DACOR EDWH24S User Manual

Installation Instructions  
24-Inch Built-in Dishwasher  
Models: EDWH24S and IDWH24  
Part No. 106842 Rev. C  
Important Safety Instructions  
Important Information About Safety Symbols and Labels  
Safety Instructions  
DANGER  
The Important Safety Instructions and  
warnings in these instructions are not meant  
to cover all possible problems and conditions  
that can occur. Use common sense and caution  
when installing, maintaining or operating this or  
any other appliance.  
Immediate hazards that WILL result in severe  
personal injury or death.  
WARNING  
Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in  
severe personal injury or death.  
Always contact the Dacor Customer Service  
Team about problems and conditions that you  
don’t understand. See Customer Service  
Information.  
CAUtION  
Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in  
minor personal injury or property damage.  
DANGER  
To avoid the possibility of explosion or fire, do not store or use combustible, flammable or explosive vapors  
and liquids (such as gasoline) inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Do not store flammable  
or explosive materials in adjacent cabinets or areas.  
WARNING  
A qualified technician must complete the installation of this built-in appliance. The owner is responsible to  
make sure the dishwasher is properly installed. Improper connection of the electrical wiring may create an  
electric shock or fire hazard and may result in damage to the dishwasher’s electrical system.  
READ AND SAVE tHESE INStRUCtIONS  
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Important Safety Instructions  
General Safety Precautions  
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your appliance, follow  
basic safety precautions, including the following:  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Use this dishwasher only for its intended  
purpose as outlined in the use and care  
manual. It is not intended for commercial use.  
Read the use and care manual completely  
before use.  
Do not tamper with the controls.  
This appliance is designed for installation by  
more than one person. To avoid personal injury,  
do not attempt to move or lift the dishwasher  
without assistance.  
Do not install or operate this dishwasher if it  
has been damaged, dropped, has damaged  
electrical wires or is not working properly. If  
you receive a damaged product, immediately  
contact your dealer or builder.  
Do not leave children alone or unattended in  
the area where the dishwasher is in use.  
Use only detergents and rinse aids  
recommended for use in a residential  
dishwasher. Keep them out of the reach of  
children.  
Keep all packaging materials away from  
children. Plastic bags and sheets can cause  
suffocation.  
Never allow anyone, including children, to sit or  
stand on any part of the dishwasher. Stepping  
or sitting on any part of it may result in tipping,  
damage and serious injury.  
To prevent child entrapment, always remove the  
door from an old dishwasher when removing it  
from service. Leave the racks in place. Cut the  
prongs off of the power cord. Cut off the power  
cord completely and discard.  
If the dishwasher drain outlet is connected to  
a garbage disposer, make sure the disposer  
is completely empty before running the  
dishwasher.  
To avoid personal injury or property damage,  
this dishwasher must be installed and grounded  
in a completely enclosed cabinet according to  
these installation instructions.  
Do not operate the dishwasher without the door  
completely closed and all enclosure panels  
properly in place.  
All installation work, plumbing connections  
and electrical wiring must be performed in  
accordance with all applicable codes and  
standards.  
Many surfaces within the dishwasher can  
achieve high temperatures. Do not touch interior  
surfaces or items inside the dishwasher during  
or immediately after use. Exercise caution when  
opening the door. Let hot air and steam escape  
before looking or reaching inside.  
Install or locate this appliance only in  
accordance with these installation instructions.  
The installer must show the customer the  
location of the electrical outlet or circuit breaker  
panel so that the customer knows where and  
how to disconnect power.  
During loading, insert all sharp or pointed  
objects with the handles up. Locate these items  
where they will not damage the door seal or  
cause personal injury.  
Before installing or servicing the dishwasher,  
disconnect the power plug from the electrical  
outlet or turn off power at the circuit breaker.  
To avoid damage to the racks, do not let sharp  
edges come into contact with them.  
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be  
produced in a hot water system that has not  
been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen  
gas is explosive. If the hot water system has not  
been used for a period of time, turn on all hot  
water faucets and let the water flow for several  
minutes to release any accumulated hydrogen  
gas. Do not smoke or use an open flame during  
this process.  
To prevent personal injury and damage to the  
unit due to it tipping over, do not push down  
on the door anytime it is open. To reduce the  
chance of tipping, attach the anti-tip brackets to  
the cabinet before use.  
