GE ZBD3500 BB, Monogram ZBD3500 BB, Monogram ZBD3500 WW Installation Instructions Manual

GE Monogram

®

Installation
Instructions

with
Optional Trim Kit
Installation Instructions

CleanSensor
Dishwashers

Models
ZBD3500 BB
ZBD3500 WW

CAUTION

WARNING

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.

This appliance must be properly grounded. See “Power Supply”, page 9.

If the dishwasher is a new installation, most of
the work must be done before the dishwasher
is moved into place. If this dishwasher is
replacing another dishwasher, the connections
must be checked for compatibility and re­placed as necessary.

Contents

If you have a question concerning the installa­tion of this product, call the GE Answer
Center® Consumer Information Service at

800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you received a damaged dishwasher, you

should immediately contact your dealer or
builder.

WARNINGS:

• This dishwasher must be installed to allow
for future removal from the enclosure if
ser vice is required.

• Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose.

Design Information

Models Available .................................................................3

Dimensions & Clearances..................................................3

Advance Planning................................................................4

Standard Installation in 24" Deep Cabinets ....................4

Standard Installation in 25" Deep Cabinets ....................4

Side-by-Side Installation....................................................5

Optional Panel Kits and Custom Panel Kits ....................5

Corner Installation ...............................................................5

Installation Preparation

Parts Supplied ......................................................................6

Materials You Will Need.....................................................6

Tools You Will Need.............................................................6

Single Dishwasher...............................................................7

Double Dishwasher .............................................................7

Double Dishwashers Divider Panel Preparation...........7

Water Supply ........................................................................8

Double Dishwashers ...........................................................8

Power Supply........................................................................9

Prepare Drain Plumbing ...................................................10

Double Dishwashers .........................................................10

Installation

Step 1, Check Door Balance............................................11

Step 2, Remove Wood Base.............................................11

Step 3, Loosen Leveling Legs ..........................................11

Installation of this dishwasher requires basic
mechanical and electrical skills. Proper
installation is the responsibility of the
installer. Product failure due to improper
installation is not covered under the GE
Appliance Warranty. See the Use & Care
Guide for warranty information.

For Monogram local service in your area,
1-800-444-1845.
For Monogram Parts and Accessories, call
1-800-626-2002.

Step 4, Remove Access Panel and Toekick..................12

Step 5, Install Power Cord (if used)................................12

Step 6, Install 90° Elbow ...................................................12

Step 7, Position Water Line

and Power Supply ...........................................................13

Step 8, Insert Drain Hose .................................................13

Step 9, Install Optional Trim Kits and Tub Flange ........13

Step 10, Slide Dishwasher into Cabinet ........................14

Step 11, Level Dishwasher, Align Connections............14

Step 12, Position Dishwasher and Fasten to Cabinet .14

Step 13, Connect Water Supply ......................................14

Step 14, Connect Drain Line.............................................15

Step 15, Connect Power Supply......................................15

Step 16, Installation Check List .......................................16

Step 17, Dishwasher Wet Test ........................................16

Step 18, Replace Access Panel and Toekick ...............16

Trim Kits

GPF100 Trim Kit, Heavy Door Springs ............................17

GPF400, GPF600, GPF700, Door

and Access Panel Kits....................................................18

GPF400S, Stainless Steel Door

and Access Panels..........................................................20

GPF425, 1/4" Custom Panels............................................ 22

GPF475, 3/4" Custom Panels.............................................25

GPF53, Mounting Brackets ..............................................29

2

Design Information

G

C

B

E

A

D

Toekick

F

CleanSensor Dishwashers

Models
Available

Dimensions
& Clearances
(Both Models)

ZBD3500 WW

White CleanSensor dishwasher

ZBD3500 BB

Black CleanSensor dishwasher

Designed for versatility, the Monogram built­in dishwasher adapts easily to virtually any
installation.

A –34" min. adjustable to

35" max.
B –24"
C –25" total depth (including

1/4" thick insulation

at rear)
D –4" toekick
E – 4-1/2" escutcheon height
F – 3-1/4"
G –24-3/4" from cabinet face

(depending on depth of

cabinets)

3

Design Information

Cabinet

Depth

24"

1"

Shim

CleanSensor Dishwashers

Advance
Preplanning
Information

Standard
Installation
In 24" Deep
Cabinets

•These Monogram dishwashers are supplied
as either a white or black model. Door and
access panels may be covered with custom
decorative panels of wood or other materials
to match cabinetry or other appliances. See
“Optional Trim Kits,” page 5.

•A custom toekick can be installed over the
supplied toekick to match cabinet material
when cabinet depth is 25" or more. A
continuous toekick may be installed to form
an unbroken line at floor level.
–A continuous toekick should be installed

in such a manner that it can be removed if
ser vice is required.

•Install in standard 24" deep cabinets:
–The dishwasher door will extend approxi-

mately 1/4" beyond the front face of
adjacent cabinetry.

•Tub flange trim is supplied to conceal any
slight gap between the dishwasher and
adjacent 24" deep cabinetr y.

•These dishwashers may be installed beneath
any type of countertop.

Cabinet

Depth

24"

Cabinet
Resting
Against Wall

Standard
Installation
In 25" Deep

• Install in standard 25" deep cabinets:
–The dishwasher door will be flush with the

front face of the cabinetr y.

