Maytag MDB6000AWW Installation [en, fr, es]

Built-in Dishwasher

I nstallation Instructions

Please read complete instructions before you begin

Francais 7-11 and Español 12-16

Leave installation instructions and user’s guide with owner

All electric wiring and plumbing must be done

in accordance with national and local codes.

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The door has two main springs, one located on each hinge. There is a slot on the right hinge that will
allow for door adjustment with the access panel removed.

To change door spring tension, use a 1/4” hex-nut driver to either loosen or tighten the screw located
on the right door spring adjustment bracket.

CAUTION: Disconnect electrical power before you start!

All electrical wiring and grounding should be done
in accordance with national and local codes

The dishwasher is designed for
operation on an individual 120
VAC, 60 Hz grounded electrical
circuit.
Use required fuse (15 amp) or
comparable circuit breaker. Two
wire with ground service to the
dishwasher is recommended for
connections at the terminal box
and for grounding.

Electrical Requirements

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Requirements

Grounding Instructions

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WARNING

CAUTION: To prevent accidental contact with electrical connections, built-in
dishwasher models must not be connected to a power source unless the
dishwasher is completely enclosed, with front panel in place. If the back or either
side of the dishwasher is exposed, a panel must be used to complete this
enclosure. Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury.

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WARNING

CAUTION: To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, this dishwasher, as other
electrical appliances, must be adequately grounded. It is the responsibility of
the installer at the point of installation, taking into consideration local conditions
and requirements. Failure to follow this warning could result in death or
serious injury.

Plumbing Requirements

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WARNING

CAUTION: Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher
before you start! Failure to follow this warning could
result in death or serious injury.

Door Spring Adjustment

To increase spring tension: (If door falls too fast)
Tighten screw by turning clockwise.
To decrease spring tension: (If door falls too slowly)
Loosen screw by turning counterclockwise.

For heavy wood panels, an auxiliary booster spring kit
is available

Door Spring Adjustment Screw

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This appliance must be connected
to a grounded metal, permanent
wiring system: or an equipment­grounding conductor must be run
with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment­grounding terminal or lead on the
appliance.

Check local plumbing code for
approved plumbing procedures
and accessories. All plumbing
should be done in accoradance
with national and local codes

Remove access and toe panels before beginning installation.
Remove and discard base and packaging . Until dishwasher is permanently installed,
beware of opening the door as the unit may tip forward.
Adjust front and rear leg bolts to installation height.

CAUTION: With the door open, dishwasher may tip forward if it is not secured to cabinet.

TIP:Pre-measure cabinet height to that of the dishwasher. Dishwasher should be 1/4” lower than

that of the cabinet opening. It’s easier to adjust the dishwasher outside the cabinet than inside.

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Tools Necessary for Installation*

Cutting Knife
Ratchet
3/16’ , 1/4”, Sockets
Phillips Screwdriver
Standard Screwdriver
Wire Cutters
Crescent Wrench
Adjustable Pliers
Level

3/4” UL Approved Strain Relief (provided)
2 Appropriate Sized Wire Nuts
3/8” Male (N.P.T.) Compression Elbow or Flare Elbow
Thread Sealing Tape or Pipe Thread Compound
Appropriate Sized Hose Clamp
3 Wood Mounting Screws (provided)

Drain Hose Retainer (provided)

*(Not included: Tools required for
preparing the cabinet opening)

Water Hook-Up Kits Available:

(Water line, water valve fitting, Teflon™ tape, tee valve fitting)

5’ Braided Stainless SteelPart #19950153
5’ CopperPart #19950152

Available through an authorized Parts Retailer

NOTE: Make sure you have everything necessar y for

proper installation before going to step 2.

Support Accessories:

Prepare cabinet as needed. Electrical and water facilities should enter cabinet opening on the floor, or through the
back or side walls, as shown in the shaded portion of the drawing. Preferred drain outlet is shown in the lower
portion of the cabinet in drawing below. Care should be taken to route plumbing away from motor. DO NOT
make connections until dishwasher is in position. Care should be taken to make sure cabinet holes for power cord and

hoses have no sharp edges.

OPTIONAL PANELS AVAILABLE

Dishwashers come with pre-installed panels.
Optional panels available: stainless steel, trims kits
for wood panels and side panels. See your authorized
selling dealer for a complete list of products available.

