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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

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Table des matières .......................................................... 50

W10741197A

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Page 1: ...OUNTER 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 25 Table des matières 50 W10741197A ...

Page 2: ...shwasher as specified in these instructions Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician The dishwasher must be installed to meet all electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances Care shall be exercised when the appliance is installed or removed to reduce the likelihood of damage to the power cord WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or injury ...

Page 3: ... Other Parts Needed not provided Optional Accessory Parts Available First time Installations Check local codes Check existing electrical supply See the Electrical Requirements section It is recommended that electrical connections be made by a licensed electrical installer Additional Tools Needed Additional Parts Needed not provided NOTE If using a flexible braided hose replace inlet hose after 5 y...

Page 4: ...hown in the Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions section Do not run drain lines water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with or contact dishwasher motor or legs Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to dishwasher against freezing Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty NOTE If dishwasher will be left unused for a period of time or in a location where it may be ...

Page 5: ...nnections may be installed D Measured from the lowest point on the underside of the countertop May be reduced to 33 85 1 cm by removing the wheels and perforated area of insulation blanket on dishwasher E Minimum measured from narrowest point of opening Check that all surfaces have no protrusions that would prohibit dishwasher installation Clear Area 24 62 2 cm B 23 60 6 cm 1 9 cm A 33 85 1 cm min...

Page 6: ...ils and orders NOTE minimum plastic tubing is not recommended A 90 elbow with hose connection with rubber washer See the Tools and Parts section at the front of the guide for part details and orders Do not solder within 6 15 2 cm of the water inlet valve Electrical Requirements Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code AN...

Page 7: ...w the instructions in the Prepare Cabinet Opening New Utilities section Prepare Cabinet Opening New Utilities Prepare And Route The Electrical Supply Option A Power Cord NOTE A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the dishwasher cabinet opening Drill a 1 3 8 cm hole in cabinet side or rear See the Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions section WARNING Disconnect electrical ...

Page 8: ...at the front of the guide for part details Route cable from power supply through cabinet hole cable must extend to the right front side of cabinet opening Tape cable to the floor in area shown This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening Prepare and Route Water Line Helpful Tip Routing the water line through the left hand side of cabinet opening will make wate...

Page 9: ...ect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the dishwasher Slowly turn water shutoff valve to ON position Flush water into a shallow pan until clear to get rid of particles that could clog the inlet valve Turn shutoff valve to OFF position Route water line and tape it to the floor in area shown This will keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening Install Drain H...

Page 10: ...ption C Waste Disposer With Air Gap 1 Using a hammer and screwdriver knock plug into disposer 2 Use needle nose pliers to remove plug 3 Attach drain hose to disposer inlet with large drain hose clamp provided Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position 1 Fit rubber end of drain hose to waste tee and cut if needed NOTE Do not cut ribbed section 2 Attach rubber end of drain hose to waste...

Page 11: ...and cut if needed NOTE Do not cut ribbed section 4 Attach drain hose to air gap with large drain hose clamp provided Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position If the drain hose was cut use a 1 to 2 3 8 to 5 cm screw type clamp not provided 5 Use a rubber hose not provided with screw type clamps not provided to connect from air gap to disposer inlet 1 Connect rubber end of drain hose ...

Page 12: ...f the dishwasher frame To remove the plastic rail cover push upward and back to unsnap it from the dishwasher frame Option A Remove Access Panel Plastic Panel Using a flat blade screwdriver turn the plastic fasteners turn counterclockwise to unlock them Remove panel Do not remove tech sheet from access panel Option B Remove Access Panel Metal Panel Using a nut driver or Phillips screwdriver remove...

Page 13: ...r later use Install a UL Listed CSA Approved metallic strain relief Make sure screw heads are facing up when tightening conduit nut Strain relief is provided with the power cord kit See the Tools and Parts section at the front of the guide for part details and orders Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub Pull cord through strain relief in terminal bo...

Page 14: ...h the tab in place Use a nut driver and the previously removed screw to secure the terminal box to the crossbar NOTE Do not plug into outlet until instructed to do so Once the terminal box has been remounted on the dishwasher there should be some excess length or slack in the green black and white wires coming from the dishwasher to the terminal box Wrap these wires over the nearby components or c...

Page 15: ...rt Built up floors If the kitchen floor is higher than the cabinet opening s floor for example the kitchen floor tile does not extend into the cabinet opening add shims as needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to 34 86 4 cm below the countertop NOTE Shims must be securely attached to floor to avoid movement when the dishwasher is in use Install Door Handle on some models IMPORTANT Do...

Page 16: ...Remove the brackets from the package and insert into the open slots on the left hand and right hand top of the dishwasher collar as shown Using a pair of pliers bend the tab down to secure the bracket in place Repeat this step for the other side NOTE Do not attach the dishwasher This will be done later Option B Dishwasher Side Attachment NOTE Remove the brackets from the parts package Break off th...

Page 17: ...ubing bends and kinks easily Slide the nut and ferrule forward and then start the nut onto the elbow threads Flexible braided connection Secure nut to elbow using open ended wrench or adjustable wrench NOTE Do not use Teflon tape with compression fittings Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening Use 2 or more people to move and install dishwasher IMPORTANT Double check correct placement of utiliti...

Page 18: ... replace the screw Reattach door spring to rear leg NOTE Tensioners on both sides of dishwasher should be secured at same holes IMPORTANT If wheels were removed cover the floor when moving the dishwasher Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening Do not kink or pinch water line drain hose power cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet Remove cardboard from under dishwasher NO...

Page 19: ...level Connect to Water Supply Be sure rubber washer is properly seated in fitting Slide the fitting of the 90 elbow up to the valve and hand tighten to avoid cross threading Hand tighten until the coupling is tight Using pliers check the tightness of the coupling An additional to turn may be required to seal the rubber gasket NOTE Do not over tighten Damage to the coupling can result Place paper t...

Page 20: ...section Option B Direct Wire 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 Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub Pull cable through UL Listed CSA Approved strain relief in terminal box Note A maximum of two field wiring supply conductors 12 AWG largest si...

Page 21: ...into the slots in the floor of the terminal box and sliding the cover tight against the back wall where wires come in Make sure wires are tucked inside the box and not pinched by the cover Then put the terminal box back on the crossbar with the tab in place Use a nut driver and the previously removed screw to secure the terminal box to the crossbar Once the terminal box has been remounted on the d...

Page 22: ...ption 2 Side Mount Dishwasher To Cabinet Locate brackets installed on sides of dishwasher during Choose Attachment Method Drill pilot holes in cabinet to avoid splitting the wood Secure dishwasher to cabinet with two 10 x Phillips head screws included Open door and check that space between dishwasher cabinet opening and tub is equal on both sides If spacing is not equal loosen bracket screws and s...

Page 23: ...teners slot will be straight up and down when properly locked Option B Install Access Panel Metal Panel Check that grounding clip is attached to the lower panel Position the lower panel behind the access panel On some models there is insulation on the access panel that must fall behind the insulation on the lower panel Hold the 2 panels together and place them against dishwasher leg Using a Philli...

Page 24: ...mes Your new dishwasher will average 2 to 3 hours per load but use nearly 40 less energy than older models Designed with a low wattage low energy consumption motor your dishwasher washes longer to ensure exceptional cleaning Certain models are equipped with an optical water sensor so the first cycle will run longer to calibrate to optical sensor Selecting certain options could increase cycle time ...

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