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Dishwasher
Installation
Instructions
Printed in U.S.A.
154671001
02/08
INSTALLER: Leave Installation Instructionswith
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.
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.
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious
injury.
Cut Hazard
To prevent serious injury from sharp edges, wear work
gloves when handling, unpacking or disassembling
unit.
Tools and Materials Needed for
Installation (Not I ncluded)
Drill, Electric
Driver, Socket 5/s2", 1 /4",5/16"
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 V2", 11/2"to 2" Hole Cutters
•
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)
or2 Pipe wrenches
(foriron pipe plumbing)
Parts You Will Need*
(Not Included)
• Drain Hose Clamp, 1'h" Diameter
• Brass Elbow, 90 ° with a s/s"National Pipe Thread
• Conduit Connector (UL Listed)
• Wire Nuts, three (3) for 12-14 gauge wire (UL Listed)
If required:
• "Y" Branch Tailpieceand
Connector Kit (See Step 4)
• Air Gap Kit (See Step 4)
All the parts can be found at local hardware, electrical and
plumbing supply stores.
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.
NOTE: Put unit on its back being careful not to pinch the Water
Drain Hose.
1.
Remove two (2) screws at front of the kickplate assembly using a
#2 Phillips screw driver.
2.
Tilt and pull forward to remove see figure 1.
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the outer door for installation.
lilckplate Assembly
Outer
Door
Top Screws
Kickl:
Toeplate
Figure
!
.
.
Locate water inlet valve behind kickplate on bottom left underside
of unit.See Figure 4. The valve has a 3/8"NPT female fitting.
Remove Plug
Wrap 90 ° elbow (not included) with pipe thread tape (or apply
joint compound) and thread it into water inlet valve. When
tightened, elbow should point toward the left. To prevent bending
of bracket or breaking of valve, avoid overtightening.
See Figure 4.
Cabinet Preparation:
As a precaution, it is recommended,
but not required that the
cabinets enclosing all sides of the dishwasher (including the
underside of the countertop) be sealed with an oil based paint
or moisture-proof polyurethane to prevent possible steam/
moisture damage.
Electric Shock Hazard
Observe all local codes and ordinances for
electrical and plumbing connections. All electrical
and plumbing work should be performed by
qualified persons. Failure to follow this warning
could result in death or serious injury.
1.
Make sure your location has the correct drain, water, and
electrical outlets to make the connections. Do not install unit
under a cooktop range. Damage to tub or other components will
occur.
34"
rain.
to
35"
maxf*
13/4"
3 I/2"min.to
41/2" m ax.
- 1a/4"
Front
Electrical, water,
and drain lines
must be confined
to shaded area.
Preferred
Drain Areas
**NOTE:
35" max. height for
standard cabinetry cutout.
(s/,_, m in. clearance
required from unit to
underside of countertop.)
Left
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Doorin900
open position
Right
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Power supply/water
inletlocation
*DIMENSIONS
DO NOT
IN CLUED E INSULATION
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.
Floor should be flat and free of any obstruction.
IMPORTANT:
Drain, water, and electrical
lines should be
roughed-in before going any further.
Electric Shock Hazard
Electrical, water, and drain lines must be confined
to shaded areas in Figure 2.
Electric conductors, water, and drain could be
damaged.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in
fire or electric shock.
NOTE: If dishwasher
is installed at end of a cabinet, sides and
back must be fully enclosed.
NOTE: Cabinet Seal Kit (Kit # 154662101).
This kit provides a
seal between the unit and cabinets once installation is
complete. (The Installation
Instructions are located in the Kit)
Locating the Connections
1.
Review dimensions in Figure 2 to locate dishwasher's drain,
water, and electrical connections.
2.
All utilities must be routed in shaded area in the Figure 2.
IMPORTANT:
Disconnect power before starting installation.
Note: Locate the electrical supply and dishwasher's electrical
junction box on right underside of unit behind kickplate
assembly.
See Figure 4. Determine where you will connect
to hot water supply.
