Whirlpool YRH2330X Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions

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30" (76.2 cm) Custom Series Range Hood

YRH2330X Series – for vented installations only

628011A/9763396

www.whirlpool.com

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Before you start...

Tools and materials needed for installation:

• compass or 7" (17.8 cm) circle template

• pliers

• level

• Phillips screwdriver

• metal snips

• drill

• 1-1/4" ( 3 .0 cm) drill bit

• pencil

• ruler

• caulking gun

• saber saw

• keyhole saw

• duct tape

Electrical requirements

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* or Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 and C22.2 No. 113-M1984 (or 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.

Copies of standards listed may be obtained from:

* National Fire Protection Association

One Batterymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

** CSA International

8501 East Pleasant Valley Road Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575

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

WARNING

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:

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.

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

DANGER

Your safety and the safety of

others are very important.

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 the service disconnecting means 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 closefitting 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.

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.

Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

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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.

The range hood must be

connected with copper wire only.

The range hood should be connected directly to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) box through flexible armored or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable. A U.L./CSA-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.

29-7/8" (75.9 cm)

10" (25.4 cm)

5" (12.7 cm)

17-1/2"

(44.5 cm)

(5.1 cm)

3/4"

(19.1. mm)

7-1/2"

(19.1 cm)

knockout for rectangular roof vent

3/8"

(9.5 mm)

knockout for rectangular back vent

rear of hood

(15.2 cm)

12" (30.5 cm)

3-1/4" (8.3 cm)

1-1/2" (3.8 cm)

wiring knockouts

YRH2330X series vent hoods can be used for vented installations only.

Product dimensions

Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 — latest edition* or Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 and C22.2 No. 113-M1984 (or 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 related 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.

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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" (17.8 cm) round vent.

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

Venting requirements

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.

Figure 1

7" (17.8 cm) round through roof

roof cap

66"

(167.6 cm)

damper located as far from hood as possible

Vertical roof venting

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) to 7" (17.8 cm) fitting required for some models

66"

(167.6 cm)

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) through the roof

roof cap

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) damper

Figure 2

wall cap

66"

(167.6 cm)

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) through the wall

Horizontal wall venting

roof cap

wall cap

elbows

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) to round vent transition

7" (17.8 cm) min. diameter round vent

Figure 4

Figure 3

Recommended vent length

Use 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) or 7" (17.8 cm) vent with a maximum length of 26 feet (7.9 m) 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.

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) vent system

Recommended standard fittings

Maximum length = 26 ft. (7.9 m)

1 - 90° elbow = 5 ft. (1.5 m) 8 ft. (2.4 m) straight = 8 ft. (2.4 m) 1 - wall cap = 0 ft. (0 m) Length of 3-1/4" x

10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) system = 13 ft. (4 m)

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) 90° elbow = 5 ft. (1.5 m)

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) flat elbow = 12 ft. (3.7 m)

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) wall cap = 0 ft. (0 m)

2 ft. (0.6 m)

6 ft. (1.8 m)

wall cap

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) elbow

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7" (17.8 cm) vent system

90° elbow

wall cap

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) to 7" (17.8 cm) transition

Maximum length = 26 ft. (7.9 m)

1 - transition = 4.5 ft. (1.4 m) 2 - 90° elbows = 10 ft. (3.0 m) 1 - wall cap = 0 ft. (0 m) 8 ft. (2.4 m) straight = 8 ft. (2.4 m)

Length of 7" (17.8 cm) system = 22.5 ft. (6.9 m)

Recommended standard fittings

6 ft. (1.8 m)

2 ft. (0.6 m)

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) to 7" (17.8 cm) =

4.5 ft. (1.4 m)

90° elbow = 5 ft. (1.5 m)

45° elbow =

2.5 ft. (0.8 m)

3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) to 7" (17.8 cm) 90° elbow = 5 ft. (1.5 m)

7" wall cap = 0 ft. (0 m)

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 setin range with a thick, protective covering to prevent damaging countertop.

