KitchenAid KDC-38 User manual

DISHWASHER-SINK
COMBINATION
KDC-38 & KDS-38
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
MR. INSTALLER: FINAL CHECK LIST
PLACEMENT OF DISHWASHER - SINK COMBINATION
0 1. Remove corrugated motor block packing from rear of unit after dishwasher is removed from skid.
n 2. Properly positioned-level, aligned and square with cabinet opening.
n 3. Anchored securely, either to cabinet or floor.
n 4. Installation debris removed from under dishwasher.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
n 1. Separate 115 volt, 60 hertz, 1 phase branch circuit with a 15 ampere minimum protected by a
maximum of 15 ampere fuse size.
n 2. Dishwasher properly grounded.
n 3. All connections in conformance with local electrical code.
PLUMBING
0 1. Water supply at dishwasher: 20 to 120 P.S.I. pressure, temperature of 140” F.
to 160” F. and l/2” O.D. (min.) copper tube.
n 2. Drain lines at least 5/8” O.D. copper tubing or equivalent without drain air gap
and with no tight bends (kinks) or other restrictions to prevent complete draining.
0 3. Drain lines at least g/16” I.D. copper tubing or equivalent with drain air gap
and with no tight bends (kinks) or other restrictions to prevent complete draining.
n 4. Compliance with all aspects of local plumbing code.
n 5. Make sure drain hose does not touch any electrical components or terminals.
OPERATIONAL
Cl 1. All internal packing material, labels, and foam door pads removed.
Place detergent in both compartments of detergent dispenser, close cover(s) and
operate dishwasher through complete “Normal Cycle,” Note: KDC has cover over
only one of two compartments.
Check: Proper Fill-Water level approximately l-1/2” below centerline of 4 Way Hydro
Sweep hub. Complete Drain.
Detergent Dispenser-must operate automatically and completely dispense
detergent.
Dishracks, for freedom of movement and adjustment.
THANK YOU MR. INSTALLER:
1. Complete Installation Check List.
2. Leave all literature (Incl. Check List) for customer.
3. Notify dealer that electrical work and plumbing are completed.
FORDETAILED INffRUCTIONf, FOLLOWMETHODSDESCRIBEDIN THISFOLDER

IMPORTANT: Read Before Installing to Save Time, Work,
assure proper performance, and owner’s warranty protection.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage & Frequency --- 115 volts-60 hertz
Operating load ------- 13.5 amperes - KDS-38
7.9 amperes - KDC-38
Maximum Fuse Size ---- 15 amperes
CAUTION: Avoid getting white lead or lubricant
inside new joints. Hot water fill line must be flushed
of foreign matter before connection to dishwasher
fill valve. A hand shut off valve (not furnished) should
be located in an easily accessible area adjacent to the
dishwasher.
Wiring must conform to local code and/or Nat.
Electrical Code.
Plumbing must conform to local code. Use l/2” O.D. ature at dishwasher should be 140°F. to 160°F. A
(min.) copper tube for water line. Dishwasher has 5/8” I.D. drain hose is furnished for connection to an
318” I.P.S. Internal thread at valve. A 90” air gap, waste disposer or the Drain ‘7.” Drain “T” is
compression ell (furnished) should be used to furnished. Air Gap and Rinse Agent Kit accessories,
connect tubing to valve. Water flow pressure at if required, are available from your dealer or distrib-
dishwasher to be 20 PSI to 120 PSI. Water temper- utor.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Locate top of lower panel just below evaporation channel
support. Insert panel flange under evaporation channel
support ends “A” and push up to engage top of panel. Lift
up lower bottom flange of panel, place flange “B” over frqnt
face of frame and push in. Assemble lock washer “D” under
head of one screw to ground dishwasher. Fasten panel with
two screws “C” furnished. If a wood or laminate front is to
be used and these panels are not immediately available, use
back-up panel furnished with trim kit. Stainless steel trim
should be used to assemble wood or laminate when available.
Reverse procedure when removing lower panel.
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To establish a reference line for purposes of
providing plumbing and electrical connections
to the dishwasher, measure 21” from the wall.
(This is the front edge of dishwasher kick
panel. There is a 3” toe space from the front
of the kick panel to the front edge of the
dishwasher with a standard metal front
panel). For corner installation, allow 2” clear-
ance for adjacent cabinet.
SHADED AREA SHOULD BE FREE
OF ALL PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
SINK CABINET

