Our parents still remember the times when doing laundry took the whole day, or even the whole weekend. Today, a special household appliance is used for these purposes, which is found in every home. It has replaced manual labor and saves a lot of time. In modern technology, every detail is extremely important, including the drain hose for the washing machine.
The drain hose (sleeve) performs one task - it drains dirty water after washing and rinsing things into the sewer. If your equipment is not equipped with a device for discharging waste water, or you want to replace the drain hose for your washing machine, the price will range from 30 to 1300 rubles. The final cost will depend on the length of the drain and the specific model of household appliances.
On plumbing market We offer three types of drainage devices:
Standard drain hose. Its length ranges from 1 to 5 meters. If necessary, it can be extended with a second similar one using a plumbing clamp.
Telescopic drain hose. It has become widespread due to the fact that it fits almost all modern car models. Its length when folded is 60 cm. When stretched, this figure reaches two meters. Disadvantages of this type of drain hoses:
high vibration during draining;
clogged more often;
Cracks and tears may appear.
Drain hoses are made of polypropylene, painted gray. There are special connectors at the ends (19 and 22 mm). The drain hose from the washing machine is connected to the sewer. If the tube cannot be connected to a drain, secure it to the sink or bathtub.
Think about how you will drain from the machine to the waste pipe. Use a tape measure to measure this distance. The drain hose is available at all stores selling household goods and household appliances.
These stores sell hoses of different lengths: from 1 to 5 meters, as well as modular drain hoses.
As we have already said, modular hoses are sold in large coils and consist of 0.5 meter segments. All you have to do is contact the seller so that he can measure and cut the sleeve to the required length.
However, modular hoses are not always easy to find, so we advise you to opt for other types of hoses.
So, you came to the store to buy a drain hose for your washing machine. How to do this correctly? Remember that when choosing a drainage device, you should not be guided by the principle - “You don’t have enough stock in your pocket!” and buy the longest hose. The shorter the length, the easier it is for the drain pump to pump water from the washing machine to the drain. If possible, install the automatic machine so that the distance to the drain does not exceed 3.5 meters.
If you still need a longer hose, then buy two hoses and use a connector. As a rule, this is a short plastic tube; the ends of the drains are placed on it and tightened with clamps.
In a situation where the diameter drain hose washing machine is different from the diameter of the extension cord, try to connect the end coming from the washing machine with the end of the tube having higher value this indicator, using a plumbing adapter with different numerical parameters at the ends - 19 and 22 millimeters. When connecting hoses of identical diameter, use a standard 22 by 22 mm connector.
You can easily make such an adapter yourself from a rigid PVC tube. the right size. It will be no different from what is sold in stores. Tighten the hoses onto the connector with clamps.
To start washing, an automatic machine needs water, which enters the tank of the technical device from the central water supply. There are also alternative ways of delivering it to start the cycle. At the end of the wash, the used liquid is removed using a special device, which, as a rule, is supplied with the device. Connecting the washing machine drain hose is a common procedure. There are two ways to organize the removal of dirty water from the tank:
Temporary, using a special plastic bracket included with the machine. The drain is attached to the edge of the sink or bathtub.
Stationary, connecting to the drain directly with a tie-in. The plastic guide is needed here to prevent the drain hose from kinking, which can block the drain.
Washing machine users often prefer the second installation option. With this method of connecting the washing machine drain hose, it is invisible and does not damage general form bathroom. It completely eliminates the situation when the hose is simply not secured to the edge of the sink or bathtub, and after the end of the washing cycle dirty water goes down to the floor.
Follow the recommendations of specialists before installing the drain hose for your washing machine yourself. How to attach? What is the height of the washing machine drain hose? Does your washing machine have a drain hose check valve? All of these points are very important and following installation standards will help prevent possible breakdowns expensive equipment.
The check valve installed on modern models of washing machines allows water to flow in one direction. If it is not there, you need to maintain a certain mounting height drain device. Typically, the permissible height at which the drain is installed is indicated in the operating manual of the automatic machine. Failure to follow the recommendation may result in damage.
A washing machine drain hose extension is used when the existing hose is not of sufficient size and it is problematic to bring its end to the sewer outlet. However, as in the case of purchasing too long tube, the same principle applies here: if the pump is too long, it will work under a greater load and may not cope with its task, which will also lead to its breakdown and costly repairs.
Regardless of how you secure the drain - temporarily or permanently, its end should not be immersed in water.
To drain dirty water through the siphon located under the sink, you need to replace the existing one with a special one for an automatic machine. Such siphons have the necessary pipes to which wastewater is supplied, including a drain hose for a washing machine. Place the siphon at a sufficient height to form a water seal, preventing the penetration of sewerage smell into the room and the reverse flow of water.
Install the purchased siphon, tighten the connections. Check the assembly for reliability by running water. Then connect the drainage device to the pipe using a plumbing coupling and a rubber collar that prevents the connection from leaking and prevents odors from the sewer from entering the room. Or take a special adapter for the drain hose of the washing machine, tighten the connection with a clamp to make it tight.
Organizing the drain using a siphon (stationary connection) will not interfere with taking a bath or washing your face using the sink during laundry. If the water is drained into the sink or bathtub, then this possibility is eliminated, since the bathtub will fill with dirty water after the end of the wash cycle. Washing in a sink into which used liquid is drained will also not be very pleasant.
Please note that the siphon must be installed strictly vertically. Horizontal installation is unacceptable, since this method threatens leaks. The height of the drainage organization is also important. The bend of the special plastic bracket in which the drainage device is fixed must be at least 60 centimeters from the floor level.
Another interesting solution related to connecting the drain to the siphon - siphons for hidden installation in the wall. One side is used for connection to sewer pipes, the other for supplying drain hoses. The contacts are also sealed using a clamp or cuff. An outlet is installed in the immediate vicinity to connect to a cold water source. With this solution, the connection process (even when replacing the old washing machine with a new one) will take no more than 5-10 minutes.
Draining is not difficult to do directly, without a siphon. You will need a sewer tee and a rubber collar to seal the connection. The device must be inserted into the section of the sewer pipe and the drain must be connected to its outlet through the cuff. It is possible to connect the sewer drain pipe to the washing machine and connect it directly to the hose. Create a bend in the hose in front of the sewer pipe, protecting the machine tank from the sewer system. This insulates against unpleasant odors. Seal the connection.
If the drain is left straight, without an S-curve or rise, odors from the drain can easily enter the washing machine drum where the washed, clean clothes lie. Instead of bending, it is better to use the same siphon, which is guaranteed to cut off any “flavors”. And to prevent wastewater from accidentally getting back into the tank, use an anti-siphon - a check valve.
Together with the new washing machine, the manufacturer provides all the necessary accessories for connecting it to the water supply and sewerage system. However, the standard package does not take into account the individual layout of your home and does not always meet the buyer’s requirements. The most common problem of this kind is a short drain hose.
The standard length of the drainage device that comes with the machine is 2 meters. If it is not enough, you can use a washing machine drain hose extension, which can be purchased separately at a plumbing store. In addition to this device, you will also need a connector and metal clamps, through which you will ensure the necessary tightness.
There are several ways to extend the drain hose to the required length:
If an adapter is used for extension, it can be a thin-walled rigid PVC tube with an external size of no more than 20 millimeters and metal clamps of a suitable diameter - no more than 27 millimeters to seal the connection.
To perform a “hidden” installation of a drainage system (when the extension cord needs to be hidden in a wall or in a floor screed), a plastic pipe up to 3.5 meters long and 20 millimeters in diameter is best suited.
Another practical and simple option for extending the drain is a compact telescopic tube. It will provide a reliable sealed connection without bending or folding.
You can also use regular corrugation of standard length - up to 2 meters.
Remember important rule relative to the maximum drain length? That's right, its size should not be more than 3.5 meters! If you cannot limit yourself to this length, then it is better to move the machine closer to the drain than to add additional meters of hose.
Before you begin the seemingly simple process of sleeve extensions, familiarize yourself with the standard recommendations. Consistent implementation of the points of this recommendation will allow you to avoid offensive mistakes and guarantee a good result.
Algorithm for performing the work:
Before starting work, make sure that all the necessary materials are available, and, if necessary, purchase the missing accessories. If there is no pipe of the required diameter on sale, then buy one whose diameter is as close as possible to the one you already have and use an adapter.
Disconnect the machine from the power supply. Place the ends of the existing drain hose and extension onto the connector; the contact point is indicated by a special mark made exactly in the middle of the tube.
Create a tight, airtight connection using clamps. Do not over-tighten the clamps; you may damage the tube.
Before using the machine for the first time, check again how well the joints are sealed. If necessary, seal the ends of the hoses with a special sealant. Inspect the place where the drain hose is installed, make sure there are no objects with sharp edges or protruding interior features that could cause it to rub or be damaged.
Models of automatic equipment differ from each other, therefore, the location of the drain hose in them also differs. But there are universal rules on how to change the drain hose in a washing machine that apply to all types.
