Maytag MDB6000AWA Installation - Manual (Page 3)

Tip: Teflon ™ tape wraps clockwise onto threads.
Remove shipping plug from water inlet valve.
Install a 90 ° elbow (3/8" N.P.T) fitting into the water valve using Teflon ™ tape
or pipe thread compound. The opposite end of the fitting should fit in-coming hot
water supply line. Position the end of the elbow towards the rear of the dishwasher.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT connect a sweat type fitting directly to the water valve
as the required heat will damage the water inlet valve. Do not solder within 6"
(15.2 cm) from the water valve.
CAUTION: With the door open, dishwasher may tip forward if
it is not secure in position to cabinet.
WATER VALVE PREPARATION WATER VALVE PREPARATION
A 5/8" (1.6 cm) I.D. (Inside Diameter) x 7 ft. (2.1 m) corrugated drain hose is positioned
on side of dishwasher tub.
Drain hose connection can be located on either side of compartment. Elevate drain hose
to a height of at least 32" (81 cm) above the floor. If drain connection is to be made
below the floor, hose should be left in the looped position. It may be necessary to extend
drain hose for connection. DO NOT reduce the drain hose to less than 1/2" (1.3 cm) I.D.
(Inside Diameter).
DRAIN DRAIN
With the door latched, position dishwasher in front of cabinet opening. Insert
drain hose through the opening provided.
Guide dishwasher into the cabinet, pulling drain hose through opening as you
proceed. Make sure drain hose is not kinked.
POSITIONING THE DISHWASHER POSITIONING THE DISHWASHER
Tip: You may want to gently lay the dishwasher on it’s back to aid installation
of the water valve fitting.
Tip: Drain hose may have a small amount of water left from factory quality
assurance testing.
IMPORTANT: Never cut the corrugated portion of drain hose. All connections
must be made to rubber portions of drain hose. If cutting of drain hose is required,
do not cut past the 5/8" line.
IMPORTANT: Drain hose may change position even after installation. To insure proper operation, secure hose
to either side of cabinet wall, or to tub with hose clip (provided) to assure a 32" loop. Make certain there are
no kinks.
IMPORTANT: Do not attach the drain hose to any connection smaller than 1/2" I.D.
Dishwasher drain must have a 32" (81.2) loop. Drain hose may be clipped to either side of the dishwasher (see diagram A). It is preferred
that the drain hose be routed high enough to provide the 32" loop. If a loop cannot be put in the installation, an air gap (not included)
may be used.
DRAIN HOSE PREPARATION DRAIN HOSE PREPARATION
IMPORTANT: Routing of the drain hose is most important to insure satisfactory operation. It is not recommended
to extend drain line beyond 7' (2.1 m). However, should this be necessary, it must always be attached to a line
of larger inside diameter. An accessory drain hose extension kit (#904204) is available through your authorized
dealer. DO NOT route drain hose across the top of the tub, all bends must be gradual to prevent kinking or
collapsing of the hose.
Diagram A
(Side view of dishwasher)
Drain Hose Clip
Multi-flex Drain Hose
Water
Valve
Water Supply
90
°
Elbow
3/8"
Male NPT
(National Pipe Thread)
3/8" or 1/2"
Compression Fitting