GE PDWF2 Installation Instructions - Page 12

Dishwasher Installation STEP 14 - LEVEL DISHWASHER IMPORTANT- Dishwasher must be level for proper dish rack operation and wash performance. • For Top Mount Control Models: Make sure 1/2" minimum gap is maintained. • For All Models: Place level on door to check that the dishwasher is level side-to-side. Remove lower rack, place level on lower rack track inside tub to check that the dishwasher is level front-to-back. Use Level to Check Frontto-Back Use Level to Check Sideto-Side Figure X • If the dishwasher is not level, adjust the four leveling legs as illustrated in Figure Y. • If adjustment to the right rear leveling leg Junction Box Access Hole is required, access it by loosening the junction box bracket screw (through the access hole) and rotate bracket clockwise. Turn Legs to Adjust Figure Y • The dishwasher is properly leveled when the level indicator is centered left to right and front to back. The dishwasher door should close without hitting the sides of the tub, • Replace the lower rack when leveling is complete. Tip: Avoid unnecessary service charges for poor wash performance and rack operation. Pull the dish racks half way out. They should remain stationary. Open and close the door. The door should fit in the tub opening without hitting the side of the tub. If the racks roll on their own, or the door hits the side of the tub, re-level the dishwasher. IMPORTANT - After leveling, verify that the dishwasher is centered in the enclosure and the door does not hit adjacent cabinets. STEP 15 - SECURE DISHWASHER TO COUNTERTOP OR CABINET In this step you will need the 2 Phillips special head Side-Mounting screws set aside in Step 1. Brackets The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop or the cabinet sides. When countertops are made of Tub wood, use Method 1. When Frame countertops are granite or 0 other materials that will not accept screws, use Method Figure Z 2 to secure dishwasher at the sides. Countertop Mounting Brackets IMPORTANT - Avoid unnecessary Wood Cooktop I service charges. Drive screws straight and flush. Protruding screw heads will fr Screws scratch the top or sides of the control Figure AA panel and can interfere with door closing. Method 1 Secure dishwasher to wood countertop • Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of the countertop with the 2 Phillips special head screws provided. Method 2 Secure dishwasher with side-mounting brackets • Remove plug buttons (one on each side). • Install screws through the dishwasher side mount bracket and into the adjacent cabinet on each side. Reinstall plug buttons. Granite Countertop Plug Buttons D- Screws Figure BB Either Method-For Top Mount Control Models. Make certain 1/2" gap minimum is maintained. • When step is complete, close dishwasher door and verify that gap between countertop and top of dishwasher door is at least 1/2". Countertop 1/2" Min. Figure CC Dishwasher Door 12