KitchenAid KXD4630YSS0 User manual

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30"(76.2 CM) AND 36"(91.4 CM)
RETRACTABLE (POP-UP) DOWNDRAFT VENT
SYSTEM
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SYSTEME DE VENTILATION RETRACTABLE
(CLAPET) DE 30"(76,2 CM) ET 36"(91,4 CM) -
ASPIRATION PAR LEBAS
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service composez le 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site web &...
www.KitchenAid.ca
Table of Contents/Table des matieres ............................................................................ 2
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTIONS.
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY.
IMPORTANT : LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS.
POUR UTILiSATION RI_SIDENTIELLE UNIQUEMENT.
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TABLEOF CONTENTS
VENT SYSTEM SAFETY ................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................ 4
Tools and Parts ............................................................................ 4
Location Requirements ................................................................ 4
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 7
Venting Requirements .................................................................. 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INTERIOR-MOUNTED
VENT MOTOR ................................................................................. 8
Venting Methods .......................................................................... 8
Install Vent System ..................................................................... 10
Rear Mounting -Blower Motor .................................................. 11
Complete Installation ................................................................. 12
Make Electrical Connections ..................................................... 14
Check Operation ........................................................................ 14
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EXTERIOR-MOUNTED
VENT MOTOR ............................................................................... 15
Venting Methods ........................................................................ 15
Install Vent System ..................................................................... 16
Complete Installation (Exterior Mounted Motor) ........................ 17
Install Downdraft Vent In-Line (External Type) Blower Motor....17
Make Electrical Connections for In-Line
Blower Motor System ................................................................. 19
Make Electrical Power Supply Connection to
Downdraft Vent........................................................................... 20
Check Operation ........................................................................ 21
VENT SYSTEM USE ..................................................................... 22
Operating Downdraft Vent ......................................................... 22
VENT SYSTEM CARE ................................................................... 23
Surface of Downdraft Vent ......................................................... 23
Filters .......................................................................................... 23
WIRING DIAGRAMS ..................................................................... 24
Interior -Mounted Blower Motor ................................................ 24
Exterior-Mounted Blower Motor ................................................ 25
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 26
In the U.S.A ................................................................................ 26
In Canada ................................................................................... 26
Accessories ................................................................................ 26
WARRANTY .................................................................................. 27
TABLEDES MATIERES
SECURITE DU SYSTEME DE VENTILATION ............................. 28
EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ................................................... 30
Outils et pieces ........................................................................... 30
Exigences d'emplacement ......................................................... 30
Specifications electriques .......................................................... 33
Exigences concernant I'evacuation ........................................... 33
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION
VENTILATEUR MONTI_ .&L'INTI_RIEUR .................................... 34
M6thodes d'evacuation ............................................................. 34
Installation du conduit d'evacuation .......................................... 36
Montage du ventilateur & I'arriere .............................................. 37
Achever I'installation .................................................................. 38
Raccordements electriques ....................................................... 40
Contr61e du fonctionnement ...................................................... 41
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION VENTILATEUR
MONTI_ .&,L'EXTI_RIEUR ............................................................. 42
M6thodes d'evacuation ............................................................. 42
Installation du conduit d'evacuation .......................................... 43
Achever I'installation (Ventilateur monte a I'exterieur) ............... 44
Installation du ventilateur en ligne (type externe) du
systeme d'extraction par le bas ................................................. 45
Raccordements electriques du systeme de ventilation
en ligne ....................................................................................... 46
Raccordement de I'alimentation electrique au systeme
d'extraction par le bas................................................................ 48
ContrGle du fonctionnement ...................................................... 48
UTILISATION DU SYSTi=ME D'EXTRACTION ........................... 49
Utilisation du systeme d'extraction par le bas ........................... 49
ENTRETIEN DU SYSTI_ME D'r-'VACUATION ............................. 50
Surface du systeme d'extraction par le bas .............................. 50
Filtres .......................................................................................... 50
SCHI_MAS DE C.&,BLAGE............................................................ 51
Ventilateur monte a I'interieur .................................................... 51
Ventilateur monte a I'exterieur ................................................... 52
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................................................... 53
Aux €:tats-Unis ............................................................................ 53
Au Canada .................................................................................. 53
Accessoires ................................................................................ 53
GARANTIE ..................................................................................... 54
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VENT SYSTEM SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages 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 follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
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.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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. Ifyou have questions, contact the
manufacturer.
[] Before servicing or cleaning the 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.
[] Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction.
[] Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug.
Discard fan or return to an authorized service facility for
examination and/or repair.
[] Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the
heating equipment manufacturer's guideline and safety
standards such as those published by the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), 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 utilities.
[] Ducted fans must always be vented outdoors.
