Maytag MDB4709AWB3, MDBTT53AWW2, MDBTT53AWB2, MDBTT53AWB3, MDBH969AWW3 Installation Guide

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iNSTALLATiON iNSTRUCTiONS

UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER

PLASTIC GIANT TUBMODELS

iNSTRUCTiONS D'INSTALLATION

LAVE-VAISSELLEENCASTRE

MODELES A TRESGRANDE CUVE EN PLASTIQUE

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

Table des mati_res .............................................. 21

W10290309A

Table of Contents

Dishwasher Safety ............................................2

InstallationRequirements .....................................3

Toolsand Parts...............................................3

Location Requirements .......................................3

Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions .................... 4

Drain Requirements .......................................... 5

Water Supply Requirements .................................. 5

Electrical Requirements ...................................... 5

Installation Instructions ....................................... 6

Prepare Cabinet Opening--Existing Utilities .................... 6

Prepare Cabinet Opening--New Utilities ....................... 6

Prepare and Route Water Line ................................ 7

install Drain Hose ............................................ 8

Prepare Dishwasher ........................................ 10

Make Power Cord Electrical Connection ..................... 11

Installation Instructions (cont.)

Determine Cabinet Opening ................................. 12

install The Door Handle ..................................... 13

Choose Attachment Option ................................. 13

Move Dishwasher into Cabinet Opening ..................... 13

Connect to Water Supply .................................... 15

Connect to Drain ............................................ 16

Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection ...................... 16

Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening ...................... 18

Complete installation ....................................... 19

Check Operation ............................................ 20

if Dishwasher Does Not Operate ............................. 20

Additional Tips .............................................. 20

DISHWASHERSAFETY

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 fo:

• 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

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•

technician. The dishwasher must be installed to meet all electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances.

iNSTALLATiON REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

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

listed here.

All Installations

Tools needed:

In addition, for first=time installations

Tools needed:

CordlE with 1/2%%1'

and 11/2,1hole saw bits

_,. Flat-blade

screwar!ver

•

5 _ 1

_6 and V4 _ UL histed/CSA _ n nut drivers or _._Y" Approved twist-on U W hex sockets i__._ wire connectors* -- --

10 adjustable wrench s.,, .. ..... .4

that opens to wrench _

11/8" (2.9 cm) _ .

*Must be the proper size to connect your household wiring to 16

gauge wiring in dishwasher

Other useful items you may need:

iath t!wei

Parts supplied:

I Drainhos_ Clamps (2)_rain hose #10 x _

(! laige and I Small)I Phi!!ips-head

screws (2)Green

Make sure all these parts are included in the literature package. Parts needed:

Compr x _ Hose Fatting F0r part or kit, see local retailer or call Whirlpool

Parts: 1-800-442,9991, Part Number w10273460

Other parts you may also need:

111/2"_2,' : _ _ sidem%unti_gkiWI Maskingor_

(3&1 z5cm) _ for solid surface duct tape I

screw_type I c°unter_°ps I I

I clamps (3 maximum)18212560)!_-art IyumDer [ I

NOTE: 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.

Parts needed:

Copper tubing (%" See '_Electrical Requirements" section O.D.suggested) or i . .

flexible braided ForD,rectVV!re: ForP0wer Supply

cater su....k lin I useUL Listed/ Cord: use UL

_/f-'-__,,_"_\ strain _elief SUPPLY cord kit

(.(.(.t[.[L .)))))))} to fit Y8 (2.2 cm)marked for use

CSA Approved liste d power

ho!e W!!h d!shwasher

Location Requirements

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.

Avoid damage from freezing to dishwasher and water lines leading to dishwasher. Damage from freezing is not covered by the

wa rra nty. 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. 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. 3

*Insulationmay

becompressed. (notusedonallmodels)

Check that all surfaces

have no protrusions that would

prohibit dishwasher installation.

NOTE:Shadedareaofcabinetwallsshowwhereutility connectionsmaybeinstalled.

*MeasuredfromthelowestpointontheundersideOf

countertop.Maybereducedto33_(86cm)by removingwheelsfromdishwasher.

"_Minimum,measuredfromnarrowestpointof

opening.

Drain Requirements

Electrical Requirements

A new drain hose is supplied with your dishwasher.

If the 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.

Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate

and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/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, MA02169 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.

• a separate 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.

