Whirlpool WDF550SAHB0, WDF550SAHS0, WDF550SAHW0, WDF518SAHW0, WDF518SAHM0 Installation Guide

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER

LAVAVAJILLAS EMPOTRADA CON TINA

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION

LAVE-VAISSELLE ENCASTRÉ

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W11160365C

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................... 3

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................... 4

Tools and Parts ......................................................................... 4

18" Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions ........................6

24" Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions ........................7

Location Requirements .............................................................8

Drain Requirements ..................................................................8

Water Supply Requirements .....................................................8

Electrical Requirements ............................................................8

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................... 9

Prepare Cabinet Opening—NewUtilities ..................................9

Moisture Barrier—Recommended for Wood Countertops .......9

Direct Wire Routing .................................................................10

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

Remove Access Panel ............................................................ 11

Connect Elbow to Valve ..........................................................11

Connect Fill Hose to Elbow ....................................................11

Power Cord Connection .........................................................12

Utility Routing Channel Location ............................................13

Choose Anchor Attachment Method ...................................... 14

Direct Wire Electrical Connection ...........................................17

Connect Water Line to House Shutoff Valve...........................18

Connect Drain Hose ...............................................................18

Complete Installation .............................................................. 20

Reinstall Access Panel ............................................................20

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

If Dishwasher Does Not Operate ............................................ 20

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

DISHWASHER SAFETY

WARNING

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.

You Need to:

■ Slowly open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear

of the dishwasher. Remove shipping materials and drainhose. Close dishwasher door until latched.

NOTE: Each dishwasher is tested at the factory and may contain some residual water in the tub as a result of the test.

■ Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

■ Install this dishwasher as specied in these instructions.

■ Installation should be performed by a qualied servicetechnician.

■ The dishwasher must be installed to meet all electrical

andplumbing national and local codes and ordinances.

Care shall be exercised when the appliance is installed orremoved, to reduce the likelihood of damage to the powercord.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with thetools listed here.

All Installations

Tools Needed:

Pliers Flat-blade screwdriver

Phillips screwdriver Utility knife

Other Useful Items You May Need:

Flashlight Shallow pan

Bath towel Masking, electrical,

or duct tape

Parts Supplied:

Provided with the dishwasher. Check when you unbox the dishwasher.

Nipper Small level

Measuring tape or ruler Hex L-wrenches

10" adjustable wrench that opens to 1

/8" (29 mm)

®†

T20® screwdriver

Torx

Kick plate

Cable tie (for drain hose)

Adjustment cap (2) ST4 x 14(2)

Moisture barrier strip

Undercounter mounting brackets (2)

(for installation bracket)

†®TORX, T15, and T20 are registred trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC.

ST3.9 x 9(2) (for installation bracket)

Make sure all parts are included in the literature package. If parts are not included, call us at our toll-free number or visit our website listed in the User Guide.

ST3.9 x 13(2) (for kick plate)

Other Parts Needed (not provided):

Household Wiring (Metallic) Strain Relief

to t 7/8" (22mm) hole (required to properly secure household wiring to the dishwasher terminal box) (Whirlpool Part Number 4396672)

NOTE: Use only UL Listed/ CSA Approved part.

Twist-On Wire Connectors NOTES:

■ Conrm proper size for

■ Use only UL Listed/CSA

TEFLON®† Tape or Sealing Compound

connecting your gauge of household wiring to the 16-gauge wiring in the dishwasher.

Approved parts.

Cordless drill 1/2", 3/4", and 11/2" hole

saw bits

Additional Parts Needed (not provided):

Copper Tubing (3/8" O.D.

suggested) or Flexible Braided WaterSupply Line Kit (Whirlpool Part Number W10278635RP). Kitincludes braided hose and 3/8" compression x 3/4"hosetting.

Hose Clamps 11/2"- 2" (38-50 mm) (3maximum)

90° elbow

Tube ttings (for copper tubing)

Call us at our toll-free number, visit our website listed in the User Guide for part numbers above, orsee local electrical/ plumbing supply retailer for equivalent.

First-Time Installations

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See the “Electrical Requirements” section. It is recommended that electrical connections be made by a licensed electrical installer.

Additional Tools Needed:

Call us at our toll-free number, visit our website listed in the User Guide for part numbers above, orsee local plumbing supply retailer for equivalent.

NOTE: If using a exible braided hose, replace inlet hose after 5years to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hoseinstallation or replacement dates on the hose for futurereference.

For Direct Wire For Power Cord

Cabinet G

For 11/2" (38 mm) hole in cabinet. (Whirlpool PartNumber302797)

NOTE: Required for metal cabine

Call us at our toll-free number, visit our website listed in the User Guide for part numbers above, orsee local electrical supply retailer for equivalent.

rommet

Power Cord Ki

Kit typically includes power cord, metallic strain relief,grommet, and twist-on wi

re connectors. (Whirlpool Part

Number 4317824)

Small tubing cutter Wire stripper

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of Chemours.