If the wash cycle was turned on, wait until the program completes and make sure the washing machine drum stops completely. Unplug the machine. Secure the wire in the grooves on back wall washing machine so that it does not interfere with your work later.
Disconnect the water supply hose from the water supply system. When unscrewing it, be careful not to lose the sealing rubber ring. Unfasten the drain hose from sewer pipe and close the sewer outlet with a special plug. Attach the drain and supply tubes to the back of the washing machine so that the free ends point upward. The preparation stage is completed.
How to remove the drain hose from a washing machine? The drain tube comes out of the bottom or top of the back wall of the machine, but to remove it, we need to get to the pump. Lift the top cover of the machine. You will see that the sleeve is connected to the pump. Disconnect it from the pump and from the machine body and carefully remove it. Pay attention to the shape of the old device. Sometimes manufacturers use an L-shaped drain hose for the washing machine. The bend, as a rule, is located in the area of the pump, that is, inside the machine itself. You may have difficulty finding and purchasing an identical sleeve. If you can't find a replacement, don't despair, use L-shaped ends, which are exactly what you'll find at a plumbing store, and a standard drain hose.
Pour out the remaining water from the hose. Proceed to install the purchased drain in reverse order. Carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions in the instructions.
Often, a washing machine malfunction is caused by dirt in the drain hose. It becomes clogged during operation of the equipment. A suspension of dirty soapy water settles inside, containing fabric fibers, wool, and hair.
You can clean the drain hose of your washing machine. Let's look at how to implement this below.
To clean, the drain hose is completely disconnected from the washing machine. The sequence of actions depends on the model of the device and the method of attaching the hose to the water drainage system.
Record your actions using photos or videos; this will help you avoid confusion during assembly and will be useful for subsequent repairs.
First, unplug the washing machine from the electrical outlet. Shut off the water supply pipe. Drain any remaining water from the drum through the drain filter. Disconnect the hose from the sewer system; if there is water left in the drain hose of the washing machine, drain it.
To detach the other end of the sleeve, you will need a set of screwdrivers and pliers.
Let's consider the circuit for disconnecting drain hoses for washing machines LG, Indesit, Ardo, Ariston, Samsung, Candy, Beko, Whirrool:
Detach the bottom panel by unscrewing the screws with a screwdriver (some models may have a bolted or missing bottom).
Remove the bolts holding the filter.
Place the washing machine on the side wall, having first laid something under it (this will protect the floor and the device itself from scratches). Before doing this, screw the shipping bolts holding the washing machine drum into the corresponding holes on the back wall.
Unclench the clamp with pliers. Disconnect the drain hose from the pump and washing machine body.
To disconnect the drain hoses for Zanussi and Electrolux washing machines, the rear wall is disconnected. You need to do the following:
Release the latches holding the drain hose;
Unscrew the hose supplying water to the washing machine;
Unscrew the bolts securing the top cover and remove it;
Unscrew the bolts holding the wall and remove it;
Using pliers, loosen the clamp on the drain hose and disconnect it from the drainage system.
Design solution washing machines German production involves disconnecting the drain hoses for Bosch, AEG, Siemens washing machines after removing the front part of the case:
Remove the detergent tray from the housing;
Separate the bottom panel of the case;
Remove the clamp securing the cuff;
Detach the cuff;
Unscrew the bolts securing the front wall;
Unscrew the bolts securing the lock of the locking mechanism or carefully move the wall, reach out and disconnect the cable leading to the lock;
Lift the front wall up a little and pull it towards you to remove it from the hooks;
Loosen the clamp and carefully remove the drain hose.
All methods discussed apply to front-loading washing machines.
On top-loading machines, the drain is disconnected through the side wall. For this:
Unscrew the bolts holding the side wall;
Remove the panel;
Unclench the clamp and pull out the drain hose.
The drain hose is cleaned with a thin Kevlar cable (synthetic fiber). A small brush at the end of such a cable will remove dirty soap deposits from the inner walls of the sleeve. To do this, perform the following algorithm:
Pass the cable through the hose several times at both ends;
Remove the cable and place one of the holes in the hose under running water;
Secure the drain in its original place;
Reassemble the washing machine by performing the steps in reverse order.
To improve the result, pour any anti-scale agent or anti-scale agent into the washing powder tray. citric acid, start the wash cycle at 60°C.
To prevent blockages in the drain, it is recommended:
Using a special laundry bag;
Adding water softeners along with detergent;
Carrying out preventive descaling;
Using washing powder for automatic washing machines;
Checking clothing pockets for small items.
It would seem that the answer to the question is obvious - drain hoses can be purchased at any plumbing store! But it's not that simple. Among the huge assortment of goods on sale, there are many products of low or downright low quality.
Often the deciding factor when purchasing a particular hose is the price. It is logical to assume that the higher it is, the better the quality of the hose. This is partly true, but you still need to know the criteria for choosing a good product.
Alas, special markings and marks indicating the product’s compliance with GOST do not always guarantee the quality of the product. The market is full of counterfeit products. It is better to choose a hose “by touch”, that is, when choosing it, you should check how it fits on the pump nozzle. If the fit is loose, but does not wobble, then you have chosen the right product. You should refrain from purchasing hoses that are too “tight”, as they are usually unreliable and are likely to be damaged during installation.
It is best to buy sleeves, elbows, tees and sewer pipes from the same manufacturer. Then problems with correct landing all components of the system will not appear. And it’s better to buy everything as a set, rather than buying more later. This will be the main guarantee of quality and reliability.
Speaking of guarantees. You should purchase goods only from trusted stores, from sellers who are actually suppliers of real manufacturers.
However, it is not at all necessary to look for manufacturers of drain hoses for washing machines yourself, because we have done it for you. We present to your attention the SantekhStandard company, which specializes in the sale of such products. Its assortment includes only those products that are approved by the best specialists of the company and have passed GOST R.
In the company's catalog you can find Aqualine drain and inlet hoses, having a length from 1 to 5 meters inclusive and connecting size– 3/4". These products are manufactured in Russia.
In addition to drain hoses, the catalog provides an assortment of only those products that are guaranteed to fit together. Components for polypropylene pipes, shower hoses, fittings, sealing materials and much more. By purchasing plumbing fixtures and products for sewerage and heating systems from the SantekhStandard company, you don’t have to worry about the quality and compatibility of the purchased products.
SantekhStandard specialists are ready to help both individuals and companies choose plumbing fixtures. You just need to contact us by phone:
If you understand all the details of how to properly connect the washing machine, this operation will not be difficult to perform with your own hands. In this article we will describe the process of connecting the drain hose of an automatic washing machine to the sewer.
The issue of connecting the washing machine to the sewerage system and water supply system should be approached as responsibly as possible. Only in this case will the unit work without errors and problems. objectively simple. All home craftsmen cope with this task without any difficulty. But many craftsmen organize the drainage of the unit into the sewer system incorrectly. The result is unpleasant odors in the room where the machine is installed, as well as clogging it with water coming from other plumbing fixtures.
Connection via drain
The third technique is very simple. To implement it, you do not need to tinker with pipes, purchase and install a siphon. The whole job takes just a few minutes - throw the hose into the sink (bathtub), secure it with a plastic hook (it comes included with all washing units) and watch how the dirty water goes into the sewer system after washing. It would seem - how much easier? But such simplicity is fraught with many problems. Firstly, water from the machine will constantly contaminate the washbasin or bathtub. After two or three washes, you will be horrified by the appearance of the sanitary fixtures. Unattractive streaks will appear on their acrylic or enamel snow-white surface.
Just imagine how you will wash your face at such a sink or take a bath with traces of dirty water at the bottom. Secondly, the locking hook does not guarantee 100% high-quality fastening of the hose. The latter can fly off the edge of the washbasin or bathtub at any moment. This risks flooding your bathroom, as well as the premises of neighbors living on the floor below you. The drain hose, believe me, gets knocked down very often. It flies off when the drain pump in the washing machine is turned on, while the laundry is spinning (due to vibrations). Essentially, you will have to sit near the unit for the entire wash cycle and make sure that the hose does not get knocked down. What then is the point of an automatic machine if you need to be near it all the time?
For these reasons, experts recommend (and strongly) install a drain using a siphon. Then you don’t have to worry about flooding your neighbors, or about the penetration of foreign odors from the sewer system into the room where the automatic machine is located.
A siphon is a simple device. It is inexpensive and is sold in any store that offers plumbing products. The siphon is usually installed under the washbasin in the bathroom or under the sink for washing dishes if the washing machine is installed in the kitchen. The siphon must be mounted as high as possible. Setting it too low increases the risk of water backflow.
Connecting a washing machine
Check all connections for leaks. Job done, drain done! IN Lately Special siphons became widespread. They can be mounted on a wall surface. Such new devices have one side brought outside, and the other connected to the sewer. A water outlet (cold) is installed next to the siphon. This is done to ensure that the process of connecting the washing machine is carried out as quickly and conveniently as possible. If such a plumbing “infrastructure” is available, a new washing unit is connected to the sewer and to the sewer in literally 5 minutes.
