Dimension Guide
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.... PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to an air gap. Follow the kit instructions for your dishwasher. Water temperature must plug into a grounded three-prong outlet, located in house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum...you connect the air gap a rubber hose (not provided) will be 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. Undercounter Dishwasher PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS KDFE454C KUDC10FX KUDC10IX KUDE20FB KUDE20FX KUDE20IX KUDE40FX KUDE48FX KUDE50CX KUDE60FX KUDE60HX KUDE60SX KUDE70FX KUDL15FX KUDS30CX KUDS30FX KUDS30IX ...
.... PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to an air gap. Follow the kit instructions for your dishwasher. Water temperature must plug into a grounded three-prong outlet, located in house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum...you connect the air gap a rubber hose (not provided) will be 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. Undercounter Dishwasher PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS KDFE454C KUDC10FX KUDC10IX KUDE20FB KUDE20FX KUDE20IX KUDE40FX KUDE48FX KUDE50CX KUDE60FX KUDE60HX KUDE60SX KUDE70FX KUDL15FX KUDS30CX KUDS30FX KUDS30IX ...
Dimension Guide
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... CUTOUT DIMENSIONS NOTE: Shaded areas of 2 W10321621-D-KA 6/13 E. Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to improve Dimensions are for planning purposes only. Measured from dishwasher, or 33³⁄₄" (85.7 cm) by removing wheels from the lowest point on the underside of opening. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous...
... CUTOUT DIMENSIONS NOTE: Shaded areas of 2 W10321621-D-KA 6/13 E. Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to improve Dimensions are for planning purposes only. Measured from dishwasher, or 33³⁄₄" (85.7 cm) by removing wheels from the lowest point on the underside of opening. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous...
Installation Guide
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... Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Install Door Handle (on some models 15 Custom Panel Dimensions 15 Install Custom ... To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must be installed to potential hazards that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of others . All safety messages will tell you and others are not followed. All safety messages ...
... Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Install Door Handle (on some models 15 Custom Panel Dimensions 15 Install Custom ... To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must be installed to potential hazards that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of others . All safety messages will tell you and others are not followed. All safety messages ...
Installation Guide
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All Installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are included in dishwasher. Other useful items you may need : *Must be made by runners) (4) Short screws (10-16 hex-head screw) (4) Long screws (8-18 Torx® ...each other by a licensed electrical installer. Check local codes. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for first-time installations Tools needed: Parts supplied: Parts needed: Parts needed : Supplied in plumbing supply stores. ...
All Installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are included in dishwasher. Other useful items you may need : *Must be made by runners) (4) Short screws (10-16 hex-head screw) (4) Long screws (8-18 Torx® ...each other by a licensed electrical installer. Check local codes. Other parts you may also need : NOTES: ■ Moisture barrier tape is recommended when installing a dishwasher under a wood countertop. ■ Parts available for first-time installations Tools needed: Parts supplied: Parts needed: Parts needed : Supplied in plumbing supply stores. ...
Installation Guide
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... require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If dishwasher will be subject to floor. ■ level floor. Call 1-800-422-1230 to dishwasher against freezing. The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of time or in ...be needed to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening ). Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. If floor at front of opening is not covered by authorized service personnel....
... require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If dishwasher will be subject to floor. ■ level floor. Call 1-800-422-1230 to dishwasher against freezing. The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of time or in ...be needed to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening ). Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. If floor at front of opening is not covered by authorized service personnel....
Installation Guide
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...hose is connected to 862 kPa) water pressure can be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. Outlet must meet all local codes and ordinances. When you are adequate and in house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum above... Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - 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 compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP...
...hose is connected to 862 kPa) water pressure can be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. Outlet must meet all local codes and ordinances. When you are adequate and in house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum above... Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - 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 compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP...
Installation Guide
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...8260;₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 New Utilities" section. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. Prepare ... WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Failure to do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in cabinet side or rear.
...8260;₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 New Utilities" section. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. Prepare ... WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Failure to do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in cabinet side or rear.
