Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionDoes the name Whirlpool show on the front of the stainless hood chimney? Thanks, Kim

Asked 9 years ago by Kim.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Kim, there is no Whirlpool logo on the front of the appliance.

  Answered 9 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (3)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: Questionwhat does the "convertible" mean? i need to know if this hood can be ceiling mounted (rather than wall mounted) for an island located range. thanks, kerian

Asked 8 years ago by kerian47.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer In this case convertible means that it can be used over an island, not needed to be hung on the wall. Hopefully this information is beneficial to you. Thank you for your inquiry regarding our Whirlpool appliances!

  Answered 8 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (2)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionWhat is the sound rating for the fan.....decibels? Give range if available.

Asked 8 years ago by MT.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer MT, This Range Hood has a 44dBA at working speed.

  Answered 8 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (2)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionI have a vent in the wall above the stove where my over-the-range microwave is currently vented. Can I re-use that opening for this range -hood ? Is there an manual online I can download and see how to install venting outside ?

Asked 5 years ago by IpUser.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hello IpUSer. Please visit https://bit.ly/3dBdeQJ and refer to pages 4-5 for more information. We hope this helps!

  Answered 5 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (1)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionCan this be mounted over an island cooktop?

Asked 7 years ago by Cheddar.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Cheddar, yes this can be.

  Answered 7 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (1)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this questionShow more answers (1)

Q: QuestionI need to know this range hood works on a 10 ft walls .. my house has 10 ft walls..?

Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes!

  Answered 9 years ago by AnonymousVerified Purchase

  Helpful (1)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this questionShow more answers (1)

Q: QuestionWhat is the item number needed to convert the unit to recirculating? How can I purchase the recirculation kit? If my ceiling is 10 feet tall, what is the item number for the duct cover extension?

Asked 1 year ago by Gen.

• A:Answer Hello, for model WVW57UC6FS, per the Installation Instructions, https://shorturl.at/xwTcZ Recirculation Kit Part Number W10294733 for non-vented (recirculating) installations only. The Extension Kit would be part number EXTKIT25FS. This will allow you to install your range hood to fit 12' (3.7 m) ceilings when the hood vent is installed at 32" (81.3 cm). Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

  Answered 1 year ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionWhat is the width of the shroud ?

Asked 2 years ago by TLC.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Externally Vented & Recirculating - Wall Range Hood - Black Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hello, please see page 5 of the Installation Instructions for the dimensions bit.ly/44qNHTr Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

  Answered 2 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionWhat is the width of the chimney on this model

Asked 2 years ago by Kappy.

• A:Answer Hello Kappy, please see page 4 of the attached link for the dimensions required. bit.ly/3vruW55 We hope this helps.

  Answered 2 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionI see questions that ask whether this can be mounted over an island answered by "yes". But I do not see that the hood has 4 sides that conceal the conduit. Does this hood have four sides? It seems to be designed for wall mounting. ASAP help!

Asked 2 years ago by AnxiousCEN.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Externally Vented & Recirculating - Wall Range Hood - Black Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hello! We can only recommend this be installed per the Owner's manual. bit.ly/3rldY5W Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

  Answered 2 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionDoes this hood range come with power cord? Need to be hardwired?

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

Q: QuestionWhat is the exact width? I am just a tad over 36" between cabinets

Asked 4 years ago by trip.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Externally Vented & Recirculating - Wall Range Hood - Black Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hello Trip! The model WVW51UC6HV, 36" Concave Glass Wall Mount Range Hood width is 36 inches. We hope this helps!

  Answered 4 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionIn the specs it states that there are two led light settings. When I press the light button it only goes on or off. How do you activate the two light levels?

Asked 4 years ago by DP.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Externally Vented & Recirculating - Wall Range Hood - Black Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi DP, this indicates there are two ways to use the lighting. On page 13 of the Owner's Manual, linked here: https://bit.ly/3pGof9Y you will find manual operation of the Task Lighting, then an "Ambient Lighting" setting. We hope this helps!

  Answered 4 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionCARBON FILTER

Asked 4 years ago by RICARDO.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi Ricardo, if you are going to install this Range Hood to recirculate, it will require a kit that contains a charcoal filter. You may access more information regarding the recirculating installation on page 4 of the "Installation Guide" linked here: https://bit.ly/38TE1EH

  Answered 4 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionHi, does it include all the required accesories to be ceiling-mounted for an island? Thanks!

Asked 4 years ago by Leito.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hello Leiober! The Installation Instructions can be found at the following link: https://bit.ly/382p2rX Please take a look at page 4, it show all parts that are needed as well as what is included for the install. Thank you for your inquiry! We hope this helps!

  Answered 4 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionBest Buy only has this extension kit for this whirlpool range hood: Model:EXTKIT10ES. Would this work?

Asked 4 years ago by AM.

• A:Answer Hey AM! Thank you for the inquiry! The Extension Kit needed for Range Hood model WVW53UC6FS is EXTKIT18FS. We hope this helps.

  Answered 4 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: Questioncan I purchase a replacement fan, mine started making noise and when disassembling notice fan is cracked.

Asked 5 years ago by Inky.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hello Inky. Please reach out to Best Buy Customer Care at 1(888)237-8289 for further assistance. We hope this helps.

  Answered 5 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionIs it available in white?

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer This Range Hood is only available in Stainless Steel.

  Answered 5 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question

Q: QuestionWhat will be the minimum chimney height? I have a 8' ceiling and would like to install this over my glass electric island cooktop. Thank you

Asked 5 years ago by Tina.

This question was asked about the related product: Whirlpool - 36 inches - Convertible - Wall Range Hood - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hi Tina,please visit https://bit.ly/3538rlU for details on installation requirements.Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

  Answered 5 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
  Helpful (0)Unhelpful (0)ReportAnswer this question