The process of installing an automatic washing machine with an aquastop is not much different from connecting a conventional washing machine to the communications. Despite this, the presence of a protective block of the Aquastop system at the connection point of the inlet hose often confuses users. We’ll figure out how to connect the equipment correctly, what you shouldn’t do, and what problems you might encounter during the work.
Hose connection features
To connect a washing machine with aquastop, it is not necessary to invite a specialist. You can cope with the work yourself - the main thing is not to deviate from the recommended algorithm of actions. First of all, open the instructions for the washing machine, it describes in detail how to connect the washing machine to the communications.
Aquastop is a protective device designed to prevent leakage if the inlet hose of an automatic machine is damaged.
The Aquastop system is a special valve with a spring. Protection is activated in cases where water pressure drops. If a leak occurs, the flow of liquid into the washing machine immediately stops. The inlet hose of automatic machines with aquastop is thicker than usual. It can withstand pressures up to 70 bar. If the sleeve that comes with the washing machine is too short, then you should not lengthen it, otherwise the protective functions will be impaired.
What to do when the “factory” length is not enough? If you connect the Aquastop unit to a regular inlet hose, the leakage protection will not function. Therefore, for proper connection, you will have to purchase a longer “aquastop” sleeve. If you don’t have money to buy, you can resort to a cheaper method.To connect a short inlet hose to the water supply you will need:
tee;
a whip with a metal fitting, the thread of which is 3/4 inch;
soldering iron and related consumables.
The “extension cord” should be of a size that is not sufficient to connect the “factory” hose with aquastop. A tee is mounted into the pipe, and a prepared rod is soldered to its free outlet. The filling hose is screwed onto it. The method is suitable for those who already have a soldering iron for plastic pipes or those who can borrow this device for free.
How to organize a sidebar?
If you previously had an automatic washing machine, then installing a new machine yourself can be done in a few minutes. There will be no need to organize points for connecting the inlet and drainage hoses. You can use existing communication pins.
To connect a washing machine with aquastop to a metal-plastic water pipe, you just need to cut it and install a special tee. The inlet hose is connected to the branch. The algorithm of actions will be as follows:
shut off the water supply to the apartment;
measure the tee and mark the boundaries of the fitting on the pipeline;
cut a section of the water pipe that is the same size as the tee;
secure the O-rings with the nut;
take the calibrator;
using a tool, flare the ends of the pipe in the place where the tee is mounted;
pull the pipe onto the fitting fitting;
move the O-rings to the joints and tighten the nuts.
It is important not to forget about the shut-off valve. The tap should be screwed to the fitting before tapping begins. Due to this, it will be possible to avoid damage to the metal-plastic water pipe.
When a plastic water pipe is installed in the apartment, the process of connecting the machine will be more complicated. During tapping you will have to use special fittings. You will also need a special tool, which will be necessary for soldering pipe fasteners with transition devices.
It is easier to connect the washing machine to the sewer through a siphon with a side telescopic pipe. The drainage hose is screwed onto a special outlet and securely fixed. The point must be located at least 60 cm from the floor. The drain hose must be at a certain bend - all this will avoid spontaneous removal of water from the tank.
The process of installing an automatic washing machine with an aquastop is not much different from connecting a conventional washing machine to the communications. Despite this, the presence of a protective block of the Aquastop system at the connection point of the inlet hose often confuses users. We’ll figure out how to connect the equipment correctly, what you shouldn’t do, and what problems you might encounter during the work.
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