Can i use the old copper piping and pipes or do I have to buy new ones?
2006-07-27 11:57:29 · 7 answers · asked by Morid Rocks 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
You can use the old copper pipes. They all use standard fittings. You'll want to clean any old pipe dope that may be left and reapply some fresh stuff. If you have any plastic hoses (water drain, etc.) the new one should come with them. If not, ask the appliance dealer to give you a new one.
As to removing and replacing the dishwasher, first, disconnect the power cord, then shut off the water supply to the dishwasher. Next, open the washer door. You'll find at least two screws underneath the door opening going through brackets into the underside of your counter. Remove the screws. Next, remove the lower panel, disconnect the water supply (the copper pipe). Have a couple of dry towels handy for this part. Next, remove the drain line from the garbage diposer (I'm assuming you have one), and gently pull the unit out feeding the power cord and drain line through the cabinet. Just reverse the process to install the new one. It's actually a pretty simple job except for the water supply. Usually not much room to work with, so be careful not to bend up or twist off the copper fittings when removing them. Good luck... and have fun.
2006-07-27 12:15:12 · answer #1 · answered by gilfinn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would highly recommend that you replace the supply line with the "no burst" flexible supply line specifically for dishwasher hook up (available at home centers- either in the plumbing aisle or cross merchandised at the appliances and/or accessories). Do not use the old copper line, they leak all the time when reused because of the flaring in the ends, not to mention that in can kink bad too. I have done this so many times, I do kitchen and bath remodeling. Good luck!!!
2006-07-27 20:59:16 · answer #2 · answered by BOBBY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just disconnect and re-connect. Lefty Lucy, Righty Tighty!
2006-07-27 20:08:36 · answer #3 · answered by Tommy M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The reverse procedure when you disconnect the old one. If you have no leaks now then reuse the exisiting.
2006-07-27 22:31:04 · answer #4 · answered by daveinsurprise 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
but before you remove the old one make sure it isnt attatched to your garbage disposal under the sink first or you'll have a swell time pulling on it to come out. (in addition to the guy two places above me)
2006-07-27 20:34:20 · answer #5 · answered by a_chatham926 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it isnt very DIY but hire a pro
2006-07-27 23:37:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.ehow.com/how_112298_fix-dishwasher-fills.html
2006-07-27 19:13:59 · answer #7 · answered by Kamikazeâ?ºKid 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