Whirlpool WDT910SSYW0, WDT910SAYH0, WDT790SLYW0, WDT790SLYB0, WDT790SLYM0 Installation Guide

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INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

UNDERCOUNTERDISHWASHER

INSTRUCTIONSD'INSTALLATION

LAVE-VAISSELLESOUSCOMPTOIR

Table of Contents .............................................................. 2

Table des matieres .......................................................... 24

W10350361A

TABLEOF CONTENTS

DISHWASHER SAFETY ............................................................................... 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................. 3

Tools and Parts ......................................................................................... 3

Location Requirements ............................................................................. 4

Drain Requirements .................................................................................. 6

Water Supply Requirements ..................................................................... 6

Electrical Requirements ............................................................................ 6

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 7

Prepare Cabinet Opening--Existing Utilities ............................................ 7

Prepare Cabinet Opening-- New Utilities ................................................. 7

Prepare and Route Water Line ................................................................. 8

Install Drain Hose ...................................................................................... 9

Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop) ................................ 11

Prepare Dishwasher ................................................................................ 11

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)

Make Power Supply Cord Connection .................................................. 13

Determine Cabinet Opening ................................................................... 14

Choose Attachment Option .................................................................... 15

Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening ........................................ 16

Connect to Water Supply ....................................................................... 19

Connect to Drain ..................................................................................... 19

Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection ................................................. 20

Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening ................................................ 21

Complete Installation .............................................................................. 22

Check Operation ..................................................................................... 23

If Dishwasher Does Not Operate ............................................................ 23

Additional Tips ........................................................................................ 23

DISHWASHERSAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

You Need to:

• Slowly open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of the dishwasher. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and

lower rack. Close dishwasher door until latched.

• Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

• Install this dishwasher as specified in these instructions.

• Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician. The dishwasher must be installed to meet all

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.

electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances.

Do not push down on open door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

Parts needed:

INSTALLATION

REQUIREMENTS

Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any

tools listed here.

All Installations Tools needed:

Pliers

Phillips screwdriver

%d' and ¼" nut drivers or hex sockets q

or ruler

Measuring tape _ Small level

10" adjustable wrench

tha! opens to _//'_

1% (2.9 cm)

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Torx T20 screwdr ver

Flat-blade screwdriver

Utility knife

UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on _ _

wire connectors* --

%" open-end wrench

%, Compr x ¾',hose fitting

FOrpart or kit; see local retailer Or call Whirlpool

Parts_ 1-800-442-9991. Part Number W10273460

Other parts you may also need:

1 BB _l *

For plastic tubs, Moisture

side mounting kit barrier tape

for solid surface

countertops

Part Number

8212560)

NOTE: Parts available for purchase in plumbing supply stores. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See "Electrical Requirements" section. It is recommended that electrical connections be made by a licensed electrical installer.

In addition, for first-time installations Toolsneeded:

*Must be the proper size to connect your household winng

to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher.

Other useful items you may need:

Bath

towel -_

Parts supplied:

Drain hose

clamps (2)

(1 large and 1 small)

Drain hose

#10 x V£' Phillips-head

screws (2)

2 - under-

° unter

ounting

brackets (top)

Blue Green

Make sure all these parts are included in the literature package.

ld 1W' hole

Parts needed:

Copper tubing (%" See ,_Electrical Requirements" section. O.D,suggested) Or For Direct Wire: For Power supply

flexible braided water supply lin e use UL L sted/ Cord', useUL

,/_,_f-_-'-_-_---_ strain relief Approved power

t{_\_._ _))));)to fit % (2,2 Cm) supply cord kit

Additional parts supplied with certain models only

I Bottom [(located in lower rack)J

Make sure all these parts are included in the literature package.

CSA Appr0ved Listed!CSA

hole marked f0r use wit h

. dishwasher

1-®TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.

@roundedelectricalsupplyrequired. Donotrundrainlines,waterlinesorelectricalwiringwherethey

caninterferewithorcontactdishwashermotororlegs. Thelocationwherethedishwasherwillbeinstalledmustprovide

clearancebetweenmotorandflooring.Motorshouldnottouch thefloor.

