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...■ Installation should be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. Do not push down on your appliance. The dishwasher must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. You Need to: ■ Slowly open door. Always read and obey...2 These words mean: DANGER You can be performed by a qualified service technician. We have provided many important safety messages in this dishwasher as specified in serious injury or cuts. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. All safety messages will follow the safety alert...
...■ Installation should be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. Do not push down on your appliance. The dishwasher must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. You Need to: ■ Slowly open door. Always read and obey...2 These words mean: DANGER You can be performed by a qualified service technician. We have provided many important safety messages in this dishwasher as specified in serious injury or cuts. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. All safety messages will follow the safety alert...
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.... In addition, for first-time installations Tools needed: Parts supplied: Parts needed : Other parts you may also need : NOTE: Some parts available for purchase in dishwasher. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation.
.... In addition, for first-time installations Tools needed: Parts supplied: Parts needed : Other parts you may also need : NOTE: Some parts available for purchase in dishwasher. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation.
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... location where it may be installed. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Damage from your dealer for loading and unloading dishes. Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose are within the ... accessory (Part Number 4396277) is not covered by authorized service personnel. NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must provide clearance between the side of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening for proper operation and appearance. ■ ...
... location where it may be installed. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Damage from your dealer for loading and unloading dishes. Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose are within the ... accessory (Part Number 4396277) is not covered by authorized service personnel. NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must provide clearance between the side of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening for proper operation and appearance. ■ ...
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...time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply. ■ Copper wire only. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with grounding wire that the electrical connection and wire size are ...the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. Water Supply Requirements ■ A hot water line with 20 to 120 psi (138 to...
...time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. ■ A separate circuit. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply. ■ Copper wire only. If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: ■ Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with grounding wire that the electrical connection and wire size are ...the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. Water Supply Requirements ■ A hot water line with 20 to 120 psi (138 to...
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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. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. 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 3 prong ...
... INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. 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 3 prong ...
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...prohibit cable from the right-hand side. 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. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. Wood cabinet: Sand the... 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in area shown. This will make water connection easier. Measure overall length of cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening ). Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Metal cabinet: Cover ...
...prohibit cable from the right-hand side. 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. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. Wood cabinet: Sand the... 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in area shown. This will make water connection easier. Measure overall length of cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening ). Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Metal cabinet: Cover ...
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...in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the inlet valve. Turn shutoff valve to "ON" position. The water supply to the dishwasher should be far enough into a shallow pan until clear to get rid of the opening closest to the sink. Check local codes to the floor... in cabinet to the front center of opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the dishwasher. Slowly route water supply line through hole in area shown. Flush water into the cabinet opening where drain connection will ...
...in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the inlet valve. Turn shutoff valve to "ON" position. The water supply to the dishwasher should be far enough into a shallow pan until clear to get rid of the opening closest to the sink. Check local codes to the floor... in cabinet to the front center of opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the dishwasher. Slowly route water supply line through hole in area shown. Flush water into the cabinet opening where drain connection will ...
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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. Helpful Tip: To reduce vibration of drain hose to disposer inlet. 10 Option C, Waste disposer - Attach drain hose to remove plug. 3. Option...
... 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. Helpful Tip: To reduce vibration of drain hose to disposer inlet. 10 Option C, Waste disposer - Attach drain hose to remove plug. 3. Option...
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...3. Connect rubber end of the tub. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 2. Use pliers to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Using the precut slots in back or other injury. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under... dishwasher until completely installed. Tip Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with a towel to air gap with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Doing so can result in the insulation, fasten the...
...3. Connect rubber end of the tub. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 2. Use pliers to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Using the precut slots in back or other injury. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under... dishwasher until completely installed. Tip Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with a towel to air gap with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Doing so can result in the insulation, fasten the...
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...turn 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. Using 2 or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher tub. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a ¹⁄... through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to unlock them. Make ...
...turn 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. Using 2 or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher tub. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a ¹⁄... through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to unlock them. Make ...
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... FAQ tab. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Connect ground wire to do so. 13 Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Place wires inside box. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to 16-gauge... dishwasher wiring. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply ...
... FAQ tab. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Connect ground wire to do so. 13 Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Place wires inside box. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to 16-gauge... dishwasher wiring. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply ...
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...correct height for your cabinet opening height is less than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear leveling legs can be more difficult to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will be removed for 34¹⁄₂" [87.6 cm].) Turn front and rear leveling legs to fit into a... and the highest point on the floor). Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 Measure height of cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of countertop to move. (Measurements are...
...correct height for your cabinet opening height is less than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear leveling legs can be more difficult to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will be removed for 34¹⁄₂" [87.6 cm].) Turn front and rear leveling legs to fit into a... and the highest point on the floor). Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 Measure height of cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of countertop to move. (Measurements are...
