Installing a Bosch dishwasher: how to properly install and connect a dishwasher

Connection Features

So, step by step instructions on how to connect the dishwasher in stages:

1. If you are installing a built-in PMM, then first you need to prepare a niche, which, as a rule, should be 60 cm wide, and for narrow models 45 cm. You can level the machine with the level of the cabinets by removing the countertop and adjusting the legs of the lower cabinets. You also need to drill holes in the cabinet body for drainage, water intake hose and electrical wires.

• Installing a dishwasher under the hob is prohibited;
• The place for installation is chosen so that the length of the drainage hose does not exceed 1.5 meters. It is allowed to increase the length up to 5 meters, but in this case it will be difficult to guarantee the stable operation of the equipment.

1. The next step is connecting to electricity. Please note that the socket must be of the "euro" type. You need to replace the socket if it does not meet the standards (but not the plug of the machine). Do not forget that when connected, we ensure safety, and the dishwasher is characterized by significant energy consumption. This determines the ban on the use of tees and extension cords. Installation of the outlet involves the use of a wire with a diameter of more than 2 mm. In addition, a 16A circuit breaker is additionally mounted in the electrical panel. Grounding is also performed using a 3-core wire, and it cannot be led out to pipes.
2. Next - connect the dishwasher to the water supply. To do this, the water is shut off, a tee is connected to the pipe, then a filter, a ball valve and a hank. All threaded joints are insulated with a fumka - it must be wound at least 10 layers.

It is also mandatory to install a coarse filter, as it will prevent sand and rust from entering the machine from the water pipe.

1. As for connecting the equipment to the sewer, here you can go the simple way by installing a siphon with an additional outlet and valve. In order to protect the device from water ingress from the sewer pipe, it is necessary to place the drain hose in a special way - at the exit to the sewer network it is placed at a height of 600 mm along the wall, and then bent to ensure water flow.

1. The final step in connecting the dishwasher is to check the device for operability.In this case, the machine is tested idle, controlling the rate of water inflow, its heating, as well as operation in the drying mode. The check is carried out without dishes, but with the obligatory addition of regenerating salt and detergents.

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Where to put the "dishwasher" and how to prepare the installation?

Before you start connecting a Bosch brand dishwasher yourself, you need to clearly determine the place of its installation

It is important to remember that a dishwasher is not just a household item, like upholstered or cabinet furniture, which can be rearranged at any time. Its location is related to the location of electrical and water utilities, so you should expect the choice of location to be final.

Experts consider the ideal place for a dishwasher - in the kitchen to the right or left of the sink. Why?

• Special long hoses (inlet and drain) are not required, you can get by with regular regular ones.
• It is more convenient to connect to the drain, which means that sewage will leave unhindered.
• You can quickly transfer dirty dishes from the sink to the dishwasher, because the baskets for plates and cups will be at arm's length.

In this sense, it’s easier to buy built-in appliances from Bosch, you don’t have to think about where to put it, because the corresponding niche in the size of the “dishwasher” has already been prepared in the kitchen set.In addition to the installation site, the dishwasher, you also need to decide how you will connect it, and you need to do this in advance.

Pay special attention to electrical communications. For some reason, many people think that it is enough to put a reliable euro socket with a case protected from moisture and you can safely connect a dishwasher or washing machine - everything is safe

In fact, everything is not so simple, because such a connection will resemble a lottery, where the chances that your new equipment will burn out will be very high.

Professional electricians insist that household appliances such as a dishwasher and washing machine be powered by a separate grounded network with a difavtomat and a stabilizer. This is by no means a whim. The quality of power supply in Russia and the CIS countries leaves much to be desired. Constant drops and power surges now and then cause breakdowns of various household appliances

And given that all Bosch brand appliances are quite demanding on the quality of power supply, you need to take all possible precautions.

It is strongly not recommended to independently engage in laying a separate electrical network. You can find a lot of videos on the network where the masters tell how easy it is to lay the wiring yourself, but for some reason they do not care about the possible consequences of an electric shock. On the video, everything looks easy, but in practice, as a rule, it is different. Do not take risks, entrust this business to professionals. Here is a rough list of jobs they will need to do:

1. dig out the wall for laying electrical wires (this can be done independently);
2. select a wire of the desired cross section and material and lay it;
3. select and install difavtomat;
4. organize grounding;
5. install a moisture resistant outlet;
6. connect a stabilizer (you can do it yourself).

We decided on electrical communications, now we turn to water. It is necessary to immediately organize the conclusions for connecting the Bosch dishwasher to a pipe with cold or hot water, and also put a siphon with two outlets on the sink, one for the washing machine (if one is installed in the kitchen), and the second for the “dishwasher”. In general, this is where the preparation of communications can be completed. Getting ready to install the dishwasher.

