Any connection dishwasher– this is not a difficult task, the main thing is to carefully read the instructions and do everything slowly. It is a little inconvenient to connect floor-standing machines due to the fact that you need to climb behind the back wall of the case and poke around there, connecting the hoses to the water supply and sewerage. Connecting a tabletop dishwasher, in this sense, is much simpler. Let's see how it's done.
What will be required for installation?
The composition of the components required for installing a dishwasher will depend on the degree of preparedness of communications in the kitchen. If you already had a dishwasher before, connected a tee tap and a siphon with an outlet for the drain hose, then you will need a minimum of components. If communications are not prepared, then you will need to purchase:
- flow filter for ¾ inch thread;
- tee tap for the same thread;
- siphon with outlet (fitting);
- any winding;
- a couple of clamps.
If you wish, you can buy and install a fine filter, but in the future it will have to be changed or cleaned once every three months, and maybe more often.
The tools you need to take are a screwdriver, pliers and a small adjustable wrench. In addition, you need to pay attention to the location self-installation dishwasher. There should be enough space on the table or cabinet for the dishwasher to stand level and for the hoses to reach the connection points.
Installation process
If we do not have communications organized for the dishwasher, we cannot begin the connection process, so we will put our dishwasher aside for now, and we ourselves will deal with the connection points to the water supply and sewerage. Let's start with the sewer. Inspect your siphon, which is installed under the kitchen sink. If it has a side fitting for connecting the drain hose, then everything is fine. But if you have an old siphon without a fitting, you will have to change it to a more suitable one. Let's do the following:
- we will purchase a new siphon with two fittings, let the additional fitting be in a plugged state, it will come in handy over time;
- unscrew and put aside the old siphon;
- We assemble and connect the new siphon.
Make sure the new siphon is securely screwed on. All rubber gaskets must be in place, otherwise the siphon will leak water. There is no need to remove the plugs yet. Next, let's deal with the connection point to the water supply. 
- We block the riser with cold water and drain the water from the pipes by opening the faucet tap in the kitchen.
- Where the faucet outlet hose connects to the pipe cold water, unscrew the nuts and disconnect the hose and pipe.
- We connect the flow filter to the tap with a tee, winding the connection correctly (against the thread). The filter is screwed to the shut-off free outlet of the tee valve.
- Screw it on plastic pipe to one outlet of the tee tap, and screw the hose to the other. We wrap up the joints. The outlet that is closed by the tap must remain free. The tap on the tee must be closed.
- Turn on the water and make sure that the connection is not leaking.
Well, we've sorted out the preparations. At the next stage, we proceed directly to connecting with our own hands. The most critical stage of work is the process of connecting to the water supply and sewerage system. We bring the inlet hose end to the tee tap, screw it to the free outlet, not forgetting to rewind the thread. We bring the end of the drain hose to the siphon and connect it to the outlet. If the connection seems unreliable, install a pre-prepared clamp.
Lastly, you need to open the water flowing into the inlet hose and connect desktop typewriter to the socket. If there are no leaks anywhere, you can start a test run of the machine. If you need to connect the machine quickly for a test run, you can simply throw the drain hose into the sink. It doesn't look aesthetically pleasing, but the dishwasher will work just as well.
In conclusion, we note that connecting a countertop dishwasher is not much different from connecting any other dishwashing unit. The only difference is that doing this is much more convenient, because the body of this equipment is compact and easy to move. Happy installation!
In this article we will tell you how to choose the right place to install the dishwasher and in what order to connect it. After the dishwasher is delivered to your home, you can immediately connect and start it yourself, without overpaying for the services of a specialist.
How to install a dishwasher in the kitchen
There are two options for installing a PMM: in a finished kitchen or in a pre-designated place in kitchen set. Dishwashers vary in type and size:
- Compact. Holds from 3 to 5 sets of dishes. Dimensions 50x60x50 cm. Installed on the countertop or under the sink.
- Narrow. Width 45 cm, capacity from 6 to 10 sets. Can be fully or partially built-in.
- Full size. Dimensions 65x65x90 cm, holds from 10 to 15 sets of dishes. Can be built-in or free-standing.
