Installing a dishwasher in the kitchen with your own hands
Installing a dishwasher on your own will save the owner from 2000 to 5000 rubles. Installation work is simple, but requires strict adherence to the instructions. Therefore, if a person does not understand this at all, it is better to call a master, or read this article carefully and install a dishwasher, focusing on the advice and recommendations of specialists.
what required for installation
Before starting work, you must purchase all the tools that the manufacturer specifies:
- knife;
- drill;
- insulation tape;
- an adjustable wrench (pliers with a metal thread wrapped with electrical tape are also suitable);
- tool for soldering polypropylene pipes.
From the plumbing fixtures, you must purchase, or check for the presence of the following plumbing fixtures in the set with the dishwasher:
- ball valve;
- connecting tube;
- coarse water filter;
- threaded tee ¾;
- waste siphon with 2 fittings.
Classification dishwasher
There are 3 types of aggregates:
- freestanding;
- built-in;
- tabletop.
Depending on the type of dishwasher, there will be depend on how the subsequent installation will be performed.
Preparatory work
It is necessary to pay sufficient attention to two aspects before beginning of work - selection of a place and preparation of equipment for setting up a water supply system, sockets. Let's consider each item in detail.
Choice places
It is recommended to take care of the installation site even before purchase.
Freestanding models can be simply placed next to the dishwasher outlet and plumbing... It is important to consider that the owner is comfortable placing the dishwasher during operation.
It is more difficult with embedded models, as it is necessary pick up a module of the first level, that is, cabinets on the floor that fit the size. A module adjacent to the washing furniture (for example, a washing machine) is a suitable place, since there are water loss nodes nearby and plum.
Installing a tabletop dishwasher is the easiest. Her placed on any surface next to the outlet and sink.
The hose for connecting the dishwasher should not be large, otherwise the supply and drainage of liquid becomes difficult, which leads to quick breakdowns.
Training additional equipment
Aggregate manufacturers usually list which tools can be useful for installation. But this is taken into account that all preliminary work has already been done.
To save time, it is recommended to stock up immediately:
- hammer;
- screw gun;
- tape measure;
- pliers;
- adjustable wrench;
- a set of screwdrivers.
If you need to install the socket, you should purchase it yourself device, socket, three-core copper cable, dishwasher machine cars.
The socket must be of a European type with moisture protection.
If the voltage in the house jumps, you need to purchase a voltage stabilizer. It can be installed on multiple devices at once. In case of unforeseen situations, he will save the unit from burnout.
To connect the water, purchase a tee for the dishwasher machines, rubber gaskets, fasteners.
Phased dishwasher installation
There are 2 ways to connect the dishwasher. First suitable for all types of dishwashers, most often it is chosen for installation of the built-in dishwasher. The second method is easier, but it not appropriate if the dishwasher is located more than 1 m from drain or if complex pipe installation is required.
Let's consider each of the connection options separately.
one way
First you need to put the dishwasher on the place where it will be operated.
Next, the footage of pipes is selected. Measurements are carried out individually, since it all depends on the distance of the dishwasher to the cold water collector.
The marking of the terrace is done using a meter.
After that, the required depth is cut with a pipe cutter. Connectors with a union nut is connected to one of the outlets of the cold water manifold.
It is necessary to cut a piece of pipe so that it is enough to the first corner. In this case, it is necessary to leave a margin of 15 mm on each side.
Pipes and fittings are then soldered together.
After connecting all the pipes, a socket is installed for supply water. It is fixed on the wall.
The next step is to install a dishwasher tee. machines with 3/4 thread in the water socket.
A water supply hose is mounted on the tap.
It is recommended to choose a hose with an AquaStop system. In the event of a breakdown or violation, it automatically stops the water supply.
This ends the connection of the dishwasher to the water supply. The owner needs to turn on the water and check the entire system. If everything is working properly (water comes in without leakage, with an intense jet), then you can finally close the strobe.
The drain hose is connected to sewers through a transition sleeve of the same diameter.
The drain pipe must be installed at an angle of 1 cm height difference. The drain hose itself should have a bend at the level of 60-80 cm from the floor, so it is fixed to the dishwasher. The dishwasher leads must not be pinched or the appliance may be damaged.
The final step is checking the dishwasher. Device plug into an outlet and carefully look at the performance. Dishwasher must fulfill all functions.
In the case of a built-in dishwasher, it must also be fixed in the opening at the end. This is done simply.
The metal plate that comes with the kit is nailed to the bottom of the countertop. The part is mounted on the very edge so that the tabletop does not swell from steam.
Have some models put a rubber-like material instead, which fasten with the sticky side.
Place the dishwasher in the correct opening. When lifting the device, it is important not to turn it over, so it is better to do it with 4 hands.
2 way
The second option is very simple. If the owner has a dishwasher and a collector located at a great distance, and you don't want to install the device in 1 way, then you can purchase an extension cord for the dishwasher. By connecting it to the crane, the owner can extend the distance by 1-2 m.
The principle of operation is that you need to change only 2 things.
The standard siphon is changed to a special one. Differs in that already has a hole for connecting the drain hose.
If desired, the owner can remake the sewer drain for dishwasher by installing a pipe with a branch and a seal.
Connecting devices directly to a sewer pipe is accompanied by unpleasant odors. During work, this is normal. The main thing is to tighten the components tightly together.
Next, install a dishwasher faucet. Put his place connector. Bolts it to a tap or cold water pipe.
Change the siphon by turning the screw on top. Moreover, it is necessary support the siphon so that it does not fall.
The drain from the sewer is disconnected by pulling it with force yourself. It should come out of the rubber mount.
The new siphon is assembled from the components that come with the kit. Don't forget about the gaskets.
The drain hose is connected to the siphon tube through the adapter.Required use a valve in the kit that blocks the backflow of water.
Scheme integrating a dishwasher
Answers to common questions
Many owners, deciding to install a dishwasher on their own, are faced with questions that they cannot get an exact answer to.
So that you are prepared for unforeseen situations, we have made a selection with the answers of experts:
- If the dishwasher can only be placed next to a stove, refrigerator, high-power electrical appliance, then it is important to make a separate line for the unit. Failure to carry out this work may overload the outlet.
- People who just bought the unit or are looking at it constantly wonder what kind of water the dishwasher connects to. All this is indicated in the passport of the device. Many expensive models can indeed be connected to a hot manifold, but this is not so beneficial. It is also known that there are fewer problems with cold water supply.
- If it is not possible to extend the pipes, the equipment should be placed near the sink.
- Extension cords are often the cause of fire, so it is better to refuse them if possible.
- Another popular question is where to install the dishwasher socket? There are certain height standards - these are from 10 to 50 cm from the floor. The most important thing is to separate the floor and the outlet at a reasonable distance to reduce the risk of combustible material entering.