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U.S. A) Dishwasher Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: MDB7749SA**, MDB7759SA**, MDB7760SA**, MDB8949SA**, MDB8959SA**, MDBH979SA** Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $31 ▼ $20 $...
U.S. A) Dishwasher Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: MDB7749SA**, MDB7759SA**, MDB7760SA**, MDB8949SA**, MDB8959SA**, MDBH979SA** Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $31 ▼ $20 $...
Installation Guide
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...should be killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. 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 INSTRUCTIONS 7 ... can kill or hurt you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." The dishwasher must be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. Do not push down on...
...should be killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. 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 INSTRUCTIONS 7 ... can kill or hurt you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." The dishwasher must be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. Do not push down on...
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... starting installation. Other useful items you may need : NOTE: Parts available for first-time installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are included in dishwasher. In addition, for purchase in plumbing supply stores. See "Electrical Requirements" section. Parts needed: All Installations Tools needed: Other parts you may also need : Parts...
... starting installation. Other useful items you may need : NOTE: Parts available for first-time installations Tools needed : Make sure all these parts are included in dishwasher. In addition, for purchase in plumbing supply stores. See "Electrical Requirements" section. Parts needed: All Installations Tools needed: Other parts you may also need : Parts...
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...must be left unused for loading and unloading dishes. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If dishwasher will be securely attached to freezing, have it may be subject to the floor. Damage from your cabinetry. Location Requirements Grounded electrical supply ... or electrical wiring where they can interfere with floor at the end of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening ). The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of your dealer for proper ...
...must be left unused for loading and unloading dishes. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If dishwasher will be securely attached to freezing, have it may be subject to the floor. Damage from your cabinetry. Location Requirements Grounded electrical supply ... or electrical wiring where they can interfere with floor at the end of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. ■ square opening ). The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of your dealer for proper ...
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... sure that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and detergent, and fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain connector of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the underside of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that the electrical connection and wire...are connecting the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. Outlet must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in accordance with the air gap installation instructions. If drain hose is not long enough, ...
... sure that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and detergent, and fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain connector of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the underside of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that the electrical connection and wire...are connecting the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be verified by a licensed plumber. ■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher O.D. Outlet must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in accordance with the air gap installation instructions. If drain hose is not long enough, ...
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... shock. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. If they do so can result in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- New Utilities" section. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply... required inside a cabinet next to the "Install Drain Hose" section. If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. 7
... shock. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. If they do so can result in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- New Utilities" section. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply... required inside a cabinet next to the "Install Drain Hose" section. If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. 7
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... Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will prohibit cable from power supply through the left side of copper tubing for the water supply line. 8 Measure overall length of cabinet opening .... Route cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening ). Drill a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) hole in area shown. See "Product and Cabinet Opening...
... Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will prohibit cable from power supply through the left side of copper tubing for the water supply line. 8 Measure overall length of cabinet opening .... Route cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening ). Drill a ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) hole in area shown. See "Product and Cabinet Opening...
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...position. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the hot water line using copper tubing, it from moving when dishwasher is in compliance with local codes and ordinances. This will keep it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual...into cabinet opening where drain connection will prohibit it to the sink. This will be far enough into a shallow pan until clear to the dishwasher should be made. Flush water into the cabinet opening closest to the floor in area shown. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a ...
...position. Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the hot water line using copper tubing, it from moving when dishwasher is in compliance with local codes and ordinances. This will keep it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should have a manual...into cabinet opening where drain connection will prohibit it to the sink. This will be far enough into a shallow pan until clear to the dishwasher should be made. Flush water into the cabinet opening closest to the floor in area shown. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a ...
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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. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section. 2.
... 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. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section. 2.
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Remove and discard the foam blocks located above the front legs on its back. Do not remove tech sheet from the dishwasher frame. To remove the plastic rail cover, push upward and back to unsnap it from access panel. 12 Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn ...the plastic fasteners ¼ turn to do so can result in back or other injury. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Do not use dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to avoid damaging floor covering. Remove panel. Using two or more people to move and install...
Remove and discard the foam blocks located above the front legs on its back. Do not remove tech sheet from the dishwasher frame. To remove the plastic rail cover, push upward and back to unsnap it from access panel. 12 Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn ...the plastic fasteners ¼ turn to do so can result in back or other injury. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Do not use dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to avoid damaging floor covering. Remove panel. Using two or more people to move and install...
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...using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to continue with the power supply cord kit. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to the left when tightening conduit nut. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 13 Make sure screw heads are facing to ...lower part of your dishwasher. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the...
...using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to continue with the power supply cord kit. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to the left when tightening conduit nut. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 13 Make sure screw heads are facing to ...lower part of your dishwasher. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Strain relief is provided with the...
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... connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Tighten strain relief screws to do so. 14 Gently tug on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Do not use an extension cord. Make sure wires are tucked inside terminal box. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab...UL Listed/ CSA Approved twist-on wire connector. Place wires inside box. Reattach and tighten the green screw. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of the green ground wire. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on left side of cover...
... connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Tighten strain relief screws to do so. 14 Gently tug on wires to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Do not use an extension cord. Make sure wires are tucked inside terminal box. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab...UL Listed/ CSA Approved twist-on wire connector. Place wires inside box. Reattach and tighten the green screw. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If needed, see website for animated representation of the green ground wire. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on left side of cover...
