Whirlpool 8285116 User manual

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IMPORTANT:
Installer: Leave installation
Instructions with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep installation
Instructions for future reference.
Save Installation Instructions for local
electrical inspector's use.
Write down the model and serial numbers
before installing cooktop.
Both numbers are on the model/serial
rating plate, located on the bottom of the
cooktop.
Model #
Serial # Part No. 8285116

Before you start,,,
Your safety and the safety of
others is 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
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:
You will be kitled or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will identify the
hazard, tell you how to reduce the
chance of injury, and tell you what
can happen if the instructions are
not followed.
To eliminate the risk of burns by
reaching over 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 inches (12.7 cm) beyond
the bottom of the cabinets.
Important: Observe a[I governing
codes and ordinances. Failure to meet
codes and ordinances could lead to
fire or electrical shock.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
oMake sure you have everything
necessary for correct installation.
oHave a qualified technician install
this cooktop.
•Comply with the electrical specifications
on the model/serial rating plate.
Model/serial rating plate is located on
the bottom of the cooktoF Write both
numbers down on the front cover now
before installing cooktoF
Downdraft 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 system is required.
See "Electrical requirements," Page 6.
Venting system must terminate
outdoors.
AH openings in the wall or floor where
cooktop is to be installed must be
sealed.
it is the customer's responsibility to
contact a qualified electrical installer,
to make sure that the electrical
installation is correct, and to make
sure the electrical installation fotlows
the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 -- latest edition*, or
CSA Standards 022.1=94, Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No.
0=M91 =latest edition**, and nil Iocat
codes and ordinances.
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.
This downdraft cooktop is Not approved
for use in mobile homes.
Copies of the standards listed may be
obtained from:
*National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
** CSA International
8501 East PleasantValley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
Teemsandmaterials neededfor
caulking gun with
weatherpruat caulking
g_asses "_" _y
Not shown:
• wall or roof cap/not supplied)
metal vent
•twist-on connector and I/2" U# or CSA4isted
conduit connector, Number and size wi_ depend
on your installation= See "Electrical connection,"
Pages 6=8,
Partssupplied:
•literature pack
•vent cover
• gJass cJeaner

ProductDimensions
(74.6 mm)
burner box
depth
Cutout#imensions
14o5/8" (37,1 cm)
blower housing
depth 34t. (91.4 ¢m) long
power sopply cane
factory installed
Clearance#imensiens
[_'Jinimomdistance "",,._
to nearestcembostiNe?',,_
vertical surface , ..
extending18" (45_7 cra) ',
above cooktop
39" (7&2 cm) mie =38" (75,2 cm) model
39" (91.4 cm) min - 39" (91.4 ¢m) model
when higher than 18" (45,7 cm) ---_1
See Note ** for
minimum clearances
4- . cm)
rJom_etseau _r.rrnn-_'_ opening depth
cooktop to coootertop_
N'N_ "
1" (25,4 ram) _;;_-_.
29-1/2" (74.9 co) =39" (7&2 ¢m) model
35-1/2" (9&2 cm) - 39" (91_4cm) model
cutoutwidth
Side clearance -- 6" (15.2 cm) minimum clearance between side
of cooktop and side wall is recommended for maximum
ventilation performance.
Rear clearance -- 3/4" (19.1 ram) clearance between rear edge of
cooktop and rear wall is recommended.
Motor/b!ower clearance -- 2" (51 ram) minimum clearance
between motor and cabinet is required for proper cooling.
6" (15.2cm) clearance is recommended for servicing access.
_ Note: 24" (51 era) rainiraura when bottom of wood or rectal cabinet is
protected by not Jessthan I/4" (5,4 rare) Narae retardant raiJJboard covered
with not less than No, 28 MSG sheet steel 0.915" (0.4 rare) stainless steel
0.024" (0.5 rata} alurainura or 0.029" (0.5 rare) copper.
30" (7&2 cm) rainiraura clearance between the top of the cooking platform
and bottom of unprotected wood or sheet metal
I
floor 11" (27,9 cm) 8" (20,3 cm)
Minimum base cabinet dimensions --
30" (76.2 cm) base cabinet width
24" (61 cm) base cabinet depth
25" (63.5 cm) countertop depth
Countertop opening dimensions that are shown must
be used. Given dimensions are minimum clearances and
provide required 0" (0 cm) clearance.
New installations -- Follow minimum dimensions given.
Replacement installation -- Be sure that front edge of
cooktop is at least 1=1/2" (38.1 mm) back from front
edge of countertop.
ff cabinet has drawers, drawers will need to be
removed and drawer fronts installed on front of cabinet.
