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Installation
Instructions
Built-In
Dishwasher
If you have questions,
call 800-944-9400(US),
800-245-8352
(Canada) or visit our website
at:
www.Frigidaire.com
carefully.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions
completely
and
IMPORTANT
--Observe
all
governing
codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer
- Be sure to leave these
instructions
for the consumer's
and local
inspector's
use.
• Note
to Consumer
- Keep these instructions
with your Owner's
Manual for future reference.
• Skill
Level
- Installation
of this dishwasher
requires
basic mechanical
and electrical
skills.
Proper
installation
is the responsibility
of the
installer.
Product
failure
due to improper
installation
is not covered
under the
ELECTROLUX
Appliance
Warranty.
• Completion
Time - 1 to 3 Hours.
New
installations
require
more time than replacement
installations.
IMPORTANT
- The dishwasher
MUST
be installed
to allow for future
removal
from
the enclosure
if service
is required.
If you received
a damaged
dishwasher,
you
should
immediately
contact
your dealer
or builder.
Optional
Accessories
- See the Owner's
Manual
for available
custom
panel kits.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe
all CAUTIONS
and WARNINGS
shown
throughout
these
instructions.
While
performing
installations
described
in this booklet,
gloves,
safety
glasses
or goggles
should
be
worn.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire,
or injury to persons, the installer must
ensure that the dishwasher is completely
enclosed at the time of installation.
READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
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- Page 1 Installation Built-In Dishwasher Instructions If you have questions, call 800-944-9400(US), 800-245-8352 (Canada) or visit our website www.Frigidaire.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN IMPORTANT - The dishwasher Read these instructions completely MUST be installed to allow for future removal from carefully. the enclosure if service is required.
- Page 2 Installation Preparation PARTS SUPPLIED: Two #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8" long to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop (in literature package). Two Phillips head, color matched toekick screws (in 2 Wood Screws 2 Color Matched Screw Type literature package). Toekick Screws Hose Clamp MATERIALS...
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Page 3: Drain Requirements
Installation Preparation PREPAREDISHWASHERENCLOSURE • The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 10 feet in length for proper drainage. • The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and back, and must not support any part of the enclosure. -
Page 4: Prepare Electrical Wiring
Installation Preparation PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. Do not 1-1/2"Dia. use an extension cord or adapter plug Hole(Max.) with this appliance. Electrical Requirements • This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz., from Cabinet and connected to an individual properly grounded... -
Page 5: Prepare Hot Water Line
Installation Instructions PREPARE HOT WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN • The line may enter from either side, rear or floor Locate and set aside the package containing within the shaded area shown in Figure E 2 Phillips head countertop mounting screws •... -
Page 6: Leveling Legs
Installation Instructions _STEP 2 ADJUST LEVELING LEGS STEP 4 INSTALL 90 ° ELBOW • Move the dishwasher close to the installation location • Wrap 90 ° elbow with thread seal tape. ° Install a 90 ° elbow onto the water valve. and lay it on its back. -
Page 7: Step 6 Insert Drain Hose Through Cabinet
Installation Instructions STEP 7 SLIDE DISHWASHER STEP 5 pOSITION WATER LINE AND HOUSE WIRING PARTIALLY INTO CABINET DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL ° Position water supply line and house wiring on the WITH KNEES. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. floor of the opening to avoid interference with base of dishwasher and components under dishwasher. -
Page 8: Position Dishwasher Under Countertop
UNDER COUNTERTOP STEP 8 POSITION DISHWASHER ° Check to be sure that wires are secure under the dishwasher and not pinched or in contact with door springs or other dishwasher components. TIP: Check tub insulation blanket, if equipped. It should be positioned so it is not bunched up or interfering with door springs. - Page 9 Installation Instructions STEP 10] SECURE DISHWASHER STEP 11 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY TO COUNTERTOP OR CABINET In this step you will need the 2 Phillips special head Connect water supply to 90 ° elbow. screws set aside prior to Step 1. The dishwasher must •...
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Page 10: Drain Line Installation
Installation Instructions [STEP 12]CONNECT DRAIN LINE DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES. • Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using either previously determined method. The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8", 3/4" or 1" diameter connections on the air gap, waste tee or Method 1 - Air gap with waste tee or disposer ____... -
Page 11: Step 14 Pre-Test
Installation Instructions [STEP 13]CONNECT POWER STEP 14 PRE-TEST CHECKLIST SUPPLY Review this list after installing your dishwasher to avoid charges for a service Skip this step if equipped with power cord. call that is not covered by your warranty. Verify that power is turned off at the source. -
Page 12: Step 15] Dishwasher Wet Test
Installation Instructions [STEP 15] DISHWASHER WET TEST STEP 16 REPLACE TOEKICK Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into outlet, if equipped). Turn dial to Normal "Wash" position. Close door. Check to be sure that water enters the dishwasher. If water does not enter the dishwasher, check to be sure that water and power are turned on.