30" (76.2 CM) AND 36" (91.4 CM) RETRACTABLE (POP-UP) DOWNDRAFT VENT SYSTEM Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories, or service in the U.S.A., call: 1-800-422-1230 or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com. In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777, or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.ca.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES VENT SYSTEM SAFETY.................................................................3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS..................................................5 Tools and Parts..............................................................................5 Location Requirements.................................................................5 Electrical Requirements................................................................8 Venting Requirements...................
VENT SYSTEM SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4
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.
Product Dimensions Models with interior-mounted blower motor Models with exterior-mounted blower motor Top trim widths: 30" (76.2 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) 4³⁄₄" (12.1 cm) 13¹⁄₂" (34.3 cm) retractable vent height 13¹⁄₈" (33.4 cm) 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) 6⁹⁄₁₆" (16.7 cm) ³⁄₈" (0.95 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) for 30" (76.2 cm) vent 33" (83.8 cm) for 36" (91.4 cm) vent 5¹⁄₄" (13.3 cm) for 30" (76.2 cm) vent 8¹⁄₄" (21.0 cm) for 36" (91.4 cm) vent 28¹⁄₂" (72.4 cm) 13¹⁄₈" (33.4 cm) 10" (25.4 cm) diameter vent collar 8¹⁄₄" (21.
Cabinet Dimension Interior-mounted blower motor model Exterior-mounted blower motor model 10" (25.4 cm) ¹⁄₂" (12.7 mm) minimum A = ¹⁄₂" (12.7 mm) minimum 21⁵⁄₁₆" (54.1 cm) 21⁵⁄₁₆" (54.1 cm) Cutouts are for 3¹⁄₄" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) rectangular or 6" (15.2 cm) round vent system. Locate power supply junction box at lower left-hand rear corner of the cabinet. Locate power supply junction box at lower left hand rear corner of the cabinet.
B D C A E A. ½" (12.7 mm) minimum to backsplash or rear wall B. 3/4" (19.1 mm) maximum backsplash depth C. 271/2" (69.9 cm) on 30" (76.2 cm) models 331/2" (85.9 cm) on 36" (91.4 cm) models D. D = E + 113/16" (46.2 mm) E. Cooktop rear overhang 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.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INTERIOR-MOUNTED VENT MOTOR Venting Methods Island Location – Vent System Installed Under a Concrete Slab Using PVC Sewer Pipe Determine which venting method is best for your application. Vent system can terminate either through the wall or floor. Front- (Standard) Mounted Blower Motor Island Location Front-Mounted (Standard) Blower Motor B Rear-Mounted Blower Motor A D C M H L A A F K E G I J Rear-Mounted Blower Motor A.
To calculate the length of the system you need, add the equivalent feet (meters) for each vent piece used in the system. Vent Piece 3 /4" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) Rectangular Example Vent System C 6 ft (1.8 m) 1 B A 3 /4" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 5.0 ft 90° elbow (1.5 m) 1 2 ft (0.6 m) D 31/4" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 12.0 ft flat elbow (3.7 m) 31/4" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) 0.0 ft wall cap (0.0 m) Vent Piece 6" (15.2 cm) Round 45° elbow 2.5 ft (0.8 m) 90° elbow 5.0 ft (1.5 m) A.
5. Attach the support legs to the side of the vent box with 4 - 4 x 8 mm screws in each support leg. Adjust to dimension “Y” from the bottom of the vent box to the bottom of the support legs. Tighten screws. Left or Right Venting: 1. Using 2 or more people, place the downdraft vent system on its back. 2. Remove the 4 screws from the cover plate mounted to the face of the motor box and set them aside. C A Dim. “Y” B A. Motor box B. Support leg C.
Rear Mounting – Blower Motor NOTE: Optional blower motor rear-mounting position (opposite side) for island cabinet locations. The blower motor box assembly can be moved to the opposite side (rear) of the vent box. 1. Remove 7 screws from the mounting flanges of the blower motor box. Rear View Front View A A C B A A C A. Screws (6) B. Keyhole slot shoulder screws (2) C. 1/4" (6.4 mm) deep cover B A. Screws (7) B. Keyhole slot shoulder screws (2) C. Blower motor box A A. Deep cover 4.
6. Hold the wire-mounting plate and push the grommet out of the wire-mounting plate. A 14. Remove the front cover from the deep cover, place the front cover over the previously mounted cover box, and secure using the 4 screws previously removed. B A. Wire-mounting plate B. Grommet 7. Slide the wire assembly through the slot in the wire-mounting plate to remove it. 8. Place the wire assembly through the opening to the opposite side of the vent box. 9.
Complete Installation 2. Remove 4 screws attaching the terminal box cover. (Interior-Mounted Motor) NOTE: The downdraft vent system is supplied with a 31/4" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) back draft damper and a 6" (15.2 cm) round vent transition with damper. Refer to “31/4" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) Back Draft Damper” or “6" (15.2 cm) Round Vent Transition with Damper,” depending upon the type of venting you are using. A 31/4" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.4 cm) Back-Draft Damper 1. Attach the 3¼" x 10" (8.3 cm x 25.
