WX28X326 GE 6′ Metal Braided Dishwasher Connection Kit is a flexible,â metal-braided water supply assembly⤠used to connect â¤a household potable water source âto a⢠dishwasher inlet. The assembly typically consists⤠of an innerâ water-bearing tube covered by âŁa stainless-steel braid and terminated âwith factory-mounted fittings; âthe 6-foot length provides â¤routing versatilityâ for installations âŁwhere theâ shutoff valve orâ supply stub âis displaced from the dishwasher inlet. As a supply-line component, â˘it âis designed to provide a durable, abrasion-⣠and kink-resistant conduit for pressurized water while accommodating the movement and vibration âinherent to appliance operation.
Inside the â¤appliance systemâ the connection⣠kit interfaces directly â¤with â¤theâ dishwasher fill/inlet valve,the household shutoff valve,and any intermediate âdevices⤠such⤠as hose⢠valves,adapters,or anti-siphon fittings. Its performance affects water delivery pressure⤠and timing âto the dishwasher’sâ control andâ fill⤠system, âand failures at the hose or fittings can â˘produce leaks that compromise âboth âappliance function and surrounding cabinetry. âBecause âit âcarries âpressurized water at varying temperatures, material selection, fitting typeand correct routing are⢠important to âŁlimit stress, âprevent abrasionand maintain a reliable seal over the service life of the âappliance.
This âarticleâ explains â¤the component’s intended function âand where it â¤is⢠typically⤠used, identifies common âcompatibilityâ factors (fittingâ size, thread type, âlength and material)and describes typical failure symptoms such as âexternal⤠leaks,â visible braid âŁdamage, bulging or reduced⢠fill âperformance.It also outlines âdiagnostic checksâ a⢠technician or owner âcan perform⢠toâ isolateâ the hose⢠from otherâ causes of water-related faults, âŁand it covers practical replacement âconsiderations including⢠verifying fitting types âand⣠clearances, â¤material andâ pressure-rating selectionand basic installation concerns relevant âŁto⤠safety âand code âcompliance.
Table of Contents
- Functionâ and Role of the Dishwasher âSupply Connection:â Hydraulic,Pressure and Sealing Requirements
- How the WX28X326 âGE 6′ Metal Braided Dishwasher⤠Connectionâ Kitâ Interfaces with the Inlet Valve⣠and Internal Plumbing
- common Failure âŁSymptoms: Leak Patterns,Flow Restriction,Corrosion â˘and Mechanical Wear
- Compatibility,Replacement Considerations and Installation Procedures â¤for the WX28X326 âGE 6′ Metal Braided⢠Dishwasher Connection Kit
- Q&A
- Insights and Conclusions
Function âand Role of the Dishwasher⣠Supply Connection: Hydraulic,Pressure and âSealing requirements
The water-supply hose servesâ as the hydraulic interface between⣠the householdâ plumbing and the appliance; theâ WX28X326 GE 6′ âMetal⢠Braided Dishwasherâ Connection Kit is designed to convey supply water with minimal head loss âwhile resisting mechanical wear. A braided stainless⢠assembly â˘maintainsâ internal âdiameter under⤠pressureâ and reduces âkinking compared with rubber hose, so dishwasher fill â¤times and inlet valve operation âremain consistent. hose âlength âŁand âinternal bore affect â¤flow resistance: a 6-footâ run â˘produces more head loss âthan a shorter hose, which can be relevant in installations with âŁlow âŁincoming pressure⣠or long plumbing runs, soâ select routing that minimizes bends and âelevation⤠changes to⤠preserve â˘expected flow and cycle timing.
- Hydraulic behavior: low head loss, consistent flow for inlet valve operation
- Pressure handling: rated for residential supply pressures and transient âspikesâ (verify label)
- Sealingâ method:â match the hose end to the valve/inlet thread and use the correct ferrule â¤or thread seal
- Installationâ checks: proper nut â¤engagement, hand-tight plus specified wrench turns,⣠andâ leak testing under âŁfull supply pressure
Sealing âand pressure â˘requirements center on âmatching connection⢠type â˘andâ following proper assembly practice. Where the hose â¤terminates with⤠a compression-style fitting,⤠the âŁsealing action relies on the âŁferrule and nutâ engagement rather thanâ pipe dope or tape; for â¤threaded pipe (NPT)⢠joints use the appropriate taper-thread sealant.Operating pressures âŁin residential systemsâ fluctuate, â¤so verify the assembly’s rated âworking pressure and temperature on theâ product data; braided âstainless hosesâ are commonly⢠specified to withstand typical âŁhousehold pressures⢠and hot-water temperaturesâ seen during dishwasher âcycles, but installation should include a pressure/leak test and inspection âfor any visible âdeformation of the braid or fittings. In routine service, âreplace the hoseâ if the braid shows fraying, if fittings âshow âcorrosionor after any extended âperiod following â˘manufacturer-recommended life limits.
