

- #HOW FAR BACK TO MOUNT BOSCH DISHWASHER HOW TO#
- #HOW FAR BACK TO MOUNT BOSCH DISHWASHER INSTALL#
- #HOW FAR BACK TO MOUNT BOSCH DISHWASHER MANUAL#
Installing new Bosch SHE44C02UC and the installation manual makes no mention of which of the 2 exterior hoses is the drain hose nor are there any diagrams of either of the two hoses. Wrap the Teflon tape in a clockwise (when looking from the thread end) direction, about 4 winds. Maybe you could try adding some Teflon tape around the threads of the connection so that it doesn't drip. can i safely go all the way around again tightening the elbow? the manual says not to overtighten, so i dont want to break it.

this left no room for the flexible hose to connect. i had to keep tightening it to stop a drip, and i eventually ran out of room, as the input connection was facing down.

Hi, i installed a new bosch dishwasher, and everything went fine until the elbow hookup for the water. The Bosch dishwashers come with a set of brackets that can be used to secure the dishwasher by either screwing up into a traditional countertop, or to the sides of the cabinets on either side of the opening.Īs far as "RTV or Silicone" goes, I have no idea. How do I attach it up underneath? The granite people say to just glue it with RTV or Silicone.
#HOW FAR BACK TO MOUNT BOSCH DISHWASHER INSTALL#
I have a granite c-top installed and now I need to install my new dishwasher. In fact, some localities require an air break on the top of the counter for the drain connection so check with the local inspector.ĥ) Make the water and electrical connections on the dishwasher.Ħ) Make your final position of the dishawsher, amke sure that it is flush with the cabinets and then level the dishwasher as outlined in the manual.ħ ) Install the mounting screws that stabilize the dishwasher in the space. This prevents dirty sink water from entering into the dishwasher through the drain hose. The drain hose MUST be attached at the back of the cabinet at least at a certain height above the floor.
#HOW FAR BACK TO MOUNT BOSCH DISHWASHER HOW TO#
This step will save you at least 30 minutes and many cuss words trying to figure out how to fish water lines and electrical lines under your new dishwasher.ģ) Slide in the new dishwasher halfway and feed the attached drain hose into the under the sink area, then continue sliding the dishwasher in as you pull the drain hose through the hole in the cabinet.Ĥ) Hookup the drain hose to the side of the disposer or above the drain trap. Following those measurements, TAPE THE WATER SUPPLY LINE AND THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY DOWN TO THE FLOOR IN THE LOCATION INDICATED IN THE MANUAL. Here is the secret! In the installation manual, there will be precise measurements as to where the channels are for the electric and the water supply. Cut the old ends off and strip back the insulation as appropriate.

You should probably prepare the electric wires at this time, to get them ready to be attached to some new wires. ĥ) Remove the drain hose from the side of the garbage disposer, or the side of the drain above the trap if there is no disposall.ġ) Install a NEW water supply line from the hot water supply under the sink and feed it into the dishwasher opening.Ģ) Ensure the wires are also in the correct space. The ground may be screwed to the box, or may be clamped together. Open the little box and loosen the wire nuts and disconnect the electrical. In there, the electrical connections are made, probably with wire nuts. Behind that panel there will be a small electrical box closed with a small screw. ***Note: I am told that some are screwed down to the floor near the rear feet instead.Ĥ) On most dishwashers, there is a trim panel below the main dishwasher door. In most cases there are 2 small screws up under the front of the counter, but sometimes they are screwed to the sides of the cabinet, but again, up near the countertop. Make sure that the hose can freely move out through the hole in the cabinet so that it leaves with the old machine.ģ) Locate the screws that are holding the dishwasher into the cabinet. These are the steps to installing ANY dishwasher in an existing space, in other words replacing an existing dishwasher:ġ) Turn off the electrical power to the dishwasher at the breaker box.Ģ) Turn of the hot water supply under the sink that goes to the dishwasher, and remove the hose from the supply. If you're uncomfortable or unsure how to hook up household electrical components, you should call for help from someone who is experienced to show you how, at least the first time! Let's get there together:įirst, There is a very small amount of electrical wiring that needs to be done. Yes, there is a secret to installing a Bosch dishwasher. This topic is available here on The Repair-Place forum How do I install a Bosch Dishwasher? Is there a secret?
