Frigidaire FDB1450CHC0, FDB1450CHS0 Installation Guide

Dishwasher

Installation Instructions

Parts You Will Need* (Not Included)

• Drain Hose Clamp, 11/4"Diameter

• Elbow, 90° with a 3/8"National Pipe Thread

• Strain Relief Bushing

• Wire Nuts, two (2) for 12-14 gauge wire

If required:

• "Y" Branch Tailpiece and Connector Kit (See Step 4)

• Air Gap Kit (See Step 4)

• Fasteners for floor anchoring (See Step 9)

Available at:

Plumbing Supply Store

Plumbing Supply Store Hardware Store

Electric Shock Hazard

Observe all local codes and ordinances for

electrical and plumbing connections. All electrical

and plumbing work should be performed by qualified persons. Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury.

IMPORTANT: Disconnect power before starting installation.

Electrical

1. The dishwasher operates on a 120 volt, 60 Hz electrical supply. Provide a separate circuit with a fuse or circuit breaker rated for

at least 15 amps (20 amps if connected with disposer) but not

more than 20 amps.

2. Note the locations of electrical supply and dishwasher's electrical junction box on right underside of unit behind kickplate assembly. See Figure 3.

3. Cut access hole in shaded area shown in Figure 2.

4. Pull electrical cable through hole into installation area.

INSTALLER: Leave Installation Instructionswith owner. OWNER: Read your dishwasher Use and Care Manual. It contains

important safety information for operating this appliance. It also has many suggestions for getting the best results from your dishwasher.

Printed in U.S.A. 154427301

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Read all instructions before installing dishwasher. For your safety, please read and observe all safety

instructions. This guide will help you anticipate drain, water, and

electrical connections, and help you select the best location for the dishwasher.

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open door.

Failure to follow this warning can result in serious injury.

Electric Shock Hazard

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before beginning installation. Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury.

• Examine dishwasher and locate connections. See Step 4.

• Locate dishwasher where there is easy access to drain,

water, and electrical lines. The best location is on either side of the kitchen sink for access to existing plumbing and ease

in loading dishes. See Step 4.

• Electrical, water, and drain connections are not the same for

all age, brands, or models of dishwashers. Check the

location and length of home utilities. See Step 4.

• A 15-20 amp, grounded, 120 volt AC only, electrical supply is required. See Steps 4 and 8.

• If dishwasher drain hose will be connected to a food

disposer for the first time, knock out plug located inside disposer inlet. See Steps 4 and 6.

• Kinked water or drain hoses can cause problems. See Step

• Dishwashers need to be connected to a hot water supply

with enough water pressure to insure an adequate fill.

See Steps 4 and 7.

• Each home installation differs. You will need additional parts listed above to complete your installation.

See Steps 4 and 7.

• Flush water line prior to making the final connection to prevent clogging of dishwasher's filter screen. See Step 7.

• The dishwasher will look, sound, and perform best when properly leveled. See Step 5. (NOTE: If levelers are removed during installation, make sure the floor is flat and

free of any obstruction.)

• Anchor the dishwasher to countertop. See Step 9.

1. Remove two (2) screws at front of the kickplate assembly using a #2 Phillips screw driver.

2. Tilt and pull forward to remove. See Figure 1.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the outer door for installation.

However, you might find it more convenient to do so. You can find directions for removing door in Step 10.

Klckplate Assembly

1. Make sure your location has the right drain, water, and electrical outlets to make the connections. Do not install unit

under a cooktop range. Damage to plastic tub will occur.

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IMPORTANT: For proper operation and appearance of unit, cabinet opening should have dimensions as shown in Figure 2. If unit is to be placed in a corner, there must be at least a 2-inch side clearance to open door.

2. Remove any carpet from area to provide motor clearance. Floor

should be flat and free of any obstruction.

IMPORTANT: Drain, water, and electrical lines should be roughed-in before going any further.

