Prepare Electrical Wiring - GE PDW9880NSS - Profile: - 24 in. Dishwasher Installation Instructions Manual

Installation Preparation
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:
Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker
before beginning installation. Do not use
an extension cord or adapter plug with this
appliance.
Electrical Requirements
• This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz., and
connected to an individual properl9 grounded branch circuit
protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delag
fuse.
• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C(176°F).
• If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.
Grounding Instructions-Cable Direct
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and be
connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
appliance.
Grounding Instructions-Power Cord Models
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
The improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service representative if you
are in doubt that the appliance is properly
grounded.
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, , Receptacle _ ",
, Location
1-1/2" Dia.
Hole (Hax.)
Location
Area
3" from
Cabinet
Figure E
White
For models equipped with power cord: Do not modify the plug
provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed bg a qualified technician.
Cabinet Preparation and Wire Routing
• The wiring mag enter the opening from either side, rear or the
floor within the shaded area.
• Cut a 1-1/2" max. diameter hole to admit the electrical cable.
Cable direct connections mag pass through the same hole
as the drain hose and hot water line, if convenient. If cabinet
wall is metal, the hole edge must be covered with a bushing.
Note: Power cords with plug must pass through a separate
hole.
Electrical Connection to Dishwasher
Electrical connection is on the right front of dishwasher.
• For cable direct connections the cable must be routed as
shown in Figure E.Cable must extend a minimum of 24" from
the rear wall.
• For power cord connections, install a B-prong grounding type
receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall, 6" min. or 18" max.
from the opening, 6" to 18" above the flooE