Sky wrote:
> Sheldon wrote:
> > Sky wrote:
>
> > > Since you're getting a portable DW, be sure that one of you is always
> > > home when it is in use, and never operate it after going to bed. �An
> > > inadvertent internal house flood is not recommended!!! �I set my timer
> > > for about 55 minutes to remind me to turn off the water faucet when the
> > > portable DW cycle is complete.
>
>
> > A built in dishwasher has no advantage over a portable in that regard,
> > in fact the portable at least has it's fill hose exposed so there's a
> > chance you will notice a small drip before it becomes a gusher, with
> > built ins you won't know there's a problem until it's too late.
>
> The portable dishwasher I use (I can't comment on any other sorts of
> DWs) attaches to the kitchen sink faucet, as most portable dishwashers
> do. Â*However, the connection between the DW hose & the faucet isn't
> exactly sealed, so there is an obvious "fast dripping leak" when the hot
> water is turned on to run the DW. Â*I do not leave the hot water turned
> on to the DW any longer than necessary due to this 'leakage' because it
> would be a significant amount over a short period of time.

Hopefully you have things set so any drips go down the sink drain.
Obviously there is something misaligned/worn at the connection, it
should not leak. With all your concerns about leaks I strongly
suggest you get a new connection device before that thing pops off and
you have a flood.