Prepare Dishwasher Enclosure; Drain Requirements; Cabinet Preparation - GE Adora Series Installation Instructions Manual

PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE

This Wall Area
Must be Free
of Pipes and
33-1/2" to 34-3/4"
34-1/2"+1/4"
Wires
Underside of Underside of
Countertop
Countertop
to Floor
to Floor
Plumbing and Electric Service
Must Enter Inside This Area
Figure A
• 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.
• 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.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

• Follow local codes and ordinances.
• Do not exceed 12' distance to drain.
• Drain connection height is not to exceed 72" above
bottom of dishwasher.
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 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 DRAIN IF
PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE.
Installation Preparation
24"
Min.
4"
Cabinets
Square
and
6"
Plumb
24"
Min.
Remove
Drain
Plug
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury
to persons, the installer must ensure that the
dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of
installation.
CLEARANCES:
• When installed into a corner, allow 2" min. clearance
between dishwasher and adjacent cabinet, wall or other
appliances. Allow 25-1/2" min. clearance from the front of
the dishwasher for door opening. Figure B.
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.
Method 2 – "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or Disposer
Drain Hose Hanger
.
18"
Min.
Tip: Avoid unnecessary service call charges.
Always be sure disposer drain plug has been removed
before attaching dishwasher drain hose to the disposer.
3
Countertop
Dishwasher
25-1/2"
Clearance for Door
Opening 2" Minimum
Figure B
Figure C
Drain Hose Hanger
32"
Min.
Figure D
32"
Min.
18"
Min.