User manual ASKO 1325

[. . . ] If a dishwasher is being installed in this area for the first time, most of the cabinet work, plumbing, and electrical has to be done before you move the machine into place. 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. [. . . ] Fill Strip Toe kick bracket To remove the toe kick brackets, hold the small metal spring tab on the outer edge of the base pan toward the outside of the machine. Continue holding the tab as you pull straight out on the bracket. (Note: It may be stubborn because it's in guide slots on the base pan. ) Access Panel NOTE: If the cabinet opening is European measurement (23-1/2 inches [600 mm]), remove the fill strips to fit the dishwasher into the opening. Page 6 REMOVING GUARD PLATE REMOVING THE GUARD PLATE There are four screws that hold the guard plate in place, two on the upper/underneath side and two on the front. To remove the guard plate, first remove the toe kick brackets (see page 6). Then remove the two screws on the upper/underneath side of the guard plate. Next, remove the two screws from the front side of the guard plate. Guard plate After the screws are removed, grip the bottom of the guard plate and pull it toward you to remove it. You can now access the inlet valve, electrical connection, and drain pump and hose, as illustrated below. Remove the two screws on each side of the guard plate. Remove the two screws on each side of the guard plate. MOVING MACHINE INTO PLACE MOVING THE MACHINE INTO PLACE 1. Position the machine in front of the cabinet opening. Make the height adjustment while the dishwasher is in front of the opening. Pull out the drain hose to ensure there are no sharp bends. On the bottom rear of the dishwasher there is a black ziptie around the rubber buffer that holds the circulation pump in place. If you have not done so, remove the toe kick and felt insulation from the brown paper packaging. 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. If it will be higher, use the toe kick packed inside the dishwasher. 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. Remove the lower access panel with standard or 20 torx screwdriver. [. . . ] If it tends to fall down, pull out the machine and tension the door springs on the sides of the machine by moving them one hole farther back or by twisting the spring to make it shorter. If that doesn't resolve the problem, you may need to purchase the heavy-duty door springs (Part Number 8071323-77). NOTE: The custom panel should not extend more than 2-15/16" below the bottom of the dishwasher door. Otherwise, it will strike the toe kick and damage the machine and/or the panel. 8. Open the door and tighten the screws (F) inside. [. . . ]