GE GSM2200N10BB User manual

Appliances
Installation Instructions
Spacemaker ®Dishwasher
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and
carefullu.
IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions for the consumer 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
Appliance Warranty. See warranty information.
• Completion Time - I to 3 Hours. New installations
require more time than replacement installations.
• Sink Requirement - This Spacemaker _ dishwasher
is designed to be installed under a special shallow
sink. Three types of sinks are available: GPF95, a
single bowl sink with the drain hole on the right
side of the sink; GPF96, a single bowl sink with the
drain hole on the left side of the sink; and GPF97, a
double bowl sink. Purchase these sinks from your
authorized GE appliance dealer.
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 allCAUTIONS and WARNINGS
shown throughout these instructions.While
performing installationsdescribedinthisbooklet,
glovesand safetgglassesshould be worn.
READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

PARTS SUPPLIED IN INSTALLATION
PACKAGE:
[] Two 8-18 x 5/8" Phillips head wood screws
[] Junction box cover and #10 hex head
screw
[] Drain hose (78" long) and hose clamp
[] Literature, product samples, and/or
coupons
Screw Kit
Phillips Head }_ Hex Head
_'_ Wood Screws _ Junction Box Screw
5/8" long 112" long
78" Drain Hose Hose Clamp
Junction Box Cover
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED:
[] WX09X70910 power cord if applicable to
gour installation
[] UL Listed wire nuts (3)
[] Thread seal tape
[] 90° elbow, ferrule and compression nut
- (3/8" NPT external thread on one end
and opposite end sized to fit water supplg)
[] GPF65 Side-mount bracket kit for use with
granite countertops
FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS:
[] Electrical cable
[] Water line-3/8" minimum copper tubing
[] Strain relief for electrical connection
[] Hand shut-off valve (recommended)
[] Air gap for drain hose, if required
[] Waste tee for house plumbing, if
applicable
[] Screw tgpe hose clamps
[] GPF95, GPF96 or GPF97 stainless steel
sink
Electrical Cable or
WRO9X70910 Power Cord
90° Elbow, Ferrule and
Compression Nut
Strain Relief Shut-OffValve
GPF95
Stainless SteelSink
3 Wire Nuts
GPF65 Side-Mount
Bracket Kit
Air Gap Waste Tee
GPF96
Stainless Steel Sink
Thread
Seal Tape
Hot Water Line-3/8"
Minimum Copper
Tubing
Screw Tgpe
Hose Clamps
Jr\'/ _,
GPF97
Stainless Steel Sink
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:
[] Safetg glasses
[] 1/4" and 5/16" nutdrivers
[] Flashlight
[] Gloves
[] Adjustable wrench (6")
[] Phillips head screwdriver
[] 15/16" socket wrench
[] Measuring tape
[] Level
[] Carpenters square
[] Bucket to catch water when flushing
water line
[] Tubing cutter
FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS:
[] Hole saw set
[] Drill and appropriate bits
2
Safetg Glasses
Gloves
114" and 5116" Nutdrivers
Adjustable
Wrench Phillips Head Screwdriver
Measuring Tape
Bucket
Level
Tubing Cutter Hole Saw Set
Flashlight
_16"
Socket Wrench
Carpenters
Square H
Drill
and Bits

Installation Preparation-Enclosure
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE AND
SINK LOCATION
• Water line to sink faucet and drain from sink can
be run through Area "A."
• Hot water line to dishwasher is installed in Area "B."
• Garbage disposer, water lines to faucet, waste
trap, air gap and water shut-off valve are installed
in a 12" wide cabinet, Area "C".
Countertop: 1-1/2" PUn. Thick
t
10-1/4"
lax.
