Whirlpool DU018DWTB Installation Instructions - Page 11

• Spring adjustment pins should be in the same holes on both the left and right sides. 2. Check that leveling legs are firmly against the floor. 3. Close and latch the door, and place level against the front panel. Check that dishwasher is plumb. If needed, adjust leveling leg or add shims until dishwasher is plumb. Move dishwasher into cabinet opening 1. Using two or more people, stand the dishwasher up. 2. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of the door panel. 3. Move dishwasher close to cabinet opening. Do not push on the front of the panel or on the console-they may dent. 4. Repeat for other side of dishwasher. NOTE: Shims must be securely attached to floor to prevent their movement when the dishwasher is operated. 5. Place level against top front opening of tub. Check that dishwasher is level from side to side. If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up or down until dishwasher is level. 4. If dishwasher has a power supply cord, insert power supply cord into hole cut into cabinet. If using direct wire, check that it is on the right front side of opening. 5. Check that water line is on the left side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the hole in the cabinet. 6. Slowly move dishwasher completely into cabinet opening so that the front corners of the dishwasher door are flush with the cabinet doors. Do not kink or pinch copper tubing, drain hose, power supply cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet. Helpful Tip: Once the dishwasher is in position, you may have to support the front of the dishwasher by raising, lowering or shimming front feet. 7. Remove cardboard from under dishwasher. NOTE: It is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening. Do not remove insulation blanket -the blanket reduces the sound level. Level the dishwasher 1. Align front of dishwasher door panel with cabinet doors. You may need to adjust alignment to be even with your cabinets. Helpful Tip: Prop up one side of frame to hold dishwasher up off floor when adjusting front legs. With some installations, it may be easier to adjust the front leg using the 6" adjustable wrench. Make Electrical Connection Check "Electrical requirements" section. You need to: • have the correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. If you are: • direct wiring, use Option 1 • using a power supply cord, use Option 2 Option 1, Direct wire method WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1. Route direct wire so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. 11