Whirlpool WDF518SAAS0 User manual

Installation instructions
Undercounter Dishwasher
instructions d'installation
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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.
,,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:
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat - blade screwdriver
• measuring tape or ruler
• 6" adjustable wrench
• small level
• flashlight
• shallow pan
•Level
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 (strain relief)
to fit7/8" (22.2cm) diameter
hole.
• One 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:
• 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.
• there must be a minimum of 25-5/8" (65.1 cm) in front of
dishwasher to allow door to open fully.
Countertop
Dishwasher
_ 2"(5.1 cm)
l//L___, clearance for door
II,I opening mln.
i25-5/8"
( 65.1 cm)
• Fully enclosed on both sides, back, and top.
• square 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
22" (59cm)*
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18" {45.7 cm) -_1
* to front of door frame SIDE VIEW
17-1/2" (44.5 cm) min.
18" (45.7 cm) max.
F'! ........ rl
REAR VIEW
32-1/2"
(82.5 cm) rain.
35" (88.9 cm)
max
Cutout dimensions
4"
(10.2 cm)
All surfaces must be free
from intrusions
24"
(61 cm)
min.
34" to 35"
(86.4 cm to
88.9 cm)x
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.
c_ _ 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.
If connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:
• Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part No. 4317824) marked for
use with dishwashers. Kit contents include:
- 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
oFollow the steps in this section if you are installing the
dishwasher in an existing cabinet opening with utility
hookups.
oIf 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.
2.
Checklinereachesthat theto waterthe water direct
front left of opening
where the water
connection will be ,,no
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, Ddll 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*
*anairgapis 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.
3.
Attach drain hose to air gap with large spring-type
clamp. Ifthe drain hose was cut, use a 1-1/2" to 2"
(3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*.
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.
m
drain tra
drain hose-
cut here if needed rubber hose
connector
disposer
inlet
_j air gap
spring-type
clamp
hose
* 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 1-1/2" 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
large
spring-type
drain
drain trap _ hose
*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.
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
' _ drain hose
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*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 1-1/2" 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
screw-type clamp
waste
tee
hose
drain trap
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
Prepare cabinet opening where there
are no existing utility hookups
Electrical connection
Option1, Direct wire method:
HelpfulTip: Wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you
route wire into the cabinet opening from the right side.
1. 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.
2. Wood cabinet: Sand
hole until smooth.
Metal cabinet: Cover
hole with grommet, not provided.
3. Route cable from power supply through cabinet hole
( cable must extend to the right front side of cabinet
opening). Tape cable to the floor 6" in front of unit.
This will prohibit cable from moving when dishwasher
is moved into 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 optional preferred
the cabinet rear locations locations
or side. Preferred [':51
and optional !.!,'_j
locations are
shown.
2. Wood cabinet:
Sand hole until p, _
smooth. 4_
Metal cabinet: Cover hole with grommet (Part
No. 302797) included with power supply cord kit.
Install the water line
1.
HelpfuITip: Routing the water line through the left side
of cabinet opening will make water connection easier.
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.
Jpreferred optional
locations locations L
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
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 air gap
m
spring-type
clamp
hose
drain tra
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 1-1/2" 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
m
large
spring-type
drain
drain trap _-_ hose
*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.
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
'_ drain hose
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 1-1/2" 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
screw-type clamp
waste
tee
drain trap
hose
*Parts available from local plumbing supply store.
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.
3.
Remove four screws attaching toekick panel and lower
panel to dishwasher using a Phillips screwdriver.
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.
6.
water inlet valve
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Remove top screw and slide
cover to the right to remove terminal box cover.
- 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).
8. Extend leveling legs out from the dishwasher base, 1/4"
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.
o 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.
o 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.
o Spring adjustment pins should be in the same holes
on both the left and right sides.
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.
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6.
Check that water line is on the left side of opening and
insert the drain hose through the hole in cabinet.
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.
HelpfuITip: Once the dishwasher is in position, you
may have to support the front of the dishwasher by
raising, lowering or shimming front feet.
Z 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
Align front of dishwasher door panel with cabinet
doors.You may need to adjust alignment to be even
with your cabinets.
HelpfuITip: 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.
3. Check that leveling legs are firmly against the floor.
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.
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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:
ohave 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
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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.
2. Pull direct wire through hole in terminal box.
3.
