Maytag MDB8979SEZ Installation Guide - Page 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 4 Drain Requirements 6 Water Supply Requirements 6 Electrical Requirements 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening- Existing Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Optional Moisture Barrier 11 Prepare Dishwasher 12 Make Power Cord Connection 13 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Install Door Handle 15 Custom Panel Installation 16 Choose Attachment Option 16 Prepare Water Supply Line 17 Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening 17 Connect to Water Supply 19 Connect to Drain 19 Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection 20 Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening 22 Complete Installation 23 Check Operation 24 If Dishwasher Does Not Operate 24 Additional Tips 24 DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean: DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. WARNING Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open door. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts. You Need to: ■ Slowly open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of the dishwasher. Remove shipping materials and drain hose. Close dishwasher door until latched. NOTE: Each dishwasher is tested at the factory and may contain some residual water in the tub as a result of the test. ■ Observe all governing codes and ordinances. ■ Install this dishwasher as specified in these instructions. ■ Installation should be performed by a qualified service technician. ■ The dishwasher must be installed to meet all electrical and plumbing national and local codes and ordinances. Care shall be exercised when the appliance is installed or removed, to reduce the likelihood of damage to the power cord. 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. 2