Leveling dishwasher within cabinets, Finishing the water connection, Installing wood panel removing & replacing door – FRIGIDAIRE 154427301 User Manual

Page 2: Checking the installation, Finishing the drain connection, Finishing the electrical connection, Securing the dishwasher, Water line, Electrical supply, Floor anchoring

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1.

Measure height of cabinet opening
from underside of countertop to floor.
Check chart for height opening and
suggested adjustment.

2.

Move dishwasher to front of installation area.

3.

Loosen the front and rear leveling legs by turning
counterclockwise. Refer to chart for number of turns. See
Figure 8.
Front levelers should allow

1

/

4

” below underside of

countertop.

5

Leveling Dishwasher
within Cabinets

Number of Turns to

Adjust Levelers

Height of

Cabinet Opening

Leg Leveler Adjustment Chart

34

1

/

8

” (86.7cm)

34

5

/

16

” (87.2cm)

0

2

6

9

For additional height add shims under levelers.

4.

If levelers have to be removed, make sure floor is free of
obstructions.

5.

Place dishwasher inside cabinet area so that it is centered in
opening. Use caution when moving dishwasher to prevent
damage to dishwasher, floor, and cabinets.

6.

Check that dishwasher is level from side to side by placing a
level against the top front section of the tub. See Figure 9a.

Figure 8

Figure 8

Figure 8

Figure 8

Figure 8

5

5

5

5

5

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32

32

32

32

32

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Socket

Socket

Socket

Socket

Socket

Socket

Socket

Socket

Socket

Socket

Rear Leveler

Rear Leveler

Rear Leveler

Rear Leveler

Rear Leveler

Wrench

Wrench

Wrench

Wrench

Wrench

Front Leveler

Front Leveler

Front Leveler

Front Leveler

Front Leveler

Figure 10

Figure 10

Figure 10

Figure 10

Figure 10

7

Finishing the Water
Connection

Property Damage

Do not solder within 6” of the water inlet valve. Damage to
the plastic parts in the valve may occur.

Use care that no sealer, dirt, or other objects enter the valve.
Damage to the filter screen may occur.

Be sure the dishwasher is placed where the water inlet valve
will be kept from freezing. If the valve freezes, it may rupture
and flooding may occur.

Water Line

1.

Flush water line before connecting it to water inlet valve to
prevent early clogging of filter screen.

Place a bunched towel

over end of line to prevent splashing. Open water supply valve for
a few seconds and let water drain into a pan.

Turn off water

supply at shut-off valve.

Through

Through

Through

Through

Through

Wall

Wall

Wall

Wall

Wall

Through

Through

Through

Through

Through

Cabinet

Cabinet

Cabinet

Cabinet

Cabinet

Figure 11

Figure 11

Figure 11

Figure 11

Figure 11

1.

Remove junction box cover and pull house wiring into junction
box. See Figures 12 and 13.

2.

Use a UL listed conduit connector,(not included), at box to
stabilize wiring.

IMPORTANT: Be sure electrical cable is not routed behind
dishwasher’s motor.

Electrical Supply

Conduit

Conduit

Conduit

Conduit

Conduit

Connector

Connector

Connector

Connector

Connector

(not included)

(not included)

(not included)

(not included)

(not included)

Ground Wire

Ground Wire

Ground Wire

Ground Wire

Ground Wire

Through

Through

Through

Through

Through

Wall

Wall

Wall

Wall

Wall

Through

Through

Through

Through

Through

Cabinet

Cabinet

Cabinet

Cabinet

Cabinet

Junction Box

Junction Box

Junction Box

Junction Box

Junction Box

(in place)

(in place)

(in place)

(in place)

(in place)

Through

Through

Through

Through

Through

Floor

Floor

Floor

Floor

Floor

Figure 12

Figure 12

Figure 12

Figure 12

Figure 12

Floor Anchoring

This procedure is difficult and should be used only if countertop
mounting brackets cannot be used.

1.

Screw

1

/

4

” lag screws, (not included), through holes provided in

frame rail. See Figure 15.

2.

Use expansion fasteners if floor is concrete.

Before starting the dishwasher,

Figure 15

Figure 15

Figure 15

Figure 15

Figure 15

Use

Use

Use

Use

Use

11111

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” Lag Screws

” Lag Screws

” Lag Screws

” Lag Screws

” Lag Screws

(not included)

(not included)

(not included)

(not included)

(not included)

10

The dishwasher door panel can be customized to match wood
cabinets. This will require a kit that includes a mid-door with side
and bottom trim, heavy-duty door springs and instructions.

