He does it so effortlessly. I'm like you George. If doing this myself, it will take me at least 3 days. A whole of cussing. A few tears. And definitely a call and trip to Lowe's. Ending result, I'm paying for a Lowe's technician, to come in and get it done.
Been doing property management for 28 plus years and I always try to buy the same brand of microwave as the old one because most of the time the same manufacturer uses the same rear bracket and the top mounting holes would also line up with old holes as well. Makes life easier.
@@-Munditimum- Mr. Mosu, I would love to help you but unfortunately I service Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades and Malibu area. Thank you for the opportunity and you stay safe and healthy.
yes, especially if someone got rid of the old microwave, because they upgraded the kitchen kit, but had all the brackets provided... test the microwave to be sure it's working properly then get it installed with the necessary tools you have.
FYI If this helps anyone I removed 13year old GE microwave oven told my wife wanted to replace with another new GE microwave hoping the mounting hardware would match the old microwave. Bingo was a match after 13years. Made this installation a peace cake. Took about 15 minutes. Something to think about if your replacing an older microwave.
Your video was everything! Thank you so much!! Your step-by-step directions saved me $40 for removal and $119 for installation. With the help of my son, we completed the task receiving an A+ grade!! I'm so PLEASED of the outcome!!! ;-)
Thank you so much for this video! Me and my 19 year old daughter were able to take the old one down and put the new one up all by ourselves thanks to this video! So easy!
@@PomazeBog1389 after irradiating themselves in the radar facility for how long? I'm proud to be a man, but implying women can't think or create things isn't cool.
First time ever project for me. I watched this video and followed the instructions step-by-step. I didn't do it as fast as this guy (took me 1 hour from start to finish) but am presuming he has done this a time or two. Also, I was working alone and so had to create my own lift support to hold the microwave up so I could install the top anchoring bolts. I used a plastic flat top beer cooler and some folded towels on top of the cooler lid and sat the microwave on top of the cooler and towels after first anchoring the unit to the back wall brace. It was quite easy. Thanks Lowes guy!!.
There's all those holes in the mount for a reason. Use the ones that line up on a freaking stud instead of using a drywall anchor unless there's no stud on one side.
dry wall anchors are just as useful as studs. Each toggle bolt he used is rated for 100-150 pounds. That damn near 300 pounds of carrying weight for a 50 pound microwave
Thanks for making this video. Our old Micro Wave finally croaked. It sounded like a chain saw throwing up. You saved us an installation fee, and a $30 charge for recycling. Cannot thank you enough. God Bless ya man.
Just bought a Whirlpool microwave from you guys today and installed it myself using this video. In all honesty the hardest part is measuring the wall mount. This was a great tutorial!
Thank you so much for your video and to the helpful commenters. Someone recommended to buy the same brand so you wouldn’t have to replace the bracket on the wall. This was a huge helpful tip. Bought a GE microwave as the previous one and it was quick and easy. Even the holes on the cabinet lined up. I could of done it myself except the microwave was too heavy for me to lift all on my own so you definitely need an extra person to help.
Your video is very good and informative... it answered all the questions I had about replacing my microwave... the most important thing I learned is... "Yaeh, I'm not comfortable doing all this, I think i'll just buy it at the hardware store and have them install it".
Great video. Watched it before my install, and it was a breeze. It was a birthday gift for my wife. Thankfully, I had the same brand microwave so the wall bracket was reusable. The microwave I got also had the blower setup to recirculate as the default (per the manual and per testing) so that was one less step I had to do. Be sure to check your microwave's manual to determine if you need to rotate the blower or not - you may not need to, but the video shows you how, just in case. Thanks.
I love how these videos show every wall being even, studs easy to locate, tools handy, everything level and square. These projects and installations are never this easy on an old house. Good info though, but it’ll wind up taking me hours to do and plenty of F bombs.
Keep in mind that not all microwaves come off the wall that way. Our old Frigidaire was installed into a bracket with 2 arms. Those arms were connected with two bolts that were behind the vent grille on the front of the microwave (in addition to the two bolts on top in the cabinet). Posting this in hopes that it saves someone some time...we pulled on that Frigidaire for a long time before figuring out how it was bolted in.
We just took out a 22 year old Whirlpool! Yikes! It was a bear. Pulled one lag bolt completely out! Praying the next one is much easier to install, as this man showed!!