Donotinstalldishwasherovercarpetedflooring. Shelterdishwasherandwaterlinesleadingtodishwasheragainst

freezing.Damagefromfreezingisnotcoveredbythewarranty. Asidepanelkitisavailablefromyourdealerforinstallingyour

dishwasherattheendofyourcabinetry. Amoisturebarrieraccessory(PartNumber4396277)isavailable

fromyourdealerforinstallingunderneaththecountertop.

Checklocationwheredishwasherwillbeinstalled.Thelocation mustprovide:

• easyaccesstowater,electricityanddrain.

convenientaccessforloadingandunloadingdishes. Cornerlocationsrequirea2"(5.1cm)minimumclearance

betweenthesideofthedishwasherdoorandthewallor

cabinet.

• squareopeningforproperoperationandappearance.

• cabinetfrontperpendiculartofloor.

• levelfloor.(Ifflooratfrontofopeningisnotlevelwithfloor

atrearofopening,shimsmaybeneededtolevel dishwasher.)

HelpfulTip:Besuretoaccuratelymeasuredimensionsand ensuredishwasherislevelifthefloorinthedishwasheropeningis uneven(example:Flooringextendsonlypartwayintoopening).

NOTE:Toavoidshiftingduringdishwasheroperation,shimsmust besecurelyattachedtothefloor.

Ifdishwasherwillbeleftunusedforaperiodoftimeorina locationwhereitmaybesubjecttofreezing,haveitwinterizedby authorizedservicepersonnel.

Makesurepipes,wiresanddrainhosearewithintheshadedarea showninthe"ProductandCabinetOpeningDimensions"section.

Product and cabinet opening Dimension

Stainless steel 24%" 331/2"

tub models (63.2 cm) (85.1 cm) Plastic tub 25 V4 33 78

models (64.1 cm) (86 cm)

*Insulation may

be compressed. (not used on all models)

I A " B ' Depth Height

" " 1 " 7 "

. m

NOTE: Shaded area of cabinet walls show

where utility connections may be installed,

*Measured from the lowest point on the

underside of countertop. May be reduced to 331/2'' (85.1 cm) for stainless steel tub models or

33%" (86 cm) for plastic tub models by removing

wheels from dishwasher, /

**Minimum. measured from narrowest point of opening.

Check that all surfaces

have no protrusions that wpuld prohibit dishwasher installation.

A new drain hose is supplied with your dishwasher. If drain hose is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to

heat and detergent, and fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain connector of the dishwasher.

Make sure to connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above drain trap in house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm)

minimum above the floor. 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.

Make sure to use an air gap if the drain hose is connected to house plumbing lower than 20" (50.8 cm) above subfloor or

floor. Use 1/2"minimum I.D. drain line fittings. If required, the air gap should be installed in accordance with

the air gap installation instructions. When you are connecting the air gap, a rubber hose (not provided) will be needed to connect to the waste tee or disposer inlet.

Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA

70 - latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

You must have:

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

• Copper wire only.

We recommend:

• A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.

• Aseparate circuit.

If connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:

Use UL Listed power supply cord kit (Part Number 4317824) marked for

use with dishwasher. Power supply cord must plug into a grounded

3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all

local codes and ordinances.

If connecting dishwasher with direct wiring:

• Use flexible, armored or nonmetallic sheathed, copper wire with

grounding wire that meets the wiring requirements for your home

and local codes and ordinances.

• Use a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief.

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A hot water line with 20 to 120 psi (188 to 862 kPa) water pressure can be verified by a licensed plumber.

120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. 3/8"O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or flexible

braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP). NOTE: 1/2"minimum plastic tubing is not recommended.

A 90° elbow with 3/4"hose connection with rubber washer. Order Part Number W10273460.

Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) of the water inlet valve.

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

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.

I DisConnect electrica! D0wer atthe fuse box Qici[cuit ! breaker box bef°re !nstalling dishwasher' J

Water line

If the water line and the cable extend to the locations shown, proceed to the "Install Drain Hose" section. If they do not reach far

enough, follow the instructions in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening-- New Utilities" section.

