Whirlpool WDF550SAAS User Manual

Undercounter dishwasher

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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Undercounter Dishwasher

PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS

WDF550SAA

Electrical Requirements: 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or
20-amp fused electrical supply. Copper wire only. A time-
delay fuse or circuit breaker and separate circuit is
recommended.
If direct wiring dishwasher: Use flexible, armored or
nonmetallic, sheathed copper wire
with grounding wire that meets the
wiring requirements for your home
and local codes and ordinances.
Use a UL Listed or CSA Approved strain relief.

If connecting dishwasher with a power supply cord:
Use Power Supply Cord Kit (Part
Number 4317824) marked for use
with dishwashers. Follow the kit instructions for installing
the power supply cord.

Power supply cord must plug into a grounded
three-prong, outlet, located in the cabinet next to
the dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all local
codes and ordinances.
Water Supply Requirements: A hot water line with 20 to
120 psi (138 to 862 kPa) water pressure. Water
temperature must be 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher.
Use

³⁄₈" O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or

flexible braided water supply line (Part Number 4396897RP)
(

¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is not recommended). Use a

90° elbow with

³⁄₄" hose connection with rubber washer. Do

not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) of the 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

¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) minimum I.D. drain line fittings.

NOTE: Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the
dishwasher drain hose.

Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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air gap

Side View

*

* To front of door frame

Rear View

24" (61 cm)*

16 5/8"(42.2 cm)

32

¹⁄₂" to 34¹⁄₂"

(82.6 to 87.6 cm)

23 5/9"(59.8cm)

2

¹⁄₂" (6.2 cm)

CABINET CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

A. All surfaces free from intrusions

24" (61 cm)

minimum

34" to 35"

(86.4 cm to 88.9 cm)

24 (61 cm)

maximum

A

6"
(15.2 cm)

4"

(10

.2 cm)

* Underside of countertop to floor

NOTES:

Cut holes in shaded area of cabinet walls or floor for plumbing and electrical service.

ADA installation—32

¹⁄₂" (82.5 cm) beneath 34" (86.4 cm) high countertops may be

accomplished by adjusting the toekick and leveling legs.

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