What tools and materials will be needed?

Before starting installation work, you need to stock up on some tools and materials. You don’t need anything special, everything you need can be found either in the pantry or in the nearest plumbing store. Here is the list.

• Flat and Phillips screwdriver.
• Fumka (tape for waterproofing).
• Pliers and a small adjustable wrench.
• Siphon (if there is already a suitable one with a fitting, then it is not necessary).
• Plastic or bronze tee (thread must be 3/4).
• Flow filter (has a fine mesh that does not let debris into the Bosch dishwasher).
• A faucet that is installed on the inlet hose (needed in case of a leak so as not to block the entire riser, but only block the supply to the dishwasher)
• Drain and fill hoses (if the length of the hoses included in the dishwasher kit is enough, then it is not necessary).

How to install a facade

It is necessary to equip the decorative panel only after the dishwasher has been installed in its permanent place and connected to the power supply and water supply. You should put it in a prepared niche, and only after that you can proceed with the installation of the element.

To carry out the work you will need:

• Folding meter.
• Screwdriver with the right tip.
• Fasteners.
• Element for opening the door (handle).
• front panel.

Important! Usually, the manufacturer of embedded equipment adds to the total set fastening instructions finished facade, ready-made template for marking. And bosh and siemens companies even equip it with a special screwdriver

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Bosch appliances are often equipped with a facade

But what choose a gas oven or electric and what parameters you should pay attention to, this information will help you understand. Procedure:

Procedure:

• Before installing the facade decorative panel, you must first fix the machine itself to the cabinet walls and countertop.
• A complete device is attached to the front side: using a drill, prepare the desired hole on the outside, this method will help to avoid possible chipping of the coating.
• Then a calculation is made of places for fasteners of the facade, it is necessary to do this so that all the details of the furniture match in height: both at the countertop and at the cabinets.
• With a meter, measure the gaps that are located between the pedestal and the countertop, conventionally we will call this value x, and the height from the top of the facade to the countertop, it will be y.
• To calculate, you need to subtract x from y, the value will be equal to the distance of the fastener to the facade.
• After that, take the finished template, and fix it with adhesive tape inside the part as you have already calculated. Do not forget about the Russian proverb: measure seven times...
• According to the template, mark the fastener locations, but you do not need to drill to the end!
• Now you can proceed to fixing the parts with screws.

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If difficulties are found, then the position of the legs should be adjusted - either unscrew or screw them in for an even position. And if there is an emphasis on the base of the cabinet, then you can make an additional gap of just a few millimeters so that all the doors can open freely.

These recommendations are also suitable for installing a facade on a 45 or 60 cm car, the main thing is to correctly calculate the locations of the fasteners.

Features of the selection and installation of the facade for different models

Self-respecting manufacturers do not leave their customers without the help, and giants such as Bosh and Siemens supply ready-made facade drawings for their built-in appliances.

It is also worth paying attention to an independent electric bosch oven hbg43t320r. bosch dishwasher front drawings

bosch dishwasher front drawings

With them, you can safely go to the building materials market, and purchase exactly the variety in color and finish that is recommended by the dishwasher manufacturer.

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The consumer will only have to make the correct markup on the finished product, and fix the decorative part to the countertop and cabinet walls. We also recommend that you familiarize yourself with the narrow built-in dishwasher in this material.

The main stages of connecting the dishwasher

In photo 10, you can see the features of a threaded connection to the water supply, in which an adapter hose is used.

Photo 10. Threaded connection of the inlet hose to the water supply.Another option is to use an adapter.Photo 11

In photo 11 - varieties of the main connection methods. Here are the dimensions of the requested connections.

First, connect the hose to the water supply. To do this, use the parts included in the equipment kit. The hose through which the water will flow is carefully placed so that it does not bend or twist. This part must ensure an unobstructed supply of water.

At the second stage, a connection to the sewage system is provided. Washing machines and dishwashers manufactured after 2000 are equipped with an outlet with an outer diameter of 22 mm. It can be seen in photo 11. The drain valve is connected to an ordinary siphon, which must be installed under the sink. The siphon must have a drain pipe, outlet. On photos 12 and 13 you can see what such a siphon looks like and what details can be connected to this dishwasher drain hose.

Photo 12. Siphon equipped with a branch pipe and a branch pipe.Photo 13. Schematic representation of connecting a siphon with a tap. Here are the main dimensions.Photo 14. Demonstration of the correct connection of the dishwasher to the sewer system.

