Whirlpool GJD3644LP03 Installation Guide

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IMPORTANT:
Installer: Leave installation
Instructions with the homeowner.

Homeowner: Keep installation
Instructions for future reference.

Save Installation Instructions for local

electrical inspector's use.

Write down the model and serial numbers
before installing cooktop.

Both numbers are on the model/serial
rating plate, located on the bottom of the

cooktop.
Model #

Serial #

Part No. 8285116

Before you start,,,

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.

This is the safety alert

symbol.This symbol alerts

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 will be kitled or seriously

injured if you don't follow
instructions.

You can be killed or seriously

injured if you don't follow
instructions.

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.

To eliminate the risk of burns by
reaching over heated surface units,

cabinet storage space located above
the surface units should be avoided. If

cabinet storage is to be provided, the
risk can be reduced by installing a
range hood that projects horizontally a

minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) beyond
the bottom of the cabinets.

Important: Observe a[I governing
codes and ordinances. Failure to meet

codes and ordinances could lead to
fire or electrical shock.

Proper installation is your responsibility.
oMake sure you have everything

necessary for correct installation.

oHave a qualified technician install

this cooktop.

• Comply with the electrical specifications
on the model/serial rating plate.

Model/serial rating plate is located on

the bottom of the cooktoF Write both
numbers down on the front cover now

before installing cooktoF

Downdraft cooktop location should be
away from strong draft areas, such as

windows, doors and strong heating vents

or fans. Locate cooktop for convenient
use in kitchen.

Grounded electrical system is required.
See "Electrical requirements," Page 6.

Venting system must terminate
outdoors.

AH openings in the wall or floor where
cooktop is to be installed must be

sealed.
it is the customer's responsibility to

contact a qualified electrical installer,
to make sure that the electrical

installation is correct, and to make
sure the electrical installation fotlows

the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 -- latest edition*, or
CSA Standards 022.1=94, Canadian

Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No.
0=M91 =latest edition**, and nil Iocat

codes and ordinances.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons,

observe the following:

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 back
drafting. Follow the heating equipment

manufacturer's guideline and safety
standards such as those published by

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 hidden utilities.

Ducted fans must always be vented to
the outdoors.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,
use only metal ductwork.

This downdraft cooktop is Not approved
for use in mobile homes.

Copies of the standards listed may be
obtained from:

* National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

** CSA International

8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575

Teemsandmaterials neededfor

caulking gun with
weatherpruat caulking

Not shown:

• wall or roof cap/not supplied)
metal vent

• twist-on connector and I/2" U# or CSA4isted
conduit connector, Number and size wi_ depend
on your installation= See "Electrical connection,"
Pages 6=8,

g_asses "_" _y

Partssupplied:

• literature pack

• vent cover

• gJass cJeaner

ProductDimensions

14o5/8" (37,1 cm)

blower housing

depth

Clearance#imensiens

(74.6 mm)
burner box

depth

34t. (91.4 ¢m) long

power sopply cane

factory installed

Cutout#imensions

I

39" (7&2 cm) mie =38" (75,2 cm) model

39" (91.4 cm) min - 39" (91.4 ¢m) model

when higher than 18" (45,7 cm) ---_1

See Note ** for

minimum clearances

[_'Jinimomdistance "",,._
to nearest cembostiNe?',,_

vertical surface , ..
extending18" (45_7 cra) ',

above cooktop

1" (25,4 ram) _;;_-_.

4- . cm)

rJom_etseau _r.rrnn-_'_ opening depth
cooktop to coootertop_

N'N_ "

29-1/2" (74.9 co) =39" (7&2 ¢m) model
35-1/2" (9&2 cm) - 39" (91_4cm) model

cutoutwidth

Side clearance -- 6" (15.2 cm) minimum clearance between side
of cooktop and side wall is recommended for maximum

ventilation performance.
Rear clearance -- 3/4" (19.1 ram) clearance between rear edge of

cooktop and rear wall is recommended.
Motor/b!ower clearance -- 2" (51 ram) minimum clearance
between motor and cabinet is required for proper cooling.

6" (15.2cm) clearance is recommended for servicing access.

_ Note: 24" (51 era) rainiraura when bottom of wood or rectal cabinet is

protected by not Jessthan I/4" (5,4 rare) Narae retardant raiJJboard covered

with not less than No, 28 MSG sheet steel 0.915" (0.4 rare) stainless steel

0.024" (0.5 rata} alurainura or 0.029" (0.5 rare) copper.
30" (7&2 cm) rainiraura clearance between the top of the cooking platform

and bottom of unprotected wood or sheet metal

floor

11" (27,9 cm)

Minimum base cabinet dimensions --

8" (20,3 cm)

30" (76.2 cm) base cabinet width
24" (61 cm) base cabinet depth
25" (63.5 cm) countertop depth

Countertop opening dimensions that are shown must
be used. Given dimensions are minimum clearances and

provide required 0" (0 cm) clearance.

New installations -- Follow minimum dimensions given.

Replacement installation -- Be sure that front edge of
cooktop is at least 1=1/2" (38.1 mm) back from front
edge of countertop.

ff cabinet has drawers, drawers will need to be
removed and drawer fronts installed on front of cabinet.

Cutout preparation:

Decorative laminate --
Chamfer all exposed edges to

prevent chipping laminate.
Cut radius corners and file to

smooth edges and to prevent
cracking.