Dishwasher removal and transport advice

[kikkiesis]

Hello, I'm picking up this dishwasher tomorrow and would appreciate any removal or transport advice. I'm going to need advice all around too, and I'll be searching the forums soon to see what I can find. I don't know much about it (other than it's gorgeous!). I had the opportunity to purchase it along with a set of vintage steel kitchen cabinets I bought.

 

[rp2813]

Ah, that's the one on the SF peninsula that I posted a while back.  I'm glad someone in this area nabbed it!

 

There are probably a couple of brackets at the top of the dishwasher that fasten it to the underside of the counter.  You should be able to see them if you open the door.  Besides those, you'll have to disconnect the water supply, the drain hose, and the power supply, and then the machine should pull out from under the counter.

 

The degree of difficulty depends on what type of connections were used.  If the power supply is hard wired, then it's not as simple as unplugging a cord.  If the water supply line is copper it may be easiest to shut off the supply valve and cut the copper line.  It may be more difficult to reach the connections on the machine itself, but others here should be able to advise on how to remove the lower access panel.

 

Here's a link to a downloadable (for a fee) installation guide for the series 15 KitchenAid dishwashers that could be helpful:

KitchenAid KD-15 Series Dishwasher Installation Instructions

KitchenAid KD-15 Series Dishwasher Installation Instructions

www.automatice.org

 

[circlew]

When I removed my KitchenAid DW, we lifted the countertop off first, as a new floor (with underlayment) had been installed after the machine and cabinets were in place. That prevented it from being able to just be pulled out. I also removed the adjoining sink front/floor next, which made the machine removal even easier.

 

[hobarthero]

DW Twins

Funny I’m picking up a pretty much identical machine today in the NYC area. I always remove the lower rack and wash arm when transporting any vintage KA machines so they don’t bounce around inside when moving, then it’s good to stuff a blanket inside the machine as well to prevent too much rattling around. Also make sure you lock the lid and remove any loose knobs if it will be in the back of a truck or on an open trailer so they don’t blow away. Then strap the machine down so it’s not bouncing all over the place. I always lay the machine on it’s back and put it on a thick towel to provide some padding for bumps when driving as well. You are mainly trying to avoid chips and dents in the enamel tub. Hope that’s helpful!
-Shannon

 

[kikkiesis]

Thank you for the replies, the information shared will be VERY helpful. Yes, this is on the SF peninsula