Connecting a table dishwasher

Sometimes it is not possible to run a conventional dishwasher. For such cases, manufacturers offer tabletop dishwashers. These are more or less mobile – but also smaller. There are two ways you can connect a table dishwasher.

Table dishwashers considerably smaller than conventional appliances

Standard dishwashers are about the same size as a household washing machine. This means that they are appliances that are permanently installed in one place. Even the smaller single machines are still very large, as the dimensions of all dishwashers make clear.

Numerous reasons speak for a tabletop dishwasher

Now, not every kitchen has enough space for a large dishwasher. Likewise, even a single dishwasher can still be far too big. But there are numerous other occasions when a dishwasher would be worthwhile:

• when there is too little space for a permanently installed dishwasher
• in offices and workplaces
• in weekend cottages and summerhouses
• at smaller parties and events
• on holiday and camping

For this purpose, dishwasher manufacturers have developed another appliance – the tabletop dishwasher. Table dishwashers are considerably smaller than conventional appliances, but can also be easily transported and thus temporarily set up.

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Connecting a tabletop dishwasher

However, this also results in special features when connecting these appliances. If you were to connect them like conventional dishwashers, they would have to be permanently connected to the drain and water supply in the kitchen. Connecting and disconnecting the dishwasher every time it is used would be too much effort. So connecting it like a normal dishwasher is usually not worth it.

Connection to the tap

Special connection options are available from specialist dealers. The connections of the tabletop appliances themselves are usually already prepared for other connection options. For example, many tabletop dishwashers have an inlet hose with an aerator connector. The old aerator simply has to be removed from the tap. In some cases, however, adapters (reducers) are necessary because the thread diameter does not fit.

Connection to stop valve and siphon

The drainage is then via the sink. Of course, it is also possible to connect a table dishwasher conventionally. However, since most manufacturers assume that the dishwasher will be operated from the tap, it is more likely that you will need an adapter piece specifically for this type of connection. So before you start connecting the table dishwasher, you need to get all the necessary parts.

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Step-by-step instructions for connecting a table dishwasher

Tools:

• Water pump pliers
• Screwdriver if necessary
• If the connection is fixed, a cloth and a container to collect the water.

Materials: Connect components to the drain (Y-connector for siphon, if fixed connection). Double stop valve, if fixed connection. Adapter piece for the existing tap or double stop valve. Hemp for wrapping around the external threads of pipe connection components.

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