Specifications

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Custom Panel Installation
Some models of this dishwasher are designed for
use with a 3/4-in. custom front panel. For easier
installation, the custom panel and custom handle
should be attached before installing the dishwasher.
Use the template from Pub. No. 31-30244 supplied
with the dishwasher to locate mounting screws and
spacers on the custom panel.
Note: A custom handle must be installed on the
custom panel. Install the custom handle 4
1
/
2
inches
max. from the top of the panel.
Parts Included:
(2) Brackets
(4) 1/2-in. Phillips fl at-head screws
(2) Spacer pads
(2) Metal spacers
(2) 1-in. Phillips fl at-head screws
(2) 3/4-in. Phillips round-head screws
1. Custom Panel Size Requirements
Height - Panel height should be 26
25
/
32
inches (68
cm). The top of the custom panel must be fl ush
with the top of the door. The 1/2-inch minimum gap
between the top of the door and the bottom of the
countertop must be maintained.
Width - The panel width must be 17
1
/
2
inches (44.4
cm). If the panel width is less than 17
1
/
2
inches, it will
not cover the dishwasher frame.
Note: To ensure optimum door balance
performance, the custom panel must not weigh
more than 8 lbs.
2. Draw Centerline
Place the custom panel on a fl at surface with the
appearance side down.
Locate the vertical center of the panel at the top. Use
a carpenter's square to draw a centerline from top to
bottom.
3. Align Template to Panel
Trim the template on the dotted line along all sides.
Place the template on the panel aligned with the top
edge and the centerline. Use tape to hold in place.
IMPORTANT: If the template is not aligned with the
top edge of the panel, the 1/2 inch minimum gap will
not be maintained. This 1/2 inch minimum gap must
be maintained to prevent condensation and damage
to the control panel from screw heads.
Use an awl to mark the screw hole locations
indicated on the template. Remove the template.
4. Install Mounting Screws and Spacers
Note: The custom panel is secured to the dishwasher
door with the metal spacers, screws and brackets
provided. The metal spacers and brackets will slip
into the slots on the dishwasher door and control
panel.
Align the metal spacers over the top pilot holes.
Ensure the thick, recessed side is facing up. Drive the
supplied 1-in. Phillips fl at-head screws through the
metal spacers and into the panel. Align the brackets
over the bottom pilot holes. Ensure the curved lip is
Countertop
Minimum 1/2" gap
for clearance
1/2" minimum
Countertop
1/2 in. minimum
Minimum 1/2 in. gap
for clearance
Mark center
screw holes