Thank you for this. It took me and my brother about 4 hours to complete... Seeing your 9 minute video definitely had me overly optimistic 😅 but it all worked out in the end.
Just bought a new OtS microwave to replace one that broke on us. Thank you for the video! Thanks for all the comments on tips as well. I think it's a really old microwave, so it may have some weirdness in how it's mounted. That'd be my luck with the way they built this house.
Great video thanks. I did this install today but wish I watched this video before although I watched many others. Two tips I liked were drilling pilot holes from below the cabinet, before drilling down through the top to prevent damage to the cabinet finish. And because this is a recessed cabinet above the microwave, you can reuse the same hole for the cord. I drilled another hole for the new microwave cord when I could have reused the old microwave hole. This only applies to a recessed cabinet top. If it was flush you will for sure have to drill a new hole. Hope this helps other's with these two items.
Definitely use a template because you’ll be drilling other holes or larger holes. If you’re installing a used microwave, make templates out of cardboard. Also, sometimes you’ll find used microwaves with missing wall mount brackets. You can use your old mounting bracket you’ll just have to use tin shears to make notches so your used microwave will mount.
Excellent instructions, thanks! I find it helpful if you’re replacing a microwave to replace with the same brand if possible. This increases your chance of not having to replace mounting brackets. Mine was replaced in about an hour with a couple of extra hands to help hold/lift.
Except, if one is specifically NOT buying the same brand (Frigidaire) because it's a piece of junk. It came with a new house, went kaput after about 2 years. I then bought a warranty for two more years, a technician came out and fixed it, and it went kaput again after another 2.5 years. Everyone in the subdivision has the same problem with Frigidaire.
Lol, cool. We’re on day three of this project and I like how he just glazed over the part at the end where you include the scrap wood for a recessed cabinet. Predrill or no? Does it need to be the exact dimensions of the recess? Where does one find this? Also, he seems way too calm. Add more swearing and arguing with your significant other over the location of the wood screws for your next video.
this is insanely old but here we go. Yes, always predrill, with a bit size slightly smaller than the bolt. it should be as close as you can possibly get to the exact dimensions of the recess. how do you find it? maybe, i don't know just a thought, you could use that fancy little measuring tape lots of stores sell.
All in all this video was done well and informative. I agree with another commet about adding a lot more time to your estimate to get this done. Most videos are like 2-3 mins and everything goes perfectly but I am glad that this explains for example when you dont have a stud to drill into and especially pre drilling the cabinets so you don't have a blowout on the cabinet. Makes me proud to be a head cashier at Lowe's. (Not really) but well done on the video.
Thank you for the video really help me. Also I used the old frame that was attached to the wall from a frigidaire microwave got the same size and holds my Samsung microwave perfectly. 😀😀😀
Silly question... i've never recirculated exhaust before... are filter changes necessary, and if so how often? Must the microwave be un-mounted in order to do a filter change? It appears it would have to be?
A good video but I'm wondering, before you attached the template on the wall, why you didn't trim it along the dotted lines first as it states to do so right on the template? This explains the small gap you have between the top of the microwave and the bottom of the cabinet.
I was gonna say the same. Now what if you test the microwave and have a defective one AFTER all that. Plus I would no longer trust the brand/ model so you just drilled the shit outta your walls and cabinets
Love your videos Lowe’s, but can you guys make a video on removing microwave range hood (which doesn’t vent any smoke out of the house) and instal an actual range hood/exhaust vent, etc. Thanks guys, keep up the great work.
I've installed thousands of microwaves, I have some comments. 1) take the knobs off the stove so you don't accidentally turn the cooktop on while you're doing the install and burn the blanket onto the stovetop 2) always take the new appliance out of the box to inspect for damages before removing the old one 3) do not put your toggle holes in the a & b shaded area holes. Mark those holes, put your toggle holes somewhere else. Holes a&b are your guide, they they should line up with the bracket 4) I usedfiller blocks of wood maybe 1/1000 installs, very unlikely that you need them and they make it more difficult to install the mounting screws
Just to add...if the top of cabinet opening has a lip hang over(for lack of a better term), you will need to lower your template on the back of wall to the same height of the front so that the space is level in the front and back of the unit. You can trim the template edges so that it fits inside the trim frame.
