KitchenAid KWCS100WSS, KWCS160WSS Dimension Guide
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
VENTING REQUIREMENTS
KWCS100W KWCS160W
Electrical: A 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp, fused
electrical circuit is required.
30" (76.2 cm) and 36" (91.4 cm) Wall-Mount Canopy Range Hood
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Ref. W10268949B
11/16/09
This canopy range hood is factory set for venting
through the roof or through the wall.
A 6" (15.2 cm) round vent system is needed for
installation (not included). The hood exhaust opening is
6" (15.2 cm) round.
NOTE: Flexible vent is not recommended. Flexible vent
creates back pressure and air turbulence that greatly
reduce performance.
Vent system can terminate either through the roof or
wall. To vent through a wall, a 90° elbow is needed.
Rear discharge
A 90° elbow may be installed immediately above the
hood.
For non-vented (recirculating) installations
If it is not possible to vent cooking fumes and vapors to
the outside, the hood can be used in the non-vented
(recirculating) installation by fitting the charcoal filters
and the diverter to the range hood. Fumes and vapors
are recycled through the vent slots in the lower chimney.
Calculating Vent System Length
To calculate the length of the system you need, add the
equivalent feet (meters) for each vent piece used in the
system.
Vent Piece 6" (15.2 cm) Round
45° elbow 2.5 ft
(0.8 m)
90° elbow 5.0 ft
(1.5 m)
Maximum equivalent vent length is 35 ft (10.7 m).
Example vent system
The following example falls within the maximum recommended vent length
of 35 ft (10.7 m).
1 - 90° elbow = 5.0 ft (1.5 m)
1 - wall cap = 0.0 ft (0.0 m)
8 ft (2.4 m) straight = 8.0 ft (2.4 m)
Length of system = 13.0 ft (3.9 m)
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. Recirculating Kit Part Number W10272172 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 REQUIREMENTS
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Non-vented (recirculating) Installations
For non-vented (recirculating) installations, a Recirculating Kit Part Number W10272172 is
required. See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
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Roof Venting Wall Venting Non-vented
A
B
B
(recirculating)
B
A
A
9¹³⁄₁₆" (24.9 cm)
7¹⁄₈" (18.1 cm)
A. Roof cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm)
round vent
A. Wall cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm)
round vent
A. Diverter
B. 6" (15.2 cm)
round vent
90 elbow
2 ft
(0.6 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
Wall
cap
10³⁄₄"
(27.3 cm)
A
18¹⁄₄" (46.4 cm)
1³⁄₈"
(3.5 cm)
19³⁄₄" (50.2 cm
30" (76.2 cm)
35³⁄₈" (89.9 cm)
A. Min. for vented installation - 29" (73.7 cm)
Min. for non-vented installation - 32½" (82.6 cm)
Max. 44½" (113.0 cm)
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Ref. W10268949B
11/16/09
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INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS
*NOTE: The range hood chimneys are adjustable and designed to meet
varying ceiling or soffit heights depending on the distance “X” between the
bottom of the range hood and the cooking surface. The chimney extension
replaces the upper chimney shipped with the range hood. See “Assistance or
Service” section to order.
IMPORTANT:
Minimum distance “X”: 24" (61.0 cm)
Suggested maximum distance “X”: 36" (91.4 cm)
The chimneys can be adjusted for ceilings between 7'5" (2.26 m) with
dimension “X” at 24" (61.0 cm) and 9' 8¹⁄₂" (2.96 m) with dimension “X” at 36"
(91.4 cm).
18" (45.7 cm) min.
clearance upper
cabinet to countertop
30" (76.2 cm) or 36" (91.4 cm)
cabinet opening width
(if installed between cabinets)
36" (91.4 cm)
countertop height
See Note*
X*
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