Miele Dishwasher Manual G868l

Dishwasher installation

For openings exactly 23 5/8" (60 cm) wide:

Open the dishwasher door and remove the caps covering the mounting holes on the outer edge of the wash chamber.

8. Installing the toekick.

For kitchens utilizing one continuous or a cabinet matching toekick

To prevent damaging the front panel, and before installing the toekick, measurements must be taken to ensure that the toekick will not interfere with the complete opening of the dishwasher door.

Fasten the dishwasher to the adjacent cabinets using the supplied screws and bushings. Make sure a bushing is placed over the screw before inserting it into its mounting hole.

Tighten the screws and replace the caps.

The side mounting holes should only be used for securing the dishwasher if the opening is exactly 23 5/8" (60 cm) wide. Use of this method on larger openings will damage the machine and cause leaks.

The panel overhang (

P

), and toekick depth of recess (

R

), determine the maximum dishwasher toekick height (

H

).

If the panel contacts the toekick while the dishwasher door is being opened, the dishwasher toekick must be cut shorter or recessed deeper.

If (

H

) is equal to or less than the toekick height of the adjoining cabinetry, no interference will exist, provided that (

R

) is at least 3/4".

Note:

If a decorative or flush mount toekick is desired, and (R) is less than

3/4", other modifications, such as beveling the top rear edge of the toekick, may be necessary.

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Dishwasher installation

For kitchens utilizing the included plastic toekick

The included toekick will fit without modification when:

– The machine is set to its maximum height (legs fully extended), and

– the toekick is recessed as far as possible (4 ").

If the machine height is less than maximum, or if the toekick is recessed less than 4 ", the toekick must be shortened

(see following page).

After installation, carefully open the dishwasher door to check that the front panel does not hit the toekick.

If it does, remove the toekick and trim it accordingly.

Adjusting the toekick recess.

To adjust the depth (recess) of the toekick, release the tension on the spring clips as shown, and push the mounting brackets included in the installation kit in as far as possible.

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Trimming the toekick

Dishwasher installation

The toekick cannot be pushed back in. It must be unscrewed, so that the tension on the spring clips can be released. The brackets can then be pushed in, and the toekick re-attached.

The rear of the toekick has two cutting lines.

Screw the toekick onto the installed brackets, with the cutting lines towards the top, and pull out evenly until it aligns with the toekick of the adjoining cabinets.

Carefully open the dishwasher door until it hits the toekick.

Using the front lower edge of the door panel as a guide, draw a line across the toekick.

Unscrew and remove the toekick.

If one of the cutting lines is close to the line just drawn, score the front of the toekick, and snap off the excess, otherwise, trim the toekick along the line using a saw.

Screw the toekick back onto the brackets, with the cut edge at the bottom.

If the dishwasher door does not open completely, the toekick may need further trimming.

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Electrical connection

Electrical connection

It is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to ensure that the electrical and plumbing installation is carried out by a qualified installer in compliance with national and local codes and ordinances.

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing the machine by pulling the plug or turning off the circuit breaker.

Specifications.

Power Supply: 120 VAC, 60 Hz

Rated Load: 12.5 A / 1500 W

Circuit breaker:15 AMPS

The unit is equipped with a 5 ft (1.5 m) power supply cord for connection to a

120 V, 15 AMP

grounded

receptacle.

Using an outlet:

It is recommended that the power outlet for the appliance be installed in a cabinet or on a wall adjacent to the undercounter space in which the appliance itself will be located. An opening through the partition between the compartments of 1 1/2"

(3 to 4 cm) can be made to allow the plug to pass through.

Make certain that there are no rough edges that could damage the power cord. If metal cabinets are used, place the supplied rubber grommet around the edge of the opening before passing the cable through.

Exercise care when pulling the dishwasher in or out, so as not to damage the power cord or hoses.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE

GROUNDED.

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current.

This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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Permanent Connection (Hard Wiring).

For hard wiring, the power cord must be disconnected from the terminal box located at the lower left front of the dishwasher, behind the toekick and service panel. Pass the permanent power supply cable through the strain relief and secure it to the terminal box.

Connect:

L1 (Black) to L on terminal block

N (White) to N on terminal block

GRND To ground connector

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

Use copper conductors only.

Warning.

Hardwiring the dishwasher should only be done if required by local electrical codes, and then in a manner consistent with those codes. Do not cut the plug off the power supply cord and connect it directly to the house wiring.

Electrical connection

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Plumbing

Plumbing

It is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to ensure that the electrical and plumbing installation is carried out by a qualified installer in compliance with national and local codes and ordinances.

Hot water connection.

New plumbing:

To help protect your home, all dishwashers that carry the following blue and white sticker are designed to shut off the water and drain the wash chamber in the rare event of an internal water valve failure.

