GE Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions, Prepare Hot Water Line, Check Door Balance

Installation Instructions

PREPARE HOT WATER LINE

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

•The line may pass through the same hole as the electrical cable and drain hose. Or, cut an additional 1-1/2" dia. hole to accommodate the water line. If power cord with plug is used, water line must not pass through power cord hole.

CAUTION:

The hot water supply line pressure must be at least 20 psi. Lower pressures could cause the water valve to leak and cause water damage.

Shut-off	1-1/2" Dia.
Valve	Hole
Hot
2"
From	18" From Wall
Cabinet

	BEFORE YOU BEGIN
STOP	Locate and set aside the package containing
	2 Phillips head countertop mounting screws
	and 2 additional toekick screws (located in
	the literature package).

STEP 1 CHECK DOOR BALANCE

To check the door balance, hold the top of the dishwasher firmly.

•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 spring tension.

•Models have different spring mounting and tension methods. Refer to the appropriate figure for your model.

Increase

Decrease

Cabinet Face

Figure F

3" 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.)

•Water connection is on the left side of the dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using no less than 3/8" O.D. copper tubing. Route the line as shown in Figure F and extend forward at least 18" from rear wall.

•Adjust water heater for 120°F to 150°F temperature.

•Flush water line to clean out debris.

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

CAUTION:

Opening the door will cause the dishwasher to tip forward. Do not open the door until you are ready

to install the dishwasher. If it is necessary to open the door, hold the top of the dishwasher securely with one hand and hold the door with the other hand.

Figure G

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Figure H PDW1800_II models only

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