KUCHT K6502D Dishwasher Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Kucht
Table of Contents
KUCHT K6502D Dishwasher
Product Information
Specifications:
- Model: K6502D
- Type: Built-in Dishwasher
- Noise Level: 46db
- Capacity: 166 Bottles
Product Usage Instructions
Before You Begin:
- Read these instructions completely and carefully.
- Ensure compliance with local governing codes and ordinances.
- Allow for future removal of the dishwasher from the enclosure if service is required.
- If you received a damaged dishwasher, immediately contact your dealer or builder.
For Your Safety:
- Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS shown throughout these instructions.
- Wear gloves, safety glasses, or goggles while performing installations described in this booklet.
Installation Preparation:
Parts Supplied:
- Four flat-head wood screws to secure the dishwasher to the underside of the countertop (in the literature package)
- Screw-type hose clamps and one drain hose
- 2 side mounting clips
- 2 top mounting clips
Materials You Will Need:
- Air gap for drain hose, if required
- Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable
- Electrical cable or power cord, if applicable
- Screw-type hose clamps
- Strain relief for electrical connection
- Hand shut-off valve
- Water line (3/8 min. copper)
- Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable
Tools You Will Need:
- Phillips head screwdriver
- 5/16 and 1/4 nutdriver
- 6 adjustable wrench
- Carpenter’s square
- Measuring tape
- Safety glasses
- Flashlight
- Bucket to catch water when flushing the line
Prepare Dishwasher Enclosure:
- Ensure the floor is even with the room floor.
- Plumbing and electric service must enter the shaded area.
- Install the dishwasher with a minimum clearance of 2″ (50.8mm) between the dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall, or other appliances when installed into a corner.
- Allow a minimum clearance of 25-5/8″ (650.9mm) from the front of the dishwasher for the door opening.
Drain Requirements:
Connect the dishwasher drain hose with an air gap (not supplied) or a minimum
of 32″ (812.8mm) above the floor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What should I do if I have an installation problem?
A: Contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, exhausting, and other connecting facilities.
FOR MORE DETAILS AND INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.KUCHT.COM.
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 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 GE Appliance Warranty.
- Completion Time – 1 to 3 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 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
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.
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.
Installation Preparation
PARTS SUPPLIED
- Four flat head wood screws to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop (in literature package).
- Screw-type hose clamps and one drain hose.
- 2@ side mounting clips.
- 2 top mounting cl\ips.
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
- Ferrule, compression nut and 90° Elbow (3/8″NPT external thread on one end, opposite end sized to fi t water supply)
- Thread seal tape
- UL Listed wire nuts (3)
Materials For New Installations Only:
- Air gap for drain hose, if required
- Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable
- Electrical cable or power cord, if applicable
- Screw-type hose clamps
- Strain relief for electrical connection.
- Hand shut-off valve
- Water line 3/8″ min. copper
- Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
- Phillips head screwdriver
- 5/16″ and 1/4″ nutdriver
- 6″ Adjustable wrench
- Level
- Carpenters square
- Measuring tape
- Safety glasses
- Flashlight
- Bucket to catch water when flushing the line
- Gloves
For New Installations Only:
- Tubing cutter
- Drill and appropriate bits
- Hole saw set
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
- The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24”(609.6mm) deep and to 24”(609.6mm) wide. The opening should be to 35”(889mm) max height.
- The dishwasher must be installed so that the drain hose is no more than 10 feet(3.05mm) in length for proper drainage.
- The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, side and back, and must not support any part of the enclosure.
CLEARANCES:
When installed into a corner, allow 2”(50.8mm) min. clearance between the
dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances. Allow
25-5/8”(650.9mm) min. clearance from the front of the dishwasher for the door
opening. Fig. 2
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS:
- Follow local codes and ordinances.
- Do not exceed 10 feet(3.05mm) in distance to the drain.
- Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the dishwasher drain hose.
- The dishwasher must be connected to the waste line with an air gap (not supplied) or 32”(812.8mm) minimum high drain loop, depending on local codes and ordinances to prevent backflow into the dishwasher. Air gap must be used if waste tee or disposer connection is less than 18”(457mm) 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 the installation of an air gap?
- Will the waste tee or disposer connection be less than 18”(457mm) above the floor?
If the answer to ANY of the 2 questions above is YES, METHOD 1 MUST BE USED. Otherwise, either Method 1 or Method 2 may be used. Fig. 3 or Fig. 4
CAUTION:
- An air gap MUST BE USED if the drain hose is connected to a waste tee or disposer lower than 18”(457mm) above the floor.
- Failure to provide the proper drain connection height with an air gap or 32”(812.8mm) 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 the drain hose to the underside of the countertop.
