INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER STAINLESS STEEL TUB MODELS INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION LAVE-VAISSELLE SOUS PLAN DE TRAVAIL MODÈLES DE CUVE D’ACIER INOXYDABLE Table of Contents .............................................................. 2 Table des matières ..........................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY............................................................................... 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................. 3 Tools and Parts......................................................................................... 3 Drain Requirements .................................................................................. 6 Water Supply Requirements.....................................................................
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Parts needed: Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. All Installations Tools needed: Other parts you may also need: NOTE: Parts available for purchase in plumbing supply stores. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See “Electrical Requirements” section. It is recommended that electrical connections be made by a licensed electrical installer.
Location Requirements Grounded electrical supply required. Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with or contact dishwasher motor or legs. The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between motor and flooring. Motor should not touch the floor. Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to dishwasher against freezing. Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty.
Drain Requirements ■ A new drain hose is supplied with your dishwasher. If drain hose is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) 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 waste tee or disposer inlet above drain trap in house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum above the floor.
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. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the “Install Drain Hose” section. If they do not reach far enough, follow the instructions in the “Prepare Cabinet Opening— New Utilities” section.
Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet included with power supply cord kit. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into the cabinet opening from the right-hand side. Route cable from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the right front side of cabinet opening). Tape cable to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.
Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the hot water line using a connection configuration that is in compliance with local codes and ordinances. The water supply to the dishwasher should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink. Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet. (If you are using copper tubing, it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.
1. Fit rubber end of drain hose to waste tee and cut if needed. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. IMPORTANT: The drain hose connection 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. Helpful Tip: To reduce vibration of the hose, keep the hose away from the floor. 2. Attach rubber end of drain hose to waste tee with a large drain hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position.
Option D, No waste disposer – with air gap Prepare Dishwasher WARNING 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. 1. Connect rubber end of drain hose to air gap and cut if needed. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. 2. Attach drain hose to air gap with large drain hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position. If the drain hose was cut, use a 1¹⁄₂" to 2" (3.
Remove and discard the plastic rail cover on each side of the dishwasher frame. To remove the plastic rail cover, push upward and back to unsnap it from the dishwasher frame. Option A, Remove Access Panel - Plastic Panel Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners ¼ turn counterclockwise to unlock them. Remove panel. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Using a ¹⁄₄" hex head socket, nut driver or Torx® T20® screwdriver, remove terminal box cover. Retain for later use.
Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box.
Connect wires black to black and white to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors. Determine Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.maytag.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and the highest point on the floor).
Choose Attachment Option WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Put wheels in the required position determined from “Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart.” Using 2 or more people, stand the dishwasher up. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be secured to the cabinet. There are two brackets found in the parts bag.
Option B, Side Attachment Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening For marble, granite, or other hard surface countertops NOTE: Remove the brackets from the parts package. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. NOTE: Do not install kick plate until instructed to do so. Break off the end of the bracket along the scored line.
With another person holding the dishwasher to keep it from tipping, open and close the door a few times. If the door closes or falls open under its own weight, the door tension will need to be adjusted. To adjust the door spring tension, unhook the spring from the rear leg of dishwasher. Using a ⁵⁄₁₆" nut driver or hex socket, remove the screw from the tensioner. The screw can be put into one of three holes (1, 2, 3) in the front leg of dishwasher.
Connect to Water Supply Check that leveling legs are firmly against the floor. Close and latch the door, and place level against the front panel. Check that dishwasher is centered from front to back in the opening. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is plumb. Repeat for other side of dishwasher. Helpful Tip: Push up on front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs.
Connect to Drain Be sure rubber washer is properly seated in fitting. Slide the ³⁄₄" fitting up to the valve and hand tighten to avoid cross-threading. Hand tighten until the coupling is tight. Using pliers, check the tightness of the coupling. An additional ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ turn may be required to seal the rubber gasket. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. Place paper towel under 90° elbow fitting. Turn on water supply and check for leaks. If leak occurs, repeat previous step.
Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to “Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening” section. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub.
Connect wires black to black and white to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (not included). Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.maytag.com/electrical under FAQ tab. Check that dishwasher is still level front-to-back and side-to-side in cabinet opening. Tighten strain relief screws to secure cable.
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 shifting when door is opened. Side mount dishwasher to cabinet NOTE: If side mounting dishwasher to cabinet, you must drill pilot holes in cabinet to avoid splitting the wood. Locate brackets on side of dishwasher and secure dishwasher to cabinet with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws (included).
Complete Installation Option A, Install Access Panel - Plastic Panel Option B, Install Access Panel - Metal Panel Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Check that grounding clip is attached to the lower panel. Position the lower panel behind the access panel. On some models there is insulation on the access panel that must fall behind the insulation on the lower panel. Check that the lower edge of the access panel touches the floor. Adjust if necessary.
Reconnect Power Check Operation Tighten access panel screws. WARNING ■ Read the Dishwasher User Instructions that came with your dishwasher. ■ Check that all parts have been installed and no steps were skipped. Check that you have all tools used. ■ Start dishwasher and allow it to complete the shortest wash cycle. After the first 2 minutes, unlatch door, wait 5 seconds, then open door. Check that there is water in the bottom of the dishwasher tub. Check that dishwasher is working properly.
