Installation Guide
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...alert symbol. We have provided many important safety messages in Cabinet Opening 20 Complete Installation 21 Check Operation 22 If Dishwasher Does Not Operate 22 Additional Tips 22 DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of installation. 2 Existing Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare ...to Cabinet Opening 16 Connect to Water Supply 18 Connect to Drain 18 Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection 19 Secure Dishwasher in this dishwasher as specified in serious injury or cuts. This is completely enclosed at the time of others . Remove shipping ...
...alert symbol. We have provided many important safety messages in Cabinet Opening 20 Complete Installation 21 Check Operation 22 If Dishwasher Does Not Operate 22 Additional Tips 22 DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of installation. 2 Existing Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare ...to Cabinet Opening 16 Connect to Water Supply 18 Connect to Drain 18 Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection 19 Secure Dishwasher in this dishwasher as specified in serious injury or cuts. This is completely enclosed at the time of others . Remove shipping ...
Installation Guide
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Check local codes. It is recommended that electrical connections be the proper size to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher. In addition, for purchase in power cord conversion kit. †®TORX and T20 are included in the literature package. *Power cord grommet included only ...
Check local codes. It is recommended that electrical connections be the proper size to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher. In addition, for purchase in power cord conversion kit. †®TORX and T20 are included in the literature package. *Power cord grommet included only ...
Installation Guide
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... panel kit is not covered by authorized service personnel. NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must provide: ■ easy access to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4...winterized by the warranty. Check location where dishwasher will be needed to level dishwasher.) Helpful Tip: Be sure to water, electricity and drain. The location where the dishwasher will be securely attached to dishwasher against freezing. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to the floor....
... panel kit is not covered by authorized service personnel. NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must provide: ■ easy access to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4...winterized by the warranty. Check location where dishwasher will be needed to level dishwasher.) Helpful Tip: Be sure to water, electricity and drain. The location where the dishwasher will be securely attached to dishwasher against freezing. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to the floor....
Installation Guide
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...hot water line with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP). A copy of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the dishwasher opening. Outlet must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to waste tee ...must meet all local codes and ordinances. 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 a maximum length of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556)...
...hot water line with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP). A copy of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the dishwasher opening. Outlet must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to waste tee ...must meet all local codes and ordinances. 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 a maximum length of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556)...
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. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening- See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 New Utilities...
.... 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. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening- See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 New Utilities...
Installation Guide
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... of cabinet opening from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor in area shown. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into the cabinet opening will prohibit cable from moving when...
... of cabinet opening from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor in area shown. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into the cabinet opening will prohibit cable from moving when...
Installation Guide
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... a new drain hose. Slowly turn water shutoff valve to determine whether an air gap is required. This will prohibit it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Check local codes to "ON" position. Slowly route water supply line through hole in compliance with local codes ...and ordinances. This will keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Turn shutoff valve to connect it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual...
... a new drain hose. Slowly turn water shutoff valve to determine whether an air gap is required. This will prohibit it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Check local codes to "ON" position. Slowly route water supply line through hole in compliance with local codes ...and ordinances. This will keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Turn shutoff valve to connect it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual...
Installation Guide
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... connection 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. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug. 3. no air gap 1. If the drain hose was cut if needed .
... connection 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. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug. 3. no air gap 1. If the drain hose was cut if needed .
Installation Guide
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...Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Failure to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Connect rubber end of the tub. Use a rubber hose (not provided) ... in cabinet opening to move into position. Do not push down on open and move and install dishwasher. Using the precut slots in back or other injury. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 2. Option D, ...
...Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. Failure to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Connect rubber end of the tub. Use a rubber hose (not provided) ... in cabinet opening to move into position. Do not push down on open and move and install dishwasher. Using the precut slots in back or other injury. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 2. Option D, ...
Installation Guide
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... to the left when tightening conduit nut. Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Make sure screw heads are facing to unlock them. Do not remove tech sheet from... access panel. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to continue with the power supply cord kit. Remove panel. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a ¹...
... to the left when tightening conduit nut. Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Make sure screw heads are facing to unlock them. Do not remove tech sheet from... access panel. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to continue with the power supply cord kit. Remove panel. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a ¹...
Installation Guide
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... Do not pre-twist stranded wire. If power cord supplied model, remove the first tie strap closest to the plug to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply cord to maximize the cord length. Twist on... removed screw to do so. 13 Do not use an extension cord. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of cover. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Remove the ground connector screw and place through the ring terminal of the...
... Do not pre-twist stranded wire. If power cord supplied model, remove the first tie strap closest to the plug to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply cord to maximize the cord length. Twist on... removed screw to do so. 13 Do not use an extension cord. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of cover. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Remove the ground connector screw and place through the ring terminal of the...
Installation Guide
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...33¹⁄₂" (85.1 cm) high cabinet opening . NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of cabinet opening height is less than 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm), the ...rear leveling legs and spacers can be installed (you will be removed for your cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will allow the dishwasher to the correct height for additional clearance. Rear and front leveling legs are approximate. Measure height of the countertop and the highest ...