Typically, manufacturers provide space for placing equipment in any kitchen set. To do this, take the dimensions of a narrow dishwasher and add 5-10 cm to them on all sides. If your kit does not include a special cabinet, then it is better to choose a freestanding machine. You can install it in any convenient place, even between the cabinets.
When choosing a free-standing PMM, you need to take into account that appearance The cabinets were combined with the design of the kitchen.
If you have prepared drawings in advance for placing a Samsung, Miele or other brand dishwasher, there will be no problems with installation. Otherwise, for embedding, select a cabinet close to the sink. Please note that the distance from the PMM body to the rear wall must be at least 5 cm for normal ventilation.
If you have a small family and the kitchen area does not allow you to install a full-size model, choose desktop version. You can put it under the sink, and the connection rules do not differ from other models.
- Before purchasing built-in appliances, measure the dimensions of your kitchen cabinet.
- The legs of the dishwasher can be adjusted in height. Use a level to position the machine level. Some Hotpoint Ariston and Whirlpool models are very sensitive to a tilt of even 2 degrees. This may affect their future work.
- Mount the machine near a sink. This will make it easier to connect the drain and water without having to extend the hoses. Experts say that extending the hoses can lead to leakage and will also put more strain on the drain pump.
- When built into furniture, install under the tabletop metal plate, which will protect the tree from steam. In built-in models, the plate is included.
Please refer to the instruction manual. It shows the procedure for installing and installing the dishwasher. The kit includes templates for hanging the door.
- To connect equipment to the network, a separate moisture-resistant socket is used. Do not connect via extension cords or tees.
Self-connection of the dishwasher
It is recommended to immediately install the machine on site and then proceed with the connection. But in the case of a built-in model, it is more convenient to first connect the hoses, and then mount the machine in a niche or cabinet. How to install a built-in PMM, read our separate article.
What you need to connect
Accessories:
- Euro socket with moisture-resistant housing and grounding;
- copper three-core cable (for organizing wiring);
- stabilizer;
- brass tee with shut-off valve;
- coupling;
- corner valve;
- extension cord and additional hose;
- siphon with two terminals (for connecting a dishwasher and washing machine at the same time);
- Aquastop hose (if not available);
- fum tape for sealing connections;
- filter;
- clamps, gaskets.
Tools:
- pliers;
- screwdriver;
- wrench;
- level.
Organization of electrical wiring
The dishwasher cord is specially made short. A European-type plug can be connected to a special socket, which is located no higher than 45 cm from the floor.
Replacing the plug on a dishwasher yourself will void the warranty.
How to properly organize the electrical connection:
- Drill a channel in the wall and lay a copper wire.
- Organize a moisture-resistant outlet with grounding.
- Connect the outlet through a 16-amp circuit breaker. For safety, it is recommended to install a voltage stabilizer. How to choose a stabilizer for a dishwasher, read in a separate article.
Plumbing works
You know how to install and connect the electrical parts of a machine. Any model of PMM Korting, Hansa, Gorenje, Beko, Ikea, Ariston is connected to the water supply in the same way. The most simple solution There will be a connection through a mixer. But if you install the equipment far from the sink, then the method of tapping into a cold water pipe is suitable.
To connect to a water pipe:
- Using a grinder, cut a piece of pipe.
- Install the release clutch.
- Screw a faucet with a shut-off valve onto the coupling.
- Connect the dishwasher hose to the faucet outlet.
Through the mixer:
- Disconnect the faucet hose from the pipe outlet.
- Install the brass tee.
- Connect a mixer to one terminal.
- To the other is a coarse filter and the end of the inlet hose.
Now start draining the water.
Drainage works
Where should I connect the drain? There are also two options to choose from:
- Directly to the sewer.
- Through a siphon.
To connect to the sewer, just install an adapter on the output, to which you can connect the drain hose of the dishwasher and washing machine. The connections are carefully sealed.
When installing through a siphon:
- Remove the old one and install a new siphon.
- Connect the dishwasher drain hose to the outlet.
- Be sure to secure the connection with a clamp. If the pressure is too strong, the hose may be torn out of place, causing a leak.
Maintain the correct distance and bend of the hose when draining. This will help avoid the siphon effect (see diagram below).
