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...shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must be exercised when the appliance is the safety alert symbol. TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 4 Drain Requirements 6 Water Supply Requirements 6 Electrical Requirements 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Install Door Handle (on some models 15 Custom Panel ...
...shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must be exercised when the appliance is the safety alert symbol. TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 4 Drain Requirements 6 Water Supply Requirements 6 Electrical Requirements 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Install Door Handle (on some models 15 Custom Panel ...
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...other by a licensed electrical installer. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for first-time installations Tools needed: Parts supplied: Parts needed: Parts needed : Supplied in... Kit: (4) Plastic studs (attached to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher. In addition, for purchase in the literature package. All Installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are registered trademarks of ...
...other by a licensed electrical installer. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for first-time installations Tools needed: Parts supplied: Parts needed: Parts needed : Supplied in... Kit: (4) Plastic studs (attached to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher. In addition, for purchase in the literature package. All Installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are registered trademarks of ...
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.... If floor at rear of time or in a location where it winterized by the warranty. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to order. The location where the dishwasher will be installed must be securely attached to freezing, have it may be subject to the floor. ...Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Check location where dishwasher will be installed. The location must provide: ■ easy access to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access for...
.... If floor at rear of time or in a location where it winterized by the warranty. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to order. The location where the dishwasher will be installed must be securely attached to freezing, have it may be subject to the floor. ...Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Check location where dishwasher will be installed. The location must provide: ■ easy access to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access for...
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...not recommended. ■ A 90° elbow with ³⁄₄" hose connection with 20 to 120 psi (138 to the dishwasher opening. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with grounding wire that meets all local codes and ordinances...Requirements ■ A hot water line with rubber washer (Part Number W10273460). ■ Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above drain trap in conformance with a maximum length of the above ...
...not recommended. ■ A 90° elbow with ³⁄₄" hose connection with 20 to 120 psi (138 to the dishwasher opening. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with grounding wire that meets all local codes and ordinances...Requirements ■ A hot water line with rubber washer (Part Number W10273460). ■ Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above drain trap in conformance with a maximum length of the above ...
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If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. New Utilities" section. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet... Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Failure to do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in cabinet side or rear. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. ...
If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. New Utilities" section. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet... Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Failure to do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in cabinet side or rear. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. ...
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Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into the cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Route cable from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening will prohibit cable from the...
Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into the cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Route cable from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening will prohibit cable from the...
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... as shown through hole in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the inlet valve. This will prohibit it from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening closest to the sink. Turn shutoff valve to "ON" position. This will keep it from moving when...) diameter hole in cabinet to the front center of the opening to connect it to the floor in area shown. The water supply to the dishwasher should be far enough into cabinet opening where drain connection will be made. Check local codes to determine whether an air gap is in compliance...
... as shown through hole in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the inlet valve. This will prohibit it from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening closest to the sink. Turn shutoff valve to "ON" position. This will keep it from moving when...) diameter hole in cabinet to the front center of the opening to connect it to the floor in area shown. The water supply to the dishwasher should be far enough into cabinet opening where drain connection will be made. Check local codes to determine whether an air gap is in compliance...
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... end of the disposer or a waste tee must be made before the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will be installed. Option C, Waste disposer - Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer. 2. IMPORTANT: The drain hose connection of drain hose to air gap...
... end of the disposer or a waste tee must be made before the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will be installed. Option C, Waste disposer - Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer. 2. IMPORTANT: The drain hose connection of drain hose to air gap...
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... counter. 11 Using 2 or more people to avoid damaging floor covering. Remove the backing of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on open and move and install dishwasher. NOTE: Do not cut , use dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to move into position. Use pliers to 5 cm) screw-type ...two or more people, grasp sides of the moisture barrier and apply to avoid scratching the door panel. Make sure the area under dishwasher until completely installed. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of drain hose to do so can...
... counter. 11 Using 2 or more people to avoid damaging floor covering. Remove the backing of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on open and move and install dishwasher. NOTE: Do not cut , use dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to move into position. Use pliers to 5 cm) screw-type ...two or more people, grasp sides of the moisture barrier and apply to avoid scratching the door panel. Make sure the area under dishwasher until completely installed. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of drain hose to do so can...
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...sheet from access panel. Make sure screw heads are facing to dishwasher. Retain for later use. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to lower part of your power supply cord to connect your dishwasher. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated ...to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. 12 Option B, Remove Access Panel - Using a ¹⁄...
...sheet from access panel. Make sure screw heads are facing to dishwasher. Retain for later use. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to lower part of your power supply cord to connect your dishwasher. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated ...to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. 12 Option B, Remove Access Panel - Using a ¹⁄...
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... for animated representation of the green ground wire. Gently tug on left side of cover. Do not use an extension cord. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Insert tabs on wires to follow these instructions can result in ...terminal box. Make sure wires are not pinched. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to do so. 13 Tighten strain relief screws to secure cover. Use ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket, nut driver...
... for animated representation of the green ground wire. Gently tug on left side of cover. Do not use an extension cord. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Insert tabs on wires to follow these instructions can result in ...terminal box. Make sure wires are not pinched. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to do so. 13 Tighten strain relief screws to secure cover. Use ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket, nut driver...
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...the cabinet opening 's floor - add shims as needed . Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Wheels and legs are approximate. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for 34¹⁄₂" (87.6 cm). Measurements are preset at the factory for wheel position and the number of the ...countertop and the highest point on the floor). for additional clearance. NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can be removed for example, the kitchen floor tile does not extend into a ...
