When you buy a new appliance, make sure that your appliance is installed properly to avoid any problems. Safety precautions and user’s manual should be read and followed carefully all the time. Appliance installations depend on the machine or appliance. Below are some tips for appliance installations for different appliances.
Wall Oven Appliance Installations
The advantage of wall oven is that the food can be reached easily, but it will be a bit complicated for you to install. You will need to ask for assistance when installing a wall oven because it is heavy and cannot be carried by one person, and any electrical work must be carried out by a licensed Electrical Contractor.
Prior to doing the installation, make sure you have the important items that you need such as the oven, the cabinet board, wire connectors, measuring tape, drill and screws. Below are appliance installations guides or procedures for a wall oven.
1. Measure the location for the oven and the cabinet and make sure it fits well and there is a ample room for air ventilation and for cooling.
2. An Electrician must connect the electrical wiring of the oven to the power supply and earth.
3. Remove the door of the oven.
4. Place the oven on the location, position it correctly and secure it.
5. Re-install the oven door and test the oven.
Dishwasher Appliance Installations
Installing a dishwasher is not hard and can be done by you alone. Make sure you have the necessary items and requirements that you need and the space for the dishwasher is set up. The following are procedures for appliance installation of a dishwasher.
1. With the cap off, affix the drain line to the new dishwasher and connect it using your tools.
2. Position your new dishwasher under your countertop and secure it. Make sure it is secured and positioned correctly.
3. Plug in the wires accordingly. Ensure that the power supply is off before doing this procedure.
4. Connect and tighten the water inlet hose to the machine and tap.
5. Turn on the water control and switch on the power supply.
Cook top Appliance Installations
Cook tops can be either gas or electric and they differ in installation. Using a gas cook top requires gas and electricity, while an electric cook top only requires electricity for cooking. The disadvantage of an electric cook top is that you cannot use it when there is a power outage. The following are procedures for the installation of an electric cook top.
When installing a new electric cook top, you will need a measuring tape, jigsaw, shims, silicone sealant, and double-sided adhesive tape. Make sure to always follow the safety precautions from the manufacturer before doing the following procedures of electric cook top.
1. Open the new cook top box and set aside the removable parts of the cook top.
2. Prepare the installation location for the cook top.
3. Install and hang the spring clips in the installation area and screw it securely. In case the countertop is granite, use a double-sided adhesive tape to secure spring clips and then add sealant to coat the edges.
4. An Electrician must connect the power cord of the new cook top to the outlet. Make sure that the power is switched off before connecting the power cord.
5. Place the new cook top with the spring clips and position it properly.
6. Switch the power supply on and test the new cook top.
These procedures for appliance installations of kitchen appliances are important; use them as your guide. Some installation procedures are easy to understand and follow while some are not and may require a help from others. Whether the appliance installations are easy or hard, these procedures should be always followed carefully. Never attempt to do it if you are not completely sure you understand the process. It is better to ask for assistance from an expert to avoid injuries and avoid damaging the appliance which may void the warranty. Safety should always be the priority before anything else.
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