– Use shims to set the cabinets out from the

wall.

Cabinets

4

Design Information

CleanSensor Dishwashers

Side-by-side
Installation

Optional
Panel and
Custom
Panel Kits

•Two Monogram dishwashers may be
installed side-by-side for greater capacity.

Custom Panel Kits

•GPF425 Trim Kit – Provides for the installa­tion of 1/4" thick custom door and access
panels.

•GPF475 Trim Kit – Provides for the installa­tion of 3/4" thick custom door and access
panels. This kit includes GPF100 heavy
springs kit for panels that weigh over 4
pounds.

Panel Kits

•GPF400S Trim Kit – Stainless steel door and
access panels.

•GPF400B, GPF400W Trim Kits – Black or
white color change or replacement door
and access panel.

•GPF600B, GPF600W Trim Kits – Black or
white replacement door panel only.

•GPF700B, GPF700W, Trim Kits – Black or
white replacement access panel only.

Installation Kits

•GPF100 Heavy Spring Kit – Heavy duty
springs for custom door panels weighing 4
to 8 pounds. This spring kit is included with
the GPF475 trim kit for 3/4" thick panels
and the GPF400S stainless steel panel kit.

•GPF53 Mounting Kit – Special brackets for
installing dishwasher beneath countertops
of stone or other materials that will not
accept screws.

Corner
Installation

•For a corner installation, allow 2" clearance
between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet or
wall.

•Dishwasher must be placed no more than
10 feet from sink for proper drainage.

Top View–Corner Installation

24-3/4"

Door
in Open
Position

Dishwasher

Countertop

2" Minimum
To Clear Drawer
or Door Handles

5

Installation Preparation

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Parts
Supplied

Materials You
Will Need:
(Not Supplied)

■■ Two Phillips head countertop mounting screws taped to

dishwasher.

■■ 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)

■■ Water line 3/8" O.D. min. copper or 1/2" O.D. min plastic.

■■ Coupler to join additional drain hose

Air

Gap

Wire Nuts

Electrical Cable

or Power Cord

Screw Type Clamps

Hot Water Line

Waste

Tee

Strain Relief

90° Elbow

Thread Seal

Tape

Shut-Off

Valve

Coupler

Materials You
Will Need:
(Not Supplied)

■■ Phillips head and flat blade screwdrivers

■■ Adjustable wrench (6")

■■ 3/8", 5/16" and 1/4" nut drivers

■■ Level

■■ Carpenter’s square

■■ Measuring tape

■■ Safety glasses

■■ Flashlight

For new installation only:

■■ Tubing cutter

■■ Drill and appropriate bits

■■ Hole saw set

Hole

Saw Set

Level

Safety Glasses

Measuring Tape

Adjustable

Wrench

Flat Blade Screwdriver

Nut Driver

Phillips Head

Screwdriver

Turbing

Cutter

Flashlight

Drill

and Bits

Square

6

Installation Preparation

Plumbing and Electric Services

Must Enter Inside This Area

6"

24"

Min.

This Wall Area

must be Free of

Pipes or wires

34-1/2"±1/4"
Underside of

Countertop

to Floor

4"

24"

Min.

5"

5"

4"

Cabinets
Square
and Plumb

48" Min.

24"

1/8"
Thick
Masonite

24-1/4"

34-1/2"

5"

2"

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Single
Dishwasher

Double
Dishwasher

•The rough cabinet opening must be 24"
min. deep and 24" wide. The opening
height should be 34" min. and 35" max.

•The opening should be free of extraneous
pipes and wires.

When installing double dishwashers,
side-by-side:
–The opening should be 48" wide.
–Depth and height are the same as for single

unit.

Double
Dishwashers
Divider Panel
Preparation

•A divider panel must be used for double,
side-by-side installations.
–The divider must be supplied by the

installer at the time of installation. Locate
the divider panel in the center of the 48"
opening.

–Attach the divider panel to the floor,

countertop and rear wall.

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Water

6"

5"

1-1/2" Dia.

Hole

5"

4"

19" from Wall

2" from Floor

Cabinet Face

2"

from

Cabinet

Hot

Shut-off
Valve

4"

1/2" O.D. Copper
Recommended To Here

Water Supply For 2-Dishwasher Installation

4"

5"

5"

5"

4"

5"

4"

6"

24"

Toe

Space

48" Min.

Cut Off Valve
Optional

Supply

Installation Preparation

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Double
Dishwashers

•Hot water line may enter from either side,
from the rear, or from the floor within the
shaded area shown.

•Cut a hole approximately 1-1/2" in diam­eter to admit water line.

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

When installing two dishwashers side-by-side,
route the water supply line as shown.

–Follow installation instructions for each

dishwasher.

•Water connection is on the left side of the
dishwasher. Install hot water line using no
less than 3/8" O.D. copper tubing or 1/2"
O.D. plastic tubing. Route water line as
shown and extend the line for ward at least
19" from the rear wall.

•Allow at least 2" clearance between water
line and adjacent cabinet wall as shown.

•Before connecting, flush water line to clean
out debris.

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Installation Preparation

5"

White

18"

6"

5"

4"

4"

24"

from Wall

3"

from

Cabinet

Alternate
Receptacle
Location

Ground

Black

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

18"

6"

6"

Receptacle
Location
Area

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Power

WARNING

Supply

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR ADAPTER
PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE. FOLLOW NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODES OR PREVAILING LOCAL CODES
AND ORDINANCES.

