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Q: QuestionI need the stainless Bosch with the vent in the front , NOT on top.Do you have this option.

Asked 8 years ago by bosch.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi there, thank you for your question. All Bosch Over the Range Microwaves have a vent on the very top of the appliance. Bosch microwaves can be room vented, wall vented and roof vented if needed.

  Answered 8 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionThe original question was -is the VENT on the front or on top of the unit???

Asked 8 years ago by Best.

• A:Answer The vent is prominently displayed at the front of the unit at the top above the door.

  Answered 8 years ago by CommunityAnswer

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Q: QuestionDoes this microwave have a light underneath to light up the range top of a stove?

Asked 6 years ago by Mikeandmolly.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi Mikeandmolly. Thank you for your question. Yes, the 300 Series Over the Range Microwave provides task lighting.

  Answered 6 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionDoes the Bosch series 300 HMV3053U vent to the front, rear, bottom or top of the unit?

Asked 6 years ago by Mike.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi Mike. Thank you for your question. The 300 Series Over-the-Range Microwave has three venting options, roof venting, wall venting or room venting.

  Answered 6 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: Questioncan I press the #1 or #2 for the unit to run for 1 minute or 2 minutes?

Asked 6 years ago by chick.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer No chick you cannot. You have a 30 second button that you only need to push and the MW starts. But for everything else, you need to put in the time and press start. That being said, It's a great MW! dude

  Answered 6 years ago by dudeVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes the microwave have a recirculating vent or does it need to be vented to the outside

Asked 8 years ago by Vermont.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Black

• A:Answer It came set up for recirculating into the room but can be made to vent out the back or up by moving the fan position.

  Answered 8 years ago by ATM1

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Q: QuestionHi I have ordered a Built-in Bosch oven can this microwave be mounted in the cabinet above it..or do I have to purchase the 500 series in cabinet mount model

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi there, thank you for your question and interest in Model:HMV3053U. The Over-the-Range Microwave provides ventilation and task lighting. For an cabinet mounted microwave you would want the other.

  Answered 3 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionCan this microwave be mounted over a cooktop ?

Asked 7 years ago by JD.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi there. Thank you for your question. Yes, this can be placed over a cooktop. Please have a minimum of 13 ½ inches of clearance from the top of the cooktop to the bottom of the microwave.

  Answered 7 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionCan this model be mounted under a cabinet and if so do you sell the mount? Thank you.

Asked 1 year ago by Tippy.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Mounting bracket comes with it

  Answered 1 year ago by CharlesTVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHow can l buy buy a separate latch door replacement for a Bosch microwave above range HMV3053U/01??

Asked 1 year ago by Barrios.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi Barrios, thanks for your question. For a full list of replacement parts specific to your model, we recommend using the Parts Finder tool on Bosch's website, or call our customer care team at 1-800-944-2904 for real-time assistance with purchasing replacement parts.

  Answered 1 year ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionWhere is it manufactured?

Asked 2 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Irvine CA

  Answered 2 years ago by Kathybarnack

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Q: QuestionDoes the exhaust adapter that allows rear venting come with the unit? Model: HMV3053U

Asked 2 years ago by GreenBay.

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• A:Answer Yes

  Answered 2 years ago by Kathybarnack

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Q: QuestionCan the 300 series be installed above other models of ranges? I see that it is meant for installation over a Bosch slide in range or cooktop. We need to replace our microwave but our range does not need replaced and is not Bosch.

Asked 2 years ago by Eric.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer You have to measure the space and another model will fit

  Answered 2 years ago by Kathybarnack

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Q: QuestionInside the microwave on the right hand side there is a carboard covering should that be removed

Asked 3 years ago by Gg.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer No

  Answered 2 years ago by Kathybarnack

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Q: QuestionThe specification lists a height of 15 3/4". But the cut out height is listed as 16 1/2". I have to replace a microwave that has a height of 16 5/16". A tile backsplash was installed directly below the microwave. Will this microwave fit in that space?

Asked 3 years ago by BartB.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer You need a clear of 33-36 inches but allowance is 30

  Answered 2 years ago by Kathybarnack

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Q: QuestionIs this available in white?

Asked 3 years ago by Microwaver.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi Microwaver, thank you for your question and interest in Model:HMV3053U. This Over-the-Range Microwave is available in Stainless Steel only.

  Answered 3 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionWe have a bosch range that has vent with a lighted hood, if we install an over the range microwave does it replace the range hood? The above cabinet has a tube that is connected to the hood.

Asked 3 years ago by Michel.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi Michel, thank you for your question and interest in Model:HMV3053U. This Over-the-Range Microwave provides a multi-speed vent that efficiently removes steam, smoke, grease and odors. This OTR microwave is designed to install with a Bosch slide-in range or cooktop.

  Answered 3 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionWhat type of material is used for the interior surfaces?

Asked 4 years ago by BLR.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi BLR, thank you for your question and interest in Model:HMV3053U. The cavity material is lacquered.

  Answered 4 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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Q: QuestionI have a Bosch has range with a vent installed above it. Can I replace the vent with a built in microwaves

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Bosch - 300 Series 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi there. Thank you for your question. Our Over-the-Range Microwaves do provide venting for our Slide-in Ranges. WE have three Models: HMV3053U, HMV5053U and HMV8053U which are all in Stainless Steel and we have one in Black Stainless Steel HMV8044U.

  Answered 5 years ago by BoschAppliancesUSA

  
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