...33¹⁄₂" (85.1 cm) high cabinet opening . NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of cabinet opening height is less than 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm), the ...rear leveling legs and spacers can be installed (you will be removed for your cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will allow the dishwasher to the correct height for additional clearance. Rear and front leveling legs are approximate. Measure height of the countertop and the highest ...
Installation Guide
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... granite or another similar surface. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. 15 for the other side. Failure to do so can result in place. NOTE: Do not attach the... the parts bag. If your countertop is wood, laminate or another hard surface, install using Option Number 2. This will be secured to move and install dishwasher. Copper tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. NOTE: Shims must be done later. Choose Attachment Option WARNING ...
... granite or another similar surface. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. 15 for the other side. Failure to do so can result in place. NOTE: Do not attach the... the parts bag. If your countertop is wood, laminate or another hard surface, install using Option Number 2. This will be secured to move and install dishwasher. Copper tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. NOTE: Shims must be done later. Choose Attachment Option WARNING ...
Installation Guide
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Connect the ³⁄₈" compression fitting of the cabinet opening. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to move and install dishwasher. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening Check that the ³⁄₄" connection is moved into the 90° elbow fitting as far as .... Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the same notches on the front of E.I. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of the dishwasher. NOTE: Springs should be adjusted. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the cabinet opening. †®TEFLON is near the...
Connect the ³⁄₈" compression fitting of the cabinet opening. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to move and install dishwasher. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening Check that the ³⁄₄" connection is moved into the 90° elbow fitting as far as .... Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the same notches on the front of E.I. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of the dishwasher. NOTE: Springs should be adjusted. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the cabinet opening. †®TEFLON is near the...
Installation Guide
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... to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure to route end through hole in the same notches on front of cabinet doors. If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on left and right sides. If the door falls open, increase the spring tension by moving the... dishwasher to avoid damage to -side. Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening . With some installations, it may need to adjust ...
... to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure to route end through hole in the same notches on front of cabinet doors. If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up on left and right sides. If the door falls open, increase the spring tension by moving the... dishwasher to avoid damage to -side. Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening . With some installations, it may need to adjust ...
Installation Guide
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... washer. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Twist on wires to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. Option B, Direct Wire: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ...ground dishwasher. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your...
... washer. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Twist on wires to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. Option B, Direct Wire: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ...ground dishwasher. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your...
Installation Guide
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...when door is still level front-to-back and side-to secure cable. Check that dishwasher is opened. 20 Insert tabs on top of cover. Close cover ensuring wires are not pinched. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Place wires inside box. Tighten strain relief screws to... -side in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. The dishwasher must be secured to countertop with two #10 x ...
...when door is still level front-to-back and side-to secure cable. Check that dishwasher is opened. 20 Insert tabs on top of cover. Close cover ensuring wires are not pinched. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Place wires inside box. Tighten strain relief screws to... -side in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. The dishwasher must be secured to countertop with two #10 x ...
Installation Guide
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... Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn clockwise to lock into place. Adjust if necessary. Remove towel from dishwasher. Tighten bracket screws. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. If spacing is equal on both sides. If needed, see website for animated representation of door does not...
... Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn clockwise to lock into place. Adjust if necessary. Remove towel from dishwasher. Tighten bracket screws. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. If spacing is equal on both sides. If needed, see website for animated representation of door does not...
Installation Guide
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... wait 5 seconds, then open door. Additional Tips Expect longer wash times. Selecting certain options could increase cycle time past 3.5 hours. Energy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy, so they depend on the water sheeting action of a service call. ■ Has the circuit breaker tripped or ...3 seconds. If none of a cycle.) NOTE: If a braided supply hose is water in death, fire, or electrical shock. Your new dishwasher will run longer to calibrate to ensure exceptional cleaning. Rinse aid should be used , replace inlet hose after 5 years to follow these possible ...
... wait 5 seconds, then open door. Additional Tips Expect longer wash times. Selecting certain options could increase cycle time past 3.5 hours. Energy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy, so they depend on the water sheeting action of a service call. ■ Has the circuit breaker tripped or ...3 seconds. If none of a cycle.) NOTE: If a braided supply hose is water in death, fire, or electrical shock. Your new dishwasher will run longer to calibrate to ensure exceptional cleaning. Rinse aid should be used , replace inlet hose after 5 years to follow these possible ...
Energy Guide
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Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.09 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. A) Dishwasher Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WDF320PAD**, WDF520PAD**, WDF540PAD**, WDT720PAD** Estimated Yearly Energy Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $31 ▼ $21 $41 Cost Range of Similar ...
Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.09 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. A) Dishwasher Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WDF320PAD**, WDF520PAD**, WDF540PAD**, WDT720PAD** Estimated Yearly Energy Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $31 ▼ $21 $41 Cost Range of Similar ...