Kits are available from your dealer or parts supplier.

Note: Custom Wood Panels are not available on 1000 Series and
4000 Series Dishwashers.

Cut Hazard

Electric Shock Hazard

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box
or circuit breaker box before beginning
installation.
Failure to follow this warning could result in
death or serious injury
.

Metal color panels are sharp and should be
handled with care. Wear gloves to protect
hands.

Failure to follow this warning may result in
injury.

Installing Wood Panel
Removing & Replacing Door

To Install a Custom Wood Panel

Side

Side

Side

Side

Side
View

View

View

View

View

Figure 16c

Figure 16c

Figure 16c

Figure 16c

Figure 16c

Console

Metal

Liner

Door

Checking the Installation

11

check these items:

q

Drain hose is assembled to drain pump.

q

All packing materials and consumer literature have been
removed from unit.

q

Dishwasher is level and securely fastened.

q

Open and close door to make sure it does not hit

surrounding cabinet or countertop.

q

Water and drain lines have no kinks.

q

Wiring connections to junction box are tight.

q

Water supply is turned on.

q

Joints are free of leaks.

34” (86.4cm)

34

1

/

2

” (87.6cm)

The drain hose loop must be at least 32” high from the floor

The drain hose loop must be at least 32” high from the floor

The drain hose loop must be at least 32” high from the floor

The drain hose loop must be at least 32” high from the floor

The drain hose loop must be at least 32” high from the floor

to insure proper drainage.

to insure proper drainage.

to insure proper drainage.

to insure proper drainage.

to insure proper drainage.

3.

Inside junction box, attach ground wire under head of grounding
screw and tighten. See Figure 13.

4.

Connect incoming black lead to dishwasher’s black lead and
incoming white lead to dishwasher’s white lead with wire nuts or
other suitable connectors,(not included). Wire nuts should be
tight.

4.

Place door where it will not get scratched or damaged while
completing installation.

5.

When ready to replace door, fit the slots on each side of top
door edge over the tabs on the metal liner. Push on sides to
insure the door is flat. Push up from bottom until there is no gap
between door and console. See Figure 16c.

6.

Unlatch door and open while supporting outer door on both sides
at bottom to keep in place. Align screw holes and replace
screws.

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

Remove

Remove

Remove

Remove

Remove

knockout

knockout

knockout

knockout

knockout

plug in

plug in

plug in

plug in

plug in

disposer

disposer

disposer

disposer

disposer

Pump Motor

Pump Motor

Pump Motor

Pump Motor

Pump Motor

Clamp

Clamp

Clamp

Clamp

Clamp

Connector

Connector

Connector

Connector

Connector

Sink at Left

Sink at Left

Sink at Left

Sink at Left

Sink at Left

32”

32”

32”

32”

32”

1.

Unlatch and open
door. Using a Phillips
head screw driver,
remove two (2) screws
from inner door. Save
screws to reassemble.
See Figure 16a.

2.

Close and latch door

while holding both
sides.

3.

Place one hand on
each side of door and
pull down at top
approximately

1

/

4

”.

Pull entire door
assembly toward

6

Finishing the Drain
Connection

Electric Shock Hazard

Plumbing material and drain hose must not come
in contact with wiring or electrical components.

Failure to follow this warning could result in
personal injury from exposed wiring.

1. Pull out unit and check to see if drain hose is correctly attached

to the drain pump assembly. If drain hose

is not attached

to

drain pump, follow the instruction sheet (included with drain
hose) on how to correctly install the drain hose to the drain pump
assembly.

2. Move unit back in place while routing drain hose through access

hole. Use caution to prevent damage to the dishwasher, floor
and cabinets. IMPORTANT: Make sure there are no sharp
bends or kinks that might restrict drain flow.

3. Secure drain hose to sink drain, disposer, or separate trap with a

clamp. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to overtighten clamp or
you may damage end of hose.
Do not connect hose to
horizontal pipe between sink drain and disposer.

4. Be sure unit does not rest on drain hose. It should be free of

electrical components and door springs. Do not cut corrugated
drain hose. Pull excess through cabinet and place under sink.
Make sure hose does not come in contact with any sharp edges.
See Figure 10.

Through

Through

Through

Through

Through

Floor

Floor

Floor

Floor

Floor

2.

Route water line to water inlet valve as shown in Figure 11.

3.

While firmly pulling water supply line into 90° elbow, tightly
connect water supply to water inlet valve. Supply line must be
free of kinks, scales, chips, and lubricants.

4.

Turn on water supply and check for leaks.

