Whirlpool WVW51UC6FS Manual

30" AND 36" (76.2 AND 91.4 CM)
WALL‑MOUNT CANOPY RANGE HOOD
Installation Instructions and Use and Care Guide
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HOTTE DE CUISINIÈRE À MONTAGE MURAL
DE30" ET 36" (76,2 ET 91,4 CM)
Instructions d’installation et Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service, composer le 1-800-807-6777
ou visiter notre site Web à www.whirlpool.ca
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting
installation. Read and follow the instructions provided
with any tools listed here.
Tools Needed
■Level
■Drill with 11/4" (3.2 cm), 1/8" (3.2 mm),
and 5/16" (7.9 mm) drill bits
■Pencil
■Wire stripper or utility knife
■Tape measure or ruler
■Pliers
■Caulking gun and weatherproof caulking compound
■Vent clamps
■Jigsaw or keyhole saw
■Flat-blade screwdriver
■Metal snips
■Phillips screwdriver
Parts Needed
■Home power supply cable
■1/2" (12.7 mm) UL Listed or CSA approved strain relief
■Three UL Listed wire connectors
For Vented Installations, You Will Also Need:
■One wall or roof cap
■Metal vent system
For Non-Vented (Recirculating) Installations,
You Will Also Need:
■Recirculation Kit - for non-vented (recirculating) installations
only. See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
■6" (15.2 cm) diameter round metal vent duct -
length required is determined by ceiling height.
Parts Supplied
Remove parts from packages. Check that all parts are included.
■Hood canopy assembly with blower, LED lights and
canopy glass already installed
■Vent transition with back draft dampers installed
■Vent cover support bracket
■Metal grease filter
■Mounting template
■Two – piece vent cover
■Two – 3.5 x 9.5 mm mounting screws (Phillips)
■Four – 4.2 x 8 mm screws (T20®† drive)
■Six – 5 x 45 mm mounting screws (#2 Phillips)
■Four – 5.4 x 75 mm screws (Phillips) (for 10 x 60 mm
wall anchors)
■Two – 8 x 40 mm wall anchors
■Four – 10 x 60 mm wall anchors
■T20® Torx®† adapter
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Have a qualified technician install the range hood. 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 behind the left filter on the rear wall
of the vent hood.
Canopy hood location should be away from strong draft areas,
such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents.
Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions provide minimum clearance.
This range hood is recommended for use with cooktops with
a maximum total rating of 65,000 BTUs or less.
Grounded electrical outlet is required. See the “Electrical
Requirements” section.
The canopy hood is factory set for venting through the roof
or wall. For non-vented (recirculating) installation, see “For
non-vented (recirculating) installation only” in the “Connect
Vent System” section. Recirculation Kit is available from your
dealer or an authorized parts distributor. See the “Assistance or
Service” section to order.
All openings in ceiling and wall where canopy hood will be
installed must be sealed.
For Mobile Home Installations
The installation of this range hood 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
20"
(50.8 cm)
30" (76.2 cm) or
36" (91.4 cm)
13³⁄₁₆"
(33.5 cm)
10
⁷⁄₈
"
(27.6 cm)
†®TORX and T20 are registered trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC.

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* For non-vented (recirculating) installations
** For vented installations
Cabinet Dimensions
* For non-vented (recirculating) installations
IMPORTANT:
Minimum distance “X”: 24" (61 cm)
from electric cooking surface
Minimum distance “X”: 27" (68.6 cm)
from gas cooking surface
Suggested maximum distance “X”: 36" (91.4 cm)
The chimneys can be adjusted for different ceiling heights.
See the following chart.
Vented Installations
Min. ceiling height Max. ceiling height
Electric cooking
surface 7' 4" (2.23 m) 9' 5" (2.87 m)
Gas cooking
surface 7' 7" (2.31 m) 9' 5" (2.87 m)
Non-Vented (Recirculating) Installations
Min. ceiling height Max. ceiling height
Electric cooking
surface 7' 4" (2.23 m) 9' 9" (2.97 m)
Gas cooking
surface 7' 7" (2.31 m) 9' 9" (2.97 m)
NOTE: The range hood chimneys are adjustable and designed
to meet varying ceiling or soffit heights depending on the
distance “X” between the bottom of the range hood and the
cooking surface. For higher ceilings, a Chimney Extension Kit is
available from your dealer or an authorized parts distributor. The
chimney extension replaces the upper chimney shipped with the
range hood. See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.
Venting Requirements
(vented models only)
■Vent system must terminate to the outdoors except
for non-vented (recirculating) installations.
■Do not terminate the vent system in an attic or other
enclosed area.
■Do not use 4" (10.2 cm) laundry-type wall cap.
■Use metal vent only. Rigid metal vent is recommended.
Plastic or metal foil vent is not recommended.
■The length of vent system and number of elbows should
be kept to a minimum to provide efficient performance.
For the Most Efficient and Quiet Operation:
■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.
■Do not install two elbows together.
■Use clamps to seal all joints in the vent system.
■The vent system must have a damper. If the roof
or wall cap has a damper, do not use the damper
supplied with the range hood.
■Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof opening
around the cap.
■The size of the vent should be uniform.
Cold Weather Installations
An additional back draft damper should be installed to minimize
backward cold air flow and a thermal 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.
17
³⁄₁₆" (43.7 cm)
**27¹⁄₈" (68.9 cm) min.
**41¹⁄₈
" (104.5 cm) max.
*27¹⁄₈" (68.9 cm) min.
*45¹⁄₂" (115.6 cm) max.
10" (25.4 cm) min.
13" (33.0 cm) max.
9¹⁄₂" (24.1 cm)
2" (5.1 cm) min.
9" (22.9 cm) min.*
Centerline
Side
cabinet Side
cabinet
Vent and po
wer
supply cable
entry location
20" (50.8 cm)* min.
30" (76.2 cm) or
36" (91.4 cm)
“X”
bottom of
canopy
to cooking
surface
10" (25.4 cm) min.
13" (33.0 cm) max.
Cooking surface

