Drain Requirements; Cabinet Preparation - GE gdf520pgjbb Installation Instructions Manual

Installation Preparation
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
This Wall Area
must be Free
of Pipes or
+ wires
33-1/2" to 34-3/4"
34-1/2" 1/4"
Underside of Underside of
Countertop
Countertop
to Floor
to Floor
Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Inside This Area
• The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24" deep, 24"
wide and approximately 34-1/2" high from floor to underside
of the countertop.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

• Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 12' distance to drain.
• Maximum drain height is 72".
NOTE: Air gap must be used, if waste tee or disposer
connection is less than 18" above floor to prevent siphoning.
DETERMINE DRAIN METHOD
The type of drain installation depends on the following
questions.
• Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?
• Is waste tee less than 18" above floor?
If the answer to 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 PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
section 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.
24"
Min.
4"
Cabinets
Square
and
6"
Plumb
24"
Min.
Remove
Drain
Plug
WARNING:
installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed at
the time of installation.
ADVERTENCIA:
Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, incendio o lesiones a
personas, el instalador debe asegurarse de que el lavaplatos esté
completamente cerrado en el momento de la instalación.
• The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no
more than 12' in length for proper drainage.
• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and
back, and must not support any part of the enclosure.
CLEARANCES:
• When installed into a corner,
allow 2" min. clearance
between dishwasher and
adjacent cabinet, wall or other
appliances. Allow 28-3/8" min.
clearance from the front
of the dishwasher for door
opening.
Method 1 – Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer
An air gap must be used when required by local codes and
ordinances. The air gap must be installed according to manufacturer's
instructions.
Drain Hose Hanger
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
Method 2 – "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or Disposer
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.
Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed before
attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
Countertop
Dishwasher
25-1/2"
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
Drain Hose Hanger
32"
Min.
18"
Min.
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