How much clearance do I need from the bottom of this microwave to the top of my electric smooth top range? null

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KathyC · Accepted Answer

Found this when I was looking to replace our microwave - "The National Kitchen and Bath Association recommends that the bottom of the microwave should be no higher than 54 inches above the floor, which would allow for 18 inches of clearance between the microwave and the typical cooktop height of 36 inches. Some manufacturers allow smaller clearances." Although the bottom of our microwave is exactly at 54", our glass-top stove sits slightly higher so the clearance is 17". Builder installed the original microwave at that clearance, and we have not had any problems.

Answered by KathyC 5 years ago

GE Answers · Answer

Good day,

This is a great question! Since a minimum of 30" is required from the top of the stove to the bottom of the cabinet, then there would be a distance of 14.5" from the bottom of the microwave to the top of the stove. You can check page 7 of the installation guide for a diagram. https://files.bbystatic.com/D8505xASz7TWU7wUCScjfA%3D%3D/3098b0ad-24a7-4f52-9b7d-d81b3031e5ec.pdf. Best wishes! Mike@GEA

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