Electrolux EDW5505EPS - ICON - Dishwasher User manual

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Before You Begin
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before installing the dishwasher.
For your safety, please read and observe all safety instructions. This guide will
help you anticipate electrical, water, and drain connections and help you select the
best location for the dishwasher.
QUESTIONS?
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NOTE
Installer: Leave instructions with owner.
Owner: Read your dishwasher Use & Care Guide. It contains important safety information for
operating this appliance. It also has many suggestions for getting the best results from your
dishwasher.
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard – Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious injury and void your warranty.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before You Begin .................................................. 3
Questions ........................................................... 3
Preparing for Installation ..................................... 5
Dimensions ........................................................ 5
Materials Provided for All Installation ................. 5
Materials Needed for Installation ....................... 5
Tools Needed for Installation ............................. 5
Installation Tips .................................................. 6
Getting Started ................................................... 7
Making the Connections ...................................... 9
Locating the Connections .................................. 9
Making the Electrical Connection .................... 10
Making the Water Connection .......................... 10
Making the Drain Connections ..........................11
Installing the Dishwasher .................................. 13
Removing the Packaging ................................. 13
Installing the Leveling Legs ............................. 13
Removing the Foam Motor Support ................. 13
Removing the Access Cover ............................ 14
Installing the Elbow .......................................... 14
Leveling the Dishwasher .................................. 15
Positioning the Dishwasher for Installation ...... 15
Finding Information
Finishing the Connections ................................ 16
Finishing the Water Connection ....................... 16
Finishing the Drain Connection ........................ 16
Finishing the Electrical Connection .................. 17
Finishing the Installation ................................... 18
Positioning the Dishwasher in Cabinet ............ 18
Checking the Installation .................................. 18
Securing the Dishwasher ................................... 19
Securing to Cabinet and Countertop ............... 19
Completing the Installation ............................... 20
Installing the Toekick ........................................ 20
Adjusting Trim Plates ........................................ 21

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Preparing for Installation
BEFORE YOU START
Make sure the area selected for the installation site meets product
dimension requirements.
MATERIALS PROVIDED FOR INSTALLATION
• Mounting screws
• 3/4” UL approved strain relief
• Sound seals (select models only)
• Two mounting strips
• Toe panel seal
MATERIALS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
• 3/8” male (N.P.T.) compression or flare elbow
• Plumber’s tape
• Two appropriate sized wire nuts
• 1.25” hose clamp
TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
34”
Adjustable
to 35”
23-5/8”
23-1/2”

6Preparing for Installation
INSTALLATION TIPS
Please read all safety instructions before installing your new Electrolux
dishwasher.
• Examine the dishwasher and locate the connections. See Locating the
Connections, page 9.
• Locate the dishwasher where there is easy access to drain, water, and
electrical lines. The best location is on either side of the kitchen sink for
access to existing plumbing and ease in loading dishes. See Making the
Connections, pages 9-11.
• Electrical, water and drain connections are not the same for all age,
brands or models of dishwasher. Check the location and length of home
utilities. See Making the Connections, pages 9-11.
• A 15-20 amp, grounded 120 volt AC only electrical supply is required. See
Making the Connections, pages 9-11.
• If the dishwasher drain hose will be connected to a food disposer for the
first time, remove knock out plug covering disposer inlet. See Making the
Connections, pages 9-11.
• Kinked water and drain hoses can cause problems. See Finishing the
Connections, page 16.
• Dishwasher need to be connected to a hot water supply with enough water
pressure to ensure an adequate fill. See Making the Water Connection,
page 10.
• Each home installation differs. You will need additional parts listed above
to complete the installation. See Materials Needed for Installation, page 5.
• Flush water line prior to making the final connection to prevent clogging of
the inlet valve filter screen. See Finishing the Water Connection, page 16.
• The dishwasher will look, sound and perform best when properly leveled.
See Leveling the Dishwasher, page 15.
• Anchor the dishwasher to the countertop and adjacent cabinets. See
Securing the Dishwasher, page 19.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard – Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before
beginning installation. Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury.

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Preparing for Installation
GETTING STARTED
1. Make sure your location has the right drain, water and electrical outlets to
make connections. Do not install unit under a cooktop. Damage may occur.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard – Observe all local codes and ordinances for electrical and plumbing
connections. All electrical and plumbing work should be performed by qualified persons.
Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard – Electrical, water and drain lines must be confined to shaded areas
in Figure 1.
Electrical conductors, water and drain could be damaged.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or electrical shock.
NOTE
For proper operation and appearance of the unit, cabinet opening should have dimensions
as shown in Figure 1. If unit is to be placed in a corner, there must be at least 2 inches
between the opened door and the wall in order to open the door.
11/2”
6”
24”
6”
11/2”
71/2”
Electrical
Wiring
4”
24”
min.
18”
341/4” min.
Electrical,
water, and
drain lines
must be
confined to
shaded area.
Hot
Water
Line
3”
Figure 1
90°
90°

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2. Remove any carpet from area to provide clearance. Floor should be flat
and free from any obstructions.
NOTE
Drain, water and electrical lines should be roughed-in before going any further.
NOTE
If the dishwasher is installed at the end of a cabinet line, the dishwasher sides and back
must be fully enclosed.