The customer should not install, repair or  
replace any part of the dishwasher unless  
specifically recommended in the literature  
accompanying it. A qualified service technician  
should perform all other service. Contact the  
nearest Dacor authorized service representative  
for examination, repair or adjustment.  
To prevent household mold and mildew  
damage, periodically check the inlet and drain  
hoses for leaks.  
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Product Specifications  
Product tolerances: ±1/16” (±1.6 mm)  
Product Dimensions  
Style varies, model EDWH24S shown  
Depth with door open  
49 3/4” (126.4 cm)  
D Handle depth  
Depth with door closed  
C
A
Drain hose  
Depth dimensions allow  
for hose on back of unit  
Side  
Front  
B
5 1/4” (13.5 cm) to  
7 1/4” (18.5 cm)  
Shipping weight: 108 lbs. (49 Kg)  
2” (50.0 cm)  
Model  
Description  
A
B
C
D
Stainless steel  
front panel  
24”  
34 3/8” (87.4 cm) to  
22 7/8”  
(58.1 cm)  
Epicure®: 2 1/2” (6.4 cm)1  
EDWH24S  
(61.0 cm) 36 1/2” (92.7 cm)  
Millennia®: 2” (5.1 cm)2  
Integrated  
23 1/2” 34 1/8” (86.7 cm) to  
(59.7 cm) 36 1/8” (91.8 cm)4  
22 7/8”  
IDWH24  
Varies with configuration  
front panel3  
(58.1 cm)5  
1 Epicure handle kit PN: ADWE24H  
2 Millennia handle kit PN: ADWM24H  
3 Model IDWH24 requires installation of a  
customer provided, custom overlay door  
panel. A custom overlay panel allows you to  
blend the exterior of your dishwasher into  
the overall kitchen décor. See page 6 for  
more information.  
Do not modify  
loop in hose  
4 Height with required trim kit installed.  
5 Without custom front panel installed.  
Drain hose  
54" (137.0 cm)  
long  
Back  
Power cord  
44" (112.0 cm)  
long  
Water supply  
line 60”  
(152.0 cm)  
long  
2 3/4"  
3 1/4" (8.3 cm)  
Utility Connection Dimensions  
(7.0 cm)  
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Planning the Installation  
Grounding Instructions for a  
WARNING  
Permanently-Connected Appliance  
Observe all governing codes and ordinances during  
planning and installation. Contact your local building  
department for further information.  
This unit must be grounded to operate properly. It  
must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent  
wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor  
must be run with the circuit conductors and  
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or  
lead of the appliance. Damage to the dishwasher  
could occur if it is not properly grounded.  
Electrical Specifications  
WARNING  
A three conductor electrical cable or conduit meeting  
local codes and ordinances is required. A UL listed  
strain relief is required if non-metalic cable is used.  
Suggested color coding: Black, white and green.  
Electrical and grounding connections must comply  
with the applicable portions of the national electrical  
code and/or other local electrical codes.  
The dishwasher comes with an electrical cord with  
a three prong grounding plug  
for 120 Vac, 15 Amp. supplied.  
This cord should be plugged  
only into a 120 Vac, three  
prong, grounding electrical  
outlet located to either side of  
the dishwasher cutout.  
Circuit Requirements  
The wiring from the electrical outlet or junction box  
shall be connected to a circuit protected by a 15  
Amp. circuit breaker or time delay fuse, installed by a  
licensed electrician.  
Water Supply Specifications  
If the cord is not long enough, or if a hard-wire  
installation is needed, follow the instructions on  
page 11.  
The dishwasher can be connected to a cold or  
hot water supply (maximum 140°F, 60°C). Dacor  
recommends using a hot water supply of 120°F  
(49°C) to 140°F (60°C). If a cold water supply is  
used, the washing times will be longer, but the  
performance will not be affected.  
Electrical Requirements  
Electrical Circuit  
Requirements  
15 Amp. 120 Vac, 60 Hz.  
dedicated, grounded, circuit.  
Total Connected Load 11 Amp. @ 120 Vac, 60 Hz.*  
The water supply pressure must be between 4.2  
and 125 p.s.i. (30 - 862 kPa). The water supply  
line and the shut-off valve must supply a flow  
volume of at least 3 gallons (12 liters) per minute.  