Prepare and route the electrical supply

--" hookups? ,,

YeS _Follow instructi0nsiin the Prepare Cabinet

Opening_Existing Utilities' section:

NO _Follow instruCt!ons !n the "Prepa ie Cabi

opening_New utilities, sect!on,

_g hookups

: Power Supply Cord:

Follow Option A instructions

Option A, Power Supply Cord:

NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the dishwasher cabinet opening.

Power Supply Cord Drill

"_0_p_al location

Drill a 1V2"(3.8 cm) hole in cabinet side or rear. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section.

Woodcabinet:Sandtheholeuntilsmooth. Metalcabinet:Coverholewithgrommetincludedwithpower

supplycordkit.

Option B, Direct Wire:

Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route the

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

Drill a 3/4"(1.9 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section.

Route cable from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the right front side of cabinet opening). Tape cable to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.

Helpful Tip: Routing the water line through the side of cabinet opening will make water connection easier.

Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet (Part Number 302797 -

not provided).

Drill a Y2" (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear.

Hot Water line

Measure overall length of copper tubing or flexible braided water supply line. Attach to the hot water line using a connection

configuration that isin compliance with local codes and ordinances. The water line to the dishwasher should have a

manual shutoff valve.

JAdd 90 ° elbow fitting to the

water supply line

Slowly route water supply line through hole in cabinet. (If you are using copper tubing, it will bend and kink easily, so be gentle.) It should be far enough into the cabinet opening to connect it to the

dishwasher inlet on the front left side of the dishwasher.

Slowly turn water shutoff valve to "ON" position. Flush water into a shallow pan until clear to get rid of particles that could clog the

inlet valve. Turn shutoff valve to "OFF" position.

Connect the 3/8"compression fitting to the water supply line prior to installing the unit into the cabinet opening. Attach such that the 3/4"connection is facing upward as shown above.

Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow fitting as far as it will go (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). Slide the

nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto the elbow threads. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to elbow using 3/8"open

ended wrench or adjustable wrench. NOTE: Do not use Teflon ®ttape with compression fittings.

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IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Check local codes to determine whether an air gap is required.

Copper tubing only: Slide nut, then ferrule, about 1" (2.5 cm) onto copper tubing.

NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor.

If needed, drill a 1V2"(3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or side of the opening closest to the sink.

Route drain hose as shown through hole in cabinet to the front center of opening where drain connection will be made. Tape drain hose to the floor in area shown. This will prohibit it from

moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.

1-®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Connect drain hose to Waste tee or waste d sposer

using One of the following Options:

_Option A)waSte disposer Cno air gap

, Option B;No waste disposer _ no air gap

,Option c, waste d!sP0ser_with air gap

air gap

IMPORTANT: The drain hose connection of the disposer or a waste tee must be made before the drain trap and at least

20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will be installed.

Helpful Tip: To reduce vibration of the hose, keep the hose away from the floor.

Option A, Waste disposer - no air gap

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1. Fit rubber end of drain hose to waste tee and cut if needed.

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

2. Attach rubber end of drain hose to

waste tee with a large blue drain hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into

position. If the drain hose was cut,

use a 1V2"to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) screw- type clamp (not provided).

Option C, Waste disposer - with air gap

1. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer.

2. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug.

Attach drain hose to disposer inlet with large blue drain hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position.

Option B, No waste disposer - no air gap

1. Using a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into disposer.

2. Use needle-nose pliers to remove plug.

3. Connect rubber end of drain hose to

air gap and cut if needed.

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

Attach drain hose to air gap with

large blue drain hose clamp

(provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position.

If the drain hose was cut, use a 11/2"

to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided).

Use a rubber hose (not provided)

with screw-type clamps (not

provided) to connect from air gap to

disposer inlet.

Option D, No waste disposer - with air gap

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1. Connect rubber end of drain hose to air gap and cut if needed.

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

Attach drain hose to air gap with large blue drain hose clamp (provided). Use pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position. If the drain hose was cut, use a 1W'

to 2" (3.8 to 5.1 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided).

Use a rubber hose (not provided) with screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect from waste tee to air gap.

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.

