GE Adora Series User manual

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KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CHECK THE FOLLOWING
rTub trim does not interfere with the door
rDishwasher is square and level at both the top and bottom of the cabinet opening,
with no twisting or distortion of the tub or door
rAll 4 legs of the dishwasher are firmly in contact with the floor
rDrain hose is not pinched between the dishwasher and adjacent cabinets or walls
rTub trim is fully seated on the tub flange
WARNING
CAUTION
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
shown throughout these instructions.
IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions
for the consumer’s and local inspector’s use.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions with
your Owner’s Manual for future reference.
• Skill Level – Installation of this dishwasher requires
basic mechanical, electrical and plumbing skills. Proper
installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the GE Appliances Warranty. See
Warranty information.
• Completion Time – 1 to 3 Hours. New installations
require more time than replacement installations.
IMPORTANT – The dishwasher MUST be installed to
allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is
required.
Care should be exercised when the appliance is
installed or removed, to reduce the likelihood of
damage to the power supply cord.
If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.
Optional Accessories – See the Owner’s Manual for
available custom panel kits.
Your dishwasher is a water heating appliance.
31-4000211 Rev 1 05-19 GEA
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to
persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is
completely enclosed at the time of installation.
• 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.
• The improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service representative if
you are in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.
• If house wiring is not 2-wire with ground, a ground
must be provided by the installer. When house wiring
is aluminum, be sure to use UL-Listed anti-oxidant
compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to
persons, the installer should check to ensure that wires
are not pinched or damaged, the house wiring is attached
to the junction box bracket through a strain relief, and
all electrical connections made at the time of install (wire
nuts) are contained inside of the junction box cover.
Do not remove wood base until you are ready to install
the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over when the
door is opened if base is removed.
While performing installations described in this booklet,
gloves, safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
See your Owner’s Manual for details on how to contact us regarding installation questions
Built-In Dishwashers
Installation
Instructions

PARTS SUPPLIED IN
INSTALLATION PACKAGE:
• Junction box cover and #10 hex-head screw
• Hose clamp
• Drain hose (approximately 58” long)
• Drain hose hanger
• 2 #8-18 hex head screws to secure brackets to
washer tub frame
• 1 top trim piece (on some models)
• 2 side trim pieces
• 2 mounting brackets for wood countertops
or side cabinets
• 2 #8-18 x 5/8” Phillips special head screws,
to secure dishwasher to underside of
countertop or to side cabinets
• Plug buttons
• Literature, samples and/or coupons
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• 1/4” and 5/16” nutdriver
• 6” Adjustable wrench
• Level
• Carpenter’s square
• Measuring tape
• Safety glasses
• Flashlight
• Bucket to catch water when flushing the line
• 15/16” socket (optional for skid removal)
• Gloves
• Pliers
For New Installations Only:
• Tubing cutter
• Drill and appropriate bits
• Hole saw set
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED:
• 90° elbow (3/4”hose internal thread on one
end,opposite end sized to fit water supply)
•UL-listed wire nuts (3)
• Masking Tape
Materials For New Installations Only:
• Air gap for drain hose, if required
• Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable
• Electrical cable or Power Cord Kit WX09X70910 (5.4 Ft)
or WX09X70911 (7.9 ft) depending on your installation.
• Hose clamp (if needed for optional drain hose)
• Strain relief for electrical connection
• Hand shut-off valve (recommended)
• Hot Water Line–3/8” minimum, copper tubing
(including ferrule, compression nut) or GE Appliances
Part # WX28X326, flexible braided hose.
• WD24X10065 drain hose (12’ long), if needed.
Installation Preparation
2
Hole Saw Set
Measuring Tape
Tubing Cutter
Drill and Bits
Phillips-Head
Screwdriver
15/16” Socket
1/4” and 5/16”
Nutdriver
6” Adjustable
Wrench
Bucket
Flashlight
Gloves
Carpenter’s
Square
Safety Glasses
Level
Drain Hose
Hose Clamp
#8 Hex-Head
Mounting Bracket
Screws
Drain Hose Hanger
Junction
Box Cover
#10
Hex-Head
Junction
Box Screw
1/2" long
#10 hex screw
Mounting
Brackets
#8 Phillips
Special
Head Screws
5/8" long Literature
Top Trim Piece
(on some models)
Side Trim Pieces
Pliers
Hot Water Line
Strain Relief
Optional
12' Drain Hose
WD24X10065
Drain Hose 10ft.
Waste Tee
Electrical Cable
(or Power Cord,
if applicable)
Wire Nuts (3)
90°Elbow
Hand
Shut-Off
Valve
Air Gap
Coupler for
optional
drain hose
Plug Buttons
Masking Tape
Hose Clamp

PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24” deep,
24” wide and approximately 34-1/2” high from floor to
underside of the countertop.
• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is
no more than 12’ in length for proper drainage.
• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top,
sides and back, and must not support any part of the
enclosure.
CLEARANCES:
• When installed into a corner, allow 2” min. clearance
between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other
appliances. Allow 25-1/2” min. clearance from the front of
the dishwasher for door opening. Figure B.
34-1/2”+1/4”
Underside of
Countertop
to Floor
This Wall Area
Must be Free
of Pipes and
Wires
Cabinets
Square
and
Plumb
Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Inside This Area
24”
Min.
4”
6”
24”
Min.
Figure A
33-1/2” to 34-3/4”
Underside of
Countertop
to Floor
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
• Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 12’ distance to drain.
• Drain connection height is not to exceed 72” above
bottom of dishwasher.
NOTE : Air gap must be used if waste tee or disposer
connection is less than 18” above floor to prevent
siphoning.
DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD
The type of drain installation depends on the following
questions.
• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
• Is waste tee less than 18” above floor?
If the answer to either question is YES, Method 1
MUST be used.
•If the answers are NO, either method may be used.
CABINET PREPARATION
• Drill a 1-1/2” diameter hole in the cabinet wall within
the shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hose
connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp edges.
IMPORTANT – When connecting
drain line to disposer, check to be sure
that drain plug has been removed.
DISHWASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF
PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required by local codes
and ordinances. The air gap must be installed according to
manufacturer’s instructions.
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.
Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed
before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
Figure C
3
Figure B
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
Countertop
Dishwasher
25-1/2"
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury
to persons, the installer must ensure that the
dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of
installation.
Remove
Drain
Plug
Installation Preparation
WARNING
Figure D
18"
Min.
32"
Min.
Drain Hose Hanger
18"
Min.
32"
Min.
Drain Hose Hanger
Method 2 – “High Drain Loop” with Waste Tee or Disposer

Installation Preparation
Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing
•The wiring may enter the opening from either side, rear
or the floor within the shaded area illustrated above in
Figure E and defined in Figure A.
• Cut a 1-1/2" maximum diameter hole to admit the
electrical cable. Edges of hole should be smooth and
rounded. Permanent wiring connections may pass
through the same hole as the drain hose and hot water
line, if convenient. If cabinet wall is metal, the hole
edge must be covered with a bushing.
NOTE: Power cords with plug must pass through a
separate hole in the cabinet.
Electrical Connection to Dishwasher
Electrical connection is on the right front of dishwasher.
• For permanent connections the cable must be routed
as shown in Figure E. Cable must extend a minimum of
24" from the rear wall.
• For power cord connections, install a 3-prong
grounding type receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall,
6" min. or 18" maximum from the opening, 6" to 18"
above the floor.
• Use only WX09X70910 or WX09X70911 Dishwasher
Power Cord Kit.
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are
adequate and in conformance with the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 – latest edition, and all local
codes and ordinances.
This appliance must have:
• 120V, 60Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere or 20-ampere, fused
electrical supply.
• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C
(167°F).
• If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before
proceeding.
It is recommended to have:
• A circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
• A properly grounded individual branch circuit.
Grounding Instructions–Permanent Connection
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
be connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or
lead on the appliance.
Grounding Instructions–Power Cord Models
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Figure E
4
White
18"
6"
24"
from Wall
3"
from
Cabinet
Alternate Receptacle
Location in Adjacent
Cabinet
Ground
Black
1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.)
18"
6"
Receptacle
Location
Area
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.
WARNING
The improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service representative
if you are in doubt that the appliance is properly
grounded.
WARNING
For models equipped with power cord: Do not
modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified technician.
WARNING

Water Line Connection
• If using a flexible braided supply hose, label
the hose with the installation date to use as
reference. Flexible braided hoses, elbows and
gaskets should be replaced in 5 years.
• Turn off the water supply.
• Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible
location, such as under the sink. (Optional, but
strongly recommended and may be required by local
codes.)
• Water connection is on the left side of the
dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using no
less than 3/8” copper tubing or a flexible braided
hose. Route the line as shown in Figure F and
extend forward at least 19” from rear wall.
• Adjust water heater for 120°F to 140°F temperature.
• Flush water line to clean out debris.
• The hot water supply line pressure must be 20-120
PSI.
Turn page to begin dishwasher
installation.
Installation Preparation
PREPARE HOT WATER LINE
NOTE: GE Appliances recommends copper tubing for
the water line, but if you choose to use flexible hose,
use GE Appliances WX28X326, flexible braided hose.
•The water supply line (3/8” copper tubing or flexible
braided hose) may enter from either side, rear or
floor within the shaded area shown in Figure F.
• The water supply line may pass through the same
hole as the electrical cable and drain hose. Or, cut
an additional 1-1/2" diameter hole to accommodate
the water line. If power cord with plug is used, water
line must not pass through power cord hole.
Figure F
6"
4"
Cabinet Face
Shut-off
Valve
2" From Floor
19" From Wall
2"
From
Cabinet
Hot
1-1/2”
Dia.
Hole
5
Do not remove wood base until you are ready to
install the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over
when the door is opened if base is removed.
CAUTION