Whirlpool WDF550SAAB Installation Guide - Page 5

Water Supply Requirements ■ A hot water line with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure. ■ 120°F (49°C) water temperature at dishwasher O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or flexible braided water supply line. NOTE: ½" minimum plastic tubing is not recommended. ■ 90º elbow with ³⁄₈" N.P.T. external pipe threads on one end. IMPORTANT: Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) from water inlet valve. Drain Requirements ■ Use the new drain hose supplied with your dishwasher. NOTE: If a longer drain hose is required: ■ Use a new drain hose with maximum length of 10 ft (3 m) that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards ■ Use a new drain hose that is resistant to heat and detergent ■ Use a new drain hose that fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain connector on the dishwasher. ■ Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposal inlet above drain trap in house plumbing. ■ Connect drain hose to house plumbing 20" (50.8 cm) minimum above the floor. NOTE: It is recommended that the drain hose either be looped up and securely fastened to the underside of the counter, or be connected to an air gap. ■ Use a drain air gap if the drain hose is connected to house plumbing lower than 18" (45.7 cm) above the subfloor or floor. Drain Air Gap ■ Use ½" (1.3 cm) minimum I.D. drain line fittings. NOTE: Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the dishwasher drain hose. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING 3. Drill a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) diameter hole in the cabinet wall or floor on the side of the opening closest to the sink. - Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 1. Disconnect power. 2. Turn off water supply. Prepare Cabinet Opening- Existing Utility Hookups Follow the steps in this section if you are installing the dishwasher in an existing cabinet opening with utility hookups. 1. Check that the water supply line reaches to the front left-hand side of the opening where the water connection will be made. 2. Check that the direct wire reaches to the front right-hand side of the opening where the electrical connection will be made. Connect Drain Hose to Air Gap-Waste Disposal 1. Remove the waste disposal knockout plug. Cut the end of the drain hose, if needed. NOTE: Do not cut the ribbed section. 2. Attach the drain hose to the air gap with the large spring-type clamp. NOTE: If the drain hose was cut, use 1¹⁄₂" to 2 " (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 3. Use a rubber hose connector (not provided) with spring- or screw-type clamps (not provided) to connect the air gap to the waste disposal inlet above the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor. 6" (15.2 cm) A B A. Water supply line B. Direct wire IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose even when installing a new replacement dishwasher. 5