Throughout this manual, you’ll see Warning and Caution notes. These warnings,
cautions, and the important safety instructions that follow do not cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur. It’s your responsibility to use
common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating the
dishwasher. Samsung is not liable for damages resulting from improper use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
What the icons and signs in this installation guide mean:
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Install and store the dishwasher inside, away from exposure to weather.
Do not install the dishwasher near electrical components. Keep the dishwasher away from
open fl ames.
CAUTION
Do NOT install the dishwasher on a carpet as this is a fi re hazard.
Do NOT install the dishwasher in a location where the water may freeze (where the
temperature falls below 32 ˚F (0 ˚C)). Frozen water in the hoses or pipes may damage the
dishwasher.
As with all any equipment using electricity, water and moving parts, potential hazards exist.
To safely operate this appliance, become familiar with its operation and exercise care when
using it.
The dishwasher must be properly grounded. Never connect it to an ungrounded outlet.
Prior to removal of original dishwasher and the installation of your new unit, make sure to
switch off your circuit breaker. Do not connect the dishwasher until you have completed the
installation. Connecting the power cable is the last step when installing the dishwasher.
All wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with the electrical code applicable to
the region.
death.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury or property damage.
To reduce the risk of fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
using the dishwasher, follow these basic safety precautions:
Follow directions explicitly.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
This appliance must be connected to grounded metal, a 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 appliance.
The dishwasher is very heavy. Do not attempt to move or carry a dishwasher alone. Two or
more people are needed to move a dishwasher and avoid potential injuries.
If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or
similarly qualifi ed person in order to avoid a hazard.
CAUTION
Do not touch the power cable with wet hands.
CAUTION
Do not connect another appliance to the same power outlet as the dishwasher.
CAUTION
Make sure to use a new water supply line. Old lines are susceptible to breakage because
they become hardened and may cause property damage due to a water leakage.
This dishwasher must be connected to a hot water supply between 120 ˚F (49 ˚C) ~149 ˚F
(65 ˚C).This temperature range provides the best washing results and shortest cycle time.
Temperature should not exceed 149 ˚F (65 ˚C) to prevent damage to dishes.
Ensure that the water supplied to the dishwasher does not freeze. Frozen water can
damage the hoses, valves, pump, or other components.
Certifi ed residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.
(NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers)
For a full list of safety information, please refer to the User Manual.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER
WARNING
WARNING
Tip-Over Hazard
- Do not use the dishwasher until it is correctly installed.
- Do not push down on the door when it is open.
- Do not place excessive weight on the open door.
Electric Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fi re, or electric shock:
- Electrically ground the dishwasher
- Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in the junction box.
- Do not use an extension cord.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fi re, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that
the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation.
The water supply
line, power cable and
drain hose should
go through this
space behind the
dishwasher. Then,
they run in channels
under the dishwasher
to connections in the
front.
01 PREPARING THE DISHWASHER
20 ½ ” (520 mm)
24 ½ ” (622 mm)
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
This dishwasher is designed to be enclosed
on the top and on both sides by a standard
residential kitchen cabinet unit.
The installation enclosure must be clean and free
of any obstructions.
The enclosure must be at least 24 inches wide,
24 inches deep, and 34 1/8 inches high.
For the front door of the dishwasher to be fl ush
with the leading edge of the counter top, the
counter top must be at least 25 inches deep.
Be sure that you or your installer follow these instructions closely so that the new
dishwasher works properly and that you’re not at risk of injury when washing dishes.
STEP 1 CHECKING THE PARTS AND TOOLS
Before starting on the installation, prepare all the necessary tools and parts required to install the
dishwasher. This will save installation time and simplify the installation process.
Parts required
Provided with the dishwasher. Check when you unbox the dishwasher in Step 5.
2 Installation Brackets
Kick Plate
2 Flat Head Screws
(For the installation
bracket)
2 Screws
(for the side walls)
2 Screws
(for the kick plate)
Not provided
Power cable
Hot water supply line90° Elbow(3/8”)Tube fi ttings
Hose clampAir gapRubber connector
For the hot water supply line – We strongly recommend using 3/8” minimum O.D. copper
tubing with a compression fi tting or a fl exible stainless steel braided hot water supply line.
