Amana Undercounter Dishwasher Installation Instructions Manual
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Installation
Instructions
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Undercounter Dishwasher
Keep instructions for future reference. Be sure manual stays
with dishwasher. Read entire instruction and Owners
Manual before beginning installation.
You'll Need a Few Tools
Before You Begin
Remove Kickplate
1. Remove two screws at front of
the kickplate assembly.
2. Tilt kickplate forward to remove.
3. Locate water inlet valve behind
kickplate on the bottom left
underside of unit. This valve has
a
3
/8" NPT female fitting
4. Wrap 90° elbow (not included)
with pipe thread tape (or apply
joint compound) and thread into
water inlet valve.
5. Tighten elbow with a wrench,
leaving elbow pointing toward
rear of unit. To prevent
bending of bracket or
breaking of valve, avoid
overtightening.
PREPARE TO
INSTALL
DISHWASHER
AND ROUGH IN
1
Each home installation differs. You
will need additional parts, not
included, to complete installation:
Parts you will need
(not included)
Drain hose clamp, 1
1
/4" diameter
Water supply line or tubing
Elbow, 90° with a
3
/8" National Pipe
Thread (NPT)
Strain Relief Bushing (
3
/4" box
connector)
Wire nuts (2) for 12 to 14 gauge wire
Parts you may need
(not included)
‘Y’ branch tailpiece and connector kit
Air Gap Kit
Fasteners for floor anchoring
Electrical power cord, 12 to 14 gauge
Verify location has the proper drain,
water and electrical outlets to make
the connections. See
Location and
Electrical Requirement Considerations
in this instruction. Also see
Dishwasher, Cabinet, and Supply
Dimensions
in this instruction.
Remove any carpet from area to
provide motor clearance. Floor should
be flat and free of any obstruction.
Do not install dishwasher under a
cooktop. Damage will occur.
water
inlet valve
Screw
Drivers
Level
Tape Measure
Drill and DrillBit
3
/
16
",
1
/
4
",
5
/
16
"
Socket Driver
Duct
Tape
Pipe Thread Tape
Electrical Tape
Open End Wrenches
Dishwasher, Cabinet and Supply Dimensions
33
3
/4"
min.
3
3
/4"
22
1
/2"
from rear to center
of water inlet valve
from floor to water
inlet valve
junction box
(not visible)
from rear to
junction box
drain hose
do not remove
from dishwasher
door in open
position
49
1
/4"
23
7
/8"
24
1
/2"
16
3
/8"
17
3
/4"
left side front right side
2
ROUGH-IN
ELECTRIC AND
WATER
Review all dimensions in
Dishwasher,
Cabinet, and Supply Requirements
to
locate dishwasher’s drain, water, and
electrical connections. Do not cross drain,
water, and electrical lines in front of
dishwasher motor or frame.
Electrical Rough-In
Electrical junction box is located on right side of the dishwasher behind
the kickplate assembly.
1. Cut access hole in shaded area shown in
Dishwasher, Cabinet, and
Supply Requirements
.
2. Route electrical cable through hole into installation area.
Water Rough-In
Determine where you will connect to hot water supply. See shaded area shown
in
Dishwasher, Cabinet, and Supply Requirements
in this instruction. Verify
water inlet valve is protected from freezing. If valve freezes and ruptures,
flooding may occur. Do not use furnished drain hose or a garden hose for water
supply line.
1. Determine amount of tubing needed to connect hot water supply to the
dishwasher’s water inlet valve.
• Copper tubing must have a minimum
3
/8" outer diameter.
• High pressure and high temperature rated plastic tubing with a minimum
inner diameter of
1
/4" may be used.
• A shut off valve installed outside the dishwasher cabinet is recommended.
2. Cut a water access hole in shaded area in
Dishwasher, Cabinet, and
Supply Requirements
.
3. Route water supply line into installation area and to water inlet valve as shown.
• Do not solder within 6" of the water inlet valve. Damage to the plastic
parts in the valve may occur.
through
wall
through floor
shut off valve
90° 90°
7
1
/2"
1
1
/2"
6"
1
1
/2"
6"
3"
18"
4"
electrical, water
and drain lines
must be confined
to shaded area
hot
water
line
electrical
wiring
24"
24
1
/4"
min
34
1
/4"
min
CONNECT
DRAIN
3
Drain Connection
Local codes may require you to install an air gap kit (not included) if you connect
to a sink trap. Plumbing material and drain hose must not come in contact
with wiring or electrical components. Do not remove drain hose from side
of dishwasher.
