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GE Consumer & Industrial
Appliances
Installation Instructions
Built-In Dishwasher
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
IMPORTANT – The dishwasher MUST
S T O P
be installed to allow for future removal from the enclosure
Read these instructions completely and
if service is required.
carefully.
If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should
immediately contact your dealer o
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Installation Preparation PARTS SUPPLIED: ■ Two #8-18 x 5/8" Phillips special head screws, to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or #8 Phillips Hex-Head ����������� �� Special Head Screws sides of cabinets. (Screws located in user bag.) Screw 5/8” long 1/2" long ■ Side and top trim pieces #8 Phillips Special ■ Trim Panel Accessory Kit (not shown). Trim Pieces Head Screws Model PDW9700 only ■ Drain Hose, Drain Hose Hanger and Hose Clamp D i s h w a s h e r T r i m P i e c e s ■ He
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Installation Preparation • The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE more than 10’ 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. � � � � � � � � � � � � �� �� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � CLEARAN
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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, 60Hz., and ������� connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit ��� protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker
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Installation Instructions PREPARE HOT WATER LINE STEP 1 INSTALL TRIM PIECES • The line may enter from either side, rear or floor within the • Locate trim strips inside dishwasher. shaded area shown in Figure F. • Press trim onto the tub flange on each side. Start with the top • The line may pass through the same hole as the electrical edge, pressing on as you move towards the bottom. cable and drain hose. Or, cut an additional 1-1/2" diameter • Press the two top trim pieces on each side of the
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Installation Instructions PDW9200-PDW9900, CDW9000 Series STEP 4 REMOVE TOEKICK • Remove the 2 toekick screws and toekick. Set aside for use in �������� Step 19. �������� ���� � ���� ��� � ��� ������� ��� Figure K STEP 5 REMOVE TOEKICK BRACE ��������� Only for PDW9700 series and PDW9900 series, otherwise ������ proceed to Step 6. • Remove the 2 toekick brace screws (from the upper set of �������� mounting ������� holes) and �������� �������� toekick brace. �������������� �����
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Installation Instructions • Push hose over the drain outlet on the back side of the STEP 7 INSTALL 90° ELBOW dishwasher. See Figure P. Push the hose over the outlet and • Wrap 90° elbow with thread seal tape. against the shoulder stop. • Install a 90° elbow onto the water valve. • Tighten the hose clamp with a 1/4" nut driver. ������������������� ���������� ������� ����� ���� ����������� ����� ������� ���� ����� �� � ������ ����� ���� ���������� ���� ��������� Figure Q ������ ��������� • Posit
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Installation Instructions STEP 11 POSITION DISHWASHER UNDER ��������������������� ���������������� COUNTERTOP ���������������� • Push the dishwasher into the cabinet. • Push the sides with your hands. Do not use your knee against the door since door damage will occur. • Check that the tub insulation blanket does not get “bunched-up” or interfere with the springs as you slide it into the cabinet. • Center the dishwasher in the opening. ��������� • Front of door panel should be flush with fa
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Installation Instructions STEP 12 LEVEL DISHWASHER STEP 13 SECURE DISHWASHER TO COUNTERTOP OR CABINET IMPORTANT – Dishwasher must be level for proper In this step you will need dish rack operation and wash performance. ������������� the 2 Phillips special head ����� ��� • For PDW9200-PDW9900, CDW9000 Series: Make sure screws set aside prior to 1/2" minimum gap is maintained (see Figure X). Step 1. The dishwasher • Place level on door to check that the dishwasher is level side- must be s
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Installation Instructions C o mp r e s s i on N u t STEP 14 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY F e r r u l e Connect water supply line to the 90° elbow. • Slide compression nut, then ferrule over end of water line. • Insert water line into 90° elbow. H o t W a t e r 9 0° El b o w • Slide ferrule against elbow and secure with compression nut. Su p ply L in e IMPORTANT – Check to be sure that door spring does not rub or contact the fill hose or water supply line. Test by opening and closing the door. Reroute
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Installation Instructions STEP 16 CONNECT POWER SUPPLY STEP 17 PRETEST CHECK LIST Skip this step if dishwasher is equipped with power cord. Review this list after installing your dishwasher to Verify that power is turned off at the source. avoid charges for a service call that is not covered by your If a power cord with plug is used, proceed to Step 16. warranty. • Locate the junction box cover within the user bag. ■ Check to be sure power is OFF. • Secure house wiring to the back of the junct
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� ��� ��������� � ��� ��� Installation Instructions STEP 18 DISHWASHER WET TEST STEP 19 REPLACE TOEKICK BRACE AND ■ Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into outlet, TOEKICK if equipped). • Replace toekick brace and attach with screws set aside in Step 4 (the lower set of mounting holes may be used if ■ Start the unit to check for leaks. desired). Only for PDW9700 series and PDW9900 series. PDW8200-PDW8900 Series: • Place toekick against the legs of the dishwasher. – Latch door – Pu
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SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE GE Consumer & Industrial General Electric Company Louisville, Kentucky 40225 © 2007 General Electric Company Pub. No. 31-30233 ge.com Dwg. No. 206C1559P172 ND 07D-2219 (4/07)
