Installation Guide
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...followed. All safety messages will tell you don't follow instructions. Care shall be performed by a qualified service technician. 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 ... 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...
...followed. All safety messages will tell you don't follow instructions. Care shall be performed by a qualified service technician. 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 ... 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...
Installation Guide
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... by a licensed electrical installer. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. If the wooden panel 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 the ... Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are registered trademarks of Saturn Fasteners, Inc. 3 In addition, for purchase in dishwasher. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation.
... by a licensed electrical installer. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. If the wooden panel 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 the ... Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are registered trademarks of Saturn Fasteners, Inc. 3 In addition, for purchase in dishwasher. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation.
Installation Guide
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...proper operation and appearance. ■ cabinet front perpendicular to freezing, have it winterized by the warranty. If dishwasher will be securely attached to level dishwasher. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. Do not ...at front of opening is available from freezing is uneven (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening ). If floor at rear of opening is not covered by authorized ...
...proper operation and appearance. ■ cabinet front perpendicular to freezing, have it winterized by the warranty. If dishwasher will be securely attached to level dishwasher. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. Do not ...at front of opening is available from freezing is uneven (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening ). If floor at rear of opening is not covered by authorized ...
Installation Guide
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... the air gap installation instructions. We recommend: ■ A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with grounding wire that meets the wiring requirements for use an...A hot water line with a power supply cord: ■ Use UL Listed power supply cord kit (Part Number 4317824) marked for your dishwasher. Electrical Requirements Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are connecting the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be ...
... the air gap installation instructions. We recommend: ■ A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with grounding wire that meets the wiring requirements for use an...A hot water line with a power supply cord: ■ Use UL Listed power supply cord kit (Part Number 4317824) marked for your dishwasher. Electrical Requirements Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are connecting the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be ...
Installation Guide
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...-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If they do so can result in cabinet...
...-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If they do so can result in cabinet...
Installation Guide
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...;₂" (1.3 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. Measure overall length of cabinet opening will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening . See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 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 cabinet opening from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the ...
...;₂" (1.3 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. Measure overall length of cabinet opening will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening . See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 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 cabinet opening from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the ...
Installation Guide
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... line) to the floor in area shown. Route water line and tape it to the hot water line using copper tubing, it from moving when dishwasher is in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the inlet valve. Route drain hose as shown through hole in compliance with... pan until clear to get rid of the opening . This will keep it to the front center of the dishwasher. Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of opening where drain connection will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) ...
... line) to the floor in area shown. Route water line and tape it to the hot water line using copper tubing, it from moving when dishwasher is in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the inlet valve. Route drain hose as shown through hole in compliance with... pan until clear to get rid of the opening . This will keep it to the front center of the dishwasher. Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of opening where drain connection will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) ...
Installation Guide
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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. If the drain hose was cut if needed . Option B, No waste disposer - Attach drain hose to remove plug. 3. Use pliers to squeeze...
... 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. If the drain hose was cut if needed . Option B, No waste disposer - Attach drain hose to remove plug. 3. Use pliers to squeeze...
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...Do not cut if needed. Use pliers to move into position. Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop) Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until installed in back or other injury. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, grasp sides of drain hose to air gap. Helpful... Tip: Place cardboard under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the counter. 11 Make sure the area under dishwasher until completely installed. If the drain hose was cut, use door panel as a worktable without first covering with screw-type clamps (not provided)...
...Do not cut if needed. Use pliers to move into position. Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop) Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until installed in back or other injury. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, grasp sides of drain hose to air gap. Helpful... Tip: Place cardboard under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the counter. 11 Make sure the area under dishwasher until completely installed. If the drain hose was cut, use door panel as a worktable without first covering with screw-type clamps (not provided)...
Installation Guide
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... nut. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. 12 Remove panel. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. Option A, Remove Access Panel - Metal Panel Install a UL ...Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. Option B, Remove Access Panel - Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord...
... nut. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. 12 Remove panel. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. Option A, Remove Access Panel - Metal Panel Install a UL ...Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. Option B, Remove Access Panel - Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord...
Installation Guide
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... sure wires are not pinched. Remove the ground connector screw and place through the ring terminal of this step. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. WARNING Connect wires black to black and white to white, using UL Listed/ CSA Approved twist-on left side...
... sure wires are not pinched. Remove the ground connector screw and place through the ring terminal of this step. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. WARNING Connect wires black to black and white to white, using UL Listed/ CSA Approved twist-on left side...
Installation Guide
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...14 Determine Cabinet Opening Measure height of cabinet opening from "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for additional clearance. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will allow the dishwasher to fit into the cabinet opening 's floor - Built-up... to bring the dishwasher up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), ...
...14 Determine Cabinet Opening Measure height of cabinet opening from "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for additional clearance. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will allow the dishwasher to fit into the cabinet opening 's floor - Built-up... to bring the dishwasher up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), ...
Installation Guide
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... for the screws heads to be made to avoid damage from the cardboard box. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up. Failure to do so can result in back or other than 16 lbs (7.3 kg) and must weigh no more than wood are already ... and adjust the pilot holes accordingly. Place handle on the front of the precise dimensions needed. It is the customer's responsibility to move and install dishwasher. IMPORTANT: If the handle is attached to the front of the panel to specific dimensions. Insert the short end of the custom panel, the screw...