18" PRODUCT AND CABINET OPENING DIMENSIONS:

21 5/8"

(55.0 cm)

22 7/16"

(57.0 cm)

321/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

341/2"

(87.5 cm) max

21 9/16"

(54.7 cm)

Side View 18" Custom Wood Panel

17 5/8"

(44.7 cm) max

32 1/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

34 1/

(87.5 cm) max

321/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

341/2

(87.5 cm) max

Side View 18" Metal Door Panel

22 5/16"

(56.6 cm)

18"

(45.7 cm) min.

24"

(61 cm)

min.

/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

Front View

NOTE: Route the water supply line and power cable through the channels provided under the dishwasher (circled above).

Cutout Dimensions

Underside of countertop to oor

The enclosure must be at least 18" (45.7 cm) wide, 24" (61 cm) deep, and 32½" (82.5 cm) high.

For the front door of the dishwasher to be ush with the leading edge of the counter top, the counter top must be at least 24" (61 cm) deep.

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.

NOTE: ADA installation, 32½" (82.5 cm) beneath 34" (86.4 cm) high countertops may be accomplished by adjusting the toekick and leveling legs.

(56.6 cm)

24" PRODUCT AND CABINET OPENING DIMENSIONS:

21 5/8"

(55.0 cm)

22 7/16

(57.0 cm)

321/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

341/

(87.

5 cm) max

21 9/16"

(54.7 cm)

Side View 24" Custom Wood Panel

23 1/2"

(59.6 cm)

32 1/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

1/2"

(87.

5 cm) max

321/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

341/

(87.5 cm) max

Side View 24" Metal Door Panel

22 5/16"

24"

(61 cm) min.

24"

(61 cm)

min.

/2"

(82.5 cm) min.

Front View

NOTE: Route the water supply line and power cable through the channels provided under the dishwasher (circled above).

Cutout Dimensions

Underside of countertop to oor

The enclosure must be at least 24" (61 cm) wide, 24" (61 cm) deep, and

For the front door of the dishwasher to be ush with the leading edge of the counter top, the counter top must be at least 24" (61 cm) deep.

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.

NOTE: ADA installation, 32½" (82.5 cm) beneath 34" (86.4 cm) high countertops may be accomplished by adjusting the toekick and leveling legs.

32½" (82.5 cm)

high.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with or contact dishwasher motors or legs.

The dishwasher installation location must provide clearance between motors and ooring. Motors should not touch the oor.

Do not install dishwasher over carpeted ooring. Protect dishwasher and the water lines leading to dishwasher

against freezing. Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty.

Check dishwasher installation location. The location must provide:

■ Easy access to water, electricity, and drain.

■ Convenient access for loading and unloading dishes. Corner

locations require a 2" (5 cm) minimum clearance between the side of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet.

Use of air gap

Air Gap

■ Use 1/2" (1.3 cm) minimum I.D. drain line ttings.

Countertop

Dishwasher

25 5/8"

(65.1 cm)

2" (5.1 cm) min.

clearance for

door opening

■ Full enclosure on both sides, back, and top.

■ Square opening for proper operation and appearance.

■ Cabinet front perpendicular to oor.

■ Level oor. (If oor at front of opening is not level with oor

rear of opening, shims may be needed to level dishwasher.)

NOTE: To prevent shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must be securely attached to the oor.

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 area shown in the “Cutout dimensions” section.

Helpful Tip: If the oor in the dishwasher opening is uneven, (example: tile ooring only partway into opening) you will need to take special care in measuring dimensions and in leveling dishwasher.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

■ Use the new drain hose supplied with your dishwasher. If this

is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length of 9.8 ft (3 m) from the sink that meets all current AHAM/ IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and detergent.

■ Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above the

drain trap in the house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum above the oor. It is recommended that the drain hose be either looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the counter, or be connected to an air gap.

■ Use an air gap if the drain hose is connected to house

plumbing lower than 18" (45.7 cm) above the oor.

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

■ This dishwasher has a water heating feature and also requires

a connection to a hot water supply line.

■ A hot water line with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure.

■ 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher.

■ 3/8" (.95 cm) O.D. copper tubing with compression tting or

exible stainless steel braided ll line (1/2" minimum plastic tubing is not recommended).

■ A 90° elbow with 3/8" (.95 cm) N.P.T. external pipe threads

on one end.

NOTE: Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) from ll valve.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Contact a qualied electrician. Assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in

conformance with all national and local codes and ordinances.

You must have:

■ 120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amp., fused electrical supply.

■ Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.

We recommend:

■ A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.

■ A separate circuit.

If direct wiring dishwasher:

■ Use exible, armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper wire

with grounding wire that meets the wiring requirements for your home and local codes and ordinances.

If connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:

■ Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part No. 4317824) marked for use

with dishwashers. Kit contents include:

• UL listed 16 gauge 3 wire power supply

cord with 3 prong grounded plug.

• Neer C-500 7/8" (2.2 cm) strain relief.

• 3 wire connectors.

• Part No. 302797 grommet.

Follow the kit instructions for installing the power supply cord.

■ Power supply cord must plug into a mating three prong,

grounded outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all local codes and ordinances.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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.

1. Disconnect power

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher.

2. Shut off water supply

Shut off the water supply to the dishwasher.

PREPARE CABINET OPENING— NEW UTILITIES

4. Sand holes smooth

Wood

Cabinet

Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover edges of hole with grommet included with

power cord kit. See the “Tools and Parts” section part details. Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route

the cable into the cabinet opening from the right-hand side.

MOISTURE BARRIER - RECOMMENDED FOR WOOD COUNTERTOPS

Metal

Cabinet

5. Moisture barrier/wood shims

3. Drill hole locations—new construction

Optional

location

11/2"

(38 mm)

NOTE: Refer to the “Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions” section for the correct hole placement and dimensions of the shaded area.

Drill a 1½" (38 mm) drain hose hole in the side or rear of cabinet, depending on location of drain hose routing and drain hose connection location.

Drill a 1/2" (12.7 mm) water supply hose hole in the side or rear of cabinet, depending on location of water supply routing and connection location

Drill a 1½" (38 mm) electrical conduit hole in the right-hand side or rear of cabinet.

Preferred

location

1/2"

(12.7 mm)

Moisture

barrier

Make sure the area under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the moisture barrier. Remove the backing of the moisture barrier, and apply to underside of the countertop along the front edge of the counter.

DIRECT WIRE ROUTING

PREPARE DISHWASHER

6. Direct Wire—route cable

Direct wire

location

If direct wire, route the cable 4" (10.2 cm) from the right side of the cabinet to align with channel in the bottom of the dishwasher.

Tape cable to the oor in the area shown. This will help secure the cable in place when the dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening during direct wire connection.

WARNING

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.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

7. Put the dishwasher on its back

Dishwasher bottom

Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to avoid damaging oor covering.

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

Do not use the door panel as a worktable without rst covering it with a towel to avoid scratching the door panel.

REMOVE ACCESS PANEL

CONNECT ELBOW TO VALVE

8. Remove access panel

Using a 1/4" nut driver or Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws attaching access panel to dishwasher.

9. Measure cabinet opening

11. Connect elbow to ll valve

Elbow

Tighten elbow until snug, and be sure that it faces toward channel in bottom of base.

12. Fill valve location

Measure the height of cabinet opening from the underside of the countertop to the oor where dishwasher will be installed. Be sure to measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and the highest point on the oor.

10. Leveling leg adjustment

Fill valve location

CONNECT FILL HOSE TO ELBOW

13. Flexible line

Extend leveling legs out from the dishwasher base, 1/4" less than the shortest opening height measured in cabinet opening.

Turn leg counter clockwise to raise the dishwasher or clockwise to lower the diswasher.

Flexible braided line: Conrm the exible braided line is long enough.

Attach exible line to elbow then route hose out the bottom left channel under the dishwasher. Secure in channel with tape or wire ties.

POWER CORD CONNECTION

WARNING

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.

NOTE: If removing a previous dishwasher with a power cord, you will need to transfer the power cord to the new dishwasher.

14. Remove terminal box cover

Terminal

box cover

16. Power cord—route cord into

terminal box

White

Black

Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors of the proper size. See the “Tools and Parts” section for part details. Connect wires, black-to-black and white-to-white, using the twist-on wire connectors.

NOTE: Do not pre-twist stranded wire. Twist on wire connector. Gently tug on wires to be sure both are secured.

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

NOTE: A maximum of two power cord supply conductors (12 AWG largest size) plus one grounding conductor are permitted in the terminal box.

Remove the ground connector screw on the raised oor inside the box and place it through the ring terminal of the green ground wire of power cord. Reattach and tighten the ground connector screw to the raised oor of the box. Tighten strain relief screws to secure cord.

Remove the screw holding the terminal box cover. Remove the cover by sliding it up and lifting the hooks out of the slot. Keep the cover for later use.

15. Install strain relief

Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved metallic strain relief. Make sure screw heads are facing up when tightening conduit nut. Strain relief is provided with the power cord kit. See the “Tools and Parts” section for part details and ordering information.

Wiring conguration

17. Power cord—reinstall terminal box

cover and wires

Terminal

box cover

Place wires inside terminal box. Replace the cover by inserting the hooks of the terminal cover into the slots in the oor of the terminal box and sliding the cover tight against the back wall where wires come in. Make sure wires are tucked inside the box and not pinched by the cover.

NOTE: Route power cord out the bottom rear channel provided. Do not plug cord into an outlet until instructed to do so.

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