“While I don't want to make this microwave into a built-in model, it would slot into an enclosed niche with an opening of 23" x 13" and a depth of 23". Will it be okay to place it in that niche? Does it need more space around it?”
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I just measured the exterior dimensions including the feet on the bottom and it seems it will fit. With the feet it is exactly 13 inches high so it will be tight. The depth is another issue. Mine measures 21 inches from the socket plate to the front of the microwave, so it will fit. I have mine in an over-the-counter slot, where a previous microwave was. I cannot advise on this in general but it sounds like it will be fine with respect to the amount of space for proper functioning but you can google that. The thing I am having an issue with is that there was a rack in the slot already to hold the microwave and it fit my old one perfectly. This new microwave does not sit flat and so is tilted, which over time will ruin the door. So either the configuration of the bottom or something is different (the bottom is set higher than the feet so you will not have a problem with this, regarding space). I have not solved that one yet. Bottom line, it looks like it will fit.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.My opening is 22 1/2" wide, 13 1/2" high and 15 1/2" deep. However the oven sticks out another 2 1/2". I do not have a lot of room for it to vent but the old one (almost the exact model) lasted about 3 1/2 years. In order to fit into your space I think you would have to remove the feet (if it can be done) as it would be a very tight fit.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I am looking for a whirlpool microwave but cannot find exact built in model to replace what I have. I found a counter top model almost identical measurements except for the ht. 13 inches vs 12 inches that I have. If I remove the feet, will that solve the height issue?
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