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. Determine which venting

method (roof or wall venting) you need to use.

4. Remove terminal box cover

from range hood.

3. Remove knockout from the

wiring opening (top or rear) to be used. For rectangular venting, remove only the 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular opening knockout for the venting method (roof or wall) you have selected.

terminal box cover

rectangular vent knockouts

wiring knockouts

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 do so can result in back or other injury.

keyhole slot

front of hood

WARNING

centerline

6. Determine and clearly mark

a vertical centerline on the wall and cabinet in the area the vent opening will be made.

centerline

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To wire through top, mark a line 7-1/2" (19.1 cm) from the right of the centerline on the underside of the cabinet. Mark the point on this line that is 2" (5.1 cm) from back wall. Drill a 1-1/4" (3.0 cm) diameter hole through the cabinet at this point.

7-1/2" (19.1 cm)

centerline

2" (5.1 cm) from wall (not cabinet frame)

7-1/2" (19.1 cm)

3/4"

(19.1 mm)

65-1/4" (165.7 cm) to floor

To wire through rear, mark a line

7-1/2" (19.1 cm) from the right of the centerline on the wall. Mark the point on this line that is 65-1/4" (165.7 cm) from the floor [or 3/4" (19.1 mm) from underside of cabinet]. Drill a 1-1/4" (3.0 cm) diameter hole through wall at this point.

centerline

To make a 4" x 10-1/2" (10.2 x

26.7 cm) rectangle on the underside of cabinet top and bottom:

a. Mark lines 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) and

5-1/2" (14 cm) from the back wall on the centerline of the underside of cabinet.

b. Mark lines 5-1/4" (13.3 cm) to

the right and left of the centerline on the underside of cabinet.

c. Use saber and keyhole saws to

cut a rectangular opening for vent.

d. Repeat steps a-c for the

underside of the top of the cabinet.

If venting through the wall with 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular vent —

To make a 4" x 10-1/2" (10.2 x

26.7 cm) rectangle in the wall: a. Measure 1/8" (3.2 mm) and

3-5/8" (9.2 cm) down from underside of cabinet and mark on the centerline on the back wall.

b. Mark lines 5-1/4" (13.3 cm) to

the right and left of the centerline on the underside of cabinet.

c. Use saber and keyhole saws to

cut a rectangular opening for vent.

To transition from a 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular vent to a 7" (17.8 cm) round vent and vent through the roof —

Start by making a 4" x 10-1/2" (10.2 x 26.7 cm) rectangle on the

underside of cabinet bottom: a. Mark lines 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) and

5-1/2" (13.3 cm) from the back wall on the centerline of the underside of cabinet.

b. Mark lines 5-1/4" (13.3 cm) to the

right and left of the centerline on the underside of cabinet.

c. Use saber and keyhole saws to

cut a rectangular opening for vent.

Now make a 7-1/8" x 7-5/8" (18.1 x

19.4 cm) slot on the underside of the cabinet tops. d. Mark lines 5" (12.7 cm) and

5-1/2" (14 cm) from the back wall on the centerline on the underside of the top of cabinet.

e. Draw two 7-1/8" (18.1 cm) circles

using the marks made in step d as center points.

f. Use saber and keyhole saws to

cut a slotted (oval) opening to make installing 7" (17.8 cm) round vent easier.

*1-1/2"

(3.8 cm)

cabinet cutouts

5-1/4"

(13.3 cm)

* from wall, not

cabinet frame

* from wall, not

cabinet frame

*1-1/2"

(3.8 cm)

*5-1/2" (14 cm)

* from wall, not

cabinet frame

*5-1/2" (14 cm)

5-1/4" (13.3 cm)

7-5/8" (19.4 cm)

*5-1/2" (14 cm)

*5" (12.7 cm)

*1-1/2" (3.8 cm)

7-1/8" (18.1 cm)

cabinet cutouts

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