INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER STAINLESS STEEL TUB LAVAVAJILLAS EMPOTRADA CON TINA DE ACERO INOXIDABLE INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION LAVE-VAISSELLE ENCASTRÉ AVEC CUVE EN ACIER INOXYDABLE Table of Contents........................................................2 Indice ........................................................................27 Table des matières ....................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................... 3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................... 4 Tools and Parts .........................................................................4 Location Requirements .............................................................6 Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions ..............................7 Drain Requirements ..................................................................
DISHWASHER SAFETY 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. You Need to: Ó Slowly open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of the dishwasher. Remove shipping materials and drain hose. Close dishwasher door until latched. NOTE: Each dishwasher is tested at the factory and may contain some residual water in the tub as a result of the test. Ó Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Other Useful Items You May Need: Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Other Parts Needed (not provided): NN $PNQSFTTJPO Y NN )PTF 'JUUJOH XJUI SVCCFS TFBM BOE ¡ FMCPX SFRVJSFE UP QSPQFSMZ DPOOFDU IPVTFIPME XBUFS MJOF UP UIF EJTIXBTIFS 8IJSMQPPM 1BSU /VNCFS 8 Household Wiring (Metallic) Strain Relief to fit 7/8" (22 mm) hole (required to properly secure household wiring to the dishwasher terminal box) (Whirlpool Part Number 4396672) First-Time Installations Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply.
For Direct Wire For Power Cord LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Dishwasher must be fully enclosed (top, sides, back, and floor) upon installation. A side panel kit is available from your dealer for installing your dishwasher at the end of your cabinetry. An optional moisture barrier accessory is also available for installing underneath a wooden countertop. See the “Tools and Parts” section at the front of the guide for part details and orders. Check location where dishwasher will be installed.
Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions 241/2" (622 mm) B 237/8" (606 mm) 3/4" (19 mm) A C 30" (762 mm) 30" (762 mm) 331/2" (851 mm) min. with wheels removed 33/4" (95 mm) 7/16" 3 7/16 (87 mm - 11 mm) 21" (533 mm) For 4 7/16" (113 mm) toe kick, height of cabinet opening is 341/2" (876 mm). A. Insulation may be compressed (not used on all models). B. For panel-ready models, dishwasher depth is 24" (610 mm), not including the 3/4" (19 mm) custom door panel. C.
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS Ó Ó Ó 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) that meets all current AHAM/ IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and detergent, and fits the 1" (25 mm) drain connector of the dishwasher. See the “Tools and Parts” section at the front of the guide for part details and orders. NOTE: Do not connect multiple drain hoses together.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. WARNING Sand holes smooth Wood cabinet Electrical Shock Hazard Metal cabinet 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. 1. Disconnect power Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. 2.
5. Built-up floors – add shims as needed If installing into a 331/2" (851 mm) opening Cut insulation blanket along perforation for cabinet opening height of 331/2" (851 mm). For other cabinet opening heights, do not cut the insulation blanket.
PREPARE DISHWASHER WARNING REMOVE ACCESS PANEL – For Plastic Access Panels, go to Step 9 – For Metal Access Panels, go to Step 10 9. Plastic panel 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 4 / turn WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners 1/4 turn counterclockwise to unlock them. Remove panel.
11. Measure cabinet opening 12. Adjust wheels and legs Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed. Be sure to measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and the highest point on the floor. Refer to the “Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart” for wheel position and for height of front legs needed for your cabinet opening height.
15. Slide nut and ferrule onto tubing CONNECT FILL HOSE TO FILL VALVE 18. Tighten 90° elbow fitting to valve (copper tubing only) Nut Ferrule Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow fitting as far as it will go. (The copper tubing bends and kinks easily.) Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto the elbow threads. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame, or motor. Go to Step 17. 16.
21. Hose clamp final position 24. Install strain relief Drain hose Drain hose stop Small clamp Rubber drain hose connector Stop Stop NOTE: Route drain hose out the rear of the dishwasher. POWER CORD CONNECTION NOTE: If removing a previous dishwasher with a power cord, you will need to transfer the power cord to the new dishwasher. 22. Remove terminal box Use a 1/4" NN nut driver or 1/4" NN hex head socket wrench to remove the screw that holds the terminal box to the cross brace.
WARNING Wiring configuration Electrical Shock Hazard 28. Power cord – secure cord Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. on strain relief Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 26. Power cord – connect ground wire Ground wire Tighten strain relief screws to secure cord. Ground wire Washer 29.
