Location Requirements; Drain Requirements; Water Supply Requirements; Electrical Requirements - Whirlpool UDT555SAH Installation Instructions Manual

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they
can interfere with or contact dishwasher motors or legs.
The dishwasher installation location must provide clearance
between motors and flooring. Motors should not touch the floor.
Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring.
Protect dishwasher and the water lines leading to dishwasher
against freezing. Damage from freezing is not covered by the
warranty.
Check dishwasher installation location. The location must provide:
Easy access to water, electricity, and drain.
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Convenient access for loading and unloading dishes. Corner
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locations require a 2" (5 cm) minimum clearance between
the side of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet.
Countertop
Dishwasher
2" (5.1 cm) min.
clearance for
door opening
Full enclosure on both sides, back, and top.
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Square opening for proper operation and appearance.
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Cabinet front perpendicular to floor.
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Level floor. (If floor at front of opening is not level with floor
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at rear of opening, shims may be needed to level dishwasher.)
NOTE: To prevent shifting during dishwasher operation, shims
must be securely attached to the floor.
If dishwasher will be left unused for a period of time or in a location
where it may be subject to freezing, have it winterized by authorized
service personnel.
Make sure pipes, wires, and drain hose are within the area shown
in the "Cutout dimensions" section.
Helpful Tip: If the floor in the dishwasher opening is uneven,
(example: tile flooring only partway into opening) you will need
to take special care in measuring dimensions and in leveling
dishwasher.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

Use the new drain hose supplied with your dishwasher. If this
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is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum
length of 9.8 ft (3 m) from the sink that meets all current AHAM/
IAPMO test standards, is resistant to heat and detergent.
Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above the
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drain trap in the house plumbing and 20" (50.8 cm) minimum
above the floor. It is recommended that the drain hose be
either looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the
counter, or be connected to an air gap.
Use an air gap if the drain hose is connected to house
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plumbing lower than 18" (45.7 cm) above the floor.
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WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

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25 / "
5
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NOTE: Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) from fill valve.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Contact a qualified electrician.
Assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with all national and local codes and ordinances.
You must have:
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We recommend:
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If direct wiring dishwasher:
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If connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:
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Follow the kit instructions for installing the power supply cord.
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Use of air gap
Air Gap
Use 1/2" (1.3 cm) minimum I.D. drain line fittings.
This dishwasher has a water heating feature and also requires
a connection to a hot water supply line.
A hot water line with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure.
120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher.
3/8" (.95 cm) O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or
flexible stainless steel braided fill line (1/2" minimum plastic
tubing is not recommended).
A 90° elbow with 3/8" (.95 cm) N.P.T. external pipe threads
on one end.
120 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 amp., fused electrical supply.
Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.
A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
A separate circuit.
Use flexible, armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper wire
with grounding wire that meets the wiring requirements for your
home and local codes and ordinances.
Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part No. 4317824) marked for use
with dishwashers. Kit contents include:
UL listed 16 gauge 3 wire power supply
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cord with 3 prong grounded plug.
Neer C-500 7/8" (2.2 cm) strain relief.
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3 wire connectors.
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Part No. 302797 grommet.
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Power supply cord must plug into a mating three prong,
grounded outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher
opening. Outlet must meet all local codes and ordinances.