How to Install a Washing Machine
When you buy a new washing machine, you may be asked about whether you want to pay extra for someone to install it for you. It may seem like a really hard job, so you agree to it. However, you could save your money. Installing a washing machine is one of the easiest things you could have to do. Here are the steps you need to do it successfully.
How to Install a Washing Machine – Make Sure You Have Everything
Check that all the items you need to install the washing machine are there. You should check the instruction manual, which will list all the things that should have come in the box. If anything is missing, contact the company right away.
The instructions are useful for giving you a step-by-step guide to install your particular model and make. Put them to one side where it is easy to read them if you need.
How to Install a Washing Machine – Apply the Inlet Hoses
Turn the water valve off right now. This is important before continuing with this step.
Most washing machines will come with two inlet hoses, although some now only come with one. They need to be attached to the special valves in the wall that attach to your normal plumbing. Make sure the two hoses are the right way round—red for hot and blue for cold water. Check that the valves are tight, but avoid over tightening to the point of straining the valves. Tightening by hand is sufficient.
How to Install a Washing Machine – Connecting the Waste System
The waste system removes all the dirty water from your machine. You will usually find that there is a hose and stand pipe, and the hose fits loosely into the pipe. Connect this to your waste outlet. Make sure the drain hose is securely connected to the back of your washing machine. You will have clips to keep this in place. Ensure that this hose is never twisted or squashed, as that will stop the water from getting out through the pipes.
Installing a washing machine is not that difficult. Your instruction manual will give the full step-by-step process for your specific model and make. This is worth following to make sure all the right clips are used and you connect the pipes to your washing machine the right way round. Doing it yourself may take time and patience, but it will save you money.
We have assumed that the stand pipe that receives the flexible waste hose is already installed, if you need this or water supply pipes fitted you may wish to consult a professional plumber, he will have all the necessary tools, and can make the correct diameter holes in the right places! You can tell the real professional, he doesn’t leave a mess !!
