GE ZBD4800XBB User manual

GE Monogram®
Installation
Instructions
Built-In Dishwashers
Models
ZBD4600XWW
ZBD4600XBB
ZBD4700XWW
ZBD4700XBB
ZBD4800XWW
ZBD4800XBB

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Before you begin—Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.
IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.
NOTE TO INSTALLER: Be sure to leave these instructions with the Con-
sumer.
NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep these instructions with your Use and Care
Book for future reference.
This appliance must be properly grounded. See “Electrical Supply”, page 6.
If the dishwasher is a new installation most of work must be done before the
dishwasher is moved into place. If the dishwasher is replacing another
dishwasher the connections for the dishwasher being replaced must be
checked for compatibility with this dishwasher and replaced as necessary.
If you have a question concerning the installa-
tion of this product, call the GE Answer
Center®Consumer Information Service at
800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you received a damaged
dishwasher, you should
immediately contact your
dealer or builder.
CAUTION
WARNING
Contents Design Information
Installation Notes .......................................................... 3
Standard Installation in 24" or 25" Deep Cabinets.... 3
Double Dishwashers...................................................... 4
Divider Panel Installation............................................. 4
Double Dishwashers Water Supply .............................. 4
Double Dishwashers Drain Hose, Air Gaps ................ 4
Preparation
Choosing the location .................................................. 5
Dimensions & Specifications ....................................... 5
Electrical Supply ........................................................... 6
Hot Water Supply.......................................................... 7
Prepare Drain Plumbing .............................................. 8
Step 1: Check Installation Hardware .......................... 9
Tools Required............................................... 10
Materials Required ........................................ 10
Step 2: Remove Packaging ......................................... 10
Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X ONLY
Step 3: Prepare 1/4" Custom Panels......................... 11
Install Custom Access Panel .......................... 11
Insert Custom Door Panel............................. 11
Consumer must supply custom panels.
Before you begin: Make sure that custom
panels are available. Custom panels must be
installed onto the dishwasher before final
installation. If they are not, the dishwasher
will have to be removed from under the
counter to install these panels.
Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X have a
finished front door and access panel. 1/4"
thick custom panels may be installed onto
these models.
Models ZBD4800X does not have a finished
door or access panel. A custom 3/4" thick
door and access panel must be supplied by
the consumer.
Installation instructions for both 1/4" and
3/4" thick custom panels are included in
this booklet.
Models ZBD4800X ONLY
Step 3A: 3/4" Door and Access Panels...................... 12
Remove Access Panel Assembly.................. 12
Install Custom Access Panel to Assembly .. 13
Remove Plastic Chassis Cover..................... 13
Secure Custom Panel to Dishwasher ... 14, 15
Installation – All Models
Step 4: Adjust The Door Balance ............................ 16
Step 5: Install Leveling Legs .................................... 16
Step 6: Install Water Inlet Fittings ........................... 17
Step 7: Protect the Countertop ............................... 17
Step 8: Connect Electrical (For Power Cord
Installation Only)......................................... 17
Step 9: Level the Dishwasher ................................... 18
Step 10: Install Side Filler Strips................................ 18
Step 11: Connect Drain Hose .................................... 18
Step 12: Slide Dishwasher Into Opening .................. 18
Step 13: Connect Water Line..................................... 19
Step 14: Install Drain Line ......................................... 19
Step 15: Connect Electrical (For direct Connection
to House Wiring) ......................................... 20
Step 16: Secure Dishwasher to Countertop.............. 20
Step 17: Reinstall Chassis Cover ................................ 20
Step 18: Install Toekick and Access Panel ................ 21
Install Optional Custom Toekick................ 21
Finalize Installation ..................................... 21
Questions & Answers .................................................. 23