CAUTION: For general ventilating use only. Do not use
to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust
air, be sure to duct air outside - do not vent exhaust air into
spaces within walls or ceilings, attics or into crawl spaces,
or garages.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY
METAL DUCTWORK.
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
flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flamb6).
[] 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: a
[] SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or
metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO
PREVENT BURNS. Ifthe 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
started.
- The fire department is being called.
- You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
aBased on "Kitchen Fire Safety Tips" published by NFPA.
[] WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,
do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control
device.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools Needed
• Jigsaw or keyhole saw
• Drill
• ½" (3 mm) drill bit for pilot holes
• Pencil
• Tape measure or ruler
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver
• 3/8"(9.5 mm) nut driver
• Level
• Pliers
• Metal snips
• Wire stripper or utility knife
• Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
Parts Supplied
• Top trim - stainless
• 2-Endcaps
• 2 - Lower support legs
• 2 - Undercounter mounting brackets
• 16-4x8mmscrews
• 3- 3.5 x 9.5 mm screws
• 31/4"x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular damper
• 43/4"(12.0 cm) motor box
• 1/4"(6.4 mm) deep cover
• Flat vent cover plate
• 6" (15.2 cm) diameter vent transition with damper (interior
mounted blower motor models only)
• 10" (25.4 cm) diameter vent collar (exterior mounted blower
model only)
Parts Needed
• UL listed or CSA approved 1/2"(12.7 mm) conduit connector
• Wall or roof cap with damper to match vent system
• Vent system
• Home power supply cable
• 3 - UL listed wire connectors
• Wiring cable for optional remote blower kit
• Vent clamps/duct tape as required
NOTE: Downdraft vent is installed directly behind the cooktop.
Install the downdraft vent first, then install the cooktop.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Have a qualified technician install the downdraft vent. It is the
installer's responsibility to comply with installation clearances
specified on the model/serial rating plate. The model/serial
rating plate is located on the front of the downdraft vent
above the terminal box cover.
Downdraft vent location should be away from strong draft
areas, such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents or
fans.
Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions provide minimum clearance.
Consult the cooktop manufacturer installation instructions
before making any cutouts.
Check that the downdraft vent and cooktop location will
clear the cabinet walls, backsplash, and rear wall studs
inside the cabinet.
Check for the minimum distance between the front edge
of the countertop and the front edge of the cooktop. The
minimum horizontal distance between the overhead
cabinets is the same as the width of the installed
downdraft vent.
All openings in ceiling and wall where the downdraft vent will
be installed must be sealed.
Grounded electrical outlet is required. See "Electrical
Requirements" section.
When installing the downdraft vent, the cabinet drawer will
need to be removed and the drawer front installed
permanently to the cabinet.
Cabinet Construction:
Downdraft vent is designed for use in a cabinet with a depth of
24" (61 cm). Some installations require a countertop deeper than
25" (63.5 cm). See the Countertop Cutout Dimensions chart.
The maximum depth of the overhead cabinet is 13" (33 cm).
Overhead cabinets installed at either side of the downdraft vent
must be 18" (45.7 cm) above the cooking surface.
For Mobile Home Installations
The installation of this downdraft vent must conform to the
Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards, Title 24
CFR, Part 328 (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
Installation 1982 (Manufactured Home Sites, Communities and
Setups) ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A*, or latest edition, or with local
codes.

Product Dimensions
Models with interior-mounted blower motor Models with exterior-mounted blower motor
131/2'' (34.3 cm)
retractable
vent height
_r_ Top trim widths:
30" (76.2 cm)
36" (91.4 cm)
(3.8 cm)
27" (68.6 cm) for 30" (76.2 cm) vent (0.95 cm)
33" (83.8 cm) for 36" (91.4 cm) vent
Cabinet Dimensions
Interior-mounted blower motor model Exterior-mounted blower motor model
A= 1/2"(12.7 ram)
minimum
(25.4 cm)
1/2"(12.7 ram)
minimum
21%o"
(54.1 cm)
Cutouts are
for 31/4`' × 10"
(8.3 x 25.4 cm)
rectangular or 6"
(15.2 cm) round
vent system. Locate power Centerline of cooktop cutout
supply,junction
DOX a[iower
left hand
rear corner
of the cabinet.
NOTES:
See cooktop manufacturer's instructions for cooktop cutout
depth and width.
NOTES:
Use dimensions for vent system cutout location that applies to •
your installation.
Interior mounted blower systems connect with 31/4'' x 10"
(8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent system.
The cutout locations for this vent system will depend on your
specific installation.
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Locate power
supply junction
pox aflower
left hand
rear corner
of the cabinet.
See cooktop manufacturer's instructions for cooktop cutout
depth and width.
