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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Dishwasher Side Mounting Bracket Installation #8212560
Whirlpool Dishwasher Side Mounting Bracket Installation #8212560
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$31.26Estimated Savings
$112.5003:23
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for installing the side mounting bracket on a Whirlpool dishwasher. The most common reason for installing the side mounting bracket is when the whole dishwasher is being installed.
All of the information for this side mounting bracket replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Amana, Maytag, Inglis, Ikea, Roper, Magic Chef
Tools needed: drill motor, 1/8 drill bit, multi-screwdriver, pliers, adjustable wrench, channel lock pliers
All of the information for this side mounting bracket replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Amana, Maytag, Inglis, Ikea, Roper, Magic Chef
Tools needed: drill motor, 1/8 drill bit, multi-screwdriver, pliers, adjustable wrench, channel lock pliers
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure to turn off the power to your dishwasher before beginning.
2
To replace or install side mounting brackets on your dishwasher, you will need to pull the appliance a few inches away from the cabinet.
3
Rotate the lower access panel fasteners counter-clockwise to remove.
4
Pull out the access panel and sound dampening pad and determine if the power line and water supply line have enough slack to move the dishwasher.
5
If not you will need to shut off the water supply valve then disconnect the water supply line from the inlet valve and release the power line from the junction box.
6
Now open the dishwasher door and remove the screws securing the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
7
To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the legs to lower the appliance.
8
Now carefully pull the dishwasher a few inches away from the cabinet.
9
Use pliers to straighten the tabs and pull the old mounting brackets out of the frame if applicable.
10
Install the new side mounting brackets by inserting them into the slots in the frame.
11
On the left side, the bracket tab should be facing upward.
12
On the right side, the tab should be facing downward
13
Use the pliers to bend the tabs to secure the brackets in the frame.
14
Slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
15
Adjust the leveling legs if necessary.
16
If you’re installing side mounting brackets for the first time, you will need to use a 1/8th drill bit to drill pilot holes prior to installing the screws to secure the brackets.
17
If necessary, reconnect both the water supply line and the power line.
18
Reposition the lower access panel and sound dampening pad then secure the panel with the fasteners.
19
If applicable, turn the water supply back on then restore power to the dishwasher.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for installing the side mounting bracket on a Whirlpool dishwasher. The most common reason for installing the side mounting bracket is when the whole dishwasher is being installed.
All of the information for this side mounting bracket replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Amana, Maytag, Inglis, Ikea, Roper, Magic Chef
Tools needed: drill motor, 1/8 drill bit, multi-screwdriver, pliers, adjustable wrench, channel lock pliers
All of the information for this side mounting bracket replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Amana, Maytag, Inglis, Ikea, Roper, Magic Chef
Tools needed: drill motor, 1/8 drill bit, multi-screwdriver, pliers, adjustable wrench, channel lock pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure to turn off the power to your dishwasher before beginning.
2
To replace or install side mounting brackets on your dishwasher, you will need to pull the appliance a few inches away from the cabinet.
3
Rotate the lower access panel fasteners counter-clockwise to remove.
4
Pull out the access panel and sound dampening pad and determine if the power line and water supply line have enough slack to move the dishwasher.
5
If not you will need to shut off the water supply valve then disconnect the water supply line from the inlet valve and release the power line from the junction box.
6
Now open the dishwasher door and remove the screws securing the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
7
To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the legs to lower the appliance.
8
Now carefully pull the dishwasher a few inches away from the cabinet.
9
Use pliers to straighten the tabs and pull the old mounting brackets out of the frame if applicable.
10
Install the new side mounting brackets by inserting them into the slots in the frame.
11
On the left side, the bracket tab should be facing upward.
12
On the right side, the tab should be facing downward
13
Use the pliers to bend the tabs to secure the brackets in the frame.
14
Slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
15
Adjust the leveling legs if necessary.
16
If you’re installing side mounting brackets for the first time, you will need to use a 1/8th drill bit to drill pilot holes prior to installing the screws to secure the brackets.
17
If necessary, reconnect both the water supply line and the power line.
18
Reposition the lower access panel and sound dampening pad then secure the panel with the fasteners.
19
If applicable, turn the water supply back on then restore power to the dishwasher.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Mounting Bracket
$31.26
Total$0.00
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