Whirlpool KECT 365 User manual

ELECTRIC GLASS SURFACE
BUILT-INCOOKTOPS
36” MODEL: KECT365
30” MODEL: KECT305
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLER: FINAL CHECKLIST
IMPORTANT:
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BY
THE LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
PLACEMENT OF COOKTOP
Cl 1. Specified clearances maintained to adjacent surfaces.
0 2. Unit secure to countertop.
ELECTRICAL
Cl 1. Unit properly grounded.
El 2. Check that unit is connected to proper volt, amp and breaker ratings per
Electrical Specifications given in this booklet.
Cl 3. All connections made in accordance with local and/or National Electrical Code.
OPERATIONAL
Cl 1. Knobs installed on switches.
Cl 2. Individual element indicator light comes on when the element is turned on.
Unless instructed to leave for owner, remove all tags, labels, and internal packing
material.
THANK YOU INSTALLER:
1. Complete Installation Checklist.
2. Leave all literature for customer.
3. Notify dealer that installation is completed.
FOR DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS, FOLLOW METHODS DESCRIBED IN THIS FOLDER.

IMPORTANT: Read completely before installing to save time, work,
assure proper performance, and owner’s warranty protection.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
KECT 365 KECT 305
Voltage and Frequency 240 volts 60 Hertz 240 volts 60 Hertz
Maximum Watts 8100 watts 7ooo watts
Operating Load 33.75 amperes 29.2 amperes
Maximum
Device Size 40 amperes 40 amperes
Minimum Circuit Size 40 amperes 40 amperes
WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE
PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.
The bare copper wire in factory installed conduit is the unit ground wire, not a neutral conductor.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
All work should be done by a qualified electrician who is familiar with the National Electrical Code and/or Local Codes.
WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH
INDICATING THAT YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT.
Before installing unit be sure that the electrical supply meets the electrical specifications given in this booklet.
SECTION A - ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
A junction box, not provided, below the countertop is necessary for the connection of the 4-foot length of 112”
flexible conduit supplied with the cooktop. Figure A shows the location of the conduit.
All units are 3 inches deep. An additional l-112 inches at the. rear of the unit is needed for the electrical connec-
tions. See side view of Figure A.
FRONT VIEW
CONDUITLOCATION
SIDE VIEW
Fig. A
SECTION B - UNPACK UNIT
Remove all packing material from unit. Do not dispose of inner packaging - it is needed during installation
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FOR REPLACEMENT COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS G9 TO SECTION D
SECTION C - CABINET CONSTRUCTION - NEW INSTALLATIONS -
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS ONLY.
All cooktops are designed for installation in a base cabinet with
a countertop depth of 24”. For information on top cabinet loca-
tion see notes below.
Countertop cutout dimensions are given in Figure 1. When the
illustration is followed the required clearances from the front edge
of countertop and the nearest vertical and rear walls will be
obtained.
NOTE: To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over the heated surface
elements, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop 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 beyond the bottom of the
cabinets.
NOTE: “A” = 30 Mmin. clearance between the top of the cooking surface and
the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet.
“A” = 24” min. when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less
than 114” flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet
steel, 0.024” aluminum, 0.015” stainless steel or 0.020” copper.
BASECABINET’
CUT-OUT DIMENSIONS FOR NEW
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Flg. 1
CONTINUE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITH SECTION E - INSTALLING UNIT
SECTION D - CABINET CONSTRUCTION - REPLACEMENT INSTALLATIONS
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR REPLACEMENT INSTALLATIONS ONLY.
All cooktops are designed for installation in a base cabinet with
a countertop depth of 24”. For information on top cabinet loca-
tion see notes below.
The minimum and maximum countertop cutout dimensions are
given in Figure 2 and chart below. The side wall clearances in
the diagram are recommended clearances.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to comply with UL safety standards
the front edge of the cooktop must be a minimum of l-112” from
the front edge of the countertop. See Figure 3.
NOTE: To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over the heated surface
elements, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop 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 beyond the bottom of the
cabinets.
NOTE: “A” = 30” min. clearance between the top of the cooking surface and
the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet.
“A” = 24 ” min. when bottom of wood or metal cabinet is protected by not less
than 114” flame retardant millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet
steel, 0.024 ” aluminum, 0.015 II stainless steel or 0.020 ” copper.
COUNTERTOP J
&SE CABINET
CUT.OUT,OIMENSION FOR REPLACEMENT
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Fig. 2
KECT 365’ KECT 305’

SECTION E - INSTALLING UNIT
STEP 1: Remove mounting hardware and foam seal strip from packaging.
STEP 2: Place cooktop in countertop cutout. Center and align cooktop making sure that required clearances are
maintained. Draw an outline of the back edge of the cooktop onto the countertop using a pencil or any
erasable/removable marker. Remove cooktop from opening and place upside down on inner packaging.
STEP 3: If your cutout is less than 19112 I)front to back proceed with Step 4. If your cutout is greater than 19112”
front to back the cooktop must be centered to hold the cooktop/countertop alignment. To center screw
the four l-1/4” centering screws into the two front and two back mounting holes by hand. See Figure 4.
Turning the screws adjusts their length to fill the space between the front or back of the COOktOPand
the countertop cutout. To adjust the back centering screws measure the distance - Dim. “D” - between
the back of the cutout and the cooktop outline.’ See Figure 4. Adjust the length of the back centering
screws until the distance between the screw head and the edge of the cooktop equals Dim. “D”. Do
not adjust front centering screws at this time.
STEP 4: While removing the backing paper place the foam
seal strip l/8” from the inside edge of the glass
in one continuous piece (strip will overlap four sup
port brackets). See Figure 5. Cut off any excess
material.
STEP 5: Using the 5/16 fl screws, loosely screw the plain
end of clamping brackets into each hole on the bot-
tom of the cooktop. See Figure 6. Rotate the
brackets inward. Return cooktop to countertop
cutout using outline as a guide for lowering cooktop
into cutout. If cooktop is not properly aligned, lift
complete unit and lower again. This-is toprevent
any damage to the foam seal strip.
Fig. 4
If you centered your cooktop (Step 3) adjust the front screws until the cooktop is held firmly in place
before proceeding.
Rotate clamping bracket out and tighten 5/16 ti screws. Thread 2-l/2 fl clamping screw through threaded
inset in bracket. Tighten the clamping screws with a screwdriver until the screws are tight against the
countertop.
Remove outline marking on countertop.
SUPPCRT
COOKTOP
STEP 4
Fig. 5
Using entire length of conduit, properly connect power supply leads trom the unit to the junction box. DO NOT
CUT CONDUIT.
WARNING: IMPROPER CONNECTION OF WIRES MAY DAMAGE COOKTOP. IF JOINING TO ALUMINUM
HOUSE WIRING PURCHASE CONNECTIONS FOR JOINING COPPER TO ALUMINUM AND FOLLOW THE
MANUFACTURER’S DIRECTIONS CLOSELY.
Refer to Installation Checklist on front cover of this booklet.
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