Step 6 · Position, Level, and Test for Leaks
After all plumbing and electrical connections are made, carefully slide the dishwasher the rest of the way into the cabinet. Adjust the leveling feet at the front and back of the unit by turning them with a wrench or pliers until the dishwasher is plumb and level both side-to-side and front-to-back. The top of the dishwasher door should be flush with the edge of the countertop. Once level, open the door and drive the provided installation screws through the mounting brackets on the top or sides of the dishwasher frame into the underside of the countertop or the side cabinets. Finally, slowly turn the water shut-off valve back on (counter-clockwise). Immediately inspect the connections at the valve and at the dishwasher's inlet elbow for any signs of dripping. Use a flashlight and a dry paper towel to wipe the fittings, which will make even the smallest leak apparent. Turn the circuit breaker back on, start a short 'rinse' cycle on the dishwasher, and check both the supply line and the drain line connections for leaks while the machine fills and drains.