GE ZDT870SIFII - Manual (Page 3)

The custom panel and
custom handle of your
choice should be secured
to the dishwasher before
installation begins. A
template with instructions
and installation hardware
is provided.
For planning purposes, you
may order the template in
advance by calling
1.800.GE.CARES
(1.800.423.2737) or by
visiting our website at
GEAppliances.com in
the United States.
In Canada, call
1.800.561.3344
or visit
www.GEAppliances.ca.
Order Pub. No.
31-31511-2. Complate
panel installation
instructions are included
on the template.
Maximum panel weight is
20 LBS (9.1 kg).
SPECIAL NOTES
CUSTOM DISHWASHER DOOR PANEL TEMPLATE
GE PUB. NO. 31-31511-2
CALL 1-800-626-2000
For a full-size panel template with complete panel installation instructions.
Product Specification Created 3/14
GE Monogram ® 24" Fully Integrated Dishwasher ZDT870SIFII
2-9/16” 2-9/16”
25-5/16” 25-5/16”
10-13/16” 10-13/16”
10” 10”
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
Trim Around Dotted Line
Trim Around Dotted Line
Trim Around Dotted Line
Trim Around Dotted Line
Top of Panel Top of Panel
Bottom of Panel Bottom of Panel
Side
of
Panel
Side
of
Panel
3/4" Thick Custom Panel
Template Instructions for
Top Control Integrated GE
Dishwasher Models
The custom panel should be sized to your installation situation. See Step 1.
It is highly recommended that the custom panel be attached before installing the dishwasher.
Use this template to locate mounting screws and spacers on the custom panel.
IMPORTANT
• A custom handle must be installed onto the
custom panel. Install the custom handle
4-1/2” max. from the top of the panel.
PARTS INCLUDED:
(4) Spacers
(2) #8 x 5/8” Phillips truss head stainless steel screws
(4) #8 x 7/8” Phillips truss head stainless steel wood screws
(2) Heavy duty springs
STEP 1 CUSTOM PANEL SIZE REQUIREMENTS
HEIGHT
Panel height must be between 29-13/16" and 30-1/4".
STEP 2 DRAW CENTERLINE
• The bottom of the custom panel must not overhang the
the bottom of the metal panel more than 3/16”. Exceeding
this will cause the custom panel to hit the toe kick and the
door will not fully open. Any extra length of the custom
panel must overhang at the top of the door.
• If the panel height is more than 30-1/4", it will
prevent the door from fitting under the cabinet.
• If the panel height is less than 29-13/16" it will not
cover the dishwasher door frame.
WIDTH
Panel width must be 23-3/4".
• If the panel width is less than 23-3/4" it will not cover
the dishwasher door frame.
29-13/16” Min.
30-1/4” Max.
23-3/4”
1/2” min.
Minimum 1/2” gap
for clearance
Countertop
• Place the custom panel on a flat surface with appearance side down.
• Locate the vertical center of the panel at the top.
• Use a carpenters square to draw a centerline from top to bottom.
STEP 3 ALIGN TEMPLATE TO PANEL
• Trim template on the dotted line along all sides.
• For Panel sizes 29-13/16” up to 30-1/16”, place template on the
panel aligned with the top edge and the centerline. Use tape to
hold in place.
• For Panel sizes over 30-1/16” up to 30-1/4”, place template on
the panel aligned with the bottom edge and the centerline. Use
tape to hold in place.
IMPORTANT: If the template is not aligned properly with the panel,
the panel may hit the toe kick and the door will not fully open.
Longer panels should overhang at the top of the door. Make sure
after installation, to maintain a minimum 1/8" gap to the counter-
top from the custom panel.
• Use an awl to mark the screw hole locations indicated on the
template. Remove the template.
STEP 5 INSTALL CUSTOM HANDLE
A custom handle must be installed onto the panel before the panel is
secured to the dishwasher door.
• The handle should be installed so that it aligns with adjacent
drawer handles, or 4-1/2" max. from the top of the panel. Secure
the handle in the same manner as cabinet handles. Screws must be
countersunk into the panel.
STEP 7 INSTALL DOOR SPRINGS
STEP 4 INSTALL MOUNTING SCREWS AND SPACERS
If the panel is less than 3/4" thick, shorter screws must be used. Use
#8 x 3/4" screws for 1/2" thick panels (not supplied).
• Use a 3/32" drill bit to drill pilot holes 3/32" deep in the marked
locations. Make sure not to drill all the way through the panel.
Note: The custom panel is secured to the dishwasher door with the
spacers and screws provided. The 4 spacers will slip into the keyhole
slots on the dishwasher door.
