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Installation Instructions

Built-In Dishwasher

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 UL-Listed anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.

CAUTION

Do not remove wood base until you are ready to install the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over when the door is opened if base is removed.

While performing installations described in this booklet, gloves, safety glasses or goggles should be worn.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Read and observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS shown throughout these instructions.

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, electrical and plumbing skills. Proper

installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Café Warranty. See Warranty information.

• Completion Time – 1 to 3 Hours. New installations require more time than replacement installations.

IMPORTANT – The dishwasher MUST be installed to allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is required.

Care should be exercised when the appliance is installed or removed, to reduce the likelihood of damage to the power supply cord.

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.

Your dishwasher is a water heating appliance.

CHECK THE FOLLOWING

 Tub trim does not interfere with the door  Dishwasher is square and level at both the top and bottom of the cabinet opening, with no

twisting or distortion of the tub or door

 All 4 legs of the dishwasher are firmly in contact with the floor  Drain hose is not pinched between the dishwasher and adjacent cabinets or walls  Tub trim is fully seated on the tub flange

READ CAREFULLY

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Printed in the United States

31-4000043 07-18 GEA

Installation Preparation

PARTS SUPPLIED IN INSTALLATION PACKAGE:

• Junction box cover and #10 hex-head screw

• Hose clamp

• Drain hose (approximately 58” long)

• Drain hose hanger

• 2 #8-18 hex head screws to secure brackets to washer tub frame

• 1 top trim piece (on some models)

• 2 side trim pieces

• 2 mounting brackets for wood countertops or side cabinets

• 2 #8-18 x 5/8” Phillips special head screws, to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or to side cabinets

• Plug buttons

• Literature, samples and/or coupons

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED:

• 90° elbow (3/4”hose internal thread on one

end,opposite end sized to fit water supply)

• UL-listed wire nuts (3)

• Masking Tape

Materials For New Installations Only:

• Air gap for drain hose, if required

• Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable

• Electrical cable or Power Cord Kit WX09X70910 (5.4 Ft) or WX09X70911 (7.9 ft) depending on your installation.

• Screw-type hose clamps

• Strain relief for electrical connection

• Hand shut-off valve (recommended)

• Hot Water Line–3/8” minimum, copper tubing (including ferrule, compression nut) or Café part

WX28X326, flexible braided hose.

• WD24X10065 drain hose (12’ long), if needed.

Junction

Box Cover

Mounting

Brackets

#10

Hex-Head

Junction

Box Screw

1/2" long

Top Trim Piece

(on some models)

#8 Phillips

Head Screws

90°Elbow

Waste Tee

Air Gap

Strain Relief

Drain Hose Hanger

Special

5/8" long

Wire Nuts (3)

Hand Shut-Off Valve

Hose Clamp

Plug Buttons

Masking Tape

Electrical Cable (or Power Cord,

if applicable)

Hot Water Line

Drain Hose

#8 Hex-Head

Mounting Bracket

Screws

Side Trim Pieces

Literature

Coupler for

optional

drain hose

Hose Clamps

Optional

12' Drain Hose

WD24X10065

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:

• Phillips-head screwdriver

• 1/4” and 5/16” nutdriver

• 6” Adjustable wrench

• Level

• Carpenter’s square

• Measuring tape

• Safety glasses

• Flashlight

• Bucket to catch water when flushing the line

• 15/16” socket (optional for skid removal)

• Gloves

• Pliers

For New Installations Only:

• Tubing cutter

• Drill and appropriate bits

• Hole saw set

Phillips-Head

Screwdriver

Safety Glasses

15/16” Socket

Flashlight

1/4” and 5/16”

Nutdriver

6” Adjustable

Wrench

Hole Saw Set

Pliers

Tubing Cutter

Measuring Tape

Drill and Bits

Level

Carpenter’s

Square

Gloves

Bucket

Installation Preparation

PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE

This Wall Area Must be Free

34-1/2”+1/4”

33-1/2” to 34-3/4”

Underside of

Countertop

to Floor

of Pipes and Wires

Plumbing and Electric Service

Must Enter Inside This Area

24” Min.

Figure A

• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24” deep, 24” wide and approximately 34-1/2” high from floor to underside of the countertop.

• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 12’ 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.

24” Min.

4”

Cabinets Square

6”

and Plumb

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.

Countertop

Dishwasher

25-1/2"

Clearance for Door

Opening 2" Minimum

Figure B

CLEARANCES:

• When installed into a corner, allow 2” min. clearance between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances. Allow 25-1/2” min. clearance from the front of the dishwasher for door opening. Figure B.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

• Follow local codes and ordinances.

