Prepare Dishwasher - Maytag Jetclean Plus MDB6709AW Installation Instructions Manual

Prepare Dishwasher

Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
dishwasher.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
1
Attach insulation
Tabs
Using the precut slots in the insulation, fasten the insulation over the
molded hooks on the tub. Be sure to fasten the insulation down on
both sides of the tub.
2 Put dishwasher on its back
Helpful Tip: Place cardboard under dishwasher until installed in
cabinet opening to avoid damaging floor covering. Do not use door
panel as a work table without first covering with a towel to avoid
scratching the door panel.
Using two or more people, grasp sides of dishwasher door frame and
place dishwasher on its back.
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3
Using a
remove two screws attaching access panel and lower panel to
dishwasher. Do not remove tech sheet from access panel.
4
Apply Teflon tape or pipe joint compound to 90˚ elbow fitting
(not provided). Wrap tape around coarse threads
Completed
two to four times to avoid leaks.
Install
5
Connect 90° elbow fitting to water inlet valve. Using a wrench,
tighten elbow until snug, and be sure that it faces to the rear.
Remove panels
" hex head socket, nut driver or Phillips screwdriver,
Apply Teflon tape
®
or pipe joint compound
Coarse threads
Connect 90° elbow fitting to
water inlet valve
Coarse threads