Design Information
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
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Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X
dishwashers are supplied as either a black or
white model. Door and access panels may be
replaced with custom decorative panels of
wood or other materials to match surround-
ing cabinetry.
•Standard door and access panel trim will
accommodate custom panels up to 1/4"
thick.
Installation
Notes
Model ZBD4800X dishwashers are supplied as
either a black or white model. These models
do not have a finished door or access panel. A
custom 3/4" thick door and access panel must
be custom made to suit the installation.
•All dishwasher models may be installed
beneath any type of countertop.
•A matching toekick is supplied with all
models and may be customized to match
surrounding cabinetry.
•Side trim is not required. All models come
equipped with vinyl strips to fill a 24" wide
opening.
Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X as supplied:
•The dishwasher door will be flush with the
front face of the cabinetry.
•The dishwasher control panel will extend
1/4" beyond the front face of cabinetry.
The addition of a 1/4" thick custom door and
access panel will make the door and control
panel nearly flush.
Models ZBD4800X:
•With the 3/4" thick custom panel in place,
the exterior is trimless and fits flush with
adjacent cabinetry.
Standard
Installation
in 24" or 25"
deep cabinets
Cabinet
Depth
24" Cabinet Resting
Against Wall

Design Information
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Double
Dishwashers
47-3/8" Min.
23-5/8"
When installing double dishwashers side-by-side:
•Make cabinet opening 47-3/8" wide.
•Depth and height are same as for single unit.
Divider Panel
Installation •Must be supplied by installer at time of
installation. Locate divider panel in center of
47-3/8" opening provided for two dishwashers.
•Suggest attachment to floor, countertop and
rear wall.
2"
5"
24-1/4"
1/8" Thick
Masonite
34-1/4"-35"
Double
Dishwashers
Water Supply
When installing two dishwashers side-by-side,
run a branch water supply line as shown.
Shut-Off Valve Optional
47-3/8" Min.
23-5/8" Min.
6"
1-3/4"
Double
Dishwashers
Drain Hose,
Air Gaps
When installing two dishwashers side-by-side,
place drain hoses and air gaps as shown.
Shut-Off Valve Optional
Air Gap
47-3/8" Min.
23-5/8" Min.
6"
1-3/4"
Note: Each dishwasher
must have a separate
drain hose as shown.
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Installation Preparation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Choosing
the Location
•The dishwasher must be located within reach
of the drain hose. The maximum drain hose
length is 10 feet. Consideration for the
installation of a high drain loop or air gap
must be included when determining the
installation location. See “Prepare Drain
Plumbing”, page 8 and “Install Drain Plumb-
ing”, page 19.
•The rough opening should be 23-5/8" min.
to 24" max. wide, 24" deep and 34" to 35"
high.
•Adjacent cabinets should be square and
plumb to ensure a good fit.
•The floor inside the opening must be level
and even with the kitchen floor.
•The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on
the top, sides and back.
•Filler strips are provided to cover gaps on the
sides of dishwasher.
Select a location as
close to the sink as
possible for easy
access to water and
drain lines.
Dimensions
& Clearances If the dishwasher is installed in a corner, allow
2" min. clearance between dishwasher and
adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances.
24"
Min.
This Wall Area
must be Free of
Pipes or wires
Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Inside This Area
34" to 35"
Underside of
Countertop
to Floor
1-3/4"
23-5/8" Min.
24" Max.
6"
23-3/8" 22-5/8"
34" Min.
35" Max.
25-1/4"
From Inside
Front Frame
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Installation Preparation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Electrical
Supply
CAUTION
Warning, for
Personal Safety:
Remove house
fuse or open
circuit breaker
WARNING
before beginning installa-
tion.
Do not use an extension
cord or adapter plug with
this appliance. Follow
National electrical codes
or prevailing local codes
and ordinances.
White (Neutral)
18"
6"
1-3/4"
24"
from Wall
3"
from
Cabinet
Alternate
Receptacle
Location
Ground
Black (Live)
1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.)
18"
Receptacle
Location
Area
6" 6"
Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing
•Wiring may enter from either side of the
opening, from the rear, or from the floor
within the shaded area shown.
•Cut hole 1-1/2" max. dia. within the shaded
area to admit the electrical cable or power
cord. The hole must be free of sharp edges. If
the cabinet wall partition is metal, the edge
of the hole must be covered with a rubber
cord protector.
Electrical Connections to Dishwasher
•For cable direct connections the cable must
be routed as shown in the diagram. Cable
must extend a minimum of 24" from the rear
wall.
•For power cord connections, install a 3-prong
grounding type receptacle in the rear wall of
sink cabinet next to the dishwasher. The
receptacle should be installed at least
6", but not more than 18", from the cabinet
opening for dishwasher. Power cord must be
no longer than 6 feet from the junction box
to the plug.
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 provided does not
meet the above requirements, call a licensed
electrician before proceeding.
•A side-by-side dual installation requires two
separate circuits.
Grounding Instruction
This appliance must be connected to a
ground metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the
appliance.
CAUTION
Warning: The improper connec-
tion of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or service
WARNING
representative if you are in doubt whether
the appliance is properly grounded.