CABINET PREPARATION:
Drill a 1-1/2”(38.1mm) dia. hole in the cabinet wall within Fig. 1 for
drain hose connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp edges.
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
WARNING:
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:
Remove the house fuse or open the circuit breaker before beginning
installation. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this
appliance.
Electrical Requirements:
- This appliance must be supplied with 120V/60 Hz., and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20-ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
- The wiring must be two wires with ground.
- If the electrical supply does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.
Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system,
or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors
and be connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
WARNING:
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.
Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing:
- The wiring may enter the opening from either side, rear or the floor within the shaded area.
- Cut a 1-1/2”(38.1mm) max. dia. hole to admit the electrical cable. The hole must be free of sharp edges. If the cabinet wall is metal, the hole edge must be covered with a bushing/grommet.
- Cable direct connections may pass through the same hole as the drain hose and hot water line, if convenient.
Electrical Connection to Dishwasher:
- The electrical connection is located on the right front side of the dishwasher.
- The cable must be routed as shown in Fig. 5 Cable must extend a minimum of 24”(609.6mm) from the rear wall.
PREPARE HOT WATER LINE:
- The hot water line may enter from either side, rear or floor within the shaded area shown in Fig. 6
- The line may pass through the same hole as the electrical cable and drain hose. Or, cut an additional 1- 1/2”(38.1mm) dia. hole to accommodate the water line.
WATER LINE CONNECTION:
- Turn off the water supply.
- Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location, such as under the sink.
- The water connection is located on the left front side of the dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using a braided flexible hose (available at most hardware stores). Route the line as shown in Fig. 6 and extend it forward at least 18”(457mm) from the rear wall.
- Adjust the water tank (heater) for 120 F to 150 F (49C to 65.5C) temperature.
- Flush the water line to clean out debris.
- The hot water supply line pressure must be 20 ~ 120psi
CAUTION:
DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO INSTALL THE DISHWASHER.
Opening the door will cause the dishwasher to tip forward. 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.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Locate and set aside the package containing the 2 Phillips Head Countertop
Mounting Screws.
STEP 1 CHECK DOOR BALANCE
To check the door balance, hold the top of the dishwasher firmly.
- Open the door slowly, if the door drops when released, increase spring tension. If the door closes when released, decrease spring tension.
- Pull the spring adjustment pin out of the holes, insert it into the next highest or lowest hole and test again.
- Adjust both door springs to the same tension.
- Continue moving the spring pin until the door is balanced.
Installation Instructions
STEP 6 INSTALL DRAIN HOSE
- Install the screw-type hose clamps to the drain hose.
- Install the drain hose to the drain hose installation hose, then tighten the screw-type hose hose.
STEP 7 INSERT DRAIN HOSE THROUGH CABINET
Upright the dishwasher and position it in front of the opening. Insert
drain hose into cabinet wall hole. 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 interference
with the base of the dishwasher.
STEP 8 SLIDE THE DISHWASHER PARTIALLY INTO THE CABINET
DO NOT PUSH AGAINST THE FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.
- Slide the dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.
- 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 the drain hose is not kinked under the dishwasher and there is no interference with the water line and wiring or any other component.
STEP 9 POSITION THE DISHWASHER UNDER COUNTERTOP
- Check to be sure that wires are secure under the dishwasher and not pinched or in contact with door springs or other dishwasher components.
- 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.
- Push dishwasher into cabinet. The front corners of the dishwasher door should be fl ush with cabinet doors. Be careful not to dent font panels with knees or dam-age countertops or cabinets with dishwasher parts.
STEP 10 LEVEL DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT
The dishwasher must be level for proper dish rack operation and wash
performance.
-
Place the level on the door and rack track inside the tub as shown to check that the dishwasher is level.
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Level the dishwasher by adjusting the four levelling legs individually.
TIP: Pull the lower rack out, about halfway. Check to be sure the rack does not roll forward or back into the dishwasher. If the rack rolls in either direction, the dishwasher must be levelled again. -
If the door hits the tub, the dishwasher is not installed correctly. Adjust the levelling legs to align the door to the tub.
STEP 11 SECURE DISHWASHER TO THE COUNTERTOP
- For countertops made of wood or that will not 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.
METHOD 1
- Use longer brackets.
- Insert the installation brackets into the slot.
- Bend the brackets to secure them to the dishwasher tub.
- Using the provided screws, secure the dishwasher to the countertop through the holes in the bracket.
METHOD 2
- Remove the plastic caps on the mounted bracket access holes.
- Driver a wood screw through the mounted bracket and into the cabinet frame.
- Reinstall the plastic caps.
Open the door and remove the tub cap on both sides of the tub. Install a screw through the dishwasher side hole to the wall of the cabinet. Reinstall the tub cap.
