Basics of connecting a washing machine to a sink.
If you want to comfortably use a washing machine in an apartment, and there is no direct connection to the washing machine in the apartment, you can use the sink as an alternative. However, make sure that the bathroom furniture allows such a connection.
Many basic cabinets in the bathroom furniture space don't offer enough space or at the very least make installation extremely difficult. Of course, the height of the sink also plays a role. Also pay attention to the height of the vanity if you are remodeling the entire bathroom in this context.
Essentially, connecting a washing machine requires just three simple factors:
- Connection to water supply.
- Drain for rinsing water.
- Connection to 230 volt network.
These three factors are usually easy to find in the bathroom, so it is more than logical to connect the washing machine directly to the sink. However, it usually requires slightly more accessories than connecting a washing machine.
Typically, the kit will include an inlet hose, as well as a drain hose and a matching hose clamp, but to actually install it on the sink, you'll need a matching angle valve. Otherwise, you will not be able to connect.
Photo of a washing machine in the bathroom
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Accessories for connecting the washing machine to the sink.
In principle, installing a washing machine is not particularly difficult and can be done without experience or special knowledge. No special tools needed. But first of all, you should check the siphon on the sink.
As a rule, this siphon is not suitable for connecting a washing machine. The angle valve is usually simple and cannot be used. This means that to connect the washing machine to the sink, you will need at least one more.
To install the washing machine to the sink you will need:
- Pocket siphon with 3/4" side connection.
- Double spindle angle valve.
- Hemp or sealing tape for additional sealing of pipe threads.
Pay attention to the quality and, for example, a good odor trap for the siphon.
Four of the best washing machines under the sink
The following models are very popular among consumers:
- Candy Aqua 104D2-07 is a small-sized machine with an affordable price range (costs only 18-20 thousand rubles), but it does an excellent job of washing clothes. Its rotation speed is about a thousand revolutions per minute. There are many useful functions - anti-allergenic rinse, express wash, a large set of programs for various fabrics, and the operation of rescheduling the washing time. However, it can only work with water not hotter than 75 degrees.
- Eurosoba 1100 Sprint – has even more modest dimensions, which allows you to save space. The control panel is conveniently located. There is a filter for water purification, flexible and varied settings. But the car is expensive.
- Zanussi FCS 1020 C – tiny size, capacity – 3 kg of clothes, basic minimalistic functionality.
- Electrolux EWC 1350 – flexible control, powerful spin, but long wash cycles. Great depth - on the verge of acceptable for units under the sink.
Assembling the washing machine step by step
- Let's start by dismantling the old siphon. Place a bucket underneath to catch any standing water in the siphon.
- Attach the new siphon. Use hemp or sealing tape to wrap the external threads to improve the seal.
- Close the main water tap. If it's in your home, it's not a problem. If there is only one water tap for the entire house, you must inform the other occupants in advance.
- Replace the old angle valve with a new two spindle angle valve. Make sure the threads are sealed and tight.
- Connect the inlet and outlet hoses of the washing machine and secure them with a clamp. In the system, the inlet hose can be identified by a small plastic box. The drain hose is usually corrugated.
- Check again that all hoses and clamps are in place.
- Open the main water tap again.
- Level the washing machine using a spirit level.
- Connect the washing machine to the mains.
- Test your washing machine.
If there are no problems, then the connection to the washing machine in the bathroom was successful. In many bathrooms, there is enough space next to the sink for a washing machine in the bathroom.
