How to Install a Whirlpool Dishwasher - step by step

[@Weidjeep]

I just bought this dishwasher yesterday, replacing the old black version with the utensil rack in the door. The new washer will be here in 9 days, and this video is a life saver due to the fact I am installing the same unit. Thank you so much for putting this out on YT. I'll update you when I install it.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Awesome! Thanks for the comment and good luck with the install! We still love our dw, and I hope you do too!

[@doylebl]

This video was very helpful. Saved me around $300 between removing the old one and installing the new one. I Really appreciate it.

[@NashwaukSteve]

You’re welcome! I’m happy to hear the video helped!

[@davidrivette4468]

Thank so much for doing this video. I just installed a new Whirlpool washer after watching your video. It was especially helpful when you pointed out where to connect the drain hose, as the blurry instructions that came with the washer do not show it clearly. I also enjoyed the guest appearance by your cat.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi @David Rivette - thanks for watching and commenting! I’m really glad to hear the video helped you out. That cat loves working with me on projects around the house! Weird!

[@josephfrancis9220]

STEVE - I looked all over to find info on the handle for this dishwasher. Thanks for your easy to understand and calm presentation. MUCH appreciated!

[@NashwaukSteve]

You are very welcome! I’m so glad the video was helpful!

[@mathmotivation]

Thanks! Was nice to see the same model as mine. A few notes: Make sure your water line, AC plug, and drain hose have clearance! I had to lower the outlet 2” (or use a flat plug) and move my water line hole down 1/2” and over a few inches as my water line (like many) is from the side.

[@williamrosete9841]

I have this exact same dishwasher and thought I was missing something, I was. I wasn't putting the 90 degree elbow on correctly. You saved me about 200$ from a professional install.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Whoa! I’m glad to be a help! Thanks for the comment!

[@MR2trader]

Glad you took the time to make a video. You skipped over hooking up the drain hose or at least showing it hooked up. Important because the appliance end is extremely thin and it would seem that it should have an internal plastic support like the adjacent line.

[@SolidRollin]

Thank you, sir. You were a big help.

[@NashwaukSteve]

You’re welcome. God bless!

[@mathmotivation]

And depending on your cabinets, the side hold down brackets can spring out against your trim and prevent you from pulling the dishwasher back out! But you can use a butter knife to press the bracket back on each side.

[@Kman1960]

Steve, can’t thank you enough for this install tutorial on the Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ3 ! Very professional, great job ! 👍🏼

[@NashwaukSteve]

You’re very welcome! I always like to hear that someone gets use from my videos. God bless!

[@mathmotivation]

Took me about 8 hours! New hole for water line. Patched up old hole and quickly filled, sanded, and stained. Moved outlet down 2” (in a wall insulated with dense foam) and did a quick drywall repair and repaint. Replaced incorrect strain reliever with standard metal strain reliever. The next dishwasher should be a bit easier!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks for the comments my friend! You do not let anything get in your way! Nice work making things right with the installation!

[@robmc1232]

August 2024. Just bought a brand new one of the same model. NOTE: have a small torx driver handy. The screw on Steve’s junction box was Phillips head, but mine was torx. And I had to initially break it loose with a wrench to keep from stripping it.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Good comment! Thanks for sharing that.

[@6AFilmsInc]

Great video. Helped me speed up the process. I have a width issue. The last one fit fine, same model but older. This one is a really tight fit.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hello- did you get it to fit? Hopefully the cabinet installers didn’t cheat your width at all.

[@PilotSun-rg9bh]

Incredibly helpful! Very well done detailed video. Greatly appreciated, you saved me many hours.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Pilot Sun1234! I’m glad to hear it helped! Thanks for the kind comment!

[@robmc1232]

Thank you for a very clear and concise presentation.

[@NashwaukSteve]

You are welcome!

[@GregAase]

Really appreciated your video! Installed the same dishwasher as you had without any significant issues after watching you do it. Also - my cat is a dead ringer for your cat.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hello! Glad to hear it helped you out! I hope your cat helper is more help than mine. She loves being in the mix any time I have tools out. Strange!

[@MrAndyAcres]

Loved the video very helpful. Thanks man

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad it helped! Thanks for the kind comment.

[@terryannmarieosullivan3652]

Great Video, Steve. This was a great step by step instruction that paired with the Whirlpool manual.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad it helped! Thanks for the comment!

[@bluebird4805]

May as well had been jibberish on box. I didn’t even read it, cut down 2 sides & it came right out. I made sure not to scratch d/w w/ blade. haha Thx for your tutorial! I’m doing this at 4am. 💁🏻‍♀️

[@NashwaukSteve]

You’re welcome! Doesn’t sound like a fun 4:00 am job, but you’ve got to do what you’ve got to do!