Me and my mom just finished taking down our old microwave. Took us over an hour to lift it off the hinges. It just wouldn’t budge. I love how he says the microwave isn’t heavy. Lord Almighty, I thought I was giving birth trying to pull that microwave off the dang wall.
@@MucaroBoricua 50 lbs isn't hard to lift of the ground when you can put your legs into but when lifting off a wall like I just did its all elbows and shoulders and much more difficult, as a rather healthy and strong male it wasn't that hard for me but could imagine a female having a mighty struggle with it..
56M views, True. But watch your language or the feminazis that believe in total equality will jump on you. I still stand by my statement; any healthy and capable adult should be able to lift 50 lbs. But I didn’t say it was gonna be easy. I have to admit that installing a 50 lbs oven with no handles under a cabinet, that’s another story. To make it easier, they should remove the stove/range out of the way. Also, put a few planks across the range opening and use it as a step for the oven. That’s what I do.
Great tutorial! I was hoping my new GE mw would fit on the old GE bracket, but no, they changed it. Good thing I watched. NOW, what's going on if one of my "self adjusting screws" didn't work? It went all the way down into the hole, but isn't grabbing anything and tightening.🤨🤔😒
I watched 1.30 minutes and then figured it out on my own. Appreciate the video. Definitely couldn't have done it without my wife holding the old and new microwave and supplying the tape for the 2 templates.
Ugh, my problem is that I have tiles that abut the bottom of my old microwave and the only replacement microwaves are all taller so how can I mount the bracket without removing my tiles?
You can use painters tape on the tiles, and use the correct drill bit so you don't damage the tile. Then you can simply mount the bracket on top of your existing tile. It may require a little finess to properly level the microwave.
Hi there! We recommend checking with your local Lowe's to learn about what options are available for a custom kitchen delivery. Alternatively, you can call us at 1-800-445-6937 so we can help you further with this after learning more details. Thanks!
Hey! I have a question, I was wondering if it's possible to put the microwave on a stainless steel shelf or any other surface? Thanks! Great video! (Its a microwave hood combination)
General Suggestion: If you have an older model, Go online and read the installation model/ look at parts. After reviewing multiple TH-cam’s and struggling to remove my 20 year old microwave (yea, crazy it lasted so long!)...I researched the manual/ parts pictures online and discovered my bracket was mounted on the top with two, long mounting screws that had to be removed from the front of the microwave! (Sharp Model 1481).
That’s great your Sharp microwave lasted that long, definitely the new one won’t last half that time. I left a 26 year old Toshiba microwave in the last house I sold and it was still working fine.
For ease of access, your own safety and to eliminate the possibility of breaking the top of your glass topped stove, Pull the STOVE OUT! Believe me, if you crack the top of a stove, it's cheaper to buy a new stove than replace that top. But so much easier to just pull the stove out of the way! I've looked for a new microwave and they weight 60lbs with the fan and light underneath - definitely a 2 person job!
A 2x4 cut to a length that matches the height between the range and microwave as well as another board cut 4 inches shorter help when you mount the top bolts and also when your trying to feed the cord through.
After watching the video I read all of the comments, then successfully replaced my "roof-vented" microwave. Here are the two most important hints I picked-up from the comments: 1. Move the stove out of the way - it makes lifting the microwave so much easier. 2. Loosen the vent-work above the microwave before trying to lift out the microwave. Oh - and my list of the three things you might need for the install that you might not have: 1. Diagonal wire-cutting pliers - to snip-out new vent holes after pivoting the fan. 2. Aluminum tape - for attaching the vent work to anything it need to be attached to. 3. Some scraps of rigid foam, to fill in around any gaps between the venting sheet metal and the cabinetry that was cut away. This is optional, since the foil tape is already blocking air leaks, but to me it results in a more professional install.
This is a very helpful video, EXCEPT that you only mention the charocal filter and didn't show installing it in and now we installed the microwave with having the filter out and we didn't even know what it was until we looked it up.
Very good video! I liked the easier method of taping the top template to the outer edges of the recessed cabinet, then poking through with a pencil. A lot easier than trimming and taping template to the inside area. If there was anything I'd do different, it would be testing the microwave before installation. Thanks!
