Midea MDF18A1AWW Dishwasher

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Required parts  

Preparing Electrical Line Connection  

Confir that you have all the parts supplied by the manufacturer (see the  

Material and Tools section of this Installation Instruction).  

Roughing In  

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WARNING  

Install and store the dishwasher inside, away from exposure to weather.  

DO NOT install the dishwasher in a location where the water may freeze (where  

the temperature falls below 32°F (0°C). Frozen water in the hoses, pipes, or  

other components may damage the dishwasher.  

Dishwasher  

Installation  

WARNING  

^NOTE  

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD  

The electrical service must conform with all state, municipal,  

provincial and/or local codes and ordinances and the latest  

edition of the National Electrical Code, or in Canada, the  

Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 latest edition.  

New installation  

If the dishwasher is a new installation, most of the installation work must be  

done before the dishwasher is moved into place.  

Instructions  

WARNING  

Replacement  

Installing the Dishwasher  

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If the dishwasher is replacing an old dishwasher, you must check the  

existing dishwasher connections for compatibility with the new dishwasher.  

Replace the existing connections as necessary.  

TIP OVER HAZARD  

WARNING  

Preparing the dishwasher  

• DO NOT use dishwasher until completely installed.  

• DO NOT push down or place excessive weight on open door.  

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD  

Direct connections require:  

• The use of flexible armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper  

wire with a grounding wire that meets the wiring requirements  

for your local codes and ordinances.  

1. Make sure your location has the right drain, water, and electrical outlets to  

make the connections. DO NOT install unit under a cooktop range, damage  

to plastic tub will occur.  

WARNING  

WARNING  

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD  

• The use of strain relief method provided with the wiring  

junction box or install a U.L.-listed/CSA-certifie clamp  

connector to the wiring junction box. If using conduit, use a  

U.L.-listed/CSA-certifie conduit connector.  

Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker  

box before removing old dishwasher or beginning new  

installation. Failure to follow this warning could result in  

death or serious injury.  

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD  

• Electrically ground the dishwasher.  

• Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in  

the junction box.  

IMPORTANT  

If unit is to be placed in a corner, there must be at least a 2” side clearance  

to open door.  

• DO NOT use extension cord.  

Verify that the circuit breaker and water supply valve are off before proceeding  

with the following steps.  

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fi e, or personal injury, the  

installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at  

the time of installation.  

• The location must have a solid flo r that is able to support the weight  

of the dishwasher.  

• The location must be near a sink with easy access to the water supply,  

drain, and electrical outlet.  

1. Make sure there are no kinks in the water hose and that it is not bent at  

any angles that could constrict the flo of water.  

2. Remove the junction box cover located at the bottom front right of the  

dishwasher using a screwdriver, and install the strain relief. Keep the  

junction box cover to replace after wiring is completed.  

• The dishwasher must be installed within 9.8 ft (3 m) of the sink.  

• The location must have sufficien space for the dishwasher door to  

open easily and provide enough space between the dishwasher and the  

cabinet sides of at least 0.1 in (2 mm).  

Power Cable  

Preparing for Installation  

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• The back wall of the enclosure must be free of obstructions.  

Hot Water  

2. Remove any carpet from area to provide motor clearance. Floor should be  

fla and free of any obstruction.  

Supply Line  

Product dimensions  

5 1/3~7 1/3 in.  

(135 ~ 185mm)  

Side View  

Front View  

Dishwasher bottom  

INSTALLER: Leave Installation Instructions with owner.  

22.6” (575mm)  

17.6” (450mm)  

WARNING  

OWNER: Read your dishwasher Use & Care Guide. It contains important  

safety information for operating this appliance. It also has many suggestions  

for getting the best results from your dishwasher. Keep these instructions with  

your Use & Care manual for future reference.  

FIRE HAZARD  

Junction box  

Strain relief  

Do not install the dishwasher on a carpet.  

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are  

responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting  

facilities.  

IMPORTANT  

Drain, water, and electrical lines should be roughed-in before going any  

Unpacking and Inspection  

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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 warranty.  

3. Connect the 90° elbow joint to the inlet valve from the front of the  

dishwasher. Use Teflo tape or sealing compound to secure.  

further.  

Unpacking the dishwasher  

For new installations only  

Completion Time: 1 to 3 Hours. New installations require more time than  

replacement installations.  

IMPORTANT  

Unpack the dishwasher in an open area free of obstruction both around the  

carton and overhead. Retain the carton and all of the packing materials until  

the dishwasher is fully installed and operational to ensure you have removed  

all the product’s components from the carton prior to disposal.  

CAUTION  

1. Using a hole saw, cut a hole into the side of the cabinet that holds the sink  

for water line supply, drain hose and power cables, as shown below.  

Safety Precautions: The following warnings, cautions, and the important  

safety instructions DO NOT cover all possible conditions and situations that  

may occur. It’s your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care  

when installing, maintaining, and operating the dishwasher DO NOT attempt  

to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in  

this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger,  

Warning, or Caution based on the risk type.  