As you can see, you can organize the installation of PMM “Hansa”, “Gorenie” and other brands yourself. When the work is completed, run a test program without utensils to check the strength of the connections and the operation of the components. How to run the dishwasher for the first time, read the article.
The video will help you install the dishwasher yourself:
Modern built-in kitchen appliances are designed for do-it-yourself installation, so washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators and ovens complete with detailed instructions, diagrams, templates, and sets of fasteners.
But first you need to prepare the place, pay attention to the issue of supplying communications, and think through every single nuance of connection.
To make it easier for you to understand the rules for installing a dishwasher, in this article we have provided step-by-step instructions, where each stage of work is discussed in detail. With this guide, installing a built-in dishwasher will be quick and easy.
There are two options for installing a dishwasher: yourself and with the help of specialists. In the first case, you risk connecting the car incorrectly; in the second, you will have to part with part of the family budget.
Sometimes the skills of one craftsman are not enough; you have to call a team of specialists: a furniture assembler, a plumber and an electrician.
Installation services for built-in equipment are offered by companies that sell them. For a certain fee, a universal master comes at the appointed time, carries out all the connection work and checks the serviceability of the machine.
However, if you carefully study the installation instructions, think about connecting hoses, find or install an additional outlet, you can save money and acquire new skills by doing everything yourself.
Choosing a location based on size
An important step is choosing a location for installation. For the built-in model, furniture modules of the first level are suitable, that is, cabinets standing on the floor.
Installation and connection of the dishwasher can be divided into 3 stages:
- preparation and securing of built-in equipment in a special niche
- connection to the electrical network
- connection to water supply and sewerage
Let us consider in detail, indicating common errors, precisely the stages of installation to engineering networks and communications.
Electrical connection
To connect the dishwasher to a 220V network, you will not need many materials:
A dishwasher (DMM) is not a particularly powerful consumer of electricity, such as hob(from 7 kW and above). Its power usually does not exceed 2.0-2.5 kW. 
Modern energy consumption models correspond to class “A” or “A+”. That is, in a year, approximately 220 kW will run on your meter.
Despite this, it is still advisable to connect the PMM at the repair stage to lay an independent cable line in a separate groove.
If your renovation has been completed a long time ago, and after purchasing the equipment you don’t feel like scratching the walls again and ruining the wallpaper, then you can make do with the existing outlet. Just be sure to make sure that it is protected by an RCD. 
Connecting a dishwasher through a simple modular machine is extremely dangerous.
The socket should be placed at a convenient height - up to 90cm from the floor level. 
At the same time, place it on the right or left side of the washing machine, but not behind it. 
Please also take into account the fact that the total length of the cord with plug for this equipment rarely exceeds 1.0-1.5 m. Based on this, choose a place for the outlet so that you don’t have to use an extension cord later.
The outlet itself must, of course, be grounded. But not everyone has this same grounding. Especially in apartments in old high-rise buildings. 
Therefore, many people use regular ones, and everything seems to work fine. However, the level of protection will no longer be sufficient.
Roughly speaking, if there is a grounding contact and there is a current leak, then you will not even be able to turn on the RCD. The consequences of these leaks, even small ones, can be quite lethal. 
With a simple socket, the shutdown will occur only at the moment when you touch the body, which is already energized.
And you will still feel this electric shock, at least at the initial moment.
Connection to water supply and sewerage
Connecting the dishwasher to the water supply can be done in two ways.
The first is when you are at the construction stage or overhaul, and you can afford to lay separate pipes, ditch walls, etc.
The second is when you have already installed the entire kitchen and completed all Finishing work. At the same time, you bought a dishwasher and you need to connect it all somewhere, to the existing water supply and sewerage system with minimal alterations and hassle.
Installation of new pipes
For major installation you will need a varied range of materials:
When installing pipes, the socket method is used. To do this, you will need a special apparatus for soldering polypropylene pipes. 
The total length of the pipe and the number of fittings are selected individually. This depends on how far the dishwasher is from the cold water collector.
To begin with, mark the route where the pipes will be laid from the distribution manifold to the installation site of the PMM.
Then, use a wall chaser to cut to the required depth. 
Next, connect the PPR connectors with a union nut to one of the manifold outputs. 
Cut a piece of pipe so that it will last until the first turn or corner. At the same time, do not forget to leave a margin of 15mm for connections on each side.
