GE GSD1807 User manual

Installation
Instructions
Built-In
Dishwasher
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IMPORTANT – The dishwasher
MUST be installed to allow for future removal from
the enclosure 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.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and
carefully.
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 and electrical skills. Proper
installation 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.
READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire,
or injury to persons, the installer must
ensure that the dishwasher is completely
enclosed at the time of installation.
If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or
installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical,
exhausting and other connecting facilities.

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
Gloves
For New Installations Only:
Tubing cutter
Drill and appropriate bits
Hole saw set
Phillips
Head
Screwdriver
Installation Preparation
PARTS SUPPLIED:
Two #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8" long
to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop
(in literature package).
Two Phillips head, color matched toekick screws
(in literature package).
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
Water line 3/8" min. copper
Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable
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
2 Wood Screws
Hole Saw Set
Measuring Tape
Tubing Cutter
Drill and Bits
1/4"
and 5/16"
Nutdriver
Safety Glasses
6" Adjustable
Wrench
Bucket
Flashlight
Gloves
Carpenters
Square
Level
2
Thread
Seal Tape
Air Gap
Strain Relief
2 Color Matched
Toekick Screws

Installation Preparation
3
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep and
17-5/8" to 18" wide (GSD1807K) or 23-5/8" to 24" wide
(GSD3800K). The opening should be 34" to 35" max. height.
CLEARANCES: When
installed into a corner,
allow 2" min. clearance
between dishwasher and
adjacent cabinet, wall or
other appliances. Allow
25-5/8" 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.
• Do not connect drain lines from other devices
to the dishwasher drain hose.
• Dishwasher must be connected to waste line with an
air gap (not supplied) or 32" minimum high drain loop, depending
on local codes and ordinances to prevent back flow into the
dishwasher.
• Air gap must be used if waste tee or disposer connection is less
than 18" above the floor to prevent siphoning.
DRAIN PREPARATION
The type of drain installation depends on answers to
the following questions:
■Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
■Will waste tee or disposer connection be less than
18" above the floor?
■Will installation have a drain loop less than 32"
above floor?
If the answer to ANY of the 3 questions above is YES,
Method 1 MUST be used. Otherwise either Method 1
or Method 2 may be used. Figure C or Figure D.
CAUTION:
An air gap MUST BE USED if the drain hose is connected to waste
tee or disposer lower than 18" above the floor.
Failure to provide the proper drain connection height with air gap or
32" minimum, high drain loop will result in improper draining of the
dishwasher.
Figure A Figure B
Figure C
Figure D
Note: ADA installation, (32-1/2") beneath 34" high counter-
tops may be accomplished by adjusting the toekick and
leveling legs.
Install waste tee or disposer and air gap according to
manufacturer’s instructions.
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.
Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
Method 2 – High Drain with Waste Tee or Disposer
Provide a method to attach drain hose to underside of
countertop.
Cabinets
Square
and
Plumb
Floor MUST
be Even with
Room Floor. Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Shaded Area
34" to 35"
Underside of
Countertop
to Floor
24"
Min.
17-5/8" or 23-5/8" Min.
18" or 24" Max.
4"
6"
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
Countertop
Dishwasher
25-5/8"
18"
Min.
32"
Min.
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
• 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.

Installation Preparation
4
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. The
hole must be free of sharp edges. If the cabinet wall is metal,
the hole edge must be covered with a bushing.
• 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 grounding type
receptacle. The power-supply receptacle for the appliance shall
be installed in a cabinet or on a wall adjacent to the
undercounter space in which the appliance is to be installed.
Figure E
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.
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.
• 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 electrical shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed
and grounded in accordance with local codes and
ordinances.
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.
White
24"
from Wall
3"
from
Cabinet
Ground
Black
1-1/2" Dia.
Hole (Max.)

