GE GSM1800FBB installation instructions

Contents

1. Before You Beginp. 2

   Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these…

2. For Your Safetyp. 2

   Read and observe all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS shown throughout these instructions. While performing installations described in this booklet, gloves, safety…

3. Parts Suppliedp. 3

   
   Two #8 Phillips flat head wood screws, 5/8" long to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop (in literature package).
   Two Phillips head, color matched…

4. Materials You Will Needp. 3

   
   Ferrule, compression nut and 90° Elbow (3/8"NPT external thread on one end, opposite end sized to fit water supply)
   Thread seal tape
   UL Listed wire nuts…

5. Tools You Will Needp. 3

   
   Phillips head screwdriver
   5/16" and 1/4" nutdriver
   6" Adjustable wrench
   Level
   Carpenters square
   Measuring tape
   Safety glasses
   Flashlight
   …

6. Prepare Dishwasher Enclosurep. 4

   The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep and 17-5/8" to 18" wide. The opening should be 34" to 35" max. height. • The dishwasher must be installed…

7. Drain Requirementsp. 4

   Follow local codes and ordinances. • Do not exceed 10 feet distance to drain. • Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the dishwasher drain hose. •…

8. Prepare Electrical Wiringp. 5

   Electrical Requirements • This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz., and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15…

9. Prepare Hot Water Linep. 6

   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…

10. 1. Check Door Balancep. 6
11. 2. Adjust Leveling Legsp. 7

    White Ground Black Check That White, Black and Green Dishwasher Wires Are Threaded Thru Hole in Back Remove Junction Box Cover Insert Power Cord Wires Thru…

12. 3. Remove Toekickp. 7
13. 4. Install Power Cordp. 7
14. 5. Install 90° Elbowp. 7
15. 6. Position Water Line & House Wiringp. 8
16. 7. Insert Drain Hose Through Cabinetp. 8
17. 8. Slide Dishwasher Partially into Cabinetp. 8
18. 9. Position Dishwasher Under Countertopp. 9

    STEP 9 POSITION DISHWASHER UNDER COUNTERTOP • Check to be sure that wires are secure under the dishwasher and not pinched or in contact with door springs or…

19. 10. Level Dishwasherp. 9
20. 11. Secure Dishwasher to Cabinetp. 10

    Installation Instructions 9 The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop. • Position the dishwasher so that the tub flange aligns with the front face of…

21. 12. Connect Water Supplyp. 10
22. 13. Connect Drain Linep. 11

    Installation Instructions 10 • If a longer drain hose is required, add up to 42" of length for a total of 10 ft. to the factory installed hose. Use 5/8" or…

23. Drain Line Installationp. 11

    Connect drain line to air gap, waste tee or disposer using either previously determined method. Waste Tee Installation Method 1 – Air gap with waste tee or…

24. 14. Connect Power Supplyp. 12

    Installation Instructions 11 Figure Y STEP 15 PRE-TEST CHECKLIST Review this list after installing your dishwasher to avoid charges for a service call that is…

25. 15. Pre-Test Checklistp. 12
26. 16. Dishwasher Wet Testp. 13

    2-Piece Toekick Adjust Up or Down Use Top 4 Screw Holes Installation Instructions • Place 2-piece toekick against the legs of the dishwasher. • Place the inner…

27. 17. Replace Toekickp. 13
28. 18. Literaturep. 13

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