* For reference only. For exact specifications see the  
product data label, located inside the right door jamb.  
Grounding Instructions for a Cord-  
Connected Appliance  
Install a 3/8” water supply valve for connection to  
the dishwasher’s water supply line in a location  
where it is easily accessible after the dishwasher  
is installed.  
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a  
malfunction, grounding will reduce the risk of electric  
shock by providing a path of least resistance for  
electric current. This appliance is equipped with a  
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and  
a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an  
appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in  
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.  
The dishwasher water supply line is equipped  
with a 3/8” (1.0 cm) NPT female compression  
fitting on the end.  
WARNING  
Improper connection of the equipment-  
grounding conductor can result in a risk  
of electric shock. Check with a qualified  
electrician or service representative if you are  
in doubt whether the appliance is properly  
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with  
the appliance, if it will not fit the outlet, have a  
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.  
Do not use an extension cord for this  
appliance.  
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Planning the Installation  
Cutout tolerances: +1/16” (+1.6 mm), -0  
Preparing the Location  
WARNING  
Follow all cabinet dimensions shown to insure safe  
operation. All minimum product dimensions must be  
met or exceeded (see page 3). Dimensions  
Drain line access  
hole 2” x 2”  
(5.1 cm x 5.1 cm)  
shown on the right provide the required clearances.  
Carefully check the location where the  
dishwasher is to be installed. Put it in a location  
with convenient access, close to the kitchen sink  
for easy water supply and drain connection.  
Power cable/water  
supply access hole(s)  
1 ½” x 1 ½” max.  
(3.8 cm x 3.8 cm)  
F
E
The electrical outlet or junction box must meet  
the Electrical Specifications. The electrical  
service must also be installed close by in a  
cabinet adjacent to the location selected so that  
the power cable can be disconnected without  
removing the appliance from the cutout.  
23 5/8”  
(60.0 cm)  
The opening through the partition between the  
water supply valve/electrical service location and  
the dishwasher cabinet cutout shall be located  
near the floor and shall be large enough for  
the water supply line and power plug to pass  
through. The longest dimension of the opening  
shall not be more than 1 1/2” (3.8 cm). If the  
partition is wood, the edges of the opening shall  
be smooth and rounded. If the partition is metal,  
the edges of the opening shall be covered with  
an edge protector. Call Dacor for the part number  
of an approved edge protector.  
24” (61.0 cm)  
Dishwasher Cutout - Front View  
Model  
(F)**  
EDWH24S  
IDWH24*  
34 1/2” (87.6 cm) to 36 1/2” (92.7 cm)  
34 1/8” (86.7 cm) to 36 1/8” (91.8 cm)  
*Model IDWH24 requires installation of a trim kit  
(Dacor PN 106925) to fill the space between the edge  
of the cutout and the dishwasher.  
The opening (E) through the partition between  
the drain connection and the dishwasher cutout  
must be higher than the disposer or waste tee  
connection (see page 6) and lower than 30”  
(76.0 cm). If the partition is wood, the edges of  
the opening shall be smooth and rounded. If the  
partition is metal, the edges of the opening shall  
be covered with an edge protector.  
** If the height of the existing cutout is too low:  
Check to see if the cabinet face can be trimmed  
at the top. In many cases, when a non-standard  
size dishwasher has been installed previously,  
there is enough room inside the cabinet once the  
cabinet face is modified.  
Plan the installation so that the appliance can be  
removed easily if service is required.  
The dishwasher can be shortened 1/4” (6.0 mm)  
by not installing the plastic feet on the unit as  
shown on page 9. Extra care must be taken if the  
feet are not installed. Dacor is not responsible for  
floor damage during installation.  
If the dishwasher is  
installed in a corner,  
there must be a  
minimum clearance of  
2” (5.1 cm) from the  
side wall so the door  
can open.  
The dishwasher can be shortened 1/4” (6.0 mm)  
by removing the trim pieces that surround the  
wash compartment opening. NOtE: Doing so will  
create a gap of 1/4” (6.0 mm) on the right and left  
side of the door.  