Installation Instructions
5
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.
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
recommended and may be required by local codes.)
• Water connection is on the left side of the dish-
washer. 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 18" from rear
• 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.
CAUTION:
Opening the door will cause the dish-
washer to tip forward. Do not open the door until you
are ready to install the dishwasher. If it is
necessary to open the door, hold
the top of the dishwasher securely
with one hand and hold the door
with the other hand.
• Open the door slowly, if the door drops when
released, increase spring tension. If the door closes
when released, decrease tension.
• Pull the spring adjustment pin out of the holes, insert
in the next highest or lowest hole and test again.
• Adjust both door springs to the same tension.
• Continue moving the spring pin until door is balanced.
STEP 1 CHECK DOOR BALANCE
To check the door balance, hold the top of the
dishwasher firmly.
Figure G
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Locate and set aside the package
containing 2 Phillips head countertop
mounting screws and 2 additional toe-
kick screws located in the literature
Cabinet Face
Shut-off
Valve
3" From Floor
18" From Wall
4"
From
Cabinet
1-1/2" Dia.
Hole
Hot
Increase
Decrease
wall.
package.
(To reposition the spring adjustment pin, it may be
easier to unhook the spring from the bottom first).
Door latch keeper
Hold nut at top of dishwasher
and loosen screw
STEP 1B CHECK DOOR CLOSURE
• If the door latch is
difficult to open or
close, adjust
the latch by
loosening the
screw as shown
in the diagram.

White
GroundBlack
Check That White, Black and
Green Dishwasher Wires Are Threaded
Thru Hole in Back
Remove
Junction Box
Cover
wires thru strain
relief and tighten
Use UL Listed
Wire Nuts
A
C
B
D
Insert power cord
Installation Instructions
6
• 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.
Figure L
Figure J
STEP 3 REMOVE TOEKICK
• Remove the 4 toekick screws. Lift off the 2 piece
toekick.
• Measure installation height and dishwasher height.
Extend leveling legs out from the dishwasher base,
1/4" less than installation height.
Figure H
STEP 2 ADJUST LEVELING LEGS
• Move the dishwasher close to the installation
location and lay it on its back.
STEP 4 INSTALL POWER CORD
Skip this step if dishwasher will be direct wired. Use
power cord kit WX09X70910 available for purchase from
an authorized GE Appliances dealer. The power cord
and connections must comply with the National Electrical
Code, Section 422 and/or local codes and ordinances.
• Recommended power cord length is 54" min. and
Figure K
Adjust to
Installation
Height
• 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.
Remove
4 Toekick
Screws
90
Elbow
Fill
Hose
Thread
Seal Tape
Water
Valve
Bracket
64” max.
Remove rubber ring,

Power Cord
(If Used)
Insulation
Blanket Water
Line
House
Wiring
Drain
Hose
Maximum
Drain Hose
Length 10'
Installation Instructions
7
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 dishwasher and
there is no interference with the water
line and wiring or any other component.
Figure O
TIP: Position water line and house wiring on the floor
to avoid interference with base of dishwasher.
Figure N
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.
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 M
Water
Line
House
Wiring
4"
6"
Do Not Push Against
Front Door Panel With
Knee. Damage to The
Door Panel Will Occur.

Do Not Push Against
Front Door Panel With
Knee. Damage to The
Door Panel Will Occur.
Reposition Dishwasher
by Grasping Both
Sides With Hands
STEP 9 POSITION DISHWASHER UNDER COUNTERTOP
• Check to be sure that wires are secure under the dishwasher
and not pinched or in contact with door springs or other
dishwasher components.
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 the door.
• Push dishwasher into cabinet. The front corners of the
dishwasher door should be flush with cabinet doors. Be careful
not to dent font panel with knees or damage countertop or
cabinets with dishwasher parts.
Figure P
Installation Instructions
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Figure Q
STEP 10 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
dishwasher. If the rack rolls in either direction, the
dishwasher must be leveled again.
• If door hits the tub, the dishwasher is not installed correctly.
Adjust leveling legs to align door to tub.
• Level the dishwasher by
adjusting the
four leveling legs
individually.
Figure R
• Place level on door
and rack track
inside the tub as
shown to check that
the dishwasher is
level.
Check
Level
Side
To Side
Check
Level
Front
to Back
Turn Legs
to Adjust

