Install The Door Handle (On Some Models); Custom Panel Dimensions - KitchenAid KUDE60FVPA Installation Instructions Manual

3
Built-up Floors—Add
shims as needed
2 "
( 5
c m
)
Built-up floors (Kitchen floor height is higher than
cabinet opening.) Example: Kitchen floor tile does not
extend into cabinet opening. Add shims as needed in the
area shown to bring the dishwasher up to 34" (86.4 cm)
below the countertop.
NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to avoid
movement when the dishwasher is in use.
Install the Door Handle
(on some models)
Install door handle
Setscrew
(in bottom
of handle)
Allen wrench
IMPORTANT: Do not scratch the front panel during this
procedure.
Remove the door handle and hardware bag containing
the setscrews and Allen wrench from the cardboard box.
Setscrews are already installed in the handle. Place
handle on mounting studs with the setscrews facing
down. Push the door handle tightly against the door.
Insert the short end of the Allen wrench into the
setscrews. Tighten the setscrews 1/4 turn past snug.
Retain Allen wrench with Installation Instructions.
14
Mounting stud
Handle

Custom Panel Dimensions

IMPORTANT: You need to know what control panel is on
your dishwasher before you order your custom door
panel.
Dishwashers with control panel on
top custom panel dimensions
23 1/2"
(59.7 cm)
* * 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).
Follow directions under Option 1 of "Install custom
panel" section.
Dishwashers with control panel on
front custom panel dimensions
23 3/8"
(65.8 cm)
3/4"
(19.1 mm)
* 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).
Follow directions in Option 2 of "Install custom panel"
section.
*30 3/16" (76.7 cm)
3/4" (19.1 mm)
*25 29/32" (65.8 cm)
1/8" (3.2 mm)
1/8"
(3.2 mm)