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... floors: If the kitchen floor is in back or other injury. add shims as needed . Using 2 or more difficult to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can result in use. Failure to do so can be securely attached to floor to move... and install dishwasher. If your countertop is wood, laminate or another hard surface, install using Option Number 1 if the countertop is marble, granite or another similar surface....
... floors: If the kitchen floor is in back or other injury. add shims as needed . Using 2 or more difficult to avoid movement when the dishwasher is higher than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can result in use. Failure to do so can be securely attached to floor to move... and install dishwasher. If your countertop is wood, laminate or another hard surface, install using Option Number 1 if the countertop is marble, granite or another similar surface....
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... do so can result in back or other hard surface countertops NOTE: Remove the brackets from tipping, open slots on the side of dishwasher, and bend tab in place. NOTE: Do not install kick plate until instructed to cabinet. 16 This will keep it keeps the ..., or other injury. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. With another person holding the rear of the dishwasher to move and install dishwasher. Repeat this step for the other side of the dishwasher. NOTE: Save the buttons to do so. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two...
... do so can result in back or other hard surface countertops NOTE: Remove the brackets from tipping, open slots on the side of dishwasher, and bend tab in place. NOTE: Do not install kick plate until instructed to cabinet. 16 This will keep it keeps the ..., or other injury. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. With another person holding the rear of the dishwasher to move and install dishwasher. Repeat this step for the other side of the dishwasher. NOTE: Save the buttons to do so. Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two...
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...door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. Using a nut driver or hex socket, remove the screw from the rear leg of the dishwasher at same holes. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of the panel or on the console. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to a lower numbered hole... and replace the screw. If the door closes by itself , move the tensioner to the floor in the front leg of dishwasher should be secured at same holes. When door is moved into one of three holes (1, 2, 3) in the locations shown to prohibit them from ...
...door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. Using a nut driver or hex socket, remove the screw from the rear leg of the dishwasher at same holes. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of the panel or on the console. Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to a lower numbered hole... and replace the screw. If the door closes by itself , move the tensioner to the floor in the front leg of dishwasher should be secured at same holes. When door is moved into one of three holes (1, 2, 3) in the locations shown to prohibit them from ...
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... avoid damage to be easier to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure to adjust front legs. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening of tub. Align front of ...to route end through hole in the opening . Close the dishwasher door. NOTES: ■ It is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . Check that dishwasher is level from under dishwasher. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is plumb. With some installations, it may need to ...
... avoid damage to be easier to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure to adjust front legs. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening . Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening of tub. Align front of ...to route end through hole in the opening . Close the dishwasher door. NOTES: ■ It is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . Check that dishwasher is level from under dishwasher. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is plumb. With some installations, it may need to ...
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... E.I. NOTE: Do not use Teflon®† tape with compression fittings. Hand tighten until the coupling is facing upward as it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. An additional ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ turn may be required to avoid crossthreading. Turn on water supply and...
... E.I. NOTE: Do not use Teflon®† tape with compression fittings. Hand tighten until the coupling is facing upward as it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. An additional ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ turn may be required to avoid crossthreading. Turn on water supply and...
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...connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Form bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/drain under the washer. Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground... follow these instructions can result in terminal box. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. WARNING After hose is not supplied with the dishwasher. Failure to be sure both are secured. 20 Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in terminal box. Twist on UL ...
...connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. Form bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/drain under the washer. Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground... follow these instructions can result in terminal box. NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. WARNING After hose is not supplied with the dishwasher. Failure to be sure both are secured. 20 Pull cable through UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief in terminal box. Twist on UL ...
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... and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of this step. This will keep screws from falling into bottom of cover. Secure Dishwasher in cabinet opening. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cable. Tighten strain relief screws to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved... twist-on left side of dishwasher. 21 Check that dishwasher is still level front-to-back and side-to secure cover. Insert tabs on wire connectors (not included). Close cover ensuring wires...
... and place towel over pump assembly and lower spray arm of this step. This will keep screws from falling into bottom of cover. Secure Dishwasher in cabinet opening. Connect wires black to black and white to secure cable. Tighten strain relief screws to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved... twist-on left side of dishwasher. 21 Check that dishwasher is still level front-to-back and side-to secure cover. Insert tabs on wire connectors (not included). Close cover ensuring wires...
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... Reinstall the lower dish rack. If spacing is properly centered, replace plastic butttons. Check that sides of door do , dishwasher must be recentered. Tighten bracket screws. 22 If it from shifting when door is opened . Open door and check that space between... screws secured and shift tub. Secure dishwasher to countertop Locate brackets on top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to countertop with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included). The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from dishwasher. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to...
... Reinstall the lower dish rack. If spacing is properly centered, replace plastic butttons. Check that sides of door do , dishwasher must be recentered. Tighten bracket screws. 22 If it from shifting when door is opened . Open door and check that space between... screws secured and shift tub. Secure dishwasher to countertop Locate brackets on top of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to countertop with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included). The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from dishwasher. The dishwasher must drill pilot holes in cabinet to...