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Old 01-23-2011, 12:57 PM
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Default Replace Microwave
Having replaced 3 units in my lifetime I suggest:
1. 4 hands much better than 2, especially if the fit is tight
2. Protect the surface below the unit with something heavy in case something drops, or better yet move the stove if applicable. Break a glass topped stove and you'll need a new stove too. Or chip the paint from a dropped tool and your wife will never be happy with the damage counter or stove again.
3. Replace with same mfgr and nearest replacement model. The odds are the old mounting brackets will work. Better yet remove the old one before buying the replacement to see whats really there and shop to match.
4 If you have an outside vent be sure that the vent outlet in the replacement is an exact match. Its no fun cutting new cabinet shelve openings or wall openings.
5. Double masking tape the cabinet edges around the opening to protect from possible scratches when trying to fit the new unit in.