Whirlpool RHH 2000 User Manual

INSTALLATION and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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%irlpod VENTED RANGE HOOD RHH 2000SERlES

TO INSTALL RANGE HOOD

For most efficient operation, the top of the hood should be
approximately 66 inches (137 6 cm) from the floor. See
Figure 5 for examples of two typical ductwork
installations. Choose the best method for your
installation.

Mark locations for ventilating duct and electrical

1.
wiring from dimensions grven in figure 1.

Cut holes at marked locations to accomodate

2.
ventilating duct and electrrcal wiring. Allow %” (1.91
cm) extra on ventilating opening toward the front of
the cabinet directly above the hood (See Figure 4).
Be sure to minimize openings through the outside
walls or ceiling. These will have to be sealed later.

Run the wrre through the wall or cabinets according

3.
to the National Electrical Code and applicable local
codes. DO NOT turn power on until installation is
complete.

4.

Remove the screws holding the junction box cover
(See Figure 3).

Lift the hood into positron and mark the hole

5.
locations on the cabinet for each of the four keyhole
mounting slots.

Remove the hood and start all four screws in the

6.
center of the narrow neck of the keyholeslot marked
on the cabinet bottom (See Figure 2).

7.

Install proper ductwork.
Lift the hood into position simultaneously feeding

8.
the electrical wire through the knockout.

Tighten the four mounting screws to secure the

9.
hood to the cabinet. Be sure the screw heads are in
the narrow neck of the keyhole slot (Figure 2).

Complete electrical wiring in the juction box

10.
according to the National Electrical Code and
applicable local codes.

11.

Replace junction box cover.

12.

Seal holes around ventilating pipe and wiring
passing through ceiling oroutsidewall with caulking
or insulation to prevent energy loss.

NOTE: It has been found that a large part of the energy

loss of the average home is due to outside air infiltrating
the structure. Seal around duct work where it passes
through outside walls or ceiling. Seal around electrical
wiring and be sure the damper is working properly.

--KEYHOLE SLOT
IN CANOPY

(IN INSTILLATION

PARTS BAG)

FIG. 2

‘w,R,NG KNOCKOUTS

FIG. 1

~~~- ALUMINUM FILTER

FIG. 3

/-CABINET CUTOUTS

JUNCTION BOX

LIGHT LENS

COVER

FIG. 4

OPERATION AND CARE OF UNIT

CARE OF FILTERS:

ALUMINUM FILTER:

permanent type alumrnum filter should be removed and
cleaned periodically. (Figure 6).
To clean, the filter should be soaked in hot water and
detergent, and thoroughly rinsed. The aluminum filter can
be cleaned in a drshwasher.

For greater efficiency, the

LIGHTS:

Do not use bulb larger than 60 watts in light socket.

CARE OF EXTERIOR SURFACES:

Your range hood is a beautifully finished addition to your
kitchen and requires only the care you give your range to
preserve its lasting beauty. Clean with a mild detergent to
preserve finish. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners.

CARE OF FAN MOTOR:

Fan motor has lrfe time sealed bearings that never need
oiling under normal usage. A few drops on each bearing
after three years of heavy usage will prolong the motor

life. Clean motor with a damp cloth and grease cutting

detergent when a heavy coating of grease has
accumulated.

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FROM HOOD A
POSSIBLE

FIG. 5

WALL
CAP

PULL TAB TOWARD
CENTER AND OUT

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\TO REMOVE FILTER

-1000 WIRING
DIAGRAM

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If your WHIRLPOOL
I” the UnIted States, help
nearest TECH-CARE service representative

WhIrlpool malntalns a natlonwlde network of franchised
TECH-CARE service compames to fulfill your warranty and
provide after-warranty service and maintenance to keep your
WHIRLPOOL appliance I” peak condltlon.

You’ll find your nearest TECH-CARE servlcecompany llsted
In your local telephone book Yellow Pages under
Washers/Dryers-RepaIrIng or Servicing. Should you not find a
Ilstlng. dial free, the WhIrlpool COOL-LINE’ service assistance
telephone number [phone] When calling from

Mlchlgan Dial [phone]

Alaska& Hawall.. Dial (800) 253-l 121
If you move.

Call the TECH-CARE service representative In your local
area He’ll see to the lnstallatlon of WHIRLPOOL appliances in
your new home, promptly. expertly and fairly priced to you

Helpful hints.

You can help your TECH-CARE service representative give

you faster service rf you Include the model and serial number of

your appliance when requesttng service Also. retain your sales

slop and warranty to verify your warranty status
Remember.

Your TECH-CARE service representative IS specially tralned
In lhe expert repaIring and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL
appliances He can help you maintain the quality orIgInally built
Into your WHIRLPOOL appliance So why not take the time. now,
to look up his telephone number and jot It down In the space
orovlded below

appllanceever needs servlceanytihere

IS

just a phone call away.

to your

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FIG. 6

My TECH-CARE service representative’s telephone number IS

Range hood model number:

Range hood serial number

Purchase and/or Installation date

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