OTR Microwave Flex Vent
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Carrie B
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Best Venting OTR Microwave???
Comments (11)Hey - I was in your shoes not long ago!! I didn't want a MW on the countertop, nor did I have anywhere else in my kitchen for a MW (i.e. no room in the pantry, etc.), and installing a MW drawer would have been a pain. So, I bought a Bosch dual-fuel range, and bought the coordinating OTR MW from Bosch. I know it's NOT the popular decision on this board, but I determined for our family, the OTR was the best choice. I have been pleased with it so far (it was just installed July 1st). My range top has 5 burners and I use the middle one most of all, and seldom use more than 2 burners at a time (and most of the time they are on med heat or below). I feel as if our OTR MW/vent is plenty sufficient for my cooking style. But I also don't fry much, well, really ever, beyond bacon or sausage, nor do I do much high-heat stir-frying. I cooked some bacon recently and afterwards had no issues with smells, etc. (which I did previous with the older, recirculating OTR MW the previous owners installed - when we installed this one, we vented it out - MAJOR difference). I had a toaster oven on the counter, which I used alot for cooking items for the kids. I have enjoyed the convection function of this MW, which means I got rid of the toaster oven...yeah, more free counter space! As far as CFM's, I could have sworn mine was rated for 400 CFM when I bought it earlier this summer, but now I see it's 385. Still, I think this OTR MW works well for our family's needs. Good luck. Here is a link that might be useful: Bosch 800 series OTR MW...See MoreQuestions about outside vented OTR microwave hood
Comments (2)Thanks! I noticed that the grille was greasy and when I removed it, the top filter obviously had been filtering. The fact that the holes on either side of the top filter had airflow and were completely open (there were no filters on them) made me think that something was wrong....See MorePlastic Vent Cap for Exterior OTR Microwave Exhaust?
Comments (2)Without looking up the codes, my understanding is that if it captures flammable lint, or captures flammable grease, it is supposed to be metal. kas...See MoreCan you vent an OTR microwave to a stairwell?
Comments (6)That’s not venting. That’s placing the yuck somewhere else in inside the envelope. And it’s not allowed. If you’re going to vent, it must exit the building. Straight up, through the roof, is always choice #1. If not actually venting, no need for ductwork....See Morelenzai
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