Whirlpool GXI6536DXS Installation Guide

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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 1¼" (3.0 cm), 
³⁄₈" (9.5 mm), ⁷⁄₆₄" (2.75 mm) and 
¹⁄₈" (3.0 mm) drill bits
Pilot hole drill bits (determined by chimney support 
attachment method)
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
2 - ½" (12.7 mm) UL listed or CSA approved strain reliefs
3 UL listed wire connectors
For vented installations, you will also need: 
1 wall or roof cap
Metal vent system
For non-vented (recirculating) installations, you will also 
need:
Recirculating Kit Part Number W10294734 for non-vented 
(recirculating) installations only. See “Assistance or Service” 
section to order.
6" (15.2 cm) round metal vent duct. Length required is 
determined by ceiling height. 
Parts supplied
Remove parts from packages. Check that all parts are included.
Hood ventilator assembly with vent transition, back draft 
damper, and light bulb installed.
Canopy glass
2 - Retainer brackets for hood glass canopy.
2 - Rubber seals (canopy glass)
Metal grease filter 
68 - 4 x 8 mm screws
4 - 5 x 45 mm screws
T-10 Torx
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 adapter
T-20 Torx
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 adapter
4 - Vent covers
4 - Plastic vent clips
Mounting template
Upper horizontal support bracket
Horizontal support
8 - Vertical supports
2- Vent cover supports
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.
Grounded electrical outlet is required. See “Electrical 
Requirements” section.
Because of the size and weight of this island hood, the chimney 
support must be securely attached to the ceiling.
For plaster or drywall ceilings, the chimney support must be 
attached to joists. If this is not possible, you must build a 
support structure behind the plaster or drywall. The support 
structure must be able to support 80 lbs (36.6 kg).
The range hood is factory set for venting through the roof or wall.
For non-vented (recirculating) Installation see “Non-vented 
(recirculating) Installations” in “Connect Vent System” section. 
Recirculating Kit Part Number W10294734 is available from your 
dealer or an authorized parts distributor. 
All openings in ceiling and wall where range 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.
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