Whirlpool SC8720EDB Installation Instructions - Page 2

Before you start... Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety message in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. 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 be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These words mean: DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. 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-rated 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 American Society for 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. Product dimensions 29-7/8" (75.9 cm) width 21-1/2" (54.6 cm) depth WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. 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. Blower can be swiveled 90°. pressure regulator wiring box cover WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. - Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. 15-5/8" (39.7 cm) blower housing depth 3-5/16" (8.4 cm) burner box depth 14" (35.6 cm) grease container 11-7/8" (30.2 cm) Tools and materials needed: - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • Do not try to light any appliance. duct tape pliers • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. - Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. caulking gun with gloves metal snips weatherproof caulking Drill pipe Phillips wrench screwdriver safety glasses tape measure Not shown: • gas line shutoff valve • L.P. gas-resistant pipe-joint compound Parts supplied: • AGA4 or CSA design-certified flexible metal connector Remove parts from packages. Check that (4-5 feet) (1.2-1.5 m) or rigid gas supply line as needed • flare union adapter for connection to pressure regulator all parts were included. (1/2" NPT x 1/2" or 3/4" I.D.) • literature pack • wall or roof cap • 4 orifice hoods • metal vent • exhaust flow rate tester card • 2 sheet metal screws to attach transition vent to venting adapter Cutout dimensions Proper installation is your responsibility. • Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation. 28-7/8" (73.3 cm) cutout width Cabinet drawers under the cooktop will need to be removed and the drawer • Have a qualified technician install this cooktop. fronts installed • Comply with the installation clearances specified on the model/serial rating plate. Model/serial rating plate is located on the right side of 20-15/16" permanently on front of (53.2 cm) cutout depth cabinet. the downdraft plenum. Cooktop location should be away from strong draft areas, such as windows, doors and strong heating vents or fans. Locate cooktop for convenient use in kitchen. Grounded electrical outlet is required. See "Electrical 15/16" (2.4 cm) minimum distance to backsplash or vertical wall 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) minimum space to front edge of countertop requirements," Page 2. Proper gas supply connection must be available. See "Gas supply requirements," Page 3. Minimum base cabinet dimensions - Vent system must terminate outdoors. 30" (76.2 cm) base cabinet. All openings in the wall or floor where cooktop is to be 24" (61.0 cm) base cabinet depth installed must be sealed. When installing a cooktop under existing cabinets and the installation does not meet the minimum cabinet clearances, install a range hood above the cooktop to avoid burn hazards. It is the customer's responsibility: • To contact a qualified electrical installer. • To assure that electrical installation adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition* and all local codes and ordinances. Mobile home installation: The installation of this Select required vent cutout (see page 4 for exhaust vent cutout location). Countertop must be supported within 3" (7.6 cm) of cutout. 16" (40.6 cm) 11" (27.9 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) side wall 25" (63.5 cm) countertop depth Cutout preparation: Decorative laminate - Chamfer all exposed edges to prevent chipping laminate. Cut radius corners and file to insure smooth edges and to prevent cracking. 4" (10.2 cm) cooktop must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety; Title 24 HUD part 280); or when such standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and Setups), ANSI A225.1 - latest edition*, or with local codes. Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from: rear 16" (40.6 cm) wall cabinet bottom cabinet bottom Install grounded electrical outlet within shaded area of rear wall. * National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park 14" (35.6 cm) Install gas line within shaded area of cabinet. 11" (27.9 cm) Quincy, Massachusetts 02269 28-7/8" (73.3 cm) Page 1