Whirlpool RUD0800EB User Manual

Installation Instructions

For the 18” Built-In Dishwasher and Front Color Panels

Printed in USA

154251501

Before You Begin

1 Electrical Shock Hazard

DO NOT INSTALL DISHWASHER UNTIL

YOU HAVE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

Please read this book completely before you begin. These instructions will help you anticipate water, electrical, and drain connections, and will help you select the best location for your dishwasher. Installation tips are located on page 3.

NOTE: Observe all local codes and ordinances for electrical and plumbing connections when installing your new dishwasher. All electrical and plumbing work should be performed by qualified persons.

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. ,

Plan the Installation

Locate the dishwasher where there is easy access to existing water, drain, and electrical lines. Be sure the water inlet valve will be protected from freezing temperatures. If the valve freezes, flooding may occur.

The best location for your dishwasher is on either side of the kitchen sink. This position should provide easy access to existing plumbing and will be convenient for loading items into the dishwasher once your dishwasher is installed.

Tools You Will Need

Wire Stripper or Knife

Measuring 0

Tape

Electric Drill

Keyhole Saw or l/2”, 1 l/2”, and 2” Hole Cutters

Slotted and Phillips Screwdrivers (magnetic tip preferred)

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Pipe Joint compound (for iron pipe plumbing)

3/16", '/4", %6",

Socket or Nut Driver

Teflon@ Tape (for iron pipe plumbing)

2 Pipe Wrenches (for iron pipe plumbing)

and 3/a”

Items You Will Need (Not Included)

Flaring Tool (for copper

tubing)

Tube Cutter

(for copper tubing)

2 Adjustable Wrenches (for copper tubing)

Pliers

Drain Hose Clamp - 1 l/4” Inner Diameter (ID) 90” Elbow Strain Relief Connector

Wire Nuts

Installation Tips

Read all instructions prior to installation

Water, electric, and drain connections are not the same for all age, brand, or models of dishwashers. Check and compare the location and length of your current utilities so you can plan your new installation (refeer to pages 4 and 8).

Each home installation is different and some parts may be needed to meet your individual installation needs. You will need a 3/~” National Pipe Thread “Street C’ or compatible right

angle fittings (not included) to make the final water connections to the dishwasher valve

(refer to page 9).

Clean dishes require an adequate supply of hot water. A water temperature of 140°F

(60°C) is desirable, 120°F (49°C) is minimum, 160°F (71 “C) is maximum. A minimum

water supply line of 3/8” (outside diameter) copper tubing is recommended. Reasonable water pressure is needed (15-l 20 PSI [pounds-per-square-inch]) flow rate minimum (2 gallons/minute). Refer to page 9.

A separate 15-20 amp, grounded 120V AC electrical supply is required for your new dishwasher. You may need a strain relief connector and wire nuts or suitable

connectors (not included) for connecting house wiring to the dishwasher.

If the dishwasher drain hose is connected to a garbage disposer for the first time, remember to knock out the plug in the disposer inlet. This plug is inside the inlet and you may not see the plug from the outside (refer to page 8).

The dishwasher drain hose to the house drain must have a 32” loop above the floor or a

suitable air gap must be used to prevent water from siphoning out of the dishwasher and

causing washing problems (refer to page 7).

Kinked water or drain lines can cause problems. Run lines with generous curves. Make sure lines are long enough to allow for generous curves.

Flush the water line prior to making final connections. A bunched towel over the end of the line can help prevent splashing. Let water drain into a bucket or pan. This will prevent premature clogging of the filter screen in the inlet valve.

There must be a l/4” air gap between the bottom of the motor and the floor. If the floor is carpeted, it will be necessary to cut away the carpeting underneath the motor to allow ventilation for the motor (refer to page IO.)

The dishwasher will look, sound, and work better if it is properly leveled. Take time to adjust the leveling legs so that all of them touch the floor and the dishwasher is level. Use #8 x 5/~” Phillips head screws (supplied) to anchor dishwasher to countertop (refer to pages 10 and 13).

Location and Rough-In

Electrical, drain and water supply line entrances must be confined to shaded areas to

24”

avoid interference

with components.

Figure I

Most of the installation work should be done before the dishwasher is moved into place. First, select a location as close to the sink as possible for ready access to water and drain lines. For proper operation and appearance of the dishwasher, the cabinet opening should be square and have dimensions as shown in Figure 1. If the dishwasher is to be installed in a corner, there must be sufficient clearance to open the door as shown in Figure 2. A minimum clearance of 2” is recommended.

Rough-in the water, electrical, and drain lines before proceeding with the installation. The lines should run

straight to their connections on the dishwasher. Note: Make sure that the lines do not cross in

front of the dishwasher motor or its legs.

2” Minimum 1

Dishwasher

Door

Countertop

Figure 2

Preparing for Installation

Remove the two bottom screws in the access panel/toeplate (see Figure 3).

Open the dishwasher door and remove the two

top screws.

Close the door. The access panel can now be

3. removed by pulling it forward.

Remove four screws to remove the toeplate.

If required, install a 90” elbow (not included) into

the water valve. Use Teflon@ tape to seal the

elbow into the valve fitting. Valve fitting is 3/~” National Pipe Thread.

Changing Color Panels

Select models are equipped with reversible door and access panel inserts that offer three decorative colors. To change exposed color panel, proceed as follows. ins tailing dish washer.

NOTE: Handle panels carefully to avoid injury or cuts.

1. Remove frame strip from one side of the door

2. Remove frame strip from one side of the access

3. Slide insert panels out of frame. Put color panel of

4. Be sure edges of insert panels are under frame

is best to change color panels before

panel. Loosen, but do not remove screws from

frame strip on remaining side (see Figure 4).

panel. Loosen, but do not remove screws from frame strip on remaining side (see Figure 4).

choice to outside and replace panel in frame.

strips on opposite side. Press strips tightly against panels before securing screws. Replace frame strips.

For best appearance, remove the protective film covering the frame strips after installing your dishwasher.

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