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Making the Connections
LOCATING THE CONNECTIONS
1. Review dimensions in Figure 2 to locate the dishwasher’s drain, water
and electrical connections.
2. All connections must be made in the shaded
area of Figure 1, page 7.
NOTE
Do not cross drain, water and electrical lines in front of dishwasher motor or frame.
NOTE
Turn off water and disconnect power at the breaker box before starting installation.
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MAKING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
1. The dishwasher operates on a 120 Volt, 60 Hz electrical supply. Provide
a separate circuit with fuse or circuit breaker rated for at least 15 amps (20
amps if connected with a disposer), but not more than 20 amps.
2. Note the location of the electrical supply and the dishwasher’s electrical
junction box on the right hand underside of the unit. See Figure 2, page 9.
3. Cut the access hole in the shaded area shown in Figure 1, page 7.
4. Pull the electrical cable through the hole into the installation area.
MAKING THE WATER CONNECTION
1. Determine where you connect to the hot water supply. Review Figure 2,
page 9 and note the location of the water inlet valve.
2. Be sure water inlet is protected from freezing. If valve freezes and
ruptures, flooding may occur.
3. Determine the amount of tubing needed to connect the hot water supply to
the unit’s water inlet valve. Copper tubing must have a minimum of 3/8” OD.
High-pressure and high-temperature rated plastic tubing with a minimum
inner diameter of 1/4” may be used. A shut-off valve installed outside the
dishwasher cabinet is recommended. See Figure 3, page 11.
CAUTION
Property Damage – Do not use the furnished drain hose or a rubber garden hose for the
water supply line. Either of the hoses can burst. Flooding may occur and cause property
damage. Property damage resulted from actions described will void the warranty.
An existing or new, copper or stainless steel braided line, rated for dishwasher use, should
attach the dishwasher to the water supply line.

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Making the Connections
2. Cut water access hole in cabinet as shown in Figure 3.
3. Route water supply line to installation area.
MAKING THE DRAIN CONNECTION
1. Follow local codes and ordinances.
2. Review Figure 4 and Figure 5, page 12 to see the different ways to connect
dishwasher to drain system. Choose the method that best suits your need.
3.
If you connect to a sink drain, entry will need to be above the trap. A “Y”
branch tailpiece and connector kit, not included, will make this method easier
and included all needed fittings and instructions. See Figure 5, page 12.
NOTE
Incoming hot water temperature, set at the hot water heater, should be 120° F (49° C). Water
pressure should be between 20-120 psi.
CAUTION
To prevent siphoning, an air gap MUST BE USED when waste tee or disposer connection
is less than 18” above the floor to prevent siphoning. Failure to provide the proper drain
connection using an air gap or a 30” minimum high drain loop will result in improper
draining and may cause property damage or poor wash performance.
Figure 3
Through Cabinet
Entry Must be Above Trap
Sink at Left
Figure 4
Y-Branch
Tailpiece
Sink at Right
2” Drain Hose Hole

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FINISHING THE WATER CONNECTION
1. Flush the water supply line to clear any foreign material before
connecting to the dishwasher.
2. Make sure that there are no sharp bends or kinks to restrict the water
flow.
3. Insert the water line into the 90° elbow. See Figure 15.
4. Slide the ferrule against the elbow and secure with the
compression nut.
5. Turn the water on to check for leaks.
6. Feed the dishwasher cable through the small hole in the junction box.
7. Replace the access cover.
FINISHING THE DRAIN CONNECTION
The dishwasher is supplied with a 72” long drain hose.
1. If a longer drain hose is required, add up to 48” of length for a total of 10 feet.
The hose must not restrict the flow from the drain of the dishwasher to the
house’s drain system. The type of hose used should be consistent with the
type and diameter installed on the dishwasher.
2. Secure the drain hose to the air gap, water tee or disposer with clamps.
3. Make sure the drain hose is not kinked.
NOTE
If you are using an existing water line, cut 1” off the end. Always use a new ferrule and
compression nut.
NOTE
Follow all local codes and ordinances.
NOTE
When connecting the drain line to the disposer, check to be sure
that the knockout plug has been removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT
DRAIN IF THE PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
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20 Completing the Installation
INSTALLING THE TOEKICK
1. Loosen depth adjustment screws.
2. Slide bracket out to proper depth and tighten screws. See Figure 23.
3. Attach supplied toekick to brackets with provided color-matched screws.
See Figure 24.
4. Tighten screws.
Figure 23
Figure 24
Figure 23
Figure 24

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Adjusting Trim Plates
ADJUSTING STAINLESS STEEL TRIM PLATES
Your Electrolux dishwasher has been equipped with adjustable stainless steel side
trim plates. Each side can be adjusted independently to create a clean, integrated
look with your cabinets.
To adjust side trim strips:
1. Fully open the door.
2. Loosen, but do not remove, the screws holding the top and side trim plates.
3. Adjust stainless steel side trim plates to cover the opening gap.
4. Tighten the screws.
Adjust side trim to
meet cabinetry
Loosen
screws