GE GSD6900J10BB User manual

Installation
Instructions Built-In
Dishwasher
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely mid carefully.
•IMPORTANT - Ol,se,,'e.llg,,ve,'.i.g
codes and ordinances,
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instruc-
dons for the consumer's and local inspector's use.
• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with
your Owner's Manual for flmu'e reterence.
•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 Waxranty.
• Completion Time - 1 to 3 Hours, New installations
require more time than replacement installations.
•IMPORTANT -The_lish,,'.she,MUST_,e
installed to alhm tot fllture remoxal fl'om the enclo-
sure if serxice is required,
If wm receixed a damaged dislmasher, you should
immediateh' contact your dealer O1"builder.
Optional Accessories - See the o,vne,"s M.n_,.1
for axailable 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.

Installation Preparation
PARTS SUPPLIED:
[] Two#8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8"long to
secure dishwasher to underside of countertop orto
side of cabinetry. (Tapedtotop or side of
dishwasher.)
[] Side and top trim pieces
[] 2 Side mounting brackets with 4mounting screws
(for non-wood countertops) on some models
Trim Pieces
(somemodels)
2Wood Screws 4,#8 Pan head Phillips Screws Side Mounting Brackets
3/8"long for side mounting (some models)
(somemodels)
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED :
[] Ferrule,compression nut and 90° Elbow(3/8"NPTexternal
thread on one end,opposite end sizedto fit water supply)
[] Thread sealtape
[] ULListed 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
[] Screwtype hose clamps
[] Strain relieffor electrical connection.
[] Handshut-off valve (recommended)
[] Water line 3/8"min. copper or 1/2"rain.plastic
(plastic must betested for temperature and pressure)
[] Couplerfor extending drain line, if applicable
_@ _td__Off
90° Elbow, Valve Thread
Ferrule and SealTape
Compression Nut
Waste Tee
Electrical Cable
(or Power Cord,if applicable)
Air Gap
Wire Nuts (3)
Hot Water line
Coupler
Screw Type Strain Relief
Hose Clamps
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:
[] Phillips head screwdriver
[] 5/16"and 1/4"nutdriver
[] 6"Adjustable wrench
[] Level
[] Carpenters square
[] Measuring tape
[] Safety glasses
[] Flashlight
[] Bucketto catch water when flushing the line
[] 15/16"socket (optional for skid removal)
[] Gloves
For New Installations Only:
[] Tubingcutter
[] Drill and appropriate bits
[] Hole saw set
Screwdriver
15/16"Socket
Flashlight
Level
and 5/16"
6"Adjustable
Wrench
Nutdriver
TubingCutter
Measuring Tape
Gloves Bucket
Safety Glasses
Hole SawSet
Carpenters
Square
Drill and Bits
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Installation Preparation
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
%I/2"±I/4"
Undersideof
Countermp
toFloor
Figure_A _//_
TbbWallArea
of
Pipesorwires
24"
Min,
FloorMUSTbeEven
WithRoomFloor.
3abinets
Square
and
Plumb
• The rough cabinet opening must be at lea,'t 24 deep,
24" _dde and approximately :4-1/2 high from floor to
underside of the countertop.
• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is
no more than 10 fl_et in length fin" proper drainage.
• The dishwasher inust be flfllv enclosed on the top,
sides and back, and must not support any part of the
ench)sure.
CLEARANCES:When
installed into a corner,
allow 2" rain.clearance
between dishwasher and
adjacent cabinet, wall or
other appliances. Allow
28-3/8"rain.clearance
from the front ofthe
dishwasher for door
opening. Figure B
Countertop
{- 28-3/8"
FigureB
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
• Folhm local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 10 teet distance to drain.
Note: This dishwasher is equipped with a high drain
loop. There is no iiliniiiltlii1 height Yeq uired fk)i"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 l-1/2" dia. hole in the cabinet wall within the
shaded areas shown in Figure A fin" 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. DISH_kASHER WILL
NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
Remove
Hopper
Plug
FigureC
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.
FigureD
Method 2 -Built-in "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or
Disposer

Installation Preparation
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove
house fllse or open circuit breaker
before begilming installation. Do not
use an extension cord or adapter phlg
with this appliance.
