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USER MANUAL ZBD4700XBB GE

Before you begin—Read these instructions completely and carefully.

IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local inspector's use

IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.

NOTE TO INSTALLER: Be sure to leave these instructions with the Con-

sumer.

NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep these instructions with your Use and Care

Book for future reference.

WARNING

This appliance must be properly grounded. See "Electrical Supply", page 6.

If the dishwasher is a new installation most of work must be done before the dishwasher is moved into place. If the dishwasher is replacing another dishwasher the connections for the dishwasher being replaced must be checked for compatibility with this dishwasher and replaced as necessary.

If you have a question concerning the installation of this product, call the GE Answer

Center® Consumer Information Service at

800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you received a damaged

dishwasher, you should immediately contact your

dealer or builder.

Consumer must supply custom panels.

Before you begin: Make sure that custom panels are available. Custom panels must be installed onto the dishwasher before final installation. If they are not, the dishwasher will have to be removed from under the counter to install these panels.

Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X have a finished front door and access panel. 1/4" thick custom panels may be installed onto these models.

Models ZBD4800X does not have a finished

door or access panel. A custom 3/4" thick door and access panel must be supplied by the consumer.

Installation instructions for both 1/4" and 3/4" thick custom panels are included in this booklet.

Contents

Design Information

Installation Notes 3

Standard Installation in 24" or 25" Deep Cabinets.... 3

Models ZBD4800X ONLY

Step 3A: 3/4" Door and Access Panels.... 12

Remove Access Panel Assembly.... 12

Design Information

		Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers
Installation Notes	Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X dishwashers are supplied as either a black or white model. Door and access panels may be replaced with custom decorative panels of wood or other materials to match surrounding cabinetry.•Standard door and access panel trim will accommodate custom panels up to 1/4" thick.	Model ZBD4800X dishwashers are supplied as either a black or white model. These models do not have a finished door or access panel. A custom 3/4" thick door and access panel must be custom made to suit the installation.•All dishwasher models may be installed beneath any type of countertop.•A matching toekick is supplied with all models and may be customized to match surrounding cabinetry.•Side trim is not required. All models come equipped with vinyl strips to fill a 24" wide opening.

Standard Installation in 24" or 25" deep cabinets

Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X as supplied:

• The dishwasher door will be flush with the front face of the cabinetry.

• The dishwasher control panel will extend 1/4" beyond the front face of cabinetry.

The addition of a 1/4" thick custom door and access panel will make the door and control panel nearly flush.

Models ZBD4800X:

- With the 3/4" thick custom panel in place, the exterior is trimless and fits flush with adjacent cabinetry.

Cabinet Depth 24" Cabinet Resting Against Wall

Design Information

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Double

Dishwashers

When installing double dishwashers side-by-side:
• Make cabinet opening 47-3/8" wide.
- Depth and height are same as for single unit.

47-3/8" Min.

Divider Panel

Installation

• Must be supplied by installer at time of installation. Locate divider panel in center of 47-3/8" opening provided for two dishwashers.
• Suggest attachment to floor, countertop and rear wall.

1/8" Thick Masonite 24-1/4" 34-1/4"-35" 5° 2°

Double

Dishwashers

Water Supply

When installing two dishwashers side-by-side, run a branch water supply line as shown.

Shut,Off Value Optional 1-3/4" 6"

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Choosing the Location

Select a location as close to the sink as possible for easy access to water and drain lines.

34° to 35° Underside of Countertop to Floor This Wall Area must be Free of Pipes or wires 1-3/4" 24° Min. Plumbing and Electric Service Must Enter Inside This Area. 23-5/8" Min. 24° Max.

- The dishwasher must be located within reach of the drain hose. The maximum drain hose length is 10 feet. Consideration for the installation of a high drain loop or air gap must be included when determining the installation location. See "Prepare Drain Plumbing", page 8 and "Install Drain Plumbing", page 19.

- The rough opening should be 23-5/8" min. to 24" max. wide, 24" deep and 34" to 35" high.

