Installation Instructions
Portable Dishwasher
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Readthese instructions completelg and
carefullg.
IM PORTANT-Observeallgoverningcodesand
ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Besure to leave these instructions
for the consumer's and local inspector's use.
• Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions with gour
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. Seewarranty information.
READ CAREFULLY.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
GLC4000Series
GSC3500Series
IM PORTANT-,fuoureceiveda damaged dishwasher,
you shouldimmediatelgcontactgourdealerorbuilder.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS shown
throughout these instructions. While performing
installations described in this booklet, gloves and either
safetg glasses or goggles should be worn.
PARTSSUPPLIED:
Faucet adapter kit included in Installation Package.
Faucet Adapter Thin washer Thick Washer
Unicouple - Attached
to dishwasher and
stored in pocket on
back of dishwasher
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:
3/8" Nut Driver Pliers
Installation Preparation
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
FORPERSONALSAFETY:Donot use an
extension cord or adaptor plug with this
appliance.
PARASEGURIDADPERSONAL:No utilice un
cable de extensi6n o un enchufe adaptador
con este aparato.
Electrical Requirements
• This appliance must be supplied with 120V,60 Hz.,and
connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit,
protected by a 15or 20ampere circuit breaker or time delay
fuse.
• If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.
[] Yourdishwasher circuit should not
be used for any other appliance while
the dishwasher is in operation since
the dishwasher requires a full capacity
of the circuit.
[] If the wall receptacle you plug the
dishwasher's power cord into is
controlled by a switch, turn on
the switch.
Ensureproperground
existsbeforeuse
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third grounding prong from the
power cord.
Bajo ninguna circunstancia corte o quite la
tercera clavija con conexi6n a tierra del cable
de energfa.
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 equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Checkwith a qualified
electrician or service representative if you
are in doubt that the appliance is properly
grounded. Donot modify the plug provided
with the appliance, if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
technician.
Laconexi6n inadecuada del conductor de
conexi6n a tierra del equipamiento puede
provocar un riesgo de descarga el_ctrica.
Consulte a un electricista calificado o
representante de servicio t_cnico si tiene
dudas sobre la correcta conexiSn atierra del
aparato. No modifique el enchufe provisto con
este aparato; si no entra en el tomacorriente,
solicite a un electricista calificado que instale
un tomacorriente adecuado.
Installation Instructions
STEP 1 REMOVE WOOD BASE
IMPORTANT- Do not kick off wood base! Damage
will occur.
• Move the dishwasher close to the installation location and log
it on its back.
• Remove the four skid bolts on the underside of the wood
bose with 3/8" nut driver.
• Discord bose and bolts.
• Upright the dishwasher.
STEP 2 INSTALL FAUCET ADAPTER
The special faucet adopter supplied with gour dishwasher
must beattached to the sink faucet before you con use your
dishwasher.
STEP 3 CONNECT THE UNICOUPLE
TO THE FAUCET
• Run garbage disposer, Collar
if gOUhave one, to
clean out the disposer
and thus allow water
to drain from the sink
through the disposer
and down the drain.
• Run hot water faucet
to purge cold water from
the hot water line.The hot water must be between 120°F and
150°Ffor best wash performance.
• Roll the dishwasher to a position just in front of the sink.
• Pull the unicouple and its hoses completely out from storage
compartment at rear of the dishwasher.
• Attach the unicouple to the faucet adapter following the three
steps below:
- Depressthe locking collar at the top of the unicouple.
- Placethe unicouple completely over the faucet adapter.
- Releasethe locking collar. The unicouple should now be
locked onto the faucet adapter.
• Turn on the hot water faucet and check for leaks. If a leak is
detected, disconnect the unicouple, and refer to Step 4.
Thefaucet adopter is designed to fit standard spouts having
internal or external threads. You will find the adopter and two
washers in the faucet adopter pocket in gout dishwasher.
Attach the Faucet Adapter
• To install faucet adapter, first remove the old aerator or trim
ring on your faucet spout.
External Threads
• If faucet has external threads: Insert the
thinner of the two washers into the faucet
adapter and attach it to the faucet spout.
• Tighten with pliers.
Internal Threads
• If faucet has internal threads: Insert both
of the washers into the faucet adapter
and attach it to the faucet spout.
• Tighten with pliers.
Non-Standard Threads
• If the faucet adapter threads do not
match gour faucet spout, gour local
hardware or plumbing supplg store
normallg has additional fittings to adapt
your faucet spout to the special faucet
adapter.
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- CAUTION: A sink spray attachment hose can
burst if it is installed on the same faucet as your dishwasher.
