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IMPORTANT: Custom Series Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with homeowner. Range Hood Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for future reference. Save: Installation Instructions for electrical inspector’s use. Part No. 626788/883345 Rev. A Before you start... Product Your safety and the safety of others dimensions is very important. We have provided many important safety 24” model: 23-7/U messages in this manual and on your appliance. 30” model: 29-7/B” Always read and obey all safety messages. 36” model: 35-718” This is the safety alert symbol. / ! This symbol alerts you to hazards that q can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or “WARNING”. These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

You w be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. back v&t (RH2300 series only) Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Proper installation is your responsibility. Make RH2000 and RH2300 series vent hoods can be used for vented sure you have everything necessary for installations only. correct installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with the clearances RH2600 series vent hoods can be specified. used for non-vented Check the location where the range hood (recirculating) installations only. will be installed. The location should be away from strong draft areas, such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents. WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or A n A 115-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, fused electrical shock do not use this fan with any electrical supply is required. The total solid-state speed control device. ampere load used, including the range hood, must not exceed 90% of the rated WARNING -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, and mate&Is capacity of the circuit. The ampere rating ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, needed for of the range hood is located on the OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: model/serial rating plate located on the Use this unit only in the manner intended by installation: side cover of the motor housing. the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. Before servicing or l l- l/4” bit . or 7” cleaning unit, switch power off at service circle template l pencil panel and lock switch power off at service l pliers 9 ruler w The range hood must be panel and lock service panel to prevent l level l caulking gun B connected with copper wire only. power from being switched on accidentally. . Phillips screwdriver l saber When the service disconnecting means l metal snips l keyhole saw cannot be locked, securely fasten a l drill . duct tape prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel Mobile home installation w n The range hood should be CAUTION: For general ventilating use only. Do The installation of this range hood must connected directly to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) box through flexible not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive conform to the Manufactured Home materials and vapors. Construction Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR, armored or nonmetallic sheathed copper Part 328 (formerly the Federal Standard for cable. A U.L.-listed strain relief must be WARNING -TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title provided at each end of the power supply RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE: 24, HUD, Part 280) or when such standard is cable. Wire sizes (COPPER WIRE ONLY) and connections must conform with the rating Keep fan, filters and grease-laden surfaces not applicable, the Standard for clean. Manufactured Home Installation 1982 of the appliance as specified on the (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities model/serial rating plate. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high and Setups) ANSI A225 1/NFPA 501 A, or Wire sizes must conform to the requirements heat. latest edition, or with local codes. of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA Use high range settings on range only when To connect to four-wire power supply, the 70 - latest edition*, and all local codes necessary. Heat oil slowly on low to medium appliance wiring must be revised. See and ordinances. setting. Electrical requirements. Don’t leave range unattended when Copies of standards listed may be obtained from: cooking. ’ National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Always use cookware and utensils Quincy, Massachusetts 02269 WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, appropriate for the type and amount of food Electrical OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: being prepared. Installation work and electrical wiring must WARNING - TO REDUCE TH RISK OF INJURY requirements be done by qualified person(s) in TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP accordance with all applicable Codes and GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: Important: Observe all governing codes Standards, including Fire Rated and ordinances. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, Construction. The combustion airflow cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the It is the customer’s responsibility: needed for safe operation of fuel-burning burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the To contact a qualified electrical equipment may be affected by this unit’s flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE installer. operation. Follow the heating equipment AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. manufacturer’s guideline and safety To assure that the electrical standards such as those published by the NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN -You may installation is adequate and in National Fire Protection Association be burned. conformance with National Electrical (NFPA),and the American Society of DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths Code, ANSVNFPA 70 - latest edition*, Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning or towels - a violent steam explosion will and all local codes and ordinances. Engineers (ASHRAE). and the local code result. Use an extinguisher ONLY if: If codes permit and a separate ground wire authorities. is used, it is recommended that a qualified You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, When cutting or into wall or ceiling, and you already know how to operate it. electrician determine that the ground path do not damage electrical wiring and other is adequate. hidden utilities. The fire is small and contained in the area Do not ground to a gas pipe. where it is started. Ducted fans must always be vented to the Check with a qualified electrician if you are outdoors. The fire department is being called. not sure range hood is properly grounded. WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, use You can fight the fire with your back to an Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground exit. circuit. only metal ductwork. Panel A Venting requirements Horizontal wall venting Now start... Vented models only With range hood in kitchen. Non-vented models cannot be converted to vent. Slide cardboard or under range Venting system must terminate to the before moving range across floor to prevent outside. 3-l/4” x 10” damaging floor covering. through the wail Do not terminate the duct in an attic or Cover countertop, cooktop or set-in range other enclosed space. wail cap with a thick, protective covering to prevent damaging countertop. Do not use four-inch laundry-type wall caps. 4 24!l 4 Do not use plastic duct. 1 W Disconnect and move freestanding range from cabinet opening to provide Duct needed for installation is not included. easier access to upper cabinet and rear Backdraft damper supplied with product wall. Put a thick, protective covering over must be used. If roof or wall cap has a cooktop, set-in range or countertop to damper, do not use damper supplied with protect from damage or dirt. hood. Use metal duct only. Rigid metal duct is recommended. Determine which outside venting method 2 W If your range hood is a vented-only you need to use. Figure 3 model, determine which venting method (roof or wall venting) you need to use. The length of the duct and number of elbows should be kept to a minimum to roof cao provide efficient performance. The size of If your range hood is a non-vented- the duct should be uniform. Do Not install (recirculating) only model, go to Step 3a, two elbows together. Use duct tape to seal Panel D. all joints in the duct system. Duct can terminate either through the roof or wall. 7” min. diameter Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof round duct opening around exhaust hood. For the most eibows~--~--i-~i:::i.~ efficient and quiet operation, it is recommended that the range hood be vented vertically through the roof using 7” 3-l/4” x 10” to round duct transition round duct. Figures l-4 show common venting methods Figure 4 and what types of materials are needed. To install a Recommended duct length vented-only model Vertical roof venting Use 3-l /4” x lo” or 7” duct with a maximum length of 26 feet for duct system. For best roof cap fnstalation: , / performance, use no more than three 90” 7” round vent elbows. To calculate the length of system you need, add the equivalent feet for each duct piece used in the system. See the following examples. 3- l/4” x lo” duct system 3-l 14” x 10”

