Warning, Drain requirements, Important – GE ZDT800SSFSS User Manual

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• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24” deep,

24” wide and approximately 34-1/2” high from floor to
underside of the countertop.

• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no

more than 12’ in length for proper drainage.

• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top,

sides and back, and must not support any part of the
enclosure.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury

to persons, the installer must ensure that the

dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of

installation.

CLEARANCES:

• When installed into a corner, allow 2” min. clearance

between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other
appliances. Allow 28-3/8” min. clearance from the front of
the dishwasher for door opening. Figure B.

• Allow at least 6” between dishwasher and range or oven

appliances.

24"
Min.

This Wall Area
must be Free
of Pipes or
wires

Plumbing and Electric Service

Must Enter Inside This Area

4"

24"
Min.

6"

Cabinets
Square
and
Plumb

+

34-1/2" 1/4"

Underside of

Countertop

to Floor

Figure A

33-1/2” to 34-3/4”

Underside of

Countertop

to Floor

Clearance for Door

Opening 2" Minimum

Countertop

Dishwasher

28-3/8"

Figure B

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

Follow local codes and ordinances.

• Do not exceed 15’ distance to drain.
NOTE : Air gap must be used, if waste tee or disposer
connection is less than 18” above floor to prevent
siphoning.

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The type of drain installation depends on the following
questions.
• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
• Is waste tee less than 18” above floor?

If the answer to either question is YES, Method 1

MUST be used.

If the answers are NO, either method may be used

.

CABINET PREPARATION

• Drill a 1-1/2” diameter hole in the cabinet wall within
the shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hose
connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp
edges.

IMPORTANT –

When connecting

drain line to disposer, check to be
sure that drain plug has been
removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN
PLACE.

Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required by local codes and
ordinances. The air gap must be installed according to
manufacturer’s instructions.

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Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.

Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed

before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.

Figure D

32"

Min.

18"

Min.

Drain Hose Hanger

Figure C

Remove

Drain

Plug

32"

Min.

18"

Min.

Drain Hose Hanger

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