KitchenAid KWCU380WSS0 Installation Instruction

30" (76.2 CM), 36" (91.4 CM), 42" (106.7 CM)AND

48" (121.9 CM) COMMERCIAL STYLE

WALL-MOUNT CANOPY RANGE HOOD

Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230

or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com

In Canada, for assistance, installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777

or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.ca

HOTTE D'EXTRACTION À MONTAGE MURAL

DE STYLE COMMERCIAL DE 30" (76,2 CM),

36" (91,4 CM), 42" (106,7 CM) ET 48" (121,9 CM)

Instructions d’installation et Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service composez le 1-800-807-6777

ou visitez notre site web à www.kitchenaid.ca

Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto,
visite: www.kitchenaid.com.

Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Puede encontrar el número de modelo y de serie dentro de la cavidad superior de la
puerta.

Table of Contents/Table des matières.............................................................................2

IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY.
IMPORTANT : LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS.
POUR UTILISATION RÉSIDENTIELLE UNIQUEMENT.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

RANGE HOOD SAFETY .................................................................3

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................4

Tools and Parts ............................................................................4

Location Requirements................................................................5

Venting Requirements..................................................................6

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................7

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................8

Prepare Location..........................................................................8

Change Hood to Optional Rear Exhaust .....................................8

Install Range Hood.....................................................................10

Make Electrical Connection .......................................................10

Install Grease Filters...................................................................11

Check Operation ........................................................................11

RANGE HOOD USE......................................................................11

Range Hood Controls ................................................................11

RANGE HOOD CARE...................................................................12

Range Hood Lamps ...................................................................12

Cleaning......................................................................................12

WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................................................13

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................14

Accessories................................................................................14

WARRANTY ............................................................................... 15

SÉCURITÉ DE LA HOTTE DE CUISINIÈRE ...............................16

EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION...................................................18

Outillage et pièces......................................................................18

Exigences d'emplacement.........................................................18

Exigences concernant l'évacuation ...........................................19

Spécifications électriques ..........................................................20

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION.............................................21

Préparation de l'emplacement...................................................21

Modification de la hotte pour évacuation par

l'arrière facultative ......................................................................21

Installation de la hotte ................................................................23

Raccordement électrique...........................................................23

Installation des filtres à graisse..................................................24

Contrôle du fonctionnement ......................................................24

UTILISATION DE LA HOTTE .......................................................24

Commandes de la hotte de cuisinière .......................................24

ENTRETIEN DE LA HOTTE DE CUISINIÈRE .............................25

Lampes de la hotte de cuisinière...............................................25

Nettoyage ...................................................................................25

SCHÉMA DE CÂBLAGE...............................................................26

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................27

Accessoires ................................................................................27

GARANTIE.....................................................................................28

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RANGE HOOD SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You
instructions.

follow

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC

SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:

■ Use this unit only in the manner intended by the

manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer.

■ Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at

service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When
the service disconnecting means cannot be locked,
securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag,
to the service panel.

■ Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by

qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction.

■ Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and

exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the
heating equipment manufacturer's guideline and safety
standards such as those published by the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), the American Society for
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.

■ When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling; do not damage

electrical wiring and other utilities.

■ Ducted fans must always be vented outdoors.
CAUTION: For general ventilating use only. Do not use

to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

CAUTION: To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust

air, be sure to duct air outside - do not vent exhaust air into
spaces within walls or ceilings, attics or into crawl spaces,
or garages.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY

METAL DUCTWORK.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP

GREASE FIRE:

■ Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.

Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.

■ Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when

flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

■ Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be

allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

■ Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for

the size of the surface element.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO

PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE
FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

■ SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or

metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO
PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.

■ NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may be burned.

■ DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels -

a violent steam explosion will result.

■ Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

– You know you have a class ABC extinguisher, and you

already know how to operate it.

– The fire is small and contained in the area where it

started.
– The fire department is being called.
– You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

a

Based on "Kitchen Fire Safety Tips" published by NFPA.

■ WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,

do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control
device.

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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.

