Whirlpool RH4300XL User's Manual
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1. CONVERTIBLE KITCHEN RANGE HOOD FOR 120 V OPERATION KITCHEN RANGE HOOD MODEL e Whirl ol FOR VENTLESS INSTALLATION RH4300XL USE DUCTLESS KIT RCH 4660 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Before you begin read the following instructions completely and carefully If followed they will simplify the installation job IMPORTANT OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES KNOCKOUT FOR 7 I5 8 CM AND ORDINANCES ROUND VENTING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE LOCAL e ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR S USE LOUVERED Your range hood has been designed to filter out smoke TOP VENT odors and grease which rise from the cooking surface COVER Before you begin the installation be sure that all parts and accessories are removed from carton For best results and a ease in the installation of this range hood read the instructions sheet tobecome familiar with the step by step io installation isha Ei 12 30 5 CM neg ee BACK VENT COVER REAR OF HOOD YOUR HOOD CAN BE INSTALLED VENTLESS WHERE AIR IS CIRCULATED BACK INTO THE ROOM THROUGH THE FILTER OR VENTED WHERE AIR IS TAKEN OUT OF YOUR KITCHEN DAMPER MOUNTING HOLES a 3 50 Z WIRING KNOCKOUTS For most efficient operation the top ot the hood should be FIG 1 approximately 66 inches 167 6 cm from the floor See Page j 2 for examples of typical ductwork installations Choose the best method for your installation TOOLS AND MATERIA2. LS REQUIRED Drill electric or ratchet drive with 1 4 wood bit to drill an access hole in the cabinet or kitchen wall for the electric power line One common head screwdriver to secure hood mounting screws to the cabinet and hood sheet metal parts Pliers for opening knockouts Pencil ruler and level for marking cabinet locations Saber saw or keyhole saw for cutting the wall or cabinet openings Caulking metal snips duct tape ducts with elbow and transition if necessary and wall cap or roof cap as required A626 122 RANR75 v Maos Pace 1 aoa For vented applications see Figures 3 4 and 5 Typical vented installations are shown for the 7 Round Vertical 3 x 10 Vertical and the 3 x 10 Horizontal Discharge respectively Choose the best method for your installation Mark locations on cabinet or wall for ventilating duct and electrical wiring from dimensions given in Figure 1 Cut holes at marked locations to accomodate ventilating duct and electrical wiring Allow 1 91 cm extra on ventilating opening toward the front of cabinet directly above the hood Be sure to minimize openings through outside walls or the ceiling These will have to be sealed later Run wire through wall or cabinets according to the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes DO NOT turn power on until installation is complete Remove screws holding junction box cover See Figure 7 Lift the hood
3. fire clean lint and grease from all hood surfaces interior and exterior Be sure to remove and clean air filter every three months 4 Do not saturate electrical connections switches and motors in water during cleaning Remember WATER AND ELECTRICITY DO NOT MIX 5 If any electrical malfunction becomes evident during use disconnect power to hood at your home fuse or breaker box 6 Topreventrisk of fire electric shock or injury be sure to disconnect power before cleaning or servicing PULL TAB TOWARD CENTER AND OUT TO REMOVE FILTER PRESS IN TOWARD CENTER AND OUT TO REMOVE LIGHT LENS CLEAN WITH WATER AND MILD DETERGENT If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these four steps I e Before calling for assistance Performance problems olten result from little things you can find and ix yourself without tools of any kind If nothing operates Have you checked the main luse or circuit breaker box 2 If you need assistance Call the Whiripooi COOL LINE service assistance telephone number Dial tree from Continental U S Michigan Alaska amp Hawaii 800 253 1301 800 632 2243 800 253 1121 and taik with one of our trained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area Page 4 3 If you need service lt gt Whirlpoo