Do not overtighten the 90° elbow. Doing so may damage the water inlet  

valve and cause a water leak.  

If the base inside the sink cabinet is raised above the kitchen floor and is  

higher than the connections on the dishwasher, make a hole in the base  

inside the cabinet and in the cabinet side.  

^NOTE  

2.  

Water supply line, power cable and drain hose will run through the bottom  

channels from the back to the front connections.  

Enclosure dimensions  

WARNING  

ALWAYS LIFT THE DISHWASHER TO MOVE IT. Sliding it over rough  

surfaces can damage the dishwasher’s feet and sliding the feet over finishe  

surfaces can, in some cases, damage that finis or the underlying surface.  

MDF18A1AWW,  

MDF18A1ABB, MDF18A1AST m o d e ls  

^NOTE  

This dishwasher is designed to be enclosed on the top and on both sides by  

a standard residential kitchen cabinet unit. The installation enclosure must  

be clean and free of any obstructions.  

1. Cut or unbuckle the four straps securing the top  

of the carton.  

Safety Precautions: The following warnings, cautions, and the important safety  

instructions do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.  

It’s your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when  

installing, maintaining, and operating the dishwasher DO NOT attempt to  

install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this  

manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger,  

Warning, or Caution based on the risk type.  

Lift the carton up and over the dishwasher and  

place it on the floor .  

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The enclosure must be at least 17.7 inches wide 23 inches deep and 32.5  

inches high. For the front door of the dishwasher to be flus with the leading  

edge of the counter top, the counter top must be at least 23 inches deep.  

3. Place the straps and all packing materials from  

around the dishwasher inside the empty carton,  

inspecting them for any signs of damage.  

Teflon tape or  

sealing compound  

90°  

Elbow  

^NOTE  

Definitions  

Inlet Valve  

Lift the dishwasher from the carton tray, and  

then place it on the floor .  

4.  

Depending on where your electrical outlet is, you may need to cut a hole in  

the opposite cabinet side.  

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal  

injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid  

possible injury or death.  

4. Secure dishwasher to the countertop if the countertop is made of  

wood or a material that is not damaged by drilling.  

17.7" (450mm)  

minimum  

5. Locate and set aside the dishwasher’s  

installation parts package and toeplate. The toeplate is attached to bottom  

of the carton tray. Place carton tray into the carton.  

To attach the two installation brackets to the top of the dishwasher, insert  

each bracket tab into the corresponding slot on the top of the dishwasher.  

Tighten using screws ST3.5*9 provided with the unit.  

23" (580mm)  

minimum  

DANGER  

^NOTE  

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,  

will result in death or serious injury.  

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Remove toeplate and parts package from the bottom of the carton tray.  

6. Remove the bag that protects the dishwasher during shipping.  

Connections (Water and Electrical)  

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WARNING  

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,  

could result in death or serious injury.  

IMPORTANT  

DO NOT, under any circumstances, remove the sound-absorbent padding  

that surrounds the exterior of the tub of the dishwasher.  

Materials and Tools  

Before starting the installation, prepare all the necessary tools and parts  

required to install the dishwasher. This will save installation time and simplify  

the installation process.  

WARNING  

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD  

Observe all local codes and ordinances for electrical and  

plumbing connections. All electrical and plumbing work should  

be performed by qualifie persons. Failure to follow this  

warning could result in death or serious injury.  

7. There is also packing inside the dishwasher that you may want to leave in  

place until the dishwasher is installed.  

CAUTION  

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,  

may result in minor or moderate injury.  

Parts Supplied*  

• Installation brackets (x2)  

• ST3.5*9 screws (x2)  

for installation bracket  

• Power cable  

(if not able to hard wire)  

• PTFE thread seal tape or sealing  

compound  

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Inspecting the dishwasher  

Mechanical inspection  

Preparing Hot Water Line Connection  

Tools needed for installation  

• Drill and appropriate bits  

• Safety glasses  

• Gloves  

• ST4*14 screws (x2)  

for installation bracket  

• Condensation strip  

• Adjustment caps (x2)  

• Cable tie for drain hose  

• Adjustable toeplate  

1. Check the plastic base assembly to ensure that it is intact.  

IMPORTANT  

Indicates installation, operation, or maintenance information which is  

important but not hazard-related.  

2. Check the dishwasher’s feet to ensure they are in place and can be  

adjusted so you can level and secure the dishwasher.  

IMPORTANT  

The hot water supply line pressure must be between 20 psi–120 psi  

(0.14 MPa–0.82 MPa).  

3. Check all the visible components on the bottom of the dishwasher to  

ensure they are intact and secure.  