The floor must be  
solid, level and all  
cutout surfaces must  
be at right angles. In  
the interest of safety,  
2” (5.1 cm) min.  
clearance  
the surrounding cabinet must have sufficient  
material for attachment of the anti-tip brackets  
(see page 14).  
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Planning the Installation  
Custom Door Panel/Handle for  
Model IDWH24  
Preparing the Drain  
CAUtION  
The custom panel mounting screws are provided  
with the dishwasher. Follow the template included  
with the dishwasher to ensure that the panel and  
the accompanying fasteners will fit properly.  
Keep the factory installed high loop drain hose in  
place to ensure proper dishwasher operation. Do  
not modify or move the mounting bracket in any  
manner. If it is necessary to lengthen the hose,  
install an aftermarket drain extension kit, available  
at most home improvement stores.  
The handle and handle mounting hardware  
are not included with model IDWH24. A handle  
designed for use with an appliance should  
produce satisfactory results. Do not use a knob  
or handle attached by a single fastener. Instead  
use a handle with a larger D-style pull. The panel  
craftsman must determine and obtain the proper  
handle fasteners for the application. Handle  
screw heads must be countersunk into the panel  
before panel installation.  
See facing page for drain installation examples.  
IMPORtANt: Should a drain hose longer than the  
one provided be required, use a hose extension  
approved for detergents and high temperature water.  
The drain hose supplied with the dishwasher meets  
an AHAM DW-1 test standard. Total drain hose length  
(including factory installed hose) must not exceed  
14 ft. 9 in. (450.0 cm) from the top of the drain loop  
on the back of the unit. Joints and joint tubes must  
have a minimum inside diameter of 5/8” (1.6 cm).  
The drain hose supplied with the dishwasher  
must be connected to a minimum 1/2” inside  
diameter drain connection.  
G
The drain hose is  
equipped with a cone-  
shaped connector on  
the end that is ready to  
H
be cut to the desired drain connection size. Only  
a clamp (not provided) is required. It fits drain  
connections with an internal diameter of 1/2, 5/8,  
23/32 and 7/8 inches (1.3, 1.6, 1.8 and 2.2 cm).  
J
Overall Custom Panel Specifications  
for Model IDWH24  
You must install an air gap in the drain system  
if required by local codes. Plan for the air  
gap in the sink or countertop area adjacent to  
the dishwasher. A section of drain hose (not  
provided) needs to be installed from the air gap  
to the waste disposer inlet or waste tee.  
(G) Height  
(H) Width  
(J) thickness  
30 1/8”  
(76.5 cm)  
23 3/4”*  
(60.3 cm)  
3/4”  
(1.9 cm) min.  
* Based on 24” (61.0 cm) wide cutout. Recommended  
panel width is 1/4” (6.4 mm) less than cutout width.  
If an air gap is not required, the drain hose must  
be installed to a disposer inlet or waste tee above  
the drain trap in the household plumbing.  
IMPORtANt: If the door panel weighs more than 15  
pounds, you must order the optional heavy duty door  
spring kit (Dacor PN 701385). Maximum panel weight  
with heavy duty springs: 23 pounds.  
The drain connection must be a minimum of 20”  
(50.8 cm) above the floor.  
No part of the drain hose can be lower than the  
disposer or waste tee connection or higher than  
37 1/2” (95.0 cm) above the floor.  
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Planning the Installation  
Air gap  
Disposer  
connection  
Disposer connection  
Keep higher  
Keep higher  
than disposer  
connection  
than disposer  
connection  
20” min.  
20” min.  
Sink trap  
Sink trap  
Floor  
Floor  
Disposer Installation without Air Gap  
Disposer Installation with Air Gap  
Waste tee  
Waste tee  
Air gap  
Keep higher  
than tee  
connection  
Keep higher  
than tee  
connection  
20” min.  
20” min.  
Sink trap  
Sink trap  
Floor  
Waste tee Installation with Air Gap  
Floor  
Waste tee Installation without Air Gap  
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Installation Instructions  
Verify the Package Contents  
Remove all styrofoam and plastic wrap from the  
dishwasher. Be sure to remove the toe kick from  
the top of the dishwasher packaging. With the  
assistance of at least one person, remove the  
dishwasher from the shipping pallet. Place the  
unit to the side of the cabinet opening.  
