User manual ASKO 1325

[. . . ] If you are replacing an old dishwasher, you must check the plumbing connection and wiring before you move the new dishwasher into place. NOTE: Cosmetic damage must be reported to the ASKO dealer within five days from the date of purchase. After unpacking the dishwasher, thoroughly check the unit for cosmetic damage. WHAT WHAT YOU NEED TOOLS 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Phillips No. 2 screwdriver Flat blade screwdriver Torx screwdriver size T 20 Adjustable wrenches (if you use copper fittings) Open-ended wrench (1/2" [12 mm] or 5/8" [16 mm]) Wire cutters and strippers Tape measure Spirit level Electric drill with 1" drill bit Keyhole saw 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) MATERIALS MATERIALS Minimum 3/8" OD copper tubing of sufficient length 9) for your installation Shut-off valve and fittings for water supply line 1 compression nut 1 compression sleeve 1 90° street elbow 1 90° compression elbow, 3/8" (10 mm) OD 10) Tip Guards (optional) When it is not possible to attach the dishwasher to the cabinet, you should install tip guards to prevent the machine from tipping when you open the door. Refer to page 3 for installation instructions. Tip Guards (P/N 8070851) DA TECHNICAL DATA Water pressure Power Heating element Max loading 18-176 psi 120 v, 60 Hz, 15 amp. [. . . ] No other appliance or outlets should be on this circuit. NOTE: Access holes must not be larger than 1-1/2" in diameter with no sharp edges. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This unit must be grounded to operate properly. It must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance. Damage to the dishwasher could occur if it is not properly grounded. WARNING!Make sure the water supply line, drain line and branch circuit wiring do not touch any exposed terminals of dishwasher wiring. PREPARING DISHWASHER INSTALLA ALLATION PREPARING THE DISHW ASHER FOR INSTALLATION At this point the styrofoam, plastic wrap, and the wood pallet (base) should be removed from the dishwasher. Should you find any damage, you should report it to your dealer or builder immediately. Be sure to remove the toe kick and toe kick insulation which are wrapped in heavy brown paper and packed inside the dishwasher. SLIDES FOR REAR LEGS The unit comes with two white plastic slides for the rear legs to protect the kitchen floor from being damaged when you slide the unit into place. The slides simply snap onto the bottom of the rear legs. Protective slides for rear legs simply snap onto the bottom of the legs. THE FILL STRIPS All ASKO dishwashers (except Models 1805FI and 1895) have color-coded fill strips to finish off the installation. To prevent damage to the machine, be sure to remove the shipping screws that secure the fill strips to the access panel. Do not replace them into the access panel. REMOVING PANEL REMOVING THE ACCESS PANEL To remove the access panel, first remove the two screws on each side of the access panel. There are two tabs at the top of the access panel that hold the panel in place against the guard plate. To remove the panel, you must slide it down below these tabs. REMOVING REMOVING THE TOE KICK BRACKETS BRACKETS WARNING! Do not screw the fill strips back to the lower access panel; otherwise, the machine will have to be uninstalled if service is necessary. Lay the insulation on the back side of the toe kick to make sure it fits properly. Peel the adhesive protection strip off the insulation and press it firmly to the back side of the toe kick, making sure you don't cover any slots on the toe kick. Positioning the notches on the toe kick at the edge of the access panel, slide the toe kick up behind the access panel then let it slide to the floor. Screw the toe kick to the toe kick brackets. Adjusting the Height on Models 1805FI and 1895 These models come with two toe kicks. Use the mounted toe kick if the machine will be 32-1/2" to 33-1/2" high. The toe kick has extended screw slots that allow you to adjust the height. Position the toe kick so it touches the floor and tighten the screws. Extended screw slots 4. 5. CHANGING THE FR ONT PANELS FRONT PANELS WARNING!Before working on any electrical appliance, be sure the electrical power has been turned off at the breaker/fuse box. Refer to the illustration at right for instruction references. Using needlenose pliers, remove the plastic plugs around the edges of the access panel and upper door panel. Using the screws provided with the trim kit, loosely secure parts A and C to the upper door panel. Slide the custom panel into trim kit channels and tighten the screw to part E. [. . . ] The two short screws (B) go into the back of the panel, 16-3/16" from the upper edge of the panel and 5/8" from the outer edges. Insert the short screws into the panel, leaving 1/8" of space between the screw head and the panel. Hook the panel screws (F) into the keyholes (C) on the dishwasher door. Push the panel upwards until the lower edge aligns with the lower edge of the cabinets. ADJUSTING THE DOOR SPRINGS After you install the custom panel, make sure the door can be opened at any angle. [. . . ]