IMPORTANT
Drive screws straight and flush. Protruding screw heads will scratch the top
of the control panel and can interfere with the door closing.
STEP 12 CONNECT THE WATER SUPPLY
Connect the water supply line to the 90° elbow.
- Slide compression nut, then ferrule over end of water line.
- Insert water line into 90° elbow.
- Slide ferrule against elbow and secure with compression nut.
IMPORTANT
Check to be sure that the door spring does not rub or contact the fill hose or
water supply line. Test by opening and closing the door. Re-route the lines if
a rubbing noise or interference occurs.
STEP 12 CONNECT DRAIN LINE
FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES
AND ORDINANCES
The drain hose moulded end will fit 5/8”(15.9mm), 3/4”(19.1mm) or
1”(25mm)diameter connections on the air gap, waste tee or disposer. Cut the
marked line as required for your installation.
- If a longer drain hose is required, add up to 42” (1067mm) length for a total of 10ft. (3.05mm) to the factory-installed hose. Use 5/8”(15.9mm) or 7/8”(22M) inside diameter hose and a coupler to connect two hose ends. Secure the connection with hose clamps.
- Secure the drain hose to the air gap, waste tee or disposer with clamps.
NOTE:
TOTAL DRAIN HOSE LENGTH MUST NOT EXCEED 10 FEET FOR PROPER DRAIN OPERATION.
DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION
Connect the drain line to the air gap, waste tee or disposer using either of
the previously determined methods.
Method 1 – Air gap with waste tee or disposer
Method 2 – High drain loop with waste tee or disposer
IMPORTANT
When connecting the drain line to the disposer, check to be sure that the
drain plug has been removed. THE DISHWASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF THE PLUG IS LEFT
IN PLACE.
TIP:
Avoid unnecessary service call charges. Always be sure the disposer drain plug
has been removed before attaching a dishwasher drain hose to the dispenser.
STEP 14 CONNECT POWER SUPPLY
Skip this step if equipped with a power cord. Verify that power is turned
off at the source.
- Remove junction box cover “A”.
- Locate the three dishwasher wires, (white, black and green) with stripped ends. Insert dishwasher wires through the small hole in the junction box “B”.
- Secure house wiring to the bottom of the junction box with a strain relief “C”.
- Use wire nuts to connect incoming ground to green, white to white and black to black “D”.
- Replace junction box cover “E”. Check to be sure that wires are not pinched under the cover.
WARNING
If house wiring is not 2-wire with ground, a ground must be provided by the
installer. When house wiring is aluminium, be sure to use cUL/UL Listed anti-
oxidant compound and aluminium-to-copper connectors
STEP 15 PRE-TEST 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 the power is OFF.
- Open the 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 the door does not open and close freely or tends to fall, check spring adjustments. See Step 1.
- Check to be sure that wiring is secure under the dishwasher, not pinched or in contact with door springs or other components. See Step 9.
- Check door alignment with the tub. If the door hits the tub, level the dishwasher. See Step 10.
- Pull the lower rack out, about halfway. Check to be sure it does not roll back or forward on the door. If the rack moves, adjust the levelling legs. See Step 10.
- Check door alignment with cabinet. If the door hits the cabinet, reposition or relevel the dishwasher. See Step 10.
- Verify water supply and drain lines are not kinked or in contact with other components. Contact with the motor or dishwasher frame could cause noise. See Step 8.
- Turn on the sink’s 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 “Prepare Hot Water Line,” page 5.
- Add 2 litres 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 protective film if present from the control panel and door.
STEP 16 DISHWASHER WET TEST
- Turn on the power supply (or plug the power cord into an outlet, if equipped).
- Turn on your dishwasher (please refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions).
- Close the door, select RINSE ONLY cycle and press START/CANCEL.
- 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 the power supply off, then tighten connections. Restore power after the leak is corrected.
- Check for leaks around the door. A leak around the door could be caused by the door rubbing or hitting against adjacent cabinetry. Reposition the dishwasher if necessary. See Step 9.
- When the dishwasher is draining, check the drain lines. If leaks are found, turn the power off at the breaker and correct the plumbing as necessary. Restore power after corrections are made. See Step 12.
- Open the dishwasher door and make sure 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. Also, check the drain line for kinking.
- Run the dishwasher through another fill and drain cycle. Check for leaks and correct if required.
STEP 17 REPLACE TOEKICK
- Place 1-piece to kick against the legs of the dishwasher. The slots should align with toe-kick bracket screw holes. Allow the toe-kick to touch the foor. Install the toe-kick screws.
STEP 18 LITERATURE
Be sure to leave the complete literature package and installation instructions
with the consumer.
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