Exterior-mounted blower systems connect with 10" (25.4 cm)
round vent. The cutout locations for this vent system will
depend upon your specific installation.

Countertop Cutout Dimensions
IMPORTANT: Countertops with a bull-nosed front edge are not recommended for these installations.
Some models require a countertop deeper than 25" (63.5 cm); see the following Countertop Cutout Dimensions Chart.
To avoid mistakes, it is recommended that the cooktop and vent cutouts be drawn on the countertop before making any cutouts.
See Cooktop Installation Instructions for complete cutout dimensions, location dimensions and installation details.
A...................................
A. Downdraft vent
B. Cooktop
C. Measurement of cooktop rear overhang.
D. D =Measurement of cooktop rear overhang (C) +11_,, [46.2 mm] (E)
E. 11_,, (46.2 mm)
F. 7/2"(12.7 mm) minimum
G. ¼" (6.4 mm) minimum
H. Countertop and backsplash
I. 7/2"(12.7 mm) minimum
Countertop Cutout Dimensions Chart
B
A. 7/2"(12.7 mm) minimum to backsplash or rear wall
B. _" (19.1 mm) maximum backsplash depth C. 27½" (69.9 cm) on 30" (76.2 cm) models
33½" (85.9 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) models
D. D =Measurement of cooktop rear
overhang +1_" (46.2 mm)
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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:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
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.
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.
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 on the front of the downdraft
vent, above the wiring box cover.
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.
IMPORTANT: Make sure there is proper clearance within the wall
or floor before making exhaust vent cutouts.
• Use heavy (rigid) metal vent.
• Venting system must terminate to the outside.
• Do not terminate the vent system in an attic or other enclosed
area.
• Do not use 4" (10.2 cm) laundry-type wall caps.
• Do not install 2 elbows together.
• Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
• The length of vent system and number of elbows should be
kept to a minimum to provide efficient performance.
• Use no more than three 90° elbows
• Make sure there is a minimum of 24" (61 cm) of straight vent
between the elbows if more than one elbow is used.
• Use clamps or duct tape to seal all joints in the vent system.
• Use caulking tape to seal the exterior wall or floor opening
around cap.
• Do not cut joist or stud. If vent cutout falls over ajoist or stud,
a supporting frame must be constructed.
Flexible metal vent is not recommended. If it is used, calculate
each foot of flexible vent as 2 ft (0.6 m) of rigid metal vent.
Flexible elbows count twice as much as standard elbows.
Recommended Vent System Length
For either interior-mounted or exterior-mounted blower
installations, the vent system length should not exceed the
maximum lengths listed in the Maximum Length of Vent System
chart. See "Calculating Vent System Length" in the "Venting
Methods" section inthe Installation Instructions for the interior- or
exterior-mounted vent motor.
Cold Weather Installations
An additional back draft damper should be installed to minimize
backward cold air flow and athermal break should be installed to
minimize conduction of outside temperatures as part of the vent
system. The damper should be on the cold air side of the thermal
break.
The break should be as close as possible to where the vent
system enters the heated portion of the house.
Makeup Air
Local building codes may require the use of makeup air systems
when using ventilation systems greater than specified CFM of air
movement. The specified CFM varies from locale to locale.
Consult your HVAC professional for specific requirements in your
area.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INTERIOR-MOUNTED VENT MOTOR
Determine which venting method is best for your application.
Vent system can terminate either through the wall or floor.
Island Location
Front (standard) mounted Rear mounted blower motor
blower motor
m
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m
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A. Down vent
NOTE: For island locations, a front or rear mounted blower motor
can also be mounted for right or left venting if needed for your
application. Most island applications would still require the
venting to be directed down through the floor.
Built-In Cabinet Locations
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B
A. Down vent
B. Left vent
C. Right vent
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II II .......
C
Island Location--Vent System Installed Under a Concrete
Slab Using PVC Sewer Pipe
Front (Standard) Mounted Blower Motor
A
K
B
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Rear Mounted Blower Motor
A
M
B
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A. Wall cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm) round metal vent
C. 16" (40.6 cm) maximum
D. 6" (15.2 cm) round PVC sewer pipe
E. 6" (15.2 cm) round metal vent transition with
damper (supplied)
F. 6" (15.2 cm) round PVC coupling
G. Concrete slab
H. 6" (15.2 cm) round PVC sewer pipe
I. 6" (15.2 cm) round 90°PVC sewer pipe elbow
J. Tightly pack gravel or sand completely around pipe.
K. 6" (15.2 cm) round 90°PVC sewer pipe elbow
L. 6" (15.2 cm) round PVC coupling
M. 12" (30.5 cm) minimum
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Calculating Vent System Length
31¼'' x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) rectangular vent is required from the
blower motor box. It can be transitioned to 6" (15.2 cm) round
vent if needed.