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Installation Preparation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Hot Water
Supply
•Turn off the water supply.
•Cut a hole approximately 1-1/2" dia. within
the shaded area to admit the water line.
Access holes must be round and smooth.
•Install a hand shut-off valve in the hot water
supply line in an accessible location, such as
under the sink. (The shut-off valve is op-
tional, but recommended and may be
required in some local codes.)
•Install the hot water inlet line, using no less
than 3/8" O.D. copper tubing or 1/2" O.D.
plastic tubing.
•The water line must be long enough to form
a smooth natural loop with no sharp bends
or kinks between the cutout entry and fill
valve location. For a left side entry, allow
approximately 30" length. For a right side
entry, allow approximately 40" length.
•Extend the water line forward to approxi-
mate fill valve location.
•Adjust the water heater to deliver 120°F min.
water temperature.
•The water pressure of the hot water supply
line must be 20 to 120 psi.
The hot water supply
line may enter from
either side, the rear
or from the floor
within the shaded
area.
6"
1-1/2" Dia.
Hole 1-3/4"
2" from Floor
Cabinet Face
Hot
Shut-off
Valve
Left
Side Entry
Approx. 30"
from Wall
Right Side Entry
Approx. 40" from Wall

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Installation Preparation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Prepare
Drain
Plumbing
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
•Follow local codes and ordinances.
•Dishwasher drain hose must not exceed 10
feet in length for proper drainage.
•Dishwasher must be connected to waste line
with an air gap (not supplied) or 32" mini-
mum 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 inches above floor
to prevent shopping.
DRAIN PREPARATION
The type of drain installation depends on
answers to the following questions:
lDo local codes or ordinances require an
air gap?
lWill waste tee or disposer connection be
less than 18" above floor?
lWill installation have a drain loop less than
32" above floor?
If the answer to ANY of the 3 questions above
is YES, Method 2 MUST be used. Otherwise
either Method 1 or Method 2 may be used.
CAUTION METHOD 1–High Drain Loop with Waste Tee or Disposer
Drain hose to be fastened
to underside of countertop
in a later step.
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Drain hose to be fastened
to underside of countertop
in a later step.
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
METHOD 2–Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
Install air gap, waste tee or disposer according to
manufacturer’s instructions. Provide a method to support
drain hose at least 32" above floor to prevent back flow
into dishwasher.
An air gap MUST BE
USED if the drain
hose is connected to
waste tee or disposer
lower than 18" above
the floor level.
Failure to provide the
proper drain connec-
tion height with air
gap or 32" minimum
height drain loop will
result in improper
draining of the dish-
washer which may
cause damage.

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Installation Preparation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Step
1
Check
Installation
Hardware
Remove the hardware accessory bag and other
parts from inside or taped to the outside of
the dishwasher. Check contents against
drawings to assure that all parts are present.
4 Lock Washers
4 Leveling Legs
Model ZBD4800X Only
2 Access Panel
Mounting Brackets
4 Flathead Phillips
Screws for Access
Panel Brackets Screws B
4 Nuts
All Models
Clear Plastic
Self-Adhesive
Countertop Shield
1/2" Water Inlet
Extension
Fitting, 3/8" NPT
both top and bottom
2 Screws to
Secure
Dishwasher
to Countertop
Side
Filler
Strips
2 Slides
16 Round Head
Phillips Screws
for Door Panel
Brackets
Template for
Custom Door
and
Access
Panel
Taped to
the Outside
of the Dishwasher
Screws C
2 Screws to
Secure Custom Panel
to Dishwasher Door
Screw A Screw B Screw C
Actual Size
2 Plastic Door Panel
Mounting Brackets
2 Metal Door
Panel Mounting
Brackets
Screws A
Color Matched
Toekick
(taped to the outside of dishwasher)
Corrugated
Drain Hose
Screw Type
Hose Clamp
Access Panel Template
Door Panel Template

