324 Series
Built-In Dishwashers
Installation
Viking Range, LLC
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA
(662) 455-1200
For product information, call 1-888-845-4641
or visit the Viking Website at vikingrange.com
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IMPORTANT3– Please Read and FollowTable of Contents
Warnings & Important Information _____________________________________________________3
Dimensions & Cutout Dimensions _____________________________________________________6
Specifications _______________________________________________________________________7
General Information__________________________________________________________________8
Site Preparation__________________________________________________________________8
Water Supply ____________________________________________________________________8
Drain ___________________________________________________________________________8
Electrical Connections________________________________________________________________9
Hardwire Conduit Option _______________________________________________________10
Counter Balance Spring Adjustment ______________________________________________12
Installation _____________________________________________________________________13
Leveling _______________________________________________________________________14
Final Installation ________________________________________________________________15
Performance Checklist ______________________________________________________________17
Testing for Leaks ________________________________________________________________17
Final Preparation________________________________________________________________17
Service & Registration_______________________________________________________________18
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Site Preparation
It is recommended that a thorough site inspection be
conducted PRIOR to unpacking and moving this appliance.
Make sure that incoming voltage is the
same as unit rating. An electric rating
plate specifying voltage, hertz, and amps
is attached to the product. Wiring the
dishwasher with more voltage than it is
rated for may cause severe damage. To
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons, installation work and
electrical wiring must be done by qualified
technician in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards, including
fire-rated conditions.
The dishwasher door may not stay open
by itself until the door panel is installed.
Be aware of this when fastening the
dishwasher to the cabinet.
Plumbing connections must comply with
applicable sanitary, safety and plumbing
codes.
Electrical power must be turned off at
circuit breaker or fuse box before making
electrical connections. Disconnect the
electrical power supply and place a tag at
the disconnect switch indicating that you
are working on the circuit.
• Before beginning–please read these
instructions completely and carefully.
• DO NOT remove permanently affixed
labels, warnings, or rating plates from the
dishwasher. This may void warranty or
create an unsafe product.
• Please observe all national and local
codes.
• Please ensure that this product is properly
grounded.
• The installer should leave these
instructions with the consumer who should
retain for local inspector’s use and for
future reference.
• The dishwasher has a factory installed
backflow preventer. DO NOT add an
additional check valve.
• Failure to provide a 20” above floor level
(50.8 cm) high loop may result in improper
operation of the dishwasher.
• Remove pallet screws from base. Damage
could occur to dishwasher if screws are not
removed.
IMPORTANT5– Please Read and Follow
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IMPORTANT–Please Read and Follow!
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.
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.
Disconnect the electrical power supply and
place a tag at the disconnect switch
indicating that you are working on the
circuit.
Be sure electrical power is turned off at
circuit breaker or fuse box before servicing
or installing unit. DO NOT use an
extension cord for this appliance.
Improper connection of the equipment –
grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or serviceman if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded. DO NOT modify the
plug provided with the appliance; if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Plumbing connections must comply with
applicable sanitary, safety, and plumbing
codes.
The dishwasher has a factory installed
backflow preventer. DO NOT add an
additional check valve.
A GFI shall be used if required by NFPA70 (National Electric Code),
federal/state/local laws, or local
ordinances.
• The required use of a GFI is normally
related to the location of a receptacle with
respect to any significant sources of water
or moisture.
• Viking Range will NOT warranty any
problems resulting from GFI outlets which
are not installed properly or do not meet
the requirements below.
If the use of a GFI is required, it should be:
• Of the receptacle type (breaker type or
portable type NOT recommended)
• Used with permanent wiring only
(temporary or portable wiring NOT
recommended)
• On a dedicated circuit (no other
receptacles, switches or loads in the
circuit)
• Connected to a standard breaker of
appropriate size (GFI breaker of the same
size NOT recommended)
• Rated for Class A (5 mA +/- 1 mA trip
current) as per UL 943 standard
• In good condition and free from any
loose-fitting gaskets (if applicable in
outdoor situations)
• Protected from moisture (water, steam,
high humidity) as much as reasonably
possible