GE L0523252 Dishwasher User Manual


 
Installation Instructions
PREPARE HOT WATER LINE
The line may enter from either side, rear or floor
within the shaded area shown in Figure E
The line may pass through the same hole as the
electrical cable and drain hose. Or, cut an additional
1-1/2" dia. hole to accommodate the water line.
If power cord with plug is used, water line must not
pass through power cord hole.
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Cabinet
Cabinet Face
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Figure F
Water Line Connection
Turn off the water supply.
Install a hand shut-off valve in an accessible location,
such as under the sink. (Optional, but strongly recom-
mended 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"
O.D. copper tubing. Route the line as shown in Figure F
and extend forward at least 18"from rear wall.
Adjust water heater for 120°Fto 150°F temperature.
Flush water line to clean out debris.
The hotwater supply line pressure must be 20-120 PSI.
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).
ISTEP 11CHECK DOOR BALANCE
To check the door balance, hold the top of the dish-
washer firmly.
FigureG
Open the door slowly, if the door drops when
released, increase spring tension. If the door closes
when released, decrease tension.
Pull the spring adjustment pin out of the holes, insert
in the next highest or lowest hole and test again.
Adjust both door springs to the same tension.
Continue moving the spring pin until door is balanced.
CAUTION:
Opening the door will cause the dishwasher
to tip forward. Do not open the door until you are ready
to install the dishwasher. If it is
necessary to open the door, hold
the top of the dishwasher securely
with one hand and hold the door
with the other hand.
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