GE Built-In Dishwasher User manual

Installation
Instructions
Built-In
Dishwasher
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT – Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instruc-
tions 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 and electrical skills. Proper installa-
tion is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure
due to improper installation is not covered under the
GE Appliance Warranty.
•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 enclo-
sure if service is required.
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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS
shown throughout these instructions. While performing
installations described in this booklet, gloves, safety
glasses or goggles should be worn.
READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Installation Preparation
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PARTS SUPPLIED:
Two #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8" long to
secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or to
side of cabinetry. (Taped to top or side of
dishwasher.)
Side and top trim pieces
2 Side mounting brackets with 4 mounting screws
(for non-wood countertops) on some models
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED :
Ferrule, compression nut and 90°Elbow (3/8"NPT external
thread on one end, opposite end sized to fit water supply)
Thread seal tape
UL Listed wire nuts (3)
Materials For New Installations Only:
Air gap for drain hose, if required
Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable
Electrical cable or power cord, if applicable
Screw type hose clamps
Strain relief for electrical connection.
Hand shut-off valve (recommended)
Water line 3/8" min. copper or 1/2" min. plastic
(plastic must be tested for temperature and pressure)
Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:
Phillips head screwdriver
5/16" and 1/4" nutdriver
6" Adjustable wrench
Level
Carpenters square
Measuring tape
Safety glasses
Flashlight
Bucket to catch water when flushing the line
15/16" socket (optional for skid removal)
Gloves
For New Installations Only:
Tubing cutter
Drill and appropriate bits
Hole saw set
90°Elbow,
Ferrule and
Compression Nut
Wire Nuts (3)
Waste Tee
Electrical Cable
(or Power Cord, if applicable)
Hot Water line
Screw Type
Hose Clamps
Coupler
Hand
Shut-Off
Valve Thread
Seal Tape
Trim Pieces
(some models)
2 Wood Screws 4, #8 Pan head Phillips Screws
3/8" long for side mounting
(some models)
Air Gap
Hole Saw Set
Measuring Tape
Tubing Cutter
Drill and Bits
Phillips
Head
Screwdriver
15/16" Socket
1/4"
and 5/16"
Nutdriver
Safety Glasses
6" Adjustable
Wrench
Bucket
Flashlight
Gloves
Carpenters
Square
Strain Relief
Side Mounting Brackets
(some models)
Level

Installation Preparation
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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 10 feet 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
28-3/8" min. clearance
from the front of the
dishwasher for door
opening. Figure B
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
• Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 10 feet distance to drain.
Note: This dishwasher is equipped with a high drain
loop. There is no minimum height required for drain
hose routing. However, 18" minimum from floor to
center of waste tee or disposer inlet is required. See
Figure D.
DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD
The type of drain installation depends on the following
question.
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" dia. 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 connect-
ing 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 manufacturers instructions.
Method 2 – Built-in “High Drain Loop” with Waste Tee or
Disposer
Figure A
Figure B
Figure C
Figure D
24"
Min.
This Wall Area
must be Free of
Pipes or wires
Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Inside This Area
34-1/2"±1/4"
Underside of
Countertop
to Floor
4"
24"
Min.
6"
5" 5"
4"
Cabinets
Square
and
Plumb
Floor MUST be Even
With Room Floor.
28-3/8"
Countertop
Dishwasher
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
18"
Min.
18"
Min.
Remove
Hopper
Plug

Installation Preparation
4
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.
Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing
• The wiring may enter the opening from either side, rear
or the floor within the shaded area.
• Cut a 1-1/2" max. dia. hole to admit the electrical cable.
Cable direct 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.
Electrical Connection to Dishwasher
Electrical connection is on the right front of dishwasher.
• For cable direct 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 ground-
ing type receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall, 6" min.
or 18" max. from the opening, 6" to 18" above the floor.
White
18"
6"
24"
from Wall
3"
from
Cabinet
Alternate
Receptacle
Location
Ground
Black
1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.)
18"
6"
Receptacle
Location
Area
Figure E
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.
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
Electrical Requirements
• This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz., and
connected to an individual properly grounded branch
circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker
or time delay fuse.
• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C
(176°F).
• If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before
proceeding.
Grounding Instructions–Cable Direct
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 resis-
tance 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.
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.
For models equipped

