If you want to compactly place appliances in the kitchen, read our article on how to connect a dishwasher and washing machine. You can do the installation at the same time, thereby saving time and space in the kitchen. Where to put large equipment and how to connect it correctly, read below.
Special features
Ideally, both devices should be installed next to the sink, since the operation of the equipment depends on the proximity of communications. If possible, place the washer and dishwasher on the sides of the sink.
Experts recommend, if possible, not to lengthen the inlet and drain hoses. Over time, this will wear out the pump. It works in enhanced mode, since the range of the bay or drain is increased. In addition, the risk of leakage increases.
If you have just delivered the equipment to your home, remove the cardboard packaging. Check that the case is intact, without damage or scratches. It is important not to forget to remove the shipping bolts from the washer. They are mounted on the rear panel to immobilize the drum and other elements. So they are not damaged during transportation.
You can put the dishwasher on top of the washing machine if you choose a compact PMM model. Do not forget that laundry equipment vibrates a lot, so you need to properly strengthen the appliances in place.
Tools and parts
First of all, you need to organize communications that will fit for the simultaneous connection of devices. For this you will need:
- brass or bronze tee (they are more reliable); it is advisable to choose a tee with a shut-off valve;
- siphon for two or three outlets;
- two flow filters;
- extension will require new hoses and extension tubes;
- Voltage regulator;
- bronze tap-adapter;
- fum tape;
- wrench;
- passages;
- screwdriver;
- level.
Now you can start connecting.
Proper connection of equipment
The correct connection sequence includes: drain, plumbing, electricity. But if your network is not prepared at all, then the wiring is organized first:
- A channel is being prepared in the wall, where a three-core copper wire is laid.
- A moisture-resistant socket with grounding is installed. It is connected through a voltage stabilizer. This applies to both washing machines and dishwashers.
It is better to entrust such work to a professional electrician.
Plum organization
Connecting appliances together to the same drain will be easier if the dishwasher is located above the washing machine (CMA). All you need to do:
- Install a new siphon under the sink with two fittings.
- Connect the PMM hose to one fitting, and the SMA hose to the other.
- Secure the connections with clamps. Otherwise, strong pressure will cause the hose to break and water to leak to the floor.
Be sure to follow the rules for connecting the drain. The hose must be at least 50 cm from the floor.
Plumbing work
You can connect the machines directly to the water pipe or through the sink. Both washing machines and dishwashers can be connected to hot water. But for this, special hoses must be included that can withstand elevated temperatures.
We do not recommend connecting the equipment to hot water supply on your own, unless it is provided by the manufacturer. It may be dangerous. Hot water is periodically turned off, before being taken into the car, it still has to be mixed with cold water.
Progress:
- Shut off the water supply.
- Disconnect the mixer hose from the water pipe.
- Connect a bronze faucet-adapter to four outlets to the pipe outlet.
- Now connect a mixer to one outlet, and flow taps with a shut-off valve to the other two. Each of them is connected to a washing machine and dishwasher hose. This is done in order to shut off the water supply separately to each technique.
- Seal the connections with fum tape.
Another option is as follows:
- Connect a tee tap to the cold water outlet.
- Connect the ends of the PMM and SMA inlet hoses to the tee outlets.
- Secure the connections with fum tape, winding it around the thread 10-15 times.
Then bring the other ends of the hoses to the housing outlets and tighten the nut.
It remains to connect the devices to the network and you can perform a test run. It is advisable to turn on both devices at the same time to check the quality of the connections and the correct connection.
After transporting the equipment, dust and small debris may remain inside the tank. Therefore, the test run is empty.
How to properly run the dishwasher for the first timeread here. Fill the washing machine tray with powder, the dishwasher dispenser compartment with detergent. Pour salt into a special container. Set long programs at high temperature. What to check:
- strength of hose connections;
- heater operation;
- water intake;
- draining.
Having coped with the work with your own hands, it is doubly pleasant to operate the equipment. The video will help you connect correctly: