Dimension Guide
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...drain trap in accordance with a power supply cord: Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part No. 4317824) marked for your dishwasher. If connecting dishwasher with the air gap installation instructions. copper tubing with grounding wire that meets all local codes and ordinances. It is ...ordinances. Water temperature must plug into a grounded three-prong, outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening . (14³.⁄4₄"cm ) (5. 12"cm ) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to house plumbing lower than 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor. ...
...drain trap in accordance with a power supply cord: Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part No. 4317824) marked for your dishwasher. If connecting dishwasher with the air gap installation instructions. copper tubing with grounding wire that meets all local codes and ordinances. It is ...ordinances. Water temperature must plug into a grounded three-prong, outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening . (14³.⁄4₄"cm ) (5. 12"cm ) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to house plumbing lower than 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor. ...
Installation Instructions
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...followed. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." Close dishwasher door until completely installed. Always read and obey all electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances. 2 These... door. Doing so can be installed to meet all safety messages. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. Table of Contents Dishwasher Safety 2 Installation Requirements 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 3 Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions 4 Drain Requirements 5 Water Supply Requirements ...
...followed. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." Close dishwasher door until completely installed. Always read and obey all electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances. 2 These... door. Doing so can be installed to meet all safety messages. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. Table of Contents Dishwasher Safety 2 Installation Requirements 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 3 Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions 4 Drain Requirements 5 Water Supply Requirements ...
Installation Instructions
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...-blade screwdriver Utility knife UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors* Parts needed : In addition, for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. • square opening ). Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor ...and flooring. Check local codes. Location Requirements Grounded electrical supply required. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. A side panel kit is uneven (example: flooring extends only partway into opening for loading and unloading dishes. suggested...
...-blade screwdriver Utility knife UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors* Parts needed : In addition, for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. • square opening ). Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor ...and flooring. Check local codes. Location Requirements Grounded electrical supply required. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. A side panel kit is uneven (example: flooring extends only partway into opening for loading and unloading dishes. suggested...
Installation Instructions
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... may be compressed. (not used on all models) (532.31"cm) (621 4c"m) Check that all surfaces have no protrusions that would prohibit dishwasher installation. (612c4m" )** NOTE: Shaded area of cabinet walls show where utility connections may be reduced to 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) ...by removing wheels from dishwasher. **Minimum, measured from the lowest point on the underside of opening. (86m.344inc"*m) 4 (10.42"cm) (7.63"cm) (17.2 cm) (4.4 cm) ...
... may be compressed. (not used on all models) (532.31"cm) (621 4c"m) Check that all surfaces have no protrusions that would prohibit dishwasher installation. (612c4m" )** NOTE: Shaded area of cabinet walls show where utility connections may be reduced to 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) ...by removing wheels from dishwasher. **Minimum, measured from the lowest point on the underside of opening. (86m.344inc"*m) 4 (10.42"cm) (7.63"cm) (17.2 cm) (4.4 cm) ...
Installation Instructions
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...drain line fittings. • If required, the air gap should be verified by a licensed plumber. •120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. A copy of the above code standards can be installed in accordance with ³⁄₈" N.P.T. Drain Requirements • A new drain hose...-delay fuse or circuit breaker. • a separate circuit. Outlet must have: • 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: • Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with your home and local codes and ordinances. • Use a UL...
...drain line fittings. • If required, the air gap should be verified by a licensed plumber. •120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. A copy of the above code standards can be installed in accordance with ³⁄₈" N.P.T. Drain Requirements • A new drain hose...-delay fuse or circuit breaker. • a separate circuit. Outlet must have: • 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring: • Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with your home and local codes and ordinances. • Use a UL...
Installation Instructions
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... INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply What type of electrical connection will...: Follow Option B instructions Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the dishwasher cabinet opening dimensions. Existing utility hookups No existing utility hookups Water line Cable Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities 1 Check water and electrical placement Water...
... INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply What type of electrical connection will...: Follow Option B instructions Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the dishwasher cabinet opening dimensions. Existing utility hookups No existing utility hookups Water line Cable Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities 1 Check water and electrical placement Water...
Installation Instructions
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...8260;₂" (1.3 cm) Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in area shown. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will keep cable from the right-hand side. 1 Direct Wire - Prepare and Route Water Line Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole ...the cabinet side or rear. 2 Measure water supply line Wood cabinet Metal cabinet Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Attach to the dishwasher should have a manual shutoff valve. 7 Drill hole Optional location PPrreferrreedd lolocactaitoionn (1.9 cm) Drill a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) hole...
...8260;₂" (1.3 cm) Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in area shown. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will keep cable from the right-hand side. 1 Direct Wire - Prepare and Route Water Line Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole ...the cabinet side or rear. 2 Measure water supply line Wood cabinet Metal cabinet Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Attach to the dishwasher should have a manual shutoff valve. 7 Drill hole Optional location PPrreferrreedd lolocactaitoionn (1.9 cm) Drill a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) hole...
