Installation Preparation–Hot Water Supply

PREPARE HOT WATER SUPPLY

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 an additional 1-1/2" diameter hole may be cut to accommodate the water line. If a power cord with plug is used, the water line must not pass through the 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.

 

1-1/2" Dia.

4"

5" 4"

 

5"

 

Shut-off Hole

 

 

Hot

Valve

 

 

 

 

 

 

2"

 

6"

 

 

 

 

From

19" From Wall

 

Cabinet

 

Cabinet Face

Figure F

2" 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.)

•The water connection is on the bottom left side of the dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using 3/8" or larger copper tubing. Route the line as shown in Figure F and extend forward at least 19" from rear wall.

•Adjust the water heater to deliver water between 120°F and 150°F.

•Flush water line to clean out debris. Use a bucket to catch water and debris.

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

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GE PDW8400JBB Installation Preparation-Hot Water Supply, Prepare HOT Water Supply, Hot Water Line, Water Line Connection
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PDW8400JWW, PDW8400JCC, PDW8400JBB specifications

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