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Dishwasher
Installation
Instructions
18" built-in
INSTALLER: Leave Installation Instructions with owner.
OWNER: Read your dishwasher Use and Care Manual. It contains
important safety information for operating this appliance. It also has
many suggestions for getting the best results from your dishwasher.
Printed in U.S.A.
154418801/8051232
(12/01)
Before You Begin
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual
and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or
hurt you and others.
All safety messages follow the safety alert symbol and either
the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't
immediately follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you
how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if
the instructions are not followed.
Read all instructions before installing dishwasher.
For your safety, please read and observe all safety instructions.
This guide will help you anticipate drain, water, and electrical
connections, and help you select the best location for the dishwasher.
Observe all local codes and ordinances for electrical and
plumbing connections. All electrical and plumbing work should
be performed by qualified persons.
5
Leveling Dishwasher
within Cabinets
1. Measure height of cabinet opening
from underside of countertop to floor.
Check chart for height opening and
suggested adjustment.
Leg Leveler Adjustment Chart
Height of
Number of Turns to
Cabinet Opening
Adjust Levelers
34" (86.4cm)
0
34
1
/
" (86.7cm)
2
8
34
5
/
" (87.2cm)
6
16
9
34
1
/
" (87.6cm)
2
For additional height add shims under levelers.
2. Move dishwasher to front of installation area.
3. Loosen the front and rear leveling legs by turning
counterclockwise. Refer to chart for number of turns. See
Figure 8. Front levelers should allow
1
/
" below underside of
4
countertop.
3
/
" Socket
16
3
/
" Socket
16
Wrench
Front Leveler
Rear Leveler
Figure 8
4. If levelers have to be removed, make sure floor is free of
obstructions.
5. Place dishwasher inside cabinet area so that it is centered in
opening. Use caution when moving dishwasher to prevent
damage to dishwasher, floor, and cabinets.
6. Check that dishwasher is level from side to side by placing a
level against the top front section of the tub. See Figure 9a.
Figure 9b
Figure 9a
7. Check that dishwasher is level from front to back by placing level
on side of opened door. See Figure 9b.
8. Adjust levelers up or down until dishwasher is level.
1
Installation Tips
Tools and Materials Needed for
Installation
•
Drill, Electric
•
Driver, Socket
3
/
",
1
/
" ,
5
/
"
16
4
16
•
Flaring Tool / Tube Cutter (for copper tubing)
•
Flashlight
•
Level
•
Pipe Joint Compound (for iron pipe plumbing) or
Pipe Thread Tape (for sealing threads)
•
Pliers
•
Safety Glasses
•
Saw, Keyhole or
1
/
", 1
1
/
" to 2" Hole Cutters
2
2
•
Screw Drivers, Slotted and #2 Phillips (magnetic tip
preferred)
•
Tape, Electrical or Duct
•
Tape, Measuring
•
Wire Stripper or Utility Knife
•
Wrench, Hex-end
•
Wrenches, 2 Adjustable (for copper tubing)
or 2 Pipe wrenches (for iron pipe plumbing)
Parts You Will Need*
(Not Included)
• Drain Hose Clamp, 1
1
/
Diameter
"
4
• Elbow, 90° with a
3
/
" National Pipe Thread
8
• Strain Relief Bushing
• Wire Nuts, two (2)
*
If required:
Available at:
• "Y" Branch Tailpiece and
Plumbing Supply Store
Connector Kit (See Step 4)
• Air Gap Kit (See Step 4)
Plumbing Supply Store
• Fasteners for floor
Hardware Store
anchoring (See Step 9)
• Examine dishwasher and locate connections. See Step 4.
• Locate dishwasher where there is easy access to drain, water,
and electrical lines. The best location is on either side of the
kitchen sink for access to existing plumbing and ease in
loading dishes. See Step 4.
• Electrical, water, and drain connections are not the same for
all age, brands, or models of dishwashers. Check the location
and length of home utilities. See Step 4.
• A 15-20 amp, grounded, 120 volt AC only, electrical supply is
required. See Steps 4 and 8.
• If dishwasher drain hose will be connected to a food disposer
for the first time, knock out plug located inside disposer inlet.