Connect the pipe and fittings using the soldering method, controlling the position of the elbow. 
After connecting all the pipes along the marked area, install a water socket at the very end. Be sure to fix it on the wall. 
Next, screw a ¾-inch male threaded elbow into the water socket. 
Mount the water supply hose onto the angle. 
The AquaControl or AquaStop system with which it may be equipped should protect against leaks in the event of a breakdown and automatically stop the water supply. 
Turn on the water and check the entire system. If everything is fine, you can finally seal the groove.
Drain connection and installation in the kitchen opening
All that remains is to connect the drain hose from the PMM to the sewer outlet through an adapter collar of the appropriate diameter. 
Do not forget that the drain pipe must be mounted at an angle, allowing for a 1cm height difference per 1m of length.
And the drain hose itself has a bend at 70cm from the floor. That is why it is attached to the top of the dishwasher, and not at all so that it does not dangle. 
All that remains is to connect the washing machine to a power outlet and check the functionality of the entire system. Then secure it in a specially prepared opening. 
By the way, some models, for example from Siemens, are different non-standard sizes. Therefore, think about your kitchen furniture in advance.
When installing in an opening, do not forget about the metal plate that must be nailed to the bottom of the tabletop (for the Bosch model). 
This thing is mounted at the very edge and is a vapor barrier, like a screen. With it, the countertop will not swell from steam.
For some reason, many people throw it out and replace it with aluminum tape, securing it both to the tabletop and to side walls cars. 
Electrolux, instead, comes with something like a piece of rubber that sticks on the sticky side.
After installation and connection, the first wash should be done without dishes, using powder or special cleaning tablets. 
This procedure should destroy all bacteria and deposits formed after long-term storage in the shop.
Connection via sink siphon and faucet.
There is a simpler option for connecting a dishwasher, in which there is no need to install separate pipes for draining and supplying water.
You only need to change two things:
It differs in that its design already has a place for connecting the drain hose - a fitting, and sometimes two. 
Of course you can change it sewer drain, installing there with a pipe an additional outlet and a seal. 
The whole thing is inserted by hand, without using any special tools.
However, do not forget that connecting dishwashers and washing machines directly to the sewer pipe may be accompanied by the appearance of unpleasant odors.
Experts advise making this connection through a check valve. 
Kinking or bending the hose at a height, which should act as an alternative to the valve, only helps with constant use of the equipment. Of course, your water will not return.
However, if the system stands for a couple of weeks without work and water (for example, in country house or in the country), everything will dry out and the stench in the kitchen will be very noticeable.
Through it, the water itself will flow into the machine. It is installed instead of the standard connector that goes from cold water to the mixer. 
Screw this tee to the cold water supply hose or pipe.
Next, change the siphon. Unscrew the screw from above, holding the siphon itself from below so that it does not fall. 
Disconnect the drain from the sewer. To do this, simply pull it towards you with force. It should come out of the rubber retainer. 
Assemble a new siphon from the components, not forgetting the gaskets, and install it in place of the old one. 
Connect the flexible drain pipe to sewer pipe. All that remains is to connect the dishwasher drain hose to the siphon tube through a special adapter.
Included with this adapter, be sure to look for a valve, it blocks the reverse flow of water. 
Fill the sink with water and check that there are no leaks anywhere.
Errors and rules
1 Connection of the dishwasher in the 220V panel from the machine.
Remember that all the equipment and devices in your house and apartment that are interconnected with water and electricity - a boiler, instantaneous water heater, the washing machine, including the dishwasher, must be connected via:
No simple ones modular machines, and especially “traffic jams”, there shouldn’t be any here. Reliability of protection and your safety in the event of an electrical breakdown of the wiring should come first.
2 Installation of the dishwasher very close to the wall.
As a result, the supply or drain hoses may become pinched, impairing water circulation. An error will constantly appear on the display.
And you won’t even guess why. That's why minimum distance must be at least 5cm from the wall.
3 The machine must be on a level surface.
If the installation is uneven, you will have problems with the quality of washing dishes. There may even be a water leak.
For example, Electrolux models allow a deviation from the horizontal of no more than 2 degrees. This whole thing is checked at the building level. 
And it is regulated by twisting and twisting the legs. 
