INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

ToolsandParts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Tools needed

Level

Drill

1¼" (3 cm) drill bit

³⁄₃₂" (2.4 mm) drill bit

¹⁄₈" (3 mm) drill bit

Pencil

Wire stripper or utility knife

Tape measure or ruler

Pliers

Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound

Vent clamps

Jigsaw or keyhole saw

Flat-blade screwdriver

Metal snips

Phillips screwdriver

Scissors

Parts needed

Home power supply cable

1 - ½" (12.7 mm) UL listed or CSA approved strain relief

2 UL listed wire connectors

For vented installations, you will also need:

1 wall or roof cap

Metal vent system

For non-vented (recirculating) installations, you will also need:

Recirculation Kit Part Number W10271501 for non-vented (recirculating) installations only. See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

Parts supplied

Remove parts from packages. Check that all parts are included.

2 metal grease filters for 30" (76.2 cm) models

3 metal grease filters for 36" (91.4 cm) models

6 - flat head screws

2 - chimney mounting brackets

6 - #10 Phillips head mounting screws

Upper chimney cover

Lower chimney cover

Damper

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Have a qualified technician install the range hood. 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 of the range hood.

Canopy 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.

Grounded electrical outlet is required. See “Electrical Requirements” section.

The canopy range hood is factory set for venting through the roof or through the wall. For non-vented (recirculating) Installation see “Non-vented (recirculating) Installations” in “Prepare Location” section. Recirculation Kit Part Number W10271501 is available from your dealer or an authorized parts distributor.

All openings in ceiling and wall where canopy 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

Vented Installations

 

11¹³⁄₁₆"

 

 

 

(30.0 cm)

 

 

10¼"

 

 

 

 

(26. 0 cm)

 

 

 

 

Upper

 

 

 

 

 

 

25⁵⁄₈"(65.1 cm)

chimney

 

 

min.

 

 

 

 

 

37¼" (94.6 cm)

 

 

 

max.

 

21¼"

overall chimney

 

height

Lower

(54.0 cm)

 

 

chimney

4¾"

(12.1 cm)

19¼"

(48.9 cm)

30" (76.2 cm) model: 29¹⁵⁄₁₆"(76.0 cm)

36" (91.4 cm) model: 35³⁄₈"(89.9 cm)

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KitchenAid W10268948C installation instructions Installation Requirements, ToolsandParts, Location Requirements

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