Step 13: Install Mounting Brackets - GE Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions Manual

Dishwasher Installation
STEP 11: SLIDE DISHWASHER THREE-FOURTHS
OF THE WAY INTO CABINET
IMPORTANT
–
knees. Damage will occur.
• Grasp the sides of the front panel and slide dishwasher into the
opening a few inches at a time.
Do not push against
front door panel with
knee. Damage to the
door panel will occur.
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• As you proceed, pull the drain hose through the opening under the
sink. Stop pushing when the dishwasher extends about 6 inches
forward of adjacent cabinets.
• Make sure drain hose is not kinked under or behind the dishwasher.
• Make certain the house wiring, drain line and water line do not
interfere with components under dishwasher.
STEP 12: INSTALL TRIM PIECES
In this step you will need the trim pieces set aside in Step 1.
• For Models GDF570 & DDT575 Position the trim pieces so the lips
face toward the dishwasher door.
with the top edge and press the trim piece completely onto the tub
Top
Trim
Side
Trim
Figure R
For all other models:
• Select the top trim piece (See Figure R) and line up center to the top
to the other.
• Select the left trim piece (see Figure R).Align top edge with the top
(See Figure R for right side trim piece.)
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Do not push against front panel with
Side
Trim
Top
View

STEP 13: INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKETS

You will need the mounting brackets and 2 #8 hex-head screws set
aside in Step 1.
You must install the mounting brackets onto the dishwasher tub
frame top or sides prior to sliding the dishwasher into place under
the countertop. This dishwasher is capable of a true-flush installation
at a 24" deep opening. The mounting brackets have several
available attachment positions to accommodate different cabinet
constructions.
Install mounting brackets on top
countertop is wood or wood-like material that accepts screws:
IMPORTANT -
closing the dishwasher door, adjust the brackets by bending
them up as needed, so that they do not contact the top of the
dishwasher door and cause damage.
Top Mounting
#8 Bracket
Screw
Dishwasher
tub frame
•
If you are installing the dishwasher under a counter with a short
overhang, the countertop brackets may extend beyond the edge
of the counter. If this is the case, remove the excess length by
repeatedly bending the brackets at the front notch only until they
break.
Install mounting brackets on sides
granite or similar material that will not accept wood screws:
• Position the left-hand side bracket as shown. Repeat with the right
bracket.
Side
Trim
Side Mounting
Dishwasher
tub frame
#8 Bracket
Screw as
supplied
Figure T
if the underside of
After installing brackets and before
Bracket
Bend and break here
after installing if
counter has a short
overhang.
Figure S
if the countertop is
Bend and break
here if necessary
Bracket