NOTE: Insulation is provided on some models. Ifyour model does not have insulation, proceed to Step 2.

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.

Tabs

Using the precut slots in the insulation, fasten the insulation over the molded hooks on the tub. Be sure to fasten the insulation

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down on both sides of the tub.

Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until installed in cabinet opening to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not use door panel as a worktable without first covering with a towel to

avoid scratching the door panel. Using 2 or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher door frame

and place dishwasher on its back. NOTES:

• Stainless steel tub models have a plastic rail cover installed on each side of the dishwasher frame.

• If you have a stainless steel tub model, complete Step 3.

• If you have a plastic tub model, proceed to Step 4.

Remove and discard the plastic rail cover on each side of the dishwasher frame. To remove the plastic rail cover, push upward and back to unsnap it from the dishwasher frame.

Using a 1/4"hex head socket, nut driver or Torx T20 screwdriver, remove terminal box cover. Retain for later use.

Install a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. Make sure screw heads are facing to the left when tightening conduit nut. Strain relief is provided with the power supply cord kit.

connection will you use? [

Using a flat-blade screwdriver, turn the plastic fasteners 1/4turn to unlock them. Remove panel. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel.

NOTE: If using Option B, proceed to "Determine Cabinet Opening," to continue with the installation of your dishwasher.

Option A, Power Supply Cord."

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

box. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors rated to

connect your power supply cord to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring.

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.

Remove the green grounding screw and place through the ring terminal of the green ground wire. Reattach and tighten the green

screw.

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

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Connect wires black to black and white to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on wire connectors.

If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/electrical under FAQ tab.

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Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will need to

measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and the highest point on the floor). Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for wheel position and the number of turns

needed.

opening height position ..... on front leg

331/2' (85 lcm) Stainless steel Removed All th e way up

tub models

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33[/8 (86,0cm) R m V

plastic tub models e 0 ed i All the way up

Tighten strain relief screws to secure cord.

Place wires inside terminal box. Insert tabs on left side of cover. Make sure wires are tucked inside box. Close cover ensuring

wires are not pinched. Use 1/4"nut driver or Torx T20 screwdriver and previously removed screw to secure cover.

NOTE: Do not plug into outlet until instructed to do so.

34'! (86.4 cm) I 1

341/2" (87.6 cm) .... ' 3 0

NOTES:

If the minimum cabinet opening height is less than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear wheels can be removed for additional

clearance. This will allow stainless steel tub dishwashers to fit into a331/2'' (85.1 cm) high cabinet opening and plastic tub

dishwashers to fit into a 337/8'' (86 cm) high cabinet opening. If the rear wheels are removed, the dishwasher will be more

difficult to move. (Measurements are approximate. Wheels and legs are preset at the factory for 341/2'' [87.6 cm].)

• Depending upon the type of tub you have, the rear wheels are repositioned differently. Refer to the section that applies to

your tub type.

Plastic Tub Models

Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Put wheels in the required position determined from "Dishwasher Height

Adjustment Chart." To change wheel position, use a flat-blade screwdriver to pop out the wheel, then snap into the new position.

Proceed to Step 3.

Stainless Steel Tub Models

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Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install dishwasher.

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

Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Put wheels in the required position determined from "Dishwasher Height

Adjustment Chart."

Using 2 or more people, stand the dishwasher up. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be secured to the cabinet. There are two brackets found in the parts bag. Attach the

brackets using Option Number 1 if the countertop is wood, laminate or another similar surface. If your countertop is marble, granite or another hard surface, install using Option Number 2 if

you have astainless steel tub or using Option Number 3 if you have a plastic tub.

Option 1, Countertop Attachment

Remove the brackets from the package and insert into the open slots on the left and right-hand top of the dishwasher collar as

shown.

Built-up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than the cabinet opening's floor - for example, the kitchen floor tile does not extend into the cabinet opening - add shims as needed in the area shown to bring the dishwasher up to 34" (86.4 cm) below the countertop.

NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to avoid movement when the dishwasher is in use.

Using a pair of pliers, bend the tab down to secure the bracket in place. Repeat this step for the other side.

NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. This will be done later.

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