FORTE F18DWS250SS 18 Inch Stainless Steel Dishwasher Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- FORTE
Table of Contents
Installation Manual
18 Inch Stainless Steel Dishwasher
F18DWS250SS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Please read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions for the
consumer’s and local inspector’s use.
Note to Consumer- Keep these instructions with your Owner’s Manual for
future reference.
Skill Level – Installation of this dishwasher requires basic mechanical
and electrical skills. Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the
Appliance Warranty.
IMPORTANT – The dishwasher must be installed to allow for future removal
from the enclosure if service is required. If you received a damaged
dishwasher, you should immediately contact your dealer or builder.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS shown throughout these
instructions. While performing installations described in this booklet,
gloves, safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or injury to persons, the
installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time
of installation.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
PARTS SUPPLIED
Four #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8” long to secure dishwasher to
underside of countertop (in literature package).
4 screws with model of ST4*26
Materials you will need:
Thread seal tape
One 1-1/2” – 2” screw type clamp for connecting to waste-tee
Materials for New
Installations Only:
Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable
Hand shut-off valve
Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable
Tools you will need:
For New
Installations Only:
PREPARE DISHWASHER
- The rough cabinet opening must be at least 23” deep and 17.7” wide.
- The opening should be 32.5”-34.5” height.
- The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 10 feet in length for proper drainage.
- The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and back, and must not support any part of the enclosure.
- The minimum required space when the door open (Fugure B)
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
- Follow local codes and ordinance.
- Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
- Do not exceed 10 feet distance to drain.
- Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the dishwasher drain hose.
- Dishwasher must be connected to waste line with an air gap (not supplied) or 32” minimum high drain loop, depending on local codes and ordinances to prevent back flow into the dishwasher.
- Air gap must be used if waste tee or disposer connection is less than 18” above the floor to prevent siphoning.
DRAIN PREPARATION
The type of drain installation depends on answers to the following questions:
- Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
- Will waste tee or disposer connection be less than 18” above the floor?
- Will installation have a drain loop less than 32” above floor?
If the answer to ANY of the 3 questions above is YES, Method 1 MUST be used.
Otherwise either Method 1 or Method 2 may be used. Figure C or Figure D.
CAUTION:
An air gap MUST BE USED if the drain hose is connected to waste tee or
disposer lower than 18″ above the floor. Failure to provide the proper drain
connection height with air gap or 32″ minimum, high drain loop will result in
improper draining of the dishwasher.
Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
Method 2 – High Drain with Waste Tee or Disposer Provide a
method to attach drain hose to underside of countertop.
CABINET PREPARATION
Install waste tee or disposer and air gap according to manufacturer’s
instructions.
Drill a 1-1.5” 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.
PREPARE AND ROUTE THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
You Must Have:
120-volt, 60Hz, AC-only, 12-amp, fused electrical supply.
We Recommend:
A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
A separate circuit.
Connecting Dishwasher with A Power Cord:
Power cord must plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet, located in the cabinet
next to the dishwasher opening. Outlet must meet all local codes and
ordinances.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
The improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a
risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in
doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.
NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the
dishwasher cabinet opening.
Electrical Connection to
Dishwasher
Electrical connection is on the right front of dishwasher. For power cord
connections, install a 3-prong grounding type receptacle. The power-supply
receptacle for the appliance shall be installed in a cabinet or on a wall
adjacent to the undercounter space in which the appliance is to be installed.
PREPARE HOT WATER LINE AND POWER CORD HOLE
The line may enter from either side, rear or floor within the shaded area
shown in Figure F.
Each cut an additional 1-4/5” dia. hole to accommodate the water line and the
power cord.
Water Line Connection
- Turn off the water supply.
- Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location, such as under the sink. (Optional, but strongly recommended and may be required by local codes.)
- Connect one end of inlet line(A) to the 3/4-inch FHT(B) and connect to the dishwasher.
- Run the other end of the inlet line through the hole in the cabinet. If the shut-off valve is 3/8 inch I.D., the inlet line can be directly connected to the shut-off valve.
- Adjust water heater for 120°F to 150 °F temperature.
- Flush water line to clean out debris.
- The hot water supply line pressure must be 6-145 PSI.
CAUTION: Opening the door will cause the dishwasher to tip forward. Do not open the door until you are ready to install the dishwasher. If it is necessary to open the door, hold the top of the dishwasher securely with one hand and hold the door with the other hand.
INSTALLATION
** BEFORE YOU BEGIN
STEP 1 – HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY
Use a hex wrench to install the outside door handle.
This step is only applicable to the F18DWS250SS model.
STEP 2 – CHECK DOOR BALANCE
After placed the panel on the
dishwasher, please try open and close the door to test the balance to check
out whether the door can remain a same place. If not, please adjusting the
screw in the direction of clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the balance
of the door.
This step is only applicable to the F18DWS250SS model.
STEP 3 – INSERT DRAIN HOSE AND POWER CORD THROUGH CABINET
Insert drain hose into cabinet wall
hole.
Insert the power cord into another cabinet wall hole.
TIP: Position water line and house wiring on the floor to avoid
interference with base of dishwasher.
STEP 4 – SLIDE DISHWASHER PARTIALLY INTO CABINET
DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES.
DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.
Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.
Do Not Push Against Front Door Panel with Knee.
Damage to the door panel will occur.
