The siphon is an important connecting part between the washing machine and the drainage system, which acts as a hydraulic seal for the equipment. Get the process right plum and connect the washing machine to the sewer without a siphon will not work.
Types of siphons for washing machines
There is a wide variety of siphons on the modern plumbing market. They differ in:
- size;
- form;
- installation;
- number of taps, etc.
Sometimes siphons look so ridiculous that it is impossible to imagine what kind of invention this is and where to use it.
Siphon with outlet for washing machine
It looks like a simple siphon, which we are used to seeing under the washbasin. Only this type is additionally equipped with a branch pipe or outlet on the side, to which it is connected water drain hose.
A very popular option, but not suitable for establishing a high-quality washing process. Unless washing appliances are installed under a washbasin with a countertop.
Siphon splitter
This model allows you to immediately establish a double connection.
Looks like a plastic tee. The first outlet goes to the sewer pipe, and the rest are containers for corrugated hoses.
One of them belongs to the washing machine, and the other to the sink drain.
wall recessed
A rather small and neat siphon, because its main part is buried in a wall with a sewer pipe.
Outwardly, only a part of the body with a pipe for the drain hose from the washing machine is visible.
The hidden siphon is made with one or more outlets.
Check valve device
A recent invention, but very popular in the world of plumbers.
It differs in that wastewater in the case blockage cannot get into the washing machine due to the non-return valve.
It is very important for residents who have apartments on the ground floors of high-rise buildings.
Siphons are flat
It is convenient to use this type when placing the washing machine under the sink, when there is a minimum distance between the washbasin and the lid of the washing machine.
The compact model and easy installation have made this type very popular.
The principle of operation of the siphon
This part successfully copes with:
unpleasant smells, which can sometimes come from a sewer pipe;- debris deposited in large quantities that can clog the pipe. At the same time, the siphon is cleaned very easily, just unscrew the drive;
- "siphon effect", due to the removal of the part, made at an angle. The same bend simplifies the operation of the pump.
Siphon installation
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option: the washing machine is located under the sink.In this scenario, you can buy a flat siphon or a built-in siphon for a washing machine.
A flat siphon is connected to the sink drain, the first end is needed for a corrugated washing hose, and its other end is tucked into a sewer pipe.
The drain hose is inserted into the second branch and fixed with a clamp.
Option 2: the washing machine is placed to the right or left of the sink under the worktop.
Any type of siphon with a tap for a washing machine will do.
But, given the fact that this part will be open to the public, it may be worth choosing a more compact siphon model, for example, built into the wall.
3 option: When the washing machine is installed far from the sink. It is possible to use any siphon, as long as it does not hurt the eyes. It is important to take into account the fact that with a long distance, the length of the standard drain hose may not be enough and then you will have to purchase an elongated hose instead of the existing one. Building is not allowed due to the resulting additional load on the pump.
