I recently replaced an 11 year old over-the counter Whirpool Microwave, and took a chance, purchasing another Whirlpool, but made in China, microwave. Surprisingly, I did not have to remount the rear hanging flange, and the two holes in the cupboard were the exact correct position. It was a complete bolt in installation with no drilling required. Bonus.
Here’s a pic of the original mounts and holes that worked for the new microwave. Not sure how often this happens. For those who have never mounted one, most of the weight sits on the rear mounting flange bolted the the wall. (Look carefully for the two tabs), and some of the weight is taken up by two mounting screws that go through the shelf above. There is also a hole large enough for the electrical plug-in. Enjoy.
Here’s a pic of the original mounts and holes that worked for the new microwave. Not sure how often this happens. For those who have never mounted one, most of the weight sits on the rear mounting flange bolted the the wall. (Look carefully for the two tabs), and some of the weight is taken up by two mounting screws that go through the shelf above. There is also a hole large enough for the electrical plug-in. Enjoy.
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