeled points A and B (no text or symbols beyond labels)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with two circular components labeled A and B, no text or symbols present.

Simple line drawing of a rectangular device with a black square on the side (no text or symbols)