Dishwasher siphon

Correct installation of the dishwasher is the key to its long work without breakdowns. It is important not only to provide power to the device and supply water to it. Also, one should not forget about the dirty water discharge system. Let's talk about how to properly connect the water supply and drain, what should be the siphon for the dishwasher so that frequent blockages and other problems do not occur.

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Training

If it is well prepared, then installing the drainage system will not cause difficulties even for a beginner. So where do you start?

Check

After the device was brought home, it is necessary to check its integrity. To do this, you can just shake the car. If noises, creaks and other extraneous sounds are heard inside - do not rush to sign the act of reception and transfer of cargo. It is possible that the device was damaged during transportation and its parts have shifted.

Packaging material and bolts

If after such a check there are no extraneous sounds in the car, you can sign documents, release loaders and remove all packaging from the device, including shipping parts (bolts and staples).

Seat selection

Before you buy the appliance, think carefully about the place where it will be located. After all the procedures with checking and removing the packaging, install the device in a pre-selected location.

Instruction manual

With each device in the kit there is an instruction manual. Do not neglect its rules and read it in detail. In the instructions you will find:

• information - about the device of the machine, its details, the rules of installation and connection of all systems;
• recommendations - how to use the device, a description of the available modes;
• tips for loading dishes, as well as safety precautions when working with the device.

After studying the instructions, you can prepare the tools and get started.

Instruments

So, for work you need:

• universal screwdriver or a set of screwdrivers;
• adjustable wrench;
• pipe wrench;
• pipe cutting devices;
• building level;
• electric or hand drill.

Having prepared all the necessary tools, you can begin to work.

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Water connection

For this stage, it is necessary to make a separate drainage system. If necessary, you can also install a coarse filter - this is especially true for country houses.

Important! If you install a filter, be sure to install a stopcock in front of it for the dishwasher. Connecting the device without a tap threatens flooding. However, if the device is equipped with leakage protection, then there is no need to install a crane.

Connection steps

As mentioned above, first, if necessary, a filter and protection are installed. Also, if the length of the hose with which the machine is equipped is not enough, it must be increased.

So, the main stages of work on connecting the water supply:

1. Shut off the water.
2. Disconnect the flexible hose from the plastic pipe.
3. Seal the thread of the tee with special tape and wind it onto the flexible hose.
4. Connect the hose to the tap.

Consider the stages of connecting the drain system of the device.

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Drain connection

If the machine is installed according to the manufacturer's recommendations, then it will inevitably be near the sink or sink. Accordingly, it is most convenient to drain through a siphon for a dishwasher.

Siphon

It is believed that connecting the dishwasher via a siphon is more convenient and safe.Therefore, if possible - before installing all the machine systems, purchase a siphon and install it.

Important! When purchasing, pay attention to whether the siphon has the possibility of cleaning. If not, then it is better to look for another option.

If necessary, purchase an adapter that is screwed onto the siphon and allows you to connect an additional drain to it. But a more convenient and correct option would be to purchase a siphon with non-return valves, which will prevent sewage water from getting back into the device.

Sewerage

It is more difficult to connect the drain directly to the sewer. To avoid wastewater entering the device, it is necessary to provide a drain height: the place where it will be connected to the sewage system should be at least 40 cm lower than the level of the device.

Important! With this connection option, a siphon is often made from a corrugated pipe, which is bent with the letter S to protect the device from sewage.

Check

At the end of all work on connecting the water supply, its drain and power supply, the device is checked by starting a washing cycle without loading dishes, but with all the necessary means. At the same time, follow all the steps, and if malfunctions appear somewhere, you must stop the device and eliminate them.

Important! A trial run is necessary not only to check all connections, but also to wash away dust and dirt from the internal parts that got into the device during assembly, transportation and storage in the store.

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Individual cases

There are models of dishwashers, the connection of which is subject to separate rules:

1. If you are the owner of built-in appliances, please note that the device should be located no further than 1.5 m from the drain. If you place the device further, then the pump capacity may not be enough to pump water.
2. When using compact models, you can use a hose and an adapter to draw water from the mixer, and lower the drain into the sink. This is convenient, since compact devices do not imply a stationary place, and rearranging a design with such a connection will be much easier.
3. If the drain for the dishwasher is set as described above, be sure to ensure that the hose does not pop out under pressure. Otherwise, you can flood not only your apartment, but also your neighbors.
4. When reinserted, any dishwasher must be leveled using a building level.
5. Some models have the ability to connect to both cold and hot water. But the more correct will be the decision to connect the machine only to cold water. The reason for this is the quality inferior to cold water supply and the high energy consumption of the device when heating hot water.

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Stock footage

Connecting a dishwasher is very similar to installing washing machines, but, of course, there are features for each type of equipment. Before starting work, study the instructions - it will help to understand the nuances of your model.