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Appliances

Installation Instructions

Built-In Dishwasher

If you have questions, call 800.6E.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: 6EAppliances.com

In Canada call 1.800.561.3344 or www.GEAppliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

IM PORTANT- Observe allgoverningcodes 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, electrical and plumbing skills. Proper

installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See warranty information.

• Completion Time - I to 3 Hours. New installations require more time than replacement installations.

READ CAREFULLY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Stainless Steel Tub Models

IM PORTANT- The dishwasherMUST

be installedtoallowforfutureremovalfromtheenclosure ifserviceisrequired.

Ifyou 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 and either safety glasses or goggles should be worn.

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Installation Preparation

PARTS SUPPLIED WITH INSTALLATION KIT:

[] Two #8-18 x 5/8" Phillips special head screws, to

secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or sides of cabinets.

[] Junction box cover and #10-1/2" hex-head screw [] Side and top trim

[] Trim Panel Accessory Kit (not shown)

(Custom panel models only) [] Sound upgrade kit (some models) [] Drain hose (78'1, drain hose hanger and hose

clamp [] Literature, product samples and/or coupons [] Hard water test strip (Models with Bulk Dispenser) [] Countertop Bracket Kit

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:

[] Air gap for drain hose, if required [] Waste tee for house plumbing, if applicable [] Electrical cable or power cord, if applicable [] Screw-type hose clumps

[] Strain relief for electrical connection [] Hand shut-off valve

[] Water line3/8" min. copper [] Coupler for extending drain line, if applicable

[] GPF10L10' drain hose, if needed

Screw Kit

#8 Phillips #10 Hex-Head Special Head Screws J-Box Screw

5/8" long 112"long

Drain Hose Hanger

Junction Box

C°ver'__ Top Trim

Countertop Bracket Kit

#8 Phillips Pan-head Top-Mounting Screws 3/8" long for Brackets

top-mounting

Side Trim (2)

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90° Elbow, Ferrule and

Compression Nut

Waste Tee

• Hard Water Test Strip

Bulk Dispenser) Drain Hose (78")

Hand Wire Nuts (3)

Shut-Off Valve

(or Power Cord, if applicable)

Air Gap

Screw-Tgpe

Hose Clamps

Thread Seal Tape

Hot Water Line

Strain Relief Coupler

HoseClamp

GPFIOL 10' Drain Hose

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:

[] Phillips-head screwdriver [] 1/4" and 5/16" nutdriver

[] 6" Adjustable wrench [] Level

[] Carpenter's square [] Measuring tape [] Safety glasses [] Flashlight [] Bucket to catch water when flushing the line

[] 15/16" socket [] Gloves

For New Installations Onlg:

[] Tubing cutter [] Drill and appropriate bits

[] Hole saw set

Phillip., Head

Screwdriver

i14" and 15116" Socket

Flashlight

Gloves

5/16" Nutdriver

6" Adjustable

Wrench

Safetg Glasses

Bucket Hole Saw Set

Level

Tubing Cutter

Measuring Tape

Drill and Bits

]

Carpenter's Square

Installation Preparation-Enclosure

PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE

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

the time of installation.

Para reducir el riesgo de choque, incendio o lesi6n a personas, el instalador se debe cerciorar de que la lavadora est_ completamente cerrada en el momento

de la instalaci6n.

• The rough cabinet opening must hove a minimum width and depth of 24" and height of 34-1/2" _+Z/4" from the floor to the underside of the countertop.

• The back wall should be free of pipes or wires.

• Adjacent cabinets should be square and plumb to ensure a good fit. Refer to Figure A

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

• Provide at least 28-3/8" in front of the dishwasher to allow the dishwasher door to open fully. Refer to Figure B

• The dishwasher must be installed no more than ZOfeet from sink for proper drainage.

• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and back.

• The dishwasher must not support any part of the enclosure.

Figure B

Countertop

Dishwasher

2" Minimum

28-3/8" Minimum

Clearances: In o corner insto[k]tion, provide at

least 2" clearance between the dishwasher and the adjacent

cabinet, wall, or other appliance. Provide at least 28 3/8" of clearance

in front of the dishwasher.

34-1/2" _+1/4"

Underside of

Countertop

to Floor

Square

and

Plumb

Floor MUST

be Even with

Room Floor

Figure A

Plumbing and Electric Service

Must Enter Shaded Area

• Hake sure the floor is level inside the opening and even with the finished floor of the kitchen. This will facilitate removal

of the dishwasher at o later date for service, if needed.

Special consideration for a dishwasher installed on a elevated platform

The elevated platform must be riot and level.

