It's hard to imagine life without household appliances, right? They relieve us of many responsibilities, freeing up time for more enjoyable activities. First and foremost, we're talking about washing machines. Washing machine installation should only be performed by professionals with experience in this field. This will protect you from damage to your appliance due to non-compliance with certain rules and regulations. But if you decide to install the machine yourself, we've prepared a brief overview of mistakes to avoid. We hope this will make things easier for you.
Failure to comply with requirements and dimensions
When purchasing a washing machine, you should choose its location in advance. This is a wet area, as installing such appliances in living spaces is prohibited. If the washing machine is built-in, a cabinet front must be prepared for installation, behind which the machine will be hidden. Placing the washing machine too close to a wall can also cause problems. During operation, the machine vibrates quite strongly and can bang against the wall, creating an unpleasant noise. This can damage not only the wall but also the washing machine itself. The base on which you install the machine must be level. The maximum tolerance for tilt is only two degrees. If the floor is uneven, the machine will "jump" and "walk" during the wash cycle.
Incorrect connection to the power source
Let's start by saying that the washing machine should never be connected to an extension cord. This is unsafe, as if a leak occurs, the extension cord will be instantly flooded. Here's what to do:
- connect the machine to a separate electrical outlet;
- ground the machine;
- add emergency shutdown capability.
Incorrect installation of the drain
According to most washing machine manufacturers' instructions, the drain hose should be raised to a height of 60 centimeters. This isn't just a random number, but a limitation calculated through testing the appliance in various operating modes. Often, these factors aren't taken into account when installing a washing machine yourself. It even happens that the drain hose is installed at the correct height, but the drain outlet is literally on the floor. Only a technician can understand these nuances, and they can advise on the best drain installation option for your specific situation.
