Dishwasher Water Supply Through Floor

This will allow the dishwasher to be pulled out during servicing.

Dishwasher water supply through floor.

To add a circuit cable drill a hole down through the floor into the basement or crawlspace. Then install 12 awg cable from the dishwasher space to the service panel. If this valve is faulty the dishwasher can fill with water and overflow onto the floor. You may be experiencing problems with the drain itself or the float valve isn t sealing properly.

Then get on the floor to connect lines to the dishwasher. Connect the drain hose according to manufacturer s instructions. Your unit may be taking in more water than it should and not draining properly. Leave about six feet of cable sticking through the hole by the dishwasher.

Use a drill driver to screw the dishwasher s mounting tabs to the underside of the countertop. Extend the stainless steel braided water supply hose from the sink cabinet out to the dishwasher. It can help to have a helper under the sink carefully feed the water supply tube and drain hose through the hole in the cabinet s side wall as you pull the appliance out from under the countertop. Tape the hose down to the floor with electrical tape.

The moment you notice your dishwasher is or has leaked make sure to first turn off the dishwasher. This might mean pulling the unit out from under the counter so you can get any water that has pooled beneath the dishwasher itself. Carefully slide the dishwasher into place. Grab a towel or mop and soak up any visible water on your floor.

Tip the dishwasher upright and slide it into its space. To avoid scratching the floor lift slightly as you pull the dishwasher out of the cabinet. This valve can malfunction and fill the dishwasher with water when not in use. Replace the dishwasher s front panel.

The dishwasher is supplied with water from the water inlet valve. Connect the water supply line to the dishwasher. Turn on the water supply inspect for leaks and tighten connections if necessary. Connect the water supply line to the 90 degree fitting using pliers to ensure a tight fit.

The float switch is usually a plastic disc or cone that is attached to the floor of the dishwasher and is able to move up and down a few centimeters. When enough water has filled the dishwasher the rising float switch is supposed to tell the dishwasher to stop the water flow. The float switch is stuck or broken. Adjust the leveling legs with a wrench until the dishwasher is perfectly level.

Drill the hole for the dishwasher drain hose at this location.