Whirlpool DU018DWTQ0 User manual

Installation instructions
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Table of Contents ............................................................................. 2
Table des matieres ......................................................................... 15
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Table of Contents
Dishwasher Safety ................................. 2
Installation Requirements ........................... 3
Tools and parts ................................. 3
Location Requirements .......................... 3
Drain Requirements ............................. 5
Water Supply Requirements ...................... 5
Electrical Requirements .......................... 5
Installation Instructions ............................. 6
Prepare cabinet opening
using existing utility hookups ..................... 6
Prepare cabinet opening
where there are no existing utility hookups .......... 7
Prepare dishwasher ............................. 9
Make electrical connection ....................... 11
Connect to water supply ........................ 12
Connect to drain ............................... 13
Secure dishwasher in cabinet opening ............. 13
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.
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" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
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.
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so 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.
o Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Install this dishwasher as specified in these instructions.
Installation should be performed by a qualified service
technician.The dishwasher must be installed to meet all
electrical and plumbing national and local codes and
ordinances.

Installation Requirements
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting
installation.
All installations
Tools needed:
o Phillips screwdriver
Flat - blade screwdriver
5/16" and 1/4" nut drivers
o measuring tape or ruler
6" adjustable wrench
small level
flashlight
shallow pan
Parts needed:
90° elbow with 3/8" N.RT.
external threads on one
end. (The other end must
fit your water supply line.)
thread seal tape
3 UL listed wire nuts
One 1-1/2" - 2" screw type
clamp
Tools needed:
electric drill with 1/2", 3/4"
and 1-1/2" hole saw bits
small tubing cutter
In addition, for new installations
Parts needed:
*copper tubing (3/8"
recommended)
*clamp connector to fit a
7/8" (22.2cm) diameter
hole
oOne 1-1/2" - 2" screw type
clamp if connecting to
waste-tee
Parts supplied
A. 2 -# 8 x 5/8" Phillips flat head wood screws
B. 4 - Phillips head, color matched toekick screws
A B
Make sure these parts are included.
See separate parts list for accessories available for your
dishwasher.
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 flooring. Motors
should not touch the floor.
Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring.
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:
oeasy 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.
there must be a minimum of 25-5/8" (65.1 cm) in front of
dishwasher to allow door to open fully.
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_ 25-5/8"
( 65.1 cm)
osquare opening for proper operation and appearance.
cabinet front perpendicular to floor.
level floor. (If floor at front of opening is not level with
floor 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 floor.
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.
HelpfulTip: If the floor in the dishwasher opening is
uneven (example: tile flooring only partway into
opening) you will need to take special care in
measuring dimensions and in leveling dishwasher.

Product dimensions
21 1/4" (54cm)*
32-1/2"
(82.5 cm) rain.
35" (88.9 cm)
max
u
* to front of door frame SIDE VIEW
17-1/2" (44.5 cm) min.
18" 45.7 cm max.
I"1 m
b
REARVIEW
Cutout dimensions
4 u
(10.2 cm)
All surfaces must be free
from intrusions
24"
(61 cm)
min.
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 floor.
Cut holes in shaded area of cabinet walls or floor for plumbing and electrical
service.
Note: ADA installation, 32-1/2" (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 feet (3.05 m) that meets all current
AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and
detergent, use 5/8"(1.58cm) or 7/8"(2.2cm) inside
diameter hose and a coupler to connect the two hose
ends. Secure the connection with two clamps
, Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above
drain trap in house plumbing and 32" (81.3 cm) minimum
above the floor. 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 18" (45.7 cm) above floor.
air gap
, Use 1/2" minimum I.D. drain line fittings.
, 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.
,3/8" O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or
flexible stainless steel braided fill line (1/2" minimum
plastic tubing is not recommended).
, A 90° elbow with 3/8" N.RT. external pipe threads on
one end.
Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) from water inlet valve.
Electrical Requirements
Contact a qualified electrician.
Assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with all national and local codes and
ordinances.
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 flexible, armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper
wire with grounding wire that meets the wiring
requirements for your home and local codes and
ordinances.
, Use strain relief method provided with house wiring
junction box or install a U.h-listed/CSA-certified clamp
connector to the house wiring junction box. If using
conduit, use a U.h-listed/CSA-certified conduit connector.
if connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:
, Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part No. 4317824) marked for
use with dishwashers. Kit contents include:
- Volex, Inc., UL listed 16 gauge 3 wire power supply
cord with 3 prong grounded plug.
- Neer C-500 7/8 inch strain relief.
- 3 wire connectors.
- Part No. 302797 grommet
Follow the kit instructions for installing the power
supply cord.
, Power supply cord must plug into a mating three prong,
grounded outlet, located in the cabinet next to the
dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all local codes and
ordinances.

Installation Instructions
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 off water supply.
Prepare cabinet opening using
existing utility hookups
o 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."
Install the drain hose
iMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose even when
installing a new replacement dishwasher.
