Dishwasher Installation: How To Hook Up A Dishwasher

[keysdreamin]

Thank you! perfect, just the info I needed :)

[skyblast444]

Hey great video! This evening I purchased a Whirlpool dishwasher. My waterline is half inch but as you stated the whirlpool IN threaded hole looks to be one inch? I guess I'll be needing a half inch to one inch 90 degree elbow. I was given a dishwasher connection kit that is supposed to fit ALL dishwashers...apparently not whirlpool. I've been looking on line for it as Lowes is now closed. I hope when I show up tomorrow that they will carry this elusive 90 degree elbow. Thanks again, Tim

[iTube2smile]

Thank you so much~ I have been online for two days just trying to understand how to install my "new" but previously used dishwasher that was given to me. My concern was that I had all of the parts that were needed. More specifically how to safely connect the electrical part of the installation. You set an excellent example of how anyone sharing information of expertise should follow.

[iTube2smile]

I am especially impressed with the time and care that you took to ad in important safety concerns ( a trait that is obviously passed down from your grandfather who took the time to cover all aspects of the installation process - referencing the red napkin.... Clever and thoughtful.) We are lucky to have you share your knowledge with us and treasure knowing that we can trust that the information is golden. In short - YOU ROCK!!!!

[applianceassistant]

@iTube2smile Thanks for the huge complement! I'm glad I could help!

[Time2Rath]

Absolutely informative!

Question, The drain hose dropping out from the high loop, does it sag down into the sink base and then curl back up to the air break? Or is it a short extension out from the high loop hole and into the air break without dropping down into the sink base?

[applianceassistant]

@Time2Rath I'm sorry it took me so long to get back with you on this! I don't quite understand the question. You may have already solved this but if not feel free to email me through the website and I will give you my phone number so we can figure it out. Again sorry for the delay.

[dmpejr]

Hello Sir, Very helpful video! Just wondering if I should have a separate valve for the dishwasher in case of down the road, it breaks and I have to shut off the water, I will still have water coming into the sink.

[applianceassistant]

@dmpejr Maybe in the event that you do remove the dishwasher that may be a good idea, but you can also buy a 3/8 cap fitting to close off the dishwasher supply side. Most dishwashers are plumbed with a double outlet valve, so I wouldn't worry about it. Thanks for the comment!

[Northontmom]

Thanks! Now I'm feeling more confident about trying this myself when our new dishwasher arrives :)) (saves us $200 installation charge!)

[Ta102075]

Great video, nice job!

[adrian72300]

this is great stuff,i sell appliances,its so good to be able to give correct advice to customers....thanks

[applianceassistant]

@adrian72300 Thank you for the complement, comment, and and any referrals to the site!

[azhomepurchase]

You gotta love it when a customer adds counter tops new flooring without ripping up the old, and then blame it on you because the old dishwasher will not come out.

[applianceassistant]

@azhomepurchase I've been there many times my friend. Not much you can say to a customer at that point... I've been able to cut the frame out from under the old dishwasher to get it out. But finding a new dishwasher that will fit the space can be difficult or impossible.

[azhomepurchase]

@azhomepurchase We cannot do stuff like that though. I do about 15 stops and 25 pieces a day. We just don't have the time.

[slappyd1ck]

Applianceassistant, do you normally wear glove while working or is it just for making the video?

[applianceassistant]

@slappyd1ck Not usually, mostly just for the videos. However, just the other day I was cut pretty good 3 times on a dryer in a customers home...I would be detracted trying to hold a paper towel on one gusher while working, then slice there was a new one. So maybe I should wear them more often, or just buy more band-aids for my tool bag.

[thalonelygirl]

Does anyone know how to get those end caps off the top rack so I can remove it?

[applianceassistant]

@thalonelygirl There are a few different styles of end clips...Most clips have a tab on the inside of the rail that needs to be pressed inward while you lift the clip up and out of the rail. Hope that helps. If not email me a model number through ApplianceAssistant . Com and I can be more specific.

[mcelfreshiii]

thanks for the video, just stopped my dad from getting hurt and tearing up the floor/cabinets.

[applianceassistant]

@mcelfreshii Cheers! Sometimes it's good to know when to call a professional! Especially when you don't have enough cabinet height for the dishwasher.

[axrx17]

towel drop was the best! :-)

[applianceassistant]

@axrx17 Thanks:}

[mavant4]

I think this video just saved me $125. Thanks man.

[applianceassistant]

@mavant4 Nice! Thanks for the comment!

[klarsen100]

Thank you so much for the video< more informative than other out there.

Can you explain in more detail how to add and position the angled wood shims in the rear of the unit to ensure back to front level? obviously they are impossible to reach once in the back and the unit is installed.

Also, how can we tell if the unit is front/back level once installed? the unit is hidden under the counter top etc so how do you figure that out?

thanks so much.

[applianceassistant]

@klarsen100 The wood shims can be slid under the rear wheels when it is in place from under the dishwasher. It's a tight fit but you can get your arm in there to press them in and lift the back. If not you may need to get creative with a yard stick or something;) For leveling I usually just eyeball it from the side and level up with the cabinets till it looks good, but ideally most levels have a bubble for vertical leveling.

[stefaniedurbin]

Thank you for the video. How do I take off the know out plug. I noticed that it was there, but I'm not sure how it can be removed.

[applianceassistant]

@stefaniedurbin Sorry it took me so long to get back with you! The garbage disposal knockout can be removed by lightly hammering a flat head screwdriver into the side port. The circular plug is thin around the edges so you will just need to work your way around the edge with the screwdriver and hammer until it falls into the disposal. then remove the plug from inside. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[mrpappychulo]

Thank you for your video. I was having problems with my water hook-up part to my garbage disposer (knock out plug lol) . P.S. Great camera views and verbal instructions.

[applianceassistant]

@mrpappychulo Thank you! I'm glad it helped! Please help spread the word about ApplianceAssistant Com so I continue making more videos.  Thanks again for the complement!

[zleah8ib]

This video was Extremely Helpful! Thank you so much!