A:AnswerThe cutout can be smaller than the face. There is a lip (flange) that sticks up for the door to seal. That way you get the largest opening with the smallest cutout required.
A:AnswerWe are sorry to hear that you are experiencing a concern with your Dishwasher. We would recommend calling Kenmore at 1-844-553-6667 for further assistance.
A:AnswerThank you for your review. We sincerely apologize for the concerns with your appliance and would like to look further into this for you. Please feel free to reach out to us directly at 1-800-422-1230, via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/KitchenAid or Twitter @KitchenAidCare. We look forward to speaking with you.
A:AnswerPlease visit page 23 of this link for instructions for reinstalling the bottom panel. https://www.kitchenaid.com/content/dam/global/documents/201412/installation-instructions-W10741197-RevA.pdf
A:Answershopper2, the Minimum Height(IN,inches) 33 1/2. Hopefully this information is beneficial to you. Thank you for your inquiry regarding our KitchenAid appliances!