Probably a silly question but is there an accepted limit as to how close a built in microwave has to be from the wall. By that, I mean once it's slid into the cabinet, does there need to be a certain amount of clearance at the rear?
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Harry
There has to be *some* clearance - it usually says in the 'structions if you can find them.
Si
It's usually something each manufacturer will specify for their products. Try giving the manufacturer's customer service or tech assistance department a bell.
Usually 45 mm min. Don't know why but most manufacturers say something around that.
Every "regular" microwave i`ve ever bought had some sort of plastic spacer attached at the rear to prevent you putting it too close to the wall - have you already got the microwave or is it on order ? - it might have the same sort of thing...
It's not just clearance but ventilation too, can heat from the microwave (not being 100% efficient) escape OK. If it's a combination oven more ventilation will be required, might be best to plan for it now if possible in case you get one in future.
cheers, Pete.
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