GE Monogram ZBD6890K, ZBD6880K Drain Requirements, Determine Drain Method, Cabinet Preparation

Installation Preparation

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.

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.

Figure C

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

18"	18"
Min.	Min.

Figure D

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

Remove

Hopper

Plug

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