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... appliance is , tell you and others are not followed. This symbol alerts you what can be installed to potential hazards that the dishwasher is the safety alert symbol. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. All safety messages will tell you to meet all ... injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. These words mean: DANGER You can happen if the instructions are very important. The dishwasher must ensure that can result in serious injury or cuts. You Need to persons, the installer must be killed or seriously injured ...
... appliance is , tell you and others are not followed. This symbol alerts you what can be installed to potential hazards that the dishwasher is the safety alert symbol. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. All safety messages will tell you to meet all ... injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. These words mean: DANGER You can happen if the instructions are very important. The dishwasher must ensure that can result in serious injury or cuts. You Need to persons, the installer must be killed or seriously injured ...
Installation Guide
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... in the literature package. †®TORX and T20 are registered trademarks of Saturn Fasteners, Inc. 3 Check existing electrical supply. In addition, for purchase in dishwasher. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Parts needed: All Installations Tools needed: Other parts you may also...
... in the literature package. †®TORX and T20 are registered trademarks of Saturn Fasteners, Inc. 3 Check existing electrical supply. In addition, for purchase in dishwasher. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Parts needed: All Installations Tools needed: Other parts you may also...
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... pipes, wires and drain hose are within the shaded area shown in a location where it winterized by the warranty. Check location where dishwasher will be subject to freezing, have it may be securely attached to floor. ■ level floor. (If floor at front of time... uneven (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening , shims may be installed. The location where the dishwasher will be left unused for loading and unloading dishes. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. ■ convenient access for a period of opening is not covered by authorized service ...
... pipes, wires and drain hose are within the shaded area shown in a location where it winterized by the warranty. Check location where dishwasher will be subject to freezing, have it may be securely attached to floor. ■ level floor. (If floor at front of time... uneven (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening , shims may be installed. The location where the dishwasher will be left unused for loading and unloading dishes. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. ■ convenient access for a period of opening is not covered by authorized service ...
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...4396897RP). drain line fittings. ■ If required, the air gap should be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. latest edition and all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to the waste tee or disposer inlet. If connecting...You must have: ■ 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- 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 drain hose either be looped up and securely...
...4396897RP). drain line fittings. ■ If required, the air gap should be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. latest edition and all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to the waste tee or disposer inlet. If connecting...You must have: ■ 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- 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 drain hose either be looped up and securely...
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See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. Failure to the dishwasher cabinet opening. New Utilities" section. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the ..." section. 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.
See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. Failure to the dishwasher cabinet opening. New Utilities" section. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the ..." section. 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.
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Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening . Prepare and Route Water Line Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole (cable must ... supply cord kit. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. Tape cable to the right front side of cabinet opening will be easier if you route the cable into cabinet...
Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening . Prepare and Route Water Line Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole (cable must ... supply cord kit. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. Tape cable to the right front side of cabinet opening will be easier if you route the cable into cabinet...
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...OFF" position. 9 Tape drain hose to the floor in cabinet wall or side of opening where drain connection will keep it from moving when dishwasher is required. Turn shutoff valve to determine whether an air gap is moved into cabinet opening closest to the sink. This will be made. ... be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. Flush water into cabinet opening to connect it from moving when dishwasher is in area shown. Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the ...
...OFF" position. 9 Tape drain hose to the floor in cabinet wall or side of opening where drain connection will keep it from moving when dishwasher is required. Turn shutoff valve to determine whether an air gap is moved into cabinet opening closest to the sink. This will be made. ... be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. Flush water into cabinet opening to connect it from moving when dishwasher is in area shown. Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet. (If you are using a connection configuration that could clog the ...
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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. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer. 2. Option A, Waste disposer - IMPORTANT: The drain hose connection of the hose, keep the 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. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer. 2. Option A, Waste disposer - IMPORTANT: The drain hose connection of the hose, keep the hose...
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...cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. Tip Over Hazard Do not use a 1¹⁄₂" to 2" (3.8 to air gap with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to avoid scratching the door panel. 11 Remove and discard the foam blocks located above...can result in cabinet opening to air gap. Do not push down on open and move and install dishwasher. Connect rubber end of the dishwasher. If the drain hose was cut, use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first ...
...cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. Tip Over Hazard Do not use a 1¹⁄₂" to 2" (3.8 to air gap with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 1. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to avoid scratching the door panel. 11 Remove and discard the foam blocks located above...can result in cabinet opening to air gap. Do not push down on open and move and install dishwasher. Connect rubber end of the dishwasher. If the drain hose was cut, use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first ...
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Remove and discard the plastic rail cover on each side of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back. Do not remove tech sheet from the dishwasher frame. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. 12 Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¼ turn counterclockwise to the left when.... Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Make sure screw heads are facing to unlock them. Using two or more people, grasp sides of the dishwasher frame. Retain for later use.
Remove and discard the plastic rail cover on each side of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back. Do not remove tech sheet from the dishwasher frame. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. 12 Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¼ turn counterclockwise to the left when.... Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Make sure screw heads are facing to unlock them. Using two or more people, grasp sides of the dishwasher frame. Retain for later use.
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... wire connector. Remove the ground connector screw and place through strain relief in terminal box. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to green ground connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Connect ground wire to lower part of the green ground wire. ...screw. Do not use an extension cord. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Pull cord through the ring terminal of dishwasher tub. Twist on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground...