A
Remove the “O” ring attached to the water line  
in a plastic bag. Set it aside for use during the  
Water Line Connection.  
C
B
Remove all of the packing materials from inside  
and outside of the unit. DO NOt allow any of  
the shipping materials, loose screws or plastic to  
remain inside.  
Verify that all required components have been  
provided. Inspect the unit for shipping damage  
(including cosmetic damage). If any item is  
missing or damaged, please contact the dealer  
immediately. Do not install a damaged or  
incomplete appliance.  
D
E
F
Included  
Toe kick  
A
B
Mounting hardware  
(2 screws, 2 spacers, 2 plastic plugs)  
Plastic feet (3)  
C
D
E
F
O ring (comes attached to the water line)  
Product literature  
G
Door panel mounting screws,  
(2) 3/8” and (6) 1 3/4” (model IWDH24 only)  
H
J
tools required for installation  
Level  
G
H
J
Crescent wrench  
Wire strippers (permanent electrical  
connections only)  
Flat blade screwdriver  
Phillips screwdriver  
Tape measure  
K
L
K
L
M
N
M
Materials required for installation (not provided)  
Hose clamp (select the correct size clamp for  
the drain connection...see page 6)  
N
Additional hose and clamps may be required for  
installation of an air gap according to local code  
Make sure you have everything necessary for proper  
installation before proceeding.  
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Installation Instructions  
Installation Preparation  
WARNING  
Before working on wiring for any electrical appliance, be sure the electrical power has been turned off at  
the breaker/fuse box. Place a tag at the disconnect switch indicating that you are working on the circuit.  
Moving this appliance requires two people. Do not attempt to install or lift it without assistance.  
To prevent personal injury, wear hand protection when moving this appliance.  
Do not allow any material, including the hoses or electrical wiring to be directly behind the dishwasher  
while pushing it into the cutout opening. Carefully pull the slack out of both hoses and the wiring from  
outside the cutout during push back to prevent pinching. An electric shock hazard or water damage may  
result from pinched wires or hoses. Damage due to improper installation is not covered under warranty.  
3. Hang the panel on the front of the door by  
Door Panel Installation (IDWH24 Only)  
IMPORtANt:  
hooking the screws installed in step 2 over the  
keyholes on the door.  
The front panel must be installed before  
proceeding with installation of the dishwasher.  
For proper operation and to prevent cabinet or  
panel damage, do not allow the panel to obstruct  
the exhaust vent on the bottom of the door.  
For custom door panels, fabricate the panel  
according to the included template and attach the  
handle before proceeding with panel installation.  
Hang door  
on keyhole,  
2 places  
Custom Door Panel Installation:  
1. Install the Dacor trim kit (PN 106925) on  
the dishwasher according to the instructions  
accompanying it.  
Exhaust vent,  
do not block  
2. Install the two (2) supplied 3/8” screws on the  
back of the door panel in the locations shown,  
leaving 1/8” (3.0 mm) of space between the  
screw head and the panel.  
4. Center the panel on the door.  
5. Open the door slightly and use the six (6)  
supplied 1 3/4” screws to secure the panel to the  
door through the back.  
Attach custom panel with  
1 3/4” screw through  
back of door, 6 places  
3/8” screw,  
included,  
2 places  
C
L
Door Panel Screw Locations - 3/8” Screws  
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Installation Instructions  
4. To make larger tension adjustments to the door  
Handle Installation (Model EDWH24S)  
springs, remove the back of the springs from the  
dishwasher by turning them outwards.  
Move them one hole farther back or forward, then  
make small adjustments as outlined in step 3 as  
necessary.  
Install the door handle according to the handle  
installation instructions.  
Adjust the Door Springs  
Before installation, open the door to check the door  
springs. If it tends to fall open or pull shut quickly  
on its own, adjust the springs. If the door opens and  
closes properly, skip to Level the Dishwasher on  
page 11.  
Door  
spring  
IMPORtANt: On model IDWH24, if the door panel  
is between 15 and 23 lbs., the optional heavy duty  
spring kit (PN 701385) is required.  
Side of Dishwasher  
The door springs are on the sides of the dishwasher.  
If adjustment is necessary, try making small  
adjustments on only one side first.  
1. Be sure the door is closed.  
2. Grab the front end of the spring and pull it up and  
forward to release it from the forward mount.  
