KitchenAid 9741183 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. Installation Instructions Undercounter Dishwasher Important Read and save these instructions Important e Installer Leave Installation Instructions with the Homeowner e Homeowner Keep Installation Instructions for future reference Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector s use Part No 9741183 Rev A A WARNING Personal Injury Product Damage Hazard e Avoid opening dishwasher door before dishwasher is installed e If dishwasher is to be installed freestanding not in cabinet enclosure dishwasher must be secured to the floor using Kit No 4162841 available from your local dealer Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury or product damage CAUTION Floor Damage Keep cardboard shipping base or plywood under dishwasher until it is installed or slide dishwasher onto cardboard or hardboard before moving across the floor Failure to do so may cause damage to floor covering Important Observe all governing codes and ordinances WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrical ground is required e Electrical wiring and components must not contact any plumbing materials or drain hose e Electrical wiring water supply line and drain line must not contact any exposed terminals of the dishwasher wiring Plumbing and wiring should not cross in front of motor or dishwasher Failure to follow these in2. lt a a Make electrical connection See Electrical connection Panel B CHECK ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS BE SURE YOU HAVE CORRECT ELECTRICAL SUPPLY AND RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD Check that all parts have been installed and no steps were skipped Check that no screws have fallen into the tub Reinstall rack in dishwasher Turn on electrical and water supplies 4A i gt Start dishwasher on full wash cycle Allow it to run 5 minutes Check that dishwasher is working properly and that there are no leaks Open dishwasher door to stop cycle Check that water inside dish washer is warm Close dishwasher door and press CANCEL DRAIN When dishwasher stops open door and check for proper draining channel access panel 2 screws a7 Install top of access panel into channel and rotate panel towards dish washer Reattach the access panel with two screws Check that the opening at the bottom of access panel is clear so air can circulate to cool motor Panel E If dishwasher does not operate Check that e the circuit breaker is not tripped or the house fuse blown e dishwasher door is closed tightly and latched securely e dishwasher rack is in place e dishwasher cycle has been set correctly e water has been turned on e electrical power has not been interrupted Note If the motor has stopped because of overload it will automatically reset itself within a few minutes A detail
3. I NFPA 70 latest edition and all local codes and ordinances Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or death if codes permit and a separate ground ing wire is used it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the grounding path is adequate A single phase 115 volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused electrical supply is required Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided This appliance may be connected with flexible armored or non metallic sheathed copper cable with grounding wire A conduit connector must be installed at the junction box Wire sizes COPPER WIRE ONLY must conform with the rating of the dishwasher Electrical connection terminal box Direct wire connection lt Cuta1 hole in the cabinet for the electrical wiring to pass through If this hole is cut in a wood cabinet the hole should be sanded until smooth If the hole is cut in a metal cabinet the hole must be covered by a grommet Part No 302797 Run flexible cable from fused disconnect circuit breaker or junction box through hole in cabinet Cable should extend 24 inches minimum from back wall and easily connect to terminal box Disconnect power supply e After dishwasher is installed in opening remove terminal box cover Install conduit connector to box fa su I
4. asher must be secured to the countertop to keep it from tilting when the door is open if dishwasher is to be installed freestanding not in cabinet enclosure dishwasher must be secured to the floor using Kit No 4162841 available from your local dealer e Do Not drop screws in dishwasher tub If screws should fall into pump pump and motor damage may occur Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury or product damage Panel D Doors and racks not shown for clarity Numbers correspond to steps lt e The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop or floor to prevent tipping when dishwasher door is opened Do Not drop screws in tub Countertop attachment Disconnect brackets located at top corners of flange Reattach brackets with bracket end facing away from dishwasher Using a 1 8 drill bit drill 3 4 deep starter holes through bracket holes into underside of countertop Do Not exceed 3 4 depth Attach brackets to underside of countertop using two screws from parts bag Make sure screw heads do not interfere with door equally spaced Open dishwasher door approximately 3 and check for equal spacing between inner door and tub sides If space is unequal loosen screws fastening dishwasher to countertop and shift tub Check that dishwasher is level and reattach screws 1 4 lag bolt front Floor attachment leveling leg Attach dishwasher to flo