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 90 ampere circuit breaker
or time delay fllse.
• Wiring illtist be 2 wire with ground and rated tor 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 comaected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be 1"/lll with the circuit conductors and
be com_ected 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
malflmction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the
risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resis-
tance tk)r electric current. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug inust be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Cabinet
FigureE Black White
with power cord: Do not modit_' the plug provided with
the appliance: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed bv a qualified technician.
Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing
• The wiring may enter the opening fl'om 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 com_ections 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 com_ection is on the right fl'ont of dishwasher.
• For cable direct com_ections the cable must be routed as
shown in Figure E. Cable must extend a minimum of
24" fl'om the rear wall.
• For power cord connections, install a 3-prong ground-
ing type receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall, 6" rain.
or 18" max. fl'om the opening, 6" to 18" above the floor.
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Installation Instructions
PREPARE HOT WATER LINE
• The line may enter fl'om 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-I/2" dia. hole to accommodate the water line. If
power cord with plug is used, water line must not pass
through power cord hole.
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Cabinet
2" From Floor
Cabinet Face
FigureF
Water Line Connection
•Turn off the water supply.
•Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location,
such as trader the sink. (Optional, but strongly recom-
mended and may be required by local codes.)
•Water com_ection 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 Figm'e
F and extend torward at least 19" fl'om rear wall.
• A(!just water heater fin" 190°F to 150°F temperature.
• Flush water line to clean out debris.
• The hot water supply line pressm'e must be 20-120 PSI.
Before You Begin
Locate and set aside the 2 Phillips head cotmtertop
motmting screws wrapped with yello_ tape and stuck to
the top or side of the dislmasher.
[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. Increase
Spring
Tension
Decrease
Spring
Tension
Correct
Incorrect
FigureG
TIP: If door spring a(!justment is necessary, check door
opening and closing. If door does not open easily or
fidls too quickl 5 check spring cable routing. The cable is
held in place bv "shoulders" on the pulley. Check to be
sure cable has not slipped over the pulley shoulders.
[STEP 2] REMOVE WOOD BASE,
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
IMPORTANT -Do.ot kickoffwoodbase!
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 a(!justable
wrench or 15/16" socket.
• Discard base.
FigureH
• Screw lex eling legs back into the dislmasher fl'ame,
approximately 1/4" fl'om fl'ame as sh(mn.

Installation Instructions
[STEP 3] REMOVE TOEKICK
• Remme the mo toekick screws.
Remove2
ToekickScrews
FigureI
[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 c(mnections must comply with
the National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/or
local codes and ordinances.
• Maximmn power cord length is 6 teet.
A
Remove
JunctionBox
Cover StrainBelief _
andTighten White
6round__ __Bhck
B CheckThatWhite, Blacl<and
6teen DishwasherWiresAreThreaded
ThruSmallHob in Bracket
FigureJ
D
UseULListed
WireNuts
• Cormect incoming power cord white (or ribl)ed) to
dishwasher white, black (or smooth) to black and
ground to dishwasher green wire. Use UL listed wire
mtts of appropriate size.
• Replace junction box cover. Be sure wires are not
pinched trader the cover.
[STEP 5] INSTALL 90 °ELBOW
• Wrap 90 ° elbow with thread seal tape.
• Install a 90 ° elbow ()tat() the water xalxe.
FrontofDishwasher
90°
Elbow
Figure KThread Seal Tape
• Do not ()vet" tighten 90 ° elbow, water valve bracket
could bend or water valve fitting could break.
• Position the end of the elbow to thce the rear of the
dishwasher,
]STEP 61 POSITION WATER LINE
AND HOUSE WIRING
• Position water supply line and house wiring on the
floor of the opening to avoid interterence with base
of dishwasher and components under dishwasher.
5"_
Line Wiring
mFigure L

Installation Instructions
ISTEP 71 INSERT DRAIN HOSE
THROUGH CABINET
• Upright tile dishwasher and position in fl'ont of tile
opening, h/sert drain hose into cabinet wall hole. If
a power cord is used, guide the end through a
separate hole.
MaximumDrainHose
Length10'
Insulation
Blanket_
Hose
House
Wiring
PowerCord
(if Used)
TIP: Position water line and house wiring on tile
floor to moid interference with base of dishxxasher.