Increase spring  
tension  
Door  
spring  
Decrease  
spring tension  
5. To reinstall the back end of the spring, hold it at  
a right angle to the side of the dishwasher and  
push the end into the hole, then turn the spring  
in, toward the front of the dishwasher.  
Side of Dishwasher  
3. To make small tension adjustments to the  
spring, hold the back end of the spring with one  
hand and turn the front part one or more times.  
Turn it clockwise to increase spring tension,  
counterclockwise to reduce spring tension.  
Increase spring  
tension  
Decrease  
spring tension  
6. Reattach the front end of the spring by pulling it  
up and forward to fasten it in the mount.  
7. Open the door and check the spring tension  
again. If necessary, make further adjustments.  
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Installation Instructions  
4. Open the door and pull the bottom rack out of the  
Level the Dishwasher  
dishwasher. Check to make sure the dishwasher  
floor is level left to right using a level. Adjust the  
front legs as necessary.  
CAUtION  
A level unit is very important to proper operation.  
Be sure to level the unit front to back and side to  
side.  
5. Using a flat blade screwdriver, turn the rear leg  
adjustment screw until the floor of the dishwasher  
is level front to back.  
The unit comes with white plastic feet for the legs to  
protect the kitchen floor from being damaged when  
you slide the unit into place. They snap onto the  
bottom of all three legs. Install them before leveling  
the appliance.  
Do not attach the plastic feet if the installation space  
is the minimum required height.  
6. Leave the retaining nuts loose to allow for final  
leveling after the unit is pushed into place.  
Connecting the Electric Cable  
Permanently Connected Appliance Only:  
If the cord is not long enough, or if a hard-wire  
installation is needed, follow the steps below to  
complete the electrical connection. Otherwise skip  
to Installing the Unit in the Cabinet. NOtE: When  
doing a hard-wire installation, you must remove the  
supplied power cord.  
to level the dishwasher:  
1. Loosen the retaining nuts on the dishwasher’s  
two front steel feet using a crescent wrench. Turn  
the nuts until they are as close to the floor as  
possible.  
WARNING  
Before starting this procedure, be sure the  
power is turned off at the breaker/fuse box.  
Make sure the water supply line, drain line and  
outside of the electrical cable do not touch any  
exposed terminals of the dishwasher wiring.  
1. Remove the toe kick brackets from the front of  
the electrical access panel, below the door.  
2. Remove the electrical access panel.  
Electrical  
2. Measure the height of the front and back of the  
cut-out with a tape measure.  
Catch  
access panel  
3. Gently push back on the front of the dishwasher  
and turn the feet, until the front of the dishwasher  
measures 1/8” (3.0 mm) shorter than the cutout  
height.  
Toe kick  
bracket  
3. Disconnect the factory installed power cord from  
the terminal block and  
ground connection screw  
inside the access panel.  
Remove the cord.  
Terminal block location  
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Installation Instructions  
4. If a nonmetallic cable is being used, install a  
3. Slowly and gently slide the unit into the  
dishwasher opening. As you do this, have  
someone gently pull the drain hose, water supply  
line and power cable through the access hole(s)  
into the adjacent cabinets. Exercise care to make  
sure that the wiring and plumbing lines do not  
become damaged.  
UL-listed strain relief bushing on the back of the  
dishwasher.  
5. Connect the white wire on the cable to the “N”  
terminal on the dishwasher terminal block as  
shown below.  
6. Connect the black wire on the cable to the “L”  
terminal on the terminal block.  
7. Connect the ground (green) wire on the cable  
using a loop or spade terminal to the ground  
connection screw located on the dishwasher  
chassis.  
Junction  
box  
To house power supply  
Drain hose  
White to  
white  
(neutral)  
Black to  
black (line)  
Power cable and  
water supply line  
4. Once the dishwasher is in place check to make  
sure all slack is pulled out of the power cable,  
water supply line and drain hose. Check to make  
sure none of them are pinched or kinked.  
Green to  
green  
(ground)  
Terminal  
block  
Neutral (N)  
terminal  
NOtE: Do not attach the mounting screws until after  
Verifying Operation.  
