KitchenAid KUDE40FXSS6, KUDE40FXWH6, KUDS30SXWH3, KUDE40FXPA4, KUDE20IXBL9 Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION

LAVE-VAISSELLE SOUS PLAN DE TRAVAIL

Table of Contents .............................................................. 2

Table des matieres .......................................................... 27

W10321621A

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DISHWASHER SAFETY ............................................................................... 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................. 3

Tools and Parts ......................................................................................... 3

Location Requirements ............................................................................. 4

Drain Requirements .................................................................................. 6

Water Supply Requirements ..................................................................... 6

Electrical Requirements ............................................................................ 6

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 7

Prepare Cabinet Opening--Existing Utilities ............................................ 7

Prepare Cabinet Opening-- New Utilities ................................................. 7

Prepare and Route Water Line ................................................................. 8

Install Drain Hose ...................................................................................... 9

Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop) ................................ 11

Prepare Dishwasher ................................................................................ 12

Make Power Supply Cord Connection ................................................... 13

Determine Cabinet Opening ................................................................... 14

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)

Install Door Handle (on some models) ................................................... 15

Custom Panel Dimensions ..................................................................... 15

Install Custom Panel ............................................................................... 16

Choose Attachment Option .................................................................... 18

Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening ........................................ 19

Connect to Water Supply ....................................................................... 21

Connect to Drain ..................................................................................... 22

Make Direct Wire Electrical .................................................................... 22

Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening ................................................ 24

Bottom Sound Pad Installation (on some models) ................................ 25

Complete Installation .............................................................................. 25

Check Operation ..................................................................................... 26

If Dishwasher Does Not Operate ............................................................ 26

Additional Tips ........................................................................................ 26

DISHWASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

You Need to:

• Slowly open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of the dishwasher. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and

lower rack. Close dishwasher door until latched.

• Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

• Install this dishwasher as specified in these instructions.

• Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician. The dishwasher must be installed to meet all

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.

electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances.

Do not push down on open door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

INSTALLATION

REQUIREMENTS

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Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any

tools listed here.

All Installations Tools needed:

Pliers

Flat-blade screwdriver

Supplied in Kit: 4 Plastic studs (attached to each other by runners)

4 Short screws (10-16 hex head screw) 4 Long screws (8-18 Torx®t) head screws) 1 Template (located inside Use and Care Guide bag assembly)

1 Instruction sheet (located inside Use and Care Guide bag assembly)

NOTE: The screws supplied are used for only 3/4"thick wooden panel. If the wooden panel is less than 3/4"thick, customer must purchase screws locally.

Other parts you may also need:

1 .2 Masking or I Molsture _J (3'81-5 Cm)I duct tape [ barrier tape _[

ScreW4ype I (Part aumber.r/_/ [ Clamps (3 maX!mum) J [4396277)_1

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Phillips screwdriver

5/16"and %" nut drivers or hex sockets

Measuring tapeor ruler

10" adjustable wrench

tha! opens to _

1V8 (2.9 cm) If installing custom front panels, ../t-_/

Torx ®*T15 screwdriver

Must be the proper size to connect your household wiring to

16-gauge wiring in dishwasher.

Other useful items you may need:

Utility knife

UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on _ _

wire connectors*

Small level

%" open-end wrench

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Parts supplied:

NOTES: Moisture barrier tape is recommended when installing a

dishwasher under a wood countertop. Parts available for purchase in plumbing supply stores. Check

local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See "Electrical Requirements" section. It is recommended that electrical

connections be made by a licensed electrical installer.

In addition, for first-time installations Toolsneeded:

Parts needed:

' " ReqUirements" Sec ion:Copper tubing (%' See Electrical t

O.D'Suggested) or ..... : _ .. .. .

flexible braided _or ulrect vwre: _-or r'ower bupp!y water su L..,. ne Use UL Listed/ Cold: use UL

__X'_ strain relief [ Approved power tttttL_ J)_,)))..) to fit% (2.2 cm)I sUPPlY c°rd kit

_//_ .... dishwasher ....