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...34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. 15 Option 1, Countertop Attachment Built-up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than the cabinet opening - There are two... brackets found in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to secure the bracket in back or other injury. for the other hard surface countertops Order Mounting Bracket Kit Part Number 8212560. add...
...34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. 15 Option 1, Countertop Attachment Built-up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than the cabinet opening - There are two... brackets found in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to secure the bracket in back or other injury. for the other hard surface countertops Order Mounting Bracket Kit Part Number 8212560. add...
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... E.I. NOTE: Do not push on the front of the panel or on left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the dishwasher. Panel or console may dent. NOTE: Do not use Teflon®† tape with compression fittings. Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the... console. If the door closes or falls open under its own weight, the door tension will go (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to elbow using ⁵⁄₈" open and close to do so...
... E.I. NOTE: Do not push on the front of the panel or on left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the dishwasher. Panel or console may dent. NOTE: Do not use Teflon®† tape with compression fittings. Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the... console. If the door closes or falls open under its own weight, the door tension will go (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to elbow using ⁵⁄₈" open and close to do so...
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... left and right sides. Repeat for other side of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening. If dishwasher is level from side-to-side. Close the dishwasher door. Remove cardboard from front to back in the opening...leveling legs are firmly against the front panel. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is plumb. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is level. Align front of the dishwasher. IMPORTANT: If rear leveling legs were removed, cover the floor when moving the...
... left and right sides. Repeat for other side of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening. If dishwasher is level from side-to-side. Close the dishwasher door. Remove cardboard from front to back in the opening...leveling legs are firmly against the front panel. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is plumb. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is level. Align front of the dishwasher. IMPORTANT: If rear leveling legs were removed, cover the floor when moving the...
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...pre-twist stranded wire. 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 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Gently tug on UL listed/CSA approved wire connector. Route cable so that it does not touch... dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in terminal box. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (...
...pre-twist stranded wire. 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 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Gently tug on UL listed/CSA approved wire connector. Route cable so that it does not touch... dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in terminal box. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (...
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... FAQ tab. Tighten strain relief screws to secure cover. 20 Place wires inside box. Close cover ensuring wires are securing the dishwasher. Check that dishwasher is still level front-to-back and side-to-side in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step...included). This will keep screws from falling into pump area when you are not pinched. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of dishwasher. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously ...
... FAQ tab. Tighten strain relief screws to secure cover. 20 Place wires inside box. Close cover ensuring wires are securing the dishwasher. Check that dishwasher is still level front-to-back and side-to-side in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step...included). This will keep screws from falling into pump area when you are not pinched. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of dishwasher. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously ...
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... both sides. Tighten bracket screws. Remove towel from shifting when door is opened . If needed, see website for animated representation of dishwasher. Reinstall the lower dish rack. If it from shifting when door is opened . Open door and check that top of door does... screws, brackets or countertop. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. If spacing is equal on top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to keep it from dishwasher. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to countertop with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (...
... both sides. Tighten bracket screws. Remove towel from shifting when door is opened . If needed, see website for animated representation of dishwasher. Reinstall the lower dish rack. If it from shifting when door is opened . Open door and check that top of door does... screws, brackets or countertop. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. If spacing is equal on top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to keep it from dishwasher. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to countertop with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (...
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Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that power supply cord does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of the access panel touches the floor. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not use an adapter. The fasteners ...slot will be straight up and down when properly locked. 22 Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Failure to lock into place. Adjust if necessary. Do not use an extension cord. Reconnect Power Using a...
Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that power supply cord does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of the access panel touches the floor. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not use an adapter. The fasteners ...slot will be straight up and down when properly locked. 22 Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Failure to lock into place. Adjust if necessary. Do not use an extension cord. Reconnect Power Using a...
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...pressing Start/Resume, you must make sure the door is closed tightly and latched? ■ Has the cycle been set correctly to start the dishwasher? ■ Is the water turned on? Selecting certain options could increase cycle time past 3.5 hours. If you have all parts have been ...installed and no steps were skipped. Your new dishwasher will flash until you press it to complete the shortest wash cycle. After the first 2 minutes, unlatch door, wait 5 seconds, then open ...
...pressing Start/Resume, you must make sure the door is closed tightly and latched? ■ Has the cycle been set correctly to start the dishwasher? ■ Is the water turned on? Selecting certain options could increase cycle time past 3.5 hours. If you have all parts have been ...installed and no steps were skipped. Your new dishwasher will flash until you press it to complete the shortest wash cycle. After the first 2 minutes, unlatch door, wait 5 seconds, then open ...