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Figure G
STEP 1 CHECK DOOR BALANCE
With dishwasher on wood skid, check the door balance
by opening and closing the door.
• If door drops open when released, increase spring
tension. If door closes when released, decrease tension.
Note: Increase or decrease
tension as shown. Adjust
both springs to the same
tension setting to correct
balance.
TIP: If door spring adjustment is necessary, check door
opening and closing. If door does not open easily or
falls too quickly, check spring cable routing. The cable is
held in place by “shoulders” on the pulley. Check to be
sure cable has not slipped over the pulley shoulders.
PREPARE HOT WATER LINE
• The line may enter from either side, rear or floor
within the shaded area shown in Figure F.
• The line may pass through the same hole as the
electrical cable and drain hose. Or, cut an additional
1-1/2" dia. hole to accommodate the water line. If
power cord with plug is used, water line must not pass
through power cord hole.
6"
5" 5" 4"
Cabinet Face
Shut-off
Valve
4"
2" From Floor
19" From Wall
2"
From
Cabinet
1-1/2" Dia.
Hole
Hot
Figure F
Water Line Connection
• Turn off the water supply.
• Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location,
such as under the sink. (Optional, but strongly recom-
mended 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"
O.D. copper tubing. Route the line as shown in Figure
F and extend forward at least 19" from rear wall.
• Adjust water heater for 120°F to 150°F temperature.
• Flush water line to clean out debris.
• The hot water supply line pressure must be 20-120 PSI.
Do not remove wood base until you are ready to install
the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over when the
door is opened.
Before You Begin
Locate and set aside the 2 Phillips head countertop
mounting screws wrapped with yellow tape and stuck to
the top or side of the dishwasher.
Increase
Spring
Tension
Decrease
Spring
Tension
Insert
Hook
Over
Bracket
Correct
Incorrect
• Screw leveling legs back into the dishwasher frame,
approximately 1/4" from frame as shown.
Figure H
STEP 2 REMOVE WOOD BASE,
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
IMPORTANT – Do not kick off wood base!
Damage will occur.
• Move the dishwasher close to the installation
location and lay it on its back.
• Remove the four leveling legs on the underside of
the wood base with an adjustable
wrench or 15/16" socket.
• Discard base.
Approx.
1/4"

Installation Instructions
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• Do not over tighten 90°elbow, water valve bracket
could bend or water valve fitting could break.
• Position the end of the elbow to face the rear of the
dishwasher.
STEP 5 INSTALL 90°ELBOW
• Wrap 90°elbow with thread seal tape.
• Install a 90°elbow onto the water valve.
STEP 6 POSITION WATER LINE
AND HOUSE WIRING
• Position water supply line and house wiring on the
floor of the opening to avoid interference with base
of dishwasher and components under dishwasher.
Figure K
Figure L
Water
Line
House
Wiring
5" 5"
4" 4"
6"
6"
4"
Front of Dishwasher
90°
Elbow
Thread Seal Tape
Fill
Hose
Water Valve
Bracket
• Connect incoming power cord white (or ribbed) to
dishwasher white, black (or smooth) to black and
ground to dishwasher green wire. Use UL listed wire
nuts of appropriate size.
• Replace junction box cover. Be sure wires are not
pinched under the cover.
STEP 4 INSTALL POWER CORD
Skip this step if dishwasher will be direct wired or has
a factory installed power cord.
The power cord and connections must comply with
the National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/or
local codes and ordinances.
• Maximum power cord length is 6 feet.
Figure J
Figure I
STEP 3 REMOVE TOEKICK
• Remove the two toekick screws.
Toekick
Remove 2
Toekick Screws
White
Ground Black
Check That White, Black and
Green Dishwasher Wires Are Threaded
Thru Small Hole in Bracket
Remove
Junction Box
Cover
Insert Power
Cord Wires Thru
Strain Relief
and Tighten
Use UL Listed
Wire Nuts
A
B
C
D

