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Steve53 (AZ)
I do handyman work and have been asked by a customer to replace a dishwasher that is not located near a sink. When I inquired, she told me that a licensed plumber and a home improvement company refused to install the dishwasher. The dishwasher is already ordered, being delivered in a week, but she has asked me about replacing it. Is there a problem with code on this? I've done so it yourself work but is there an issue just replacing the dishwasher into the current area?
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srloren (CA)
Probably not but since the water source is usually in the cabinets at difficult locations to install, some do not want the liability of making the connections. Just be sure you have quality parts and that the system is tested. The guys that make these connections regularly know what to look for in a proper install. No matter who does it make sure your water pressure is 80 PSI or less. Between 30 and 50 PSI is what I would recommend...IMHO. Good luck
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NP16 (OR)
30 to 50 PSI ??
really? do you adjust the house pressure down after you install a PRV? (that as you know is factory set to 50 PSI)
folks want their shampoo washed out of their hair! I've always thought 60-65 PSI was optimal. am I wrong about this?
Yes, some appliance installers aren't willing to make the necessary modifications to the water system for liability issues. So if a new valve is needed they won't do the install. OR if the drain connection needs reworked.
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steve (CA)
Did the "licensed plumber" look at the current installation? If yes, maybe he/she saw the installation as non-code compliant and homeowner didn't want to bring it up to compliance? There's nothing in the code that states the dishwasher must be installed next to a sink. The dishwasher does need a compliant drain/vent, water supply and electrical connection.
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Dunbar (KY)
If dishwasher is too far away from drain system in structure it can prematurely shorten the life of the pump on dishwasher.
Appliance installers have no place 'adjusting' pressure reducing valves in a home. 60 pounds is what all appliances, namely solenoid actuated water valves is based off that working pressure. If a licensed plumber stated it's not feasible for location then there's obvious reason to not chance the install.
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