A. 30" (76.2 cm) models on 30" (76.2 cm)
models; 36" (91.4 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm)
models
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
¹³⁄₁₆
" (50.3 cm)
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
⁵⁄₁₆
" (71.9 cm) on 30" (76.2 cm) models; 34
⁷⁄₈
" (88.6 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) models
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
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
MEC4536W MEC4430W
Electrical:
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.
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.
● Cooktops with 3-wire cable coming from the cooktop
are rated 240 volt and do not have a neutral (white)
wire.
● The cooktop should be connected directly to the
junction box through flexible, armored or nonmetallic
sheathed, copper cable. The flexible, armored cable
extending from the fuse box or circuit breaker box
should be connected directly to the junction box.
● Locate the junction box to allow as much slack as
possible between the junction box and the cooktop so
that the cooktop can be moved if servicing becomes
necessary in the future.
● Do not cut the conduit. The length of conduit
provided is for serviceability of the cooktop.
● A UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector must
be provided at each end of the power supply cable (at
the cooktop and at the junction box). A listed conduit
connector is already provided at the cooktop.
● 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.
Electrical Connection Options
If your home has: And you will be Go to Section:
connecting to:
4-wire A fused disconnect 4-Wire Cable
or circuit breaker from Home
box Power Supply
3-wire A fused disconnect 3-Wire Cable
or circuit breaker from Home
box Power Supply
Electric Built-in Cooktop
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice. Ref. W10274252A
10/26/09
A. 21" (53.3 cm)
B. 30" (76.2 cm)
C.3¼" (8.3 cm)
A. Model/serial number plate
CABINET DIMENSIONS
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. When installing cooktop, use
minimum dimensions given.
● To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over the heated surface units, cabinet storage
space located above the surface units should be avoided. If cabinet storage is to be provided,
the risk can be reduced by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of
5" (12.7 cm) beyond the bottom of the cabinets.
● The cooktop must be a specified cooktop that is approved to be installed either alone or over
an undercounter built-in oven. Check the cooktop base approved installation label for your
cooktop model number and approved combinations of cooktops and ovens that can be
installed. If you do not find this label, your cooktop may not be approved for use over an
undercounter built-in oven. Contact your dealer to confirm that your cooktop is approved.
● Ovens approved for this type of installation will have an approval label located on the top of
the oven. If you do not find this label, contact your dealer to confirm that your oven is
approved. Refer to oven manufacturer’s Installation Instructions for approval for built-in
undercounter use and proper cutout dimensions.
● When installing cooktop over an undercounter built-in oven, do not fasten cooktop to
countertop with screws. This will make the cooktop easier to remove if future servicing
becomes necessary.
● Use the countertop opening dimensions that are given with these Installation Instructions.
Given dimensions are minimum clearances and provide 0" (0 cm) clearance.
● Grounded electrical supply is required. See “Electrical Requirements” section.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, check with your builder or cabinet supplier to make sure that
the materials used will not discolor, delaminate or sustain other damage.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or
microwave hood combination above the
cooktop, follow the range hood or microwave
hood combination installation instructions for
dimensional clearances above the cooktop
surface.
