How do you have ventilation with an over the range microwave?

Question

Where does the heat go?

Answer 1

Yes, I have a MW with vents to remove hot smelly or smokey air. There is a duct on top of my microwave that is attached to a vent that goes out the side of the house. The outside vent covers moves so when the MW is not on gravity keeps the vent closed--when I turn on the MW fan the air movement out blows the vent covers open.

Answer 2

Performance

1.6 cu. ft. capacity/950-watts easily accommodate all of your microwaving needs.

Variable Temperature Convection and Micro Convection make it possible to prepare oven-quality meals in the microwave.

Combination Roast brings microwave speed together with convection performance.

Auto Sensor and Auto Cook microwaving determines the correct cooking time and power levels for you.

Ten power levels allow you to adjust the microwave to meet a variety of cooking needs.

Sensor Reheat makes it easy to heat leftovers without losing flavor.

Auto Defrost takes the guesswork out of defrosting frozen food.

Soften/Melt and Snacks selections offer convenience and microwave favorites quickly and easily.

Control Panel

Two-line scrolling VFD display guides you through cooking options with ease.

Daylight savings adjustment eliminates the need to change the clock when the time changes.

Control setup options let you set weight (lbs./kg.) turn sound off, adjust clock and scroll speed.

Add 30 Seconds pad lets you set and start cooking with one touch and add time in 30-second increments.

More/Less pads enable you to quickly adjust cooking time in ten-second increments.

Child Lock prevents unwanted microwave use and aids in cleaning the control panel.

Kitchen Timer makes it convenient for you to use the microwave as an independent timer.
Exterior

Available in black, white or stainless steel with black accents.

Stainless steel handle on all colors complements other Jenn-Air® appliances.

Five-level built-in exterior exhaust system with automatic time set helps keep smoke and odors to a minimum.

Concealed auto closing vent system enhances the sleek design of the microwave.

Preset for recirculating ventilation that may be changed to outside ventilation.

Halogen work surface light with timer illuminates the area below the microwave.
Interior

Stainless steel interior provides an easy-to-clean surface and assists with heating and cooking food.

Glass turntable aids in even heating and may be turned off when using large, rectangular dishes.

Metal rack provides extra space for cooking multiple items at one time.

Automatic interior halogen light makes it easy to see food while it's cooking.

Dimensions :

Height: 16 15/16 "

Width: 29 7/8 "

Depth: 15 7/16 "

Electrical Requirements: 120 volt, 60 Hz., 15 amp.

Shipping Weight: 90 lbs

Shipping Method: UPS

Answer 3

They make counter top vents, that suck the air across the surface and down. Generally found on high priced kitchens. They are call downdraft vents because the pull the air "down"

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