GE PDW8400JWW, PDW8400JBB, PDW8400JCC installation instructions Pretest Check List, Warranty

Dishwasher Installation

STEP 18 – CONNECT POWER SUPPLY		STEP 19 – 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
• Locate junction box cover set aside in Step 1.		warranty.
• Secure house wiring to the back of the junction box with a		■ Check to be sure power is OFF.
strain relief.
• Locate the three dishwasher wires, (white, black and green)		■ Open door and remove all foam and paper packaging.
with stripped ends. Insert dishwasher wires through the small		■ Locate the Owner’s Manual set aside in step 1.
hole in the junction box. Connect like colored dishwasher and
power cable wires using UL listed wire nuts of appropiate size.		■ Read the Owner’s Manual for operating instructions.
• Install the junction box cover. Check to be sure that wires are		■ Check door opening and closing. If door does not open and
not pinched under the cover.
		close freely, check for proper routing of spring cable over
		pulley. If door drops or closes when released, adjust spring
		tension. See Step 3, Figure J.
		■ Check to be sure that wiring is secure under the dishwasher,
		not pinched or in contact with door springs or other
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		■ Check door alignment with tub. If door hits tub, level
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		dishwasher. See Step 14.
		■ Pull lower rack out, about halfway. Check to be sure it does
Figure II		not roll back or forward on the door. If the rack moves,
		adjust leveling legs. See Step 14.
		■ Check door alignment with cabinet. If door hits cabinet,
WARNING		reposition or relevel dishwasher. See Steps 13, 14 and 15.
If house wiring is not 2-wire with ground, a		■ Check that door spring does not contact water line, fill hose,
ground must be provided by the installer.
		or other components. See Step 16.
When house wiring is aluminum, be sure to
		■ Verify water supply and drain lines are not kinked or in
use UL Listed anti-oxidant compound and
aluminum- to-copper connectors		contact with other components. Contact with motor or
		dishwasher frame could cause noise. See Steps 9 and 11.

■ Turn on the sink hot water faucet and verify water temperature. Incoming water temperature must be between 120°F and 150°F. A minimum of 120°F temperature is required for best wash performance. See “Prepare Hot Water Supply,” page 6.

■ Add 2 quarts of water to the bottom of the dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal.

■ Turn on water supply. Check for leaks. Tighten connections if needed.

■ Remove protective film if present from the control panel and door.

■ Avoid service call charges by ensuring there is an air gap or drain hose routed through the required 32" minimum height.

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