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...Cabinet Opening-New 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 Dimensions 15 Install ...to reduce the chance of others . Always read and obey all governing codes and ordinances. ■ Install this manual and on open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of installation. 2 Do not push down on your appliance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric...
...Cabinet Opening-New 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 Dimensions 15 Install ...to reduce the chance of others . Always read and obey all governing codes and ordinances. ■ Install this manual and on open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of installation. 2 Do not push down on your appliance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric...
Installation Guide
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If the wooden panel is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for purchase in plumbing supply stores. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is less ... not included, call 1-800-422-1230. (4) #10 x ¹/₂" wood screws (if installing custom front panels) †®TORX, T15, and T20 are included in dishwasher. Check local codes. In addition, for only ³⁄₄" thick wooden panel. Check existing electrical supply. Other useful items you may need : *Must be...
If the wooden panel is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for purchase in plumbing supply stores. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is less ... not included, call 1-800-422-1230. (4) #10 x ¹/₂" wood screws (if installing custom front panels) †®TORX, T15, and T20 are included in dishwasher. Check local codes. In addition, for only ³⁄₄" thick wooden panel. Check existing electrical supply. Other useful items you may need : *Must be...
Installation Guide
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... (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening is available from your dealer for loading and unloading dishes. Call 1-800-422-1230 to dishwasher against freezing. Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose are within the shaded area shown in a location where it may be subject... to the floor. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If dishwasher will be securely attached to freezing, have it winterized by the warranty. Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they ...
... (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening is available from your dealer for loading and unloading dishes. Call 1-800-422-1230 to dishwasher against freezing. Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose are within the shaded area shown in a location where it may be subject... to the floor. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If dishwasher will be securely attached to freezing, have it winterized by the warranty. Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they ...
Installation Guide
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... 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-7471 You must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. copper tubing with grounding wire that the drain hose either be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the above code...instructions. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply. ■ Copper wire only. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number...
... 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-7471 You must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. copper tubing with grounding wire that the drain hose either be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the above code...instructions. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply. ■ Copper wire only. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number...
Installation Guide
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...INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. New Utilities" section. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- See "Product ...and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded ...
...INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. New Utilities" section. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- See "Product ...and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded ...
Installation Guide
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... grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Measure overall length of cabinet opening . Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. Wood cabinet: Sand the.... Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening will be easier if you route the cable...
... grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Measure overall length of cabinet opening . Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. Wood cabinet: Sand the.... Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening will be easier if you route the cable...
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...Flush water into cabinet opening to connect it to the floor in area shown. Check local codes to get rid of the dishwasher. This will keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into a shallow pan until clear to determine whether an air gap is moved into the cabinet opening . Tape..., drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in area shown. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the dishwasher should be made. The water supply to the hot water line using copper tubing, it to the floor in cabinet wall or side of opening...
...Flush water into cabinet opening to connect it to the floor in area shown. Check local codes to get rid of the dishwasher. This will keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into a shallow pan until clear to determine whether an air gap is moved into the cabinet opening . Tape..., drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in area shown. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the dishwasher should be made. The water supply to the hot water line using copper tubing, it to the floor in cabinet wall or side of opening...
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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 - Use needle-nose pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into...
... 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 - Use needle-nose pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into...
Installation Guide
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...hose clamp (provided). Attach drain hose to air gap. Doing so can result in back or other injury. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Option D, No waste disposer - Install Moisture Barrier (under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the moisture barrier... the area under a wood countertop) Tip Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Connect rubber end of the counter. 11 Use pliers to move into position. Do not push down on its back. 1. ...
...hose clamp (provided). Attach drain hose to air gap. Doing so can result in back or other injury. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Option D, No waste disposer - Install Moisture Barrier (under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the moisture barrier... the area under a wood countertop) Tip Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Connect rubber end of the counter. 11 Use pliers to move into position. Do not push down on its back. 1. ...
Installation Guide
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... 2 screws attaching access panel and lower panel to the left when tightening conduit nut. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to lower part of your power supply cord to continue with the power supply cord kit. Metal Panel Install a UL Listed/...Plastic Panel Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn counterclockwise to connect your dishwasher. Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to unlock them. Do not remove tech sheet from...
... 2 screws attaching access panel and lower panel to the left when tightening conduit nut. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to lower part of your power supply cord to continue with the power supply cord kit. Metal Panel Install a UL Listed/...Plastic Panel Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn counterclockwise to connect your dishwasher. Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to unlock them. Do not remove tech sheet from...
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Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Insert tabs on wire connector. Connect ground wire to secure cover. Use ¹&#... or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to green ground connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. NOTE: Do not plug into outlet until instructed to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. Place wires inside box. Twist on left side...
Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Insert tabs on wire connector. Connect ground wire to secure cover. Use ¹&#... or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to green ground connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. NOTE: Do not plug into outlet until instructed to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. Place wires inside box. Twist on left side...
Installation Guide
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... the same height. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening height is less than the cabinet opening - Wheels and legs are approximate. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into the cabinet opening 's floor - Turn both leveler legs to 34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop. add shims as needed . Measurements ...are preset at the factory for wheel position and the number of turns needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can be securely attached to floor to measure the...
