Dishwasher Water Supply Through Floor

To add a circuit cable drill a hole down through the floor into the basement or crawlspace.

Dishwasher water supply through floor.

Extend the stainless steel braided water supply hose from the sink cabinet out to the dishwasher. The float switch is stuck or broken. This might mean pulling the unit out from under the counter so you can get any water that has pooled beneath the dishwasher itself. 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.

You may be experiencing problems with the drain itself or the float valve isn t sealing properly. This will allow the dishwasher to be pulled out during servicing. 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. Drill the hole for the dishwasher drain hose at this location.

Leave about six feet of cable sticking through the hole by the dishwasher. To avoid scratching the floor lift slightly as you pull the dishwasher out of the cabinet. Carefully slide the dishwasher into place. Your unit may be taking in more water than it should and not draining properly.

Connect the water supply line to the dishwasher. If this valve is faulty the dishwasher can fill with water and overflow onto the floor. The dishwasher is supplied with water from the water inlet valve. Grab a towel or mop and soak up any visible water on your floor.

This will force water out of your dishwasher and on to your floor. Then get on the floor to connect lines to the dishwasher. When enough water has filled the dishwasher the rising float switch is supposed to tell the dishwasher to stop the water flow. Then install 12 awg cable from the dishwasher space to the service panel.

If you see water in the dishwasher when you are not using it check the water inlet valve for faults. 3 drill another 1 inch hole 6 inches below the hole for the hose to feed the copper tubing water supply line at the back of the. Use a drill driver to screw the dishwasher s mounting tabs to the underside of the countertop. Connect the water supply line to the 90 degree fitting using pliers to ensure a tight fit.

Turn on the water supply inspect for leaks and tighten connections if necessary. Connect the drain hose according to manufacturer s instructions. This valve can malfunction and fill the dishwasher with water when not in use. Adjust the leveling legs with a wrench until the dishwasher is perfectly level.

Replace the dishwasher s front panel.