• Drive the supplied #8 x 7/8” screws through the spacer and into
the panel.
• Install remaining spacers and screws as indicated in the marked
locations.
Screw Spacer
Mark Center
Screw Holes
4-1/2" Max.
From Top of Panel
Handle
Custom Door Panel
Screws Must Be Countersunk
Into Panel
Pub no. 31-31511-2
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IMPORTANT: To ensure optimum door balance performance,
the custom panel must not weigh more than 20 lbs.
2-1/8” 2-1/8”
Align with this top edge only if panel is 29-13/16” up to 30-1/16”.
Align with this bottom edge only if panel is between 30- 1/16” to 30-1/4”.
• The following table may be used as a guideline regarding which springs to use, depending on the weight of the panel
being added. However, spring combinations may be adjusted based on personal preferences regarding door feel.
Note: For combinations requiring two different strength springs, the side used is unimportant and the table headings
below are for reference only. For example, a panel weighing 8 lbs would require two (2) gray springs and one (1) blue
spring. The gray springs may be installed on the left side and the blue spring on the right side, or the two gray springs
may be installed on the right side and the blue spring on the left.
• The bottom spring opposite end should be hooked over the lowest screw on the rear tub bracket. The top spring
hooks into the first available hole above the screw in the same rear tub bracket. See illustrations below.
Panel Weight (lbs) Left Side Springs Right Side Springs
0-5 Blue Blue
5-10 Gray x 2 Blue
10-15 Blue x 2 Black
15-20 Blue x 2 Black x 2
TIP: If the door does not open easily or falls too quickly, check
spring cable routing. The cable is held in place by “shoulders” on
the pulley. Check to be sure the cable has not slipped over the
pulley shoulders.
IMPORTANT: Adjust both balance springs to the same amount of
tension to prevent excessive door twisting during use.
• Close and latch the door.
• Check door balance after custom panel is installed.
If the door drops open too fast, you may swap any of
the springs with the next heaviest spring as shown in
the table.
• Remove the rear screw-style leveling feet because of
spring interference.
Side View
Make sure pulley cables
are within pulley shoulders
Front View
Custom
door
panel
Spring
hooked
to screw
inside leg
• Depending on the weight of the panel being used, additional springs may be needed to balance the door during
operation. If only one spring is being attached to the cable, the spring hook should be inserted into the middle hole
on the cable and the other end of the spring should be hooked over the lowest screw on the rear tub bracket as
shown below:
• If multiple springs are required on each side to balance the door, the spring hooks should be inserted into the top and
bottom holes on the cable as shown below:
G
B L H D
B L
L G H D
M D M D
Spring Strength
STEP 6 INSTALL ASSEMBLED PANEL - (CONTINUED)
4. Carefully open the door because door will likely be unbalanced.
Start insertion of driver at approximately 45 angle to clear the screw head past the hinge components, once the screw
head is clear, rock the driver forward to a vertical position. Proceed to drive the screw. Repeat procedure for the opposite
side .
Drive screw through the hole in
hinge bracket and door into
the wood panel.
Door shown fully open
STEP 6 INSTALL ASSEMBLED PANEL
• Secure the panel to the door by inserting the top and bottom
spacers into the matching keyhole slots.
• Make sure all 4 spacers engage the keyhole slots.
• Press the panel against the door and push downward until the
spacers are fully engaged into the keyhole slots. The panel should
align evenly with the top and sides.
Custom
Panel
Dishwasher Door
Spacers
Engage Keyhole
Slots
Dimensions only used if aligning template with bottom
of panel and length is between 30-1/16” to 30-1/4”.
Dimensions only used if aligning template with bottom
of panel and length is between 30-1/16” to 30-1/4”.
CAUTION: It is extremely important that the 2 screws are driven into the wood panel through the metal door
assembly. This locks the vertical motion of the custom panel and if not secured the panel can come off the unit during
door opening/closing causing personal injury and damage to the panel.
Due to the location of the screw holes and very limited space it will be very helpful to attach the screws to the driving bit
with tape to keep the screw from falling off inside the door while inserting down inside. Read and follow the steps below.
1. Insert one of the supplied
#8 x 5/8” truss head screws
through a piece of masking
tape.
2. Insert a minimum 2” long bit
into head and wrap tape around
end of bit. (#1 square drive
preferred)
3. Use a bit extension with a
max 3/8” diameter shank
and a minimum 2-3/4”
length.
NOTICE: Do not overtighten screws.
Excessive tightening of the screws
could damage door edges.
1 2
3
Installed screw
Inner Door
Hinge
Panel Custom
45
FOR REFERENCE
ONLY
–
NOT TO SCALE