Hobart LX18 Dishwasher User Manual


 
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Refer to the data plate on the front of the machine and the label inside the control drawer at the power
connection for proper selection.
Use stranded copper wire only.
1. Remove the cover plate at the upper right in the back of the machine (Fig. 1). A hole for 1" trade
size conduit is supplied in the cover plate.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
2. Open dishwasher door and remove the 2 screws (Fig. 2) securing the controls drawer. Close the
dishwasher door and open the controls drawer fully.
3. Install 1" trade conduit and fitting to the cover plate. A 90° fitting is recommended.
4. Feed wires over top of tank to strain relief(s) at rear of drawer. At least 32" and not more than 36"
of the required wire size must extend from the end of the conduit fitting.
5. Reinstall the cover plate (3 screws, Fig. 1).
6. For 8 AWG wire, run no more than 2 wires through any strain relief (two strain reliefs are provided).
Make electrical connections per the wiring diagram supplied with the machine, and secure wires
to power terminal block and ground.
For 12 or 14 AWG wire, run 3 wires (or 4 wires if required) through the strain relief provided by
Hobart. Make electrical connections per the wiring diagram supplied with the machine. Secure
wires to the power terminal block and ground. Keep excess wire in the drawer to a minimum.
7. Tighten the set screw on the strain relief(s) until they bottom out (on the shoulder of the body).
8. Close the control drawer and replace the screws.
PL-40163-1
Screws
Cover Plate
PL-40805-1