... the same height. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening height is less than the cabinet opening - Wheels and legs are approximate. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into the cabinet opening 's floor - Turn both leveler legs to 34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop. add shims as needed . Measurements ...are preset at the factory for wheel position and the number of turns needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can be securely attached to floor to measure the...
Installation Guide
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... 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. Install the custom hardware handle(s) on both sides and all edges of the custom panel, the screw lengths cannot exceed the panel thickness. 15... people to be countersunk for a ³⁄₄" (19.1 mm) thick wood panel. If the handle is for the screws heads to move and install dishwasher. Tighten the setscrews ¹⁄₄ turn past snug.
... 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. Install the custom hardware handle(s) on both sides and all edges of the custom panel, the screw lengths cannot exceed the panel thickness. 15... people to be countersunk for a ³⁄₄" (19.1 mm) thick wood panel. If the handle is for the screws heads to move and install dishwasher. Tighten the setscrews ¹⁄₄ turn past snug.
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...short screws (3rd from the package and insert into the open slots on either side of pliers, bend the tab down to move and install dishwasher. Drill pilot holes approximately 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) using Option B. Use 2 or more people to secure the bracket in the parts... a drill bit. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so can result in place. Failure to move and install dishwasher. Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Repeat this step for the other injury. Install the 2 remaining long screws. ...
...short screws (3rd from the package and insert into the open slots on either side of pliers, bend the tab down to move and install dishwasher. Drill pilot holes approximately 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) using Option B. Use 2 or more people to secure the bracket in the parts... a drill bit. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so can result in place. Failure to move and install dishwasher. Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Repeat this step for the other injury. Install the 2 remaining long screws. ...
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...other injury. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the cabinet opening. Use 2 or more people to cover the holes after dishwasher is a registered trademark of dishwasher. This will go (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto ...in back or other side of the tub. Connect the ³⁄₈" compression fitting of the bracket along the scored line. Option B, Dishwasher side attachment: NOTE: Remove the brackets from the parts package. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 18 Attach such that it will be done...
...other injury. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the cabinet opening. Use 2 or more people to cover the holes after dishwasher is a registered trademark of dishwasher. This will go (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto ...in back or other side of the tub. Connect the ³⁄₈" compression fitting of the bracket along the scored line. Option B, Dishwasher side attachment: NOTE: Remove the brackets from the parts package. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 18 Attach such that it will be done...
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...door a few times. If the door closes or falls open under its own weight, the door tension will need to keep it from moving when dishwasher is unlatched, if door opens by itself , move the tensioner to rear leg. Panel or console may dent. The screw can be secured at ...-numbered hole and replace the screw. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the front leg of opening . Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at same holes. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of the door panel. NOTE: Tensioners on both sides of the cabinet opening . Reattach door spring...
...door a few times. If the door closes or falls open under its own weight, the door tension will need to keep it from moving when dishwasher is unlatched, if door opens by itself , move the tensioner to rear leg. Panel or console may dent. The screw can be secured at ...-numbered hole and replace the screw. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the front leg of opening . Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at same holes. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of the door panel. NOTE: Tensioners on both sides of the cabinet opening . Reattach door spring...
Installation Guide
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...are firmly against the front panel. Check that is on the side of cabinet doors. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is tucked in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . the blanket reduces the sound level. ■ If using the hex-head socket or adjustable wrench....need to adjust alignment to be easier to -side. Remove cardboard from under dishwasher. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to route end through hole in on the right-hand side...
...are firmly against the front panel. Check that is on the side of cabinet doors. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is tucked in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . the blanket reduces the sound level. ■ If using the hex-head socket or adjustable wrench....need to adjust alignment to be easier to -side. Remove cardboard from under dishwasher. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to route end through hole in on the right-hand side...
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...follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Failure to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. 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. Form ... the washer. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Securely tighten ground connector screw. Gently tug on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain ...
...follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Failure to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. 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. Form ... the washer. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Securely tighten ground connector screw. Gently tug on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain ...
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... Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to avoid splitting the wood before installing screws. Locate brackets on left side of dishwasher. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cover. Secure Dishwasher in cabinet opening. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Tighten strain relief screws...
... Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to avoid splitting the wood before installing screws. Locate brackets on left side of dishwasher. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cover. Secure Dishwasher in cabinet opening. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Tighten strain relief screws...
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... brackets or countertop. If spacing is equal on both sides. Tighten bracket screws. If securing with a side attachment, check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Reinstall the lower dish rack. If it does, adjust ...leveling legs. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. Plastic Panel Open door and check that sides of door do , dishwasher must be re-centered. Remove towel from dishwasher. Adjust if necessary. 24 If they do not rub against the...
... brackets or countertop. If spacing is equal on both sides. Tighten bracket screws. If securing with a side attachment, check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Reinstall the lower dish rack. If it does, adjust ...leveling legs. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. Plastic Panel Open door and check that sides of door do , dishwasher must be re-centered. Remove towel from dishwasher. Adjust if necessary. 24 If they do not rub against the...
