Haier HDBC100AFS User manual

18” Built-In Dishwasher
Lave-Vaisselle Incorpere 18”
Lavavajillas Empotrado 18”
Installation Instructions
Instructions d’installation
Instrucciones de instalación
HDBC100AFS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DISHWASHER SAFETY........................................................................................2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS......................................................................... 4
Tools and Parts...............................................................................................................4
Location Requirements................................................................................................. 5
Product Dimensions...................................................................................................... 6
Drain Requirements.......................................................................................................7
Water Supply Requirements .........................................................................................8
Electrical Requirements ................................................................................................ 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................9
Prepare Cabinet Opening Using Existing Utility Hookups...........................................9
Install the Drain Hose ..................................................................................................10
Prepare Cabinet Opening Where There Are No Existing Utility Hookups ................12
Prepare Dishwasher.....................................................................................................15
Check Door Spring Tension.........................................................................................17
Move Dishwasher Into Cabinet Opening....................................................................17
Level the Dishwasher ..................................................................................................18
Make Electrical Connection ........................................................................................19
Connect To Water Supply............................................................................................22
Connect To Drain .........................................................................................................23
Securing Dishwasher To Countertop..........................................................................24
Complete Installation..................................................................................................25

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DISHWASHER SAFETY
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.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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,” “WARNING” or “CAUTION.”
These words mean:
An imminently hazardous situation. You
could be killed or seriously injured if you
don’t immediately follow instructions.
A potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious bodily injury.
A potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in
moderate or minor injury.
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.
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions
apply:
• Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualied or
licensed contractor, plumber, or gastter qualied or licensed by the
State of Massachusetts.
• If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
• A exible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

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WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Failure to follow these instructions 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, drain hose and lower rack.
Close dishwasher door until latched.
• 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.

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
ALL INSTALLATIONS
Tools Needed:
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Measuring tape or ruler
• 6” adjustable wrench
• Small level
• Flashlight
• Shallow pan
Parts Needed:
• 90° elbow with ” N.P.T. external
threads on one end. (The other end
must t your water supply line.)
• Plumbers tape
• 3 UL listed wire nuts
• One 1½” - 2” screw type clamp
IN ADDITION, FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS
Tools Needed:
• Electric drill with ½”, ¾”and 1½”
hole saw bits
• Small tubing center
Parts Needed:
• Copper tubing (” recommended)
• Clamp connector (strain relief) to ts
” (22.2 cm) diameter hole.
• One 1½” - 2” screw type clamp if
connecting to waste-tee
PARTS SUPPLIED:
a 2 - #8 x ” Phillips at head wood screws
b 2 - Phillips head, color matched toekick screws
Make sure these parts are included.
See separate parts list for accessories available for your dishwasher.
a
b

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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with
or contact dishwasher motors or legs.
The location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between
motors and ooring. Motors should not touch the oor.
Do not install dishwasher over carpeted ooring
Protect dishwasher and water lines leading to dishwasher against freezing. Damage
from freezing is not covered by the warranty.
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.
• Minimum of 25” (65.1 cm) in front of dishwasher to allow door to fully open.
Countertop
Dishwasher
25-5/8"
( 65.1 cm)
2" ( 5.1 cm)
clearance for door
opening min.
• An area, fully enclosed 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 at 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 shaded area shown in the
“Cutout Dimensions” section.

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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
* to front of door frame
22" (59cm)*
18" (45.7 cm)
32-1/2"
(82.5 cm) min.
35" (88.9 cm)
max
SIDE VIEW
REAR VIEW
17-1/2" (44.5 cm) min.
18" (45.7 cm) max.

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CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
6"
(15.2 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
min.
All surfaces must be free
from intrusions
34" to 35"
(86.4 cm to
88.9 cm)*
17-5/8" (44.8 cm) min.
18" (45.7 cm) max.
*Underside of countertop to oor.
Cut holes in the shaded area of the cabinet walls or oor for plumbing and electrical service.
NOTE: ADA installation, 32” (82.5) cm beneath 34” (86.4 cm) high countertops
may be accomplished by adjusting the toekick and leveling legs.
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 10 ft (3.05 m) that meets all
current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and detergent, use
”(1.58 cm) or ”(2.2 cm) inside diameter (I.D.) hose and a coupler to connect
the two hose ends. Secure the connection with two clamps
• Connect drain hose to waste T or disposer inlet above drain trap in house
plumbing and 32” (81.3 cm) minimum above the oor. 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 an air gap if the drain hose is connected to house plumbing lower than 20”
(50.8 cm) above the oor.
air gap
• Use ” minimum I.D. drain line ttings.

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• Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the dishwasher drain hose.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
• A hot water line with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure.
• 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher.
• ” outside diameter (O.D.) copper tubing with compression tting or exible
stainless steel braided ll line (” minimum plastic tubing is not recommended).
• A 90° elbow with ” N.P.T. external pipe threads on one end.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Contact a qualied electrician. Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size
are adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA No.
7-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
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.
Electrical Connection to Dishwasher
Electrical connection is on the right front of dishwasher.
• For cable direct connections the cable must be routed as shown. Cable must
extend a minimum of 24” from the rear wall.
• For power cord connections, have a qualied electrician install a 3 prong
grounding type receptacle. The power-supply receptacle for the appliance shall
be installed in a cabinet or on a wall adjacent to the under counter space in which
the appliance is to be installed.

