DIY fitting of an integrated dishwasher

[AndyT77]

How hard can it be? I have one currently which doesn't work, so have ordered a new one.

From looking at the current unit, it looks like they are just held in place by screws to the worktop/surrounding cupboards, so am wondering how hard it can be to install my self?

I assume there is a hot and cold water feed and a waste pipe also, not difficult stuff.

Has anyone got any experience of fitting such an appliance themselves?

[Simpo Two]

I fitted the DW and WM in my own kitchen. It's easiest if you can get access from at least one side.

Check there is enough height adjustment to get it up to worktop height; if not place a section of old worktop on the ground.

Push machine halfway in. Connect pipes and power; push rest of way in taking care not to crush/trap pipes and cables. Modern appliances only have a cold feed as they make their own hot water.

Raise machine until it's just touching the underside of the worktop. Adjust feet so it's level in both axes and stable. Fix as per instructions.

Fit door and make final adjustments so door is flush in all planes.

[AndyT77]

Thanks.

[Simpo Two]

I would also add 'follow the installation instructions'.

On both mine there was no adjustment on the doors once fixed so you have to be spot on first time.

For peace of mind wheenver plumbing is involved I like to wtach all the pipes and connections the first time it's used, just to make sure there are no leaks.

[Simpo Two]

Paddy_N_Murphy said:

the Door itself levered down in to the kick board a little underneath, so needed trimming back.

Mine did that too (also Bosch) - needed to plane a few mm off the plinth.

[eastlmark]

best if you order one that can raise the rear feet (or just central foot) from the front, makes life a lot easier. As for the outer doors, no doubt the instructions and template with be in unfathomable diagramms. just get the door panel on in the correct position before fitting any screws.

[Torquey]

I watched a plumber install mine recently. Looked very easy. Would definately swap it myself.

No hot water feed on mine though. Only cold water, waste pipe and mains.

just check you get all screws out and try and reduce height of feet (if they are adjustable) before pulling it out so there it doesnt take half of your kitchen out with it.

[skeeterm5]

And remember to take ALL of the packing out of the washer before using.

S

[AndyT77]

Thanks for all the replies. It is a job i will be tackling on Sat evening/Sun morning, so will update you. Is there any scrap value in my old non working machine, or should i just take it to the local recycling centre? Ah, also, the current machine is hard wired to an electrical socket, i assume i just need to cut the power vie the fuse box before i go meddling with that!

[stolt]

ive got a washing machine and a freezer (intergrated) reading some of those replies and starting to think about not doing it...... lol

[AndyT77]

Update, only just round to doing this today as i wanted a friend on hand to help (as much to help getting the old machine down a flight of stairs).

I started by taking the old one out before he arrived, easy enough, detach the door, remove some fixing screws, disconnect the water feed and waste pipe and eased it out of its location.

Fitting the new one, not quite as easy, due to having to adjust the feet, level it all up and fit the door panel, but we managed and its now running smoothly. The instructions were clear and the template for the door was very handy (you lay it over the door and use the markings on it to mark where you need to drill/screw into it).

Overall i'm a very happy bunny having saved anything upto £90 to get it installed and the old machine removed. Thanks for all the helpful comments...