knockGuts eibow ~~KiI13e~ \ I 66” d \‘p7”’ --. .: 2 h. 1 - 90” elbow = 5 ft. 1 8 feet straight = 8 ft. knockouts 1 - wall cap = 0 ft. W Remove knockout from the wirina Length of 3-l/4” x L opening (top or rear) to be used. - lo” system =13 ft. For rectangular venting, remove only the 3-l /4” x lo” rectangular opening knockout Figure 1 1 Recommended standard fittings for the venting method (roof or wall) you have selected.

Vertical roof venting roof cap / terminal 3-114” x 10” 90” 3-l/4” x 10” fiat 3-l/4” x 10” wail box elbow = 5 ft. elbow = 12 ft. cap = 0 ft. cover

3-l/4” x lo” 7” duct system through the roof 9VeibMF6ft.-q,FP i+Q, ‘3-l/4” x lo” damper 4 W Remove terminal box cover from t r range hood. 66” LMaximum length = 26 feet 1 - transition = 4.5 ft. 3-l/i’x lo” 2 - 90” elbows =lO ft. to 7” 1 - wall cap = 0 ft. transition 8 feet straight = 8 ft. Excessive Weight Hazard Length of 7” system = 22.5 ft. Use two or more people to move and Figure 2 install range hood. Recommended standard fittings Failure to follow this instruction can result in back or other injury.

keyhole slot front of hood 3-114” x 10” to 7” 90” elbow = 5 ft. 90” elbow = 5 ft. I /

w 45” elbow = 2.5 ft. 7” wail cap = 0 ft. 5 W Lift the ranae hood into final position and center. Mark on the underside of cabinet the location of the four keyhole mounting slots. Set range hood aside on a protected surface.

Panel B \,I‘I ,I’1I’, J,“11 centerline,

W Determine and clearly mark a vertical centerline on the woli and cabinet in the area the vent opening will be mode.

cabinet Mark 5-l/8” and 5-7/a” in from bock wall along the centerline on underside of cabinet. Use these points as centers to draw 7-l /8” circles on underside of cabinet. Use a sober saw to cut the openings for the fromWwaii (not cabinet ductwork. Repeat for the underside of the frame) top of the cabinet. This will create slotted I openings. t

centerline 7. To wire through fop, mark o line 7-l /2” from the right of the centerline on the underside of the cabinet. Mark the point on this line that is l-3/8” from bock wall. Drill a l-l /4” diameter hole through the cabinet at this point.

