Avoiding General Hazards
Do not use the dishwasher
until it is completely
installed.
When open-
ing the door
on an uninstalled
dishwasher,
carefully
open
the door
while
supporting
the rear of the unit. Failure
to follow
this warning
can cause the dishwasher
to tip over and result
in serious
injury.
Before
installing
the "L"-shaped
supplied
countertop
mounting
brack-
ets (select
models),
decide
which
method
will be used to secure the
dishwasher
into
its
opening.
Once
these
mounting
brackets
are
installed
on the dishwasher,
removing
them
is difficult
and will dam-
age the mounting
brackets
and the dishwasher.
In some conditions,
hydrogen
gas can form in a hot water
system that
has not been used for weeks. Hydrogen
gas is explosive.
Before
filling a dishwasher
from a system that has been off for weeks,
run the water from a nearby faucet
in a well ventilated
area until there
is no sound or evidence
of gas.
Temperatures
required
for soldering
and sweating
will damage
the
dishwasher's
base and water
inlet valve.
If plumbing
lines are to be
soldered
or sweated,
keep the heat source
at least 6 inches
(152.4
mm) away from the dishwasher's
base and water
inlet valve.
Removing
any cover
or pulling
the dishwasher
from
the cabinet
can
expose
hot water
connections,
electrical
power
and sharp
edges or
points.
Handle with care. Always wear gloves and safety glasses.
Avoiding Electrical
Shock/Fire
Hazards
Do not allow the electrical
and water
supply
lines to touch.
Separate
channels
are provided
under the dishwasher.
Do not work on an energized
circuit.
Doing so could result
in serious
injury
or death.
Only qualified
electricians
should
perform
electrical
work. Do not attempt
any work on the dishwasher
electric
supply
cir-
cuit until you are certain
the circuit
is de-energized.
The customer
has the responsibility
of ensuring
that the dishwasher
electrical
installation
is in compliance
with
all national
and local elec-
trical codes and ordinances.
The dishwasher
is designed
for an electri-
cal supply
of 120V, 60 Hz, AC, connected
to a dishwasher-dedicated,
properly
grounded
electrical
circuit
with a fuse or breaker
rated for 15
amps. Electrical
supply
conductors
shall be a minimum
#14 AWG cop-
per only wire rated at 75°C (167°F)
or higher.
Make sure electrical
work
is properly
installed.
There should
be no
loose
electrical
connections.
Ensure
all electrical
connections
are
properly
made.
This appliance
must
be connected
to a grounded
metal,
permanent
wiring
system,
or an equipment-grounding
conductor
must
be run
with the circuit
conductors
and connected
to the equipment-ground-
ing terminal
or lead on the appliance.
Do not use extension
cords.
Avoiding Plumbing/Scalding
Hazards
Do not perform
any work on a charged
hot water
line. Serious
injury
could result.
Only qualified
plumbers
should
perform
plumbing
work.
Do not attempt
any work on the dishwasher
hot water
supply
plumb-
ing until you are certain
the hot water supply
is shut off.
Do not over tighten
the 90 ° elbow.
Doing so may damage
the water
inlet valve and cause a water leak.
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sweated,
keep
the heat
source
at least 6 inches
(152.4
mm) away
from the dishwasher's
water
inlet valve.
Check local
plumbing
codes for approved
plumbing
procedures
and
accessories.
All plumbing
should
be done in accordance
with
national
and local codes.
Temperatures
required
for soldering
and sweating
will damage
the
dishwasher's
water
inlet valve. If plumbing
lines are to be soldered
or
These
instructions
depict
an installation
method
for stainless
steel
braided
hose or PEX hot water
supply
lines. If using copper
tubing
or
other material
for water supply, defer to a licensed
plumber
for proper
installation.