While I did not vent mine to the outside the installation instructions did show how to do it and other than the actual duct work as I recall all you would need would be some weather stripping material for sealing the unit to the duct work.
Hello, This is Joyce from GE. I will be happy to help. This model will arrive ready to externally vent. However, this model can be recirculated if desired. Everything you will need to install this unit is included. Thanks so much for checking with us. Have a good day!
I currently have a JVM1440WD 002 GE model Microwave which has cracked on its various plastic face pieces. Time to replace. Will this model easily fit into my existing space? Is this unintall/intall process a difficult task or easily done by a novice?
It's an easy install. You will need help to hold it up while you put the screws in the top. It took me about a half hour total and I had to drill new wholes in my cabinet so line up with the threaded holes in the top of the microwave.
Hi Matt, This is Lisa from GE. I am happy to help. the microwave will fit in the same space as your current model. You will need to use the mounting plate that comes with the new model. I suggest having a handle man help out. Thanks for checking with us.
I replaced my unit by myself, but I would recommend having help to hold it in place, I ordered mine because the one I had was malfunctioning and it fit fine, I can't say perfect, but it looks good
Hello - this is Nancy at GE Appliances and I am happy to help you. This unit is required to be installed at least 66" minimum mounting height from the floor. The 66" from the floor dimension will allow approximately 13-1/2"-16" between the cooktop and the bottom front of the microwave. It is not critical that this 13-1/2"/14"-16" figure is met exactly. It is the 66" from floor to top of microwave dimension that should be followed. Another way to look at it is keep 30" between top of the range and bottom of the cabinet to which the microwave is attached. I hope this helps! Thanks for checking with us!
Is this microwave supposed to come with charcoal filter already. My manual for model AVM4160DFWS stated that it should be included but I have not been able to locate it.
Hi, This is Lisa from GE Appliances. I am happy to help. Please contact us with your information. We will send out a JX81L. Thanks for checking with us.
Hello Handy - this is Nancy at GE Appliances and I am happy to help you. Yes, there should be a minimum distance from the door hinge side to the adjacent wall equal to 1/2". I hope this helps! Thanks for checking with us!