GE CDT855P2N0S1, CDT855P2N2S1, CDT875M5N0S5, CDT875M5N2S5, CDT875P2N0S1 Installation Guide

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Installation Instructions

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Built-In Dishwashers

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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.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer should check to ensure that wires are not pinched or damaged, the house wiring is attached to the junction box bracket through a strain relief, and all electrical connections made at the time of install (wire nuts) are contained inside of the junction box cover.

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 GE Appliances 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

r Tub trim does not interfere with the door r 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

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

READ CAREFULLY

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Printed in the United States

31-4000216 Rev 1 05-19 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.

• Hose clamp (if needed for optional drain hose)

• 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 Clamp

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

34-1/2”+1/4” Underside of Countertop to Floor

This Wall Area Must be Free of Pipes and Wires

Cabinets Square and Plumb

Plumbing and Electric Service

Must Enter Inside This Area

24” Min.

4”

6”

24” Min.

Clearance for Door

Opening 2" Minimum

Countertop

Dishwasher

25-1/2"

Installation Preparation

18"

Min.

32"

Min.

PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE

33-1/2” to 34-3/4”

Underside of

Countertop

to Floor

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.

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.

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

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

White

18"

24"

from Wall

from

Cabinet

Alternate Receptacle Location in Adjacent Cabinet

Ground

Black

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

18"

Receptacle Location Area

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

Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 – latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.

This appliance must have:

• 120V, 60Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere or 20-ampere, fused electrical supply.

• 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.

It is recommended to have:

• A circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

• A properly grounded individual branch circuit.

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.

Figure E

WARNING

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.

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

Cabinet Face

Shut-off Valve

2" From Floor

19" From Wall

From

Cabinet

Hot

1-1/2”

Dia.

Hole

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.

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.

Figure F

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