Whirlpool RH3736 Before you start, Parts supplied, Tools and materials needed for installation

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Before you start...

Your safety and the safety of

others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill

or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING”. These words mean:

DANGER

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

WARNING

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

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with the clearances specified.

Check the location where the range hood will be installed. The location should be away from strong draft areas, such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents.

Mobile home installation

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.

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WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable Codes and Standards, including Fire Rated Construction. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s guideline and safety standards such as those published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.

When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.

This unit must be grounded.

This hood is factory set for vented installations. For non-vented installations, purchase Filter Kit No. 883093 (includes Filter/Light Lens No. 883149 and Charcoal Filter Pads No. 883151) from your dealer.

Tools and materials needed for installation:

• flat blade

1-1/4" (3.0 cm)

screwdriver

drill bit

• pliers

• 1/8" (or 3 mm) drill

• drill

bit for pilot holes

• ruler

• pencil

For vented installations, you also need:

• compass or 8"

• duct tape

(20.3 cm) circle

• 7" (17.8 cm) round

template

damper if using

• metal snips

7" (17.8 cm) round

• keyhole saw

vent system

• saber saw

 

Cabinets with recessed bottoms:

2, 2" (5.8 cm) wide filler strips. Length and thickness determined by recess dimensions.

4 flat head wood screws or machine screws with washers and nuts to attach filler strips.

Parts supplied:

filter with built-in light lens

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) damper/vent connector

parts bag

Electrical requirements

Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

It is the customer’s responsibility:

To contact a qualified electrical installer.

To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

— latest edition*, or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No.0-M91 - latest edition** and all local codes and ordinances.

A separate ground wire must be used. It is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, fused electrical system is required. A separate 15-amp circuit is recommended.

Do not ground to a gas pipe.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure range hood is properly grounded.

Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

IMPORTANT:

Save Installation Instructions for electrical inspector’s use.

The range hood must be connected with copper wire only.

The range hood should be connected directly to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) box through flexible armored or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable. A U.L.- or C.S.A.-listed strain relief must be provided at each end of the power supply cable. Wire sizes (COPPER WIRE ONLY) and connections must conform with the rating of the appliance as specified on the model/serial rating plate.

Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of the National

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Contents Table of Contents Quick ReferenceBefore you start Tools and materials needed for installationMobile home installation Parts suppliedVertical roof venting Product dimensionsVenting requirements Recommended vent lengthRecommended standard fittings Now start4 x 10 8.3 x 25.4 cm vent system Cm vent system4 x 10 8.3 x 25.4 cm Prepare and install the hoodFor vented installations, go to a Vent systemMake electrical connection Direct wiringFollow Power Cord Kit instructions for connecting wiring For non-ventedCare of range hood Use and Care InformationOperation Operating the fanExterior surfaces To reinstall filter/light lensCare of blower motor LightRequesting Assistance or Service Our consultants provide assistance withIf you need service Listed in Check OperationSérie RH3730 Série RH3736 Consultation rapideTable des matières Avant de Commencer Outillage et matériel nécessaires pour l’installationInstallation dans une résidence mobile Dimensions du produit Le système doit décharger l’air à l’extérieurPréparation de l’emplacement de l’installation Longueur recommandée du circuit d’évacuation17,8 cm 7 po Préparation et installation de la hotteConduit d’évacuation X 25,4 cm 3 1/4 x 10 poRaccordement au réseau électrique Utilisation et entretien Commande du ventilateurCommande d’éclairage Entretien de la hotteSurfaces externes Réinstallation de l’ensemble filtre/diffuseurEntretien du moteur du ventilateur LampeSi vous avez besoin de pièces de rechange Demande d’assistance ou de serviceSi vous avez besoin d’assistance ou de service aux É.-U Pour plus d’assistance« Dépannage » Si vous avez besoin d’assistance ou de service au CanadaSi vous avez besoin de service

RH3736 specifications

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