Installation Guide
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...must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. WARNING Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until latched. ■ Observe all safety messages. WARNING: To reduce the risk of others . We have provided ...instructions. ■ Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician. Do not push down on your appliance. Close dishwasher door until completely installed. 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...
...must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. WARNING Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until latched. ■ Observe all safety messages. WARNING: To reduce the risk of others . We have provided ...instructions. ■ Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician. Do not push down on your appliance. Close dishwasher door until completely installed. 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...
Installation Guide
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... cord conversion kit. †®TORX and T20 are included in the literature package. *Power cord grommet included only on power cord models or in dishwasher. Check existing electrical supply. Check local codes. See "Electrical Requirements" section. Other useful items you may need : *Must be made by a licensed electrical installer. Read...
... cord conversion kit. †®TORX and T20 are included in the literature package. *Power cord grommet included only on power cord models or in dishwasher. Check existing electrical supply. Check local codes. See "Electrical Requirements" section. Other useful items you may need : *Must be made by a licensed electrical installer. Read...
Installation Guide
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... where they can interfere with floor at front of opening, shims may be installed. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. ■ convenient access for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. A side panel kit is available from your dealer for installing your...Motor should not touch the floor. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to freezing, have it may be needed to level dishwasher.) Helpful Tip: Be sure to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the dishwasher opening is uneven (example: Flooring extends only...
... where they can interfere with floor at front of opening, shims may be installed. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. ■ convenient access for a period of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet. A side panel kit is available from your dealer for installing your...Motor should not touch the floor. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to freezing, have it may be needed to level dishwasher.) Helpful Tip: Be sure to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the dishwasher opening is uneven (example: Flooring extends only...
Installation Guide
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... use an air gap if the drain hose is recommended that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is not long enough, use with dishwasher. ■ Power supply cord must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to waste tee or disposer inlet above... hose connection with rubber washer (Part Number W10273460). ■ Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the dishwasher opening. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. NOTE: ¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is supplied with your...
... use an air gap if the drain hose is recommended that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is not long enough, use with dishwasher. ■ Power supply cord must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to waste tee or disposer inlet above... hose connection with rubber washer (Part Number W10273460). ■ Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) of the dishwasher. ■ Make sure to connect drain hose to the dishwasher opening. latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. NOTE: ¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is supplied with your...
Installation Guide
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... a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in death or electrical shock. If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. New Utilities" section. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is... can result in cabinet side or rear. Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-
... a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in death or electrical shock. If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the dishwasher cabinet opening. New Utilities" section. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is... can result in cabinet side or rear. Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening-
Installation Guide
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...cabinet: Cover hole with power supply cord kit. 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 cabinet opening will be easier if you route the ...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 make water connection easier. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. Tape cable to the right front side of copper tubing for the water...
...cabinet: Cover hole with power supply cord kit. 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 cabinet opening will be easier if you route the ...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 make water connection easier. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. Tape cable to the right front side of copper tubing for the water...
Installation Guide
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...valve to the floor in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Route water line and tape it to "ON" position. Check local codes to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of opening . Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet to the floor in cabinet. (If you are... that could clog the inlet valve. Route drain hose as shown through hole in area shown. Tape drain hose to the front center of the dishwasher. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Turn shutoff valve to the hot water line using copper tubing, it to determine whether ...
...valve to the floor in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Route water line and tape it to "ON" position. Check local codes to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of opening . Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet to the floor in cabinet. (If you are... that could clog the inlet valve. Route drain hose as shown through hole in area shown. Tape drain hose to the front center of the dishwasher. Install Drain Hose IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Turn shutoff valve to the hot water line using copper tubing, it to determine whether ...
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. no air gap Helpful Tip: Remove disposer knock-out plug. 1. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 4.
... 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. no air gap Helpful Tip: Remove disposer knock-out plug. 1. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 4.
Installation Guide
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... hose clamp (provided). If the drain hose was cut ribbed section. 2. Be sure to fasten the insulation down on open and move and install dishwasher. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to avoid scratching ...insulation, fasten the insulation over the molded hooks on both sides of drain hose to avoid damaging floor covering. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Option D, No waste disposer - Use a rubber hose (not provided) with a towel to air gap.
... hose clamp (provided). If the drain hose was cut ribbed section. 2. Be sure to fasten the insulation down on open and move and install dishwasher. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to avoid scratching ...insulation, fasten the insulation over the molded hooks on both sides of drain hose to avoid damaging floor covering. Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until completely installed. Option D, No waste disposer - Use a rubber hose (not provided) with a towel to air gap.
Installation Guide
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.... NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to lower part of your dishwasher. Retain for later use. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket, nut driver or Torx® ... nut. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to continue with the power supply cord kit. Make sure screw heads are facing to unlock them. Remove panel. Using 2 or more people, grasp...
.... NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to lower part of your dishwasher. Retain for later use. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: Using a ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket, nut driver or Torx® ... nut. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. 12 Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to continue with the power supply cord kit. Make sure screw heads are facing to unlock them. Remove panel. Using 2 or more people, grasp...
Installation Guide
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Do not use an extension cord. Failure to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Twist on wire connectors. Gently tug on wires to be sure both are tucked inside terminal box. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on ... to secure cord. Tighten strain relief screws to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connector. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Place wires inside box. Connect ground wire to secure cover. Use ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket, nut driver or...
