Whirlpool MDB6769PAS, MDB4709PAM, MDB6769PAB, MDB6769PAW, MDB4709PAW Quick Start Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

W10435039B

UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER

PLASTIC GIANT TUB MODELS

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION

LAVE-VAISSELLE SOUS COMPTOIR

MODÈLES À TRÈS GRANDE CUVE EN PLASTIQUE

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

Table des matières .......................................................... 25

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

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.

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:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

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.

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

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

DISHWASHER SAFETY

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)

Make Power Supply Cord Connection .................................................. 12

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

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

Prepare Water Supply Line..................................................................... 15

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

Connect to Water Supply ....................................................................... 18

Connect to Drain..................................................................................... 18

Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection................................................. 19

Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening ................................................ 20

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

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

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

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

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 electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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Tools and Parts

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

All Installations

Tools needed:

Parts needed:

Other parts you may also need:

NOTE: Some 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.

*Must be the proper size to connect your household wiring

to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher.

Other useful items you may need:

Parts supplied:

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

In addition, for first-time installations

Tools needed:

Parts needed:

Location Requirements

Grounded electrical supply required. Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they

can interfere with or contact dishwasher motor or legs. The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide

clearance between motor and flooring. Motor should not touch the floor.

Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to dishwasher against

freezing. Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty. A side panel kit is available from your dealer for installing your

dishwasher at the end of your cabinetry. A moisture barrier accessory (Part Number 4396277) is available

from your dealer for installing underneath the countertop.

Check location where dishwasher will be installed. The location must provide:

■ easy access to water, electricity and drain.

■ convenient access for loading and unloading dishes.

Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between the side of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet.

■ square opening for proper operation and appearance.

■ cabinet front perpendicular to floor.

■ level floor. (If floor at front of opening is not level with floor

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

Helpful Tip: Be sure to accurately measure dimensions and ensure dishwasher is level if the floor in the dishwasher opening is uneven (example: Flooring extends only partway into opening).

NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must be securely attached to the floor.

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 shaded area shown in the “Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions” section.

Drain Requirements

■ 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.

Electrical Requirements

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 02169-7471

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.

■ A separate 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.

Water Supply Requirements

■ A hot water line with 20 to 120 psi (138 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.

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

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.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Prepare Cabinet Opening—Existing

Utilities

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 Cabinet Opening—New Utilities

Prepare and route the electrical supply

Option A, Power Supply Cord:

NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next

to the dishwasher cabinet opening.

Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in cabinet side or rear. See “Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions” section.

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

supply cord kit.

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.

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 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in right-hand cabinet side or rear. See “Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions” section.

Prepare and Route Water Line

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

Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet side or rear.

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

not provided).

Measure overall length of copper tubing for the water supply line.

Attach the water supply line (copper tubing or flexible braided line) to the hot water line using a connection configuration that is in compliance with local codes and ordinances. The water supply to the dishwasher should have a manual shutoff valve located under the sink.

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.

Route water line and tape it to the floor in area shown. This will keep it from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet opening.

Install Drain Hose

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

If needed, drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or side of the opening closest to the sink.

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.

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.

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

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 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) screwtype 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.

3. Attach drain hose to disposer inlet

with large 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.

4. Attach drain hose to air gap with

large 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).

5. 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

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.

1. Connect rubber end of drain hose to

air gap and cut if needed.

NOTE: Do not cut ribbed section.

2. Attach drain hose to air gap with

large 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).

Prepare Dishwasher

3. Use a rubber hose (not provided)

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

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

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.

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

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

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

T20® screwdriver,

Make Power Supply Cord Connection

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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 and previously removed screw to secure cover.

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

T20® screwdriver

Determine Cabinet Opening

Your dishwasher has leveling legs. The following provides instructions to adjust the leveling legs to set the dishwasher to the correct height for your cabinet opening.

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” to adjust the leveling legs.

NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening height is less than 34" (86.4 cm), the rear leveling legs can be removed for additional clearance. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) high cabinet opening, but the dishwasher will be more difficult to move. (Measurements are approximate. Rear and front leveling legs are preset at the factory for 34¹⁄₂" [87.6 cm].)

Turn front and rear leveling legs to the same height. Refer to “Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart.”

Built-up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than the cabinet

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.

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.

Choose Attachment Option

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.

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.

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.

Option 2, Side Attachment

For marble, granite, or other hard surface countertops

Order Mounting Bracket Kit Part Number 8212560.

Prepare Water Supply Line

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.

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