• Do not exceed 12’ distance to drain.

• Drain connection height is not to exceed 72” above bottom of dishwasher.

NOTE : Air gap must be used if waste tee or disposer connection is less than 18” above floor to prevent siphoning.

DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD

The type of drain installation depends on the following questions.

• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?

• Is waste tee less than 18” above floor?

If the answer to either question is YES, Method 1 MUST be used.

•

If the answers are NO, either method may be used.

CABINET PREPARATION

• Drill a 1-1/2” diameter 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.

IMPORTANT – When connecting

drain line to disposer, check to be sure that drain plug has been removed.

DISHWASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.

Remove Drain Plug

Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer

An air gap must be used when required by local codes and ordinances. The air gap must be installed according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Figure C

Method 2 – “High Drain Loop” with Waste Tee or Disposer

Drain Hose Hanger

32"

Min.

18"

Min.

Figure D

Drain Hose Hanger

32"

Min.

18"

Min.

Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.

Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.

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, 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 and rated for 75°C

(167°F).

• If the electrical supply does not meet the above

requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.

Alternate Receptacle Location in Adjacent Cabinet

18"

1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.)

24"

from Wall

Ground

Black

from

Cabinet

White

Figure E

18"

Receptacle Location Area

For models equipped with power cord: 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.

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.

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.

Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing

•

The wiring may enter the opening from either side, rear

or the floor within the shaded area illustrated above in Figure E and defined in Figure A.

• Cut a 1-1/2" maximum diameter hole to admit the electrical cable. Edges of hole should be smooth and rounded. Permanent wiring 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 in the cabinet.

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. Cable must extend a minimum of 24" from the rear wall.

• For power cord connections, install a 3-prong grounding type receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall, 6" min. or 18" maximum from the opening, 6" to 18" above the floor.

• Use only WX09X70910 or WX09X70911 Dishwasher

Power Cord Kit.

Installation Preparation

PREPARE HOT WATER LINE

NOTE: Café recommends copper tubing for the water

line, but if you choose to use flexible hose, use Café WX28X326, flexible braided hose.

• The water supply line (3/8” copper tubing or flexible

braided hose) may enter from either side, rear or floor within the shaded area shown in Figure F.

• The water supply 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.

1-1/2”

Shut-off Valve

Hot

From

Cabinet

Cabinet Face

Dia.

Hole

19" From Wall

2" From Floor

Figure F

Water Line Connection

• If using a flexible braided supply hose, label the hose with the installation date to use as reference. Flexible braided hoses, elbows and gaskets should be replaced in 5 years.

• Turn off the water supply.

• Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location, such as under the sink. (Optional, but strongly recommended and may be required by local codes.)

• Water connection is on the left side of the dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using no less than 3/8” copper tubing or a flexible braided hose. Route the line as shown in Figure F and extend forward at least 19” from rear wall.

• Adjust water heater for 120°F to 140°F temperature.

• Flush water line to clean out debris.

• The hot water supply line pressure must be 20-120 PSI.

CAUTION

Do not remove wood base until you are ready to install the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over when the door is opened if base is removed.

Turn page to begin dishwasher installation.

Dishwasher Installation

STEP 1

PREPARATION

Locate the items in the installation package:

• Screws

• Junction box cover

• Drain hose and clamp

• Mounting brackets

• Trim pieces (on some models)

• Drain hose hanger

• Owner’s Manual

• Product samples and/or coupons

STEP 2

NOTE: If installing a

Custom Door Panel (available on some models), please follow the instructions found in the Custom Door Panel kit WD35X20417.

• With dishwasher on the wood base, check the door balance by opening and closing the door.

• Door is properly balanced if, when opened, it self closes within 20° from vertical, stays in position from 20° to 70° and falls fully open beyond 70°.

• If necessary increase or decrease tension as shown. Some models will have 2 springs on one side and 1 spring on the other side. Latch door and adjust springs to correct balance.

CHECK DOOR BALANCE

Door closes within 20°

Door stays in position from 20° to 70°

Door falls fully open beyond 70°

Side View

Figure G

Spring hooked to hole inside rail

STEP 3

REMOVE WOOD BASE, INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

IMPORTANT – Do not kick off wood base!

Damage will occur.

• Move the dishwasher close to the installation location

and lay it on its back. NOTE: Do not place the dishwasher on its side.

• Remove the 4 leveling legs on the underside of the wood base with a 15/16” socket wrench.

• Discard base.

• Screw leveling legs back into the dishwasher frame, approximately 1/2” from frame as shown.

