GE Built-In Dishwasher - Manual (Page 5)

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Installation Instructions
PREPARE HOT WATER LINE
• The line may enter from either side, rear or fl oor 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.
Figure F
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.
STOP
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Locate and set aside the package containing
2 Phillips head countertop mounting screws
and 2 additional toekick screws (located in
the literature package).
Figure G
STEP 1 CHECK DOOR BALANCE
To check the door balance, hold the top of the dishwasher
fi rmly.
• 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 fi gure for your model.
Figure H
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.
Cabinet Face
Shut-off
Valve
3" From Floor
18" From Wall
2"
From
Cabinet
1-1/2" Dia.
Hole
Hot
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PDW1800_II models only
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