Microwave range outlet box

07-30-2011, 10:55 PM	#1
NDWG Newbie   Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1	Microwave range outlet box I am trying to figure out how high to instal the outlet box for my microwave range before I put up the drywall in the kitchen.

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07-30-2011, 11:34 PM	#2
a7ecorsair I=E/R     Join Date: May 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,052	Microwave range outlet box In my last three houses, the microwave receptacle was in the cabinet above the microwave. Have you laid out your cabinet height for this area?

07-31-2011, 08:01 AM	#3
COLDIRON Member   Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: PENNSYLVANIA Posts: 1,888	Microwave range outlet box Middle of the cabinet over the microwave, you will have to cut out the back of the cabinet to install the receptacle properly and drill a hole from the microwave up into the bottom of the cabinet. See microwave instructions.

07-31-2011, 08:07 AM	#4
oh'mike Super Moderator   Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kane county,Illinois Posts: 16,233	Microwave range outlet box Quote: Originally Posted by COLDIRON Middle of the cabinet over the microwave, you will have to cut out the back of the cabinet to install the receptacle properly and drill a hole from the microwave up into the bottom of the cabinet. See microwave instructions. Middle? Best on the right side as the exhaust vent runs through the middle. Plus the cord is on the right. Frequently the electrician will leave a whip for that---and use a remodeling box--or a surface mounted box----that's easier for the cabinet installation. __________________ New members: Adding your location to your profile helps in many ways.--M--

07-31-2011, 08:11 AM	#5
COLDIRON Member   Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: PENNSYLVANIA Posts: 1,888	Microwave range outlet box Correction, Middle meaning vertical middle and yes to the right side. Also the final remark from my previous post. See Microwave Instructions.

07-31-2011, 11:04 AM	#6
electures Lic Electrical Inspector     Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: The Great Police State of New Jersey Posts: 1,360	Microwave range outlet box WHat type is it? If it mounts over the range, put the receptacle in the cabinet above the M/W. If it is a countertop unit with a trim kit, check where the vent is and keep it away from it. It does not have to be GFI protected either. __________________ All responses based on the 2011 NEC. If you live in New Jersey click To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. . All other states click To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. . Please check with local, county and state officials as laws may vary. Sizing motors To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. . Online motor calculator To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. . Online calculators To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. .