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Removing the dishwasher: the preparation
If you want to move, you should first clean your dishwasher. If your device is broken, this step is not necessary.
- First, clean and descale your dishwasher. Use a descaler and cleaning agent for this. Clean the nets and co. of food leftovers. Then run the dishwasher empty so that it cleans itself.
- Turn off the water supply. Then pull out the mains plug and the waste water hose. Then close the siphon with a piece of cloth or a blind plug.
- If there is still water in the hose, allow it to run into a sink or bucket before capping the opening.
- An under-counter dishwasher can but does not have to be attached. Built-in dishwashers, on the other hand, have different attachments. As a rule, dishwashers are attached to the top with two steel brackets or sheet steel plates. In this way, the device is screwed to the worktop.
Removing the dishwasher from the built-in cupboard: This is how it works
Depending on the design of your dishwasher, it can be attached differently. As a rule, a distinction is made between a built-in dishwasher, a free-standing dishwasher, and an under-counter dishwasher.
- Take a close look at how your device is attached to the countertop. Remove the screws and pull the dishwasher out from under the countertop. Have another person help you.
- Remove the front panel. It should be easy to remove. Some built-in dishwashers can do without a front panel. A front panel usually has the same decor as your worktop. This is how you can recognize them.
- Your dishwasher may be screwed to the worktop below. Some devices are only mounted with silicone. If you have a worktop made of natural stone, this is more likely to be the case. Remove the silicone seal on your dishwasher before unplugging it.
- Make sure that you do not damage the hoses or the aqua stop box when removing. Do this with care.