GE Spacemaker PDW1800N Install Manual page 2

2-5/32"
(5.5 cm)
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
3/4" Thick Custom Panel
Template Instructions for 18"
Top Control Integrated Profi le and
Monogram Dishwasher Models
The custom panel should be sized to your installation situation. See Step 1. For easier
installation, the custom panel and custom handle should be attached before installing the
dishwasher. Use this template to locate mounting screws and spacers on the custom panel.
IMPORTANT
• A custom handle must be installed onto the
custom panel. Install the custom handle 4-1/2"
max. from the top of the panel.
STEP 1 CUSTOM PANEL SIZE REQUIREMENTS
HEIGHT
Panel height should be 26-25/32" (68 cm).
• The top of the custom panel must be fl ush
with the top of the door. The 1/2" minimum gap
between the top of the door and the bottom of
the countertop must be maintained.
Countertop
1/2" minimum
Minimum 1/2" gap
for clearance
STEP 2 DRAW CENTERLINE
• Place the custom panel on a fl at surface with the
appearance side down.
• Locate the vertical center of the panel at the top.
• Use a carpenter's square to draw a centerline from
top to bottom.
STEP 3 ALIGN TEMPLATE TO PANEL
• Trim template on the dotted line along all sides.
• Place the template on the panel aligned with the top
edge and the centerline. Use tape to hold in place.
IMPORTANT: If the template is not aligned with the top
edge of the panel, the 1/2" minimum gap will not be maintained.
This 1/2" minimum gap must be maintained to prevent condensation
and damage to the control panel from screw heads.
• Use an awl to mark the screw hole locations indicated
on the template. Remove the template.
13/32"
(1 cm)
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
6-1/2"
(16.5 cm)
Trim Around Dotted Line
Top of Panel
7-11/16"
(19.5 cm)
PARTS INCLUDED:
(2) Brackets
(4) 1/2" Phillips fl at-head screws
(2) Spacer pads
(2) Metal spacers
(2) 1" Phillips fl at-head screws
(2) 3/4" Phillips round-head screws
WIDTH
Panel width must be 17-1/2" (44.4 cm).
• If the panel width is less than 17-1/2", it will
not cover the dishwasher frame.
IMPORTANT: To ensure optimum door balance
performance, the custom panel must not weigh
more than 8 lbs.
Mark center
screw holes
5-29/32"
(15 cm)
Top of Panel
7-11/16"
(19.5 cm)
STEP 4 INSTALL MOUNTING SCREWS AND SPACERS
Note: The custom panel is secured to the dishwasher door
with the metal spacers, screws and brackets provided.
The metal spacers and brackets will slip into the slots
on the dishwasher door and control panel.
• Align the metal spacers over the top pilot holes. Ensure
the thick, recessed side is facing up.
• Drive the supplied 1" Phillips fl at-head screws through
the metal spacers and into the panel.
• Align the brackets over the bottom pilot holes. Ensure
the curved lip is facing up. If the back surface of the
panel is not fl at, use the spacer pads provided.
• Drive the 1/2" Phillips fl at-head screws through the
brackets and into the panel.
STEP 5 INSTALL CUSTOM HANDLE
A custom handle must be installed onto the panel
before the panel is secured to the dishwasher door.
• The handle should be installed so that it aligns with
adjacent drawer handles, or 4-1/2" max. from the top
of the panel. Secure the handle in the same manner
as the cabinet handles. Screws must be
countersunk into the panel.
STEP 6 INSTALL ASSEMBLED PANEL
• Secure the panel to the door by inserting
the top metal spacers and bottom brackets
into the matching slots on the dishwasher
door and control panel. Dishwasher
door
• Make sure both metal spacers
and both brackets engage the slots.
• Press the panel against the door and push
downward until the metal spacers and brackets
are fully engaged into the slots. The panel should
align evenly with the top and sides.
• Stand the dishwasher upright.
• Open the dishwasher door and remove the
2 plug buttons, one on each side as shown.
• Place the supplied 3/4" Phillips round-head
screws inside the plastic sleeve and drive
through the inner door and into the custom
panel.
• Replace the 2 plug buttons by pressing them
fi rmly back into the plastic sleeve.
WARNING: Do not overtighten screws. Excessive
tightening of the screws could damage door edges.
STEP 7 CHECK DOOR BALANCE
To check the door balance, hold the top of the
dishwasher fi rmly.
• Check the door balance by opening and closing
the door.
• If the door drops when released, increase the
spring tension. If the door rises when released,
decrease the spring tension.
• Using a T25 torque driver, adjust in the direction
shown. Adjust both sides equally.
5-29/32"
(15 cm)
PARTS SUPPLIED
(2) Spacer Pads (2) Brackets
(2) 3/4" Round-head
(2) 1" Phillips fl at-head (4) 1/2" Phillips fl at-head
screws
screws screws
2-5/32"
(5.5 cm)
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
Bracket
Spacer
Spacer Pad
Screws must be counter-
sunk into panel
4 1/2" Max.
from top
of panel
Handle
Custom
door panel
Trim Around
Dotted Line
Custom panel
Custom
panel
Increase
Increase
Decrease
Decrease
13/32"
(1 cm)
Drill 3/32"
Pilot Hole
3/32" Deep
6-1/2"
(16.5 cm)
(2) Metal spacers
Pub. No. 31-30244
Dwg. No. 206C1559P182
05-08 JR