Whirlpool RH2 300, RH2600 User Manual

Installation Instructions and Use and Care

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or

furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for FSP

®

replacement parts

and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.

ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair

house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing.

2. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Those consumable parts are excluded from warranty

coverage.

3. Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use.

4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in

accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.

5. Any food loss due to refrigerator or freezer product failures.

6. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada.

7. Pickup and delivery. This major appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.

8. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.

9. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in remote locations.

10. The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with

published installation instructions.

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HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,

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OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES

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Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if

another warranty applies.

If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help

can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling Whirlpool. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada,

call 1-800-807-6777.

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RH2300 SERIES
RH2600 SERIES

IMPORTANT:
Read and save
these instructions.

IMPORTANT:
Installer: Leave Installation Instructions

with homeowner.

Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions

for future reference.

Save: Installation Instructions for electrical

inspector’s use.

24", 30" and 36"
Custom Series
Range Hood

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628010A/9763371

Product
dimensions

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
clearances specified.

Check the location where the range hood
will be installed. The location should be
away from strong draft areas, such as
windows, doors, and strong heating vents.

RH2300 series vent hoods can be
used for vented installations
only.

RH2600 series vent hoods can be
used for non-vented
(recirculating) installations only.

Mobile home installation

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.

Important: Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.

Important: Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.

It is the customer’s responsibility:

To contact a qualified electrical
installer.

To assure that the electrical
installation is adequate and in
conformance with National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 — 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.

Do not ground to a gas pipe.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are

not sure range hood is properly grounded.
Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground

circuit.

Tools and materials
needed for
installation:

24" model: 23-7/8"
30" model: 29-7/8"
36" model: 35-7/8"

10"

5"

17-5/8"

2"

3/4"

7-1/2"

knockout for
rectangular
roof vent
(RH2300
series only)

1/4"

3-1/4"

knockout for
rectangular
back vent
(RH2300
series only)

rear of
hood

6"

12"

3-1/4"

1-1/2"

wiring
knockouts

Panel A

Electrical
requirements

A.

A 115-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, fused
electrical supply is required. The total
ampere load used, including the range
hood, must not exceed 90% of the rated
capacity of the circuit. The ampere rating
of the range hood is located on the
model/serial number rating plate located
on the side cover of the blower motor
housing.

B.

The range hood must be
connected with copper wire only.

C.

The range hood can be
connected directly to the fused disconnect
(or circuit breaker) box through flexible
armored or nonmetallic sheathed copper
cable. A U.L.-listed strain relief must be
provided at each end of the power supply
cable. Wire sizes (COPPER WIRE ONLY) and
connections must conform with the rating
of the appliance as specified on the
model/serial rating plate.

For power cord connected installations, a
U.L.-listed range hood cord-connection kit
MUST be used. Note: Some models come
with a factory installed 3 ft. long power
cord having a 3-prong ground plug.

Wire sizes must conform to the requirements
of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA
70 — latest edition

*, and all local 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
National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA),and the American Society of
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.

• compass or 7"
circle template

• pliers

• level

• Phillips screwdriver

• metal snips

• drill

• 1-1/4" drill bit

• pencil

• ruler

• caulking gun

• saber saw

• keyhole saw

• duct tape

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or
electrical shock, do not use this fan with any
solid-state speed control device.

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 unit, switch power off at service
panel and lock switch power off at service
panel and lock service panel 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

CAUTION: For general ventilating use only.
Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive
materials and vapors.

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 cooking flaming foods.

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 is started.

The fire department is being called.

You can fight the fire with your back to an
exit.

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:

Before you start...

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

DANGER

WARNING

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.

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.

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

follow instructions.

Copies of standards listed may be obtained from:
* National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

Vent system needed for installation is not
included. Backdraft damper supplied with
product must be used. If roof or wall cap
has a damper, do not use damper supplied
with hood. Use metal vent only. Rigid metal
vent is recommended.

Determine which outside venting method
you need to use.

