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STEP 6:  INSTALL 90° ELBOW

• Wrap a 90° elbow with 

thread seal tape.

• Thread 90° elbow 

onto the water valve.

• Do not over tighten 

elbow. Water valve 
bracket could 
bend or water valve 
fitting could break.

• Position the end of 

the elbow to face the 
rear of the dishwasher.

Figure K

Figure J

Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges. Make a leak free 

connection

Insert hose against stop on pump. Position clamp against front 
lip of drain hose with clamp screw on bottom side of hose. 
Tighten clamp to at least 15 inch-pounds of torque.

Tip: Reduce drain pump noise

Position drain hose clamp so screw is on the bottom side of the 
hose. This will prevent noise caused by the clamp coming in 
contact with the tub bottom. Refer to Figure L.

Dishwasher Installation

Figure L

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STEP 5: INSTALL POWER CORD

Skip this step if dishwasher will be permanently connected 

to the house electrical system.

In this step you will need the junction box cover and the 
#10 x 1/2" hex head screw from the screw kit set aside in 
Step 1. 

The power cord and connections must comply with the 
National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/or local codes and 
ordinances. Maximum power cord length is 6 feet. Power Cord 
Kit WX09X70910, available for purchase from an authorized GE 
Appliance Dealer, meets these requirements. 

• Install strain relief in junction box bracket.
• Insert power cord through strain relief and tighten.
• Make sure black, white and green dishwasher wires are 

threaded through small hole in junction box bracket.

• Connect power cord white (or ribbed) to dishwasher white 

wire, black (or smooth) to dishwasher black wire and ground 
to dishwasher green wire. Use UL listed wire nuts of 
appropriate size.

• Install junction box cover using #10 Hex head screw. Be sure 

wires are not pinched under the cover.

STEP 7:  INSTALL DRAIN HOSE TO 

PUMP OUTLET

Skip this step if drain hose has been pre-installed

In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp set aside in 
Step 1.

• Stand dishwasher upright.
• Place drain hose clamp over 1-3/16" diameter end of drain 

hose. Position clamp so screw is on bottom side of hose. 
Refer to Figure L.

IMPORTANT

–  

Prevent drain hose damage and 

possible leaks. Be careful not to nick or cut the drain hose.

• Push the end of the drain hose over the drain pump outlet 

being careful not to disturb the check valve. Refer to Figure L.

• Seat the drain hose end against the hose stops on the 

pump outlet.

• Position hose clamp against the front lip of the drain hose 

and tighten clamp.

Note:

 Drain hose supplied with dish washer is approximately 

78" long. If a longer hose is needed, a 120" long hose (10 feet) 
may be purchased from an authorized GE appliance dealer. 
The 10' long hose 
is part number 

GPF10L

.

1871 Art 3

Hose Clamp

Hose Stops

Pump Outlet

Check Valve

Do Not Remove

7

Front of Dishwasher

90°

Elbow

Thread Seal Tape

Fill

Hose

Water Valve

Bracket

923-02Q

Summary of Contents for Built-In Dishwashe

Page 1: ...klet gloves safety glasses or goggles should be worn READ CAREFULLY KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions for the consumer s and local inspector s use Note to Consumer Keep these instructions with your Owner s Manual for future reference Skill Level Installation of this dishwasher requires basic mechanical...

Page 2: ...llips special head screws to Two 8 18 x 5 8 Phillips special head screws to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop Junction box cover and 10 hex head screw Junction box cover and 10 hex head screw Hose Clamp Hose Clamp Drain hose approximately 78 long Drain hose approximately 78 long Drain hose hanger Drain hose hanger Side and top trim pieces some models Side and top trim pieces some models...

Page 3: ...n in Figure A 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 Method 2 High Drain Loop with Waste Tee or Disposer Tip Avoid unnecessary service call charges Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attach...

Page 4: ...ith 120V 60 Hz and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75 C 176 F If the electrical supply does not meet the above requirements call a licensed electrician before proceeding Grounding Instructions Permanent Connection This appliance must be connected to a ground...

Page 5: ... accessible location such as under the sink Optional but strongly recommended and may be required by local codes Water connection is on the left side of the dishwasher Install the hot water inlet line using no less than 3 8 copper tubing Route the line as shown in Figure F and extend forward at least 19 from rear wall Adjust water heater for 120 F to 150 F temperature Flush water line to clean out...

Page 6: ... rise from the full open position If necessary increase or decrease tension as shown Latch door and adjust both springs to the same tension setting to correct balance Tip Make sure door opens and closes smoothly Check door opening and closing If door does not open easily or falls too quickly check spring cable routing The cable is held in place by shoulders on the pulley Check to be sure cable has...

Page 7: ...cket Insert power cord through strain relief and tighten Make sure black white and green dishwasher wires are threaded through small hole in junction box bracket Connect power cord white or ribbed to dishwasher white wire black or smooth to dishwasher black wire and ground to dishwasher green wire Use UL listed wire nuts of appropriate size Install junction box cover using 10 Hex head screw Be sur...

Page 8: ...BINET IMPORTANT Do not push against front panel with knees Damage will occur Grasp the sides of the front panel and slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time As you proceed pull the drain hose through the opening under the sink Stop pushing when the dishwasher extends about 6 inches forward of adjacent cabinets Make sure drain hose is not kinked under or behind the dishwasher Make c...

Page 9: ...MOUNT BRACKETS Skip this step if underside of countertop is wood or wood like material Install side mount brackets if underside of countertop is granite or similar material that will not accept wood screws Note The brackets are available for purchase if needed Obtain a GPF65 kit from your authorized GE Appliance Dealer Fasten the left hand bracket to the left side of the dishwasher frame and the r...

Page 10: ...eed the 2 Phillips special head screws from the screw kit set aside in Step 1 The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop or the cabinet sides When the underside of the countertop is wood use Method 1 Use Method 2 when the underside of the countertop is made of a material such as granite that will not accept wood screws IMPORTANT Prevent door panel and control panel damage Dishwasher must be ...

Page 11: ...of 120 10 feet to the factory installed hose Use 5 8 or 7 8 inside diameter hose and a coupler to connect the two hose ends Secure the connection with hose clamps Figure W Figure X Note TOTAL DRAIN HOSE LENGTH MUST NOT EXCEED 10 FEET FOR PROPER DRAIN OPERATION Remove Drain Plug 1871 Art1 Tip Avoid unnecessary service call charges for a no drain complaint Make sure excess drain hose has been pulled...

Page 12: ...ck door alignment with cabinet If door hits cabinet Check door alignment with cabinet If door hits cabinet reposition dishwasher See Step 15 Check that door spring does not contact water line fill hose Check that door spring does not contact water line fill hose wiring or other components See Step 16 Verify water supply and drain lines are not kinked or in Verify water supply and drain lines are n...

Page 13: ... after The dishwasher will drain and turn off about 5 minutes after it was started Check drain lines If leaks are found turn off power at the breaker and correct plumbing as necessary Restore power after corrections are made See Steps 7 and 17 Open dishwasher door and make sure most of the water Open dishwasher door and make sure most of the water has drained If not check that disposer plug has be...

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Page 16: ...nsumer Industrial General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky 40225 ge com 2005 General Electric Company Pub No 31 30217 Dwg No 206C1559P157 ND 06G 1871 8 06 SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ...

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