Helpful Tip: Push up on front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs. With some installations, it may be easier to adjust the front leg using the ³⁄₁₆” hex head socket or adjustable wrench.
Preferred method | Optional method |
10 Check level side to side and adjust legs if needed
Place level against top front opening of tub. Check that dishwasher is level from side to side. If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up or down until dishwasher is level.
Connect to Water Supply
1 Slide nut and ferrule onto tubing
Nut
Ferrule
Copper tubing only: Slide nut then ferrule onto copper tubing about 1” (2.5 cm).
NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor.
2 Connect water supply using copper or flexible line
Copper tubing only: Put the tubing into the 90° elbow fitting as far as it will go (the copper tubing bends and kinks easily). Slide the nut and ferrule forward and start the nut onto the elbow threads.
Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to elbow using ⁵⁄₈” open- end wrench or adjustable wrench.
NOTE: Do not use Teflon tape with compression fittings.
3 Tighten copper or braided tubing connection
Hold the 90° elbow fitting still with one adjustable wrench and tighten the nut with second adjustable wrench.
Helpful Tip: Use a ⁵⁄₈”
4 Check for leaks
Place paper towel under 90° elbow fitting. Turn on water supply and check for leaks. If leak occurs, repeat previous step.
If needed, see website for animated representation of this step. Visit www.amana.com/watersupply under FAQ tab.
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