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Question posted by terrykopinski on May 13th, 2014

Why Instructions Say 'you Can Remove Insulation On Top Of Kitchenaid Dishwasher?

Why Do Kitchenaid Dishwasher Instructions Say The "you Can Remove Insulation (on Top Of Dishwasher) Along Perforated Line. Can We Also Choose To Leave The Insulation As Is. Will That Affect Negatively The Short And Long Term Performance Of The Dishwasher? i Do Hope You Have The Answer. Thank You.

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on May 13th, 2014 6:00 PM

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For the reasoning behind its instruction you'd have to ask Kitchenaid. Phone 800-422-1230.

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...862 kPa) water pressure. Insulation may be compressed. (not ...line (¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is resistant to house plumbing lower than 20" Use ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) minimum I.D. Drain Requirements: A new drain hose is not long...instructions. Follow the kit instructions for planning purposes only. If required, the air gap should be connected to the dishwasher...

Dimension Guide - Page 2

... reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice. Measured from the lowest point on the underside of opening. (6214c"m) Check that all surfaces have no protrusions that would prohibit dishwasher installation. (61E2c4m" ) (86m.344icn"m) D (10.42"cm) (7.63"cm) (17...

Installation Guide - Page 2

... Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 10 Install Moisture Barrier 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 13 Installation Instructions (cont.) Install the Door Handle 14 Custom Panel Dimensions 14 Install Custom Panel 15 Choose Attachment Option 17 Move Dishwasher Into Cabinet Opening 17 Connect to...

Installation Guide - Page 5

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Installation Guide - Page 12

... in order to lower part of damaging the power supply cord. Power Supply Cord: Follow Option A instructions Direct Wire: Follow Option B instructions NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Take notice when installing or removing the dishwasher in terminal bow. Strain relief is provided with the installation of...

Installation Guide - Page 13

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Installation Guide - Page 14

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Installation Guide - Page 17

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Installation Guide - Page 19

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Installation Guide - Page 21

...secure cable. 5 Direct Wire-Reinstall terminal box cover NOTE: Twist on wires to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2 Direct Wire-Connect ground wire Wiring ...cord. Place wires inside box. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under the washer. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver and previously removed screw to green ground connector in strain relief ...

Installation Guide - Page 23

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Installation Guide - Page 24

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Installation Guide - Page 25

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Use & Care Guide - Page 1

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Use & Care Guide - Page 2

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Use & Care Guide - Page 11

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Use & Care Guide - Page 13

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Use & Care Guide - Page 14

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Use & Care Guide - Page 16

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Use & Care Guide - Page 17

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