Ground  
connection  
screw (chassis)  
Line (L)  
terminal  
Water Line Connection  
CAUtION  
Permanent Wiring Connection  
The unit has a float switch in the base pan to  
protect against flooding. If the inlet valve connection  
is not seated properly, water may leak into the base  
pan and activate the float switch.  
8. Re-install the electrical access panel and the toe  
kick brackets.  
Installing the Unit in the Cabinet  
1. Before connecting the water supply, line make  
sure the water pressure and flow rate meet the  
specification on page 4.  
1. Position the dishwasher in front of the cabinet  
opening.  
2. Before sliding the unit into the cutout, make sure  
the drain hose, water supply line and power cable  
are positioned in the utility cutouts as shown  
below. Make sure each is routed to the side it will  
be connected.  
2. Flush the water supply line prior to connecting it  
to the dishwasher’s water supply line.  
3. Insert the provided  
“O” ring in the end  
of the water supply  
line. Make sure it  
is evenly seated on  
the end of the tubing.  
Drain house  
4. Connect the end of the water supply line to the  
water line. Tighten the connection by hand plus a  
quarter turn with a crescent wrench.  
Water supply  
line  
continued...  
Power  
cable  
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Installation Instructions  
5. Check again that the entire length of the power  
Drain Connection  
cable, water line and drain hose are free of  
pinches or kinks.  
CAUtION  
6. Verify that the dishwasher is level front to back  
and side to side inside the cutout. Re-level if  
necessary before testing the unit.  
For proper dishwasher operation and drainage,  
the drain line must be routed through the bottom  
of the cabinet and up to the drain or air gap  
connection. The drain hose or air gap outlet  
must connect above the sink trap.  
Wet Test Checklist  
1. Turn on the water supply and wait for five  
minutes. Check for plumbing leaks. Tighten  
connections if necessary. NOtE: Improper  
installation of the water supply line “O” ring can  
cause the water line to leak at the connection.  
If required, the air gap must be installed at  
countertop level.  
1. If the drain will connect to a waste disposer,  
see the disposer manufacturer’s installation  
instructions for correct drain hose mounting  
techniques. Most disposers have a plug on the  
drain line connection that must be removed prior  
to attaching the  
2. Turn on power to the dishwasher at the circuit  
breaker panel or fuse box. Make sure the power  
cord is connected to the electrical outlet (if  
applicable).  
drain line. Also, any  
joints must have a  
minimum 5/8” (1.6  
cm) inside diameter.  
3. Test dishwasher operation by running a rinse  
cycle (which takes about four minutes). See  
the use and care manual for specific operating  
instructions. Check to make sure that the  
dishwasher takes in water and drains.  
2. Cut the drain hose adapter on the end of the  
drain hose to the appropriate size for the air  
gap, waste tee, disposer connection or hose  
extension.  
4. Check for leaks under the dishwasher and under  
the sink. If any leaks are found, immediately push  
the StARt/StOP button and disconnect power.  
If there are leaks under the sink, check the water  
supply and drain connections. Reconnect power  
and restart the cycle. If the leak is elsewhere,  
and a hose extension is installed, check for  
a loose connection. If the leak is under the  
dishwasher itself, disconnect power and contact  
Dacor Distinctive Service (see inside cover of  
these instructions).  
3. Connect the drain hose to the air gap or directly  
to the waste tee or disposer above the sink trap  
as shown in one of the examples on page 6.  
4. Tighten the holding clamp.  
5. For installations with an air gap, make sure that  
the drain line between the air gap and the waste  
tee or disposer is in place and that it is clamped  
tightly on both ends.  
5. If the dishwasher functions normally, complete  
the installation as instructed in the following  
sections.  
6. To ensure proper operation, inspect the drain  
system to make sure that:  
No part of the drain hose is higher than 35”  
(88.9 cm) from the bottom of the dishwasher.  
If the dishwasher fails to operate  
properly:  
The connection to the waste tee or disposer is  
a minimum of 20” (50.8 cm) above the bottom  
of the dishwasher base.  
Verify that power is supplied to the dishwasher.  
Check all plumbing connections.  
Check for kinks in the water supply line and the  
drain hose.  
Verifying Operation  
Repeat the Wet Test Checklist.  