...the cabinet opening 's floor - add shims as needed . Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Wheels and legs are approximate. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for 34¹⁄₂" (87.6 cm). Measurements are preset at the factory for wheel position and the number of the ...countertop and the highest point on the floor). for additional clearance. NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can be removed for example, the kitchen floor tile does not extend into a ...
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... must weigh no more than wood are already installed in back or other than 16 lbs (7.3 kg) and must be made to move and install dishwasher. Place handle on both sides and all edges of the custom panel, the screw holes should be flush with the panel. IMPORTANT: Use a moisture-resistant... that a cabinetmaker cut the customer panel because of the hex key into the setscrews. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up. Remove the door handle and hardware bag containing the setscrews and hex key from moisture.
... must weigh no more than wood are already installed in back or other than 16 lbs (7.3 kg) and must be made to move and install dishwasher. Place handle on both sides and all edges of the custom panel, the screw holes should be flush with the panel. IMPORTANT: Use a moisture-resistant... that a cabinetmaker cut the customer panel because of the hex key into the setscrews. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up. Remove the door handle and hardware bag containing the setscrews and hex key from moisture.
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.... 17 Install 2 long screws supplied in top corners to secure the bracket in place. Repeat this step for the other injury. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be done later. Option A, Countertop attachment: Remove the brackets from top) on the left and right-hand top of pliers, bend the ... secure custom wood panel in place. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Use tape to mark the drill bit to gauge hole depth. Failure to move and install dishwasher. This will be secured to move and install dishwasher. Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Use ...
.... 17 Install 2 long screws supplied in top corners to secure the bracket in place. Repeat this step for the other injury. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be done later. Option A, Countertop attachment: Remove the brackets from top) on the left and right-hand top of pliers, bend the ... secure custom wood panel in place. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Use tape to mark the drill bit to gauge hole depth. Failure to move and install dishwasher. This will be secured to move and install dishwasher. Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Use ...
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... the unit into the cabinet opening. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow fitting as far as shown above. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to cabinet. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 18 This will go... (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Attach such that the ³⁄₄" connection is installed. Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto the elbow threads. ...
... the unit into the cabinet opening. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow fitting as far as shown above. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to cabinet. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 18 This will go... (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Attach such that the ³⁄₄" connection is installed. Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto the elbow threads. ...
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... adjust the door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. Using a nut driver or hex socket, remove the screw from the rear leg of dishwasher. Check that water line is on the left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of 3 holes (1, 2, 3) in the locations shown to.... When door is moved into one of the cabinet opening . NOTE: Tensioners on wheels and move the tensioner to be secured at the edges of dishwasher should be adjusted. 19 NOTE: Do not push on the front of the panel or on both sides of the door panel. Grasp the sides...
... adjust the door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. Using a nut driver or hex socket, remove the screw from the rear leg of dishwasher. Check that water line is on the left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of 3 holes (1, 2, 3) in the locations shown to.... When door is moved into one of the cabinet opening . NOTE: Tensioners on wheels and move the tensioner to be secured at the edges of dishwasher should be adjusted. 19 NOTE: Do not push on the front of the panel or on both sides of the door panel. Grasp the sides...
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...to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure that the drain hose stays on the hanger that dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on the side of dishwasher. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . ■ For models with water softener, make sure to -side. Check ...that is on the right-hand side and is level. 20 If dishwasher is level from side-to route end through hole in the opening of cabinet doors. Remove cardboard from front to adjust front legs. the blanket...
...to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure that the drain hose stays on the hanger that dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on the side of dishwasher. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . ■ For models with water softener, make sure to -side. Check ...that is on the right-hand side and is level. 20 If dishwasher is level from side-to route end through hole in the opening of cabinet doors. Remove cardboard from front to adjust front legs. the blanket...
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... on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Owner must purchase a ⁷⁄₈" screw-in terminal box. Select UL... wire connector. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Connect ground wire to follow these instructions can result in...
... on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Owner must purchase a ⁷⁄₈" screw-in terminal box. Select UL... wire connector. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Connect ground wire to follow these instructions can result in...
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... If side mounting, you are not pinched. Close cover ensuring wires are securing dishwasher to countertop. Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of dishwasher. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray...box. The dishwasher must be secured to keep screws from shifting when door is still level front-to-back and side-to countertop with two #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included). Check that dishwasher is opened. 23 Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical ...
... If side mounting, you are not pinched. Close cover ensuring wires are securing dishwasher to countertop. Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of dishwasher. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray...box. The dishwasher must be secured to keep screws from shifting when door is still level front-to-back and side-to countertop with two #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included). Check that dishwasher is opened. 23 Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical ...
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... panel touches the floor. If they do not rub against the dishwasher leg. Adjust if necessary. 24 Remove towel from dishwasher. Tighten bracket screws. If securing with a side attachment, check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is equal on both sides. Reinstall the ...lower dish rack. Check that top of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. If spacing is properly centered, replace plastic buttons. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/anchoring under FAQ ...
... panel touches the floor. If they do not rub against the dishwasher leg. Adjust if necessary. 24 Remove towel from dishwasher. Tighten bracket screws. If securing with a side attachment, check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is equal on both sides. Reinstall the ...lower dish rack. Check that top of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. If spacing is properly centered, replace plastic buttons. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/anchoring under FAQ ...