CSA Appr0ved [ Listed/CSA

.... hole [ marked for use with

Drain hose

damps (2)

(1 large and

Silver Green

Parts needed:

%, Compr X¾', hose fitting For part or kkl see local

retailer or call Whiflp0ol Parts: !-800:442.9991, Part Num ber W 10273460

4 #10 x V2" wood screws (if installing custom front panels)

Drain hose #10 X _/2" 2 C Unde[ _

Phillips, COunter

I head mounting

Additional parts supplied with top-venting models only:

Additional parts supplied with certain models only

[Bottomsound

| flocated in lower rack) J Make sure all these parts are included in the literature package.

If parts are not included, call 1-800-422-1230.

1-®TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.

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Grounded electrical supply required. Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they

can interfere with or contact dishwasher motor or legs. The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide

clearance between motor and flooring. Motor should not touch the floor.

Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to dishwasher against

freezing. Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty. A side panel kit is available from your dealer for installing your

dishwasher at the end of your cabinetry. A moisture barrier accessory (Part Number 4396277) is available

from your dealer for installing underneath the countertop. Call 1-800-422-1230 to order.

Check location where dishwasher will be installed. The location must provide:

• easy access to water, electricity and drain.

convenient access for loading and unloading dishes. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance

between the side of the dishwasher door and the wall or

cabinet.

• square opening for proper operation and appearance.

• cabinet front perpendicular to floor.

• level floor. (If floor at front of opening is not level with floor

at rear of opening, shims may be needed to level dishwasher.)

Helpful Tip: Be sure to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the dishwasher opening is uneven (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening).

NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must be securely attached to the floor.

If dishwasher will be left unused for a period of time or in a location where it may be subject to freezing, have it winterized by authorized service personnel.

Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose are within the shaded area shown in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section.

Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions

B. For panel ready models, dishwasher

depth is 24" (60 cm) not including the 3/4" (1.9 cm) custom door panel.

O. For Pro Line ® handle, depth is 28"

(70 cm).

A. Insulation may

be compressed, (not used on all models)

(8.8 cm -10.6 cm)

For 4" (10 cm) toe

kick, height of cabinet

opening is 341/2" (86.3 cm)

NOTE: Shaded areas of cabinet wa IIs show where

utility connections may be installed.

D. Measured from the lowest point on the

underside of countertop. May be reduced

to 33z/8'' (86 cm) by removing wheels from dishwasher, or 338/4" (85.7 cm) by removing wheels AND perforated section in the insulation

blanket.

E. Minimum, measured from narrowest point of opening,

Check that all surfaces

have no protrusions that wpuld prohibit dishwasher installation.

A new drain hose is supplied with your dishwasher. If drain hose is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length of 12' (3.7 m) (Part Number 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 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 fastened to the

underside of the counter, or be connected to an 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 W' minimum I.D. drain line fittings.

If required, the air gap should be installed in accordance with the air gap installation instructions. When you are connecting

the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be needed to connect to the waste tee or disposer inlet.

Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSl/NFPA

70 - latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269 You must have:

• 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply.

• Copper wire only.

We recommend:

• A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.

• Aseparate circuit.

If connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:

Use UL Listed power supply cord kit (Part Number 4317824) marked for

use with dishwasher. Power supply cord must plug into a grounded

3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all

local codes and ordinances.

If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring:

• Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with

grounding wire that meets the wiring requirements for your home

and local codes and ordinances.

• Use a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief.

• A hotwaterlinewith20 to120 psi(138to862 kPa)water pressurecan be verifiedby a licensedplumber,

• 120°F (49°C)water atdishwasher,

• 3/8"O,D,coppertubingwithcompressionfittingorflexible braidedwatersupplyline(PartNumber 4396897RP),

NOTE; V2"minimum plastictubingisnot recommended,

• A 90°elbow with3/4"hose connectionwithrubberwasher,

• Do notsolderwithin6" (15,2cm) ofthewater inletvalve,

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit

breaker box before installing dishwasher.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

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I Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit I

breaker box before installing dishwasher. J

If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the "Install Drain Hose" section. If they do not reach far

enough, follow the instructions in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening-- New Utilities" section.

Prepare and route the electrical supply

Shut offthe water supply to the dishwasher. J

_3JDo you utility

already

have

hookups?

Yes nFollow instructions in the "Prepare Cabinet

Opening--Existing Utilities" section. NO --Follow instructions in the "Prepare Cabinet

Opening--New Utilities" section.