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Installation Preparation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
If you have a question concerning the installa-
tion of this product, call the GE Answer
Center®Consumer Information Service at
800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you received a damaged
dishwasher, you should
immediately contact your
dealer or builder.
Installation of this dishwasher requires basic
electrical and mechanical skills. Proper
installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is
not covered under the GE Appliance War-
ranty. See the back cover of the Use & Care
Guide for warranty information.
The dishwasher MUST be installed in such a
manner to allow for future removal from the
enclosure if service is required.
Before starting make sure that the custom
panel is available. If not, the dishwasher will
have to be removed from under the counter
to install the panels.
•Tape measure
•Spirit level
•Flat blade
screwdriver
Tools
Required
(not supplied)
•Phillips
screwdriver
•Awl
•Carpenters square
•Wire cutter
•Adjustable wrench
•Wire stripper
•Electric drill
•1-1/2" drill bit
or hole saw
•Pliers
Materials
Required
(not supplied)
•Minimum 3/8" OD
copper tubing of
sufficient length for
your installation
•Shut-off valve
•Compression nut
•Compression sleeve
•90°compression
elbow (3/8" NPT
one end)
•Two 1-1/4" adjust-
able hose clamps (to
accommodate drain
line)
•120 Volt 60 Hz. 15
Amp or 20 Amp, 2
wire with ground
Properly grounded
branch circuit
•1/2" strain relief
bushing for electri-
cal supply cable.
•3 wire nuts
Cut the shipping carton and use it as a pad
under the dishwasher. This will protect the
finished flooring of the room.
•Remove the toekick taped to the top of the
dishwasher.
•Remove the template taped to the side (on
Model ZBD4800X only).
•Lay the dishwasher on its back close to the
opening.
•Place a 2x4 block or two corner posts from
packaging beneath the dishwasher. This
will prevent the dishwasher from falling
when the shipping bolts are removed.
•Remove 4 shipping bolts with an
adjustable wrench and discard.
2
Remove
Packaging
Step
Block

Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X will
accept 1/4" thick custom door and
access panels.
•Cut 1/4" thick door panel: 23-1/4"
wide, 22-11/16" high.
•Cut 1/4" thick access panel: 23-1/4"
wide, 1-1/2" high.
Cut edges of the panels will be con-
cealed by the trim.
Cut a notch in the top corners of the
door panel, 1/8" wide and 3/16" deep.
This will allow the panel to slide under
the escutcheon. The bottom corners of
the door panel trim and all 4 corners
of the access panel trim are rounded.
Therefore, for a good fit, a 5/16"
radius cut is required.
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3
Step
Prepare
1/4" Custom
Panels
1/4" Custom Panels
Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X
Skip this step if you are
not using custom panels.
For Model
ZBD4600X and
ZBD4700X ONLY
1/4" Thick
Door Panel 22-11/16"
1-1/2"
23-1/4"
1/4" Thick Access Panel
5/16"
Radius
Cut
Notch 1/8"
3/16"
Insert Custom
Door Panel
•Remove 2 Phillips head color matched
screws on each side of the door trim.
•Remove 2 screws on the bottom of the door
trim.
•Slide the door trim down and remove.
•Slide the 1/4" thick custom panel under the
escutcheon lip. Making sure the panel is
centered left to right.
•Re-install the door trim using the screws
previously removed.
Important: Do not overtighten screws. Hand-
tighten with a Phillips head screwdriver.
•Remove the two screws below the access
panel assembly and lift off.
•Remove the 4 Phillips head color matched
screws on the bottom side of the assembly
and 2 screws on the top.
•Lift off the trim piece.
•Place the custom panel on top of the assem-
bly and reinstall the trim with the same color
matched screws.
•Set the assembled access panel aside. Do not
reinstall this piece until final installation is
complete.
Install Custom
Access Panel
Remove
4 Screws
Remove 2 Screws
Custom Panel

