UGP-24CR Classic Retro By Unique 24 Inch Dishwasher Installation Guide

CLASSIC RETRO BY UNIQUE
24” DISHWASHER

MODEL NUMBER : UGP-24CR DW T, UGP-24CR DW B, UGP-24CR DW LG, UGP-24CR DW W

INSTALLATION GUIDE
serial number:
NOV22V1
MANUFACTURED & CERTIFIED BY
Unique Appliances Ltd

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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 User Guide 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.

• Completion Time – One to three hours. New installations require more time than replacement installations.

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 call customer service.

FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS shown throughout these instructions. While performing installations described in this booklet, gloves and safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
Warning
This dishwasher comes with a heating element to heat the water. To avoid the risk of a serious burn, don’t touch the heating element when the dishwasher is on.
WARNING: 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 INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting, and other connecting facilities.
Preparing to install your dishwasher

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS/ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

Material needed (purchased separately):

Enclosure Requirements

• Dishwashers must be installed with a drain hose no longer than 10 feet (3.01 m) to ensure proper drainage.
• The dishwasher is designed to be enclosed on top and sides by standard domestic kitchen cabinets.
• The installation enclosure must be clean and free of obstructions.
•  Cabinets must be at least 24″ wide, 25″ deep and 34″ high. (Refer to Fig 2. on pg 5)  The standard countertop depth measures approximately 25”. The diswasher door will sit 1″ proud of the countertop. If you are building a custom kitchen you can size your
  countertop using 26″ in depth. (Refer to Fig 1. on pg 5)

Making sure the top mouinting clips are installed:

• Insert into the slots on top of the dishwasher.
• Fasten with screws.
• Fix clips underneath counter with screws.

ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS/DIMENSIONS

ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

If installing into a corner
Allow 2 in. (5.08 cm) min. clearance between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall, or other appliances. Allow 25.63 in. (65.1 cm) min. clearance from the front of the dishwasher for opening the door.

Drain requirements
Follow all local codes and ordinances.

• Do not exceed 10 ft. (3.01 m) of drain hose.

• Do not connect the drain lines from other devices to the dishwasher drain hose.

• The dishwasher must be connected to a waste line with an air gap (not provided) or a 32 in.
  (81.28 cm) high (min.) drain loop, depending on local codes and ordinances, to prevent back flow into the dishwasher.

• An air gap must be used if the waste tee or garbage disposal connection is less than 18 in.
  (45.72 cm) above the floor, to prevent siphoning.

Drain preparation
The type of drain installation required depends on the answers to the following questions:

• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
• Will the waste tee or garbage disposal connection be less than 18 in. (45.72 cm) above the floor?
• Will installation have a drain loop less than 32 in. (81.28 cm) above the floor?

If the answer to ANY of these questions is YES, Method 1 MUST be used. Otherwise, either Method 1 or Method 2 may be used.

Caution:

• An air gap MUST BE USED if the drain hose is connected to a waste tee or garbage disposal lower than 18 in. (45.72 cm) above the floor.
• Failure to provide the proper drain connection height with an air gap or 32 in. (81.28 cm) (min.) high drain loop will result in improper draining of the dishwasher.

INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER

Electrical requirements

• This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz, and it must be connected to its own, properly grounded branch circuit that is protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
• Wiring must be two wire with ground.
• If the electrical supply does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.

Warning:
Remove the house fuse or open the circuit breaker before beginning the installation. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Grounding Instructions – Cable Direct
This dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal, hard-wired system, or equipment ground conductor running between circuit conductors and connected to the dishwasher grounding terminal or wire.
Grounding Instructions – Power Cord Models
This dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or failure, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing the path of least resistance for current flow. The plug must be inserted into a suitable outlet that is installed and grounded according to local codes.

INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER Cont’d

WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment ground conductor creates a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if you have any doubts as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Direct Wire Method

• Cables should be routed as shown in “Cabinet Preparation and Wire Routing” on page 8 and the should extend at least 60.96 cm (24 inches) beyond the rear panel.
• Use stranded, armored, or non-metallic copper wire with a drain wire that meets domestic wiring requirements and local codes and codes.
• Use UL-listed/CSA-certified strain relief.

Power Cord Method

• Install a 3-pin grounding receptacle. Wall outlet can be installed in the closet or on an adjacent wall under-counter space to install a dishwasher.
• Recommended power cord length is 54 inches. (1.4 m) minimum and 64 inches (1.6 m) maximum.