Helpful Tip:
o Select the proper size twist-on
connectors to connect your household
wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring.
o Insert wire ends into twist-on
connector. Do not pre-twist bare wire.
oTwist connector.
o 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:
white_e-_-white
black_D,-black
ground wire_--_ground connector
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ground white
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/_lack
4.
5, 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
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.
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
elbow_
1.
2.
3.
To prevent vibration during operation, route the water
supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher
base, frame or motor.
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.
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4_ 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.
coupler hose_clamp
hose clamp
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
Method 1
The dishwasher must be secured to wood countertop.
1. Open the dishwasher door and remove the lower dish rack.
2. Place a towel over the pump assembly and spray arm of
dishwasher to keep screws from falling into pump area during
installation.
3. Check that the dishwasher is level and centered side to side in
the opening.
4. Check that the tub flange aligns with the front face of the
cabinet frame.
5. Attach the dishwasher to the countertop using the 2 brackets
on top of the dishwasher.
NOTE: The dishwasher must be attached to the countertop to
keep it from tipping when the door is opened.
6. Insert 2 #8 x %" Phillips flat-head screws through the brackets
and into the countertop. ,/
1.
2.
7. Open the door about 3" (7.6 cm) and check that the space
between the inner door and tub is equal on both sides.
8. Ifspacing is not equal, loosen the bracket screws and shift the
tub. Retighten bracket screws.
g. Check that the top of the door does not contact the screws,
brackets or countertop. If it does, the dishwasher must be
lowered and leveled again. See "Level The Dishwasher" in
"Install Dishwasher."
g. Ifspacing is not equal, loosen the bracket screws and shift the
tub. Retighten bracket screws.
10. Remove towel from dishwasher.
11. Reinstall the lower dishrack.
Method 2
When countertops are granite or other materials that
will not accept screws,secure dishwasher with side-
mounting brackets. _o
Use a flat-blade screwdriver or prying tool to
remove plug buttons (one on each side).
Install screws through the dishwasher side mount bracket
and into the adjacent cabinet on each side. Reinstall plug
buttons. Granite Countertop
1W
Plug Button
Screws
When step is complete, close dishwasher door and verify that
gap between countertop and top of dishwasher door is at
least 1/2".
Countertop
/
/
Dishwasher Door
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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.
5, Reconnect power or plug in dishwasher.
° screw holes
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.
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.
o Has the circuit breaker tripped or the house fuse blown?
Is the door closed tightly and latched?
o Has the cycle been set correctly to start the dishwasher?
o Is the water turned on?
If none of these work, call 1-800-4MY-HOME.
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Table des mati_res
Securite du lave-vaisselle ................................. 2
Configuration req uise pour I'installation ..................... 3
Outils et pi_ces ........................................... 3
Configuration req uise pour I'emplacement .................. 3
Configuration req uise pour la vidange ....................... 5
Configuration req uise pour I'alimentation en eau ............. 5
Configuration req uise pour I'electricite ...................... 5
Instructions d'installation ............................. 6
Preparer I'ouverture de I'armoire
I'aide des raccords de service existants ............... 6
Preparer I'ouverture de I'armoire
Iorsqu'il n'existe pas de raccord de service ............... 7
Preparer le lave-vaisselle ............................ 9
Effectuer le raccordement electrique ................... 11
Raccorder a I'alimentation en eau ..................... 12
Raccorder au dispositif de vidange .................... 13
Fixer le lave-vaisselle dans I'ouverture de I'armoire ...... 13
Securite du lave-vaisselle
Votre securite et celle des autres est tr_s importante.
Dans ce manuelet survotreappareil, nous fournissons de nombreux messages importants de securite. Lisezet respectez
toujours tousles messages de securite.
Ceci est le symbole d'alerte de securite.
Ce symbole met en garde contre les risques potentiels qui peuvent vous tuer ou vous blesser, vous ou
d'autres personnes.
Tous les messages de securite suivent le symbole d'alerte de securite ou le mot <<DANGER >>ou
<<AVERTISSEMENT >>.Ces mots signifient :
Vous pourriez6tre tue ou gravement blesse si vous ne respectez
pas im mediatement les consignes.
Vous pourriez 6tre tue ou gravement blesse si vous ne respectez
pas les consignes.
Tous les messages de securite indiquentle risque potentiel, vous disentcomment reduire la probabilitede blessure et ce qui peut
arriver si les consignes ne sont pas respectees.