If you need to stop washing in the middle of the process to add dishes or change the program, or for any other reason, follow these steps. First, press the "Reset" button and do not release for 3 seconds. The dishwasher will stop working, then “0” will light up on the display, after which you can finally turn off the device.

Some nuances of famous brands

Dishwasher manufacturers usually do not make their own henks, but purchase them from contractors. The dishwasher can be equipped with a non-standard henka with a very short thread. In this case, the "native" gasket goes to waste, and the connection is sealed with fum. What else can you encounter when purchasing equipment from a famous brand:

1. Electrolux is very meticulous about installing the dishwasher strictly horizontally. Permissible slope maximum 20. Otherwise, the equipment may not work correctly or for a short time.

2. Equipment from Siemens is characterized by unpretentiousness, non-standard sizes and fastenings. Most models will not fit in a standard size niche.

3. Bosch is very picky about water quality - the installation of a filter is mandatory. As for the gasket, it must be put on the right side, if the connection leaks, turn the gasket over.

Tools, consumables and fittings

Before embarking on the installation of a dishwasher, you need to stock up on tools, consumables and water fittings. Most likely, there will be no problems with the tool: all you need is pliers and a screwdriver. Also on the farm there will probably be some electrical tape; vinyl or cotton - it doesn't matter. Electrical tape is needed for winding metal threaded parts before tightening with pliers so as not to scratch. If there is an adjustable wrench No. 1 (small) at home, then electrical tape is not needed.

Of the consumables, you will have to buy a waterproofing tape FUM (fumka). Also not a question - the price is cheap. But you can’t try to use electrical tape instead of a PVC fumka: it is too thick and shrinks over time.If it turns out to tighten the PVC thread, then anyway, a leak will soon go.

From water folding and water shut-off valves you will need the following:

• Waste siphon with fitting or two (see picture on the right). If the house already has a washing machine, then one fitting is needed. If not, the drain of the washer will be connected to the second one over time, but for now it can be plugged with a complete plug or rubber stopper.
• Tee with 3/4 inch thread. ONLY brass, bronze or metal-plastic. Due to intergranular corrosion, silumin parts of water fittings tend to suddenly disintegrate without any warning signs. With everything that follows.
• A coarse water filter, the same as the one in front of the water meter. Without it, the dishwasher is good if the warranty works out. And if not, then the case is non-warranty. Abroad, by the way, too: the quality of domestic water is one of the serious world problems.
• Ball shut-off valve. Just like a tee - anything except silumin.
• If the dishwasher is far from the sink, and the standard water connection tube - the henki - is not enough, then the metal-plastic henka is of the required length.

Connecting to systems

Before connecting to the systems, the dishwasher is installed in a niche with pre-connected hoses in the appropriate order. Its dimensions should be quite a bit larger than the dishwasher itself in width and height. A hole is made in one of the walls of the niche to connect the systems, through which hoses and an electric cable are immediately output.

Before connecting water to the dishwasher, you must first connect it to the sewer.Do not connect the dishwasher outlet directly to the drain. The connection is carried out through a siphon, which will trap odors and impurities so that they do not get inside the machine. By the way, the output will need to be installed at a height of 60 cm from the floor.

The next step is to connect cold or hot water. The second connection option should be used only if the model parameters allow it, namely if the machine has an instantaneous water heater that maintains the inlet water temperature up to 60 degrees.

If the hearth is connected from the mixer, then a tee is used, and if from a dedicated requirement, then a ball valve is immediately installed. It is worth noting that its use is mandatory despite the presence of the Aquastop proprietary element on the hose.

As for the connection to the mains, it should be noted here that the dishwasher must be turned on for warranty obligations only through a grounded socket.

At the same time, it does not matter whether it is single or double for parallel connection of other devices, for example, a disposer

Helpful Hints

• Connecting the dishwasher to the hot water system will depend on the model of the appliance. In the installation and installation manual, the manufacturer indicates which water the device is connected to. If the temperature value in the product passport does not exceed + 20C, then the connection is made to the cold water pipe. If the indicator is indicated + 60C, then to the hot.
• To ensure safe operation, especially with regard to the drain hose, it is recommended to fix the joint between it and the siphon with a plastic clamp.
• Inside the niche under the tabletop, the device is installed strictly in a horizontal plane.The exposure is carried out by the rotating legs of the apparatus using the building level. In addition, the dishwasher should be located a little deeper from the entrance so that the front of the cabinet closes easily. At the same time, the distance from the wall to the rear surface of the machine is at least 5 centimeters. The same applies to the distance from the table and the side walls of the niche.