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Typical rated pressure | Commonlyâ manufactured â¤to withstand âŁresidential supply pressures⣠and spikes (check âlabel for exact â˘rating) |
How the WX28X326 GE 6′ Metal Braided Dishwasher âŁConnectionâ Kit Interfaces with the Inletâ Valve and Internal⤠Plumbing
The WX28X326 GE 6′ Metal Braided â˘Dishwasher Connection Kit â˘functions⣠as the flexible supply⣠link between a household water âshutoff⤠(or⢠angle stop) and theâ dishwasher’sâ inlet valve. The kit’s stainless-steel braid over an inner elastomeric âtube protects the âŁhose from abrasion and allows long, âcompact⤠routing-its 6-foot length reduces tension at the appliance âŁinlet and â¤makes â¤it easier to reach⤠remote shutoffs. â˘Connection is achieved â˘via the⢠hose end â¤fittings matingâ to âthe âdishwasher⣠inlet valve and feed valve or shutoff; â¤installers should verify theâ inlet thread/fitting type on the dishwasher and the supply âoutlet before selecting or installing the hose to avoid the need for additional adapters or incorrect seals.
- Flexible 6 ft⤠lengthâ for⣠extended ârouting and reduced mechanical stress
- Braided stainless steel for abrasion resistance and limitedâ crushing protection
- Fitting â˘types-compression/swivel-must match the⣠appliance inlet or âŁbe adapted
- Typicalâ household pressure/temperature compatibility; confirm ratings âstamped on the⢠hose
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Length | 6 feet; allowsâ routing⤠behind cabinets and under sinks without tension |
| Material | Stainless-steel braidâ over inner âelastomeric tube for durability |
| Connection | Commonly uses âŁcompression/swivelâ fittings;â verify dishwasherâ inletâ thread before âinstallation |
| Performance | Designed âŁfor typical⣠domestic â¤hot-waterâ pressures/temperatures (checkâ hose markings for exact âratings) |
In âoperation the hose has minimal hydraulic â¤impact at typical âŁdishwasher fill ârates, but long runs â˘andâ tight bendsâ increase head loss and can âslightly reduce âfill speed;⢠avoid⣠sharp bends and support the hose so the âŁweight and movementâ of the appliance do not stressâ the inlet valve threads.⢠Sealing behaviorâ depends âon the fitting type: compression fittings rely on a⣠ferrule to formâ aâ seal⣠(do not apply thread sealant to compression connections), while⢠tapered pipe threads ârequireâ appropriate tape â¤or compound. âFor practical installations, match the hose fittings âto the dishwasher inlet or use a purpose-made adapter, tighten fittings to the manufacturer’s⣠torque âguidelines, pressurize the system â˘and visuallyâ check âfor leaksand run a fill â¤cycle to confirm proper âalignment and leak-free â˘operation.
Common Failure âSymptoms:⤠Leak Patterns,Flow⣠Restriction,Corrosion and Mechanical Wear
Theâ WX28X326 GE 6′ Metal Braided Dishwasher âŁConnection â¤Kitâ is a stainless-braided⢠supply hose assembly âŁthat provides⣠a flexible,pressurized â˘water â˘feed âbetween the household âshutoff valveâ and the dishwasherâ inlet. Typical failure mechanisms include breaches of the inner liner âŁcaused by age or manufacturing defects, abrasion of the braided stainlessâ sleeve from rubbing â˘against cabinet⣠edges, âand â˘looseningâ or corrosion at compression âŁor threaded fittings. These failures produce characteristic behaviors: localized⣠wetting âor dripping at a fittingâ indicates a sealing or ferrule âfailure, while⣠diffuse wetting âor pinhole leaks along the hose length pointsâ to⤠inner-liner degradation or abrasion of âthe braid. âRepeated pressure âcycling fromâ dishwasher fill and high-temperature water accelerate wear at transitions and kinks âwhere the hoseâ is â¤bent sharply or clamped⣠incorrectly.
