A:AnswerThis is just my "opinion". If you are going to mount over your range and you want to use the exhaust fan function , then yes it must be vented. If you are not going to use the exhaust fan function, then you would not need to vent the microwave. We use the exhaust fan and it works great. Wish I had done some more research on lighting feature. They do not light up the top of my range as bright as I expected. I am researching different or brighter lighting options. Hope this helps!
A:AnswerHi Davis,
Thank you for reaching out, and we hope you are in good health. We appreciate your interest in Samsung home appliances, specifically with Samsung - 1.7 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White.
This over-the-range microwave will need to have a cabinet for the top. The cabinet will support most of the weight of the microwave with a top bracket while being assisted by the back bracket. I have shared the installation guide below. Please access the link and turn to page 15 for the installation requirements.
https://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202109/20210929171818865/ME4000R_ME17R7021EB_AA_DE68-04584A-01_EN_210325.pdf
Please feel free to communicate with us through the channels below if you have additional questions.
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Your reference number: 1144744163
Leo
A:AnswerIt feels light like plastic but the texture makes me believe that it may be plastic with metal or foil overlay. It is firm and strong. Not cheap feeling
A:AnswerI'm happy to help with this. According to page 19 of the user manual (https://bit.ly/3uNTEaR), the cooktop light uses a 40 watt incandescent bulb. ^Jecca
A:AnswerOne light bulb. With two level brightness.. high->low>off. High is not bad. I like it. You can easily remove the panel and replace the bulb to any wattage bulb.
A:AnswerHi there,
Here is a link to help you change the microwave filters. Please see each section, follow the steps and click the hyperlinks for further assistance.
Replace and clean Samsung microwave filters.
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00049239/
Have a great day.
^Aloe