New tenants moved in next door earlier this year. Fairly soon on, I noticed how noisy the water supply was, when they used their washing machine. Imagine the 'water fill noise of the water rushing through the cold mains supply if you are standing next to your washing machine - now imagine this level and type of noise being audible from the party wall, in every room of the house! (Neighbour hears it in their house, too.)
I have spoken to them a few times, they did have problems with the shower and hot water early on, which meant they had a plumber out.
Suggestions so far, are that their water pressure is too high - could have been wrongly adjusted when the plumber came out but then why doesn't the noise happen with all mains feed, e.g. taps? OR that a stopcock or valve somewhere isn't fully open so the water is forcing itself through and this echoes through the whole system.
Both these two make sense but I can't understand why it only happens with their washing machine. Could it be the way it's plumbed in or just a pants washing machine?
All helpful suggestions gratefully received, will be phoning their letting agent once I have a better idea of how to explain the problem.Why is the water supply ridiculously noisy when my neighbour uses their washing machine?
Have them check the wash machine hose connection inlet screens.
They may be restricted causing the noise.Why is the water supply ridiculously noisy when my neighbour uses their washing machine?
I think the problem lies in the hot %26amp; cold water feeds to the washing machine. If their Plumber has fitted isolation valves to the machine, and they are not turned fully on they are very noisy. Try turning them fully on and I think this may solve your problem. Good Luck!
Are the pipes secured to the wall with clips? If not it may be the pressure of the water making the pipes move. Or maybe they need to turn the pressure down?
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Can a flood safe washer supply hose cause a new washing machine to stop prior to final rinse?
I recently purchased a new washer (Frigidaire) and have had the problem of the machine stopping just prior to final rinse every time. I've had 3 repairmen try to fix it, first the control board then the door latch. The last one said that the flood safe hose isn't allowing enough water to send the machine into its next cycle. Is this possible and will changing the hose to a standard supply hose work? Also , do they make an 8' supply line , my washer is 6+' from the valves?
ThanksCan a flood safe washer supply hose cause a new washing machine to stop prior to final rinse?
My thoughts would be that this has nothing to do with your washer not working like it should. All of the flood safe hoses I have seen are completely separate from the washer. If you had the valves off to the water and tried to use your washer it would still try and fill up because it does not know when the water is on or not. Sounds to me like they are using that for an excuse because they do not know how to fix your problem. They do make long hoses, this is a 10 foot one: http://www.appliancerepair.homedepot.com鈥?/a>
But I do not think this is the problem. Good luck...Can a flood safe washer supply hose cause a new washing machine to stop prior to final rinse?
I bought the Flow safe stainless steel washing machine hoses but I'm taking them back. I connected them today and they have cause nothing but trouble and concern. Didn't work properly even after several times of repeating the re-set proceedures. Don't buy, They're a pain in the a**. Report Abuse
new washers use atc, automatic temperature control, to regulate how much of which temp water to comply with government regulations. what is happening is the ';flood-safe'; hose will shut down as it is designed, the hose has a safety type valve built into one end to stop any mass amounts of water from ';flooding'; your home and then no water will enter the unit causing the washer to fail and not run. it is the hose. try a new, different type of hose and that will fix the problem.
also you want to be sure the longer, metal end of the hose is one the faucet, not on the washer.rate my professor
ThanksCan a flood safe washer supply hose cause a new washing machine to stop prior to final rinse?
My thoughts would be that this has nothing to do with your washer not working like it should. All of the flood safe hoses I have seen are completely separate from the washer. If you had the valves off to the water and tried to use your washer it would still try and fill up because it does not know when the water is on or not. Sounds to me like they are using that for an excuse because they do not know how to fix your problem. They do make long hoses, this is a 10 foot one: http://www.appliancerepair.homedepot.com鈥?/a>
But I do not think this is the problem. Good luck...Can a flood safe washer supply hose cause a new washing machine to stop prior to final rinse?
I bought the Flow safe stainless steel washing machine hoses but I'm taking them back. I connected them today and they have cause nothing but trouble and concern. Didn't work properly even after several times of repeating the re-set proceedures. Don't buy, They're a pain in the a**. Report Abuse
new washers use atc, automatic temperature control, to regulate how much of which temp water to comply with government regulations. what is happening is the ';flood-safe'; hose will shut down as it is designed, the hose has a safety type valve built into one end to stop any mass amounts of water from ';flooding'; your home and then no water will enter the unit causing the washer to fail and not run. it is the hose. try a new, different type of hose and that will fix the problem.
also you want to be sure the longer, metal end of the hose is one the faucet, not on the washer.