Uncrating

Cabinet Preparation

dishwasher dimensions

cabinet opening

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24”

24”

8”

5”

5”

7”

3”

Preferred

Drain Area

Keep back free

of drain, water,

& electrical supply

24”

23 1/2”

27”

25”

23 3/4”

to

35 1/4”

34” 35”

Install a 90° elbow (3/8” N.P.T.) fitting into the water valve using Teflon™
tape or pipe thread compound. The opposite end of the fitting should fit
in-coming hot water supply line. Position the end of the elbow towards
the rear of the dishwasher.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT connect a sweat type fitting directly to the water
valve as the required heat will damage the water inlet valve. Do not solder
within 6” (15.2 cm) from the water valve.

TIP:Teflon™ tape wraps clockwise onto threads.

TIP:You may want to gently lay the dishwasher on it’s back to aid installation of the water valve fitting.

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Water Valve Preparation

IMPORTANT: Routing of the drain hose is most important to insure satisfactory operation. It is not
recommended to extend drain line beyond 7’ (2.1m). However, should this be necessary, it must always be
attached to a line of a larger inside diameter. An accessory drain hose extension kit (#904204) is available through
your authorized dealer. DO NOT route drain hose across the top of the tub, all bends must be gradual to prevent
kinking or collapsing of the hose.

IMPORTANT: Do not attach the drain hose to any connection smaller than 1/2” I.D.
IMPORTANT: Never cut the corrugated por tion of the drain hose. All connections

must be made to rubber portions of drain hose. If cutting of drain hose is required do
not cut past the 5/8” line.

Refer to diagram A for the following
Route the small rubber end of drain hose thru 1-1/4” diameter hole in cabinet into dishwasher opening.

Route the multi flex end of drain hose to achieve a minimum height of 32” from the finished floor and attach
to existing drain line*. The retainer clip and screw (provided), should be used to secure the drain hose, to
maintain it’s routing at a 32’ height.

Drain Hose Preparation

Diagram A

* In accordance with national

and local codes.

Multi-Flex Drain Hose

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WARNING

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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Dishwasher Opening

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Water

Valve

3/8”

Male NPT

(National Pipe Thread)

90˚

Elbow

3/8” or 1/2”

Compression

Fitting

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ater Supply

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Remove plug from pump drain port. Some water from factory quality testing may drip when plug is removed.
DO NOT remove any other drain parts.
Connect drain hose by sliding hose end over drain port until firmly seated. Position hose clamp so screw head
is on a horizontal plane and faces front of machine. Tighten securely. (Do not over tighten.)
With dishwasher in permanent position, clamp drain hose to a properly sized drain line.

TIP:If draining into the disposer, check to make sure disposal plug has been removed.

Drain Hose Attachment

Positioning & Leveling Dishwasher

Make pilot holes in the underside of counter and drive wood screws, provided in
the accessory package, through holes in the dishwasher mounting bracket. If part
of the bracket extends beyond the cabinet front, they may be trimmed with wire
cutters, provided sufficient material is left to support dishwasher mounting.

Note: Dishwasher must be secured properly to countertop to avoid tipping
when the door is open and to prevent tub from twisting.

Solid Surface Mounting:

It may be necessary to provide an additional anchoring source for mounting screws. Wood strips across the top of the
dishwasher opening can be used for solid surface or granite type counters to secure dishwasher.

TIP:Refer to countertop manufacturer for complete details on securing dishwasher to countertop.

Securing the Dishwasher

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Drain

Plug

Drain Port

Drain Hose

Hose

Clamp

With the door latched, guide dishwasher into the cabinet.
Route water line, electrical supply and drain hose to left side of motor and
above rear support bar.
Front & rear leveling legs position the dishwasher vertically & horizontally.
A combination of these adjustments are necessary to properly level the dish­washer and to insure proper fit of door and latch.

Dishwasher must be level, stable and square. Improper leveling may
result in diswasher leaking.

TIP: When installing dishwasher near a corner, allow enough room for the

door to open without interfering with any cabinets, drawers, or hardware.

TIP:Disregard the squareness of cabinet opening in relation to dishwasher.

- The tub side trim may be positioned and/or trimmed to fill gap.

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Do Not use knee to
position dishwasher.
Damage to panel may
occur.