How to Install an Automatic Dishwasher
Installing an automatic dishwasher is a common task that virtually anyone can do. They are free standing and don't require the mounts and brackets that a built-in dishwasher uses. All new automatic dishwashers will come with everything you need for proper installation, and in most cases they will readily hook up to a kitchen sink faucet and drain system. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Unpack your dishwasher and place it in front of your area of installation. Level the dishwasher by using a level. Place the level on the dishwasher and screw the legs up or down until the unit is level. Make sure to do this or the dishwasher can walk or move during certain cycles.
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Attach your hot water line from its location to the hot water stub on the back of the dishwasher. You may have a separate line installed already from your basement or you may have a tee from the hot water line on your sink. A sink tee replaces the aerator on your faucet. They come with new dishwashers or they are readily available at hardware stores. The aerator unscrews and the tee screws on the faucet in the aerators place.
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Connect the drain hose from the dishwasher to you stand alone pipe or to your garbage disposal, whichever you may have.
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Turn on the hot water and check for leaks. If you do not have any leaks plug the dishwasher into the nearest GFCI socket and push it into place.
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Once the dishwasher is in place give the unit a test run. Look for leaks around the back of the unit and under it. Also check your water and drain lines for leaks under the sink if connected in that manner.
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Tips & Warnings
Always follow the factories instructions for installation. Although they all hook-up basically the same, different dishwashers may have slightly different hook-up procedures then described here.
Monitor the dishwasher for a few days off and on for leaks.
Make sure your dishwasher hot water line has a shut off valve on it.
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