Whirlpool SC8720EDB0 Installation Instructions Manual

30" gas downdraft cooktop
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Downdraft Cooktop
Modules selected at time of purchase.
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Table of Contents:
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Before you start
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Cutout dimensions
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Clearance dimensions
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Product dimensions
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Tools and materials needed
Parts supplied
Electrical requirements
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Gas supply requirements
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E_ Venting requirements
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[-_ Installation steps
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Gas conversions
IBac k coverl Cooktop removal
IBac k ceverl Wiring diagram
Need assistance?
Check your Use and Care Guide for a toll-free number to call, or
call the dealer from whom you purchased the cooktop when you:
[] Have questions about the cooktop installation or operation.
[] Need to obtain the name and number of an authorized service
company.
The dealer is listed in the Yellow Pages of your phone directory
under "Appliances -- Household -- Major -- Service and Repair."
When you call, you will need:
[] The cooktop model number.
[] The cooktop serial number.
Both numbers are listed on the model/serial rating plate, located
on the bottom of the right side of the downdraft plenum.
Write both numbers down now before installing cooktop.
Model #
Serial #

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Summary of Contents for Whirlpool SC8720EDB0

  • Page 1 Quick Reference Table of Contents: Pages Before you start Cutout dimensions Clearance dimensions Product dimensions Tools and materials needed Parts supplied Electrical requirements Gas supply requirements E_ Venting requirements [-_ Installation steps Gas conversions IBac k coverl Cooktop removal IBac k ceverl Wiring diagram Need assistance? Check your Use and Care Guide for a toll-free number to call, or call the dealer from whom you purchased the cooktop when you:...
  • Page 2: What To Do If You Smell Gas

    Cabinet drawers under the Important: Observe all governing codes 28-7/8" (73.3 and ordinances. cooktop will need to be cutout width removed and the drawer Proper installationisyour responsibility. fronts installed • Make sure you have everything necessaryfor correct 20-15/16" permanently on front of installation.
  • Page 3: Recommended Grounding Method

    29-7/8" (75.9 cm) width Ph_illips safety glasses crewdriver regulator gun with Blower can be wrench weather- swiveled 900. proof caulking wiring box cover tape measure Not shown: container grease • gas line shutoff valve 3-5/16" 15-5/8" 11-7/8" • LP. gas-resistant pipe-joint compound (8.4 cm) (39.7 cm) (30.2 cm)
  • Page 4: Natural Gas

    certified by the American Gas Association shutoff valve (A.G.A.) for Natural or L.P. gas usage with "open" position appropriate conversion. (See "Gas to downdraft conversion" instructions, Page 7). The cooktop model/serial rating plate (located on the right side of the downdraft plenum) lists the type of to gas supply gas that can be used.
  • Page 5: Venting Methods

    Venting methods 28-7/8" 20-15/16" inside wall outside wall peninsula peninsula (73.3 cabinet or island 7-9/16" cabinet trans 3-1/4" x 10'_1_t II m transition < )/jelb°w elbow for venting through floor insidewall to roof directly outside or overhang between floor joists cabinettoe space to outside opening for venting...
  • Page 6: Installation

    Note: Cooktop shown with optional grill accessory, Injury Hazard Because of the weight and size of the cooktop, more than one person is required to move, lift and safely install it. Failure to follow these instructions could Check each burner result in serious injury.
  • Page 7: Check Operation

    Checkoperation Push in and turn each surface burner control knob to "LITE" position and then to "LO" position. The low flame should To adjust be a minimum, steady blue flame. grill burner {111_1 air shutter Do Not use a metal blade to pry off control knob;...
  • Page 8: Natural Gas Conversion

    Orifice hoods: right rear burner Natural -- Brass,drill size #53 (orifice dia. 0.0595") L.P. -- Blue, drill size #63 (orifice dia. 0.037") right front burner left rear - burner pressure regulator Orifice hoods: Natural -- Green, drill size #55 (orifice dia. 0.052") L.P.-- Zinc, drill size #66 (orifice dia.
  • Page 9: If Cooktop Does Not Operate

    If cooktop does not operate: After cleaning and maintenance: If removing the cooktop is necessaryfor [] Check that circuit breaker is not tripped or cleaning or maintenance: the house fuse blown. 1. Reinstall cooktop in cutout. 1. Shut off gas supply. 2, Check that front edge of cooktop is parallel [] Check that the power supply cord is to front edge of countertop.

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