Kenmore 9743678 Installation Instructions Manual

Kenmore undercounter dishwasher installation instructions

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Undercounter Dishwasher
What do I need to have to
install the dishwasher?
Tools, parts & materials
1-2
Requirements
3-6
Dishwasher dimensions
Back cover
Customize dishwasher
Back cover
Whatdo I needto do before
I installthe dishwasher?
• Prepare cabinet
7-12
• Prepare dishwasher
13-16
Howdo I install the
dishwasher?
• Connect dishwasher
• Secure dishwasher
• Check operation
17-20
21
22
Doing
so will:
• make installation easier.
• help you in the future if you have questions.
• help if you have an electrical inspection.
Call your Sears store or service center when you
have questions or need service. When you call, you
will need the dishwasher model and serial numbers.
Part No. 9744231

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  • Page 1 • help you in the future if you have questions. • help if you have an electrical inspection. Call your Sears store or service center when you have questions or need service. When you call, you will need the dishwasher model and serial numbers. Part No. 9744231...
  • Page 2 Close dishwasher door. Latch the dishwasher door shut. v' observe all governing codes and ordinances. install this dishwasher as specified in these instructions. v' have everything you need to properly install dishwasher. v' contact a qualified installer to insure...
  • Page 3: Tools And Materials Needed

    G, gloves H. utilityknife I. 2 twist-on wire connectors which are thepreper size toconnect your household w iringto 16-gau6e wiringin dishwasher J. smalllevel P. electric drill with p. clampconnector or Q, 1[2% 3/4" and _onduitconnector to 1-1/2"holesaw bits fit a 7/8"_2.2r.m) R.
  • Page 4: Cabinet Opening

    Corner locations Electrical Shock Hazard completely easy access to water, electricity and drain. require a 2' (5.1cm) minimum clearance between the side of the dishwasher door and wall or cabinet. square opening for properoperation and appearance.
  • Page 5 Make sure pipes, w_resand drain hose are within the shaded area. See Page 7 for dtmenslons. HELPFUL TIP: if the floor in the dishwasher opening Is tmeven (example: tile flooring only part way into opening) you will need to take...
  • Page 6 continued f rom page4 Electrical It is the customer's responsibility: To contact a qualified electrician. To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with all national and local codes and ordinances. You must have: I/120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amp., fused electrical supply.
  • Page 7 Water You must have: v' a hot water line with 20-125 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure. v' 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. o/3/8" O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting (1/2" minimum plastic tubing is optional but not recommended). v' a 90° elbow with 3/8" N.P.T.external pipe threads on one end.
  • Page 8 * Measured from the lowest point on the undersideof uountertop. ** Minimum, measured from narrowest point of opening. Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock, 24"(61cm)** 34"(86.4cm)min.*...
  • Page 9 10, page 11. Electrical Follow all national and local codes and ordinances for completing electrical supply to cabinet. directwiring usinga powersupply cord Wiring the dishwasher easier if you route wire into the cabinet side. continued on page 9 if youare: usesteps:...
  • Page 10 Wood cabinet: Sand hole until smooth. Metal cabinet: Cover hole with Grommet (Part No. 302797) available from your Sears store or service center. Install a mating, three-prong, grounding-type wall receptacle _ in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. Go to step 6.
  • Page 11: Water Line

    _t_sfar enough into the cabinet opening to connect _tto dishwasherinlet on the front left of dishwasher. Turn shutoff valve _) to "ON" position. Flush water into a bucket to get rid of particles that may clog the inletvalve Turn shutoff valve to "OFF"...
  • Page 12: Drain Hose

    3. Use a rubber hose connector* • This connection O MUST be before drain trap _) and at least 20" (50.8cm) above the floor where dishwasher will be installed. Go to step 12. 1. Cut end of drain hose O if needed 11b.
  • Page 13 2. Attach drain hose 0 to disposer inlet This connection O MUST be before 11c. drain trap _) and at least 20" (50 8cm) above the floor where dishwasher will be installed. Go to step 12 11d. 1 Cut end of drain hose 0 (do not cut...
  • Page 14 Remove two top screws Q and two bottom screws @ attaching access panel _ and lower panel _ to dishwasher using a 1/4" hex socket, nut driver or Philhps screwdriver Remove panels and set panels aside on a protecttve surface. Check that...
  • Page 15 Installation. Measure hetght of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed 0 (you need the lowest point) Check chart for that hetght openmg Put wheels (D in the requtred posttion.
  • Page 16 _). Move dishwasher close to cabinet opening. Do not push on dishwasher panels or console---they may dent. If dishwasher has a power supply cord, insert power supply cord into hole cut into cabinet, Check that water line is on the left side of openingand drain hose is near the center of opening.
  • Page 17 Repeat for other s_deof dishwasher. Place level against top front opening of tub O. Check that d_shwasher is level from side to side If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up or down until d_shwasher is level. HELPFUL TIP:...
  • Page 18: Electrical Connection

    • Select the proper size _ist-on • Insert wire ends into twist.on • Twist connector. • Gently tug on wires to be sure Electricelly ground dishwasher• Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord.
  • Page 19 Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Check that power supply cord does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Go to step 5. continuedonpage 19 Terminalboxwire: white-,_-_,-white black_<-_,_black groundingwire-.<-_ground connector...
  • Page 20: Water Connection

    cont_nuedfrompage 18 Water Connection HELPFUL TIP: Compressio. m_s: 3. Slide nut O onto €opper tubing • about I inch (2.5cm). 2. Slide lermle (_) onto the tubing, Do net poaltion lermle end of the tubing, 3. Pet the tubing into the elbow 0 as far as it will go.
  • Page 21: Drain Connection

    Place paper towel under elbow. Turn on water supply and checkfor leaks. Drain Connection Route drain hose to avoid contact with motor, door springs, water line, cabinet or flooring. Insert a cloth, putty or caulking compound in hole around drain hose where hose passes through cabinet to help minimize vibration noise.
  • Page 22 Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts, Open dishwasherdoor and place towel 0 over pump assembly and spray arm of dishwasher. This will prevent screws from falling into pump area when securing dishwasher to countertop. Check that dishwasher is still level.
  • Page 23: If Dishwasher Does Not Operate

    Check that grounding clip O is attached to the access panel. Put lower panel in place and start screws through lower pane holes and into dishwasher frame. Do not tighten. Slide access panel over and down onto screws. Reinstall screws through holes in top of access panel.
  • Page 24 Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 CalI(U.S. only*) Order the color accessory you need. 1-800-665-9978 White - 675773 1-800-665-9978 Almond - 675774 1-800-366-7278 Black-9743678 1-800-366-7278 White-9743679 1-800-366-7278 Almond- 9743680 1-800-473-7247 Printed in U.SA. Impreso en los EE;UU. lmprim_ aux E-U...

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