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3/4" Custom Panels
Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers
Door and access panels should be constructed
in the same manner as surrounding cabinetry.
Cut edges will show and must be finished for
optimum appearance. Provide these dimen-
sions to the cabinet manufacturer to ensure
that the panels are constructed accurately.
This dishwasher has an adjustable spacer bar
below the control panel. The spacer bar allows
you to match the height of adjacent drawers.
When adjacent drawers are shorter height
than the control panel, align the bottom of
the control panel by pushing the spacer bar
upwards and tightening two screws. Maximum
spacer bar adjustment is 3/4".
3A
Step
3/4" Door
and
Access Panels
For Model
ZBD4800X
ONLY
Skip This Step
If You Are
Installing Other
Models
Models ZBD4800X do not have a finished door or
access panel. 3/4" thick custom panels are required.
3/4" Thick
Door Panel 22-1/2" Min.
23-1/4" Max.
See Example
1-5/8"
23-3/8"
3/4" Thick Access Panel
3/8"
Gap
28" Panel
Height
4-3/4" Min.
5-1/2" Max.
Remove
Access Panel
Assembly
Remove 2 Screws
•Remove the two screws below the access
panel assembly.
•Lift the assembly off and set aside.
Adjustment
Screws
4-3/4" 5-1/2"
Spacer Bar
Any adjustment to the spacer bar will affect
the height of the custom panel.
EXAMPLE: Minimum panel height is 22-1/2"
Add adjusted dimension 1/4"
TOTAL PANEL HEIGHT22-3/4"
OR
Measure the adjusted height of the control
panel. Subtract that dimension from 28". The
panel height will be 22-1/2" Min. to 23-1/4"
Max.

3A
Step
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3/4" Custom Panels
Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers
Locate the access panel template provided.
•Place the template on the back side of custom
access panel with top edges and sides aligned.
•Use an awl or punch to mark 4 screw hole
locations.
•Remove the template and drill four 3/32"
pilot holes 3/8" deep inthe marked locations.
•Place the mounting brackets on the access
panel, aligning screw holes.
•Secure the brackets to the panel with four
screws (A) provided.
•Drop the access panel with mounting
brackets into the slots on the assembly and
push down.
•Set the access panel assembly and custom
panel aside. Do not reinstall until final
installation is completed.
(continued)
Install
Custom
Access Panel
to Assembly
Screw A
Remove
Plastic
Chassis
Cover
Remove 2 Screws
Remove the two screws with spacers on each
side of the plastic chassis cover.
•Lift and rotate upwards until the chassis
cover snaps out of position. Remove and set
aside. Do not re-install until final installation
is completed.
Access Panel Template
Custom
Panel

3/4" Custom Panels
Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers
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•Lay the custom panel on a flat surface with
the appearance side down. Locate the
vertical center of the panel at the top. Use a
carpenters square to draw a center line from
top to bottom on the panel.
Use the template supplied to find the location
of the support brackets which hold the custom
panel to the front of the dishwasher door.
•Check to be sure the spacer bar below the
control panel is set to the desired location.
•Measure the total height of the control
panel. See illustration on page 12.
•Find and mark that location on the graded
rule on both top corners of the template.
3A
Step
(continued)
Secure
Custom
Panel to
Dishwasher
115
125
135
145
155
MM INCHES CONTROL PANEL HEIGHT
4-3/4
5
5-1/4
5-1/2
•Place the template on the panel with the
large “V” notch at the top and small “V”
notch at bottom. Align the template center
line to the center line drawn on the panel.
Align the top of the template with dimen-
sions previously marked on the graded rules.
The windows on both sides of the template
will help you align the template to the panel
accurately.
•Tape the template in place and use an awl to
mark screw hole locations indicated.
•Remove the template and drill pilot holes
3/32" deep in the marked locations.
•Secure all brackets to the custom panel using
Screws (B) provided.
Screw B

