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Installation Preparation
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep, 24"
wide and approximately 34-1/2" high from fl oor to underside
of the countertop.
• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no
more than 10’ in length for proper drainage.
• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and
back, and must not support any part of the enclosure.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fi re, or injury to persons, the
installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed
at the time of installation.
CLEARANCES:
When
installed into a corner,
allow 2" min. clearance
between dishwasher and
adjacent cabinet, wall or
other appliances. Allow
28-3/8" min. clearance
from the front of the
dishwasher for door
opening.
Figure B
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
• Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 10’ distance to drain.
NOTE:
Air gap must be used, if waste tee or disposer
connection is less than 18" above floor, to prevent siphoning.
DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD
The type of drain installation depends on the following
questions.
■
Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
■
Is waste tee less than 18" above floor?
Is waste tee less than 18" above floor?
If the answer to either question is YES, Method 1 MUST
be used.
• If the answers are NO, either method may be used.
CABINET PREPARATION
• Drill a 1-1/2" diameter hole in the cabinet wall within
the shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hose
connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp edges.
IMPORTANT:
When connecting
drain line to disposer, check to be
sure that drain plug has been
removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT
DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
Remove
Drain
Plug
923-10N
Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required by local codes and ordinances.
The air gap must be installed according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Method 2 – Built-in “High Drain Loop” with Waste Tee or Disposer
Note:
Avoid unnecessary service call charges. Always be
sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attaching
dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
Figure C
Figure D
Figure B
3
Figure A
923-40A
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Drain Hose Hanger
923-40B
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Drain Hose Hanger