Cutout preparation:
Decorative laminate --
Chamfer all exposed edges to
prevent chipping laminate.
Cut radius corners and file to
smooth edges and to prevent
cracking.

Venting system requirements
Venting system must terminate to the
outside.
Do Not terminate the vent system in an
attic or other enclosed space.
Do Not use 4qnch (10 cm) laundry-type
wall caps.
Use metal vent only, Exception: See
"optional venting under a concrete
slab", in "Venting methods" below,
Rigid metal vent is recommended, Do
not use plastic or metat foil vent.
To reduce risk of fire and to properly
exhaust air, be sure to vent air outside,
Do Not vent exhaust air into spaces
within walls or ceilings or into attics,
crawt spaces or garages,
Before making cutouts, make sure there
is proper clearance within the wall or
floor for the exhaust vent.
Do Not cut a joist or stud unless
absolutely necessary. If a joist or stud
must be cut, then a supporting frame
must be constructed.
Vent materials needed for installation
are not supplied.
Determine which venting method to use.
See "Venting methods," below.
Next, determine the equivalent vent length
using chart on Page 5. The maximum
equivalent vent length is 60 feet (18.3 m).
The blower housing is set to vent
straight out the back from the cooktop. To
vent down, left or right, see "Installation,"
Step 2, Page 6.
This downdraft cooktop is rated at
60 feet (18.3 m) of straight vent or the
equivalent.
• if vent length is 10 feet (3 m) or less,
6" (15.2 cm) diameter round vent may
be used.
oif vent length is more than 10 feet
(3 m), use 6" (15.2 cm) diameter round
or 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm)
rectangular vent.
Thermal breaks: In areas of extreme
cold weather, it may be necessary to
provide a short length of nonmetallic duct
as close to the wall as possible to prevent
thermal conduction along the metal vent.
For altitudes above 4,800 ft (1372 m),
reduce recommended vent run by 20%.
For the most efficient and
quietest operation:
[_ Use 26-gauge minimum galvanized or
25-gauge minimum aluminum metal
vent. Poor-quality pipe fittings can
reduce air flow. (Note: Local codes may
require a heavier-gauge material.)
Flexible metal vent is Not
recommended.
[_ Do Not exhaust more than one
downdraft cooktop into a single vent
system.
[_ The length of vent and number of
elbows should be kept to a minimum to
provide efficient performance.
[_ The size of the vent should be uniform.
[_ Use the fewest number of 90° elbows.
[_ Do Not install two elbows together.
[_ Make sure there is a minimum of 18"
(45.7 cm) of straight vent between the
elbows if more than one elbow is used.
(Elbows too close together cause
excess turbulence that reduces airflow.)
[_ Do Not use a 5" (12.7 cm) elbow in a
6" (15.2 cm) or 3-1/4" x 10"
(8.3 x 25.4 cm) system.
[_ Do Not reduce back to 5" (12.7 cm)
system after using 6" (15.2 cm) or
3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25A cm) fittings.
[_ Avoid forming handmade crimps.
Handmade crimps may restrict airflow.
[_ Use the recommended vent caps for
proper performance. If an alternate wall
or roof cap is used, be certain cap size
is not reduced and that it has a
backdraft damper.
[_ Use duct tape to seal all joints in the
vent system.
[_ Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof
opening around the cap.
Venting methods
The cooktop may be vented through the wall or floor. Common venting methods and the
types of materials needed are shown.
Make sure there is proper clearance within the wall or floor for exhaust vent before
making cutouts.
oolside wall peninsula peninsala
cabinet or island
inside wall to roof directly between
or overhang outside floor joists
:' t/\_-_ elbow
\
3=1/4"x 10"
(8,3 x 25A cm)
cabinet toe space
to outside

6"(15.2cm)roundmeta[vent
6"(15.2cm)transition
6"(15.2cm)
,round metal vent
/
\ round PVC
x, sewer pipe
6" (15.2 cm) max. 6" (t5.2 cm)
round 90° PVC Tightly pack gravel or sand round 90°
sewer pipe elbow completely around pipe. PVC sewer
pipe elbow
optional vent arrangement under
concrete sJab
12" (30.5 cm) 6" (15.2 cm) round transition
minimum PVC sewer pipe /
//6" (t5.2 cm)
/ round metal vent
walJ 6" (t5.2 cm) round
cap PVC coupling
(15.2 cm)
mira
42"
(10&7 cm)
max,
6" (t5.2 cm) round
PVC coupling
6" (15.2 cm)
round sewer pipe
6" (15.2 cm) round
90° PVC sewer
pipe eJbow
Tightly pack grave[ or sand
completely around pipe.
optiona[ vent arrangement through
window well under concrete sJab
6" (15.2 cm}
90° elbows
6" (15.2 cm)
waft cap
90° eUbows(3)
12feet (3.7 m) straight
Wall cap
Equivalent [ength of
6" (15.2cm) round system
= 15ft, (4.6 m)
= 12ft, (3.7 m)
0 ft, (0 m)
=27ft. (8.3 m)
Note: Flexible metal vent is Not recommended.