5. bove trap Waste Disposer Connection Alternate methods If local plumbing codes permit dishwasher drain line may be connected directly to waste tee or waste disposer Do Not cut hose connector to fit when connecting directly to a disposer Cut drain waste tee hose connector to fit screw 20 min type clearance clamp to floor y Entry must be above trap Direct Connection to Waste Tee DO NOT cut hose connector to fit screw type 20 min clearance clamp to floor PA n Remove i disposer disposer Entry must be plug above trap Direct Connection to Waste Disposer With dishwasher in kitchen A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard e Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher e Make sure that water supply line drain hose and wiring do not touch any exposed terminals of the dishwasher wiring Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death A CAUTION Floor Damage Keep shipping base under dishwasher or slide dishwasher onto cardboard or hardboard before moving it across the floor Failure to do so may cause damage to floor covering access panel 2 screws Remove the 2 screws below the access panel Pull bottom of panel out and lift up and away from dishwasher Set access panel aside on a protective covering me Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of counter
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7. ed i ie E F a Flush water line into a bucket to get rid of any particles that may clog the inlet valve Turn shutoff valve to OFF position lt 9 Check that there are no sharp bends or kinks in the water line that may restrict water flow Drain requirements AXCAUTION Product Damage e The drain line connection to the house plumbing must be a minimum of 20 above the floor A lower drain connection may result in siphoning e If drain line is routed to a connection point less than 20 above the floor the drain line must form a loop 20 above the floor e Do Not kink hose and copper tubing Do Not use a drain line or fittings that are less than 1 2 I D Failure to follow these instructions could result in poor drainage or damage to the product The drain hose should be 9 16 minimum I D flexible hose or 5 8 O D copper tubing A minimum of 22 flexible drain hose or a 12 length of copper drain line with a 12 length of flexible hose is needed Flexible hose must be resistant to heat and detergent Do Not use a drain or fittings less than 1 2 I D Flexible hose is available through your local plumbing hardware or automotive supply stores If drain line is copper clamp a 12 length of 9 16 I D flexible heat and detergent resistant hose to the end of the copper drain line to connect to dishwasher valve 5 8 O D copper tubing 20 min above floor N 22 flexible h
8. ed troubleshooting checklist is provided in the Use and Care Guide If you need assistance The KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center will answer any questions about operating or maintaining your dishwasher not covered in the Installation Instructions The KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Just dial 1 800 422 1230 the call is free When you call you will need the dishwasher model number and serial number Both numbers can be found on the serial rating plate located on tub behind door If you need service In the event that your KitchenAid appliance should need service call the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or a KitchenAid authorized service company A KitchenAid authorized service company is listed in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under Appliances Household Major Service or Repair You can also obtain the service company s name and telephone number by dialing free within the continental United States the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 A special operator will tell you the name and number of your nearest KitchenAid authorized service company Maintain the quality built into your KitchenAid appliance call a KitchenAid authorized service company Part No 9741183 Rev A 1992 KitchenAid Registered Trademark of KitchenAid Printed on recycled paper Prepared
9. ll e electrical tape e flat blade screwdriver e grommet metal cabinets e 9 16 D heat and detergent resistant hose and clamps or 5 8 O D copper tubing and fittings e 1 8 drill bit e level Rear View 23 7 8 ecessed width 7 23 1 2 min 36 e measuring tape e 3 4 nut driver or socket wrench Phillips screwdriver e pipe joint compound e pliers shutoff valve square e 2 3 8 NPT street elbows or 90 compression elbows with 3 8 NPT at one end for copper line e 3 4 strain relief e supply line fittings e tubing cutter twist on wire connectors e wire cutters e drain hose e 1 screw type clamp 7 8 min to 1 1 4 max A CAUTION Product Damage e Heavy duty door springs must be used with custom panels that weigh more than 4 pounds Heavy duty door springs are attached to the right mounting bracket located behind the toe panel or can be ordered from your dealer or authorized parts distributor Order Door Spring Kit Part Number 9741247 Maximum door panel weight is 10 pounds Failure to follow these instructions could cause product damage Dishwasher door panel and access panel can be customized to match wood cabinets It is recommended that a cabinet maker cut the customized panel pieces because of the precise dimensions needed Cut wood panels so that wood grain matches direction of grain in cabinets e File or sa
