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Dishwasher Universal Mounting Bracket Installation #W10426979

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for installing a universal mounting bracket on any dishwasher. The most common reason for installing a universal mounting bracket is when the dishwasher is being installed under a granite or solid surface counter top. Or if the particle board under the counter top has been damaged.

All of the information in this universal mounting bracket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Jenn Air, Ikea, Amana, Estate, Magic Chef, Inglis, Frigidaire, electrolux

Tools used: 1/4” socket or nut driver, channel-lock pliers, 5/16” socket or nut driver

Step By Step Instructions

1
To install a universal mounting bracket for your dishwasher, you will need to remove the appliance from the cabinet. To do this, turn off the power to your dishwasher
2
Shut off the water supply valve.
3
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the lower access panel.
4
Remove the panel along with any insulation.
5
Use channel –lock pliers to help unthread the water supply line fitting from the inlet valve be prepared for some water to spill.
6
Next, use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw securing the junction box cover. Then pull the cover off.
7
Note the location of the wires then untwist the wire nuts to disconnect the wires.
8
Unthread the strain relief nut and detach the strain relief from the junction box.
9
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink or garbage disposer and feed it through the cabinet.
10
Open the dishwasher door and remove the mounting bracket screws if still intact.
11
To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the legs to lower the appliance.
12
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
13
Install the new universal mounting bracket by first folding down the tabs at both ends.
14
Now apply some silicone to the raised sections.
15
Position the bracket under the countertop.
16
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to thread the screws to secure the bracket to the cabinets.
17
With the bracket installed make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
18
Adjust the leveling legs if necessary.
19
Thread the provided screws to secure the dishwasher to the new mounting bracket.
20
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect it to the sink drain or disposer.
21
Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
22
Fully position the wire strain relief in the junction box and secure the strain relief nut.
23
Connect the wires using the wire nuts.
24
Align the cover and replace the screw to secure.
25
Reconnect the water supply line to the inlet valve.
26
Replace any insulation then reposition the lower access panel.
27
Secure it with the screws.
28
With the repair completed, turn the water supply back on as well as the power and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for installing a universal mounting bracket on any dishwasher. The most common reason for installing a universal mounting bracket is when the dishwasher is being installed under a granite or solid surface counter top. Or if the particle board under the counter top has been damaged.

All of the information in this universal mounting bracket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Jenn Air, Ikea, Amana, Estate, Magic Chef, Inglis, Frigidaire, electrolux

Tools used: 1/4” socket or nut driver, channel-lock pliers, 5/16” socket or nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To install a universal mounting bracket for your dishwasher, you will need to remove the appliance from the cabinet. To do this, turn off the power to your dishwasher
2
Shut off the water supply valve.
3
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the lower access panel.
4
Remove the panel along with any insulation.
5
Use channel –lock pliers to help unthread the water supply line fitting from the inlet valve be prepared for some water to spill.
6
Next, use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw securing the junction box cover. Then pull the cover off.
7
Note the location of the wires then untwist the wire nuts to disconnect the wires.
8
Unthread the strain relief nut and detach the strain relief from the junction box.
9
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink or garbage disposer and feed it through the cabinet.
10
Open the dishwasher door and remove the mounting bracket screws if still intact.
11
To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the legs to lower the appliance.
12
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
13
Install the new universal mounting bracket by first folding down the tabs at both ends.
14
Now apply some silicone to the raised sections.
15
Position the bracket under the countertop.
16
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to thread the screws to secure the bracket to the cabinets.
17
With the bracket installed make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
18
Adjust the leveling legs if necessary.
19
Thread the provided screws to secure the dishwasher to the new mounting bracket.
20
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect it to the sink drain or disposer.
21
Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
22
Fully position the wire strain relief in the junction box and secure the strain relief nut.
23
Connect the wires using the wire nuts.
24
Align the cover and replace the screw to secure.
25
Reconnect the water supply line to the inlet valve.
26
Replace any insulation then reposition the lower access panel.
27
Secure it with the screws.
28
With the repair completed, turn the water supply back on as well as the power and your dishwasher should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

Dishwasher
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$9.80
Adhesive
Adhesive
$20.95
Total$0.00

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