DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
• Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 10 feet distance to drain.
• Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the
dishwasher drain hose.
NOTE:
An air gap must be used, if waste tee or disposer
connection is less than 18" above floor to prevent
siphoning.
DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD
The type of drain installation depends on the following
question.
Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
Is waste tee less than 18" above floor?
If the answer to either question is YES, Method 1 MUST
be used.
• If the answers are NO, either method may be used.
CABINET PREPARATION
• Drill a 1-1/2" dia. hole in the cabinet wall within the
shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hose
connection. The hole should be smooth with no
sharp edges.
Method 1—Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required by local codes and
ordinances. The air gap must be installed according to
manufacturers instructions.
Method 2—“High Drain Loop” with Waste Tee or
Disposer
Figure C
Figure D
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
IMPORTANT
—
When
connecting drain line to disposer,
check to be sure that drain plug has
been removed. DISHWASHER WILL
NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
Remove
Hopper
Plug
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Installation Preparation
