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atrerice's avatar
atrerice
Explorer
Jul 14, 2020

Replacing Microwave

The original Dometic microwave started malfunctioning towards the end of last season and now, the keypad is completely erratic when you push the buttons. Rather than purchase an RV type microwave with the trim pieces, I purchased a standard home tabletop microwave that fits the opening. Does anybody have any suggestions on how to fasten it down so it doesn't bounce around while underway?
  • travisc's avatar
    travisc
    Explorer
    Jul 15, 2020
    FPS all right angle brackets work too with sheet metal screws. You can get rv microwaves with kits pretty in expensive online.
  • CavemanCharlie's avatar
    CavemanCharlie
    Explorer III
    Jul 15, 2020
    schlep1967 wrote:
    I know many have done it and not had problems, but... check where the vents are on your new counter top microwave. Make sure you have proper ventilation for those vents.


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  • schlep1967's avatar
    schlep1967
    Nomad
    Jul 14, 2020
    I know many have done it and not had problems, but... check where the vents are on your new counter top microwave. Make sure you have proper ventilation for those vents.
  • whjco's avatar
    whjco
    Explorer
    Jul 14, 2020
    We had a Starcraft with a Dometic microwave that failed. I replaced it with an LG from Best Buy. I was able to adapt the mounts from the Dometic to work with the LG microwave and it fit like it was factory installed.
  • jdc1's avatar
    jdc1
    Explorer II
    Jul 14, 2020
    Velcro. You may have to silicone something under the bottom of the microwave to get enough flat surface, but, it'll work GREAT.
  • enblethen's avatar
    enblethen
    Nomad
    Jul 14, 2020
    Neighbor Microwave went bad. We were able to use trim from the old one.
    Perforated pipe strapping works. Nylon strapping from tie downs could be better to tighten more with a little stretch.
  • midnightsadie's avatar
    midnightsadie
    Explorer II
    Jul 14, 2020
    mine just sits in the hole ,has a little ledge out front about 1/2 tall. you could put just a dap of silacone under each ft. mines 12years old never moves.
  • guidry's avatar
    guidry
    Explorer
    Jul 14, 2020
    Look at something similar to earthquake water heater straps. Smaller situation but similar design. I replaced my original with one from Walmart under the cabinet and it worked fine. But since you opted for a table top version, you’ll have to screw down something to hold it. Good luck

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