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GE Consumer & Industrial
Appliances
Installation Instructions
Built-In Dishwasher
If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website at: www.ge.com
In Canada call 1-800-561-3344 or www.geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
IMPORTANT – The dishwasher MUST
S T O P
be installed to allow for future removal from the enclosure
Read these instructions completely and
if service is required.
carefully.
If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should
immediately contact your dealer o
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Installation Preparation Screw Kit PARTS SUPPLIED WITH Side Trim INSTALLATION KIT: Side Trim ■ T Tw wo #8-18 x 5/8" Phillips special head scr o #8-18 x 5/8" Phillips special head screws, to ews, to #8 Phillips #10 Hex Head secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or Top Trim ����������� �� Special Head Screws J-Box Screw sides of cabinets. 5/8” long 1/2" long Trim Pieces ■ Junction bo Junction box cov x cover and #10-1/2" hex head scr er and #10-1/2" hex head screw ew #8 Phillips Sp
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Installation Preparation–Enclosure • The dishwasher must be installed no more than PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE 10 feet from sink for proper drainage. • The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides, and WARNING To reduce the risk of shock, fire, or injury back. to persons, the installer must ensure that • The dishwasher must not support any part of the enclosure. the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation. Clearances: In a corner installation, provide at
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Installation Preparation–Drain METHOD 1–Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer PREPARE DRAIN PLUMBING Drain Requirements • Drain hose must not exceed 10 feet in length. • A high drain loop or air gap is required. See below. Drain Method The type of drain installation depends on the following: • Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap? Figure C • Is waste tee less than 18" above the fl oor? Waste Tee Installation Disposer Installation If the answer to either question is yes, an air gap must be
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Installation Preparation–Electrical Supply PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: ��������� Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker ���������� before beginning installation. Do not use �������� an extension cord or adapter plug with this ��� appliance. ����������� ����������� ��� Electrical Requirements ������� �� �� • This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz., and ������� connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit ��� protected by a 15 or 20 amper
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Installation Preparation–Hot Water Supply PREPARE HOT WATER SUPPLY Hot Water Line CAUTION • The line may enter from either side, rear, or floor within the The hot water supply line pressure must be at least 20 PSI. shaded area shown in Figure F. Lower pressures could cause the water valve to leak and • The line may pass through the same hole as the electrical cause water damage. cable and drain hose, or an additional 1-1/2" diameter hole may be cut to accommodate the water line. If a power
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Dishwasher Installation Type 1 – One hole cable Adjust tension by moving spring hook to one of the three holes on the tub leg. CAUTION: Do not remove wood base until you are ready to install the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over when the �������� door is opened if the wood base is removed. STEP 1 – LOCATE INSTALLATION ITEMS �������� • Locate the items in the installation package and set aside for use in the listed steps. • Trim pieces – Step 2 • Junction box cover – Step 7 or Step 18
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Dishwasher Installation STEP 4 – REMOVE WOOD BASE, STEP 7 – INSTALL POWER CORD Skip this step if dishwasher will be permanently connected INSTALL LEVELING LEGS to the house electrical system. In this step you will need the junction box cover and the IMPORTANT – Do not kick off wood base! Damage #10 x 1/2" hex head screw from the screw kit set aside in will occur. Step 1. • Move the dishwasher close to the installation location and lay The power cord and connections must comply with the i
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Dishwasher Installation STEP 10 – INSTALL DRAIN HOSE TO STEP 8 – INSTALL 90° ELBOW • Wrap 90° elbow with thread seal tape. DISHWASHER DRAIN PORT • Install a 90° elbow onto the water valve. In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp set aside in Front of Dishwasher Step 1. • Stand dishwasher upright. • Place drain hose clamp over 1-3/16" inside diameter end of drain hose with the clamp screw positioned on the bottom of the hose. IMPORTANT – Prevent drain hose damage and Water Valve
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Dishwasher Installation STEP 11 – INSERT DRAIN HOSE STEP 12 – SLIDE DISHWASHER THREE- THROUGH CABINET FOURTHS OF THE WAY INTO • Position dishwasher in front of cabinet opening. Insert drain CABINET hose into the hole in cabinet side. If a power cord is used, guide the end through a separate hole. IMPORTANT – DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL Maximum Drain WITH KNEES. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. Hose Length 10’ • Grasp the dishwasher by its sides and slide it into the opening a few inches at a time.
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Dishwasher Installation STEP 13 – SLIDE DISHWASHER INTO Special Considerations for Positioning FINAL POSITION Top Mount Control Models • Push the dishwasher the rest of the way into the cabinet. • Push the sides with your hands. Do not push the dishwasher The controls on these models are designed to be hidden by with your knee, as this will damage the door. your countertop. Align the dishwasher as shown in Figure • Check that the tub insulation blanket does not get V. Leave a 1/2" minimum
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Dishwasher Installation STEP 14 – LEVEL DISHWASHER STEP 15 – SECURE DISHWASHER TO COUNTERTOP OR CABINET IMPORTANT – Dishwasher must be level for proper In this step you will need dish rack operation and wash performance. ������������� the 2 Phillips special head ����� ��� screws set aside in Step 1. • For Top Mount Control Models: The dishwasher must be Make sure 1/2" minimum gap is maintained. secured to the countertop • For All Models: or the cabinet sides. When ������� ��� Place le
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Dishwasher Installation Note: TOTAL DRAIN HOSE LENGTH MUST NOT EXCEED 10' FOR STEP 16 – CONNECT WATER SUPPLY PROPER DRAIN OPERATION. Connect water supply line to the 90° elbow. • Slide compression nut, then ferrule over end of water line. • Insert water line into 90° elbow. DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION • Slide ferrule against elbow and secure with compression nut. • Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using the previously determined method. IMPORTANT – Check to be sure that door sp
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Dishwasher Installation STEP 18 – CONNECT POWER SUPPLY STEP 19 – PRETEST CHECK LIST Skip this step if dishwasher is equipped with power cord. Review this list after installing your dishwasher to Verify that power is turned off at the source. avoid charges for a service call that is not covered by your • Locate junction box cover set aside in Step 1. warranty. • Secure house wiring to the back of the junction box with a ■ Check to be sur Check to be sure pow e power is OFF er is OFF.. strain r
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Dishwasher Installation STEP 20 – DISHWASHER WET TEST STEP 22 – INSTALL SOUND UPGRADE KIT ■ T Turn on pow urn on power supply (or plug pow er supply (or plug power cor er cord into outlet d into outlet, , IF EQUIPPED if equipped). Skip this step if your model does not have the Sound Upgrade Kit. ■ S Star tart the unit to check for leaks. t the unit to check for leaks. • Locate sound upgrade kit set aside in Step 1 and the two Front Mount Control Models: screws set aside in Step 6. – Close
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� ��� ��� Dishwasher Installation STEP 23 – INSTALL TOEKICK • Locate toekick and screws set aside in step 5. ���������� ��� ��� Figure KK • Replace the toekick and make sure it is against the fl oor. • Insert and tighten the 2 toekick attachment screws. The toekick should stay in contact with the fl oor to ensure quiet ��������� dishwasher operation. STEP 24 – LITERATURE • Be sure to leave complete literature package, Installation Instructions and product samples with the consumer. SPECIFICAT