Too ls ne eded

■ Level

■ Drill

■ 1¼" (3 cm) drill bit

■ ¹⁄₈" (3 mm) drill bit if installing into wood and a ⁵⁄₁₆" (8 mm) drill

bit if installing optional backsplash kit.

■ Pencil

■ Wire stripper or utility knife

■ Tape measure or ruler

■ Pliers

■ Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound

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■ 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

■ 1 wall or roof cap

■ Metal vent system

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
3 metal grease filters for 42" (106.7 cm) models
4 metal grease filters for 48" (121.9 cm) models

■ 2 mounting brackets with adjustment screws installed

■ 2 mounting bracket screws

■ 4 washer head Phillips mounting screws

■ Damper

■ 2 dampers for 48" (121.9 cm) model.

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.

The canopy range hood is factory set for venting through the roof
or through the wall.

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

12" (30.5 cm)

30" (76.2 cm),
36" (91.4 cm),
42" (106.7 cm) or
48" (121.9 cm)

25" (63.5 cm)

Optional Full-Width Duct Cover Installations

12"

(30.5 cm)

12"

(30.5 cm)

18"

(45.7 cm)

Optional Telescopic Chimney Kit Installations

"

11

⁷⁄₁₆

(29.0 cm)

24 "

⁷⁄₈

(63.2 cm)

18" (45.7 cm)

12"- 23"

(30.5 cm - 58.4 cm)

12"
(30.5 cm)

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Installation Dimensions

18" (45.7 cm)

clearance upper

cabinet to countertop

min.

30" (76.2 cm), 36" (91.4 cm),

42" (106.7 cm) or 48" (121.9 cm)

cabinet opening width

(If installed between cabinets)

uct cover (if used)

D

Min. cabinet

opening width

Canopy

X

13" (33.0 cm)

■ The vent system must have a damper. If the roof or wall cap

has a damper, do not use the damper supplied with the range
hood.

■ Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof opening around the

cap.

■ The size of the vent should be uniform.

Cold weather installations

An additional back draft damper should be installed to minimize
backward cold air flow and a thermal break should be installed to
minimize conduction of outside temperatures as part of the vent
system. The damper should be on the cold air side of the thermal
break.

The break should be as close as possible to where the vent
system enters the heated portion of the house.

A B

Makeup air

Local building codes may require the use of make up air systems
when using ventilation systems greater than specified CFM of air
movement. The specified CFM varies from locale to locale.
Consult your HVAC professional for specific requirements in your
area.

Venting Methods

36" (91.4 cm)

countertop height

A. 84" (213.4 cm) minimum for

installations with canopy only.

B. 96" (243.8 cm) minimum for

installations with optional
duct cover or telescopic
chimney kit.

IMPORTANT:

Minimum distance “X”: 30" (76.2 cm)
Suggested maximum distance “X”: 36" (91.4 cm)

Venting Requirements

■ Vent system must terminate to the outdoors.

■ Do not terminate the vent system in an attic or other enclosed

area.

■ Do not use 4" (10.2 cm) laundry-type wall caps.

■ Use metal vent only. Rigid metal vent is recommended.

Plastic or metal foil vent is not recommended.

■ The length of vent system and number of elbows should be

kept to a minimum to provide efficient performance.

For the most efficient and quiet operation:

■ Use no more than three 90° elbows.

■ Make sure there is a minimum of 24" (61.0 cm) of straight

vent between the elbows if more than 1 elbow is used.

■ Do not install 2 elbows together.

■ Use clamps to seal all joints in the vent system.

A 6" (15.2 cm) round vent system is needed for installation (not
included). The hood exhaust opening is 6" (15.2 cm) round. Two
6" (15.2 cm) round vent systems are needed for installation on
48" (121.9 cm) models.

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. The
exhaust collar can also be directed to vent out the rear of the
hood.

To vent through the wall, the blower needs to be changed to the
proper orientation.

