GE GLDT696JSS Installation Instructions - Page 3

Installation Preparation PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE 32-13/42-"1t/o2"3+51"/4" UndUenrdsiedrseidoefof couCnoteurnttoerptop to fltoooFrloor This Wall Area must be Free of Pipes or wires 24" Min. 4" Plumbing and Electric Service Must Enter Inside This Area 6" 24" Min. Cabinets Square and Plumb Floor MUST be even with room floor • The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep, 24" wide and approximately 34-1/2" high from floor to underside of the countertop. WARNING: 7RUHGXFHWKHULVNRIHOHFWULFVKRFN¿UHRULQMXU\WRSHUVRQV the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of installation. ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, incendio o lesiones a personas, el instalador debe asegurarse de que el lavaplatos esté completamente cerrado en el momento de la instalación. • The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 10' in length for proper drainage. • The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and back, and must not support any part of the enclosure. CLEARANCES: • When installed into a corner, allow 2" min. clearance between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other appliances. Allow 25-5/8" min. clearance from the front of the dishwasher for door opening. Countertop Dishwasher 25-5/8" Clearance for Door Opening 2" Minimum DRAIN REQUIREMENTS • Follow local codes and ordinances. • Do not exceed 10' distance to drain. • Maximum drain height is 72". NOTE: Air gap must be used, if waste tee or disposer connection is less than 18" above floor to prevent siphoning. DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD The type of drain installation depends on the following questions. • 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 MUST be used. If the answers are NO, either method may be used. CABINET PREPARATION • Drill a 1-1/2" diameter hole in the cabinet wall within the shaded areas shown in PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE section for the drain hose connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp edges. IMPORTANT - When connecting drain line to disposer, check to be sure that drain plug has been removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE. Remove Drain Plug Method 1 - Air gap with waste tee or disposer An air gap must be used when required by local codes and ordinances. Install waste tee or disposer and air gap according to manufacturer's instructions. Method 2 - High drian loop with waste tee or disposer Provide a method to attach drain hose to underside of countertop. Install waste tee or disposer according to manufacturer's instructions. Drain Hose Hanger Drain Hose Hanger 32" 18" Min. Min. 32" 18" Min. Min. Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges. Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer. 3