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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER
PLASTIC GIANT TUB MODELS
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION
LAVE-VAISSELLE ENCASTRÉ
MODÈLES À TRÈS GRANDE CUVE EN PLASTIQUE
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Table of Contents Dishwasher Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Installation Instructions (cont.) Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Determine Cabinet Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Tools and Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Install The Door Handle . . . .
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS In addition, for first-time installations Tools needed: Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools Cordless drill listed here. with ¹⁄₂", ³⁄₄" and 1¹⁄₂" hole Small All Installations saw bits Wire stripper tubing cutter Tools needed: Flat-blade Parts needed: Pliers screwdriver Copper tubing (³⁄₈" See “Electrical Requirements” section O.D. suggested) or Phillips For Direc
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(60.6 cm) 24" (61 cm)** (86 cm) min . with wheels removed (17.2 cm) (26.7 cm) Clear (4.4 cm) Area (15.9 cm) (6.4 cm) Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions *Insulation may be compressed. (not used on all models) Check that all surfaces have no protrusions that would prohibit dishwasher installation. NOTE: Shaded area of cabinet walls show where utility connections may be installed. *Measured from the lowest point on the underside of countertop. May be reduced to 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) by removing wh
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Drain Requirements Electrical Requirements • A new drain hose is supplied with your dishwasher. Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate If the drain hose is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA maximum length of 12’ (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that 70 - latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to A copy of the above code standards
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6“ (15.2 cm) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Prepare Cabinet Opening—Existing Utilities Check water and electrical 1 placement Water line 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. Cable Disconnect power 1 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 Disconnect electrical power at
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6” (15.2 cm) Power Supply Cord–Prepare hole Direct Wire–Route cable 2 3 Metal Wood cabinet cabinet Route cable from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. extend to the right front side of cabinet opening). Tape cable to the floor in area shown. This will keep cable from Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet (Part Number 302797) moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening. included with power supply cord kit. Option B, Direct Wire: Pr
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Route water supply line Add 90° elbow fitting to the 3 6 water supply line Connect the ³⁄₈" compression fitting to the water supply line prior to installing the unit into the cabinet opening. Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet. (If using Attach such that the ³⁄₄" connection is facing upward. copper tubing, it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow should be far enough into the cabinet opening to connect it to fittin
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Option C, Waste disposer – with air gap Connect drain hose 3 Waste disposer – with air gap Connect drain hose to waste tee or waste disposer using one of the following options: Air gap Air gap Option A, Waste disposer - no air gap S S Sc c cr r re e ew-t w w-t -ty ype clamps ype clamps pe clamps Lar Large silv ge silver drain er drain Option B, No W aste disposer - no air gap h hose clamp ose clamp D Disposer inlet isposer inlet Option C, Waste disposer - with air gap (provided)
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Remove panels Prepare Dishwasher 3 Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open door. Using a ¹⁄₄" hex head socket, nut driver or Phillips screwdriver, Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts. remove the 2 screws attaching access panel and lower panel to dishwasher. NOTE: Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. Remove terminal box cover 4 Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Failure to do so can r
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What type of electrical connection will you use? Power Supply Cord: Follow Option A instructions Direct Wire: Follow Option B instructions Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. If using Option B, proceed to “Determine Cabinet Opening,” to Connect ground wire to green ground connector continue with the installation of your dishwasher. in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in Make Power Supply Cord Connection death, fire, o
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Wiring configuration Determine Cabinet Opening Power supply wire: Terminal box wire: Measure cabinet opening white white 1 black black ground wire ground connector If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com under FAQ tab. Power Cord—Secure cord 4 on conduit connector 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 counterto
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2" (5 cm) Option 1, Countertop attachment Built-up Floors — Add 1. Remove the brackets from the package and place in 3 the open slots on the left and right-hand top of the shims as needed dishwasher collar as shown. Install mounting bracket Tabs must point to the right 2. Insert the bracket into the slot on the collar. Using a pair of pliers, bend the tab down to secure the bracket in place. Repeat this step for the other side. Built-up floors (Kitchen floor height is higher than cabinet opening
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Option 3, Dishwasher with Plastic Tub Side Attachment (for marble, granite or other hard surface countertops) Open and close door 4 Order Mounting Bracket Kit Part Number 8212560. Move Dishwasher into Cabinet Opening Stand dishwasher upright 1 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. Closes too quickly— 5 Decrease spring tension Using
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If the door falls open, increase the spring tension by moving the Check that leveling legs are firmly against the floor. spring end toward the back of the dishwasher. Close and latch the door, and place level against the front panel. Check that dishwasher is centered from front to back NOTE: Springs should be in the same notches on left and right in the opening. If needed, adjust leveling leg until dishwasher is sides. plumb. Repeat for other side of dishwasher. Move dishwasher into Helpful Ti
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Be sure rubber washer is properly seated in fitting. Slide the ³⁄₄" fitting up to the valve and hand tighten to avoid unintentional Hose clamp final position 3 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. Drain hose Check for leaks Green clamp 2 Black drain hose connector Drain hose stop Stop Stop O
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Wiring configuration Power supply wire: Terminal box wire: white white black black ground wire ground connector Electrical Shock Hazard If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ Electrically ground dishwasher. tab. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Direct Wire—Secure cable Do not use an extension cord. 4 in conduit connector Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or elec
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Secure dishwasher 3 Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening Double check dishwasher 1 alignment in cabinet opening NOTE: Do not drop screws into bottom of dishwasher. 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. Check door clearance 4 Check that dishwasher is still level front to back and side to side in cabinet opening. † IMPORTANT: If you
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Reinstall access panels Remove towel and replace 2 6 lower dishwasher rack Hold the two panels together and place them against dishwasher leg. Using a Phillips or ¹⁄₄" screwdriver, reinstall the screws through the holes in the access panel and the Remove towel from dishwasher. Reinstall the lower dish rack. slots in the lower panel. If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/anchoring under FAQ Check lower panel edge 3 tab. Complete Installation Rei
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Check Operation 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. Electrical Shock Hazard Start dishwasher and allow it to complete the shortest wash ❏ cycle. After the first 2 minutes unlatch door, wait 5 seconds, Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. then open door. Check to see that there is water in the Do not remove ground prong. bottom of the dishwasher tub. Check