You forgot to mention some older microwaves have safety latches on the back. You have to remove the top grill on a HOTPOINT to access the unlock screws to release the safety latches. Video was good for general microwave removal and installation
It's important to take the right steps when drilling new holes for cabinet support. If the previous holes are in the way, we recommend filling them with sealant and allowing them to dry fully before continuing your project.
He does all this in 9 minutes and 32 seconds. So when doing this myself, I'm looking at about 2 days and 3 or 4 trips to Lowe's.
Bully
😂
That's funny because it's true!
He does it so effortlessly. I'm like you George. If doing this myself, it will take me at least 3 days. A whole of cussing. A few tears. And definitely a call and trip to Lowe's. Ending result, I'm paying for a Lowe's technician, to come in and get it done.
Lmao so true 🤣👍🍻
Been doing property management for 28 plus years and I always try to buy the same brand of microwave as the old one because most of the time the same manufacturer uses the same rear bracket and the top mounting holes would also line up with old holes as well. Makes life easier.
Franks Family lol. Mounting holes.
Peter, are you in Ontario? I could use a skilled installer!
@@-Munditimum- Mr. Mosu, I would love to help you but unfortunately I service Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades and Malibu area. Thank you for the opportunity and you stay safe and healthy.
This, my friend is the best advice ever.
Thanks I just bought a GE but probably will take it back for a Whirlpool for this reason. A lot more involved than I realized to install this!
Protip, test the microwave before installing it. Learned the hard way.
yes, especially if someone got rid of the old microwave, because they upgraded the kitchen kit, but had all the brackets provided... test the microwave to be sure it's working properly then get it installed with the necessary tools you have.
Thank for the tip
Awesome tip.
Damn
Thank you for that tip. I didn't even think of that. That would be my luck too!
FYI If this helps anyone I removed 13year old GE microwave oven told my wife wanted to replace with another new GE microwave hoping the mounting hardware would match the old microwave. Bingo was a match after 13years. Made this installation a peace cake. Took about 15 minutes. Something to think about if your replacing an older microwave.
Your video was everything! Thank you so much!! Your step-by-step directions saved me $40 for removal and $119 for installation. With the help of my son, we completed the task receiving an A+ grade!! I'm so PLEASED of the outcome!!! ;-)
Thank you so much for this video! Me and my 19 year old daughter were able to take the old one down and put the new one up all by ourselves thanks to this video! So easy!
Glad it helped!
You go girl,,,use that brain unlike some supposed men I know!!!💙
How long did it take you guys?
@@rafaellopez9498 *_MEN INVENTED THE MICROWAVE._*
@@PomazeBog1389 after irradiating themselves in the radar facility for how long? I'm proud to be a man, but implying women can't think or create things isn't cool.
First time ever project for me. I watched this video and followed the instructions step-by-step. I didn't do it as fast as this guy (took me 1 hour from start to finish) but am presuming he has done this a time or two. Also, I was working alone and so had to create my own lift support to hold the microwave up so I could install the top anchoring bolts. I used a plastic flat top beer cooler and some folded towels on top of the cooler lid and sat the microwave on top of the cooler and towels after first anchoring the unit to the back wall brace. It was quite easy. Thanks Lowes guy!!.
Great idea with the cooler. I'll be working by myself as well.
Thanks for the solo install tip - it may have taken a minute b4 I thought of that! Now I might be able to do this…. I just need to find a MCV.
Came here just for the measuring portion 😅 This was the 3rd video I watched and the most clear, detailed, and complete. THANK YOU!
There's all those holes in the mount for a reason. Use the ones that line up on a freaking stud instead of using a drywall anchor unless there's no stud on one side.
thank you for saying what I was thinking -- use the holes in the bracket that are over your studs!!!
Yes! In this example he could use 2 studs. One on left and one 16" to the right. I'd think 2 studs would equally hold 2 toggle and 1 stud.
dry wall anchors are just as useful as studs. Each toggle bolt he used is rated for 100-150 pounds. That damn near 300 pounds of carrying weight for a 50 pound microwave
Thanks…I wont be drilling thise big holes for anchors..1 studs should do
1. Purchase microwave at Lowe’s. 2. Pay for installation. 3. Recognize you just aren’t handy with tools. 😂
Amen
Pay for microwave at Lowes, pay for installation, some hack comes and throws it in sloppily and not secure or level.
