Whirlpool RHH 2300 Ventilation Hood User Manual


 
INSTALLATION
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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~irlpool VENTED RANGE HOOD RHH 2300SERlES
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.
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Mark locations for ventilating duct and electrical
wiring from dimensions given in figure 1.
Cut holes at marked locations to accomodate
ventilating duct and electrical 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 wire through the wall or cabinets according
to the National Electrical Code and applicable local
codes. DO NOT turn power on until installation is
complete.
Remove the screws holding the junction box cover
(See Figure 3).
Lift the hood into position and mark the hole
locations on the cabinet for each of the four keyhole
mounting slots.
Remove the hood and start all four screws in the
center of the narrow neck of the keyholeslot marked
on the cabinet bottom (See Figure 2).
Install proper ductwork.
Lift the hood into position simultaneously feeding
the electrical wire through the knockout.
Tighten the four mounting screws to secure the
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
according to the National Electrical Code and
applicable local codes,
Replace junction box cover.
Seal holes around ventilating pipe and wiring
passing through ceiling oroutsidewall with caulking
or insulation to prevent energy loss.
KEYHOLE SLOTS
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WIRING KNOCKOUT
FIG. 1
KEYHOLE SLOT
IN CANOPY
IIN INSTALLATION
PARTS BAG1
LJUNCTION BOX
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COVER
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
/-CABINET CUTOUTS
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.
STARTER HOLES