Haier HDBL655AFB Installation Instructions Manual

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    24" built-in dishwasher installation instructions hdbl655afs hdbl655afw hdbl655afb.

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    1 table of contents dishwasher safety ........................................................................................2 installation requirements .........................................................................3 tools and parts ..........................................................

  • Page 4: Dishwasher Safety

    2 dishwasher safety your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. Danger warning caution this is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential haz...

  • Page 5: You Need To:

    3 you need to: • slowly open dishwasher door while someone grasps the rear of the dishwasher. Remove the drain hose and lower rack. Close dishwasher door until latched. • install this dishwasher as specified in these instructions. • installation should be performed by a qualified service technician....

  • Page 6: Tools Needed

    4 3/8” min. Copper tubing water line air gap for drain hose (if required) hose clamps strain relief coupler (extending drain line, if applicable) tools needed phillips screwdriver 5/16” and 1/4” nutdriver level flashlight 6” adjustable wrench measuring tape carpenters square safety glasses bucket gl...

  • Page 7: Location Requirements

    5 location requirements important: • do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with or contact dishwasher motors or legs. • the location where the dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between motors and flooring. Motors should not touch the floo...

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    6 • there must be a minimum of 255/8” (65.1 cm) in front of dishwasher to allow door to fully open. 25 5 / 8 " (65.1 cm) a b c a countertop b dishwasher c clearance for door opening 2" minimum product dimensions side view 25⁹⁄₁₆" (65 cm) 33¾" (85.7 cm).

  • Page 9: Drain Requirements

    7 rear view 25⁹⁄₁₆" (65 cm) drain requirements • use the new drain hose supplied with your dishwasher. If this is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length of 10 ft (3.05 m) that meets all current aham/iapmo test standards, is resistant to heat and detergent, use 5/8"(1.58 cm) or 7...

  • Page 10: Water Supply Requirements

    8 water supply requirements • the pressure of the water coming from the hot water supply line must be 20- 120 psi (138-862 kpa). The supply line may enter either from the right or left side, the rear or the floor within the shaded area. • the water connection is located on the left front side of the...

  • Page 11: Electrical Requirements

    9 electrical requirements warning electrical shock hazard installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer or service agency. Always disconnect the power before servicing this unit. This appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to do so could result in death, fire, or electrical...

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    10 wire routing and connection requirements cabinet preparation and wire routing • electrical connection is on the right front side of the dishwasher. Note: wiring the dishwasher will be easier if you route wire into the cabinet opening from the right side. • the wiring may enter either from the rig...

  • Page 13: Installation Instructions

    11 installation instructions step 1- check door balance with another person holding the dishwasher to prevent it from tipping, open the door slowly. If the door drops when released, increase the spring tension. If the door closes when released, decrease the spring tension. To adjust the spring tensi...

  • Page 14: Step 2- Adjust Leveling Legs

    12 step 2- adjust leveling legs 1. Measure the dishwasher height and the height of the opening from the underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will be installed (you need the lowest point). 2. Extend the leveling legs out from the dishwasher base 1/4" (6 mm) less than the height of the op...

  • Page 15: Step 4- Install 90° Elbow

    13 step 4- install 90° elbow warning excessive weight hazard use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 1. Using two or more people stand the dishwasher upright, and position it in front of the opening. 2. Wrap the 90° elbow with threa...

  • Page 16: Install The Drain Hose

    14 install the drain hose important: • always use a new drain hose when installing a new replacement dishwasher. • keep the drain hose away from the floor and the edge of the hole where it passes through the cabinet to minimize the noise caused by vibration when using the dishwasher. 1. Connect drai...

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    15 option 2 – (no garbage disposal- with air gap): 1. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut ribbed section). 2. Attach drain hose to air gap with large spring-type clamp. If the drain hose was cut, use a 11/2" to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*. 3. Use a rubber hose connector* with spring o...

  • Page 18: Warning

    16 option 4 – (no garbage disposal - no air gap): 1. Cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut ribbed section). 2. Attach drain hose to waste tee with 11/2" to 2” (3.8 to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*. This connection must be before the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where dishwas...

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    17 note: wiring the dishwasher will be easier if the wire is routed into the opening from the right-hand side. B a a preferred locations b optional locations 2. Remove sharp or rough edges by smoothing or covering the edges of the hole that the wiring passes through. Wood cabinet - sand edge of hole...

