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Old 07-29-2024, 07:01 AM
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Originally Posted by CarlR33 View Post
Some homes have the vent instead of the microwave above the stove. The alternative might be placing the microwave in a cabinet at a lower level. I know they make microwaves for this purpose that open like a dresser drawer instead of the swing door. Also, be aware that some of the top load washers are a similar problem for my wife to reach the very bottom for laundry. Never imagined this until we had a rental with a newer top load washer. Good luck!
I don't have a problem with our microwave but I was so happy when the sales person told me to see if I could easily reach the bottom of the top load washer before we purchased it. It was a BIG stretch so decided against it. (looking back, my husband could reach it so ..... lol)