See Steps 4 and 6.
• Kinked water or drain hoses can cause problems. See Step 6.
• Dishwashers need to be connected to a hot water supply with
enough water pressure to insure an adequate fill.
See Steps 4 and 7.
• Each home installation differs. You will need additional parts
listed above to complete your installation.
See Steps 4 and 7.
• Flush water line prior to making the final connection to
prevent clogging of dishwasher's filter screen. See Step 7.
• The dishwasher will look, sound, and perform best when
properly leveled. See Step 5. (NOTE: If levelers are removed
during installation, make sure the floor is flat and free of any
obstruction.)
• Anchor the dishwasher to countertop. See Step 9.
6
Finishing the Drain
Connection
Plumbing material and drain hose must not come in contact with
wiring or electrical components.
1. Move unit back in place while routing drain hose through access
hole. Use care to prevent damage to the dishwasher, floor and
cabinets. IMPORTANT: Make sure there are no sharp bends or
kinks that might restrict drain flow.
2. Secure drain hose to sink drain, disposer, or separate trap with a
clamp. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to overtighten clamp or you
may damage end of hose. Do not connect hose to horizontal pipe
between sink drain and disposer.
3. Be sure unit does not rest on drain hose. It should be free of
electrical components and door springs. Do not cut corrugated
drain hose. Pull excess through cabinet and place under sink.
Make sure hose does not come in contact with any sharp edges.
Finishing the Water
7
Connection
Do not solder within 6" of the water inlet valve. Damage to the
plastic parts in the valve may occur.
Use care that no sealer, dirt, or other objects enter the valve.
Damage to the filter screen may occur.
Be sure the dishwasher is placed where the water inlet valve will
be kept from freezing. If the valve freezes, it may rupture and
flooding may occur.
Water Line
1. Flush water line before connecting it to water inlet valve to
prevent early clogging of filter screen. Place a bunched towel
over end of line to prevent splashing. Open valve for a few
seconds and let water drain into a pan. Turn off water supply
at shut-off valve.
Figure 10
Through
Wall
Through
Cabinet
Through
Floor
2. Route water line to water inlet valve as shown in Figure 10.
3. While firmly pulling water supply line into 90° elbow, tightly
connect water supply to water inlet valve. Supply line must be
free of kinks, scales, chips, and lubricants.
4. Turn on water supply and check for leaks.
5. If water inlet valve clogs, make sure water supply is off. Remove
four (4) screws at inlet end of valve and clean filter screen.
2
Installation Preparation
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
1. Remove access panel assembly by opening door all the way and
removing two (2) screws on top of access trim. See Figure 1.
2. Close door. Remove two (2) bottom attach screws in access
panel assembly.
3. The access panel assembly can now be removed by pulling it
forward.
Figure 1
Access Trim Screws
Access Panel
Assembly
Adjustable Toeplate
(not shown)
Bottom Attach Screws
4. Locate water inlet valve behind kickplate on bottom left underside
of unit. The valve has a
3
/
" NPT female fitting.
8
5. Wrap 90° elbow (not included) with pipe thread tape (or apply
joint compound) and thread it into water inlet valve.
6. Tighten elbow with a wrench, leaving elbow pointing toward rear
of unit. To prevent bending of bracket or breaking of valve, avoid
overtightening.
3
Roughing In
Electric Shock Hazard
Enclose dishwasher completely on the top, sides
and rear.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical
shock.
1. Make sure your location has the right drain, water, and electrical
outlets to make the connections. Do not install unit under a
cooktop range. Damage to plastic tub will occur.
90
90
Electrical, drain
and water supply
34
1
/
"
4
line entrances
Min.
must be confined
to shaded areas to
avoid interference
24"
with components.
3" From
back of
Bottom
rear
of
frame
tub
to wall.
to
7"
floor.
Hot
Electrical
Water
Wiring
1
1
/
"
Line
1
1
/
"
2
2
18" Min.
Figure 2
IMPORTANT: For proper operation and appearance of unit,
cabinet opening should have dimensions as shown in Figure 2.
If unit is to be placed in a corner, there must be at least a 2-inch
side clearance to open door.
2. Remove any carpet from area to provide motor clearance. Floor
should be flat and free of any obstruction.
