GE ZBD1870NSS Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 1

GE Consumer & Industrial

Appliances

Installation Instructions

If you have questions, call 800.626.2000 or visit our website at: www.monogram.com

Built-In Dishwashers

ZBD1850*

ZBD1870

* For ZBD1850 also refer to the 

instructions provided on the template 

packed with that model

Summary of Contents for ZBD1870NSS

Page 1: ... Installation Instructions If you have questions call 800 626 2000 or visit our website at www monogram com Built In Dishwashers ZBD1850 ZBD1870 For ZBD1850 also refer to the instructions provided on the template packed with that model ...

Page 2: ...ills Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty See warranty information Completion Time 1 to 3 Hours New installations require more time than replacement installations BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully STOP Safety Information CONTENTS Installation Preparation...

Page 3: ...p for drain hose if required Air gap for drain hose if required Waste tee for house plumbing if applicable Waste tee for house plumbing if applicable Electrical cable or power cord if applicable Electrical cable or power cord if applicable Screw type hose clamps Screw type hose clamps Strain relief for electrical connection Strain relief for electrical connection Hand shut off valve Hand shut off ...

Page 4: ... 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 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 D...

Page 5: ... For cable direct connections the cable must be routed as shown 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 sink cabinet rear wall 6 min or 18 max from the opening 6 to 18 above the floor Figure E WARNING WARNING Electrical Requirements This appliance must be supplied with 120V 60Hz and connected to a...

Page 6: ...he dishwasher securely with one hand and hold the door with the other hand STOP BEFORE YOU BEGIN Locate and set aside the package containing 2 Phillips head countertop mounting screws and 2 additional toekick screws located in the literature package Figure G CAUTION The hot water supply line pressure must be at least 20 psi Lower pressures could cause the water valve to leak and cause water damage...

Page 7: ...eveling leg Remove the side panels and set the dishwasher upright To adjust the door springs Pull the spring adjustment pin out of the holes insert in the next highest or lowest hole and test again Figure J Figure K Adjust both door springs to the same tension Continue moving the spring pin until door is balanced Replace the dishwasher side panels and proceed to Step 2 7 Screws Toekick Screw Screw...

Page 8: ... if dishwasher will be direct wired Use Power Cord Kit WX09X70910 available for purchase from an authorized GE Appliance Dealer 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 Connect incoming power cord white or ribbed to dishwasher white black or smooth to black and ground to dishwasher gree...

Page 9: ...ase of dishwasher STEP 8 SLIDE DISHWASHER PARTIALLY INTO CABINET DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES DAMAGE WILL OCCUR 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 is a few inches forward of adjacent cabinetry Make sure drain hose is not kinked under the dishwasher and there is...

Page 10: ...ese models are designed to be hidden by your countertop Align the dishwasher as shown in Figure T Leave a 1 2 minimum gap between the underside of the countertop and the top of the dishwasher door as shown in Figure W Note If the drain hose gets trapped behind the unit it can prevent the controls from being hidden by the countertop Note If this dishwasher is replacing an existing dishwasher the ol...

Page 11: ...ou will need the 2 Phillips special head screws set aside prior to 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 IMPORTANT Drive screws straight and flush Protruding screw heads will scratch the top ...

Page 12: ...thod 2 Drain Hose Routing Route the drain hose of the dishwasher to a minimum height of 32 from the floor with the supplied hanger as shown 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 Tip Avoid unnecessary service call charges Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before attaching...

Page 13: ...act with door springs or other components See Step 9 Check door alignment with tub If door hits tub level Check door alignment with tub If door hits tub level dishwasher See Step 10 Pull lower rack out about half way Check to be sure it does Pull lower rack out about half way Check to be sure it does not roll back or forward on the door If the rack moves adjust leveling legs See Step 10 Check door...

Page 14: ...lumbing as necessary Restore power after corrections are made See Step 12 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 been removed and or air gap is not plugged See Step 13 Also check drain line for kinking Run the dishwasher through another fill and drain cycle Run the dishwasher through ...

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