[Warning: Do not use plastic tubing. Plastic tubing can deteriorate over time and cause a
leak inside the tube fi tting.]
You also need a 90° elbow with 3/8” N.P.T. external pipe threads on one end and a fi tting
sized to fi t your hot water supply line (copper tubing/compression fi tting or braided hose) on
the other.
For the power cable, we recommend a jacketed 12-2 cable with ground. Note that some
local codes may require the cable to have a BX style metal jacket.
If the dishwasher is a new installation, most of the installation work must be done before the
dishwasher is moved into place.
Replacement
If the dishwasher is replacing an old dishwasher, the connections for the dishwasher being replaced
must be checked for compatibility with the new dishwasher and replaced as necessary.
STEP 2 SELECTING THE BEST LOCATION FOR THE DISHWASHER
The following criteria are important to ensure the best location for the dishwasher:
- The location must have a solid fl oor that is able to support the weight of the dishwasher.
- The location must be near a sink with easy access to the water supply, drain, and electrical
outlet.
For the drain to operate properly, the dishwasher should be installed within 9.8 ft (3 m) of
the sink.
- The location must let you load your dishes into the dishwasher easily.
- The location must have suffi cient space for the dishwasher door to open easily and provide
enough space between the dishwasher and the cabinet sides (at least 0.1 in (2 mm)).
If the dishwasher is installed in a corner, ensure that the side of the dishwasher is more than
2 in. (50 mm) from the wall or cabinet to its right or left.
- The wall at the back must be free of obstructions.
If this is a new installation, follow these steps:
1. Using a 2 1/2 inch hole saw, cut a hole into the side of the cabinet that holds the sink as
shown in Figure 1 below.
2. If the base inside the sink cabinet is raised above the kitchen fl oor and is higher than the
connections on the dishwasher, make a hole in the base inside the cabinet and in the cabinet
side as shown in Figure 1-2.
Depending on where your electrical outlet is, you may need to cut a hole in the opposite
cabinet side.
<Figure 1-1><Figure 1-2>
The hole for the water supply line, drain hose and
power cables.
• The hot water supply line pressure must be between 20~120 psi (140~830 kPa).
• Adjust the water heater to deliver water between 120 ˚F (49 ˚C) ~ 149 ˚F (65 ˚C).
- The dishwasher must be connected to a hot water supply between 120 ˚F (49 ˚C) ~ 149 ˚F
(65 ˚C). This temperature range provides the best washing result and shortest cycle time.
Temperature should not exceed 149 ˚F (65 ˚C) to prevent damage to dishes.
- Ensure that the water supply valve is turned off before connecting the hot water supply line to
the dishwasher.
- Seal the hot water supply line connections using tefl on tape or sealing compound to stop any
water leakage.
- The hot water supply line must pass through the channel on the bottom of the dishwasher as
shown in Figure 2. Do not place the dishwasher on the water supply line.
- The drain hose connected to the dishwasher must be run through the hole in the side wall so
it can be connected to the drain outlet of the sink. When you install the dishwasher, ensure
there is nothing on the drain hose and be careful not to tear it during the installation process.
STEP 4 CHECK THE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND CAUTIONS
The electrical requirements for the dishwasher are as follows:
• In the United States, install in accordance with the National Electric Code/State and Municipal codes
and/or local codes.
• In Canada, install in accordance with the Canadian Electric Code C22.1-latest edition/Provincial and
Municipal codes and/or local codes.
• For cable direct connections.
- Use fl exible, armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper wire with a grounding wire that meets the
wiring requirements for your local codes and ordinances.
- Use the strain relief method provided with the wiring junction box or install a U.L.-listed/CSA-certifi ed
clamp connector to the wiring junction box. If using conduit, use a U.L.-listed/CSA-certifi ed conduit
connector.