IMPORTANT: Drain, water, and electrical lines should be
roughed-in before going any further.
Electrical, water, and drain lines must be confined to shaded
areas in Figure 2. Electric conductors, water, and drain could be
damaged.
8
Finishing the Electrical
Connection
Make sure electrical power has been disconnected at fuse box
or circuit breaker box.
The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system. The equipment-grounding conductor
must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the
appliance's equipment grounding terminal or lead. It is the
consumer's responsibility to contact a qualified installer to
make sure the electrical installation conforms with the National
Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the power supply until the
appliance is permanently grounded.
All wiring connections must be enclosed in the junction box.
This unit has copper lead wires.
Electrical Supply
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground connector
in terminal box.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
1. Remove junction box cover and pull house wiring into junction
box. See Figures 11 and 12.
2. Use a UL listed strain-relief bushing, not included, at box to
stabilize wiring.
IMPORTANT: Be sure electrical cable is not routed behind
dishwasher's motor.
Through Wall
Through Floor
Through Cabinet
Junction Box
Figure 11
3. Inside junction box, attach ground wire under head of grounding
screw and tighten. See Figure 12.
4. Connect incoming black lead to dishwasher's black lead and
incoming white lead to dishwasher's white lead with wire nuts or
other suitable connectors, not included. Wire nuts should be tight.
5. Replace junction box cover. See Figure 12.
Strain Relief Connector
Green Grounding
Wire and Screw
Junction Box
Black Wire to
Black Wire (Hot)
Relief Bushing
White Wire to White Wire (Neutral)
Junction Box Cover
Figure 12
Connections For Electrical,
4
Water, and Drain
Electric Shock Hazard
Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or
circuit breaker box before beginning installation.
Failure to follow this warning could result in death
or serious injury.
IMPORTANT: Do not cross drain, water, and electrical lines in
front of dishwasher motor or frame.
Locating the Connections
1. Review dimensions in Figure 3 to locate dishwasher's drain,
water, and electrical connections.
2. All connections must be made in shaded area in Figure 2.
Figure 3
Left Side View
Front View
Right Side View
24
1
/
"
3/
17
"
47
7/
"
2
4
8
22
1
/
"
2
Door in
To Tub Flange
Open
Position
34"
to
35"
Max.
Floor
18"
13"
11"
Center Line of
Center of
Center
Water Valve
Water Valve
Line
21"
of Motor
From rear to Electrical
Junction Box.
Electrical
1. The dishwasher operates on a 120 volt, 60 Hz electrical supply.
Provide a separate circuit with a fuse or circuit breaker rated for
at least 15 amps (20 amps if connected with disposer) but not
more than 20 amps. Connect with copper wire only.
2. Note the locations of electrical supply and dishwasher's electrical
junction box on right underside of unit behind access panel
assembly. See Figure 3.
3. Cut access hole in shaded area shown in Figure 2.
4. Pull electrical cable through hole into installation area.
Water
Do not use the furnished drain hose or a rubber garden hose for
the water supply line. Either of these hoses can burst. Flooding
may occur and cause property damage.
1. Determine where you will connect to hot water supply. Review
Figure 3 and note the location of water inlet valve.
2. Be sure water inlet valve is protected from freezing. If valve
freezes and ruptures, flooding may occur.
3. Determine amount of tubing needed to connect hot water supply
to the unit's water inlet valve. Copper tubing must have a
minimum
3
/
" OD. High-pressure and high-temperature rated
8
plastic tubing with a minimum inner diameter of
1
/
" may be
4
used. A shut-off valve installed outside dishwasher cabinet is
best. See Figure 4.
Figure 4
Through
Cabinet
4. Cut water access hole in shaded area in Figure 2.
5. Route water supply line into installation area.
IMPORTANT: Incoming hot water temperature should be 120°F
(49°C). Water pressure should be between 20–120 psi.
9
Securing the Dishwasher
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from tilting when door is
opened. Choose one of the methods described below to secure unit.
Countertop Anchoring
1. Adjust levelers (see Step 5) so mounting brackets touch
underside of countertop. IMPORTANT: Dishwasher must rest
on floor—do not hang from countertop. See Figure 13.