[STEP 8] SLIDE DISHWASHER
PARTIALLY INTO CABINET
DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES.
DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.
• Slide dislmasher into tile opening a tew inches at a
tilne.
}o NotPushAgainst
FrontDoorPanelWith
Knee.Damageto The
DoorPanelWill Occur. FigureN
• As vou proceed, pull tile drain hose through tile
opening under tile sink. Stop pushing when tile
dishwasher is a few inches forward of ac!jacent
cabinetry.
• Make s/lre drain hose is not kinked under tile dish-
washer and there is no interference with the water
line and wiring or any other component.
ISTEP91INSTALL TRIM PIECES
Skip this step if trim is not supplied with the dishwasher,
• Locate trin_ strips inside dishwasher.
•Press trim onto the tub flange on each side. Start with
tile top edge, pressing on as vou move towards tile
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 interii_re with door latch.
Trim Strip
Trimi! I
Strip it
//
Figure 0
ISTEP 101PUSH DISHWASHER
INTO FINAL POSITION
Note:If stone
countertops
are used,see
Step 12before
pushingthe
dishwasher
intothe
opening. Door
Fitsand
Swings
Back
Behind
Cabinet
Frame',
DoorCatches
on CabinetFrame
Correct
FigureP Alignment
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 fi'ame
and evenly aligned with tile fl'ont thce of cabinet
dooI'S.
• Carefldly open and close tile door to enstlre tile door
panel is not catching or rubbing on tile cabinet fl'ame.

Installation Instructions
ISTEP 111LEVEL DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT - Dishwasher must be level fl)r proper
dish rack operation and wash perfl)rmance.
•Place level on
door and rack
track inside the (-
tub as showI'J to
check that the
dishwasher is
level,
FigureQ
• Lexel the dish- ]
x_asher bya(!justing L Access Hob
the flmr leveling
legs individually.
• If a(!justment to the
right rear leveling
leg is required,
loosen junction box
bracket screw
(through the access
hole) and rotate FigureR
bracket clockwise,
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
correctl> At!just leveling legs to align door to tub.
ISTEP 12 1POSITION DISHWASHER, SECURE TO CABINET
The dishwasher must be secm'ed to the cotmtertop or
the cabinet sides. When cotmtertops are made of wood,
use Method 1. Some models are supplied with side
mounting brackets fin" use when countertops are granite
or other materials that will not accept screws, [.lse
Method 2 to secure dishwasher at the sides,
• Fasten a side motmting bracket to each side of the tub
with the #8 pan head screws pr(;,ided.
Side
Mounting
Brackets
Method 1
Secure dishwasher to wood countertop
• Position dishwasher so that the door lines up with the
fl'ont thce of ac!jacent cabinet.
Brackets WoodCountertop
FigureS
IMPORTANT: Check to be sm'e the dishwasher is
centered in the opening and there is no interference
with a(!jacent cabinets when opening or closing the door.
• Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of the cotmtei_
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 fl'ame.
Tub Frame
FigureT
Install
EachSide
Brackets
• Position dishwasher so that the door lines up with the
fl'ont thce of a(!jacent cabinet.
IMPORTANT: Check to be sm'e the dishwasher is
centered in the opening and there is no interterence
with a(!jacent cabinets when opening or closing the door.
StoneCountertop
/
/
FigureU
• Fasten the brackets to cabinet sides using the 2
Phillips head cotmtertop 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.
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Installation Instructions
[STEP 13 1CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
Com_ect water supply line to 90 ° elbow.
• Slide compression inK, then terrule over end of
water line.
• Insert water line into 90 ° elbow.
• Slide ferrule against elbow and secure with compres-
sion mm
IMPORTANT: Check to be sm'e that door spring
does not rub or contact the fill hose or _ater supply
line. Test by opening and closing the door. Re-route the
lines if necessary. Figure V
/go° Elbow
DoorSpring
Compression Nut
ISTEP 141 CONNECT DRAIN LINE
FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8", 3/4" or 1"
diameter com_ections on the air gap, waste tee or
disposer. Cut on the marked line as required ti)r your
installation. Cutting Lines
iMPORTANT:Do not cut corrugated FigureW
portion of hose
• ]fa hmger drain hose is required, add up to 42" of
length fi)r a total of 10 fl, length to the thctorv installed
hose, Use 5/8" or 7/8" inside diameter hose and a
coupler to com_ect the two hose ends. Secure the
com_ection with hose damps,
/
Hose Clamp
Coupler Hose Clamp
FigureX
• Secm'e 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.
DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION
• Com_ect drain line to air gap, _aste tee or disposer
using either prexiously determined method.
Method 1 -Air gap with waste tee or disposer
Waste Tee Installation Disposer Installation
Figuref
Method 2 - Built-in "High drain loop" with waste tee or
disposer
Waste Tee Installation Disposer Installation
FigureZ
IMPORTANT: When com_ecting
drain line to disposeI; check to be
stlre that drain plug has been
removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT
DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEKF IN PLACE.
4--- Remove
Hopper
Plug
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP151CONNECT 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 t(> Step 16.)
• Removejui1ctioi_ 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 thejm_ction box. Use wire
nuts to com_ect inc()ming gro/md to green, white to
white and black to black.
• Replace junction box cover. Check to be sure that
wires are not pinched m_der the cover.
A C
Remove Insert Power
Junction Box Cord Wires Thr
Cover Strain Relief
__ andTighten White
Groundd __ Black
B Check That White, Black and -4_',-'_" J
Green Dishwasher Wires Are Threaded
Thru Small Hole in Bracket [}
UseULListed
Figure AA Wire Nuts
[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 sm'e power is OFK
[] Open door and remove all fi)am and paper
packaging.
[] Locate the Owner's Mamlal in the literature
package.
[] Read tile Owner's Manual fin" operating
in structions.
[] Check door opening and closing. If door does not
open and close fl'eelv or tends to thll, check spring
cable routing. See Step 1.
[] Check to be sm'e that wiring is secm'e trader tile
dishwasher, not pinched or in contact with door
springs or other components. See Step 10.
[] Check door aligmi_ent with tub. If door hits tub,
level dishwasher. See Step 11.
[] Pull lower rack out, about halfway. Check to be
sm'e it does not roll back or flwward on the door. If
the rack moves, at!just leveling legs. See Step 11.
[] Check door alignment with cabinet. If door hits
cabinet, reposition dishwasher. See Step 12.
[] (;heck that door spring does not contact water line,
fill hose, wiring or other compoi_ents. See Step 13.
[] Verif}' water supply and drain lines are not kinked
or" in contact with other components. Contact with
motor or dishwasher fl'ame could cause noise.
[] Turn on tile sink hot water t.mcet and verif}' water
temperatm'e. Incoming water temperature must be
between ] 20°F and 150°F. ] 20°F rain. temperature
is required fin" best wash perflwmance. See "Pre-
pare Hot Water Line," page 4.
[] Add 2 quarts of water to the bottom of the
dishwasher to lubricate the pmnp seal.
[] Turn on water supply. Check for leaks. Tighten
cmmections if needed.
[] Remove protective film if present from tile control
panel and door.
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP 171 DISHWASHER WET TEST
[] Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into
outlet, if equipped).
[] Latch door.
[] Push "Rinse Onlv" 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.
[] Gheck fin" leaks under the dishwasher. If leak is
J'otnld, ttlrI1 power supply oil then tighten coni1ec-
tions. Restore power atter leak is corrected.
[] Check fi)r leaks around the door. A leak around the
door could be caused by door rubbing or hitting
against ac{jacent cabinetr> Reposition the dish-
washer if necessary. See Step 19.
[] The dishwasher will drain and turn ott abotlt 5
minutes at*er it was started. Check drain lines. If
leaks are toun(-1, turn power ott at the breaker,
correct as necessary. Restore power atiei" corrections
are made. See Step 14.
[] Open dishwasher door and make stlre iIlost 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
tot leaks and correct if required.
[STEP 18] REPLACE TOEKICK
• Place toekick against the legs ol the dish_asher.
FigureBB
• 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
_1oor,
TIP: Make sure toekick is against floor to minimize
noise.
lSTEP 191LITERATURE
• Be sure to leaxe complete literature package and
installation instructions with the consumer.
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