5-l/h” 5-114”

l from wail, not l from wail, not centerline cabinet frame cabinet frame I \ To wire through rear, mark a line 7-l /2” from \ the right of the centerline on the wall. Mark To make a 4” x I 0.-l/2” rectangle on the To transition from a 3- l/4” x 10” rectangular the point on this line that is 64-5/a” from the underside of cabinet top and bottom: duct to a 7” round duct and vent through floor (or l-3/8” from underside of cabinet). a. Mark lines 1” and 5” from the bock wall the roof - Drill a l-l /4” diameter hole through wall at on the centerline of the underside of Start by making a 4” x 1O-l /2” rectangle on this point. cabinet. the underside of cabinet bottom: b. Mark lines 5-l /4” to the right and left of a. Mark lines 1” and 5” from the bock wall the centerline on the underside of on the centerline of the underside of cabinet. cabinet. c. Use sober and keyhole sows to cut a Now, make a 7-l /8” x 7-5/a” slot on the rectangular opening for duct. underside of the cabinet top: d. Repeat steps a-c for the underside of b. Mark lines 5-l /4” to the right and left of the top of the cabinet. the centerline on the underside of cabinet. If venting through the wall with 3- l/4” x 10” c. Use sober and keyhole sows to cut a rectangular duct - rectangular opening for duct. To make a 4” x 10-l /2” rectangle in the wall: a. Measure from floor 65-7/a” and 62-3/8” (or l/8” and 3-5/8” down from underside of cabinet) and mark on the centerline on the bock wall. i, b. Mark lines 5-l /4” to the right and left of the centerline on the underside of cabinet. 1 c. Use sober and keyhole sows to cut Q cabinet rectangular opening for duct. cutouts k,

d. Mark lines 4-l /2” and 5” from the bock wall on the centerline on the underside of the top of cabinet. e. Draw two 7-l /8” circles using the marks mode in step d as center points. f. Use sober and keyhole sows to cut a slotted (oval) opening to make installing 7” round duct easier. Panel C 9 n Install duct throuah the vent opening in upper cabinet or wall. Complete venting system according to method needed. See “Venting requirements.” Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof opening.

Numbers corresoond 10VW If roof or wall cap does not to steyjs. have a damper, attach rectangular damper supplied with hood to selected rectangular vent opening. If damper is attached to back of range hood, be sure damper hinge is toward the top. If roof or wall cap does not have a damper To install a non-vented and round duct is used, install damper (supplied with hood) in duct to prevent air (recirculating-only) - from flowing back into duct. If roof or wall cap has a damper, Do not model: use damper blade supplied with range hood. I H Remove knockout from the I from wall, 3a (not I wiring opening (rear or top) to be used. cabinet The range hood cabinet may have venting I frame) 11 n Run wirina throuah wall or I cabinets according t&-the N%ional knockouts. Do not remove these venting Electrical Code and local codes and knockouts. The model cannot be vented. ordinances. Do not turn on power until centerline installation is complete. Use caulking to seal ceiling or outside wall opening. 7a ~TO wire through top, mark a line keyhole slot front of hood 7-l /2” from the riaht of the centerline on terminal the underside ofThe cabinet. Mark the box Check that screw is in point on this line that is l-3/8” from the back narrow neck of slot. wall. Drill a l-l /4” diameter hole through cabinet at this point. m screw H Start screws in the center of I 12 I the narrow neck of each of the four keyhole mounting screw slots marked on the cabinet bottom. 0 J H Remove terminal box cover on .___.-,-.-. 5 range hood. di “r I, 1-W 13 W Lift range hood into final position, feeding electrical wire through ! 7-lfl’ &I-5/8” I wiring opening. Tighten mounting screws to 00 floor) i \I, cabinet, making sure mounting screws are I in narrow neck of slots. Excessive Weight Hazard 4 I Use two or more people to move and install range hood. + centerlineI Failure to follow this instruction can To wire through rear, mark a line 7-l /2” from result in back or other injury. the right of the centerline on the wall. Mark the point on this line that is &l-5/8” from the front oi hood floor (or l-3/8” from underside of cabinet). Drill a l-l /4” diameter hole through wall at keyhole slot this point. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before making electrical connections. 8a n Run wirina throuah wall or Connect ground wire to green ground cabinets according to’ the N$ional screw in terminal box. Electrical Code and local codes and Failure to do so can result in death or ordinances. Do not turn on power until electrical shock. Sa W Lift range hood into final installation is complete. Use caulking to position and center. Mark on underside of seal ceiling or outside wall opening. cabinet the location for the four keyhole mounting slots. Set range hood aside on a protected surface. keyhole slot front of hood