@@Brian-xu9di Sounds like how I would do it myself.
😂😂😂😂 my exact thought
Lol good advice
Thanks for making this video. Our old Micro Wave finally croaked. It sounded like a chain saw throwing up. You saved us an installation fee, and a $30 charge for recycling. Cannot thank you enough. God Bless ya man.
Just bought a Whirlpool microwave from you guys today and installed it myself using this video. In all honesty the hardest part is measuring the wall mount. This was a great tutorial!
Thank you so much for your video and to the helpful commenters. Someone recommended to buy the same brand so you wouldn’t have to replace the bracket on the wall. This was a huge helpful tip. Bought a GE microwave as the previous one and it was quick and easy. Even the holes on the cabinet lined up. I could of done it myself except the microwave was too heavy for me to lift all on my own so you definitely need an extra person to help.
The detail about how to remove a toggle bolt was awesome! I love the care you took on this script.
Your video is very good and informative... it answered all the questions I had about replacing my microwave... the most important thing I learned is... "Yaeh, I'm not comfortable doing all this, I think i'll just buy it at the hardware store and have them install it".
Yep...Same here.
Which hardware store did you use?
I’m 8:44, what does it mean by recessed cabinet? Is the cabinet in the video an example of a recessed cabinet?
Great video. Watched it before my install, and it was a breeze. It was a birthday gift for my wife. Thankfully, I had the same brand microwave so the wall bracket was reusable. The microwave I got also had the blower setup to recirculate as the default (per the manual and per testing) so that was one less step I had to do. Be sure to check your microwave's manual to determine if you need to rotate the blower or not - you may not need to, but the video shows you how, just in case. Thanks.
I love how these videos show every wall being even, studs easy to locate, tools handy, everything level and square. These projects and installations are never this easy on an old house. Good info though, but it’ll wind up taking me hours to do and plenty of F bombs.
ME TOO!!!! IT NEVER FAILS…DAMN
Amen!
Amen
Thank-You
Never completed a diy job without at least 9-10 F' bombs
You forgot the part where I look for the tools for 3 hours and the cursing.
Lmao
And the part saying "why am I so cheap should've just paid for the install"
lmao you can always ask for assistance... don't be such a man lol
@@luvinmysailor exactly!!!! lol
Should I buy LG, Samsung, Bosch, or Electrolux???
So I completed this project. Your tutorial took the fear away. Best advice was follow the instructions including unpackaging.
Keep in mind that not all microwaves come off the wall that way. Our old Frigidaire was installed into a bracket with 2 arms. Those arms were connected with two bolts that were behind the vent grille on the front of the microwave (in addition to the two bolts on top in the cabinet). Posting this in hopes that it saves someone some time...we pulled on that Frigidaire for a long time before figuring out how it was bolted in.
We just took out a 22 year old Whirlpool! Yikes! It was a bear. Pulled one lag bolt completely out! Praying the next one is much easier to install, as this man showed!!
Took my wife and I an hour and 15 minutes to do. Awesome!
Great instructions. We replaced our microwave in 45 minutes flat thanks to knowing exactly what steps came next. Thanks.
Glad we were able to help, Cheryl
Just did this today - was able to use my previous bracket and the bolt holes! Less work - Samsung replacing old whirlpool (15yrs). Video helped ALOT!
Out of all the videos on youtube this was by far the most useful! Thank you!!!
You lost me at "It's a real easy DIY project.".
So true. Youtbue DIY is nothing like real life projects.
It is an easy DIY project if you aren't a useless potato.
😂😂😂😂 for real
He lost me at "Are you thinking about replacing..." (0:01)
@@meme5887 😂
Thank you for this. It took me and my brother about 4 hours to complete... Seeing your 9 minute video definitely had me overly optimistic 😅 but it all worked out in the end.
Thanks so much for this. We were able to successfully remove and install a new microwave and your guidance was extremely helpful.
That's awesome that you were able to get your microwave installed on your own!
Just bought a new OtS microwave to replace one that broke on us. Thank you for the video! Thanks for all the comments on tips as well. I think it's a really old microwave, so it may have some weirdness in how it's mounted. That'd be my luck with the way they built this house.