Toekick
Area
/
I,, 2/4" .I._ 12,,_J\
Min. Floor
•Sink opening for garbage disposer must be
dimensioned as shown (7-1/2")in Area "C."This will
provide clearance for disposer and plumbing in
Area "C" when using either single or double bowl
sink. Refer to Figure A below and Figure F1 on
page 6. ,/Wall
_20-] Sink Bowl i" Max. To
_ii" Min.__,d
s!4" Min---I I-- Drain _ I - Sink Flange
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d/6" Max. 10-1/4 MAX.
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LI-I/4" 1 _ m DEI
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54-1/4" _ l_11-S!a" ivlax:_
_+1/4" 1-1/2 Plumbing
Close Elbow
Dishwasher
Side View
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24" Min.
Cabinet
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r
Figure A
PREPARE CABINET CUTOUT FOR SINK:
To reduce the risk of shock, fire, or injury to
persons, the installer must ensure that the
dishwasher is completely enclosed at the
time of installation.
• The cabinet opening must have a minimum width
and depth of 24" and height of 34-1/4" _+1/4".
• This dishwasher fits under a special sink with a
depth of 6" or less in a 1-1/2" countertop.
Sink
Installation
Cutout
8" X 20"
Adjacent Cabinet
Rear Cutout
Figure B
Cabinet
Adjacent to D/W
24" rain
• The dishwasher must be fullg enclosed on the top,
sides and back.
• The dishwasher must not support any part of the
enclosure. Wall
/
_20-i, Sink Bowl
Front
Flange
L
Dishwasher
2a"Nin.
Cabinet
Note: A gap between the dishwasher tub front flange and
the front of the base cabinet may result due to either
the cabinet being less than 24" deep or the sink bowl
not being installed to specifications.
If the gap is more than B/4", the sink bowl must be
relocated to meet specified dimensions.

Installation Preparation-Drain
PREPARE DRAIN PLUMBING
Drain Requirements
• Followlocalcodes and ordinances.
• Drainhose must notexceed 10 feetinlength,
• A highdrainloopor airgap isrequired.See below.
Drain Method
The type of drain installation depends on the
following:
• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
• Is waste tee less than 18" above the floor?
If the answer to either question is YES,on air gap
(Method 1) must be used. If both answers are NO,
either on air gap or a high drain loop (Method 2)
maLj be used.
CAUTION
An air gap MUST BE USED if the drain hose is connected to
waste tee or disposer lower than 28" above the floor level.
Failure to provide the proper drain connection height with
an air gap or 32" minimum, high drain loop will result in
improper draining of the dishwasher, which mag cause
damage.
METHOD 1-Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
Waste Tee Installation
Figure C
Disposer Installation
METHOD 2-High Drain Loop with Waste Tee
or Disposer
Provide a method to attach the drain hose to the
underside of countertop. Attachment will be made in
alater step.
32"
Waste Tee Installation
n.
Disposer Installation
Install waste tee or disposer and the air gap
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Cabinet Preparation
Drill a 1-1/2" diameter hole in the cabinet wall within
the shaded area shown in Figure Efor the drain
hose. Make sure there are no sharp edges. The drain
hose will be passed through this hole and connected
to the drain in a later step.
IMPORTANT- When
connecting the drain line to a
disposer, check to be sure that
drain plug has been removed.
Dishwasher will not drain if
plug is left in place.
4 Remove
Drain
Plug

Installation Preparation-Electrical Supply
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
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, 60 Hz.,
and connected to an individual properlu 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-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.
The improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service representative if you are in doubt
that the appliance is properly grounded.
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.
Alternate
Receptacle
Location
fro m
Cabinet
Receptacle
LocQtion
Area
Figure E Black White
Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing
• The wiring may enter the opening from either side,
rear, or floor within the shaded area illustrated
above in Figure E.
• Cut a 1-1/2" maximum diameter hole to insert the
electrical cable. Permanent wiring connections
may pass through the same hole as the drain
hose and hot water line, if convenient. Hole edges
must be smooth and rounded. If the cabinet wall is
metal, the hole edge must be covered with a cord
protector.
NOTE: Power cords with plug must pass through a
separate hole.