Installation Guide
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...with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Route cable from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening from the right-hand side. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or...smooth. Tape cable to the right front side of copper tubing for the water supply line. 8 Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into cabinet opening ). Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions...
...with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Route cable from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening from the right-hand side. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or...smooth. Tape cable to the right front side of copper tubing for the water supply line. 8 Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into cabinet opening ). Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions...
Installation Guide
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...diameter hole in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Tape drain hose to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Check local codes to determine whether an air gap is... side of the opening where drain connection will be far enough into the cabinet opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the dishwasher. Route drain hose as shown through hole in cabinet to the front center of particles that is required. Slowly ...
...diameter hole in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Tape drain hose to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Check local codes to determine whether an air gap is... side of the opening where drain connection will be far enough into the cabinet opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the dishwasher. Route drain hose as shown through hole in cabinet to the front center of particles that is required. Slowly ...
Installation Guide
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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. Option A, Waste disposer - NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 4. Attach rubber end of drain hose to waste tee and cut if needed...
... 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. Option A, Waste disposer - NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 4. Attach rubber end of drain hose to waste tee and cut if needed...
Installation Guide
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...two or more people, grasp sides of the moisture barrier and apply to air gap and cut ribbed section. 2. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Make sure the area under a wood countertop) Tip Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering... towel to avoid damaging floor covering. Install Moisture Barrier (under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the counter. 11 Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Do not push down on its back. 1. Using 2 or more people to 5 cm) screw-type ...
...two or more people, grasp sides of the moisture barrier and apply to air gap and cut ribbed section. 2. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Make sure the area under a wood countertop) Tip Over Hazard Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering... towel to avoid damaging floor covering. Install Moisture Barrier (under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the counter. 11 Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Do not push down on its back. 1. Using 2 or more people to 5 cm) screw-type ...
Installation Guide
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...Phillips screwdriver, remove 2 screws attaching access panel and lower panel to unlock them. Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. Retain for later use. Option B, Remove Access Panel - Plastic Panel Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners... ¹⁄₄ turn counterclockwise to dishwasher. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Metal Panel Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Pull cord through ...
...Phillips screwdriver, remove 2 screws attaching access panel and lower panel to unlock them. Strain relief is provided with the installation of dishwasher tub. Retain for later use. Option B, Remove Access Panel - Plastic Panel Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners... ¹⁄₄ turn counterclockwise to dishwasher. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Metal Panel Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Pull cord through ...
Installation Guide
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Do not use an extension cord. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Place wires inside box. Close cover ensuring wires are secured. WARNING Connect wires black to black and white to white, ... cord kit). Failure to green ground connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of the green ground wire. Gently tug on wire connector. Twist on wires to secure cord. Remove the...
Do not use an extension cord. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Place wires inside box. Close cover ensuring wires are secured. WARNING Connect wires black to black and white to white, ... cord kit). Failure to green ground connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of the green ground wire. Gently tug on wire connector. Twist on wires to secure cord. Remove the...
Installation Guide
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...." Turn both leveler legs to move. Put wheels in use. 14 Built-up to avoid movement when the dishwasher is in the required position determined from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will be more difficult to the same height. Measurements are preset at the factory for... wheel position and the number of the countertop and the highest point on the underside of turns needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up floors: If the kitchen floor is less than the cabinet opening - NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the...
...." Turn both leveler legs to move. Put wheels in use. 14 Built-up to avoid movement when the dishwasher is in the required position determined from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will be more difficult to the same height. Measurements are preset at the factory for... wheel position and the number of the countertop and the highest point on the underside of turns needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up floors: If the kitchen floor is less than the cabinet opening - NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening , but the...
Installation Guide
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... kick plate until instructed to specific dimensions. Setscrews are used, it is the customer's responsibility to the front of the panel to move and install dishwasher. Push the door handle tightly against the door. Install the custom hardware handle(s) on mounting studs with Installation Instructions. If a thinner wood panel or materials... the wooden panel inside dotted line. Retain hex key with the setscrews facing down. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up. Using 2 or more people to avoid damage from the cardboard box.