• Adjacent cabinets should be square and plumb to ensure a good fit.
  • The floor inside the opening must be level and even with the kitchen floor.
• The dishwasher must be fully enclosed on the top, sides and back.
• Filler strips are provided to cover gaps on the sides of dishwasher.

Dimensions

If the dishwasher is installed in a corner, allow 2" min. clearance between dishwasher and

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Electrical Supply

Warning, 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. Follow National electrical codes or prevailing local codes and ordinances.

18" Receptacle Location Area 1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.) Alternate Receptacle Location 1-3/4" 6" 5" 6" 3" from Cabinet 24" from Wall Ground Black (Live) White (Neutral)

Electrical Requirements

- This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz., and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse.

- Wiring must be 2 wire with ground. - If the electrical supply provided does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.

Cabinet Preparation & Wire Routing

Wiring may enter from either side of the opening, from the rear, or from the floor within the shaded area shown.

Cut hole 1-1/2" max. dia. within the shaded area to admit the electrical cable or power cord. The hole must be free of sharp edges. If the cabinet wall partition is metal, the edge of the hole must be covered with a rubber cord protector.

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Hot Water Supply

The hot water supply line may enter from either side, the rear or from the floor within the shaded area.

1-1/2" Dia. Hole Shut-off Valve Hot 6" Right Side Entry Approx. 40" from Wall Left Side Entry Approx. 30° from Wall 2" 2" from Floor Cabinet Face

• Turn off the water supply.

- Cut a hole approximately 1-1/2" dia. within the shaded area to admit the water line. Access holes must be round and smooth. - Install a hand shut-off valve in the hot water supply line in an accessible location, such as under the sink. (The shut-off valve is optional, but recommended and may be required in some local codes.)

• Install the hot water inlet line, using no less than 3/8" O.D. copper tubing or 1/2" O.D. plastic tubing.

- The water line must be long enough to form a smooth natural loop with no sharp bends or kinks between the cutout entry and fill valve location. For a left side entry, allow approximately 30" length. For a right side entry, allow approximately 40" length.

- Extend the water line forward to approximate fill valve location.

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Prepare

Drain

Plumbing

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

• Follow local codes and ordinances.
- Dishwasher drain hose must not exceed 10 feet in length for proper drainage.
- Dishwasher must be connected to waste line with an air gap (not supplied) or 32" minimum high drain loop depending on local codes and ordinances to prevent back flow into the dishwasher.
• Air gap must be used if waste tee or disposer connection is less than 18 inches above floor to prevent shopping.

CAUTION

An air gap MUST BE USED if the drain hose is connected to waste tee or disposer lower than 18" above the floor level.

Failure to provide the proper drain connection height with air gap or 32" minimum height drain loop will result in improper draining of the dishwasher which may

DRAIN PREPARATION

The type of drain installation depends on answers to the following questions:

1 Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap?

1 Will waste tee or disposer connection be less than 18" above floor?

1 Will installation have a drain loop less than 32" above floor?

If the answer to ANY of the 3 questions above

is YES, Method 2 MUST be used. Otherwise

either Method 1 or Method 2 may be used.

METHOD 1-High Drain Loop with Waste Tee or Disposer

Drain hose to be fastened to underside of countertop in a later step.

Drain hose to be fastened to underside of countertop in a later step.

METHOD 2-Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer

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Step 1 Check Installation Hardware

Remove the hardware accessory bag and other parts from inside or taped to the outside of the dishwasher. Check contents against drawings to assure that all parts are present.

All Models

1/2" Water Inlet Extension Fibrig, 3/8" NFT both top and bottom

Model ZBD4800X Only

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Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers

If you have a question concerning the installation of this product, call the GE Answer Center® Consumer Information Service at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you received a damaged dishwasher, you should immediately contact your dealer or builder.

The dishwasher MUST be installed in such a manner to allow for future removal from the enclosure if service is required.