1. Drill a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in cabinet wall or
floor on the side of the opening closest to the sink.
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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*
*an air gap is recommended
Helpful Tip: To reduce the vibration of the hose, keep
the hose away from the floor and the edge of the hole
where it passes through the cabinet.
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 1-1/2" 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 floor where dishwasher
will be installed.
drain hose -
cut here if needed rubber hose
connector gap
spring-type
clamp
hose
drain trap
4, Insert drain hose
through hole cut in
cabinet to the front
center of opening where
drain connection will be
made.
* Parts available from local plumbing
supply stores
drain hose

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 1-1/2" 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 waste tee.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at
least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where dishwasher
will be installed.
drain hose-
cut here if needed
rubber hose
connector gap
large
spring-type
drain
drain trap _-. hose
4. Insert drain hose
through hole cut in
cabinet to the front
center of opening
where drain
connection will be
made. drain hose
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.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at
least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where dishwasher
will be installed. It is recommended that the drain hose
be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of
the counter.
large spring-type
clamp hose
3. Insert drain hose
through hole cut in
cabinet to the front
center of opening
where drain
connection will be
made. drain hose
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 1-1/2" 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 floor 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 -
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3. Insert drain hose
through hole cut in
cabinet to the front
center of opening
where drain connection
will be made.
2 Parts available from local
plumbing supply stores drain hose
Prepare cabinet opening where there
are no existing utility hookups
Electrical connection
Option 1,
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Direct wire method:
HelpfulTip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you
route wire into the cabinet opening from the right side.
Drill a 3/4" (1.9 cm) optional preferred
hole in right-hand locations locations
cabinet side, rear or
floor. Preferred and
optional locations are
shown.
Wood cabinet: Sand
hole until smooth.
Metal cabinet: Cover
hole with grommet, not provided.
Run wire into house wiring junction box.
Install a UL listed/CSA certified clamp connector (strain
relief) for flexible-type wire. If installing conduit, attach
a UL listed/CSA certified conduit connector to the
junction box.
Run other end of wire
through cabinet hole.
Cable must extend to the
right front of cabinet
opening.

Option2, Power supply cord method:
NOTE: A mating, three prong, ground-type wall receptacle
is required in a cabinet next to the dishwasher opening.
1. Drill a 1-1/2"
(3.8 cm) hole in
the cabinet rear
or side. Preferred
and optional
locations are
shown.
2. Wood cabinet:
Sand hole until
smooth.
optional preferred
locations locations
Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet (Part
No. 302797) included with power supply cord kit.
Install the water line
HelpfulTip: Routing the water line through the left side
of cabinet opening will make water connection easier.
1. Drill a minimum 1/2" (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet side,
rear or floor. Preferred and optional locations are
shown.
2. Measure overall length of copper tubing required.
preferred optional
locations locations
3,
4,
5,
6,
Attach copper tubing copper
to the water line with a tubing
manual shutoff valve.
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 dishwasher inlet on the front left of the
dishwasher.
Turn water shutoff valve to "ON" position. Flush water
into a shallow pan to get rid of particles that may clog
the inlet valve.
Turn shutoff valve to "OFF" position.
Install the drain hose
IMPORTANT." Always use a new drain hose.
1. Drill a 1-1/2" (3.8 cm)
diameter hole in
cabinet wall or floor 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*
_an air gap is recommended
Nelpful Tip: To reduce the vibration of the hose, keep
the hose away from the floor and the edge of the hole
where it passes through the cabinet.
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 1-1/2" 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 floor where dishwasher
will be installed.
drain hose -
cut here if needed rubber hose
connector gap
spring-type
clamp
hose
drain trap
4, Insert drain hose through
hole cut in cabinet to the
front center of opening
where drain connection
will be made.
.2Parts available from local plumbing
supply stores

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 1-1/2" 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 waste tee.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at
least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where dishwasher
will be installed.
drain hose-
cut here if needed
rubber hose
connector gap
large
spring-type
drain
drain trap _ hose
4. Insert drain hose
through hole cut in
cabinet to the front
center of opening
where drain
connection will be
made. drain hose
* Parts available from local plumbing supply stores
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.
This connection must be before the drain trap and at
least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where dishwasher
will be installed. It is recommended that the drain hose
be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of
the counter.
large spring-type
clamp
_ain hose
3. Insert drain hose
through hole cut in
cabinet to the front
center of opening
where drain
connection will be
made. drain hose
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 1-1/2" 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 floor 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 -
____ cut here if needed
3. Insert drain hose
through hole cut in
cabinet to the front
center of opening
where drain connection
will be made.
2 Parts available from local
plumbing supply stores drain hose
Prepare dishwasher
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
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. Removefourscrewsattachingtoekickpanelandlower
paneltodishwasherusinga1/4"hexsocket,nutdriver
orPhillipsscrewdriver.
3. Remove panels and set panels aside on a protective
surface.