Electrical, water, and drain lines must be confined to shaded areas in Figure 2.

Electric conductors, water, and drain could be damaged. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or electric shock.

NOTE: If dishwasher is installed at end of a cabinet line, sides and back must be fully enclosed.

IMPORTANT: Do not cross drain, water, and electrical lines in front of dishwasher motor or frame.

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Electric Shock Hazard

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Water

1. Determine where you will connect to hot water supply. Review Figure 3 and note the location of water inlet valve.

Property Damage

Do not use the furnished drain hose or a rubber garden hose

for the water supply line. Either of these hoses can burst.

Flooding may occur and cause property damage.

Be sure water inlet valve is protected from freezing. If valve

freezes and ruptures, flooding may occur.

Determine amount of tubing needed to connect hot water supply to the unit's water inlet valve. Copper tubing must have a minimum 3/_,,OD. High-pressure and high-temperature rated plastic tubing with a minimum inner diameter of V4"may be

used. A shut-off valve installed outside dishwasher cabinet is best. See Figure 4.

4. Cut water access hole in shaded area in Figure 2.

5. Route water supply line into installation area.

IMPORTANT: Incoming hot water temperature should be at least 120°F (49°C). Water pressure should be between 20-120 psi.

Drain

1. Review Figures 5 and 6 to see the different ways to connect dishwasher to drain system. Choose method that best suits your need.

Figure 5

Entry Must be

3. If you connect to a sink trap, local codes may require you to install an air gap kit, not included. The drain hose will be routed

from dishwasher to air gap inlet as shown in Figure 6. An air gap kit is available from a plumbing supply store.

4. If you connect to a disposer, the large end of drain hose will fit. Figure 7(a). The knock out plug must be removed from

inside disposer inlet before making the final fit to drain hose. See Figure 7(b).

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Motor

End

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Sink

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5. Before cutting drain hose access, check both sides of selected

area to avoid interference. Cut a 2" diameter hole in shaded area shown in Figure 2.

6. If the cabinet wall is wood, sand edges of hole until smooth and rounded. If cabinet wall is metal, cover all sharp edges with electrical or duct tape to avoid cutting drain hose.

Tools and Materials Needed for

Installation

• Drill, Electric

• Driver, Socket 31_6",V]',5116"

• Flaring Tool / Tube Cutter (for copper tubing)

• Flashlight

• Level

• Pipe Joint Compound (for iron pipe plumbing) or Pipe Thread Tape (for sealing threads)

• Pliers

• Safety Glasses

• Saw, Keyhole or V2", 1V2" to 2" Hole Cutters

• Screw Drivers, Slotted and #2 Phillips (magnetic tip preferred)

• Tape, Electrical or Duct

• Tape, Measuring

• Wire Stripper or Utility Knife

• Wrench, Hex-end

• Wrenches, 2 Adjustable (for copper tubing) or 2 Pipe wrenches (for iron pipe plumbing)

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(Insulation available some models)

Kickpiate

Water Inlet

Valve

3. Locate water inlet valve behind kickplate on bottom left underside of unit. The valve has a 3/8"NPT female fitting.

4. Wrap 90° elbow (not included) with pipe thread tape (or apply

joint compound) and thread it into water inlet valve.

5. Tighten elbow with a wrench, leaving elbow pointing toward rear of unit. To prevent bending of bracket or breaking of valve,

avoid overtightening.

Bottom Screws

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Locating the Connections

1. Review dimensions in Figure 3 to locate dishwasher's drain, water, and electrical connections.

2. All connections must be made in shaded area in Figure 2.

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2" Drain Hose Hole

If you connect to a sink drain, entry will need to be above trap. A "Y" branch tailpiece and connector kit, not included, will make this method easier and includes all needed fittings and instructions. See Figure 5.

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Branch

Tailpiece

Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor. Check chart for height opening and suggested adjustment.