Electrical Requirements:

These dishwashers must be supplied with a
120 volt, 60 Hz power supply with an indi­vidual, properly grounded branch circuit,
protected by a 15 or 20 amp fuse or circuit
breaker or time delay fuse.

•A side-by-side dual dishwasher installation
requires two separate circuits.

•Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.

•If electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician
before proceeding.

Grounding Instructions:

This appliance must be either 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.

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 WHETHER THE APPLIANCE IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED.

•When installing two dishwashers side-by-side,

Double
Dishwashers

place electrical supply for each dishwasher as
shown in diagram for single dishwasher
installation.

•A side-by-side dual installation requires two
separate circuits.

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:

REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR
OPEN CIRCUIT BREAKER
BEFORE BEGINNING
INSTALLATION.

Cabinet Preparation & Wiring:

•Wiring may enter from either side, the rear,
or from the floor within the shaded area
shown.

•Cut hole 1-1/2" max. dia. within the shaded
area to admit the electrical cable or power
cord. The hole must be free of sharp edges.
If the cabinet wall partition is metal, the
edge of the hole must be covered with a
rubber protector.

Electrical Connections:

The electrical connection is on the right side
of the dishwasher.

•For cable direct connections, the cable must
be routed as illustrated. The cable must
extend for ward a minimum of 24" from the
rear wall.

•For power cord connections, install a 3­prong type receptacle in the rear wall of sink
cabinet next to the dishwasher. Install the
receptacle at least 6" and not more than 18"
from the opening and off the floor.

•Allow approximately 3" between cable and
adjacent cabinetry.

Electrical Supply For 2-Dishwasher Installation

5"

4"

5"

Toe

Space

5"

48" Min.

4"

4"

5"

6"

24"

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Installation Preparation

32"

Min.

18"

Min.

32"

Min.

18"

Min.

1/2" O.D. Copper
Recommended To Here

Water Supply For 2-Dishwasher Installation

24"

Toe

Space

48" Min.

Cut Off

Valve Optional

7/8" I.D.
Hose

6"

4"

5"

4"

5"
5"

4"

5"

7/8" I.D. Hose

Air Gaps

CleanSensor 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 1/2" I.D.

drain hose, 78" long. Add up to 42" length
to the factory supplied hose if necessary.

•Dishwasher must be connected to waste line
with an air gap (not supplied) or 32" mini­mum, high drain loop (depending on local
codes and ordinances) to prevent back flow
into the dishwasher.

•An air gap must be used if waste tee or
disposer connection is less than 18" above
floor to prevent siphoning.

•Install waste tee or disposer and air gap
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

•Cut a hole in cabinet wall, approximately
1-1/2" in diameter for drain hose.

CAUTION

An air gap MUST BE USED if the drain
hose is connected to waste tee or disposer
lower than 18" above the floor level.

Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer

Use this method when waste tee or disposer connection is less
than 18" above the floor.

Waste Tee Installation

Method 2 – High Drain Loop

with Waste Tee or Disposer

Use this method when high drain loop is at least 32" above the
floor.

Waste Tee Installation

Disposer Installation

Disposer Installation

Failure to provide the proper drain
connection height, 18", with air gap or 32"
minimum high drain loop will result in
improper draining of the dishwasher which
may cause damage.

Double
Dishwashers

•When installing two dishwashers side-by-side,
place drain hoses and air gaps as shown.
–Follow the same installation instructions as

for single dishwasher.

Note:

Each dishwasher must have a separate drain hose as

shown.

• Provide a method to attach drain hose to
underside of countertop. Attachment will be
made in later step.

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Installation

Remove and discard

3/8" Hex Head Screws

Approx

. 3/4"

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Step 1
Check
Door Balance

Step 2
Remove
Wood Base

CAUTION

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

• Unlatch door and remove all foam and
cardboard packaging.

• Check balance by opening and closing door.
If necessary, close latch and adjust one or
both springs before the wood base is re­moved.

Note:

Spring hook must be turned to the outside.

Move spring hook back to
increase tension.

•Remove the 4 hex-head screws holding the
dishwasher to the wood base inside the “U”
frame. Discard screws and base.

•Locate and remove the yellow tape holding
2 Phillips to the top or side of the dish­washer. These screws are for securing the
dishwasher to the countertop. Set aside for
later installation.

Caution:

Do not attempt to remove the wood base by prying off

or “kicking”. This will cause damage to the dishwasher base.

Step 3
Loosen
leveling legs

Move the dishwasher close to the installation
location and lay on its back.

• Loosen the 4 leveling legs with an adjust­able wrench and unscrew approximately
3/4".

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Installation

White
Neutral

Ground

Black

Live

Note: Check That Harness Leads Are
Threaded Thru Small Hole in Bracket

Thread

Seal
Tape

90°

Elbow

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Step 4
Remove
Access Panel
And Toekick

Step 5
Install
Power Cord
(If Used)

Skip this step
If dishwasher
will be wired
direct.

•Remove the two screws below the access

panel and set aside.

•Loosen the two screws located between the

door and access panel. Do not attempt to
remove these screws. They are secured to
the access panel with washers.