4. Apply thread seal tape to 90°
elbow fitting and connect
fitting to water inlet valve.
5. Tighten elbow until snug, and
be sure that it faces to the
rear.
water inlet valve
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6. Remove terminal box cover. _ .......
7.
8.
- If you are direct wiring: install a U.L.-listed/CSA-
certified clamp connector to the terminal box. If using
conduit, use a U.L.-listed/CSA-certified conduit
connector.
- If you are installing a power supply cord kit, do so
now, following kit instructions.The power supply cord
kit must be U.L.-listed and marked for use with
dishwashers (i.e. Power Supply Cord Kit part
no. 4317824).
HelpfulTip: Put cardboard under dishwasher until it is
installed in cabinet opening.The cardboard will help
protect floor covering during installation.
Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of
countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed
(you need the lowest point).
Extend leveling legs out from the dishwasher base, 1/4"
less than opening height.
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levelingleg
Securing dishwasher to countertop
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
dishwasher.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Using two or more people, stand the dishwasher up.
The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop by the
two brackets on top of the dishwasher.
brackets
NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher, this will be done later.
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 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 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 hole toward the top of the
dishwasher.
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• Springadjustmentpinsshouldbeinthesameholes
onboththeleftandrightsides.
Move dishwasher into cabinet opening
1. Using two or more people, stand the dishwasher up.
2. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of the
door panel.
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
drain hose is near the center of the hole in the cabinet.
6. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet
opening so that the front corners of the dishwasher
door are flush with the cabinet doors. Do not kink or
pinch copper tubing, drain hose, power supply cord or
direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet.
HelpfulTip: Once the dishwasher is in position, you
may have to support the front of the dishwasher by
raising, lowering or shimming front feet.
7. Remove cardboard from under dishwasher.
NOTE: It is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet
opening. Do not remove insulation blanket -the blanket
reduces the sound level.
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.
HelpfulTip: Prop up one side of frame to hold
dishwasher up off floor 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 firmly against the floor.
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 shims until dishwasher is
plumb.
4. Repeat for other side of dishwasher.
NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to prevent
their movement when the dishwasher is operated.
5. Place level against top front opening of tub. Check that
dishwasher is level from side to side. If dishwasher is
not level, adjust front legs up or down until dishwasher
is level.
Make Electrical Connection
Check "Electrical requirements" section.
You need to:
o have the correct electrical supply and recommended
grounding method.
If you are:
direct wiring, use Option 1
using a power supply cord, use Option 2
Option 1, Direct wire method
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground connector in
terminal box.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
1. Route direct wire so that it does not touch dishwasher
motor or lower part of dishwasher tub.
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2. Pulldirectwirethroughholeinterminalbox.
3.
4.
5.
Helpful Tip:
oSelect the proper size twist-on
connectors to connect your household
wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring.
Insert wire ends into twist-on
connector. Do not pre-twist bare wire.
,Twist connector.
Gently tug on wires to be sure both
are secured.
Connect the wires as follows using twist-on connectors
sized to connect direct wire to 16-gauge dishwasher
wire:
Power supply wire: Terminal box wire:
wh ite_,_-wh ite
black_H_black
ground wire_,_ground connector
ground white
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/_lack
Tighten clamp connector or conduit connector screws.
Reinstall terminal box cover with wires inside terminal
box.
The cover must be outside the box on the left side.
__ terminal
box cover
6. Make sure no wires are pinched by cover.
Option 2, Power supply cord method
"a,
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
The power cord and connections must comply with the
National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/or local codes
and ordinances. Recommended power cord length is
54" min. and 64" max.
1. Remove terminal box cover.
2. Connect incoming power cord white (or ribbed) wire to
dishwasher white wire, black (or smooth) wire to black
wire and ground wire to dishwasher green wire. Use UL
listed wire nuts of the appropriate size for connections.
3. Replace terminal box cover. Make sure wires are not
pinched under the cover.
4. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
5. Check the power supply cord does not touch
dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub.
Connect to water supply
Helpful Tip:
Compression fittings:
a. Slide nut onto copper tubing about 1" (2.5 cm).
b. Slide ferrule onto the tubing. Do not position ferrule
on the end of the tubing.
c. Put the tubing into the elbow as far as it will go.
d. Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut
onto the elbow threads. Be gentle when handling
and positioning the copper tubing, it bends and kinks
easily. nut
e ow.
1. To prevent vibration during operation, route the water
supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher
base, frame or motor.
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2.
3.
With copper tubing pushed into compression fitting as
far as it will go, use a wrench and tighten compression
fitting nut to elbow on water inlet valve. Do not use
Teflon <_tape with compression fittings.
Place paper towel under elbow.Turn on water supply
and check for leaks.
Connect to drain
1. To help minimize vibration, route drain hose to avoid
contact with motor, door springs, water line, cabinet,
flooring or the edge of the hole where it passes through
the cabinet.
