The under counter appliances in your kitchen are not complicated to install or replace, and can easily be handled by the homeowner. All it takes is a few steps that are simple to perform.
The first step in replacing a built in washer is to remove the old one. Removing it is a matter of pulling the unit out and disconnecting it. Before doing this, there are some steps to take to ensure you do not damage the surrounding fixtures. First, lift the washer slightly and examine the underneath of the washer. If there are no rollers, then using furniture sliders will protect your kitchen floor as you pull the unit out. You should also switch the breaker to the unit before pulling the appliance out. At this point, you should gently pull the unit out, keeping an eye to the rear of the unit to ensure you do not pull the unit past the length of the hose hookups. When you have pulled the unit out, you will have access to the power cord, which you should unplug the washer.
At this point, you should turn off the water lines to the washer. The hook up will be under the sink or behind the washer. Once the water is turned off, place a bucket or tub behind the washer, under the hoses where they are hooked up. Undo the hoses, placing the ends into the tub to collect the water remaining in the hoses. Once the hoses are drained, disconnect them from the other hookup, and remove the washer the rest of the way. At this point, check under the counter to address any issues, making sure all of the hardware is in repair and there is no apparent water damage.
At this point, assess the quality of the old washer. If it remains in good condition, and is still in working order, then you can sell it to a refurbishing establishment, allowing you recuperate some of your costs. Else there are places which will buy old appliances for scrap and parts. It will not provide as much money, but can still help. Before removing the washer, make sure to drain any water left in the washer into the bucket. There will be a fixture for this in the rear of the washer, so do not risk damage or injury by tipping the appliance.
After you remove the old appliance from your kitchen, bring in the new one. Read the manual to see if there are any special steps that are required to install the new washer. Make sure all of the hookups are clear and clean, and that any protective items are removed from the appliance. Check the hoses to see if they are still usable. Look for signs of extra stiffness, cracking or wear that is indicative of damaged hoses. If the hoses are still good, install them and plug in the washer. Having placed sliders under the new washers, ones that you will be alright with leaving in place, turn the water back on, checking for leaks, and move the unit back into place. Run a test load to ensure that the system works, and all that remains is to enjoy your new washer.
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Originally posted 2008-12-31 05:53:44. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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If only it was that simple !!
well, perhaps it’s not this simple, but it’s probably good that it’s not even more simple than this, otherwise appliance techs around the world would be out of a job.
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