- Visible âŁdrip or⣠stream at â¤the hose-to-valve â¤or hose-to-appliance connection
- Wet cabinet base, staining,⤠or mineral deposits⣠downstream of a suspectedâ leak
- Reduced dishwasher fill â˘rate or weak âŁspray due to flow⤠restriction
- Frayed or flattenedâ braid, bulging inner âlinerorâ surface âdiscoloration indicating corrosion
- Intermittent leaks that occur only under âŁhigh pressure orâ when the appliance cycles
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Leak pattern | point⤠leak at fittings = âŁseal/ferrule issue; distributedâ seepage = liner breach â¤or abrasion |
| Flowâ restriction | Slow fill or low spray â¤pressureâ caused by⢠internal debris, mineral scalingor collapsed inner liner |
| Corrosion | Discoloration, pitting orâ compromise of connectors; frequently enough occurs where different metalsâ contact |
| Mechanical wear | Kinking, âŁcrushingor braid fraying from improper⢠routing and vibration |
Diagnosingâ problems requires inspecting both âthe⤠hose and theâ surrounding system:â isolate âŁthe assembly, â¤remove hydraulic loadand pressurize the lineâ while observing fittings and the braid for â¤weeping or âbulging. âVerify compatibility âwith the⣠appliance by confirming matchingâ connection types, threadâ sizes âand âthat the replacement hose⤠is ârated for typical household âpressures⣠and dishwasher water temperatures;â anâ assembly that fits physically but uses a different⣠ferrule â˘style can still leakâ under load. For practical troubleshooting, âmeasure fill time â˘to distinguish a supply-side flow restriction from an internal âappliance restrictionand replace⢠any hose showing braid damage, âŁinner-liner bulgingor persistent âŁfitting leaks rather than attempting field repairs that compromiseâ safety.
Compatibility, Replacement Considerations and Installation Procedures âŁfor the âWX28X326 GE 6′ Metal âBraided Dishwasher Connection Kit
The â¤WX28X326 GE â6′ Metal Braided Dishwasher Connection âŁKitâ isâ a flexible water supply hose intended to replace âfactory or worn rubber⢠lines and provide⣠a durableâ connection between⢠the â¤dishwasher inlet and the household shutoffâ valve.The assembly â˘features a woven metalâ braid over âan inner elastomeric tube to resist abrasion, kinking and external damage while preserving the flexibility⢠needed⤠for routing in âtight cabinet spaces. Compatibility depends on matching the hose end fittings toâ the dishwasher inlet and the â˘shutoff valve:â many installationsâ use standard compression fittings,but⣠always⢠verify âthread type,diameter and seat âŁstyle before purchasing or installing the âhose to ensure a leak-free connection without â¤additional adapters.
Replacement andâ installation focus on safe water isolation, correct sealing method and âproper routing.â Shut â˘off â˘and drain â¤the water supply, âremove the old hose, âconfirm whether the existing connections are compression, flareor â¤NPT,⤠and select⣠the â¤appropriate sealing method or adapter; compression fittings typically do not â˘require⤠pipeâ tape,â whereas â¤male-threadedâ NPT âconnections⣠do. âRoute the 6′ braided⣠hose soâ it avoids⢠sharp bends or pinch âŁpoints, hand-tighten the fittings then apply a âmodest wrench âturn to the specified torque for âthe⣠connection type, â¤pressurize the line and observe⤠for leaks through a full â¤cycle; a common practicalâ example is replacing⤠a short rubber â˘supply hose in a dishwashers installed farther from â˘theâ shutoff valve where â˘the extra âlengthâ eliminates the need for âan inline coupling.
- Shut off âŁsupply⤠and drainâ residual pressure⣠before disconnecting old hose.
- Confirm inlet/valve thread â¤types and chooseâ appropriate sealing method⤠or⢠adapter.
- Route hose to avoid kinks âand âsecure⣠clearancesâ from hinges and â¤heat sources.
- hand-tighten thenâ apply controlled wrench torque; testâ under running water and a wash cycle.
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Length | 6 feet (provides extra⢠reach for â¤varied â¤install locations) |
| Material | Stainless-braided exterior âover âflexible inner hose for abrasion resistance |
| Typical fittings | Factory-style fittings compatible with common dishwasher inletsâ and household shutoff valves; confirm thread type |
| Intended use | Dishwasher water⤠supply line replacement â¤or extension |
Q&A
What is âthe WX28X326 and what â˘is it used â¤for?
The WX28X326 is a 6-foot⣠metalâbraided â¤flexible waterâ supply connector âdesigned for dishwasher installations. Itâ replaces the rigidâ copper âor rubber hose betweenâ the household⤠shutoff valve and the â¤dishwasher⣠inlet,â providing a âŁdurable, corrosionâresistant connection and extra reach or flexibility when ârepositioningâ the âappliance.
Will this 6′ braided hose fit âmy dishwasher and â¤shutoff valve?
It will⣠fit many⤠GE dishwashers âand many other brands, but⤠you must confirm the⤠connection âtypes match. Check the fittings at⢠both ends of the⣠hose and âthe appliance/shutoff valve â¤- common dishwasher inlet connections are compressionâstyle fittings.If the thread type or size is different, you may need a different connector or anâ adapter. When in doubt, compare the âold hose ends⣠or consult the dishwasher installation âmanual or âŁa parts dealer.
How âdo I install theâ WX28X326⢠safely?
