KitchenAid KUDS50SVSS Installation Instructions - Page 14

Measure height of cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you will need to measure the lowest point on the underside of the countertop and the highest point on the floor). Refer to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for wheel position and the number of turns needed. Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart Cabinet opening height Wheel position Number of turns on front leg Removed All the way up 34" (86.4 cm) 1 10 (87.0 cm) 2 5 3 0 NOTE: If the minimum cabinet opening height is less than 34"(86.4 cm), the rear wheels can be removed for additional clearance. This will allow the dishwasher to fit into a 33⁷⁄₈" (86 cm) high cabinet opening, but the dishwasher will be more difficult to move. (Measurements are approximate. Wheels and legs are preset at the factory for 34¹⁄₂" [87.6 cm].) 2 Adjust wheels and legs 1 2 3 wheel Turn both leveler legs to the same height. Put wheels in the required position determined from "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart." 3 Built-up Floors-Add shims as needed Install the Door Handle (on some models) Install door handle Mounting stud 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. Custom Panel Dimensions IMPORTANT: You need to know which control panel is on your dishwasher before you order your custom door panel. Custom panel dimensions-Dishwashers with control panel on the top (59.7 cm) 4" (10.1 cm) (52c"m) (7 cm) Built-up floors: If the kitchen floor is higher than the cabinet opening's floor - for example, the kitchen floor tile does not extend into the 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. 14 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 under Option 1 of "Install custom panel" section.