Dishwasher: keep or replace rigid copper supply line?
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Dishwasher: keep or replace rigid copper supply line?
I am having the same issue as DIY in this old thread.
My new dishwasher is being delivered TODAY. I installed the last one 13 years ago and plan to install this one too. The store asked if I wanted new stainless steel hoses.
I declined. After removing old dishwasher I find the copper line is BENT. Need to verify it does not leak at the crimp.
IF it leaks, can I repair easily?
http://www.doityourself.com/forum/el...llation.html#b
On a side note, i noticed my garbage disposer is leaking from below. It's probably 10 yrs old at most. Can I plug the leak? My kitchen is original (60s) and I wasnt planning to gut/remodel for another 6-18 months.
My new dishwasher is being delivered TODAY. I installed the last one 13 years ago and plan to install this one too. The store asked if I wanted new stainless steel hoses.
I declined. After removing old dishwasher I find the copper line is BENT. Need to verify it does not leak at the crimp.
IF it leaks, can I repair easily?
http://www.doityourself.com/forum/el...llation.html#b
On a side note, i noticed my garbage disposer is leaking from below. It's probably 10 yrs old at most. Can I plug the leak? My kitchen is original (60s) and I wasnt planning to gut/remodel for another 6-18 months.
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Considering this...
How to Replace a Dishwasher - Part 4
I hear/read that copper lasts forever, but what if it fails?
Yes, I know the copper is pricey and intend to reuse or sell for scrap to offset my expenses.
How to Replace a Dishwasher - Part 4
I hear/read that copper lasts forever, but what if it fails?
Yes, I know the copper is pricey and intend to reuse or sell for scrap to offset my expenses.
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I hear/read that copper lasts forever, but what if it fails?
The method you choose is based on what you have and what you have room for.
I ran soft copper right to my current dishwasher and the same to the one before it. Copper is a little harder to work with as it does bend/kink if not carefully handled.
You should be able to replace the kinked copper feed line you have. How long can it be.... a few feet ?
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I am not a plumber...no tools or exp sweating pipes
What's can I do today to get this installed?
No instructions with delivery so I am downloading from mfgr and printing what I need.
Good grief I don't remember it being this difficult 13 years ago! I can't find the electrical hookup and the water hookup is prepped for hoses. Ugh! I suspect an expedition to the parts store is on my agenda today.
Thanks for responses so far. Much appreciated!
No instructions with delivery so I am downloading from mfgr and printing what I need.
Good grief I don't remember it being this difficult 13 years ago! I can't find the electrical hookup and the water hookup is prepped for hoses. Ugh! I suspect an expedition to the parts store is on my agenda today.
Thanks for responses so far. Much appreciated!
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If your machine is prepped for a hose then you can either solder the correct fitting to the 1/2" pipe right after the valve or use a Shark bite fitting.
Take the hose you have for the dishwasher to the depot. Tell them you want to connect it to a 1/2" copper pipe. You can use a fitting like in the following link. It's a sharkbite fitting... it just pushes on.
SharkBite 1/2 in. Brass Push-Fit x MNPT Adapter-U120LFA at The Depot
Take the hose you have for the dishwasher to the depot. Tell them you want to connect it to a 1/2" copper pipe. You can use a fitting like in the following link. It's a sharkbite fitting... it just pushes on.
SharkBite 1/2 in. Brass Push-Fit x MNPT Adapter-U120LFA at The Depot
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Hi Some dishwashers have a different water hook up and the old copper fitting won't work.
I would suggest You buy the kit ( comes wity adapter and ss flex line). You will also probably need a straight angle stop. One end to fit the flex line and the compression end to fit the pipe in your picture looks like 1/2 inch. Shut off the water and cut the tubing off where it connects with the 1/2 pipe as far away from the existing valve as possible. Clean the end of the pipe off then install the angle stop.
Good Luck Woodbutcher
I would suggest You buy the kit ( comes wity adapter and ss flex line). You will also probably need a straight angle stop. One end to fit the flex line and the compression end to fit the pipe in your picture looks like 1/2 inch. Shut off the water and cut the tubing off where it connects with the 1/2 pipe as far away from the existing valve as possible. Clean the end of the pipe off then install the angle stop.
Good Luck Woodbutcher
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installed FINALLY
Thanks all. I wound up cutting off the copper line including the valve that needed a new seat. I used a quick connect ball valve (no sweating) and SS braided hose with 90° connect.
No leaks. Yay! Well...except for the bottom of disposer.
Guess what I get to buy/install tomorrow? ~sigh~
Thanks soooooo much for your help.
No leaks. Yay! Well...except for the bottom of disposer.
Guess what I get to buy/install tomorrow? ~sigh~
Thanks soooooo much for your help.