Hotpoint HDF310PGRWW Installation Instructions - Page 3

Installation Preparation PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE 33-1/2"34to-13/24"+-31//44"" UCnodueUCtonrnostFdueilendorrtoteesorirdtpooepf of to Floor This Wall Area Must be Free of Pipes and Wires 24" Min. 4" Plumbing and Electric Service Must Enter Inside This Area 6" 24" Min. Cabinets Square and Plumb • 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 16' 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. 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. ADVERTENCIA Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, incendio o lesiones a personas, el instalador debe asegurarse de que el lavaplatos esté completamente cerrado en el momento de la instalación. DISHWASHER HANDLE DIMENSION: The dishwasher door should be flush with the cabinet. For models with a handle, the total depth (with handle) is 26-1/4" max. depending on the model. Locate the Quick Specs document online for more dishwasher dimensions. CLEARANCES: When installed into a corner, allow 2" min. clearance between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances. Allow 25-1/2" min. clearance from the front of the dishwasher for door opening. Countertop Dishwasher 25-1/2" Clearance for Door Opening 2" Minimum DRAIN REQUIREMENTS • Follow local codes and ordinances. • Do not exceed 16' distance to drain. NOTE : Air gap must be used if waste tee or disposer connection is less than 18" above floor to prevent siphoning. DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD 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 PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE section 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. Remove Drain Plug 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. 72" max. 72" max. Method 2 - "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or Disposer Drain Hose Hanger Drain Hose Hanger 32" min. 18" 72" max. min. 32" min. 18" 72" max. min. Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges. Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer. 3