Whirlpool Slide-Out Range Hood Installation Requirements, Tools and Parts, Location Requirements

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

■Level

■Drill

■1¹⁄₄" drill bit

■³⁄₈" (8 mm) nut driver or ratchet

■Pencil

■Pliers

■Wire stripper or utility knife

■Tape measure or ruler

■Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound

■Phillips screwdriver

■Flat-blade screwdriver

■Saber or keyhole saw

■Vent clamps

■Metal snips

Parts needed

■Home power supply cable

■Two ¹⁄₂" (12.7 mm) UL listed or CSA approved strain reliefs

For vented installations, you will also needed:

■1 wall or roof cap

■Metal vent system

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

■Charcoal Filter Kit Part Number 883140. See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

Optional parts needed:

■Wood filler strips for cabinets with recessed bottoms. Length and thickness determined by recess dimensions. See “Prepare Location” section.

■Two, 1" x 1" x 5" (25.4 x 25.4 x 127 mm) wood pieces for cabinet floor. See “Prepare Location” section.

■Four, 1¹⁄₄" (31.8 mm) wood screws

Parts supplied

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

■2 screws

■Damper

■Plastic cover (used for customized front panel)

■Hardware package

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 behind the left filter on the rear wall of the range hood.

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 your cooktop/ range manufacturer installation instructions before making any cutouts.

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

The range hood is factory set for vented installations through the roof or wall. For non-vented (recirculating) installations see “Non- Vented (recirculating) Installation Through the Soffit/Cabinet” in the “Prepare Location” section. Charcoal Filter Kit Part Number 883140 is available from your dealer or an authorized parts distributor.

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.

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