Whirlpool GXU7130DXB Installation Guide - Page 7
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Electrical Requirements Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Ensure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition), or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. 0-M91 (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. A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: ■ If the house has aluminum wiring, follow the procedure below: 1. Connect a section of solid copper wire to the pigtail leads. 2. Connect the aluminum wiring to the added section of copper wire using special connectors and/or tools designed and UL listed for joining copper to aluminum. Follow the electrical connector manufacturer's recommended procedure. Aluminum/copper connection must conform with local codes and industry accepted wiring practices. National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 CSA International 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road Cleveland, OH 44131-5575 ■ A 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp, fused electrical circuit is required. ■ Wire sizes and connections must conform with the rating of the appliance as specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial plate is located behind the filter on the rear wall of the range hood. ■ Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition), or CSA Standards C22. 1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. 0-M91 (latest edition) and all local codes and ordinances. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Prepare Location NOTE: It is recommended that the vent system be installed before hood is installed. Determine Wiring Hole Location Before making cutouts, make sure there is proper clearance within the ceiling or wall for exhaust vent. 1. Disconnect power. 2. Determine which venting method to use: roof or wall. 3. Select a flat surface for assembling the range hood. Place covering over that surface. Cut only one 1¹⁄₄" (3.2 cm) diameter wiring access hole. See Step 2 for wiring hole location instructions. 1. Determine and clearly mark a vertical centerline on the wall and cabinet in the area the vent opening will be made. 4. Lift the range hood and set it upside down onto covered surface. 5. If cabinet has recessed bottom, add wood filler strips on each side. Install screws to attach filler strips in locations shown. Wood filler strips (recessed cabinet bottoms only) 3" (7.6 cm) A Cabinet bottom 3" (7.6 cm) Wall A. Centerline 2. To wire through top: Mark a line distance "A" from the right of the centerline on the underside of the cabinet. Mark the point on this line that is 1³⁄₄" (4.4 cm) from back wall. Drill a 1¼" (3.2 cm) diameter hole through the cabinet at this point. A 1³⁄₄" (4.4 cm) from wall, not cabinet frame Centerline A. 10⁷⁄₈" (27.6 cm) 7