There is an easier way to connect the drain hose to the water drainage system. You can also do it yourself. This technique involves inserting a hose directly into a sewer pipe into which a special tee is pre-installed.
Washing machine connected and ready to use
All. The work is completed. Your washing unit is connected to the sewer system.
It’s rare that a person can live without a washing machine these days. High-quality and carefully selected equipment will last for a very long time without failures or utility accidents.
One of the components of such reliability is the correct connection of the washing machine drain to the sewer. Unlike providing equipment with electricity and running water, the drainage device requires more attention.
Is it possible to connect a washing machine to the sewer yourself? Such work is quite accessible to any home handyman who has already dealt with plumbing. If you have no experience, then you need to show increased attention.
Before starting work and before purchasing all materials, it is necessary to study methods of draining dirty water and choose the most suitable one. What influences the choice:
It's best to sketch it out first. the simplest scheme connecting the machine to all networks - this will make it easier to imagine big picture, make calculations of the volume of work and the amount of materials.
There are only three of them, from the simplest and cheapest to the more complex and costly.
Every washing machine comes with a “hook” - a plastic element in the shape of an inverted letter “U”. The drain hose is secured in it, after which the “letter” can be mounted on the edge of the sanitary container. Usually the drainage point is a bathtub, or alternatively a sink or toilet.
In fact, this method of draining almost always turns out to be inconvenient. If you still decide to use it, you need to consider:
If this method of disposing of waste water is not suitable, the owners have no choice but to connect the washing machine drain to the sewer.
A very popular method if the washing machine is located close to the sink. There are several options for draining a washing machine into the sewer through a sink siphon.
One of the simplest is to assemble a system under the sink from a regular siphon and a tube with an outlet. This scheme is simple and reliable: the washing machine drain hose goes to the siphon, rises just above the inlet and enters there from top to bottom.
This height difference prevents water from the sink drain from entering the drain hose when it is empty. One problem still remains. Sewer smell can penetrate into the cavities of the washing machine and even be absorbed into the laundry.
But this can be solved if we complicate the scheme a little. You can assemble a system with a water seal under the sink. At a glance, it looks like a recumbent letter "S". It always accumulates in one bend a large number of water, which does not allow sewer odors to escape out or into the drain hose of the washing machine.
Another option with the same effect is to purchase a special anti-siphon valve for the washing machine with an outlet for attaching the drain hose.
What to do if the previous methods of getting rid of dirty water are not suitable? Remains last option: arrange for the washing machine to drain directly into the sewer. This method usually turns out to be the most time-consuming and expensive. But it is ideal if the washing machine is installed far enough from the sink.
The material of the existing sewer system is important here. Tapping into old cast iron pipes can be quite a hassle. It is rarely possible to limit yourself to just connecting a washing machine. Sometimes it is necessary to replace a section of pipeline made of cast iron pipes. You have to act according to the situation.
In other cases, the work is usually easier. The owners of new cottages find themselves in the most advantageous situations: in this case, the sewer outlet for the drainage device can be provided in advance.
Connecting the washing machine drain to the drain under the bathroom is one of the popular ideas. The advantage of such a drainage system is that the hose can be hidden with a special screen; the design of the bathroom will only benefit from this. It is only important to avoid the mistake that inexperienced craftsmen often make.
We are talking about the horizontal insertion of the drain hose into the sewer. This is absolutely wrong decision. The drain hose for the washing machine will inevitably fill with the contents of the bathtub and sink drain, if there is one. We have already talked about unpleasant odors. To avoid such a mistake, the drain hose must be inserted into the sewer from top to bottom.
What a home handyman will need:
Regardless of the chosen method of connecting the drain hose to the sewer, you must immediately carry out tests and do a dry wash after completing all work. Then possible shortcomings will immediately become visible. If everything is done correctly, the drainage system will last as long as the washing machine itself.
23.06.2018
People use long-familiar, everyday things without thinking, almost on an intuitive level. For example, an automatic washing machine. It’s like a box in which dirty things are put and clean ones are taken out.
Difficulties begin when replacing such a unit with a more advanced model. It turns out that for full operation it is necessary to connect the “magic box” to the electrical network, the cold water main and the drainage system.
You will learn how to connect a washing machine with the loss of the least number of nerve cells and minimal damage to the interior of the apartment by reading this material.
Finally there was a long-awaited knock on the door. The delivery department workers, grunting, brought the treasured box into the hallway. We politely said goodbye, wishing long post-warranty operation of the purchased equipment. The head of the family looked at the hostess and said - We will put her in...
The place for installing the “washing machine” must be equipped with a cold water supply, electrical outlet and drainage system.
Also not mandatory, but quite an important condition is the presence of a hard tiled floor.
When the machine operates, quite strong vibration occurs, which can damage parquet or linoleum.
The most common opinion is that the washing machine should be in the bathroom.
Electricity, cold water and are already present in this room. But what to do when the area is small and there is simply no room left for a machine?
In this case, it can be installed in the kitchen by connecting to the water supply and drainage system serving the sink. But first, it doesn’t hurt to unpack this miracle of domestic or foreign technology.
First you have to remove the cardboard packaging, disconnect wooden blocks and locking transport screws, install and adjust the height of the legs.
Installation of hoses and connection of water and drainage will also require your own specific set of tools.
So, the master will need:
Photo: screwdriver set
Photo: adjustable wrench
Photo: pipe cutter
Photo: siphon with check valve
Photo: everything you need to connect a washing machine to the sewer
Photo: dismantling shipping parts
The machine is in working order.
Professional plumbers know this. at least four ways to organize such a connection:
This means an ordinary siphon of a sink or washbasin, not equipped. Plastic or polyethylene tees are most often used to connect the drain hose and siphon.
Photo: connecting a washing machine to a siphon
Inexpensive, convenient and reliable, but an unpleasant sewer smell can penetrate into the car. Therefore, experienced craftsmen recommend arranging a loose connection or organizing the so-called “ air gap" or.
The method is that a corrugated pipe is removed from the siphon large diameter, curved in the shape of the Latin letter S. At a height of at least 50 centimeters from the floor, the drain hose of the washing machine is inserted into it.
A leaky connection helps equalize external and internal pressure and prevents sewer “odors” from getting into the pile of just washed bed linen.
To organize the drainage of waste water from the washing machine, the siphon has an additional place for connecting a hose and a check valve that locks sewer odors inside itself.
The connection can be made using a sealed method, using any waterproof hose of a suitable diameter.
Photo: connecting the washing machine directly to the sewer The "air gap" method described earlier is used. An S-shaped corrugated pipe embedded in sewer riser acts as a primitive siphon, preventing “pleasant” aromas from entering the car.
The easiest way. Use the hose supplied with the washing machine and a plastic hook-shaped attachment.
Photo: option for draining into a bathtub; diagram of hose placement on the side of the sink
The hook clings to the side of the sink or bathtub and the waste, dirty water goes into the sewer through the drain holes provided by the design.
Connection via siphon, regular or special, characterized by:
Connection directly to the sewer pipe has all the advantages of the above method. It is used when the siphon is located too far from the car (more than two meters). It differs from “connection via a siphon” in that it is more labor intensive.
Drain hose attached to the side of a bathtub or washbasin- the simplest, but also the most unreliable method. Sometimes one pressure of water is enough to tear it out of place and flood the floor in the room with a centimeter layer of water.
Not to mention children, cats and dogs who can accidentally pull the hose out of the sink.
This is also a very important parameter. The drain hose is connected to the machine at the level 80 cm from the floor to the sewer - at a height 50 cm. This limitation is related to the power of the exhaust pump. It is also not recommended to extend the drain hose more than 150 cm.
Photo: height of connection of the washing machine to the sewer
Having examined in detail the process of connecting to the sewer, we undeservedly ignored the connection to cold water supply and power supply. Therefore, briefly about them.
The washing machine is connected to the water supply by connecting it to a cold water pipe or to a standard faucet using a special adapter.
Photo: connecting the washing machine to the water supply
With the first connection option, it is necessary to provide a method for forcibly stopping the water supply to the machine (for example, installing a ball valve).
The washing machine should be connected to the electrical network using a special Euro socket with built-in grounding.
Photo: connection to the electrical network
Otherwise, the likelihood of electric shock increases sharply, because the machine is used in a room with a high level of humidity.
The cost of connecting a washing machine by a professional plumber ranges from 1000 to 3000 rubles.
This variation is explained by the complexity of the work and the installation location of the unit. For example, installation in a bathroom, where all communications are at arm's length, will have a minimum price tag; installation in a hallway, where all communications will have to be extended, will have a maximum price tag.
With certain skills, such work can be done by any “handed” owner. The cost of connection in this case will be equal to the cost Supplies and wasted time.
For proper and trouble-free operation of the washing machine, it is necessary to properly connect the washing machine to the sewer. You should know, first of all, that when choosing a place to install the washing machine, you must take into account the length of the drain hose. It is also necessary to take into account the diameter of the sewer pipe when leading it to the washing machine. The diameter of this pipe is minimal 40 mm.
Useful tips.