[@joelbarndt6907]

Great video! This same model arrived at my house today. Helped my understanding with the overall install process. Thanks!

[@hamiddawson9131]

Thank you. I couldn't figure out how to connect my water line. I was about to go crazy 🤪. Thank you buddy!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad I could help! And thanks for the comment! God bless

[@dandylion61]

Thanks....got the same dishwasher coming next week...now I know what water line I need to buy, thanks....ps: by your right hand jewelery, you"re an engineer...me too buddy.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hello! Yep, you got my profession right! Engineer by day, KZbinr by night! Haha!

[@dandylion61]

@@NashwaukSteve Hey Steve...the shirt looks like U of Man. Bisons??....Me is '66 M.E. Grad

[@NashwaukSteve]

Close! Just a bit south in Fargo, ND. North Dakota State University Bison. ‘04

[@pancakeface5717]

Nice job. I purchased the same model, by chance. So glad I found your video. Thank you.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vivianne.bisson]

YES!! Thank you! I just did the whole thing by myself .

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Vivianne- great job! I’m happy to share in your success a little bit!

[@samlet16]

Me too - Thank U!

[@ICU-Witness]

Jst ordered the very same model for similar reasons. THanks for posting the help!

[@NashwaukSteve]

No problem 👍

[@Sharada0089]

Thanks for this! Got the other model without the small top tray and this is really helpful so I can do it myself.

[@johnclarke6647]

My new Whirlpool dishwasher installed very easily. I did replace the water line with a new braided stainless steel water line, because the old one was made from plastic. I had to drill a 3/4” hole in the bottom of the cabinet to allow the 6’ water line to reach its water connection, but that was about it. No leaks, drips or errors. The instructions said to use Teflon (PTFE) tape but I did not use it - hand tight and then a half turn with a wrench.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi John- glad your install worked out well! No leaks is always a big win!

[@johnsokolowski587]

Just used your video for installation of this model. Excellent!! Thank you!

[@NashwaukSteve]

You’re very welcome! I’m really glad to hear it was helpful!

[@creativity-node]

Great video and explanation. You just saved me some installation bucks. Thank you!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi @Nico Mejia - glad it helped! Thanks for the comment!

[@mryoyo1234]

Very good video. I have a slightly different model everything works except water leaking from the garbage disposer pvc pipe below the drain hose, i will loosen it and see if gasket is worn.

[@InflatableStories]

Thanks Steve! I have the same model, and I my eyes were crossing in consternation trying to follow the black and white diagrams.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Haha! Yeah those diagrams can do that! Thanks for the comment!

[@jasono2139]

12:55 Not sure if you skipped over the section where it talks about where you are supposed to route the drain/water/electrical lines because your drain line is in the wrong place. Everything is supposed to fit in either the lower left or right corners in the space (if you're not jamming it all the way into the space, it probably won't matter).

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks for the comment. My base cabinets are up a few inches, like most, so there’s lots of room. But yeah, I see your point for tight spaces.

[@jasono2139]

​@NashwaukSteve yes, I ended up pushing mine all the way to the wall, so I had to drill a new hole in the cabinet to route all of the water/drain/power lines. Otherwise, it looks like your water shutoff was already located behind the dishwasher like mine (which I left as it would have been a hassle to relocate)... which makes you wonder what the person installing it was thinking as you can't access it without pulling the entire dishwasher out. 🤷

[@513west4]

Thank you so much for the walk through.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting!

[@reesestrickland]

Guys like you are lifesavers. Thank You so much for making my life easier! GREAT JOB!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi @Reese Strickland! So glad to hear it helped! That’s why I started recording in the first place!

[@PapaPedro99]

Appreciated... about to buy one... TY - Nova Scotia

[@wlonkly]

We're dishwasher buddies! Also have one ordered (from Costco) in Nova Scotia.

[@Herbert04]

Thank you. Suggestion. Any time you have something with a gasket like your hoses. It is recommended hand tight then a quarter of a turn.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Herbert- thanks for that comment! I’ve struggled many years with over tightening due to lack of knowledge on the connections I was using.

[@tedjoy8098]

Great video. Helped me with installation of a similar model. Thanks.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Ted Joy- I’m glad to hear the video helped! That’s why I make them!

[@rosemarybezuidenhout3584]

Thank you so much! This video has been so helpful!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@redparrottravel8531]

Great video, thank you! We even have the same model of cat as a helper! I think I can install our new dishwasher!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi @Red Parrot Travel- oh yes, that cat is always my helper! If I ever have tools out and am making noise, she’s right there in the mix. Good luck to you!