Before starting make sure that the custom panel is available. If not, the dishwasher will have to be removed from under the counter to install the panels.

Installation of this dishwasher requires basic electrical and mechanical skills. Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See the back cover of the Use & Care Guide for warranty information.

Tools Required

(not supplied)

- Tape measure

•Spirit level

- Flat blade

screwdriver

•Phillips

screwdriver

• Awl

•Carpenters square

- Wire cutter

- Adjustable wrench

- Wire stripper

• Electric drill

•1-1/2" drill bit

or hole saw

• Pliers

Materials Required

(not supplied)

• Minimum 3/8" OD copper tubing of sufficient length for your installation

- Shut-off valve - Compression nut

- 90° compression elbow (3/8" NPT one end)

- Two 1-1/4" adjustable hose clamps (to accommodate drain

• 120 Volt 60 Hz. 15 Amp or 20 Amp, 2 wire with ground

Properly grounded branch circuit

- 1/2" strain relief bushing for electrical supply cable.

- 3 wire nuts

1/4" Custom Panels

Skip this step if you are not using custom panels.

Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X

Prepare

1/4" Custom

Panels

For Model

ZBD4600X and

ZBD4700X ONLY

Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X will accept 1/4" thick custom door and access panels.

- Cut 1/4" thick door panel: 23-1/4" wide, 22-11/16" high.

- Cut 1/4" thick access panel: 23-1/4" wide, 1-1/2" high.

Cut edges of the panels will be concealed by the trim.

Cut a notch in the top corners of the door panel, 1/8" wide and 3/16" deep. This will allow the panel to slide under the escutcheon. The bottom corners of the door panel trim and all 4 corners of the access panel trim are rounded. Therefore, for a good fit, a 5/16" radius cut is required.

Notch 1/8" 3/16" 1/4" Thick Door Panel 22-11/16" 5/16" Radius Cut 1/4" Thick Access Panel 1-1/2" 23-1/4"

Install Custom Access Panel

Remove 2 Screws Remove 4 Screws Custom Panel

3/4" Custom Panels

Models ZBD4800X do not have a finished door or access panel. 3/4" thick custom panels are required.

Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers

Step 3A

3/4" Door and

Access Panels

For Model

ZBD4800X

ONLY

Skip This Step

If You Are

Installing Other

Models

Door and access panels should be constructed in the same manner as surrounding cabinetry. Cut edges will show and must be finished for optimum appearance. Provide these dimensions to the cabinet manufacturer to ensure that the panels are constructed accurately.

This dishwasher has an adjustable spacer bar below the control panel. The spacer bar allows you to match the height of adjacent drawers. When adjacent drawers are shorter height than the control panel, align the bottom of the control panel by pushing the spacer bar upwards and tightening two screws. Maximum spacer bar adjustment is 3/4".

4-3/4" 5-1/2" Spacer Bar Adjustment Screws

Any adjustment to the spacer bar will affect the height of the custom panel.

EXAMPLE: Minimum panel height is 22-1/2"

Add adjusted dimension 1/4"

TOTAL PANEL HEIGHT 22-3/4"

OR

Measure the adjusted height of the control

3/4" Thick Door Panel 22-1/2" Min. 23-1/4" Max. See Example 3/6" Gap 3/4" Thick Access Panel 1-5/8" 23-3/8"

28" Panel Height 4-3/4" Min. 5-1/2" Max.

3/4" Custom Panels

Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers

Step 3A

(continued)

Install

Custom

Access Panel

to Assembly

Locate the access panel template provided.

- Place the template on the back side of custom

access panel with top edges and sides aligned.

- Use an awl or punch to mark 4 screw hole locations.

- Remove the template and drill four 3/32"

pilot holes 3/8" deep in the marked locations.

- Place the mounting brackets on the access

panel, aligning screw holes.

- Secure the brackets to the panel with four screws (A) provided.

- Drop the access panel with mounting brackets into the slots on the assembly and push down.

- Set the access panel assembly and custom panel aside. Do not reinstall until final installation is completed.