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LOCATING bf
ore setting dishwasher in place, run CAUTION: No other outlets or
WIRING
individual 15 amp. minimum branch appliances should be placed on this
circuit with grounded electrical cable. circuit.
CONNECTING FILL LINE
DISHWASHER attaching to dishwasher
:24 114”
Locate hot and cold water lines as in Fig. 3.
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All sweat fittings for l/2” O.D. copper
tubing must be sweat into place before
SINK CABINET
to prevent excess
24”’
/ When connecting fill line to dishwasher fill valve, do NOT overtighten fitting which could damage fill
valve. Make sure line has no sharp bends (5” min. bend
radius suggested) that may produce kinks which might
restrict water flow. Connect all water fill lines making
certain that there is a hand shut off valve (A) in the hot
water supply line to the dishwasher as illustrated in Fig.
3. For servicing dishwasher, it is recommended a union
be installed between shut off valve and fill valve.
NOTE: Do Not Kink Drain Hose.
Minimum Size For All Dishwasher Drains Is 9/16” I.D.
B-5/8” 0.0. COPPER TUBING-NOT FURNISHED.
C-An adapter may be required if air gap is used (not furnished).
D-Flexible drain connection, where permitted by local plumbing codes must be g/16” I.D. minimum.
FIG. 4

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CONNECTING
Dishwasher has pump out drain.
Except during drain periods,
drain valve is closed thus pro-
tecting the dishwasher from
normal back flow from drain
line. Connect dishwasher drain to
meet local code. Do not install
DRAIN LINE
check valve in drain line. See disposer, be sure to remove the
suggested installation (Fig. 4 and knock-out (or threaded) plug in
5). Where drain air gap is re- the disposer to insure proper
quired by local code, use type drainage.
approved. Opening is provided CAUTION: Make sure drain hose
on top of sink. When connecting does not touch any electrical
dishwasher drain to a food waste components or terminals.
FIG. 5
Dotted lines indicate sink tops with and without
disposer.
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FINAL POSITIONING
FIG. 6
Remove corrugated motor block packing after dishwasher is
removed from skid. With unit in position, make sure it is level.
CAUTION: Since dishwasher is attached to sink cabinet, any
required dishwasher leveling feet adjustment, should be done with
extreme care to avoid possible misalignment of sink cabinet doors.
Starting from the center of the dishwasher-sink, adjust the front
and rear leveling feet (A, Fig. 4), then outside leveling feet.
Cabinet doors should be perpendicular with cabinet opening and
level across the top. If necessary, dishwasher leveling feet should
be readjusted to attain correct cabinet door alignment. Cabinet
leveling feet (E, Fig. 4) must be adjusted to complete final
leveling. It may be necessary to anchor dishwasher to floor using
l/4” lag bolts or screw in hole provided. If required, use molding
(furnished by installer) to cover any gap on either side of unit.

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IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY
CONNECT TO ELECTRICAL POWER AND GROUND
A-Remove junction box on dishwasher. B-Install approved connector (not
furnished). C-Connect power cable white lead to white lead and black lead
to black lead with adequate insulation or wire nuts and ground wire under
green ground screw or lug. Reinstall junction box.
When house wiring is aluminum, use U.L. approved aluminum to copper
connectors.
The dishwasher must be properly grounded before operating by connecting
the chassis ground lug terminal to a suitable ground complying with National
Electrical Code and/or local electrical code.
FIG. 7
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TESTING INSTALLATION
Remove installation debris from under dishwasher, foam door pads on each side and near top of
tank, and all internal packing material and labels. NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE DOOR BUMPER.
Turn on electrical power and water supply. Then, push door handle down to lock
Turn Action Indicator clockwise to the OFF position and press “Normal Cycle” button on
position (Custom model). On Superba model, Custom model. Press “Sam-Cycle” button on
press “Cancel-Drain” button; timer will Superba. Run dishwasher through the com-
advance to “OFF” automatically. Lift door plete cycle to make certain it is operating
handle. Wait for Timer to automatically reset
itself (necessary for initial installation test of properly. Turn off electrical power and check
for leaks. If no leaks, turn on electrical power.
Superba only).

CAUTION
For installation when the dishwasher is to be left unused in
freezing temperatures: Turn off electrical power. Shut off water
supply at the hand valve. Remove lower panel. Disconnect both
inlet and outlet lines at the DRAIN valve. This permits water to
drain from the dishwasher tank, pump and drain line. Dis-
connect both the inlet and outlet lines at the FILL valve. Make
provisions to control water drained from unit. Reinstall lower
panel. Turn on electrical power. Then, push door handle down
to lock position and push “Normal Cycle” button. Let
dishwasher run through first pre-rinse only (approximately four
minutes) to drain all water trapped in the dishwasher. Turn off
electricity. To complete installation later:
Connect drain and fill valves-both inlet and outlet.
Reinstall lower panel.
Turn on water and electrical supply. Then push
button for cycle desired.
DETAILS AND CONNECTIONS
KDC-38 & KDS-38
BASIC DIMENSIONS
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FORM 12194D (Rev. 8-78) (Supsds. F. 12194C. 4-78) PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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