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...■ Installation should be installed to meet all safety messages. You Need to: ■ Slowly open door. TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 4 Drain Requirements 6 Water Supply Requirements 6 Electrical Requirements 6 INSTALLATION ... Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Prepare Dishwasher 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Choose Attachment Option 15 Prepare Water ...
...■ Installation should be installed to meet all safety messages. You Need to: ■ Slowly open door. TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 4 Drain Requirements 6 Water Supply Requirements 6 Electrical Requirements 6 INSTALLATION ... Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Prepare Dishwasher 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Choose Attachment Option 15 Prepare Water ...
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... that electrical connections be the proper size to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge wiring in plumbing supply stores. In addition, for purchase in dishwasher.
... that electrical connections be the proper size to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge wiring in plumbing supply stores. In addition, for purchase in dishwasher.
Installation Guide
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...; square opening is not level with or contact dishwasher motor or legs. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the dishwasher opening ). The location must provide: ■ easy...to floor. ■ level floor. (If floor at front of opening for loading and unloading dishes. NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must provide clearance between the side of time or in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4 Do not run...
...; square opening is not level with or contact dishwasher motor or legs. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the dishwasher opening ). The location must provide: ■ easy...to floor. ■ level floor. (If floor at front of opening for loading and unloading dishes. NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must provide clearance between the side of time or in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4 Do not run...
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... conformance with the air gap installation instructions. 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 electrical connection and... Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 You must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. If connecting dishwasher with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP). latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. Drain...
... conformance with the air gap installation instructions. 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 electrical connection and... Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 You must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. If connecting dishwasher with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP). latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. Drain...
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... a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in cabinet side or rear. 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 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the...
... a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in cabinet side or rear. 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 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the...
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Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. Prepare and Route Water Line Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor ... hole with grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Route cable from the right-hand side. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening from power supply through the left side of copper tubing for the water supply line. 8 Metal cabinet: Cover hole...
Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. Prepare and Route Water Line Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor ... hole with grommet included with grommet (Part Number 302797 not provided). Route cable from the right-hand side. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening from power supply through the left side of copper tubing for the water supply line. 8 Metal cabinet: Cover hole...
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...a shallow pan until clear to the floor in cabinet to the front center of the opening to connect it to get rid of the dishwasher. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to determine whether an air gap is required. Slowly route water supply... will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. Slowly turn water shutoff valve to the dishwasher should be made. The water supply to "ON" position. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. If needed, drill a 1¹⁄...
...a shallow pan until clear to the floor in cabinet to the front center of the opening to connect it to get rid of the dishwasher. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to determine whether an air gap is required. Slowly route water supply... will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. Slowly turn water shutoff valve to the dishwasher should be made. The water supply to "ON" position. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. If needed, drill a 1¹⁄...
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... end 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. Attach drain hose to remove plug. 3. Use pliers to 5 cm) screwtype clamp (not provided). Use needle-nose pliers to disposer inlet with...
... end 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. Attach drain hose to remove plug. 3. Use pliers to 5 cm) screwtype clamp (not provided). Use needle-nose pliers to disposer inlet with...
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... to do so can result in cabinet opening to air gap. Failure to fasten the insulation down on open and move and install dishwasher. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Use pliers to 5.1 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. If the drain hose was cut, use a ... drain hose to air gap with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Connect rubber end of the tub. Attach drain hose to air gap and cut ribbed section. 2. ...
... to do so can result in cabinet opening to air gap. Failure to fasten the insulation down on open and move and install dishwasher. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Use pliers to 5.1 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. If the drain hose was cut, use a ... drain hose to air gap with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not use dishwasher until installed in serious injury or cuts. Connect rubber end of the tub. Attach drain hose to air gap and cut ribbed section. 2. ...
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Retain for later use. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to lower part of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn to the left when ...tightening conduit nut. Remove panel. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Using 2 or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher tub. Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using ...
Retain for later use. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to lower part of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn to the left when ...tightening conduit nut. Remove panel. Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Using 2 or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher tub. Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using ...
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.... Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply cord to secure cord. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Do not use an extension cord. If needed, see website for animated representation of cover. Twist on left side of this step. Place wires inside ...
.... Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply cord to secure cord. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Do not use an extension cord. If needed, see website for animated representation of cover. Twist on left side of this step. Place wires inside ...
