Install custom panel
Option 1: For models KUDS03FTPA and KUDU03FTPA
NOTE: The handle for the custom panel is not included.
IMPORTANT: If the handle is attached from the back of the
custom panel, the screw holes should be countersunk for
the screws heads to be flush with the panel. If the handle is
attached to the front of the custom panel, the screw lengths
cannot exceed the panel thickness. For more information on
KitchenAid custom handle selection, refer to the KitchenAid
Catalog, visit www.kitchenaid.com, or call 1-800-422-1230.
NOTE: A customer-supplied full front panel must weigh no
more than 16 pounds (7.3 kg) and must be made to specific
dimensions. It is recommended that a cabinetmaker cut the
custom panel because of the precise dimensions needed.
NOTE: All mounting hardware supplied is for a 3/4"
(19.1 mm) thick wood panel. If a thinner wood panel, or
materials other than wood are used, it is the consumer’s
responsibility to obtain the proper length screws and adjust
the pilot holes accordingly.
IMPORTANT: Use a moisture resistant sealer on both sides
and all edges of the panel to protect it from humidity.
1. With a TORX
®
screwdriver, remove three screws from both
sides, as shown; hold the outer panel up while removing
the screws. Save screws for reinstallation.
2. Gently set outer panel aside.
3. Lay the cutomer-supplied custom panel face down on a
protective, non-scratching surface.
*This dimension is for 4" (10.2 cm) toe kick. If the installation needs a higher
toe kick, adjust the height of the wood panel accordingly. Not recommended
for toe kicks greater than 6" (15.2 cm).
13
23-1/2" (59.7 cm) *30-3/16" (76.7 cm)
3/4" (19.1 mm)
custom panel dimensions
4. Measure 9-29/32" (25.2 cm) from top edge and mark a line
on the back of customer-supplied custom panel.
5. Position the outer panel on the back of the customer-
supplied custom panel as shown, so that the top holes in
the outer panel are on the line, and both panels are
centered side to side.
6. Mark all four hole locations; remove outer panel. Drill
3/32" pilot holes 1/2" (13 mm) deep in customer-supplied
custom panel.
7. Place the outer panel on the back of the customer-
supplied custom panel; align holes.
8. Attach outer panel to back of customer-
supplied custom panel with the four
#10-16 x 3/8" hex head screws supplied in
the literature package.
9. Attach the handle. The handle should be centered on the
front of the customer-supplied custom panel in the area
shown.
IMPORTANT: Screw heads must be flush with back of
customer-supplied custom panel.
10. Attach the panel assembly to the door by reinstalling the
three screws on each side; do not tighten completely. This
will hold the panel assembly in place on the door frame.
mark pilot holes
6" (15.2 cm)
hex head
screw
3 screws
3 screws
outer panel
mark line
back
top edge
9-29/32"
(25.2 cm)
customer-supplied
custom panel
3 screws
3 screws