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Originally Posted by ayresdream
We want to put in a microwave/convection oven in the space where the old oven was. Do we need to be concerned about venting the unit because of the heat the convection part will generate?
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hi ayresdream...
it depends on which model is chosen...
the sharp microwave/convection commonly used in newer a/s (2002-2007) doesn't need venting...
it can be used on a counter top or wall/space mounted wtih a kit that provides an air gap on 5 sides....
this is
sharp model r-820bk...
it does need 2 inches of clearance on all sides to allow hot air to circulate.
and it should NOT be mounted near another heat source that will damage it...
that is why most of them aren't mounted over the range top...
under the range top should be fine.
i'm not sure what other mic/conv combo oven models a/s has used...
the sharp is 900 watts and works well in both modes...
wally world used to stock it for 280$ or so...but models do change.
there are many makes/models like the sharp that don't require venting...
usually it is the commercial ones (>1800 watts) that need special venting...
for those of you that have the sharp model, here is a link to the owners manual online...
http://www.sharpusa.com/files/mic_man_R820B.pdf
installation is on page 3 if you're interested...
as for the white smoke...
that
could be from the wall fuzz but i'd expect it 2 be associated with the smell...
of plastic burning....
microwaving with paper plates is ok but using them in convection mode will burn paper...
so too, the
combo settings that include a 'browning' stage using the convection mode...
i forgot about this once...
and had white smoke too!
cheers
2air'