GE EDW5000L00BB, EDW5000L00CC, EDW5000L00WW, EDW5000L15BB, EDW5000L15CC Installation Guide

Appliances

Installation

Instructions

Built-In Dishwasher

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completelu and
carefullu.

IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codes and

ordinances.
, Note to Installer - Besure 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 responsibilitg of the installer. Product
failure due to improper installation is not covered under
the GEAppliance Warranty. See warrantg information.

, Completion Time - 1 to 3 Hours. New installations require

more time than replacement installations.

IM PORTANT- The dishwasherMUST

be installedtoallowforfutureremovalfromtheenclosure

if service is required.

If Uou received a damaged dishwasher, Uoushould
immediately contact your dealer or builder.

Optional Accessories - Seethe Owner's Manual for available
custom panel kits.

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.

READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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InstallationPreparation

PARTS SUPPLIED:

[] Two #8-18 x 5/8" Phillips special head screws,

to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop

or to side of cabinets. (Inuser bag.)

[] Side and top trim pieces on some models
[] Drain hose

[] Drain hose hanger
[] Clamp

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED :

[] Ferrule, compression nut and 90° Elbow (3/8"NPT

external thread on one end, opposite end sized to fit

water supply)

[] Thread seal tape
[] UL Listed wire nuts (3)

MaterialsFor New InstallationsOnly:

[] 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)
[] Water line 3/8" rain. copper

[] Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable

Drain Hose

#8 Phillips
Special Head

Screws

5/8" long

90° Elbow, Hand

Ferrule and Shut-Off

Compression Nut Valve

Waste Tee

Air Gap Hose Clamps

Side and Top TMm Pieces on some models

Clamp

Electrical Cable

(or Power Cord, if applicable}

Screw Type

Drain Hose Hanger

Wire Nuts (3)

Thread

Seal Tape

Hot Water Line

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Coupler

Strain Relief

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:

[] Phillips head screwdriver
[] 1/4" and 5/16" nutdriver

[] 6" AdJustable wrench
[] Level

[] Carpenters square
[] Measuring tape
[] Safety glasses
[] Flashlight
[] Bucket to catch water when flushing the line
[] 15/16" socket (optional for skid removal)

[] Gloves

For New InstallationsOnly:

[] Tubing cutter
[] Drill and appropriate bits

[] Hole saw set

15116" Socket

Flashlight

Gloves Bucket

1/4" and 5/16"

NutdMver

n6A"djustC_ble

Hole Saw Set

Level

Carpenters

Square

Tubing Cutter

MeasuMng Tape

SafetyGlasses

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PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE

WARNING:

Toreduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injuru to
persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is
completel Uenclosed at the time of installation.

ThisWallArea

must beFree
of Pipesor

wires

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Cabine

-Square
and

Plumb

_'_ 24"

Min.

Figure A

34-1/2"1/4"

Underside of

Countertop

to Floor

/

_FloorMUST be Even

With Room Floor

oThe rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep, 24"

wide and approximatelu 34-1/2" high from floor to underside
of the countertop.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

, Follow local codes and ordinances.
, Do not exceed 10' distance to drain.

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

The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no

more than 10' in length for proper drainage.
The dishwasher must be fullg enclosed on the top, sides and
back, and must not support ang part of the enclosure.

CLEARANCES: When
installed into a corner,

allow 2" rain. clearance
between dishwasher

and adjacent cabinet,
wall or other appliances.
Allow 28-3/8" min. clear-
ance from the front of

the dishwasher for door
opening. Figure B

Figure B

LCountertop

I

Dishwasher

28-3/8'

- Clearance for DoorOpening 2" Minimum

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DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD

The tgpe 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 2 MUST
be used.

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

CABINET PREPARATION

, Drill a 1-1/2" dia. hole inthe 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. DISHWASHERWILL
NOTDRAINIF PLUGISLEFTIN PLACE.

4_ emove

Hopper

Plug

Figure C

Method 1 - Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required bU local codes and ordi-
nances. The air gap must be installed according to manufacturer's

instructions.

Drain Hose Hanger _./'_3 Drain Hose Hunger

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Figure D

Method 2 - "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or Disposer

Note: Avoid unnecessary service call charges. Always be
sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attaching
dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.

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PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING

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 (176°F).
, 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 on 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.

The improper connection of the equip-

ment 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

Figure E White

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
, Thewiring may enter the opening from either side, rear or the

floor within the shaded area.

, Cuta 1-1/2" max. dia. hole to admit the electrical cable. Cable

direct connections mag 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 in the sink cabinet rear wall, 6" rain. or 18" max.
from the opening, 6" to 18" above the floor