I itChenAid ® HOME APPLIANCES APPAREILSI_LECTROM_:NAGERS www.kitchenaid.com _---------._ Quick Reference Section Introduction \ Page 2 Product dlmenslons 3 Bullt-ln opening dlmenslons Electrical requlremonts Water requlrements Draln requlrements Installation steps Need assistance? 3 4 4 4 5 Back cover The KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Centeris open 24 hoursa day,7 daysa week. Call 1-(800) 422-1230. The call is free withinthe continental UnitedStates.
In_on s_s cont fmm _ s If connecting dishwasher with power check that power supply is dlsconne_ed. supply cord, ElectricalShockHazard PlugIntoa grounded3 prongoutlet. Do not removegroundprong. Do not usean adapter. Do not usean extansloncord. Failureto followthese InstructionscanresultIn death,fire, or electricalshock. • Usepowersupply cord kit (Part No. 4317824) available fromyour dealer or partssupplier.Followinstructionswithkit for installing powersupply cord. If the cord kitis notacailable,a U.L.
® A. electric drill N. level B. Phillips screwdriver C. flat-blade screwdriver O. safety glasses D. 2 adjustable wrenches E. pliers R. Teflon tape S. Drain tube adapter Part No. 9741366 (available from your dealer) if connecting to a 1/2" I.D. drain line. F. measuring tape or ruler G. pipe wrench H. hole cutters (1/2", 3/4", t-ln") 1. tubing cutter J. wire stripper K. utility knife L. 1 1/32" and 1/4" nut driver or hex socket M. 2 twist-on wire connectors P.
/ (6xem) 34"(S6._) Unshaded area must be free ofpipes, wires anddrain hose. Power supply cord or cable shouldnot be kinkedor pinchedbetwom dishwasherandcab'met. Leveling legs and wheels adjust to fit34-inch (86.4cm) to 35-inch (88.9cm) cabinet opening height. Iflevelinglegsand wheels are removed from dishwasher, 33-13/16inches (85.9cm) is the minimum cabinet opening height.Measure thisdistance from the lowestpoint ofthe underside ofthe countertop. Corner locations requirea 2"(5.
• The hot water line to the dishwasher must provide between 20-125 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure. • The hot water heater should be set to deliver 120°F (49°C) minimum water temperature to the dishwasher for best results. • A 3/8" minimum O.D. copper tubing inlet line is recommended. • Dishwasher inlet valve has 3/8" N.P.T. internal pipe threads. • Allsolder connections must be made before water line is connected to dishwasher inlet valve. Do Not solder within 6 inches (15.2cm) of inlet valve. 20-(so.
Direct wire method Localcodes maypermitusingarmored ornon-metallicsheathed, copper wire(A) (withgroundwire) to connectdishwasherto unctionbox. 5. Cut a 3/4"(l.gcm) hole in la_, side or floorof cabinet(B) for directwiring.Rightside is easiestlocation. Wood cabinet: Sandhole untilsmooth. Metal cabinet: Coverhole withgrommet (Part No.302797) availablefrom your dealeror parts supplier. 6. Install a U.L-listed/C_A-certffied strain relinfto the junction box. If using conduit, use a Ui.
chart. Thedishwashershouldbe installedas levelas possible from front to back. levelinglegs (E) the numberof turnslistedin the Adjustthefrout (G). Push drain hose (H) onto drain connector. Usepliers to open Put theand spring-typedrain hose clamp (F)and over theconnector. drain connector clamp slide clamp over drain hose drain Check that drain hose is securely attached to drain connector. Tilt dishwasher backwards on wheels when moving across floor to prevent damage to floor covering.
Altemate Connection Methods NoAir Gap Iflocal codes permit,the dishwasherdrainhose maybe connected direcOy toawaste teeorwaste dispo . Drain hose (A) to waste tee (B) Cut drain end of drain hose as shown(C). Do Notcot fibbed sectionto shortendrainhose (D). Secure drain hose towaste teewith spring- or screw-type clamp (E). If spring-typeclamp does not fit smallersectionof drain hose connector,use a smallerclamp. Smallerdamps are availableat plumbingsupplystores.
• Installa U.L-listed/t_-certiliedstrainrelief(F) to the terminal box. Runpowersupplywire throughstrainrelief,ff usingconduit, use a U.L.-listed/CA_-cer tiffedconduit connncmr.Runconduit through connector. • Connectthe whitewire (G) from the power supplywire to the whitewire in the terminalboxwith twist-onwire connector. • Connectthe blackwire (H) fi'omthe power supplywire to the black wire in the terminalbox withtwist-onwire connector.
• Connectthe white wire (Q) fromthe powersupplycordto the whitewirein the terminalbox with twist-onwireconnector. • Connectthe black_ (R) fromthe power supplycordto the blackwirein the terminalbox with twist-onwire connector. If the ground connector (S) looks like this: • Loosenfrontnut (T) on ground connector locatedon the backof terminalbox. Do Notloosen the rearnut(U) on theground connector. i • Formthe baregroundwire (V) into a U-shapedhook.