Maximum Length of Vent System
Vent Length
6" (15.2 cm) round 35 ft (8.9 m)
31/4"x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 35 ft (8.9 m)
To calculate the length of the system you need, add the
equivalent feet (meters) for each vent piece used in the system.
31/4'' x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
Vent Piece Rectangular
31/4"x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 5.0 ft
90° elbow (1.5 m)
31/4'' x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 4.5 ft
to 6" (15.2 cm) transition (1.4 m)
6" (15.2 cm) to 31/4'' x 10" 1 ft
(8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) transition (0.3 m)
31/4"x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 5.0 ft
to 6" (15.2 cm) 90 ° elbow (1.5 m)
transition
6" (15.2 cm) to 31/4"x 10'' 5.0ft
(8.3cmx25.4cm) 90° elbow (1.5m)
transition
31/4'' x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 12.0 ft
flat elbow (3.7 m)
31/4"x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 0.0 ft
wall cap (0.0 m)
Vent Piece 6" (15.2 cm) Round
45° elbow 2.5 ft
(0.8 m)
90° elbow 5.0 ft
(1.5m)
6" (15.2 cm) 0.0 ft
wall cap (0.0 m)
Example Vent System
C
A
D
A. Blower motor
B.Transition
C.90°elbows
D.Back draft damper
The following example falls within the maximum vent length of
35 ft (8.9 m).
2 - 90° elbow
1 - wall cap
8 ft (2.4 m) straight
Transition
Length of 6" (15.2 cm) or
31/4" X 10 ''
(8.3 cm x 25.4 cm)
system = 22.5 ft (6.8 m)
= 10.0 ft (3 m)
= 0.0 ft (0.0 m)
= 8.0 ft (2.4 m)
= 4.5 ft (1.4 cm)

Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
downdraft vent.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
1. Place cardboard or similar material on top of a flat surface
where you can easily assemble the downdraft vent system.
2. Remove parts packages, downdraft vent and blower box
from the carton.
3. Remove all shipping materials, tape and film from the
downdraft vent and blower box.
4. Install the right and left undercounter mounting brackets to
the vent box. Slide the keyhole slots over the guide tabs and
push the brackets up to set them in place.
A
D
B
A. Vent box
B. Undercounter mounting bracket
C. Keyhole slots
D. Guide tabs
C
5. Attach the right and left end caps to the vent box. Place the
tab into the mounting slot at each end of the downdraft vent
as shown and push down to lock into place.
6.
7=
Measure distance "X" from the cabinet floor to the top of the
countertop. Subtract 28W' from distance "X" to determine
dimension "Y" (X - 28V2= Y).
Top of countertop
Downdraft vent
28W'
(73 crn) "X"
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Cabinet floor
Attach the support legs to the side of the vent box with
4 - 4 x 8 mm screws in each support leg. Adjust to dimension
"Y" from the bottom of the vent box to the bottom of the
support legs. Tighten screws.
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A. Motor box
B. Support leg
C. 4 x 8 mm screws (4)
Determine Which Vent Direction Is Best For Your
Installation
BWhen installed in a cabinet, vent system can exhaust through the
bottom, right or left of the cabinet.
NOTE: When using the 6" (15.2 cm) vent transition (supplied) for
6" round venting, only left or right venting is recommended.
A. End cap tab
B. Mounting slot
Bottom venting:
NOTE: If installing the vent damper in the down position, a wall or
roof cap with a damper at the exit end of the vent system is
required.
• Downdraft vent is shipped with blower in down venting
position so no modification is required.
• If rear mounting of the blower motor is not required, go to
the "Complete Installation - Interior Mounted Motor"
section.
• To mount the blower motor to the rear side of the vent
box, go to the "Rear Mounting - Blower Motor" section.
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Left or Right Venting
1. Using two or more people, place the downdraft vent system
on its back.
2. Remove the 4 screws from the cover plate mounted to the
face of the motor box and set them aside.
A
B
G
F
NOTE: Optional blower motor rear mounting position (opposite
side) for island cabinet locations. The blower motor box
assembly can be moved to the opposite side (rear) of the vent
box.
1. Remove 7 screws from the mounting flanges of the blower
motor box. Front View.
A
A. Cover plate
B. Cover plate screws (4)
C. Cover plate keyhole slot
shoulder screws (4)
D. Motor mounting screws (4)
E. Vent cover plate
F. Motor box
G. Vent cover screws (3)
3. Slide the cover plate up and slip it over the keyhole slot
shoulder screws. Set the cover aside.
4. Remove 4 screws from the bottom of the motor box that hold
the motor assembly to the motor box.
NOTE: Disconnect the electrical wiring connection from
motor if needed.