Roof Venting Wall Venting Rear Venting

A

B

B

B

A

A

A. Roof cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm)

round vent*

A. Wall cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm)

round vent*

A. Wall cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm)

round vent*

*The 48" (121.9 cm) hood uses two 6" (15.2 cm) round vents or

transitions to 10" (25.4 cm) round vent using Part Number

4396915.

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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 Equivalent Length

45° elbow 2.5 ft

(0.8 m)

90° elbow 5.0 ft

(1.5 m)

The maximum equivalent vent lengths are:
6" (15.2 cm) round vent - 35 ft (10.7 m)

7" (17.8 cm) round vent - 40 ft (12.2 m)
8" (20.3 cm) round vent - 50 ft (15.2 m)
9" (22.9 cm) and 10" (25.4 cm) round vents - 60 ft (18.3 m)

Example vent system

90 elbow

2 ft

(0.6 m)

6 ft (1.8 m)

The following example falls within the maximum recommended
vent length.

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)

Wall cap

Electrical Requirements

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Ensure that the electrical installation is adequate and in

conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest
edition), or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code,
Part 1 and C22.2 No. 0-M91 (latest edition) and all local codes
and ordinances.

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association

One Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

CSA International

8501 East Pleasant Valley Road

Cleveland, OH 44131-5575

■ A 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp, fused electrical circuit is

required.

■ If the house has aluminum wiring follow the procedure below:

1. Connect a section of solid copper wire to the pigtail

leads.

2. Connect the aluminum wiring to the added section of

copper wire using special connectors and/or tools
designed and UL listed for joining copper to aluminum.

Follow the electrical connector manufacturer's recommended
procedure. Aluminum/copper connection must conform with
local codes and industry accepted wiring practices.

■ Wire sizes and connections must conform with the rating of

the appliance as specified on the model/serial rating plate.
The model/serial plate is located behind the filter on the rear
wall of the hood.

■ Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of the National

Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition), or CSA
Standards C22. 1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and
C22.2 No. 0-M91 (latest edition) and all local codes and
ordinances.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Location

■ It is recommended that the vent system be installed before

hood is installed.

■ Before making cutouts, make sure there is proper clearance

within the ceiling or wall for exhaust vent.

■ Check that all installation parts have been removed from the

shipping carton.

1. Disconnect power.

2. Determine which venting method to use: roof, wall or rear

exhaust.

3. Select a flat surface for assembling the range hood. Place

covering over that surface.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install
range hood.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

4. Using 2 or more people, lift range hood onto covered surface.

Optional Backsplash Installation

The following instructions are for the backsplash without shelves.
If you are installing the Optional Backsplash with Shelves for Heat
Lamps, follow the instructions included with that product.

The hardware package supplied with the kit includes 4 plastic
wall anchors and mounting screws.

NOTE: The minimum height of the hood above the cooktop is
30" (76.2 cm). The backsplash can be extended from 19²³⁄₃₂"
(50.1 cm) to 39" (99.1 cm). As the 30" (76.2 cm) installation
height increases, the hood’s capture area decreases.

■ Determine height of the hood.

■ For ease of installation, use 2 or more people to position the

backsplash on the wall so that the top of the backsplash is at
the height of the bottom edge of the hood. Mark the location
of the four corner holes. It is recommended that the
backsplash be attached to the wall at all four corners.
However, the lower flange can be secured between the wall
and backspash, countertop or cabinet base without using the
bottom corner screws.

■ Drill ⁵⁄₁₆" (8 mm) holes.

■ Push plastic wall anchors all the way into the holes.

■ Position the holes in the backsplash over the wall anchors

and attach using the screws supplied.

Change Hood to Optional Rear Exhaust

The hood comes from the factory with the exhaust collar on top
of the hood. The hood exhaust may be directed out the rear of
the hood through the exhaust collar. If you desire to have the
hood exhaust out the rear, follow the procedure below.

1. From inside the hood, unplug wire attached to blower motor.

A

B

A. Blower motor
B. Blower motor plug

2. Turn the hood over and remove the screws holding the

exhaust blower assembly to the hood.