Use 1/2"minimum I.D. drain line fittings.

If required, the air gap should be installed in accordance with the air gap installation instructions. When connecting the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be needed to connect to the waste tee or disposer inlet.

Water Supply Requirements

A hot water line with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure can be verified by a licensed plumber.

120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher.

3/8"O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP) NOTE: 1/2"minimum plastic tubing is not recommended.

A 90 ° elbow with 3/8"NET. external pipe threads on one

end.

Do not solder within 6" ( 15.2 cm) of the water inlet valve.

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.

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.

D"_conneCt electrical power at the fuSeboxor c!rcult-q

breaker b0x bef0re insta!!!ng dishwasher.

Prepare Cabinet OpeningmExisfing Utilities

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 Cabinet OpeningmNew Utilities

Yes'FollOw instructi0ns in the "PrePare cab!net Opening_Existing utilities!! section_

NO'Follow instructions in the "Prepare Cabinet

Opening_New uti!ities'! secti0nl

_: E :isting hookups g t ity hookups

Water line

Prepare and route the electrical supply

What type of electrical

connection will you use?

Direct Wire:

, _ _ Follow Option Binstructions

Option A, Power Supply Cord:

NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the dishwasher cabinet opening.

Power Supply Cord-Drill hole

OptiSnal location

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Drill a 11/2"(3.8 cm) hole in cabinet side or rear. See product and cabinet opening dimensions.

Woodcabinet:Sandtheholeuntilsmooth.

Metalcabinet:Coverholewithgrommet(PartNumber302797) includedwithpowersupplycordkit.

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 keep cable from

moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.

OptionB,Direct Wire:

Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the cable into the cabinet opening from the right-hand side.

Drill a 3/4'(1.9 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. See product and cabinet opening dimensions.

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Prepare and Route Water Line

Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through the left side of

cabinet opening will make water connection easier.

Drill a 1/2"( 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 included)

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.

Slowlyroutewatersupplylinethroughholeincabinet.(ifusing coppertubing,itwillbendandkinkeasily,sobegentle.)It shouldbefarenoughintothecabinetopeningtoconnectitto

thedishwasherinletonthefrontleftsideofthedishwasher.

4J Flush water supply line

JAdd 90° elbow fitting to the

water supply line

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.

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

s/8"open ended wrench or adjustable wrench.

NOTE: Do not use Teflon ®t tape with compression fitti ngs.

Install Drain Hose

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

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.

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 11/2"(3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or side of the opening closest to the sink.

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 keep the drain hose from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.

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ConneCt drain hose to waste tee or waste disposer

using one Ofth e fo!!owing options:

* Option A; WaSte disp0ser _ no air gap

, Opti0n B_ No Waste disposer - no ai r gap , Option C, Waste disposer - with air gap

i 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.

Option A, Waste disposer - no air gap

Option C, Waste disposer - with air gap

Drain 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.

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

2. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug.

3. 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

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 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.

Option D, No waste disposer - with air gap

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

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

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

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

2. 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

1l&,,to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not

provided).

2. 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 1W' to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not

provided).

3. Use a rubber hose (not provided) with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to air gap.

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.

Using a 1/4"hex head socket, nut driver or Phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws attaching access panel and lower panel to

dishwasher. NOTE: Do not remove tech sheet from access panel.

Using the precut slots in the insulation, fasten the insulation over the molded hooks on the tub. Be sure to fasten the insulation down on

both sides of the tub.

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 two or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher door frame and place dishwasher on its back.

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

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

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

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.

Ground

wire

Route cord so that it does not touch dishwasher motor to lower part of dishwasher tub. Pull cord through strain relief in terminal

bow.

Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to connect your power supply cord to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring.

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

NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. 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.

If needed, see website for animated representation of this step.

Visit www.whirlpool.com under FAQ tab.

Determine Cabinet Opening

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.

Dishwasher Height Adjustment

Cabinet I Wheel Number of turns

opening height position on front leg

33% (86:0cm) Removed AII the way up

Tighten strain relief screws to secure cord.

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.

34 (8&4 cm) ! 1 . 10

34!/4'i (87:0 cm)2 I 5

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" crn].)

Adjust wheels and legs

Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Put wheels in the required position determined from "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." (To change wheel position, use a flat-blade screwdriver to pop out the wheel, then snap into the new position.)

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