The back leg of most models is adjustable from the front. Using a special screw in the lower central part. 
When adjusting the legs, according to the instructions, the machine must be raised to the maximum so that there are no gaps left between it and the table top.
4 Installation of a 220V socket under the sink.
Although this may seem closest and convenient place to connect the power plug, try to avoid such connection.
The slightest blockage and subsequent leakage guarantees a short circuit and fire. For the same reason, it is not recommended to place the extension cord directly behind the dishwasher. 
If the factory cord is not enough to reach a stationary outlet, then connect the carrier away from the hoses, at the greatest possible distance. 
Remember that not every PMM can be connected to a hot water supply system. Be sure to read the instructions, otherwise the device will fail much earlier than its warranty period.
In addition, the water temperature in this system may be higher than that for which the sink is designed (usually no more than 60 degrees). Even if it supports such a connection.
Also keep in mind that the hot water in our pipes is dirtier than cold water. Therefore, experts recommend connecting to cold water.
It makes sense to connect to a hot one only if you have your own heating and gas boiler. Otherwise, it will be a penny saving on electricity, which will ruin an expensive dishwasher. 6 Extending the water supply hose.
It may well happen that the factory hose, which has a standard length of no more than 1.5 meters, is not enough for you. Therefore, you will have to buy more footage. 
The most important thing is not to bite off, unscrew or throw away the main one. It can come with leak protection.
Wires are hidden inside it and when a break occurs, a short circuit occurs and the valve installed at the end automatically shuts off the supply. 
Therefore, when lengthening, simply extend the existing one.
7 Flax for thread sealingIf you are not a plumber and do not know how to properly and in what quantity flax is wound to seal threaded connections, then it is better for you not to use it.
You may encounter this when reworking the connection of the dishwasher to the siphon and installing a tee for the cold water supply. 
If used in excess, the flax will eventually swell and the flimsy union nut may burst, ultimately leading to a flood.
In such places it is better to use a factory rubber gasket or fum tape.
It takes a couple of hours to connect the dishwasher if you have everything you need. If you don’t know how to connect a dishwasher with your own hands, then detailed instructions, the list of materials and tools is in front of you.
Dishwasher Connection Tools
You will need:
- Sewer siphon for drain connection.
- A shut-off ball valve that will shut off the water in front of the dishwasher.
- Brass tee fitting with ¾ inch thread for water connection.
- Filter for rough purification of supplied water.
- PVC pipe or hose high pressure for drainage (if there is no siphon included).
- Pliers, screwdriver, electrical tape, FUM waterproofing tape.
It is recommended to install a tee not made of steel or cast iron (they rust quickly), but of bronze or brass; the ball valve is made of metal-plastic or made of the same brass or bronze. This way you will ensure long-term maintenance-free operation of the components.
Through a siphon it is discharged into the sewer system dirty water, therefore it is better that it be universal - with several fittings so that it can be connected to the drain holes of other household appliances.
Siphon also delays bad smell from the sewer, so don’t skimp on it - it doesn’t matter how much the kit costs, it’s important that it lasts a long time. Be sure to check the siphon package so as not to have to go back and forth for the missing gasket. The filter for water purification is the same as in the water meter system.
Procedure for connecting the dishwasher
Dishwashing machines are desktop, built-in (compact) and stationary. Despite the difference in dimensions, all communications are connected via general principle with minor differences.
How to connect dishwasher any type - stationary, compact or built-in:
- Decide on the location where the dishwasher will be installed. Most often this work zone Near kitchen sink.
- Choose where you will connect the unit to the electrical network. It is safer if a separate outlet with grounding is installed, but this mainly applies to powerful devices.
- When installing a separate socket, choose a wire with a cross-section of 2.5 mm 2 and protection in the form of a 16 A circuit breaker. Optimal reliable option– add a 30 mA RCD (residual current device).
- Select a location to connect to cold water. But you may have a model with a hot water connection, so you will need to connect the dishwasher to hot water.
- The water is connected with a special high-pressure hose with a ¾-inch union nut. Therefore, a shut-off valve with a ¾-inch thread must be screwed into the tee.
- The dishwasher drain is connected to the internal sewer system, and it is better to organize the connection separately through a siphon tee (for example, on a kitchen sink drain).