10. met Part No 302797 required for electrical hole cut in metal cabinet Unshaded area must be s A 35 max free of pipes wires and 33 7 8 rain hose min with leveling legs removed I Il Note Measure from lowest point of underside of countertop 20 Important Observe all 5 aiiai a governing codes and valve location oa ordinances It is recommended that the electrical drain and water supply lines be located as close to the rear wall as possible Check location where dishwasher will be installed Location must provide e Easy access to water electricity and drainage lines e Convenient loading the best position is to the right or left of a sink e Opening that is square for proper dishwasher operation and appearance e Cabinet front that is perpendicular to e 2 adjustable floor wrenches for fittin copper tubing or e Protection so that water inlet valve and drain cannot freeze e 1 4 minimum clearance between motor and flooring to prevent the motor from overheating For installations where dishwasher will be left unused and subjected to freezing temperatures see Winterizing section of Use and Care Guide 2 screws pipe wrenches for alvanized or iron ittings bushin e 1 2 O D copper tubing or 3 8 pipe e 10 length of 5 8 O D soft copper tubing if high loop drain is needed e 1 drill bit or hole saw e electric dri
11. nd edges of wood panels Apply moisture resistant sealer on all sides of wood panels 1 4 thick al A 5 16 routed top and side edges for panel more than 1 4 thic more than 1 4 thick Modei A Be c 0 KUDA230Y KUDA23SY_ 23 9 16 17 7 16 23 11 16 6 5 8 All other r E i All other 23 9716 18 13 16 23 11 16 65 81 Dimensions for routing panel edges A 5 16 routed four sides for panel 1 4 max 5 16 min Custom panels more than 1 4 thick Route outer panel edge Custom panels less than 1 4 thick Install spacer behind panel Side View Panel B Electrical Requirements A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard e Electrical ground is required on this appliance e If cold water pipe is interrupted by plastic non metallic gaskets or other insulating materials Do Not use for grounding e Do Not ground to a gas supply pipe e Do Not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit could result in an electrical shock e Do Not modify the power supply cord plug e Do Not use an extension cord with this appliance e Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether this appliance is properly grounded It is the customer s responsibility to e Contact a qualified electrical installer Assure that the electrical supply is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code ANSI
12. nsert power cable through conduit connector on Using twist on connectors connect white wire power supply cable to white leads in terminal box Connect black wire of power supply cable with black wire in terminal box r e Connect grounding wire of power supply cable to grounding screw on dishwasher frame 1 s Tighten conduit connector screws Replace terminal box cover Flexible power supply cord connection 3 prong T grounding type wall receptacle 3 prong g grounding plug grounding cy power prong su cord gt Local codes may permit the use of a U L listed flexible three conductor 16 gauge power supply cord terminated with a three prong grounding type plug It is recommended that cord kit Part No 675456 available from your KitchenAid dealer or parts supplier be installed Follow installation instructions packaged with flexible power supply cord The flexible power supply cord used must e Be less than 6 feet in length e Meet National Electrical Code ANSI NEPA 70 latest edition and all local codes and ordinances e Not touch the dishwasher motor or lower portion of the dishwasher tub A grommet Part No 302797 must cover the hole cut in a metal cabinet for the flexible power supply cord To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating three prong grounding type wall receptacle grounded in accordance with National Electrical Code 70 lates
13. or using 1 4 lag bolts through holes in each side of dishwasher frame being careful to keep dishwasher level Doors and racks not shown for clarity Connect 3 8 NPT street elbow to a 90 compression elbow 3 8 NPT one end Connect street elbow to water valve Connect supply line to compression elbow or if galvanized pipe is used connect supply line to a second 3 8 NPT street elbow t Place screw type clamp over straight end of connector drain hose Attach drain hose to connector drain hose with screw type clamp Check that drain hose and connector drain hose are not twisted or kinked and that the connection is secure WARNING Personal Injury Property Damage Hazard Wear gloves and handle metal edges of panels carefully Cut metal edges are sharp and may cause personal injury or damage to other materials w KERETA i Remove the newspaper protecting the pump If color of door panel is to be changed or custom panels installed change panels now See Use and Care Guide for instructions E ak e Check dishwasher door for proper operation Door should close easily without slamming and should not fall open or shut from its own weight If door closes from an open position adjust door spring brackets upward to a different hole If door falls open too quickly move spring bracket downward If custom door panels weigh more than 4 pounds install heavy duty door springs ai