•Remove the junction box cover and install
strain relief and power cord.

The power cord and connections must
comply with the national Electrical Code,
Section 422 and/or local codes and ordi­nances.

•The cord must be no longer than 6 ft. from
the junction box to the receptacle.

•Connect incoming wires, white to white,
black to black and ground to green wire.
Use UL listed wire nuts of appropriate size.

•Replace the junction box cover. Check to be
sure wires are not pinched under the cover.

Back Out 
2 Screws

Access Panel

Toekick

Remove 2

Screws

Step 6
Install 90°
Elbow

•The water valve requires 3/8" NPT fitting
with external threads. The opposite end
should fit water supply line.

•Install the 90° elbow fitting to the water
valve using thread seal tape.

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

Caution:

Do not bend the dishwasher frame when installing the
90° elbow fitting to the water valve. This could cause the door
spring to come in contact with the fill hose.

12

Installation

Power
Supply

Water
Line

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Step 7
Position W ater
Line And
Power Supply

Step 8
Insert
Drain Hose

•Position the water supply line and wiring on
the floor of the opening to avoid interfer­ence with base and components under
dishwasher.

•Stand the dishwasher upright and move to
the front of the opening.

•Insert drain hose into the hole previously
drilled in the cabinet wall.

•If a power cord is used, guide the end
through a separate hole.

•The power cord should be routed directly to
the rear of junction box. Avoid contact with
side spring or other components.

Electric

Water

Step 9
Install Optional
Trim Kits And
Tub Flange
Trim Kit.

•If desired, install optional door and access
panel kits following their installation
instructions.

•Locate the tub trim packed inside the
dishwasher.

•Press the trim onto the tub flange on each
side. Start even with the top edge and press
in as you move to the bottom.

•Press trim piece onto top dishwasher flange.

•Open and close the door to check that trim
does not bind.

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Installation

3/4"

CleanSensor Dishwasher

Step 10
Slide Dishwasher
Into Cabinet

Step 11
Level Dishwasher,
Align
Connections

Step 12
Position
dishwasher
and fasten
to cabinet

CAUTION

DO NOT PUSH AGAINST
FRONT DOOR PANEL
WITH KNEES. Damage to
the door panel will occur.

•Level the dishwasher by adjusting the four
leveling legs individually for correct align­ment.

•Dishwasher should be level, left to right and
front to back for best performance.

•Route the water and electrical supply within
reach of their connection locations under
the dishwasher. Avoid contact with springs
or other components.

•Open the door and position the dishwasher
tub flange 3/4" from the cabinet opening.

•Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of
the countertop, using the 2 Phillips screws
provided. Be sure screws are driven straight
and flush to avoid interference with door
operation.

•Slide dishwasher into the opening a few
inches a time. As you proceed, pull the drain
hose through the opening and under the
sink.

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

•Check to be sure there is no interference
with water line and wiring.

Rear View

Electric

Water

Step 13
Connect
water supply

Important:

have no interference when opening or closing the door.
Interference may cause a water leak or make noise when opening
and closing the door.

•Connect water supply line to 90° elbow
previously installed.

•Open and close the door to insure that door
springs do not come in contact with water
line.

The dishwasher must be centered in the opening and

90° Elbow

Fill Hose

Door Spring

Hot Water

Supply

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Step 14
Connect
Drain Line

Follow all local codes and ordinances.

• The molded end of the drain line is de­signed to fit 5/8", 3/4" and 1" diameter
connections to air gap, waste tee or disposer.

• Cut on marked line as required for your
installation.

Cutting Lines

3/4"

1"

5/8"

Do not cut corrugated
portion of hose

•The drain hose supplied is 78" long. If the
location requires a longer drain hose, add
up to 42" length.

•Use 5/8" or 7/8" I.D. hose and shor t section
of copper water line (not supplied) of
appropriate length and diameter to connect
the two ends.

•Secure the connection with appropriate
clamps (not supplied).

Method 1 – Air gap with waste tee or disposer

Waste Tee installation Disposer Installation

Method 2- High drain loop with waste tee or disposer

Fasten to underside
of countertop

32"

Min.

18"

Min.

Waste Tee installation

Fasten to underside
of countertop

18"



Min.

Disposer Installation

•Connect the drain line to air gap, waste tee
or disposer as previously determined.

•Secure connection using appropriate clamps
(not supplied).

•Make sure drain hose is not kinked.

Step 15
Connect
Power Supply

Note:

Total drain hose length must not exceed 10 feet for proper

drain operation.

Verify that power is turned off at the source.

WARNING

CAUTION

If house wiring is not 2-wire with
a ground wire, a ground must be
provided by the installer. When
house wiring is aluminum, be sure
to use U.L. listed anti-oxidant
compound and aluminum-to­copper connectors.

•If a power cord is used, plug into the outlet.

•If dishwasher is wired directly to house
wiring:
–Remove junction box cover.
–Secure the power supply cable to the back

of the junction box with a strain relief (not
supplied).

Note:

Remove drain plug before connecting to a disposer.

Dishwasher cannot drain if plug is left in place.

Note: Check That Harness Leads Are
Threaded Thru Small Hole in Bracket

White
Neutral

Ground

Black

Live

•Locate the 3 dishwasher wires with stripped
ends. Insert wires through the small hole in
the junction box.