5. Remove 3 screws and the vent cover plate from the left or
right side of the motor box for the venting direction to be
used.
6. Rotate the blower motor assembly 90 degrees to the left or
right side to the chosen venting direction and secure to the
blower box with motor mounting screws previously removed.
Do not twist or bind the wires.
7. Install the vent cover plate over the rectangular opening in the
bottom of the motor box and secure with vent cover screws.
NOTE: Reinstall the electrical wiring connection to motor if
removed.
8. Reinstall the cover plate to the face of the motor box and
secure with 4 cover plate screws previously removed.
9. For mounting the blower motor to the back of the vent box,
go to the "Rear Mounting - Blower Motor" section. Otherwise,
go to the "Complete Installation - Interior Mounted Motor"
section.
A. Screws (7)
B. Keyhole slot shoulder screws (2)
C. Blower motor box
2. Lift blower motor box off the shoulder screws in the keyhole
slots. Disconnect wire connection from blower motor and set
blower motor box aside.
3. Remove 6 screws from the mounting flange of the
B
A. Screws (6)
B. Keyhole slot shoulder screws (2)
C. _" (6.4 mm) deep cover
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4. Lift the 1/4"(6.4 mm) deep cover off the shoulder screws in the
keyhole slots and set the cover aside.
5. Remove the screws from the wire mounting plate.
6.
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A.Screws
B. Wiremounting plate
C.Blower motor box
Hold the wire mounting plate and push the grommet out of
the mounting plate.
A
NOTE: The downdraft vent system is supplied with a 31/4'' x 10"
(8.3 x 25.4 cm) back draft damper and a 6" (15.2 cm) round vent
transition with damper. Refer to "3%" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) back
draft damper" or "6" (15.2 cm) round vent transition with
damper," depending upon the type of venting you are using.
31/4"x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) Back Draft Damper
1. Attach the 3%" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) back draft damper to the
vent opening in the blower motor box, using three 3.5 x
9.5 mm screws.
B A
A
A. 3.5 x 9.5 mm screws
B. 3¼" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) back draft damper
6" (15.2 cm) Round Vent Transition with Damper
1. Attach the 6" (15.2 cm) round vent transition to vent opening
(left or right side venting only is recommended), using two
3.5 x 9.5 mm screws.
B
A. Wire mounting plate
B. Grommet
7. Slide the wire assembly through the slot in the wire mounting
plate to remove it.
8. Place the wire assembly through the opening to the opposite
side of the vent box.
9. Reassemble the wire assembly and grommet to the wire
mounting plate
10. Install the wire mounting plate to the vent box using the
4 screws previously removed.
11. Place the blower motor box assembly with the keyhole slots
over the 2 shoulder screws on the rear of the vent box and
reconnect the wire connection to the blower motor.
12. Mount the blower motor box to the vent box and secure using
the 6 screws previously removed.
13. Mount the 43/4'' (12.0 cm) cover box (supplied) to the front of
the vent box. Place the keyhole slots over the 2 shoulder
screws, align the mounting holes, and secure the cover box
to vent box using the 6 screws previously removed from the
1/4"(6.4 mm) deep cover.
14. Go to the "Complete Installation - (Interior Mounted Motor)"
section.
B
A.3.5 x 9.5 mm screws
B.6" (15.2 cm) round vent transition with damper
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2. Remove 4 screws attaching the terminal box cover.
A....................
A. Terminal box cover
3. Determine which direction (front or rear) the home power
supply cable will enter the terminal box. Remove the
appropriate knockout from the front or rear panel and install a
1/2"(12.7 mm) UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector.
4. Using 2 or more people, insert the downdraft vent into the
countertop cutout. Position downdraft vent so it is centered
in the cutout with the rear flange over the edge of the cutout
and the rear of the vent box against the edge of the cutout.
G.............................................................
J
F
A. Rear flange of downdraft vent
B. Edge of cutout in countertop
C. Rear of downdraft vent
C
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ijm
..........................................E
D. Cabinet back
E.Lower support leg
F. Cabinet floor
G. Countertop
5. Drill 2 pilot holes through each of the undercounter mounting
brackets into the underside of the countertop. Using 2 screws
(not provided) of the appropriate length, mount the brackets
to the countertop.
IMPORTANT: Select a screw length that will not allow the
screws to go through the countertop when tightened.
A
A. Screws
B. Backsplash
C. Countertop
6. Check that the downdraft vent is level vertically. Loosen the
lower support legs screws and position the legs against the
cabinet floor.
7. Fasten the lower support legs to the cabinet floor with screws
(not provided).
8.
A.Screw (notprovided)
Tighten the lower support legs screws.
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Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Feed the power supply cable through the conduit connector
and into the terminal box.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground blower.
