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Are there any problems with mounting microwaves above kitchen sinks?

asked by jerome (10)

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Placement of electronic appliances in close proximity to water is generally unwise. It is usually standard - and more convenient - to mount a microwave over your range or cooktop.

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No, there are no risks to that arrangement. The danger is if metal is actually inside of the running microwave.

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Yes, but not because it is a microwave. Any electrical appliance under or around your sink should be on a ground fault interrupter. Water plus electricity may yield electrocution.

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Put some distance between the sink and the mircowave and it should be okay. People have their microwave over their stove. Cooking on the stove produces steam with little problems.

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No, however, you would probably need to plug it in to a GFI outlet, as most areas would require this as part of their building codes.

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posted by Bob71 (21)
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