Posted by So. Cal. Plumber on November 18, 2003 at 21:13:17:
In Reply to: Re: Nightmare dishwasher installation... help! posted by e-plumber on November 18, 2003 at 20:09:10:
: : Hi,
: : We recently installed a new Bosch (SHV6803) dishwasher and had a nightmare time with it. First off, after installing it with the air gap draining into a new In-sink-erator disposer (yes, I punched out the seal!) , the water positively gushed out of the air gap (no gentle trickle). Everything is new so there are obviously no clogs or build-up, the drain line is straight without obvious crimps or low-spots... I'm at a loss! Please help. I am so fed up with it, I am seriously considering scrapping the whole air gap idea.
: : The second problem we encountered has to do with the actual dishwasher... the spray arms don't spray. I switched it on, it fills with water and hums along, then finally drains, but no spray! Is there something obvious I could check before calling out a professional? This is the first time I've encountered a new dishwasher not working and we splashed out on a top-of-the-line Bosch as well!!
: : Thanks.
: : James
: Reply:
: The air gap could possibly be installed backwards or the air gap could be defective if the inlet & oulet hoses are connected correctly.
: I would suggest having a Bosch authorized repair technician service the unit. If you didn't void the warranty yet, you will if you attempt to repair the unit yourself.
: Good Luck. e-plumber
Regarding the airgap. Ive had problems if the hose is more than a foot and a half to two feet. If it's more you could see if it could be shortened. On the dishwasher, check to see if the spinning piece (the spray arms you are talking about??) has a rubberband holding them in place for shipment. Hope that helps.