How to Install a Dishwasher
By , This Old House magazine
Photo: Kolin Smith
Using the inside bending spring, turn the copper supply to the elbow. Cut off any excess pipe but leave 2 inches of straight copper for the compression fitting. Slide a compression nut and ferrule over the end of the pipe and hand-tighten the nut onto the inlet. Using an adjustable wrench, tighten it another quarter turn.
Tip: Never hold a dishwasher by its door as you move or tilt it.
Steps
- Introduction
- Overview
- 1. Set up the water supply
- 2. Position the water and electrical lines
- 3. Hook up the water supply
- 4. Tighten the nut onto the inlet
- 5. Make the electrical connection
- 6. Attach the drain line
- 7. Attach the strapping to cabinet wall
- 8. Screw the dishwasher in place
- 9. Fasten dishwasher underside of the countertop
- 10. Check for leaks