How to independently connect the washing machine to the water supply, sewage and electricity

There are no problems with the choice and purchase of automatic washing machines, which can not be said about their installation. Not every man is ready to perform all installation work on his own. However, one does not want to spend extra money on the services of a master, given that professionals charge dearly for their work. In this case, you will have to personally understand the theory and understand how to connect the washing machine yourself in practice to the sewer and water supply. You will have to tinker with the wiring, as well as replace the power outlet if it is not grounded. All connections and connections must be reliable to prevent leakage. Installation work can be carried out in various ways, from which everyone chooses the most convenient and practical.

This video demonstrates how to properly connect the washing machine to the plumbing system and the sewer network.

Choosing a reliable place to install a household appliance

In a standard city apartment, you won’t be particularly scared when choosing a suitable place for stationary placement of a washing machine. Usually choose from three options - kitchen, bathroom, toilet, if the bathroom is separate. Moreover, the toilet can accommodate only top-loading models that have compact dimensions.

Important! When choosing a place, do not forget that there should be a free approach to the installed equipment. After all, washing machines are operated quite intensively, especially in those families where there are small children.

It is best to install the machine on a concrete base. This will minimize the vibration of the device in operating mode. With the help of twisting legs, they provide the machine an even position, both horizontally and vertically.

We carry out the correct unpacking

Sophisticated household equipment, such as a washing machine, manufacturers carefully pack to prevent product breakdown during transportation. Therefore, before starting installation work, the device is exempted from the factory packaging, and then the bolts that the tank is specially fixed are turned out. In the kit with the device, the manufacturer supplies plugs used to close the holes formed. Bolts removed from the machine must be stored and used as intended during the transport of equipment.

Removing transport bolts and installing plugs

The procedure for the removal of shipping parts is indicated in full detail in the text of the instructions, attached without fail to each household appliance manufacturer. When buying imported equipment, make sure that the instructions are translated into Russian. If you carefully follow the scheme in the manual for the buyer, then you can easily connect the washing machine.

Important! Remember that turning on equipment with transport bolts is strictly prohibited. If this is allowed, then the breakdown of important technical components of a household appliance is inevitable. Moreover, the consequences can be catastrophic, even to the extent that repair does not help. In this case, you cannot count on a guarantee, because the cause of the damage will be due to installation errors.

We connect the washing machine to the water supply

The washing machine can only be operated if there is an uninterrupted supply of cold water. For each washing mode, water of a certain temperature is required. Therefore, the heating of the incoming cold water is automatic.

Do-it-yourself connection of the washing machine to the central water supply system is carried out using the inlet hose supplied with the technical product. If the length of this hose is insufficient, then you can purchase a longer copy in any store specializing in the sale of building materials.

Inserting a tap into the water supply system for connecting a washing machine

There is a special hole for connecting the inlet hose to the rear of the machine. The second end of the hose must be connected to the water pipe and this can be done in several ways.

• The easiest way to connect is if there is a separate crane in the system specially designed for this purpose. You will need an adapter, the thread of which will correspond to the thread of the tap and the inlet hose. Both threaded connections must be carefully sealed to prevent them from leaking.
• If the water supply system in the house or apartment is laid out of metal pipes, then you will have to make a tap to connect. A ball valve equipped with two exits is bought, as well as a clamp (bandage). To drill a hole in the pipe, you must first shut off the water. Then, a bandage with a sealant is put on the obtained hole and the valve is screwed. To the free exit of the ball valve connect the inlet hose.
• You can independently connect the washing machine to the water supply using a straight through ball valve with three leads. When choosing cranes, you should not save on quality. Preference is best given to brass taps. If the machine is located in the toilet, then the connection point of the drain tank and hose is used to connect cold water.

Important! When performing work, do not twist the inlet hose or “wring” it. The sealing of threaded joints is carried out with a rubber gasket or special elastic sanitary tape.

We provide waste water discharge into the sewer

Many owners do not particularly think about how to connect the drain of the washing machine to the sewage system. Simply fix the drain hose using the special plastic hook that comes with the kit, on the edge of the bathtub or sink. If the car is in the toilet, then the drain hose is simply lowered into the toilet. This method, although simple, but not very convenient. Plumbing fixtures quickly become contaminated by water drained after washing. Yes, and it is difficult to use them for their intended purpose. Do not avoid the flood if you forget about the placement of the drain hose.

Ways to ensure the discharge of waste water from the washing machine

It is much safer and more practical to connect the drain of the washing machine through a special siphon that looks like a plastic elbow with a tap. Here on this branch and put on the tip of the drain hose.

Important! The tap must be located above the curved portion of the knee, which will provide a connection with the atmosphere. It is forbidden to connect the drain to the sewage system directly, as in this case the tightness of the connection will create a “siphon” effect. In this case, the machine simultaneously injects and discharges water. There is also an unpleasant odor spreading inside the washing machine.

How to connect the equipment to the mains?

You can’t joke with electricity, because mistakes made when connecting the machine can cost the owners of life. Therefore, to perform electrical work, it is better to invite an experienced electrician. The specialist will determine the power and cross-section of the supply wires and select a cable of the appropriate brand. Install a euro outlet with a grounding contact and a residual current device. It is not recommended to use tees and extension cords, as this can cause a fire.

Therefore, with your own hands you can connect the washing machine to the sewer and water supply, as these works do not require special knowledge. Entrust everything else to a qualified electrician in order not to worry about the health of your loved ones.