Preparing The Water Connection - Viking 100 Series Installation Manual

Installation Preparation
Preparing the Water Connection (A)
• Install an easily accessible shut-off valve
(not supplied) in the water supply line. All
solder connections must be made before
the water line is connected to the
dishwasher's water inlet valve. Water can
also be supplied to the dishwasher by
using a flexible braided hose line.
WARNING
Installation should be performed by a
qualified installer. Work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.
If the dishwasher is installed in a
location that experiences freezing
temperatures (e.g. in a vacation home,
cabin, etc.), you must drain all the water
from the dishwasher's interior. Water
system ruptures that occur as a result
of freezing are not
warranty.
Installing the 90° Elbow Fitting (B)
B
• Check with your plumbing supply sources
covered by
If the water supply line is to be copper
tubing, make certain that the elbow has a
compression fitting. Apply Teflon tape or
other pipe sealant when required. Orient the
A
water supply connection downwards as
shown in the figure so the water line can be
easily pulled underneath or on the side of
the dishwasher.
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for the proper hose and 90° elbow and
necessary fittings for the water supply line.
This material is not supplied and must be
purchased separately.
CAUTION
Do not overtighten the 90° elbow.
Doing so may damage the water inlet
valve and cause a water leak.