Approx

1/2"

Figure I

NOTE: Some models have rear adjustable leveling

wheels, and will not require the 2 rear leveling legs.

STEP 4

• Remove the 2 toekick screws and toekick. Set aside for use in Step 23.

REMOVE TOEKICK

Side View

Increase Tension

Decrease Tension

NOTE: The number of springs, on each side, will vary by model.

Figure H

Make sure pully cables are within pulley shoulders

Custom

door

panel

Front View

Tip: Make sure door opens and closes smoothly.

Check door opening and closing. If door does not open easily or falls too quickly, check spring cable routing. The cable is held in place by “shoulders” on the pulley. Check to be sure cable has not slipped over the pulley shoulders and is routed as shown.

Toekick

Remove 2

Figure J

Toekick Screws

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STEP 5

IF NECESSARY, REMOVE FLOOR PROTECT PAN

• Disconnect leak sensor wire (on some models).

• Pull floor protect pan forward and

slide it from under the dishwasher.

• Set aside for use in Step 21.

STEP 6

• Thread 90° elbow onto the water valve. Ensure rubber gasket is located between valve and elbow.

• Do not overtighten elbow. Water valve bracket could bend or water valve fitting could break.

• Position the end of the elbow to face the rear of the dishwasher.

STEP 7

INSTALL 90° ELBOW

Water Valve Bracket

INSTALL DRAIN HOSE TO

Squeeze connector at top

to release snap feature

Leak Sensor

Floor Protect Pan

Figure L

Front of dishwasher

90° Elbow

Fill Hose

Figure M

DRAIN LOOP

Connect drain loop end to drain hose using the screw clamp as shown in the figure.

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 9

Water

Line

Figure O

INSTALL DRAIN HOSE,

House Wiring

THROUGH CABINET

• Position dishwasher in front of cabinet opening, and if present, dislodge drain hose from drain hose clip. Insert drain hose into the hole in cabinet side. If a power cord is used, guide the end through a separate cabinet opening.

Pull insulation

blanket over

collar

House Wiring

Power Cord

(If used)

Water Line

Ensure drain hose is not twisted or pinched

Maximum drain hose length is 15'

Do not disconnect or remove high drain loop from left side of dishwasher

Drain Hose

Insulation

Blanket

Figure P

Figure N

NOTE: The high drain loop on the side of the tub is

designed for better wash performance. Do not remove from the side of the tub.

Tip: Prevent unnecessary service call charges for fill, drain or noise concerns.

Position utility lines so they do not interfere with anything under or behind the dishwasher.

Dishwasher Installation

STEP 10

SLIDE DISHWASHER

THREE-FOURTHS OF THE WAY INTO CABINET

IMPORTANT – Do not push against front panel with

knees. Damage will occur.

• Grasp the sides of the front panel and slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.

Do not push against front door panel with knee. Damage to the door panel will occur.

• As you proceed, pull the drain hose through the opening under the sink. Stop pushing when the dishwasher extends about 6 inches forward of adjacent cabinets.

• Make sure drain hose is not kinked under or behind the dishwasher.

• Make certain the house wiring, drain line and water line do not interfere with components under dishwasher.

Figure Q

STEP 11

In this step you will need the trim pieces set aside in Step 1.

Top Trim

Side Trim

Top

View

INSTALL TRIM PIECES

Side Trim

Top View

Figure R

Fully seat to tub flange

Tub frame

Tub trim Door

Handle

Side Trim

• Select the top trim piece (See Figure R) and line up

center to the top latch. Press the trim piece onto the tub flange moving from one side to the other.

• Select the left trim piece (see Figure R). Align top

edge with the top trim and press it onto the left side of the tub flange moving from the top to the bottom. Repeat for the right side tub flange trim piece. (See Figure R for right side trim piece.)

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STEP 12

INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKETS

You will need the mounting brackets and 2 #8 hexhead screws set aside in Step 1.

You must install the mounting brackets onto the dishwasher tub frame top or sides prior to sliding the dishwasher into place under the countertop. This dishwasher is capable of a true-flush installation at a 24” deep opening. The mounting brackets have several available attachment positions to accommodate different cabinet constructions.

Install mounting brackets on top if the underside of countertop is wood or wood-like material that accepts screws:

IMPORTANT - After installing brackets and before closing the dishwasher door, adjust the brackets by bending them up as needed, so that they do not contact the top of the dishwasher door and cause damage.

Top Mounting

STEP 12

INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKETS (CONT.)

