Installing a Dishwasher

As technology keeps enhancing, there are even more chances for a common man to reap its benefits. If we speak on terms of daily household chores and activities, trust me our plate is already full for doing one too many things in one long day. It's impossible to work like robots and machines all day long, hence, to ease our work, kitchen and home appliances like, washing machines, dryers, heaters, mixers, dishwashers, etc. have been invented and has shared our burden to an extent. Now since this write-up is based on the subject of dishwasher, let me tell you it is one of those kitchen appliances that really has made our life very easy. A mountain full of vessels coming out in one day, and no dishwasher around in the house, I pity the person washing all of 'em! (sigh!) So, it's a good decision you have made if you have bought a brand new dishwasher for your kitchen and want some simple tips on installing the same.

Mainly dishwashers come in two varieties - free standing unit with roller wheels and counter-top unit for fixed placement. Whatever be the shape and service, this device is time 'n' energy saving and extremely efficient when employed. So, come with a little bit of basic electrical and plumbing skills that you have, let me show you a few lucid steps on installing a dishwasher in your kitchen.

Instructions to Install a Dishwasher

Well, before we start off with any instructions over here, let me brief you with the main steps that are involved in this process. It is the proper Wiring, Draining and Water Supply. Once you complete the wiring and electrical connection work properly, it is after that you will have to fit the new dishwasher into the cabinet and proceed expending it. But before that beginning, turn off the main power supply around the place you plan to install and place a 3 x 3 foot piece of plywood on the floor to protect you against any shock or electricity risk.

1. Preparation
   • In the first step, since you would have decided the place of installation, note that the cabinet door should have a place for its opening. The standard width of a dishwasher is 24'' and height is 34'' in US.
   • Make sure of all the supplies around the area of installation, like the water supply, electrical outlet, drain system and so on.
   • Drill three holes in the wall of the dishwasher for each aspect, water supply, drain pipes and electrical wiring.
2. Connecting the Drainpipe
   • Connect the drainpipe to the discharge pump and fix the drain hose to the top of the cabinet using a tape.
   • In most of the dishwashers, there is a knock-out plug for garbage disposals, which practically has to be removed before installation. So, as of now if you are installing the dishwasher without a garbage disposal, then it will be needless to connect the drain hose to the inlet of the disposal right now.
3. Connecting the Water Supply Line
   • Hope you have a faucet with a dual outlet shutoff valve because one outlet has to connect to the hot water supply and the other one has to get attached to the dishwasher supply line.
   • This dual facility helps you to turn off the water supply without disturbing the sink faucet. So to install the valve, connect one to the faucet and the other to the dishwasher. Secure the water supply lines properly to avoid leakage and any dishwasher installation problems.
4. Electrical Wiring
   • The main panel power supply has to be turned off before you proceed further with any electrical wiring work.
   • Remove the lower plate of the dishwasher to get a clear access to the electrical unit of the device.
   • Use a nut driver to unscrew the cover bolt and next connect black wire to black, white to white and copper wire to ground screw.
   • Replace the cover bolt and align it the way it was.

Well, practically the procedure is finished over here, but technically it hasn't. You need to check for the dishwasher's working condition. Turn on the water supply, then the electric supply and let some water fill the dishwasher. Check all the buttons on the device, if it's new, of course it's expected to work well. Press the cancel button and drain all the water. If everything looks good, replace the lower base plates of the dishwasher carefully. Since this method requires a granite countertop, you will need to push it into the cabinet to secure the underside of the countertops with fasteners.

When you purchase a new dishwasher, you will have its manual and guidelines as assistance. Read the instructions carefully and then go about doing the installation. It'll help you make less mistakes and save much of your time though!