GE GSD6860J10SS, GSD6900J10BB, GSD6900J10CC, GSD6900J10WW, GSD6900J15BB Installation Guide

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Installation
Built-In Dishwasher
Instructions
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely mid carefully.
IMPORTANT - Ol,se,,'e.llg,,ve,'.i.g
Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instruc- dons for the consumer's and local inspector's use.
Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with
your Owner's Manual for flmu'e reterence.
Skill Level - Installation of this dishwasher requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. Proper installa- tion is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the GE Appliance Waxranty.
Completion Time - 1 to 3 Hours, New installations
require more time than replacement installations.
IMPORTANT - The_lish,,'.she,MUST_,e
installed to alhm tot fllture remoxal fl'om the enclo- sure if serxice is required,
If wm receixed a damaged dislmasher, you should immediateh' contact your dealer O1"builder.
Optional Accessories - See the o,vne,"s M.n_,.1
for axailable 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.
Installation Preparation
PARTS SUPPLIED:
[] Two#8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8"long to
secure dishwasher to underside of countertop orto side of cabinetry. (Tapedtotop or side of
dishwasher.)
[] Side and top trim pieces [] 2 Side mounting brackets with 4mounting screws
(for non-wood countertops) on some models
2Wood Screws
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED :
[] Ferrule,compression nut and 90° Elbow(3/8"NPTexternal
thread on one end,opposite end sizedto fit water supply) [] Thread seal tape [] ULListed wire nuts (3)
Materials 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 [] Screwtype hose clamps
[] Strain relieffor electrical connection. [] Handshut-off valve (recommended)
[] Water line 3/8"min. copper or 1/2"rain. plastic
(plastic must betested for temperature and pressure)
[] Couplerfor extending drain line, if applicable
Trim Pieces
(somemodels)
4,#8 Pan head Phillips Screws Side Mounting Brackets
3/8"long for side mounting (some models)
(somemodels)
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90° Elbow, Valve Thread Ferrule and SealTape
Compression Nut
Electrical Cable
Waste Tee
Air Gap
(or Power Cord,if applicable)
Screw Type Strain Relief Hose Clamps
Wire Nuts (3)
Hot Water line
Coupler
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:
[] Phillips head screwdriver [] 5/16"and 1/4"nutdriver
[] 6"Adjustable wrench [] Level
[] Carpenters square [] Measuring tape [] Safety glasses [] Flashlight [] Bucketto catch water when flushing the line [] 15/16"socket (optional for skid removal)
[] Gloves
For New Installations Only:
[] Tubingcutter [] Drill and appropriate bits
[] Hole saw set
15/16"Socket
Gloves
Screwdriver
Flashlight
Bucket
2
and 5/16" Nutdriver
Safety Glasses
Hole Saw Set
6"Adjustable Wrench
Level
Carpenters Square
TubingCutter
Measuring Tape
Drill and Bits
Installation Preparation
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
%I/2"±I/4" Undersideof
Countermp
toFloor
Figure_A _//_
TbbWallArea
Pipesorwires
FloorMUSTbeEven
WithRoomFloor.
of
3abinets
Square
and Plumb
24"
Min,
The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 10 fl_et in length fin" proper drainage.
The dishwasher inust be flfllv enclosed on the top, sides and back, and must not support any part of the
ench)sure.
CLEARANCES:When installed into a corner,
allow 2" rain.clearance between dishwasher and
adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances. Allow
28-3/8"rain. clearance from the front of the
dishwasher for door opening. Figure B
Countertop
{ - 28-3/8"
The rough cabinet opening must be at lea,'t 24 deep, 24" _dde and approximately : 4-1/2 high from floor to
underside of the countertop.
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
Folhm local codes and ordinances.
Do not exceed 10 teet distance to drain.
Note: This dishwasher is equipped with a high drain
loop. There is no iiliniiiltlii1 height Yeq uired fk)i"drain hose routing. However, 18" minimum from floor to
center of waste tee or disposer inlet is required. See Figure D.
DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD
The type of drain installation depends on the following
question. [] 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.
FigureB
FigureC
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 manufacturers instructions.
CABINET PREPARATION
Drill a l-1/2" dia. hole in the cabinet wall within the shaded areas shown in Figure A fin" the drain hose connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp
edges.
IMPORTANT: When connect-
ing drain line to disposer, check to be sure that drain plug has been
removed. DISH_kASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
FigureD
Method 2 - Built-in "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or Disposer
Remove
Hopper
Plug
Installation Preparation
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove
house fllse or open circuit breaker
before begilming installation. Do not
use an extension cord or adapter phlg
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 90 ampere circuit breaker
or time delay fllse.
Wiring illtist be 2 wire with ground and rated tor 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 comaected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be 1"/lll with the circuit conductors and be com_ected 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 malflmction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resis- tance tk)r electric current. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug inust be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Cabinet
FigureE Black
with power cord: Do not modit_' the plug provided with
the appliance: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed bv a qualified technician.
Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing
The wiring may enter the opening fl'om either side, rear or the floor within the shaded area.
Cut a 1-1/2" max. dia. hole to admit the electrical cable. Cable direct com_ections 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.
Electrical Connection to Dishwasher
Electrical com_ection is on the right fl'ont of dishwasher.
For cable direct com_ections the cable must be routed as shown in Figure E. Cable must extend a minimum of
24" fl'om the rear wall.
For power cord connections, install a 3-prong ground- ing type receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall, 6" rain. or 18" max. fl'om the opening, 6" to 18" above the floor.
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