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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.
2. Turn o water supply.
PREPARE CABINET OPENING USING EXISTING UTILITY
HOOKUPS
• Follow the steps in this section if you are installing the dishwasher in an existing
cabinet opening with utility hookups.
• If you are installing the dishwasher in a cabinet opening that does not have
hookups, follow the steps under “Prepare cabinet opening where there are no
existing utility hookups” section.
1. Check that the water line reaches to the front left of opening where the water
connection will be made.
2. Check that the direct wire reaches to the front right of opening where the
electrical connection will be made.
If the water line and the direct wire reach far enough
into the opening, proceed to the next section “Install
the drain hose.” If they do not reach far enough,
follow the steps under “Prepare cabinet opening
where there are no existing utility hookups.”
6" (15.2 cm)
water
line direct
wire

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INSTALL THE DRAIN HOSE
IMPORTANT:
• Always use a new drain hose even when installing a new replacement
dishwasher.
• To reduce the vibration of the hose, keep the hose away from the oor and the
edge of the hole where it passes through the cabinet.
1. Drill a 1” (3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or oor on the side of the
opening closest to the sink.
2. Connect drain hose to waste T or waste disposer using one of the following
methods.
• Option 1, Waste disposer - with air gap
• Option 2, No waste disposer - with air gap
• Option 3, Waste disposer - no air gap*
• Option 4, No waste disposer - no air gap*
*an air gap is recommended
Option 1, Waste disposer - with air gap:
1. Remove the disposer knockout plug. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut
ribbed section).
2. Attach drain hose to air gap with large spring-type clamp. If the drain hose was
cut, use a 1” to 2” (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*.
3. Use a rubber hose connector* with spring or screw type clamps* to connect air
gap to disposer inlet.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed.
drain
hose
large
spring-type
clamp
air gap
rubber hose
connector
disposer
inlet
drain trap
drain hose –
cut here if needed
spring or
screw-type
clamps
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.

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Option 2, No waste disposer - with air gap:
1. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut ribbed section).
2. Attach drain hose to air gap with large spring-type clamp. If the drain hose was
cut, use a 1” to 2’ (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*.
3. Use a rubber hose connector* with spring or screw type clamps* to connect air
gap to disposer inlet.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed.
drain hose –
cut here if needed
drain
hose
large
spring-type
clamp
air gap
rubber hose
connector
spring or
screw-type
clamps
waste
tee
drain trap
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
Option 3, Waste disposer - no air gap:
1. Remove the disposer knockout plug. Do not cut end of drain hose.
2. Attach drain hose to disposer inlet with large spring-type clamp.
3. Use a rubber hose connector* with spring or screw type clamps* to connect
disposer inlet.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed. It is recommended that the drain hose be
looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the counter.
drain hose
large spring-type
clamp
disposer
inlet
drain trap
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
Option 4, No waste disposer - no air gap:
1. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut ribbed section).
2. Attach drain hose to waste tee with 1” to 2” (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*.

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This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed. It is recommended that the drain hose be
looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the counter.
drain
hose
waste
tee
drain trap
screw-type clamp
drain hose –
cut here if needed
PREPARE CABINET OPENING WHERE THERE ARE NO
EXISTING UTILITY HOOKUPS
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Option 1, Direct wire method:
NOTE: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route wire into the cabinet opening
from the right side.
1. Drill a ” (1.9 cm) hole in the right-hand cabinet
side, rear or oor. Preferred and optional locations
are shown.
2. Wood cabinet: sand hole until smooth.
Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet, not
provided.
preferred
locations
optional
locations
3. Route cable from power supply through cabinet hole (cable must extend to the
right front side of cabinet opening). Tape cable to the oor 6” in front of unit.
This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher is moved into cabinet
opening.
Option 2, Power supply cord method:
IMPORTANT: A mating, three prong, ground-type wall receptacle is required in a
cabinet next to the dishwasher opening.
1. Drill a 1” (3.8 cm) hole in the cabinet rear or side. Preferred and optional
locations are shown.
2. Wood cabinet: sand hole until smooth.
Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet (Part No.302797) included with power
supply cord kit.