We suggest that you disconnect the sink spray attachment,
if your sink has one, and place a cap over the opening.
Note:The unicouple's small hose carries water from the
faucet to the dishwasher. The large hose carries water from
the dishwasher to the sink. Orient the faucet with the unicouple
attached so water from the unicouple will run into the sink drain.
STEP 4 FAUCET ADAPTER LEAK
Skipthis step if no unicouple leak was observed.
If o unicouple leak was observed in Step 3, take whatever
actions are necessary to repair the leak. This may be as simple
as tightening the faucet adapter. Or,it may require the services
of a plumber if water isleaking from the interface between the
moveable faucet arm and the fixed part of the faucet fastened
to the sink.
STEP 5 PRETEST CHECK LIST
Reviewthis list after connecting your dishwasher to ovoid
charges for a service call that is not covered by your warranty.
[] Open the door and remove oil foam and paper packaging.
[] Locate the Owner's Manual.
[] Readthe Owner's Manual to familiarize yourself with the
operation of the dishwasher.
[] Remove the protective film, if present, from the control
panel.
[] Add 2quarts of water to the bottom of the dishwasher
to lubricate the pump seal.
Installation Instructions
STEP 6 DISHWASHER WET TEST
• Plugpower cordinto outlet.
• Closeand latch dishwasherdoor.
• Startdishwasher:
Timer Dial Models
- Pressthe Normalpad.
- Turnthe dialjust enoughto start the dishwasher.Thedial should
pointto "HotStart".Donot turn the dialtoo far.If you turn it too far,
youwill "by pass"thefill.
ElectronicModels
- Press"RinseOnly."
- Pressthe start pad onetime.
• Checkto besurethat water entersthe dishwasher.Thiscouldtake
up to/4 minuteson dial models.
• Ifwater doesnotenterthe dishwasher:
- Checkto besurethat the water isturned on.
- Lightlytap thefloodfloat coverto dislodgeastuck flood float.
- Ondial models,makesureyou did notturn the dialpast thefirst
fill. Ifthis happened,unlatchthe doorandrotate the dialto "Off."
Relatchthedoor and turnthe dial oneclick at a time until the
dishwasherstarts.
- Onelectronic models,makesurethestart padwas pressedone
time only.
HOW TO DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER
STEP 1 REMOVE POWER FROM
DISHWASHER
• Unplug the dishwasher.
• Feed power cord back into itsstorage location.
STEP 2 REMOVE UNICOUPLE FROM FAUCET
• Turn off hot water.
• Relieve water pressure from the unicouple assembly before
disconnecting it from the faucet by depressing the red
pressure relief button on the unicouple.
• Depress the locking collar and remove the unicouple from
the faucet.
• Drain excess water from the unicouple by holding it below
sink level and allowing excess water to run from the hoses
into a pan or similar container to catch the water.
• Feed the unicouple and hoses back into their storage pocket.
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Float
Cover
• Letthedishwasherrunthrough a completefill-circulate-pump out
cycle.Thiswilltakeapproximately5 minutes.
•Checkfor leaks.
• Ifa leakisfound,unplugthedishwasher,correctasnecessaryand
then plugthedishwasherbackin.
•Openthe dishwasherdoorand makesuremostof thewater has
drained.Ifthe dishwasherdid notdrain,checkthe drainhoseto be
sureit is not kinked.
• Letthedishwasherrunthrough anotherfilland draincycle.Check
againto be surethereareno leaks.
•Atthe endoftheseconddrain,setthecontrolto the Offposition.
Timer Dial Models:
- Unlatchthedoor androtate thetimer dialto theOff position.
ElectronicModels:
- Anelectronicdishwasherrunin the RinseOnly cycleshouldshut
itselfoff after about 5minutesof runtime. Nofurther actionis
necessaryifthe dishwasherhasturned itselfoff.Ifthetestwas run
ina cycle otherthan RinseOnly,pushthe startpad onetime and
the dishwasherwillresetandshut itselfoff inabout 90seconds.
Depresscollar to
Depr
releasewaterpressure
releaseunicouple
from faucet
• If the sink is3q" or higher from the floor,the excess water
in unicouple hoses cannot be drained directly into the sink.
It will be necessary to drain excess water from hoses into a
bowl or suitable container that is held outside and lower than
the sink.
STEP 3 STORE DISHWASHER
• Latch the dishwasher door closed.
• Rollthe dishwasher into its storage location.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
GEConsumer & Industrial
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
GEAppliances.com
© 2009GeneralElectricCompany
Pub. No. 31-30261
Dwg. No. 206C1559P200
JR (10/09)
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