Very great short explanation without unnecessary talking. 👏
Great video thanks. I did this install today but wish I watched this video before although I watched many others. Two tips I liked were drilling pilot holes from below the cabinet, before drilling down through the top to prevent damage to the cabinet finish. And because this is a recessed cabinet above the microwave, you can reuse the same hole for the cord. I drilled another hole for the new microwave cord when I could have reused the old microwave hole. This only applies to a recessed cabinet top. If it was flush you will for sure have to drill a new hole. Hope this helps other's with these two items.
Thanks! start to finish took about 30 minutes, thanks for the video :-)
Definitely use a template because you’ll be drilling other holes or larger holes. If you’re installing a used microwave, make templates out of cardboard. Also, sometimes you’ll find used microwaves with missing wall mount brackets. You can use your old mounting bracket you’ll just have to use tin shears to make notches so your used microwave will mount.
I got so frustrated with the paper thin template that kept ripping that I used cardboard. What a great idea!
I installed a new OTR microwave yesterday thanks to this video!
This video helped me install my new microwave. Thank you.
Thanks Lowe's for a great detailed video. Now Ill go buy one from Lowe's.
Hate to say it but an home improvement store actually made a easy to follow install video. Good job lowes
Excellent instructions, thanks! I find it helpful if you’re replacing a microwave to replace with the same brand if possible. This increases your chance of not having to replace mounting brackets. Mine was replaced in about an hour with a couple of extra hands to help hold/lift.
Except, if one is specifically NOT buying the same brand (Frigidaire) because it's a piece of junk. It came with a new house, went kaput after about 2 years. I then bought a warranty for two more years, a technician came out and fixed it, and it went kaput again after another 2.5 years. Everyone in the subdivision has the same problem with Frigidaire.
This video was very helpful. It worked like a charm and saved me a lot of money by doing it myself.
My first screw up was trying to lift the microwave out of the box vs turning the box upside down. Thank you Lowe's you're like the father I never had
lol. Dang. Daddy Lowe's showing you the way.
LMAO
Great video, maybe include how to disconnect the vertical duct if its used as an extract fan
Thank you for the feedback!
Lol, cool. We’re on day three of this project and I like how he just glazed over the part at the end where you include the scrap wood for a recessed cabinet. Predrill or no? Does it need to be the exact dimensions of the recess? Where does one find this? Also, he seems way too calm. Add more swearing and arguing with your significant other over the location of the wood screws for your next video.
Day 3? How many days does it take you to do a 45 minute job?
this is insanely old but here we go. Yes, always predrill, with a bit size slightly smaller than the bolt. it should be as close as you can possibly get to the exact dimensions of the recess. how do you find it? maybe, i don't know just a thought, you could use that fancy little measuring tape lots of stores sell.
Day 3 LMFAO!! Omg i pissed myself. Thank you so much for this!! I needed it today. Being totally serious.
Thank you made the removal and install effortless.
All in all this video was done well and informative. I agree with another commet about adding a lot more time to your estimate to get this done.
Most videos are like 2-3 mins and everything goes perfectly but I am glad that this explains for example when you dont have a stud to drill into and especially pre drilling the cabinets so you don't have a blowout on the cabinet.
Makes me proud to be a head cashier at Lowe's. (Not really) but well done on the video.
Couldn’t have done it without this video. Thanks for the help!
I am a big fan and love your videos, they never fail to give me a good laugh and brighten my week
Such a well presented set of instructions.
how can anyone give you a thumbs down? this was our exact system. It's crazy simple
You should probably test the microwave before installing it
More like, "definitely"!
Nice thorough description!
Thank you for the video really help me. Also I used the old frame that was attached to the wall from a frigidaire microwave got the same size and holds my Samsung microwave perfectly. 😀😀😀
Good luck on the Samsung, mine was junk.
Silly question... i've never recirculated exhaust before... are filter changes necessary, and if so how often? Must the microwave be un-mounted in order to do a filter change? It appears it would have to be?
Excellent video
Wife and I just installed ours using your video
The taping of the template for the upper hangers was a life saver
Thanks
Fantastic, that's what we love to hear! Great job on replacing your microwave. 👍
@@lowes It was tough
Damn thing was heavy and awkward at 63lbs but it went it without a hitch!!
Thanks again!!
A good video but I'm wondering, before you attached the template on the wall, why you didn't trim it along the dotted lines first as it states to do so right on the template? This explains the small gap you have between the top of the microwave and the bottom of the cabinet.