2. Do not remove drain loop from side of dishwasher.
3. Place pan under end of drain hose. Pan will collect any
water in drain hose.
4.
5.
J
J',, drain
hose
The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8" (16mm),
3/4" (19mm) or 1" (25.4mm) diameter connections on
the air gap, waste tee or disposer. Cut on the marked
line as required for your installation.
IMPORTANT: Do not cut corrugated portion of hose.
cutting lines
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If a longer drain hose is required, add up to 42"(1.07m)
of length for a total of 10 ft (3.05m) to the factory
installed hose.
Use 5/8" or 7/8" inside diameter hose and a coupler to
connect the two hose ends. Secure the connection with
hose clamps.
Secure the drain hose to the air gap, waste tee or
disposer with clamps.
NOTE:Total drain hose length must not exceed 10 ft
(3.05m), for proper drain operation. Oz
\
coupler hose clamp
hose clamp
Secure dishwasher in cabinet opening
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
1. If you have not already done so, open dishwasher door,
remove lower dishrack and place towel over pump
assembly and spray arm of dishwasher. This will keep
screws from falling into pump area if you
unintentionally drop them when securing dishwasher
to countertop.
2. Check that dishwasher is still level and centered side to
side in the opening, and that the tub flange aligns with
the front face of the cabinet frame.
3. Secure dishwasher to countertop with two, #8 x 5/8"
Phillips flat head screws.The dishwasher must be
secured to keep it from tipping when door is opened.
4.
5.
/:
// _top
Open door about 3" (7.6 cm) and check that space
between inner door and tub is equal on both sides. If
spacing is not equal, loosen bracket screws and shift
tub. Tighten bracket screws.
Check that top of door does not contact screws,
brackets, or countertop. If it does, dishwasher must be
lowered and re-leveled.
6. Remove towel from dishwasher.
7. Reinstall the lower dishrack.
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Complete installation
1. Place the lower panel behind the toekick panel.
2. Place 2-piece toekick against the legs of the dishwasher.
3. Place the inner toekick piece (with slots) against the
toekick bracket.The slots should align with toekick
bracket screw holes. Allow the bottom edge of the
lower toekick to touch the floor.
4. Place larger toekick over the inner piece and install 4
toekick screws. Use additional 2 screws for installations
over 33-1/2" (85.09 cm) high. Use both toekick pieces
for all installation heights.
Use top 4
screw holes
Adjust up
or down
2-piece toekick
Direct wire method:
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground connector in
terminal box.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Power supply cord method:
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into agrounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
5. Reconnect power or plug in dishwasher.
Check operation
1. Read the Use and Care Guide that came with your
dishwasher.
2. Check that all parts have been installed and no steps
were skipped.
3. Check that you have all the tools you used.
4. Start dishwasher and allow it to complete the shortest
wash cycle. After the first two minutes, unlatch door,
wait five seconds, then open door.
5. Check to see that there is water in the bottom of the
dishwasher tub. Check that dishwasher is working
properly.
6. If not, disconnect power or unplug dishwasher and see
"If dishwasher does not operate" section.
if dishwasher does not operate
First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the
cost of a service call.
.Has the circuit breaker tripped or the house fuse blown?
o Is the door closed tightly and latched?
Has the cycle been set correctly to start the dishwasher?
Is the water turned on?
If none of these work, call 1-800-4MY-HOME.
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Table des rnatieres
Securite du lave-vaisselle .......................... 15
Exigences d'installation ............................ 16
Outillage et pi_ces ............................. 16
Emplacement d'installation ...................... 16
Specifications de la canalisation d'evacuation ...... 18
Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ............ 18
Sp6cifications electriques ....................... 18
instructions d'installation .......................... 19
Preparation des ouvertures dans les placards -
utilisation des modes de raccordement existants
pour canalisations et cSblage .................... 19
Preparation de I'emplacement d'installation entre
les placards Iorsque les canalisations et cSbles
n'ont pas et6 installes .......................... 20
Preparation du lave-vaisselle .................... 22
Raccordements electriques ...................... 24
Raccordement & la canalisation d'arrivee d'eau ..... 25
Immobilisation du lave-vaisselle dans la cavite
d'encastrement ............................... 26
S#curit# du /ave-vaisse//e
Votre securite et celle des autres est tres importante.
Nous donnons de nombreux messages de s6curit6 importants dans ce manuel et sur votre appareil m6nager. Assurez-vous de
toujours lire tousles messages de s6curit6 et de vous y conformer.
Voici le symbole d'alerte de s6curit&
Ce symbole d'alerte de s6curit6 vous signale les dangers potentiels de d6c_s et de blessures graves &vous
et & d'autres.
Tousles messages de s6curit6 suivront le symbole d'alerte de s6curit6 et le mot "DANGER" ou
"AVERTISSEMENT". Ces mots signifient •
Risque possible de d_cbs ou de blessure grave si vous ne
suivez pas imm_diatement les instructions.