• For power cord connections
- The power supply cord must plug into a mating three prong, grounded outlet, located in the cabinet
next to the dishwasher opening. The outlet must meet your local codes and ordinances. Use a U.L.listed/CSA-certifi ed power cord kit.
- The dishwasher must be connected to an electrical supply that provides the voltage and
amperage marked on the rating plate of the unit: 15 amps, 120 volts, 60Hz AC.
- Ensure that the circuit breaker connected to the dishwasher is off.
- The power cable must not extend more than 4 ft (1.2 m) from the side of the dishwasher.
- Check with a qualifi ed electrician or serviceman if you are unsure whether the dishwasher is
properly connected.
- Do not connect another appliance to the same power outlet as the dishwasher.
- Before connecting the power cable to the dishwasher, ensure that there are no electrical
hazards (which may result in fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury).
- The power cable must pass through the channel on the bottom of the dishwasher as shown
in Figure 3.
Unbox the dishwasher in an open area free of obstruction both around the carton and overhead. We
recommend that you retain the carton and all of the packing materials until the dishwasher is fully installed
and operational to ensure you have removed all the product’s components from the carton prior to disposal.
Unboxing
1. Position the carton right-side-up with top arrows pointing upwards.
2. Unbuckle or cut the four straps securing the carton top.
3. Lift the top of the telescoping carton clear of the carton tray and the contents, and then turn
it over and place it on the fl oor.
4. Put the straps and all of the packing materials from around the dishwasher inside the carton
top, inspecting them for any signs of damage.
5. Locate and set aside the dishwasher’s kick plate. The kick plate is attached to the piece of
packing material protecting the front of the dishwasher.
Kick plate
Front styrofoam piece
6. Lift the dishwasher from the carton tray, and then place it on the fl oor.
Put the tray into the carton top.
7. Remove the bag that protects the dishwasher during shipping.
ALWAYS LIFT THE Dishwasher TO MOVE IT. Sliding it over rough surfaces can damage the
dishwasher’s feet and sliding the feet over fi nished surfaces can, in some cases, damage
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that fi nish or the underlying surface.
8. There is also packing inside the dishwasher that you may want to leave in place until the
dishwasher is installed.
9. DO NOT, under any circumstances, remove the sound-absorbent padding that surrounds
the exterior of the tub of the dishwasher.
Inspecting
Mechanical
1. Check the plastic base assembly to ensure that it is intact
2. Check the dishwasher’s feet to ensure they are in place and can be adjusted so you can level
and secure the dishwasher.
3. Check all the visible components on the bottom of the dishwasher to ensure they are intact
and secure.
4. Check the door latch, the operation of the hinges, and confi rm the door is properly secured
to the dishwasher.
1. Check the hot water connection on the front left-side of the base of the dishwasher.
The mounting plate should be secured to the front of the base, the threads inside the
connection should be smooth and shiny, and the area should be clean and free of any
debris.
2. Check the plastic Brake and Sensor cases to ensure these assemblies are not cracked and
that all connections are secure.
3. Check the drain hose for any holes or deformities that could allow a water leak during
draining.
Electrical
1. Confi rm the junction box cover is secured to the junction box on the front right-side of the
base of the dishwasher.
2. Confi rm the electrical box was not damaged during shipping and that it is secured to the
base of the dishwasher.
Appearance
1. Confi rm there are no dents or scratches on the front of the dishwasher.
2. Check the edges of the doors for any roughness or cracking
3. Check the control panel to ensure it is clear and unscratched, and that all the control markers
are in their proper places.
Parts
1. Confi rm you have all the parts listed in Step 1 on page 6.
1. Ensure that the circuit breaker and water supply valve are turned off before proceeding with
the following steps.
Before you move or lay down the dishwasher for installation, make sure to adjust the height
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of the legs so the legs are as short as possible. This prevents the legs from breaking.
Level the dishwasher by adjusting the height of the legs after you have the dishwasher in
place.
2. Wrap Tefl on tape around the threads of the 90˚ elbow, and then attach the elbow to the
Inlet valve (Figure 4- B). Tighten until the elbow is tight and pointing towards the water hose
channel in the base of the dishwasher (about 4 o'clock). To prevent the inlet valve from being
blocked, make sure that the Tefl on tape does not enter the valve. Do not over tighten.
