The box for my MagicChef MCO160UB did not have installation instructions. I need to know how to mount the bracket for the unit and the top screws

HI,

Frigidaire makes several over-the-range microwave models that are all installed in the same manner. To install correctly, you must have at least 45 1/2 inches from the bottom of the top cabinet to the cooking surface of the stove to provide enough clearance for the microwave. The top cabinet must also be at least 30 inches wide and 12 inches deep. Find someone to help you, then follow the steps below to install your Frigidaire microwave.

Things You'll Need:

• Stud finder or hammer
• Screwdriver
• Drill

Instructions

Pull your range away from the wall so you can work comfortably. If this is not possible, cover it with a drop cloth. Find and mark the locations of the studs in the wall behind the range. They will be either 16 or 24 inches apart.

Follow the instructions on the wall template to mark the location of the mounting bracket and the four anchor holes on the wall and the bottom of the cabinet. Drill the anchor holes. Follow the instructions on the top cabinet template to mark and drill the two holes in the bottom of the cabinet.

Attach the mounting bracket to the wall studs using the six wood screws included with your microwave. Screw the toggle nuts onto the toggle bolts and push one through each of the four drilled holes. Screw each toggle bolt until the nut is snug against the inside of the wall.
Pick up the oven with your helper. Plug the oven into the outlet and slide the oven onto the mounting bracket arms. Push the oven back against the wall. Tighten the two screws on the microwave faceplate to fasten the microwave to the mounting bracket arms.
Attach the louver to the top of the microwave with the three provided screws. Insert the two top cabinet screws and washers from the top cabinet into the microwave and fasten tightly.

Take care.

hang on..let me see those installation instructions from Tappan's site..back in a minute

I have found and provided a link installation instructions for your existing model. The front is held in place by two screws through the cabinet above into the top of the micro and the back is supported by a wall bracket. A new microhood will fit into the space, but will install a little differently. link to instructions:

http://products.geappliances.com/MarketingObjectRetrieval/Dispatcher?RequestType=PDF&Name=003675895.PDF

Hello. the installation of wall mounting bracket is not too difficult. you will need a drill, some bits, and a scrrewdriver. you will also need an electrical outlet at that spot to plug in the microwave.

Jennair makes a bracket kit for each microwave. Call any jennair dealer, have your model # handy and they will get you the bracket you need, also ask specifically for the instructions.

You'll probably be able to find the part number either from the installation instructions. You can download GE owner's manuals and installation instructions here.

You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number from the tag on the oven here.

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MOST OF THEM YOU CAN TAKE THE SCREWS LOOSE FROMTHE TOP OF THE CABINET OVER THE STOVE, YOU NEED TO PPL, REMOVE TOP SCREWS HOLD IT AN TILT IT AN THEN PULL IT AWAY FROM THE WALL, MOST WALLL BRACKETS HAVE A HOOK THAT THE MICRO MOUNTS TOO IT 90%OF THE WEIGHT IS BEEN HELD BY THE WALL. GOOD LUCK LEAVE SOME FEEDBACK.!

There are two phillips head screws holding the unit in from the top and a slotted bracket on the wall or cabinet back. Usually you can remove the screws from the cabinet directly above the unit. Support the microwave from the front while removing the screws. CAUTION ! Use two people! While holding the unit level,lift up underneath the rear of the microwave to release it from the slotted bracket in the back and bring the microwave straight out.

Yes to all of your questions. There is a mounting bracket which is specific to this model.

here are the installation instructions http://www.ajmadison.com/ajmadison/itemdocs/PLMVZ169GC-InstallationInstructions.pdf

here is the owner manual
http://www.ajmadison.com/ajmadison/itemdocs/PLMVZ169GC-Manual.pdf

here is the witing diagram
http://www.ajmadison.com/ajmadison/itemdocs/PLMVZ169GC-WiringDiagram.pdf

and here is the parts manual
http://www.ajmadison.com/ajmadison/itemdocs/PLMVZ169GC-PartsManual.pdf

Download these manuals and you will have all of the info available on this microwave. Check to see what is missing and then get what you need by clicking on this page and the where to buy line
http://www.frigidaire.com/customersupport.aspx

enjoy your new microwave.

I just pulled my ge spacemaker xl1800 out. The mounting plate installs on the wall and two 4-6 inch bolts go through the cabinet above and into the top-front of the unit. The two top mounting holes are about 8 1/2 in. from the back of the unit and about 1 1/4 in from the side. If you don't have the mounting bracket that comes with the unit, you will have to use a 2x4 or similar to support the back & bottom of the unit.

If the OTR is the same model, the mounts should be the same. As long as you use the same bolts/screws from the old one, or the same length new bolts/screws, it should be a fairly simple exchange.