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Installation Instructions
Built-In Dishwasher
If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com.
In Canada, please call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
WARNING
•
persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is
completely enclosed at the time of installation.
• 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.
• The improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with
in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.
• If house wiring is not 2-wire with ground, a ground
must be provided by the installer. When house wiring
is aluminum, be sure to use UL-Listed anti-oxidant
compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.
CAUTION
Do not remove wood base until you are ready to install the
dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over when the door is
opened if base is removed.
Printed in the United States
CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Tub trim does not interfere with the door
Dishwasher is square and level at both the top and bottom
of the cabinet opening, with no twisting or distortion of the
tub or door
Drain hose is not pinched between the dishwasher and
READ CAREFULLY
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS shown
throughout these instructions. While performing installations
described in this booklet, gloves, safety glasses or goggles
should be worn.
IMPORTANT –
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 – 1 to 3 Hours. New installations require
more time than replacement installations.
IMPORTANT –
allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is required.
Care should be exercised when the appliance is installed or removed,
to reduce the likelihood of damage to the power supply cord.
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.
Your dishwasher is a water heating appliance.
Observe all governing codes and
The dishwasher MUST be installed to
31-31560 02-16 GE
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Built-In Dishwasher If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, please call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.geappliances.ca FOR YOUR SAFETY BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read and observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS shown Read these instructions completely and carefully. -
Page 2: Materials You Will Need
• Screw-type hose clamps Air Gap • Strain relief for electrical connection • Hand shut-off valve (recommended) • Hot Water Line–3/8" minimum, copper tubing (including ferrule, compression nut) or GE Part # Optional Hot Water Line WX28X326, flexible braided hose. Hand 12' Drain Hose •... -
Page 3: Prepare Dishwasher Enclosure
Installation Preparation PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE WARNING installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation. • The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no This Wall Area more than 12' in length for proper drainage. must be Free •... -
Page 4: Prepare Electrical Wiring
Installation Preparation PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING Alternate Receptacle Location in Adjacent WARNING Cabinet FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker 18" before beginning installation. Do not use an extension cord or 1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.) Receptacle adapter plug with this appliance. Location 18"... -
Page 5: Water Line Connection
Installation Preparation PREPARE HOT WATER LINE CAUTION NOTE: GE recommends copper tubing for the water line, but if Do not remove wood base until you are ready to install the WX28X326 dishwasher. The dishwasher will tip over when the door is braided hose. -
Page 6: Step 3: Remove Wood Base, Install Leveling Legs
Dishwasher Installation STEP 1: PREPARATION STEP 3: REMOVE WOOD BASE, INSTALL LEVELING LEGS Locate the items in the installation package: • Screws IMPORTANT – • Junction box cover • Drain hose and clamp Damage will occur. • Mounting brackets • Move the dishwasher close to the installation location and lay •... -
Page 7: Step 7: Install Drain Hose To Drain Loop
Dishwasher Installation STEP 5: IF NECESSARY, REMOVE FLOOR STEP 8: POSITION WATER LINE PROTECT PAN (on some models) AND HOUSE WIRING • Disconnect leak sensor wire Squeeze connector at top • Position water supply line and house wiring on the floor of to release snap feature (on some models). -
Page 8: Step 12: Install Mounting Brackets
Dishwasher Installation STEP 10: SLIDE DISHWASHER THREE-FOURTHS STEP 12: INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKETS OF THE WAY INTO CABINET You will need the mounting brackets and 2 #8 hex-head screws set aside in Step 1. IMPORTANT – Do not push against front panel with You must install the mounting brackets onto the dishwasher tub knees. -
Page 9: Step 13: Push Dishwasher Into Final Position
Dishwasher Installation STEP 13: PUSH DISHWASHER INTO • Open and close the dishwasher door to be sure it operates FINAL POSITION • Check the tub insulation blanket, if equipped, to be sure it is smoothly wrapped around the tub. It should not be “bunched up”... -
Page 10: Step 14: Level Dishwasher
Dishwasher Installation STEP 14: LEVEL DISHWASHER Tip: Prevent unnecessary service charges. Verify dishwasher is leveled. – IMPORTANT Pull the dish racks half way out. They should stay put. Open and Dishwasher must be level for hitting the side of the tub. If the racks roll on their own, or the door proper dish rack operation, hits the side of tub, relevel the dishwasher. -
Page 11: Step 16: Connect Water Supply
Dishwasher Installation STEP 15: POSITION DISHWASHER, SECURE Method 2 TO COUNTERTOP OR CABINET Secure dishwasher to cabinet sides. • Recheck alignment of the dishwasher in the cabinet. Refer In this step you will need the 2 Phillips special head screws to Steps 13 and 14. -
Page 12: Step 17: Connect Drain Line
Dishwasher Installation STEP 17: CONNECT DRAIN LINE • Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using the previously determined method. Secure hose with a screw- The molded end of the drain hose will fit 5/8" through 1" type clamp. -
Page 13: Step 18: Connect Power Supply
• Check that door spring does not contact water line, fill hose, • If using a Power Cord Kit, use GE part number WX09X70910 wiring or other components. See Step 13. or WX09X70911 and refer to the included instructions. -
Page 14: Step 20: Dishwasher Wet Test
Dishwasher Installation STEP 20: DISHWASHER WET TEST STEP 21: REPLACE FLOOR PROTECT PAN (on some models) • Turn on power supply or plug power cord into outlet, if equipped. lock slots are close to engaging the side mounting tabs on •... -
Page 15: Step 23: Replace Toekick
Dishwasher Installation STEP 23: REPLACE TOEKICK STEP 22: POSITION SOUND INSULATION PIECE (on some models) • Place toekick against the legs of the dishwasher. • Locate the sound insulation package inside the dishwasher. • Stand the parts upright as shown. Dishwasher Door T o e k i c k... - Page 16 NOTE: While performing installations described in this book, safety glasses or goggles should be worn. NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at GE Appliances. Therefore, materials, without notice. Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 GEAppliances.com...