Cord Hole Diameter
Protector 1-1/2" Maximum
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.The cable must extend
a minimum of 24" from the rear wall.
• For power cord connections, install a 3-prong
grounding type receptacle in the adjacent cabinet
rear wall, between 6" and 18" from the opening, 6"
to 18" above the floor as shown in Figure E.

Installation Preparation-Hot Water Supplg
PREPARE HOT WATER SUPPLY
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" diameter hole to accommodate the water
line. If a power cord with plug is used, the water line
must not pass through the power cord hole.
Figure F
Water Line Connection
• Turn off the water supply.
• Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible
location. (Optional, but strongly recommended and
may be required by local codes.)
• The water connection is on the left side of the
dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using
3/8" or larger copper tubing. Route the line as
shown in Figure Fand extend forward at least 19"
from rear wall.
• Adjust the water heater to deliver water between
120°F and 150°F.
• Flush water line to clean out debris. Use a bucket
to catch water and debris.
• The hot water supply line pressure must be
between 20 and 120 PSI.
CAUTION
The hot water supplg line pressure must be at least 20 PSI.
Lower pressures could cause the water valve to leak and
cause water damage.
Sink Utilitg Connections
Sink faucet hot and cold water lines and the sink
drain line must run above and adjacent to the
dishwasher, not behind it. Refer to Areas A and C
in Figure A on page 3 and Figure F1 below. This is
necessary to provide clearance for the dishwasher
when it is installed in the cabinet. Utility lines routed
directly behind the dishwasher will interfere with
placement of the dishwasher in the cabinet and
cause it to extend beyond the adjacent cabinets.
Figure F1 illustrates an installation using a double
bowl sink, a disposer and a high drain loop.
Note: All utility lines are above, below or adjacent to
the dishwasher. None are routed behind it.
6" Double-bowl
1'
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/ / _\/I ///\ E _1 I
_/.,,,,!,_/\ '_-\'q\/¢ _
Hot water /it" LL/_ _1 _
Valve to shut off /_ _
water to dishwasher /
Hot water supply
to dishwasher Dishwasher
drain hose
Figure F1
Countertop
25" deep
1-1/2" thick
1-1/2" Close
elbow
\ Dishwasher
water inlet
valve

Dishwasher Installation
CAUTION
Do not remove the wood base until you are ready
to install the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over
when the door is opened if the base is removed.
STEP 1: PREPARATION
Locate the items in the installation package and set
them aside for use in the listed steps.
• Screw kit-Steps 5 or 16 and 13
• Junction box cover-Steps 5 or 16
• Drain hose and drain hose clamp-Step 7
• Owners' Manual-Steps 18 and 21
• Product Samples and/or coupons-Step 21
STEP 2: CHECK DOOR BALANCE
• With the dishwasher on the wood base, check the
door balance by opening and closing the door.
• The door is properly balanced if it gently drops
from a 1/2 open position and does not rise from
the full open position.
• If necessary, increase or decrease tension as
shown. Latch the door and adjust springs to
correct balance.
Link fully seated
in hinge arm
Insert Hook Throuc
Holefrom Inside of Frame
Figure G
Tip: Avoid service calls for door balance problems
Make sure the spring end isfully engaged in a
frame hole and the spring link is fully seated in the
hinge arm.
STEP 3: REMOVE WOOD BASE
IMPORTANT - Donotkick 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 from the underside of _[/
w
the wood base
with a 15/16"
socket wrench.
Remove and
discard wood
base.
Figure H
• Screw leveling legs back into the dishwasher
frame, approximately 3/4" from the frame, as
shown.
STEP 4: REMOVE ACCESS PANEL
AND TOEKICK
The top mounting holes in the access panel are
slotted.
• Remove the lower two 10-16x3/8" sheet metal
screws. Do not remove the two top 8-32xl/4"
machine thread screws.
• Slide the access panel to the left as far as it will go.