[@masca5]

Amazing video Sr. Congratulation!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for the comment!

[@ericknaub7194]

Just bought one of these - once I get it ill be back

[@flipflopfox]

Thanks for taking time to do this!! You make it look so easy! I am worried about the height, can you adjust once in place...we have tile up to the counter and then cement under dishwasher spot

[@NashwaukSteve]

Ahh, I see your predicament. Sorry for the delayed reply. I don’t see a way to adjust the rear feet in place, but you could probably adjust the front ones in place. Perhaps you could just get the back feet on the concrete, adjust them, then push the unit fully back- the. Adjust the front feet. It might take some trial and error. Otherwise, you could take spare tile, or something else to put under the feet so they stay level with the tile on your floor. Good luck with what you do!

[@ydna]

omg I had so much trouble remembering how to put those two front brackets back on 😆 thanks this showed me how it goes

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad I could help!

[@Zbee167]

Very helpful! Thanks for sharing.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@learelyea8531]

thank you for your tutorial. I wish I would have watched you first. I am having issues with connecting the water coupling.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi @Lea Relyea- thanks for watching and I hope you got the water coupling figured out (and leak free!)

[@beckyjoey4916]

Very helpful! The pictures in the manual were awful. Thank you!

[@robmc1232]

You had us at Step 3: Moving the cat!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Haha! That girl-cat loves to be involved in any project I have going on. Thanks for the comment!

[@Rbrr913]

Very good video👍. I installed the new whirlpool dishwasher with the help of this video. I have one doubt …how to fix it with the counter top. I have 2 brackets remaining along with the packet. Please comment.

[@andrewfurste9654]

Thank you for the video. I got 90% of this done before I saw your video but was stuck on mounting it inside as I have granite on the top as well. My questions how did you fit those brackets in on the side? I am still confused on that part. Thanks.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hello - uff, I don’t remember the details of how the brackets fit on the unit. 13:30 shows a quick clip of the bracket. I do know i broke one of the brackets and had to repair it before I could install. (Too sheepish to put that in the video though;) good luck! Sorry I’m not more help on that question.

[@RobMetal-ie5hd]

You're the man!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks for the comment, but I’m not the man. I’m just a dude with a phone cam!

[@gustavodebrito]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! Love from Miami

[@Disciplediary]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@NashwaukSteve]

You're welcome!

[@dantedoescars]

Thanks for the video! What size is the stress relief connector?! And is it ok to use non metallic since instructions say use metallic?

[@raymondarchuleta4276]

Well covered. Thanks..

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks for watching!

[@mathmotivation]

The strain relief setup provided in the setup did not provide enough wire! So I cut it off and used a regular box strain relief and hold down.

[@philbudne2095]

Could not spot the drain barb on my new washer. Thanks for the video!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad I could help!

[@italiansurprise]

Is there some kind of plug or special screw to use for side mounting? I didn’t see anything included to keep water from getting in the holes.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Nope! I just looked at mine and the hole for the mounting screw is outside the seal of the dishwasher. No water SHOULD get there. ;) thanks for the comment!

[@italiansurprise]

@@NashwaukSteve Thank you for the response and the helpful video! I was looking around for something missing, but glad it isn’t wrong. I don’t know where us DIYers would be without KZbin videos like yours!

[@Resist4]

I'm surprised it didn't come with an electrical cord. I've never bought a dishwasher that hasn't included a cord. And so you don't have a sink air vent? The line goes right into your disposal?

[@NashwaukSteve]

Right, no electrical cord with this one, but the store sells a dishwasher cord kit. Also no sink vent, just right to the disposal for mine. Thanks for watching!

[@curt9]

Good video!

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@thomasd8888]

Thank you so so so much!

[@NashwaukSteve]

You're welcome!

[@sethbrown9197]

Can you measure the distance from the handle to the floor with the door open?

[@NashwaukSteve]

It’s just under 3”.

[@sethbrown9197]

@@NashwaukSteve Thank you!

[@43nostromo]

I have a grey tabby cat, not an orange tabby. Can I still have a grey tabby assist with the installation or is it not compatible with this model?

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hmmm the gray tabby will work, but you’ll need to use metric screws to secure the dishwasher. Then it’ll be compatible. Haha!

[@chadtalo1997]

Thanks! This was super helpful!

[@angiesamborski6564]

Where does he show. Putting the kickplate on at the bottom?are we supposed to guess?

[@NashwaukSteve]

So sorry! Many people have noted that miss on my part. I plan to make a separate video on that and when I do I’ll link it in the description. Thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@mysongpro]

My manual doesn't show anything for an installation cycle or series of buttons. Can you tell me what the cycle and button series is?