Risque de basculement
N'utilisez pas le lave-vaisselle tant qu'il n'est pas
compl_tement install&
N'appuyez pas sur la porte ouverte.
Cela pourrait entrafner des blessures graves ou des coupures.
Vous devez :
•Ouvrir doucement la porte du lave-vaisselle pendant que quelqu'un
saisit I'arri_re du lave-vaisselle. Retirer les materiaux d'expedition,
le tuyau de vidange et le b_ti inferieur. Fermer la porte du lave-
vaisselle et vous assurer qu'elle soit verrouillee.
• Respecter tous les codes et r_glements en vigueur.
• Installer ce lave-vaisselle conformement aces consignes.
• L'installation doit 6tre effectuee par un technicien de service
qualifi& Le lave-vaisselle doit 6tre installe conformement a tous
les codes et r_glements nationaux et Iocaux en mati_re d'electricite
et de plomberie.
2

Configuration requise pour I'installation
Outils et pi_ces
Rassemblez les pi_ces et outils requis avant de commencer
I'installation.
Toutes les installations
Outils n6cessaires :
• Tournevis Phillips
• Tournevis alame plate
• Ruban ou r_gle a mesurer
• Cle reglable de 6 po
• Petit niveau
• Lampe torche
• Assiette peu profonde
• Niveau
Pi_ces n6cessaires :
• Coude a 90° avec filetages externes
N.ET de 3/8 po a une extremit&
(L'autre extremite doit correspondre
votre cond uite d'alimentation en eau.)
• Ruban d'etancheite pour filetage
• 3 ecrous de c_ble homologues UL
• Un collier de serrage avis 1-1/2 po - 2
pone doit pas toucher le plancher.
De plus, pour les nouvelles installations
Outils n6cessaires : Pi_ces n_cessaires :
• perceuse electrique avec
forets de scie a trous de 1/2
po, 3/4 po et 1-1/2 po
• petit coupe-tube
• tube en cuivre (3/8 po
recommande)
• connecteur de collier (serre-
c_ble) pour correspondre au trou
de diam_tre 7/8 po (22,2 cm).
• un collier de serrage avis 1-1/2
po -2 po en cas de connexion
I'armoire du te de vidage.
Pi_ces fournies
A. 2 -Visa bois a t_te plate Phillips n° 8 x 5/8 po
B. 4 -Vis de plinthe Phillips a empreinte cruciforme, de couleur
assortie
A
Assurez-vous que ces pi_ces sont incluses.
Reportez-vous a la liste separee des pi_ces pour les accessoires
disponibles pour votre lave-vaisselle.
Configuration requise pour I'emplacement
N'installez pas les conduites de vidange, les conduites d'eau ou
le c_blage electrique a un endroit ot] ils peuvent interferer avec
ou toucher les moteurs ou les pieds du lave-vaisselle.
L'emplacement d'installation du lave-vaisselle doit disposer d'un
degagement entre les moteurs et le plancher. Les moteurs ne
doivent pas toucher le plancher.
N'installez pas le lave-vaisselle sur un plancher recouvert de
moquette.
Protegez le lave-vaisselle et les conduites d'eau allant au lave-
vaisselle contrele gel. Les deg_tscauses par le gel ne sont pas
couverts par la garantie.
Verifiez I'emplacement d'installation du lave-vaisselle.
L'emplacement doit disposer des elements suivants :
• acc_s facile a I'eau, a I'electricite eta la vidange;
• acc_s pratique au chargement et au dechargement de la vaisselle.
Les emplacements en coin necessitent un degagement minimal
de 2 po (5,1 cm).entre le c6te de la porte du lave-vaisselle et le
mur ou I'armoire.
• II doit exister un degagement de 25-5/8 po (65,1 cm)au minimum
I'avant du lave-vaisselle pour permettre I'ouverture complete
de la porte.
Comptoir
i/Lave-vaisselle_ __
25-5/8"
65,1 cm)
Degagement de 2 po (5,1 cm)
minimum pour I'ouverture de
la porte.
• compl_tement etanche desdeuxc6tes, a I'arri_re et au sommet.
• ouverture carree pour un fonctionnement et un aspect approprie.
• avant de I'armoire perpendiculaire au plancher.
