How to build the dishwasher in the kitchen ready: instruction

Dishwasher your old dream? You finally decided and will soon appear in your kitchen this wonderful assistant? With its purchase you will find the much desired freedom from the hated kitchen routine. Crystal clear dishes, saved water and electricity, delicate skin of hands and a perfect manicure intact - that the benefits it will bring to you. Will go into oblivion disputes about who should do the dishes. If the machine is purchased at the same time ordering the kitchen, you can consider placing it at the stage of designing furniture. Then design provides a special module, in which machinery is located. If this is not your case and you need to install the dishwasher in the kitchen ready, it is necessary to thoroughly work brains to choose optimally suitable place. It depends on the species of your machine.

Types of dishwashers

Primarily all dishwashers can be divided into domestic and industrial. The latter are used in eating places and businesses, therefore we will not be affected.

Household dishwashers can be divided into the following types:

• Fully integrated - the system is completely hidden behind the facade of furniture. The control unit is located at the end of the front wall. Such models are often equipped with beam indicator. It creates a light mark on the floor surface, which indicates that the washing cycle is not over;
• partially recessed - front wall is completely open or partly hidden behind a furniture front. Control Panel in this case is on the facade, and is available even when the machine is switched on;
• Free standing - independent unit in its own housing;
  The following classification affects the dimensional characteristics of dishwashers. Distinguish machines:
• full length - with a width of 60 cm. A great option for large families. Such a "helper" to cope with a whole mountain of dishes. In one wash cycle it is capable of from 10 to 17 sets. It is easy to place pots, pans. The height of these machines within 82-87 cm, 55-60 cm depth. Presented in all categories - built, built partly separate;
• narrow - their width may be from 45-49 cm. Can accommodate up to 10 place settings. More suitable for small families of 3-5 people. If, however, a big family, will have to run it a few times;
• Compact - small devices, similar to the size of a microwave. Have a width of 35-45 cm, so they are easy to place on any, even the smallest kitchen. Per cycle can wash dishes 4-6 sets. Presented detached and embedded design options.

The choice of location: the options embedded dishwasher

The location of the equipment depends on its type. For detached device small enough space on the floor or on the working surface. If the same technique is built, it is necessary to take place in one of the cabinets of kitchen units, in the absence of a suitable size for housing purchase a separate module. Compact dishwasher can be built into a niche to hide in one of the modules or just put on the table. To connect not cause problems, it is necessary to take into account the proximity of water outlets, sewage and electrical outlets.

Into the cupboard

If the technique decided to incorporate in the kitchen, you need to measure wardrobes and decide which one is the most optimal for the installation of the dishwasher or that size. The exact parameters of the device can be found in the instructions. If the width of the module, which is located next to the sink, more than 45 cm, it is ideal for the installation of the machine. When connected do not need to install separate outputs for feeding and draining the water. Hoses can be built into the system established under the sink using a transition fitting.

To set the machine in a cabinet, perform the following steps:

• pull out of the closet shelves, unscrew the bottom panel, remove the baseboard and door;
• set housing vertically with the adjustable legs;
• lock device via fasteners to the table top and the side walls. If the width of the machine is less than the width of the body, the remaining space can be used for the organization of detergents;
• systems to connect the device to the water, sewer and electrical;
• set the facade - it is better to book an extra decorative panel in a single design with doors the bottom drawer. The facade can also be done from the door of the former, if it meets the size.

The detached unit

If the headset is not found a suitable cabinet and kitchen space allows, you can order a separate cabinet for the machine. It is necessary to place it as close as possible to communications. If between the module and built-in kitchen is a gap, to hide the hoses will not work. Therefore it is better to close the case has been pushed up to the cabinet with a sink. For the maintenance of the dishwasher, built-in mobile unit will not have to be dismantled. will be sufficient to push it away from the wall.

A separate box is not attached to the general design, so the likelihood of vibration increases. It is necessary as much as possible to adjust the dishwasher machine and fix it. Otherwise, during the operation, he will move the cabinet.

The niche

Compact embedded dishwasher can be installed in a niche provided for oven or microwave oven. If the niche is far from the water and sewerage systems, to connect require long hoses. To the dishwasher did not spoil the overall aesthetics of space and is not conspicuous, the front wall of the cover trim strip made in the same style as the facade.

If incorporation is not appropriate

What if the kitchen is not a suitable place for even a compact built-in dishwasher? Do not give up! Pay attention to the freestanding and desktop devices. It is always possible to allocate a piece of the floor or a small space on the countertop to accommodate a much-needed you to "kitchen assistant".

Preparing to Connect

The first thing to do when you brought the car - unpack and check the package contents in the presence of the firm-seller staff. The standard set must be present to connect the hoses to the water supply and drain the dirty water, gaskets, templates for the correct installation of the front panel, tools for mounting and adjustment, rubber apron. Some manufacturers are investing plate to protect tabletops. If any items are missing, the company is obliged to carry out their extra cost.

Before installing the machine be sure to read the manufacturer's recommendations. Typically, the mounting algorithm painted detail.

To operate the dishwasher device is necessary to ensure its connection to the power supply, water supply and sanitation. This will require additional plumbing and electrical equipment, as well as the need for tools.

You can not do without:

• a three-core cable with a copper conductor cross-section is not less than 2 mm;
• water resistant "earthing-pin";
• machine 16A;
• siphon with at least one fitting. If you later plan to connect the washing machine, it is better to purchase the item with two fittings;
• tee to connect the hose to the water supply. The reinforcement can be multilayer, brass or bronze;
• shutoff ball valve for closing water;
• coarse filter, which deliver water from the coarse suspensions, sand, silt;
• additional hose extension, if the machine is not near a sink;
• fum tape for sealing valve seats compound;
• screwdriver;
• pliers;
• screwdriver;
• hammer.