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preferred
locations
optional
locations
INSTALL THE WATERLINE
NOTE: Routing the water line through the left side of cabinet opening will make
water connection easier.
1. Drill a ” (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet
side, rear or oor. Preferred and optional
locations are shown.
2. Measure overall length of copper tubing
required.
3. Attach copper tubing to the water line with
a manual shuto valve.
preferred
locations optional locations
4. Slowly feed copper tubing through hole in
cabinet. Copper tubing will bend and kink
easily, so be gentle. The copper tubing
should be far enough into the cabinet
opening to connect it to the dishwasher
inlet on the front left of the dishwasher.
5. Turn water shuto valve to “ON” position.
Flush water into a shallow pan to get rid of
particles that may clog the inlet valve.
6. Turn shuto valve to “OFF” position.
copper
tubing
INSTALL THE DRAIN HOSE
IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose.
1. Drill a 1” (3.8 cm) hole in cabinet wall or oor. on the side of the opening
closest to the sink.
2. Connect drain hose to waste tee or waste disposer using one of the following
methods:
• Option 1, Waste disposer - with air gap
• Option 2, No waste disposer - with air gap
• Option 3, Waste disposer - no air gap*
• Option 4, No waste disposer - no air gap*

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Option 1, Waste disposer - with air gap:
1. Remove the disposer knockout plug. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut
ribbed section).
2. Attach drain hose to air gap with large spring-type clamp. If the drain hose was
cut, use a 1” to 2’ (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*.
3. Use a rubber hose connector* with spring or screw type clamps* to connect air
gap to disposer inlet.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed.
drain
hose
large
spring-type
clamp
air gap
rubber hose
connector
disposer
inlet
drain trap
drain hose –
cut here if needed
spring or
screw-type
clamps
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
Option 2, No waste disposer - with air gap:
1. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut ribbed section).
2. Attach drain hose to air gap with large spring-type clamp. If the drain hose was
cut, use a 1” to 2’ (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*.
3. Use a rubber hose connector* with spring or screw type clamps* to connect air
gap to disposer inlet.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed.
drain hose –
cut here if needed
drain
hose
large
spring-type
clamp
air gap
rubber hose
connector
spring or
screw-type
clamps
waste
tee
drain trap
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
Option 3, Waste disposer - no air gap:
1. Remove the disposer knockout plug. Do not cut end of drain hose.
2. Attach drain hose to disposer inlet with large spring-type clamp.

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This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed. It is recommended that the drain hose be
looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the counter.
drain hose
large spring-type
clamp
disposer
inlet
drain trap
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
Option 4, No waste disposer - no air gap:
1. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut ribbed section).
2. Attach drain hose to waste tee with 1” to 2” (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20” (50.8 cm) above the
oor where dishwasher will be installed. It is recommended that the drain hose be
looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the counter.
drain
hose
waste
tee
drain trap
screw-type clamp
drain hose –
cut here if needed
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
PREPARE DISHWASHER
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or cuts.

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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. Grasp sides of dishwasher door frame and put dishwasher on its back.
2. Remove two screws attaching toekick panel and lower panel to dishwasher using
a Phillips screwdriver.
3. Remove panels and set panels aside on a protective surface.
4. Apply thread seal tape to 90° elbow tting and connect
tting to water inlet valve.
5. Tighten elbow until snug, and be sure that it faces to the
rear.
6. Remove top screw and slide cover to the right to remove
terminal box cover.
water inlet valve
elbow
NOTE: If you are direct wiring: install a U.L. - listed/CSA- conduit, use a U.L.-
listed/CSA-certied conduit connector.
7. Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to oor where
dishwasher will be installed (you need the lowest point).

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8. Extend leveling legs out from the dishwasher base, ¼” less than opening height.
leveling leg
CHECK DOOR SPRING TENSION
With another person holding the dishwasher to prevent it from tipping, open and
close the door a few times. If the door closes too quickly or falls open under its own
weight, the door tension will need to be adjusted.
• If the door closes too quickly, decrease the spring tension by pulling the spring
adjustment pin out of its hole and reinsert it in the next lower hole toward the
bottom of the dishwasher.
• If the door falls open, increase the spring tension by pulling the spring
adjustment pin out of its hole and reinserting it in the next higher hole toward
the top of the dishwasher.
• Spring adjustment pins should be in the same holes on both the left and right
sides.
MOVE DISHWASHER INTO CABINET OPENING
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. Using two or more people, stand the dishwasher up.
2. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of the door panel.

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3. Move dishwasher close to cabinet opening. Do not push on the front of the panel
or on the console – they may dent.
4. If dishwasher has a power supply cord, insert power supply cord into hole cut into
cabinet.
If using direct wire, check that it is on the right front side of opening.
5. Check that water line is on the left side of opening and insert the drain hose
through the hole in cabinet.
6. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening so that the front
corners of the dishwasher door are ush with the cabinet doors. Do not kink
or pinch copper tubing, drain hose, power supply cord or direct wire between
dishwasher and cabinet.
NOTE: Once the dishwasher is in position, you may have to support the front of
the dishwasher by either raising, lowering or shimming the front feet.
7. Remove cardboard from under dishwasher.
NOTE: It is all right if the dishwasher ts tightly into cabinet opening. Do not
remove insulation blanket – the blanket reduces the sound travel.
LEVEL THE DISHWASHER
1. Align front of dishwasher door panel with cabinet doors. You may need to adjust
alignment to be even with your cabinets.
NOTE: Prop up one side of frame to hold dishwasher up o oor when adjusting
front legs. With some installations, it may be easier to adjust the front leg using
the 6” adjustable wrench.
2. Check that leveling legs are rmly against the door
3. Close and latch the door, and place level against the front panel. Check that
dishwasher is plumb. If needed, adjust leveling leg or add shins until dishwasher
is plumb.
4. Repeat for other side of dishwasher.