GE PDW8400JBB Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 12

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When step is complete, close dishwasher door and verify 

that gap between countertop and top of dishwasher door is 
at least 1/2".

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Dishwasher Installation

STEP 14 – LEVEL DISHWASHER

IMPORTANT

 – 

Dishwasher must be level for proper 

dish rack operation and wash performance.

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For Top Mount Control Models

Make sure 1/2" minimum gap is maintained.

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For All Models

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Place level on door to check that the dishwasher is level 
side-to-side. Remove lower 
rack, place level on lower 
rack track inside tub to 
check that the 
dishwasher is level 
front-to-back.

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• If the dishwasher is not level, adjust the four leveling legs as 

illustrated in Figure Y.

• If adjustment to the 

right rear leveling leg 
is required, access it 
by loosening the 
junction box bracket 
screw (through the 
access hole) and 
rotate bracket clockwise.

923-10V

Access Hole 

Junction Box

Turn Legs 

to Adjust 

• The dishwasher is properly leveled when the level indicator is 

centered left to right and front to back. The dishwasher door 
should close without hitting the sides of the tub,

• Replace the lower rack when leveling is complete. 

Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges for poor wash 

performance and rack operation.

Pull the dish racks half way out. They should remain stationary. 
Open and close the door. The door should fi t in the tub opening 
without hitting the side of the tub. If the racks roll on their own, 
or the door hits the side of the tub, re-level the dishwasher.

IMPORTANT

– After leveling, verify that the 

dishwasher is centered in the enclosure and the door does 

not hit adjacent cabinets.

Figure X

Figure Y

STEP 15 –  SECURE DISHWASHER TO 

COUNTERTOP OR CABINET

In this step you will need 

the 2 Phillips special head 

screws set aside in Step 1. 

The dishwasher must be 
secured to the countertop 
or the cabinet sides.  When 
countertops are made of 
wood, use Method 1. When 
countertops are granite or 
other materials that will not 
accept screws, use Method
2 to secure dishwasher at the sides.

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IMPORTANT

 – 

Avoid unnecessary 

service charges. 

Drive screws straight 

and flush. Protruding 

screw heads will 

scratch the top or 

sides of the control 

panel and can interfere with door closing.

Method 1 

Secure dishwasher to wood countertop

• Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of the countertop 

with the 2 Phillips special head screws provided.

Method 2

Secure dishwasher with side-mounting brackets

• Remove plug buttons (one on each side).
• Install screws through the dishwasher side mount bracket 

and into the adjacent cabinet on each side. Reinstall plug 
buttons.

Figure AA

923-10KK

Screws

Wood Cooktop

923-10J

Screws 

Plug Buttons 

Granite Countertop

Figure BB

1/2"

Min.

Countertop 

Dishwasher Door 

923-10Z

Figure CC

Figure Z

Either Method–For Top Mount Control Models. 

Make certain 1/2" gap minimum is maintained.

Summary of Contents for PDW8400JBB

Page 1: ...G RINSING DRYING SANITIZED CLEAN COOK WARE NORMAL WASH SPEED CYCLE CHINA CRYSTAL RINSE ONLY 2 4 8 DELAY HOURS ADDED HEAT PRE WASH HEATED DRY READ CAREFULLY KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS Stainless Steel Tub...

Page 2: ...d wire nuts 3 UL Listed wire nuts 3 Materials For New Installations Only Air gap for drain hose if required Air gap for drain hose if required Waste tee for house plumbing if applicable Waste tee for...

Page 3: ...opening and even with the nished oor 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...

Page 4: ...disposer lower than 18 above the floor level Failure to provide the proper drain connection height with an air gap or 32 minimum high drain loop will result in improper draining of the dishwasher whi...

Page 5: ...n in Figure E Cable must extend a minimum of 24 from the rear wall For power cord connections install a 3 prong grounding type receptacle in the adjacent cabinet rear wall 6 min or 18 max from the ope...

Page 6: ...the sink Optional but strongly recommended and may be required by local codes The water connection is on the bottom left side of the dishwasher Install the hot water inlet line using 3 8 or larger co...

Page 7: ...nterfere with door latch or door hinges Trim Strip Trim Strip Trim Strip 05A 1183U Type 2 Three hole cable Adjust tension by moving spring hook to one of the three holes on the pulley cable Figure I I...

Page 8: ...tly 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 mus...

Page 9: ...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 Q Sea...

Page 10: ...omponent Tip Make sure the dishwasher will fit in the cabinet Check to be sure the power cable drain hose and hot water line are not trapped behind the dishwasher Utility lines trapped behind the dish...

Page 11: ...p 14 until the door moves freely and does not contact the cabinet frame Figure U Figure V Countertop Controls Hidden by Countertop TIME REMAINING 05A 1183Y Special Considerations for Positioning Top M...

Page 12: ...n the tub opening without hitting the side of the tub If the racks roll on their own or the door hits the side of the tub re level the dishwasher IMPORTANT After leveling verify that the dishwasher is...

Page 13: ...DRAIN LINE INSTALLATION Connect drain line to air gap waste tee or disposer using the previously determined method Secure the drain hose to the air gap waste tee or disposer with clamps Waste Tee Inst...

Page 14: ...door hits tub level dishwasher See Step 14 Pull lower rack out about halfway Check to be sure it does Pull lower rack out about halfway Check to be sure it does not roll back or forward on the door If...

Page 15: ...de See Step 10 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 to be sure disposer plug has been removed and o...

Page 16: ...sher Installation STEP 23 INSTALL TOEKICK Locate toekick and screws set aside in step 5 Replace the toekick and make sure it is against the oor Insert and tighten the 2 toekick attachment screws The t...

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