As you proceed, pull the drain hose through the opening under the sink. Stop
pushing when the dishwasher is a few inches forward of adjacent cabinetry.
Make sure drain hose is not kinked under the dishwasher and there is no
interference with the water line and wiring or any other component.
STEP 5 – POSITIONDISHWASHER UNDER COUNTERTO P
Check to be sure that wires are secure under the dishwasher and not pinched or
in contact with other dishwasher components. Push dishwasher into cabinet. The
front corners of the dishwasher door should be flush with cabinet doors. Be
careful not to dent front panels with knees or damage countertop or cabinets
with dishwasher parts.
Reposition dishwasher by grasping
both sides with hands
STEP 6 – LEVEL DISHWASHER IMPORTANT:
Dishwasher must be level for proper dish rack operation and wash performance.
Place level on door and rack track inside the tub as shown to check that the
dishwasher is level.
Adjust the height by turning
the feet to make sure the dishwasher is level.
TIP: Pull lower rack out, about
halfway. Check to be sure the rack does not roll forward or back into
dishwasher. If the rack rolls in either direction, the dishwasher must be
leveled again. Adjust the height by turning to make sure the dishwasher is
level.
STEP 7 – FIXATION OF DISHWASHER**
- Fixing the dishwasher with the cabinet by turning the screws.
- Plug the four hole plugs into the holes in the sketch map.
Dishwasher liner right and left side
and the top 4 holes, use screws ST4*26 dishwasher fixed on the cabinet. (Self-
tapping screws were matching)
STEP 8 – CONNECT DRAIN LINE
FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8” 3/4” or 1” diameter connectionson the
air grap, waste tee or disposer. Cut on the marked line as required for your
installation.
If a longer drain hose is required,
add up to 42” of length for a total of 10 ft. to the factory installed hose.
Use 5/8” or 7/8” inside diameter hose and a coupler to connect the two hose
ends. Secure the connection with hose clamps.
NOTE: TOTAL DRAIN HOSE LENGTH
MUST NOT EXCEED 10 FEET FOR PROPER DRAIN OPERATION.
Water Line Connection
Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using either previously
determined method.
Method 1 -Air gap with waste tee or disposer
Method 2 -High drain loop with waste
tee or disposer
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.
TIP: Avoid unnecessary
service call charges. Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed
before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, fire, or electrical shock.
STEP 9 – CONNECT POWER SUPPLY
Power supply cord – Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Make sure the socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance, the socket
must have earing wire, and can hold 120V/13A, otherwise damage or accidence
may occur, other electric appliance with big power cannot use the same socket
with the dishwasher.
STEP 10 – INSTALLATION OF KICK PLATE
Kick plate can move up and
down. When you are fixing the kick plate, if the upper and lower adjustment
distance of the kick plate can not meet the installation requirements, you can
ser a sharp knife to cut one piece along the groove in the kick plate (three
pieces can be cut down, and each piece is 10 mm high. Note that it
requires professionals to operate.
Reference Dimension
Serial Number| Base Board
| Up and down| Back and forth
1| 3.15 inch| Min :1 .57 inch
2| 3.54 inch
3| 3.94 inch
4| 4.33 inch
Notice:
The required height of the kick plate is as per the principle of aesthetic,
opening the door smoothly, and closing the door smoothly. Please check the
suggested chart for the reference.
STEP 11 – PRETEST CHECKLIST
Review this list after installing your dishwasher to avoid charges for a
service call that is not covered by your warranty.
Check to be sure power is OFF.
Open door and remove all foam and paper packaging.
Locate the Owner’s Manual in the literature package.
Read the Owner’s Manual for operating instructions.
Check door opening and closing. If door does not open and close freely or
tends to fall, check spring adjustments.
Check to be sure that wiring is secure under the dishwasher, not pinched or in
contact with other components.
Check door alignment with tub. If door hits tub, level dishwasher.
Pull lower rack out, about halfway. Check to be sure it does not roll back or
forward on the door. If the rack moves, adjust leveling legs.
Check door alignment with cabinet. If door hits cabinet, reposition or relevel
dishwasher.
Verify water supply and drain lines are not kinked or in contact with other
components. Contact with dishwasher frame could cause noise.
Turn on the sink hot water faucet and verify water temperature.
Incoming water temperature must be between 120 °F and 150°F.
A minimum of 120 °F temperature is required for best wash performance.
Turn on water supply. Check for leaks. Tighten connections if needed.
STEP 12 – DISHWASHER WET TEST
Plug power cord into outlet.
Power on and select Rinse Wash program.
Close door and press the start buttons.
Check to be sure that water enters the dishwasher. If water does not enter the
dishwasher, check to be sure that water and power are turned on.
Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If a leak is found, turn power supply
off, then tighten connections. Restore power after leak is corrected.
Check for leaks around the door. A leak around the door could be caused by
door rubbing or hitting against adjacent cabinetry. Reposition the dishwasher
if necessary.
The dishwasher will drain and turn off about 10 to 12 minutes after the first
fill. Check drain lines. If leaks are found, turn power off at the breaker and
correct plumbing as necessary.
Restore power after corrections are made.
Open dishwasher door and make sure most of the water has drained. If not,
check drain line for kinking.
Run the dishwasher through another fill and drain cycle.
Check for leaks and correct if required.
STEP 13 – LITERATURE
At the end of drain, open door and select power off button.
Be sure to leave complete literature package and installation instructions
with consumer.