Prepare Dishwasher Enclosure; Drain Requirements - Monogram Built-In Dishwashers Installation Instructions Manual

This Wall Area
must be Free
of Pipes or
33-1/2" to 34-3/4"
wires
+
34-1/2" 1/4"
Underside of
Underside of
Countertop
Countertop
to Floor
to Floor
Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Inside This Area
Figure A
• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep,
24" wide and approximately 34-1/2" high from floor to
underside of the countertop.
• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no
more than 12' in length for proper drainage.
• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top,
sides and back, and must not support any part of the
enclosure.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

•
Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 15' distance to drain.
NOTE : Air gap must be used, if waste tee or disposer
connection is less than 18" above floor to prevent
siphoning.
The type of drain installation depends on the following
questions.
• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
• Is waste tee less than 18" above floor?
If the answer to either question is YES, Method 1
MUST be used.
•
If the answers are NO, either method may be used
CABINET PREPARATION
• Drill a 1-1/2" diameter hole in the cabinet wall within
the shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hose
connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp
edges.
IMPORTANT –
When connecting
drain line to disposer, check to be
sure that drain plug has been
removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN
PLACE.
24"
Min.
4"
Cabinets
Square
and
6"
Plumb
24"
Min.
.
Remove
Drain
Plug
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury
to persons, the installer must ensure that the
dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of
installation.
CLEARANCES:
• When installed into a corner, allow 2" min. clearance
between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other
appliances. Allow 28-3/8" min. clearance from the front of
the dishwasher for door opening. Figure B.
• Allow at least 6" between dishwasher and range or oven
appliances.
Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required by local codes and
ordinances. The air gap must be installed according to
manufacturer's instructions.
Drain Hose Hanger
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.
Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed
before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
4
Countertop
Dishwasher
28-3/8"
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
Figure B
Figure C
Drain Hose Hanger
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Figure D