Risque possible de d6ces ou de blessure grave si vous
ne suivez pas les instructions.
Tous les messages de s6curit6 vous diront quel est le danger potentiel et vous disent comment r6duire le risque de blessure et
ce qui peut se produire en cas de non-respect des instructions.
Risque de basculement
Ne pas utiliser le lave=vaisselle jusqu'& ce qu'il soit
complbtement install6.
Ne pas appuyer sur la porte ouverte.
Le non=respect de ces instructions peut causer des
blessures graves ou des coupures.
Tenir compte de ceci •
= Ouvrir lentement la porte du lave-vaisselle tandis qu'une
autre personne saisit I'arri_re de I'appareil. Retirer les
materiaux d'emballage, le tuyau de decharge et le panier
inferieur. Fermer la porte du lave-vaisselle et verrouiller le
Ioquet.
o Respecter les dispositions de tous les codes et r6glements
en vigueur.
Installer le lave-vaisselle conformement aux prescriptions
des presentes instructions.
[installation devrait 6tre ex6cutee par un technicien
qualifie. Veiller & respecter les dispositions de tousles
codes et r6glements Iocaux et nationaux regissant les
installations de plomberie et d'61ectricit6.
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Exigences d "insta//ation
Inspecter I'emplacement d'installation du lave-vaisselle; il
Outillage et pieces
Rassembler tousles outils et pi6ces necessaires avant de
commencer I'installation.
Pour toutes les configurations d'installation
Outillage necessaire :
otournevis Phillips
otournevis & lame plate
tourne-ecrou de 5/16" et
1/4"
o m6tre-ruban ou r6gle
cle & molette de 6"
o petit niveau
lampe torche
o plat peu profond
Pieces necessaires :
raccord 90° avec filetage
externe de 3/8" NPT & une
extremit6. (La configuration
de I'autre extremite doit
6tre adaptee & celle de la
canalisation d'arrivee
d'eau.)
ruban d'etanch6it6 pour
filetages
3 connecteurs de ills
(homologation UL)
Une bride & vis de 1/2" & 2"
Outillage et pieces supplernentaires pour
I'installation dans un local neuf
Outillage necessaire :
o perceuse electrique avec
scies & trous de 1/2", 3/4" et
1 1/2"
o petit coupe-tube
Pieces necessaires :
=tube de cuivre (3/8"
recommande)
Raccord d'accouplement
avec bride pouvant 6tre
monte sur un tuyau de
7/8" (22,2 mm) de
diam6tre interieur.
Une bride & vis de 1/2"
2" en cas de connexion
un raccord enT de
canalisation d'evacuation.
Pieces fournies
A. 2 vis _ bois Phillips n°8 x 5/8" &t6te plate
B. 4 - vis Phillips pour panneau de plinthe (couleur assortie)
A B
Verifier la presence de ces pi6ces.
Voir la liste s6paree des pi6ces et accessoires disponibles
pour le lave-vaisselle.
Emplacement d'instailation
Ne pas placer canalisation d'evacuation, canalisation d'eau
ou c_blage electrique & un endroit oQ cela susciterait
interference ou contact avec les pieds ou le moteur du
lave-vaisselle.
I'emplacement d'installation du lave-vaisselle, on doit
pouvoir etablir le degagement approprie entre le moteur et
le plancher. Le moteur ne doit pas toucher le plancher.
Ne pas installer le lave-vaisselle par-dessus un tapis.
Proteger du gel le lave-vaisselle et les canalisations d'eau
qui I'alimentent; la garantie de I'appareil ne couvre pas les
dommages imputables au gel.
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doit comporter les caracteristiques suivantes :
facilite d'acc_s aux canalisations d'eau et d'egout et & la
source d'electricit6.
acc_s facile pour chargement et dechargement de la
vaisselle. Dans le cas de I'installation dans un angle, on
dolt pouvoir etablir un degagement de 2" (5,1 cm) ou plus
entre le c6te de la porte du lave-vaisselle et le mur ou le
placard.
II doit y avoir un degagement d'au moins
25-5/8" (65,1 cm) en face du lave-vaisselle pour permettre
I'ouverture compl6te de la porte.
Plandetravail
Lave-vaisselle
25-5/8"
( 65,1 cm)
degagement d'au moins
2" (5,1 cm) pour
I'ouverture de la porte
oouverture carree offrant I'esthetique appropriee et
permettant un fonctionnement correct.
fa£ade des placards perpendiculaire au plancher.
plancher horizontal et plat (s'il y aun ecart de niveau
entre I'avant et I'arri6re sur le plancher de I'emplacement
d'installation, il pourrait 6tre necessaire d'utiliser des
cales pour etablir I'aplomb de I'appareil).
NOTE : Pour eviter tout deplacement des cales durant le
fonctionnement de I'appareil, il est necessaire de fixer les
cales au plancher.
Si le lave-vaisselle ne doit pas 6tre utilise pendant une
periode prolongee ou s'il est laisse _ un endroit qui
pourrait 6tre expose au gel, veiller & faire executer les
operations de pre-hivernage par un technicien competent.
Veiller & ce que les canalisations d'eau et d%vacuation et
les c_bles electriques soient dans la zone marquee en gris
dans la section "Dimensions de I'emplacement
d'installation'.'
Conseil utile : Si le plancher de I'espace d'installation
n'est pas parfaitement horizontal et plat (exemple :
garnissage de carrelage sur une partie seulement), on
devra accorder une attention particuli6re aux details
Iors du releve des dimensions, pour pouvoir etablir

Dimensions du produit
32-1/2"
(82,5 cm)
rain.
* jusqu'_ I'avant du chassis de la porte
VUE LATERALE
_ 17-1/2" (44,5 cm) min. __
18" (45,7 cm) max.
. rq m
VUEARRII_RE
Dimensions de la cavite d'encastrement
les surfaces doivent
exemptes de protuberances.
24"
(61 cm)
min.
34" a 35"*
(86,4 cm
88,9 cm)
17-5/8" (44,8 cm) min.
18" (45,7 cm) max.
*Du bas du plan de travail au plancher
Pour le passage des canalisations et du cSble, percer les trous necessaires
dans la zone marquee en gris sur le plancher et les parois de la cavit&
Note : Pour I'installation de I'appareil 32-1/2" (82,5 cm) sous
un plan de travail d'une hauteur de 34" (86,4 cm), on peut
ajuster la position du panneau de plinthe et la Iongueur de
deploiement des pieds de reglage de I'aplomb.
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Specifications de la canalisation
d'evacuation
o Utiliser le tuyau d'evacuation neuf fourni avec le
lave-vaisselle. Si ce tuyau n'est pas suffisamment long,
utiliser un tuyau d'evacuation neuf de Iongueur maximale
10 pi (3,05 m) qui satisfait les crit6res de la norme
AHAM/IAPMO en vigueur, resistant & la chaleur et aux
detergents. Utiliser un tuyau de 5/8" (1,58 cm) ou de 7/8"
(2,2 cm) de diam6tre interieur et un raccord
d'accouplement pour raccorder les deux extremit6s du
tuyau. Immobiliser les raccords au moyen de deux brides.
Connecter le conduit d'evacuation & la canalisation
d'egout par I'intermediaire d'un raccordT ou du raccord
d'un broyeur & dechets situe plus haut que le siphon du
circuit de plomberie de la maison, et & au moins
32"(81,3cm) au-dessus du sol. On recommande de lover
le tuyau d'evacuation et de le fixer solidement sur la face
inferieure du plan de travail, ou de le raccorder & un
dispositif brise-siphon.
Utiliser un dispositif brise-siphon si le tuyau d'evacuation
est connecte & la canalisation d'egout de la maison
moins de 18" (45,7 cm) au-dessus du plancher.
brise-siphon
Utiliser des raccords de tuyau d'evacuation de diam6tre
interieur de 1/2" ou plus.
Ne pas raccorder au tuyau d'evacuation du lave-vaisselle
le tuyau d'evacuation d'un autre appareil.
Sp6cifications de I'alirnentation en eau
Canalisation d'eau chaude, sous pression de 20 & 120
Ib/po 2(138-862 kPa).
oTemp6rature de 120°F (49°C) & I'entree du lave-vaisselle.
Canalisation de cuivre de diam6tre externe 3/8" avec
raccord & compression, ou conduit de raccordement
flexible & tresse d'acier inoxydable (l'emploi d'un tube de
plastique de 1/2" minimum est possible, mais
deconseill6).
raccord 90° avec filetage externe de 3/8" NPT & une
extremit6.
Ne pas executer de raccordement par soudure & moins de
6" (15,2 cm) de I'electrovanne d'admission d'eau.
Specifications electriques
Contacter un 61ectricien qualifie.
Verifier que I'installation electrique est adequate et qu'elle
satisfait les exigences de tousles codes et r6glements
Iocaux et nationaux en vigueur.
Caracteristiques exig6es :
120 volts CA, 60 Hz; protection par fusible 15 ou 20 A.
Le c_blage doit comporter 2 conducteurs et un
conducteur de liaison & la terre.
Nous recommandons :
un fusible temporise ou disjoncteur.
une alimentation par un circuit independant.
Pour le raccordement direct du lave-vaisselle :
Utiliser un c_ble flexible blinde ou _ gaine non
metallique, de conducteurs de cuivre, satisfaisant les
exigences des codes et r6glements Iocaux.
Arrimer le c_ble avec le dispositif fourni sur la boite de
connexion de la maison, ou installer un serre-c_ble
(homologation UL ou CSA) sur la boite de connexion de
la maison. Dans le cas de I'emploi d'un conduit, utiliser
un connecteur de conduit (homologation UL ou CSA).