Cabinet preparation and wire routing

•  The wiring may enter the opening from either side, the rear, or the floor within the shaded area.
• The electrical connection is on the front right of the dishwasher.
• Drill a 1.5 in. (3.81 cm) maximum diameter hole to run the electrical cable through the wall of the cabinet.
• The hole must be free of sharp edges. If the cabinet wall is metal, the hole edge must be covered with a bushing or rubber grommet.
• Cable direct connections may pass through the same hole as the drain hose and hot water line, but power cords with plugs must pass through a separate hole.

Preparing the hot water line
The water connection is on the left side of the dishwasher.

• Hot water pipes can enter the opening from the side, back or bottom within the shadow area.

• The hot water supply pipe can be passed through the same hole as the electricity/drain hose.
  Alternatively, you can drill an additional hole with a maximum diameter of 3.81 cm (1.5 inches) for the hot water pipe.

• When using a power cord with a plug, do not run the hot water pipe through the same hole as the power cord.

Connecting the water line to the water supply

1. Turn off the water supply.
2. Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location, such as under the sink. This is optional, but strongly recommended, and may be required by local codes.
3. Install the hot water inlet line, using at least 3/8 in. O.D. copper tubing. Route the line as shown in the figure above and extend it forward at least 18 in. (45.72 cm) from the rear wall of the enclosure.
4.  Adjust the water heater to a temperature of 120° F to 150° F (49° C to 65° C).
5. Flush the water line to clean out any debris.

Note: The hot water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi (138 and 827 kPa).
Step 1: Check the door balance

Caution:

• Opening the door of your dishwasher before it is installed will cause it to tip forward. Do not open the door until you are ready to install your 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.

1. Hold the top of the dishwasher firmly.

2. Open the door slowly, then release it. If the door drops, increase the spring tension.
   If the door closes, decrease the spring tension.

3. Continue moving the spring pin until the door is balanced. Adjust both springs to the same tension.

Note: If you choose the mood decoration door (about 3.5KG), you can choose the fifth groove counting from the top groove. If you choose the metal decoration door (about 7.5KG), you need fix the springs to the third groove in the same method.

Step 2: Adjust the leveling legs

1. Move the dishwasher close to the installation location and lay it on its back.
   Note: Make sure that the leveling feet are loosened before standing the dishwasher upright.
   They may be tight from shipping/packaging.

2. Measure the installation height and the dishwasher height.

3.  Extend the leveling legs out from the dishwasher base .25 in. (6.35 mm) less than the installation height.

Step 3: Remove the toekick

• Remove the two toekick screws with a Phillips screwdriver, then remove the toekick.

Step 4: Install to power
Turn off the electricity to the dishwasher’s electrical circuit.
Make sure that the electrical power is turned off at the source.

Warning:

• If your house wiring is not 2-wire with a ground, a ground must be provided by the installer.
• If your house wiring is aluminum, be sure to use cUL/UL Listed anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.

Power cord

1. Remove the junction box cover on the front right of the dishwasher.
2.  Make sure that the junction box’s electrical wires are pulled inside of the junction box.
3. Remove the lock nut from the strain relief, then push the strain relief into the round opening of the junction box.
4. Install the lock nut on the strain relief from inside the junction box.
5.  Insert the ends of the power cord’s electrical wires into the junction box through the strain relief.
6. Connect the incoming white (or ribbed) wire to the dishwasher’s white wire, the black (or smooth) wire to the dishwasher’s black wire, and the ground wire to the dishwasher’s green wire. Use cUL/UL listed wire nuts of the appropriate size.
7. Tighten the strain relief screws and lock nut to stabilize the power cord’s electrical wires, then make sure that all of the connections are secure.
8.  Replace the junction box cover on the right front of the dishwasher. Be sure that the wires are not pinched under the cover.

Note: If If you have trouble replacing the junction box cover, loosen the screws on the strain relief.

Direct wiring

1. Remove the junction box cover from the power supply junction box on the wall.
   

2. Locate the three dishwasher wires, (white, black, and green) with stripped ends, then insert the dishwasher wires through the small hole in the junction box.

