Undercounter Dishwasher
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
CABINET OPENING DIMENSIONS
CUSTOM FRONT PANEL DIMENSIONS (Framed)
MDB3601BW
MDB4621AW
MDB4629AW
Electrical: 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or
20-amp. fused electrical supply. Use copper wire
only. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and
separate circuit is recommended.
Water: A hot water line with 20 to 120 psi
(138 to 862 kPa) water pressure. Water temperature
must be 120°F (49°C) at dishwasher. Use 3⁄8" O.D.
copper tubing with compression fitting (1⁄2"
minimum plastic tubing is optional but not
recommended). Use a 90° elbow with 3⁄8" N.P.T.
external pipe threads on one end to connect to
water inlet valve. Do not solder within 6" (15 cm)
from water inlet valve.
Drain: Use the new drain hose supplied with your
dishwasher. If this is not suitable, use a new drain
hose with a maximum length of 12 feet (3.7 m)
that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test
standards, is resistant to heat and detergent, and
fits the drain connector of the dishwasher. Must
have a high drain loop 20" (50.8 cm) above the
subfloor or floor. Connect drain hose to waste tee or
disposer inlet above drain trap in house plumbing
and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum above the floor. An air
gap must be used 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.
Corner location: Requires a 2" (5.1 cm)
minimum clearance between the side of the
dishwasher door and wall or cabinet.
A side panel kit is available from your dealer for
installing your dishwasher at end of cabinet.
Grommet is required for electrical cable or power
supply cord hole cut in a metal cabinet.
Do not install dishwasher over carpeted floor.
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Ref. 8535436-D-MT
07/06/09
Cut openings in shaded area of cabinet walls or floor as specified in chart:
OPENING FOR: DIAMETER:
water line
1
⁄
2
" (1.3 cm)
drain line 1
1
⁄
2
" (3.8 cm)
direct wire
3⁄4
" (1.9 cm)
power supply cord 1
1
⁄
2
" (3.8 cm)
24" (61 cm)*
203⁄4"
(52.7 cm)
23
7
⁄
8
" (60.6 cm)
33
7
⁄
8
"
(86 cm) min.
*to front of
door frame
21⁄2"
(6.4 cm)
21⁄2"
(6.4 cm)
10"
(25.4 cm)
4" (10.2 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
5" (12.7 cm)
5" (12.7 cm)
2"
(5.1 cm)
2"
(5.1 cm)
34" (86.4 cm) min.*
6" (15.2 cm)
6" (15.2 cm)
24" (61 cm)
24" (61 cm)**
door panel
(side view)
door panel (front view)
access panel
(front view)
2231⁄32"
(58.3 cm)
All edges routed to 7⁄32" (5.6 mm) thickness.
235⁄16" (59.2 cm)
7⁄32"
(5.6 mm)
7⁄32"
(5.6 mm)
3⁄8"
(9.5 mm)
1"
(25.4 mm)
These panels fit only models with frames around the door and access panels.
1821⁄32"
(47.4 cm)
NOTE: Access panel is wider than door panel.
* Measured from the lowest point on the
underside of countertop.
** Minimum, measured from narrowest point
of opening.
top view
7⁄32" (5.6 mm) thick
access panel frame 1
⁄
4
"
(6.4 mm) min.
side view
door closed
door pivot
door opened
access panel
Cut door panel to clear access panel when
door is in open position .
Side View Back View
Custom door panel more than 7⁄32" (5.6 mm) thick:
Route top and bottom to 7⁄32" (5.6 mm) thickness.
Custom access panel more than 7⁄32" (5.6 mm) thick:
Route all four sides to 7⁄32" (5.6 mm) thickness.
Custom panels less than 7⁄32" (5.6 mm) thick: Install
spacers behind panels.
