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GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 800.626.2000 or visit our website at: www.monogram.com Built-In Dishwashers ZBD1850* ZBD1870 * For ZBD1850 also refer to the instructions provided on the template packed with that model...
Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See warranty information. • Completion Time – 1 to 3 Hours. New installations require more time than replacement installations.
Two #8 Phillips head wood screws, 5/8" long to Two #8 Phillips head wood screws, 5/8" long to ■ secure dishwasher to underside of countertop (in literature package). MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED: Ferrule, compression nut and 90° Elbow (3/8" NPT Ferrule, compression nut and 90°...
DISHWASHER WILL NOT DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFT IN PLACE. • The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is no more than 10’ in length for proper drainage. To reduce the risk of electric shock, fi re, or injury to persons, the installer must ensure that the dishwasher is completely enclosed 24"...
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.
(Optional, but strongly recommended and may be required by local codes.) • Water connection is on the left side of the dishwasher. Install the hot water inlet line, using no less than 3/8" O.D. copper tubing. Route the line as shown in Figure F and extend forward at least 18"...
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• Lay the dishwasher on its back. Remove the four screws securing the toekick to the dishwasher, and remove the toekick. Screws Toekick Figure I • Remove the single screw just above and to the side of each front leveling leg.
Skip this step if dishwasher will be direct wired. Use Power Cord Kit WX09X70910, available for purchase from an authorized GE Appliance Dealer. The power cord and connections must comply with the National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/or local codes and ordinances.
STEP 8 SLIDE DISHWASHER PARTIALLY INTO CABINET DO NOT PUSH AGAINST FRONT PANEL WITH KNEES. DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. • Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time. Reposition Dishwasher by Grasping Both Sides With Hands. Do Not Push Against Front Door Panel With Knee.
Align the dishwasher as shown in Figure T. Leave a 1/2" minimum gap between the underside of the countertop and the top of the dishwasher door as shown in Figure W. Note: If the drain hose gets trapped behind the unit it can prevent the controls from being hidden by the countertop.
• Make sure 1/2" minimum gap is maintained (see Figure T). • Place level on door to check that the dishwasher is level side- to-side. Place level on rack track inside tub to check that the dishwasher is level front-to-back.
Waste Tee Installation Figure HH Method 2 – Drain Hose Routing Route the drain hose of the dishwasher to a minimum height of 32" from Fasten drain hose at least at the fl oor with the supplied hanger as shown.
120°F and 150°F. A minimum of 120°F temperature is required for best wash performance. See “Prepare Hot Water Line,” page 5. Add 2 quarts of water to the bottom of the dishwasher to Add 2 quarts of water to the bottom of the dishwasher to ■...
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