SPT SD-6502SS User manual

Installation
Instructions
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.
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 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,exhaustingand otherconnecting
facilities.
PUB NO.29-5955 7/14 MC
Dishwasher
Model number:
SD-6501SS
SD-6501W
SD-6502SS
SD-6502W

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:
Four flat head wood screws
dishwasher to underside of countertop
(in literature package).
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED :

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
Hole Saw Set
Measuring Tape
Tubing Cutter
Drill and Bits
1/4"
and 5/16" Nut-
driver
Safety Glasses
6" Adjustable
Wrench
Bucket
Flashlight
Gloves
Carpenters
Square
Level
2
Thread
Seal Tape
Air Gap Strain Relief
2 Top
Mounting Clips Screw Type
Hose Clamp
Screw type hose clamps and one drain hose. Drain Hose
to secure
4 Wood Screws
2 top mounting clips.

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Installation Preparation
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.
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.
18"
Min.
32"
Min.
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
Countertop
Dishwasher
25-5/8"
•The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is
no more than 10 feet in length for proper drainage.
•The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top,
sides and back, and must not support any part of the
enclosure.
CLEARANCES: When
installed into a corner,
allow 2" min. clearance
between dishwasher and
adjacent cabinet, wall or
other appliances. Allow
25-5/8" min. clearance
from the front of the dish-
washer for door opening.
Figure B
• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep.
The opening should be 35" max. height.

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Installation Preparation
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.
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 mal-
function 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
from
Cabinet
Ground
Black
1-1/2"Dia.
Hole(Max.)
2½~3½ in.
(65 ~ 90mm)

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Remove
Junction Box
Cover
Installation Instructions
•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 bottom
dishwasher.
STEP 5 INSTALL 90° ELBOW
•Wrap 90° elbow with thread seal tape. Do not use
plumber's putty.
•Install a 90° elbow onto the water valve.
STEP 3 REMOVE TOEKICK
• Remove the 2 toekick screws. Lift off the piece
toekick.
•Measure installation height and dishwasher height.
Extend leveling legs out from the dishwasher base,
1/4" less than installation height.
STEP 2 ADJUST LEVELING LEGS
•Move the dishwasher close to the installation loca-
tion 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 ealer. The power cord and
connections must comply with local codes and
ordinances.
• Recommended power cord length is 54" min. and
64" max.
Adjust
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.
Green wire to Green wire ( Ground) Black wire to Black wire ( Hot)
White wire to White wire ( Neutral)
parts d
cUL/
of the
right
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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 dam-
age countertop or cabinets with dishwasher parts.
Installation Instructions
STEP 10 LEVEL DISHWASHER
IMPORTANT – Dishwasher must
be level for proper dish rack operation and wash perfor-
mance.
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 dish-
washer 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 individu-
ally.
• 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
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Installation Instructions
STEP 11 SECURE DISHWASHER
TO THE COUNTERTOP
IMPORTANT –
Drive screws
straight and flush. Protruding screw heads will
scratch the top of the control panel and can
interfere with door closing.If the gap is less than
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.
Ferrule
90° Elbow
Compression Nut
Hot Water
Supply Line
For countertops made of wood or that will not
be damaged by drilling,use Method 1.
For countertops made of granite,marble,or
other materials that could be damadged by
drilling,use Method 2.
METHOD 1
1. Use longer brackets.
2. Insert the installation brackets into the slot.
3. Bend the brackets to secure them to the
dishwasher tub.
4. Using the provided screws,secure the
dishwasher to the countertop through the
holes in the bracket.
METHOD 2
1. Open the door remove the tub cap on both sides
of the tub.
2. Driver a wood screw through the dishwasher side
holet and into the cabinet frame.
3. Reinstall the plastic caps.
Installation
bracket Screw
Screw
Cap
10mm between control panel and the screws ,
hole
suggest to chose method 2 .

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Installation Instructions
• 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.
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
• 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 dis-
poser, 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.
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

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Installation Instructions
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.
Opendoor and removeall foam andpaper packaging.
Locatethe Owner’s Manualinthe literaturepackage.
Readthe Owner’s Manualfor operatinginstructions.
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 cab-
inet, 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 tem-
perature is required for best wash performance.
See “Prepare Hot Water Line,” page 5.
Add 2 litres of water to the bottom of the dish-
washer to lubricate the pump seal.
Turn on water supply. Check for leaks. Tighten con-
nections 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 the 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 cUL/UL Listed
anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-
to-copper connectors
E. Replace Junction Box Cover
White
Ground Black
Check That White, Black and
Green Dishwasher Wires Are Threaded
Thru Hole in Back
Remove
Junction Box
Cover
Insert Power
Cord Wires Thru
Strain Relief
and Tighten
Use UL Listed
Wire Nuts
A
C
B
D

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Installation Instructions
•
Figure Z
STEP 17 REPLACE TOEKICKSTEP 16 DISHWASHER WET TEST
Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into
outlet, if equipped).
Turn on your dishwasher (please refer to the
Owner's Manual for instructions).
Close door, select RINSE ONLY cycle and press
START/CANCEL.
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 dish-
washer if necessary.
See Step 9.
When the dishwasher is draining, check the 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.
STEP 18 LITERATURE
Be sure to leave complete literature package and
installation instructions with consumer.
Place 1-piece toekick against the legs of the
dishwasher. The slots should align with toekick
bracket screw holes. Allow the toekick to touch the
floor. Install the toekick screws.