PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
Undercounter Dishwasher
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
Use a UL Listed or CSA Approved strain relief.
Drain Air Gap
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Use ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) minimum I.D. drain line fittings.
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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CABINET CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
* Underside of countertop to floor
NOTES:
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Cut holes in shaded area of cabinet walls or floor for plumbing and electrical service.
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accomplished by adjusting the toekick and leveling legs.
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Electrical Requirements: 120-volt, 60- z, AC-only, 15- or
20-amp fused electrical supply. Copper wire only. A timedelay fuse or circuit breaker and separate circuit is
recommended.
f direct wiring dishwasher: Use flexible, armored, or
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nonmetallic, 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
Number 4317824) marked for use
with dishwashers. Follow the kit instructions
for installing the power supply cord.
Power supply cord must plug into a grounded
3 prong, outlet, located in the cabinet next to
the dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all
localcodes and ordinances.
Water Supply Requirements:A hot water line with 20 to
120 psi (138 to 862 kPa) water pressure. Watertemperature
must be 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. Use ³⁄₈" O.D.
copper tubing with compression fitting or flexible braided
water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP) (¹⁄₂" minimum
plastic tubing is not recommended). Use a 90° elbow with
³⁄₄" hose connection with rubber washer. Do not solder
within 6" (15.2 cm) of the water inlet valve.
Drain Requirements:
■ Use the new drain hose supplied with your dishwasher.
NOTE: If a longer drain hose is required:
■ Use a new drain hose with maximum length of
10 ft (3 m) that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO
test standards.
■ Use a new drain hose that is resistant to heat
and detergent.
■ Use a new drain hose that fits the 1" (2.5 cm)
drain connector on the dishwasher.
Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposal inlet
above drain trap in house plumbing.
Connect drain hose to house plumbing 20" (50.8 cm)
minimum above the floor.
NOTE: It is recommended that the drain hose either
be looped up and securely fastened to the underside
of the counter or be connected to an air gap.
■ Use a drain air gap if the drain hose is connected
to house plumbing lower than 18" (45.7 cm) above
the subfloor or floor.
air gap
Side View
24" (61 cm)*
16 5/8" (42.2 cm)
32¹⁄₂" to 34¹⁄₂"
(82.6 to 87.6 cm)
2 ¹⁄₂" (6.2 cm)
Rear View
23 5/9" (59.8 cm)
* To front of door frame
34" to 35"
6"
(15.2 cm)
A
4"
(10.2 cm)
24 (61 cm)
maximum
A. All surfaces free from intrusions
(86.4 cm to 88.9 cm)
24" (61 cm)
minimum
ADA installation – 32¹⁄₂" (82.5 cm) beneath 34" (86.4 cm) high countertops may be
NOTE: Do not connect drain lines from other devices
to the dishwasher drain hose.
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