In a nutshell about installation directly to the chosen location
It is better to install the machine on a concrete floor; the vibration will be much less than on a wooden floor. Before installation, it is necessary to unscrew the transportation bolts; they are installed on the rear wall of all machines and are intended only to prevent damage to the machine during transportation, and level the machine using the unscrewing legs. There is no need to place any rubber mat under the legs of the machine; it will only spring on it.
Connecting an automatic washing machine to the water supply
To connect the washing machine to the water supply, it is necessary to have this same water supply nearby, i.e. an open section of cold water pipe. As a rule, the water network is laid with metal or plastic pipes Ø 15mm. This is the kind of pipe we will rely on for the first method of connecting the automatic machine to the water supply.
In total, there are three main ways to connect to the water network:
1. Using a coupling placed on a metal or plastic pipe;
2. Connecting the washing machine to the mixer via a tee tap;
3. Using a fitting for metal-plastic pipes.
For proper and trouble-free operation of the washing machine, you need to be competent in the sewerage system. You should know, first of all, that when choosing a location, you must take into account the length of the drain hose and the connection diagram. It is also necessary to take into account the diameter of the sewer pipe when installing it. The diameter of this pipe is a minimum of 40 mm.
Drain hose (how to install correctly)
It can be increased according to the installation instructions for the washing machine by no more than 1.5 meters. Let us secretly note that in reality the washing machine should easily tolerate an extension of the hose by 3 meters. However, try to avoid such actions if possible. Everything is explained quite simply - water is drained from the washing machine using a pump. Therefore, the shorter the drain hose, the less load on the pump. In addition, the drain pump is one of the weakest points in a washing machine. - another important requirement. According to the same instructions, placing the drain hose directly into the sewer pipe should be within 60-110 cm from the bottom edge of the washing machine.
If the drain hose is connected to a siphon, its height will not be of fundamental importance, since the flow of water from will alternate with air. When carrying out work, do not forget about the main requirement - when draining water, the drain hose must not be immersed in water in any way.
The listed requirements must be observed in order to prevent automatic drainage from the washing machine. If the position is incorrect, it will also not work correctly. In the worst case, the washing machine will get stuck at some point during the wash cycle. At best, it will generate an error indicating that the drain filter is dirty.
A drain filter is now present in almost every modern washing machine. It is usually located at the bottom of the washing machine under the bottom bar, or in a special window. Instructions on how to clean the drain filter must be included with the washing machine. As a rule, the instructions recommend cleaning the filter every 6 months. In general, it is quite adequate, so it is better to entrust this work to professionals.
After completing the stage of work on supplying water to the machine, we will consider several main options. In any case, this issue should be taken seriously, because when draining water with a machine, the hose can pulsate strongly and an unreliable connection can cause water leaks, which can significantly spoil the mood and property of not only you, but also the neighbors below.
Option 1. Using the clamp that usually comes with the washing machine, you can secure the drain hose to the side of the bathtub or sink. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the possible height of the hose. It is indicated in the installation and operating instructions; usually manufacturers recommend not exceeding 100 cm. Otherwise, the pump power may not be enough to drain all the water. In addition, it makes sense to ensure that the clamp is rigidly attached, for example, to a water tap.
Option 2. The second way to connect the washing machine to the sewer is to connect the drainage hose directly to the siphon. In this case, you get rid of the need for additional cleaning of the sink or bathtub at the drainage point. 
What is a siphon? This is a curved tube through which water from the sink flows into the drain. The bend is necessary to create a water block, which prevents the penetration of unpleasant odors from the sewer pipes.
There are several types of siphon designs. The simplest is a regular flexible corrugated pipe. A special clamp is used to fix the knee. The advantages of such a siphon include low cost and ease of installation, which is why it can often be found in new homes.
The second, most common type of siphon is a bottle siphon. It is equipped with a special flask in which a water jam is created. In addition, if you accidentally drop the ring in the sink, it will linger at the bottom of the flask.
When organizing the drainage of a washing machine, you can use special siphons that are equipped with additional outlets for drain hoses. They can be purchased at hardware store. If the siphon is installed correctly, you will receive a neat connection for draining the washing machine directly into the sewer. It is worth noting that this work often requires appropriate skills and its solution should be entrusted to a qualified plumber.
Option 3. You can lay an additional bend from the existing sewer pipe into which the sink is drained. In this case, you additionally need a set of sewer pipes with a coupling and a reducer, which acts as an adapter from the drain hose to a standard sewer pipe. All connections must be strong; for this purpose, it is advisable to coat them with plumbing silicone.
Installation and connection of the SMA consists of several operations:
Remove the transport bolts, place the machine on a solid, flat surface, adjust the position of the machine according to the level.
If you have recently had a renovation, or you live in a new building, most likely you already have a special outlet for SMA, then there is no problem. If not, then you will have to run a separate line from your electrical panel. This is the most time-consuming and expensive operation in the entire installation procedure. You will need a 16A circuit breaker, a wire with a cross-section of at least 1.5 square meters. mm., a waterproof Euro socket with a grounding terminal, and then lay and install all this accordingly. 
Connecting the washing machine to water. Here you will need a special tap - with a ½ x ¾ thread, or an angular or straight-through one, depending on the specific conditions. If the apartment has a separate water socket for connecting the washing machine, a corner tap is installed; if not, a pass-through tap is installed in the gap between the water socket for cold water and the flexible connection to the mixer, or the toilet barrel. If there are no coarse water filters in the apartment, it is advisable to install the filter in front of the water supply tap to the washing machine. Next, the supply hose is connected to the tap. If the supply hose is equipped with an aquastop device, it is recommended that it be positioned vertically. If the supply hose is not long enough, it can be extended using special materials.
The next stage is to the sewerage system. There are two main ways. Connecting the nearest plumbing fixture to the siphon (kitchen sink, washbasin, etc.) in this case, the siphon is changed to a special one with an outlet for a washing machine. This method has a significant drawback - if the siphon is clogged, dirty water from the washing machine will flow into the sink. However, this is a very common method. Another way to connect a washing machine to the sewer is to install a tee directly into the sewer system. This method is more preferable, does not have the disadvantage described above, but is slightly more expensive for the consumer.
And the last stage is a test run. The functionality of the machine is checked, without underwear, with a small amount of powder, and at the same time washed. It is enough to fill the water, stop the program, turn on the drain, and check all connections for leaks.
If you connect the washing machine to the water supply incorrectly, you can get into a lot of trouble - from a flood to a complete breakdown of the new washing appliance. Therefore, experts recommend that you comply with sufficient simple rules connecting the machine to the sewer.
You will need
washing machine;
water pipes;
tools;
drain hose
Instructions 
1 Before starting work, be sure to read the instructions, which detail the height of the outlet pipe of your washing machine. After all, each model of this type of household appliance has its own specific height. This condition is especially important when connecting the drain hose and sewer system. In some cases it is necessary to resort to installing an additional siphon. How the machine will be connected to the sewer pipe depends on what type of water drainage you want to choose.
2 If you choose a method in which waste water is drained either into the bathtub or into it, then this is a fairly simple option. Here you just need to attach the drain hose to the side or wall of the toilet. However, despite its apparent simplicity, this method creates many problems. So, for example, you will not be able to use the bathroom while washing is in progress, because all the waste water will be drained there. And going to the toilet will not be very comfortable, due to the fact that on one side the lid will rise to the height of the circumference of the hose. Also, with this method of fastening, it is enough to simply remove the hose. And if you forget about this fact, then you can easily cause a flood. Therefore, the reliability of fastening is the main parameter that needs to be checked when using this method of connecting to sewer networks.
3 Option two - drain directly into sewer pipes. This method is the most convenient due to the fact that it does not paralyze the life of the home and family during washing. However, it is often necessary to increase the length of the drain hose (if the pipe is located at a sufficiently large distance from the installation site of the washing machine). And in the instructions you need to read what length of the hose will be most optimal for your machine. After all, if you make it too long, the pump power will not be enough, and the machine will not be able to pump water correctly.
4 In order for the hose to properly connect the machine and the sewer, one side of it must be fixed at a height of 70-80 cm along the back wall of the machine. The second end must go into a special siphon, which is necessary to prevent waste water from getting into the machine from the sewer. If you don’t have a siphon, and you have no desire to buy a new one, then you can simply bend the drain hose in the shape of a coil, which can also quite effectively prevent spoiled water from entering your machine.
Incorrectly drained washing machine
The instructions for each washing machine clearly state: the drain hose must be raised to a height of at least 60 cm, but unfortunately, not everyone likes to read, and in many washing machine models it can actually be disconnected. As a result, the machine connected in this way sits and constantly draws water, which simply flows out of it, since none of the manufacturers provide any valves at the outlet. 
Another common mistake is organizing the drain outlet from the sewer at a low height, literally on the floor. It would seem that the conditions are met, the hose on the machine is raised to the required 60 cm, but the washing machine works in some incomprehensible way: it can wash for a very long time, and the quality of washing is very poor.
