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

codes and ordinances,

• 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

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.

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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