Installation Instructions
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STEP 9 INSTALL TRIM PIECES
Skip this step if trim is not supplied with the dishwasher.
• Locate trim strips inside dishwasher.
• Press trim onto the tub flange on each side. Start with
the top edge, pressing on as you move towards the
bottom.
• Press the two top trim pieces on each side of the latch.
• Open and close the door to check that trim does not
bind and does not interfere with door latch.
STEP 10 PUSH DISHWASHER
INTO FINAL POSITION
TIP: Check tub insulation blanket, if equipped. It
should be positioned so it is not “bunched up” or
interfering with door springs. Check by opening and
closing door.
• Push dishwasher into the cabinet. The edges of the
dishwasher door should be behind the cabinet frame
and evenly aligned with the front face of cabinet
doors.
• Carefully open and close the door to ensure the door
panel is not catching or rubbing on the cabinet frame.
Figure O
Figure P
STEP 8 SLIDE DISHWASHER
PARTIALLY INTO CABINET
DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES.
DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.
• Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a
time.
• As you proceed, pull the drain hose through the
opening under the sink. Stop pushing when the
dishwasher is a few inches forward of adjacent
cabinetry.
• Make sure drain hose is not kinked under the dish-
washer and there is no interference with the water
line and wiring or any other component.
Do Not Push Against
Front Door Panel With
Knee. Damage to The
Door Panel Will Occur.
Figure N
TIP: Position water line and house wiring on the
floor to avoid interference with base of dishwasher.
Figure M
STEP 7 INSERT DRAIN HOSE
THROUGH CABINET
• Upright the dishwasher and position in front of the
opening. Insert drain hose into cabinet wall hole. If
a power cord is used, guide the end through a
separate hole.
Power Cord
(If Used)
Insulation
Blanket Water
Line
Maximum Drain Hose
Length 10'
House
Wiring
Drain
Hose
Door
Fits and
Swings
Back
Behind
Cabinet
Frame
Correct
Alignment
Door Catches
on Cabinet Frame
Incorrect
Alignment
Note: If stone
countertops
are used, see
Step 12 before
pushing the
dishwasher
into the
opening.
Trim Strip
Trim
Strip
Trim
Strip
Top View

Stone Countertop
Side Brackets
Brackets Wood Countertop
Figure Q
STEP 11 LEVEL DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT – Dishwasher must be level for proper
dish rack operation and wash performance.
TIP: Pull lower rack out, about halfway. Check to be
sure the rack does not roll forward or back into dish-
washer. If the rack rolls either direction, the dishwasher
must be leveled again.
• If door hits tub, the dishwasher is not installed
correctly. Adjust leveling legs to align door to tub.
• Level the dish-
washer by adjusting
the four leveling
legs individually.
• If adjustment to the
right rear leveling
leg is required,
loosen junction box
bracket screw
(through the access
hole) and rotate
bracket clockwise.
Figure R
Installation Instructions
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Check Level
Side To Side
Check
Level
Front
to Back
• Place level on
door and rack
track inside the
tub as shown to
check that the
dishwasher is
level.
The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop or
the cabinet sides. When countertops are made of wood,
use Method 1. Some models are supplied with side
mounting brackets for use when countertops are granite
or other materials that will not accept screws. Use
Method 2 to secure dishwasher at the sides.
Method 1
Secure dishwasher to wood countertop
• Position dishwasher so that the door lines up with the
front face of adjacent cabinet.
IMPORTANT: Check to be sure the dishwasher is
centered in the opening and there is no interference
with adjacent cabinets when opening or closing the door.
• Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of the counter-
top with the 2 Phillips screws provided.
Method 2
For Models supplied with side mounting brackets
• Pull dishwasher out of the opening just enough to
access the tub frame.
• Fasten the brackets to cabinet sides using the 2
Phillips head countertop screws.
IMPORTANT: Drive screws straight and flush. Protrud-
ing screw heads will scratch the top or sides of the
control panel and can interfere with door closing.
Figure S
Figure T
STEP 12 POSITION DISHWASHER, SECURE TO CABINET
• Fasten a side mounting bracket to each side of the tub
with the #8 pan head screws provided.
• Position dishwasher so that the door lines up with the
front face of adjacent cabinet.
IMPORTANT: Check to be sure the dishwasher is
centered in the opening and there is no interference
with adjacent cabinets when opening or closing the door.
Figure U
Install
2 Screws
Each Side
Side
Mounting
Brackets
Countertop
Mounting
Brackets
Tub Frame
Turn Legs
to Adjust
Access Hole

Installation Instructions
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STEP 13 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
Connect water supply line to 90°elbow.
• Slide compression nut, then ferrule over end of
water line.
• Insert water line into 90°elbow.
• Slide ferrule against elbow and secure with compres-
sion nut.
IMPORTANT: Check to be sure that door spring
does not rub or contact the fill hose or water supply
line. Test by opening and closing the door. Re-route the
lines if necessary.
Figure V
90° Elbow
Ferrule
90° Elbow
Hot Water
Supply Line
Compression Nut
Door Spring
• If a longer drain hose is required, add up to 42" of
length for a total of 10 ft. length to the factory installed
hose. Use 5/8" or 7/8" inside diameter hose and a
coupler to connect the two hose ends. Secure the
connection with hose clamps.
Figure W
STEP 14 CONNECT DRAIN LINE
FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8", 3/4" or 1"
diameter connections on the air gap, waste tee or
disposer. Cut on the marked line as required for your
installation.
DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION
• Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer
using either previously determined method.
Waste Tee Installation
Method 1 –Air gap with waste tee or disposer
Disposer Installation
Waste Tee Installation
Method 2 –Built-in “High drain loop”with waste tee or
disposer
Disposer Installation
Figure Y
Figure Z
• Secure the drain hose to the air gap, waste tee or
disposer with clamps.
Note: TOTAL DRAIN HOSE LENGTH MUST NOT
EXCEED 10 FEET FOR PROPER DRAIN OPERATION.
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.
Cutting Lines
1" 3/4" 5/8"
IMPORTANT: Do not cut corrugated
portion of hose
Remove
Hopper
Plug
Figure X
Hose Clamp
Coupler Hose Clamp
18"
Min.
18"
Min.