Installation Instructions
9
The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop.
• Position the dishwasher so that the tub flange aligns with the
front face of the cabinet frame.
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 T
STEP 11 SECURE DISHWASHER
TO CABINET
Figure S
IMPORTANT – Drive screws
straight and flush. Protruding screw heads will
scratch the top of the control panel and can interfere
with door closing.
STEP 12 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 compression 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 a rubbing noise or interference
occurs.
• Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of the countertop
with the 2 Phillips screws provided.
Align Tub
Flange
to Front
Face of
Cabinet
Frame
Ferrule
90° Elbow
Compression Nut
Hot Water
Supply Line

Installation Instructions
10
• If a longer drain hose is required, add up to 42" of length for a
total of 10 ft. 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 U
STEP 13 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
Method 2 – High drain loop with waste tee or disposer
Disposer Installation
Figure W
Figure X
• 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.
TIP: Avoid unnecessary service call charges. Always
be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before
attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
Figure V
Waste Tee Installation
Cutting Lines
1" 3/4" 5/8"
IMPORTANT: Do not cut corrugated
portion of hose
Fasten to underside
of countertop
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Fasten to underside
of countertop
18"
Min.
Hose Clamp
Coupler Hose Clamp
Remove
Hopper
Plug

Installation Instructions
11
Figure Y
STEP 15 PRE-TEST CHECKLIST
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
adjustments. 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 9.
Check door alignment with tub. If door hits tub,
level dishwasher. See Step 10.
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 10.
Check door alignment with cabinet. If door hits
cabinet, reposition or relevel dishwasher.
See Step 10.
Verify water supply and drain lines are not kinked
or in contact with other components. Contact with
motor or dishwasher frame could cause noise.
See Step 8.
Turn on the sink hot water faucet and verify water
temperature. Incoming water temperature must
be between 120°F and 150°F. A minimum of 120°F
temperature is required for best wash perform-
ance. See “Prepare Hot Water Line,” page 5.
Add 2 quarts of water to the bottom of the dish-
washer 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 14 CONNECT POWER
SUPPLY
Skip this step if equipped with power cord.
Verify that power is turned off at the source.
• Remove junction box cover “A”.
• Locate the three dishwasher wires, (white, black
and green) with stripped ends. Insert dishwasher
wires through small hole in the junction box “B”.
• Secure house wiring to the bottom of the junction
box with a strain relief “C”.
• Use wire nuts to connect incoming ground to
green, white to white, and black to black “D”.
• Replace junction box cover “E”. Check to be sure
that wires are not pinched under the cover.
WARNING
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-
E. Replace Junction Box Cover
White
GroundBlack
Check That White, Black and
Green Dishwasher Wires Are
Threaded Thru Hole in Back
Remove
Junction Box
Cover
Remove rubber ring,
Insert Power
Cord Wires Thru
Strain Relief
and Tighten
Use UL Listed
Wire Nuts
A
C
B
D
copper connectors.

Installation Instructions
• Place 2-piece toekick against the legs of the dishwasher.
• Place the inner toekick piece (with slots) against the
toekick bracket. The slots should align with toekick
bracket screw holes. Allow the toekick to touch the floor.
• Place larger toekick over the inner piece and install 4
toekick screws.
• Use additional 2 screws for installations over
33-1/2" high.
• Use both toekick pieces for all installation heights.
Figure Z
STEP 17 REPLACE TOEKICK
STEP 16 DISHWASHER WET TEST
Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into outlet, if
equipped).
Turn dial to Normal “Wash” position.
Close door.
Check to be sure that water enters the dishwasher. If
water does not enter the dishwasher, check to be sure that
water and power are turned on.
Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If a leak is found,
turn power supply off, then tighten connections. 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 dishwasher if necessary.
See Step 9.
The dishwasher will drain and turn off about 5 to
7 minutes after the first fill. Check drain lines.
If leaks are found, turn power off at the breaker and correct
plumbing as necessary. Restore power after corrections are
made. See Step 12.
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 13. Also check drain
line for kinking.
Run the dishwasher through another fill and drain cycle.
Check for leaks and correct if required.
At the end of drain, open door and turn dial to OFF position.
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SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
STEP 18 LITERATURE
Be sure to leave complete literature package and
installation instructions with consumer.
2-Piece Toekick
Adjust Up
or Down
Use Top 4
Screw Holes