• plancher a niveau. (Si le planchera I'avant de I'ouverture n'est
pas au niveau de celui a I'arri_re de I'ouvertu re, des cales
peuvent 6tre necessaires pour mettre le lave-vaisselle a niveau .)
REMARQUE : Pour eviter tout deplacement pendant le
fonctionnement du lave-vaisselle, les cales doivent 6tre solidement
fixees au sol.
Si le lave-vaisselle ne va pas 6tre utilise pendant une periode de
temps ou se trouve dans un endroit ot] il peut 6tre soumis au gel,
faites-le hiveriser par un personnel de service autoris&
Assurez-vous que les conduites, les c_bles et les tuyaux de vidange
se trouvent dans la zone ombree de la section <<Dimensions de
decoupe >>.
Conseil pratique : Si le plancher dans la zone del'ouverture
du lave-vaisselle est inegal (exemple : plancher en carrelage
seulement a mi-chemin dans I'ouverture), vous devez accorder
un soin particulier a la mesure des dimensions eta la mise
niveau du lave-vaisselle.

Dimensions du produit
22 po (59 cm)*
t_
cI
18 po (45,7 cm) -_-I
* a I'avant du cadre de porte
VUE LATI_RALE
17-1/2po(44,5cm)rain. I
18po(45,7cm)max._
n
VUE ARRII_RE
32-1/2 po
(82,5 cm) min.,
35 po (88,9 cm) max.
Dimensions de d_coupe
4
(10,2 cm)
Toutes lessurfaces doivent
_tre depourvuesd'intrusions
/
17-5/8 po (44,8 cm) min.
18 po (45,7 cm) max.
24 po
t
34 po a 35 po
(86,4 cm
cm)*
(61 cm)
min.
*Dessousdu comptoirau plancher.
Percez des trous dansla zone ombree des parois de I'armoire ou
dans le plancher pour les travaux de plomberie et d'electricite.
Remarque : L'installation ADA, 32-1/2 po (82,5 cm)sous les
comptoirs eleves de 34 po (86,4 cm) peut 6tre realisee en ajustant
la plintheet les pieds de mise a niveau.

Configuration requise pour la vidange
• Utilisezle nouveau tuyau de vidange fourni avec votre lave-
vaisselle. S'il n'est pas assez long, utilisez un nouveau tuyau de
vidange d'une Iongueur maximale de 10 pi (3,05 m) conforme
toutes les normes actuelles de testAHAM/IAPMO, resistant ala
chaleur et aux detergents; utilisez un tuyau de diametre interne
5/8 po (1,58cm) ou 7/8 po (2,2 cm)et un coupleurpour raccorder
les deux extremites du tuyau. Securisez le raccordement a I'aide
de deux colliers
• Raccordez le tuyau de vidange a I'entree du te de vidage ou du
broyeur de dechets au-dessus du siphon dans la plomberie de
I'habitation eta 32 po (81,3 cm) minimum au-dessus du plancher.
II est recommande que le tuyau de vidange, soit forme une boucle
et soit solidement fixe sous le compteur, ou qu'il soit raccorde
une coupure anti-retour.
• Utilisez une coupure anti-retour si le tuyau de vidange est
raccorde a une plomberie d'habitation inferieure a 18 po (45,7 cm)
au-dessus du plancher.
• Utilisez des raccords de conduite de vidange de diam_tre
interieur egal a 1/2 po minimum.
• Ne raccordez pas les conduites de vidange provenant d'autres
dispositifs au tuyau de vidange du lave-vaisselle.
Configuration requise pour I'alimentation
en eau
oUne conduite d'eau chaude avec une pression d'eau de 20-120
psi (138-862 kPa).
o Eau du lave-vaisselle a 120°F (49°C).
o Tubeen cuivre de diam_tre exterieur 3/8 poavec un raccord de
compression ou une conduite de remplissage tressee flexible en
acierinoxydable (tube en plastique de 1/2 po minimum non
recommande).
• Un coude a90 ° avec filetagesexternes detuyau N.P.Tde 3/8 po
une extremite.
Ne soudez pas a moins de6 po (15,2 cm) de la valved'arrivee d'eau.
Configuration requise pour I'_lectricit_
Contactez un electricien qualifi&
Assurez-vous que I'installation electrique soit adequate et en
conformite avectous les codes et r_glements nationaux et Iocaux.