Alimentation de I'appareil par un cordon d'alimentation :
= Utiliser le cordon d'alimentation (produit n° 4317824)
identifie pour I'utilisation avec un lave-vaisselle.
Eensemble comprend :
- cordon d'alimentation Volex Inc., avec 3 conducteurs
de calibre 16 (homologation UL) et fiche de
branchement & 3 broches pour liaison & la terre.
- serre-c_ble 7/8" Neer C-500
- 3 connecteurs de ills
- hague de protection n° 302797
Pour I'installation du cordon d'alimentation, proceder
conformement aux instructions fournies avec
I'ensemble.
La fiche du cordon d'alimentation devra 6tre branchee sur
une prise de courant & 3 alv6oles de configuration
correspondante, reliee & la terre, install6e dans le placard
c6t6 de I'emplacement d'installation du lave-vaisselle.
La prise de courant doit satisfaire les exigences de tous
les codes et r6glements Iocaux.
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Instructions d'installation
Risque de choc eiectrique
lnterrornpre I'alimentation electrique avant d'installer
le lave=vaisselle (au niveau du tableau de distribution -
fusible ou disjoncteur)
Le non-respect de cette instruction peut causer
un deces ou un choc electrique.
1. Interrompre I'alimentation electrique.
2. Fermer I'arrivee d'eau
Preparation des ouvertures dans les
placards - utilisation des modes de
raccordement existants pour
canalisations et c blage
o Proceder conformement aux instructions de cette section
pour I'installation du lave-vaisselle dans un encastrement
d6j& dote de moyens de raccordement.
Pour I'installation du lave-vaisselle dans un encastrement
oQ les canalisations et le c_blage n'ont pas d6j& et6
installes, proceder J
conformement aux
instructions
presentees & la
section "Preparation
de I'emplacement
d'installation entre les
placards Iorsque les
canalisations et
c_bles n'ont pas et6
installes"
canalisation c_ble pour
d'eau raccordement direct
1. Verifier que la canalisation d'eau atteint le c6te avant
gauche de I'espace d'installation (endroit oQ le
raccordement & I'appareil sera effectue).
2. Verifier que le c_ble d'alimentation atteint I'angle avant
droit de I'espace d'installation (endroit oQ le
raccordement & I'appareil sera effectue).
Si la canalisation d'eau et le c_ble de raccordement
electrique sont suffisamment longs, passer _ la section
suivante "Installation du tuyau d'evacuation" Si la
canalisation d'eau et le c_ble electrique ne sont pas
suffisamment longs, proceder conformement aux
instructions de la section "Preparation de I'emplacement
d'installation entre les placards Iorsque les canalisations et
c_bles n'ont pas et6 installes"
Installation du tuyau d'evacuation
IMPORTANT :On doit toujours utiliser un tuyau
d'evacuation neuf, m6me pour I'installation d'un lave-
vaisselle de remplacement.
1. Percer un trou de diam6tre 1 1/2" (3,8 cm) dans la paroi
du placard ou dans le plancher sur le c6te de I'espace
d'installation le plus proche de I'evier.
J L
2. Employer I'une des methodes suivantes pour raccorder
le tuyau d'evacuation sur un raccordT ou sur un broyeur
dechets.
Option 1 - broyeur & dechets- avec brise-siphon
Option 2 - pas de broyeur & dechets- avec brise-siphon
Option 3 - broyeur & dechets - sans brise-siphon*
Option 4- pas de broyeur & dechets- sans brise-
siphon*
* on recommande qu'un brise-siphon soit disponible
Conseil utile : Pour r6duire les effets de vibration du
tuyau durant le fonctionnement, maintenir une
separation entre le tuyau et le plancher et entre le tuyau
et la circonference du trou de passage & travers le
placard.
Option 1 - broyeur &dechets -avec brise-siphon :
1.0ter I'opercule arrachable sur le broyeur & dechets. Si
necessaire, couper I'extremit& du tuyau d'evacuation (he
pas couper dans la section ondulee).
2. Connecter le tuyau d'evacuation sur le dispositif brise-
siphon avec la grosse bride & ressort. Si le tuyau
d'evacuation a et6 coupe, utiliser une bride & vis* de
1 1/2 &2" (3,8 _ 5 cm).
3. Utiliser un raccord en caoutchouc* avec une bride
ressort ou & vis* pour raccorder le dispositif brise-
siphon & I'entree du broyeur & dechets.
Ce raccordement dolt 6tre r6alise en amont du siphon du
circuit d'evacuation et & au moins 20" (50,8 cm)
au-dessus du plancher de I'espace d'installation du
lave-vaisselle. raccord en
caoutchouc _ositif
brise-siphon
grosse bride
ressort
couper ici si necessaire tuyau
d'evacuation
siphon du circuit
d'evacuation
4. Inserer le tuyau d'evacuation & travers le trou decoup6
dans le placard et acheminer le tuyau jusqu'&
I'emplacement de raccordement au lave-vaisselle
*Pieces disponibles dans un magasin
local de fournitures de plomberie
\
tuyau d'evacuation
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Option 2- pas de broyeur &dechets -avec brise-siphon :
1. Si n@essaire, couper I'extremit6 du tuyau d'@acuation
(ne pas couper dans la section ondulee).
