Connect To Water Supply - Whirlpool TUD8700SQ Installation Instructions Manual

Helpful Tip: Push up on front of dishwasher to raise
dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs. With
some installations, it may be easier to adjust the front leg
using the 3/16" hex head socket or adjustable wrench.
Preferred method
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Check level side to side and
adjust legs if needed
Place level against top front opening of tub. Check that
dishwasher is level from side to side. If dishwasher is not
level, adjust front legs up or down until dishwasher is
level.

Connect to Water Supply

1
Slide nut and ferrule
onto tubing
Copper tubing only: Slide nut then ferrule onto copper
tubing about 1" (2.5 cm).
NOTE: To prevent vibration during operation, route the
water supply line so that it does not touch the
dishwasher base, frame or motor.
Optional method
Nut
Ferrule
2
Connect water supply
using copper or flexible line
Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow
fitting as far as it will go (the copper tubing bends and
kinks easily). Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start
the nut onto the elbow threads.
Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to elbow using
5/8" open ended wrench or adjustable wrench.
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NOTE: Do not use Teflon
3
Tighten copper or braided
tubing connection
Hold the 90° elbow fitting still with one adjustable wrench
and tighten the nut with second adjustable wrench.
Helpful Tip: Use a 5/8 open ended wrench for easier
access to tighten connection.
4 Check for leaks
Place paper towel under 90° elbow fitting. Turn on water
supply and check for leaks. If leak occurs, repeat
previous step.
If needed, see website for animated representation
of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/watersupply
under FAQ tab.
tape with compression fittings.
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