Self-connection of a washing machine to a water pipe - all options

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200370244-001 The washing machine is in every house, and nobody needs to explain what it is. Therefore, the question of its connection to the water pipe at first glance so simple that immediately there is a thought - and what is there, in fact, to argue, any man can cope with this without problems. Indeed, there are no big difficulties in this, but the whole point is that there are some nuances that determine the very method of connection and the selection of the devices used.

It used to be in our houses all the water pipes were just metal, and now there is often plastic and metal plastic. In addition, the installation of such a variety of sanitary devices, such as faucets, toilets of various designs( with the corresponding tanks) increases the number of possible options for connecting washing machines.

It should be noted immediately that the principle of connecting one - through the tee. It is to it that the shut-off valve( tap) is connected, through which water will flow through the hose into the machine. But how to properly cut into the water main this very tee, in many respects depends on the material from which the water pipe is made. Let's consider all variants of installation of such "adapter" and a way of connection of the machine.

On the pipe metal

Option number 1

trumpet Washing machine is put not only where it is more convenient. The choice of location is influenced by the availability of free space in a particular room. If it already has any plumbing fixtures that are connected to the water pipe with a flexible hose, then we can assume that it was lucky. For example, a toilet bowl, a mixer, a dishwasher. The main thing is that the tapping into the pipe is already there and the tee is installed.




Then everything is simple. The hose of the previously connected device is disconnected, and another tee is placed on this place. Its 2 "exits" are used to connect disconnected sanitary ware and a washing machine tap. On some adapters the crane is already standing( as in the figure).

Sometimes such a device can be installed in the area of ​​the eccentric - a mixer, although this depends on the model of the plumbing fixture. Some products "allow" this to be done. Sometimes it is only necessary to put an extension tube.

For those who have not previously encountered this kind of work( for example, because of their age), there are a few tips:

  • fum, so that the possibility of water leakage on the thread is wound so-called "rewind".The traditional material is the tow. But now on sale there is a special tape FUM, with which it is much more convenient to work. By the way, there is a "penny" - 8 rubles / piece. Sold as a fishing line - on a "reel";
  • when tightening the fixing nut, do not exert great effort - you can easily break the thread.

Option number 2

We use a device called "vampire".It is installed on the pipe and fixed with special clamps. To prevent leakage under the "vampire" is put a seal. All that is needed is included. The peculiarity of this device is that it has a branch( like a tee), ending with a thread. After installing the device in any convenient location on the main line, a drill is inserted into the tap and a hole of the appropriate diameter is drilled in the pipe.

Then the tap is put on the tap and the hose from the washing machine is attached. The technology is also quite simple.

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Variant No. 3

pipes There is no tee on the pipe, the "vampire" is at hand too( or do not want to put it for some reason).Then the connection process is somewhat more complicated - you will have to draw a sidebar. How to install a tee in this case, what tools and devices to use, depends on local conditions. For example, metal - metal, metal - plastic and the like.

Note the specifics of this method. At the ends of the pipes( after cutting the piece of the main line), you will have to cut the thread to screw the tee. How can I do this if the track passes close to the wall? To chisel it, to make a seizure? Therefore, such a method of attaching a washing machine is an extreme case, if the previous ones are not feasible for some reason. You can also consider the options for tie-ins without welding.

The following options will be considered based on the fact that you have to make a sidebar. Other methods are already mentioned above( # 1 and # 2), and they are suitable for pipes of any material.

On a pipe made of metal-plastic( plastic)

This material is well cut with scissors( special).The main thing is to choose the right tee. It should have fitting bends specially designed for "docking" with metal plastic( plastic).The difficulty is only how to make them a quality crimp. It will take a special tool. If it is not, as well as the corresponding experience, it is better to invite a specialist.

Practical recommendations

  • Hydraulic impacts in our water mains - unfortunately, not an exception, but a daily reality. To avoid premature failure of household appliances, for which water is used, it is advisable to install a pressure reducer on the "input" to the apartment( private house).
  • Even lazy and deaf-mute people speak of the quality of the water supplied. Therefore, between the pipe and the washing machine it is desirable to put an additional, "personal" cleaning filter.

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