•Use wire nuts to secure incoming white to
white, black to black and ground wire to
green.

•Replace junction box cover, checking to be
sure that wires are not pinched.

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Step 16
Installation
Check List

Step 17
Dishwasher
Wet Test
Check List

■■ Check to be sure power is OFF.

■■ Open dishwasher door and remove all

foam and cardboard packaging.

■■ Remove literature package with Use &

Care manual.

■■ Read the Use & Care manual to familiarize

yourself with the operation of the dish­washer.

■■ Add two quarts of water to the bottom of

the dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal.

■■ Remove the protective film, if present,

from the control panel, door and access
panels.

■■ Turn on power supply.

■■ Latch door.

■■ Select normal cycle on push button or

electronic models.

■■ On dial models, turn control dial just

enough to start dishwasher. Be careful not
to turn the dial past the first water fill. On
electric models, push start pad.

■■ Check to be sure that water enters the

dishwasher. This could take up to 4
minutes.

■■ Check for leaks under the dishwasher. If a

leak is found, turn off power supply,
tighten connections and restore power.

■■ Check for leaks around the door. A leak

around the door could be caused by
dishwasher door rubbing or hitting against
adjacent cabinetry. Reposition the dish­washer if necessar y.

■■ Check to be sure that wiring is secure

under the dishwasher and not pinched or
in contact with door springs or other
components.

■■ Pull lower rack about half way out. Check

to be sure it does not roll back into dish­washer or further out. If it does, the
dishwasher needs to be leveled.

■■ Turn on water supply.

■■ Check for plumbing leaks. Tighten connec-

tions if necessar y.

■■ Turn on the hot water faucet at the sink.

Water temperature at dishwasher must be
between 120° and 150°F.

■■ The dishwasher will drain for about 5

minutes after the first fill. Check drain
lines. If leaks are found, turn off power,
correct as necessary and restore power.

■■ Open dishwasher door and make sure

most of the water has drained. If not,
check that disposer plug has been removed
and/or air gap is not plugged.

■■ Let the dishwasher run through another

fill and drain cycle. Check again to be sure
there are no leaks.

■■ At the end of the second drain, push the

reset pad on electronic models. On dial
models, unlatch the door and rotate the
dial to the “OFF” position.

Step 18
Replace Access
Panel And
Toekick

•Place the toekick against the bottom of the
dishwasher.

•Place the access panel assembly against the
dishwasher and tighten the attached screws.

•Re-install two original bottom screws loosely.
Adjust the toekick up or down and tighten
screws.

Be sure to leave literature package and
installation instructions with owner.

Tighten 2 

Access Panel Screws

Access Panel

Toekick

Attachment Screws

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GPF100 Trim Kit

Heavy Door Springs

Step 1

Step 2:
Remove Lower
Access Panel
Assembly

Tools and Materials required:

• 1/4" socket driver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Gloves to protect against sharp edges

•Turn of f water supply.

•Latch dishwasher door.

•Remove the two screws below the access
panel. Retain screws.

•Loosen the two screws located between the
door and the access panel. Do not attempt
to remove these screws. They are secured to
the access panel with washers.

•Remove the access panel assembly and
toekick from the dishwasher. Set aside.

For installation of a custom dishwasher door
panel weighing 4 pounds to 8 pounds.

WARNING

To prevent electric shock,
disconnect electrical power
supply to dishwasher before
changing panels. Do not
operate dishwasher while
changing panels or when
lower access panel assembly
is removed.

Loosen 2 Screws

Loosen 2 Screws

Access Panel

Access Panel

Step 3:
Replace
Springs

Remove old springs

•Grasp the end of the spring at the rear of
the
dishwasher and release the hook.

•Release opposite end of the spring and
remove.

Install door springs

•Hook new GPF100 door spring on the end
of the door frame.

•Stretch the spring to the second hole in the
channel.

•Repeat the same procedure for the opposite
side.

•Hold the dishwasher with one hand and
slowly open the door fully.

•Open and close the door to check for
proper balance. Correct spring tension
should prevent the door from raising by
itself from a full open position and prevent
the door from falling heavily.

•If the door falls heavily, increase spring
tension by moving the hook further away
from yourself. Test for proper balance.
Repeat the procedure if necessary.

•Re-install the toekick and access panel.

Toekick

Toekick

Move spring hook back
to increase tension.

Note: Spring hook must be turned to the outside.

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GPF400/600/700 Series Trim Kits

Door and Access Panel Kits

GPF400B, Black door and access panels
GPF400W, White door and access panels
GPF600B, Black door panel
GPF600W, White door panel
GPF700B, Black access panel
GPF700W, White access panel

Tools and Materials required:

• 1/4" socket driver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Safety Glasses

• Gloves to protect against sharp edges

WARNING

To prevent electric shock,
disconnect electrical power
supply to dishwasher before
changing panels. Do not
operate dishwasher while
changing panels or when
lower access panel assembly
is removed.

The GPF400 series trim kit is designed to
provide a color change or to conceal minor
damage to original dishwasher door and
access panels.

The new door panel cover provided in this kit
is designed to completely cover the existing
dishwasher door. Do not remove the original
door panel.
2 screws are provided for easy installation.

This kit also provides a replacement access
panel assembly. The original access panel
assembly should be removed, discarded and
replaced with this piece.