Now about how to connect the dishwasher drain. Draining is the easiest thing to do. To do this, each kitchen siphon has a plug at the bottom that needs to be unscrewed, and the siphon must be screwed onto this thread, and a hose for draining dirty water from the dishwasher will be connected to it.
The standard drain hose is 1.5 meters long, and this should be enough. The siphon has a built-in valve to delay backflow and odors from the sewer, but another protective measure can be taken - secure the drain hose so that a small half-ring is formed below the siphon. This will be a kind of water valve.
Electrical connection
Not everyone knows how to properly connect a dishwasher to the network. The best option– separate socket, separate cable, grounding and separate protection in the form of RCD and circuit breaker. But this is the rule for powerful units and work for professionals. We want to connect the device ourselves.
So, we connect the dishwasher ourselves. For a kitchen in which a compact machine, for example a Bosch, will be installed, the option of connecting to the nearest outlet is suitable. Moreover, the entire electrical network of the apartment is protected by not one, but two automatic circuit breakers. landing– one before the counter, and one after it.
For a low-power sink, you can buy a grounded socket plug and make an extension cord yourself. This connection with grounding protects from the load on the home network, and the fact that all wiring wires are concreted into the walls protects them from overheating.
How to add water
About how to connect a bosch dishwasher or another model to water. The cold water supply requires a connection to the water supply system, and this is not necessary welding work. Simply install a tee where the water is connected to the cold tap in the kitchen, from which the hose is led to the dishwasher.
Threaded connections must be sealed with FUM tape (8-12 turns must be made). For a tight connection, only hand effort is required, without keys. Instead of FUM tape, you can use linen winding, tow or sealant.
Immediately screw the ball valve (valve) onto the tee and connect the cold water hose to it. If your dishwasher model can be connected to DHW, then the essence of the process does not change - the tee cuts into the DHW supply pipe.
Features of connecting a portable machine
A tabletop dishwasher is installed on the countertop; the drainage is usually organized by the most in a simple way– dirty water is drained directly into the sink. Water is supplied to the compact dishwasher in the same way as in stationary models, and power is supplied from a regular kitchen electrical outlet.
Standard dimensions of the built-in model: width 450-600 mm, unit depth – 550 mm, height – 820 mm. The built-in model is installed in two versions:
- In a specially designated place in the kitchen unit (like a washing machine or mini-refrigerator) under the countertop, taking into account the size of the future unit.
- As a separate cabinet, decorated with kitchen furniture. For this purpose, special fronts for dishwashers are sold, from which you can choose a suitable decor.
The built-in dishwasher must be connected to water, sewerage and voltage in the same way as in the stationary version. And what model your dishwasher will be: built-in, portable or stationary - depends only on the size of the kitchen space and your desire.
Features of connecting a stationary machine
You can find out how to connect the dishwasher yourself from the instructions for the device. All technological processes, described in the instructions, are accompanied by pictures and marked to follow the sequence of operations. Often not everything is clear from the pictures, so use our advice.
The instructions may not contain specifics of the process, how to connect the dishwasher to the sewer, drain and voltage specifically for your conditions, so you need to proceed from the actual dimensions of the unit and the location of communications. You may have to lengthen the drain hose or buy a different siphon.
Checking the operation of the dishwasher
Before starting for the first time, check:
- Correct connection to the electrical network. To do this, simply turn on the machine for a few seconds.
- Water supply to the unit and drainage. Check all hoses for kinks and all threaded connections for leaks.
- Check the degree of inclination of the drain hose - water ideally should not stagnate in the hose, unless you yourself have organized a special additional water plug to protect it from getting in. unpleasant odor from the sewer.
Now, if everything is fine, seal all service holes in the walls, if any (may be necessary when laying a cable, drain hose or water supply) and put the kitchen in order.
How to install a dishwasher yourself (video)
Tips from the user on how to connect a dishwasher (video) - watch and remember. All connections when connecting the drain and water require only manual effort - no special keys are needed for this. A minimum of tools and physical effort - and your dishwasher will start working.
Even a housewife can handle connecting a dishwasher, and there is no need to call a specialist. Just follow the sequence of operations, ensure that you have all the materials and tools, and you will succeed.