How to build a dishwasher in a ready kitchen?
Many housewives choose a dishwasher not only to save time for daily housework, but also for budget water costs. If repairs are not planned in the near future, then you can install the device directly in the headset. Built-in technology has a number of advantages: installation in the finished kitchen does not spoil the design idea, the device is hidden behind a piece of furniture, even a man can handle the installation, who does not have sufficient experience. To do this, you need to decide, where to install the device, calculate the geometric parameters of the niche, choose the model of the device. With the long-awaited purchase, the question arises: how to build a dishwasher in a ready kitchen? This article will help to install the device as follows, that the equipment worked long and without failures.
Choice of location depending on the species
To build a device, you need to correctly determine the location of the equipment: the opening of the section must correspond to the dimensions of the machine box, means of communication are located nearby. Experts offer several options:
| Type of equipment | Place for dishwasher | advantages | shortcomings |
| Partially built-in and fully built-in
|
Under the sink in the sink | The depth and width of many models match; proximity to sewage water communications | The bottom of the sink may need to be reworked; buying a new siphon |
| floor cabinet | The panel of the device is hidden behind a decorative facade | The need to redesign the furniture | |
| Dismantling of a niche in a kitchen set | Choice of the panel under color of a furniture facade | Reducing the space for storing kitchen utensils | |
| compact models | For a separate appliance | easy installation | The need to consider access to communications; appliances reduce the space in the room |
So, compact models are the easiest way to fit into a finished kitchen.
The main components for embedding
The following is an approximate list, what you need to work:
- Set of tools (nippers, cross screwdriver, drill, self-tapping screws, construction level).
- You will need a brass tee to connect the water pressure hose.
- Material for sealing (tow, rubber fume tape, gaskets).
- Ball valve.
- Siphon in that case, if the appliance is installed in the sink.
- Clamps, crimp couplings
Importantly! To install a separate outlet you will need a two-core copper wire with good insulation. Choose a moisture-resistant outlet.
Instructions for installing the unit in a ready-made headset
The most suitable option for the installation of a dishwasher - to redo the kitchen floor cabinet. This requires certain steps.
We are preparing a place:
- unscrew the screws, holding a table top;
- unscrew screeds, fixing the side and rear walls with the surface of the nearest cabinets;
- remove some of the furniture;
- disassemble the cabinet, leaving only the side walls with the door;
- using a drill and a drill bit, drill holes in the side wall for the two hoses: water supply and sewer hose, as well as for wiring.
Dishwasher installation scheme
Install the side elements of the base:
- take a metal screed;
- install each wall separately.
Install the built-in device:
- remove the connecting hoses, power supply wire;
- push the device into the resulting niche;
- push the hoses and wiring into the holes;
- use adjustable supports for that, to place the built-in machine in a horizontal position;
- connect the drain hose to the sewer system, and the element of cold water supply by means of a brass tee to a branch pipe;
- in case of additional fastening of a hose on a wall, use anchor clamps;
- plug the appliance into an outlet;
- attach the front panel of the plinth in place.
If you do not install the dishwasher, don't worry - read the installation instructions for your model, as a last resort, it is always possible to turn to specialists.
recommendations
That the built-in typewriter worked long, did not flood the neighbors, listen to some tips in advance:
- check for grounding to prevent electric shock;
- watch out for the team, so that the drain hose is no more 2,5 m - increased load adversely affects the operation of the discharge pump;
- it is not recommended to install the appliance under the hob;
- to protect the countertop from steam, think about protection, a metal plate is perfect for this purpose.
Now you have an idea, how to build a dishwasher in the kitchen. Not only ideas are needed to install appliances in a ready-made kitchen set, where to install the device, but also skills in working with plumbing and plumbing tools.