_- Existing utility hookups No g L ity hookups

Water line

What type of electrical

connection will you use?

Direct Wire:

Follow Opti0n B iostructi0ns

Option A, Power Supply Cord:

NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next

to the dishwasher cabinet opening.

Drill a 1V2"(3.8 cm) hole in cabinet side or rear. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section.

Woodcabinet:Sandtheholeuntilsmooth. Metalcabinet:Coverholewithgrommetincludedwithpower

supplycordkit.

Route cable from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the right front side of cabinet opening). Tape cable to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.

Option B, Direct Wire:

Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the

cable into the cabinet opening from the right-hand side.

Direct Wire m Drill

Drill a 3/4"(1.9 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section.

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Helpful Tip" Routing the water line through the left side of cabinet opening will make water connection easier.

Drill a W' (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear.

Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet (Part Number 302797 -

not provided).

Measure overall length of copper tubing or flexible braided water supply line. Attach to the hot water line using a connection configuration that is in compliance with local codes and

ordinances. The water line to the dishwasher should have a manual shutoff valve.

JAdd 90 ° elbow fitting to the

water supply line

Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet. (If you are using copper tubing, it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It

should be far enough into the cabinet opening to connect it to the dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the dishwasher.

Slowly turn water shutoff valve to "ON" position. Flush water into a shallow pan until clear to get rid of particles that could clog the

inlet valve. Turn shutoff valve to "OFF" position.

Connect the 3/8"compression fitting to the water supply line prior to installing the unit into the cabinet opening. Attach such that the

3/4"connection is facing upward as shown above. Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow fitting as far

as it will go (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto the elbow threads.

Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to elbow using s8"open ended wrench or adjustable wrench.

NOTE: Do not use Teflon ®ttape with compression fittings.

IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose, Check local codes to determine whether an air gap is required,

Copper tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing.

NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor.

If needed, drill a 1V2"(3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or side of the opening closest to the sink.

1-®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Route drain hose as shown through hole in cabinet to the front center of opening where drain connection will be made. Tape

drain hose to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.

Option A, Waste disposer - no air gap

Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer.

Connect drain hose to waste tee or waste disposer using one of the following options:

• Option A, Waste disposer- no air gap

- Option B, No waste disposer- no air gap

• Option C, Waste disposer-with air gap

- Option D, No waste disposer- with air gap

IMPORTANT: The drain hose connection of the disposer or a waste tee must be made before the drain trap and at least 20"

(50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will be installed. Helpful Tip: To reduce vibration of the hose, keep the hose away

from the floor.

2. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug.

Attach drain hose to disposer inlet with large silver drain hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze

clamp open and move into position.

Option B, No waste disposer - no air gap

Connect black end of drain hose to waste tee and cut if needed.

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

Attach black end of drain hose to waste tee with a large silver drain

hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into

position. If the drain hose was cut,

use a 1V2"to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) screw- type clamp (not provided).

Option C, Waste disposer - with air gap

Option D, No waste disposer - with air gap

trap

1. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer.

2. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug.

3. Connect black end of drain hose to air gap and cut if needed.

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

Attach drain hose to air gap with large silver drain hose clamp

(provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position. If the drain hose was cut, use a 1V2" to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp

(not provided).

Use a rubber hose (not provided) with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from air gap to disposer inlet.

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Connect black end of drain hose to air gap and cut if needed.

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

Attach drain hose to air gap with

large silver drain hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position.

If the drain hose was cut, use a 11/2" to 2" (3.8 to 5.1 cm) screw-type

clamp (not provided).

Use a rubber hose (not provided) with screw-type clamps (not

provided) to connect from waste tee to air gap.

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Moisture

barrier

Make sure the area under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the moisture barrier.

Remove the backing of the moisture barrier and apply to underside of the countertop along the front edge of the

counter.

Tip Over Hazard

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

Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

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Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners 1/4turn to unlock them. Remove panel. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel.

Using a 1/4"hex head socket, nut driver or Phillips screwdriver, remove terminal box cover. Retain for later use.

Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with a towel to

avoid scratching the door panel. Using 2 or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher door frame

and place dishwasher on its back.

Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Make sure screwheads are facing to the left when tightening conduit nut. Strain relief is provided with the power supply cord kit.

connection will you use?

NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to continue with the installation of your dishwasher.

Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to lower part of dishwasher tub. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal box. Take notice when installing or removing the dishwasher in

order to reduce the chance of damaging the power supply cord. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors

(included with power supply cord kit) rated to connect your power supply cord to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring.

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Option A, Power Supply Cord:

Electrical Shock Hazard

Electrically ground dishwasher.

Connect ground wire to green ground connector in

terminal box.

Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

Remove the green grounding screw and place through the ring terminal of the green ground wire. Reattach and tighten the green screw.

NOTE: Twist on wire connector. Gently tug on wires to be sure both are secured.

Connect wires black to black and white to white, using UL Listed/ CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors (included with power supply cord kit).

Wiring configuration

If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.kitchenaid.com under FAQ tab.

Place wires inside terminal box. Insert tabs on left side of cover. Make sure wires are tucked inside box. Close cover ensuring

wires are not pinched. Use 1/4"nut driver and previously removed screw to secure cover.

NOTE: Do not plug into outlet until instructed to do so.

Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and

the highest point on the floor). Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for wheel position and the number of turns

needed.

Tighten strain relief screws to secure cord.

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Minimum wheel Numberofturns Perforation

cutout height position on front leg on blanket

333A"(85.7cm) remove all the way up' remove

33%" (86 Cm) remove all the way up keep 34" (86,4 cm)1 10- keep

341/2"(87,6 cm)

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NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening height is less than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can be removed for additional

clearance. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 337/8'' (86 cm) high cabinet opening, but the dishwasher will be more difficult to move. (Measurements are approximate. Wheels and legs are preset at the factory for 341/2"[87.6 cm]). If the minimum cabinet

opening height is 333/4"(85.7 cm), a section in the insulation blanket can be removed by cutting along the perforation.

Install door handle

Cut insulation blanket along

Adjust wheels and legs

Handle

Setscrew

(in bottom

of handle)

Hex key

IMPORTANT: Do not scratch the front panel during this procedure.

Remove the door handle and hardware bag containing the setscrews and hex key from the cardboard box. Setscrews are

already installed in the handle. Place handle on mounting studs with the setscrews facing down. Push the door handle tightly against the door. Insert the short end of the hex key into the

setscrews. Tighten the setscrews 1/4turn past snug. Retain hex key with Installation Instructions.

Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Put wheels in the required position determined from "Dishwasher Height

Adjustment Chart."

Built-up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than the cabinet opening's floor - for example, the kitchen floor tile does not

extend into the cabinet opening - add shims as needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to 34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop.

NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to avoid movement when the dishwasher is in use.

4" (19.1 mm)

*This dimension is for 4" (10.2 cm) toe kick. If the

installation needs a higher toe kick, adjust the height of the wood panel accordingly. Not recommended for

toe kicks greater than 6" (15.2 cm). ,j

Follow steps below:

A customer supplied panel must weigh no more than 16 Ibs (7.3 kg) and must be made to specific dimensions. It is recommended that a cabinetmaker cut the customer panel

because of the precise dimensions needed. NOTES:

• The handle for the custom panel is not included. All mounting hardware supplied is for a 3/4"(19.1 mm) thick

wood panel. If a thinner wood panel or materials other than wood are used, it is the customer's responsibility to obtain the proper length screws and adjust the pilot holes accordingly.

IMPORTANT: Use a moisture-resistant sealer on both sides and all edges of the panel to avoid damage from moisture.

l_Custom panel installation

_ Dishwashers with control

pan eI on t he to p

23%" _"_qr'_. 2

(60 cm) 929/32'' (76 cm)

3/4"(19.1 mm)

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Using 2 or more people, stand the dishwasher up. NOTE: Do not install kick plate until instructed to do so.

*This dimension is for 4" (10.2 cm) toe kick. If the

installation needs a higher toe kick, adjust the height of the wood panel accordingly. Not recommended for toe kicks greater than 6" (15.2 cm).

(15.2 mm)

Install the custom hardware handle(s) on the front of the wooden panel inside dotted line.

IMPORTANT: If the handle is attached from the back of the custom panel, the screw holes should be countersunk for the

screws heads to be flush with the panel. If the handle is attached to the front of the custom panel, the screw lengths cannot exceed

the panel thickness.

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