Dimension Guide
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... an air gap. or 20 amp fused electrical supply. If direct wiring dishwasher: Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic, sheathed copper wire with a maximum length of the dishwasher. Power supply cord must meet all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is ...;₈" O.D. drain line fittings. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to the dishwasher opening. Undercounter Dishwasher PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS KDFE454C KUDC10FX KUDC10IX KUDE20FB KUDE20FX KUDE20IX KUDE40FX KUDE48FX KUDE50CX KUDE60FX KUDE60HX KUDE60SX KUDE70FX KUDL15FX KUDS30CX KUDS30FX KUDS30IX ...
... an air gap. or 20 amp fused electrical supply. If direct wiring dishwasher: Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic, sheathed copper wire with a maximum length of the dishwasher. Power supply cord must meet all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is ...;₈" O.D. drain line fittings. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to the dishwasher opening. Undercounter Dishwasher PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS KDFE454C KUDC10FX KUDC10IX KUDE20FB KUDE20FX KUDE20IX KUDE40FX KUDE48FX KUDE50CX KUDE60FX KUDE60HX KUDE60SX KUDE70FX KUDL15FX KUDS30CX KUDS30FX KUDS30IX ...
Dimension Guide
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.... Instructions packed with product. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. E. Minimum, measured from dishwasher, or 33³⁄₄" (85.7 cm) by removing wheels AND perforated section in the insulation blanket. CABINET CUTOUT DIMENSIONS NOTE: Shaded areas of 2 W10321621...
.... Instructions packed with product. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. E. Minimum, measured from dishwasher, or 33³⁄₄" (85.7 cm) by removing wheels AND perforated section in the insulation blanket. CABINET CUTOUT DIMENSIONS NOTE: Shaded areas of 2 W10321621...
Installation Guide
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... in serious injury or cuts. Always read and obey all electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances. 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 ...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 ...
... in serious injury or cuts. Always read and obey all electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances. 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 ...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 ...
Installation Guide
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...: Parts supplied: Parts needed: Parts needed : Supplied in plumbing supply stores. If the wooden panel is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for only ³⁄₄" thick wooden panel. It is recommended that electrical connections...1230. (4) #10 x ¹/₂" wood screws (if installing custom front panels) †®TORX, T15, and T20 are included in dishwasher. Check local codes. See "Electrical Requirements" section. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is less than...
...: Parts supplied: Parts needed: Parts needed : Supplied in plumbing supply stores. If the wooden panel is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for only ³⁄₄" thick wooden panel. It is recommended that electrical connections...1230. (4) #10 x ¹/₂" wood screws (if installing custom front panels) †®TORX, T15, and T20 are included in dishwasher. Check local codes. See "Electrical Requirements" section. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is less than...
Installation Guide
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...Motor should not touch the floor. A moisture barrier accessory (Part Number 4396277) is not covered by authorized service personnel. Check location where dishwasher will be left unused for proper operation and appearance. ■ cabinet front perpendicular to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access... to order. Helpful Tip: Be sure to freezing, have it winterized by the warranty. The location where the dishwasher will be installed. If dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of time or in a location where it may be subject ...
...Motor should not touch the floor. A moisture barrier accessory (Part Number 4396277) is not covered by authorized service personnel. Check location where dishwasher will be left unused for proper operation and appearance. ■ cabinet front perpendicular to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access... to order. Helpful Tip: Be sure to freezing, have it winterized by the warranty. The location where the dishwasher will be installed. If dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of time or in a location where it may be subject ...
Installation Guide
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..., and fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain connector of the counter, or be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. NOTE: ¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is not long enough, use an air gap if the drain hose is supplied with a maximum length of... 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that the drain hose either be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the waste tee or disposer inlet. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply. ■ Copper wire only...
..., and fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain connector of the counter, or be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. NOTE: ¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is not long enough, use an air gap if the drain hose is supplied with a maximum length of... 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that the drain hose either be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the waste tee or disposer inlet. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply. ■ Copper wire only...
