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installing the dishwasher
STEP 4
CHECK THE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND CAUTIONS
The electrical requirements for the dishwasher are as follows:
•
In the United States, install in accordance with the National Electric Code/State and Municipal codes
and/or local codes.
•
In Canada, install in accordance with the Canadian Electric Code C22.1-latest edition/Provincial and
Municipal codes and/or local codes.
•
For cable direct connections.
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Use fl exible, armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper wire with a grounding wire that meets the
wiring requirements for your local codes and ordinances.
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Use the strain relief method provided with the wiring junction box or install a U.L.-listed/CSA-certifi ed
clamp connector to the wiring junction box. If using conduit, use a U.L.-listed/CSA-certifi ed conduit
connector.
• For power cord connections
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The power supply cord must plug into a mating three prong, grounded outlet, located in the cabinet
next to the dishwasher opening. The outlet must meet your local codes and ordinances. Use a U.L.-
listed/CSA-certifi ed power cord kit.
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The dishwasher must be connected to an electrical supply that provides the voltage and
amperage marked on the rating plate of the unit: 15 amps, 120 volts, 60Hz AC.
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Ensure that the circuit breaker connected to the dishwasher is off .
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The power cable must not extend more than 4 ft (1.2 m) from the side of the dishwasher.
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Check with a qualifi ed electrician or serviceman if you are unsure whether the dishwasher is
properly connected.
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Do not connect another appliance to the same power outlet as the dishwasher.
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Before connecting the power cable to the dishwasher, ensure that there are no electrical
hazards (which may result in fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury).
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The power cable must pass through the channel on the bottom of the dishwasher as shown
in Figure 3.
<Figure 3>
installing the dishwasher
Hot Water
Supply Line
Dishwasher bottom
Power cable
5¹⁄
3
~ 7¹⁄
3
in.
(135 ~ 185 mm)
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