• Flashlight  

Secure dishwasher to the cabinet side wall if the countertop can  

be damaged by top mounting the unit. To attach the two installation  

brackets to the side of the dishwasher, remove the adjustment caps from  

the sides of the unit. Use pliers to snap off the end of the long leg of the  

bracket. Insert each bracket tab into the corresponding slot on the side of  

the dishwasher and tighten using screws ST3.5*9 provided with the unit.  

• Adjustable wrench  

• Wire stripper  

• Pliers  

• Nipper  

• Measuring tape  

• Pencil  

• Phillips screwdriver  

• Flat screwdriver  

• Tubing cutter  

• Utility knife  

• Hole saw set  

• Level  

1. Adjust the water heater to deliver water between 120°F (49°C)–135°F  

(57.2°C). This temperature range provides the best washing result and  

shortest cycle time. Temperature should not exceed 135°F (57.2°C) to  

prevent damage to dishes.  

4. Check the door latch, the operation of the hinges, and confir the door is  

properly secured to the dishwasher.  

Parts Needed for Installation  

(Not supplied)  

• Twist on wire connectors (x3)  

• Strain relief  

• Tape (electrical tape and standard  

duct tape)  

• Hot water supply line  

• 90° Elbow  

• Tube fi tings  

• Air gap  

• Rubber connector  

• Hose clamp  

5. Remove the two screws securing kickplate to dishwasher and remove  

kickplate. Set aside kickplate and screws to replace when unit is installed.  

2. Turn OFF water supply valve.  

Plumbing inspection  

Before You Begin  

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3. Seal the hot water supply line connections using Teflo tape or sealing  

compound to stop any water leakage.  

1. Check the hot water connection on the left side at the front of the base of  

the dishwasher. The mounting plate should be secured to the front of the  

base, the threads inside the connection should be smooth and shiny, and  

the area should be clean and free of any debris.  

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WARNING  

Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS shown throughout these  

instructions before installing dishwasher. This guide will help you anticipate  

drain, water, and electrical connections, and help you select the best location  

for the dishwasher.  

As with all equipment using electricity, water and moving parts, potential  

hazards exist. To safely operate this appliance, become familiar with its  

operation and exercise care when using it.  

2. Check the plastic Brake and Sensor cases to ensure these assemblies are  

not cracked and that all connections are secure.  

3. Check the drain hose for any holes or deformities that could allow a water  

leak during draining.  

• Torx^® T20 driver  

• Hex L-wrench set  

Electrical inspection  

1. Confir the junction box cover is secured to the junction box on the front  

right-side of the base of the dishwasher.  

*Provided with the dishwasher. Check that all parts are present when  

unpacking the dishwasher.  

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Power  

cable  

2. Confir the electrical box was not damaged during shipping and that it is  

secured to the base of the dishwasher.  

WARNING  

IMPORTANT  

DO NOT use plastic tubing. Plastic tubing can deteriorate over time and  

cause a leak inside the tube fi ting.  

Copper tubing with a compression fi ting or a flexibl stainless steel braided  

hot water supply line should be used for the hot water supply line.  

Visual inspection  

1. Confir there are no dents or scratches on the front of the dishwasher.  

Hot water  

supply line  

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD  

5 ⅓ ~ 7⅓ in.  

(135 ~ 185mm)  

Prior to removal of original dishwasher and the installation of your new  

unit, make sure to switch off your circuit breaker. Do not connect the  

dishwasher until you have completed the installation. Connecting the  

power cable is the last step when installing the dishwasher.  

2. Check the edges of the doors for any roughness or cracking.  

3. Check the control panel to ensure it is clear and unscratched, and that all  

the control markers are in their proper places.  

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• Page 1: Required parts Preparing electrical line connection Confirm that you have all the parts supplied by the manufacturer. WARNING: Install and store the dishwasher inside, away from exposure to weather. DO NOT install the dishwasher in a location where the water may freeze. The electrical service must conform with all state, municipal, provincial and/or local codes. If the dishwasher is a new installation, most of the installation work must be done before moving it into place. If replacing an old dishwasher, check existing connections for compatibility. DO NOT use the dishwasher until completely installed. The location must have a solid floor that can support the weight of the dishwasher. Ensure there are no kinks in the water hose and that it is not bent at angles that could constrict water flow.
• Page 2: Adjust the four leveling legs at the bottom of the dishwasher after measuring the height of the cabinet opening. Take caution not to damage the drain hose when installing the dishwasher. Do not cut the wrinkled area of the drain hose to fit the size. You must secure the dishwasher to the countertop or cabinet side walls for additional stability and safety. Make sure to check for water leakage on both ends of the water supply line and drain hose connector. Ensure the tub is not distorted by pressure from the screws. Dishwasher must be level for proper dish rack operation and wash performance. Each colored wire should be connected to the corresponding wire of the same color. The top of the drain hose must be less than 39.3 inches (1000mm). When drilling a hole for the drain hose on the cabinet wall, take caution not to damage the drain hose by sharp edges of the hole.