So what is the reason? This is due to the so-called siphon effect. As we can see, the thickness of the washing machine drain hose is much smaller in size than the thickness of the sewer drain pipe. When the residents of a house use the sewer system, a fairly large amount of water flows down the pipes, well, and everything else))) As a result, a rarefied pressure is formed in the sewer pipe, small, but quite sufficient to pump water through a narrow hose from the washing machine cars. The washing machine is not such a smart device - it simply gets this water from the water supply, so it turns out that the washing process can take a whole day. The way to solve this problem is to install a small, low-power valve on the drain hose - the so-called anti-siphon.
Incorrect integration of a freestanding washing machine into furniture
In principle, any washing machine can be built into furniture. You just have to remember one simple rule: the machine vibrates during operation and therefore should not be pinched by the walls or countertop. Unfortunately, not all furniture makers take this into account, so it turns out that the entire kitchen goes along with the washing machine when it goes into the spin cycle. This is very harmful for the washing machine and leads to rapid wear of the drum bearings, and replacing them is a very expensive repair of the washing machine. This is the case when the only way out of the situation can be either installing a washing machine in another place, or remodeling the furniture, or purchasing it at a price that is about 2 times more expensive than usual.
"A pilot has one dream - Height! Height!"
In first place before furniture makers are such enemies of household appliances as designers. Which of them was the first to think that installing a washing machine on a pedestal is fashionable, creative and cool is unknown, but it was picked up by the masses. And the pedestal must be almost the same size as a washing machine. But if things fall unevenly in the machine and it may shift after that, we don’t take it into account! What follows from this: a very often repeated situation - separation from the people and fall! After such “flights” the washing machine is not always repairable.
And some citizens generally decided that the pedestal is not cool, they need to hoist the washing machine at a height almost above their heads! Even if the shelf is made with a safety margin and the washing machine will not fly down from it, then repairing it in such a place, to put it mildly, is very, very inconvenient.
Here we describe only the main mistakes that non-experts make when connecting household appliances. No variations correct connection There are a lot of washing machines, and therefore we strongly recommend that you think carefully when Uncle Vasya’s locksmith, furniture maker or builder tells you that he will quite calmly and without problems connect your new washing machine.
Most often, a washing machine is installed in the kitchen or, from a practical point of view, this is more appropriate. These places are closest to engineering Communication necessary for the operation of the machine and, especially since there is a flat concrete floor, usually tiled, which does not produce vibrations while the machine is operating in spin mode. To connect the machine to communications, first of all, you need to study the manufacturer’s instructions. In the vast majority of cases, connecting different models of washing machines follows a general principle.
Drainage devices for a washing machine can be done in three main ways. The easiest way is to install a drain hose on the edge of the bathtub or sink and drain the waste water there. This option is provided by many manufacturers of washing machines; the kit includes a special plastic bracket that allows you to give the end of the drain hose a convenient shape for attaching it to the edge of a plumbing fixture. 
The second method, more reliable, is a stationary drainage device, by installing (inserting) a tee into the sewer pipe system and tightly pressing the end of the drain hose directly into the sewer outlet. What can be said about this method of drainage? Such a connection is specified in advance in the operating instructions for most models as undesirable, since it can negatively affect the operation of the machine in the form of odors from the sewer. With this connection option, the drain hose practically lies on the floor and thus a water seal does not form, which is the source of odors and other troubles.
According to the instructions, the end of the drain hose of the machine should be at a height of about half a meter from the surface on which the machine itself is installed, thus creating a deflection in the drain hose and, as a result, a water seal, which is a reliable protector against the penetration of odors and dangerous microbes from the sewer.
For more reliable drain operation, it is recommended to install a special washbasin or sink siphon, with an outlet for connecting the drain hose. To do this, in some cases you have to buy a new one and replace the old siphon, which does not have an additional input for hoses from the washing machine. In cases where the length of the drain hose is not enough, it can be extended to a certain length, according to the recommendations in the instructions.
What keys do we use?:
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washing machine motor connection diagram
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One of the components of such reliability is the correct connection of the washing machine drain to the sewer. Unlike providing equipment with electricity and running water, the drainage device requires more attention.
Is it possible to connect a washing machine to the sewer yourself? Such work is quite accessible to any home handyman who has already dealt with plumbing. If you have no experience, then you need to show increased attention.
Before starting work and before purchasing all materials, it is necessary to study methods of draining dirty water and choose the most suitable one. What influences the choice:
It is best to first sketch out a simple diagram for connecting the machine to all networks - this will make it easier to present the overall picture and make calculations of the amount of work and the amount of materials.
There are only three of them, from the simplest and cheapest to the more complex and costly.
Every washing machine comes with a “hook” - a plastic element in the shape of an inverted letter “U”. The drain hose is secured in it, after which the “letter” can be mounted on the edge of the sanitary container. Usually the drainage point is a bathtub, or alternatively a sink or toilet.
In fact, this method of draining almost always turns out to be inconvenient. If you still decide to use it, you need to consider:
If this method of disposing of waste water is not suitable, the owners have no choice but to connect the washing machine drain to the sewer.
A very popular method if the washing machine is located close to the sink. There are several options for draining a washing machine into the sewer through a sink siphon.
One of the simplest is to assemble a system under the sink from a regular siphon and a tube with an outlet. This scheme is simple and reliable: the washing machine drain hose goes to the siphon, rises just above the inlet and enters there from top to bottom.
This height difference prevents water from the sink drain from entering the drain hose when it is empty. One problem still remains. Sewer smell can penetrate into the cavities of the washing machine and even be absorbed into the laundry.
But this can be solved if we complicate the scheme a little. You can assemble a system with a water seal under the sink. At a glance, it looks like a recumbent letter "S". A small amount of water always accumulates in one bend, which prevents sewer odors from passing out or into the drain hose of the washing machine.
Another option with the same effect is to purchase a special anti-siphon valve for the washing machine with an outlet for attaching the drain hose.
What to do if the previous methods of getting rid of dirty water are not suitable? The last option remains: to drain the washing machine directly into the sewer. This method usually turns out to be the most time-consuming and expensive. But it is ideal if the washing machine is installed far enough from the sink.
The material of the existing sewer system is important here. Tapping into old cast iron pipes can be quite a hassle. It is rarely possible to limit yourself to just connecting a washing machine. Sometimes it is necessary to replace a section of pipeline made of cast iron pipes. You have to act according to the situation.
In other cases, the work is usually easier. The owners of new cottages find themselves in the most advantageous situations: in this case, the sewer outlet for the drainage device can be provided in advance.
Connecting the washing machine drain to the drain under the bathroom is one of the popular ideas. The advantage of such a drainage system is that the hose can be hidden with a special screen; the design of the bathroom will only benefit from this. It is only important to avoid the mistake that inexperienced craftsmen often make.
We are talking about the horizontal insertion of the drain hose into the sewer. This is a completely wrong decision. The drain hose for the washing machine will inevitably fill with the contents of the bathtub and sink drain, if there is one. We have already talked about unpleasant odors. To avoid such a mistake, the drain hose must be inserted into the sewer from top to bottom.
What a home handyman will need:
Regardless of the chosen method of connecting the drain hose to the sewer, you must immediately carry out tests and do a dry wash after completing all work. Then possible shortcomings will immediately become visible. If everything is done correctly, the drainage system will last as long as the washing machine itself.
First, let's look at connecting the washing machine to communication systems. The machine should be connected to a cold water supply and a waste water drain should be installed.
What is BIO washing?
Today there are special washing powders on sale that contain enzymes. These are powder components that perfectly remove organic stains, for example, blood stains, sauces, coffee, vegetable stains, sweat, grease, etc. Enzymes are effective only at water temperatures up to 40 degrees, because... with more high temperature they lose their properties. The best washing machines have a special BIO program for washing clothes with enzyme powders.
What are the benefits of using washing machines and dryers?
Some machine models have a special program for drying clothes. In drying mode, the machine quickly and evenly processes laundry with a powerful stream of heated air. Throughout the cycle, there is a constant change in the direction and speed of rotation of the drum. This helps avoid wrinkles and improves uniform drying.
Drying time and temperature should be set according to the type of fabric.
It is not recommended to over-dry the laundry, as it will then be difficult to iron.
You cannot dry sleeping bags, quilts, or down jackets in the car, as these things greatly increase in volume when dried and interfere with air circulation.
Explaining clearly is more than helping.
I’m working out, my wife insisted that I install the washing machine in the kitchen, I had to figure out the drainage diagram, so I tell the site again - Thanks a lot for a very detailed and accessible consultation.
Quite often in washing designs, restrictions are set on the minimum and maximum height of the outlet pipe. In order to drain the water, it is necessary to connect the water drainage system to the sewerage system. Let's take a look. An additional siphon should be installed or a pipe should be secured on board.
Several variants 
Bathtub drain option
The fastening must be secure to avoid flooding if the drain hose falls out.
It is believed that the most modern and convenient options draining is nothing more than connecting the drain hose to the sewer. Please note that you can increase the length of the drain hose, but it has its own length limit, dictated by the maximum power of the drain pump. You can find out the maximum length of the drain hose from the documentation that came with it.
