Whirlpool WCC31430AB Installation Guide - Page 3

Product Dimensions B A C A. 21" (53.3 cm) B. 30" (76.2 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) C. 3¼" (8.3 cm) Installation Clearances IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or microwave hood combination above the range, follow the range hood or microwave hood combination installation instructions for dimensional clearances above the cooktop surface. A D C B L F G E H I K J A. 30" (76.2 cm) B. Combustible area above countertop (shown by dashed box above) C. 30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between top of cooktop platform and bottom of uncovered wood or metal cabinet. 24" (61 cm) minimum clearance if bottom of wood or metal cabinet is covered by not less than ¹⁄₄" [0.6 cm] flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel, 0.015" [0.04 cm] stainless steel or 0.024" [0.06 cm] aluminum or 0.020" [0.05 cm] copper) D. 13" (33 cm) recommended upper cabinet depth E. 3" (7.6 cm) F. 19 50.3 cm) recommended cutout on all models G. 18" (45.7 cm) minimum clearance from upper cabinet to countertop within minimum horizontal clearances to cooktop H. Junction box or outlet; 12" (30.5 cm) minimum from bottom of countertop I. Junction box or outlet; 10" (25.4 cm) from right side of cabinet J. 28 71.9 cm) recommended cut-out on 30" (76.2 cm) Maytag and Whirlpool models Will fit cutouts 28 71.9 cm) - 28⁷⁄₈" (73.3cm) 34⁷⁄₈" (88.6cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) Maytag models only K. 1" (2.5 cm) minimum distance to nearest left and right side combustible surface above cooktop L. 1" (2.5 cm) minimum clearance between back wall and countertop NOTES: After making the countertop cutout, some installations may require notching down the base cabinet side walls to clear the burner box. To avoid this modification, use a base cabinet with sidewalls wider than the cutout. If cabinet has a drawer, a 3¼" (9.6 cm) depth clearance from the countertop to the top of the drawer (or other obstruction) in base cabinet is required. Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Use 8 gauge copper wire. Electrically ground cooktop. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that the ground path and wire gauge are in accordance with local codes. Check with a qualified electrical installer if you are not sure the cooktop is properly grounded. Make sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. O-M91-latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances. A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 CSA International 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road Cleveland, OH 44131-5575 Before You Make the Electrical Connection: To properly install your cooktop, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here. ■ A 4-wire or 3-wire, single phase, 240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply is required on a separate, 40-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. The model/serial number rating plate is located on the metal cabinet underneath the cooktop. See the following illustration. A A. Model/serial number plate 3