Posted by 550Doug on November 29, 2019 at 16:48:29 from (198.254.226.165):
I've just replaced our 20 yr-old dishwasher with a new one.( I did NOT go for the one with wi-fi hookup that can be controlled with a smart phone.)
The old unit worked just fine but the new ones are very much quieter. However, we are getting a smell from the drain into the new unit and I see that the manual recommends to install an air gap. The drain for the old unit went directly into an inlet just above the trap under the sink and worked just fine. I hooked up the new unit to the same inlet and I get a smell. After reading about air gaps I see that they want the 1/2 inch dishwasher drain to enter the air gap and leave in a 3/4 inch hose that then enters the kitchen sink drain. I suspect that this new dishwasher has a more powerful pump, and that this together with the fact that my old 1/2 inch drain narrows down to a 3/8 inch tube before it enters the kitchen sink drain, contributes to the problem.
The manual suggests, alternatively, a high loop (at least 32 inches above the floor) could be used instead of the air gap, so that is what I chose. My high loop is 33 1/2 inches above the floor but it is not totally effective. There is some relief from the drain smell but I want it all gone.
My question: is there a better alternative as I really do not have counter space for an ugly 'air gap' unit?
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