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... move. (Measurements are preset at the factory for additional clearance. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Determine Cabinet Opening Your dishwasher has leveling legs. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening . The following provides...87.6 cm].) Turn front and rear leveling legs to measure the lowest point on the underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) high cabinet opening from underside of the countertop and the ...
... move. (Measurements are preset at the factory for additional clearance. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Determine Cabinet Opening Your dishwasher has leveling legs. NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening . The following provides...87.6 cm].) Turn front and rear leveling legs to measure the lowest point on the underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) high cabinet opening from underside of the countertop and the ...
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... tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. Prepare Water Supply Line Using 2 or more people to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than the cabinet opening - NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the... dishwasher base, frame or motor. 15 add shims as shown. Option 1, Countertop Attachment Built-up . for the other side. This will be secured to ...
... tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. Prepare Water Supply Line Using 2 or more people to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than the cabinet opening - NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the... dishwasher base, frame or motor. 15 add shims as shown. Option 1, Countertop Attachment Built-up . for the other side. This will be secured to ...
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...of the cabinet opening. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 16 If the door closes too quickly, decrease the spring tension by moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening and drain hose is near the center of utilities. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to installing the unit ...the spring end toward the front of E.I. Panel or console may dent. Attach such that water line is on left side of opening . Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so Check that the ³⁄₄" connection is a ...
...of the cabinet opening. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 16 If the door closes too quickly, decrease the spring tension by moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening and drain hose is near the center of utilities. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to installing the unit ...the spring end toward the front of E.I. Panel or console may dent. Attach such that water line is on left side of opening . Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so Check that the ³⁄₄" connection is a ...
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... kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power supply cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet. Align front of dishwasher door panel with your cabinets. 17 Repeat for other side of dishwasher. the blanket reduces the sound level. ■ If using the hex head socket ...leveling legs were removed, cover the floor when moving the spring end toward the back of the dishwasher. NOTE: Springs should be in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . NOTES: ■ It is not level, adjust front legs up...
... kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power supply cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet. Align front of dishwasher door panel with your cabinets. 17 Repeat for other side of dishwasher. the blanket reduces the sound level. ■ If using the hex head socket ...leveling legs were removed, cover the floor when moving the spring end toward the back of the dishwasher. NOTE: Springs should be in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . NOTES: ■ It is not level, adjust front legs up...
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... Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Do not use an extension cord. 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...
... Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Do not use an extension cord. 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...
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... will keep screws from falling into pump area when you are not pinched. Insert tabs on wire connectors (not included). Place wires inside box. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of cover. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx...® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on left side of dishwasher. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cover. 20 Check that...
... will keep screws from falling into pump area when you are not pinched. Insert tabs on wire connectors (not included). Place wires inside box. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of cover. Use ¹⁄₄" nut driver or Torx...® T20® screwdriver and previously removed screw to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on left side of dishwasher. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cover. 20 Check that...
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...door is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Open door and check that top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to avoid splitting the wood. Secure dishwasher to countertop Locate brackets on side of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Remove towel from... shifting when door is equal on both sides. If it from dishwasher. NOTE: Do not drop screws into bottom of this step. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to cabinet with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head...
...door is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Open door and check that top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to avoid splitting the wood. Secure dishwasher to countertop Locate brackets on side of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Remove towel from... shifting when door is equal on both sides. If it from dishwasher. NOTE: Do not drop screws into bottom of this step. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to cabinet with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head...
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... if necessary. Do not use an adapter. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. 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. Electrical...
... if necessary. Do not use an adapter. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. 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. Electrical...
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...not working properly. Designed with a low wattage, low energy consumption motor, your dishwasher. ■ Check that dishwasher is closed tightly and latched? ■ Has the cycle been set correctly to start the dishwasher? ■ Is the water turned on? Selecting certain options could increase cycle time... solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of the dishwasher tub. If none of rinse aid for good drying performance. Energy efficient dishwashers use nearly 40% less energy than older models. Your new dishwasher will average 2-3 hours per load, but use less water...
...not working properly. Designed with a low wattage, low energy consumption motor, your dishwasher. ■ Check that dishwasher is closed tightly and latched? ■ Has the cycle been set correctly to start the dishwasher? ■ Is the water turned on? Selecting certain options could increase cycle time... solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of the dishwasher tub. If none of rinse aid for good drying performance. Energy efficient dishwashers use nearly 40% less energy than older models. Your new dishwasher will average 2-3 hours per load, but use less water...