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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.
Venting Methods
This canopy hood is factory set for venting through the roof
or wall.
A 6" (15.2 cm) round vent system is needed for installation
(not included). The hood exhaust opening is 6" (15.2 cm) round.
NOTE: Flexible vent is not recommended. Flexible vent
creates back pressure and air turbulence that greatly
reduce performance.
Vent system can terminate either through the roof or wall.
To vent through a wall, a 90° elbow is needed.
Rear Discharge
A 90° elbow may be installed immediately above the hood.
For Non-Vented (Recirculating) Installations
If it is not possible to vent cooking fumes and vapors to the
outside, the hood can be used in the non-vented (recirculating)
version, fitting a charcoal filter and the deflector. Fumes and
vapors are recycled through the top grille.
Calculating Vent System Length
To calculate the length of the system you need, add the
equivalent feet (meters) for each vent piece used in the system.
Vent Piece 6" (15.2 cm) Round
45° elbow 2.5 ft (0.8 m)
90° elbow 5 ft (1.5 m)
Maximum equivalent vent length is 35 ft (10.7 m).
Example Vent System
The following example falls within the maximum
recommended vent length of 35 ft (10.7 m).
1 - 90° elbow = 5 ft (1.5 m)
1 - wall cap = 0 ft (0 m)
8 ft (2.4 m) straight = 8 ft (2.4 m)
Length of system = 13 ft (3.9 m)
Electrical Requirements
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/rating plate is located behind the left filter
on the rear wall of the range hood.
■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.
Non-Vented
(Recirculating)
Wall VentingRoof Venting
A
A
B
B
B
A
A. Deflector
B. 6" (15.2 cm)
round vent
A. Wall cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm)
round vent
A. Roof cap
B. 6" (15.2 cm)
round vent
90 Elbo
w6 ft (1.8 m)
2 ft
(0.6 m)
Wall cap

