[C320-list] Microwave Solution Found

[Rich D]

Update on Temp Testing:

Inserted a Type K thermocouple about 1/4 inch into the left front corner of
the housing through the vent.  Ambient temp was 84 degrees.  After 3
minutes on high with 2 cups of water, temp rose to 100.10 degrees F.  8
minutes to cool back down.

Next, 6 minutes on high with 2 cups of cold water, case temp rose to 128.7
degrees F.  Right side in front was warm and top of unit was warm to the
touch.

After cooling for 5 mintues, pulled the unit 1/2 way out of the cabinet,
allowing a significant increase in air circulation.  6 minutes on high with
2 cups of cold water.  Case temp rose to 125 degrees F.  This was only a
few degrees cooler than with the unit fully in the cabinet.

Also, inside was the hottest area on the right side.  The unit cooled
quickly with the door open.

I would not leave the unit running for extended periods, but am comfortable
that it is not overheating due to lack of circulation. Also, inspecting the
bottom of the unit again, there are a few places in the front, bottom where
some additional holes could add more ventilation.

Rich

On Thu, Aug 24, 2017 at 8:34 AM, Mike Rauh <RaceAnnouncer at verizon.net>
wrote:

> Rich,
>
> I read your post loud and clear.
>
> Thanks for the info.
>
> Mike
> On Your Mark
> 1997   #408
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 22, 2017, at 3:39 PM, Rich D <rich.catalina320 at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Greetings,
> >
> > After reading several posts and spending many hours searching for a
> > replacement microwave that fits without boat modifications, I finally
> found
> > a good solution.  Pictures posted on Catalina320, members album Stella
> > Maris.  Model is Danby DMW077BLSDD.  Two plastic feet in the front need
> to
> > be removed.  Rear feet are pressed sheet metal, drill hole and gently tap
> > in with hammer to flush.  There is one small screw that needs to be cut
> off
> > that would protrude below the modified bottom.  Fits perfectly in my 04.
> > Plenty of clearance under unit for ventilation.  Hope this helps.
> >
> > Also, first post to list. Did this come through OK?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Rich
>