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Dishwasher Installation Instructions for 18-inch Models
English/French/Spanish
Important Safety instructions
IMPORTANT
• The dishwasher drain hose must be installed
To avoid possible injury or property damage,
OBSERVE ALLWARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.
These instructions are intended for use by
qualified installers only.
The dishwasher must be installed by a qualified
service technician or installer.
• In addition to these instructions, the dishwasher
shall be installed to meet all electrical and
plumbing codes and ordinances (both national and
local).
Read these installation instructions completely
and follow them carefully. They will save you time
and effort and help to ensure safety and optimum
dishwasher performance.
If the dishwasher is installed in a location that
experiences freezing temperatures (e.g., ina
holiday home), you must drain all the water
from the dishwasher's interior.Water system
ruptures that occur as a result of freezing are
NOT COVERED BYWARRANTY.
with a portion of it at least 20" (508mm) off the
cabinet floor; otherwise the dishwasher may net
drain properly.
• This dishwasher is intended for residential use
only, and should not be used in commercial food
service establishments.
• NEW INSTALLATION - If the dishwasher is a
new installation, most of the work must be done
before the dishwasher is moved into place.
• REPLACEMENT- If the dishwasher is replacing
another dishwasher, check the existing
dishwasher connections for compatibility with
the new dishwasher, and replace parts as
necessary.
• This appliance has been found to be in
compliance with CANiCSA-C22.2 No. 167/UL
749. It is the responsibility of the owner and the
installer to determine if additional requirements
and standards apply in specific installations.
Inspect the Dishwasher
After unpacking the dishwasher and prior to
installation, thoroughly inspect the dishwasher for
possible freight or cosmetic damage. Report any
damage immediately. Cosmetic defects must be
reported within 30 days of installation.
NOTE: Do not discard any bags or items that come
with the original package until after the entire
installation has been completed.
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TOOLS NEEDED
Tools and Materials Needed
Hammer Hole Saw
Tape Measure
Slot Screwdriver
Phillips Screwdriver
Wire Cutter Wire Stripper
MATERIALS NEEDED
(Additional materials may be required to comply withlocalcodes.)
Electrical Supply Cable - Minimum #14 AWG, 2 conductor, 1 ground, insulated copper
conductors rated 75°C or higher.
Pipe Wrench Adjustable Wrench
T-20 Screwdriver
Drill
Level
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Hot WaterSupply Line - Minimum 3/8"O.D.copper tubing or metal braided dishwasher
supply line.
Shut-off valve and fittings appropriate for hot water supply line (copper tubing/
compression fitting, or braided hose).
Teflon brand tape or other pipe thread compound to seal plumbing connections,
UL listed conduit connector or strain relief. Although a strain relief is included on the
junction box, a separate strain relief may be required if you attach the field wiring
directly to the terminal btock.
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Materials Supplied
MATERIALS SUPPLIED
Accessory Parts Supplied
Accessory parts for your dishwasher come in one or more plastic bags that are outlined below.
NOTE: Make sure you save all the bags until you have completed your installation.
NOTE: Always use the supplied or recommended hardware,
A Use & Care Manual and Installation Instructions
B ExtraTall Item Sprinkler
C Integrated Door MountTemplate for Custom Door
Panels (select models)
D Toe Panel Screws (2 black screws)
E CounterTop Mounting Brackets (2'1"shaped
metal brackets)
F Mounting Bracket Screws (2 silver wood screws)
G Rubber Drain HoseAdaptor (1 black rubber tube)
H Hose Clamps (1 spring clamp to use to attach
the rubber adaptor to the Drain Hose and 1screw
clamp to attach the rubber adaptor to the
plumbing)
I Electrical Junction Box Mounting Screws (4
screws)
J Leg Leveler Locking Screws (2 silver coarse
threaded screws)
K Water SupplyAdaptorFitting
L Flexible Edge Protector Grommet forthe
electrical wire
M SpringTension Screws (2 largersilvermachine
screws used to adjust the door springs to accom-
modate doors of different weights)
N Door Mounting Brackets (2 metal brackets)
O Door Mounting Bracket Screws (6 silver wood
screws)
P Door Mounting Screws (4 long silver screws used
to attach the door)
Q Hook and Loop Fastening Strips (2 adhesive-
backed strips)
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Check
clearance
between
dishwasher
doorand wall
17°3/4 '' - 18o1/8" (451-460mm)
Figure I
Countertop
Enclosure Requirements
Avoid Scalding or Electrical Shock Hazard
Make sure the water supply and electrical supply
are shut off before installation or service.
ENCLOSURE PREPARATION
NOTE: This dishwasher is designed to be enclosed on the
top and both sides by standard residential kitchen
cabinetry.
Select a location as close to the sink as possibie for
easy access to water supply and drain lines.
For proper dishwasher operation and appearance, ensure
that the enclosure is square and has the dimensions
shown in Figure 1.
If the dishwasher is to be installed in a corner, make sure
that there is adequate clearance to open the door. See
Figure 2.
Avoid Electrical Shock!Fire Hazard
Do not allow the electrical and water supply lines
to touch.
Figu re 2
Figu re 3
After locating the proper place for your new dishwasher,
you will need to make any required openings to allow for
passage of the water, drain and electrical line. In order to
avoid interference with the dishwasher when sliding it into
the cabinet, place your openings within the dimensions
shown in Figure 3.
Required Openings:
41/_'' X2" (t 08 x 52mm) -
To pass the included
electrical supply junction box
through to an adjacent
cabinet
\
3" x 13/4"(76 x 45mm) -
To pass the included water
supply line toward the water
supply
1V4"(32mm) diameter -
Topass the dishwasher drain
hose toward the drain
connection
NOTE: if the incoming electric supply, water supply and
drain connections are all in the same cabinet, the one
41/4"x 2" (108 x 52ram) hole will be large enough for alJ
three to pass through.
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Dishwasher Electrical Rating
Volts Hertz Amperes Watts
120 60 12 1,450
(max)
Electrical Preparation
ELECTRICAL PREPARATION
Avoid Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not work on an energized circuit. Doing so
could result in serious injury or death. Only
qualified electricians should perform electrical
work. Do not attempt any work on the dishwasher
electric supply circuit until you are certain the
circuit is de-energized.
Avoid Fire Hazard
Make sure electrical work is properly installed,
Only qualified electricians should perform electri-
cal work.
Electrical Supply
The customer has the responsibility of ensuring that the
dishwasher electrical installation is in compliance with a]l
national and local electrical codes and ordinances. The
dishwasher is designed for an electrical supply of 120V,
60 Hz, AC, connected to a dishwasher-dedicated,
properly grounded electrical circuit with a fuse or breaker
rated for 15 amps. Electrical supply conductors shall be a
minimum #14 AWG copper wire rated at 75°C (167°F) or
higher.
Avoid Fire Hazard
Make sure there are no loose electrical
connections, Make sure all electrical connections
are properly made.
Grounding Instructions
The dishwasher must be properly grounded before
operating. This appliance must be connected to a
grounded metal permanent wiring system, or an
equipment grounding conductor must be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the equipment
grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher. Make sure
that the dishwasher is connected to a suitable ground in
compliance with all local codes or, in the absence of a
local code, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in
the United States orthe CANADIAN ELECTRIC CODE
C22.1 -latest edition in Canada as well as any provincial/
state or municipal or local codes that appIy.
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