The drain hose should be secured to the back wall of the washing machine at a height of approximately 80 centimeters. 
Attach the drain hose
We connect the second end of the hose to the sewer using a special siphon to avoid unpleasant odors and water from the sewer getting into the machine. You can bend the end of the hose in such a way as to create a water jam effect, which will also prevent odor and water from entering the machine.
Some craftsmen recommend loosely connecting the drain hose and sewer. 
One of the options for connecting a hose to a sewer.
The possible presence of an air gap will prevent water from being sucked from the machine into the sewer. This may cause the machine to freeze during certain wash programs. However, this connection has a serious condition. The height of the air gap should be several centimeters higher than the level of water rise in the sink or in case of possible clogged sewer. Otherwise, there is a fairly high probability of flooding the apartment if the drain through the air gap is clogged.
A new washing machine in the house is so nice, but without communications connected to it, it’s just a beautiful cabinet. Connecting a washing machine is not particularly difficult, but if everything is done incorrectly, you can easily end up with repairs or, even worse, the purchase being written off as scrap.
If your desire to save money has overcome your fear of losing your washing machine, read on. First of all, do not listen to the admonition of the sellers that if they are not the ones who connect the washing machine, the warranty on the machine will be void. This is a vile lie. The warranty is canceled if the washing machine was damaged as a result of incorrect connection, and if everything was done correctly, then it does not matter who connected it. Let's move on.
The first thing to think about is electricity. If the house is not a new building, then a standard outlet may not withstand high power consumption, so prepare the outlet in advance. It is better to have a separate socket from the panel. If there is an electric stove in the house, you can throw a wire from it. For this, take a three-core cord with a cross-section of 1-1.5 mm, color and type of insulation to suit your taste. In new houses, the wires are mostly made to last, so you can rest assured.
The second part is plumbing. Water is a tricky thing and here you need to be extremely careful in choosing materials. Don't save money here - you'll regret it later. It is best to buy taps and hoses from trusted stores. Large construction supermarkets are the best. They are less likely to run into marriage. 
Do not connect the faucet by drilling a hole in the pipe and then crimping it with a special faucet coupling. In practice, such a faucet quickly becomes clogged. It is better to install a classic drain valve. The inlet hose should not be very soft. Choose the hose length with a margin of 1-1.5 meters, so that in case of repair of the washing machine, without disconnecting the hoses, the washing machine can be pulled out without difficulty. The same goes for the drain hose.
Now we smoothly move on to the drainage part. There are two options: connect the washing machine to a siphon or directly to the sewer. Another ambush awaits you here. The siphon is insidious in that if the hose is thrown across the floor, water can pour into the washing machine through the drain hose. Therefore, be sure to pass the drain hose along the top so that its highest point is higher than the water in the sink to which the washing machine is connected.
If the drain hose is connected to the sewer, be sure to extend the pipe vertically to a height of 50-60 cm. Otherwise, the water from the machine will flow by gravity into the sewer.
If you follow these rules, your washing machine will not soon require you to repair it.
It is very important from the very first days to correctly connect the washing machine to the water supply and electricity. Violation of the installation rules can lead to serious consequences, both for you and for your new “assistant” - the washing machine.
1. Dismantling of packaging and shipping units
After the washing machine is delivered to your home, inspect the packaging and make sure that it has not been damaged. Then remove the packaging (cardboard, foam, polyethylene) from all parts of the washing machine. Install the unit in the chosen location (bathroom or kitchen). When doing this, take into account the length of the water intake and drain hose, as well as the length of the power cord. If the standard hoses are too short, you will need to purchase longer hoses for your washing machine from your local store.
Now you can remove the transport parts that secure the tank and the rotating elements of the washing machine, i.e. protect the car during transportation.
Such parts are usually bolts (most often there are three), staples and bars. It is necessary to make sure that all fastenings are removed, because... turning on the washing machine with the transport units not removed will lead to rapid failure of the washing machine and without the possibility of warranty repair. The holes from which the bolts were removed must be sealed with the supplied plastic inserts.
The brackets provide additional rigidity during transportation and secure the power cord and drain hose.
Sometimes additional fixing transport bars are laid between the body and the tank. To dismantle the bars, you need to tilt the washing machine forward and pull them out.
We recommend keeping all shipping details as... If you move, you may need them. 
2. Connecting the washing machine to the sewer
As already mentioned, washing machines come with a hose of a certain length. The standard distance from the washing machine to the drain is 3 m, only for some washing machines this distance is 5 m. Washing machine manufacturers always determine the possible load on the pump (drain pump) in their washing machines, and in accordance with this they formulate installation rules. With an increased distance, the load on the pump will be greater than calculated, and this may lead to breakdown in the future. The fastening of the drain hose must be secure enough to prevent the hose from falling to the floor and flooding the apartment when the water is drained.
At fixed connection drainage system to the sewer, in order to avoid unpleasant odors from the sewer getting into the washing machine, you should install a special siphon or bend the end of the hose so that a water jam is created. It is important to note that this connection method is NOT RECOMMENDED for houses with worn out sewer pipes, because... they contain a large number of blockages, which can lead to drainage water escaping outside (on the bathroom floor).
3. to the water supply
The permanent connection of the washing machine is made using a specially supplied flexible hose with a connection diameter of 3/4 inches. The hose can be extended to the required length. The connections are sealed with a rubber gasket.
In addition, it is advisable to ensure that the water is turned off after finishing using the washing machine. To do this, install an additional valve, which is closed at the end of the wash. It is recommended to give preference to more expensive models of cranes, with a good margin of safety and tight connections.
Adjusting the legs of the washing machine is also an important point.
The washing machine must stand stable, without distortion. The floor under the machine should not be slippery. A machine that is not intended for installation built into furniture cannot be located inside the furniture, otherwise vibration during spinning will destroy this furniture.
For proper installation, the washing machine is equipped with height-adjustable front legs.
4. Connecting the washing machine to the mains
Your safety when using your washing machine is paramount. To ensure safety, it is necessary to connect a neutral or grounding bus with a cross-section of at least 3 mm from the distribution board. , and the socket will have to be replaced with a three-wire one.
The grounding wire must be insulated; it is strictly prohibited to connect it to heating radiators, water supply systems, or gas supply.
To properly connect the washing machine, you need a separate three-wire cable from the meter. The electric meter must be designed for rated current 15...30 A. A separate circuit breaker can be installed on this cable. For external wiring, it is recommended to run the cable in plastic channels (plastic profiles). It is reliable and aesthetically pleasing.
If, nevertheless, you feel doubts about the correctness of your actions, it is better to contact the appropriate specialist.
Temperature is one of the most important components in the operation of a washing machine. If the washing machine does not heat the water, then it will not be able to wash the clothes as needed. Therefore, the presence of temperature must be monitored. So, what are the symptoms and how is it possible to return the missing function to the washing machine. 
The main mistake of many users who call us is tactile sensations at the end of the wash. If you consider that rinsing occurs in cold water, then it is not difficult to guess what the temperature of the laundry will be. So such a diagnosis is immediately discarded. But if, throughout the entire wash cycle, especially the first thirty minutes, the washing machine was unable to heat the water to at least room temperature, then it’s time to be wary.
Sometimes the washing machine simply cannot do this because it is not connected correctly. This topic was discussed in the article “How to properly connect a washing machine.” In short, the machine involuntarily, without the help of a pump, pours the newly poured water into the sewer and so on ad infinitum. Of course, the water is simply not able to heat up.
Another possibility to troubleshoot the problem is to take a close look at the temperature controller. Sometimes the regulator is accidentally set to zero, and as a result, the washing machine does not heat the water because it strictly follows your instructions.
The last symptom is the most common. The washing machine, after working for the first 10-15 minutes, stops and remains in this state until the owners realize it. In 99% of cases, the heating element or, in other words, the heating element is to blame. Here, most likely, you will have to contact a washing machine repair company. You can't do without replacing it.
Installing and connecting a washing machine yourself is not very difficult for someone who knows how to work with an electrical panel, wires and plumbing hoses.
(I am writing this post for retail buyers of craftsmen and for sellers of washing machines, because only that seller inspires confidence in the buyer in his stories during the sale, who is a real practical master, and not a glamorous theorist.)
To get started, in addition to the washing machine, buy:
1) an outlet with a grounding capacity of more than 16 amperes, preferably rubberized against moisture;
2) a piece of three-core cable with a cross-section of about 4 mm2 (by eye - about the thickness of a pencil) and as long as the current and grounding source is located from your washing machine - more precisely, from its personal outlet. Such a source could be an electric stove socket, if you have one in your house, or a distribution electrical panel on the platform on the floor;
Do not under any circumstances skimp on cables and grounding - they will protect your health and life.
3) Buy a walk-through faucet for the toilet tank - market sellers know. what it is;
4) buy a longer inlet hose than the one that was sold to you in the kit (consider the distance from the toilet to the washing machine. Buy a high-quality hose - don’t skimp, otherwise you’ll later renovate your neighbor’s apartment downstairs and remember your wrong savings.
