GE GLD6500LWW/CC/BB Installation Instructions Manual

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STEP 13: PUSH DISHWASHER INTOFINAL POSITION• Check the tub insulation blanket, if equipped, to be sure it issmoothly wrapped around the tub. It should not be “bunchedup” and it must not interfere with the door springs. If theinsulation is “bunched up” or interfering with the springs,straighten and re-center the blanket prior to sliding thedishwasher into its final position.• Slide the dishwasher into the final position by pushing onthe sides of the door panel. Do not use a knee or push on thecenter of the panel. If you do, damage to the panel will likelyresult.• The dishwasher is in the final position when the edges ofthe front panel are flush with the adjacent cabinets and thedishwasher is centered in the cabinet opening.IMPORTANT – Before opening the dishwasher door,be certain the edges of the dishwasher door panel are behindthe face of the adjacent cabinet and not up against the cabinetface. Refer to Figure Q. If the dishwasher door is openedwhen the edge of the door is against the face of the cabinet,dishwasher door damage and cabinet damage will occur.• Open and close the dishwasher door to be sure it operatessmoothly, and does not rub on the adjacent cabinet.Figure QDishwasher InstallationSTEP 12: INSTALL GPF65 SIDE-MOUNTBRACKETSSkip this step if underside of countertop is wood orwood-like material.• Install side-mount brackets if underside of countertop isgranite or similar material that will not accept wood screws.Note: The brackets are available for purchase if needed. Obtaina GPF65 kit from your authorized GE Appliance Dealer.• Fasten the left-hand bracket to the left sideof the dishwasher frame and the right-handbracket to the right side of the dishwasherframe, using the #8 pan-head screwsincluded with the kit. Refer to instructionsincluded in kit for orientation andplacement of the brackets. ��OptionalSide-MountBracket Kit9BracketAttachment Screws(2 Each Side)Side-Mounting Brackets06F-1847HTubFrameTip: Prevent unnecessary service charges for panel damageor wash performanceCheck dishwasher alignment prior to opening dishwasher doorto prevent panel damage.Make sure utility lines are not trapped or crushed behinddishwasher. Crushed lines will restrict water flow.Door Catcheson Cabinet FrameCorrectAlignmentDoorFits andSwingsBackBehindCabinetFrame06G-1871BIncorrect Alignmentwill result in door damageCountertop Brackets• If you are installing the dishwasher under a counter with ashort overhang, the countertop brackets may extend beyondthe edge of the counter. If this is the case, remove the excesslength by repeatedly bending the brackets at the notchesuntil they break off.Bend backand forthat notch