2. Screw mounting brackets firmly to countertop using screws
provided in literature packet.
3. Open and close dishwasher door slowly. If door hits mounting
bracket screw heads, adjust front levelers.
Note: Open and close door to make sure it does not hit
surrounding cabinets or countertop.
Countertop
Anchoring
Mounting
Brackets
Use #8 X
5
/
"
8
Phillips
head screws
(supplied).
Floor
Anchoring
Hex End
with
1
/
"
4
Wrench or
Lag Screws
3
/
" Socket
16
Figure 13
Floor Anchoring
This procedure is difficult and should be used only if countertop
mounting brackets cannot be used.
1. Screw
1
/
" lag screws, not included, through holes provided in
4
frame rail. See Figure 13.
2. Use expansion fasteners if floor is concrete.
10
Installing Wood Panels
To Install a Custom Wood Panels
The dishwasher door and access panel can be customized to match
wood cabinets. This will require a wood panel trim kit.
Kit is available from your dealer or parts supplier—part number
154422801.
Drain
1. Review Figures 5 and 6 to see the different ways to connect
dishwasher to drain system. Choose method that best suits your
need.
Figure 5
Entry Must be
Above Trap
"Y"
Branch
Tailpiece
Sink at Right
Sink at Left
2" Drain Hose Hole
2. If you connect to a sink drain, entry will need to be above trap.
A "Y" branch tailpiece and connector kit, not included, will make
this method easier and includes all needed fittings and
instructions. See Figure 5.
Figure 6
Air Gap
Right Side
Installation
3. If you connect to a sink trap, local codes may require you to
install an air gap kit, not included. The drain hose will be routed
from dishwasher to air gap inlet as shown in Figure 6. An air gap
kit is available from a plumbing supply store.
4. If you connect to a disposer, the large end of drain hose will fit.
Figure 7(a). The knock out plug must be removed from
inside disposer inlet before making the final fit to drain hose.
See Figure 7(b).
Drain
Larger end
Motor
of hose
End
fits disposer
inlet fitting.
Cut for
5
/
" connection.
8
Drain Hose
Figure 7(a)
Cut for 3/4" connection.
Drain Air Gap
Sink at Left
Alternate
Drain
Through
Floor into
Separate
Trap
Remove
Knockout
Sink at Right
Plug in
Disposer
2" Drain Hose Hole
Figure 7(b)
5. Before cutting drain hose access, check both sides of selected
area to avoid interference. Cut a 2" diameter hole in shaded area
shown in Figure 2.
6. If the cabinet wall is wood, sand edges of hole until smooth and
rounded. If cabinet wall is metal, cover all sharp edges with
electrical or duct tape to avoid cutting drain hose.
11
Checking the Installation
Before starting the dishwasher,
check these items:
All packing materials and consumer literature have been
removed from unit.
Dishwasher is level and securely fastened.
Open and close door to make sure it does not hit
surrounding cabinet or countertop.
Water and drain lines have no kinks.
Wiring connections to junction box are tight.
Water supply is turned on.
Joints are free of leaks.
Adjusting Door Spring Tension
1. Adjust door springs to balance weight of door. A correct spring
setting allows door to remain horizontal in opened position, yet
will rise to close with slight lift of finger.
2. If necessary, increase tension by moving springs to a hole toward
rear of unit or decrease by moving them toward front.
See Figure14.
Figure 14
Door
Spring
Front of
Frame Holes
Dishwasher
Move Spring to Rear of Dish-
washer to Increase Tension
3. Turn electrical supply on.
Operate the machine through at
least one fill and pump-out, checking
the following items:
Check water level after dishwasher has filled completely. Water
should fill to the heating element.
Check for satisfactory pump-out. At end of pump-out, a small
amount of water in the bottom of the tub is normal.
Check for leaks.
If operation is satisfactory, replace the access panel assembly.
Replacing Access Panel Assembly
If all connections are correct, there are no leaks, and unit runs
properly, replace the access panel assembly before placing unit
into operation.
1. Hold access panel assembly in place.
2. Open door and replace the two (2) screws on top of access trim.
3. Close door and replace the two (2) bottom screws in access
panel assembly.