Vous devez disposer des elements suivants :
• Alimentation electrique de 120 volts, 60 Hz, courant alternatif
uniquement, 15 ou 20 amperes, protegee par fusible.
• Le c_blage doit 6tre a 2ills avec une mise ala terre.
Nous recornmandons
• Un fusible temporise ou un disjoncteur.
• Un circuit distinct.
Si vous raccordez le lave-vaisselle _I'aide d'un c_blage direct :
• Utilisez un c_ble flexible, blinde ou a blindage non metallique,
en cuivre avec un fil de mise a la terre conforme auxexigences
de c_blage devotre maison et aux codes et r_glements Iocaux.
Si vous raccordez le lave-vaisselle _I'aide d'un cordon
d'alimentation :
• Utilisez la trousse de cordon d'alimentation (piece numero
431 7824) destinee aux lave-vaisselle. La trousse comprend :
- Cordon d'alimentation a 3 c_bles et 16jauges homologue,
ULavec fiche de mise a la terre a 3 broches.
- Serre-c_ble Neer C-500 de 7/8 po.
- 3 connecteurs de c_ble.
- Oeillet, piece numero 302797
Respectez les consignes de la trousse pour I'installation du
cordon d'alimentation.
• Le cordon d'alimentation doit 6tre branche dans une prise a trois
broches, mise a la terre, situee dans I'armoire a c6te de
I'ouverture du lave-vaisselle. La prise doit respecter tous les
codes et r_glements Iocaux.

Instructions d'installation
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit
breaker box before installing dishwasher,
Failure to do so can resuR in death or electrical shock,
1. Debranchezl'alimentation electrique.
2. Coupez I'alimentation en eau.
Preparer I'ouverture de I'armoire _I'aide des
raccords de service existants
• Suivezles @tapes de cette section si vous installez le lave-
vaisselle dans une ouverture existante del'armoire a I'aide
des raccords de service.
• Si vous installez le lave-vaisselle dans une ouverture de
I'armoire depourvue de raccords, suivez les etapes sous la
section <<Preparation de I'ouverture de I'armoire dans un
em placement depourvu de raccords de service existants >>
1.Verifiez que la conduite
d'eau atteigne la partie
avant gauche de
I'ouvertu re dans laquelle
le raccordement d'eau
sera effectue.
2.Verifiez que le c_blage
direct atteigne I'avant
droit de I'ouverture oQ le
raccordement electrique
sera effectue.
Si la conduite d'eau et le c_ble direct vont suffisamment loin dans
I'ouverture, passez a la section suivante <<Installation du tuyau de
vidange >>.S'ils ne vont pas suffisamment loin, suivez les etapes
sous la rubrique <<Preparation de I'ouverture de I'armoire dans un
emplacement depourvu de raccords de service existants >>.
Installer le tuyau de vidange
IMPORTANT : Utilisez toujours un nouveau tuyau de vidange
m@me Iors de I'installation d'un nouveau lave-vaisselle de
remplacement.
1.Percez un trou de diametre 1-1/2 po (3,8 cm) dans la paroi de
I'armoire ou sur le plancher du c6te de I'ouverture la plus
proche de I'evier. l
2.Raccordez le tuyau de vidange au te de vidage ou au broyeur
de dechets a I'aide d'une des methodes suivantes :
• Option 1, broyeur de dechets - avec coupure anti-retour
• Option 2, pas de broyeur de dechets - avec cou pure anti-retour
• Option 3, broyeur de dechets - pas de coupure anti-retour*
• Option 4, pas de broyeur de dechets - pas de coupure anti-retour
•Une coupure anti-retour est recommandee
Conseil pratique : Pour reduire les vibrations du tuyau,
maintenez-le a I'ecart du plancher et de I'extremite du trou oQ
il passe a travers I'armoire.
Option 1, broyeur de d6chets -avec coupureanti-retour :
1.Retirez le bouchon d'alveole defongable du broyeur. Coupez
I'extremite du tuyau de vidange si necessaire (ne coupez pas la
section ondulee).
2.Fixez letuyau de vidange a la coupure anti-retour a I'aided'un
grand collier de serrage a ressort. Si letuyau de vidange a ete
coupe, utilisez un collier de serrage avis de 1-1/2 po a 2 po
(3,8 a 5cm)*.
3. Utilisez un connecteur de tuyau en caoutchouc*avec collier de
serrage a ressort ou avis * pour raccorder la coupure anti-retour
I'entree du broyeur.