3. Secure the house wiring to the bottom of the junction box with a strain relief fitting.

4. Use wire nuts to connect incoming ground to green, white to white, and black to black.

5. Replace the junction box cover. Make sure that no wires are pinched under the cover.
   

Step 5: Install the 90° water supply elbow

1. Install the 90° elbow onto the water valve. Do not overtighten the 90° elbow. The water valve bracket could bend or the water valve fitting could break.
2. Position the end of the elbow to face the floor when the dishwasher is upright.

Step 6: Connecting the water supply line

1. Make sure that you wrapped the 90° elbow with Teflon thread seal tape twice.

2. Slide the compression nut, then the ferrule over the end of the water supply line.
   Note: If you have a steel-grated line, you do not need a ferrule or compression nut.

3. Insert the water supply line into the 90° elbow.

4. Slide the ferrule against the 90° elbow and secure it with the compression nut.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that the door spring does not rub or contact the water supply line or drain hose.
Test by opening and closing the door. Reroute the lines if interference occurs.

Step 7: Install the drain hose

1. Make sure that the leveling feet are loosened before standing the dishwasher upright. They may be tight from shipping/packaging.
2. Turn the dishwasher upright.
3. Slide a screw-type hose clamp onto the right-angled end of the drain hose.
4. Install the drain hose to the dishwasher drain outlet on the back of the dishwasher, then tighten the screw-type hose clamp.
   (Do not over tighten the hose clamp, as you can damage the plastic drain.)

Step 8: Install the drain hose

1. Insert the drain hose into the hole in the cabinet wall. If a power cord is used, guide the end through a separate hole.
   Tip: Position the water line and house wiring on the floor to avoid interfering with the base of the dishwasher.
   

Step 9: Slide the dishwasher partially into the cabinet
Caution: Do not push against the front panel with your knees. Damage will occur.

1. Position the dishwasher in front of the opening, then slide the dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.
2. Pull the drain hose through the opening under the sink as you proceed. Stop when the dishwasher is a few inches in front of the adjacent cabinetry.
3. Make sure that the drain hose is not kinked under the dishwasher and that there is no interference with the water line, wiring, or any other component.

Step 10: Position the dishwasher under the countertop
Tip: Check tub insulation blanket, if equipped. It should be positioned so it is not bunched up or interfering with door springs. Check by opening and closing the door.

1. Position the dishwasher in front of the opening, then slide the dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.
2. Push the dishwasher into the cabinet. The front corners of the dishwasher door should be flush with the cabinet doors. Be careful not to dent the front panel with your knees or damage the countertop or cabinets with dishwasher parts.

Note: You will not have access to the back leveling legs once the dishwasher is put in place.

IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must be level for proper dish rack operation and wash performance.

1. Open the door, then place a level on the door and on the rack track inside the tub to make sure that the dishwasher is level.
   

2. Level the dishwasher by adjusting the four leveling legs individually.
   TIp: Pull the lower rack out about halfway. Make sure that the rack does not roll forward or back into the dishwasher. If the rack rolls in either direction, you must level the dishwasher again.
   Note: You may need to pull your dishwasher out of the cabinet if major adjustments to the four leveling legs are required.

3. If the edge of the door hits the side of the tub, the dishwasher is not installed correctly. Adjust the leveling legs to align the door to the tub. Note: Keep dishwasher level

Step 12: Securing the dishwasher to the countertop
Caution: Do not push against the front panel with your knees. Damage will occur.

• For countertops made of wood or materials that won’t be damaged by drilling, use Method 1.
• For countertops made of granite, marble, or other materials that could be damaged by drilling, use Method 2.
• f the gap between the control panel and the cabinet is less than 0.4 in. (10 mm), use Method 2.

Method 1

1. Insert the long top mounting clips into the slot.
2. Bend the brackets to secure them to the dishwasher tub.
3. Secure the dishwasher to the countertop through the holes in the brackets, using the screws provided
   IMPORTANT: Drive the screws straight and flush. Protruding screw heads will scratch the top of the control panel and interfere with the door closing.

Method 2

1. Remove the plastic tub caps from the inside of the dishwasher tub.

2. Drive a wood screw through the hole in the side of the dishwasher into the cabinet frame.
   IMPORTANT: Drive the screws straight and flush. Protruding screw heads will scratch the side if the dishwasher. This method is for attaching the dishwasher to the side of the cabinet, and it should be done when the countertop is made of granite or other breakable materials.

