Installation Examine Your Oven Unpack oven, remove alt packing material and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the doer. Notify dealer immediately If oven is damaged. DO NOT install if oven is damaged. Placement of Oven 1. The oven must be placed ona flat, stable surface. Place the front surface of the door 3 inches {7.6 cm) or more from the counter top edge to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use.