The GPF600 trim kit provides the door panel
only. Follow the same instructions presented
here to install the door panel.

The GPF700 trim kit provides an access panel
only. Follow the same instructions presented
here to install the access panel.

Step 1:
Remove Lower
Access Panel
Assembly

•Remove the two screws below the access
panel. Retain screws.

•Loosen the two screws located between the
door and the access panel.

•Remove the access panel assembly from the
dishwasher and discard. (For GPF600, set
access panel aside.)

•Remove the toekick and set aside.

Note:

Do not remove the insulation behind the toekick.

Escutcheon

Escutcheon

Door

Door

Panel

Panel

Loosen 2 Screws

Loosen 2 Screws

Access Panel

Access Panel

Toekick

Toekick

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Step 2:
Install New
Door Panel Cover

New 

Door Panel

Cover

Note:

The new door panel cover will completely cover the

existing door. Do not remove the original door panel.

GPF400/600/700 Series T rim Kits

Door and Access Panel Change

Step 3:
Install New
Access Panel
Assembly And
Toekick

For GPF400 and GPF600 Kits:

•Remove protective plastic film.

•Tip door panel and slide up and under
bottom and sides of escutcheon.

•Snap door panel over the door and slide
upwards, under the escutcheon.

•Drive 2 screws into the bottom of the panel
using a phillips head screwdriver.

•Remove protective plastic film.

•Place the toekick against the bottom of the
dishwasher.

•Place the new access panel assembly against
the dishwasher and tighten the attached
screws. (GPF600, re-install original access
panel.)

•Re-install two original bottom screws loosely.
Adjust the toekick up or down and tighten
screws.

Tighten 2 Screws

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GPF400S Trim Kit

Stainless Steel Door and Access Panels

Step 1

Tools and Materials required:

• 1/4" socket driver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Electric drill

• 1/8" drill bit

• Safety glasses

• Center punch

• Gloves to protect against sharp edges

WARNING

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, discon-

The GPF400S Stainless steel trim kit covers
the existing door and access panel.

This kit includes:

• Door and access panel covers.

•12 screws.

•GPF100 Spring kit

nect electrical power supply to
dishwasher before changing
panels. Do not operate dishwasher
while changing panels or when

lower access panel assembly is removed.

•Remove the two screws below the access panel.
Retain screws.

•Loosen the two screws located between the door and
the access panel.

•Remove the access panel assembly from the dish­washer.

•Remove plastic screw retainers holding the screws to
the access panel. Save screws and retainers.

•Remove the toekick and set aside.

NOTE: Do not remove the insulation behind the
access panel or toekick.

Escutcheon

Escutcheon

Door

Door

Panel

Panel

Loosen 2 Screws

Loosen 2 Screws

To Clean These Stainless Steel Panels:

Stainless steel has some unique cleaning
characteristics. In order to keep your
dishwasher looking like new we suggest
cleaning it with Stainless Steel Magic or a
similar product.

Stainless Steel Magic is available at Ace, True
Value, Servistar, HWI and other leading
stores. It is also available through GE Parts
by calling 1-800-626-2002 and ordering part
number WX10X15.

Access Panel

Access Panel

Toekick

Toekick

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Step 2:
Install Stainless
Door Panel Cover

GPF400S Trim Kit

Stainless Steel Door and Access Panels

New 

Door Panel

Cover

Step 3:
Install GPF100
Spring Kit

Step 4:
Install Stainless
Access Panel
Onto Access
Panel Assembly

•Remove protective plastic film.

•Tip door panel and slide up and under
bottom and sides of escutcheon.

•Snap door panel over the door and slide
upwards, under the escutcheon.

This kit must be installed to achieve proper
door balance which is affected by the addition
of this stainless door panel.

•Follow the instructions provided with the
GPF100 kit.

•Remove protective plastic film.

•Locate and install 2 original screws and
retainers into the top holes of the stainless
access panel.

•Place the stainless access cover on the access
panel assembly.

•Drive 3 screws through the bottom of
stainless cover.

•Center punch and drill one hole into each
side of the stainless cover.

•Install screws supplied.

•Drive 3 screws into the bottom of the panel
using a phillips head screwdriver.

•Center punch and drill holes through the
holes in the stainless panel and into the
dishwasher door, 2 on each side.

•Install screws supplied.

Retainers

Cover

Step 5:
Install Access
Panel Assembly

•Place the toekick against the bottom of the
dishwasher.

•Place the access panel assembly against the
dishwasher and tighten the attached screws.

•Re-install two original bottom screws loosely.
Adjust the toekick up or down and tighten
screws.

Tighten 2 Screws

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GPF425 Series Trim Kit

CAUTION

1/4" Custom Panels

Step 1:
Cut 1/4"
Thick Custom
Panel To Size

GPF425B, Black Trim Kit
GPF425W, White Trim Kit
GPF425A, Almond Trim Kit

Tools and Materials required:

• 1/4" socket driver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Electric drill

• 1/8" drill bit

• Masking tape

• Safety glasses

• Gloves to protect against sharp edges

•Cut door panel and access panel to the
dimensions shown.

NOTE: The trim provided will conceal the cut
edges of the panels.

