Installation Guide
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SECURE DISHWASHER 
IN CABINET OPENING
Check that dishwasher is still level front to back and side 
to side in the cabinet opening.
Open dishwasher door and place towel over pump assembly 
and spray arm of dishwasher. This will keep screws from 
falling into pump area when you are securing dishwasher 
to countertop or cabinet. 
Open dishwasher door to prepare for securing the dishwasher 
to the countertop or side cabinet.
NOTES:
 ■ The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from shifting 
when the door is opened or closed.
 ■ Do not drop screws into bottom of dishwasher.
 ■ Locate brackets installed in the “Choose Anchor Attachment 
Method” section, either on top or on the sides of the 
dishwasher.
 ■ If countertop anchoring: Secure dishwasher to the 
countertop with two #10 x 
1
/
2
" Phillips-head screws (included).
 ■ If side anchoring: Drill pilot holes in cabinet to avoid 
splitting the wood. Secure dishwasher to cabinet with two 
#10 x
1
/
2
" Phillips-head screws (included). Remove upper 
rack for easier access. See the Use and Care Guide for 
instructions how to remove the upper rack if needed.
45. Double-check dishwasher 
alignment in cabinet opening
46. Secure dishwasher
Screw to side 
cabinet
Place level against top front opening of tub. Check that 
dishwasher is level from side to side. If dishwasher is not 
level, adjust front legs up or down until dishwasher is level.
Level legs
Optional methodPreferred method
44. Check level side to side 
and adjust legs if needed










