Move Dishwasher Into Cabinet Opening - Whirlpool TUD8700SQ Installation Instructions Manual

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Built-up Floors—Add
shims as needed
2 "
( 5
c m
)
Built-up floors (Kitchen floor height is higher than
cabinet opening.) Example: Kitchen floor tile does not
extend into cabinet opening. Add shims as needed in the
area shown to bring the dishwasher up to 34" (86.4 cm)
below the countertop.
NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to
prevent movement when the dishwasher is in use.
Move Dishwasher into Cabinet
Opening
1 Stand dishwasher upright
Using two or more people, stand dishwasher upright.
NOTE: Do not install kickplate until instructed.
2
Move dishwasher close to
cabinet opening
IMPORTANT: Double check correct placement of utilities.
Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of the
door panel. Tilt dishwasher backwards on wheels and
move dishwasher close to cabinet opening.
NOTE: Do not push on the front of the panel or on the
console–they may dent.
Helpful Tip: Temporarily tape utilities to the floor in the
locations shown to prevent them from moving when
dishwasher is moved into the cabinet opening.
3
Check water and drain
hose position
Check that water line is on the left side of opening and
drain hose is near the center of the cabinet opening.
4 Open and close door
With another person holding the dishwasher to prevent
it from tipping, open and close the door a few times. If
the door closes or falls open under its own weight, the
door tension will need to be adjusted.
Drain
hose
Direct Wire
only
Water
line
Cable
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