Is it possible to put a TV on a microwave?

It is impossible to imagine a modern kitchen without electrical appliances, making life easier for a housewife: refrigerator, stove, microwave, multicooker and, of course, TV. But the dimensions of the kitchen spaces leave much to be desired, which results in an accumulation of household appliances, which is fraught with negative effects. A particularly controversial question is whether it is possible to put a TV on a microwave oven.

TV on microwave

A TV on a microwave is a fairly common occurrence in many small kitchens. In this case, the stove serves as a TV stand.

However, such a proximity of devices that create electromagnetic radiation is extremely undesirable in residential premises. Their direct contact is especially dangerous.

What to pay attention to

Such proximity of electrical appliances is possible, although undesirable, subject to certain conditions. So, you need to pay attention to:

• The degree of heating of the microwave oven body. When the TV stand comes into contact with a hot lid, it becomes hot and may melt. At the same time, there is a possibility of damage to the microcircuits;
• Opening the door.Clouds of steam escaping from the chamber in which food was cooked and heated can fall directly onto the screen, and there is a high probability of damage to the screen matrix;
• Vibrations. If the lower device is not securely fastened, vibrations may occur when the door is opened and closed, which can cause the TV to break and even fall;
• The presence of ventilation holes on the lid and sides of the microwave. Manufacturers usually recommend providing free space around the device for the ventilation system to function. Since if the ventilation holes are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and fail. Hot air comes out of these holes, so there should be no obstacles between the wall and the stove;
• TV model. Old models with a cathode ray tube are heavy and quite bulky; in modern plasma models, the weight is affected by the size of the diagonal.

Possible negative consequences

Most microwave manufacturers directly indicate in the operating instructions the need to place the microwave oven as far as possible from televisions and radios. Although modern stoves meet all the requirements for eliminating radio interference, some interference may still occur if the stove is located too close to the TV. It is recommended to place them as far apart as possible.

Attention! It is worth thinking not only about the mutual influence of nearby household appliances, but also about the harmful effects of electromagnetic radiation on the human body.

After all, each individual unit generates harmful radiation, and by installing several devices in a row, we only increase their impact.Which, in turn, in a limited kitchen space can affect the health of people who spend significant time there.

Tips for installing a TV on a microwave

If you still cannot avoid placing the TV next to a microwave oven, it is necessary to minimize the possibility of their simultaneous operation.

It is good if the microwave is not used for cooking, but exclusively for heating food.

Attention! Old generation TVs are not suitable for placement directly on the top panel of the microwave.

They are too massive and heavy, as a result of which the top cover of the stove can be pushed through and excessive leakage of microwave waves can occur.

It is advisable to hang TVs above the microwave and mount them using special brackets in the wall, or place them on a separate shelf. This arrangement will eliminate unpleasant situations and can prolong the operation of the equipment.

Many users unequivocally claim that they do not observe any side effects from the close proximity of electrical appliances. However, this only means that the negative consequences do not fully manifest themselves immediately. Therefore, if possible, it is recommended not to install the TV directly on the microwave.