[@paddyoohh3882]

Thanks!! Very helpful!!

[@NashwaukSteve]

You're welcome!

[@rosewoodsteel6656]

Good video! It was very helpful.

[@kerryb3425]

Would have bbe nice to see how toe plate is put in

[@NashwaukSteve]

Yeah- sorry I missed that part!

[@LavraBurke]

Could you please confirm if the water feed should be hot ?

[@NashwaukSteve]

Yes indeed. Hot water inlet.

[@Gadgeteer32952]

You didn't show that you re-installed the drain panel. Did you do that?

[@NashwaukSteve]

The panel on front? Oh yeah, I did install it. It takes a 5/16” but driver to put the screws in. Good catch!

[@rosieandrade8482]

Hi, What Is The Width Of Your Cabinet? And Did You Use The Screws That Were In The Package? Looks Like My Cabinet Has A Lip. So They Screwed It To That Lip. And My Dishwasher Sticks Out Bad. I Told Them To Push It Back. And He Said, He Don’t Want To Re-Screw It Into The Cabinet. Looks Like I’ll Be Calling Home Depot Complaining Again.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hello- sounds like a poor quality installation. I’m sorry to hear about that! I think I used the screws that come with the package. My base cabinets are standard, 24”ish. I’m not home to check. Good luck getting things resolved!

[@rosieandrade8482]

@@NashwaukSteve Hi, My Husband Worked On It. And The Store Gave Us A Little Money For The Poor Installation.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad you got something out of it!

[@pavalentine01]

I just installed the same dishwasher 2 days ago and if anybody else has it after you run a dishwashing cycle can you feel under the door there's some insulation can you tell me if it feels wet . It's not wet enough to drip but can definitely feel like the insulation is wet

[@BicMichuM]

Hi peeps. Im stuck with hardwiring it. Our hardwire line is colored BLUE AND WHITE OR LIGHT GREY....Whirlpool is black and white...im assuming blue connects with black? Then white to white? Pls help....im trying to do it on my own and not paying $200....thanks

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Carl- hmmm I do my own electrical, but I’m no pro. I would make the same assumption you have, but it wouldn’t hurt to either check with someone more qualified, or do some more googling. If it were me, I’d use a multi meter to read the voltage from blue to ground, s as bc from white to ground. Whichever is 120v would connect to black. Certainly do only what your comfortable with. Good luck!

[@dividivi9184]

I am looking to purchase the same model. How is it holding up so far? Any leaks or issues with this model? Thanks for help.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Divi Divi - we’ve had this model for a while and really like it! The top rack for silverware makes loading a bit slower, but unloading is quicker as everything is sorted. We started off running it on hi temp and sani rinse, but after a while realized it still did a great job without those features on- maybe one or two spoons per week would not be perfect. So yeah- I recommend it! Good luck!

[@dividivi9184]

@@NashwaukSteve Thanks for taking time to help. appreciate it.

[@amazingnothingness]

great video

[@netrachhetri5486]

Where did u hooked up drain hojj😅

[@NashwaukSteve]

There is a connection port on the garbage disposal. It slips over the connector and secured with a hose clamp.

[@netrachhetri5486]

@@NashwaukSteve thank you!

[@20nicole]

Hi! May I ask what the measurements are, for the empty space you put the dishwasher into? Our dishwasher space is a bit snug and I’m not convinced of squeezing it in there.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi @Nicole Arosemena V. - my opening is 24-1/4” wide by 34-3/4”tall. Depth is roughly 25”. Thanks for watching! Good luck!

[@donaldlucas8688]

Good video thx!

[@NashwaukSteve]

No problem!

[@justanotherfan18]

Thanks for your video, one question, seems to be like the Samsung I need to replace, less than year old, will not clean dishes and Samsung has no parts, anyways how has this model worked for you? Is it quiet too? Thanks.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi @justanotherfan18 - we have really liked this dishwasher so far. It is very quiet and does an excellent job cleaning dishes. We don’t rinse unless it’s really starchy, and usually everything is clean with each load. The only downside is that the cycle we run takes 4 hours. We start it each night before bed, so the cycle time isn’t a big deal. There are quicker cycles also that do a decent job. Best of luck!

[@ivanjaimes2388]

Did you connect to the hot or cold water supply line? also don't you need to install an air vent? Thanks

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Ivan Jaimes- it’s connected to the hot water line. Regarding a vent for the drain line, the installation manual specified in which cases a vent is needed. Mine doesn’t need one, but yes, some are supposed to. Thanks for watching!