1. If connecting to a sink drain, entry will need to be above trap.
• A ‘Y’ branch tailpiece and connector kit (not included) will make this method easier and includes all needed
fittings and instructions.
2. If connecting to a sink trap an air gap kit may be required.
• Review local codes.
• The drain hose will be routed from the dishwasher to the air gap inlet.
• An air gap kit is available from a plumbing supply store.
3. If connecting to a disposal, the large end of drain hose will fit.
• The knock out plug must be removed from inside the disposer inlet before making the final fit to the drain hose.
4. Before cutting drain hose access, check both sides of selected area to avoid interference. Cut a 2" diameter hole
in shaded area shown in
Dishwasher, Cabinet and Supply Dimensions
.
• If cabinet wall is wood, sand any rough edges until smooth and rounded.
• If cabinet wall is metal, cover all sharp edges with electrical or duct tape to avoid cutting drain hose.
5. Start routing drain hose through access hole continuing to feed drain hose while moving dishwasher into position.
Use caution to prevent damage to the dishwasher, floor, and cabinets.
• Make sure there are no sharp bends or kinks that might restrict drain flow.
6. Secure drain hose to sink drain, disposer or separate trap with a clamp.
• Be careful not to overtighten clamp or damage may occur to the end of the hose.
• Do not connect hose to horizontal pipe between sink drain and disposer.
7. Verify dishwasher does not rest on drain hose. It should be free of electrical components and door springs.
• Do not cut corrugated drain hose.
• Pull excess through cabinet and place under sink. Raising drain hose may result in extra pressure and poor
draining of dishwasher.
• Verify hose does not contact any sharp edges.
Y-branch tailpiece
trap
right side
install
remove knockout
plug in disposer
2" access hole
2" access hole
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
!
To reduce risk of the appliance tipping, it must be secured by a
properly installed anchor.
2000 Amana Appliances
Amana, Iowa 52204
Installation 154382601
Part No. 12422703
Printed in U.S.A. 08/00
• DO NOT USE
DISHWASHER UNTIL
COMPLETELY INSTALLED.
• INJURY TO PERSONS
COULD RESULT.
• INSTALL ANCHORS
PACKED WITH
DISHWASHER
• DO NOT PUSH DOWN ON
OPEN DOOR.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electrical shock,
personal injury, or death, plumbing
material and drain hose must not
come in contact with wiring or
electrical components.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electrical shock,
personal injury, or death,
disconnect electrical power at the
fuse box or circuit breaker before
beginning installation.
CAUTION
!
To avoid risk of property damage:
• Do not solder within 6" of the water
inlet valve. Damage to the plastic
parts in the valve may occur.
• Use care that sealer, dirt or
other objects do not enter the
valve. Damage to the filter
screen may occur.
• Verify dishwasher is placed
where the water inlet valve will
be kept from freezing. If the
valve freezes it may rupture and
flooding may occur.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electric shock,
personal injury, or death:
• Do not connect the dishwasher
to the power supply until the
appliance is permanently
grounded.
• All wiring connections must be
enclosed in the junction box.
This unit has copper lead wires.
• Joining aluminum building wire to
stranded copper wire should be
done by a qualified electrician
using materials recognized by UL
and local codes.
• Do not use an extension cord.
CAUTION
!
To avoid risk of property damage,
do not use the furnished drain
hose or a rubber garden hose for
the water supply line. Either of
these hoses can burst, flooding
may occur.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electrical shock,
personal injury, or death,
electrical, water and drain lines
must be confined to shaded areas
in
Dishwasher, Cabinet and
Supply Dimensions
. Electric
conductors, water and drain could
be damaged.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electrical shock,
personal injury, or death, observe
all local codes and ordinances for
electrical and plumbing
connections. All electrical and
plumbing work should be
performed by qualified persons.
4
FINISH WATER
AND ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS
Final electrical connection
1. Remove the junction box cover and route house wiring into
junction box.
• Use a UL listed strain-relief bushing (not included) at box to
stabilize wiring.
2. Inside junction box, attach ground wire under head of grounding
screw and tighten.
3. Connect the incoming black lead to dishwasher’s black lead and
the incoming white lead to dishwasher’s white lead.
• Use wire nuts or other suitable connectors (not included).
• Wire nuts or connectors should be tight.
• Wrap electrical tape around all connections.
4. Replace junction box cover.
strain relief
junction box
cover
Final water connection
Do not solder within 6" of the water inlet valve. Damage to the plastic parts in
the valve may occur. A kinked water or drain hose can cause problems.
Do not remove drain hose from side of unit.
1. Flush water line before connecting it to water inlet valve to prevent early
clogging of the filter screen.
