Drain Requirements
• Use the new drain hose supplied with your dishwasher.
If this is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a
maximum length of 10 feet (3.05 m) that meets all current
AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and
detergent, use 5/8”(1.58cm) or 7/8”(2.2cm) inside
diameter hose and a coupler to connect the two hose
ends. Secure the connection with two clamps
• Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above
drain trap in house plumbing and 32" (81.3 cm) minimum
above the floor. It is recommended that the drain hose
either be looped up and securely fastened to the
underside of the counter, or be connected to an air gap.
• Use an air gap if the drain hose is connected to house
plumbing lower than 18" (45.7 cm) above floor.
• Use 1/2" minimum I.D. drain line fittings.
• Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the
dishwasher drain hose.
Water Supply Requirements
• A hot water line with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water
pressure.
• 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher.
• 3/8" O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or
flexible stainless steel braided fill line (1/2" minimum
plastic tubing is not recommended).
• A 90° elbow with 3/8" N.P.T. external pipe threads on
one end.
Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) from water inlet valve.
Electrical Requirements
Contact a qualified electrician.
Assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with all national and local codes and
ordinances.
You must have:
• 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp., fused electrical
supply.
• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.
We recommend:
• A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
• A separate circuit.
If direct wiring dishwasher:
• Use flexible, armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper
wire with grounding wire that meets the wiring
requirements for your home and local codes and
ordinances.
If connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:
• Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part No. 4317824) marked for
use with dishwashers. Kit contents include:
– UL listed 16 gauge 3 wire power supply
cord with 3 prong grounded plug.
– Neer C-500 7/8 inch strain relief.
– 3 wire connectors.
– Part No. 302797 grommet
Follow the kit instructions for installing the power
supply cord.
• Power supply cord must plug into a mating three prong,
grounded outlet, located in the cabinet next to the
dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all local codes and
ordinances.
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