[@kathleenshaffer3145]

Where do I get the electrical cord and grommet? It doesn’t come with the washer?

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi kathleen shaffer - unfortunately the electrical connection doesn’t come supplied for some reason. I used a cheap, home made cord and plug bought from a big box hardware store. You can also buy cord kits that will work. Here’s an Amazon link for reference. a.co/d/dhDR8xL Good luck!

[@bradleyterez3842]

What size was the Allen ranch for the handle

[@mikeee63]

Thank You!!!

[@NashwaukSteve]

You're welcome!

[@scottbailey6195]

Thank you! Saved me from having to read the dreaded instructions.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Glad I could help!

[@amirchowdhury4853]

Thank you so much, you saved my time ❤

[@NashwaukSteve]

You're welcome!

[@majedali0990]

thank you very much 🌹

[@johnclarke6647]

Not a cheap way to do it - it is the practical way to do it. Why pay $15 for a power cord why ou can make up your own power cord a lot cheaper.

[@NashwaukSteve]

True, true

[@debimccann6524]

What causes new dishwasher no water flow inside when on cycle, although we know water is on Seems like it’s not entering into dishwasher Something that needs to be adjusted or plug needs removed????

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Debi McCann! That’s a toughy! If you know you have water in your supply tube, it should be getting in the dishwasher when you run a cycle. Maybe just take a good look at the inlet area. There is an inlet valve there that controls the water flow into the unit. Make sure the wires are connected. I suppose it’s possible they could be loose or the connector might not be snapped in. Other than that, I’m not sure what else to check. I hope you get it figured out!

[@debimccann6524]

@@NashwaukSteve thank you Plumber came all water good Someone told me maybe the water float but it is under the unit:(.

[@thesultanSALADIN]

Did this dishwasher need hot water ?

[@NashwaukSteve]

Yep, the water line to the dishwasher is hot.

[@cafepuya]

So how you control the panel when you have door completely under the counter?

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Javier Rivera- you use the controls with the door slightly open. When you press START, it gives you 4 seconds to shut the door. Thanks for watching!

[@rosieandrade8482]

They Didn’t Add The Bottom Cover. And There Are Gaps On The Side. :( I’m Fixing To Go To Home Depot And Show Them Images. Good Video

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks

[@CreachterZ]

I always assumed the output went through the disposer.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hello- it does dump into the garbage disposal. It’s like side inlet to the disposal.

[@CreachterZ]

@@NashwaukSteve See how smart I am? I just got a little bit more smart today. I went and looked and it makes perfect sense now. Thank you!

[@SK-eb7ee]

Nicely done - clear, concise, very helpful (but you didn't introduce your helppurrr.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Haha! Thanks S K. That was Jyn and she loves “helping” any time she can.

[@the_batmobile0.4]

Mounting bracket has left the chat

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hey Zeus Lightning- oh no!! It’s crazy that you had a bracket break. Mine actually broke during install too! I didn’t show it, but I ended up using a soldering iron to fix it. So far so good. If you can’t fix it on your own, maybe a metal shop could whip something up for you. Good luck my friend!

[@Riddler2002]

You skipped a step, where does your drain hose go. How do you fish it

[@NashwaukSteve]

Hi Richard Dery- yeah, I used the same route as my old one, so I didn’t show that part very well. For my last dishwasher, I drilled a 1.5” hole through the cabinet walls toward the back. The hose comes through the hole and makes a big sweeping turn to get into the disposal. As i pushed the dishwasher back into place, I kept gently pulling the slack through the hole. I hope that helps!

[@katana1960]

Good video, but a little too dark. Next time use some extra lighting.

[@rosskeener2091]

Gotta show the actual connections being made.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks for your comment

[@JupiterThunder4]

Came to the video to see how those tabs to side mount in get installed. You didn't show it. :( But that's not going to stop the thumbs up on this video.

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks for the comment, my friend! The side mount bracket was a point of frustration for me. My left one broke so I had to solder it back together. It wasn’t pretty, but now it’s functional. Those things don’t seem like the best design…

[@ferkxd451]

Run an air gap please

[@NashwaukSteve]

Thanks for the comment. Someone needs to explain why I need one in this application. I’ve had dishwashers installed with no air gap for 16 years in this house with no issues. I know in some situations it must help, but I don’t see the need here.

[@verlhayes7932]

never did see the drain hose hooked up? WTF

[@NashwaukSteve]

Sorry I missed filming that part. You’re not the first to hit me up on that. The hose connects to the garbage disposal on a nipple meant for this purpose. Thanks for the comment.

[@robinj6831]

You skipped the access cover installtion :(

[@NashwaukSteve]

My bad!