Installation Guide
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...8322;" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- 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. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 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. New Utilities" section. Failure to do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in cabinet side or rear.
...8322;" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- 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. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 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. New Utilities" section. Failure to do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in cabinet side or rear.
Installation Guide
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... Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening . Route cable from the right-hand side. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear... the hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier.
... Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening . Route cable from the right-hand side. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear... the hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier.
Installation Guide
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... that is in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Slowly turn water shutoff valve to the floor in cabinet to the front center of the dishwasher. This will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. Check local codes to ... into cabinet opening. Slowly route water supply line through hole in area shown. Tape drain hose to "ON" position. Turn shutoff valve to the dishwasher should be made. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the hot water line using copper tubing, it will keep...
... that is in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Slowly turn water shutoff valve to the floor in cabinet to the front center of the dishwasher. This will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. Check local codes to ... into cabinet opening. Slowly route water supply line through hole in area shown. Tape drain hose to "ON" position. Turn shutoff valve to the dishwasher should be made. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the hot water line using copper tubing, it will keep...
Installation Guide
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... vibration 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. Attach drain hose to disposer inlet with large drain hose clamp (provided). NOTE: Do not cut if needed . IMPORTANT: The drain hose...
... vibration 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. Attach drain hose to disposer inlet with large drain hose clamp (provided). NOTE: Do not cut if needed . IMPORTANT: The drain hose...
Installation Guide
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...to underside of the countertop along the front edge of drain hose to avoid scratching the door panel. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Attach drain hose to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not push down on its back. 1. Make sure the... without first covering with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Install Moisture Barrier (under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on open and move and install dishwasher. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts....
...to underside of the countertop along the front edge of drain hose to avoid scratching the door panel. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Attach drain hose to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not push down on its back. 1. Make sure the... without first covering with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Install Moisture Barrier (under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on open and move and install dishwasher. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts....
Installation Guide
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.... 12 Retain for later use. Option A, Remove Access Panel - Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to dishwasher. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. Option B, Remove Access Panel - Using a ¹⁄₄...screws attaching access panel and lower panel to continue with the power supply cord kit. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to the left when tightening conduit nut. Remove panel. Make sure screw heads are facing to lower part of your power...
.... 12 Retain for later use. Option A, Remove Access Panel - Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to dishwasher. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. Option B, Remove Access Panel - Using a ¹⁄₄...screws attaching access panel and lower panel to continue with the power supply cord kit. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to the left when tightening conduit nut. Remove panel. Make sure screw heads are facing to lower part of your power...
Installation Guide
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...;" hex-head socket, nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to secure cord. Insert tabs on wire connector. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Connect ground wire to be sure both are not pinched. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground...
...;" hex-head socket, nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to secure cord. Insert tabs on wire connector. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Connect ground wire to be sure both are not pinched. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground...
Installation Guide
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... fit into the cabinet opening 's floor - Built-up to 34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will need to measure the lowest point on the floor). Measurements are preset at the factory for wheel position and the number of the countertop... and the highest point on the underside of turns needed in the area shown to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than the cabinet opening - Wheels and legs are approximate. for additional clearance. Put wheels in use. 14 This will allow the...
... fit into the cabinet opening 's floor - Built-up to 34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will need to measure the lowest point on the floor). Measurements are preset at the factory for wheel position and the number of the countertop... and the highest point on the underside of turns needed in the area shown to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than the cabinet opening - Wheels and legs are approximate. for additional clearance. Put wheels in use. 14 This will allow the...
Installation Guide
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... so. Using 2 or more than wood are already installed in back or other than 16 lbs (7.3 kg) and must weigh no more people, stand the dishwasher up. Install Door Handle (on both sides and all edges of the panel to avoid damage from moisture. Place handle on the front of the... the short end of the wooden panel inside dotted line. NOTES: ■ The handle for the screws heads to be made to move and install dishwasher. If a thinner wood panel or materials other injury. Install the custom hardware handle(s) on mounting studs with Installation Instructions.