Leg Leveler Adjustment Chart

Height of Number of Turns to

Cabinet Opening Adjust Levelers

34" (86.4cm) 0

341/8'' (86.7cm) 2

345/16"(87.2cm) 6

341/2"(87.6cm) 9

For additional height add shims under levelers.

Move dishwasher to front of installation area.

Loosen the front and rear leveling legs by turning counterclockwise. Refer to chart for number of turns. See

Figure 8. Front levelers should allow V4"below underside of countertop.

Front Leveler

Bear Leveler

Figures

4. If levelers have to be removed, make sure floor is free of obstructions.

5. Place dishwasher inside cabinet area so that it is centered in opening. Use caution when moving dishwasher to prevent

damage to dishwasher, floor, and cabinets.

6. Check that dishwasher is level from side to side by placing a

level against the top front section of the tub. See Figure 9a.

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7. Check that dishwasher is level from front to back by placing

level on side of opened door. See Figure 9b.

8. Adjust levelers up or down until dishwasher is level.

Electric Shock Hazard

Plumbing material and drain hose must not come in contact with wiring or electrical components.

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury from exposed wiring.

Pull out unit and check to see if drain hose is correctly attached to the drain pump assembly. If drain hose is not attached to drain pump, follow the instruction sheet (included with drain hose) on how to correctly install the drain hose to the drain pump assembly.

Move unit back in place while routing drain hose through access hole. Use caution to prevent damage to the dishwasher, floor and cabinets. IMPORTANT: Make sure there are no sharp bends or kinks that might restrict drain flow.

Secure drain hose to sink drain, disposer, or separate trap with a clamp. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to overtighten clamp or

you may damage end of hose. Do not connect hose to

horizontal pipe between sink drain and disposer.

Be sure unit does not rest on drain hose. It should be free of electrical components and door springs. Do not cut corrugated

drain hose. Pull excess through cabinet and place under sink. Make sure hose does not come in contact with any sharp edges.

See Figure 10.

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The drain hose loop must be at least 32" high from the floor

to insure proper drainage.

Property Damage

Do not solder within 6" of the water inlet valve. Damage to the plastic parts in the valve may occur.

Use care that no sealer, dirt, or other objects enter the valve. Damage to the filter screen may occur.

Be sure the dishwasher is placed where the water inlet valve will be kept from freezing. If the valve freezes, it may rupture

and flooding may occur.

Water Line

Flush water line before connecting it to water inlet valve to prevent early clogging of filter screen. Place a bunched towel over end of line to prevent splashing. Open valve for a few seconds and let water drain into a pan. Turn off water supply

at shut-off valve.

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Route water line to water inlet valve as shown in Figure 11.

While firmly pulling water supply line into 90° elbow, tightly

connect water supply to water inlet valve. Supply line must be

free of kinks, scales, chips, and lubricants.

Turn on water supply and check for leaks.

If water inlet valve clogs, make sure water supply is off. Remove four (4) screws at inlet end of valve and clean filter

screen.

Electric Shock Hazard

Make sure electrical power has been disconnected at fuse box or circuit breaker box.

The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system. The equipment-grounding

conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the appliance's equipment grounding terminal

or lead. It is the consumer's responsibility to contact a qualified installer to make sure the electrical installation

conforms with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.

Do not connect the dishwasher to the power supply until the appliance is permanently grounded.

All wiring connections must be enclosed in the junction box. This unit has copper lead wires.

Joining aluminum building wire to stranded copper wire should be done by a qualified electrician using materials

recognized by UL and local codes. Do not use an extension cord. Such use can result in fire,

electrical shock, or other personal injury. Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or

serious injury.

Electrical Supply

1. Remove junction box cover and pull house wiring into junction box. See Figures 12 and 13.

2. Use a UL listed strain-relief bushing, not included, at box to stabilize wiring.

IMPORTANT: Be sure electrical cable is not routed behind

dishwasher's motor.

