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some detergents to lose effectiveness. Lower water
temperatures will increase run times. The hot water supply
pressure must be between 7.25 - 145 psi (0.5 - 10 bar).
WARNING
Scalding Hazard
Do not perform any work on a pressured hot water line.
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Serious injury could result. Only qualified plumbers
should perform plumbing work. Do not attempt any work
on the dishwasher hot water supply plumbing until you
are certain the hot water supply is shut off.
NOTICE:
Soldering plumbing lines
Temperatures required for soldering and sweating will
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damage the dishwasher. If plumbing lines are to be
soldered or sweated, keep the heat source at least 6
inches (152.4 mm) away from the dishwasher.
Plumbing codes
Check local plumbing codes for approved plumbing
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procedures and accessories. All plumbing should be
done in accordance with national and local codes.
Note
Important notes for water connection:
¡ If using a solder joint instead of a compression fitting,
be sure to complete all solder connections before
connecting the water supply line to the dishwasher.
¡ Use an approved dishwasher water supply line with the
correct fittings for this connection.
¡ If using copper tubing or other material not depicted in
this manual for water supply, defer to a licensed
plumber for proper installation.
¡ Always use appropriate seals when making plumbing
connections.
Flush the incoming water line for approximately 1
1.
minute to clear any foreign material.
Connect the dishwasher water supply line to the water
2.
shut off valve, using the adaptor if included with your
model. Turn by hand and do not over tighten.
Install a shut off valve if one isn't already in the
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supply line.
Make sure there are no sharp bends or kinks in the
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water line that might restrict water flow.
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After all connections are made, turn on the hot water
3.
and check for leaks.
5.2 Installing the Drain Connection
The drain hose must be installed with either a high loop or
an air gap.
NOTICE:
Proper drain hose installation
The dishwasher drain hose must be installed with a
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portion of it at least 33" (84 cm) off the floor; otherwise
the dishwasher may not drain properly.
Remove garbage disposal plug
If the dishwasher drain hose will be connected to a
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garbage disposal connection, first remove the plug from
the disposal connection.
Note
Important notes for drain connection:
¡ If local ordinance require an air gap, install it according
to the manufacturer's instructions.
¡ The drain hose length can be extended if necessary.
Use kit #SGZ1010UC. The maximum length of the drain
hose, including the hose leading to the air gap, is 150"
(380 cm).
¡ You may attach the hose clip to the inside of the
adjacent cabinet to hang the drain hose (screws are not
supplied) in place of using a nonmetallic tie as pictured
in the next illustrations. Do not exceed 43" in drain hose
height.
Place hose clamp around end of drain hose BEFORE
1.
connecting to the plumbing.
If you have a garbage disposal, connect the drain hose
2.
to the garbage disposal with either a high loop or an air
gap.