Step 14: Connect Water Supply - GE 31-31570 Installation Instructions Manual

Dishwasher Installation
STEP 13: FASTEN DISHWASHER TO
UNDERSIDE OF COUNTERTOP OR SIDES
OF CABINET
In this step you will need the two 5/8" Phillips-head
wood screws set aside in Step 1.
IMPORTANT
– Dishwasher must be centered
in cabinet opening. Interference with cabinets or
countertop will cause leaks and damage to the
door panel and/or control panel.
• If countertop is wood or woodlike material, fasten
the dishwasher to the countertop by driving the
Phillips head screws through the countertop
brackets and into the countertop.
• If the countertop is granite or similar material,
drive Phillips screws through side mount brackets
and into the adjacent cabinets.
to prevent interference with door operation and
damage to the control panel. See Figure T.
Figure T
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges for leaks
or control panel damage.
Make sure the dishwasher is centered in the cabinet
and the door opens and closes freely without hitting
the adjacent cabinets. Drive mounting screws

STEP 14: CONNECT WATER SUPPLY

Connect the water supply line to the 90° elbow
installed in Step 6.
• Slide the compression nut and then the ferrule
over the end of the water line.
• Insert the water line into the 90° elbow.
• Slide the ferrule against the elbow and secure
with the compression nut.
90° Elbow
Figure U
IMPORTANT
– Check to be sure the door
water supply line. Test by opening and closing the
door. Reroute the water supply lines or slightly
bend the water valve bracket if a rubbing noise or
interference occurs.
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges for noise
or leaks.
Make sure the door spring does not rub against the
Compression Nut
Ferrule
90°
Hot Water
Elbow
Supply Line
Water Valve Bracket
Fill Hose
Hot Water
Supply Line
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