Review Figure 4 and note the location of
water inlet valve. Determine where you will connect the drain
hose.
3.
Cut access holes for the Electrical, Water and Drain hoses in the
shaded areas as shown in Figure 2.
4.
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.
5.
Pull electrical cable through hole into installation area.
6.
Be sure water inlet valve is protected from freezing. If valve
freezes and ruptures, flooding may occur.
7.
Determine amount of tubing needed to connect hot water supply
to the unit's water inlet valve. Extra hose length is necessary.
High-pressure and high-temperature
Stainless Flexible hosewith
a minimum inner diameter of V4"may be used. A shut-off valve
installed outside dishwasher cabinet is best.
8.
Route water supply line into installation area.
9. Stand dishwasher back upright for further installation.
IMPORTANT:
Incoming hot water temperature
should be at
least 120°F (49°C). Water pressure should be between
20-90 psi.
Water Line
Brass Elbow
LElectrical
Line
(Not Included)
(Not Included)
Figure
Property Damage
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.
EndStorage Location
NOTE: Pull the hose from "End Storage Location" side.
See images below to connect the Drain Hose.
L
Take drain Hose out of dishwasher and find the end that
doesn't have the black rubber material.
2.
Use only the spring clamp that is provided in the accessory
kit, place spring clamp over one of the hoses. See Image
Below.
3.
Take the plastic side of the drain hose and insert it into the
hose that is already attached to the dishwasher make sure
hose ends are flush against each other. See image below.
4,
Secure the spring clamp 1/8" from large end of black hose to
the plastic side that was inserted for best sealing results.
See Image Below.
Plastic
Ends
of Hoses
Flush
Hose
Attached
to Dishwasher
Tighten Spring Clamp
.
Measure height of cabinet opening from underside ofcountertop
to floor. Check chart for height opening and suggested
adjustment.
Leg Leveler Adjustment
Chart
Heightof
NumberofTurns
to
Cabinet Opening
Adjust Levelers
34" (86.4cm)
0
34W' (86.7cm)
2
345he '' (87.2cm)
6
34_/2 '' (87.6cm)
9
2.
Move dishwasher to front of installation area.
3.
Loosen the rear leveling legs by turning counterclockwise.
Refer
to chart for number of turns.
Dishwasher Anchoring
4.
Install the Cabinet Seal Kit (Instructions included in Kit)
5.
Choose one of the methods of attachment below to secure unit,
holes need to be pre-drilled using a #5 drill bit regardless of
the option chosen:
a. Side Mount Cabinet Clips (Preferred Method of attachment)
b. Top Mount Cabinet Clips (to be used when Side Mount
is not an available option)
CAUTION:
Use extreme care in mounting the dishwasher as to not
scratch, bump or otherwise damage the console or tub.
To install the Side Mounting Clips.
Depending on space allowed in cabinet the Side Mounting
Clips can be installed with the holes for the screw up (preferred
method) or down as shown in the illustrations below. (Use extreme
caution when the clips are in the down position while installing
the dishwasher).
NOTE: Install Side Mount Brackets before unit is installed into
the cabinet. Insert screws into the front holes of the
mounting clips only. (See image below)
Use if measures
34V8" to 35"
Use if measures
34" to 34V_"
screw
To install using Top Mount Cabinet Clips:
Depending on the depth of cabinet, the Top Mount
Clip have a break off point that can be removed if
necessary.
NOTE: Install Top Mount Clips before unit is installed
into the
cabinet.
Screw clips firmly to top brace using screws
provided
in the literature
pack. (See image below)
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- Page 1 Dishwasher 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 Property Damage side clearance to open door. NOTE: Put unit on its back being careful not to pinch the Water Installation Do not use the furnished...
- Page 2 6. If levelers need toberemoved, makesurethatthefloorisfreeofall If you connect to a sink trap, local codes may require you to obstructions. install an air gap kit, (not included). The drain hose will be routed from dishwasher to air gap inlet as shown in Figure 8. An air 7.