5) And also buy a new toilet filler hose in good braid in advance. They are often 40 years old already. (Usually when they install a washing machine, the old hose is torn and broken).
6) Buy a package switch plug from 25 amperes, through which you will separately power the washing machine and if you have old wiring, buy an RCD (this is the same package plug - a switch on the current line in a wet room, but it protects not the device, but a person - if the current goes somewhere in the wiring and can strike - then this RCD will turn off);
7) purchase an additional drain hose and an adapter for it, as long as your washing machine with its short drain hose is located from the point of drainage of dirty water - that is, from the bathroom, if you “dirty” drain over the edge or from the sink siphon,
8) which is also a good idea to buy for a clean and quiet drain - such a new three-arm siphon for connecting the drain from the washing machine..
We brought you a washing machine home - what should you do next to install it and start washing?
1) Measure the voids on the sides of the washing machine to see if the washing machine will hit neighboring objects and furniture during the spin cycle and make a gap of at least 1 cm. 
2) See if it will be convenient to open the hatch and load laundry (both on the front and vertical).
3) Remove the transport bolts and transport brackets (if any). Keep these items if re-transport is possible.
4) Level the washing machine with a bubble level so that it does not hit during the spin cycle. Place the washing machine only on a solid, non-swaying floor. Level it by twisting the legs.
5) Supply electricity and grounding through a previously purchased cable, package and socket from a panel from the site in a house with gas stoves or from an electric stove socket. Find out in Zheka in advance whether there is grounding on the panel in the house. You can protect yourself from electric shock in a bathroom with old wiring by also installing an RCD on the wiring line. An RCD is a device similar to a package plug that turns off the power supply to the device if the current flows into water or into objects in a damp room.
6) Connect the washing machine to the water through the inlet hose and the pass-through tap to the toilet tank - at the point where its original inlet hose enters it.
7) Connect the washing machine to a new triple drain siphon, which you screw to the sink through a hose (or run the drain through a “goose” to the edge of the bathroom.
Be sure to secure the beginning of the drain hose to the top eyelet at the back of the machine - otherwise it will fill and immediately drain water.
8) Open the water tap to fill the washing machine (after washing, get into the habit of closing it, and be sure to close it when leaving home). Many people forget to do this - then the hose leaks, bursts, and the neighbors downstairs are all flooded. Or buy an inlet hose with a hydrostop in advance, but this is not a cheap pleasure.
9) Place the laundry, add powder (the powder must be automatic - on the box or bag it says AUTOMATIC and there is a picture of an automatic machine), select the program and turn on the washing machine. If the washing machine hits hard, knocks and jumps, it means you haven’t removed all the shipping bolts or you have too little or too much laundry. Check if the washer is tilted. Check if everything is connected correctly?
When installed correctly, the washing machine should operate smoothly and not very loudly, and under no circumstances should the drum bang.
This entire installation is only available experienced craftsmen. My advice to you is that if you are not very qualified, it is better to call an installation specialist. It is not very expensive, but it will be done faster and more reliably.
Everyone knows that a washing machine is a highly dangerous device, and we often find out about this when we get a good shock from an electric current. On the one hand, it is undesirable to touch the washing machine during operation.
If the washing machine is in your bathroom, you definitely can’t swim when it’s running. So the eternal question arises: “What to do?” I understand perfectly well that our articles help people who, for a number of reasons, cannot call a specialist, and therefore, in this case, here are some recommendations. 
The washing machine receives an electric shock when the device, which is grounded to the frame, fails. If your washing machine begins to electrocute, you should first check the following devices:
engine,
heater (heater),
network filter,
pump (rarely),
command apparatus (rarely).
Checking for leaks is also quite easy. Arm yourself with a tester, turn it on for dialing. Remove all the connectors from the device you want to test and place one end of the tester on the ground (where the yellow-green wire stood), and with the other, ring all the contacts on the device one by one. If at least one of them shows resistance, it means that it is because of this device that the machine is receiving an electric shock. The device must be changed or removed, such as a surge protector.
Do not place heavy objects or stand on the washing machine.
Do not lean or lean anything against the loading hatch.
It is not recommended to allow children to use the washing machine independently. 
Pets should not be left unattended near the washing machine.
It is not recommended to open the detergent compartment during washing. This may result in water overflow.
It is recommended to leave the door open after each wash to avoid moisture build-up.
After each wash, it is recommended to turn off the water supply valve to the machine.
Do not turn the program selector counterclockwise!
You cannot reset the washing program after the machine has started washing. This can interfere with the machine's automation and lead to breakdown.
The body and parts of the washing machine must be periodically wiped with a cloth soaked in a detergent solution.
Do not wash the washing machine with a spray bottle or under running water.
Do not use chemical solvents or abrasive cleaning powders for cleaning.
Before washing the washing machine, you must turn it off from the power supply.
The detergent container is removed from the machine and washed under running warm water.
If limescale has formed (due to incorrect dosage of detergent, heavily contaminated water, etc.), you can clean the washing machine using a limescale remover. In this case, it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions for the product used, since such products contain acids. If the washing machine is not treated thoroughly after cleaning, acid residues deposited on the machine parts can cause discoloration of the laundry and even damage to the machine parts.
To clean the drum from rust stains left by metal objects caught in the drum, it is recommended to use cleaning agents that do not contain chlorine.
The condition of the hose must be checked once a year. If any signs of damage are noticed, the hose must be replaced. When the washing machine is operating, the hose is under high pressure and may burst if damaged.
After washing items made from fleecy materials, it is necessary to clean the sump pump filter.
Before cleaning, make sure that the wash is finished and disconnect the machine from the power supply.
When removing the filter, it may appear small quantity water, so you need to prepare a container to collect water in advance.
To properly connect the washing machine to the sewer, you need a siphon. This is a relatively simple but extremely useful device. The presence of a correctly selected siphon for a washing machine has a beneficial effect on the operation of the device and prevents the appearance of unpleasant odors.
Choosing a siphon is not difficult, since there are not many variations of this device. You can do without it altogether if, as the famous satirist said, you are not interested in the result.
A siphon is a container, usually made of plastic or metal, designed to create a water seal between household appliances and the sewerage system to which they are connected. It is mandatory to install it under kitchen sinks and bathtubs, as well as when connecting dishwashers and washing machines.
Some washing machines are equipped with a special filter - a container designed to filter and accumulate large debris or small objects that get into the washing machine along with clothes
However, not every model has such an element!
Using a siphon, a water barrier is created at the entrance to the sewer system, which allows you to solve a number of important problems:
The shorter the washing machine hose, the fewer bends there are, the less work pumping equipment that pumps dirty water into the sewer system.
Siphon effectively copes with this task. Sometimes you can even find jewelry in it that accidentally went to the laundry with a pile of dirty laundry.
The absence of a siphon would then lead to lengthy, labor-intensive search operations in sewer pipes. Another problem that arises in the absence of a siphon is blockages in the sewer system. Installing a siphon is both easier and cheaper than cleaning out blockages.
Many automatic washing machines operate without any siphon. You can also create a water seal using a flexible hose designed to connect the washing machine to the sewer. To do this, the hose is placed in such a way that a bend is formed at the bottom, in which part of the water accumulates.
This design is quite functional, but it has a number of obvious disadvantages. First of all, there is the problem mentioned above with the increasing load on the pump due to the excess length of the outlet hose and the presence of an additional bend in it.
In addition, to clean such a structure, you will have to dismantle the outlet hose of the washing machine, and this is not always convenient.
When connecting the drain hose directly to the sewer pipe, use a special rubber coupling, which will ensure a sufficiently tight connection
To connect the drain pipe of a washing machine to the entrance to the sewer pipe, you will need a special cuff, which eliminates the difference in the diameter of the pipe and hose. This device is quite reliable and provides sufficient tightness.
When installing a water seal of this type, you should remember that the sewer pipe outlet must be raised to a height of 50 cm from the floor or higher, otherwise it will not be possible to create a water seal. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the recommendations of specialists on the exact height of connecting the automatic washing machine to the sewer. This information is contained in the instructions for the household appliance.
The length of the outlet hose that comes with the machine is not always enough to install a water seal. Its length is increased using an additional piece of hose and a special coupling. Such a connection is not always strong; with prolonged use it can leak. But as a temporary solution, this option has every right to exist.
The range of siphons for washing machines is not very diverse. They can be divided into three types:
Combined models are designed for use with several objects simultaneously. Most often, such a siphon is installed under the sink in the kitchen or under the bathroom. There are also options for more than two objects, for example, for washing, dishwasherware and a washing machine.
A separate pipe is provided for connecting the washing machine. If at the time of installation of the machine a regular siphon is installed under the sink, it will have to be replaced with a model with a pipe.
If the washing machine is located close to the kitchen sink or bathtub, most often a combined siphon is used for connection, which is easy to install and convenient to use
If for some reason the use of a combined siphon is not possible (for example, a considerable distance separates the machine and the sink and it is possible to connect to the sewer in a more convenient place), use an external siphon intended only for the washing machine.