The length of the vent and number of
elbows should be kept to a minimum to
provide efficient performance. The size of
the vent should be uniform. Do Not install
two elbows together. Use duct tape to seal
all joints in the vent system. Vent can
terminate either through the roof or wall.
Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof
opening around exhaust hood. For the
most efficient and quiet operation, it is
recommended that the range hood be
vented vertically through the roof using 7"
round vent.

Figures 1-4 show common venting methods
and what types of materials are needed.

Recommended vent length

Use 3-1/4" x 10" or 7" vent with a maximum
length of 26 feet for vent system. For best
performance, use no more than three 90°
elbows. To calculate the length of system
you need, add the equivalent feet for
each vent piece used in the system. See
the following examples.

Figure 1

Panel B

7" round
through roof

roof cap

66"

66"

3-1/4" x 10"
through the roof

roof cap

3-1/4" x 10"
damper

damper
located as far
from hood as
possible

Vertical roof venting

wall cap

66"

3-1/4" x 10"
through the wall

Vertical roof venting

Horizontal wall venting

roof cap

wall cap

elbows

3-1/4" x 10" to round
vent transition

7" min. diameter
round vent

Figure 4

Figure 3

4.If your model does NOT have a

factory installed power cord, remove
terminal box cover from range hood.

Figure 2

3-1/4" x 10" vent system

Recommended standard fittings

7" vent system

90° elbow

wall cap

3-1/4" x 10"
to 7"
transition

Maximum length = 26 feet

1 - transition = 4.5 ft.
2 - 90° elbows = 10 ft.
1 - wall cap = 0 ft.
8 feet straight = 8 ft.

Length of 7" system = 22.5 ft.

Maximum length = 26 feet

1 - 90° elbow = 5 ft.
8 feet straight = 8 ft.
1 - wall cap = 0 ft.

Length of 3-1/4" x
10" system = 13 ft.

Recommended standard fittings

6 ft.

2 ft.

3-1/4" x 10" 90°
elbow = 5 ft.

3-1/4" x 10" flat
elbow = 12 ft.

3-1/4" x 10" wall
cap = 0 ft.

3-1/4" x 10" to
7" = 4.5 ft.

90° elbow = 5 ft.

45° elbow = 2.5 ft.

3-1/4" x 10" to 7"
90° elbow = 5 ft.

7" wall cap = 0 ft.

To install a
vented-only model
installation:

Now start...

With range hood in kitchen.

Slide cardboard or hardboard under range
before moving range across floor to
prevent damaging floor covering.

Cover countertop, cooktop or set-in range
with a thick, protective covering to prevent
damaging countertop.

wiring
knockouts

rectangular vent
knockouts

1.Disconnect and move freestanding

range from cabinet opening to provide
easier access to upper cabinet and rear
wall. Put a thick, protective covering over
cooktop, set-in range or countertop to
protect from damage or dirt.

2.If your range hood is a vented-only

model, determine which venting method
(roof or wall venting) you need to use.

If your range hood is a non-vented­(recirculating) only model, go to Step 3a,
Panel D.

3.Remove knockout from the wiring

opening (top or rear) to be used.
For rectangular venting, remove only the
3-1/4" x 10" rectangular opening knockout
for the venting method (roof or wall) you
have selected.

terminal
box
cover

2 ft.

6 ft.

wall cap

3-1/4" x 10"
elbow

5.Lift the range hood into final

position and center. Mark on the underside
of cabinet the location of the four keyhole
mounting slots. Set range hood aside on a
protected surface.

Excessive Weight Hazard

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

Failure to follow this instruction can
result in back or other injury.

keyhole slot

front
of hood

Venting requirements

Vented-only models

Note: Non-vented (recirculating-only) models
cannot be converted to vent.

WARNING

Venting system must terminate to the
outside.

Do not terminate the vent in an attic or
other enclosed space.

Do not use four-inch laundry-type wall
caps.

Do not use plastic vent.

3-1/4" x 10"
to 7" fitting
required for
some models