3/4" Custom Panels
Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers
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•Fit the panel to the door by inserting the top
and bottom mounting brackets into the
matching slots.
•The top plastic brackets will fit into keyhole
slots and the bottom metal brackets will fit
into the side slots.
3A
Step
(continued)
•Press the panel against the door and push
upwards until the side bracket screw hole
aligns with the inner door screw hole on
both sides.
•Install one screw (C) on both
sides to secure the panel to the
door.
Screw C

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Installation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
•Carefully upright the dishwasher.
Important: The weight of the door panel may
cause the door to fall heavily. The correct
spring tension will prevent the door from
falling too heavily or raising by itself from a
fully open position.
•Hold the door and open fully. If the door
falls too heavily, or if the door starts to close
by itself, the spring tension will need to be
adjusted.
If adjustment is required:
•To locate the spring adjustment slots,
carefully lay the dishwasher on its back.
•Remove the 3 screws holding the base plate
to the bottom of the dishwasher.
•Locate the spring tension slots on the sides.
•With a pair of pliers, pull the spring clip out
and down to the next slot for more tension,
or up to the next slot for less tension.
•Upright the dishwasher and test door
balance. Continue this procedure until the
door is balanced.
•Reinstall the base plate with screws.
4
Step
Adjust
The Door
Balance
Remove 3 Screws
Spring
Clip
Install
and
Adjust
4 Legs
Lock
Washer
Nut
Leveling
Leg
Locate the 4 leveling legs, 4 nuts and 4
locking washers.
•Install a nut followed by a lock washer onto
each leveling leg.
•Insert the leveling leg into the bottom of the
dishwasher. Screw the leg in until the total
dishwasher height nearly matches cutout
height.
•Screw the nut up against the bottom of the
dishwasher, do not tighten until final
installation is completed.
If the plastic chassis cover has not been
removed, do so at this time. See page 13,
“Remove plastic chassis cover.”
5
Step
Install
Leveling Legs

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Installation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
•Install the water inlet extension fitting and
90°elbow (not supplied) onto the dish-
washer. Use thread sealing tape or pipe
thread compound.
•The 90°elbow should face the left side of
the dishwasher.
•To protect the countertop from moisture,
apply the self-adhesive plastic strip provided
to the underside of the countertop.
Install
Water Inlet
Fittings
Step
6
Protect the
Countertop
7
Step
8
Connect
Electrical
(For Power Cord
Installation Only)
Step •Remove the screw holding the junction box
to the dishwasher frame. Remove the
junction box.
•Install a strain relief onto the junction box.
•Tighten the strain relief against the incom-
ing wires.
•Strip 1/2" insulation from end of wires.
•Connect incoming wires to dishwasher wires
using wire nuts of appropriate size. Connect
white to white, black to black and incoming
ground to green wire.
•Push all wires into the junction box and
place on dishwasher frame. Secure with
screw. Note: The power
cord and connection
must comply with the
National Electrical
Code, Section 422
and/or local codes
and ordinances.
IMPORTANT: Power cord must be no longer
than 6 feet from the junction box to the plug.
Do not plug in power cord at this time.
Note: 90°elbow
should face the left
side.
Screw