• Gently pull the access panel forward to remove
it from the top screws.
Set access panel, toekick, and screws aside for use
in Step 20. Donotremove 1/4"_
Tip: Prevent machine thread screws
tub damage in this step _ o_ _4__j7 /k.._/J//
Remove only _jj "__
the 3/8" sheet
metal screws _ @_J_._
in this step. _
This will help
prevent a mix sin,, Sheet Metal
up with the _ Thread Screws
1/4" machine
thread screws
in Step 20. Figure

Dishwasher Installation
STEP S: INSTALL POWER CORD
Skip this step if the dishwasher will be
permanently connected to the house electrical
system or has a factory installed power cord.
In this step you will need the junction box cover and
the #10 x 1/2" hex head screw from the screw kit set
aside in Step 1.
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. Power Cord Kit WX09X70910
available for purchase from an authorized GE
Appliance Dealer, meets these requirements.
STEP 6: INSTALL 90 ° ELBOW
• Wrap a 90° elbow with thread seal tape.
• Thead the 90° elbow into the water valve.
• Do not over tighten the elbow; water valve bracket
could bend or the valve fitting could break.
• Position the end of the elbow to face the rear of
the dishwasher.
90° Elbow
Tape
Bracket
RedElectrical
Connection
Figure K
Figure J
Junction
Box Bracket Black
\
• Install strain relief in the junction box bracket.
• Insert the power cord through the strain relief and
tighten.
• Make sure black, white, and green dishwasher
wires are threaded through the small hole in the
junction box bracket.
• Connect power cord white (or ribbed) to
dishwasher white, black (or smooth) to dishwasher
black and ground to dishwasher green wire. Use
UL listed wire nuts of appropriate size.
• Install junction box cover using the #10 hex head
screw. Be sure wires are not pinched under the
cover
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STEP 7: INSTALL DRAIN HOSE TO
DISHWASHER DRAIN PORT
Skip this step if drain hose has been pre-installed.
In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp
set aside in Step 1.
IMPORTANT- Prevent drain hose damage
and possible leaks. Be careful not to nick or cut
the drain hose.
Figure L
• Route the small end of the drain hose from the left
side of the dishwasher through the strain relief
attached to the dishwasher frame and toward
the center of the dishwasher as shown in Figures
Land H.
• Place the hose clamp over the small end of the
drain hose.
• Push the small end of the drain hose over the drain
port on the collection chamber making sure it is
fully seated against the hose stop.
• Tighten the hose clamp to at least 15 inch-pounds
of torque.
Note: The drain hose supplied with the dishwasher
--_ /,Strain
///Relief

Dishwasher Installation
is approximately 78" long. If a longer hose is needed,
a 10 foot long hose may be purchased from an
authorized GFappliance dealer. The 10 foot long
hose is part number GPF10S.
Hose Stop Do not use
this port if
presen_
Hose Clamp
STEP 9: INSERT DRAIN HOSE AND POWER
CORD, IF USED, THROUGH CABINET
• Upright the dishwasher and position it in front of
the cabinet opening.
• Insert the drain hose into the hole previously drilled
in the cabinet wall.
• If a power cord is used, guide the end of the cord
through a separate hole cut for the power cord.
The power cord should be routed directly to the rear
of the junction box avoiding contact with the door
spring and other dishwasher components.
Figure M
Drain Hose Collection Chamber
Drain Port
Tip: Avoid unnecessarg service charges for drain
issues
Make sure the drain hose connection is leak free
and the hose is routed through the strain relief so
it will not kink when the dishwasher is installed into
the cabinet.
STEP 8: POSITION WATER LINE AND
POWER SUPPLY
• Position the water supply line and house wiring on
the floor of the opening to avoid interference with
the base of dishwasher and components under
the dishwasher. 1
_Water
Line Supply
Figure N
Tip: Avoid unnecessarg service charges for no fill,
drain, or noise concerns
Position utility lines so they do not interfere with
anything under or behind the dishwasher.