Check that screw is in narrow neck of slot. m screw 9a H Start screws in the center of the narrow neck of each of the four keyhole mounting screw slots marked on the cabinet bottom. 1 I Connect the white and black wires of the power supply cable to the white and black leads in the range hood with twist-on connectors. centerline Connect the power supply ground wire to IOa W Lift range hood into final the green ground screw inside the range position, feeding electric%1 wire through hood terminal box. n Determine and clearly mark a wiring opening. Tighten mounting screws to 6a cabinet, making sure mounting screws are Use caulking to seal wire opening. vertical centerline in the cabinet opening. Replace terminal box cover. in narrow neck of slots. Panel D Use & Care If range hood Information does not operate... Check that the circuit breaker is not IOPERATION OF RANGE HOOD tripped or the house fuse blown.

For best results, turn range hood fan on at Electrical Shock Hazard beginning of cooking and allow it to run Disconnect power before making until all smoke and odors are removed from electrical connections. room. Connect ground wire to green ground To operate fan: If you need screw in terminal box. Press fan control to turn fan on and off and assistance... Failure to do so can result in death or adjust fan speed. Speed may be increased Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance electrical shock. or decreased anytime during range hood operation. Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A. 1-800-253-l 301 To operate light: and talk with one of our trained Press light control to turn light on or off. Light consultants. The consultant can instruct you may be turned to off or on anytime during in how to obtain satisfactory operation from range hood operation. your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. If you prefer, write to: ground Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 North M-63 , , a Benton Harbor, Ml 49022-2692 Please include a daytime phone number in n Connect the white and your correspondence. black wires of the power supply cable to the white and black leads in the range hood with twist-on connectors. Connect the power supply ground wire to the green ground screw inside the range 1 CARE OF RANGE HOOD1 hood terminal box. I I Use caulking to seal wire opening. If you need service... Replace terminal box cover. Filter/light lens For best results, remove and clean often. Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized Whirlpool service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to II 1 fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see ‘If you need assistance”).,.. or look- in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under: . APPLIANCE-HOUSEHOLD- MAJOR, To remove filter/light lens: SERVICE & REPAIR Pull firmly on filter tab to remove filter/light - See: Whirlpool Appliances or lens from range hood. Authorized Whirlpool Service To clean filter/light lens: (Example: XYZ Service Co.) Place filter/light lens in dishwasher or hot . WASHING MACHINES & DRYERS, SERVICE & sudsy water to clean. REPAIR Non-vented (recirculating) only models: - See: Whirlpool Appliances or Check filter periodically. It should be Authorized Whirlpool Service replaced when it appears saturated or (Example: XYZ Service Co.) clogged. A new filter assembly, Part No. 883149, is available from your dealer. To reinstall filter/light lens: Place edge of filter/light lens in opening so that right side is above flange and tab faces downward. Press filter/light lens into position. If you need FSP@ Fan motor replacement parts... Every three years lubricate each motor FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool bearing with a few drops of oil to help Corporation for quality parts. Look for this prolong motor life. Clean exterior of motor symbol of quality whenever you need a with a damp cloth and grease-cutting replacement part for your WHIRLPOOL@ detergent. appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit Exterior surfaces right and work right, because they are Clean the range hood with a mild made to the same exacting specifications detergent and soft cloth. Do Not use used to build every new WHIRLPOOL cleansers or steel wool pads. appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your light area, refer to ‘If you need service” or call Do not use bulb larger than 60 watts in light the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center socket. number in ‘If you need assistance.” Light bulb is not included.

“When asking for help or service: Please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. This information will help us respond properly to your request.

Panel E Whirlpool” Range Hood Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULLONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP@replacement parts and repair labor to From date of purchase correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Any labor costs incidental to the replacement of defective parts. B. Consumable parts such as light bulbs and filters, C. Service calls to: 1, Correct the installation of the range hood. 2. Instruct you how to use the range hood. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. D. Repairs when range hood is used in other than normal, single-family household use. E. Pickup and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home. F. Damage to range hood caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, act of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Outside the United States, a different warranty may also apply. For details, please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

Part No. 626700f883345 Rev. A 0 1998 Whirlpool Corporation @ Registered Trademork/SM Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Printed in USA