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Installation Built-In
Dishwasher
Instructions
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IMPORTANT – The dishwasher
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
MUST be installed to allow for future removal from the
Read these instructions completely and
enclosure if service is required.
carefully.
If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.
IMPORTANT – Observe all
governing codes and ordinances.
Optional Accessories – See the Own
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Installation Preparation PARTS SUPPLIED: Two #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8" long to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or sides of cabinetry. (Taped to top or side of dishwasher.) 2 Wood Screws Side and top trim pieces Trim Pieces Trim Panel Accessory Kit (not shown). (some models) Model PDW9700 only Hose Clamp Drain Hose and Hose Clamp Drain Hose MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED : Ferrule, compression nut and 90° Elbow (3/8"NPT external thread on one end, opposite end sized
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Installation Preparation PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE • The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 10 feet in length for proper drainage. This Wall Area must be Free of WARNING Pipes or wires To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to 34-1/2"±1/4" 24" Underside of 5" 5" Min. persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher 4" 4" Countertop is completely enclosed at the time of installation. to Floor Cabinets Countertop CLEARANCES: When Square insta
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Installation Preparation PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING Alternate WARNING Receptacle Location FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker 18" 1-1/2" Dia. before beginning installation. Do not Hole (Max.) use an extension cord or adapter plug 18" with this appliance. 3" 6" 6" Electrical Requirements from Cabinet • This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz., and connected to an individual properly grounded branch 24" from Wall circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit br
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Installation Instructions PREPARE HOT WATER LINE STEP 1 CHECK DOOR BALANCE • The line may enter from either side, rear or floor • With dishwasher on the wood skid, check the door within the shaded area shown in Figure F. balance by opening and closing the door. • The line may pass through the same hole as the • If the door drops when released, increase the spring electrical cable and drain hose. Or, cut an additional tension. If the door rises when released, decrease the 1-1/2" dia. hole to acc
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Installation Instructions STEP 2 REMOVE WOOD BASE, STEP 4 INSTALL POWER CORD INSTALL LEVELING LEGS Skip this step if dishwasher will be direct wired or has a factory installed power cord. The power cord and connections must comply with IMPORTANT – Do not kick off the National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/or local wood base! Damage will occur. codes and ordinances. • Move the dishwasher close to the installation • Maximum power cord length is 6 feet. location and lay it on its back. • Rem
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Installation Instructions STEP 6 POSITION WATER LINE STEP 8 SLIDE DISHWASHER AND HOUSE WIRING PARTIALLY INTO CABINET • Position water supply line and house wiring on the DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES. floor of the opening to avoid interference with base DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. of dishwasher and components under dishwasher. • Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time. 4" 5" 5" 4" 6" House Water Wiring Line Figure N Do Not Push Against Front Door Panel With Knee. Damage
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Installation Instructions STEP 10 POSITION DISHWASHER UNDER COUNTERTOP Reposition Dishwasher • Push the dishwasher into the cabinet. by Grasping Both • Push at the sides with your hands. Do not use your Sides With Hands knee against the door since door damage will occur. • Check that the tub insulation blanket does not get “bunched-up” or interfere with the springs as you slide it into the cabinet. • Center the dishwasher in the opening. • Check that the edges of the dishwasher door are behind
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Installation Instructions • Level the dishwasher STEP 11 LEVEL DISHWASHER Access Hole by adjusting the four leveling legs IMPORTANT – Dishwasher must individually. be level for proper dish rack operation and wash • If adjustment to the performance. right rear leveling leg • Place level on is required, gain Turn Legs door and rack access by loosening to Adjust track inside the junction box bracket tub as shown to screw (through the check that the access hole) and Figure Y Check dishwasher is r
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Installation Instructions Compression Nut STEP 13 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY Ferrule Connect water supply line to 90° elbow. • Slide compression nut, then ferrule over end of water line. Hot Water • Insert water line into 90° elbow. Supply Line 90° Elbow • Slide ferrule against elbow and secure with compres- sion nut. IMPORTANT – Check to be sure that door spring does not rub or contact the fill hose or Figure CC water supply line. Test by opening and closing the door. Re-route the lines if a rubbin
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Installation Instructions STEP 15 CONNECT POWER STEP 16 PRE-TEST CHECK LIST Review this list after installing your dishwasher to SUPPLY avoid charges for a service call that is not covered Skip this step if equipped with power cord. by your warranty. Go to step 16. Verify that power is turned off at the source. Check to be sure power is OFF. • Remove junction box cover “A”. Open door and remove all foam and paper • Secure house wiring to the back of the junction box packaging. with a stra
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Toekick Installation Instructions STEP 17 DISHWASHER WET TEST STEP 18 REPLACE TOEKICK Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into • Place toekick against the legs of the dishwasher. outlet, if equipped). Start the unit to check for leaks. PDW8100-PDW8800 Series: – Latch door – Push RINSE ONLY pad – Push START/RESET pad PDW9200-PDW9800 Series: – Push RINSE ONLY pad – Push START/RESET pad – Close door Push “Rinse Only” button. Push start/reset pad once. Attachment Screws Check to be
