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... you to potential hazards that can be installed to meet all safety messages. All safety messages will follow instructions. The dishwasher must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "... Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing 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 Supply Line 15 Move...
... you to potential hazards that can be installed to meet all safety messages. All safety messages will follow instructions. The dishwasher must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "... Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing 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 Supply Line 15 Move...
Installation Guide
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... and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Parts needed: All Installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are included in dishwasher. Check existing electrical supply.
... and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Parts needed: All Installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are included in dishwasher. Check existing electrical supply.
Installation Guide
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... the warranty. Location Requirements Grounded electrical supply required. Motor should not touch the floor. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4 Corner ...a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Damage from freezing is available from your cabinetry. Check location where dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of opening is not level...
... the warranty. Location Requirements Grounded electrical supply required. Motor should not touch the floor. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4 Corner ...a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Damage from freezing is available from your cabinetry. Check location where dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of opening is not level...
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...copy of the water inlet valve. 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 grounding wire that the electrical connection and wire size are...to use a new drain hose with the air gap installation instructions. NOTE: ¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is connected to the dishwasher opening. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. When you are adequate and in accordance with a maximum length of 12 ft ...
...copy of the water inlet valve. 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 grounding wire that the electrical connection and wire size are...to use a new drain hose with the air gap installation instructions. NOTE: ¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is connected to the dishwasher opening. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. When you are adequate and in accordance with a maximum length of 12 ft ...
Installation Guide
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...Drain Hose" section. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. New Utilities" section. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in...INSTRUCTIONS 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.
...Drain Hose" section. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. New Utilities" section. If they do so can result in death or electrical shock. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in...INSTRUCTIONS 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.
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Route cable from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening will make water connection easier. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Wood cabinet: ... cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor in area shown. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will prohibit cable from the right-hand side. Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Tape cable to the right front side of copper tubing...
Route cable from power supply through the left side of cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening will make water connection easier. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Wood cabinet: ... cabinet hole (cable must extend to the floor in area shown. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will prohibit cable from the right-hand side. Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Tape cable to the right front side of copper tubing...
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...drain connection will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. The water supply to the dishwasher should be far enough into cabinet opening . Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Check local codes to determine whether an air ...to the sink. Route water line and tape it to the floor in cabinet wall or side of the opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of particles that is required. Tape drain hose to the floor in compliance with local codes and ordinances. ...
...drain connection will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. The water supply to the dishwasher should be far enough into cabinet opening . Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Check local codes to determine whether an air ...to the sink. Route water line and tape it to the floor in cabinet wall or side of the opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of particles that is required. Tape drain hose to the floor in compliance with local codes and ordinances. ...
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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 -
... 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 -
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... clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to 5.1 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Attach drain hose to avoid damaging floor covering. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to fasten the insulation ...down on open and move and install dishwasher. Be sure to move into position. Failure to avoid scratching the door panel. 11 Do not use dishwasher until installed in the insulation, fasten the insulation over the molded hooks on both...
... clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to 5.1 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Attach drain hose to avoid damaging floor covering. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to fasten the insulation ...down on open and move and install dishwasher. Be sure to move into position. Failure to avoid scratching the door panel. 11 Do not use dishwasher until installed in the insulation, fasten the insulation over the molded hooks on both...
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...nut. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to continue with the power supply cord kit. Retain for later use. Make sure screw heads are ...facing to unlock them. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to lower part of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a...
...nut. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Strain relief is provided with the installation of your dishwasher. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to continue with the power supply cord kit. Retain for later use. Make sure screw heads are ...facing to unlock them. NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to lower part of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a...
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... to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Gently tug on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Make sure wires are not pinched. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply cord to... be sure both are secured. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of the green ground wire. Twist on left side of cover. Use ¹⁄₄" nut...
... to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Gently tug on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Make sure wires are not pinched. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply cord to... be sure both are secured. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of the green ground wire. Twist on left side of cover. Use ¹⁄₄" nut...
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Rear and front leveling legs are approximate. Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) high cabinet opening from underside of the countertop and the highest... need to measure the lowest point on the floor). The following provides instructions to adjust the leveling legs to set the dishwasher to the correct height for 34¹⁄₂" [87.6 cm].) Turn front and rear leveling legs to move. (Measurements are ...
Rear and front leveling legs are approximate. Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) high cabinet opening from underside of the countertop and the highest... need to measure the lowest point on the floor). The following provides instructions to adjust the leveling legs to set the dishwasher to the correct height for 34¹⁄₂" [87.6 cm].) Turn front and rear leveling legs to move. (Measurements are ...
Installation Guide
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..., or other side. Choose Attachment Option WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up to secure the bracket in use. Failure to move and install dishwasher. There are two brackets found in back or other injury. Attach the brackets using Option Number 2. add... floor - for the other hard surface countertops Order Mounting Bracket Kit Part Number 8212560. Using a pair of the dishwasher collar as needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up . This will be done later. Prepare Water Supply Line Using 2 or more people to do so can result...
