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Replace MWD Microwave Drawer with MD Drawer Microwave

Topics:

  • What MD Series Drawer Microwave replaces an MWD Series Microwave Drawer?
  • Is the MD Series Drawer Microwave a compatible replacement for an MWD Series Microwave Drawer?
  • Installation differences between the MD and the MWD
  • What changes have to be made from MWD Series Microwave Drawer to MD Series Drawer Microwave?
  • What are the differences in opening depth, width, and height for the MD versus the MWD?
  • What is the best cosmetic match when replacing an MWD with an MD?

Answer:

Refer to the following chart for compatible MD Microwave Drawer Models.

MWD Series Microwave DrawerMD Series Microwave Drawer
MWD24-2U/SMD24TE/S
MWD30-2U/SMD30TE/S
MWD30-2F/SMD30PE/S

Refer to the following charts for compatible replacement microwave options in regards to their "cosmetic" appearance.

  • IMPORTANT: The following chart is in regards "cosmetic" appearance compatibility only and does not take into consideration differences in installation requirements, interior or exterior dimensions, or interior capacity.
  • NOTE: The new product may require a filler due to the smaller opening requirements; the interior capacity and dimensions are the same for both old and new products.

The MD Series Drawer Microwave requires a separate air deflector (A.K.A. flush inset trim/vent) not included with the unit when installing in a flush inset application. Refer to Drawer Microwave Flush Inset Air Deflector for additional information.

Install Differences for 24" Wide Units:

Opening DepthOpening WidthOpening Height
Standard Install
  • No change needed
  • MD24 = 22"
  • MWD24 = 23-1/2"
  • No change needed
  • 22-1/8"
  • No change needed
  • 14-3/4"
Flush Inset Install
  • No change needed
  • MD24 = 23-1/4"
  • MWD24 = 24-3/4"
  • Cleat backset = 1-1/4"
  • Change (-1/2")
  • MD24 = 23-7/8"
  • MWD24 = 24-3/8"
  • Side cleats = change from 1-1/8" to 7/8" (-1/4" each side)
  • Change (+3/16")
  • MD24 = 15-15/16"
  • MWD24 = 15-3/4"
  • Top cleat = change from 5/8" to 7/16" (-3/16")
  • Bottom platform = change from 3/8" to 3/4" (+3/8")

Install Differences for 30" Wide Units:

Opening DepthOpening WidthOpening Height
Standard Install
  • No change needed
  • MD30 = 22"
  • MWD30 = 23-1/2"
  • Change (-6 3/8")
  • MD30 = 22-1/8"
  • MWD30 = 28-1/2"
  • No change needed
  • 14-3/4"
Flush Inset Install
  • No change needed
  • MD30 = 23-1/4"
  • MWD30 = 24-3/4"
  • Cleat backset = 1-1/4"
  • Change (-1/4")
  • MD30 = 30-1/8"
  • MWD30 = 30-3/8"
  • Side cleats = change from 1" to 4" (+3" each side)
  • Change (+3/16")
  • MD30 = 15-15/16"
  • MWD30 = 15-3/4"
  • Top cleat = change from 5/8" to 7/16" (-3/16")
  • Bottom platform = change from 3/8" to 3/4" (+3/8")

Electrical supply requirements remain the same: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 15 amp circuit.

  • Dependent on location of the original electrical supply outlet, it may or may not need to be moved to accommodate the new unit.
  • A 4' power cord with grounded plug remains the same

Refer to the Wolf Design Guide for additional design specifications.

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