Connect ground wire to green and yellow ground wire
in terminal box.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
3. Connect the green (or green/yellow) ground wire to the green
or yellow/green ground wire using UL listed wire connectors.
Tighten the screw on the conduit connector.
4. Connect the 2 white wires together using UL listed wire
connectors.
F C
5. Connect the 2 black wires together using UL listed wire
connectors.
6. Replace the terminal box cover and secure with screw.
7. Reconnect power.
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Push and hold the button on the top of the downdraft vent for
a few seconds. The retractable section of the downdraft vent
will rise, and the blower will start. Position the top trim over
the retractable section and snap trim into place.
Trim kits for matching your cooktop color are available from
your dealer.
For information on ordering, see the "Assistance or Service"
section.
B
E
2=
3.
A. Top trim
B. ON/OFF button
C. Blower control sfider
D. End cap
E. Filters
Slide the control slider on the side of vent to check the
operation and speed of the blower.
If the blower does not operate:
• Check that filter or filters are pressed in as far as they will
go.
• Check that the circuit breaker has not tripped or a
household fuse blown.
4. Connect vent system to blower. Vent system must end with a
wall or roof cap. Use clamps or duct tape to seal all joints.
5. Install cooktop according to manufacturer's instructions.
Check that rear of cooktop overlaps edge of retractable
downdraft vent by 3/8"(9.5 mm). See "Countertop Cutout
Dimensions" in the "Location Requirements" section.
NOTE: To get the most efficient use from your new retractable
downdraft vent, read the "Vent System Use" section.
A. Green or green and yellow ground wire
B. White wires
C. UL listed wire connectors
D. Black wires
E. UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector
FDowndraft vent wiring
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
EXTERIOR-MOUNTED VENT MOTOR
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and electrical shock, install
the downdraft only with remote blower systems that are sold by
Whirlpool Corporation. Model numbers UXI0600DYS (600 cfm)
and UXI01200DYS (1200 cfm).
NOTE: Exterior mounted vent motor installations require an
approved in-line blower motor system. Model numbers
UXI0600DYS (600 cfm) and UX11200DYS (1200 cfm) are available
from your dealer or authorized parts supplier. See "Blower motor
system" in the "Accessories" section.
Determine which venting method is best for your application.
Vent system can terminate through the wall or roof. A wall cap or
roof cap is required.
NOTES:
• Venting through a concrete slab is not recommended.
• The in-line blower motor system must be placed in an
enclosed area and can be located in a utility room, basement,
crawl space or attic. Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
10" (25.4 cm) round vent duct is required for connections to
the retractable downdraft vent system outlet cover and the
in-line blower motor inlet and outlet covers. 10" (25.4 cm)
round vent duct is recommended for the retractable
downdraft vent system with in-line blower motor system.
Transitioning to different size ducting will reduce the
efficiency of the retractable downdraft vent system.
Island location -front vent
To attic
insta((ed in-(ine
b(ower motor system
Island location -rear vent
To basement craw(space
or utility room installed
in-line blower motor system
Built-In Cabinet Locations
To attic
installed in-line
blower motor system
To basement, craw(space
or uti(ity room installed
in-(ine b(ower motor system
Calculating Vent System Length
It is recommended that you use round vent instead of rectangular
vent, especially if elbows are required. If rectangular vent is
required, it should be transitioned to 10" (25.4 cm) round vent as
soon as possible.
Maximum Length of Vent System
Vent Length
10" (25.4 cm) round 60 ft (18.3 m)
To calculate the length of the system you need, add the
equivalent feet (meters) for each vent piece used in the system.
Vent Piece 10" (25.4 cm) Round
45° elbow 2.5 ft
(0.8m)
To basement, crawlspace
or utility room installed
in-line blower motor system
To attic
installed in-line
blower motor system 90° elbow 5.0 ft
(1.5m)
The maximum equivalent vent lengths of 10" (25.4 cm) round
vents - 60 ft (18.3 m).
2 - 90° elbows = 10.0 ft (3 m)
10 ft (3 m) straight = 10.0 ft (3 m)
Length of 10" (25.4 cm) = 20 ft (6 m)
system
NOTE: The exterior-mounted vent motor requires a separate
wiring cable that should be installed at the same time the vent
work is installed.
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Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
downdraft vent.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
1. Place cardboard or similar material on top of a flat surface
where you can easily assemble the downdraft vent system.
2. Remove parts packages, downdraft vent and blower box
from the carton.
3. Remove all shipping materials, tape and film from the
downdraft vent and blower box.
4. Install the right and left undercounter mounting brackets to
the vent box. Slide the keyhole slots over the guide tabs and
push the brackets up to set them in place.
