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Connecting the portable dishwasher, Disconnecting the portable dishwasher, Electrical connection for a portable dishwasher – Electrolux EIDW1805KS User Manual

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The portable dishwasher must be connected to a faucet and electrical outlet each time it is used. Follow
directions on this page to properly connect dishwasher.

IMPORTANT: Make sure door is latched before moving
dishwasher.

The power cord and faucet coupler with hoses are located in a compartment
in back of dishwasher. A special adapter must be installed on faucet before
you can connect dishwasher (Figure A).
1. Remove faucet adapter assembly from literature package.
2. Unscrew existing sink faucet aerator.
3. Check faucet spout to see if threads are inside or outside.

• If threads are on inside of faucet spout, use both rubber

washers.

• If threads are on outside of faucet spout, use one rubber washer only.
• If faucet has no threads, an adapter kit with instructions for attachment
to a non-threaded spout is available at most hardware stores.

4. Assemble faucet spout as shown in Figure A.

Connecting the Portable Dishwasher

1.Run water at faucet until it is hot. Turn off faucet.
2.Pull hoses out of compartment.
3.Push collar down and slip faucet connector onto faucet adapter (Figure B).

4.When connector snaps into place, release collar.

5.Slowly turn on hot water all the way.
6.Plug power cord into grounded outlet.

Disconnecting the Portable Dishwasher

1.When cycle has finished, unplug power cord and return it to compartment.

2.Turn off hot water.

3.Press red button on coupler to release water pressure.
4.Press down on collar to release coupler.
5.Empty remaining water from coupler and return it to compartment.

IMPORTANT: A sink spray hose can burst due to constant

water pressure while in use. If your spray hose is installed on
same water line as the dishwasher, it is your responsibility to
disconnect sink's spray hose and to plug hole.

Electrical Connection for a Portable Dishwasher

An electrical supply of 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amps is required. For
your safety, the dishwasher must be grounded. If there is a malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce risk of electrical shock. This dishwasher
has a power cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a
mating 3-prong grounding type receptacle, installed and grounded in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and any local codes and
ordinances.

Faucet Adapter Assembly
(Figure A)

Connecting the Portable
Faucet Adapter Assembly
(Figure B)

Electric Shock

Hazard

Avoid fire hazard
or electrical
shock. Do not
use an adapter
plug, extension
cord or remove
grounding prong
from electrical
power cord.
Failure to follow
this warning can
cause serious
injury, fire or
death.

CAUTION