Ce raccordement dolt s'effectuer en amont du siphon eta au
moins 20 po (50,8 cm) au-dessus du plancher sur lequel le lave-
vaisselle est install@.
tuyau devid.ange- .
_ _ coupez ICl Sl necessalre
_--__..._ _ oYnnanUeet eCua°utch°uc
_ ,g •
coupure anti-retour
rand collier
de serrage
ressort
au de
vidange
Siphon
* Pi_ces disponibles au magasin local d'approvisionnement en
plomberie.

Option 2, pas de broyeur de d_chets - avec coupure anti-retour
1.Coupez I'extremite du tuyau de vidange si necessaire (ne coupez
pas la section ondulee).
2.Fixez le tuyau de vidange a la coupu re anti-retour a I'aide d'un
grand collier de serrage a ressort. Si le tuyau de vidange a ete
coupe, utilisez un collier de serrage a vis de 1-1/2 po a 2 po
(3,8 a 5 cm)*.
3.Utilisez un connecteur de tuyau en caoutchouc *avec colliers de
serrage a ressort ou avis* pour raccorder la coupure anti-retour
au te de vidage.
Ce raccordement dolt s'effectuer en amont du siphon eta au moins
20 po (50,8 cm) au-dessus du plancher sur lequel le lave-vaisselle
est installe.
tuyau de vidange -
coupez ici si necessaire
connecteur de tuyau
en caoutchouc coupure
grand collier
ressort
tuyau de
Siphon _ vidange
* Pieces disponibles au magasin local d'approvisionnement en plomberie.
Option 3, broyeur de d_chets - pas de cou pure anti-retour*
1.Retirez le bouchon d'alveole defon9able du broyeur. Ne coupez
pas I'extremite du tuyau de vidange.
2.Fixez le tuyau de vidange a I'entree du broyeur de dechets a I'aide
d'un grand collier de serrage a ressort.
Ce raccordement dolt s'effectuer en amont du siphon eta au moins
20 po (50,8 cm) au-dessus du plancher sur lequel le lave-vaisselle
sera installe.
grand collier de
__a_ea rey _
entreedi tuyau devidange
Siphon
* Pi_ces disponibles au magasin local d'approvisionnement en
plomberie.
Option 4, pas de broyeur de d_chets - pas de coupure anti-retour
1.Coupez I'extremite du tuyau de vidange si necessaire (ne coupez
pas la section ondulee).
2.Fixez le tuyau de vidange au te de vidage a I'aide d'un collier de
serrage a vis de 1-1/2 po a 2 po (3,8 a 5 cm)*.
Ce raccordement dolt s'effectuer en amont du siphon eta au moins
20 po (50,8 cm) au-dessus du plancher sur lequel le lave-vaisselle
est installe. II est recommande que le tuyau de vidange forme une
boucle et soit solidement fixe sous le compteur.
_ tuyaudevidange-
coupez ici si necessaire
tuyau en caoutchouc
collier de
geavs
vidage ! _ _tuyaudevidange
J I I tJ
* Pi6ces disponibles au magasin local d'approvisionnement en plomberie.
Pr_parez I'ouverture de I'armoire Iorsqu'il
n'existe pas de raccord de service
Raccordement dlectrique
Option 1, m_thode de c_blage direct :
Conseil pratique : Le c_blage du lave-vaisselle est plus facile
realiser si vous acheminez le c_ble dans I'ouverture de
I'armoire a partir du c6te droit. I
1.Percez un trou de 3/4 emplacements emptacements
po (1,9 cm)dans le c6te eptiennels pref6r6s
droit de I'armoire,
I'arri_re ou dans le
pla ncher. Les
emplacements preferes
et optionnels sont illustres.
2.Armoire en bois : Poncez
le trou jusqu'a ce qu'il soit
lisse au toucher.
Armoire metallique : couvrez le trou avec un ceillet, non fourni.
3.Acheminez le c_ble de I'alimentation par le biais du trou de
I'armoire (le c_ble dolt s'etendre vers le c6te avant droit de
I'ouverture de I'armoire). C_ble ruban vers le plancher de 6 po
en face de I'unite. Cela emp6che le mouvement du c_ble Iorsque
le lave-vaisselle est deplace dans I'ouverture de I'armoire.