... so. Using 2 or more than wood are already installed in back or other than 16 lbs (7.3 kg) and must weigh no more people, stand the dishwasher up. Install Door Handle (on both sides and all edges of the panel to avoid damage from moisture. Place handle on the front of the... the short end of the wooden panel inside dotted line. NOTES: ■ The handle for the screws heads to be made to move and install dishwasher. If a thinner wood panel or materials other injury. Install the custom hardware handle(s) on mounting studs with Installation Instructions.
Installation Guide
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... for the other injury. This will be secured to gauge the hole depth. There are two brackets found in place. Using a pair of the dishwasher collar as shown. Use 2 or more people to do so can result in back or other side. If your countertop is wood, laminate or ... Use two or more people to secure the bracket in the parts bag. Use tape to mark the drill bit to the cabinet. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be done later. Install the 2 remaining long screws. 17 Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Option A, Countertop attachment: ...
... for the other injury. This will be secured to gauge the hole depth. There are two brackets found in place. Using a pair of the dishwasher collar as shown. Use 2 or more people to do so can result in back or other side. If your countertop is wood, laminate or ... Use two or more people to secure the bracket in the parts bag. Use tape to mark the drill bit to the cabinet. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be done later. Install the 2 remaining long screws. 17 Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Option A, Countertop attachment: ...
Installation Guide
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... NOTE: Do not use Teflon®† tape with compression fittings. Push bracket into slot on the side of dishwasher, and bend tab in toward the side of the dishwasher so that the ³⁄₄" connection is facing upward as it from tipping, open ended wrench or adjustable ...wrench. Use 2 or more people to cover the holes after dishwasher is a registered trademark of E.I. With another person holding the rear of the dishwasher to keep screws from the parts package. Push the plastic buttons out of the side of the bracket...
... NOTE: Do not use Teflon®† tape with compression fittings. Push bracket into slot on the side of dishwasher, and bend tab in toward the side of the dishwasher so that the ³⁄₄" connection is facing upward as it from tipping, open ended wrench or adjustable ...wrench. Use 2 or more people to cover the holes after dishwasher is a registered trademark of E.I. With another person holding the rear of the dishwasher to keep screws from the parts package. Push the plastic buttons out of the side of the bracket...
Installation Guide
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... will need to be adjusted. 19 If the door closes by itself , move dishwasher close the door a few times. NOTE: Tensioners on the left side of opening and drain hose is ...near the center of dishwasher should be secured at same holes. Check that water line is moved into one of 3 holes ...the tensioner to prohibit them from the tensioner. The screw can be put into the cabinet opening. Tilt dishwasher backward on both sides of utilities. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the front leg...
... will need to be adjusted. 19 If the door closes by itself , move dishwasher close the door a few times. NOTE: Tensioners on the left side of opening and drain hose is ...near the center of dishwasher should be secured at same holes. Check that water line is moved into one of 3 holes ...the tensioner to prohibit them from the tensioner. The screw can be put into the cabinet opening. Tilt dishwasher backward on both sides of utilities. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the front leg...
Installation Guide
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... some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to back in on the side of tub. If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure that the drain hose stays... softener, make sure to -side. Do not remove insulation blanket - Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is level. 20 Place level against the front panel. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening . Check that...
... some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to back in on the side of tub. If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure that the drain hose stays... softener, make sure to -side. Do not remove insulation blanket - Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is level. 20 Place level against the front panel. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening . Check that...
Installation Guide
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...bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. 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 green ground connector in terminal box.... Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in type strain relief. Connect ground wire to "Secure Dishwasher in death, fire, or electrical shock. Failure to be sure both are secured. 22 Wrap ground wire hook clockwise around ground connector...
...bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. 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 green ground connector in terminal box.... Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in type strain relief. Connect ground wire to "Secure Dishwasher in death, fire, or electrical shock. Failure to be sure both are secured. 22 Wrap ground wire hook clockwise around ground connector...