Option 2 Install custom toe panel | KitchenAid KUDD03DT guide

10.Lay the metal plate on the back of the custom front panel.

11.Align the centerline marked on the custom panel with the diamond shape and notch in the metal plate to center the metal plate horizontally. Align the horizontal line with the top of the metal plate.

horizontal line

top of plate

centerline

15.Line up the bracket holes with the pin holes and replace each pin so that the pin line is vertical.

16.Repeat steps 2–15 for other custom panel.

Option 2: Install custom toe panel

Custom toe panel dimensions

12. Using the screws provided, fasten the metal plate to the front

2-5/32"

23-1/2" (59.7 cm)

panel through the 3 inner holes.

three inner holes

13.Connect the medallion connector to the dishwasher connector.

lower front panel

end of medallion connector

14.Slide the metal plate tabs into the notches and slots on the dishwasher and gently pull up to lock in place.

(55 mm)

17" (43.2 cm) 1/2" (12.7 mm) radius

5" (12.7 cm)

max.

(varies)

The black prefinished toe panel can also have a custom front panel with a thickness from 3/8" to 3/4" (9–19 mm) attached to it.

Determine the height of the toe panel custom panel: The minimum height is 2-3/4" (70.5 mm). Measure from the top of the adjacent cabinet door front to the floor. Subtract 28-15/32"

(72.3 cm) for needed toe panel height.

NOTES: Depending on countertop height, you may not have to trim the toe panel.

Rugs placed in front of dishwasher could interfere with toe panel. Clearance between floor and toe panel may need to include the rug thickness.

1.Prepare the custom toe panel to specifications shown above.

2.Lay the custom toe panel face down.

3.Fasten the black plastic toe panel on the back of the custom toe panel with the screws provided with the dishwasher.

plastic toe panel

custom toe panel

4.Partially open bottom drawer. Position custom toe panel behind door and slide on the underside of tub.

5.Close the drawer and slide the toe panel back onto mounting rails.

KUDD03DT specifications

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