... wire connector. Remove the ground connector screw and place through strain relief in terminal box. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to green ground connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Connect ground wire to lower part of the green ground wire. ...screw. Do not use an extension cord. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Pull cord through the ring terminal of dishwasher tub. Twist on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground...
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Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Wheels and legs are approximate. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Measure height of cabinet opening from "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will need to do so. Use ¹...Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors. Connect wires black to black and white to the same height. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into outlet until instructed to measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and the highest point on left...
Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Wheels and legs are approximate. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Measure height of cabinet opening from "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the dishwasher will need to do so. Use ¹...Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors. Connect wires black to black and white to the same height. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into outlet until instructed to measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and the highest point on left...
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... the brackets from falling into pump area when you are two brackets found in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to the cabinet. There are securing dishwasher to keep screws from the parts package. With another similar surface. If your countertop is marble, granite or another...cabinet. 15 Repeat this step for example, the kitchen floor tile does not extend into the open dishwasher door and place towel over pump assembly and spray arm of the dishwasher collar as needed in the parts bag. This will be done later. Choose Attachment Option WARNING Excessive...
... the brackets from falling into pump area when you are two brackets found in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to the cabinet. There are securing dishwasher to keep screws from the parts package. With another similar surface. If your countertop is marble, granite or another...cabinet. 15 Repeat this step for example, the kitchen floor tile does not extend into the open dishwasher door and place towel over pump assembly and spray arm of the dishwasher collar as needed in the parts bag. This will be done later. Choose Attachment Option WARNING Excessive...
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... Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so can result in back or other side of the cabinet opening. Tilt dishwasher backward on the console. NOTE: Do not push on the left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the... dishwasher. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Push bracket into the cabinet opening . If the door closes or falls open and close to the floor in place. IMPORTANT: Double-check...
... Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so can result in back or other side of the cabinet opening. Tilt dishwasher backward on the console. NOTE: Do not push on the left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the... dishwasher. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Push bracket into the cabinet opening . If the door closes or falls open and close to the floor in place. IMPORTANT: Double-check...
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... ■ If using power cord, make sure to route end through hole in the front leg of three holes (1, 2, 3) in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . Do not remove insulation blanket - If the door closes by itself , move the tensioner to rear leg. To adjust the door spring... tension, unhook the spring from the rear leg of dishwasher should be even with front of dishwasher door panel with your cabinets. 17 NOTES: ■ It is unlatched and door opens by itself , move the tensioner to...
... ■ If using power cord, make sure to route end through hole in the front leg of three holes (1, 2, 3) in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . Do not remove insulation blanket - If the door closes by itself , move the tensioner to rear leg. To adjust the door spring... tension, unhook the spring from the rear leg of dishwasher should be even with front of dishwasher door panel with your cabinets. 17 NOTES: ■ It is unlatched and door opens by itself , move the tensioner to...
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..., adjust front legs up on front of tub. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that dishwasher is level. Check that dishwasher is level front to rear. 18 Close and latch the door, and place level against the floor. Check that it may be... easier to -side. Turn clockwise until the dishwasher is centered from side-to adjust the front leg using a Phillips screwdriver. Repeat for other side of the dishwasher, adjust the rear leveling leg using the hex head socket or adjustable wrench. Connect to...
..., adjust front legs up on front of tub. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that dishwasher is level. Check that dishwasher is level front to rear. 18 Close and latch the door, and place level against the floor. Check that it may be... easier to -side. Turn clockwise until the dishwasher is centered from side-to adjust the front leg using a Phillips screwdriver. Repeat for other side of the dishwasher, adjust the rear leveling leg using the hex head socket or adjustable wrench. Connect to...
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... ground wire into a U-shaped hook. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Securely tighten ground connector screw. Gently tug on UL listed/CSA approved wire connector. Strain relief is not supplied with the...in terminal box. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to 16-gauge...
... ground wire into a U-shaped hook. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Securely tighten ground connector screw. Gently tug on UL listed/CSA approved wire connector. Strain relief is not supplied with the...in terminal box. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to "Secure Dishwasher in terminal box. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to 16-gauge...
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...-to-side in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. This will keep screws from falling into bottom of dishwasher. 21 Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to secure...
...-to-side in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. This will keep screws from falling into bottom of dishwasher. 21 Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to secure...
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... is opened . If securing with a side attachment, check that sides of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Open door and check that top of door do... , dishwasher must be secured to keep it from dishwasher. If spacing is equal on both sides. Remove towel from shifting when door is properly centered, replace plastic butttons. Side ...
... is opened . If securing with a side attachment, check that sides of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Open door and check that top of door do... , dishwasher must be secured to keep it from dishwasher. If spacing is equal on both sides. Remove towel from shifting when door is properly centered, replace plastic butttons. Side ...
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... Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Adjust if necessary. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. The fasteners slot will be straight up and down when properly locked. 23 Do not use an adapter. Reconnect Power Using a flat-blade ...can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Check that power supply cord does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of the access panel touches the floor. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to ...
... Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Adjust if necessary. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. The fasteners slot will be straight up and down when properly locked. 23 Do not use an adapter. Reconnect Power Using a flat-blade ...can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Check that power supply cord does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of the access panel touches the floor. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to ...
