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STEP 15: POSITION DISHWASHER, SECURE

TO COUNTERTOP OR CABINET

In this step you will need the 2 Phillips special head screws
from the screws 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 positioned so the front

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or countertop. Mounting screws must be driven straight and
flush. Protruding screw heads could scratch the door panel or
control panel and interfere with door operation.

Method 1
Secure dishwasher to underside of wood countertop.

• Recheck alignment of the dishwasher in the cabinet. Refer to

Steps 13 and 14. Door panel and/or control panel must not
hit cabinets or countertop.

• Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of the countertop

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panel damage.

• Install plug buttons to the side of the tub well in the holes

provided.

Method 2
Secure dishwasher to cabinet sides.

• Recheck alignment of the dishwasher in the cabinet. Refer

to Steps 13 and 14. Door panel and/or control panel must
not hit cabinets or countertop.

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2 Phillips special head screws provided. Refer to Figure X.

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panel damage. Do not screw into the cabinet face frame.

• Install plug buttons to the side of the tub well in the holes

provided.

STEP 16: CONNECT WATER SUPPLY

Connect water supply line to 90° elbow.

If using a flexible braided hose connection:

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If using a copper tubing connection:

• Slide compression nut, then ferrule over end of water line.
• Insert water line into 90° elbow.
• Slide ferrule against elbow and secure with compression nut.

IMPORTANT –

Check to be sure that door spring

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water supply line.
Test by opening and
closing the door.
Reroute the water
supply lines if a
rubbing noise or
interference
occurs.

Dishwasher Installation

11

Figure Y

Compression

Nut

Hot Water

Supply Line

90° Elbow

Ferrule

Bottom Left Side

• Re-check that the dishwasher is squarely positioned in the

cabinet at both the top and bottom of the appliance after

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• Confirm all leveling legs are in contact with the floor to

prevent the dishwasher from rocking and ensure proper door
and latch operation

Brackets Wood Countertop

Figure X

Granite Countertop

Side Brackets

Solid Surface Countertop

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Summary of Contents for GDT655SSJSS

Page 1: ...hould immediately contact your dealer or builder Optional Accessories See the Owner s Manual for available custom panel kits Your dishwasher is a water heating appliance BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully 31 31560 02 16 GE Printed in the United States 7R UHGXFH WKH ULVN RI HOHFWULF VKRFN UH RU LQMXU WR persons the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is complete...

Page 2: ... side cabinets 2 8 18 x 5 8 Phillips special head screws to secure dishwasher to underside of countertop or to side cabinets Literature samples and or coupons MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 90 elbow 3 4 hose internal thread on one end opposite end sized to fit water supply UL listed wire nuts 3 Masking Tape Materials Needed for New Installations Air gap for drain hose if required Waste tee for house plum...

Page 3: ... 1 1 2 diameter hole in the cabinet wall within the shaded areas shown 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 char...

Page 4: ... a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75 C 167 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 grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the c...

Page 5: ...elbows and gaskets should be replaced in 5 years Turn off the water supply Install a hand shut off valve in an 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 or a flexible braided hose Route the line as shown i...

Page 6: ...t on its back NOTE Do not place the dishwasher on its side Remove the 4 leveling legs on the underside of the wood base with a 15 16 socket wrench Discard base STEP 1 PREPARATION Locate the items in the installation package Screws Junction box cover Drain hose and clamp Mounting brackets Trim pieces on some models Drain hose hanger Owner s Manual Product samples and or coupons Figure I T o e k i c...

Page 7: ...r cord is used guide the end through a separate cabinet opening STEP 8 POSITION WATER LINE AND HOUSE WIRING Position water supply line and house wiring on the floor of the opening to avoid interference with base of dishwasher and components under dishwasher Figure O Water Line House Wiring 4 4 6 6 7LS 3UHYHQW XQQHFHVVDU VHUYLFH FDOO FKDUJHV IRU OO GUDLQ or noise concerns Position utility lines so ...

Page 8: ...tact the top of the dishwasher door and cause damage If you are installing the dishwasher under a counter with a short overhang the countertop brackets may extend beyond the edge of the counter If this is the case remove the excess length by repeatedly bending the brackets at the front notch only until they break Install mounting brackets on sides if the countertop is granite or similar material t...

Page 9: ...her door panel are behind WKH IDFH RI WKH DGMDFHQW FDELQHW DQG QRW XS DJDLQVW WKH FDELQHW face Refer to Figure U If the dishwasher door is opened when the edge of the door is against the face of the cabinet dishwasher door damage and cabinet damage will occur Figure U Dishwasher Installation 9 Tip Prevent unnecessary service charges for panel damage or wash performance Check dishwasher alignment p...

Page 10: ...HG LQ LJXUH QGLYLGXDOO WXUQ WKH EROWV WR DGMXVW WKH rear wheels Slowly rotate the 2 bolts counter clockwise to raise the back of the dishwasher and clockwise to lower it Continue WR DGMXVW WKH IHHW DQG ZKHHOV XQWLO WKH GLVKZDVKHU LV OHYHO DV illustrated in Figure W Ensure all 4 legs wheels are firmly in contact with the floor If your model has 4 leveling feet DGMXVW WKH OHYHO RI the dishwasher by ...

Page 11: ...net Refer to Steps 13 and 14 Door panel and or control panel must not hit cabinets or countertop DVWHQ WKH GLVKZDVKHU WR WKH DGMDFHQW FDELQHWV ZLWK WKH 2 Phillips special head screws provided Refer to Figure X 0DNH FHUWDLQ VFUHZV DUH GULYHQ VWUDLJKW DQG ÀXVK WR SUHYHQW panel damage Do not screw into the cabinet face frame Install plug buttons to the side of the tub well in the holes provided STEP ...

Page 12: ...ste tee or disposer Determine size of inlet port Cut drain hose connector on the marked line if required WR W WKH LQOHW SRUW If a longer drain hose is required and you did not purchase drain hose WD24X10065 add up to 66 length for a total of 144 12 feet to the factory installed hose Use 5 8 or 7 8 inside diameter hose and a coupler to connect the 2 hose ends Secure the connection with hose clamps ...

Page 13: ...Water Line page 5 Add 1 quart of water to the bottom of the dishwasher to lubricate the pump seal Turn on water supply Check for leaks Tighten connections if needed Remove protective film if present from the control panel and door Check that tub trim does not contact the door Dishwasher Installation 13 STEP 18 CONNECT POWER SUPPLY If a power cord with plug is already installed proceed to Step 19 Q...

Page 14: ...ry Restore power after corrections are made See Steps 7 8 9 10 and 17 Open dishwasher door and make sure all of the water has drained If not check that disposer plug has been removed and or air gap is not plugged Also check drain hose to be sure it is not kinked underneath or behind dishwasher See Step 17 Press Start button once again and run dishwasher through another cycle Check for leaks and co...

Page 15: ... LQ FRQWDFW ZLWK WKH ÀRRU Drain hose is not pinched between the dishwasher and DGMDFHQW FDELQHWV RU ZDOOV 7XE WULP LV IXOO VHDWHG RQ WKH WXE ÀDQJH STEP 22 POSITION SOUND INSULATION PIECE on some models Locate the sound insulation package inside the dishwasher Stand the parts upright as shown Locate the control box Push insulation block portion under the dishwasher until it is beneath the control b...

Page 16: ...NOTE While performing installations described in this book safety glasses or goggles should be worn NOTE Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at GE Appliances Therefore materials DSSHDUDQFH DQG VSHFLILFDWLRQV DUH VXEMHFW WR FKDQJH without notice ...

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