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How to connect the dishwasher to the mains

connecting the PMM to the mainsWhen connecting a dishwasher, many pay special attention to connecting the machine to the water supply and sewerage, completely not thinking about electrical communications. This is not correct, especially considering the degree of deterioration of sockets in many kitchens. Remember, the dishwasher is a large consumer of electricity, which creates a significant load on the power grid. If the power grid is worn out and not designed for such a load, a fire may start. So we take everything necessary into our hands and begin to pull electrical communications.

We buy everything you need

The socket for the dishwasher must be installed in the same place as the machine itself. It is not permissible to connect such a unit through an extension cord. Moreover, the outlet itself must be moisture resistant, since the kitchen is a rather damp place where there is always a risk of the outlet coming into contact with water. In addition, the cable for the mains supplying the socket must have a suitable cross-section, and the socket must also be grounded and protected with a residual current device. Given these requirements, we will get everything you need.

  1. Triple stranded copper wire (2.5 mm) of the required length in insulation.
  2. Plastic cable channel of the desired length.
  3. Residual Current Device
  4. Socket with moisture-proof housing, protective shutter and ground.

In order not to additionally ditch the wall for the socket, purchase an external outlet.

  1. Pads for connecting wiring.
  2. Skein of electrical tape.
  3. Putty to close up the strobe.

If you often have blackouts or power outages, then you should think about protecting your dishwasher and other household appliances in the kitchen in advance. Can be purchaseddishwasher stabilizer and connect your "home assistant" to it. You will have to spend money on this, but you will keep your equipment intact.

Having acquired all the necessary materials, you should take care of the tools. What exactly is needed? Firstly, you need a punch, because you will have to hammer the wall under the cable with your own hands. Secondly, you need a tester screwdriver. Thirdly, we need wire cutters, pliers, and an office knife. All this needs to be collected in a heap and put at hand, we begin work on the preparation of electrical communications.

Pull electrical communications

To begin with, we determine exactly how we will pull the wiring. We make the corresponding marks on the wall and we gut the channel from the switchboard to the place of installation of the outlet. With a clerical knife, we clean the ends of the wires and connect one core to the phase, one to zero, and one to the ground through the RCD. Remember which core is connected to what, then we need it. We install the cable channel in the gate, open it, stretch the wiring, close the cable channel.

We output the end of the wire at the place of installation of the outlet. We unwind a new outlet. We attach the base to the wall. We make sure that the wire is de-energized, and then connect it to the "giblets" of the outlet. We fasten the insides of the outlet to the base and, lastly, screw the housing cover. Everything, the socket is installed. We give power to it and check the operation of the outlet. Lastly, we cover the cable channel.

Be careful! When working with electrical wiring, make sure several times that the network is disconnected, otherwise electric shock cannot be avoided.

socketOf course, laying the wire by breaking the wall is possible only if you are doing repairs. If there are new wallpapers on the wall and ready repairs, you are unlikely to decide on such a dirty procedure as strobing. Please note that temporarily the cable channel can be laid right on the wall, and with the next repair you will hide it inside, and no problems!

We connect the dishwasher

There is one rule that appears in almost all instructions for dishwashers. Do not connect the machine to a power outlet until it is connected to the water supply and sewage system. And before that, you need to check that there are no leaks, and only then you can take the plug of the electric cord of the dishwasher and insert it into the outlet. During the trial run of the washing program, do not go a step from the “home assistant”, if there is a circuit, you can prevent adverse effects.

So, we have given a brief instruction on how to connect the dishwasher to the mains. We told what wire is needed for such a connection, and what other materials with tools will be needed. We also highlighted the entire course of work. We hope everything has become clear to you, and you will not make mistakes. Good luck

   

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