GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances Installation Instructions Built-In Dishwasher If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website at: www.ge.com STOP BEFORE YOU BEGIN IMPORTANT – The dishwasher MUST be installed to allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is required. Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should immediately contact your dealer or builder.
Installation Preparation PARTS SUPPLIED IN INSTALLATION PACKAGE: Side and Top Trim Pieces on some models ■ Two #8-18 x 5/8" Phillips special head screws, to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or sides of cabinets.
Installation Preparation PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE �������������� ��������������� ��������������� �������������� ������������ ���������� �������� �� �� ��� �� �� ���� �������� ������ ��� ����� �� �������� ���������� ������������ ���������� WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation.
Installation Preparation PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING 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. ��������� ���������� �������� ��� ��� �� Electrical Requirements • This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz., and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay #282 French fuse.
Installation Instructions PREPARE HOT WATER LINE STEP 2–CHECK DOOR BALANCE • 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 power cord with plug is used, water line must not pass through power cord hole. • With dishwasher on the wood skid, check the door balance by opening and closing the door.
Installation Instructions STEP 4–REMOVE TOEKICK STEP 6–INSTALL 90° ELBOW �� �� �� � • Remove the 2 toekick screws and toekick. Set aside for use in Step 21. �������� ��������������� Figure I STEP 5–INSTALL POWER CORD ������� Skip this step if dishwasher will be direct wired 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.
Installation Instructions STEP 8–POSITION WATER LINE AND HOUSE WIRING • Position water supply line and house wiring on the floor of the opening to avoid interference with base of dishwasher and components under dishwasher. �� �� STEP 10–SLIDE DISHWASHER THREE-FOURTHS OF THE WAY INTO CABINET DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. • Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.
Installation Instructions STEP 12–INSTALL SIDE-MOUNT BRACKETS (included with some models) Skip this step if underside of countertop is wood or wood-like material. • Install side-mount brackets if underside of countertop is granite or similar material that will not accept wood screws. • Locate the side mount bracket kit set aside in Step 1 if it was provided with this model. Otherwise, see Note below.
Installation Instructions STEP 15–POSITION DISHWASHER, SECURE TO COUNTERTOP OR CABINET In this step you will need the 2 Phillips special head screws from the screw kit set aside in Step 1. The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop or the cabinet sides. When the underside of the countertop is wood, use Method 1. Use Method 2 when the underside of the countertop is made of a material, such as granite, that will not accept wood screws. Tip: Prevent door panel and control panel damage.
Installation Instructions STEP 17–CONNECT DRAIN LINE DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES. 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 size of inlet port • Cut drain hose connector on the marked line, if required, to fit the inlet port. • Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using the previously determined method.
Installation Instructions STEP 18–CONNECT POWER SUPPLY STEP 19–PRETEST CHECK LIST If a power cord with plug is already installed proceed to Step 19. In this step you will need the junction box cover and the #10 hex head screw from the screw kit set aside in Step 1. • 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 the junction box bracket.
Installation Instructions STEP 20–DISHWASHER WET TEST STEP 21–REPLACE TOEKICK ■ Turn on power supply or plug power cord into outlet, if equipped. • Place toekick against the legs of the dishwasher. ■ Latch door. ■ Push “Rinse Only” button. ■ Push Start/Reset pad one time. Dishwasher should start. ■ 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.