[f it is used, caUcuhte eachfoot (30 cm) of flexiMe vent
astwo feet (61 cm) of straight metal vent. Flexible
metal elbows count twice as much as standard elbows.
Determine equivalent length of vent. Maximum
equivalent length of vent is 60 ft {18.3 m).
List the number of each piece and length of straight vent you will use.
Multiply the equivalent length by the number of pieces. Add the totals
to get the total equivalent length of your system.
Vent
Piece
straight vent per lineal foot
3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 254 cm)
6" (15.2 cm) round
6" (15.2 cm) flexible
elbow
6" (t5.2 cm) round 45° elbow
6" (15.2 cm) round 90° elbow
_____?_ 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3x 25.4 cm)
flat elbow
3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm)
90" elbow
transition to round
__c:_ ::_ 3-1/4" x 10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm) to
i_-#_/: 6" (15.2 ore) 900 elbow
\ - 7/
........._a r flow
_ -1/4" x 10" (83 x 25.4 cm) to
6" (15.2 cm)
transition to fiat
......_, 6" (15.2 cm) to 3-1/4" x 10"
_ (8.3 x 25.4 ore) 90oelbow
_J2_-_ air flow
_6" 15.2 cm) to
/-_ :7,_ Y' 3-1/4" x 10" (8 3 x 25.4 cm)
...._ "q_ air flow
wall cap*
10" (8.3 x 25.4 cm)
6" (15.2 cm) round
roof cap*
lO,,x10,,/254x254ore/
thermal break
6" (t5.2 cm) round
Equivalent
Length
1ft. (30,5 cm)
t ft. (30.5 cm)
2 ft, (61 cm)
2.5 ft,
(76.2 cm}
5ft.
(1.5m)
12ft,
(3,7 m)
5ft.
(1.5 m)
9ft.
(2.7 m)
4.5 ft,
(1.4 m)
5ft.
(t.5 m)
1ft.
(30.5cm)
0 ft.
(0cm)
0 ft.
(0era)
0 ft.
(0cm)
2ft.
(61era)
No. of
Pieces/
Length
Total
Equivalent
Length
Total equivalent vent system length
Length for required wall/roof cap has already been incorporated
into rating for maximum vent system length. A suitable wall/roof
cap must be used.

[fcodespermitandaseparateground
wire[sused,it [srecommendedthata
qualifiedelectrician determine that the
ground path is adequate,
Do Not ground to a gas pipe,
Check with a qualified electrician [f you
are not sure cooktop is properly
grounded,
Do Not have a fuse in the neutral or
grounding circuit,
The downdraft cooktop must be
connected to the proper electrical voltage
and frequency as specified on the
model/serial rating plate. The model/serial
rating plate is located on the bottom of the
cooktop.
[_ A four-wire or three-wire, single-phase,
240-volt, 60-Hz, AC-oniy electrical
supply is required on a separate
30-ampere circuit, fused on both sides
of the line.
[_ A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. The fuse size must not
exceed the circuit rating of the
appliance as specified on the
model/serial rating plate.
[_ CONNECT WITH COPPER WIRE
ONLY.
[_ Connected directly to the fused
disconnect (or circuit breaker box)
through flexible, armored or non-
metallic sheathed, copper cable (with
ground wire).
[_ Flexible armored cable should connect
cooktop directly to the junction box.
[_ Fuse both sides of the line.
[_ Locate the junction box to allow as
much slack as possible between the
junction box and cooktop so that the
downdraft cooktop can be moved if
servicing is ever necessary.
[_ A twist-on connector and 1/2"
(!2.7 mm) U.L.- or CSA-listed conduit
connector must be provided at the
junction box.
The recommended minimum copper
wire size is No.-10 gauge. However,
wire sizes and connections 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
22.2
No. 0-M91 - latest edition** and all local
codes and ordinances. Wire sizes and
connections must conform with the rating
of the cooktop.
Copies of the standard listed may be obtained from:
* National Fire Protection Association
Batteryrnarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
** CSA international
8501 Bast Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131o5878
The wiring diagram is located on the
bottom of the cooktop.