Water pipes

Despite the fact that in some dishwasher manufacturers made it possible to connect to hot water, experts do not recommend to use this option in the Russian context. Saving energy is insignificant, and the consequences may be irreversible. The fact that the hot water in our risers are more dirty than the cold. Before we go to our homes, it enters the boiler. There she is in contact with the metal system. Water companies do not recommend to use this water for cooking. In addition, adjust its temperature, as there are restrictions if you are not a stand-alone heating, it is impossible, but it is necessary. For example, in typewriters Bosch unacceptable to use water whose temperature exceeds 60 degrees. When connected to the hot tube suffers return valve. Although leaks at high quality setting will not, can cause unpleasant smell.

When connecting the machine to the boiler that is subject to regular cleaning and in which promptly changed magnesium protector, the water quality may be satisfactory. But do not get to avoid the loss of electricity. From 5 to 10 liters will be wasted every time you start to warm up the inlet hose.

connecting the steps of:

1. Before you get started, you need to cut off the water.
2. Turn off mixer hose.
3. Set the splitter - tee.
4. To one of the inputs, attach the mixer.
5. The second - a strainer, then a ball shut-off valve, and only after that the hose of the dishwasher.
6. All joints sealing fum-tape, enough 10-15 layers.

If the hose is supplied complete with appliances is not enough, you can buy them separately and build.

drain device

To drain the water from the dishwasher must be connected to the sewer. You can, of course, abandon complicated installation and simply throw the hose in the sink, but it looks like it is not aesthetically pleasing. Draining will interfere during cooking. Dirty water from the waste will flow into the sink, to pollute it. Therefore it is better to integrate the siphon hose into the sink connection point with angular cuttings from the pipe.

How to connect the drain hose:

1. Remove the siphon.
2. Set the pipe tee.
3. Connected to one of the siphon sink outputs.
4. Set the intermediate valve, which blocks the flow of water back into the dishwasher.
5. Mount drain hose.

To provide additional protection against the ingress of water from the sewerage system in the car, you must install the hose correctly. Fasten it to the kitchen furniture at a height of 60 cm above the sink, and then make the bend and connect to the system.

Electric outlet

To connect the dishwasher to the mains supply requires a separate outlet. It should be a European-style, have a moisture resistance. Positioning should be at a distance of 25-30 cm from the floor surface. If there is none, it is necessary to organize its installation. In order to power the outlet should be routed from the electrical wire to the installation section with a diameter of 2 mm. Specifically for dishwashers in the shield to install a separate circuit breaker 16A. If the load level of the network to reach the maximum allowable level, the machine will shut down and protect the car. Grounding is by means of a three-core wire. It is unacceptable to try to "ground" for electric, gas and water and heating the tube.
Tip! Installation socket is better to entrust the professional. If you are not an electrician, do not do the job by hand.

enclosure

Connection to the power and water supply networks is completed. Before installing the device in place - in a closet or a niche, you need to check if it works. If everything is in order, proceed to the installation.

Installation steps:

1. Put the dishwasher into the prepared place.
2. We attach machine upright position by adjusting legs. The rear leg is usually controlled through the mechanism of the front panel with a special key.
3. Remove the upper basket and determine the location of the mounting holes.
4. Attach the housing to the side walls of the cabinet. To prolong the life of furniture is recommended to paste over their steam insulating material.
5. Set on the counter top cover from the steam.

Installing the front door

To hide the dishwasher and the kitchen give an aesthetic finished look, close the door trim strip. In order to preserve the integrity of the interior, choose a cover of the same material as the facades of furniture.

Installation steps:

• install the handle;
• put decorative panel face down on the floor. On the back side overlap paper template. The scheme will help to pinpoint the site of attachment;
• with an awl we mark these places or drill directly in the drawing;
• fix a special attachment;
• open the machine and remove the set screws;
• install facade by inserting the fasteners into the slots on the access door of the dishwasher;
• Screw-long self-tapping screws that are securely connected to the front door plate;
• if necessary adjust the tension of the door spring.

How to protect the tabletop

At the time of opening the dishwasher goes out steam, and moisture accumulates on the underside of the countertop. Regular wetting can lead to swelling and destruction of the surface. In this case, it suffers not only the countertop, but the facade. To protect furniture from moisture, use special waterproof plate. Manufacturers offer various security options - the elements of metal, plastic or film. Complete with dishwashers «Bosch» are metal plates. «Electrolux» offers the protection of a special film. If the plate is not set, it does not mean that it is not needed. In this case it is necessary to find an alternative to their own - you can paste adhesive tape, attach a piece of metal, or buy ready-made element separately.

Expert advice on the selection and installation of dishwashers

Experts recommend:

• pay attention not only on the technical characteristics of technology, but also on the mark. Considered the most reliable products of German companies. The most famous and popular brands - Bosh, Siemens. Judging by the reviews of both specialists and users of machine manufacturers have proven themselves with the best hand;
• producing the first test immediately after delivery. It is better to identify the malfunction at the company's employees, than to pass a chore product warranty refund procedure;
• installing the facade and provide electrical elements professionals;
• install the machine in an appropriately sized niche in order to avoid vibration.

conclusion

If you are going to build in the dishwasher in the kitchen is already finished, it is necessary to take into account a lot of nuances. This choice of location, where it fits perfectly, where it will be easy access to communications, and competent connection with the observance of all technical nuances, and keeping the interior that it should not disrupt.