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare Location
■It is recommended that the vent system be installed
before hood is installed.
■Before making cutouts, make sure there is proper
clearance within the ceiling or wall for exhaust vent.
■Check your ceiling height and the hood height
maximum before you select your hood.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Determine which venting method to use: roof, wall,
or non-vented.
3. Select a flat surface for assembling the range hood.
Place covering over that surface.
4. Using two or more people, lift range hood onto
covered surface.
5. Remove wood base from range hood and dispose
of properly.
6. Remove the metal grease filter and the white foam shipping
block from inside the range hood located below the blower.
Range Hood Mounting Screws Installation
1. Determine and mark the centerline on the wall where
the canopy hood will be installed.
2. Select a mounting height between a minimum of 24" (61 cm)
for an electric cooking surface, a minimum of 27" (68.6 cm)
for a gas cooking surface, and a suggested maximum of
36" (91.4 cm) above the range to the bottom of the hood.
Mark a reference line on the wall.
3. Tape template in place, aligning the template centerline
and bottom of template with hood bottom line and with
the centerline marked on the wall.
4. Mark centers of the fastener locations through the template
to the wall.
IMPORTANT: All canopy mounting screws must be installed
into wood where possible. If there is no wood to screw into,
additional wall framing supports may be required or use
the (4) 10 x 60 mm wall anchors and 5.4 x 75 mm screws.
Remove the template.
5. For wood, drill 3/16" (4.8 mm) pilot holes at all locations
where screws are being installed into wood.
For wall anchors, drill 7/16" (10 mm) holes at all locations
where wall anchors are being used.
6. For wood, install (2) 5 x 45 mm mounting screws. Leave
a 1/4" (6.4 mm) gap between the wall and the back of the
screw head to slide range hood into place.
For wall anchors, install the 10 x 60 mm wall anchors
and install the 5.4 x 75 mm screws into the wall anchors.
Tighten until the wall anchors are secure. Back the screws
out 1/4" (6.4 mm).
Vent Cover Bracket Installation
1. Attach vent cover bracket to wall flush to the ceiling using (2)
5 x 45 mm screws. Use the optional wall anchors if needed.
Complete Preparation
1. Determine and make all necessary cuts in the wall for the
vent system. Install the vent system before installing the
hood. See “Venting Requirements” section.
2. Determine the required height for the home power supply
cable and drill a 11/4" (3.2 cm) hole at this location.
3. Run the home power supply cable according to the National
Electrical Code or CSA Standards and local codes and
ordinances. There must be enough 1/2" (12.7 mm) conduit
and wires from the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker) box
to make the connection in the hood’s electrical terminal box.
NOTE: Do not reconnect power until installation is complete.
4. Use caulk to seal all openings.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
range hood.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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Install Range Hood
NOTE: Remove protective film from range hood and metal filters.
1. Using two or more people, hang range hood on two
mounting screws through the mounting slots on back of
hood.
2. Remove the grease filter. See “Range Hood Care” section.
3. Level the range hood and tighten upper mounting screws.
4. Install (2) 5 x 45 mm lower mounting screws and tighten.
Use the optional wall anchors if needed.
Connect Vent System
1. Install transition on top of hood (if removed for shipping)
with (2) 3.5 x 9.5 mm sheet metal screws.
For vented installations only:
1. Fit vent system over the exhaust outlet.
2. Seal connection with clamps.
3. Check that back draft dampers work properly.
For non-vented (recirculating) installation only:
1. Assemble the air deflector with the duct cover bracket
using (4) 4.2 x 8 mm screws.
2. Measure from the bottom of the air deflector to the bottom
of the hood outlet.
3. Cut the duct to the measured size “X.”
4. Remove the air deflector.
5. Slide the duct onto the bottom of the air deflector.
6. Place the assembled air deflector and duct over
the exhaust outlet from the hood.
7. Reassemble the air deflector to the duct cover
bracket with the four assembly screws.
8. Seal connections with vent clamps.
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A
A. Mounting screws
B. Mounting slots
C. Lower mounting screws
B
A
A. Vent transition
B. 3.5 x 9.5 mm screw
A
B
C
A. Assembly screws
B. Air deflector
C. Duct cover bracket
X
A
C
D
B
E
A. Air deflector
B. Vent clamp
C. X = length to cut vent duct
D. Vent duct
E. Exhaust outlet

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Make Electrical Connection
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove terminal box cover.
3. Remove the knockout in the terminal box and install
a UL Listed or CSA approved 1/2" (12.7 mm) strain relief.
4. Run home power supply cable through strain relief
into terminal box.
5. Use UL Listed wire connectors and connect
black wires (E) together.
6. Use UL Listed wire connectors and connect
white wires (C) together.
7. Connect green (or bare) ground wire from home power
supply to yellow-green ground wire (F) in terminal box
using UL Listed wire connectors.
8. Tighten strain relief screw.
9. Install terminal box cover.
10. Check that all light bulbs are secure in their sockets.
11. Reconnect power.
Install Vent Covers
NOTE: Remove protective film from the vent covers.
1. When using both upper and lower vent covers, push lower
cover down onto hood, and then lift upper cover to ceiling
and install with (2) 4.2 x 8 mm screws.
NOTE: For vented installations the upper vent cover
may be reversed to hide slots.
WARNING
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.
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B
A
A. Terminal box
B. Knockout
C. Terminal box cover
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
A. Home power supply cable
B. UL Listed or CSA
approved strain relief
C. UL Listed wire connectors
D. White wires
E. Black wires
F. Green (or bare) and
yellow-green ground wires
G. Terminal box
WARNING
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.
C
A
B
A. Bracket
B. 4.2 x 8 mm screws
C. Vent cover

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2. Secure the bottom of the duct with (2) 4.2 x 8 mm screws. Complete Installation
1. For non-vented (recirculating) installations only, install
charcoal filters over metal grease filter. See the “Range
Hood Care” section.
2. Install metal filters. See the “Range Hood Care” section.
3. Check the operation of the range hood blower and light.
See the “Range Hood Use” section.
NOTE: To get the most efficient use from your new range hood,
read the “Range Hood Use” section.
RANGE HOOD USE
The range hood is designed to remove smoke, cooking
vapors, and odors from the cooktop area. For best results,
start the hood before cooking, and allow it to operate several
minutes after the cooking is complete to clear all smoke and
odors from the kitchen.
The hood controls are located on the front side of the canopy.
Range Hood Controls
Operating the light
The On/Off light button controls both lights. Press once
for On and again for Off.
Operating the blower
The Blower Speed buttons turn the blower on and control the
blower speed and sound level for quiet operation. The speed
can be changed anytime during fan operation by pressing the
desired Blower Speed button.
The Blower Off button turns the blower off.
A
B
C
D
F
E
G
A. Duct cover holes
B. Duct cover
C. Control panel
D. Glass canopy
E. Grease filter
F. LED lights
G. Grease filter release handle
ABCDE
A. Blower speed maximum button
B. Blower speed medium button
C. Blower speed minimum button
D. Blower off button
E. On/Off light button