Whirlpool RH4300XL User Manual
CONVERTIBLE KITCHEN RANGE HOOD
FOR 120 V. OPERATION
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before you begin, read the following instructions
completely and carefully. If followed, they will simplify
the installation job.
IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE LOCAL
ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR’S USE
Your range hood has been &signed to filter out smoke,
odors and grease which rise from the cooking surface.
Before you begrn the installation be sure that all parts and
accessories are removed from carton. For best results and
ease in the installation of this range hood, read the
rnstructions sheet tobecomefamiliarwiththestep by step
installatron.
YOUR HOOD CAN BE INSTALLED VENTLESS WHERE AIR IS
CIRCULATED BACK INTO THE ROOM THROUGH THE
FILTER OR VENTED WHERE AIR IS TAKEN OUT OF YOUR
KITCHEN.
For most efficient operation, the top of the hood should be
approximately 66 inches (167.6 cm) lrom the floor. See
2 for examples of typical ductwork installations. Choow
the best method for your installation.
AND ORDINANCES
Page
FOR VENTLESS INSTALLATION
USE DUCTLESS KIT RCH 4660
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19;
,50.2 c
IRING KNOCKOUTS
FIG.
KITCHEN
RANGE HOOD
MODEL
RH4300XL
SERIES
REAR OF HOOD
DAMPER MOUNTING
1
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
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ctric or ratchet drive, with l-‘/s” wood bit (to
-I ,,, . . , ,scess hole in the cabinet or kitchen wall for the
electrrc power line.)
One common head screwdrrver (to secure hood
mountrng screws to the cabinet and hood sheet metal
parts).
Pliers (for openrng knockouts).
Pencil, ruler and level for markrng cabinet locatrons.
Saber saw or keyholesaw for Cutting the wall or cabinet
openings.
Caulking. metal snips, duct tape, ducts (with elbow and
transrtron.
required
of
necessary) and wall cap or roof cap, as
1. For vented applications, see Figures.3 4, and 5. Typical
vented installations are shown for the 7” Round Vertical,
3% x 10 Vertical, and the 3% x 10 Horizontal Discharge
respectively. Choose the best method-for your installation.
2. Mark locations on cabinet or wall for ventilating duct and
electrical wiring from dimensions given in Frgure 1
3 Cut holes at marked locations to accomodate ventilating
duct and electrrcal wiring. Allow %” (1.91 cm) extra on
ventilating opening toward the front of cabinet directly
above the hood. Be sure to minimize openings through
outside walls or the ceiling These will have to be sealed
later.
4. Run wire through wall or cabinets according to the
Natronal Electrical Code and applicable local codes. DO
NOT turn power on until installation is complete.
5. Remove screws holding junclion box cover See Figure 7.
6. Ltft the hood into positron and mark the hole locations on
the cabinet for each of the four keyhole mounting slots.
KEYHOLE SLOT
IN CANOPY
IF RAIN CAP HAS
A DAMPER, REMOVE
DAMPER BLADE
FROM HOOD.
FIG. 4
SCREW--I
(IN INSTALLATION
PARTS BAG)
LOCATE AS FAR
FROM HOOD AS
POSSIBLE
FIG. 2
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(16% cm)
VERTICAL VENTING
’ “x IO” RECTANGULAR
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IF RAIN CAP HAS
A DAMPER, REMOVE
DAMPER BLADE
FROM HOOD.
VERTICAL VENTING
7” ROUND
FIG. 3
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HORIZONTAL VEN
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FIG. 5
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