Installation Instructions
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...;₈" open ended wrench or adjustable wrench. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. 8 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) If needed, drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or side of... the opening closest to the sink. 2 Route drain hose Drain hose Route drain hose as it will keep the drain hose from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. † TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. Attach such that could clog the...
...;₈" open ended wrench or adjustable wrench. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. 8 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) If needed, drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or side of... the opening closest to the sink. 2 Route drain hose Drain hose Route drain hose as it will keep the drain hose from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. † TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. Attach such that could clog the...
Installation Instructions
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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. with air gap Screw-type clamps Disposer inlet Air gap Large silver drain hhoossee ccllaammpp (provided) Rubber hose connector Drain hose Drain...
... 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. with air gap Screw-type clamps Disposer inlet Air gap Large silver drain hhoossee ccllaammpp (provided) Rubber hose connector Drain hose Drain...
Installation Instructions
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.... Strain relief may be provided with a towel to dishwasher. Prepare Dishwasher 3 Remove panels Tip Over Hazard Do not use . 5 Install strain relief Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Retain for later use dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to avoid damaging floor covering... Weight Hazard Use two or more people, grasp sides of the tub. 2 Put dishwasher on open door. Do not push down on both sides of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on the tub. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with...
.... Strain relief may be provided with a towel to dishwasher. Prepare Dishwasher 3 Remove panels Tip Over Hazard Do not use . 5 Install strain relief Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Retain for later use dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to avoid damaging floor covering... Weight Hazard Use two or more people, grasp sides of the tub. 2 Put dishwasher on open door. Do not push down on both sides of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on the tub. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with...
Installation Instructions
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... If using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to follow these instructions can result in terminal bow. Failure to connect your dishwasher. Pull cord through the ring terminal of the green ground wire. What type of electrical connection will you use an extension cord. Twist ...on wires to continue with the installation of dishwasher tub. Gently tug on wire connector. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors. 11 Connect ground wire to 16-gauge...
... If using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to follow these instructions can result in terminal bow. Failure to connect your dishwasher. Pull cord through the ring terminal of the green ground wire. What type of electrical connection will you use an extension cord. Twist ...on wires to continue with the installation of dishwasher tub. Gently tug on wire connector. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors. 11 Connect ground wire to 16-gauge...
Installation Instructions
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..." for wheel position and the number of turns needed , see website for animated representation of this step. This will allow the dishwasher to move. (Measurements are not pinched. Visit www.whirlpool.com under FAQ tab. 4 Power Cord-Secure cord on conduit connector Tighten strain relief screws to secure cord. 5 Power Cord-Reinstall...
..." for wheel position and the number of turns needed , see website for animated representation of this step. This will allow the dishwasher to move. (Measurements are not pinched. Visit www.whirlpool.com under FAQ tab. 4 Power Cord-Secure cord on conduit connector Tighten strain relief screws to secure cord. 5 Power Cord-Reinstall...
Installation Instructions
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... .) Example: Kitchen floor tile does not extend into pump area when securing dishwasher to cabinet. 4. With another hard surface, install using Option #2. Push bracket into slot on the side of the dishwasher so that it from the package and place in place. Repeat this step for... from the parts package. 2. Insert the bracket into Cabinet Opening 1 Stand dishwasher upright 2. top mount NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. NOTE: Do not install kickplate until instructed to avoid movement when the dishwasher is wood, laminate or another similar surface. Using two or more people, stand...
... .) Example: Kitchen floor tile does not extend into pump area when securing dishwasher to cabinet. 4. With another hard surface, install using Option #2. Push bracket into slot on the side of the dishwasher so that it from the package and place in place. Repeat this step for... from the parts package. 2. Insert the bracket into Cabinet Opening 1 Stand dishwasher upright 2. top mount NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. NOTE: Do not install kickplate until instructed to avoid movement when the dishwasher is wood, laminate or another similar surface. Using two or more people, stand...
Installation Instructions
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...utilities. Increase spring tension Check that water line is on the left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the dishwasher. 2 Move dishwasher close the door a few times. NOTE: Springs should be adjusted. 14 If the door closes or falls open , increase the spring...close to cabinet opening . 3 Check water and drain hose position If the door closes too quickly, decrease the spring tension by moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening 5 Closes too quickly- Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the same notches on left and right...
...utilities. Increase spring tension Check that water line is on the left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the dishwasher. 2 Move dishwasher close the door a few times. NOTE: Springs should be adjusted. 14 If the door closes or falls open , increase the spring...close to cabinet opening . 3 Check water and drain hose position If the door closes too quickly, decrease the spring tension by moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening 5 Closes too quickly- Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the same notches on left and right...
