GE Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions Manual

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Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or DisposerAn air gap must be used when required by local codes and ordi-nances. The air gap must be installed according to manufacturer’sinstructions.PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep, 24"wide and approximately 34-1/2" high from floor to undersideof the countertop.CLEARANCES:• When installed into a corner,allow 2" min. clearancebetween dishwasher andDGMDFHQWFDELQHWZDOORURWKHUappliances. Allow 28-3/8" min.clearance from the frontof the dishwasher for dooropening. 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 disposerconnection is less than 18" above floor to prevent siphoning.DETERMINE DRAIN METHODThe type of drain installation depends on the followingquestions.• 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 MUSTbe used.• If the answers are NO, either method may be used.CABINET PREPARATION• Drill a 1-1/2" diameter hole in the cabinet wall withinthe shaded areas shown in Figure A for the drain hoseconnection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp edges.IMPORTANT – Whenconnecting drain line to disposer,check to be sure that drain plug hasbeen removed. DISHWASHER WILLNOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE. Method 2 – “High Drain Loop” with Waste Tee or DisposerTip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed beforeattaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.Figure D• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is nomore than 12' in length for proper drainage.• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides andback, and must not support any part of the enclosure.32"Min.18"Min.Drain Hose HangerClearance for DoorOpening 2" MinimumCountertopDishwasher25-1/2"Figure CInstallation Preparation3RemoveDrainPlug32"Min.18"Min.Drain Hose HangerWARNING:7RUHGXFHWKHULVNRIHOHFWULFVKRFN¿UHRULQMXU\WRSHUVRQVWKHinstaller must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosedat the time of installation.24"Min.This Wall Areamust be Freeof Pipes orwiresPlumbing and Electric ServiceMust Enter Inside This Area4"24"Min.6"CabinetsSquareandPlumb+34-1/2" 1/4"Underside ofCountertopto FloorFigure A33-1/2” to 34-3/4”Underside ofCountertopto FloorFigure B