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Installation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Level The
Dishwasher
9
Step
•Carefully upright the dishwasher, so as not to
bend the leveling legs.
•Tilt the dishwasher slightly and slip leg slides
under the leveling legs.
•Check to be sure the dishwasher is level and
at the proper cutout height.
•Tighten the bolts on each leveling leg against
the bottom of the dishwasher.
Leg Slides
Level
Top
And
Sides
10
Install
Side Filler
Strips
Step
Side filler strips are packed with the product.
If the cabinet cutout is wider than the dish-
washer, install the filler strips on both sides of
the dishwasher to cover gaps.
•Open the door fully.
•Remove the two screws on the inside front
frame of the dishwasher.
•Remove the plastic covering the adhesive
strip on the back side of the filler strip.
•Carefully, align the screw holes on the filler
strip with screw holes on the dishwasher.
Press firmly into place.
•Secure filler strips with original screws.
11
Step
Connect
Drain Hose
Locate the drain hose packed with the
dishwasher.
•Fit the drain hose onto the drain hose
adapter on the back of the dishwasher.
•Press together firmly and secure with a screw
type clamp supplied.
12
Step
Slide
Dishwasher
Into Opening
•Insert the drain hose into the cabinet wall.
•Slide the dishwasher into the opening a few
inches at a time.
•As you proceed, pull the drain hose through
the cabinet wall under the sink.
•If a power cord has been installed, insert the
cord through a separate hole in the cabinet
wall and pull along with drain hose.
•Check to be sure there is no interference
with waterline or house wiring.
Leg Slides

Installation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
19
Step
Install
Drain
Line
14
Step
Follow all local codes and
ordinances.
Drain Line Preparation
•The dishwasher is supplied with a
78" long corrugated drain hose.
The molded end is designed to fit
5/8", 3/4" or 1" diameter connec-
tions to the air gap, waste tee or
disposer. Cut on premarked line as
required for your installation.
Note: Do not cut corrugated portion
of hose.
•If the location requires a longer
drain hose, add up to 42" length to
the supplied hose. Use 5/8" inside
diameter hose and thin wall copper
coupler to join the hose ends.
Note: Total drain hose length must
not exceed 10 feet for proper drain
operation.
Drain Line Installation
•Connect drain line to air gap, waste
tee or disposer using either
Method 1 or Method 2 as previ-
ously determined.
•Secure connection using appropri-
ate clamps (not supplied).
•Make sure drain hose is not
kinked.
Cutting Lines
1" 3/4" 5/8"
Do not cut corrugated
portion of hose
13
Connect
Water Line
The water supply line should be flushed to
clear any foreign material before connecting
to the dishwasher.
•Make sure there are no sharp bends or kinks
which could restrict the water flow.
•Connect the water supply line to the 90°
elbow.
•Turn on the water supply and check for
leaks.
Method 1–High drain loop with waste tee or disposer
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Fasten to underside
of countertop
Fasten to underside
of countertop
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Waste tee installation Disposer Installation
Note: Be sure to remove drain plug from disposer before
attaching drain line. Dishwasher will not drain if plug is
left in place.
Waste tee installation Disposer Installation
Method 2–Air gap with waste tee or disposer
90°Elbow
Hot Water
Supply

Installation
Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Verify that power is turned off at source.
15
Connect
Electrical
(For direct
connection to
house wiring)
Step
CAUTION
If house wiring is not 2-wire with a
ground wire, a ground must be
provided by the installer.
When house wiring is aluminum,
be sure to use U.L. approved anti-
oxidant compound and alumi-
num-to-copper connectors.
WARNING
•Remove the screw holding the junction
box to the dishwasher frame. Remove the
junction box.
•Install a strain relief onto the junction box.
•Tighten the strain relief against theincoming
wires.
•Strip 1/2" insulation from end of wires.
•Connect incoming wires to dishwasher wires
using wire nuts of appropriate size. Connect
white to white, black to black and incoming
ground to green wire.
•Push all wires into the junction box and place
on dishwasher frame. Secure with screw.
20
16
Step
To maintain dishwasher position and align-
ment, drill pilot holes through the mounting
flange and into the underside of the
countertop. Install 2 screws provided.
Secure
Dishwasher
to Countertop
Note: Open and close dishwasher door to
insure proper clearance between tub and
door. If there is any binding or rubbing,
readjust leveling legs.
17 •To reinstall the plastic chassis cover, tilt and
rotate the cover under the door. Press the
bottom of the cover against the metal frame
of the dishwasher until it fits into position.
•Secure the cover to the dishwasher using the
the two screws with attached spacers.
Step
Reinstall
Chassis Cover NOTE: The small
ring of the spacer
goes against the
chassis cover.
Screw
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