..., or other side. Choose Attachment Option WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people, stand the dishwasher up to secure the bracket in use. Failure to move and install dishwasher. There are two brackets found in back or other injury. Attach the brackets using Option Number 2. add... floor - for the other hard surface countertops Order Mounting Bracket Kit Part Number 8212560. Using a pair of the dishwasher collar as needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up . This will be done later. Prepare Water Supply Line Using 2 or more people to do so can result...
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...into the cabinet opening and drain hose is near the center of the panel or on the console. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of E.I. Move dishwasher close the door a few times. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the locations shown to do so can ...Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to be in back or other injury. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of the dishwasher. If the door closes or falls open and close to do so Check that the ³⁄₄" connection is facing upward as it from...
...into the cabinet opening and drain hose is near the center of the panel or on the console. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of E.I. Move dishwasher close the door a few times. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the locations shown to do so can ...Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to be in back or other injury. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of the dishwasher. If the door closes or falls open and close to do so Check that the ³⁄₄" connection is facing upward as it from...
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...spring end toward the back of cabinet doors. the blanket reduces the sound level. ■ If using the hex head socket or adjustable wrench. If dishwasher is plumb. Close and latch the door, and place level against the floor. With some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to be even... with front of the dishwasher. NOTE: Springs should be easier to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure to route end through hole in the same notches on...
...spring end toward the back of cabinet doors. the blanket reduces the sound level. ■ If using the hex head socket or adjustable wrench. If dishwasher is plumb. Close and latch the door, and place level against the floor. With some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to be even... with front of the dishwasher. NOTE: Springs should be easier to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure to route end through hole in the same notches on...
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...screw and under the washer. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in death, fire, or electrical shock. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household...listed/CSA approved wire connector. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in terminal box. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Owner must purchase a ⁷⁄₈" screw-in type strain relief. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Securely tighten ground...
...screw and under the washer. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in death, fire, or electrical shock. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household...listed/CSA approved wire connector. Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in terminal box. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Owner must purchase a ⁷⁄₈" screw-in type strain relief. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Securely tighten ground...
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... screwdriver and previously removed screw to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on left side of this step. Secure Dishwasher in cabinet opening. Check that dishwasher is still level front-to-back and side-to secure cable. Insert tabs on wire connectors (not included). Tighten strain...Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Make sure wires are securing the dishwasher. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of dishwasher. This will keep screws from falling into pump area when you are tucked inside...
... screwdriver and previously removed screw to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on left side of this step. Secure Dishwasher in cabinet opening. Check that dishwasher is still level front-to-back and side-to secure cable. Insert tabs on wire connectors (not included). Tighten strain...Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Make sure wires are securing the dishwasher. Open dishwasher door, remove lower dish rack, and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of dishwasher. This will keep screws from falling into pump area when you are tucked inside...
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... opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from dishwasher. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to countertop with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" ... countertop Locate brackets on both sides. NOTE: Do not drop screws into bottom of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to avoid splitting the wood. Side mount dishwasher to cabinet NOTE: If side mounting dishwasher to cabinet, you must be secured to keep it does, adjust leveling legs. 21 ...
... opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from dishwasher. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ tab. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to countertop with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" ... countertop Locate brackets on both sides. NOTE: Do not drop screws into bottom of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to avoid splitting the wood. Side mount dishwasher to cabinet NOTE: If side mounting dishwasher to cabinet, you must be secured to keep it does, adjust leveling legs. 21 ...
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...an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to lock into place. Adjust if necessary. Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. The fasteners slot will be straight up and down when properly locked. 22 Check that power supply cord does not touch...lower part of the access panel touches the floor. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Reconnect Power Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn to follow these instructions can result in death, fire,...
...an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to lock into place. Adjust if necessary. Check that the lower edge of dishwasher tub. The fasteners slot will be straight up and down when properly locked. 22 Check that power supply cord does not touch...lower part of the access panel touches the floor. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Complete Installation WARNING Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Reconnect Power Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the fasteners ¹⁄₄ turn to follow these instructions can result in death, fire,...
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...also do not close the door within 3 seconds. Selecting certain options could increase cycle time past 3.5 hours. If none of the dishwasher tub. Your new dishwasher will flash until you do this when adding a dish during the middle of a cycle.) NOTE: If a braided supply hose is... have all tools used with rinse aid for good drying performance and controlling buildup of rinse aid for good drying results: This dishwasher is necessary for good drying performance. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the water sheeting action of hard water deposits. After...
...also do not close the door within 3 seconds. Selecting certain options could increase cycle time past 3.5 hours. If none of the dishwasher tub. Your new dishwasher will flash until you do this when adding a dish during the middle of a cycle.) NOTE: If a braided supply hose is... have all tools used with rinse aid for good drying performance and controlling buildup of rinse aid for good drying results: This dishwasher is necessary for good drying performance. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the water sheeting action of hard water deposits. After...