Can this product be used to vent a microwave that vents out ?
1958207
Never knew a microwave needed a vent! Anyway, it would work ONLY if there was enough airflow to force the internal "cap" to rise to let the exhaust out. Because I didn't know that microwaves even had a vent, I guess I'm not qualified to say if there is enough air to lift that lid. My guess is no.
1958208
As long as the microwave generated adequate pressure to elevate the vent closure I don't see any reason why it would not work. You would have to use an all metal exhaust, just as you would for a dryer. it would not work for an oven, given the high temperatures generated during broiling and during the self cleaning cycle.
1958209
Air flow could be a problem. I think a roof vent would be a better choice and last longer. The plastic in these vents deteriorate over time by oxidation.
1958210
Most microwave vent hoods require a 7" duct, this is only 4". It would "work" but with restricted airflow.
451519
I have mine internally venting as we speak. The fan is quite powerful and has no problem gathering any smoke that develops. I've been using my microwave since this past Christmas and so far, i haven't had any problems. I'm sure, however, that something like burnt oil would be a problem. Fyi- it's very important to keep the filters clean.
1110407
Yes it can; there are ducting kits available. I purchased the unit for wall-mount and use a charcoal filter, but you can get the ducting kit as well to vent through a wall or ceiling/roof
1412091
Sure can, just make sure the damper will open freely. If not, rip it out and make sure to get a vent cap that has a damper. Mike Mbradyelectric
1957684
To be honest with you, this deflector attaches with magnets on each end, so right out of the box it probably will not work. One option would be purchasing some of that double sided tape to attach it to your plastic vent or purchase a metal vent. I haven't checked but there might be a deflector made specially for plastic vents, hope this helps
619654
Bernard, not positive if you can do so. Best to contact the company. If you look online, you should be able to locate customer service. I vented ours through the window and it worked very well. My guess would be that you would need a good seal around the vent tube to do so.
155341
it is possible. the standard way to afix it to your vent is with a plastic bar (about 1/2" square) that goes across the opening, horizontally. shafts run from those two little knobs you see in the picture all the way back to the bar and sqweeze the vent to the wall. i did most of mine from the outside.
2046662
Yes. I has a better vent fan then our previous Kitchenaid. Very happy with this microwave.
1936889
I used this for the front blower under the dash. I am not sure if this will work for the rear vents.
843934
Well, it mounts magnetically. If the unit was metal around the vent, it could work. However I would think this would cause the air to shoot straight up or straight down as you cannot adjust where deflector aims.
1769502
If your vent is on the wall I'm sure you can as it's very light weight. You would have to tape the two pieces together at the length you needed as well and then the opening would go up it that's what you need.
1924647
Yes. The fan sucks the hot air into its two filters from the bottom of the microwave and vents it back out from the top vents located at the top front above the door.
214252
If it's recommended to have stainless venting use it. I did. Don't go cheap.
1813787
I don't believe that it is designed for that installation. The unit I had (until it quit working after 2 years) was mounted in a cabinet and it had an extra shroud and fan across the top to provide ventilation for the unit. I previously had a Sharp-brand microwave that was designed for "above counter" use that was mounted in an earlier RV I had ... and it worked well as both microwave and convection oven. In a previous home, I had a microwave (also a Sharp as I recall) that was mounted above the stove with a built in "range hood" and lights. (The "Half Time Microwave" has none of these features.) Note that mounting a microwave/convection over over a stove requires a minimum distance of around 28 to 30 inches (see the installation instructions) between the top of the stove and the bottom of the microwave appliance. This usually requires installing a "short" cabinet above the microwave after removing the original cabinet, if one is present. It can also leave the microwave at an uncomfortable height. If mounting under a cabinet, but not above a stove, then you do not have the distance requirement, and can mount the device at a more convenient level for use. (You might need to replace or modify an existing cabinet to give clearance below the microwave/oven so the counter below will still be useful.)
2259525
I'm not an expert on this subject but I'll respond the best I can. I think it may work but for the fact the lint may get caught up in the fan. It's desgned to help move air through vents but when you add in a bunch of lint, I think it would build up over time and create a fire hazard. Just my thoughts. I have probably the same problem with my dryer venting outside my house. The venting goes up a wall and then another 10 feet to the exterior so we get lint building up in the vent. I use a leaf blower to blow out the accumulated lint about once a year.
113764
No you don't have to have an external vent. This microwave come with the option to have one or not to have one. I don't have one.
846920
yes, that is where I use it, in my convection oven. Do not use it to microwave!