The GPF425 trim kits provide for the installa­tion of 1/4" thick custom door and access
panels.
This kit includes:

•Left, right and bottom door trim

•Top and bottom access panel trim

•Color matched screws

WARNING

To prevent electric shock, discon­nect electrical power supply to
dishwasher before changing
panels. Do not operate dishwasher
while changing panels or when

lower access panel assembly is removed.

1/4" Thick

Door Panel

19-3/4"

Step 2:
Remove Lower
Access Panel
Assembly

•Remove the two screws below the access
panel. Retain screws.

•Loosen the two screws located between the
door and the access panel. Do not attempt
to remove these screws. They are secured to
the access panel with washers.

•Remove the access panel assembly from the
dishwasher.

•Remove the toekick and set aside.

NOTE: Do not remove the insulation behind
the access panel or toekick.

1/4" Thick Access Panel

23-9/16"

Escutcheon

Escutcheon

Door

Door

Panel

Panel

Loosen 2 Screws

Loosen 2 Screws

Access Panel

Access Panel

Toekick

Toekick

3-11/16"

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GPF425 Series Trim Kit

Tape Trim
To Custom
Panel on
Each Side

1/4" Custom Panels

Step 3:
Install Door
Panel T rim
And Custom
Panel

Remove the protective plastic covering from
side trim pieces.

A. Place bottom trim against the bottom of

the door panel and drive center screw,
then left and right screws.

“Z” Trim

B. Slide “Z” shaped trim under the escutcheon.

C. Slide custom door panel under the “Z”

trim and bottom trim.

E. Use masking tape to hold trim tightly

against the custom panel.

D.The notch on the side trim pieces go

towards the front. Slide side trim up and
under the escutcheon and over the edge
of the custom panel.

Drill Holes and
Install Screws

F. Center punch and drill holes through the

holes in the side trim and into the dish­washer door.

•Secure the trim to the door with color
matched screws provided. Remove tape.

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GPF425 Series Trim Kit

19-3/4"

1/4" Min. Clearance

23-9/16"

Appearance

Panel

1/4"
Thick
Panel

1/8" Min. 

Clearance

1/8" Min. 

Clearance
X

Clearance

3-11/16"

1/4" Min. Clearance

All Sides

23-9/16"

Access Panel

1/4" Custom Panels

Step 4:
Install Custom
Access Panel

Step 5:
Install Access
Panel Assembly
And Toekick

•Place bottom trim against the bottom of the
access panel.

•Install color matched screw in the center,
then left and right screws.

•Gently, bend both ends of the bottom trim
upwards to form a “U” shape.

•Slide the 1/4" custom panel down into “U”
shaped trim.

•Place top trim over the panel. Use masking
tape to hold in place.

•Drill 3 holes into the top of the trim and
into the assembly. Install 3 color matched
screws provided.

•Drill holes through the side trim holes and
into the access panel. Secure each side of
the trim with one screw. Remove tape.

•Place the toekick against the bottom of the

dishwasher.

•Place the access panel assembly against the

dishwasher and tighten the attached screws.

•Re-install two original bottom screws loosely.

Adjust the toekick up or down and tighten
screws.

Install Center
Screw First

Tighten 2 Screws

Installation
Options

This trim kit is designed to accommodate
1/4" thick panels. A raised panel screwed or
glued to 1/4" thick backing can be used. The
raised portion of the panel must be fabricated
to permit clearances for the trim on all sides.

•“X” Clearance shown at the bottom of the

A 3/4" thick custom panel may be installed by
routing the top and sides to 1/4" thickness.
The bottom edge, Dimension “X”, should be
and 1-1/2" high and 1/4" thick.

raised panel must be maintained to prevent
the door from striking the access panel when
opened.

Appearance Total “X”

Panel Backing Thickness Clearance

3/4" 1/4" 1" 2"
1/2" 1/4" 3/4" 1-7/8"

IMPORTANT!

GPF100 Dishwasher Door Spring Kit MUST BE installed
when custom door panels weigh 4 pounds or more.

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GPF475 Series Trim Kit

3/4" Custom Panels

Step 1:
Cut 3/4" Thick
Custom Panels

Tools and Materials required:

• 1/4" socket driver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Electric drill

• 1/8" and 3/16" drill bits

• Carpenters square

• Safety Glasses

WARNING

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, discon­nect electrical power supply to
dishwasher before changing
panels. Do not operate dishwasher
while changing panels or when

lower access panel assembly is removed.

• Cut the 3/4" thick door panel to the
dimensions shown.

• Rout the bottom edge of the door panel on
the appearance side, 1/2" deep and 1-1/2"
high resulting in 1/4" thickness. See
illustration.

• The access panel height may be 3-3/4" to
4-1/4" max. The access panel height can
var y depending upon toekick height and
adjustments made to the leveling legs.

The GPF475 Trim Kit provides for the installa­tion of 3/4" thick custom door and access
panels with a typical 4" high toekick.
This Kit includes:

• Door panel support

• 5, 5/8" phillips flat head screws

• 3 round head screws

• GPF100 spring kit.

The custom panels should be constructed in
the same manner as cabinet doors. Cut edges
can be seen and must be finished for the best
appearance.

23-5/8"

3/4" Thick Panel

Appearance Side

19-7/8"

3/4"

1-1/2"

1/2"

A*

*3-3/4" min., 4-1/4" max. for typical 4" toekicks.