Washing machine supply pipe?
I would like to move my washing machine about 3 metres from where it is I have a hot supply pipe coming through the wall from kitchen and I also have a cold supply on a turn off/on tap in the room is there a simple way to make the pipes longer as i have only seen 2.5 metre supply pipes. If not which parts do i need to extend them. Tanks in advance am hoping to do it today so a quick reply would be useful. ;-)Washing machine supply pipe?
hose extentions you can get these from b%26amp;q.Washing machine supply pipe?
If your cold water tap is closer, you could connect the cold water supply to your hot %26amp; cold inlets with a Y piece. All new washing machines only have a cold fill inlet now as it is more efficient for the washing machine to heat the water than pulling hot water from your boiler.By the time your boiler has recognised the demand from the washing machine and heated the water, the washing machine is already 1/2 full with cold water that was sat in the pipe work. Depends how old your washer is
You use a flexible pipe or hose to connect and extend your supply pipe.
hose extensions
Buy longer hoses or adapters to add on to the ones that you have instead of plumbing.
Pipe stretcher.
Extend the hard plumbed water pipes to bring the on/off valve closer to where you need the machine then use standard hoses.
hose extentions you can get these from b%26amp;q.Washing machine supply pipe?
If your cold water tap is closer, you could connect the cold water supply to your hot %26amp; cold inlets with a Y piece. All new washing machines only have a cold fill inlet now as it is more efficient for the washing machine to heat the water than pulling hot water from your boiler.By the time your boiler has recognised the demand from the washing machine and heated the water, the washing machine is already 1/2 full with cold water that was sat in the pipe work. Depends how old your washer is
You use a flexible pipe or hose to connect and extend your supply pipe.
hose extensions
Buy longer hoses or adapters to add on to the ones that you have instead of plumbing.
Pipe stretcher.
Extend the hard plumbed water pipes to bring the on/off valve closer to where you need the machine then use standard hoses.
Is it safe to connect the washing machine's earth wire to the house's water supply pipes?
NO! I know that water pipes are commonly used as grounding points, but is it not advised and against electrical codes. If it shorts out to ground, It will send 120 volts to your water pipes. This is VERY dangerous. Touch a charged pipe while you are standing in water (repairing a leaking pipe, for instance) and you have washed your last load of laundry....... DO NOT listen to JEREMY!!!!Is it safe to connect the washing machine's earth wire to the house's water supply pipes?
jd has a point, and why would you do such a thing? is it because your washing machine has three prongs and the plug you are trying to connect to only has slots for two?, if that's the case you're best bet would be to get a gfi plug or having wire run from the panel that includes a hot(black wire) a neutral(white wire) and a ground (usually just bare copper) all the way to the laundry room, however i do believe that you would still need to install a gfi plug or breaker due to the fact that the plug would be 6 ft near water....Is it safe to connect the washing machine's earth wire to the house's water supply pipes?
No, it downright bloody dangerous.
And since you use the words ';Earth Wire'; you aren't USA-based, ergo, you have a uk 3-pin plug.
What's wrong with the earth at the socket?
Not only no but HECK no.
Yes, as long as they're copper... and as long as you're sure that's the earth (ground) wire you're connecting.
jd has a point, and why would you do such a thing? is it because your washing machine has three prongs and the plug you are trying to connect to only has slots for two?, if that's the case you're best bet would be to get a gfi plug or having wire run from the panel that includes a hot(black wire) a neutral(white wire) and a ground (usually just bare copper) all the way to the laundry room, however i do believe that you would still need to install a gfi plug or breaker due to the fact that the plug would be 6 ft near water....Is it safe to connect the washing machine's earth wire to the house's water supply pipes?
No, it downright bloody dangerous.
And since you use the words ';Earth Wire'; you aren't USA-based, ergo, you have a uk 3-pin plug.
What's wrong with the earth at the socket?
Not only no but HECK no.
Yes, as long as they're copper... and as long as you're sure that's the earth (ground) wire you're connecting.
What component should be checked first if a washing machine does'nt fill-up with water and water supply is on?
what component should be checked first if a washing machine does not fill-up with water and water supply is on?What component should be checked first if a washing machine does'nt fill-up with water and water supply is on?
Shut the water off at the supply hoses and then take off the hoses at the washing machine. Check to see if the screens on the inlet of the water valve are plugged. If not its the valve its self.What component should be checked first if a washing machine does'nt fill-up with water and water supply is on?
