Today, household appliances are one of the main elements of the interior of absolutely any apartment.
Automatic washing machines are available in different sizes and loading methods, there is a horizontal (frontal) and vertical way.
Therefore, it is possible to install such devices in any room, whether in the kitchen or bathroom.
Also, the machines are produced with their personal design, which can suit you.
Installing and connecting a siphon for the washing machine
What is the purpose of the siphon?
A siphon is necessary when installing the washing machine under a sink or countertop. The siphon will prevent the penetration of various kinds of unpleasant odors into your apartment because of its hydraulic seal.
In the installation manual, which is enclosed in the box of this household appliance, prescribed the necessary water pressure for the element to function properly.
Look at the difference in the height of the tank of the washing assistant, which makes it possible to get to the minimum pressure (this is in the case if you live in an apartment building, on the floors located under the roof and below).
With this can not bother people who live on the first and second floors, because at this level there is always good water pressure for the automatic washing machine type construction. Also, you can install in your house two or more washing machines, but in this case you need expert advice.
We will schematically show you the process of installing the trap to the sewer (the washer will not be in this diagram):
Underpipe (half-inch);- Machine valve;
- Hoses. plastic;
- Fluid fill;
- Hose designed to divert water;
- Water intake pipe;
- Sewerage pipe (for drainage of liquid).
Water inlet and installation of valves
In the box with the washing machine there are hoses (plastic) - they are needed to connect the water supply and sewerage to our helper and are located on the bottom back of the machine. In order to fix the hose, there are special threaded circles on its end.
Also in the box there are not only hoses, but also valves for them: with their help you have the possibility to connect to your pipe.
If something happens, you can immediately shut off the water supply with this valve.
After shutting off the water to the machine, the water will still flow to other ends of the apartment, because you only shut off the valve on the washer, not the entire house. So you can still use the water in the bathroom and kitchen, even though you've shut off the water to the machine.
Choosing a Valve
There are cases when the box siphon for the washing machine does not turn out this very valve - in this case, you yourself must buy it in construction stores of your city.
We recommend you use models from Italian and German manufacturers, because as they are the most reliable and are able to serve you for many years.
There is no need to save when choosing a washing device: it makes sense when you buy a real powerful German, not a cheap Chinese analog, because of which you will not just save some money, but you can also arrange a flood and flood the neighbors.
In that case, you will spend even more on your and your neighbor's repairs, as well as the purchase of new appliances.
In some cases, you have the option of using a special self-tapping valve. He is able to make a hole in the pipe and shut off the water in it. To such special valves there are also special threads for filling hoses. In addition, they are painted their special color.
Mounting the valve
Let's take a closer look at the installation of a special valve for the washing machine:
So, the first thing to do is to install a plate on the wall for the future there clamp;- After that, the overhead element should be attached to the rubberized gasket, and then you need to check whether you have fixed everything correctly. If everything is okay, you can begin installation;
- In advance, turn the valve to the closed position so that the water does not flow and start screwing it into the lining. In this self-tapping valve, or rather in its part, where it enters the pipe, there is a special cutting edge, with which you will not have any problems to make a hole.
After you have connected the hose to your washing machine, you can safely turn the valve to the open position. Thus, the water will flow into the machine without any problems.
Option with a T-piece
There is also a variant of installation with the help of a tee.
You need to install a tee so that the hose can easily connect to it without interfering with the sink.
We recommend that you buy tees equipped with a hydraulic lock - with their help you can instantly shut off the water flow to the machine in any situation.
The tee fitting should not be at the end or the beginning of the pipe, as this is very dangerous. It is better to choose a part of the pipe somewhere in the middle.
Also, if you are not very confident in your abilities, then we advise to contact the master, which no problems will solve this problem very qualitatively and quickly. Find such a wizard is not difficult, look for him on the Internet, or contact the housing and communal services.
After all the necessary manipulations have been carried out, you need to screw the drain hose to your helper.
Diverted water siphon
Diverting siphon has the peculiarity of instantly diverting all the water from the washing machine. Installation of the siphon is made on the pipe. The siphon that you install in the pipe is not only designed to get rid of the water used during the laundry, but also to prevent odors from entering your apartment.
If your documents do not have this information, we will provide it. The value is 60 centimeters from the floor and no more.
Perhaps your washing machine is placed near the sink, in which case you have the option of using a special siphon for the sink.
In the box there is a hose for water drainage, which can be taken to the sink, toilet or bathroom, for this you need to connect it to the machine and fix the hook on the corner.
Conclusion
In our article, you got acquainted with the options for installing a siphon to the washing machine, listened to our tips and recommendations, and learned how to choose and buy elements of household appliances correctly.
Also learned about the specifics of installing and using the design.
Have a great installation!