• Use care that no sealer, dirt of other objects enter the valve. Damage to
the filter screen may occur.
• Turn off water supply at shut off valve.
2. While firmly pulling water supply line into 90° elbow, tightly connect water
supply to water inlet valve. Supply line must be free of kinks, scales,
chips, and lubricants.
3. Turn on water and check for leaks.
4. If water inlet valve clogs, verify water supply is turned off. Remove the
four screws at inlet end of valve and clean the filter screen.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electrical shock,
personal injury, or death,
disconnect electrical power at
the fuse box or circuit breaker
before beginning installation.
Consider Description
Location
Locate dishwasher where there is easy access to drain, water and electrical
lines. The best location is on either side of the kitchen sink for access to existing
plumbing and ease in loading dishes.
Use dimensions shown in this manual to determine space needed for
installation. If dishwasher is to be placed in a corner, there must be at least a
2" side clearance to open the dishwasher door. If dishwasher is installed at the
end of a cabinet line, sides and back must be fully enclosed.
Electrical, water and drain lines must be confined to the shaded areas in
Dishwasher, Cabinet, and Supply Dimensions.
Electrical Requirements
Electrical Supply
Dishwasher operates on a 120 volt, 60 Hz electrical supply. Provide a separate
circuit with a fuse or circuit breaker rated for at least 15 amps (20 amps if
connected with disposer) but not more than 20 amps.
Verify electrical power has been disconnected at fuse box or circuit breaker box.
Grounding Instructions
The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system. The equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the appliance’s equipment grounding terminal or
lead. It is the consumer’s responsibility to contact a qualified installer to make
sure the electrical installation conforms with the National Electrical Code along
with local codes and ordinances.
5
LEVEL AND
ANCHOR THE
DISHWASHER
Leveling the Dishwasher within Cabinets
1. Measure height of cabinet opening from the underside of countertop to floor.
2. Move dishwasher to front of installation area.
3. Using a
3
/16" socket wrench, loosen the front and rear leveling legs by
turning counterclockwise. Refer to chart for estimated number of turns.
Front levelers should allow
1
/4" below underside of countertop.
Countertop Anchoring
The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from tilting when door is
opened. Dishwasher MUST rest on floor—do not hang from countertop.
1. Verify dishwasher is level (see above).
2. Screw mounting brackets firmly to countertop using screws provided
with dishwasher.
3. Open and close dishwasher door slowly. If door hits mounting
bracket screw heads, adjust front levelers.
Leg Leveler Adjustment Chart
Height of Cabinet
Opening
Number of Turns
to Adjust Levelers
34" (86.4cm) 0
34 1/8" (86.7cm) 2
34 5/16" (87.2cm) 6
34 1/2" (87.6cm) 9
For additional height add shims under
levelers
Floor Anchoring
This procedure is difficult and should be used only if countertop
mounting brackets cannot be used.
1. Screw
1
/4" lag screws (not included) through holes provided in frame rail.
2. Use expansion fasteners if floor is concrete.
front leveler
rear leveler
4. If levelers have to be removed, make sure floor is free of obstructions.
5. Place dishwasher inside cabinet area so that it is centered in opening.
Use caution when moving dishwasher to prevent damage to dishwasher,
floor and cabinets.
6. Verify dishwasher is level from side to side by placing a level against the
top front section of the tub.
7. Verify dishwasher is level from front to back by removing dish rack and
placing level in the bottom of the tub.
8. Adjust levelers up or down until dishwasher is level.
6
RUN ONE CYCLE AND
REPLACE KICKPLATE
Before starting the dishwasher, check these items:
• All packing materials and consumer literature have
been removed from unit
• Dishwasher is level and securely fastened.
• Open and close door to make sure it does not hit
surrounding cabinet or countertop.
• Water and drain lines do not have kinks.
• Water supply is turned on.
• Wiring connections to junction box are tight.
• Joints are free of leaks.
Operate the dishwasher through at least one fill and
pump-out, checking the following items:
• At first fill, make sure water completely covers filter
surface. (Motor pump sound may be heard before
water enters unit).
• At pump-out, make sure all water is pumped out.
• Check water connections for leaks.
use provided
#8 x
5
/8"
screws
When dishwasher operation has been verified, kickplate
can be replaced:
1. Tilt kickplate backward and place on dishwasher.
2. Secure two screws at front of the kickplate assembly.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of electrical shock,
personal injury, or death, if all
connections are correct, there are
no leaks, and unit runs properly,
replace the kickplate assembly
before placing unit into operation.
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Amana Undercounter Dishwasher Installation Instructions Manual
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