Installation Instructions
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Figure AA
STEP 16 PRE-TEST CHECK LIST
Review this list after installing your dishwasher to
avoid charges for a service call that is not covered by
your warranty.
Check to be sure power is OFF.
Open door and remove all foam and paper
packaging.
Locate the Owner’s Manual in the literature
package.
Read the Owner’s Manual for operating
instructions.
Check door opening and closing. If door does not
open and close freely or tends to fall, check spring
cable routing. See Step 1.
Check to be sure that wiring is secure under the
dishwasher, not pinched or in contact with door
springs or other components. See Step 10.
Check door alignment with tub. If door hits tub,
level dishwasher. See Step 11.
Pull lower rack out, about half way. Check to be
sure it does not roll back or forward on the door. If
the rack moves, adjust leveling legs. See Step 11.
Check door alignment with cabinet. If door hits
cabinet, reposition dishwasher. See Step 12.
Check that door spring does not contact water line,
fill hose, wiring or other components. See Step 13.
Verify water supply and drain lines are not kinked
or in contact with other components. Contact with
motor or dishwasher frame could cause noise.
Turn on the sink hot water faucet and verify water
temperature. Incoming water temperature must be
between 120°F and 150°F. 120°F min. temperature
is required for best wash performance. See “Pre-
pare Hot Water Line,” page 4.
Add 2 quarts of water to the bottom of the
dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal.
Turn on water supply. Check for leaks. Tighten
connections if needed.
Remove protective film if present from the control
panel and door.
STEP 15 CONNECT POWER
SUPPLY
Skip this step if equipped with power cord
Verify that power is turned off at the source.
(If a power cord with plug is used, proceed to Step 16.)
• Remove junction box cover.
• Secure house wiring to the back of the junction box
with a strain relief.
• Locate the three dishwasher wires, (white, black and
green) with stripped ends. Insert dishwasher wires
through the small hole in the junction box. Use wire
nuts to connect incoming ground to green, white to
white and black to black.
• Replace junction box cover. Check to be sure that
wires are not pinched under the cover.
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 alumi-
num-to-copper connectors
White
Ground Black
Check That White, Black and
Green Dishwasher Wires Are Threaded
Thru Small Hole in Bracket
Remove
Junction Box
Cover
Insert Power
Cord Wires Thru
Strain Relief
and Tighten
Use UL Listed
Wire Nuts
A
B
C
D

Installation Instructions
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• Align the toekick with the bottom edge and make
sure it is against the floor.
• Insert and tighten the two toekick attachment
screws. The toekick should stay in contact with the
floor.
TIP: Make sure toekick is against floor to minimize
noise.
FigureBB
STEP 19 LITERATURE
• Be sure to leave complete literature package and
installation instructions with the consumer.
STEP 18 REPLACE TOEKICK
• Place toekick against the legs of the dishwasher.
STEP 17 DISHWASHER WET TEST
Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into
outlet, if equipped).
Latch door.
Push “Rinse Only” button.
Push start/reset pad once.
Check to be sure that water enters the dishwasher.
If water does not enter the dishwasher, check to be
sure that water and power is turned on.
Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If leak is
found, turn power supply off, then tighten connec-
tions. Restore power after leak is corrected.
Check for leaks around the door. A leak around the
door could be caused by door rubbing or hitting
against adjacent cabinetry. Reposition the dish-
washer if necessary. See Step 12.
The dishwasher will drain and turn off about 5
minutes after it was started. Check drain lines. If
leaks are found, turn power off at the breaker,
correct as necessary. Restore power after corrections
are made. See Step 14.
Open dishwasher door and make sure most of the
water has drained. If not, check that disposer plug
has been removed and/or air gap is not plugged.
See Step 14.
Press Start/Reset pad once again and run dish-
washer through another “Rinse Only” cycle. Check
for leaks and correct if required.
Attachment Screws
Toekick

Pub. No. 31-30551
Dwg. No. 206C1559P090
(N.D. 489) 6/02
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE