Whirlpool 30" (76.2 CM) User Manual

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed 
here.
Tools needed
Drill
1
¹⁄₄" (3 cm) drill bit
¹⁄₈" (3 mm) drill bit for pilot holes
Pencil
Wire stripper or utility knife
Tape measure or ruler
Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
Flat-blade screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
For vented installations, you also need:
Saber or keyhole saw
Compass or 6
¹⁄₄" (15.9 cm) circle template (if using a 3¼" x 
10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular vent to 6" (15.2 cm) round 
vent transition)
Vent clamps
Metal snips
Parts supplied
Remove parts from package. Check that all parts are included.
4 - #10 x 
⁵⁄₈" type A truss phil screws
Filter
3
¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent connector/damper
2 - #8B sheet metal screws
Parts needed
For direct wire installation
UL listed or CSA approved 
¹⁄₂" (12.5 mm) strain relief
75-watt max. incandescent light bulb
Power supply cable (if needed, for direct wire installation)
For power supply cord installation
UL Listed Power Supply Cord Connection Kit marked for 
range hood use.
75-watt max. incandescent light bulb
For vented installations, you also need:
3
¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) or 6" (15.2 cm) round metal venting
3
¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) to 6" (15.2 cm) vent transition piece 
if using 6" (15.2 cm) round venting.
For cabinets with recessed bottoms:
Two, 2" (5.1 cm) wide filler strips. Length and thickness 
determined by recess dimensions.
Four flat head wood screws or machine screws with washers 
and nuts (to attach filler strips).
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
It is the installer’s responsibility to comply with installation 
clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. The 
model/serial rating plate is located inside the range hood on 
the rear wall.
Range hood location should be away from strong draft areas, 
such as windows, doors and strong heating vents.
Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used. 
Given dimensions provide minimum clearance. Consult the 
cooktop/range manufacturer installation instructions before 
making any cutouts.
Grounded electrical outlet is required. See “Electrical 
Requirements” section.
All openings in ceiling and wall where range hood will be 
installed must be sealed.
For Mobile Home Installations
The installation of this range hood must conform to the 
Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards, Title 24 
CFR, Part 328 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home 
Construction and Safety, title 24, HUD, Part 280) or when such 
standard is not applicable, the standard for Manufactured Home 
Installation 1982 (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and 
Setups) ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A*, or latest edition, or with local 
codes.
Product Dimensions
¹⁄₂
"
(19.1  cm)
2"
(5.1  cm)
1
 
¹⁄₂
"
(3.8  cm)
1"
(2.5  cm)
¹⁄₂
"
(3.8  cm)
6"
9"
(22.9  cm)
12"
(30.5  cm)
³⁄₄
"
(1.9 cm)
³⁄₈
"
(9.5  mm)
17 
¹⁄₂
"
(44.5  cm)
23
⁷⁄₈
" (60.6 cm) - 24" (61.0 cm) model
29
⁷⁄₈
" (75.9 cm) - 30" (76.2 cm) model
35
⁷⁄₈
" (91.1 cm) - 36" (91.4 cm) model
(15.2 cm)