3. Cut the strings securing the drain hose to the back of the dishwasher. Roll-out the hose.
Make sure there are no kinks and that the hose is not bent at any extreme angles that could
constrict the fl ow of water.
4. Remove the junction box cover located at the bottom front right of the dishwasher using a
screwdriver, and then Install the strain relief (Figure 4 - C). Make sure to keep the junction box
cover you removed. It is used in Step 10, Wiring Connections.
5. If the countertop is made of wood or a material that is not damaged by drilling, attach the
two (2) Installation brackets that were supplied with the dishwasher using the supplied
screws (Figure 4 - A). They will be used in Step 8, Securing the Dishwasher.
<Figure 4>
A
02 INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER
B
C
Junction box
Strain relief
CAUTION
Do not overtighten the 90˚ elbow.
Doing so may damage the water
inlet valve and cause a water leak
STEP 7 PLACING THE DISHWASHER AND CONNECTING THE HOT
WATER SUPPLY LINE
1. Adjust the three leveling legs at the bottom of the dishwasher after measuring the height
of the cabinet opening from under the countertop to the fl oor. (See Step 7, Leveling the
Dishwasher.)
2. Locate the hot water supply line and the power cable.
3. Place the dishwasher so that the hot water supply line is in the left channel and the power
cable is in the right channel of the base of the dishwasher. Use standard duct tape or cable
ties to secure the water line and electrical cable to their adjacent channels in the base. This
can prevent the the water line and electrical cable from being squeezed when you push the
the dishwasher into place.
4. Pull the drain hose through the hole in the sink cabinet side wall. Keep it free of kinks.
5. Make sure the hot water supply line is not twisted, and then connect the hot water supply
line to the elbow joint.
6. Slide the dishwasher carefully into the installation space. If possible, gently pull any excess
lengths of water supply line, drain hose, or power cable back as you move the dishwasher.
Get a second or third person to help you do this if necessary.
Do not place the dishwasher on the water supply line, drain hose, or power cable.
CAUTION
Also, make sure they are not folded or twisted.
<Figure 6><Figure 7>
Drain hose
Hot Water Supply Line
Power cable
Inlet valve
Do not overtighten the 90˚ elbow.
Doing so may damage the water
inlet valve and cause a water leak
1. Open the door and place the level against the top of the
tub from inside and check whether the dishwasher is level.
If it is not level, rotate the leveling legs at the bottom front
of the dishwasher until the dishwasher is level.
2. Check whether the dishwasher is upright (perpendicular),
as shown in the fi gure to the right.
3. Open the door of the dishwasher and
check whether both the tub and door
clearances are correct.
If not, rotate the leveling legs at the bottom
front of the dishwasher.
If the leveling legs are rotated to the left (counter
clockwise), they are loosened and the front of the
dishwasher is raised. If they are rotated to the right
(clockwise), they are tightened and the front of the
dishwasher is lowered.
You must fi x the dishwasher to the countertop or cabinet side walls for additional stability and safety.
1. If the countertop is made of wood or the material will not be damaged by drilling, follow
the instructions in 2-1 below.
If the countertop is made of granite, marble, or any other material that can be damaged
by drilling, follow the instructions in 2-2 below.
2-1. If the installation brackets on the front of the dishwasher extend cut them down using a
nipper as shown in Figure 8 on the next page.
Put a large towel into the bottom of the dishwasher to prevent wood shavings or a
dropped screw from falling into the dishwasher.
Carefully drill screw holes into the counter top bottom by passing the drill bit through a
screw hole in each bracket, and then drilling into the counter top bottom beneath.
Make sure the hole you drill is smaller than the diameter of the screw.
Insert the provided screws into the brackets, and then tighten to secure the dishwasher to
the counter top.
2-2. Put a large towel into the bottom of the dishwasher to prevent wood shavings or a
dropped screw from falling into the dishwasher. Remove the tub spacer caps with the tip
of a screwdriver. The caps are just inside the tub near the top of the tub on both sides
(Figure 9 on the next page).
