
Installing a dishwasher
People often ask me how to install a dishwasher. Here is a brief
tutorial on the process.
Start by
having a friend help you get the dishwasher to its location and unpack all
parts provided. Next remove the existing dishwasher by unscrewing two screws at
the top attaching to the counter top. Then remove the bottom plates to access
underneath the dishwasher. Now turn the water supply off to the machine and
disconnect the water supply line. Often the supply line can be disconnected
underneath the dishwasher in the front. Then disconnect the drain hose from the
sink drain or disposal depending on your particular set up. Next, turn off power
to the dishwasher from your circuit breaker box. Then disconnect the power
supply. After everything is disconnected the dishwasher can be slid out from
its opening.
Now you are ready to install your new dishwasher. Start by
unpacking everything inside of the dishwasher and looking over the
manufacture's supplied directions. Typically you will need to purchase a Dishwasher supply Kit separately. In some cases you can re-use your existing hoses but they do ware out over time and this is a good time to change them.
Connect the waste line to the bottom of the dishwasher if not
already installed and then to the bottom of your sink. Next slide the
dishwasher half way into its permanent location and pull the drain hose under the sink avoiding kinks. Now push the dishwasher into its permanent location and
install the 2 mounting screws into the counter top. Connect the water supply
line and connect the electrical supply to the control box of the dishwasher.
And remember black to black, white to white, and green to the bare ground wire.
Make sure the drain hose has an air loop by arcing above the drain sink
connection.
Now double check all
connections and turn the water supply back on.
Finally, double check that you have removed all packing and loose parts from the inside of the dishwasher. Then test the dishwasher for proper operation. Assuming everything is operating correctly, install the bottom cover plates according to the manufacture's supplied directions.
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