STEP 10: INSTALL OPTIONAL GPF65 SIDE
MOUNT BRACKETS
Skip this step if the underside of countertop is
wood or wood like material.
• Purchase and install the GPF65 side mount bracket
kit if the underside of counter is granite or a
similar material that will not accept wood screws.
The GPF65 kit is available from authorized GE
appliance dealers.
• Refer to Figure P and follow the instructions
included in Side-
the kit. Brackets X
Mounting_
Tub Frame
Bracket
Attachment
_ Optional Screws
Side-Mount (2 Each
Bracket Kit Figure P Side)

Dishwasher Installation
STEP 11: SLIDE DISHWASHER INTO CABINET
IMPORTANT - Do not push against the front
panel with knees. Damage will occur.
• Grasp the sides of the front panel and slide the
dishwasher into the opening a few inches at
a time. Pull the drain hose and power cord, if
equipped, through the holes in the adjacent
cabinet while sliding the dishwasher into position.
Figure Q
Do not push against
front door panel with
knee. Damage to the
door panel will occur.
STEP 12: POSITION AND LEVEL
DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT- Dishwasher must be level for
proper dish reck operation, wash performance,
and door operation. The dishwasher must be
leveled left to right and front to beck. This assures
that the dish recks will not roll in or out on their
own, circulation water will flow to the pump inlet,
and the door will close without hitting the side of
the tub.
• Remove the lower dish rack and place a level on
the door and lower rack track as shown in Figure R.
Check Level
Front-to-Back
• Check the tub insulation blanket, if equipped, to
be sure it is smoothlg wrapped around the tub.
It should not be "bunched up" and it must not
interfere with the door springs. If the insulation
is "bunched up" or interfering with the springs,
straighten and re-center the blanket prior to sliding
the dishwasher into its final position.
• Hake sure the drain hose is not kinked under or
behind the dishwasher.
• Hake certain the house wiring, drain line, and
water line do not interfere with components under
the dishwasher.
• The dishwasher tub flange should be
approximatelg 3/4" behind the face of the adjacent
cabinet. Refer to Figure R.
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges for panel
damage.
Do not press on the center of panel with hands or
knees when sliding dishwasher into position.
Level
Figure R Side-to-Side
• AdJust the level of the dishwasher by individuallg
turning the four legs on the bottom of the
dishwasher as illustrated in Figure S.
L J
to_ Figures
• The dishwasher is properly leveled when the level
indicator is centered left to right and front to back.
The dishwasher door should close without hitting
the sides of the tub.
• Replace the lower rack.
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges for poor
wash performance and rack operation.
Pull the dish racks halfway out. They should remain
stationary. Open and close the door. The door should
fit in the tub opening without hitting the side of the
tub. If the racks roll on their own, or the door hits the
side of the tub, re-level the dishwasher.

Dishwasher Installation
STEP 13: FASTEN DISHWASHER TO
UNDERSIDE OF COUNTERTOP OR SIDES
OF CABINET
In this step you will need the two 5/8" Phillips head
wood screws set aside in Step 1.
IMPORTANT - Dishwasher must be centered
in cabinet opening. Interference with cabinets or
countertop will cause leaks and damage to the
door panel and/or control panel.
• If countertop is wood or woodlike material, fasten
the dishwasher to the countertop by driving the
Phillips head screws through the countertop
brackets and into the countertop.
• If the countertop is granite or similar material,
drive Phillips screws through side mount brackets
and into the adjacent cabinets.
• Make sure screws are driven straight and flush
to prevent interference with door operation and
damage to the control panel. See Figure T.
Countertop
Bracket
Side Mount
Brackets {optional}
Figure T
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges for leaks
or control panel damage.
Make sure the dishwasher is centered in the cabinet
and the door opens and closes freely without hitting
the adjacent cabinets. Drive mounting screws
straight and flush.