INSTALL DOOR HANDLE It is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening. Do not remove insulation blanket – the blanket reduces the sound level. (ON SOME MODELS) NOTE: Route water supply, drain hose, and power cord out the rear of the dishwasher. 30. Install door handle Mounting stud Handle 32. Move dishwasher close to cabinet opening Setscrew (in bottom of handle) Water line Hex key Drain hose IMPORTANT: Do not scratch the front panel during this procedure.
35. Move dishwasher all but 6" (152 mm) into cabinet opening Countertop Attachment: 37. Insert bracket 6" (152 mm) Tabs must point to the right. NOTE: Leave unit about 6" (152 mm) out from cabinet in order to install anchor brackets and adjust door tension if needed. 36. Pull slack from utilities NOTE: Pull slack out of utilities at the same time the dishwasher is pushed into the cabinet opening to avoid any kinks.
39. Remove plastic buttons 42. Door spring tension adjustment Spring Plastic rope end Plastic button Tensioner 3 Screw Push the plastic buttons out of the side of the tub. NOTE: Save the buttons to cover the holes after dishwasher is installed. 40. Install bracket 1 2 If door closes too quickly or falls, open and adjust spring tension. To adjust the door spring tension, remove the white plastic rope end attached to the door hinge.
SECURE DISHWASHER IN CABINET OPENING 44. Check for plumb and adjust legs if needed 46. Double-check dishwasher alignment in cabinet opening 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.
48. Check door clearance IMPORTANT: Check that top of door does not contact screws, brackets, or countertop. If it does, adjust leveling legs or use the side attachment option. 49. Check inner spacing DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION 51. Remove terminal box Use a 1/4" NN nut driver or 1/4" NN hex head socket wrench to remove the screw that holds the terminal box to the cross brace. Then, tilt the terminal box, free the tab, and lift the terminal box away from the crossbar. 52.
54. Install strain relief 56. Direct wire – connect remaining wires Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved metallic strain relief. See the “Tools and Parts” section at the front of the guide for part details and orders. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors of the proper size. See the “Tools and Parts” section at the front of the guide for part details. Connect wires, black-to-black and white-to-white, using the twist-on wire connectors. WARNING NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire.
CONNECT WATER LINE TO HOUSE SHUT-OFF VALVE Option A: Waste disposer – no air gap NOTE: If using a flexible braided hose, replace inlet hose after 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hose for future reference. Large drain hose clamp Disposer inlet Drain hose 58. Attach water supply line Drain trap Helpful Tip: Remove disposer knockout plug.
Option B: No waste disposer – no air gap Option C: Waste disposer – with air gap Air gap Screw-type clamps Large drain hose clamp Waste tee Large drain hose clamp Disposer inlet Drain hose Rubber hose connector Drain hose Drain trap Drain trap 1 1. Fit rubber end of drain hose to waste tee and cut if needed. NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section. Helpful Tip: Remove disposer knockout plug. 1 1. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer. 2 2. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug.
Option D: No waste disposer – with air gap COMPLETE INSTALLATION Check that the power supply wire or cord does not touch dishwasher motor or the lower part of the dishwasher tub. Air gap Screw-type clamps Large drain hose clamp Waste tee Rubber hose connector Drain hose Drain trap 1 Rubber end 2 3 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).
INSTALL ACCESS PANEL Metal Panel: – For Plastic: Begin with Step 62 – For Metal: Begin with Step 65 65. Reinstall access panel Plastic Panel: 62. Reinstall access panel and fasteners Insulation (on some models) 1MBDF UIF QBOFM BHBJOTU EJTIXBTIFS MFHT 6TJOH B 1IJMMJQT TDSFXESJWFS PS NN OVU ESJWFS SFJOTUBMM UIF TDSFXT UISPVHI UIF IPMFT JO UIF BDDFTT QBOFM Place the plastic access panel against the dishwasher leg. Make sure insulation does not interfere with the float assembly.
CHECK OPERATION ADDITIONAL TIPS Read the dishwasher User Guide that came with your dishwasher. Ó Check that all parts have been installed and no steps were skipped. Check that you have all tools used. If the dishwasher is not working properly, disconnect power or unplug dishwasher and refer to the “If Dishwasher Does Not Operate” section. Expect longer wash times. Your new dishwasher will average 2-5 hours per load but use nearly 40% less energy than older models.