Twist-on connector and 1/2" (12.7 mm)
U.L.- or CSA-iisted conduit connector are
not provided.
Removeshippingmaterialsand tape
from cooktop.
m The blower is set to vent straight out
the back of the cooktop.
To vent to the [eft side, right side or down
through the bottom of the cabinet, add an
elbow to the blower assembly exhaust vent.
It may be easier to connect appliance
cable to junction box before inserting
cooktop into cutout. See "Electrical
connections," Pages 6-8.
[_ front edge of downdraftcooktopis at least
1-1/2"(38.1ram)from front edgeof
countertopand parallelto countertop.
[_ rearedge of cooktopis at least3/4"
(!9.! mm) from rearwall as recommended.
[_ sideedgeof cooktopis atleast 6 inches
(!5.2 cm) from sidewall.
Connectvent system.See "Venting
requirements,"Pages4-5. Useduct tapeto
sealall joints.Ventmustendwith awall or
roofcapoutside thebuilding.
Thisoooktopmust be connectedto a
grounded, metallic permanent wiring
system or a ground connectorshould be
connected to the ground terminal or wire
lead on the eooktop.
Thiscooktopis manufacturedwith a frame
connected,green or bare groundwire. Connect
thecooktopcabletotheiunction boxthrough
the 1/2"(!2.7 ram)U.L.-or CSA4istedconduit
connector.Completeelectricalconnection
accordingtolocalcodes and ordinances.
5u Make the electrical connection:
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move
and install cooktop.
Failure to do so can result in back
or other injury.
Lift entire cooktop up from cutout
when positioning cooktop in
countertop opening.
3m Insertdowndraftcooktopintocutout.
Checkthat:
[_ cooktopis centeredin cutout.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Turn power supply off before
connecting wires.
Use 10-gauge solid copper wire.
Electrically ground cooktop.
Failure to follow these
instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.

For aH cooktop mode_s with three=wire cable from the cooktop: 1
Where local codes Do Not permit connect{ng the frame-
ground conductor to the neutram (white) junction box
wire. (Used for Canadian installations):
4-wire cable from power supply
Ungrounded red w,_ _..._._ /jjaection bo×
/__ -]1 J '_black wires
bare or green _"_¢_j_
1.D sconneot w,re......... \ orcsA,,ate,
pOWer SUpply. 3-wire cable conduit connector
2, Remove the junction from cooktop 1o
box cover from the junction box inside the cabinet,
3, Connect the flexible, armored cable from the cooktop to the 2.
junction box using a U,L,- or CSAqisted conduit connector,
Tighten screws on conduit connector, 3,
4, Connect the two black wires together; then connect the two red
wires together using twist=on connector, (See Figure 1,)
5, Connect the green or bare ground wire from the cooktop cable 4,
to the grounded wire in the junction box or other grounded
connector using twist-on connector,
6, Put a twist-on connector on end of white wire, Do Not connect 5.
bare ground wire to neutrat (white) wire in junction box.
7. Replace the junction box cover,
Where local codes permit connecting the frame-ground
conductor to the neutrat (white} junction box wire. (Not
used for Canadian installations):
3owire cable from power supply
red wires /junction bo×
Gro un ded twiat°oe
neutral connector
Figure 2
white wire
J
bare or /
green wire
3=wire cable _J U=L.- or CSA- listed
Disconnect from cooktop conduit connector
power supply,
Remove the junction box cover from the junction box inside
the cabinet,
Connect the flexible, armored cable from the cooktop to the
junction box using a U,L,=or CSAqisted conduit connector,
Tighten screws on conduit connector,
Connect the bare cooktop wire with the white wire; the two
red wires together; and the two black wires together using
twist=on connectors, (See Figure 2,)
Replace the junction box cover,
For air cooktop models with four=wire cable from the cooktop. (These cooktops are manufactured with white
[neutral] power supply wire and a cabinet-connected bare ground wire factory=crimped together.):
Where local codes Do Not permit connecting the frame-
ground conductor to the neutral (white) junction box
wire: (Used for Canadian installations):
4-wire cable from power suppty
red wires /junction box
Ungroundedneutra_ _h_to w_ros
_'_ \twist-on
Figure 3 bare or connector
green
wires
_ black wires
1o Disconnect 4-wire cable
power supply, from cookto \ U,L.- or CSAo listed
conduit connector
2. Remove the junction
box cover from the junction box inside the cabinet.
3, Connect the flexible, armored cable from the cooktop to the
junction box using a U.L.- or C.S.A.qisted conduit connector.
Tighten screws on conduit connector.
