GE CDWT980RSS Installation Instructions - Page 3

Installation Preparation-Enclosure PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE WARNING To reduce the risk of shock, fire, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation. ADVERTENCIA Para reducir el riesgo de choque, incendio o lesión a personas, el instalador se debe cerciorar de que la lavadora esté completamente cerrada en el momento de la instalación. • The rough cabinet opening must have a minimum width and depth of 24" and height of 34-1/2" ± 1/4" from the floor to the underside of the countertop. • The back wall should be free of pipes or wires. • Adjacent cabinets should be square and plumb to ensure a good fit. Refer to Figure A • For a corner installation, allow 2" minimum clearance between the dishwasher and the adjacent wall. • Provide at least 28-3/8" in front of the dishwasher to allow the dishwasher door to open fully. Refer to Figure B • The dishwasher must be installed no more than 10 feet from sink for proper drainage. • The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and back. • The dishwasher must not support any part of the enclosure. Countertop Dishwasher Clearances: In a corner installation, provide at least 2" clearance between the dishwasher and the adjacent cabinet, wall, or other appliance. Provide at least 28-3/8" of clearance in front of the dishwasher. 28-3/8" Minimum 2" Minimum Figure B 05A-1183F This Wall Area Must Be Free of Pipes or Wires 34-1/2" ± 1/4" 24" Underside of 5" Countertop 4" 5" 4" Min. to Floor 6" 24" Min. Cabinets Square and Plumb Floor MUST be Even with Room Floor Plumbing and Electric Service Must Enter Shaded Area Figure A • Make sure the floor is level inside the opening and even with the finished floor of the kitchen. This will facilitate removal of the dishwasher at a later date for service, if needed. Special consideration for a dishwasher installed on a elevated platform The elevated platform must be flat and level. 3