Installation Preparation-Drain

PREPARE DRAIN PLUMBING

Drain Requirements

• Drain hose must not exceed 10 feet in length.

• A high drain loop or air gap is required. See below. Drain Method

The type of drain installation depends on the following:

• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?

• Iswaste tee less than 18" above the floor? If the answer to either question is yes, an air gap must be used.

Referto Method 1 (Figure C)in the adjacent illustrations.

If both answers are no, either an air gap or high drain loop may be used. Refer to Method 1 (Figure C)or Method 2 (Figure D) in the adjacent illustrations

NOTE: Drain hose elevation must not exceed 48".

Special consideration for a dishwasher installed on a elevated platform

Ifthe dishwasher isinstalled on an elevated platform, a high

drain loop of at least 32" above the platform must be provided

in addition to the air gap or drain loop requirement determined

above. This is necessary for proper drain performance.

METHOD 1-Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer

Figure C

Waste Tee Installation

METHOD 2-High Drain Loop with Waste Tee

or Disposer

Usethe drain hose hanger included in the installation kit to attach the drain hose to the underside of the countertop. Attachment will be made in a later step.

Disposer Installation

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Figure D

Waste Tee Installation

DisposerInstallation

CAUTION

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

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

damage.

PRECAUCION

SEDEBEUSARun espacio de aire si la manguera de drenaje se conecta a la Tde desechos o al triturador menos de 18" por encima del nivel del piso. No disponer la altura correcta de la conexi6n del drenaje con un espacio de aire o 32" de minimo, una curva alta de drenaje resultar6 en un drenaje incorrecto de la lavadora, Io que pude causar da_os.

Install waste tee or disposer and the air gap according to the

manufacturer's instructions.

Cabinet Preparation for drain line

Drill a 1-1/2" diameter hole in the cabinet wall within the

shaded area shown in Figure A for the drain hose. Make

sure there are no sharp edges. The drain hose will be passed through this hole and connected to the drain in a later step.

IMPORTANT- When

connecting the drain line to a

disposer, check to be sure that

drain plug has been removed.

Dishwasher will not drain if

plug is left in place.

Drain

Plug

4 Remove

Installation Preparation-Electrical Supply

PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING

FOR PERSONALSAFETY: Remove house fuse

or open circuit breaker before beginning

installation. Do not use an extension cord or

adapter plug with this appliance.

PARASEGURIDAD PERSONAL: Retire el

fusible de la casa o abra el interruptor de circuitos antes de empezar la instalaci6n.

No use un cable de extensi6n o enchufe

adaptador con este aparato.

Electrical Requirements

• This appliance must be supplied with 120V,60Hz.,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-Permanent Connection 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. Inthe 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 isequipped with u 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.

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 gou are in doubt that the appliance is properlg grounded.

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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 and Wire Routing

• The wiring may enter the opening from either side, rear

or the floor within the shaded area dimensioned in Figure A and illustrated above.

• Cut o 1-1/2" max. diameter hole to admit the electrical cable.

Cable direct connections may pass through the some hole as the drain hose and hot water line, if convenient. If cabinet

wall ismetal, the hole edge must be covered with o bushing.

Note: Power cords with plug must pass through o 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 adjacent cabinet rear wall, 6" min. or 18" max. from the opening, 6" to 18" above the floor. The receptacle must be accessible and therefore cannot

be installed inthe back wall of the dishwasher enclosure.

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Location

1-1/2" Oio.

Hole(Max.)

Location

Area Ground

3"from

Cabinet

Le conexi6n incorrecta del conductor de

conexi6n a tierre del equipo puede resultar en choque el_ctrico. Consulte con un electricista calificado o representante

de servicio si tiene dudas de le conexi6n e tierre del epareto.

Installation Preparation-Hot Water Supplg

PREPARE HOT WATER SUPPLY

Hot Water Line

• The line may enter from either side, rear or floor within the shaded area shown in Figure F.

• The line may passthrough the same hole as the electrical cable and drain hose, or an additional 1-1/2" diameter hole

may be cut to accommodate the water line. If a power cord

with plug is used, the water line must not pass through the

power cord hole.

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The hot water supply line pressure must be at least 20 PSI.

Lower pressures could cause the water valve to leek and cause water damage.

_4L PRECAUCION

La linea de presi6n del suministro de agua caliente debe ser al menos 20 PSI.Presiones inferiores podrian causar que la v61vula del agua gotee g causar da5os por agua.

CAUTION

From

Cabinet

FigureF

2" From Floor

Water Line Connection

• Turn off the water supply.

• Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location, such as under the sink. (Optional, but strongly recommended

and may be required by local codes.)

• The water connection is on the bottom-left side of the dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using 3/8"

or larger copper tubing. Route the line as shown in Figure F and extend forward at least 19"from rear wall.

• Adjust the water heater to deliver water between 120°F and 150°F.

• Flush water lineto clean out debris. Usea bucket to catch water and debris.

• The hot water supply line pressure must be between 20 and 120 PSI.

Dishwasher Installation

CAUTION Adjust tension by moving spring hook to one of the three holes

Do not remove the wood base until you are ready to on the tub leg. install the dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over INCREASE

when the door is opened if the base is removed.

instalar la lavadora de platos. Cuando la puerta se abra,

I ore'tire la base de madera hasta que est(_listo para D AS

la lavadora de platos se inclinar6 si la base se retira.

Tgpe 1 - One-hole cable

STEP 1 - LOCATE INSTALLATION ITEMS

• Locate the items in the installation package and set aside for use in the listed steps.

• Trim pieces - Step 2

• Junction box cover - Step 7 or Step 19

• Drain hose and clamp - Step 10

• Countertop Bracket Kit - Step 12

• Screw Kit - Step 16

• Drain hose hanger - Step 18

• Owner's Manual- Step 20 and Step 25

• Hard Water test strip - Step 22

• Sound upgrade kit (selected models) - Step 2:3

• Product samples and/or coupons - Step 25

Figure H

Tgpe 2 - Three-hole cable Adjust tension by moving spring hook to one of the three holes on the pulley cable.

STEP 2 -INSTALL TRIM PIECES

Inthis step, you will need the trim pieces set aside in Step 1.

• Presstop trim piece onto top of tub flange. Start with the right edge and work your way to the left.

• Repeat process with the left and right trim pieces working

from the top down.

• Open and close the door to check that trim does not bind and does not interfere with door latch or door hinges.

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Trim Strip

Figure G

STEP 3 - CHECK DOOR BALANCE

• With dishwasher on the wood skid, check the door balance by opening and closing the door.

• If the door drops when released, increase the spring tension.

If the door rises when released, decrease the tension.

• There are two types of counterbalances and therefore two methods of adjustment. Identify which counterbalance is present and adjust tension accordingly. Please note: If there are :3holes on the cable, use the cable to adjust; if there is one hole on cable, use the tub leg to adjust.

Decrease

Figure I

Increase

Tension

After adjusting spring tension, open and close the door to

make sure the door operates smoothly. If the door is hard to move or if the spring cable binds, check the routing of the spring cable. The cable should be routed between the

shoulders of the pulley cable roller. If the cable is off the roller:

latch door, remove spring tension and route the cable between the shoulders of the roller. See FigureJ.

Pulle__

Shoulder

Figure J Correct Spring

Cqble Routing

IncorrectSpring CQbleRouting 7

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STEP 4 - REMOVE WOOD BASE,

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

IMPORTANT- Do not kick offwood base! Damage

will occur.

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

• Remove the four leveling legs on the underside of the wood base with an adjustable wrench or 15/16" socket.

• Discard base.

Figure K

STEP 7 - INSTALL POWER CORD

Skip this step if dishwasher will be permanently connected to the house electrical system. In this step you will need the junction box cover and the

#iO x Z/2" hex-head screw from the screw kit set aside in Step i.

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

ordinances. Maximum power cord length is 6 feet. Power Cord Kit WX09X709Z0, available for purchase from an authorized GEAppliance Dealer,meets these requirements.

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• Screw leveling legs back into the dishwasher frame

approximately Z/8" from frame as shown.

STEP 5 - REMOVE TOEKICK

• Removethe 2 toekick screws and toekick. Set aside for use in

Step 24.

Remove 2

Figure L

Toekick Screws

STEP 6 - REMOVE TOEKICK BRACE

Skip this step if your model does not have a sound upgrade kit. If your model does have a sound upgrade kit, this brace

must be removed.

• Remove the 2 toekick brace screws and

toekick brace, l

Discard brace and set screws aside

for use in

Step 2B.

Figure M

:emove 2

Toekick Screws

Figure N

• Install strain relief injunction box bracket.

• Insert power cord through strain relief and tighten.

• Make sure black, white and green dishwasher wires are threaded through small hole injunction box bracket.

• Connect like-colored dishwasher and power cord wires. If power cord wires are not color-coded, connect the ribbed power cord wire to the white dishwasher wire, the smooth power cord wire to the black dishwasher wire and the ground to the green dishwasher wire. Use UL-listed wire nuts of appropriate size.