Custom Panel Access Panel Template Screw A

Remove

Plastic

Chassis

Cover

Pavamina 2 Grudanje

Hand holding a tilted rectangular object with an arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols)

3/4" Custom Panels

Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers

Step 3A

(continued)

Secure

Custom

Panel to

Dishwasher

Use the template supplied to find the location of the support brackets which hold the custom panel to the front of the dishwasher door.

• Check to be sure the spacer bar below the control panel is set to the desired location.
  • Measure the total height of the control panel. See illustration on page 12.
  • Find and mark that location on the graded rule on both top corners of the template.

- Lay the custom panel on a flat surface with the appearance side down. Locate the vertical center of the panel at the top. Use a carpenters square to draw a center line from top to bottom on the panel.

- Place the template on the panel with the large "V" notch at the top and small "V" notch at bottom. Align the template center line to the center line drawn on the panel. Align the top of the template with dimensions previously marked on the graded rules. The windows on both sides of the template will help you align the template to the panel accurately.

MM INCHES CONTROL PANEL HEIGHT 115 4-3/4 125 5 135 5-1/4 145 5-1/2 155

Pure electrical circuit lines without any symbols

3/4" Custom Panels

Models ZBD4800X Dishwashers

Step 3A (continued)

• Fit the panel to the door by inserting the top and bottom mounting brackets into the matching slots.
• The top plastic brackets will fit into keyhole slots and the bottom metal brackets will fit into the side slots.

- Press the panel against the door and push upwards until the side bracket screw hole aligns with the inner door screw hole on both sides.

• Install one screw (C) on both sides to secure the panel to the door.

Diagram showing two mechanical components with arrows indicating movement or assembly, possibly illustrating a process or manufacturing procedure.

Screw C

Technical diagram showing a mechanical setup with a circular component and directional arrow, likely illustrating a motion or force system.

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Step 4 Adjust The Door Balance

- Carefully upright the dishwasher. Important: The weight of the door panel may cause the door to fall heavily. The correct spring tension will prevent the door from falling too heavily or raising by itself from a fully open position. - Hold the door and open fully. If the door falls too heavily, or if the door starts to close by itself, the spring tension will need to be adjusted.

If adjustment is required:

• To locate the spring adjustment slots, carefully lay the dishwasher on its bac
- Remove the 3 screws holding the base plate to the bottom of the dishwasher.
- Locate the spring tension slots on the sides.
- With a pair of pliers, pull the spring clip out and down to the next slot for more tension, or up to the next slot for less tension.
- Upright the dishwasher and test door balance. Continue this procedure until the door is balanced.
•Reinstall the base plate with screws.

Remove 3 Screws

Spring Clip

5 Step

Locate the 4 leveling legs, 4 nuts and 4 locking washers.

• Install a nut followed by a lock washer onto each leveling lead.

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Step 6

Install Water Inlet Fittings

Step 7

Protect the Countertop

8Step

• Install the water inlet extension fitting and 90° elbow (not supplied) onto the dish-washer. Use thread sealing tape or pipe thread compound.
- The 90^ elbow should face the left side of the dishwasher.

• To protect the countertop from moisture, apply the self-adhesive plastic strip provided to the underside of the countertop.

Note: 90° elbow should face the left side.

Line drawing of a cabinet or cabinet frame with decorative trim and door (no text or symbols)

• Remove the screw holding the junction box to the dishwasher frame. Remove the junction box.
• Install a strain relief onto the junction box.

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Step 9 Level The Dishwasher

• Carefully upright the dishwasher, so as not to bend the leveling legs.
• Tilt the dishwasher slightly and slip leg slides under the leveling legs.
• Check to be sure the dishwasher is level and at the proper cutout height.
• Tighten the bolts on each leveling leg against the bottom of the dishwasher.

Level Top And Sides Leg Slides

Step 10 Install Side Filler Strips

Side filler strips are packed with the product. If the cabinet cutout is wider than the dishwasher, install the filler strips on both sides of the dishwasher to cover gaps.

