GE Monogram® Installation Instructions with Optional Trim Kit Installation Instructions Built-In Dishwashers Models ZBD5600 ZBD5700 ZBD5900
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 Consumer. Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with your Use and Care Book for future reference. CAUTION WARNING This appliance must be properly grounded. See “Power Supply”, page 8.
Design Information Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers Models Available ZBD5600 WW, ZBD5700WW White Dishwashers ZBD5600 BB, ZBD5700 BB Black Dishwashers ZBD5900 Stainless Steel Dishwasher These dishwashers are designed for versatility, adaptable to virtually any installation. These models have a full length trimless door without the traditional access panel. The black and white models can be customized with decorative panels of wood or other material. Product Dimensions A – 34” Min.
Design Information Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers Standard installation in 24” deep cabinets • Install in standard 24” deep cabinets: – The dishwasher door will be flush with the front face of adjacent cabinetry. • With a 3/4” thick custom door panel in place, the exterior is trimless and fits flush to adjacent cabinetry. Optional Trim Kits • ZPF25W, white or ZPF25B, black custom panel kit – Provides for the installation of a 1/4” thick custom door panel. See page 16 for installation instructions.
Installation Information Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers Parts Supplied Remove the hardware accessory bag and other parts from inside or taped to the outside of the dishwasher. Check contents against drawings to insure that all parts are included.
Installation Preparation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Materials You Will Need: (not supplied) ■ 90° elbow (3/8" NPT external thread on one end and opposite end to fit hot water supply line) ■ Thread seal tape ■ UL listed wire nuts (3) 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 (recommended) ■ Wa
Installation Preparation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Prepare the Opening • The rough cabinet opening must be 24” min. deep, 23-5/8” min. to 24” max. wide. The opening height should be 34” min. and 35” max. • The opening should be free of extraneous pipes and wires. 34" to 35" Underside of Countertop to Floor This Wall Area must be Free of Pipes or Wires 1-3/4" 24" Min. 6" 23-5/8" Min.
Installation Preparation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers Power Supply 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. FOLLOW NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES OR PREVAILING LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
Installation Preparation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Prepare drain plumbing • Follow local codes and ordinances. • Dishwasher drain hose must not exceed 10 feet in length for proper drainage. – The dishwasher is supplied with a 3/4” I.D. drain hose, 78” long. Add up to 42” length to the factory supplied hose if necessary.
Installation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Install Custom Door Panel • If you intend to install custom door panels, refer to installation instructions provided in this booklet. The panels should be in place before installing the dishwasher. Step 1 Remove wood base Cut the shipping carton and use it as a pad under the dishwasher. This will protect the finished floor in the kitchen. • Lay the dishwasher on its back. • Remove the 4 screws holding the dishwasher to the wood base. Discard screws.
Installation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Step 3 Install Water Inlet Fittings • Install the 90° elbow onto the water inlet. Use thread sealing tape or pipe thread compound. • The 90° elbow should face the left or right side, depending on water line routing. Step 4 Install power cord • Install strain relief onto junction box and tighten against incoming wires. • Strip 1/2” insulation from end of power cord wires. • Connect incoming wires to dishwasher wires using wire nuts of appropriate size.
Installation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Step 5 Level the Dishwasher • Carefully upright the dishwasher, taking care not to bend the leveling legs. • Check to be sure the dishwasher is level and at the cutout height. Step 6 Slide Dishwasher Into Opening • Insert drain hose into the hole previously drilled in 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.
Installation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Step 8 Install Drain Line • Follow all local codes and ordinances. Drain Line Preparation • The dishwasher is supplied with a 78” long corrugated drain hose. • If the location requires a longer drain hose, add up to 42” length to the supplied hose. Use 3/4” 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.
Installation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Step 10 Secure Dishwasher to Countertop or Cabinetry To maintain position and alignment the dishwasher must be secured to the countertop or to adjacent cabinetry. If countertop is of stone or other hard material, secure the dishwasher to adjacent cabinets. • Check to be sure that dishwasher is adjusted to correct height and is centered in the cutout. • Open and close dishwasher door to insure proper operation of the door.
Installation Stainless Steel Interior Dishwasher Step 11 Install Toekick Assembly • Install toekick slides to toekick support brackets. Use slide stamped “L” on left and “R” on right side. • Align front and inner toekicks, matching screw holes. • Align slides to second screw hole as illustrated. • Install color matched screws “E” through the front of the toekick and into the toekick slides. Do not tighten screws. • Carefully, slide assembly back until it is aligned with adjacent cabinetry toekick.
ZPF25 Custom Door Panel Kit 1/4" Thick Custom Door Panel Note: It is best that 2 people perform this installation. ZPF25B, Black trim ZPF25W, White trim The ZPF25 trim kit provides support for 1/4” thick custom door panel. Tools and Materials required • Phillips screwdriver • Gloves to protect against sharp edges. Note: Maximum custom panel weight is 10 pounds. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect electrical power supply to dishwasher before changing panels.
ZPF25 Custom Door Panel Kit 1/4" Thick Custom Door Panel Step 2 Remove Existing Metal Door • Open the door fully. Caution: One person should hold the door while the other backs out screws to prevent the metal door from falling. • Remove 6 screws on the inside the inner door frame. Retain screws. • Remove the 2 screws with o-rings located in the bottom center of the inner door. Retain screws and o-rings. • Remove the outer door. • Remove the 2 screws holding the center door bracket to metal door.
ZPF25 Custom Door Panel Kit 1/4" Thick Custom Door Panel Step 5 Install Assembled Door onto Dishwasher • Locate the “C” clips in the parts package. Place one clip, flat side up, over each of the screw holes, 3 on each side of the door. Note: One person should hold the door while the other installs screws to prevent the door assembly from falling. • Hold the assembled door to dishwasher inner door and slide up against control panel.
ZPF75 Custom Panel Kit 3/4" Thick Custom Door Panel ZPF75B, Black ZPF75W, White Note: It is best that 2 people perform this installation. The ZPF75 provides for the installation of 1/2” to 3/4” thick custom door panel. Tools and Materials required • Phillips screwdriver • Gloves to protect against sharp edges • Nut driver Note: Maximum custom panel weight is 10 pounds. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect electrical power supply to dishwasher before changing panels.
ZPF75 Custom Panel Kit 3/4" Thick Custom Door Panel Step 2 Remove Existing Metal Door Step 3 Install Door Center Bracket • Open the door fully. Caution: One person should hold the door while the other backs out screws to prevent the metal door from falling. • Remove 6 screws on the inside of the frame. Retain screws. • Remove the 2 screws with o-rings located in the bottom center of the door. Retain screws and o-rings. • Remove the door. • Remove insulation and foam inserts, discard metal door.
ZPF75 Custom Panel Kit 3/4" Thick Custom Door Panel Step 5 Install Assembled Door onto Dishwasher Note: One person should hold the door while the other installs screws to prevent the door assembly from falling. • Check to be sure that foam inserts are in place. • Hold the assembled door to dishwasher inner door and slide up against control panel. The control panel has posts that should engage the 2 holes in the top of the metal panel.
ZPF75 Custom Panel Kit 3/4" Thick Custom Door Panel Step 7 Install Custom Toekick • Slip toekick slides into guides by pulling out the metal tabs. • Hold custom panel against toekick slides and mark screw hole locations. • Remove toekick and drill 1/8" pilot holes. • Remove toekick slides and secure panel to slides with 2 screws each. Use screws “X”. If panels are 1/2" thick, use caution when driving these screws. • Insert the assembled toekick into the support brackets by pulling out the metal tabs.
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