2. Connecter le tuyau d'@acuation sur le dispositif
brise-siphon avec la grosse bride &ressort. Sile tuyau
d'evacuation a et6 coupe, utiliser une bride & vis* de
1 1/2 & 2" (3,8 &5 cm).
3. Utiliser un raccord de caoutchouc* avec bride & ressort
ou & vis* pour le raccordement entre le dispositif
brise-siphon et le raccordT du circuit d'evacuation.
Ce raccordement doit 6tre realis6 en amont du siphon
du circuit d'6vacuation et & au moins 20" (50,8 cm)
au-dessus du plancher de I'espace d'installation du
lave-vaisselle.
tu ,au d'@acuation
cou 3er ici si n@essaire
raccord en
caoutchouc dispositif
brise-siphon
rosse bride
ressort
raccord T du tuyau
d'@acuation d'@acuation
siphon du circuit
d'@acuation
4. Ins@er le tuyau
d'evacuation & travers le
trou decoup6 dans le
placard et acheminer le
tuyau jusqu'&
I'emplacement de
raccordement au lave-
vaisselle.
tuyau d'@acuation
* Pieces disponibles dans un magasin local de fournitures de plomberie
Option 3 -broyeur &dechets -sans brise-siphon :
1.0ter I'opercule arrachable du broyeur & d@hets. Ne pas
couper I'extr6mite du tuyau d'evacuation.
2. Connecter le tuyau d'evacuation sur le broyeur & dechets
avec la grosse bride &ressort.
Ce raccordement doit 6tre realis6 en amont du siphon du
circuit d'evacuation et & au moins 20" (50,8 cm) au-dessus
du plancher de I'espace d'installation du lave-vaisselle. On
recommande de lover le tuyau d'@acuation et de le fixer
solidement sur la face inferieure du plan de travail.
grossebride_ressort
tuyau
d'@acuation
broyeur a d@hets
siphon du
d'@acuation
3. Ins@er le tuyau
d'evacuation &travers le
trou decoup6 dans le
placard et acheminer le
tuyau jusqu'&
I'emplacement de
raccordement au lave-
vaisselle.
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tuyau d'@acuation
Option 4 - pas de broyeur &dechets - sans brise-siphon :
1. Si n@essaire, couper I'extremit6 du tuyau d'evacuation
(he pas couper dans la section ondulee).
2. Connecter le tuyau d'@acuation sur le raccordT du circuit
d'evacuation avec une bride &vis* de
1 1/2 & 2" (3,8 _ 5 cm).
Ce raccordement doit 6tre r6alise en amont du siphon
du circuit d'6vacuation et & au moins 20" (50,8 cm)
au-dessus du plancher de I'espace d'installation du
lave-vaisselle. On recommande de lover le tuyau
d'@acuation et de le fixer solidement sur la face
inf@ieure du plan de travail.
bride a vis
siphon du circuit
tuyau
d'@acuation
3. Ins6rer le tuyau
d'evacuation & travers le
trou decoup6 dans le
placard et acheminer le
tuyau jusqu'_
I'emplacement de
raccordement au lave-
vaisselle.
tuyau d'@acuation
2 Pi@es disponibles dans un magasin local de fournitures de plomberie
Pr@paration de I'ernplacernent
d'installation entre los placards
Iorsque ies canalisations et c bles
n'ont pas @t6 instali6s
Raccordement electrique
Option 1 -raccordement direct :
Conseil utile : Le raccordement au
lave-vaisselle sera plus facile si on
achemine le c_ble par le c6te droit
de I'espace d'installation.
1. Percer un trou de 3/4" (1,9 cm)
dans la paroi du placard, le
mur arri6re ou le plancher, sur c6t6 droit de I'espace
d'installation. Les emplacements pr6ferentiels ainsi que
les autres emplacements possibles sont identifi6s sur
I'illustration.
2. Placard de bois : poncer la rive du trou perce pour
produire une surface lisse.
Placard metallique : garnir la circonf@ence du trou perce
avec une bague de protection (non fournie).
3. Acheminer le c_ble jusqu'& la boke de connexion
(tableau de distribution de la maison).
4. Pour un c_ble flexible, installer un
serre-c_ble (homologation UL ou CSA).
Dans le cas d'un conduit, installer un
connecteur de conduit sur la boite de
connexion (homologation UL ou CSA).
5. Faire passer I'autre extr6mite du c_ble &travers le trou
perce dans le placard. L'extremit6 du c_ble doit pouvoir
parvenir jusqu'& I'angle avant droit de I'espace
d'installation.
autres
emplacements emplacements
>ossibles pr6ferentiels