GE GSD6300J10BB, GSD6300J10WW, GSD6660G10SS, PDW7712N10BB, PDW7712N10SS Installation Guide

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Installation

Built-In Dishwasher

Instructions

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•IMPORTANT - C.,se,,'e.Ug,,,'e,',,i,,g

codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instruc-

ti(ms for the consumer's and local inspector's use.

• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with

your (-)wiper's Manual fi)r fllture retbrei_ce.

• 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 m ore tim e than replacement installation s.

•IMPORTANT - Thedish,,'.she,MUST_,e

installed to alhm tot fllture remoxal fl'om the enclo- sure if serxice is required.

If vou receixed a damaged dislmasher, you should immediateh' contact your dealer or builder.

Optional Accessories - See the o,vne,"s m.n_,.1

fin" 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 bracketswith 4 mounting 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 sealtape [] ULListed wire nuts (3)

Materials For New Installations Only:

[] Air gap for drainhose,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"rain.copper or 1/2" rain.plastic

(plastic must betested for temperature and pressure)

[] Couplerfor extending drain line, if applicable

Trim Pieces

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

34--I/2"_+I/4" Undersideof

Counter'[op

toFloor

Figure[_A _//_

ThisWallArea

Pipesorwires

FloorMUSTbeEven

WithRoomFloor.

3abinets

Square

and Plumb

24"

Min,

• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no m ore than 10 tibet in length for proper drainage.

• The dishwasher must be fifllv enclosed on the top, sides and back, mad must not support may part of the

enclostlre,

CLEARANCES:When installed into a corner,

allow 2" min. 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" _i(le and approximately : 4-1/2 high fl'om floor to

underside of the countertop.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

• Follov, local codes and ordinances.

• Do not exceed 10 ti_et (listance to drain.

Note: This dishwasher is equipped with a high drain

loop. There is no minimum height required for drain hose routing. Howevei, 18" illinillltllll ti'Olll f]ooi" to

center of waste tee or disposer inlet is reqtfired. 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 codesand ordinances. The air gap must be installed according to manufacturers instructions.

CABINET PREPARATION

• Drill a 1-1/2" 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 disposei, check to be sure that drain plug has been

removed. DISH_&SHER 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 20 ampere circuit breaker

or time delay fllse.

• Wiring intist be 2 wire with ground and rated tot 75°C

(176°F).

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

Gromlding Instructions-Cable Direct This appliance must be comaected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding

conductor must be i'/ln with tile circuit conductors and be com_ected to tile equipment grounding terminal or

lead on tile appliance.

Grounding Instructions-Power Cord Models This appliance must be grounded. In tile event of a malflmction or breakdown, grounding will reduce tile risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resis- tance tor electric current. This appliance is equipped

with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor

and a grounding plug. Tile plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in

accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Alternate -_"", Receptaclet \

FigureE Black

with power cord: Do not modit_' tile plug provided with

tile appliance: if it will not fit tile outlet, have a proper outlet installed bv a qualified technician.

Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing

• Tile wiring may enter tile opening fl'om either side, rear or tile floor within tile shaded area.

• Cut a 1-1/2" max. dia. hole to admit tile electrical cable. Cable direct com_ections may pass through tile same

hole as tile drain hose and hot water line, if convenient. If cabinet wall is metal, tile hole edge i,/ust 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 fi'ont of dishwasher.

• For cable direct comlections the cable must be routed as shown in Figure E. Cable Inust extelld a minimum of

24" fi'om tile rear wall.

• For power cord comaections, install a 3-prong ground- ing type receptacle in tile sink cabinet rear wall, 6" rain. or 18" max. fl'om tile opening, 6" to 18" above tile floor.

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