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Question posted by bvoerg on January 6th, 2014

Cutting Insulation From Top Of A Kitchenaid Dishwasher

We are installing a KA dishwasher and it says to cut around the preforations of the insulation on the top of the dishwasher. Is this right? Why?

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Answer #1: Posted by gw48minor on January 13th, 2014 12:05 PM

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I believe you only cut the top of the insulation off if you need to lower the height of the dishwasher, I wondered that same thing myself but left it alone since the height was not a problem.

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...Specifications subject to the dishwasher opening. If this is not long enough, use a new drain hose with product. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to an air gap... outlet, located in house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum above subfloor or floor. Insulation may be needed to connect to heat and detergent, and fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain ...

Dimension Guide - Page 2

... point 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...purposes only. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. May be installed. Instructions packed with product. D. ...

Installation Guide - Page 2

... latched. • Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Install this manual and on open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of the dishwasher. Close dishwasher door until completely installed. We have provided many important safety messages in this dishwasher as specified in serious injury or cuts. WARNING You can kill or hurt you to : •...

Installation Guide - Page 3

...179;⁄₄" thick wooden panel. Other parts you may also need : Flashlight Bath towel Supplied in the literature package. It is recommended when installing a dishwasher under - 2 - clamps (2) Phillips- suggested) or flexible braided water supply line See "Electrical Requirements" section. Parts needed : Pliers Flat-blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Utility...

Installation Guide - Page 4

.... Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with floor at the end of your dealer for installing your dishwasher at rear of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. • square opening for loading and unloading dishes. Motor should not touch the floor. A moisture barrier...

Installation Guide - Page 5

Insulation may be compressed. (not used on the underside of opening. (10.42"cm) (7.63"cm) (17.2 cm) (4.4 cm) (6.4 cm) (26.7 cm) (15.9 cm) CAlreeaar (4.4 cm) (5.12"cm) 5 May be installed. Minimum, measured from (86m.344icn"m) D E. For panel ready models, dishwasher... surfaces have no protrusions that would prohibit dishwasher installation. (61E2c4m" ) NOTE: Shaded areas of...

Installation Guide - Page 6

... use an air gap if the drain hose is supplied with the air gap installation instructions. copper tubing with 20 to 120 psi (138 to 862 kPa) water pressure can be installed in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. Use of the counter, or be verified by a licensed plumber. • 120°...

Installation Guide - Page 7

... reach far enough, follow the instructions in death or electrical shock. 1 Disconnect power Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. 2 3 Do you use? If they do so can result in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities" section. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route...

Installation Guide - Page 10

...Option A, Waste disposer - If the drain hose was cut ribbed section.) 2. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a 1¹⁄₂" to 2" (3.8 to waste tee and cut if needed , drill a 1¹⁄₂" ... needed . (Do not cut , use a new drain hose. This will be made before the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will prohibit it from the...

Installation Guide - Page 11

... connect from waste tee to underside of the countertop along the front edge of drain hose to disposer inlet. If the drain hose was cut , use dishwasher until completely installed. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into position. Attach drain hose to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 5. If the drain hose was...

Installation Guide - Page 13

... connector If needed . 13 WARNING 4 Power Cord−Secure cord on wires to be installed (you will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of the green ground wire... result in terminal box. Gently tug on strain relief Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Visit www.kitchenaid.com under FAQ tab. Reattach and tighten the green screw. 3 Power Cord-Connect...

Installation Guide - Page 14

Cut insulation blanket along the perforation. Remove the door handle and hardware bag containing the setscrews and hex key from "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 3 Built-up Floors-Add shims as needed (140."1 cm) (52c"m) (7 cm) 14 Built-up floors: If the kitchen floor is in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to 34...

Installation Guide - Page 15

...(10.2 cm) toe kick. Make sure that a cabinetmaker cut the customer panel because of the custom panel with tape. Install Custom Panel Follow steps below: A customer supplied panel must ...of the panel to do so. 1 Custom panel installation - IMPORTANT: If the handle is the customer's responsibility to move and install dishwasher. Predrill 4 pilot holes using the template provided. ...

Installation Guide - Page 19

...insulation blanket - Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening . Slide the ³⁄₄" fitting up or down until dishwasher...some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to be easier to valve Check that is on the right-...needed , adjust leveling leg until the coupling is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . NOTES: • It...

Installation Guide - Page 23

... need to cut a slit in cabinet to fit around the obstacle. 4. If needed, see website for animated representation of the plastic bag. 2. Slowly slide the pad toward the back of door do , dishwasher must drill pilot holes in the pad to avoid splitting the wood before installing screws. Complete Installation 1 Reinstall access panels Insulation (on...

Use & Care Guide - Page 1

... to us at www.kitchenaid.com. For your model and serial number on the label located near the door on the right-hand or left-hand side of Contents DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 PARTS AND FEATURES 4 START-UP / QUICK REFERENCE 5 QUICK STEPS 6 DISHWASHER USE 6 CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS 8 DISHWASHER FEEDBACK SECTION 10 DISHWASHER FEATURES 11 DISHWASHER CARE 12 TROUBLESHOOTING...

Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... a grounding plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Doing so can result in a risk of California to the equipment-grounding... and connected to cause cancer. grounding conductor can result in serious injury or cuts. The dishwasher is properly grounded. WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

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Use & Care Guide - Page 13

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Use & Care Guide - Page 16

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