STEP 14: CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
Connect the water supply line to the 90° elbow
installed in Step 6.
• Slide the compression nut and then the ferrule over
end of the water line.
• Insert the water line into the 90° elbow.
• Slide the ferrule against the elbow and secure
with the compression nut.
HotWater
SupplULine
Figure U
IMPORTANT - Check to be sure the door
spring does not rub or contact the fill hose or
water supplg line. Test bg opening and closing the
door. Re-route the water supplg lines or slightlg
bend the water valve bracket ifa rubbing noise or
interference occurs.
Tip: Avoid unnecessarg service charges for noise
or leaks
Make sure the door spring does not rub against the
fill hose or water supplu line.
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Dishwasher Installation
STEP 15: CONNECT DRAIN LINE
The molded end of the drain hose will fit 5/8"
through 1" diameter inlet ports on the air gap, waste
tee or disposer.
• Determine the size of the inlet port
• Cut the drain hose connector on the marked line, if
required, to fit the inlet port.
Figure V
Cutting Line
/.
IMPORTANT: Do not cut corrugated
portion of hose
• If a longer drain hose is required, and gou did not
purchase the GPF10S drain hose, add up to 42"
length, for a total of 120" (10 feet) to the factorg
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. Coupler
Hose Clamp
HoseClamp
Figure W
IMPORTANT - Total drain hose length must
not exceed 10 feet for proper drain operation.
• Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee, or disposer
using the previouslg determined method. Secure
the hose with a screw tgpe clamp.
Method I - Air gap with waste tee or disposer
__ r_ __ r¢
Waste Tee Installation Disposer Installation
Figure ×
Method 2 - "High drain loop" with waste tee or
disposer
Fasten the drain hose to the underside of the
countertop with a hanger.
32"
Waste Tee Installation
Figure ¥
Disposer Installation
IMPORTANT - When connecting the drain
line to a disposer, check to be sure that the drain
plug has been removed. Dishwasher will not drain
if plug is left in place.
_4 Remove
Drain
Plug
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges
for a no drain complaint
Make sure ang excess drain hose has been pulled
through the cabinet opening. This will prevent
excess hose in the dishwasher cavitg from
becoming kinked or crushed bg the dishwasher.
Make sure the disposer plug has been removed if
the drain hose is connected to a disposer.

Dishwasher Installation
STEP 16: CONNECT POWER SUPPLY
Ifa power cord with plug is alreadg installed,
proceed to Step 17.
If house wiring is not 2-wire with a ground
wire, a ground must be provided bg the
installer.
When house wiring is aluminum, be sure to
use U.L listed anti-oxidant compound and
aluminum-to-copper connectors.
• Secure house wiring to the back of the junction
box bracket 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
bracket. Use UL listed wire nuts of appropriate size
to connect incoming ground to green, white to
white and black to black.
Note: Check thot horness leods are
threoded through smoll hole in brocket
White
Junction Ground
Box Bracket
Figure Z
STEP 17: INSTALL JUNCTION BOX COVER
If junction box cover is alreadg installed, skip to
Step 18.
In this step gou will need the junction box cover and
the #10 hex head screw from the screw kit set aside
in Step 1.
• Install the junction box cover using the #10 hex
head screw. Check to be sure that wires are not
pinched under the cover.
STEP 18: PRE-TEST CHECK LIST
[] Verifg that power is turned off at the source.
[] Open the dishwasher door and remove all foam
and cardboard packaging.
[] Read the Owner's Manual to familiarize gourself
with the operation of the dishwasher.
[] Check to be sure that the wiring is secure
under the dishwasher, and not pinched or in
contact with door springs or other dishwasher
components.
[] Check that the door spring does not contact the
water line, fill hose, or adjacent cabinets. See
Steps 13 and 14
[] Pull lower rack about halfwag out. Check to be
sure it does not roll back into dishwasher or
further out. If it does, re-level the dishwasher.
