A:AnswerHello Jam123! Unfortunately, Over the Range Microwave's cannot be used as countertop units. Thank you for your inquiry on our KitchenAid appliances.
A:AnswerHello Lissa! Per the Use and Care Guide: With the microwave oven in standby mode, touch the Timer control, enter time, then touch the Timer control or the Start control. Cook functions may be entered while the Timer is counting down. To cancel timer, touch Timer control while the Timer countdown is active in the display.
A:AnswerHello Ekeller! We are providing a link to the Installation Instructions. This will advise the proper instructions for installation on this model. https://bit.ly/2Dg9m4r
A:AnswerNo trim kit included with this unit, on my installation it was not necessary. My unit is installed under and next to oak cabinets and looks fine, if needed you could purchase some trim stain and polyurethane not hard to do.
A:AnswerWhen using bake mode, you can use regular bakeware: metal, glass, ceramic, etc. You must place bakeware on rack. During microwave mode, microwave cookware must be used. Hope this helps
A:AnswerI think the difference is that this is a 1000 watt microwave compared to most 1200 watt ones. So the cook time is a little off for directions.. Just add a few seconds and you'll be goodl
A:AnswerThere is no timer function for the light. The button allows for "on" - full brightness, "night" - low light, or "off". you press the button repeatedly to cycle through these options.
A:AnswerYou're better off buying a smaller dimension, larger inside Cubic Inch counter top microwave and saving your self about 600.00 in the process. It can be mounted under counter, but does not have to go over the stove.
A:AnswerThats exactly what the intended use is for this microwave. Make sure that you change the fan motor before installation. Meaning, if you plan on venting to the outside, or leaving it on recirculation.