GE Spacemaker Series Installation Instructions Manual

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Installation InstructionsBuilt-In & Spacemaker ® DishwashersIf you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our websiteat: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, please call 800.561.3344 or visit geappliances.caREAD CAREFULLYKEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONSCHECK THE FOLLOWINGDishwasher is square and level at both the top andbottom of the cabinet opening, with no twisting ordistortion of the tub or doorAll 4 legs of the dishwasher are firmly in contact with thefloorDrain hose is not pinched between the dishwasher andadjacent cabinets or wallsFOR YOUR SAFETYRead and observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONSshown throughout these instructions.While performing installations described in thisbooklet, gloves, safety glasses or goggles shouldbe worn.IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes andordinances.• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructionsfor the consumer’s and local inspector’s use.• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions withyour Owner’s Manual for future reference.• Skill Level – Installation of this dishwasher requiresbasic mechanical, electrical and plumbing skills.Proper installation is the responsibility of theinstaller. Product failure due to improper installationis not covered under the GE Appliances Warranty.See Warranty information.• Completion Time – 1 to 3 Hours. New installationsrequire more time than replacement installations.IMPORTANT – The dishwasher MUST be installed toallow for future removal from the enclosure if service isrequired.Care should be exercised when the appliance is installedor removed, to reduce the likelihood of damage to thepower supply cord.If you received a damaged dishwasher, you shouldimmediately contact your dealer or builder.Optional Accessories – See the Owner’s Manual foravailable custom panel kits.Your dishwasher is a water heating appliance.BEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completely and carefully.31-31587 01-18 GEA• Remove all power leading to the appliance from thecircuit breaker or fuse box before beginning installation.Failure to do so can result in a risk of electrical shock.• To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to persons,the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completelyenclosed at the time of installation.• The improper connection of the equipment groundingconductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Checkwith a qualified electrician or service representativeif you are in doubt that the appliance is properlygrounded. If house wiring is not 2-wire with ground, aground must be by the installer. When house wiringis aluminum, be sure to use UL-Listed anti-oxidantcompound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.• To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury topersons, the installer should check to ensure that wires arenot pinched or damaged, the house wiring is attached to thejunction box bracket through a strain relief, and all electricalconnections made at the time of install (wire nuts) arecontained inside of the junction box cover.WARNING• Retire todos los conductores de corriente delelectrodoméstico de disyuntor o de la caja del fusibleantes de comenzar con la instalación. Si no cumple conesto, se podrá producir el riesgo de descargas eléctricas.• Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, incendioo lesiones a personas, el instalador debe asegurarsede que el lavaplatos esté completamente cerrado enel momento de la instalación.• La conexión inadecuada del conductor de conexión atierra del equipamiento puede provocar un riesgo dedescarga eléctrica. Consulte a un electricista calificadoo representante de servicio técnico si tiene dudassobre la correcta conexión a tierra del aparato. Si elcableado doméstico no cuenta con un cable de 2 hiloscon conexión a tierra, un instalador debe realizar unaconexión a tierra. Cuando el cableado doméstico es dealuminio, asegúrese de usar un compuesto antioxidantey conectores de aluminio a cobre aprobados por UL.• Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, incendioo lesiones a personas, el instalador deberá realizar uncontrol para asegurar que los cables no estén pellizcadosni dañados, que el cableado del hogar esté conectado a laficha de la caja de empalmes a través de un amortiguadorde refuerzo, y que todas las conexiones eléctricasrealizadas en el momento de la instalación (tuercas paracables) estén dentro de la tapa de la caja de empalmes.ADVERTENCIA