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21: Microwave Oven Placement

Recommended:
Locate the microwave oven after considering the user’s height and abilities. The ideal location for the bottom of the microwave is 3” below the principle user’s shoulder but no more than 54” above the floor.

If the microwave oven is placed below the countertop the oven bottom must be at least 15” off the finished floor.

Code Requirement:
State or local codes may apply.


Access Standard

Recommended:
Locate the microwave controls below 48.”

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