Installation Instructions
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... properly seated in cutout before sliding into cabinet opening of tub. Hand tighten until dishwasher is a registered trademark of dishwasher. Damage to seal the rubber gasket. Visit www.whirlpool.com/watersupply under dishwasher. With some installations, it may be required to the coupling can result. 2 Check for... the front panel. An additional ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ turn may be even with front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to avoid unintentional cross-threading. Do not kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power supply cord ...
... properly seated in cutout before sliding into cabinet opening of tub. Hand tighten until dishwasher is a registered trademark of dishwasher. Damage to seal the rubber gasket. Visit www.whirlpool.com/watersupply under dishwasher. With some installations, it may be required to the coupling can result. 2 Check for... the front panel. An additional ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ turn may be even with front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to avoid unintentional cross-threading. Do not kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power supply cord ...
Installation Instructions
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... Opening" section. Select UL listed or CSA approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Connect to Drain 1 Connect drain hose Green clamp Black drain hose connector Drain hose Drain hose stop Stop Stop Once connected...Option B, Direct Wire: 1 Direct Wire-Route cable into the black drain hose connector up to catch any water in drain hose. Visit www.whirlpool.com/drain under drain hose to the drain hose stop. 2 Slide clamp onto connector Black drain hose connector Green clamp Stop Drain hose Drain...
... Opening" section. Select UL listed or CSA approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Connect to Drain 1 Connect drain hose Green clamp Black drain hose connector Drain hose Drain hose stop Stop Stop Once connected...Option B, Direct Wire: 1 Direct Wire-Route cable into the black drain hose connector up to catch any water in drain hose. Visit www.whirlpool.com/drain under drain hose to the drain hose stop. 2 Slide clamp onto connector Black drain hose connector Green clamp Stop Drain hose Drain...
Installation Instructions
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... an extension cord. Failure to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on UL Listed/CSA Approved wire connector. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under the washer. Make sure wires are not pinched. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Twist on... Direct Wire-Reinstall terminal box cover Place wires inside box. Gently tug on left side of this step. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver and previously removed screw to green ground connector in terminal box. Connect ground wire to secure cover...
... an extension cord. Failure to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on UL Listed/CSA Approved wire connector. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under the washer. Make sure wires are not pinched. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Twist on... Direct Wire-Reinstall terminal box cover Place wires inside box. Gently tug on left side of this step. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver and previously removed screw to green ground connector in terminal box. Connect ground wire to secure cover...
Installation Instructions
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...and Company. IMPORTANT: If you have solid countertops such as Corian †, granite, etc., you are securing dishwasher to side in cabinet opening 3 Secure dishwasher Check that dishwasher is still level front to back and side to countertop. 18 Open door and check that space between...with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included). Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening 1 Double check dishwasher alignment in cabinet opening and tub is equal on top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to keep the screws from shifting when door is opened. 4 Check door clearance ...
...and Company. IMPORTANT: If you have solid countertops such as Corian †, granite, etc., you are securing dishwasher to side in cabinet opening 3 Secure dishwasher Check that dishwasher is still level front to back and side to countertop. 18 Open door and check that space between...with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included). Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening 1 Double check dishwasher alignment in cabinet opening and tub is equal on top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to keep the screws from shifting when door is opened. 4 Check door clearance ...
Installation Instructions
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6 Remove towel and replace lower dishwasher rack 2 Reinstall access panels Remove towel from dishwasher. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. Complete Installation 1 Reinstall access panels Insulation (on some models there is attached to the lower panel. Check ...panel. Adjust if necessary. 4 Tighten screws Tighten access panel screws. 19 On some models) Hold the two panels together and place them against dishwasher leg. Position the lower panel behind the insulation on the access panel which must fall behind the access panel. Reinstall the lower dish rack....
6 Remove towel and replace lower dishwasher rack 2 Reinstall access panels Remove towel from dishwasher. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. Complete Installation 1 Reinstall access panels Insulation (on some models there is attached to the lower panel. Check ...panel. Adjust if necessary. 4 Tighten screws Tighten access panel screws. 19 On some models) Hold the two panels together and place them against dishwasher leg. Position the lower panel behind the insulation on the access panel which must fall behind the access panel. Reinstall the lower dish rack....
Installation Instructions
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... ensure exceptional cleaning. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Rinse Aid is working properly, disconnect power or unplug dishwasher and see that you press it to 3 hours per load, but use less water and energy so they depend on ? Failure ..., fire, or electrical shock. 1 Power supply cord-Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that dishwasher is necessary for good drying performance. Reconnect Power 1 Reconnect power Reconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box. 20 Check Operation ...
... ensure exceptional cleaning. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Rinse Aid is working properly, disconnect power or unplug dishwasher and see that you press it to 3 hours per load, but use less water and energy so they depend on ? Failure ..., fire, or electrical shock. 1 Power supply cord-Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that dishwasher is necessary for good drying performance. Reconnect Power 1 Reconnect power Reconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box. 20 Check Operation ...