Turnâ off the water âat the household shutoff valve and⢠drain any residual water from the line. Removeâ the⣠old hose, taking care to capture âany remaining water. Install theâ new connector following the fitting âtype: compression fittings typically â¤use the provided nut and ferrule â˘and should âbe⢠tightened by hand and then given a modest additional wrench âturn – do not overtighten. â¤If the⤠connection is threaded NPT (pipe thread), use appropriate thread sealant (PTFE tape) only on tapered⣠pipe threads. After installation, âturn the water âback on, inspect for leaks, âandâ run a short âdishwasher cycle âto check âunder working pressure.
Do I need plumber’sâ tape (Teflon tape) when âinstalling this braided⤠connector?
Generally â˘no for â˘compression fittings -⤠using tape on â˘compression fittings âŁcan prevent⤠proper seating ofâ theâ ferrule. Use PTFE tape only on taperedâ pipe threads âŁ(NPT).⢠if yoruâ request uses compression fittings, assembleâ per âthe connectorâ instructions â¤andâ tighten the nut as recommended âratherâ than applying⣠tape.
How longâ will â¤a metalâbraidedâ dishwasher âhose like âthis lastand when should I replace it?
Stainless steel⤠braided hosesâ are moreâ durable than â˘plain rubber hoses and âŁresist â˘abrasion âand kinking, but âthey still should be inspected periodically.⤠Replace the â˘hose ifâ you see fraying ofâ the braid,corrosion,bulging,leaks,seams,or any⣠deformation.⣠Also replace anytime you install or move the appliance, âorâ ifâ the hose⤠is more than several years old or⣠has â¤been subjected to â˘unusual stresses. If⣠you’re⤠unsure, proactive replacement âis inexpensive compared with⤠potential water damage from a failure.
Can I use⢠this hose for the dishwasher drain orâ for gas connections?
No. âThis connector is intended only forâ potable waterâ supply to the dishwasher.â It is indeed not designed or approved for dishwasher drains, which require aâ drain hoseâ and proper air gap or highâloop, nor⢠is it approved for gas service. Use the correct type of hose⣠or piping for âdrain or gas lines âaccording to local codes⢠and manufacturer⤠instructions.
What should I âŁdo if the âŁhose starts leaking⢠after installation?
first,shut off the water at the shutoff valve.Inspect âthe leak location: if â¤it â˘is at a fitting,check âŁthat the nut is snug (do not overtighten) and that the ferrule â¤and seatingâ surface are undamaged. If â˘the hose itself is leaking or â˘theâ braid is damaged,â replace the hose. If you cannot â¤stop the leak orâ the fitting â˘appears damaged,contact aâ qualified plumber or âappliance⢠technician.
Doesâ the WX28X326 include a check valve⢠or backflow prevention deviceand are there code considerations?
Most standard âsupply âŁconnectors do not âinclude an integrated⤠check valve.Backflow prevention requirements depend on local plumbing codes and the specific installation⣠(such as, commercial âŁinstallations or jurisdictionsâ with stricter backflow rules). If â˘a⤠checkâ valve or air gap is required âby code⣠for your installation, install theâ required device separately and followâ local regulations and the⣠dishwasher manufacturer’s instructions.
Insights and âConclusions
The WX28X326 GE 6′ Metal braided Dishwasher Connection kit serves a straightforward but critical role in⢠residential and⣠commercial dishwashing installations:â it provides âa durable,⤠flexible,⣠and corrosion-resistant connection between theâ household â˘water supply and the⤠dishwasher.Its stainless-steel braid and appropriate fittings help reduce the risk ofâ leaks, âkinksand prematureâ failure compared with less robust âhoses, contributingâ to steady water flow, applianceâ performance, âŁand protection against⢠water damage⤠to cabinetry and flooring.
Because⣠supply hoses areâ subject to âwear from âpressure cycles, mineral depositsandâ mechanical stress,â accurate diagnosis of leaks, swelling, rustor visible â˘deterioration is essential. Prompt replacement of a compromised hose with the⤠correct,⤠compatible⢠kit-such âas the WX28X326-minimizes the likelihoodâ of sudden failures and âŁattendant âŁproperty damage. When in doubt,inspecting connections,testing for⢠leaksâ after installation,and consulting manufacturer guidelinesâ or âa qualified technician will help ensureâ theâ replacement is appropriate â¤and âinstalled safely.
the WX28X326 kit is a â¤practical preventative âcomponent that supports reliable⤠dishwasher operation; routine inspection and timely âreplacement when â˘problems are detected are cost-effective steps to preserveâ appliance longevity and âprevent avoidable âwater damage. â˘Prioritizing correct diagnosis and installationâ helps maintain safety â¤and âperformance over the life of â˘the dishwasher.
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