Opendoor about 3 inches (7.6cm) and check for equalspacing (C) between inner door and tub sides. If spacingis notequal, loosen bracket screwsand shifttub. Tightenbracket screws. Remove newstraperor towelfrom dishwasher. O easily.Ifdoor doses too quicklyor fallsopen, adjust door Openand door severaltimes.Thedoor should close springs (D)close bymovingspringends to different holes open (£) inand base.
access andlower panelto dishw_her so thatthe bottomedge of the lower panelcontactsthe floor. Your installation is now complete. Keep Installation Instructions and Use and Care Guide close to dishwasher for easy reference.
Your safety and the safety of others is very Important. n 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These words mean: You will be killed or seriously Injured if you don't follow instructions.
Introduction cont.from page2 A* 91- 24"(61cm)* -- 35-7.'8" (_) MODELS MODI_LIES a_. A KUDC Series Stifle KUDC 10UDI25 Series Sl_de KIJDI25 24-1/4" (61.6 ore) 61,6 cta (24-1/4 po) All Others TOllS lea anwes 25-1/4" (64.1 an) 64,1 can (25-1/4 po) * does not include insulation bhmket * ne comprend pas l'isolant 19-3/4" (50.2{_)* Opening for electrical, drain and water supply lines: • Mustbeinstalledwithinthe shaded area as specified. • Should be located as close to the rear wallas possible.
O} It is the customer's responsibility:. To contact a qualified electrician. To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with all national and local codes and ordinances. Ill Dishwashermust be connectedto theproperelectricalvoltageand flequencyas specifiedon themodel/serialratingplate.Themodel/serial ratingplateis locatedbehindthe door on the frontframe of the dishwasheropening. • CONNECTWITHCOPPERWIREONLY.
/ 24,,'''_ (61_m) ElectricalShock Hazard Disconnectelectrical power at the fuse box or circuit breakerbox before installing dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 1. Disconnectthe power supply. 2. Putonglovesandsafetyglasses. Electrical 3. Pick one method to follow("Directwire" or "Power supplycord"), dependinguponyour dishwasherand local codes. 4. Completewiringto cabinet openingaccording towiring_nethodyou need. Followalllocal codes and ordinances.
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. Failureto do so can result in back or other injury. Keep cardboard shipping base or hardboard under dishwasher until it is installed. The shipping base or hardboard will help to protect floor covering during installation.
(I r ! I'1 Connectdrainhose to an air gap orwastetee using one of the recommendedor alternate methods. Recommended Connection Methods Install Air Gap Kit (Part No. 300096) (A) according to kit instructions. If a different air gap is used, it should be checked to make sure it allows for the same air flow. Drain hose (B) to air gap (A) to waste tee (C) Cutdrain cod of drain hose as shown (D). Do Notcut ribbed sectionto shortendrainhose (E). ,t, Securedrainhose toair gapwithspring-typeclamp(F).
to waterinletvalve(B). Attachwatersupplyline (C) to fitting. Do Not allow the water pipe or tubingand to contact the motor or Apply Teflontapeto 90° elbowfitting(A) connectfitting directly dishwasher legs (D). Turnon watersupplyand check forleaks. o Check electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. See Page 4. If connecting dishwasher using direct wire method, check that power supply is disconnected.
Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasheruntil completely installed. Do not push down on open door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts. bottomrzck Placenewspaper (A) or toweloverbottom of Opendishwasherdoor and removeall shippingmaterials. Remove dishwasherto prevent screwsfrom fallinginto pump area when securingdishwasherto countertop. ThedishwasherMUSTbe secured to countertoporfloorto keep it fromtippingwhen door is opened. Countertop attachment: Secure dishwasherto counter_p with two, No.
Checkthatall parts havebeen installed (except access and lower panels) and no steps wereskipped. _ Checkthatyou have all the tools youused. Readthe Useand Care Guidethat came with yourdishwasher. ,,Reconnec, t, power supplyto dishwasher.Setthe dishwasherto runthe 'Normal' cycle.Start dishwasherand allow it to run for 2 minutes. Opendishwasherdoor. Thewater levelshouldbe deep enoughto causedieflent(A)mfloat onthewater, ffthewaterleveliscorrect, close the door andallowthe dishwasherto completethe cycle.
The KltchenAidConsumer Assistance Centeris open 24 hoursa day,7 daysa week.Call1o(800) 422-1230. Thecallis freewithinthe continental UnitedSta_. InCanada,call 1-(800) 461-5681 for Englishand 1-(800) 461-5703 for French. Call the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center when you: • Havequestionsabout dishwasherinstallationor operation. 1_ Need to obtain thename and number of a KitebenAidauthorizedservicecompany.
