Household appliances purchased and installed, it remains a small matter - to connect the drain system. If you intend to solve this issue without the help of a master, then it will not hurt to know how to properly organize the drain for the washing machine into the sewer. There are several ways, so let's talk in detail about each of them.
Connection to the sewerage: methods and options
As soon as the equipment is in the house, the buyer chooses a suitable place for its installation. This is where washing machines are most often placed:
- In the bathroom. Standard option, especially if the room has enough space.
- On the kitchen. Significantly simplifies the connection due to the proximity to the sink.
- In the hall. A rare but possible case if there is no space in other rooms.
In addition to free space, the following factors affect the choice of connection location:
- The location of the washer and drain. The fact is that a pump that pumps out used liquid has its own reserve. And if the distance is too large, then the node simply can not cope with the task or will quickly wear out.
- The material of the pipes in the room. This is if an insert is made and a tee is connected.
- Length and diameter of hoses, connections.
How to drain the drain under the washing machine? There are three main ways. Each of them has advantages and disadvantages. You must choose what suits your premises and convenience.
Options:
- Descent of the spent fluid into the plumbing. Each SMA model comes with a plastic hook. A hose is installed in it and mounted on the edge of the bathroom, sink or toilet. In addition to simple playback, the option of draining into the sink no longer has advantages. During washing, you will not be able to use plumbing, and after draining, dirt and bad smell will remain.
- Through the siphon. If a siphon with several taps is installed under the sink, then simply connect a hose to one of them. But here there are pitfalls. How to ensure the car from the smell of sewage and the intake of dirty water? Buy a siphon with both a branch and a non-return valve.
- Directly into the sewer pipe. To do this, you will have to install an adapter in the pipe. Well, if the pipes are plastic, and if cast iron, you will have to work hard or replace this section.
Do not forget how to properly organize the drain. This applies to the distance of the hose. If the connection is too low, the waste fluid will flow into the machine tank. How to prevent a problem, we will describe below.
How to connect the drain from the washing machine?
To prepare for work, you need to prepare supplies. First, determine the distance from the washer to the connection point. Will the nominal hose length be enough? If not, then you have to increase the length. Here's what you need:
- cuff;
- non-return valve (for insertion into a siphon);
- stub;
- clamp;
- tee;
- fitting;
- new siphon;
- tools (wrenches);
- Bulgarian.
So, everything is prepared. It remains to complete the installation and enjoy the smooth operation of the washer.
How to install via siphon?
If the equipment is located in the kitchen, then there is nothing better than connecting it via a siphon. A correctly selected device will provide not only a washing machine, but also other types of equipment. Therefore, instead of the usual siphon, set the combined type. It is distinguished by the presence of several taps that can be used for sinks, dishwashers and washing machines.
Those who appreciate the aesthetics in the room will use an internal siphon. It is also designed for several connections, but is built into the wall. A plastic door is provided for easy access and cleaning.
Remember to equip the siphon with a check valve. It will protect the machine from odors.
The device should be located under the sink at a level of 40 cm from the floor. Then do this:
- Fix the drain hose to the washer body with a plastic clamp at a level of 70 cm from the floor.
- Connect the adapter to the siphon pin.
- Now bring the other end of the hose to the adapter and fasten the connection with a hose clamp.
The connection diagram is shown in the photo.
Great, now you can run the test program to make sure the joints are tight.
How to connect to the sewer?
This method is more complicated than the previous one. Good for those with the pipe going right behind the washing machine.How the connection should be made:
- Close the water inlet valve.
- Using a grinder, cut off a portion of the pipe to cut a tee into it.
- Three conclusions will provide connection of several objects at once.
- Install a gasket in one of the branches.
- It remains to connect the hose to the tee.
In this case, the drain height must be at least 60 cm so that unpleasant odors do not enter the tank. The video will help to understand the stages and difficulties of work:
On this installation is completed. Run a short cycle without laundry to make sure all connections are secure. Remember that you do not have to clean the sewer and hose, carefully check things before loading, removing items in pockets.