14. ose or 12 copper line with 12 flexible hose attached py aeae vais area If drain line is routed to a connection point less than 20 above floor use 5 8 Panel C O D copper tubing to form a loop 20 above the floor Make sure there are no kinks in hose or copper tubing NOTE An air gap MUST be used in the high drain loop if the drain line is connected to the house plumbing at a point lower than 20 above the floor If connection to an air gap is required air gap kits are available from local plumbing supply sources e Install air gap according to kit instructions e Entry must be above trap and at least 20 above the floor e Remove disposer knockout or plug before connecting drain line Note Most disposers have 7 8 connectors Connectors that adapt from the drain line to disposer are available from local plumbing supply sources Drain connection Important Remove the disposer knockout plug before connecting the drain hose Attach drain to waste tee or waste disposer See Recommended Methods and Alternate Methods he s Rough in drain line to cabinet opening through 1 hole in rear wall or floor Recommended methods Connect air gap to a waste tee or waste disposer using a rubber connector Cut hose connector to fit type clamps 20 min clearance to floor 20 min Remove clearance disposer to floor gfe inlet plug waste disposer Entry must be a
15. structions could result in electrical shock Fire Hazard s Do Not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring e Do Not pinch power supply cord or kink power supply cable between dishwasher and cabinet Cabinet opening must completely enclose sides top and back of dishwasher A side panel and wood top are available from your KitchenAid dealer for installing the dishwasher at the end of a cabinet Failure to do so may result in fire CAUTION Product Damage Protect dishwasher and water lines leading to dishwasher against freezing Failure to do so could cause inlet valve water lines and drain hose to rupture Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty Proper electrical drain and water supply lines must be installed within shaded area to prevent interference with dishwasher cabinet or other components Panel A 33 7 8 Product Dimensions Side View r J X X It is your responsibility to e Comply with the installation specifications and dimensions e Properly install dishwasher e Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation e Contact a qualified installer to insure that the electrical and plumbing installations meet national and local codes and ordinances e Provide a properly grounded outlet Corner location 2 min door to cabinet or wall Cut 1 diameter water line drain line and power cord openings within shaded area Grom
16. t edition and all local ordinances If a mating wall receptacle is not available it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician The receptacle should be installed on the rear or side wall of the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening Copies of the standard listed may be obtained from National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy Massachusetts 02269 Water requirements CAUTION Product Damage All solder connections must be made before the water line is connected to the dishwasher to prevent damage to the inlet valve e Do Not solder within 6 inches of the inlet valve The plastic part of the water inlet valve could be damaged Failure to follow these instructions may result in product damage Hot water line to dishwasher must provide 20 120 psi water pressure For best results the hot water heater should be set to deliver 120 F minimum temperature water except as noted in your Use and Care Guide Use 1 2 O D copper tubing or 3 8 galvanized pipe inlet line Dishwasher inlet valve has 3 8 internal pipe thread Water line connection i Disconnect electrical supply hs Rough in water line through the 1 hole in cabinet rear wall or floor to dishwasher cabinet opening See g aa a Install a shutoff valve in the water line where it can be easily us
17. top to floor Adjust dishwasher leveling legs to fit opening height back of dishwasher Drain hose water inlet line and electrical supply line routed through this area Place drain hose on left side of cabinet opening between motor and frame Check that rear cross channel does not contact drain electrical or water lines when dishwasher will be installed in its final location Do Not remove cross channel a Latch dishwasher door shut Grasp dishwasher door frame and slide dishwasher off of shipping base or cardboard and into cabinet opening Do Not push on dishwasher door panels or console Center dishwasher in opening Check that front leveling legs are firmly against floor 7 eAlign dishwasher door with cabinet front not doors Place a level against interior ome flange in the AA positions shown above Level N dishwasher front to back and side to E side by adjusting leveling legs newspaper Open dishwasher door and remove bottom rack Remove all shipping materials including foam shipping pieces from upper corners of door Do Not remove the white plastic plug buttons from the side of the door or the plastic bumpers from the front corners of the lower rack Place a newspaper or large sheet of paper over bottom of dishwasher to protect pump area when securing dishwasher to countertop A WARNING Personal Injury Product Damage Hazard e The dishw
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