Do not use an extension cord. Failure to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. Twist on wire connectors. Gently tug on wires to be sure both are tucked inside terminal box. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on ... to secure cord. Tighten strain relief screws to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connector. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Place wires inside box. Connect ground wire to secure cover. Use ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket, nut driver or...
Installation Guide
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...the rear leveling legs and spacers can be more difficult to move. (Measurements are preset at the factory for additional clearance. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33¹⁄₂" (85.1 cm) high cabinet opening from underside of the countertop and the highest point on the... underside of countertop to measure the lowest point on the floor). Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Measure height of cabinet opening , but the...
...the rear leveling legs and spacers can be more difficult to move. (Measurements are preset at the factory for additional clearance. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33¹⁄₂" (85.1 cm) high cabinet opening from underside of the countertop and the highest point on the... underside of countertop to measure the lowest point on the floor). Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 14 Refer to adjust the leveling legs. Measure height of cabinet opening , but the...
Installation Guide
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... then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. This will be secured to 33¹⁄₂" (85.1 cm) below the countertop. Using a pair of the dishwasher collar as needed in the parts bag. Prepare Water Supply Line Using 2 or more people to do so can result in place. IMPORTANT: The... dishwasher must be securely attached to floor to secure the bracket in back or other injury. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water ...
... then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing. This will be secured to 33¹⁄₂" (85.1 cm) below the countertop. Using a pair of the dishwasher collar as needed in the parts bag. Prepare Water Supply Line Using 2 or more people to do so can result in place. IMPORTANT: The... dishwasher must be securely attached to floor to secure the bracket in back or other injury. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water ...
Installation Guide
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... is facing upward as it from moving the spring end toward the front of the door panel. With another person holding the dishwasher to do so. Move dishwasher close the door a few times. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to cabinet opening. If the door closes...tape with compression fittings. 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. Attach such that water line is on the left and right sides. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of...
... is facing upward as it from moving the spring end toward the front of the door panel. With another person holding the dishwasher to do so. Move dishwasher close the door a few times. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to cabinet opening. If the door closes...tape with compression fittings. 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. Attach such that water line is on the left and right sides. IMPORTANT: Double-check correct placement of...
Installation Guide
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...Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs. Check that dishwasher is level. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is centered from front to back in the opening . Repeat for other side...opening . NOTES: ■ It is plumb. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . NOTE: Springs should be in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . With some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to be ...
...Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs. Check that dishwasher is level. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is centered from front to back in the opening . Repeat for other side...opening . NOTES: ■ It is plumb. Helpful Tip: Push up or down until dishwasher is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . NOTE: Springs should be in cutout before sliding dishwasher into cabinet opening . With some installations, it may need to adjust alignment to be ...
Installation Guide
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... UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wires to be sure both are secured. 19 Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Gently tug on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge...NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in death, fire, or electrical shock. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Option B, Direct Wire: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to green ground connector in ...
... UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wires to be sure both are secured. 19 Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Gently tug on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge...NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in death, fire, or electrical shock. Strain relief is not supplied with the dishwasher. Option B, Direct Wire: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to green ground connector in ...
Installation Guide
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...NOTE: Do not drop screws into pump area when you are securing dishwasher to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on top of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. The dishwasher must be secured to secure cover. This will keep it from falling ...into bottom of dishwasher. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Connect wires black...
...NOTE: Do not drop screws into pump area when you are securing dishwasher to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on top of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab. The dishwasher must be secured to secure cover. This will keep it from falling ...into bottom of dishwasher. Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. Connect wires black...
Installation Guide
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... 21 Check that the lower edge of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Open door and check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the fasteners... ¹⁄₄ turn clockwise to lock into place. Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Remove towel from dishwasher. Tighten bracket screws. Complete Installation Check that top of the access panel touches the floor. If it does, adjust leveling...
... 21 Check that the lower edge of door does not contact screws, brackets or countertop. Open door and check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is not equal, loosen bracket screws secured and shift tub. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the fasteners... ¹⁄₄ turn clockwise to lock into place. Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Remove towel from dishwasher. Tighten bracket screws. Complete Installation Check that top of the access panel touches the floor. If it does, adjust leveling...
Installation Guide
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...WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. After the first 2 minutes, unlatch door, wait 5 seconds, then open door. Energy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy, so they depend on the hose for good drying results: For models with an optical water sensor so the first... the Start/Resume light will run longer to calibrate to ensure exceptional cleaning. Do not use rinse aid for good drying performance. If Dishwasher Does Not Operate First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of hard water deposits. If none of hose failure. Check...
...WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. After the first 2 minutes, unlatch door, wait 5 seconds, then open door. Energy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy, so they depend on the hose for good drying results: For models with an optical water sensor so the first... the Start/Resume light will run longer to calibrate to ensure exceptional cleaning. Do not use rinse aid for good drying performance. If Dishwasher Does Not Operate First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of hard water deposits. If none of hose failure. Check...
Use & Care Guide
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... and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." In Canada, visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777. Always read and obey all safety messages. All safety messages will follow instructions. DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for additional information. You will tell you what the potential hazard...
... and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." In Canada, visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777. Always read and obey all safety messages. All safety messages will follow instructions. DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for additional information. You will tell you what the potential hazard...