GE PDW9200, PDW8100, PDW8600, PDW8500, PDW8700 User Manual

Observe all

Installation

Instructions

Built-In

Dishwasher

If you have questions, call 800-GECARES or visit our website at: www.GEAppliances.com

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

IMPORTANT –

governing codes and ordinances.

•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions for the consumer’s and local inspector’s use.

•Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions with your Owner’s Manual for future reference.

•Skill Level – 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.

•Completion Time – 1 to 3 Hours. New installations require more time than replacement installations.

IMPORTANT – The dishwasher MUST be installed to allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is required.

If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should immediately contact your dealer or builder.

Optional Accessories – See the Owner’s Manual for available 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.

PDW8100 Series	PDW8800 Series
PDW8200 Series	PDW9200 Series
PDW8500 Series	PDW9700 Series*
PDW8600 Series	PDW9800 Series
PDW8700 Series

*For PDW9700 Series also refer to the Instructions provided on the template packed with that model.

Pub. No. 31-30561-1

Dwg. No. 206C1559P101

(N.D. 756) 6/03–Rev.

Installation Preparation

PARTS SUPPLIED:

Two #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8" long to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or sides of cabinetry. (Taped to top or side of dishwasher.)

Side and top trim pieces

Trim Panel Accessory Kit (not shown). Model PDW9700 only

Drain Hose and Hose Clamp

2 Wood Screws

Trim Pieces (some models)

Drain Hose	Hose Clamp

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED :

Ferrule, compression nut and 90° Elbow (3/8"NPT external thread on one end, opposite end sized to fit water supply)

Thread seal tape

UL Listed wire nuts (3)

Materials For New Installations Only:

	Hand	Wire Nuts (3)
90° Elbow,	Shut-Off	Thread
Ferrule and	Valve	Seal Tape
Compression Nut

	Air gap for drain hose, if required		Electrical Cable
	Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable			Hot Water line
	Electrical cable or power cord, if applicable		(or Power Cord, if applicable)
	Screw type hose clamps
	Strain relief for electrical connection.
	Hand shut-off valve	Waste Tee		Coupler
	Water line 3/8" min. copper		Screw Type
				Strain Relief
	Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable	Air Gap	Hose Clamps

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:

	Phillips head screwdriver	Phillips
		Head
	5/16" and 1/4" nutdriver
		Screwdriver
	6" Adjustable wrench
	Level
	Carpenters square
	Measuring tape

	Safety glasses	15/16" Socket
	Flashlight
	Bucket to catch water when flushing the line
	15/16" socket (optional for skid removal)	Flashlight
	Gloves

For New Installations Only:

Tubing cutter

Drill and appropriate bits
Hole saw set	Gloves	Bucket

	Level
1/4"
and 5/16"
Nutdriver
	Carpenters
6" Adjustable	Square
Wrench
	Tubing Cutter
	Measuring Tape
Safety Glasses

Drill and Bits

Hole Saw Set

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Installation Preparation

PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE

			This Wall Area
			must be Free of
	34-1/2"± 1/4"		Pipes or wires			24"
	Underside of		5"	4"	5"	4" Min.
		Countertop
		to Floor					Cabinets
						6"	Square
							and
				24" Min.			Plumb
		Floor MUST
	Figure A	be Even with		Plumbing and Electric Service
		Room Floor		Must Enter Shaded Area

•The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep, 24" wide and approximately 34-1/2" high from floor to underside of the countertop.

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

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation.

CLEARANCES: When installed into a corner, allow 2" min. clearance between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances. Allow 28-3/8" min. clearance from the front of the dishwasher for door opening. Figure B

Countertop

Dishwasher

28-3/8"

Clearance for Door Opening 2" Minimum

Figure B

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

•Follow local codes and ordinances.

•Do not exceed 10 feet distance to drain.

•Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the dishwasher drain hose.

NOTE: This dishwasher is equipped with a high drain loop. There is no minimum height required for 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.

CABINET PREPARATION

•Drill a 1-1/2" dia. hole in the cabinet wall within the shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hose connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp edges.

IMPORTANT: When connecting								Remove
drain line to disposer, check to be								Hopper
sure that drain plug has been								Plug
removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT
DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.

Figure C

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.

18"	18"
Min.	Min.

Figure D

Method 2 – Built-in “High Drain Loop” with Waste Tee or Disposer

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Installation Preparation

PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING

WARNING

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug 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 fuse.

•Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 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 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.

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.

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 that the appliance is properly grounded.

	Alternate
	Receptacle
	Location
	18"
	1-1/2" Dia.
18"	Hole (Max.)
6"	6"		3"
			from
		24"	Cabinet
	Receptacle	from Wall
	Location
	Area	Ground
Figure E		Black	White

For models equipped with power cord: Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified technician.

Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing

•The wiring may enter the opening from 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 connections 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 connection is on the right front of dishwasher.

•For cable direct connections the cable must be routed as shown in Figure E. Cable must extend a minimum of 24" from the rear wall.

•For power cord connections, install a 3-prong grounding type receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall, 6" min. or 18" max. from the opening, 6" to 18" above the floor.

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