GE PDW8100 Series Installation Instructions Manual page 3

Installation Preparation
PREPARE DISHWASHER ENCLOSURE
,The dishwasher must be installed so that drain hose is
no more than 10' in length for proper drainage.
FigureA
34-1/2"_+1/4"
Underside of
Countertop
to Floor
FloorMUST
beEvenwith
Room Floor
Free
Square
and
Plumb
Plumbingand Electric Service
Must Enter Shaded 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.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury
to persons, the installer must ensure that the
dishwasher is completely enclosed atthe time of
installation.
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. Figure B
Countertop
Clearance for Door
Opening 2"Minimum
FigureB
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
, Follow local codes and ordinances.
, Do not exceed 10' distance to drain.
, Do not connect drain lines from other devices
to the dishwasher drain hose.
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 I MUST
be used.
,If the answers are NO, either method may be used.
CABINET PREPARATION
, Drill a 1-1/2" dia. hole in the cabinet wa!l within the
shaded areas shown in Figure Aforthe drain hose
connection. The hole should be smooth with no sharp
edges.
iMPORTANT: When connecting
drain line to disposer, check to
be
_ 4--
Remove
Hopper
sure that drain plug has been Plug
removed. DISHWASHER WILL NOT
DRAIN IF PLUG IS LEFTIN PLACE.
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FigureC
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.
32"
Min. 18"
FigureD
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In.I
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Method 2 - "High Drain Loop" with Waste Tee or Disposer
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