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Top Control Dishwasher

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your NS-DWH2BS8 / NS-DWH2SS8 /
NS-DWR2BS8 / NS-DWR2WH8 / NS-DWR2SS8 represents the state of the art in dishwasher design and is designed for 
reliable and trouble-free performance.
This installation guide will show you how to install your new dishwasher.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

IMPORTANT

• Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Note to Installer 

– Be sure to leave these instructions for the consumer’s and local inspector’s use.

Note to Consumer 

– Keep these instructions with your 

User Guide

 for future reference.

Skill Level 

– Installation of this dishwasher requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. 

Proper installation is the 

responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the appliance 
warranty.

Completion Time

 – One to three hours. New installations require more time than replacement installations.

IMPORTANT

• The dishwasher MUST be installed to allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is required.
• If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should immediately call Insignia Customer Service at 1-877-467-4289.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS shown throughout these instructions. While performing installations 
described in this booklet, gloves and safety glasses or goggles should be worn.

Warning

This dishwasher comes with a heating element to heat the water. To avoid the risk of a serious burn, don't touch the 
heating element when the dishwasher is on.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of 
electric shock is present within your refrigerator.

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and 
maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying your 
refrigerator.

WARNING: 

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is 

completely enclosed at the time of installation.

Summary of Contents for KWM2414H

Page 1: ...Before using your new product please read these instructions to prevent any damage Installation Manual DISHWASHER Top Control Dishwasher KWM2414H...

Page 2: ...djust the leveling legs 10 Step 3 Remove the toekick 11 Step 4 Install to power 11 Step 5 Install the 90 water supply elbow 13 Step 6 Install the drain hose 14 Step 7 Inserting the drain hose through...

Page 3: ...to three hours New installations require more time than replacement installations IMPORTANT The dishwasher MUST be installed to allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is required If y...

Page 4: ...ing and other connecting facilities Preparing to install your dishwasher Parts supplied Tools needed Wood screws 4 Hose clamp Top mounting clips 2 Drain hose Phillips screwdriver Adjustable wrench Fla...

Page 5: ...the counter top the counter top must be 25 inches 63 5 cm deep Materials needed kit purchased separately 90 Elbow ferrule and compression nut 3 8 NPT external thread on one end Other end sized to fit...

Page 6: ...g Drain preparation The type of drain installation required depends on the answers to the following questions Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap Will the waste tee or garbage disposal con...

Page 7: ...ance must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current The plug must be plugge...

Page 8: ...6 m max Cabinet preparation and wire routing The wiring may enter the opening from either side the rear or the floor within the shaded area The electrical connection is on the front right of the dish...

Page 9: ...f valve in an accessible location such as under the sink This is optional but strongly recommended and may be required by local codes 3 Install the hot water inlet line using at least 3 8 in O D coppe...

Page 10: ...he dishwasher height 3 Extend the leveling legs out from the dishwasher base 25 in 6 35 mm less than the installation height Caution Opening the door of your dishwasher before it is installed will cau...

Page 11: ...lief from inside the junction box 5 Insert the ends of the power cord s electrical wires into the junction box through the strain relief 6 Connect the incoming white or ribbed wire to the dishwasher s...

Page 12: ...wire nuts to connect incoming ground to green white to white and black to black 5 Replace the junction box cover Make sure that no wires are pinched under the cover Note If you have trouble replacing...

Page 13: ...o not use plumber s putty 2 Install the 90 elbow onto the water valve Do not overtighten the 90 elbow The water valve bracket could bend or the water valve fitting could break 3 Position the end of th...

Page 14: ...ckaging 2 Turn the dishwasher upright 3 Slide a screw type hose clamp onto the right angled end of the drain hose 4 Install the drain hose to the dishwasher drain outlet on the back of the dishwasher...

Page 15: ...op when the dishwasher is a few inches in front of the adjacent cabinetry 3 Make sure that the drain hose is not kinked under the dishwasher and that there is no interference with the water line wirin...

Page 16: ...heck tub insulation blanket if equipped It should be positioned so it is not bunched up or interfering with door springs Check by opening and closing the door Note You will not have access to the back...

Page 17: ...gap between the control panel and the cabinet is less than 0 4 in 10 mm use Method 2 Method 1 1 Insert the long top mounting clips into the slot 2 Bend the brackets to secure them to the dishwasher t...

Page 18: ...aps IMPORTANT Drive the screws straight and flush Protruding screw heads will scratch the side if the dishwasher This method is for attaching the dishwasher to the side of the cabinet and it should be...

Page 19: ...ded end will fit 5 8 3 4 or 1 diameter connections on the air gap waste tee or garbage disposal Note If you have a steel grated line you do not need a ferrule or compression nut IMPORTANT Make sure th...

Page 20: ...ration on page 6 on page 6 if you do not know which method to to use Method 1 Air gap to a waste tee or garbage disposal Method 2 High drain loop to a waste tee or garbage disposal IMPORTANT For prope...

Page 21: ...ishwasher on page 16 Pull the lower rack out about half way Make sure that it does not roll back or forward on the door If the rack moves adjust the leveling legs See Step 10 Level the dishwasher on p...

Page 22: ...When the dishwasher is draining check the drain lines If leaks are found turn power off at the breaker and correct plumbing as necessary 8 Restore the power after corrections are made See Step 12 Con...

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