Whirlpool WDF518SAAM - Manual

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
Undercounter Dishwasher
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
WDF518SAA
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. If this is not long enough, use a new
drain hose with a maximum length of 10 ft (3.05 m)
that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is
resistant to heat and detergent, use
⁵⁄₈" (1.58cm) or
⁷⁄₈" (2.2cm) inside diameter hose and a coupler to
connect the two hose ends. Secure the connection
with two clamps.
■ Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet
above drain trap in house plumbing and 32" (81.3
cm) minimum above the floor. 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 an air gap if the drain hose is connected to house
plumbing lower than 18" (45.7 cm) above floor.
■ Use ¹⁄₂" minimum I.D. drain line fittings.
■ 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. W10518037-D-WH
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air gap
* To front of door frame
22" (59cm)*
18" (45.7 cm)
32 ¹⁄₂"
(82.5 cm) min.
35" (88.9 cm)
max
SIDE VIEW REAR VIEW
17 ¹⁄₂" (44.5 cm) min.
18" (45.7 cm) max.
CABINET CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
6"
(15.2 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
min.
All surfaces must be free
from intrusions
34" to 35"
(86.4 cm to
88.9 cm)*
17 ⁵⁄₈" (44.8 cm) min.
18" (45.7 cm) max.
* Underside of countertop to floor.
Cut holes in shaded area of cabinet walls or floor for plumbing and electrical service.
NOTE: 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.