  • Page 20: Install The Waterline

    18 install the waterline note: routing the water line through the left side of cabinet opening will make water connection easier. 1. Drill a 1/2" (1.3 cm) hole in the cabinet side, rear or floor. Preferred and optional locations are shown in the following graphic. 2. Measure to determine the overall...

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    19 2. See step 5a “install the drain hose” for instructions to connect the drain hose to waste tee or garbage disposal using one of the following options: • option 1 - garbage disposal - with air gap • option 2 - no garbage disposal - with air gap • option 3 - garbage disposal - no air gap* • option...

  • Page 22: Warning

    20 step 7 – insert drain hose through cabinet warning excessive weight hazard use two or more people to move and install dishwasher. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 1. Using two or more people, stand the dishwasher upright. 2. Grasp the sides of the dishwasher at the edges of th...

  • Page 23: Opening

    21 step 8 – slide dishwasher partially into opening warning tip over hazard do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Do not push down on open door. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or cuts. 1. Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time. Note: d...

  • Page 24: Countertop

    22 step 9 – position dishwasher under countertop 1. Push dishwasher completely into the opening so that the front corners of the dishwasher door are flush with the cabinet doors. Note: it is all right if the dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening. Do not remove insulation blanket – the blanket...

  • Page 25: Warning

    23 5. Place level on door and rack track inside the tub as shown. Check that dishwasher is level from side to side, and from back to front. If the dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up or down until dishwasher is level. A b a level front to back b level side to side note: pull lower rack out...

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    24 2. Remove terminal box cover. Retain for later use. 3. Install a ul listed/csa approved strain relief. 4. Route direct wire so that it does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of dishwasher tub. 5. Pull direct wire through strain relief in terminal box. A a strain relief 6. Connect the wires...

  • Page 27: Warning

    25 method 2 - power supply cord warning electrical shock hazard plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord plug. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical shock. Important: the power cord ...

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    26 notes: • use ul listed wire nuts of the appropriate size to connect the power cord to 16-gauge dishwasher wiring. • insert wire ends into twist on connector. Do not pre-twist bare wire. • twist connector. • gently tug on wires to be sure both wires are secured. A b c a ground b white c black 7. T...

  • Page 29: Step 13 - Connect to Drain

    27 2. With copper tubing pushed into compression fitting as far as it will go, use a wrench and tighten compression fitting nut to elbow on water inlet valve. Do not use thread seal tape with compression fittings. 3. Place paper towel under elbow. Turn on water supply and check for leaks. Step 13 - ...

  • Page 30: Step 14 - Secure Dishwasher

    28 note: total drain hose length must not exceed 10 ft (3.05 m), for proper drain operation. A b a a hose clamp b coupler step 14 - secure dishwasher depending on the material of your countertop, use either instructions to “install to countertop” or “install to adjacent cabinets” to secure your dish...

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    29 7. Open the door about 3" (7.6 cm) and check that the space between the inner door and tub is equal on both sides. 8. If spacing is not equal, loosen the mounting clip screws and shift the tub. Retighten bracket screws. 9. Check that the top of the door does not contact the screws, mounting clips...

  • Page 32: Step 15 - Pre-Test Checklist

    30 step 15 - pre-test checklist 1. Check that the power is off. 2. Open dishwasher and remove all foam and paper packaging. 3. Locate user manual in the literature package. 4. Read user manual for operating instructions. 5. Check door opening and closing. If door does not open and close freely or te...

  • Page 33: Step 16 - Test Dishwasher

    31 step 16 - test dishwasher 1. Connect to power supply. Direct wire method: warning electrical shock hazard electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or ...

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    32 3. Select rinse only cycle; and press start/cancel. 4. After the first 2 minutes, unlatch door, wait 5 seconds, and then open door. Check to see that there is water in the bottom of the dishwasher tub. Check that dishwasher is working properly. 5. Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If a leak i...

  • Page 36: Important

    Important do not return this product to the store if you have a problem with this product, please contact the “haier customer satisfaction center” at 1-877-337-3639. Dated proof of purchase, model #, and serial # required for warranty service made in china fabriqué en chine hecho en china haier amer...