5. Install the left and right undercounter mounting brackets to the vent box. Slide the keyhole slots over the guide tabs and push the brackets up to set them in place. 7. Check that the downdraft vent is level as shown below. Loosen the lower support leg screws and position the legs against the cabinet floor. B A B C A D A. B. C. D. Vent box Undercounter mounting bracket Keyhole slots Guide tabs B 6.
Make Electrical Connections WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Check Operation 1. Push and hold the button on the top of the downdraft vent for a few seconds. The retractable section of the downdraft vent will rise and the blower will be able to start using the control slider. Remove any protective film and use a stainless steel cleaner to clean any remaining grease. Position the top trim over the retractable section and snap trim into place.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EXTERIOR-MOUNTED VENT MOTOR CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and electrical shock, install the downdraft only with remote blower systems that are sold by Whirlpool Corporation. Model numbers UXI0600DYS (600 cfm) and UXI01200DYS (1200 cfm). NOTE: Exterior-mounted vent motor installations require an approved in-line blower motor system. Model numbers UXI0600DYS (600 cfm) and UXI1200DYS (1200 cfm) are available from your dealer or authorized parts supplier.
Install Vent System WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard 3. Slide the cover plate up and slip it over the keyhole slot shoulder screws. Set the cover aside. 4. Install the 10" diameter vent collar plate to the vent box where the cover plate was removed in the previous step. Secure using the 4 screws from the cover plate. 5. Go to the “Complete Installation (Exterior-Mounted Motor)” section. Use two or more people to move and install downdraft vent.
4. Install the left and right undercounter mounting brackets to the vent box. Slide the keyhole slots over the guide tabs and push the brackets up to set them in place. 6. Check that the downdraft vent is level as shown below. Loosen the lower support legs screws and position the legs against the cabinet floor. B A B C A D A. B. C. D. Vent box Undercounter mounting bracket Keyhole slots Guide tabs B 5.
Install Downdraft Vent In-Line (External Type) Blower Motor NOTE: Your downdraft vent requires you to purchase an in-line (external type) blower motor system. See “Blower Motor System” in the “Accessories” section. Prepare for Mounting the In-Line Blower System Install In-line Blower System NOTE: The blower motor housing can be mounted using 4 holes from either the inlet side or the outlet side of the blower.
4. Locate the electrical terminal boxes in the in-line blower housing and downdraft vent. Remove the terminal box covers and set the covers and screws aside. Make Electrical Connections for In-Line Blower Motor System WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. B A Replace all parts and panels before operating. A. Electrical terminal box B. Electrical knockout 5.
7. Use UL listed wire connectors and connect the gray wires (G) together. WARNING Make Electrical Power Supply Connection to Downdraft Vent WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground blower. Electrical Shock Hazard Connect ground wire to green and yellow ground wire in terminal box. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 8. Connect the green (or yellow/green) ground wire to the green/yellow ground wire (H) in the terminal box using UL listed wire connectors. 9.
4. Use UL listed wire connectors and connect white wires (B) together. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Check Operation 1. Push and hold the button on the top of the downdraft vent for a few seconds. The retractable section of the downdraft vent will rise and the blower will be able to start using the control slider. Remove any protective film and use a stainless steel cleaner to clean any remaining grease. Position the top trim over the retractable section and snap trim into place.
VENT SYSTEM USE The retractable downdraft vent system is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors, and odors from the cooktop area. ■■ For best results, the vent should be operating before cooking is started. ■■ If you use large or tall utensils, place them on the large rear element or burner surface. ■■ A higher heat setting than normally used may be needed when the downdraft vent is operating. ■■ For gas cooktops, the downdraft vent system may affect the flame stability and cooking performance.
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code there with your mobile device or visit http://kitchenaid.custhelp.com. In Canada, visit http://www.kitchenaid.ca. Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below: In Canada: In the U.S.A.
WIRING DIAGRAMS Interior-Mounted Blower Motor 7 BR 1 GY RD BR 1 N.O. COM BR BU BR BR N.O. COM RD N.C. GY 5 N.C. GY GY 3 N.O. COM N.C. 4 GY 2 WH YL/GN BK 1 GND L N 26 6 3 GY BU RD BR WH WH 11 9 10 12 WH 3 RD 4 GY RD 2 BK GY 1 6 BK 8 WH GY RD BK BU BU GY BR BK RD N.C. N.O.
1° Speed 2° Speed 3° Speed Note: Wiring for external blower motor 8 BK GY RD WH BR GY RD BR BK GY RD WH BR WH RD BR BR BU BK BR WH RD GY RD WH BU BK GY RD RD RD BK GY BR BU BK GY RD WH Common SEL0016521A 4° Speed Exterior-Mounted Blower Motor BR BR GY RD BR RD GY Component Layout GY BK WH YL/GN GND L N GY GY BR BR BU Motor Specifications GY BU Power supply 120VAC Frequency 60Hz Wattage rating 420W Amperage 3.7A Motor Resistance Blue - White 21.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If you need service In Canada Please refer to the warranty page in this manual. If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only factory specified parts. Factory specified parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new appliance.
KITCHENAID® MAJOR APPLIANCE LIMITED WARRANTY ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. Please have the following information available when you call the Customer eXperience Center: ■■ Name, address and telephone number ■■ Model number and serial number ■■ A clear, detailed description of the problem ■■ Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name and address IF YOU NEED SERVICE: 1.
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