GE GFC1020 - Manual (Page 4)

ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
• Steel punch or wooden dowel
• Petroleum jelly or liquid soap
• Hose clamp
• Dishwasher drain connector
• Adjustable pipe wrench
• Plumber’s putty (for cast sinks)
• Stepped rubber drain adapter
• Wire nuts
• Cable connector
• Flexible drain pipe
• Power cord kit (Part Number PM3X215GDS)
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•
IMPORTANT –
Save these
instructions for local inspector’s use.
•
IMPORTANT –
Observe all
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time – 1 hour
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at:
GEAppliances.com
Installation Disposer
Instructions
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers
• Channel lock pliers, slip joint • Hammer
• Nut driver
PREPARATION
1. Disconnect electrical power supply to disposer.
2. Remove old disposer or sink flange assembly.
3. Inspect drain line. If it is heavily coated with hardened
grease and accumulations, rout out with a plumber’s
snake.
4. Remove old sealing materials and gasketing from sink
opening, both top and bottom.
NOTE: Top and bottom of sink surfaces must be free
of any materials to prevent leaks.