Next position the mounting plate so it s level with the bottom of the cabinet and drill holes over the studs and a hole for the power cord.
													
																	How do i mount a microwave on the wall. 
									
	
		
	
																	If you re planning to set up a microwave in a family room or bonus room that doesn t have upper cabinets consider mounting it on a wall. 
																	If the microwave is too high reaching and seeing in will be difficult for many users. 
																	Microwave and hood fan combos do double duty to save space in a compact kitchen. 
																	And while many bloggers will advise you to install a microwave in your kitchen cabinets we strongly advise against it. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	If installed into a cabinet these vents will be blocked and unable to release steam from the microwave. 
																	A wire rack holder or even a towel. 
																	It also replaces a sculptural range hood for a somewhat less elegant look and typically is not as effective at venting. 
																	A microwave oven designed exclusively for a kitchen countertop has vents that are built into the back of microwave. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Moving a counter top microwave oven to a mount in your kitchen frees counter space giving you more room for kitchen work. 
																	Step 5 plug the microwave in and use the zip tie to secure any extra cord. 
																	Mounting a microwave oven without a cabinet above. 
																	Re install the microwave into the bracket per manufacturer instructions.