3. Reinsert the plastic tub caps.

Step 13: Connecting the drain hose

1. Cut on the marked line as required for your installation. The drain hose’s molded end will fit 5/8” or 1″ diameter connections on the air gap, waste tee, or garbage disposal.
   IMPORTANT: Follow all local codes and ordinances.

2. If a longer drain hose is required, you can add up to 42″ (1.1 m) of length, for a total of 10 ft. (3.01 m) 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 screw-type hose clamps.

IMPORTANT: For proper drain operation, the total drain hose length must not exceed 10 ft. (3.01 m).

3. Secure the drain hose to the air gap, waste tee, or garbage disposal with a screw-type clamp, using the appropriate method below. See “Drain preparation” on page 6, if you do not know which method to to use.
   Method 1 – Air gap to a waste tee or garbage disposal Method 2 – High drain loop to a waste tee or garbage disposal

4. If connecting the drain line to a garbage disposal, make sure that the drain plug has been removed. Your dishwasher will not drain if the plug is left in place.
   

Step 14: Performing a pre-test check

Review this list after installing your dishwasher to avoid problems or charges for a service call not covered by your warranty.

• Make sure that power is turned OFF.
• Open the door and remove all foam and paper packaging.
• Locate the User Guide in the literature package.
•  Read the User Guide for operating instructions.
• Check the door opening and closing. If the door does not open and close freely, or tends to fall, check the spring adjustments. See Step 1: Check the door balance
• Make sure that the wiring is secure under the dishwasher and not pinched or in contact with door springs or other components. See Step 9: Position the dishwasher under the countertop.
• Check the door alignment with the tub. If the door hits the tub, level the dishwasher. See Step 10: Level the dishwasher
• Pull the lower rack out about half way. Make sure that it does not roll back or forward on the door. If the rack moves, adjust the leveling legs. See Step 10: Level the dishwasher.
• Check the door alignment with the cabinet. If the door hits the cabinet, reposition or relevel the dishwasher. See Step 10: Level the dishwasher
• Make sure that water supply and drain lines are not kinked or in contact with other components. Any contact with the motor or dishwasher frame could cause a noise. See Step 8: Slide the dishwasher partially into the cabinet.
• Turn on the sink hot water faucet and verify the 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. See Preparing the hot water line
• Add a half gallon (2 l) of water to the bottom of the dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal.
• Turn on the water supply. Check for leaks. Tighten connections if needed.
• Remove any protective film (if present) from the control panel and door.

Step 15: Wet testing the dishwasher

1. Turn on the power supply (or plug the power cord into the outlet, if equipped).
2.  Turn on your dishwasher (refer to the User Guide for instructions).
3. Open the door, select the Rinse only cycle, and press START/Cancel, close the door within four seconds of pressing START/Cancel.
4. Make sure that water enters the dishwasher. If water does not enter the dishwasher, check to be sure that water and power are turned on.
5.  Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If a leak is found, turn the power supply off, then tighten connections. Restore power after the leak is corrected.
6. 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. See “Step 9: Position the dishwasher under the countertop”
7.  When the dishwasher is draining, check the drain lines. If leaks are found, turn power off at the breaker and correct plumbing as necessary.
8.  Restore the power after corrections are made. See “Step 12: Connecting the water supply line”
9. Open the dishwasher door and make sure that most of the water has drained. If not, check that the disposer plug has been removed and/or the air gap is not plugged. See “Step 13: Connecting the drain hose”. Also check the drain line for kinking.
10.  Run the dishwasher through another fill and drain cycle. Check for leaks and correct if required.

Step 16: Replacing the toekick

• Place the toekick against the legs of the dishwasher. The slots should align with the toekick bracket screw holes. Allow the toekick to touch the floor. Install the toekick screws.
  Note: Make sure that you install the toekick in the correct direction. The toekick should be aligned correctly with the junction box.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Warning:
Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
Caution:
Label all wires prior to disconnection. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify operation after servicing.

RATING PLATE

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Designed and manufactured by: Unique Appliances Ltd.,
2245 Wyecroft Road #5, Oakville, Ontario, Canada. L6L 5L7.

Energy Verified
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Energetique Verifie

Model : UGP-24CR DW
DISHWASHER / LAVE – VAISSELLE Made in China

Tension Nominale
Rated Frequency| 60Hz
Phase| Single
Total Current| 8.4A
Motor| 1.0A
Heater| 7.4A

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Oakville, Ontario, Canada, L6L 5L7
www.uniqueappliances.com

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