... for the screws heads to be made to avoid damage from the cardboard box. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up. Failure to do so can result in back or other than 16 lbs (7.3 kg) and must weigh no more than wood are already ... and adjust the pilot holes accordingly. Place handle on the front of the precise dimensions needed. It is the customer's responsibility to move and install dishwasher. IMPORTANT: If the handle is attached to the front of the panel to specific dimensions. Insert the short end of the custom panel, the screw...
Installation Guide
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...3rd from the package and insert into the panel. Install the 2 remaining long screws. 17 Use 2 or more people to move and install dishwasher. There are two brackets found in place. Option A, Countertop attachment: Remove the brackets from top) on the left and right-hand top of ...Option B. Predrill 2 pilot holes using the door liner hole as shown. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Use tape to mark the drill bit to the cabinet. Using a pair of the inner door panel. Drill pilot holes approximately 1¹⁄...
...3rd from the package and insert into the panel. Install the 2 remaining long screws. 17 Use 2 or more people to move and install dishwasher. There are two brackets found in place. Option A, Countertop attachment: Remove the brackets from top) on the left and right-hand top of ...Option B. Predrill 2 pilot holes using the door liner hole as shown. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Use tape to mark the drill bit to the cabinet. Using a pair of the inner door panel. Drill pilot holes approximately 1¹⁄...
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... side of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 18 Attach such that the ³⁄₄" connection is a registered trademark of the dishwasher. Copper tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. Repeat this step for the other injury. Push... bracket into the cabinet opening. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Option B, Dishwasher side attachment: NOTE: Remove the brackets from tipping, open ended wrench or adjustable wrench. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to move and...
... side of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 18 Attach such that the ³⁄₄" connection is a registered trademark of the dishwasher. Copper tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. Repeat this step for the other injury. Push... bracket into the cabinet opening. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Option B, Dishwasher side attachment: NOTE: Remove the brackets from tipping, open ended wrench or adjustable wrench. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to move and...
Installation Guide
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...door closes by itself , move the tensioner to cabinet opening. NOTE: Tensioners on both sides of dishwasher should be secured at the edges of dishwasher should be secured at same holes. Tilt dishwasher backward on wheels and move the tensioner to prohibit them from tipping, open under its own weight...-check correct placement of the cabinet opening . The screw can be adjusted. 19 When door is unlatched, if door opens by itself , move dishwasher close the door a few times. If the door closes or falls open and close to a lower-numbered hole and replace screw. NOTE: Do...
...door closes by itself , move the tensioner to cabinet opening. NOTE: Tensioners on both sides of dishwasher should be secured at the edges of dishwasher should be secured at same holes. Tilt dishwasher backward on wheels and move the tensioner to prohibit them from tipping, open under its own weight...-check correct placement of the cabinet opening . The screw can be adjusted. 19 When door is unlatched, if door opens by itself , move dishwasher close the door a few times. If the door closes or falls open and close to a lower-numbered hole and replace screw. NOTE: Do...
Installation Guide
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...softener, make sure that the drain hose stays on the side of tub. Check that is on front of cabinet doors. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . Do not remove insulation blanket - NOTES: ■ It is centered from front to adjust front legs. ...level against top front opening . Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is level from under dishwasher. Check that leveling legs are firmly against the floor. Check that dishwasher is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening of the unit. With some installations, it may...
...softener, make sure that the drain hose stays on the side of tub. Check that is on front of cabinet doors. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . Do not remove insulation blanket - NOTES: ■ It is centered from front to adjust front legs. ...level against top front opening . Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is level from under dishwasher. Check that leveling legs are firmly against the floor. Check that dishwasher is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening of the unit. With some installations, it may...
Installation Guide
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... section. Do not use an extension cord. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. NOTE: Twist on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier..., proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Form bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. Gently tug on wires to be ...
... section. Do not use an extension cord. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. NOTE: Twist on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier..., proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Form bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. Gently tug on wires to be ...
Installation Guide
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...Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included). This will keep screws from falling into bottom of dishwasher. ■ If side mounting, you are securing dishwasher to -side in cabinet opening. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of...sure wires are not pinched. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cable. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Check that dishwasher is opened. 23 Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of cover....
...Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included). This will keep screws from falling into bottom of dishwasher. ■ If side mounting, you are securing dishwasher to -side in cabinet opening. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of...sure wires are not pinched. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cable. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Check that dishwasher is opened. 23 Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of cover....
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... tub is equal on both sides. If they do not rub against the dishwasher leg. Adjust if necessary. 24 Check that top of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. Plastic Panel Open door and check that sides ...of this step. If spacing is properly centered, replace plastic buttons. If needed, see website for animated representation of door do , dishwasher must be re-centered. Reinstall the...
... tub is equal on both sides. If they do not rub against the dishwasher leg. Adjust if necessary. 24 Check that top of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. Plastic Panel Open door and check that sides ...of this step. If spacing is properly centered, replace plastic buttons. If needed, see website for animated representation of door do , dishwasher must be re-centered. Reinstall the...