You should test the microwave BEFORE you do the prep and hanging. In case it's defective and have to return it.
I was gonna say the same. Now what if you test the microwave and have a defective one AFTER all that. Plus I would no longer trust the brand/ model so you just drilled the shit outta your walls and cabinets
Love your videos Lowe’s, but can you guys make a video on removing microwave range hood (which doesn’t vent any smoke out of the house) and instal an actual range hood/exhaust vent, etc. Thanks guys, keep up the great work.
I've installed thousands of microwaves, I have some comments.
1) take the knobs off the stove so you don't accidentally turn the cooktop on while you're doing the install and burn the blanket onto the stovetop
2) always take the new appliance out of the box to inspect for damages before removing the old one
3) do not put your toggle holes in the a & b shaded area holes. Mark those holes, put your toggle holes somewhere else. Holes a&b are your guide, they they should line up with the bracket
4) I usedfiller blocks of wood maybe 1/1000 installs, very unlikely that you need them and they make it more difficult to install the mounting screws
Thank you, with this video hubby & I successfully replaced our Microwave.
That's fantastic, teamwork makes everything better!💙
This was awesome! I followed your steps and had zero problems. Thank You sir!
Just to add...if the top of cabinet opening has a lip hang over(for lack of a better term), you will need to lower your template on the back of wall to the same height of the front so that the space is level in the front and back of the unit.
You can trim the template edges so that it fits inside the trim frame.
Me and my mom just finished taking down our old microwave. Took us over an hour to lift it off the hinges. It just wouldn’t budge. I love how he says the microwave isn’t heavy. Lord Almighty, I thought I was giving birth trying to pull that microwave off the dang wall.
Seriously!
Join a gym 6 months before installing the oven. All healthy adults should be able to lift 50 pounds.
@@MucaroBoricua 50 lbs isn't hard to lift of the ground when you can put your legs into but when lifting off a wall like I just did its all elbows and shoulders and much more difficult, as a rather healthy and strong male it wasn't that hard for me but could imagine a female having a mighty struggle with it..
56M views, True. But watch your language or the feminazis that believe in total equality will jump on you.
I still stand by my statement; any healthy and capable adult should be able to lift 50 lbs. But I didn’t say it was gonna be easy.
I have to admit that installing a 50 lbs oven with no handles under a cabinet, that’s another story.
To make it easier, they should remove the stove/range out of the way. Also, put a few planks across the range opening and use it as a step for the oven. That’s what I do.
Timmy's POV thank you for having empathy for others... vs the guy you’re replying to just being a jerk
Really great Video. One of the best step by step I have seen.
Great video! I'm now very confident in going into doing this job
So glad we could help. You got it!
@@lowes I just bought my new microwave from Lowe's last night!
At the end of the vid: this is a real easy project, didn’t take us too long at all..
Me: wtf
Yeah, just cutting and taping up all the paper templates looks like a pain...
Is it okay if there's a gap behind it when you put it up
Fernando did an exceptional job I give him 10 on installation washer and dryer
Wow. I'm glad he told me to unplug the old one. I would've never thought of that
Great tutorial! I was hoping my new GE mw would fit on the old GE bracket, but no, they changed it. Good thing I watched. NOW, what's going on if one of my "self adjusting screws" didn't work? It went all the way down into the hole, but isn't grabbing anything and tightening.🤨🤔😒
Perfect video! Just what I was looking for. Glad he showed hoe to change the position of the motor in the case there is no outside vent. Thanks!
We're glad that you found this video helpful! 💙
If you’re getting the exact same model can you skip the mounting bracket replacement?
Does the new microwave typically come with a toggle bolt? Or do i need to buy one?
Good question - some brands do include a few in the packaging, but unfortunately most do not.
Well done! Just bought the same unit!
I watched 1.30 minutes and then figured it out on my own. Appreciate the video. Definitely couldn't have done it without my wife holding the old and new microwave and supplying the tape for the 2 templates.
Ugh, my problem is that I have tiles that abut the bottom of my old microwave and the only replacement microwaves are all taller so how can I mount the bracket without removing my tiles?
You can use painters tape on the tiles, and use the correct drill bit so you don't damage the tile. Then you can simply mount the bracket on top of your existing tile. It may require a little finess to properly level the microwave.