Junction Box

(hi place)

Figure 12

Inside junction box, attach ground wire under head of grounding screw and tighten. See Figure 13.

Connect incoming black lead to dishwasher's black lead and incoming white lead to dishwasher's white lead with wire nuts or

other suitable connectors, not included. Wire nuts should be tight.

Strain Belief Ground Wire (not included)

White Wire to Junction White Wire Box Cover

(Neutral)

Black Wire to Black Wire (Hot)

5. Replace junction box cover. See Figure 13.

The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from tilting when door is opened. Choose one of the methods described below to secure

unit.

Countertop Anchoring

1. Adjust levelers (see Step 5) so mounting brackets touch underside of countertop. IMPORTANT: Dishwasher must rest on floor--do not hang from countertop. See Figure 14.

2. Screw mounting brackets firmly to countertop using screws provided in literature packet.

3. Open and close dishwasher door slowly. If door hits mounting bracket screw heads, adjust front levelers.

Note: Open and close door to make sure it does not hit surrounding cabinets or countertop.

UsePhillipsHeadScrews #8 x /8 (included in theliterature packet).

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Floor Anchoring

This procedure is difficult and should be used only if countertop mounting brackets cannot be used.

1. Screw 1/4"lag screws, not included, through holes provided in frame rail. See Figure 15.

2. Use expansion fasteners if floor is concrete.

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Electric Shock Hazard

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box

or circuit breaker box before beginning

installation. Failure to follow this warning could result in

death or serious injury.

Cut Hazard

Metal color panels are sharp and should be handled with care. Wear gloves to protect

hands. Failure to follow this warning may result in

injury.

To Install a Custom Wood Panel

The dishwasher door panel can be customized to match wood cabinets. This will require a kit that includes a mid-door with side and bottom trim, heavy-duty door springs and instructions.

Kits are available from your dealer or parts supplier. Order kit based on desired color of trim and length of door. See Figure 16a.

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To Remove and Replace Outer Door

Unlatch and open door. Using a Phillips

head screw driver, remove two (2) screws

from inner door. Save screws to reassemble.

See Figure 16b.

Close and latch door

while holding both

sides.

. Place one hand on

each side of door and pull down at top

approximately W'. Pull entire door

assembly toward you to remove.

See Figure 16c.

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Place door where it will not get scratched or damaged while completing installation.

When ready to replace door, fit the slots on each side of top

door edge over the tabs on the metal liner. Push on sides to insure the door is flat. Push up from bottom until there is no gap between door and console. See Figure 16d.

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6. Unlatch door and open while supporting outer door on both sides at bottom to keep in place. Align screw holes and replace

screws.

vary from your model.

Before starting the dishwasher, check these items:

_% Drain hose is assembled to drain pump. _% All packing materials and consumer literature have been

removed from unit.

_% Dishwasher is level and securely fastened. _% Open and close door to make sure it does not hit

surrounding cabinet or countertop.

_% Water and drain lines have no kinks. _% Wiring connections to junction box are tight.

_% Water supply is turned on. ,% Joints are free of leaks.

Replacing Door

1. Refer to Step 10, numbers 5 and 6, for replacing outer door.

2. Adjust door springs to balance weight of door. A correct spring setting allows door to remain horizontal in opened position, yet

will rise to close with slight lift of finger.

3. If necessary, increase tension by moving springs to a hole toward rear of unit or decrease by moving them toward front.

See Figure 17.

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Move springs toward rear ofdisffwasher to

increase tension.

4. Turn electrical supply on.

Operate the machine through at least one fill and pump-out, checking the following items:

_% At first fill, make sure water completely covers filter surface.

(Motor pump sound may be heard before water enters unit). _% At pump-out, make sure all water is pumped out. _% Check water connections again for leaks.

Electric Shock Hazard

If all connections are correct, there are no leaks, and unit runs properly, replace the kickplate assembly before placing unit into operation.

Failure to follow this warning could result in electric shock.