Whirlpool UXL5430BSS - Manual

Venting Methods
This range hood is factory set for venting through the roof or through
the wall.
The vent system needed for installation is not included. A 6"
(15.2 cm) round vent system is recommended.
Calculate Vent System Length
The recommended vent system is 6" (15.2 cm) round vent with a
maximum length of 35 ft (10.7 m). For the best performance, use no
more than three 90° elbows.
To calculate the length of the system, add the equivalent feet (meters)
for each of the vent pieces used in the system.
Vent Piece 6" (15.2 cm)
45° elbow 2.5 ft
(0.8 m)
90° elbow 5.0 ft
(1.5 m)
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
CABINET DIMENSIONS
UXL5430B
Electrical Requirements:
● A 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical
circuit is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this range hood be provided.
● This range hood is equipped with a power supply cord having
a 3 prong grounding plug.
30" Hood Liner
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. W10487239D
3/12/14
A. 12" (30.5 cm) min. upper
cabinet height
B. 30" (76.2 cm) or 36" (91.4 cm)
cabinet opening width*
C. 24" (61 cm) min. 36" (91.4 cm)
suggested max. bottom of
cabinet to cooking surface
D. 12" (30.5 cm) cabinet depth*
E. 15" (38.1 cm) min. clearance
upper cabinet to countertop
F. 36" (91.4 cm) base cabinet
height
F
A
B
C
D
E
VENTING REQUIREMENTS
● Vent system must terminate to the outside, except for nonvented
(recirculating) installations.
● Do not terminate the vent system in an attic or other enclosed area.
● Do not use a 4" (10.2 cm) laundry-type wall cap.
● Use metal vent only. A rigid metal vent is recommended. Plastic or
metal foil vent is not recommended.
● The length of the 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" (61.0 cm) of straight vent
between the elbows if more than 1 elbow is used.
● Do not install 2 elbows together.
● The vent system must have a damper.
● Use clamps to seal all joints in the vent system.
● Use caulking to seal exterior wall or roof opening around the cap.
● The size of the vent should be uniform.
Roof Venting Wall Venting
A. 6" (15.2 cm) vent through
the roof
B. Roof cap
A. 6" (15.2 cm) vent through
the wall
B. Wall cap
A
B
A
B
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* NOTE: 30" (76.2 cm) cabinet width can be 12" (30.5 cm)
deep or 18" (45.7 cm) deep cabinets.
36" (91.4 cm) cabinet width requires 18" (45.7 cm) deep
cabinets.
For 18" (45.7 cm) deep cabinets, an optional “Face Panel
Rear Extension” (30" [76.2 cm]) or “Face Panel” (36"
[91.4 cm]) must be purchased separately. See “Assistance
and Service” section to order.