Whirlpool Gold GU2800XTV, Manual

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DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
A new drain hose is supplied with your dish- •
washer. If this is not long enough, use a new
drain hose with a maximum length of 12’ (3.7
m) (Part No. 3385556) that meets all current
AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to
heat and detergent, and fits the 1” (2.5 cm)
drain connector of the dishwasher.
Make sure to connect drain hose to waste tee
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or disposer inlet above drain trap in house
plumbing and 20” (50.8 cm) minimum above
the floor. It is recommended that the drain
hose either be looped up and securely fas-
tened to the underside of the counter, or be
connected to an air gap.
Air gap
Use of air gap
Make sure to use an air gap if the drain hose •
is connected to house plumbing lower than
20” (50.8 cm) above subfloor or floor.
Use 1/2” minimum I.D. drain line fittings.
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If required the air gap should be installed •
in accordance with the air gap installation
instructions, when connecting the air gap a
rubber hose (not provided) will be needed to-
connect to the waste tee or disposer inlet.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
A hot water line with 20-120 psi •
(138-862 kPa) water pressure can be verified
by a licensed plumber.
120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. •
3/8” O.D. copper tubing with compression •
fitting or flexible braided water supply line
(Part No. 4396897RP) NOTE: 1/2” minimum
plastic tubing is not recommended.
A 90° elbow with 3/8” N.P.T. external pipe
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threads on one end.
Do not solder within 6” (15.2 cm) from water
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inlet valve.