Maytag MDB4709AWS Installation Instructions - Page 16
Connect to Drain, Make Direct Wire Electrical, Connection
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Be sure rubber washer is properly seated in fitting. Slide the ³⁄₄" fitting up to the valve and hand tighten to avoid unintentional cross-threading. Hand tighten until the coupling is tight. Using pliers, check the tightness of the coupling. An additional ¹⁄₄ to ¹⁄₂ turn may be required to seal the rubber gasket. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 2 Check for leaks Place paper towel under 90° elbow fitting. Turn on water supply and check for leaks. If leak occurs, repeat previous step. If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/watersupply under FAQ tab. NOTE: Do not use Teflon tape with compression fittings. Connect to Drain 1 Connect drain hose Green clamp Black drain hose connector Drain hose Drain hose stop Stop Stop Place towel under drain hose to catch any water in drain hose. Place the small green drain hose clamp onto the small end of the drain hose. Push the new drain hose into the black drain hose connector up to the drain hose stop. 2 Slide clamp onto connector Black drain hose connector Green clamp Stop Drain hose Drain hose stop Stop Using pliers, squeeze open the small green drain hose clamp and slide onto connector between stops. 16 3 Hose clamp final position Black drain hose connector Green clamp Drain hose Drain hose stop Stop Stop Once connected, remove towel. If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.whirlpool.com/drain under FAQ tab. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening" section. Option B, Direct Wire: 1 Direct Wire-Route cable into terminal box Route cable so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. Pull cable through cable clamp in terminal box. Select UL listed or CSA approved twist-on wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring.