KitchenAid Undercounter Dishwasher 8564554 Installation Instructions Manual page 12

Option 2:
Top vented models with a custom full front panel.
NOTE: The handle for the custom panel is not included.
IMPORTANT: If the handle is attached from the back of the
custom panel, the screw heads must be flush with the
panel. If the handle is attached to the front of the custom
panel, the screw lengths cannot exceed the panel
thickness. For more information on KitchenAid custom
handle selection, refer to the KitchenAid Catalog, visit
www.kitchenaid.com, or call 1-800-422-1230.
NOTE: A custom full front panel must weigh no more than
16 pounds (7.3 kg) and must be made to specific
dimensions. It is recommended that a cabinetmaker cut the
custom panel because of the precise dimensions needed.
NOTE: All mounting hardware supplied are for a 3/4"
(19.1 mm) thick wood panel. If a thinner wood panel, or
materials other than wood are used, it is the consumer's
responsibility to obtain the proper length screws and
adjust the pilot holes accordingly.
IMPORTANT: Use a moisture resistant sealer on both sides
and all edges of the panel to protect it from humidity.
23-1/2" (59.7 cm)
custom panel
dimensions
*This dimension is for 4" (10.2 cm) toe kick. If the installation
needs a higher toe kick, adjust the height of the wood panel
accordingly. Not recommended for toe kicks greater than 6"
(15.2 cm).
1. Remove the inner panel from the door.
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2. With a TORX screwdriver, remove three screws from
both sides of the door.
3. Hold the inner panel up while removing the screws.
4. Gently set panel aside.
NOTE: Some models have four screws per side.
inner door
3 screws
panel
5. Lay the custom full front panel face down on a
protective, non-scratching surface.
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*30-3/16" (76.7 cm)
3/4" (19.1 mm)
3 screws
6. Measure 9-29/32" (25.2 cm) from top of panel and mark
a line on the back of panel.
mark line
7. Place the inner panel on the back of the custom panel so
that the top holes in the inner panel are on the line, and
the panels are centered side to side.
8. Mark all 4 holes, remove inner panel and drill 3/32" pilot
holes 1/2" (13 mm) deep.
9. Place the inner panel on the back of the custom panel
as shown.
10. Attach with the four #10-16 x 3/8" hex head screws
from the literature package.
11. Attach the handle. The handle should be centered on
the front of the custom panel in the area shown.
IMPORTANT: Screw heads must be flush with back of
custom panel.
hex head
screw
12. Attach the custom panel, inner panel, and handle
assembly to the door.
13. Reinstall the two upper most screws into the inner
panel, do not tighten completely. This will hold the
custom panel assembly in place on the door frame.
14. Align the top edge of the custom panel with the top of
the console.
15. Mark two holes on the custom panel through the holes
in the upper corners of the inner panel and console, as
shown.
2 screws
9-29/32"
(25.2 cm)
top
mark pilot holes
top
(15.2 cm)
mark through these holes
6"