KitchenAid KUDS50FVWH Installation Instructions - Page 3
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. All Installations Tools needed: Pliers Flat-blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Utility knife 5/16" and 1/4" nut drivers or hex sockets Measuring tape or ruler UL listed or CSA approved twist-on wire connectors* Small level 10" adjustable wrench that opens to 1.18" (2.9 cm) 5/8" open-end wrench If installing custom front panels, Torx T15 screwdriver *Must be the proper size to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher Other useful items you may need: Flashlight Bath towel Shallow pan Wood block Other parts you may also need: 1 1/2"-2" (38.1-5.0 cm) Screw-typ e clamps (3 max) Masking or duct tape NOTE: Parts available for purchase in plumbing supply stores. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See "Electrical Requirements" section. It is recommended that electrical connections be made by a licensed electrical installer. In addition, for first-time installations Tools needed: Electric drill with 1/2", 3/4" and 1 1/2" hole saw bits Small tubing cutter Wire stripper Parts needed: Copper tubing (3/8" O.D. suggested) or flexible braided water supply line See "Electrical Requirements" section For Direct Wire: use UL listed or CSA approved strain relief to fit 7/8" (2.2 cm) hole For Power Supply Cord: use UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with dishwasher Additional parts supplied with top-venting models only: 2 #8x1-3/8" Torx® T15 screws 4 #10x3/8" hex-head screws Parts supplied: 2 - Drain hose clamps (1 large and 1 small) Drain hose 2 - #10 x 1/2" Phillips-head screws Silver Green Make sure all these parts are included in the literature package. Parts needed: 90° Elbow fitting with 3/8" N.P.T. external threads (the other end must fit your water supply line) Teflon® tape or pipe joint compound Additional parts supplied with certain models only: Bottom sound pad (located Moisture barrier tape in lower rack) Make sure all these parts are included in the literature package. If parts are not included, call 1-800-422-1230. 4 #10 x 1/2" wood screws (if installing custom front panels) ® Teflon is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Company. †® TORX is a registered trademark of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC. 3