Installing a built-in dishwasher and installing a facade is a simple task, which, if you have instructions, the necessary elements and tools, can be done independently. The equipment is installed by connecting it to the water supply, sewage and power lines. The facade is usually hung at the final stage of work. Until you have installed the pad, you should not run the dishwasher. After all, a dishwasher can operate normally and efficiently only when it is closed on each side. In addition, the facade performs the function of heat and sound insulation. In some cases, the machine is connected only after masking. This happens if it is not possible to connect the equipment before starting work for good reasons, for example, when laying new power lines. In today's article, we will consider how to properly install the facade on this household appliance with our own hands.
Necessary materials and tools
In order for the facade to be installed on the dishwasher, you will need: a screwdriver, a drill, an awl, a screwdriver, a tape measure and a pencil. If you do not have a drill, you can do without it. But in this case, the holes for the screws must be drilled in advance.
Another important detail is a special stencil. It looks like a sheet of paper on which the fasteners are marked. The stencil must be attached to the back of the panel and mark the places where the screws will be screwed.
In addition to the stencil, scotch tape is useful to you. Which adhesive tape is recommended for use? It is best to use double-sided and pre-cook a few pieces. With their help, you can try on the facade, instead of immediately planting it on self-tapping screws. After all, if you make a mistake (which very often happens at this stage), it will be difficult to fix everything.
How to mount a facade?
The installation of the facade on the Bosch and Electrolux dishwasher can provide for its subtleties. Once you have made sure that the entire set of necessary tools and parts is at hand, prepared tape and a stencil, you can proceed with the installation of the panel. Before starting work, be sure to read the instructions for installing the facade on a dishwasher Electrolux, Bosch, etc.
The right size of the decorative panel
In order to find out all size indicators, including width, length, thickness and allowances, it is enough to study the manufacturer's instructions. The panel usually has a width similar to the width of the machine itself. But the height can be different, depending on the kitchen. If the length of the facade exceeds the recommended by a few millimeters, there will be nothing wrong with that. Make sure that it does not interfere with the door opening. A good solution is a decorative basement that covers the bottom of the furniture along the entire headset. If the base and the cover are in contact, in this case the first one needs to be cut along the facade.
Panel Lock
We pass to the next stage of work. We strongly recommend that you do not neglect the manufacturer's instructions and create your own options for securing the panel. Installation of the facade on the IKEA dishwasher also requires compliance with all the rules.
What should be used to fix the panel? For this, they usually use self-tapping screws. Their plus is that, if necessary, self-tapping screws can be removed. The overlay in this case is immediately removed and changed. If you neglect the screws and use nails, you will not be able to quickly dismantle the panel.
In no case put the facade on the glue. Since the glue is sensitive to high temperature, it can lose its properties or turn into stone. Also do not use tape. It may simply not support the weight of the facade.
Facade Installation
Before proceeding with the installation of the facade, make sure that the dishwasher is installed exactly in relation to the kitchen set. If it is at least slightly tilted, the panel may not be fixed correctly.
Remove from the kit the template on which the marks are applied, and lay it on the inside of the facade. Secure with double-sided tape. Mark the attachment points with an awl. Install the brackets with which the door is suspended. Next, remove the set screws and carefully install the decorative panel. Secure with self-tapping screws. Close the door and check for significant clearances. Do not forget the pen. If it is included in the kit, it is screwed with screws on the back of the panel.
A rubber apron is also sometimes included. Many do not consider it mandatory to install it, but since it performs an important protective function, it is still worth securing it in the place specified by the instructions.
If everything is in order, you can tighten the mounts. On this, the main work (installation of the facade on the dishwasher) is completed.
After installing the panel, do not forget about the side mounts. Pull the upper basket out of the dishwasher. From the inside of the sink, screw a few screws into the side walls of the machine.
Useful Tips
Starting work, making a mistake is very easy. Therefore, use the tips for quick and high-quality installation:
- Do not try to align everything by eye, be sure to use a ruler or tape measure. This is very important for the type of cuisine as a whole.
- Make sure that the length of the screws suits you. Make sure that they enter a sufficient depth, while not deforming the front side of the canvas.
- Be sure to secure the paper template from all sides. For this, a screwdriver is best suited.
- If you will fasten the handle, do not forget to take into account its location on the kitchen set according to the instructions.
- It is important to ensure that the door does not close during operation. To do this, put something heavy on it, such as a stack of books.
- If the role of the facade is played by the old kitchen cabinet door, make sure that the screws do not enter the old holes. Otherwise, the facade will be fixed poorly.
Conclusion
So, we figured out how to install the facade on the dishwasher. If you carefully read the instructions and use all the recommendations, the installation of the facade on this household appliance will be carried out quickly and efficiently.