Do you do custom kitchen deliveries?
Hi there! We recommend checking with your local Lowe's to learn about what options are available for a custom kitchen delivery. Alternatively, you can call us at 1-800-445-6937 so we can help you further with this after learning more details. Thanks!
Do you move refrigerators and color tvs?
I'm in dire straights
That right most toggle was only
Yeah, use the two studs and forget about the toggle crap.
Well made instructional video. Very concise and very helpful.
Me21m706bas
This little help videos are a BIG HELP! Thanks for taking the time to make this :-)
Hey! I have a question, I was wondering if it's possible to put the microwave on a stainless steel shelf or any other surface? Thanks!
Great video! (Its a microwave hood combination)
General Suggestion: If you have an older model, Go online and read the installation model/ look at parts. After reviewing multiple TH-cam’s and struggling to remove my 20 year old microwave (yea, crazy it lasted so long!)...I researched the manual/ parts pictures online and discovered my bracket was mounted on the top with two, long mounting screws that had to be removed from the front of the microwave! (Sharp Model 1481).
That’s great your Sharp microwave lasted that long, definitely the new one won’t last half that time. I left a 26 year old Toshiba microwave in the last house I sold and it was still working fine.
Thanks Lowe’s! Now I know how to install a microwave :D
Thanks for tutoring a installation of microwave.
For ease of access, your own safety and to eliminate the possibility of breaking the top of your glass topped stove, Pull the STOVE OUT! Believe me, if you crack the top of a stove, it's cheaper to buy a new stove than replace that top. But so much easier to just pull the stove out of the way! I've looked for a new microwave and they weight 60lbs with the fan and light underneath - definitely a 2 person job!
This video change my entire life
I watched this video thinking I could do this. I was wrong.
Did you end up installing?
@@JustinBee369 No :-( but I still need to!
then you are the one that is wrong? Problem solving is a zero for you my friend.
@@robbyu.672
Love the one-handed "snap on & drill" at the end.
It's not easy.
A 2x4 cut to a length that matches the height between the range and microwave as well as another board cut 4 inches shorter help when you mount the top bolts and also when your trying to feed the cord through.
What about the charcoal filter? How do you put that in?
Thanks for good video.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏👏👏
Thank you! My new one fit on my old bracket!
After watching the video I read all of the comments, then successfully replaced my "roof-vented" microwave. Here are the two most important hints I picked-up from the comments:
1. Move the stove out of the way - it makes lifting the microwave so much easier.
2. Loosen the vent-work above the microwave before trying to lift out the microwave.
Oh - and my list of the three things you might need for the install that you might not have:
1. Diagonal wire-cutting pliers - to snip-out new vent holes after pivoting the fan.
2. Aluminum tape - for attaching the vent work to anything it need to be attached to.
3. Some scraps of rigid foam, to fill in around any gaps between the venting sheet metal and the cabinetry that was cut away. This is optional, since the foil tape is already blocking air leaks, but to me it results in a more professional install.
This is a very helpful video, EXCEPT that you only mention the charocal filter and didn't show installing it in and now we installed the microwave with having the filter out and we didn't even know what it was until we looked it up.
I have the same microwave. I don't even know where to put the charcoal filter. The instructions are useless.
Could you re-use the existing mounting plate and frame?
Very good video! I liked the easier method of taping the top template to the outer edges of the recessed cabinet, then poking through with a pencil. A lot easier than trimming and taping template to the inside area. If there was anything I'd do different, it would be testing the microwave before installation. Thanks!
Thanks for using safety gear, so many people just don't! Nice video too of course.
The hard part is removing all the junk from the upper cabinet
so true, was just thinking about all that shi in there
You forgot to mention some older microwaves have safety latches on the back. You have to remove the top grill on a HOTPOINT to access the unlock screws to release the safety latches. Video was good for general microwave removal and installation
😢 thanks for the help just finished. You made it easy
Great Video very easy explanation👍🏾👍🏾
What do you do if you have to drill new holes on the bottom of the cabinet for support and the old ones are in the way?
It's important to take the right steps when drilling new holes for cabinet support. If the previous holes are in the way, we recommend filling them with sealant and allowing them to dry fully before continuing your project.
@@lowes Thank you
My microwave also has a vent a hood. Any instructions on removing it?