Install mounting brackets on sides if the

countertop is granite or similar material that will not accept wood screws:

• If present, remove drain hose clip from collar and

dispose.

• Break off front portion of the tab with pliers at the location shown prior to attaching to dishwasher.

• Position the left-hand side bracket as shown. Attach

the bracket to the tub frame with the #8 screw through the slotted hole below the round hole. Repeat with the right bracket.

Tub

Side Mounting

Dishwasher tub frame

Do not pinch the latch wires in #8 bracket screw

#8 Bracket screw as supplied

Front

Care should be taken to ensure mounting screws do not damage cabinetry

Bend and break here if necessary

#8 Bracket Screw

Bend and break here after installing if counter

Dishwasher tub frame

• If you are installing the dishwasher under a counter with a short overhang, the countertop brackets may extend beyond the edge of the counter. If this is the case, remove the excess length by repeatedly bending the brackets at the front notch only until they break.

has a short overhang.

Tub

Front

Bracket

Figure S

Bracket

Remove

this clip

STEP 13

PUSH DISHWASHER

Figure T

INTO FINAL POSITION

• Check the tub insulation blanket, if equipped, to be

sure it is smoothly 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.

• Slide the dishwasher into the final position by pushing on the sides of the door panel. Do not push or pull the door in a partially open or closed position when moving the dishwasher. Do not use a knee or push on the center of the panel. If you do, damage to the panel will likely result. Check that the dishwasher is squarely positioned in the cabinet opening at both the top and the bottom of the appliance prior to mounting to the cabinet.

IMPORTANT – Before opening the dishwasher door,

be certain the edges of the dishwasher door panel are behind the face of the adjacent cabinet and not up against the cabinet face. Refer to Figure U. If the dishwasher door is opened when the edge of the door is against the face of the cabinet, dishwasher door damage and cabinet damage will occur.

Dishwasher Installation

STEP 13 STEP 14

PUSH DISHWASHER INTO FINAL POSITION (CONT.)

• Open and close the dishwasher door to be sure it operates smoothly, and does not rub on the adjacent cabinet.

Tip: Prevent unnecessary service charges for panel damage or wash performance.

Check dishwasher alignment prior to opening dishwasher door to prevent panel damage.

Make sure utility lines are not trapped or crushed behind dishwasher. Crushed lines will restrict water flow.

Door

Fits and

Swings

Back

Behind

Cabinet

Frame

Correct

Alignment

Figure U

Check that tub trim does not contact the door at all points

Top

View

Tub trim may be trimmed if

necessary to ensure proper

door operation

STEP 14

IMPORTANT – Dishwasher must be level for proper dish

rack operation, wash performance and door operation. The dishwasher must be leveled left to right and front to back. This ensures the dish racks 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.

Incorrect Alignment

will result in door damage

Tub frame

Tub trim Cabinet Door

Handle

LEVEL DISHWASHER

Door Catches on Cabinet Frame

Do not allow tub trim to get

trapped by or come into

contact with the door

Top

View

Tub trim trapped by door!

• Remove the lower dish rack and place a level on the door and lower rack track as shown in Figure V.

• If your model has rear wheels, the height of the

wheels are adjusted from the front of the dishwasher along with the 2 front legs on the bottom of the dishwasher. Begin the leveling process with the front legs by individually turning the front 2 legs. By adjusting the front legs first,access to the rear leveling bolts is maximized easing rear wheel adjustment. When the front legs are adjusted to a height resulting in an appropriate gap to the upper cabinet, proceed to adjust the rear leveling wheels by adjusting the leveling bolts as illustrated in Figure W. Individually turn the 2 bolts to adjust the rear wheels. Slowly rotate the 2 bolts

counter clockwise to raise the back of the dishwasher, and clockwise to lower it. Continue to adjust the feet and wheels

until the dishwasher is level as illustrated in Figure W. Ensure all 4 legs/wheels are firmly in contact with the floor.

• If your model has

4 leveling feet,

adjust the level of the dishwasher by individually turning the 4 legs on the bottom of the dishwasher as shown in Figure WW.

• The dishwasher is properly leveled when the level indicator is centered left to right and front to back. Also, the dishwasher door should close without hitting the side of the tub.

• Replace the lower rack.

• Pull each rack out, about halfway. Check to be sure it does not roll back or forward on the door. If the rack moves, adjust leveling legs.

Tip: Prevent unnecessary service charges. Verify dishwasher is leveled.

Pull the dish racks half way out. They should stay put. 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 tub, re-level the dishwasher.

LEVEL DISHWASHER

(CONT.)

Figure V

Adjust

Figure W

Figure WW

Adjust

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