5.

If water inlet valve clogs, make sure water supply is off.
Remove four (4) screws at inlet end of valve and clean filter
screen.

Finishing the Electrical
Connection

8

Electric Shock Hazard

Make sure electrical power has been disconnected at fuse
box or circuit breaker box.

The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system. The equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the appliance’s equipment grounding terminal
or lead. It is the consumer’s responsibility to contact a
qualified installer to make sure the electrical installation
conforms with the National Electrical Code and local codes
and ordinances.

Do not connect the dishwasher to the power supply until the
appliance is permanently grounded.

All wiring connections must be enclosed in the junction box.
This unit has copper lead wires.

Joining aluminum building wire to stranded copper wire
should be done by a qualified electrician using materials
recognized by UL and local codes.

Do not use an extension cord. Such use can result in fire,
electrical shock, or other personal injury.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or
serious injury.

Figure 13

Figure 13

Figure 13

Figure 13

Figure 13

White Wire to

White Wire to

White Wire to

White Wire to

White Wire to

White Wire

White Wire

White Wire

White Wire

White Wire

(Neutral)

(Neutral)

(Neutral)

(Neutral)

(Neutral)

Black Wire to

Black Wire to

Black Wire to

Black Wire to

Black Wire to

Black Wire (Hot)

Black Wire (Hot)

Black Wire (Hot)

Black Wire (Hot)

Black Wire (Hot)

Junction

Junction

Junction

Junction

Junction

Box Cover

Box Cover

Box Cover

Box Cover

Box Cover

10

The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from tilting when door is
opened. Choose one of the methods described below to secure unit.

Countertop Anchoring

1. Install the Cabinet Seal Kit (Instructions included in Kit)

2. Replace Kickplate. See Figure 1

3. Adjust levelers (see Step 5) so mounting brackets touch

underside of countertop. IMPORTANT: Dishwasher must rest on
floor—do not hang from countertop. See Figure 14.

4. Tub needs to be even with the front of adjoining cabinets.

5.

Screw mounting brackets firmly to countertop using screws
provided in literature packet.

6.

Open and close dishwasher door slowly. If door hits mounting
brackets lower the dishwasher in front and rear.

Securing the Dishwasher

9

Use Phillips Head Screws

Use Phillips Head Screws

Use Phillips Head Screws

Use Phillips Head Screws

Use Phillips Head Screws

# 8 x

# 8 x

# 8 x

# 8 x

# 8 x

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Figure 14

Figure 14

Figure 14

Figure 14

Figure 14

To Remove and Replace Outer Door

Operate the machine through at
least one fill and pump-out,
checking the following items:

q

At first fill, make sure water completely covers filter surface.
(Motor pump sound may be heard before water enters unit).

q

At pump-out, make sure all water is pumped out.

q

Check water connections again for leaks.

Electric Shock Hazard

If all connections are correct, there are no leaks,
and unit runs properly, replace the kickplate
assembly before placing unit into operation.

Failure to follow this warning could result in
electric shock.

1.

Refer to Step 10, numbers 5 and 6, for replacing outer door.

2.

Adjust door springs to balance weight of door. A correct spring
setting allows door to remain horizontal in opened position, yet
will rise to close with slight lift of finger.

3.

If necessary, increase tension by moving springs to a hole
toward rear of unit or decrease by moving them toward front.

4.

Turn electrical supply on.

Replacing Door

7.

Check that dishwasher is level from front to back by placing
level on side of opened door. See Figure 9b.

8.

Adjust levelers up or down until dishwasher is level.

Figure 9b

Figure 9b

Figure 9b

Figure 9b

Figure 9b

Figure 9a

Figure 9a

Figure 9a

Figure 9a

Figure 9a

Figure 16a

Figure 16a

Figure 16a

Figure 16a

Figure 16a

Figure 16b

Figure 16b

Figure 16b

Figure 16b

Figure 16b

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

Appearance of console and door may

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

vary from your model.

5.

Replace junction box cover. See Figure 13.

Note: If mounting your dishwasher to the
countertop or to the floor is not a desirable option,
you can order the side mount kit, 154477201, by
contacting your dealer or parts supplier. This allows
you to install the dishwasher by securing it to the
cabinets or partitions on either side of the unit. The
kit utilizes the front frame of the dishwasher to
secure the unit to the cabinet or partitions.

5

5

5

5

5

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32

32

32

32

32

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you to remove.

See Figure 16b.

Note: Open and close door to make sure it does not hit

surrounding cabinets or countertop.

15

15

15

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16

16

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