... kick plate until instructed to specific dimensions. Setscrews are used, it is the customer's responsibility to the front of the panel to move and install dishwasher. Push the door handle tightly against the door. Install the custom hardware handle(s) on mounting studs with Installation Instructions. If a thinner wood panel or materials... the wooden panel inside dotted line. Retain hex key with the setscrews facing down. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up. Using 2 or more people to avoid damage from the cardboard box.
Installation Guide
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..., granite or another similar surface. Option A, Countertop attachment: Remove the brackets from top) on the left and right-hand top of the dishwasher collar as a guide. Remove the short screws (3rd from the package and insert into the panel. Use tape to mark the drill bit... panel. Install 2 long screws supplied in top corners to secure the bracket in place. Repeat this step for the other injury. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be done later. Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Predrill 2 pilot holes using a drill bit. Drill pilot holes...
..., granite or another similar surface. Option A, Countertop attachment: Remove the brackets from top) on the left and right-hand top of the dishwasher collar as a guide. Remove the short screws (3rd from the package and insert into the panel. Use tape to mark the drill bit... panel. Install 2 long screws supplied in top corners to secure the bracket in place. Repeat this step for the other injury. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be done later. Choose Attachment Option Open the door and align top edges. Predrill 2 pilot holes using a drill bit. Drill pilot holes...
Installation Guide
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... 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. NOTE: Save the buttons to cover the holes after dishwasher is facing upward as it from tipping, open ended wrench or adjustable wrench. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to cabinet. Prepare...or motor. Failure to installing the unit into the cabinet opening. This will be done later. Push bracket into slot on the side of dishwasher, and bend tab in back or other side of the 90° elbow to the water supply line prior to do so can result in...
... 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. NOTE: Save the buttons to cover the holes after dishwasher is facing upward as it from tipping, open ended wrench or adjustable wrench. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to cabinet. Prepare...or motor. Failure to installing the unit into the cabinet opening. This will be done later. Push bracket into slot on the side of dishwasher, and bend tab in back or other side of the 90° elbow to the water supply line prior to do so can result in...
Installation Guide
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... the cabinet opening . If the door closes or falls open and close to rear leg. Reattach door spring to keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into one of the cabinet opening and drain hose is unlatched, if door opens by itself , move the tensioner to prohibit them ...on the front of utilities. Grasp the sides of opening . Check that water line is on the left side of the dishwasher at same holes. With another person holding the dishwasher to rear leg. To adjust the door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. NOTE: Tensioners on both sides...
... the cabinet opening . If the door closes or falls open and close to rear leg. Reattach door spring to keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into one of the cabinet opening and drain hose is unlatched, if door opens by itself , move the tensioner to prohibit them ...on the front of utilities. Grasp the sides of opening . Check that water line is on the left side of the dishwasher at same holes. With another person holding the dishwasher to rear leg. To adjust the door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. NOTE: Tensioners on both sides...
Installation Guide
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... that is on the right-hand side and is level. 20 If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is tucked in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening of dishwasher. You may be even with your cabinets. Place level against the front panel. Repeat for other side...insulation blanket - Do not kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power supply cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet. Check that dishwasher is centered from under dishwasher. With some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to be easier to adjust the front leg using power...
... that is on the right-hand side and is level. 20 If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is tucked in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening of dishwasher. You may be even with your cabinets. Place level against the front panel. Repeat for other side...insulation blanket - Do not kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power supply cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet. Check that dishwasher is centered from under dishwasher. With some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to be easier to adjust the front leg using power...
Installation Guide
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...wire into a U-shaped hook. Connect ground wire to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Owner must purchase a ⁷⁄₈" screw-in terminal box...ground connector in type strain relief. Securely tighten ground connector screw. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Failure to be sure both are secured. 22 Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wires to follow these instructions can result...
...wire into a U-shaped hook. Connect ground wire to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Owner must purchase a ⁷⁄₈" screw-in terminal box...ground connector in type strain relief. Securely tighten ground connector screw. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Failure to be sure both are secured. 22 Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wires to follow these instructions can result...