Pre-verification Check List  
If the appliance still does not work, contact Dacor  
Distinctive Service at (877) 337-3226. Do not  
attempt to repair the appliance yourself. If you  
need service, be sure to have the model and  
serial numbers available when you call. See the  
inside cover for location.  
1. Confirm that the power cable is disconnected.  
2. Make sure all packing material has been  
removed from inside the dishwasher.  
3. Familiarize yourself with operation of the  
dishwasher by reading the use and care manual.  
4. Remove any protective film, if present from the  
control panel, door panel, etc.  
Dacor is not responsible for the cost of correcting  
problems caused by a faulty installation.  
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Installation Instructions  
Final Leveling  
Attaching the Anti-tip  
Brackets  
1. Check to make sure that adjacent drawers and  
cupboards can be opened when the dishwasher  
door is open. Reposition the dishwasher if  
necessary.  
CAUtION  
Make sure to anchor one anti-tip bracket on each  
side of the dishwasher.  
2. Check that there is a 1/8” (3.0 mm) space  
between the top of the dishwasher door and the  
underside of the cabinet.  
1. The anti-tip brackets protect against possible  
tipping caused by heavy bottom rack loads on  
the door. Use only the stainless steel screws  
provided with the machine.  
1/8” (3.0 mm)  
2. Open the door and remove the top rack. Pull the  
rack out. Turn both rack stops outwards on the  
rack mounting rails (see diagram). Pull the rack  
toward you to remove.  
Rack  
stop  
3. If necessary adjust the front leveling legs until  
the dishwasher is the correct height. Use a  
screwdriver to adjust the rear leg adjustment  
screw. Both front legs must contact the floor  
solidly.  
3. The anti-tip brackets may be secured either  
through the top or the sides. Installations  
with a hard material (like granite) may require  
attachment through the sides.  
4. Check to make sure the unit is level side to  
side and front to back. Also check to make sure  
both front legs are contacting the floor securely.  
Readjust the leveling legs as necessary. NOtE:  
The unit may have an inclination of 3/16” (5.0  
mm) maximum without affecting performance.  
4. When installing the screws, place the included  
spacer over the screw. Insert the screws into the  
holes in the anti-tip brackets through the access  
holes in the top or sides of the door jamb as  
shown below. Tighten the screws in place.  
5. Once level, hand tighten the front leg retaining  
nuts into place. Tighten them into place using a  
crescent wrench.  
Attachment methods  
Anti-tip  
bracket  
or  
Access  
hole  
Screw  
Spacer  
continued...  
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Installation Instructions  
4. Hang the toe kick on the brackets as shown.  
Anti-tip Brackets (cont.)  
Check to make sure that the toe kick is even with  
the kitchen cabinet toe kick. If necessary, remove  
the toe kick and readjust the brackets.  
5. Cover the screw holes on the sides with the  
supplied plastic plugs. Push in the plugs  
diagonally to fit them in place.  
Installation Checklist  
6. Replace the top rack.  
WARNING  
To ensure a safe and proper installation, the  
following checklist should be completed by the  
installer to ensure that no part of the installation  
has been overlooked and the unit is working  
properly.  
Installing the Toe Kick  
1. Loosen the brackets for the toe kick by moving  
the gray catches toward the center of the  
dishwasher.  
Proper installation is the responsibility of  
the homeowner. The importance of proper  
installation of your Dacor dishwasher cannot be  
overemphasized.  
Catch  
Has the unit been inspected for cosmetic  
damage?  
Toe kick  
bracket  
Has all packaging and literature been removed  
from the dishwasher?  
2. Adjust the brackets (pull out or push in) until they  
are flush with the kitchen toe kick on both sides  
as shown below.  
Is the power cable connected to a three prong  
grounded electrical outlet or grounded junction  
box that meets the electrical specifications?  
3. Lock the brackets in place by pushing both  
catches into the appropriate notch in the holder.  
Has the “O” ring been installed on the water  
supply line?  
Have the water supply line and the drain  
hose been properly installed according to  
specifications?  
Has the unit been properly leveled?  
Has the unit been attached to the surrounding  
cabinets using the anti-tip brackets?  
Has proper operation been verified?  
Have the water supply line and the drain hose  
been properly installed and checked for leaks?  
Has the warranty been activated on line or the  
warranty card filled out and mailed?  
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Notes  
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