Whirlpool W10282559A Secure dishwasher in cabinet opening, Direct wire method

Models: W10282559A

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Secure dishwasher in cabinet opening

5.Put the spring-type drain hose clamp over the drain hose connector.

6.Push the drain hose onto the drain hose connector.

7.Use pliers to open the clamp over the drain hose and drain hose connector. Push the drain hose onto connector as far as it will go.

Release the clamp. Check that the drain hose is secure.

NOTE: If a screw-type clamp is used instead of spring-type clamp, use a ⁵⁄₁₆" nut driver to tighten the drain hose securely to the drain hose connector.

Secure dishwasher in cabinet opening

3.Place the lower panel behind the access panel.

Grounding clip

4.Slide the lower panel over and down onto the screws.

5.Hold the 2 panels together and place them against the dishwasher leg.

6.Reattach the access panel to the dishwasher.

7.Reinstall the screws through the holes in the access panel and the slots in the lower panel. Install the right side screw first.

8.Check that the lower edge of the lower panel contacts the floor.

9.Tighten the screws.

Direct wire method:

1.If you have not already done so, open dishwasher door and

place towel over pump assembly and spray arm of dishwasher. This will keep screws from falling into pump area if you unintentionally drop them when securing dishwasher to countertop.

2. Check that dishwasher is still level and centered side to side in the opening.

3. Secure dishwasher to countertop or sides of cabinet with two, #10 x ¹⁄₂" Phillips-head screws. The dishwasher must be secured to keep it from tipping when door is opened.

4.Open door about 3" (7.6 cm) and check that space between inner door and tub is equal on both sides. If spacing is not equal, loosen bracket screws and shift tub. Tighten bracket screws.

5.Check that top of door does not contact screws, brackets, or countertop. If it does, dishwasher must be lowered and re- leveled.

6.Remove towel from dishwasher.

7.Reinstall the lower dish rack.

Complete installation

Power supply cord method:

1.Check that grounding clip is attached to the access panel.

2. Start the screws in the lower panel holes on the dishwasher. Do not tighten.

10. Reconnect power or plug in dishwasher.

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Whirlpool W10282559A Secure dishwasher in cabinet opening, Direct wire method, Complete installation