Drill a hole into the sides of the kitchen cabinet on both sides by carefully passing a drill
bit through the screw holes exposed by the removal of the spacer caps, and then drilling
into the cabinet side beneath.
Make sure the hole you drill is smaller than the diameter of the screw.
Also make sure the drill bit does not strike the sides of the spacer cap holes. Insert the
provided screws into the holes, and then tighten to secure the dishwasher to the cabinet.
Make sure the tub is not distorted by pressure from the screws.
If the tub is distorted, loosen the screws a little.
Replace the tub spacer caps.
• The screws or tub spacer cap may fall into the dishwasher while you are working
with the door open. Cover the interior of the dishwasher with a towel to prevent
any screws from falling into the dishwasher. If any foreign items such as a screw
get into the dishwasher, it may cause noise, an abnormal operation, damage, or a
malfunction.
• Use a magnetic screwdriver to help prevent screws from falling into the dishwasher.
• If a foreign item such as a screw gets into the dishwasher and you are unable to
remove it, the dishwasher needs to be disassembled. Contact a qualifi ed service
technician for this.
3. Check the size of the sink’s drain hose connector. If needed, cut the drain hose so its end
fi ts onto the sink connector (1/2 in., 3/4 in. or 1 in. - as shown in Figure 11 below). If the
end of the drain hose does not fi t onto the drain hose connector of the sink, use an adaptor
purchasable at a plumbing/hardware supply store.
4. Slide a hose clamp over the end of the drain hose. Attach the drain hose to the sink
connector, slide the hose clamp to the end of the hose, and then tighten the hose clamp.
Note : You must use a hose clamp. Failure to do so may cause water leakage.
5 . If there is no air gap, make sure to hang. the middle of the drain hose well above the sink
cabinet base to prevent backfl ow (see Figure 12 below).
Be careful when cutting off the end of the drain hose as there is a risk of injury. Clean
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around the sink’s drain connection so that it does not damage the hose. Check for any
foreign items in the drain hose and remove them.
<Figure 11>
1 in.
¾ in.
(19 mm)
½ in.
(13 mm)
If required, cut off the end
of the drain hose at one
of the dotted lines.
1. Before connecting the power cable to the dishwasher, make sure the circuit breaker is off.
2. In the junction box located at the front bottom right of the dishwasher, fi nd the three power
wires from the dishwasher including the grounding line.
3. Pass the power cable through the strain relief, and then into the junction box (Figure 13).
4. Connect the black wire of the dishwasher to the black wire of the power cable by insertng
both into a wire nut. and then rotating the wire connector as shown in Figure 14.
Connect the white wire to the white wire and the green to the green in the same manner.
5. Recheck each wire to ensure it is connected correctly and securely.
Each colored wire should be connected to the corresponding wire of the same color.
White should be connected to white, black to black, and green to green.
6. Replace the junction box cover on the dishwasher.
1. Open the door and remove all foam, paper packaging, and unnecessary parts.
2. Turn on the circuit breaker you turned off before you began the installation.
3. Open the water supply valve to supply water to the dishwasher.
4. Turn on the dishwasher, and then select and run a cycle.
Check if the power turns on correctly and if there is any water leakage while the dishwasher
is operating. If no errors occur while it is operating, turn off the dishwasher, and then go to
Step 5 below.
If an error has occurred, turn off the dishwasher, close the water supply valve, and then
refer to the user manual or contact a service center 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
Make sure to check for water leakage on both ends of the water supply line and drain hose
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connector.
5. Confi rm that the kick plate gasket is on the bottom of the kick plate. To install the kick plate,
refer to the fi gure below.
Water pressure20 ~ 120 psi (140 ~ 830 kPa)
Dimensions
(Width×Depth×Height)
Nominal inlet water temperature120 ˚F (49 ˚C)
Specifi cations are subject to change without notice for quality improvement purposes.
The actual appearance of the dishwasher may differ from the illustrations in this manual.