Note:

The custom wood access panel should evenly match the
bottom of adjacent cabinets. Adjustments made to the leveling
legs to obtain correct height can affect the vertical dimension
(height) of the access panel.

3/4" Thick Access Panel

23-5/8"

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GPF475 Trim Kit

3/4" Custom Panels

Step 2:
Remove Lower
Access Panel
Assembly

Step 3:
Mount Custom
Panel To Metal
Support Panel

•Remove the two screws below the access
panel. Retain screws.

•Loosen the two screws located between the
door and the access panel. Do not attempt
to remove these screws. They are secured to
the access panel with washers.

•Remove the access panel assembly and
toekick from the dishwasher. Set aside.

NOTE:

Do not remove the insulation behind the access panel

or toekick.

Tab

Tabs
Overlap
Bottom 
Edge

Escutcheon

Escutcheon

Door

Door

Panel

Panel

Loosen 2 Screws

Loosen 2 Screws

Access Panel

Access Panel

Toekick

Toekick

Metal Support
Overlaps
Top
Edge

Adhesive 

Strips Both

Sides

A. Lay the custom panel on a flat surface with

appearance side down.

•Measure and mark the center line. Use a

carpenters square to draw the center line.

B. Place the metal door panel support on the

custom panel, with the projecting tabs
overlapping and against the bottom edge.
Center the support panel by matching the
center line to the triangle cutout.

NOTE:

Do not remove tape from adhesive strips.

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GPF475 T rim Kit

3/4" Custom Panels

Step 3
(continued)

Remove

Tape Covering

Adhesive Strips

C. Remove the custom panel from the

support.

•Remove tape from adhesive strips on the
metal support – on the side that touches
the custom panel.

•Carefully, position the metal support
onto the custom panel with center line
showing through the triangle. Press the
metal support against the panel.

Screw Holes for Vertical
(Typical) Wood Grain

Screw Holes for Horizontal
Wood Grain Direction

D.Determine the direction of the wood

grain.

•Drill 1/8" dia. pilot holes, 5/8" deep
through the hole in the support accord­ing to the direction of the wood grain.
See illustration.

•Install 2 flathead screws through the
support and into the panel.

Caution:

Do not drill pilot holes too deeply to avoid damaging

the appearance side of the panel.

Custom Panel

E. Remove tape from adhesive strips on the

back side of the metal support.

•Carefully, mount the panel onto the
dishwasher by tipping the protruding
metal at the top under and up against the
escutcheon.

Step 4
Install GPF100
Spring Kit

This kit must be installed to achieve proper
door balance which is affected by the addition
of a heavy custom door panel.

•Follow the instructions provided with the
GPF100 kit.

Install 3 Round

Head Screws

F. Secure the panel to the door by installing

3 round head screws into the bottom of
the metal support and into the dishwasher
door. Install center screw first, then left
and right screws.

•Press the custom panel against the
dishwasher door.

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GPF475 Trim Kit

3/4" Custom Panels

Step 5
Install Custom
Panel To
Access Assembly

Step 6
Install Access
Panel Assembly
And Toekick

•Drill 3 holes 3/16" dia. into the access panel
as shown.

•Place the custom panel onto the access
assembly and mark hole locations.

•Drill 3 holes, 1/8" dia. holes, 5/8" deep into
the custom panel.

•Align the custom panel with screw holes and
drive 3 screws into the back side of the
assembly panel and through the custom
panel. The top edges should align evenly.

Caution:

the appearance side of the panel.

•Place the toekick against the bottom of the

•Place the access panel assembly against the

•Re-install two original bottom screws loosely.

Do not drill pilot holes too deeply to avoid damaging

dishwasher.
dishwasher and tighten the attached screws.
Adjust the toekick up or down and tighten

screws.

1/2" to 2"

3/16" Dia.
Three Places

1/2" to 2"

1/2" to 2"

Center Line

1/2" to 2"

Tighten 2 Screws

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GPF53 Mounting Kit

Mounting Brackets

Position
Mounting
Brackets

Secure
Mounting
Brackets

Tools and materials required:

• 5/16" nut driver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Safety glasses

•Fold factory installed flanges back 180° and
flatten against tub frame.

•Position mounting brackets over frame and
in recessed area, as shown.

•Measure width of cabinet opening.

•Insert two 10/32" machine screws into each
bracket. Do not tighten.

•Adjust brackets to match the cabinet open­ing width.

•Tighten screws against metal frame.

The GPF53 mounting kit is to be used for
attaching dishwashers to adjacent cabinets
when countertops are stone or other materi­als which will not accept screws.

Fold Flanges
Back 180°
and Flatten
Against Tub
Frame

Adjust
To Cabinet
Opening

Finalize
Installation

•If necessary preparations for plumbing and
electrical connections have been completed,
slide dishwasher into place.

•Secure each mounting bracket to adjacent
cabinets with one screw.

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Notes

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Notes

31

®

Monogram.

General Electric Company
Louisville, KY 40225

NOTE: While performing installations described in this book,

safety glasses or goggles should be worn.

To obtain specific information concerning any
Monogram product or service, call GE Answer Center

®

consumer information ser vice at 800.626.2000—any
time, day or night.
For Monogram local service in your area, call
1-800-444-1845.

NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at General
Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance and specifications are
subject to change without notice.

Pub. No. 49-5850
 1998 GE Appliances
(N.D. 977) 5/98