KitchenAid KD-100 User manual

KitchenAid,
VALUE DISPOSERS
MODELS KWC=200B, KD-200
KD-100
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLER: FINAL CHECK LIST
GE.RlcL emove unit from carton and check for shipping damage.
0 2. Sink flange assembled in center of drain opening and tightly sealed.
0 3. Disposer level - not installed at an angle.
0 4. If a dishwasher drain is connected into the disposer, check to assure that
the inlet knockout has been removed.
PLUMBING
0 1. If installed in old house, existing drain line from sink to sewer cleaned.
0 2. Long, horizontal drain lines eliminated.
0 3. Drum traps and grease traps should not be used.
0 4. Seal at drain spout properly positioned.
0 5. Center line height of drain line must not exceed center line height of
disposer discharge opening.
0 6. M oun mg screws and spout screws properly tightened to prevent leaks.t’
0 7. Compliance with all aspects of local plumbing code.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
0 1. Properly fused, 115 volt, 60 hertz branch circuit of 15 ampere capacity.
0 2. Disposer properly grounded before operating.
0 3. All connections must comply with the National Electrical Code and/or
local electrical code.
OPERATIONAL
0 1. Before operating, check to assure grind chamber is free of any foreign
objects.
0 2. Activate disposer -test for grinding performance and water leaks.
THANK YOU INSTALLER:
1. Complete Installation Check List.
2. Leave all literature (including Check List) for customer.
3. Notify dealer that electrical work and plumbing are completed.

GENERALINSTRUCTIONS
1. In old houses it 1sgenerally wise to clean out the existing dram line from sink
to sewer before installing the disposer.
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’ The disposer can be installed in a steel. monel, stainless steel, or cast iron sink
having a smh openmg of 3-l/2” to 4” without sink alteration.
3. Standard l-l/3” O.D. or 2” O.D. drain pipe is satisfactory for drain lines. Long
horizontal drain lines should be eliminated. Drum-traps and grease traps should
not be used.
SINKFLANGEASSEMBLY
1 Remove disposer cover (1 ).
2. lnserr screwdriver under lever (10) and pry outward. Disengage hooks (11) and
(7) from support plate (5).
3. Remove existing sink drain connections and clean drain opening.
4. Disassemble items 2. 3. 4, and 5 of mounting assembly by prying snap ring (6)
from groove in sink flange (7).
5. Fil the sink tlange seal (14) to the sink flange (1). Insert sink flange into drain
opening. Be sure the sink flange is located in the center of the drain opening to
assure a water-tight seal. NOTE: The rubber sink flange seal should always be
used where possible. In rare instances where the contour or thickness of the sink
opening does not permit use of the seal. a permanently pliable sealing compound
may be used.
THE SINK FLANGE MUST BE LEVEL BEFORE MOUNTING DISPOSER.
6. Assemble the second sink flange seal (3), pressure washer (4) and support plate
(5) onto the sink flange and lock in place with snap ring (6). Tighten the three
,jack screws (13) EVENLY against pressure washer (4) to secure the mounting
assembly to the sink.
DISHWASHERCONNECTION(IF APPLICABLE)
Connecting the discharge of a dishwasher to a disposer will assure all waste
particles discharged by the dishwasher are properly sized and flushed through to the
main drain system. A dishwasher drain inlet that will accept a 3/4” I.D. hose fitting
is provided in the side of the upper housing grinding chamber for connection of the
dishwasher discharge,
1. Use a small cold chisel or punch to cut out the back wall knockout of the dish-
washer inlet boss of the disposer.
2. Turn the disposer upside down to remove any pieces or chips from the grinding
chamber.
3. KD-100, KD-200. & KWC-2OOB MODELS - Where plumbing codes require, a
3/4” galvanized pipe fitting may be substituted for the plastic fitting (13)
provided. Whel-e plumbing codes permit, use a rubber hose sleeve connection to
prevent transmission of normal operating noise.
NOTE: .A11connections must be in accordance ivith local plumbing codes,

DISPOSER INSTALLATION /
1. Be sure the isolating splash guard (8) is in place. Lift disposer and engage hooh
(7) onto support plate (4), then engage hook (11) onto support plate (4). Turn
disposer to align with drain trap. Snap lever (10) downward to lock.
2. Connect the drain trap to the spout (9). If necessary. pry lever (10) outward
and turn disposer for better alignment.
3. Connect the dishwasher drain hose to the disposer inlet (13) with a hose clamp
(where applicable).
4. Check to assure that the grinding chamber is clean of any foreign objects and tire
flywheel is free to rotate, Place the cover in position and fill the sink at least
three inches deep. Remove the cover and, as the water drains. chech all con
nections for leaks
TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS Height
of drain must not exceed height of
disposer discharge opening.
Typical “P” Trap Connection
Connection With Straight-Away Drain Spout

WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AT THE FUSE/
CIRCUIT BREAKER BOX BEFORE MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.
Follow the National Electrical Code and/or your local electrical code in all details.
In older houses with limited circuits, or if it appears the circuit is heavily loaded,
run a line directly to the main fuse box.
1. Remove the electrical access cover on the bearing bracket assembly.
1,. Install standard strain relief connector (not furnished) into threaded opening in
bearing bracket assembly.
3. Install the control switch where it is easily accessible for the owner. Recom-
mended: On-Off switch suitable for operation of l/2 HP. motor. (Switch not
furnished).
4. Run flexible conduit. or equivalent, from the control switch to the disposer
motor leads located in the bearing bracket assembly. Connect unit to ground
(See illustration and grounding instructions below).
5. Press wires into the electrical access compartment and replace cover.
6. Run flexible conduit, or equivalent, from the control switch to the electrical
power supply. Insulate all connections.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (Cord - Connected Units)
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk
of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment
gloundmg conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can re-
sult in a risk of electric shock, Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if
you are in doubt as to whether the applicance is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
(Permanent - Connected Units)
This appliance niust be coniie~red to 3
~~roundcd. metal. permanent wiring s
2
tern: or an equipment-groundiI1~ WE MA.-AL,‘W~~ATLT
du;tor must be rur with the circuit PhS!Ti TT”LPUS,<TO,,’
COI~~~C~~~IS and connected to rhe equip-
ment-Frounding terminal or lead on Lile
appliance.
KITCHENAID DIVISION \HOBART/
TROY, OHIO 45374
FORM 14609A (1 l-83) PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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