• Open the door fully.
• Remove the two screws on the inside front frame of the dishwasher.
• Remove the plastic covering the adhesive strip on the back side of the filler strip.
• Carefully, align the screw holes on the filler strip with screw holes on the dishwasher. Press firmly into place.
• Secure filler strips with original screws.

Line drawing of a simple wooden cabinet or rack structure with no text or symbols

Step 11

Locate the drain hose packed with the dishwasher.
- Fit the drain hose onto the drain hose adapter on the back of the dishwasher

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The water supply line should be flushed to clear any foreign material before connecting to the dishwasher.

• Make sure there are no sharp bends or kinks which could restrict the water flow.
- Connect the water supply line to the 90° elbow.
- Turn on the water supply and check for leaks.

Hot Water Supply 90° Elbow

Follow all local codes and ordinances.

Drain Line Preparation

- The dishwasher is supplied with a 78" long corrugated drain hose. The molded end is designed to fit 5/8", 3/4" or 1" diameter connections to the air gap, waste tee or disposer. Cut on premarked line as required for your installation.

Note: Do not cut corrugated portion of hose.

Method 1-High drain loop with waste tee or disposer

Fasten to underside of countertop 18" Min. 32" Min.

Waste tee installation Disposer Installation

Note: Be sure to remove drain plug from disposer before attaching drain line. Dishwasher will not drain if plug is left in place.

Method 2-Air gap with waste tee or disposer

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Step 15

Connect Electrical (For direct connection to house wiring)

Step 16

Secure

Verify that power is turned off at source.

If house wiring is not 2-wire with a ground wire, a ground must be provided by the installer. When house wiring is aluminum, be sure to use U.L. approved antioxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.

• Remove the screw holding the junction box to the dishwasher frame. Remove the junction box.
  • Install a strain relief onto the junction box.
• Tighten the strain relief against the incoming wires.
• Strip 1/2" insulation from end of wires.
• Connect incoming wires to dishwasher wires using wire nuts of appropriate size. Connect white to white, black to black and incoming ground to green wire.
• Push all wires into the junction box and place on dishwasher frame. Secure with screw.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with a screw and mounting base (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with a tool and base (no text or symbols)

To maintain dishwasher position and alignment, drill pilot holes through the mounting flange and into the underside of the countertop. Install 2 screws provided.

Note: Open and close dishwasher door to

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Step 18

Install

Toekick

and

Access Panel

• Place the toekick against the chassis cover, aligning screw holes.
• Hang the access panel assembly on the screw with the spacer ring. The lip of the assembly will slip into the notch on the ring.
• Secure the assembly with the original Phillips head color matched screws.

Chassis Cover Tockick Access Panel

Optional

Custom

Toekick

The supplied toekick may be covered with a custom toekick to match surrounding cabinetry.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN:

1. Install the supplied toekick as described above.
2. Compare the toekick depth of the dishwasher to the toekick depth of the cabinetry. Cabinet toekick depth will vary among manufacturers.
3. The difference will determine the thickness of the custom material to be used.
4. Cut the custom toekick to fit the width of the dishwasher opening.

A continuous tookick, bridging the dishwasher.

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Questions & Answers

Stainless Steel Interior Dishwashers

Q. Can I use a custom toekick with the stainless steel interior dishwasher models?

A. Yes, a matching toekick is supplied with these models and can be covered with a custom toekick to match surrounding cabinetry.

Q. Can I use custom panels on the stainless steel interior dishwasher models?

A. Yes, Models ZBD4600X and ZBD4700X will accept 1/4" thick custom panels. The custom panels are secured to the dishwasher with the factory installed trim and does not require a trim kit.

Models ZBD4800X do not have a finished door or access panel. These models require a 3/4" thick custom door and access panel. Mounting brackets for the panels are provided with the product. The installation of custom panels on all models must be completed before the product is installed.