The dimensions of such a device usually do not allow placing the machine close to the wall.
A siphon built into the wall is somewhat more difficult to install than a conventional external or combined model, but it takes up very little space and looks quite attractive
Much less space occupied by a built-in model that can be placed inside the wall. Only a short pipe is brought outside, to which the drain hose is attached. You will need to create a cavity in the wall to fit the unit, so it is more difficult to install than an outdoor model.
This siphon usually comes with decorative element, which can be used to close the opening made in the wall. If the internal siphon is installed in a wall that is supposed to be tiled, first lay the tiles and then install the siphon.
A non-return valve is a device that is installed in the area where the washing machine is connected to the sewer to prevent spontaneous drainage of water, as well as to prevent sewage from entering the machine from the sewer in case of flooding or blockage.
Modern models of slot machines High Quality usually equipped with a built-in check valve, so a regular siphon is sufficient for them. But in outdated or inexpensive machines this element is not always present.
In this case, it is necessary to use a siphon with a non-return valve for the washing machine.
A non-return valve is used when connecting a washing machine to a sewer to prevent spontaneous drainage of water from the machine or the ingress of sewage into it in the event of flooding of the sewer
For installation, you can use a special connecting sleeve, which has a built-in check valve. Exist different kinds such a device. There are models designed specifically for the washing machine drain hose, but you can also use models designed to connect to the water intake pipe.
Before you begin installing the siphon, you must study the washing machine manufacturer's instructions. In any case, it is not recommended to install the siphon higher than 80 cm from the level at which the washing machine stands, otherwise this will lead to excessive overload when operating the household appliance.
Another important requirement is careful sealing of all joints to prevent leaks. To do this, all connections are tightened tightly using special rubber seals.
The diagram clearly demonstrates the dimensions and distances that should be followed when connecting the washing machine to the sewer system of the house
The installation procedure for the combined and external siphon is largely the same. Before installation, you should check the position of the pipe intended for connecting the washing machine on the combined siphon. If the pipe is in the wrong position, the siphon should be rotated in such a way as to ensure a convenient connection to the outlet hose of the washing machine.
To install an external siphon designed to drain a washing machine, you must:
Usually the external siphon is supplied already in assembled form, therefore, with some skill, such a device can be installed very quickly.
Often the siphon located under the sink or under the bathtub must be replaced with a model with an additional pipe. It is recommended to do this even if the siphon model is designed for an additional connection, but the device itself has significant signs of wear. Before installing a new siphon, you must dismantle the old device.
To eliminate the siphon, you need to stock up on rags or other material that absorbs moisture well. In addition, you will need a container to drain the remaining water in the siphon: a bucket, basin, etc. To remove the siphon, carefully unscrew the two plastic nuts that secure it. Dirty water will immediately begin to leak out, so it is better to take care of rags and a basin in advance.
The siphon is removed, and then the outlets are cleaned of contaminants formed during the operation of the sink (or bath).
Install a new siphon, and then connect the washing machine hose to the sewer.
When installing a built-in siphon to connect a washing machine to a sewer drain, a number of preparatory work will be required. At the level of the machine cover, a niche is made in the wall in which the device can be freely placed. The easiest way to cope with this task is if the wall is covered with a sheet of plasterboard attached to a metal profile.
In this case, a hole of a suitable size is simply made in the drywall, and the siphon is installed in the gap formed between the drywall and the wall
If the siphon has to be mounted in thick solid wall, a suitable recess will have to be hollowed out. Careful attention is required when working on the wall, which is supposed to be finished with ceramic tiles. First you should lay the tiles, and only then choose a place to install the siphon.
In this case, the device will be located clearly under one of the elements (if the tile is large enough), and the decorative grille, which will cover the installation site of the siphon, will fit beautifully into the pattern on the wall.
Here is the procedure for installing a built-in siphon for an automatic washing machine:
If the pipe of the built-in siphon, which leads outside, is located in plain sight, special attention should be paid to its design.
Chrome elements look impressive, but some manufacturers produce plastic devices that also look quite presentable.
The design of a built-in siphon can be very stylish, especially if the manufacturer uses chrome elements. It is worth making sure that the color of the siphon matches the design of other plumbing elements
The connection between the siphon pipe and the washing machine hose is usually fixed with a clamp. Typically, the manufacturer equips the automatic machine with a hose of a length that will be optimal for connecting to the sewer.
It is not recommended to use a longer hose or to increase its length with an additional piece of hose. If the distance to the connection point is greater than the length of the hose, experts recommend extending the sewer pipe rather than the drain hose.
To ensure a reliable and tight connection of the drain hose with the siphon pipe, special clamps are used, which must be securely fixed
If you still have to extend the hose, it should be fixed to the wall at an angle that ensures free movement of water to the sewer. It is recommended to maintain a slope of 2 cm for each meter of hose. For small areas it will be more convenient to use a parameter of 6 mm per 30 cm of hose length.
Interesting video on connecting washing machine siphons
Upon completion of work related to installing the siphon and connecting the washing machine, you should check the quality of all connections and their tightness. First, you can check how tightly all the bolts, nuts, clamps and other elements are tightened.
It is very important that the rubber gaskets lie flat in the holes, ensuring an even seal around the entire circumference.
To ensure reliable sealing when connecting the siphon, rubber O-rings are used. Make sure that these seals are placed evenly at the joints.
Then turn on the washing machine and select a washing mode to fill it with enough water. After this, the mode is changed so that the device drains the water. You can put a layer of dry paper towels or toilet paper at the joints.
This will allow you to detect even a small leak during operation of the device. If a combined siphon is used for connection, in the kitchen or bathroom, at the same time as draining the water from the machine, you should turn on the water at maximum flow in order to test the siphon under increased load.
Installing a washing machine in your home includes connecting it not only to the electrical network and water supply, but also to the sewer system. Moreover, it is with drainage that difficulties often arise; connecting the household appliances in question to the power supply and water is as easy as shelling pears. To connect the washing machine to the sewer yourself, you can use three methods. The technology in all cases is extremely simple. Any self-taught person can do everything, you just need to follow the simplest rules.
To connect the washing machine to the sewer, you need to have three tools on hand:
Wrenches may only be needed if it is necessary to extend an existing drain hose using a coupling. This will have to be done when the automatic machine is far from the sewer outlet. At the same time, it is highly not recommended to extend this flexible drain outlet to a length of more than three meters. If it is long, the pump in the washing machine may not be able to cope with pumping water and burn out.
Necessary adapters and taps for connecting a washing machine
Consumables you will need:
To connect the washing machine drain to the sewer, a minimum set of tools and components is sufficient. Same wiring replacement or installation water pipes require much more tools.
Washing machine connection diagram
Connecting the washing machine to the sewer system is done:
The first option is more difficult to implement with your own hands, but it is more practical and reliable. Plus, the risk of flooding when connected to a siphon is much higher than in the case of a direct connection between the drain hose and the sewer pipe.
Necessary conditions for connecting a washing machine to a siphon
At the same time, it is recommended to choose a method even when the question of how to install a sewer system in a house or apartment is being decided. It is better to determine in advance the location for the washing machine. And it is also necessary to provide in advance for this equipment an insertion point in the sewer system.
Another way to organize drainage from a washing machine is to simply hang the hose on the side of the toilet or bathtub. In this case, even installation tools are not required. But it’s difficult to call this option correct. Plus, you will have to look after such water flow more carefully in order to definitely avoid a flood in the house.
Connecting a washing machine
It is possible to connect the washing machine to the sewer using a drain siphon only if it is designed for similar installation. If it doesn't have a side outlet for connecting an additional hose, then nothing will work. Or he will come to change it to the desired option.
How to connect a washing machine via a siphon
Moreover, if the cabinet under the sink is small in size or the washbasin is on a narrow ceramic leg, then draining through a siphon with a pipe on the side will not work. There simply won't be enough space under the bowl for new pipes.
Rules for installing a washing machine under the sink
The connection is made via a siphon as follows:
How to connect a washing machine to the sewer and water supply in the kitchen
The main disadvantage of this method is gurgling in the sink drain when the washing machine is running.
To connect the washing machine directly to the sewer, you need to install a tee on the drain pipe under the sink or bathtub. One of its outlets will be used in the old way for connected plumbing, and the second will be used for the washing machine. You can also insert directly into sewer pipeline or install a branch from the riser. But these options are more complex; you should resort to them only when carrying out major repairs.
How to properly install a washing machine
The drain from the machine is inserted into the tee through a rubber collar. This adapter has to be used, since hoses from washing machines and plastic fittings PVC sewer pipes for internal sewerage have different diameters. If you simply insert the drain outlet into the tee, then the drainage under pressure will flow out of the pipeline through the gap at the junction.
Connecting the washing machine drain
You can also drain the water from the washing machine directly into the bathtub, sink or toilet. For this purpose, almost all of the considered Appliances Includes a hard plastic nozzle for the drainage hose. It is designed to fix the drain hose on the side of the above-mentioned plumbing fixtures.
