How to Install a Dishwasher
By , This Old House magazine
Photo: Kolin Smith
Reach down and adjust the feet on the front of the dishwasher until the mounting brackets touch the underside of the counter.
Open the dishwasher door. Holding a torpedo level against the inside top of the dishwasher, adjust the feet until it's level side to side.
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