Electrical connection

At the last stage of installing the dishwasher, we need to connect it to the electrical network. It would be nice if the outlet was located very close. If it is not, the socket must be installed. It is desirable that it go separately wired directly from the meter and was protected by a separate RCD

Please note that installation of Bosch dishwashers with connection via extensions and tees is not allowed.

There are cases when people were deprived of a guarantee for an incorrect connection to the electrical network - remember this when you are installing a Bosch dishwasher. By the way, this requirement is not only from Bosch, but also from any other manufacturers.

If there is already a socket nearby, but it is already occupied by some kind of equipment, you don’t have to bother with holding a separate wire - we remove a single socket and install a double one in its place. Formally, no rules have been violated, since no one and nothing is forbidden to connect through double sockets. After you make the connection, you can open the water tap, plug the plug into the outlet, click on the RCD machine (if any) and proceed with the test.

At the end of the instructions for installing a Bosch dishwasher yourself, it should be noted that this whole procedure is surprisingly similar to the process of installing a washing machine.The same principle is used here, the differences are minimal. And if you have ever installed a washing machine, then you can handle a dishwasher. And what company it is - Bosch or not Bosch - no longer matters much.

Preparatory stage

After the dishwasher is brought from the store, you need to follow a certain sequence of actions:

• check the integrity of the case and the availability of a complete set of PMM according to the attached instructions;
• install the unit in a pre-prepared place in the kitchen - in a furniture niche, on the floor or on the table;
• lead the drain hose into the sink of the sink or connect it through an adapter to a siphon that leads to the sewer;
• connect the water supply hose to the water supply using a tee, preferably with a safety valve, in order to shut off the water supply in case of an emergency;
• run a separate power cable from the switchboard and install a dishwasher-only outlet (if not already installed).

Pay special attention to ensure that the walls of the PMM case are not damaged or crushed during transportation. If you find such a defect, immediately file a claim with the seller and demand the exchange of damaged household appliances

It is not recommended to install PMM near heating appliances, as well as near refrigerators. During operation, the walls of the housings of such devices become very hot and act on the housing of the PMM, overheating its internal parts and drying out the sealing gum.

Before proceeding with the connection, we also recommend that you familiarize yourself with the principle of operation of the equipment. This is discussed in detail in this article.

What tools and materials will be needed

To install a Bosch dishwasher on your own, prepare a set of tools, accessories and materials that you will definitely need during work.

You must have with you:

• a set of screwdrivers with Phillips and flat tips;
• pliers and platypuses;
• adjustable wrench of medium size;
• waterproofing tape;
• coarse mesh flow filter;
• 3/4" threaded tee (26.44 mm OD) made of bronze or plastic;
• a safety valve, which must be installed separately in front of the inlet hose, or a shut-off valve must be purchased as part of a tee;
• siphon with a drain fitting (if there is no such siphon under the sink);
• hoses for filling and draining water of the required length (if those that come with the kit are too short).

Even if the dishwasher has an inlet strainer, installing an additional in-line filter will not hurt, based on the quality of the water in our water pipes. To purchase the necessary materials, use the services of plumbing stores.

Connection to communications

Ideally, the dishwasher should be located near the connection point to the water supply and sewerage. And the use of those hoses that are included with the machine.

If, for one reason or another, you cannot do without lengthening the inlet and drain hose, Bosch allows extension of hoses up to 3.5 m (for models with a width of 45 cm) or up to 3.6 m (for models with a width of 60 cm). For drain hoses, extension is not difficult, and for AquaStop hoses, Bosch offers special extensions that support the same system.

Water connection

We will connect using a tee crane.The faucet outlet diameter must match the inlet hose and be 3/4 inch. If you already have a faucet and its size is 0.5 inches, you will just need to purchase an adapter.

We will proceed from the fact that the crane will have to be installed by ourselves. A faucet can be purchased at any plumbing store or market. Let's get started. First you need to turn off the cold water supply to the kitchen. Now we need the aforementioned tee, FUM tape and a wrench (it will be quite convenient to use an adjustable one).

From the water pipe we disconnect the flexible hose that supplies cold water to the mixer. Now you need to seal the threads on the FUM pipe with tape and screw the tee onto it. And the mixer hose is already screwed to it. It remains to connect the inlet hose of the dishwasher to the tee.

In the event that the Aquastop valve does not fit, an extension tube can be used. Now we resume the supply of cold water and carefully inspect the connections we made for water leakage. If necessary, we tighten it to tightness, but without too much fanaticism. You can wind up a faucet or a hose and start all over again only at great cost. So, we successfully connected to the water supply. We move on.

