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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairBosch Dishwasher Foot Replacement #00609843
Bosch Dishwasher Foot Replacement #00609843
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$17.55Estimated Savings
$112.5004:53
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a foot (or leveling leg) on Bosch dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing a foot is if it becomes worn, broken, or lost, which can cause the dishwasher to lean forward and leak water out of the door.
All of the information in this foot replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Bosch, Gaggenau, Thermador, Kenmore
All of the information in this foot replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Bosch, Gaggenau, Thermador, Kenmore
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace a leveling leg, you will need to uninstall the dishwasher first.
2
To do this, turn off the power supply to your dishwasher
3
Shut off the water supply valve.
4
Next, remove the screws to release the lower access panel.
5
Disconnect the water supply line from the inlet valve.
6
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
7
Remove the mounting screw to release the junction box cover.
8
Note the orientation of the wires on the terminal block then loosen the screws to release the wires.
9
Remove the screw to detach the wire strain relief bracket.
10
Use a flathead screwdriver to help remove the nut to release the strain relief from the bracket.
11
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink or garbage disposer and feed it through the cabinet.
12
Open the dishwasher door and remove the mounting bracket screws.
13
To move the dishwasher, you may need to remove the leveling leg locking screws and adjust the legs to lower the appliance.
14
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
15
Now lift up the front of the dishwasher and use a wood block or a comparable sturdy object to support it.
16
Remove the locking screw if still intact and unscrew the old leg.
17
Install the new leveling leg by threading it in as close to the base as possible.
18
Remove the support and carefully lower the dishwasher.
19
Make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
20
Adjust the new leveling leg to ensure the top of the appliance is flush against the cabinet or countertop.
21
Secure the legs with the locking screws.
22
Replace the screws to secure the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
23
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect it to the sink drain or disposer.
24
Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
25
Insert the wire strain relief through the bracket and secure the nut.
26
Align the bracket with the terminal block and replace the screw.
27
Reattach the wires to their respective terminals and secure them with the screws.
28
Be careful not to over tighten the screws.
29
Replace the junction box cover and secure it with the mounting screw.
30
Reconnect the water supply line to the inlet valve.
31
Replace the lower access panel and secure the screws.
32
You’re now ready to turn the water supply back on as well as the power and confirm that the dishwasher is functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a foot (or leveling leg) on Bosch dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing a foot is if it becomes worn, broken, or lost, which can cause the dishwasher to lean forward and leak water out of the door.
All of the information in this foot replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Bosch, Gaggenau, Thermador, Kenmore
All of the information in this foot replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Bosch, Gaggenau, Thermador, Kenmore
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace a leveling leg, you will need to uninstall the dishwasher first.
2
To do this, turn off the power supply to your dishwasher
3
Shut off the water supply valve.
4
Next, remove the screws to release the lower access panel.
5
Disconnect the water supply line from the inlet valve.
6
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
7
Remove the mounting screw to release the junction box cover.
8
Note the orientation of the wires on the terminal block then loosen the screws to release the wires.
9
Remove the screw to detach the wire strain relief bracket.
10
Use a flathead screwdriver to help remove the nut to release the strain relief from the bracket.
11
Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink or garbage disposer and feed it through the cabinet.
12
Open the dishwasher door and remove the mounting bracket screws.
13
To move the dishwasher, you may need to remove the leveling leg locking screws and adjust the legs to lower the appliance.
14
Now, to avoid damage, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
15
Now lift up the front of the dishwasher and use a wood block or a comparable sturdy object to support it.
16
Remove the locking screw if still intact and unscrew the old leg.
17
Install the new leveling leg by threading it in as close to the base as possible.
18
Remove the support and carefully lower the dishwasher.
19
Make sure the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
20
Adjust the new leveling leg to ensure the top of the appliance is flush against the cabinet or countertop.
21
Secure the legs with the locking screws.
22
Replace the screws to secure the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
23
Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect it to the sink drain or disposer.
24
Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
25
Insert the wire strain relief through the bracket and secure the nut.
26
Align the bracket with the terminal block and replace the screw.
27
Reattach the wires to their respective terminals and secure them with the screws.
28
Be careful not to over tighten the screws.
29
Replace the junction box cover and secure it with the mounting screw.
30
Reconnect the water supply line to the inlet valve.
31
Replace the lower access panel and secure the screws.
32
You’re now ready to turn the water supply back on as well as the power and confirm that the dishwasher is functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Leveling Leg
$17.55
Total$0.00
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