A

B

A. Blower motor
B. Screws

3. Rotate the blower assembly so that the exhaust collar is

facing out the back of the hood.

A

B

C

A. Exhaust blower assembly
B. Screws
C. Exhaust collar

4. Replace the screws holding the blower assembly to the hood.

5. Plug the blower motor wire back into the blower motor.

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Range Hood Mounting Screws Installation

D

C

■ The hood attaches to the wall with two mounting brackets

with adjustment screws and four mounting screws.

1. Determine and mark the centerline on the wall where the

canopy range hood will be installed.

2. Select a mounting height between a minimum of 30" (76.2 cm)

and a suggested maximum of 36" (91.4 cm), above the
cooking surface and the bottom of the range hood. To this
distance, add 16" (40.6 cm) and mark a horizontal line.

3. Mark 2 points on each side of the horizontal line the distance

shown in “A” below (based on the size of your range hood).

A

A

C

L

2. Install each bracket on the wall as shown. Make sure the

screws and brackets are securely fastened to the wall.
IMPORTANT: Install only the brackets. Do not install the

hood.

Optional Chimney Extension Installation

1. If a chimney extension is used, attach the extension brackets

as shown. Make sure that the screws are securely fastened to
the wall.
extensions, see “Accessories” section.

For information on ordering the optional chimney

A

10 5/8"

(27 cm)

16"

(40.6 cm)

B

A. Distance from center of mounting

bracket to centerline.
30" (76.2 cm) hood:

³⁄₈

" (34.0 cm)

13

36" (91.4 cm) hood:

16

³⁄₈

" (41.6 cm)

42" (106.7 cm) hood:

19

⁷⁄₁₆

" (49.4 cm)

48" (121.9 cm) hood:

22

³⁄₈

" (56.8 cm)

C

L

C

B. Mounting screws (4)
C. Mounting brackets and

adjustment screws

D. Bottom of hood

4. Adjust the two adjusting screws on the mounting brackets to

the lowest point and attach to the wall with the screws
provided. The screws provided for mounting this hood must
be fastened into solid wood. Do not fasten into sheet rock
only.

Optional Duct Cover Installation

1. Attach the full-width duct cover to the top of the range hood

with the screws provided. The duct cover must be attached
to the top of the range hood before mounting the range hood
to the wall. For information on ordering the optional duct
cover, see “Accessories” section.

A

11"

(27.9 cm)

A

C

L

C

L

B

B

10¹⁵⁄₁₆"

(27.8 cm)

23" (58.4 cm)
12" (30.5 cm)

max.
min.

A. Ceiling
B. Brackets
C. Top of hood

10¹⁵⁄₁₆"

(27.8 cm)

C

Optional Heat Lamp Installation

1. Remove the bottom panel at the rear of the hood by removing

the screws located at each end.

2. Install the heat lamp kit with the tabs inserted into the

corresponding slots on the hood and the screws toward the
front of the hood. Replace the screws to secure it in place.

Complete Preparation

1. Determine and make all necessary cuts in the wall for the vent

system. Install the vent system before installing the range
hood. See the “Venting Requirements” section.

2. Determine the location where the power supply cable will be

run through the wall.

3. Drill a 1¹⁄₄" (3.2 cm) hole at this location.

4. Pull enough power supply cable through the wall to allow for

easy connection to the terminal box.

5. If roof or wall cap does not have a damper, attach damper to

exhaust opening(s) on top of the hood using two Phillips­head screws.

6. If 48" (121.9 cm) hood is to be connected to 10" (25.4 cm)

round vent system, install the vent transition piece now.

A. Distance from center of mounting

bracket to centerline.
30" (76.2 cm) hood:

¹⁵⁄₃₂

" (34.2 cm)

13

36" (91.4 cm) hood:

16

¹⁵⁄₃₂

19

22

¹⁵⁄₃₂

¹⁵⁄₃₂

" (41.8 cm)

" (49.4 cm)

" (57.1 cm)

42" (106.7 cm) hood:

48" (121.9 cm) hood:

B. Mounting brackets
C. Top of hood

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