• Install junction box cover set aside in Step i, using #iO hex- head screw. Besure wires are not pinched under the cover.

Dishwasher Installation

STEP 8 - INSTALL 90 ° ELBOW

• Wrap 90° elbow with thread seal tape.

• Install a 90° elbow onto the water valve. Front of Dishwasher

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Bracket

Elbow

90° _

'1 Hose

Thread

Figure O Seal Tape

• Do not overtighten the 90° elbow; water valve bracket could

bend or water valve fitting could break.

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

dishwasher.

STEP 9 - POSITION WATER LINE AND

HOUSE WIRING

• Position water supply line and house wiring

on the floor of the enclosure to avoid

interference with base of dishwasher

and components

under dishwasher.

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Water Wirin

STEP 10 - INSTALL DRAIN HOSE TO

DISHWASHER DRAIN PORT

In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp set aside in Step 1.

• Stand dishwasher upright.

• Place drain hose clamp over 1-3/16" inside diameter end of drain hose with the clamp screw positioned on the bottom

of the hose.

IM PORTANT- Prevent drain hose damage and

possible leaks. Be careful not to nick or cut the drain hose.

• Push the end of the drain hose over the drain pump outlet being careful not to disturb the check valve. Refer to Figure Q.

• Seat the drain hose end against the hose stops on the pump outlet.

• Position hose clamp against the front lip of the drain hose and tighten clamp.

NOTE:Drain hose supplied with dish-

washer is approxi- mately 78" long. If a longer hose is needed, a 120" long hose (10feet) may be purchased from

an authorized GEappliance

dealer. The Z0' long

hose is part

number

GPFIOL.

PumpOutlet HoseStop

Figure P

Figure Q

Tip: Avoid unnecessarg service charges. Make a leak free connection

Insert hose against stop on pump. Position clamp against front lip of drain hose with clamp screw on bottom side of hose. Tighten clamp to at least 15 inch-pounds of torque.

Tip: Reduce drain pump noise

Position drain hose clamp so screw ison the bottom side of the hose. This will prevent noise caused by the clamp coming in contact with the tub bottom. Refer to Figure O.

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STEP 11 -INSERT DRAIN HOSE

THROUGH CABINET

• Position dishwasher in front of cabinet opening. Insert drain hose into the hole in cabinet side. If a power cord is used, guide the end through a separate hole.

Drain

Hose Length 10'

Blanket

Hose

House Wiring

(If Power Cord

is NOT Used)

Power Cord

(if Used)

Figure R

Tip: Position water line and house wiring on the floor to avoid

interference with base of dishwasher.

STEP 12 - INSTALL COUNTERTOP BRACKETS

• Determine if your countertop is granite or a similar material that will not accept screws. If so, skip this step and go to step

1:3.

• If the countertop is wood or a wood-like material, install the countertop brackets set aside in step 1.

• Locate the inner set and outer set of mounting holes on the back side of the dishwasher tub frame.

Buttons

Bracket Outer-Set of Holes

Figure S

• Select the set of holes, inner-set or outer-set, that will locate the countertop brackets away from the buttons on the top of

the dishwasher door.

STEP 12 - INSTALL COUNTERTOP BRACKETS

(Continued)

• Fasten the 2 brackets to the back of the tub frame in the selected positions using the #8 pan-head screws included

with the kit. Correct

Buttons _'°_'°....: A00o.oomo_o:_i_..... <:_ _,o.....

Top of dishwasher door Incorrect ..>Bracket

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Do not install brackets over buttons or damage will occur

IMPORTANT-The bracketscan be mounted inthe

inner-set or outer-set hole locations. Youmust usethe location that positions the brackets over a non-button location on the

top of the door. Positioning the bracket over the push buttons will cause damage to the push buttons.

STEP 13 - SLIDE DISHWASHER THREE-

FOURTHS OF THE WAY INTO

CABINET

IMPORTANT- DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL

WITH KNEE.DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.

• Grasp the dishwasher by its sides and slide it into the opening a few inches at o time.

Front Door Panel With Knee. Damage to The

Door Panel Will Occur.

Figure U

• Asyou proceed, pull the drain hose through the opening under the sink. Stop pushing when the front of the dishwasher iso few inches forward of adjacent cabinets.

• Make sure drain hose isnot kinked under the dishwasher and there is no interference with the water line, wiring or any

other component.

Tip: Hake sure the dishwasher will fit in the cabinet. Check to

be sure the power cable, drain hose and hot water line are not trapped behind the dishwasher. Utility lines trapped behind the dishwasher prevent the dishwasher from being pushed fully

into the enclosure.

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