See Step 12
[] Check to be sure control panel does not touch
adjacent cabinets. If it does, reposition the
dishwasher. See Step 13
[] Turn on the hot water faucet at the sink to verifg
that the water temperature is at least 120°F
and not more than 150°F. Adjust water heater
if necessarg.
[] Add two quarts of water to the bottom of the
dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal.
[] Turn on water supplg.
[] Check for water leaks. Tighten connections if
necessarg. See Step 14
[] Remove the protective film if present from the
control panel, access panel and door panel.
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STEP 19: DISHWASHER WET TEST
CHECK LIST
[] Turn on power supplg or if power cord is used,
plug it into the wall outlet.
[] Latch dishwasher door.
[] Press the "Normal" pad, and then turn control dial
just enough to start dishwasher. Be careful not to
turn the dial past the first water fill. Dial should
point to "Hot Start Option".
Options
- Check the electrical connection to the water
valve. The red electrical connector should be
plugged into the dishwasher water valve. If it is
not plugged in, turn off electrical power to the
dishwasher. Plug the red connector into the dish-
washer water valve and then restore power.
Li Red Connector
Appearance varies by model.
[] Check to be sure that water enters the dish-
washer. This could take up to 4 minutes.
If water does not enter the dishwasher try the
following to correct the problem:
- Check to be sure that the water is turned on
- Lightly tap the flood float cover to
dislodge a stuck flood float.
Cover
[] Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If a leak is
found, turn off power, tighten connections and
restore power.
[] Check for leaks around the door. A leak around
the door could be caused bu the dishwasher door
rubbing or hitting adjacent cabinets. Reposition
the dishwasher if necessary. See Steps 11,12
and 13.
[] Most dishwasher models will drain about 3 min-
utes after the first fill. Check the drain line for
leaks when dishwasher drains. If leaks are found,
turn off power, correct as necessary and then
restore power.
[] Open the dishwasher door and make sure most
of the water has drained. If the water does not
drain, check to be sure disposer plug has been
removed and/or air gap is free of debris.
[] Let the dishwasher run through another fill and
drain cucle. Check again to be sure there are no
leaks.
[] At the end of the second drain, unlatch the door
and rotate the dial to the "OFF" position.
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STEP 20: REPLACE ACCESS PANEL AND
TOEKICK
In this step gou will need the panels and the two
screws set aside in Step 4.
There are two tgpes of screws used. The 8-32 x 1/4"
screws are used at the top of the access panel and
should still be in place. The 10-16 x ]/8" screws are
used at the bottom of the access panel and secure
both the access panel and toekick.
STEP 21: LITERATURE
[] Leave the Owners' Hanual, Installation
Instructions, samples, and/or coupons with
consumer.
IMPORTANT -Screws are not
interchangeable. To prevent damage to gour
dishwasher, use the proper screw in the proper
location. Do not mix screw tgpes or lengths.
• Place the toekick against the legs of the
dishwasher.
• Remove the two 8-]2 x 1/4" machine thread
screws.
• Align the access panel to the dishwasher.
• Select the two 8-32 x 1/4" machine thread screws
just removed and insert them through the top
holes in the access panel and into the dishwasher
frame.
• Tighten these screws.
• Align the toekick and make sure the bottom edge
is against the floor.
• Insert and tighten the two 10-16 x 3/8" sheet metal
thread screws, making sure the bottom edge of
the toekick stags in contact with the floor.
Remove, then Reinstall and Tighten
8-52 x 1/4"
Machine Thread Screws
Access Panel
Install and Tighten
10-16 x 3/8"
Sheet Hetal Thread Screws
Figure AA
Tip: Prevent tub damage and reduce sound from
under the dishwasher
Use the machine thread screws in the top holes and
the sheet metal thread screws in the bottom holes.
Hake sure the toekick is against the floor.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
GEConsumer & Industrial
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
ge.com
Pub.No.31-30219
Dwg.No.206CI559PI59
ND 06M-2101(i/07)