Various installation methods exist by dishwasher type and kitchen design and layout.
Consult this guide to find the most suitable installation method for your dishwasher.
One key factor that influences the installation method is the cabinet baseboard, also known as the toe kick.
➔ What is a cabinet baseboard?
The term cabinet baseboard refers to the detachable plate that links the lower part of a base kitchen cabinet to the floor.
The plate is made from the same material as the kitchen cabinet, providing a seamless look to the furniture.
A convertible dishwasher (which offers the possibility of freestanding or built-in installation) can be installed irrespective of the height of the cabinet baseboard.
However, it may be necessary to remove the baseboard.
When adjusting the height of the dishwasher for installation (up to 60mm for built-in only models, up to 30mm for convertible models), the allowed height of the baseboard changes according to the adjusted product height.
Installation of a built-in only model
- Wide baseboard (150mm)
If the height of the baseboard exceeds 120mm, installation of the built-in dishwasher for the wide baseboard is recommended.
➔ Installation space
Check the dimensions of the installation space.
- Narrow baseboard (100mm)
If the height of the baseboard is less than 120mm, installation of the built-in dishwasher for the narrow baseboard is recommended.
➔ Installation space
Check the dimensions of the installation space.
※ If the baseboard of the sink cabinet is 120mm, the legs of the unit are adjusted 20mm higher.
Thus, the minimum required height of the cabinet becomes 835mm.
Convertible models
Convertible models offer the flexibility of either freestanding or built-in installation.
(Built-in installation is possible if the baseboard of the sink is removed.)
- Freestanding installation
➔ Installation space
Check the dimensions of the installation space.
- Built-in installation
➔ Installation space
Check the dimensions of the installation space.
| Depth of the cabinet (mm) | Points to note |
|---|---|
| Greater than 600 | Standard depth, also the recommended depth, for installation. |
| 567~600mm | Installation is possible but install with care to avoid compressing the drain hose/water supply hose. |
| 532~567mm | Check beforehand as it may result in protrusion of the unit front. |
| Width of the cabinet (mm) | Points to note |
|---|---|
| Less than 589 | Installation is not possible. (The width is smaller than the size of the unit.) |
| 598~600mm | Installation is possible with care. If force is used due to lack of space, physical damage to the exterior may be caused. |
| 600~605mm | Installation is possible. |
| Greater than 605 | Installation is not possible. (A gap could be seen on the exterior.) |
| Height of the cabinet (mm) | Points to note |
|---|---|
| 850~880mm | Up to 880mm in height is possible if a top plate is included. This measure includes the top plate and leg adjustment. (Built-in only models are excluded.) |
| 820~850mm | Up to 850mm in height is possible if a top plate is NOT included. This measure includes leg adjustment. |
| 815~820mm | Installation is possible. |
Move left or right to check the contents.
※ Caution: Install the unit in such a way that the rear of the unit is not exposed.
Fingers may get trapped behind the unit and injuries may be caused.
This guide was created for all models, so the images or content may be different from your product.
