Whirlpool Drop-In Electric Range - Manual (Page 4)

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Cabinet Dimensions
Cabinet opening dimensions shown are for 25" (64.0 cm)
countertop depth, 24" (61 cm) base cabinet depth and
36" (91.4 cm) countertop height.
IMPORTANT: If installing a range hood or microwave hood
combination above the range, follow the range hood or
microwave hood combination installation instructions for
dimensional clearances above the cooktop surface.
NOTE: 24" (61.0 cm) minimum when bottom of wood or metal
cabinet is protected by not less than
¹⁄₄" (0.64 cm) flame retardant
millboard covered with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel,
0.015" (0.4 mm) stainless steel, 0.024" (0.6 mm) aluminum or
0.020" (0.5 mm) copper.
30" (76.2 cm) minimum clearance between the top of the cooking
platform and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal
cabinet.
Electrical Requirements
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
range is properly grounded.
This range must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent
wiring system.
Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate
and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70-latest edition or CSA Standards C22.1-94, Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2 No. O-M91-latest edition, and
all local codes and ordinances.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, OH 44131-5575
Electrical Connection
To properly install your range, you must determine the type of
electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions
provided for it here.
■ Range must be connected to the proper electrical voltage
and frequency as specified on the model/serial number rating
plate. The model/serial number rating plate is located below
the electronic control on oven frame. See the following
illustration.
■ Models rated from 12.7 kW at 240 volts (9.5 at 208 volts)
require a separate 50-amp circuit.
■ A circuit breaker is recommended.
■ Flexible conduit from appliance should be connected directly
to the junction box.
■ Do not cut the conduit. The length of conduit provided is for
serviceability of the range.
■ A UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector must be
provided.
■ If the house has aluminum wiring follow the procedure below:
1. Connect a section of solid copper wire to the ends of the
flexible conduit 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.
A. 13" (33 cm) upper cabinet
depth
B. 30" (76.2 cm) min. opening
width
C. For minimum clearance to the
top of the cooktop,
see NOTE*.
D. 23 ¹⁄₄" (58.1 cm) opening
depth
E. 30" (76.2 cm) min. opening
width
F. Junction box - 5.5" (14 cm)
min. from either cabinet,
8
¹⁄₄" (21 cm) max. from floor
G. Cabinet door or hinge should
not extend into cutout.
H. 27 ¹⁄₂" (69.9 cm) top of
countertop to support slats
I. 6" (15.2 cm) wide support slat
on each side of cutout
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
A. Model/serial number plate
A