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

1¹⁄₄" (3.0 cm) drill bit

¹⁄₈" (3.0 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

Saber or keyhole saw

Metal snips

Parts supplied

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

2 - 3.5 x 9.5 mm screws

3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular vent damper

T-10 Torx®† adapter

4 - 4.5 x 13 mm mounting screws

Parts needed

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 left 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.

These range hoods are factory set for vented installations.

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

3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular metal vent system

Wall or roof cap with damper to match vent system

1

- 75W max, 120V incandescent light bulb

3

- UL listed wire connectors

⁷⁄₈" (2.2 cm)

6⁹⁄₁₆" (16.7 cm)

Vent clamps/duct tape as required

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)

4¹⁵⁄₁₆"

⁷⁄₈"

12.5 cm)

(2.2 cm)

29¹⁵⁄₁₆" (76.0 cm) or

35¹⁵⁄₁₆" (91.0 cm)

1" (2.5 cm)

9" (22.9 cm)

1¹⁄₂"

(3.8 cm) 18⁵⁄₈"

(47.3 cm)

†®TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.

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Whirlpool UXT3036AY, UXT3030AY installation instructions Installation Requirements, Tools and Parts, Location Requirements

UXT3036AY, UXT3030AY specifications

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