Installation Manual 18 Inch Stainless Steel Dishwasher F18DWS250SS
CONTENTS CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................................................2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................................3 INSTALLATION PREPARATION ......................................................................................................................5 PREPARE DISHWASHER .................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions for the consumer’s and local inspector’s use. Note to Consumer- Keep these instructions with your Owner’s Manual for future reference. Skill Level – Installation of this dishwasher requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Materials for New Installations Only: Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable Hand shut-off valve Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable PARTS SUPPLIED Four #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8” long to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop (in literature package).
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tubing Cutter Drills and Bits INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS For New Installations Only: Hole Saw Set 4
INSTALLATION PREPARATION The minimum required space when the door open (Fugure B) ” 20.5" Dishwasher 24.8" The door of Dishwasher 25.9” 1 7 .6 32.1” 3.2" Cabinet 22.0” 23" Min. 4" Cabinets Square and Plumb 17.7" Min. Figure A ” Plumbing and Electric Service Must Enter Shaded Area The rough cabinet opening must be at least 23” deep and 17.7” wide. The opening should be 32.5”-34.5” height.
INSTALLATION PREPARATION The type of drain installation depends on answers to the following questions: Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap? Will waste tee or disposer connection be less than 18” above the floor? Will installation have a drain loop less than 32” above floor? If the answer to ANY of the 3 questions above is YES, Method 1 MUST be used. Otherwise either Method 1 or Method 2 may be used. Figure C or Figure D.
INSTALLATION PREPARATION INSTALLATION PREPARATION PREPARE AND ROUTE THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the dishwasher cabinet opening. You Must Have: 120-volt, 60Hz, AC-only, 12-amp, fused electrical supply. We Recommend: A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. A separate circuit. Connecting Dishwasher with A Power Cord: Power cord must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening.
INSTALLATION PREPARATION The line may enter from either side, rear or floor within the shaded area shown in Figure F. Each cut an additional 1-4/5” dia. hole to accommodate the water line and the power cord. 1-4/5" Dia. Shut-off Hole Valve 1-4/5" Dia. Hole Water Line Connection DISHWASHER SETUP PREPARE HOT WATER LINE AND POWER CORD HOLE Turn off the water supply. Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location, such as under the sink.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION BEFORE YOU BEGIN STEP 2 – CHECK DOOR BALANCE STEP 1 – HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY Use a hex wrench to install the outside door handle. This step is only applicable to the F18DWS250SS model. + - Hexnut tools CR-V 0.157inch 30°~90°balance 6.61~15.43lbs Figure H After placed the panel on the dishwasher, please try open and close the door to test the balance to check out whether the door can remain a same place.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION STEP 3 – INSERT DRAIN HOSE AND POWER CORD THROUGH CABINET STEP 4 – SLIDE DISHWASHER PARTIALLY INTO CABINET DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time. Maximum Drain Hose Length 10' Water Line Drain Hose Power Cord Figure I Insert drain hose into cabinet wall hole. Insert the power cord into another cabinet wall hole.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION STEP 5 – POSITIONDISHWASHER UNDER COUNTERTOP STEP 6 – LEVEL DISHWASHER Check to be sure that wires are secure under the dishwasher and not pinched or in contact with other dishwasher components. IMPORTANT: Dishwasher must be level for proper dish rack operation and wash performance. Place level on door and rack track inside the tub as shown to check that the dishwasher is level. Push dishwasher into cabinet.
INSTALLATION STEP 7 – FIXATION OF DISHWASHER 1. Fixing the dishwasher with the cabinet by turning the screws. 2. Plug the four hole plugs into the holes in the sketch map. + - Adjust the front feet + - + - ST4*26 hole plug Adjust the back feet Figure J TIP: Pull lower rack out, about halfway. Check to be sure the rack does not roll forward or back into dishwasher. If the rack rolls in either direction, the dishwasher must be leveled again.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Water Line Connection STEP 8 – CONNECT DRAIN LINE FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES. The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8” 3/4” or 1” diameter connectionson the air grap, waste tee or disposer. Cut on the marked line as required for your installation. Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using either previously determined method.
INSTALLATION STEP 9 – CONNECT POWER SUPPLY INSTALLATION 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. Power supply cord - Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Remove Disposer Plug TIP: Avoid unnecessary service call charges. Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
INSTALLATION 4.53 inch Kick plate can move up and down. When you are fixing the kick plate, if the upper and lower adjustment distance of the kick plate can not meet the installation requirements, you can ser a sharp knife to cut one piece along the groove in the kick plate (three pieces can be cut down, and each piece is 10 mm high. Note that it requires professionals to operate. Control Panel Ornamental door External Door Reference Dimension Serial Number 4.33 inch max 3.
INSTALLATION STEP 12 – DISHWASHER WET TEST Review this list after installing your dishwasher to avoid charges for a service call that is not covered by your warranty. Plug power cord into outlet. Power on and select Rinse Wash program. Close door and press the start buttons. Check to be sure that water enters the dishwasher. If water does not enter the dishwasher, check to be sure that water and power are turned on. Check for leaks under the dishwasher.