In order for this function to be active, the door must be tightly shut, a temperature must be selected, and the program selector knob must be in the “End” position.

Hot water supply specifications:

Recommended temperature: 120°F

(49°C)

Maximum temperature: 140°F (60°C)

Water pressure: 14.5 - 145 psi

(1 - 10 bar)

An air gap is built into the water inlet system to prevent potable water from mixing with waste water.

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The water inlet hose comes equipped with a 3/4" female hose thread connector. This can be directly connected to a shut off valve with 3/4" male hose thread ends.

It is preferable that the hose assembly be installed vertically so the hose exits from the bottom of the valve box.

If this is not possible, it can be installed horizontally as shown, provided the hose exit remains beneath the main body of the box (see illustration). (The “lightning bolt” should be above the “arrow” when the installation is complete).The valve box should also be installed so that it is at least 8" (24 cm) above the floor (or base of the cabinet), and so the excess coiled hose will remain lower than the box at all points.

A 2" x 4" (60 x 115 mm) cutout in either the side or bottom of the cabinet adjoining the dishwasher is necessary if the valve box needs to be passed through.

Plumbing

Existing plumbing:

If the standard 3/8" copper plumbing for a dishwasher already exists with a compression fitting and valve as pictured:

Cut the 3/8" copper tubing after the valve.

Install the 3/8" compression to 3/4"

MHT (Male Hose Thread) adapter

(supplied with the machine), as illustrated.

Connect the inlet hose to the existing valve/adapter assembly.

Electrical wiring and components should not come into contact with any plumbing fixtures or hoses.

Do not, under any circumstances, cut the intake hose. If the hose is cut, the dishwasher will not work, you will have a water leak and you could be injured. If the hose is too long, coil it neatly and place it behind the machine.

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Plumbing

Drain system specifications:

The machine comes equipped with:

– A 5 ft. long (1.5 m) flexible drain hose with an internal diameter of 7/8"

(22 mm).

– A built-in swivel connector which allows the drain hose to be routed in any direction.

– A built in non-return valve on the discharge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwasher.

– A built-in odor trap on the discharge side to prevent odors from entering the kitchen.

Maximum drain height: 3 ft (1 m)

Maximum drain hose length: 12 ft

(3.5 m)

Drain connection:

D = 24" (60 cm) (nominal)

Connect the supplied drain hose to the drain pipe of the kitchen sink either:

A -

above

the trap using the clamp provided, or

B - to the dishwasher connector of the garbage disposal.

Do not shorten the drain hose.

Electrical wiring and components should not come into contact with any plumbing fixtures or hoses.

IMPORTANT:

The dishwasher should be connected directly to the drain line.

When connecting the drain hose to the garbage disposal, make sure to remove the knockout from the connection nipple. (See disposal manufacturers instructions for this procedure.)

A sample of a correct water and drain installation of a dishwasher is shown.

A hose that attaches to a sink spray can burst if it is installed on the same water line as the dishwasher.

If your sink has one, it is recommended that the hose be disconnected and the hole plugged.

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Plumbing

Venting the drainage system

Only

if the dishwasher drain hose is connected to a

floor drain or to a drain pipe that is below the level of the lower baskets wheels

, the drain must be vented; otherwise the water inside of the dishwasher may siphon out during the course of a wash program.

Vent the drain:

Open the dishwasher door.

Additional note.

Since all Miele dishwashers are equipped with an odor trap and non-return valve, the drain hose can be connected directly to the drain pipe as illustrated.

If plumbing codes require an external air gap on the discharge side of the dishwasher, the following requirements must be met:

– No part of the drain hose should be higher than 39" (1 m).

– If installed horizontally, the drain hose can be up to 12 ft. (3.5 m) long.

If the drain hose is angled upwards in any way, it cannot be longer than

5 ft. (1.5 m).

– The drain connection should be made as close as possible to the dishwasher.

– The internal diameter (7/8" or 22 mm) of the drain hose should not be reduced beyond 3/4" at any point.

Cut off the vent cap located at the right rear of the dishwasher, behind the filters, as illustrated

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Technical Data

Technical Data

Height

Width

Width of opening

Depth

Depth with door open

Weight

Voltage

Rated load

Fuse rating

Water pressure

Hot water connection

Drain height

Drain length

Power cord length

33 1/8" (84 cm) adjustable to 35" (89 cm)

23 1/2 " (59.8 cm)

23 5/8" (60 cm)

22 1/2" (57 cm) U and i models

47 1/2" (120.5 cm) U and i models approx. 130 Ibs (57 kg)

110/120 V AC

12.5 A / 1500 W

15 A

14.5 - 145 psi (1 - 10 bar)

120°F (49°C ) (max 140°F (60°C))

3 ft (1 m) maximum

12 ft (3.5 m) maximum approx. 5 ft (1.5 m)

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