The problem is probably the water valve or timer. But the way your question is worded (';what component should be checked first...';) would be answered by saying to check the power cord to make sure it's plugged in and getting power. If not, the timer won't work and the valve won't open. But that's such an obvious thing to check that I assume you're beyond that point, so the problem is probably the valve(s) and/or timer.
This is way too easy of a question.
THE WATER VALVE AND TIMER
Replace the timer on the knob. It's not working.
see if you have a switch that is for small / large loads
first would be power outlet make sure your even getting power to the unit, second would be putting an ohms meter on to the valve and check to see if its getting 120 volts if it is and not filling boom its your valve, if its not getting power check the water level switch for voltage, if it has voltage on the right leads it could be that,the wiring diagram is also with the unit so use that as a reference any other questions feel free to ask.
Shut the water off at the supply hoses and then take off the hoses at the washing machine. Check to see if the screens on the inlet of the water valve are plugged. If not its the valve its self.What component should be checked first if a washing machine does'nt fill-up with water and water supply is on?
The problem is probably the water valve or timer. But the way your question is worded (';what component should be checked first...';) would be answered by saying to check the power cord to make sure it's plugged in and getting power. If not, the timer won't work and the valve won't open. But that's such an obvious thing to check that I assume you're beyond that point, so the problem is probably the valve(s) and/or timer.
This is way too easy of a question.
THE WATER VALVE AND TIMER
Replace the timer on the knob. It's not working.
see if you have a switch that is for small / large loads
first would be power outlet make sure your even getting power to the unit, second would be putting an ohms meter on to the valve and check to see if its getting 120 volts if it is and not filling boom its your valve, if its not getting power check the water level switch for voltage, if it has voltage on the right leads it could be that,the wiring diagram is also with the unit so use that as a reference any other questions feel free to ask.
Is it safe to run a washing machine while the electric supply is from an extension lead?
There might be building and safety codes that prohibit this. The reason such codes exist is that extension cords are often too long or made of too small of wire. If your extension is no longer than needed to reach the receptacle and made of heavy enough wire it should be safe. It is also important to ensure that each plug connection makes a snug contact. Anything that causes too much resistance, long wire runs, insufficient wire size and poor connections create heat. Over time the heat can melt or harden the insulation, wear down the components in the appliance or, in extreme cases cause a fire.
If your appliances are covered by warranty you should check with the manufacturer. Some manufacturers may void the void the warranty if an extension is used.Is it safe to run a washing machine while the electric supply is from an extension lead?
The one very important stipulation that has not been mentioned here, is that the coiled extension lead, MUST be fully unwound from the reel.
A coiled lead generates heat, and heat causes fires.Is it safe to run a washing machine while the electric supply is from an extension lead?
Yes provided it's 13 amp rated cable and correctly wired.
Yes as long as its at least a 14 gage wire in the cord and plugged to a ground fault receptacle.
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yes if your extension is of a heavy gauge ask your local hardware store
I hope so, my washing machines been running from an extension lead for about 8 years!!! lol x
If your appliances are covered by warranty you should check with the manufacturer. Some manufacturers may void the void the warranty if an extension is used.Is it safe to run a washing machine while the electric supply is from an extension lead?
The one very important stipulation that has not been mentioned here, is that the coiled extension lead, MUST be fully unwound from the reel.
A coiled lead generates heat, and heat causes fires.Is it safe to run a washing machine while the electric supply is from an extension lead?
Yes provided it's 13 amp rated cable and correctly wired.
Yes as long as its at least a 14 gage wire in the cord and plugged to a ground fault receptacle.
t
yes if your extension is of a heavy gauge ask your local hardware store
I hope so, my washing machines been running from an extension lead for about 8 years!!! lol x
BB UK: Random question-Why do they never supply the house with a washing machine?
Is it me or has there ever been a washing machine in any of the BB series? I've never seen one and the housemates always seem to wash their clothes in the bath. Why don't they provide them with one?BB UK: Random question-Why do they never supply the house with a washing machine?
I remember in one of the BB's their washing was done for them, they had their dirty laundry and it came back. I don't know why they have never had a washing machine though. I've never noticed one. Probably because it was cause too many arguments with everyone trying to use the washing machine. I honestly don't know?
I remember in one of the BB's their washing was done for them, they had their dirty laundry and it came back. I don't know why they have never had a washing machine though. I've never noticed one. Probably because it was cause too many arguments with everyone trying to use the washing machine. I honestly don't know?
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