A
D
A. Vent box
B. Undercounter mounting bracket
C. Keyhole slots
D. Guide tabs
B
C
5. Attach the left and right side end caps to the downdraft vent.
Place the end cap upon the overcounter support, slide the
tab into the slot and snap into place over the the plastic tabs.
6.
7=
Measure distance "X" from the cabinet floor to the top of the
countertop. Subtract 28V2" from distance "X" to determine
dimension "Y" (X - 28V2" = Y).
Downdraft vent
28W'
(73 cm) I i !
, ,J',
Top of countertop
I
Cabinet floor
Attach the support legs to the side of the vent box with
4 - 4 x 8 mm screws in each support leg. Adjust to dimension
"Y" from the bottom of the vent box to the bottom of the
support legs. Tighten screws.
c
.........
A. Motor box
B. Support leg
C. 4 x 8 mm screws (4)
Determine Which Vent Direction Is Best for Your
Installation
A. End cap tab
B. Mounting slot
BWhen installed in a cabinet the vent system can exhaust through
the front or rear of the vent box. The downdraft vent is shipped
with a 10" diameter vent collar plate.
Front or Rear Venting
1. Using two or more people, place the downdraft vent system
on the opposite side for venting.
2. Remove the 4 screws from the cover plate mounted to the
face of the motor box and set them aside.
3. Slide the cover plate up and slip it over the keyhold slot
shoulder screws. Set the cover aside.
4. Install the 10" diameter vent collar plate to the vent box
where the cover plate was removed in the previous step.
Secure using the 4 screws from the cover plate.
5. Go to the "Complete Installation - (Exterior Mounted Motor)"
section.
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1.
B!;o :_t::ed
Remove 4 screws attaching the terminal box cover.
A
A. Terminal box cover
2. Determine which direction (front or rear) the home power
supply cable and the wiring conduit from the in-line blower
system will enter the terminal box. Remove the appropriate
knockout from the front or rear panel and install two
V2"(12.7 mm) UL listed or CSA approved conduit connectors.
3. Using 2 or more people, insert the downdraft vent into the
countertop cutout. Position downdraft vent so it is centered
in the cutout with the rear flange over the edge of the cutout
and the rear of the vent box against the edge of the cutout.
B
C
........ D
.............. E
± i
F
A. Rear flange of downdraft vent
B. Edge of cutout in countertop
C. Rear of downdraft vent
D. Cabinet back
E.Lower support leg
F. Cabinet floor
G. Countertop
4. Drill 2 pilot holes through each of the undercounter mounting
brackets into the underside of the countertop. Using 2 screws
(not provided) of the appropriate length, mount the brackets
to the countertop.
IMPORTANT: Select a screw length that will not allow the
screws to go through the countertop when tightened.
C
A
A. Screws
B.Backsplash
C. Countertop
5. Check that the downdraft vent is level vertically. Loosen the
lower support legs screws and position the legs against the
cabinet floor.
6. Fasten the lower support legs to the cabinet floor with screws
(not provided).
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A.Screw (notprovided)
7. Tighten the lower support legs screws.
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NOTE: Your downdraft vent requires you to purchase an in-line
(external type) blower motor system. See "Blower Motor System"
in the "Accessories" section.
Prepare for Mounting the In-Line Blower System
The in-line blower system must be fastened to a secure structure
of the roof, ceiling, wall, floor, or new or existing frame
construction. The 4 holes on either the inlet (bottom) side or the
outlet (top) side of the blower must be used to mount the in-line
blower system to the structure.
NOTE: The mounting hole locations must span the studs.
Additional stud framing may be required. Plywood may be used
to span open areas between ceiling or floor joists or roof rafters
to aid installation. This structure must be strong enough to
support the weight of the in-line blower system (50 Ib
[22.6 kg] min).
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Prepare the In-line Blower System
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install in-line
blower motor system.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
1. Using 2 or more people, move the in-line blower motor
system to the mounting location.
2. Remove the 10 screws from the front cover of the in-line
blower motor housing and set them aside.
3. Remove the front cover of the in-line blower motor housing
and set it aside.
NOTE: To make the blower motor housing easier to mount,
the blower motor assembly can be removed. If you do not
want to remove the blower motor assembly, proceed to
"Install In-line Blower System" in this section.
4. Disconnect the motor electrical plug from the blower motor
assembly.
5. Remove the screws that secure the blower motor assembly
to the in-line blower housing and set them aside.
6. Pull the spring clip to release the blower motor assembly.
Remove the blower motor assembly from the housing and
place it on a covered surface.
A
BC
A. Front cover
B.Blower mounting screws
C. Spring clip
D. Motor electrical plug
Install In-line Blower System
NOTE: The blower motor housing can be mounted using 4 holes
from either the inlet side or the outlet side of the blower.