Connecting the drain hose to the sewerage system

This connection can be made in two different ways. Both are not complex, but are implemented using different plumbing parts. First, consider the option of connecting to the sewer using a siphon for the kitchen sink, which is equipped with a special inlet-pipe for connecting washing machines and dishwashers.

A coupling and clamps are usually used to attach the hose to the nozzle. Buying a suitable siphon is quite simple in plumbing stores. If both a dishwasher and a washing machine are installed in the kitchen, you will need to install a siphon, which will have two nozzles.

The second method is no less effective. In this case, we will use a special plumbing tee for sewerage. One end of it connects directly to the main sewer pipe, and the other end to the drain of the kitchen sink.

Well, the drain hose of the connected dishwasher will be connected to the side outlet through the rubber transition. The purchase of a tee will also not cause any problems, they are sold in the same place as all other plumbing

It is only important not to forget that you will definitely need a rubber adapter, otherwise you will have to run to the store again

Actually, we practically figured out the connection of the dishwasher to the sewerage system, only it is very important to understand that the drain connection must be at least 50 cm

Electrical connection

The rules and recommendations for connecting to the power grid are simple and uncomplicated. You will need a separate outlet with a current rating of at least 16A, best connected to a separate machine in the electrical panel. The socket outlet must be grounded. If the network does not have land, then this line will have to be provided.

Do not forget that the dishwasher has considerable electrical power and at the same time works with water. Security in this case is not an empty phrase. Just do not try to ground the device on water pipes. We also dealt with electricity.

Installation of a dishwasher in a furniture set. In general, this type of installation can be divided into two stages.One - embedding in a niche, the other - hanging a furniture facade. Equipment must be installed on a hard and level surface.

A machine standing on carpet or linoleum may be subject to vibration, but this is unacceptable for embedding. All Bosch dishwashers are equipped with leveling feet. The top edge of the machine must be aligned with the worktop.

To hang the facade, you will need a paper template attached to the documentation for the dishwasher. You just need to make a markup and screw the facade following the recommendations in the instructions.

OK it's all over Now.

Connection via sink siphon and faucet.

It only takes two things to change:

standard siphon under the sink to a special

It differs in that its design already has a place for connecting a drain hose - a fitting, and sometimes two.

Of course, you can also redo the sewer drain by installing an additional outlet and a sealant there with a pipe.

The whole thing is inserted by hand, without the use of any special tools.

However, do not forget that connecting dishwashers and washing machines directly to the sewer pipe may be accompanied by unpleasant odors.

Experts advise making such a connection through a check valve.

Kinking or bending the hose at a height, which should act as an alternative to the valve, helps only with the constant use of technology. Of course, the water will not go back to you.

However, if the system stands for a couple of weeks without work and water (for example, in a country house or in a country house), everything will dry out and the stench in the kitchen will be very sensitive.

the second thing to install is a ¾ inch threaded tee

Through it, the actual water 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 hose or cold water supply 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 mount it in place of the old one.

Connect the flexible drain pipe to the sewer pipe. All that remains is to connect the drain hose of the dishwasher 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.

Video

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How to install a dishwasher: choosing a place

Before proceeding with the installation of the dishwasher, it is necessary to determine the place in which it will be located.In doing so, several important points should be taken into account. The easiest way is to choose a place for models that are integrated into the kitchen set. Such devices are most often mounted in furniture modules that belong to the first level (floor cabinets). Under the dishwasher should be allocated an area with a small margin of space.

Compact models, if desired, can be built in a place that will be most convenient to get to. They can be placed at chest level in a furniture set. Mistakes in choosing the location of the PMM often lead to difficulties with operation and maintenance, therefore, first of all, it is necessary to build on the type of dishwasher and the features of a particular device. This will allow you to integrate it into the kitchen ensemble as harmoniously as possible.

The most suitable place to install a dishwasher is the module located next to the sink. This is quite logical, since all the water and sewer units that are necessary to connect the PMM are concentrated in this zone. By choosing this place, there will be no problems with connecting hoses to all necessary communications.

The module located next to the sink is considered the most suitable place to install a dishwasher

Models of foreign manufacturers (for example, Electrolux) are best suited for quick embedding. Installing a dishwasher is often accompanied by a variety of minor setbacks. Much more often there are problems if you need to find a place for the dishwasher in the finished headset. In such a situation, there is only one thing left - to adjust the dimensions of the furniture to the dimensions of the device.If this does not work out, then you will have to dismantle the individual modules of the kitchen ensemble.

Thus, the most important rule is to choose in advance a suitable place in which the dishwasher will be placed. This rule applies not only to dishwashers, but also to other kitchen appliances.

The sketch of the kitchen set should be drawn up in the second place.