Installation Instructions Renaissance ® Built-in Dishwasher Models RDW24S and RDW24I Dacor Part No. 105671 Rev.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions.......................... 1 About Safety Instructions................................. 1 Safety Symbols and Labels............................. 1 General Safety Precautions............................. 2 Product Specifications..................................... 3 Product Dimensions......................................... 3 Preparing for Installation.................................. 4 Electrical Specifications...................................
Important Safety Instructions Important Information About Safety Instructions • • The Important Safety Instructions and warnings in these instructions are not meant to cover all possible problems and conditions that can occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, maintaining or operating this or any other appliance. Always contact the Dacor Customer Service Team about problems and conditions that you don’t understand. See Customer Service Information.
Important Safety Instructions General Safety Precautions WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: Warning • • Warning Use this dishwasher only for its intended purpose as outlined in the use and care manual. It is not intended for commercial use. Read the use and care manual completely before use. • Do not tamper with the controls.
Product Specifications Product Dimensions Product tolerances: ±1/16” (±1.6 mm) Style varies, model RDW24S shown Depth with door open 49 3/4” (126.4 cm) Depth with door closed C A D Handle depth Drain hose Depth dimensions allow for hose on back of unit Side Front B 6 1/4” (15.9 cm) to 8 1/4” (21.0 cm) Shipping weight: 117 lbs. (53 Kg) Model RDW24S RDW24I Description 1 15/16” (4.9 cm) A B C Stainless steel 24” 34 1/8” (86.7 cm) to front panel (61.0 cm) 36 1/2” (92.
Preparing for Installation warning Observe all governing codes and ordinances during planning and installation. Contact your local building department for further information. Electrical Specifications warning Electrical and grounding connections must comply with the applicable portions of the national electrical code and/or other local electrical codes. This dishwasher comes with an electrical cord with a three prong grounding plug for a 120 Vac, 15 Amp. power supply.
Preparing for Installation Preparing the Location Cutout tolerances: +1/16” (+1.6 mm), -0 warning Follow all cabinet dimensions shown to insure safe operation. All minimum product dimensions must be met or exceeded (see page 3). Dimensions shown provide the required clearances. • The cabinet must enclose the dishwasher on the top, back and both sides. • Carefully check the location where the dishwasher is to be installed.
Preparing for Installation Custom Door Panel/Handle for Model RDW24I • • Preparing the Drain CAUTION The custom panel mounting screws are provided with the dishwasher. Follow the template included to ensure that the panel and the accompanying fasteners will fit properly. The handle and handle mounting hardware are not included with model RDW24I. A handle designed for use with an appliance should produce satisfactory results. Do not use a knob or handle attached by a single fastener.
Preparing for Installation Disposer connection Disposer connection 2” dia. max. Keep higher than disposer connection 20” min. Sink trap 35” max. 2” dia. max. 20” min. Keep higher than disposer connection Sink trap 35” max. Floor Floor Disposer Installation without Air Gap Waste tee Disposer Installation with Air Gap Waste tee 2” dia. max. 20” min. Air gap Sink trap Keep higher than waste tee connection 35” max. Floor Waste Tee Installation without Air Gap Air gap 2” dia. max.
Installation Instructions Verify the Package Contents • Remove all styrofoam and plastic wrap from the dishwasher. Be sure to remove the toe kick from the top of the dishwasher packaging. With the assistance of at least one person, remove the dishwasher from the shipping pallet. Place the unit to the side of the cabinet opening. NOTE: Since each dishwasher is tested at the factory for proper operation, there may be some residual water inside the unit, the water supply line or drain hose.
Installation Instructions Installation Preparation • Before working on wiring for any electrical appliance, be sure the power has been turned off at the breaker/fuse box. Place a tag at the disconnect switch indicating that you are working on the circuit. • Moving this appliance requires two people. Do not attempt to install or lift it alone. • To prevent personal injury, wear hand protection when moving this appliance.
Installation Instructions Custom Door Panel Installation (cont.): 5. Open the door slightly and use the six (6) supplied 1 3/4” screws to secure the panel to the door through the back. 6. Slide the bottom of the door frame up until the black trim around the exhaust vent just touches the panel. To prevent damage to the dishwasher or panel, make sure the exhaust vent is not blocked. Tighten both screws. 3.
Installation Instructions 6. 7. Reattach the front end of the spring by pulling it up and forward to fasten it in the mount. caution • Measure the height of the front and back of the cutout with a tape measure. 3. Adjust the feet, until the front of the dishwasher measures 1/8” (3.0 mm) shorter than the cutout height. 4. Open the door and pull the bottom rack out of the dishwasher. Check to make sure the dishwasher floor is level left to right using a level. Adjust the front legs as necessary. 5.
Installation Instructions Connecting the Wiring 7. Permanently Connected Appliance Only: If the cord is not long enough, or if a hard-wire installation is needed, follow the steps below to complete the electrical connection. Otherwise skip to Installing the Unit in the Cabinet. NOTE: When doing a hard-wire installation, you must remove the supplied power cord. Connect the ground (green) wire on the cable using a loop or spade terminal to the ground connection screw located on the dishwasher chassis.
Installation Instructions Installing the Unit in the Cabinet Water Line Connection 1. Position the dishwasher in front of the cutout. Make sure the drain hose, water supply line and power cable are positioned in the utility cutouts and are routed to the side they will be connected. Drain hose 2” dia. max. Power cable 1 1/2” dia. max. Water supply line warning Exercise care when installing or removing the dishwasher to reduce the likelihood of damage to the floor and to the power supply cable. 2.
Installation Instructions Drain Line Connection caution • • 1. 2. For proper dishwasher operation and drainage, the drain line must be routed through the bottom of the cabinet and up to the drain or air gap connection. The drain hose or air gap outlet must connect above the sink trap. Check again that the entire length of the power cable, water line and drain hose are free of pinches or kinks. 6. Verify that the dishwasher is level front to back and side to side inside the cutout.
Installation Instructions Final Leveling 1. 2. Attaching the Anti-tip Brackets Check to make sure that adjacent drawers and cupboards can be opened when the dishwasher door is open. Reposition the dishwasher if necessary. Check that there is a 1/8” (3.0 mm) space between the top of the dishwasher door and the underside of the cabinet. CAUTION Make sure to anchor one anti-tip bracket on each side of the dishwasher. 1.
Installation Instructions Installing the Toe Kick 1. Loosen the brackets for the toe kick by moving the gray catches toward the center of the dishwasher. Installation Checklist WARNING • To ensure a safe and proper installation, the following checklist should be completed by the installer to ensure that no part of the installation has been overlooked and the unit is working properly. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the homeowner.
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