Outlet Side
AA
A
Inlet Side
A. Mounting holes
A
A. Mounting holes
1. Position the in-line blower motor housing in its mounting
location and mark the 4 mounting hole locations.
2. Drill 4 mounting pilot holes using a ¾e" (4.8 mm) drill bit.
3. Attach the in-line blower motor housing to the mounting
location with four 6 x 80 mm mounting screws and washers.
4. If it is removed, reinstall the blower motor assembly and
secure it with the screws previously removed.
5. If it is removed, reattach the motor electrical plug to the
connector on the blower motor assembly.
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Complete Preparation
1. Determine and make all necessary cuts for the vent system.
IMPORTANT: When cutting or drilling into the floor, ceiling or
wall, do not damage electrical wiring or other hidden utilities.
2. Determine the location where the 1/2"(1.3 cm) wiring conduit
will be routed through the floor, ceiling or wall between the in-
line blower and the downdraft vent.
3. Drill a 1V4"(3.2 cm) hole at this location.
4. Locate the electrical terminal boxes in the in-line blower
housing and downdraft vent. Remove the terminal box covers
and set the covers and screws aside.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
/
A
A. Electrical terminal box
B. Electrical knockout
5. Remove the electrical knockout from the in-line blower
housing and downdraft vent to prepare for the installation of
the UL listed or CSA approved 1/2"(1.3 cm) wiring conduit and
conduit connector.
6. With the downdraft vent mounted, run the 1/2"(1.3 cm) wiring
conduit between the in-line blower motor housing and the
downdraft vent. Pull enough 1/2"(1.3 cm) wiring conduit to
allow for easy connection to the terminal boxes in the in-line
blower housing and downdraft vent.
7. Run the six 18 AWG wires through the 1/2"(1.3 cm) wiring
conduit and conduit connectors and into the terminal boxes
on the in-line blower housing and downdraft vent. Leave
enough wire length in each terminal box to make the wiring
connections.
8. Install the conduit connectors and conduit to the in-line
blower housing and downdraft vent electrical terminal boxes.
9. Connect the vent system to the downdraft vent and in-line
blower system and seal all joints with clamps.
Electrical Connection Inside In-line Blower System
1. Disconnect power.
2. Connect the wires from the wiring conduit to the wires from
the motor electrical plug cable inside the in-line blower
housing terminal box.
BC
A
A. UL fisted or CSA approved
½" (1.3 cm) wiring conduit
B. UL fisted wire connectors
C. Black wires
D. White wires
E.Red wires
F. Blue wires
G. Gray wires
H. Green (or yellow/green)
and green/yellow wires
I. Motor electrical plug cable
3. Use UL listed wire connectors and connect the black wires
(C) together.
4. Use UL listed wire connectors and connect the white wires
(D) together.
5. Use UL listed wire connectors and connect the red wires (E)
together.
6. Use UL listed wire connectors and connect the blue wires (F)
together.
7. Use UL listed wire connectors and connect the gray wires (G)
together.
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Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground blower.
Connect ground wire to green and yellow ground wire
in terminal box.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
8. Connect the green (or yellow/green) ground wire to the
green/yellow ground wire (H) in the terminal box using UL
listed wire connectors.
9. Reinstall the in-line blower terminal box cover and screw.
10. Reinstall the front cover of the in-line blower housing and
secure it with 10 mounting screws.
Electrical Connection Inside Downdraft Vent Between
In-line Blower System and Downdraft Vent
NOTE: Discard the 6-wire connector assembly supplied with
the in-line blower motor system.
1. With the downdraft vent mounted, locate the bottom wiring
cable (5 wires) inside the downdraft vent terminal box.
2. Connect the wires from the bottom wiring cable (5 wires)
inside the downdraft vent terminal box to the wires from the
in-line blower wiring conduit inside the downdraft vent
terminal box.
3. Connect the same color wires to each other (black to black,
white to white, etc.) using UL listed wire connectors.
NOTE: Connect the green (or green/yellow) ground wire from
the wiring conduit to the green (or bare) ground wire from the
home power supply using UL listed wire connectors (see the
"Make Electrical Power Supply Connections to Downdraft
Vent" section).
BC
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Locate the downdraft vent terminal box.
A................
A. Terminal box
F C
4=
AE
F
G
H
A. UL listed or CSA approved
½" (1.3 cm) wiring conduit
B. UL listed wire connectors
C. Black wires
D. White wires
E. Red wires
F. Blue wires
G. Gray wires
H. Green (or green/yellow) wire
I. Bottom wiring cable (5 wires)
Go to "Make Electrical Power Supply Connection to
Downdraft Vent" section.
A
A. Green or green and yellow
ground wires
B. White wires
C. UL listed wire connectors
D. Black wires
E. UL listed or CSA approved
conduit connector
F. Downdraft vent wiring
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