4, Connect the two black wires together; then connect the two red
wires together using twist-on connectors. (See Figure 3.)
& Separate the factory-crimped bare and white cooktop cable wires.
6, Connect the two white wires together using twist-on connectors.
7. Connect the bare ground wire from the cooktop cable to the
grounded wire in the junction box or other grounded connector
using twist-on connector. (See Figure 3.)
Do Not connect bare ground wire to neutral (white) wire in
junction box.
8, Replace the junction box cover,
Where local codes permit connecting the frame-ground
conductor to the neutrat (white) junction box wire. (Not
used for Canadian installations): 3-wire cable from
junction power supply
box _ ._
Grounded __ bUack
neutral wires
Figure 4 white _ ..//X,X,
wore
grounding oven cable [
wires -- factory _j
crimped /J
1, Disconnect 4-wire cable from cooktop
power supply.
2. Remove the junction
box cover from the junction box inside the cabinet,
3, Connect the flexible, armored cable from the cooktop to
the junction box using a U=L=-or C=S=A=qistedconduit
connector, Tighten screws on conduit connector,
4. Connect the two black wires together; the two red
wires together; and the factory=crimped bare and
white cooktop cable wires to the white (neutral) wire
in the junction box using twist=on connectors. (See
Figure 4.)
& Replace the junction box cover,
U.L.- or CSA-
tisted conduit
connector

For amJcooktop modeJs with four-
wire cabRe from the cooktop.
(These cooktops are
manufactured with white
(neutra 0 power supply wire and
a cabinet-connected bare ground
wire factonj=crimped together.):
Where local codes Do Not permit
connecting the frame-ground
conductor to the neutrat (white)
junction box wire:
1. Disconnect power supply.
2. Remove the junction box cover from
the junction box inside the cabinet=
3. Connect the flexible, armored cable
from the cooktop to the junction box
using a U.L.- or C.S.A.-listed conduit
connector. Tighten screws on conduit
connector.
4, Connect the two black wires together
and the two red wires together.
5, Separate the factory-crimped bare and
white cooktop cable wires.
6oConnect the two white wires together
using twist=on connectors.
7. Connect the bare ground wire from the
cooktop cable to a grounded wire in
the junction box or other grounded
connector using twist-on connector.
(See Figure 3.)
Do Not connect bare ground wire to
neutrat (white) wire in junction box.
8, Replace the junction box cover,
Check operation
u Turnon electricalsupply.
Checkthat cooktopsurfaceelements
heatand indicatorlightsare operatingcorrectly.
E Checkthat downdraftvent operates,if
thecooktopdoesnotoperate,disconnectthe
powersupply and checkthat wire connections
havebeenmadecorrectly'.
You have just finished installing your
new downdraft cooktop. To get the
most efficient use from your new
cooktop, read your Use & Care Guide.
Keep Installation instructions and
Guide cmoseto cooktop for easy
reference.
Coektopremevai
if removing the eooktop is necessary
for cleaning or maintenance:
1. Disconnect electrical supply,
2. Disconnect vent system.
3. Lift cooktop out of countertop to
complete cleaning or maintenance.
After cleaning and maintenance:
1. Reinstall cooktop in cutout.
2. Check that front edge of cooktop is
parallel to front edge of countertop.
3. Connect vent system,
4. Connect electrica! supply.
[_ Check that the circuit breaker is not
tripped or the house fuse blown.
[_ Check that the power supply cord is
plugged into the outlet (120 V models).
[_See Use and Care Guide for
troubleshooting list.
Note: Refer to Use and Care Guide for
operating and cleaning instructions.
If youneed
If you have questions about
operating, cleaning or maintaining
your cooktop:
[_ Refer to Use and Care Guide,
[_ Call the Customer interaction Center,
Check your Use and Care Guide for
a toll4ree number to call or call the
dealer from whom you purchased
this appliance, The dealer is listed in
the Yellow Pages of your phone
directory under "Appliances --
Household -- Major -- Service and
Repair,"
If yo.uneed
Maintain the quality built into your
cooktop by calling an authorized
service company.
To obtain the name and number of the
authorized service company:
[_ Contact the dealer from whom you
purchased your cooktop; or
[_ Look in the Yellow Pages of your
telephone directory under
"Appliances -- Household --
Major -- Service and Repair;" or
[_ Call the Customer interaction Center.
The toll4ree number is listed in your
Use and Care Guide=
When you call, you will need:
[_] The cooktop model number.
[_The cooktop serial number.
Both numbers are listed on the
model/serial rating plate located on the
underside of cooktop burner box.
Part No. 8285116
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