How to Install a Dishwasher
By , This Old House magazine
Photo: Kolin Smith
With the dishwasher level, fasten it to the underside of the countertop by driving screws through the mounting brackets. Replace the cover panel at the base of the unit.
Turn on the power and water supply. Check for leaks at the water connections over the next few hours.
If any appear, turn off the water and tighten the compression fittings slightly. If no leaks appear,
test-run the dishwasher.
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