KitchenAid Top Control Compact Tall Tub Panel-Ready Dishwasher Dimensional Illustrations

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Undercounter Dishwasher
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
UDT518SAFP
Location Requirements
There must be a minimum of 25
5
/
8
" (65.1 cm) in front of 
dishwasher to allow door to open fully.
Countertop
Dishwasher
2" (5.1 cm) min. 
clearance for door 
opening
25
5
/
8
"  
(65.1 cm)
Electrical Requirements
 
120 volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp., fused electrical supply
 
 Wiring must be 2-wire with ground
We recommend:
 
A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker
 
A separate circuit
Drain Requirements
 
Use the new drain hose supplied with your dishwasher. If this is 
not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length 
of 10 ft (3.05 m) that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test 
standards, is resistant to heat and detergent, use 
5
/
8
" (1.58 cm) 
or 
7
/
8
" (2.2 cm) inside diameter hose and a coupler to connect 
the two hose ends. Secure the connection with 2 clamps.
 
Connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above drain 
trap in house plumbing and 32" (81.3 cm) minimum above the 
floor. It is recommended that the drain hose either be looped 
up and securely fastened to the underside of the counter, or be 
connected to an air gap.
 
Use an air gap if the drain hose is connected to house 
plumbing lower than 18" (45.7 cm) above floor.
 
Air gap
 Use 
1
/
2
" minimum I.D. drain line fittings.
 
Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the 
dishwasher drain hose.
Water Supply Requirements
 
A hot water line with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure.
 
120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher.
 
3
/
8
" O.D. copper tubing with compression fitting or flexible 
stainless steel braided fill line (
1
/
2
" minimum plastic tubing is 
not recommended).
 
A 90° elbow with 
3
/
8
" N.P.T. external pipe threads on one end.
Do not solder within 6
" (15.2 cm) from water inlet valve.
Product Dimensions
2
1
/
2
"  
(6.2 cm)
22" (59 cm)* 
18"  
(45.7 cm)
32
1
/
2
" (82.6 cm) min. 
35" (88.9 cm) max.
*To front of door frame
SIDE VIEW
17
1
/
2
" (44.5 cm min. 
18"(45.7 cm) max.
REAR VIEW
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment 
to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and 
specifications without notice.
Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see 
Installation Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to 
change without notice.
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