Whirlpool 36”m Sealed Burner Glass Cooktop, 36” Sealed Burner Glass Cooktop Installation Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT:
Read and save these

instructions.

IMPORTANT:
Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for future
reference.
Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector’s use.
Note: This cook-top is manufactured for use with Natural gas.

To convert for use with L.P/Propane gas requires Kit No. 814428
available from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized parts
distributor.

Write down the model and serial numbers before installing
cooktop.

Both numbers are on the model/serial rating plate, located on the
underside of the cooktop burner box.

Model #

Serial #

Part No.3191748 RevA

36”m
Sealed Burner
Glass Cooktop

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Before you start...

Proper installation is your responsibility. Make
sure you have everything necessary for
correct installation. It is the responsibility of the
installer to comply with the installation
clearances specified on the model/serial
rating plate. The model/serial rating plate can
be found on the underside of the cooktop
burner box. Write down your cooktop model
and serial numbers before installing cooktop.
You will be asked for these numbers if you
need to call for service or assistance.

This cooktop is not approved for use with
downdraft vent systems.

Check location where cooktop will be
installed. The location should be away from
strong draft areas, such as

windows, doors

and

strong heating vents or fans. The cooktop

should be located for convenient use in the
kitchen.

ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALL OR FLOOR WHERE
THE COOKTOP IS TO BE INSTALLED MUST BE

SEALED.
Note: This cooktop is manufactured for use
with Natural gas. To convert for use with
U/Propane gas requires Kit No. 814428,
available from your Whirlpool dealer or
authorized parts distributor.

It is the customer’s responsibility:

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To contact a qualified electrical installer.

. To assure that electrical installation is adequate

and in conformance with National Electrical Code,
ANSUNFPA 70 -

latest edition* and all local

codes and ordinances.

Product Dimensions

36” min. base cabinet is required.

If cabinet has a drawer, a 3-l/2” depth clearance
from the countertop to the top of the drawer (or
other obstruction) in base cabinet is required.

Cabinet and Cutout Dimensions

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36” min. cabinet width above cooktop

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13” max
upper ’
cabinet %
depth

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See Note’” for

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Clearance Dimensions

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Note:

30” min. when bottom of wood or metal
cabinet is protected by not less than l/4”
flame retardant millboard covered with not

less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015”
stainless steel, 0.024” aluminum or 0.020”

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copper.

36” mln. clearance between the top of the
cooking platform and the bottom of an
unprotected wood or metal sheet.

Minimum distance
to nearest side and
rear combustible
surface above
countertop

opening depth-

18-l 5/l 6” min.
20-5/W’ max.

opening width-

33-114” min.
34-7/W max.

2-518” min. cabinet space
to backsplash or vertical wall

Your safety and the safety of others is

very important.

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

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This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol

alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt
you and others. All safety messages will be preceded
by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”
or “WARNING”. These words mean:

You y&l be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
folloanstructions.

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

WARNING: If the information in
this manual is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal
injury or death.

- Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

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Do not try to light any
appliance.

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Do not touch any electrical
switch.

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Do not use any phone in your
building.

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Immediately call your gas
supplier from a neighbor’s

phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.

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If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the fire department.

- Installation and service must

be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

Grounded electrical outlet

is required. See

“Electrical requirements.”
Do Not obstruct the flow of combustion and

ventilation air.
Proper gas supply connection must be

available. See “Gas supply requirements.”

Countertop opening dimensions

that are

shown must be used. Given dimensions

provide required clearances.
When installing a cooktop under existing

cabinets and the installation does not meet
the

minimum cabinet clearances, install a

range hood above the cooktop to avoid burn
hazards,

Important: Observe all governing codes and
ordinances. Failure to meet codes and
ordinances could lead to fire or electrical
shock.

Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:

‘National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

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