4. into position and mark the hole locations on the cabinet for each of the four keyhole mouniing slots KEYHOLE SLOT IN CANOPY FIG 2 IN INSTALLATION PARTS BAG DAMPER LOCATE AS FAR FROM HOOD AS POSSIBLE 66 167 6 cm FIG 3 VERTICAL VENTING 7 ROUND Page 2 66 RAIN CAP 3G x10 DAMPER IF RAIN CAP HAS A DAMPER REMOVE 66 DAMPER BLADE 167 6 cm FROM HOOD FIG 4 VERTICAL VENTING 3 x10 RECTANGULAR 4 IF RAIN CAP HAS A DAMPER REMOVE DAMPER BLADE FROM HOOD FIG 5 HORIZONTAL VENTING 11 12 13 14 15 Remove the hood and start all four screws in the center of the narrow neck of the keynole slot marked on the cabinet bottom See Figure 2 Remove proper venting knockout If 7 17 8 cm round vertical venting entire top knockout including rectangular portion must be removed The best performance from your hood with most air taken from the kitchen and when the hood is most quiet comes when you top vent with 7 round duct pipe as shown in Figure 3 FOR RECTANGULAR VENTING There are predrilled holes on hood so you can attach damper to hood with small sheet metal screws included Install proper ductwork For round vented installations a round damper should be placed in the ductwork to prevent air infiltration Lift the hood into position simultaneously feeding the electrical wire through the knockout Tighten four mounting screw
5. l has a nation Whix ol wide network of franchised TECH CARE Service Companies TECH CARE service technicians are TECH CARE trained to fulfill the prodoct FRANCHISED SERVICE warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To jocate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOSEHOLD MAJOR SEAVICE amp REPAIRA ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOARA REPAIRING PARTS OR WHIRLPOOL AFPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SEAVICE SERVICE COMPANIES xY SERVICE CO 999 9999 OR 123 Maore 999 9999 WASHING MACHINES DAYEAS a IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES xYZ SERVICE CO 123 Mapie 399 9999 WHIRI POOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERWICE COMPANIES xYZ SERVICE CO 12 Maple 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance elepone number see Step 2 ana talk with one of our Consultants or it you prefer write to Mr Robert Stanley Division VP Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 US 33 North Benton Harbor MI 49022 If you must call or write please provide model number serial Number date of purchase and a complete description of the propiem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance
6. periodically To clean the filter should be soaked in hot water and detergent and thoroughly rinsed The aluminum filter can be cleaned ina dishwasher CHARCOAL FILTER This filter should be inspected periodically and when it becomes saturated should be replaced There are no effective means of reactivating charcoal filters LIGHTS Do not use bulb larger than 75 watts in light socket CARE OF FAN MOTOR Fan motor has life time sealed bearings that never need oiling under normal usage A few drops on each bearing after three years of heavy usage will prolong the motor life Clean motor with a damp cloth and grease cutting detergent when a heavy coating of grease has accumulated CARE OF EXTERIOR SURFACES Your range hood is a beautifully finished addition to your kitchen and requires only the care you give your range to preserve its lasting beauty Clean with a mild detergent to preserve finish DO NOT use abrasive cleaners For most effective removal of smoke and odors turn on fan at beginning of cooking operation and allow to run until smoke and odors are removed from room OPERATION AND CARE OF UNIT IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read and follow all instructions 2 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children 3 To avoid providing fuel for a grease pan
7. s to secure hood to cabinet Be sure the screw heads are in the narrow neck of the keyhole slot Complete electrical wiring in the junction box according to the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes NOTE This unit must be permanently grounded Replace junction box cover Seal holes around ventilating pipe and wiring passing through ceiling or outside wall with caulking or insulation to prevent heat loss Be sure that damper which is supplied with this model is properly installed See Figures 3 4 amp 5 FOR VENTLESS INSTALLATION 1 To convert your range hood to ventless remove the discharge grill shown n Figure 6 by pulling with fingers Remove the metal back seal from behind the louver Replace discharge grill and secure with plastic rivets by pushing with thumb Follow instructions under Vented Installations for wiring and mounting Omit ductwork preparations Install charcoal filter from ventless kit behind aluminum filter See Figure 7 LIGHT LENS Page 3 DISCHARGE GRILL NOTE A For round vertical venting remove the entire top knockout including the rectangular portion B For rectangular vertical venting remove the 3 4 x 10 rectangular knockout only JUNCTION BOX COVER FIG 7 CHARCOAL FILTER ALUMINUM FILTER CARE OF FILTERS ALUMINUM FILTER For greater efficiency the permanent type aluminum filter should be removed and cleaned
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